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Hisgal Distinguished Member 
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Hi, I'm Pat and obviously new here. I am a 50 year old female who has been dieting since I was a sophomore in high school. I've got a lifetime invested! I have tried so many diets over the years and always gained the weight back. It was February of 2002 when I'd been at my all-time high of 247, for several years, that I finally was ready to take that big step and make a serious committment to get the weight off. I started by giving up all french fries and fried food for lent that year. (That was tough, as I stopped and picked up a burger and fries to take to the park every day for lunch...I should have been there to walk, not eat!) Then someone in the office suggested we get a weight loss group going. There were about 5 of us, and we set mini's goals, like "10 pounds by Memorial Day" and we each followed our own plan. The only thing that was different this time, was that I now had a grandchild and I really wanted to be around to see him grow up. I started reading health magazines and articles and found out I was a prime target for many diseases and health problems. I was obese and my cholesterol was at 249, well above the touted "safe" range. By the time I had lost 20 pounds, my 42 year old brother suffered a stroke and was diagnosed with diabetes. I started thinking and realized that I had a grandfather, a great-uncle, a first cousin and now a brother with diabetes. I had a grandmother who died of a stroke. I had a grandmother and a mother that died of cancer. Do you see where I was headed? This was no longer about losing weight....this was about living long enough to see old age, my children get married and enjoying my grandchildren. I had to seriously do something about my weight. But, I was scared because I'd tried and failed so many times before. How was I going to make this time different? So, I continued to read everything I could find about health and educate myself in what I should be eating. But, I still needed the staying power and I turned to the source of all my strength for that. I prayed and He answered with all the strength I needed. I continued counting calories (I've always done best when I wrote everything down and became accountable for what I put in my mouth), but someone at work gave me a book about the importance of monitoring the fat intake in your diet. So, I kept my fat intake to no more than 20% of my daily calories. And the pounds dropped off at an average of 2 pounds a week. I started the end of April 2002 and by mid-January of 2003 I had lost 60 pounds. I was so excited that I went to get my cholesterol checked.....and yes it was down to 182! Yeah! I felt so good, until they told me my triglycerides had gone from a safe 157 to 298 . So why was that? I was existing on low fat foods alright, but alot of them were carbohydrates, like bread, rice, pasta, Smart Pop popcorn, baked tortilla chips, low-fat granola bars...you get the picture. So, at that point I started on the Atkins low-carb plan. But I ate mostly skinless chicken, turkey and fish for my meats. Unfortunately I also ate eggs and cheese! I dropped another 30 pounds and got down to 157 for a total of 90 pounds lost. But, my cholesterol was creeping up again. Soon my pounds were creeping up too. I forgot to pray for strength to stick with my plan and starting thinking in terms of what "I" could do. I went up and down in pounds over the next couple of years, until January of 2005 I found my self back up at 191. I'd been a pretty faithful walker, but didn't do any other kind of exercise. A friend sent me a card for a free 4 weeks at the local "Curves" and I bit the bullet and went. At the end of the 4 weeks I joined. I loved it and I still do. I was losing inches right and left, but not much weight. That was going off slowly. So, in June I turned to "Weight Loss 4 Idiots". I couldn't believe this diet! It was so easy and the pounds dropped off! Of course, like most on the diet, I gained some back on my "cheat days", but it always came off again. By the end of August I was down to 167. A 30th anniversary trip in Sept. got in the way and I put some back on, but got it off again. But, then I started reading about the books "The China Study" and "Eat to Live" on this site. I was thinking about my physical coming up in December, and about all the animal protein I had been eating on WL4I since June. I got scared and ordered the books and started reading. Once I'd read them, I couldn't not try the plan. It was once again clear to me that it was my health I was playing with here. I started the "Eat to Live" plan about 7 weeks before my Dr. appt. I didn't know if that was long enough to bring about a change, but I didn't want my Dr. to talk statin drugs. I wasn't going to be put on drugs for something that I believed in my heart that I could change and control. When I went for my blood work in Dec. my total cholesterol had gone down to 164 (from 230 at the last reading)_ and my "bad" cholesterol had gone down to 95 (from 166 at the last test). I became a firm believer! But I gave in to "Christmas treats" and put some pounds on again (Why do they go back on so easy?). I was busy as most mom's are at Christmas time and only made it in to Curves about 2 times a week. My really big problem is and always has been carbohydrates....and I'm not talking the green ones! I love bread, crackers, rice, pasta etc. Even though we switched over to only 100% whole wheat bread and pasta when I started Atkins, I was still eating too much of it. I love Triscuits, which are 100% whole grain and Multigrain Wheat Thins, which are also 100% whole grain. I was eating too many of them. That brings me to the here and now. Lent came around again and I decided to give up all animal products, bread/cereal/pasta (except for 2 bowls of oatmeal/week) and diet pop until Easter. I also decided to follow the Eat to Live plan as religiously as I could until then (with the exception of protein drinks and nevd's protein bars). With those as my guidelines, I have not cheated once since I started and I dropped 10 pounds in 3 weeks. I am weighing in with a few ladies at the office every Wednesday, so in two days I will have my 4 week weigh in. I journal my food every day, keeping track of calories, protein, fat and fiber. I found that the week I kept my calories to 1100-1300 calories I only dropped 1 pound. Last week I averaged 1678 calories, 20.2% protein, 13.4% fat and 42.7 grams of fiber and I dropped 4 pounds:D So, following the basic Eat to Live outline and the ratios from nevd and others for protein/fat/carbs, I am hoping to drop the rest of this weight. My goal is to reach at least 145. I think Dr. Fuhrman's book puts my ideal weight down around 125. At 50 years of age, I'm not sure I want to be that low, but I'll see where this goes. I will continue to journal what I eat, but not sure if I'll do it here in my diary or just post totals. If anyone wants to see what a couple of days of Eat to Live eating looks like, I could post everything I eat. It will be a more normal menu after Easter when I add back in some bread/cereals and the occasional meat. The postings of other members food journals, and talking about what they eat, has helped me. Sorry this got so long, but it's been a long journey already! Here's praying for staying power;) Hisgal  Pat |
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Peter Founder, caloriesperhour.com 
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Wow, I'm impressed! All you went through is a learning process, and for me reading Eat To Live was just one more (big) step. I summarize all I've learned here: http://www.eatwellandexercise.com/ Be sure to read the red tag line. Best wishes and keep us posted! Peter  P.S. For others reading this here is our Eat To Live forum: http://www.caloriesperhour.com/forums/forum38/ |
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sundazzies New Member 
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Hello Pat, I enjoyed reading your post, I found it very interesting. I would love to see exactly what you are eating on your eat to live program. I read the book and was so excited to give it a try, but became very discouraged after only one day and quit. It took me two hours to eat my salad for lunch only to be hungry again half an hour later. I would love to see what your eating and maybe give it another try. Thanks and congratulations on your progress. Sunny |
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Peter Founder, caloriesperhour.com
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Sunny, I could personally never eat the quantity of greens the diet suggests, but still it has been the single greatest influence on my eating habits. That's the problem with any specific diet plan... you consider yourself to have failed if you fall off it, and quit. For me it's a continuing process of leaning more and doing better all the time. Just my two cents! Peter http://www.eatwellandexercise.com/ |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Peter and Sunny, Thanks for your encouraging words. That's what I've liked so much about this forum, the positive suppport the members give each other. I'm really thinking that I can achieve my goal this time and maintain it! Peter, this has been a journey already and a continuous process of learning. That's why I'm succeeding this time. And I know I've had slip-ups, but I don't let them get me down, I just start in on the right track again...as many times as I have to. I've been educating myself from any good source I can get, and that most definitely includes Calories Per Hour. The Tutorials and the Newsletters are such a valuable tool. I hope all who visit this site take the time to read them. Sunny, I'd be very happy to share my food plans with you. When I started back in October, that was my biggest problem....what exactly do people eat on this plan? I just wanted so badly for someone to tell me what a day or week's worth of meals looked like. I can't promise that my meals are following the plan to a T, but I'm trying my best. Maybe it would help you most if I gave you a general idea of the different things I have eaten, and then you can follow my diary to see specific days. These are some of my choices: (no bread/cereal ones for the last 4 weeks though) BREAKFAST: Cereals...cooked oatmeal with raisins or craisins, and chopped walnuts. Usually a sliced banana in it too. My favorite dry cereals are Kellogg's Smart Start Soy Protein, Kashi Go Lean Crunch, and Fiber One Honey Clusters (14 grams fiber in 1 serving) with 1 cup of light vanilla soy milk. Fruit bowl-any combination of fruit with 1 oz of chopped walnuts sprinkled over it. (My favorite is fresh pineapple, orange and banana) Grapefruit (I cut it into quarters, slice off the middle pith and then slice into sections and remove the fruit from the rind and put it in a bowl) I also usually have a smoothie if I just have a grapefruit. I use 8 oz water, 1 scoop of vanilla soy protein powder, and 1 serving of frozen fruit. The protein seems to give my breakfast more staying power. LUNCH: 5 days of lunch are eaten at work. I almost always have a salad, but it's not just a bowl of lettuce. My basic salad (and I'm looking for taste and maximum nutrition here) consists of: romaine lettuce, #%@&!'td baby leaf lettuce (I buy the bags of each-have to have convenience if this is going to work), broccoli slaw, sometimes baby spinach, onion, green, red, yellow and orange peppers, sugar snap peas. (you can add any vegetable-the more variety the better). I top my salads with drained, rinsed beans-I prefer garbanzo or black beans. I divide 1 can into 2 servings. I also sometimes top my salad with 1/2 of a chopped apple. My favorite dressing is Kraft's low fat Raspberry Vinegrette (2 Tbsp is 60 cal. and 4 gr. fat) This salad has so much flavor! My other salad choice is to just take 2 servings of cole slaw mix and top with Newman's Own Low fat sesame ginger (2 Tbsp is 35 cal and 1.5 gr. fat). Depending on how my cal. are doing for the day, I sometimes add golden raisins, raw sunflower nuts and/or pineapple to this and use a low fat honey mustard dressing. If I have leftovers from a potluck, I bring some Hominy Bean Salad or Oriental Cabbage Salad to work. (Maybe I'll post those recipes) The other thing I've found that I really like on lettuce is salsa. Wal-Mart has a store brand Peach and Pineapple Chipotle salsa that is wonderful on greens. I also like black bean and corn