[imfree]

Anyone interested in going through the journey together that started in May? I'm on day 6. Would love to have a group with others that started close to me.

The first two days were so hard but I made it through. Already feeling so much lighter. I have found the food to be good and I liked most everything I tried. Made my first omelet this morning and it was so big with lots of vegetables!

Looking forward to meeting other May starters!

[Kayweight]

Hi there! I have recommitted after starting in January but not loosing anything since March (maintained thank God - despite continuous cheats). Congrats on making it past the first three days!! Woohoo!

Some others are in the Memorial Day to July 4th Challenge. Please consider checking that post out and maybe joining

[CEN]

imfree- I just started at the beginning of May. I just had my week 4 weigh in and I'm down 21 lbs. Sometimes it's hard to stay on tract but it's totally worth it. Pre-planning and making sure I always have something in my purse has really saved the day for me many times. I also always make myself drink a bottle of water first before I have something off plan and so far it has kept me from having any cheats. I still have about 110 pounds to lose so I know the large amount I need to lose is definitely letting me lose big in the beginning but it is so great to finally see the scale move. Good luck this first week!

[imfree]

Kayweight- I joined the Memorial Day challenge and am excited about that. Good job in not giving up!

CEN- What an amazing loss! You're doing great! I am so happy with my progress so far and it's nice to have the initial few days of intense hunger over. I'm feeling great now! Thanks for your tips.

[SE72]

Hi, I started April 22nd and had my week 5 weigh in a few days ago. I'm averaging about 3 pounds a week in weight loss. I didn't start in May, but close. Welcome!

[imfree]

SE72- I would be thrilled to lose 3 pounds a week! Good job! I just had my first weigh in for week one and down 7.6 pounds! I know it's a lot of water weight, but still very happy to see the scale moving. I hope I can have the same success you have had.

I like to come on the forum when I'm tempted to eat. It's a great inspiration to read posts like yours!

[elletea]

Hi Everyone, I had my first ideal protein day today... But only 4 days til my week 1 weigh in. Like imfree... I am hoping to come here for support when temptation calls. My Aunt is almost to level 2 after losing 75 pounds. It was so motivating to see her completely change both her appearance and health. I am pumped and want what she has!!! So ready ...!!!

[imfree]

elletea- Good for you! Remember the first few days are the hardest. Get through that and you are on your way. You can do it! So inspiring to hear about another success story with your Aunt!

[CarrotsAreMyLife]

You are doing great, ellatea! As said above, these first few days are the toughest but then it's smooth sailing! I've been on plan almost 2 months and have lost almost 40lbs. This way of eating is amazing, I'm still in shock. Your aunt's story is so great!

Join us over on the challenge we started this week, it's really motivating!

Let us know if you have questions too.

[Manicjonah]

I started in May too, I started on 5/17 and I've lost 19.2 lbs so far and 9 inches. id love to go through the journey with some people!

[Osomom]

That's a tremendous start Manicjonah! I started 5/20. I have lost 9lbs and 8 inches. I would like to lose at least 60lbs. Hopefully this summer flies by (along with the weight!!). Kind of nervous because I hear of a lot of people gaining the weight back, but I suppose that happens. But I figure it is better to lose the weight and try to maintain it. That is one of the things that I liked about IP that they teach you how to maintain it in the end and don't just throw you out there.

[MaryCorrina]

I just started May 30th. I tried IP in just a couple days before January, but with the "oh a little more coffee with a little more milk won't hurt" and alternatives it just wasn't working for me (all my fault of course) I'm almost done my second week. I feel this time I just had this light bulb go off and already within the 2 weeks I haven't really thought about food or used food as an escape. It's been awesome. I 100% know that I'm breaking my addiction to food and realizing that there are way more important things out there then stuffing my face day in and day out...lol Happy Journey to all my fellow IP'ers!!

[Positraction]

Hi there! I started on May 4th. Just had my week 4 weigh in and am down 15.2 lbs for the month. Still struggling to stay on track, but with all of your help, hoping to make it through. I've got a lot more to lose, so I'm glad to have others to share with while on this journey!

[CarrotsAreMyLife]

Originally Posted by Positraction

Hi there! I started on May 4th. Just had my week 4 weigh in and am down 15.2 lbs for the month. Still struggling to stay on track, but with all of your help, hoping to make it through. I've got a lot more to lose, so I'm glad to have others to share with while on this journey!

You are doing awesome!

What helped me stay on plan (not directed at you, just newbies like you and me ), I read some posts about getting kicked out of ketosis. I wanted to know what it meant physically/mentally/etc. It looks like it's about 3 days loss of fat burning while we get ourselves back on track while still eating IP food.

My meal replacements cost about $13 a day plus the veggies/protein. I don't want to waste that money! Im literally using the actual cost of the diet as incentive. $39 wasted (i.e. 3 days getting into ketosis again) isn't worth it to me, esp since it also extends out my "getting to goal" date. I want to be there asap!

Just kinda thinking out loud here.

[imfree]

Positraction- Way to go! Never, ever give up! You've done great to lose that much weight this month. You have worked hard and succeeded. Keep going! Some days are harder than others. It's so nice to be able to come here and look at successes like yours when I'm having a hard moment, wanting to eat off plan.