salsa. With the salads that I don't have beans or other protein, I drink a can of Campbell's Tomato Soup at Hand. If it's the weekend, and I'm at home, I eat one of my homemade soups. DINNER: Right now, without breads/cereals and meats, my evening meals consist mostly of a salad and homemade soup. My salad is either lettuce based or cabbage based, depending on what I had for lunch. My soups are a homemade vegetarian chili or a homemade vegetable soup. Another option is stir-fried veggies. I used an olive oil spray, in a non-stick pan, and any veggies I want. My favorites are broccoli, matchstick carrots, peppers (any color), onion and snap peas. I use lite soy sauce or stir-fry sauce on them. My husband hasn't totally converted to this way of eating, so for him I make a little chicken and brown rice (I ate the brown rice with it too, when it wasn't Lent). Sometimes I open a can of vegetarian baked beans to eat with my salad. I also make 100% whole wheat organic spaghetti noodles and top them with organic vegetarian spaghetti sauce and veggie shreds (cheese substitute). You can serv with whole wheat garlic bread (I use Promise Light). I've also cooked the brown rice in vegetable broth (gives it more flavor) and tossed in cooked veggies for a meal. SNACKS: I try to have 3 snacks a day, to makes six "meals". I almost always nibble on mini-carrot sticks/celery sticks/raw mushrooms. (1/2 a bag with my veggie loaded salad at lunch gives me my pound of raw veggies) Late afternoon, if I haven't had fruit for breakfast, I eat a fruit bowl. To boost my protein, I eat nevd's homemade protein bars (from recipe section of this site), make fruit smoothies with soy protein powder or light soy milk, or if I'm not at home, I drink the EAS Carb Control Shakes (100 cal-15 gr protein). I've also used hummus on carrot sticks or in a whole wheat, fat free pita. Black bean salsa is good with Triscuit's and Multi-grain Wheat Thins, which are both made from 100% whole grain. Hope this helps you, Sunny. Would love to hear any other ideas from others on this plan. I can't get bored with eating this way or I might stray. Hisgal Pat |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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OK, so I started a renewed effort at Eat to Live (minus meat and all bread/cereals) on Wed. March 1. Starting weight was 184.0 lbs. I need to review my average totals. March 1 to March 7 weight down 5 pounds Avg. cal. 1369 Avg. Protein 16.9% Avg. Fat 20.0% Avg. Fiber 43.2 g. March 8 to March 14 weight down 1 pound Avg. cal. 1459 Avg. Protein 16.3% Avg. Fat 16.3% Avg. Fiber 43.1 g. March 15 to March 21 weight down 4 pounds Avg. cal. 1678 Avg. Protein 20.2% Avg. Fat 13.4% Avg. Fiber 42.7 g. Monday, March 27**** food diary and totals Breakfast: 1 grapefruit, smoothie made of water, 1 scoop vanilla soy protein powder, 1 cup frozen raspberries Lunch: romaine, baby leaf lettuce, broccoli slaw, onion, red peppers, sugar snap peas, 1 c. garbanzo beans, 1/2 lg apple diced, 3 T. light rasp. vinegrette dressing, 1/2 bag mini carrots Snack: Nevd's protein bar w/decaf coffee Snack: Nevd's protein bar made w/peanut butter, fruit bowl of 1 orange, 1/2 c. red grapes, and 1/2 c. fresh pineapple Snack: EAS choc. protein drink (worked late) Dinner: 1 can Tomato Soup at Hand, cabbage salad of 2 serv. cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple, 1/8 c. golden raisins and 3 T. fat free honey mustard dressing Totals: calories 1744 Protein 20.3% Fat 9.1% Fiber 53.4 g. |
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sundazzies New Member
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Thanks Pat, You have been very helpful and informative. Your salads sound delicious. To start out with I am going to try and just add the vegetables and salads into my diet, and then move on from there. Peter, Your right it is a continuing process of leaning, and I have a lot of it to do. I pray I stick with this journey long enough to find what works for me. And thanks for your "two cents", its always appreciated. Sunny |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Sunny, Glad to be of any help I can. I just keep thinking "healthy eating" not "diet". I think someone on this forum said "diet" is usually for the short term, this needs to be for life! Otherwise, I will be back at nearly 250 lbs and I won't go there again. You know, I have had 2 orders of french fries in the last 4 years. I used to guzzle them down, but now when I look at a french fry I think of all the trans fats in that piece of potato and the fact that a white potato will raise my blood sugar fast, then drop it and give me cravings. It helps to have educated myself about what I'm eating. Keeping a food diary has the same effect....after so long you get to know exactly what is in the foods you eat. It helps me make better decisions. I look at foods for what they contain...calories, fat, etc. I know I can't do it perfectly, but I will do my best. And you will too, Sunny....adding the salads and veggies is a great start:D Just think about your body shouting "Thank you Sunny!!!" for all the great nutrients you are giving it. Today was my 4 week weigh in.............and I was down 2.2 pounds  That makes my current weight 171.8 (I love my digital scale that weighs in tenths of a pound ) and a total of 12.2 lbs in 4 weeks.Tuesday, March 28 totals: Breakfast: grapefruit, smoothie with Vanilla Soy and strawberries Lunch: my favorite salad & veggies, 1 c. garbanzo beans, 3 T. light rasp vinegrette, 1/4 bag of mini carrots Snack: nevd's protein bar Snack: nevd's protein bar Dinner: fruit bowl of 1/2 c. red grapes, 1/2 c. fresh pineapple, 1 orange-sectioned and a Chocolate EAS protein shake Totals: calories-1340 Protein-23.5% Fat-10.6% Fiber-42.9 g. Avgs. for week of 3/22 to 3/28/06 calories-1597 Protein-21.8% Fat-11.1% Fiber-43 g. I guess that's not bad for the week. I wonder if the fat is too low? I sometimes forget to eat my raw nuts for the day...that would bring that number up. Now I need to mentally plan for Saturday, when I go to lunch with my high school girlfriends. They chose a Chinese buffet.  I need to look up the calories and fat in some of the dishes I know will be there. I won't eat meat or bread/cereal things or fatty things.......doesn't seem to leave much, does it? I will pick the veggie chunks out of the stir-fry dishes. That might be my best choice of many bad ones...and they do have some fresh fruit there. I think there will have to be many prayers to get me through this one. Good thing I have church tonight :) |
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nevd Distinguished Member 
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I wonder if the fat is too low? I shouldn't worry while you're still losing. If you start to feel unduly tired, irritable or confused, then up it a bit - your brain's telling you something! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, nevd, I'll pay attention to what my body is telling me. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Wednesday, March 29 totals: Breakfast: grapefruit, strawberry vanilla smoothie Lunch: salad with romaine, baby leaf lettuces, broccoli slaw, onion, green & red peppers, snap peas, 1 c. black beans, 1/2 granny smith apple, 3 T. low fat rasp. vinegrette drsg, 1/4 bag of mini carrots Snacks: 1 kiwi, nevd's protein bar Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. fresh pineapple, 2 T. sesame ginger drsg. , homemade vegetable soup Snack: 1 c. sugar free jello, EAS choc. protein drink Calories-1403 Protein-21.8% Fat-10.7% Fiber-45.8 g. Tomorrow's challenge-Thursday morning's are staff meeting days at work, and tomorrow for lunch the office is ordering in lunch for everyone to celebrate someone's birthday. As long as I don't take anything from the large bakery selection I will be OK. One little bite and I'm lost, so I must just leave my fingers off it. It's kind of funny....everyone talks about dieting and watching their weight, but if there are pastries, cookies or bars down in the kitchen, they are usually gone by the end of the day. There is always a knife out....they cut off a piece until it's eventually gone. The good thing is that we each take a month to be in charge of ordering the food for the meeting, and the lady in charge this month usually has fruit there too.:yumm: For the birthday lunch, I found out we are doing Subway, and the lady ordering knows I'm watching what I eat, and asked if I'd like a salad ordered instead of a sub sandwich. What a nice office to work for. Actually it is:D The people are nice and we are treated very well. Being I do the bookkeeping, and am considered part-time (although this time of year I'm here late at night for months) I do have flex hours. The one bad thing about lunch today, is that I usually work out over my lunch time and will have to give that up today. Oh well, I will be back at Curves the next day. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thursday, March 30 - food totals Breakfast: Strawberry smoothie with vanilla soy protein powder Staff meeting: Fruit (1 strawberry, 1/4 orange, 1/2 c. red grapes), homemade protein bar Lunch: Subway Veggie delite salad, 1/2 granny smith apple, 2 T rasp vinegrette drsg., protein bar, 1/4 bag mini carrots Snack: tomato soup at hand Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1 T. raw sunflower seed nuts, 2 Tbsp. low fat sesame ginger drsg., crockpot veggie chili Snack: protein bar (trimblebe's version w/more tofu-lite) Totals: calories - 1579 Protein - 20.1% Fat - 13.3 % Fiber - 38.5 g. Not a bad day. I had good control at Staff mtg and for the birthday lunch. Really missed having beans on my salad though...the protein makes it stick with me longer. I see I didn't have as much fruit as usual, but not bad. Today is going pretty good, as most work days do. But, now I have the weekend coming up and that trip to the Chinese buffet with my high school girlfriends. The only good thing about the weekend is that I'll once again be tied to my computer, inputing the rest of last year's receipts, in preparation for the trip to the tax guy. If I can stay out of the kitchen, and keep a glass of water handy, I should do OK. I also need to take time to make some more protein bars...I'm getting low. (That will put me in the kitchen, won't it?) I bought some whey protein powder today after my trip to Curves. That would be animal product, which is not in keeping with the Eat To Live guidelines. But I see it is lower in calories and more fiber than the soy protein powder I've been using. I will try it in a batch of protein bars this weekend to see how it affects the taste and texture of the bars. Have a great weekend everyone! Hisgal Pat |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Friday, March 31 BREAKFAST: Oatmeal, walnuts, craisins, small banana SNACK: small banana LUNCH: romaine, broccoli slaw, onion, snap peas, green & red peppers, 1 c. black beans, 1/2 granny smith apple, 3 T. low fat rasp vinegrette dressing SNACK: protein bar, 1/2 c. fresh pineapple, 1/2 c. grapes DINNER: Cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple, 2 T. low fat sesame ginger drsg., crockpot veggie chili SNACK: protein bar TOTALS: calories-1825 protein-15.7% fat-16.5% fiber-50.4 g. Saturday, April 1 Breakfast: protein bar Snack: strawberry, vanilla soy protein powder smoothie Lunch: broccoli, beans, mushrooms, carrots, honeydew melon Snack: protein bar Snack: protein bar and sugar free jello Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple, 1/8 c. golden raisins, 3 T. low fat sesame ginger drsg., homemade veggie soup Snack: protein bar TOTALS: calories-1081 protein-20.5% fat-12.4% fiber-27.2 g. Sunday, April 2 Breakfast: protein bar Snack: protein bar Lunch: stir fried veggies with olive oil Pam, stir fry sauce, strawberry-pineapple smoothie with vanilla soy powder Snack: protein bar Snack: fruit bowl of 1 orange, 1 banana and 1 T. chopped raw pecans Dinner: 1/2 c. veggie baked beans, 1 can tomato soup TOTALS: calories-1322 protein-20% fat-9.9% fiber-28.4 g. Overall, not a bad weekend. Calories were a little low on Sat. and Sunday, but then they were kind of high on Friday....should average out. I survived lunch at the Chinese restaurant with the girls:D I wanted the fried rice, egg rolls, cashew chicken, crab and cheese, onion rings, sweet & sour chicken....you name it, I love it!:yumm: But, I did my homework ahead of time. I looked up nutritional info online on Chinese food before I went. Most everything is very high in fat and sodium. I made a protein smoothie before I left home to take the edge off my appetite, and I armed myself with the knowledge of what was in the foods (generally). I watched the other ladies fill their plates with the fried foods etc. and I picked the chunks of broccoli, carrots, & mushrooms out of the stir-fries, trying not to get the sauce. Then I filled up the rest of my plate with green beans. When everybody went back for seconds and desserts, I had a few more veggies and some honeydew melon, which was the only fresh fruit there. I walked out of there feeling so good about myself, I could hardly believe it.  I remember when I went to Weight Watchers, my leader kept telling us "Nothing tastes as good as losing weight feels!" I made a few more batches of protein bars this weekend. I bought wheat bran this time. Last time I used rolled oats and oat bran. I don't like the taste of the wheat bran as well. And I used chocolate whey powder instead of soy. The taste of that was OK-I like both. The purpose of getting together with my high school girlfriends was to plan a trip. At last year's lunch a couple of them said their husbands (farmers) would never leave the farm long enough to take a real vacation. So someone suggested that we think it over, and get together again and plan a trip. A cruise was mentioned, or maybe a train ride to the west coast with site-seeing. When we finally got to talking about it on Saturday, and tried to find a time to go when all 6 of us could make it....we ended up settling for a day trip to Eau Claire, WI to shop:P Now I know why we've never done this before! We came up with one Saturday that we were all free from now until the end of October, with one possible alternative date. Busy lives, I guess! Anyway, that gives me new incentive to get this weight off. I want to spend that Saturday shopping for the new clothes I will need for fall, because I want all of my clothes I wore last year to be way too baggy to wear this year! I'VE GOT A GOAL TO REACH! Hisgal Pat |
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:) Hi HisGal, It looks as if you are doing very well, and thanks for the words of encouragement in my diary. I have just read yours and am very encouraged. I will tell my story some day..........looks as if we are neighbors, I live near Wausau WI and you must live someone near the WI border, by the Mississippi river, my brother in law lives on the Mississippi, but on the WI side. No big towns to shop in there. Good luck and lets hope we both have to buy new clothes for the fall and winter. I am currently at 218, started on Sunday officially and was at 220 on Saturday. Good Luck again, and will keep you in my prayers for weight loss. I am thinking of going to the library after work tomorrow and checking out this book, but have school to study for..........decided to go back to school at age 45 and get some more education in the Health Insurance Industry as that is where I work. I think I am crazy, haven't been to school since I was 18. Judy :)  |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Monday, April 3 totals: Breakfast: red grapefruit, vanilla soy protein smoothie with raspberries Snack: EAS strawberry protein drink Lunch: Salad with romaine, broccoli slaw mix, red, green and orange peppers, onion, snap peas, 1 c. black beans, 1/2 lg granny smith apple & 3 T. low fat rasp. vinegrette Snack: 1/4 bag mini carrots, nevd protein bar with whey Snack: fruit bowl (1/2 c. grapes, 1 orange, small banana & 1 kiwi) and a protein bar Dinner: salad with romaine, onion, red & orange peppers, and peach/pineapple chipotle salsa, 1 c. sugar free jello, BBQ soy riblet TOTALS: calories-1528 protein-16.1% fat-11.5% fiber-52.4 grams Wednesday morning is my weigh in day, and I'm a little apprehensive. I jumped on the scale Friday morning and was back up the 2.2 lbs I had been down last Wed. But I did have a can of tomato soup the night before, and I think that has more sodium in it than my homemade soups. The good news is that I wore my jeans on Saturday, and they were much looser than they'd been the weekend before. And I can feel when I wear my slacks at work that the legs are looser when I walk. The fabric is hanging loose, not pulling across my thunder thighs. That should mean something! Looking back on my diary of foods, I think I eat many of the same foods over and over. The upside of that, is that I see many others do too. But, I don't want to get bored with this plan and get off of it. It will help when I hit Easter and add some foods back in to my plan. These weeks seem really strict, so I'm sure I couldn't stay on the strict weight loss outline of Eat to Live for life. The slower plan with 1-2 breads a day and 12oz. of meat I could live with. I really don't miss the meat, but I miss the bread/cereal/rice/pastas. I've been relying on homemade soups alot for my evening meals, which is OK while I'm working late each day. I have to find something to replace the veggie chili and veggie soup. I love soups, but not in spring and summer. Will have to look for some new recipes in my Light and Tasty cookbooks. I love that they have the nutritional analysis with every recipe! I've read on this forum that your body seems to adjust if you do the same exercises day after day, but is the same true for food? If I eat the same foods each week, will my body's weight loss slow down because of it? I remember when I first started losing weight, I had to lose 20 pounds before anyone noticed enough to comment on it, but then that meant I was still 227 pounds. Now that I'm starting at a lower weight, people have commented after these first 12 pounds. It's just one more form of encouragement that keeps me going! A week from tomorrow is the final weigh day with the group from the office, to see who lost the biggest percentage of weight during these 6 weeks. At least one other lady has talked about another mini-challenge....maybe until Memorial Day or the 4th of July? That's just what I need to keep me at it. I want that new wardrobe! Hisgal PatLast edited on 5 April 2006 03:47 am by Hisgal |
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OK, so I am bummed today It was the end of week 5 and weigh in day. I was up 1.8 lbs on my scale to 173.6 lbs. It could be a little water weight, but with the amount of water I drink each day...that really shouldn't be much of a problem. My chiro told me once, (and I read in a few other sources too) that you should take your weight and divide by 2 and that is the number of oz. of water to drink each day....that would be about 86 oz for me, and I probably drink closer to 100-120 oz a day....just pure water. Hmmm.....I did my totals for last week, and they are a little low. I recalculated them after the weight loss, and my BMR is 2068 and RMR is 1999. Being I go to Curves 4-5 times a week, and am running up and down stairs, and back and forth to the copier & fax at work many times a day, I used the active multiplier, which got me those numbers. If I reduce them by 15% I should be eating between 1699-1758 calories a day. So, maybe my calories were too low last week? And maybe the protein too?Week of 3/29 to 4/4/06 avg. calories-1505.8 avg. protein-19.5% avg. fat-12.5% avg. fiber-41.5 grams I haven't been keeping track of carbs, unless that's the problem. But I figured if I kept track of protein and fat, the carbs would take care of themselves. I wanted to make sure I was getting enough fiber (which really shouldn't be a problem on the Eat to Live plan) because my cholesterol used to be so high. My goal here is health, so I need to make sure I keep my numbers in line for cholesterol and triglycerides. So, what's the deal with the weight gain? I went to Curves 4 times last week, and 5 times the week before. The weather if finally starting to warm up, so I might start in with my walking again. I also purchased an exercise ball and resistance band, that came with a DVD. I will try to get started on that, too. I looked through my "Light and Tasty" annual cookbooks last night, and put a star next to all the recipes that were either meatless or lowfat. I found quite a few, so I need to start incorporating the best ones into my meal plan. I can't get bored with my food, yet it is easier to keep track of my intake when I repeat meals that I have the nutritional analysis for. Those cookbooks have that for each recipe, but some of them I would make a little differently to lower the fat even more. Many use olive oil and cheese, even if it is in small amounts or a low fat version of the cheese. Tuesday, April 4 totals: Breakfast: Strawberry vanilla protein smoothie Snack: small banana, EAS choc protein drink Lunch: salad of romaine, cole slaw mix, broccoli slaw mix, red & orange peppers, onion, snap peas, 1/2 granny smith apple, 1 c. black beans, 3 T. rasp. vinegrette low fat dressing, 1/4 bag of mini carrots Snack: nevd protein bar Snack: nevd protein bar and fruit bowl of 1/2 c. grapes, 1 orange, 1 kiwi Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1/8 c. golden raisins, 2 T. low fat sesame ginger drsg., crockpot veggie chili Totals: calories-1802.2 protein-22.1% fat-11.8% fiber-48 grams At home I always measure my salad drsg., but at work I just estimate from the bottle I keep in the fridge. Today I brought a measuring spoon and measured my drsg. to exactly 3 T. on my large salad. Being it's a vinegrette, the excess runs to the bottom of the bowl. The excess today was a little bit less, but I don't think I was using any more than 1 T. over what I was writing down....that would be 30 cal and 2 g. fat. Hope I can get the scale moving again:D Hisgal Pat |
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OK, so I'm not so bummed today. I got to thinking it over and realized my pants are fitting differently. I wore my jeans last weekend, and they were much roomier than the weekend before. The pants I wore to work yesterday are my only size 12's that don't have "stretch" in them, and they were definitely looser than last week when I wore them. Even the blazer I wore, which I'd bought tight, I could get zipped shut. I hadn't been able to do that before! So, it's OK Even if the scale isn't showing success, I am getting smaller. My 14's are all too baggy to wear! I have been working late hours for a few months now, and this is really crunch time. Quite a few nights in the last 2 weeks are getting to be 9:00 when I leave the office. I don't like eating that late, but my husband isn't one to cook for himself. So I often come home to start supper really late. Maybe eating so late has something to do with my lack of weight loss. Although I try to keep something here to eat, so I don't have too much to eat when I get home. Why doesn't weight loss come with a "one size fits all" manual?:? Wednesday, April 5 totals Breakfast: oatmeal, craisins, 1/2 oz. walnuts, small banana Lunch: salad with romaine, broccoli slaw mix, cole slaw mix, red & orange peppers, snap peas, onions, 1/2 granny smith apple, 1/2 can of great northern beans (first time I tried these-I like them:yumm:), 3 T. low fat rasp. vinegrette drsg, 1/4 bag of mini carrots Snack: nevd whey protein bar Snack: nevd whey protein bar, fruit bowl of orange, kiwi & banana Dinner: vegetarian baked beans, cole slaw mix with 2 T. sesame ginger drsg., chocolate whey protein drink Totals: calories-1690 protein-18.6% fat-15.4% fiber-53.2 grams |
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Pat, I wouldn't get to discouraged about the lack of weight loss, since you are working out you probably gained muscle which weighs more than fat, and that is a good thing. I have a friend at work who has lost 150lbs and she said after about 100lbs sometimes she would have a weight gain of 1 to 3 lbs about 1 time a month and then the next week, she would be down like 5 to 7, all the other weeks was usually about 2 to 3 lbs. She figured it was the muscle that she had gained just kind of was more than the fat she had lost. And that sounds right for you since you said everything is fitting you better and looser, gosh to be in a size 12 again........can't wait for that day. Congrats on the looser clothes. Judy :) |
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Thursday, April 6 totals: Breakfast: Whey protein shake, small banana Staff Meeting: 1/2 orange, whey tofu bar (trimblebe's recipe) Lunch: Salad with romaine, broccoli slaw mix, cole slaw mix, red & orange peppers, snap peas, onion, cucumber, 1/2 granny smith apple, 1/2 can great northern beans, and 4 T. low fat raspberry vinegrette drsg., 1/4 bag mini carrots Snack: nevd protein bar, EAS choc. protein drink Snack: nevd protein bar with low fat peanut butter, fruit bowl of orange, kiwi and banana Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1/8 c. golden raisins, 2 T. low fat sesame ginger drsg, tomato soup and whey protein drink Totals: calories-1761.9 protein-20% fat-12.8% fiber-47 grams Here's to a successful weekend! Hisgal Pat |
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Judy, thanks for the encouragement. I stepped on the scale Sunday morning, and I was down the pounds that I went up last Wed. plus some. Just amazing how much that scale, and the number on it, can affect my attitude! I don't know why I let it do that to me? Although the other "high" that day came when I tried on a pair of jeans that I bought last summer, but never wore because they were too tight. When I got them, I'd dropped 20 pounds on the WL4I plan and had expected to continue losing the weight. Obviously, I didn't. But it sure was an ego boost to be able to wear them on Sunday:D Was a very busy weekend. We have a brunch at our church on Palm Sunday, and I am always in charge of it. After working on getting some more tax info in our computer, I took off shopping for food, door prizes and decorations for the big event on Sunday. Then I spent the rest of the day preparing what I could of the food in advance. Didn't really have any time of my own until after 3:00 on Sunday. Then I sat down at the computer to put a few more months of receipts in there, in preparation for our tax appt. on Thurs. That and work will be my life until Thursday! I survived the weekend very well I took fruit, mini carrots, protein bars and shakes with me on Saturday, so I wouldn't be tempted to stop for fast food while shopping. And on Sunday, at the Brunch, I left the ham & eggs, lucious pastries, and pancakes alone and ate 2 cups of fresh fruit. I'd brought a protein bar with and had that with a cup of coffee. I know the key to success is to be prepared. As long as I stay one step ahead, I will do OK.I just got the invitation/call for Easter dinner last night. I had already talked to my daughter, who was bringing a bean salad (low fat) and I had planned on bringing fresh fruit and maybe a veggie salad. But when my mother-in-law called I found out I had been designated to bring the dessert At first I kind of freaked, but then I thought that wasn't all bad. I have been so legal for these 6 weeks of lent, and I had already planned on eating meat and breads on Easter, and even planned my "cheats". I want Jellie Bellies and Tropical Fruit trail mix. I figure the jelly beans would have no fat, and the fat in the trail mix would be "good fat" from the nuts. And the one I buy is very low sodium, not salty at all. I am hoping that will get me past the chocolate that will be sitting around to nibble on. So, if I make the dessert, I can make sure one is low fat/calories and then can have a piece of that too:chew:I made a veggie salad on Saturday and don't know why I didn't think of this before. I love it and should be fairly "legal". I chopped up broccoli, cauliflower, radish, carrots, onions and a few black olives and then marinated it in fat free Italian drsg. Yummm!:yumm: I love that salad. What a great way to get my raw veggies. I figured out there were less than 200 calories in the whole bowl (it wasn't too big) Maybe I should make that for Easter....even if I planned to splurge that day, I can't face the gooed up, fatty foods that I know my sisters-in-law will all bring. How can they do that to good fruit and veggies? Now for the last couple of day totals: Friday, April 7: Calories-1473 Protein-24.5% Fat-11.1% Fiber-51.6 grams Saturday, April 8: Calories-1331 Protein-28.9% Fat-11.9% Fiber-27.3 grams Sunday, April 9: Calories-1491 Protein-26.5% Fat-11.6% Fiber-25 grams Monday, April 10: Calories-1469 Protein-27.0% Fat-13% Fiber-47 grams Considering my revised target calories for this weight, reducing the RMR/BMR by 15% should range between 1699-1758 cal., I was a little low for this week. The good news is that I think my protein and fat are about where they should be. I was low on fiber over the weekend, but was on the go and didn't eat my salads full of raw veggies and beans. Tomorrow is the final weigh in day at the office for the 6 weeks of lent. I'm a little nervous, but should feel really good about how I've done. I can feel such a difference in the way my clothes fit, and have been tempted to try on some 10's, but I think it's a little early for that. My 12's aren't that baggy yet. But, that day will come. The other official thing, is that at least one of the ladies in the office wants to do another weight loss challenge. So, I can set another mini-goal to achieve. Here's to another loss in tomorrow weigh in:) Hisgal PatLast edited on 11 April 2006 11:58 pm by Hisgal |
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Hi Pat, Good Luck in the weigh ins................hope you do well..........which I am pretty sure you will............. Judy :) |
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Thanks, Judy! I see we are online at the same time. It's so cool, this online stuff! I can't imagine what my mother would think, if she were still alive. It would blow her away, and we take it for granted. I hate to eat this late, but was so busy getting Dec. receipts in the computer, that I only took time to grab some cole slaw and golden raisins with the sesame ginger drsg. I love that salad! I'm only at about 1300 calories for today, so should at least have a protein drink with fruit. I don't want my weight loss to stall out because I ate too little. Better go see what I can whip up. Thanks again for the encouraging words....Pat |
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Don't have much time, but will post my totals and losses:D Tuesday, April 11 Calories-1459 Protein-29.6% Fat-13.6% Fiber-42 grams Wednesday, April 12 Calories-1694 Protein-23.9% Fat-15.4% Fiber-63.25 g. Averages for week of 4/5 to 4/11: Calories-1525 Protein-24.7% Fat-12.8% Fiber-41.9 grams Results After being up 1.8 lbs last week, I was down 5 pounds this weekFor the 6 weeks of Lent and the office challenge: down 15.4 lbs and the best results in the office Remembering that I actually started on Monday, Feb. 27 (everyone else started on Wed. March 1), I was down 17 lbs from 2/27 to 4/12/06 I have been going to Curves 4-5 times each week, and the last week I added a few short walks. They weren't much to brag about, but maybe they helped? We have a wonderful walking path along the river, and 3 laps=2 miles. I only did 1 lap each day, as I was still busy at work and didn't want to take the time. Last year, before winter hit, I usually did 4 laps each day. I love walking, but it's hard to find free time to do it. So, here's to the next goal.....10 lbs by June 1. (with lots of prayer and support:D) |
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You're doing an awesome job! Keep up the good work. When you begin to feel like you can't make another step towards your weight loss journey......remember we on this site is pushing you foward. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well. I'm just going to post my totals quick. I need to call my daughter in CO for her birthday! Thursday, April 13: Calories 1565 Protein-24.9% Fat-13.2% Fiber-49.7 Friday, April 14: Calories-1159 Protein-22.6% Fat-11.6% Fiber-36.2 grams Saturday, April 15: Calories-1184 Protein-19.4% Fat-15.3% Fiber-34.2 grams Not sure why I have trouble keeping my calories up there on the weekends? That's so abnormal for me, or at least the old me. I didn't keep track of calories, etc today as it was my splurge day. I didn't plan on doing it. I posted some of my successes in the Eat to Live section of this forum. I felt so good at Easter dinner today. I was looking more like my slimmer sister-in-laws than my heavy sister-in-laws. It was a great feeling:D. And the jeans I bought last summer, and never really wore, because they were too tight, were feeling even better this week than they did last week. I'm really thinking that I can do this. I didn't feel like binging at all today, and made pretty good choices. It makes me feel good, like I'm in control. It was good incentive to have the scale down 1.6 lbs this morning. Thanks everyone for the support! Hisgal |
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Monday, April 17 totals: Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix shake, small banana Snack: 1 grapefruit Lunch: cole slaw mix w/ low-fat sesame ginger drsg, 1/2 c. pineapple, marinated veggies (in fat free Italian), chocolate whey protein drink, 1/4 bag mini carrots Snack: nevd whey protein bar made with low fat peanut butter Snack: EAS choc. protein shake Dinner: veggie crockpot chili Totals: calories-1235 protein-30.7% fat-16.8% fiber-41.1 grams Today isn't going to be such good totals, I'm afraid. Went to a Mexican restaurant for lunch...didn't leave my hands off the tortilla chips. I didn't take time to plan ahead and find out what my best choices were. I ordered the lunch portion of chicken fajitas, thinking I could control what I put in them. I did order them with no guacomole, no sour cream and no cheese. The waitress looked at me like I was nuts:P It must be the oil they fry the chicken and veggies in that adds in the calories. I had to take a guess using the figures that Peter has in the calorie calculator for Don Pablos, as this is a locally owned restaurant. I'll post my totals tomorrow and own up to my sins  I am working late tonight, and brought my dinner along. Knowing I'd be overeating at lunch, I kept it to low cal veggies tonight. Will see how the totals look tomorrow! I made a batch of vegetable soup last night. I find that is a good starter to take the edge off my appetite, especially if we don't eat right away when I get home. Also, I am trying to eat a lot of food (high fiber) for lunch and afternoon snacks, and keep dinner a little lighter. Will have to look back and see if this helps. Hisgal |
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Hi Pat, You are doing great, if you messed up for one day, I don't think it will hurt you much if any at all........just remember to do it right tomorrow. It is funny to read your sight, you live in MN, my brother in law and my husbands niece live in MN and you have a daughter in CO, I have a sister in law in CO and your daughters birthday was on the 16th and my oldest daughter and my husbands birthday are on the 16th...........weird or what? My prayers are with you..............and good luck........I will be doing the curves thing tomorrow, the doc gave the ok infact was really excited for me, said it is a really good program for people with my kinds of health problems, not to many, but the asthma can really kick me in the but. Well, I am going to go, have a great day tomorrow. Judy :) |
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Tuesday, April 18 Breakfast: Slim Body Matrix shake with 1/2 c. strawberries and 1/2 c. fresh pineapple Snack: 1 grapefruit Lunch: Chicken fajita (2 small tortillas), 12 tortilla chips, 3/4 c. salsa, 1/4 c. rice Snack: 1/4 bag mini carrots, nevd protein bar Dinner: cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple, 2 T. low-fat sesame ginger drsg., 1 c. marinated veggies Snack: sugar free jello w/ fat free Cool Whip & EAS choc. protein drink Totals: calories-2030 protein-18.8% fat-21.6% fiber-36.8 grams Well, I know it could have been worse.........if I'd let myself go at the Mexican restaurant. I don't know if it's the accountability of writing things down, or reporting to this site, or just that I am now used to eating much healthier foods or a combination of all things....but I wasn't even tempted to order some chalupa or burrito thing drowning in meat and cheese. This is a first for me. I've always really cheated good, and then binged for a week. I always started a "diet" on a Monday, so it was free eating until then. Now I start over at the next meal. I think this is progress:D |
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Hi Pat, Not to bad, for going Mexican. Question for you, how do you count the calories you burn at curves, signed up today and did the whole thing and went around twice like you are suppose to do...........was great, felt so good to work out.......... Thanks Judy :) |
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Wednesday, April 19 Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix shake, 1/2 c. strawberries and 1/2 c. pineapple Snack: 1 grapefruit Lunch: Salad with romaine, cole slaw mix, snap peas, red, orange and yellow peppers, onion, 1/2 granny smith apple and 1 c. garbanzo beans, 3 T. low fat raspberry vinegrette, 1/4 bag mini carrots Snack: nevd protein bar Snack: sugar free jello with fat free cool whip, choc. whey protein shake Dinner: tomato soup, cole slaw mix w/ low fat sesame ginger drsg, nevd protein bar Totals: calories-1392 protein-25.1% fat-13.7% fiber-43.35 grams TOTALS FOR LAST WEEK (NOT INCLUDING EASTER SUNDAY) April 12-April 18 calories-1478 protein-23.1% fat-16.1% fiber-43.5 grams |
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So, Thursday was the start of the next 6 week challenge with Nancy at the office. My official mini-goal is 10 lbs. by June 1. I weighed in today at 167.4 lbs., that would be a loss of 1.2 since last weeks official weigh in. Considering I had Easter and the Mexican restaurant in there, and got my period yesterday, I think I'm more than OK with that. Seems to be just one challenge after another. Today our boss is taking 3 of us in the office out for lunch. Have only been at this restaurant once before, and don't remember what my choices are going to be like. Just had a protein shake for breakfast and will down another just before we go, in case I end up with just a salad with no beans that would stick with me. Then there is the wedding Sat.! Praying for strength! Thursday, April 20 Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix shake Staff meeting: grapefruit, nevd protein bar Snack: grapefruit Lunch: salad, 1/2 c. pineapple, 1 c. black beans, 3 T. drsg Snack: sugar free jello w/ fat free cool whip, nevd protein bar Dinner: soy riblet, 1/2 baked sweet potato (cut into slices, spray with Pam, sprinkle with season salt and bake 20 min.-hubby says it's the best sweet potato he ever had!), cole slaw mix w/ lowfat sesame ginger drsg. Snack: (needed more calories!) Slimbody Matrix shake Totals: calories-1477 protein-27.7% fat-17.2% fiber-47.1% |
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Friday, April 21 Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix protein shake Snack: EAS choc. protein shake Lunch: (out with boss & 2 workers) Portabella mushroom sandwich (on a small bun), mixed greens salad, 1 glass merlot, 2 slices sourdough bread, 1/2 tsp butter, olive oil/balsamic drsg (on the side & dipped my fork in it), one bite of walnut pie (the others were trying to talk me into sharing the pie, but I was adamant about 1 bite only!) Snack: "be" protein bar (chiro told me about them from Target-Nevd's bars beat them all to pieces-but they don't have to be refrigerated) Dinner: Pizza Hut fit n delicious pizza, sugar free jello with fat free cool whip Snack: "be" protein bar from Target Totals: calories-1863 protein-23.9% fat-20.8% fiber 28.4 grams Well, I was really craving pizza on Friday night, so I compared the Pizza Hut "Fit N Delicious" to Papa Murphy's "DeLite". I chose vegetarian types for each, and figured 1/2 pizza(with the thin crust and no meat, it takes more to fill me up). The calories are very close, but Papa Murphy's lists 40 g. fat and Pizza Hit lists 17.5 g. fat. So, I ordered a Pizza Hut one. I know why the fat is so much lower.....there is barely any cheese on it . Oh well, it was pizza and satisfied my craving without raising my fat percentages too much. Considering all the unusual food I ate that day, it wasn't too bad of a day.Saturday, April 22-did not record this days food. Went to a wedding and didn't feel like trying to figure it out. It was high, I am sure! I kept very legal before we left( a protein shake and my regular lunch salad with beans and apple). At the wedding reception, I snacked on a few pretzels before the meal, and drank water instead of punch. The meal was a chicken breast with mushroom gravy, a scoop of mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, and a lettuce salad (regular drsg-I drizzled a small amount over the salad). I did eat a piece of cake, but scraped the thick frosting off the cake. My slip up came later in the evening when they set out food again. I had 2 pieces of garlic toast with artichoke dip (that was to die for!). Then I drank lots of water (Judy-still no diet soda:D) and finished off my grandsons fresh fruit. I guess it could have been a worse day! Sunday, April 23: Breakfast: Slimbody shake Snack: nevd protein bar Lunch: 1 serving fire roast veggies, 2 servings marinated veggies, sugar free jello with fat free cool whip Snack: "be" protein bar with 1 cup decaf Dinner: 2 soy dogs, 2 slices 100% whole wheat bread, 2 Tbsp chopped onion, mustard, 1 1/2 serv. tropical fruit trail mix, 1 serv. multi-grain Wheat Thins (around the campfire) Snack: Slimbody Matrix protein shake Totals: calories-1590 protein-26.5% fat-24% fiber-28.2 gramsMy hubby was burning the bush he trimmed around the woods, and we traditionally have a weiner roast when he does that. I knew he'd want to do that, so although I don't eat much for meat alternatives, I did pick up some soy "sausages" that looked like brats. They really weren't too bad tasting (of course roasting over an open fire helped, I'm sure). They were 130 calories each, 14 g. protein, 6 fat. If I'd left my fingers out of the Wheat Thins and the trail mix my fat % would have been better. But, hey I only buy the "heart healthy" whole grain wheat thin variety, and the fat in the trail mix comes from almonds & cashews. This week should be more normal, until I hit the weekend and the getaway with my hubby. But, I think I've decided I will do my best that weekend, have a few splurges if I feel like it, and just get back to brass tacks the next Monday. Hopefully, I won't do too much damage. I am loving the way my jeans fit and don't want to go backwards now! Besides, I want to shop for clothes that weekend, and that's a great incentive to watch what I eat! The weekend was low in fruits and fiber overall. I know that on the days I get 40 g. fiber, I've eaten my normal quota of fruits and veggies. I also know that lots of fiber will help to keep my cholesterol low, so I have to be diligent about that. Have a good week everybody! Hisgal Pat |
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Well, I forgot my food journal at home today, so will have to log my totals later or tomorrow. I did have a really good day, though. Everything was right on target.:D I should maybe log my exercise, too. I guess I just take that for granted. Last week, I got to Curves 3 times and walked 4 days. The week of April 10, I got to Curves 3 times and walked 5 days. I have discovered baked sweet potato chips! Mmmmmmm! I've read about them as an alternative to french fries or potato chips, but never took time to try them. I just slice the sweet potato 1/8 to 3/16" thick and lay them single layer on a baking sheet, (I cover the pan with the "release" foil) and spray it lightly with Pam. Then I sprinkle the "chips" with garlic salt and black pepper. I bake 10 minutes at 350 degrees, then flip them over and bake another 10 minutes or so. Yummm:yumm: Prayers for all to have a great (successful) day! Hisgal |
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Monday, April 24 Calories-1474 Protein-33.3% Fat-10.2% Fiber-42.9 grams Tuesday, April 25 Calories-1471 Protein-20.3% Fat-19.8% Fiber-47.5 grams Average for week of 4/19 to 4/25 (excluding Saturday) Calories-1544.5 Protein-26.1% Fat-17.9% Fiber-39.6 grams The scale was down this morning! Will have to see if that holds for tomorrow morning's "official" weigh in. My new favorite sandwich is a grilled portabella mushroom burger. I had it last Friday when we went out for lunch with the boss. I tried my own version last night...yummm:yumm: I took a portabella mushroom (about 5" across) and put it on the gas grill on low. I sprayed it with a shot of non-stick spray and sprinkled it with a little seasoning salt. I flipped it after about 5-7 minutes, and cooked the other side for about 5-7 minutes. Then I ate it on a whole wheat bun with a little onion, lettuce and some low fat ranch drsg. That's a keeper! Hisgal |
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Wednesday, April 26 Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix protein shake made with 1/2 c. fresh pineapple and 1/2 c. strawberries Snack:nevd protein bar Lunch: salad with romaine, broccoli slaw mix, cole slaw mix, onion, red and orange peppers, sugar snap peas, 1 orange (sectioned and diced), 1 c. garbanzo beans and 3 T. low fat raspberry vinegrette drsg, 1/4 bag mini carrots and 1 cup marinated veggies Snack: nevd protein bar Snack: sugar free jello with fat free cool whip Dinner: large portabella mushroom (grilled) with 2 wheat cocktail buns, 1 T. low fat ranch drsg. 1/4 c. grilled onion slices, cole slaw mix with 1/2 c. sliced strawberries and fat free honey dijon drsg. Totals: calories-1277 protein-21.5% fat-14.8% fiber-46.3 grams THURSDAY, APRIL 27 Breakfast: Slimbody with pineapple and strawberries Staff meeting: nevd protein bar, grapefruit Lunch: Subway-turkey breast wrap, no cheese, lots of veggies, vinegar, salt/pepper Snack: Protein bar and banana Snack: protein bar and 1/4 bag mini carrots Dinner: 4 oz cod, cole slaw mix with 1/2 cup strawberry slices and 2 T. low fat sesame ginger drsg. Snack: Slimbody Matrix shake and sugar free jello with fat free cool whip Totals: calories-1242 protein-36.2% fat-13.8% fiber-39.1 grams Calories were a little low today, but I was busy. Seems like I ate a lot of food, and I'm really full but they didn't add up to much. Oh well, I'm sure the weekend will help me average that out I got my hair permed today and then went on to another office for the afternoon, so couldn't have my usual salad. I had to make a choice for lunch. Also, in preparation for the weekend away with my hubby, I printed off nutrition info for a few fast food places and restaurants. Therefore, I was able to make an informed choice for lunch today. I really wanted Arby's market fresh sandwich, but they are really high in calories and fat. And here I thought they were a healthy choice at Arby's But they are maybe figuring the standard sandwich, (which comes with mayo) and I order mine "no mayo, with mustard". I didn't know if Subway's wrap was figured with the cheese or not, but I'm guessing not. I left it off and used the figures as printed.Well, off tomorrow for our big weekend away:D I'm so excited, but also a little apprehensive. Still haven't decided how I'm going to handle all the food and eating out. I made a few choices though....I bought whole wheat bagels and low fat cream cheese for breakfast in our room. I bought a case of bottled water, and am taking protein bars and protein drinks along for my snacks. Will report back and let you know how I did with the evening meals. BTW, today was an official weigh in day.........I am now down 20 pounds total to 165.6 I was flying so high at work this morning, my feet barely touched the floor! Praise the Lord for keeping me on track Hisgal |
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How do you get so much protein? I get most of my protein from things like Tofu, but it is only ~20% protein... Jon Miller |
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Hi Jon, I wondered how to keep the protein up, too, when I first started. I read about nevd's suggestion to supplement with protein shakes. Depending on which one I use, that gives me 15-20 g. per shake. I also make the "Chocolate Banana Oatcakes", a recipe from nevd in the recipe section of this forum. I make Trimblebe's variation, that uses 12oz. lite tofu. I make a big salad for lunch, with romaine, broccoli slaw, cole slaw mix, onion, red, yellow, orange and green peppers and sugar snap peas on it. That has 7 g. protein....and then I add 1/2 can of garbanzo or black bean to it, which adds another 9-10.5 g. If I'm going to be low on protein, I add the whole can of beans. I sometimes use the meat alternatives, but not very often. I use the TVP (veggies crumbles at Wal-Mart) in my veggie crockpot chili (recipe posted on this site) which helps boost the protein. I've tried and liked the BBQ riblet (17 g. protein). I've also bought Bush's vegetarian baked beans,(but they are high in calories) The protein shakes and bars give me the biggest boost. Last edited on 1 May 2006 04:04 am by Hisgal |
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Hi all! Well, we are back from our weekend. I had a blast trying on clothes....and of course I had to bring some home. However, I am so confidant that I will continue to lose weight, with the help of this website, that I bought all my clothes a size smaller They are tight now, but they won't be in a month or so! I don't like to spend a lot of money on clothes....I look for bargains. But, I made one exception this weekend...I found a $200 suit on sale for $47. That jacket was cut so much better than the ones I usually buy and looked so good, even though I couldn't close it yet. So, now I've got some solid goals....and I'm going to wear them by the time it gets warm enough.Now, to food......that didn't go as well as I'd planned. I gave in to a lot of temptations. Positives: 1. Friday didn't go over my RMR for calories, however the fat was at 52 g. or 21.8% 2. At dinner Friday night, I asked for a fruit plate instead of the french fries that came with my meal 3. I started each day out with a 100% whole wheat bagel, low fat cream cheese, and a banana. 4. At Olive Garden, I split an entree with my hubby, and had 1/2 a 10" pizza and had only veggies on my half. 5. Sunday lunch we ate at Fazoli's-I ordered whole wheat pasta with marinara sauce, and only ate half. 6. My snacks and nibbles were of whole grain tortilla chips, jelly bellies, whole grain Wheat Thins. and tropical fruit trail mix. 6. I still drank no sodas, diet or otherwise. 7. I took some of nevd's protein bars along in a cooler and used them for "snacks" 8. I only had 2 meat meals all weekend and they were both skinless grilled chicken breasts. Negatives: 1. Saturday night was my "bad" meal-I had wild rice soup (made with mushrooms, not chicken), a chicken breast Philly loaded with red peppers and mushrooms, only one slice of cheese, on a white hoagie bun. Neither my hubby or I ordered fries (this brew pub we ate at makes the best beer batter fries you've ever tasted), but the waitress "accidently" brought them with my hubby's order. So, I had about 1/4 of the order. The good thing is that is wasn't a very big serving. I still felt guilty 2. I ate 2 breadsticks at Olive Garden and 3 of them at Fazoli's 3. Even though my "snacks" were healthier than chocolate candy bars and potato chips, I still ate some of them, and feel guilty about that too Maybe that's a good sign.TOMORROW'S A NEW DAY, AND I'M BACK TO "NORMAL" EATING AGAIN! HISGAL |
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You know, I just re-read my post of a few days ago. It just dawned on me, I now consider my ETL plan "normal eating". That is progress! I finally got enough nerve to step on the scale on Tuesday morning, and wished I hadn't. It was up almost 5 lbs from last Thursday I didn't have that many calories over the weekend! Must be retaining water yet. Hope it will be nicer to me on Thursday morning when I weigh. Even if the scale isn't back down, that's OK. I need to keep an eye on it, and it is encouraging when it moves down, but I'm not going to let it rule my life. I am back to my "normal" eating patterns and doing fine with it. It was no hurdle to start back in after the weekend. Monday, May 1 calories-1484 protein-25.8% fat-15.3% fiber-46 grams Tuesday, May 2 calories-1305 protein-21.3% fat-15.0% fiber-44.4 grams I did my weigh and measure at Curves today. It's been about 6 weeks and I knew it would be good. When I started in on this ETL in earnest, I was back up to 188 on their scale and my starting at Curves in Jan. 2005 was 191. So, I was within 3 pounds after more than 1 year. But, I know I was down in inches. Anyway, today my totals, since starting Curves, are just over 21 pounds and just over 25 inches total. I can see that the ETL is really trimming the fat on my body, even my "thunder thighs". I can do this:DPotluck on Mother's Day will be my next big challenge...no, wait, there is a cocktail party for work on this Saturday. I've already told the host that we'd be a little late, so maybe I should take time to eat a salad and a protein bar before we go, so I won't be so tempted to go wild on the h'ordeurves Have a great day, everyone! Hisgal |
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Hi Pat, Glad to see you hopped right back onto the ETL plan, and you call it normal eating. I don't think I could go with out the meat, big meat eater here. I have been having a rough time, sick with migranes and the asthma has really kicked in, have not even been able to work out at curves this week, last day I worked out or did anything physical was Sat. boy do I feel it, but the doc said no way, not with my lungs giving me trouble. will just have to wait on it. I am so glad you are doing well, and that this is paying off for you and congrats on the sodas. I am still soda free............yeah. I do have some cravings expecially when I get stressed which has been really bad lately, but usually an iced tea or a big glass of water takes care of it. I will talk with you later and glad you had a good time this past weekend. Good luck at your cocktail party. You are in my prayers. Judy :) |
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Wednesday, May 4 Calories-1306 Protein-32.3% Fat-17.7% Fiber-44.7 grams Pretty much an average day. We didn't have time to make dinner before a meeting last night, so we stopped at Subway. According to their nutrition statement, a roast turkey wrap is only 190 calories and 6 g. fat. I have mine with just vinegar on it. It helped to change it up a little for the day. I just want to say thanks to everyone who posts on this site. :D I have learned so much and gained strength to stick with my plan by reading the posts. Thanks for getting me through it, one day at a time! Hisgal |
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Thursday, May 4 calories-2007 protein-23.1% fat-18.4% fiber-48.25 grams Was another busy day, and had to be out of the house about 1/2 hour after I got home. I stopped and picked up a Pizza Hut Fit 'n Delicious pizza for us. That put me up a little higher on calories. But being I"ve been several hundred calories a day short all week, this should help to average me out. And it's good to have a treat once in a while....it helps to keep me going. Have been averaging 4 times a week at Curves and walking 4 times a week. Had my official weigh in Thursday morning and was up .6 pound. I guess I'm happy with that, considering how much I ate over the weekend. Will have some challenges this week. Besides the cocktail party on Saturday, we will be going out to breakfast on Tuesday morning (office birthdays) and then Friday is my boss's birthday party and will have a lot of food (probably not a lot of healthy food choices) Have a great weekend everybody Hisgal Pat |
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Friday, May 5 calories-1658 protein-20.5% fat-14.6% fiber-59.35 grams Not a bad day....had more bread products today than usual. I found a whole grain sun-dried tomato wrap at Wal-Mart that was 9 grams each of fiber and protein. I added a little hummus, lettuce, onion, veggie cheese and raspberry vinegrette. It was yummy:yumm: Did a huge veggie stir-fry for dinner and had 1/2 serving brown rice with it. Then later in the evening I popped some Orville Reddenbacher's Smart Pop popcorn. I also picked up some diet raspberry iced tea mix at the store. Than was really good. Have been drinking pretty much only water and protein shakes for weeks. It was good to have something different. |
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Saturday, May 6 calories-1596 protein-27.8% fat-18.7% fiber-47 grams Sunday, May 7 calories-1446 protein-24.9% fat-20.7% fiber-44.1 grams Monday, May 8 calories-2185 protein-19.8% fat-16.6% fiber-60 grams Saturday's cocktail party went well. I forgot to eat a protein bar and shake before I left, which was my plan. When I got to the party, I decided to drink Light Cranberry juice. I was not going to start drinking diet soda, and my original plan to have a glass or two of dry red wine fell through when the hostess had only sweet wines. There was lots of appetizers, but I limited myself to the raw veggies, a couple of shrimp with cocktail sauce, and a couple of sun-dried tomato wrap slices stuffed with raw veggies. When I got home, I had a protein drink, some sugar free jello, and made myself a veggie wrap with the sun-dried tomato wraps I'd picked up. Sunday was a weird day, as we were on the go all day. I grabbed a protein bar before church. We had a long meeting after church, then stopped at home for a few minutes, before leaving for our grandson's pre-school graduation at his church. So, I grabbed another protein bar, we stopped at Subway where I got my usual roast turkey wrap with veggies and vinegar. After the graduation, I ate another protein bar. By the time I got home that evening, I'd had over 60% of my calories from protein I then had a lot of carbs....made a grilled portabella mushroom sandwich, and a hugh stir-fry of veggies. In the evening I couldn't fill up (probably because I'd had barely 600 calories so far, all day) and snacked on multi-grain Wheat Thins with salsa and a single serve low fat popcorn. Still didn't hit 1500 calories though!Monday, I felt like I couldn't fill up, and wonder if I can attribute it to the low calories during most of the day on Sunday? We were busy, and I made a Schwan's brand pre-prepared dinner, with multi-grain bread and had a single serve bag of popcorn later! This morning was the day the office went out for breakfast. I totally blew it! I ordered the spinach omelet, which I remember as being very good at this restaurant. But, it had bacon in it too, which I didn't plan on. And I ate part of the hashbrowns My stomach has been rebelling at all that fat ever since...I'm sure none of this stayed in my body long enough for it to absorb the calories that were in it! I hope I learned my lesson in this.Friday night, for my bosses party, I am going to bring along water, and some of that light cranberry juice, and a couple of low fat salads (the office is providing chicken, potato salad, buns, birthday cake-the staff is providing appetizers and main dishes). Hope that, along of the memory of my stomach this morning, will keep me legal! Hisgal Pat |
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Sorry, I haven't been on for a while, I do remember you in my prayers though. Have been dealing with lots of personal issues and illness. Will be back soon. Judy |
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Hi all:D Tuesday, May 9 calories-2097 protein-19.1% fat-35.8% fiber-49.2 grams Wednesday, May 10 calories-1701 protein-26.3% fat-10.8% fiber-55.6 g. Thursday, May 11 WEIGH IN DAY!!! I was down 2 pounds from last Thurs Life is crazy! I have so much going on right now, and 2 parties this weekend. I'm praying for strength to make the best food choices that I can! Hisgal Pat |
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Well, the weekend is over! I had a few slip-ups at the party on Friday night, got back on plan on Saturday, and really over-ate on Mother's Day. I'm heading to Curves in a few minutes, to re-energize myself with some exercise, so I won't feel too sleepy this afternoon from all those carbs I ate yesterday. I forgot the whole wheat buns I bought at home, so didn't have those with me at my sis-in-laws. But, although I had a grilled burger on a white bun, I did eat the fruit and veggie salads I brought. The problem was my mother-in-laws rhubarb dessert:yumm: I had one glass of red wine, and a diet ice tea, but the rest of the day was lots of water. Well, today is a new day and I'm back on plan. I'm so happy that I find it so easy to just get back to eating right, if I do fall off. This does seem to be the normal for me now. And at least the slip ups are at special occasions, not an everyday occurance. This week's predicted rain seems to be intermittent, so am hoping to get my walking in almost every day after my workout at Curves. Heading there now.....have a great week everyone! Hisgal |
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Monday, May 15 Totals calories-1987 protein-24% fat-17.4% fiber-58 grams I feel like I've been eating alot lately. I need to get better control. When I start on any type of bread, I really have trouble stopping...it seems to get my cravings going. I decided to go back and check my avg. totals for last week, when I dropped 2 pounds and found this: Avg. for May 4 to May 10: calories-1813 protein-22.7% fat-19.7% fiber-51.9 grams The calories seem really high for having dropped 2 pounds, but I did go to Curves 5 times and walked 2 miles, 5 times that week. So, maybe I can handle more calories than I thought I could? I hope the bad eating on Friday night and all day Mother's Day won't cause a gain to show on the scale on Thursday. Or the water weight I'm retaining from my period right now. Just keep on truckin'.....stay on the plan. |
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Tuesday, May 16 calories-1610 protein-24.5% fat-14.1% fiber-59.8 grams Wednesday, May 17 calories-1738 protein-33.1% fat-14.2% fiber-54.75 grams Today was my weigh-in day, and whether is was from overeating on Mother's Day or retaining water weight this time of month, I was up 1.4 pounds. :( Not happy about that, but not getting too worried about it either. I was craving salty things in the worst way yesterday , so it's probably water retention.I tried the whole wheat pita pizzas Tuesday night for dinner. Even my hubby said they were yummy. I just mixed some oregano flakes into tomato sauce and spread it on an opened up pita half. I topped mine with veggies and veggie shreds, and gave my hubby diced ham and real 2% cheese on his. The salmon and 2 protein shakes really boosted my protein intake on Wednesday. And a couple of whole wheat pitas boosted my fiber intake, too. I am eating a lot of food, and feeling satisfied...as long as I make good choices and have the right foods on hand, I know I'll eventually reach my goal. I need to keep myself focused on the real goal......eating healthy. Weight loss will be the bonus:D Hisgal |
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Thursday, May 18 calories- 1845 protein-23.2% fat-11.4% fiber-69.25 Wild day! Wild week! Hope next week calms down. Will post more then. Have a great and controlled eating weekend everybody:D Hisgal |
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Well, my weekend was not controlled eating....at least some of it Friday was OK, except for the Papa Murphy's pizza. I let me husband talk me into that. But, he drove into town with me to haul my composted manure for my flower beds and the weed 'n feed for my dandelions home for me. So, I hated to say no to him. Saturday, he had his American Legion BBQ dinner fundraiser. I tried to get our daughter to go with him, while I watched the grandsons, but it didn't work. The food is the same every year, so I knew it wouldn't be good choices, and if it was in front of me, I'd eat it. Sunday, we trimmed the woods and burned brush, followed by a weiner roast with the grandkids. The Some'mores and the weiners were not good for my totals. Monday's lunch out with the boss went OK, as it was at Applebee's and they have a Weight Watchers menu, so I knew my totals when I ordered. Today was lunch out for my sister-in-laws birthday, at the local Mexican restaurant. I had a veggie burrito, which was very good. I still need to figure out my totals there, but it shouldn't be too overwhelming. The burrito was stuffed with mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, black beans, rice and topped with a red (tomato) sauce. No cheese or meat. Seems like this month has been one challenge or exception after another. I'm not going to reach my 10 pound loss goal by June 1. Will have to reset my goals..... Friday, May 19 calories-2021 protein-25.3% fat-27.4% fiber-46.5 g. Saturday, May 20 calories-2075 protein-25% fat-28.8% fiber-50.5 g. Sunday, May 21 calories-2501 protein-13.8% fat-29.1% fiber-42.65 g. Monday, May 22 calories-1745 protein-35% fat-12.2% fiber-47.1 grams |
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Tuesday, May 23 calories-2132 protein-16.5% fat-18.3% fiber-55.3% Well, 4 out of the last 5 days have been over 2000 calories  I know that in the old days I was scarfing down 3000-3500 a day, and high fat, low fiber...but I feel out of control. I've eaten out for lunch the last 2 days, and 5 minutes ago, my boss asked if I'd like to go out to lunch today Grrrrrr! I just want to feel like I am back in control again, and certain that when I step on that scale, that it will reflect the way I've been eating....and be on a downward trend! This long holiday weekend will be a challenge, I know. We are going out to eat Saturday night, and the kids will all be home to help us burn brush on Sunday, and we'll have a weiner roast again. I need to remember to pick up some light or whole wheat buns and use the soy brats I have in the freezer. If I drown them in onions and mustard, it will be OK. Otherwise, we will be working on our weekly 8 hours of lawn mowing, preparing the flowers beds (a couple of hundred feet of them) and planting the vegetable garden. Should be an active weekend, anyway:D Tomorrow is weigh-in day, and I'm dreading it, because of all I've eaten this past week. Going to Curves today, for the first time this week. I see it's almost 80 degrees outside already, but should go walking this noon too. I'll bring my water with and it'll be OK. Hisgal |
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Wednesday, May 24 calories-1938 protein-21.9% fat-14.3% fiber-60.8 grams Well, I think the percentages look good, it's the calories that are still high. Even with all the many things I eat during the day, I get cravings and eat too much. I'm thinking it's the whole wheat pitas and whole grain wraps that are getting me going. Bread products have always been my weakness. Once I start on them, it's like they trigger my craving center. Last night we had 100% whole wheat spaghetti with organic vegetable spaghetti sauce. I sprinkled a little bit of mozzarella flavored soy cheese on it, with a slice of 100% whole wheat toast, a tsp of Promise Light and a little garlic salt. That should have filled me up....but all night I was looking for something else to eat I ended up having a single serve bag of low fat popcorn, a Blue Bunny Healthy Creations frozen bar, and a homemade protein bar. Granted all that was only an additional 275 calories (for a lot of food), but it was the out of control feeling that I didn't likeToday was weigh in, and I was up 1.8 lbs. Not a surprise, as my fingers felt so stiff from water retention. At least while I was overeating all week, I kept track of everything and wrote it down, so I know it shouldn't be real weight. My BMR is 2038, and I was at Curves and walking too. I should have burned off any extra calories I ate. Well, I need to survive the holiday weekend and get back at it soon! |
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" Bread products have always been my weakness." Honestly, HisGal, some of the things you write about I could have written myself. I have a terrible 'addiction' to baked goods. I'm always trying some new (or repeated) way of handeling it. At the moment I'm trying to keep my carb eating to the first half of the day after hitting them pretty heavily a few days ago. btw, kidney beans are good with spaghetti and tom sauce, and really fill me up so I'm not prowlling the kitchen later. Anyway, know that I'm rootin' for ya!!! You've come a long way and you're doing great! |
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CapeCoddess, Thanks for the encouraging words:D We sure all need them, don't we? It's what I love about this site.So, has it helped to eat most of your carbs in the first half of the day? I've been eating more protein in the morning, and having the bread carbs after I get home from work. But, then I just want more all evening Of course, I choose only whole grains (pitas, flat wraps, whole grain breads, brown rice, 100% whole wheat pasta) but, although it is filling, those nasty cravings for more start in.Last night I worked until 7:00 (then was heading straight to church for an Ascension service). I brought some cole slaw mix, dressing and a protein bar along to eat, so I wouldn't go too long without food. I was so busy, that I never had time to eat it. So, I stopped at a local fast food restaurant (not a national chain) for a sandwich. They have a deli sandwhich on whole grain bread that's really good. Of course it's better with the mayo and bacon on it, but I had them leave that off, just the turkey slices, lettuce, tomato, onion and mustard. I don't know if it was a psychological thing, (because it was a sandwich from a restaurant) but I was full and very satisfied. I had another mini-meal after church, and was right in my target range for the day. That idea of beans in the spaghetti sauce is a good one. I'll have to try that. I know the beans on my salad at lunch really make that meal stick with me! Success and Blessings to you CapeCoddess Thanks again for the encouraging words:D |
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Review of daily goals: Calorie range (BMR-RMR less 15%) should be 1732-1673 calories per day Protein-between 20-30% of daily totals Fat-keep in below 20% of totals each day Fiber-minimum of 40 grams of fiber. Remember fiber is suppose to help move the cholesterol through your body, so you don't absorb it. Remember, I need to lower my cholesterol, in my quest to become healthier. Thursday, May 25 Calories-1641 Protein-25.4% Fat-18.6% Fiber-47.3 grams I need to focus on healthy eating, and maintain a constant daily reaching of my goals. The weight will come off, if I do my part;) I can't get discouraged if I fail, and must get right back on track. I can't get upset and abandon my plan if I have a splurge meal each week. Look at that as a treat, not a failure. Just get right back on plan I can't be perfect, I can only do my best. God will give me the strength to continue, just keep praying. Have to keep up the days at Curves and the brisk walking (will be hard this weekend with forecasts in the 90's)Have a great holiday weekend everybody! Keep as "on plan" as you can:) |
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...has it helped to eat most of your carbs in the first half of the day? It only helps if I DO it. But I seem to want what I want when I want it more than trying to stick to a plan. Like I'm having veggie soup for breakfast today instead of a carb like oatmeal. *shrug* And last nite I carbed out after work. I give up. When will you find out if your cholesterol is down? *crossing finger* CC |
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CapeCoddess, So, when you do eat your carbs at the beginning of the day, don't you keep on craving them throughout the rest of the day? That's why I try to eat them at the end of the day, if I can. I really got the best weight loss results when I eliminated them completely from my diet. But, that's not something I can live with for the rest of my life. I am tempted to go back to no meat, no bread/pasta's until I get the last pounds off, but I hate the thought of it. If you see the first post I did in my diary, I brought my cholesterol down dramatically when I went on the "Eat to Live" plan. I had it down a few years ago too, and it went right back up when I didn't eat properly. So, I need to remind myself once in a while, that I am doing this for my health....besides, I'd like to see how much more I can lower my cholesterol. You know....how low can I go? My next annual physical will be in December, so it's a ways off yet. I won't know until then.I feel like I had a horrible weekend...food-wise. I did really good until Sunday evening. We had a bunch of family over for what was suppose to be a weiner roast, while we burned up excess brush from our wooded area. But, the wind was so high, we didn't dare start a fire. So, we started the grill instead. I wasn't going to write down what I ate and figure out my stats....but I decided if I want to continue to be accountable, I need to do it. I have to get some nutrition info off of packages at home, so will post my weekend totals tomorrow. You know, it helps so much to know I'm not alone in this! I think of you CapeCodess when I struggle with not taking another whole wheat pita or second helping of brown rice. Or I think of Soontobeme, when I want to grab a soda pop. (which I haven't had since the end of Feb.) It's not that I can always win the battles, but knowing others are struggling with the same battles, makes them easier to bear. And maybe something one of you has said, will help me win one more battle then I would have otherwise. Tomorrow is also my weigh-in day, so I'll have to face the music for all the splurges I seem to have had lately. HisgalLast edited on 1 June 2006 01:08 am by Hisgal |
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What a great post! I think of my diary too, when something EEEEVILLLLL (trimmings from a cake, leftovers from a catered event, etc) is staring me in the face wondering if I will throw it away or eat it. I'm still not perfect, but it definitely helps. |
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Hi Pat, I am back :D, sorry I was gone so long, at least I only gained 2 lbs, ate horribly, but didn't give in to the temptations of soda..........really the cravings weren't so bad for the soda. Everything else though.................boy, comfort food when you are sick is great, until you eat it and then you feel awful. I started back at curves today, and tomorrow I am going to be holding myself accountable again. I will read over all your posts tomorrow. I am only allowed a small amount of time on the computer after work, because I have to be on it all day and not good for my eyes still, but they are improving, this is how I look all the time, day or night , I guess you can say I wear my sunglasses at night. :P I am just so funny...................Glad to see you are still trying Judy :) |
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Judy, You must look like one cool dude with those shades on! Check out my note in your diary. Sooooo glad you are back:P Pat |
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Well. I can see I have almost a week of totals to catch up on. At least I have been writing them down:D I carry my trusty little notebook with me wherever I go. And I make notes in it, of recipes that I've figured out the data for, or just the info on some of the things I eat most often. It's my own little reference guide;) Unfortunately, it's almost full, so I need to start a new one! So, I wasn't going to write down what I ate Sunday or Monday, as I had eaten alot. But, I figured that if I was going to be accountable and not end up on a binge that would last days or weeks, I had better make myself write down and figure out exactly what was in the stuff I put in my mouth this weekend. If I'd done it as I was eating, I wouldn't have overeaten So here goes:Friday, May 26 calories-1390 protein-24.8% fat-18.8% fiber-24.6 grams Saturday, May 27 We went out to eat for dinner this evening. Knowing that, I ate light for the first part of the day, and allowed myself a splurge. I splurged on a reuben sandwich, but accompanied it with a salad with fat free drsg, fresh fruit, and a glass of wine. calories-1717 protein-16.7% fat-28.9% fiber-35.2 grams Sunday, May 28 calories-1770 protein-16.2% fat-26.1% fiber-37 grams Monday, May 29 calories-2614 protein-15.7% fat-26.4% fiber-35.7 gr I ate a lot of food this day My big downfall was the entire spinach/mushroom pizza that I downed! Yikes! The good thing about Sunday and Monday, was that although I ate a lot of food...a lot of it was fresh fruit, or the chips were baked, or the crackers were 100% whole grain, the cream cheese was fat free, and the salsa is almost nothing. Without that 1120 calories of pizza, with 36 grams of fat, the day wouldn't have been so bad.Tuesday, May 30 calories-1586 protein-18.9% fat-9.8% fiber-58.3 Wednesday, May 31 calories-1611 protein-22.6% fat-13.7% fiber-67.2 grams Average of the week of 5/25 to 5/31 calories-1761 protein-19.5% fat-21% fiber-43.6 grams Target range goal- calories 1673-1732 protein-over 20% fat-under 20% fiber-over 40 grams So, maybe I am learning how to stay on plan and even control my splurges. I rarely have the bad food in the house, which helps immensely! My bad days weren't as bad as I thought they were, and for the week the averages weren't too far off my goal, although I need to watch the protein (it was low) and the fat(it was high) for the holiday weekend. I keep reading that my plan has to be one I can live with for the rest of my life. I can live with this one. I still rarely eat meat, and I don't miss it. I really enjoy it when I do eat it, though. I have certainly learned to love my veggies, and tried some new fruits. I know that bread/pastas/rice are my addiction and downfall. But, I only eat 100% whole grain ones, which is a great improvement. I need to learn to cope with those in my diet, as I cannot give them up for life. That wouldn't be realistic. I am so glad that Trimblebe and others are adventurous enough to try new things....I really like the tuna salad recipe made with navy beans on my sun-dried tomato wrap. I have always said that I need to come up with delicious foods that I enjoy, so I don't keep eating the same old, same old and get bored with my way of eating. I don't often make hamburgers for my hubby, but during the summer, when I do, I throw a large portabella mushroom on the grill for me. I top it with lettuce, onion, and low fat ranch on a whole wheat bun, and it is delicious:yumm: I need to find a few more "summer" foods. Well, today was weigh-in day....and not just weigh-in day, but the end of the 6 week challenge with Nancy at the office. I was hoping for 10 pounds down at the end of the 6 weeks, but that was probably unrealistic, as I'd just dropped 20 pounds over Lent. As I get closer to my goal, I know it will be slower and harder to lose. So, I am down 3.2 lbs in the 6 weeks, which puts me at 164.2 this morning. That's about a half a pound a week, which is OK with me. I just would like to have it all gone, fast, and work on maintaining. I need to see how I can add in my favorite breads/pastas and still keep losing and figure out how to keep my addiction under control. I love CapeCoddess' "brush the teeth" trick...that usually works for me too!;) So, I now need to set a new mini-goal....and I think I will make it last until August 3. That's 9 weeks, and just before the big shopping trip with the high school girlfriends. I will set a goal of 10 pounds again...and work really hard on it this time. It's a little bit ambitious, maybe, but I know I can do it. My birthday is in that time frame too, so I want one splurge day for that. We always take the kids and families out for the birthdays, so I'll make that allowance there. We will also have a few days at the cabin, just before the 4th of July holiday. Now, I have to check out the Perkins restaurant website, and choose a couple things that would be good choices for breakfast this Saturday morning. I have to go into this prepared...I need to know the numbers and what I'm choosing to put into my mouth. Thanks for all your support everyone! Stay strong and make good choices.:P Last edited on 14 June 2006 07:11 am by Hisgal |
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Hi Pat, Even though you had one bad day............all of them put together wasn't too bad. Glad to see that it did not discourage you badly and that you did continue to write it all down. I wish I had that much disipline, I am really bad about writing down everything after I eat it and then I have to remember what I ate, and sometimes I wonder if I forget something. You are doing so good. I am happy for you. What an encouragement you are to me also. Have a great day tomorrow. Judy :) |
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Hi Pat, Even though you had one bad day............all of them put together wasn't too bad. Glad to see that it did not discourage you badly and that you did continue to write it all down. I wish I had that much disipline, I am really bad about writing down everything after I eat it and then I have to remember what I ate, and sometimes I wonder if I forget something. You are doing so good. I am happy for you. What an encouragement you are to me also. Have a great day tomorrow. Judy :) |
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Wow! Time goes by so fast! I can't believe I haven't posted in my diary since June 1. Life is way too busy:( Thursday, June 1 calories-1733 protein-22.3% fat-9.3% fiber-63 grams Friday, June 2 calories-2172 protein-20% fat-12.2% fiber-67.5 grams Saturday, June 3 calories-1997 protein-19% fat-18.7% fiber-35.6% Sunday, June 4 DON'T ASK!!! Monday, June 5 calories-1650 protein-25.3% fat-15.3% fiber-39.8 grams OK, here't the synopsis....Friday night we did do the brush burning and wiener roast thing. I bought some fat-free hot dogs for me. So, my numbers were pretty good, but the calories were high, because of the roasted marshmallows. Mmmmmm:yumm: I even made a couple of S'Mores out of them with low-fat graham crackers and 1 square of Hershey's chocolate bar on each. We got hot and sweaty carrying the brush to the fire, but once that was done, it was a beautiful evening for it. The stars and moon were shining so bright, there was no wind, no bugs...just me and my hubby and a quiet evening. How perfect!Saturday morning brought breakfast with the high school girls. I had checked online and Perkins has very limited nutrition information, from what I could find. However, a calorie counting book that I have, and an online sight. both listed a Denver Omelette with fruit, and a side of hash browns as 335 calories and 9 gram of fat. So, I had my mind set when I walked in the door. The only problem is that it wasn't on the menu . Well, I did a "build your own" omelette, with garden veggies and mushrooms (no cheese) and a bowl of fruit and for my treat, a side of hash browns. I had a bowl of stir-fried veggies for lunch, with a whole wheat pita. All went well until we went to the benefit for my cousin, whose house burned. We worked up until the time we left, and ate at the benefit. The food was sloppy joes(I only ate one), potato chips(not quite a whole serving), pork & beans(1/2 c.) and dill pickle spears. It was held at a local bar and grill, so I chose a glass of merlot, instead of a diet pop. Thank goodness I watched the rest of the day, so my totals weren't too bad.Sunday started out good, but there were all these parties.....breakfast was a protein shake and a banana. Lunch was the potluck, but I'd made 2 salads. So, I filled half my plate with my salads (one a mixed bean/hominy and the other was cole slaw mix with pineapple and low fat drsg.) Then I added some fresh melon, 1/3 cup shredded turkey, raw veggies and mini dill pickles. So far, so good...then came the graduation parties. Actually, with the fresh fruit, dill pickles, and raw veggies I probably didn't do too bad, except that both served beef for their sandwiches. One had fresh grilled hamburgers, and the other had sloppy joes. The first was on a large white bun the second had home-made buns, and as organic farmers, I know she buys organic whole grain flour. However, I think the dressing on the lettuce salad had lots of fat and calories. I can't remember the last time I ate beef, let alone 3 meals in a weekend Even that wouldn't have been so bad, but after we got home I got the munchies. Probably from all the carbs I'd been eating that evening. So, I had about 2 servings of Baked Doritoes and a whole Hershey's chocolate bar. I can't believe I did thatGood thing there's always a new day....to get back on track. Monday was good, but tonight I'm taking my mother-in-law out to eat. She's been struggling with her depression the last few weeks (has been fine on meds for 3 years or more) and my hubby and father-in-law are going golfing tonight with a new league that started up at church. I didn't want her to sit home alone, so I suggested we go out for dinner to some restaurant they wouldn't eat at (like Mexican or Chinese). Maybe I subconciously wanted to go???? NO, I WILL BE GOOD! I have to! I made a pact with a couple of those high school friends on Saturday morning, that I would join them in getting 10 pounds off by the time we took our shopping trip in August. More incentive for me! Yesssss! Have a great week everyone! Hisgal |
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Tuesday, June 6 calories-2199 protein-20.1% fat-20.2% fiber-66.8 grams Well, I obviously went over yesterday. I succumbed to the chips and salsa at the Mexican restaurant, add a glass of merlot, and then when my hubby got home from golfing and dinner with his dad, he brought up a frozen yogurt bar from the freezer that I couldn't say no to My day went like this: Breakfast: Slimbody strawberry/banana shake with 1 c. frozen strawberries:yumm: Snack: Nevd chocolate protein bar (made with Slimbody Choc/caramel protein mix and barley):yumm: Lunch: Tuna/navy bean salad in a sun-dried tomato wrap w/ lettuce, cole slaw mix w/ lot fat sesame ginger drsg. and 1/2 bag of mini carrots:yumm: Snack: Nevd protein bar made with Slimbody strawberry/banana protein mix:yumm: Dinner: Veggie burrito, 10 tortilla chips w/ salsa, glass of merlot:yumm::yumm::yumm::yumm: Snack: single serve low fat popcorn and EAS Choc protein drink:yumm: Snack: Yoplait frozen yogurt granola bar:yumm: It was kind of funny...my mother-in-law never drinks, but she was craving a beer. So, being it was early and the guys wouldn't be back from golfing yet, we stopped at a local campground/saloon. She had a glass of beer.....I ordered a bottle of water. I was proud of me So, even if the days totals weren't in the perfect range, I was OK with it. I can see that dinner out with my mother-in-law, on the guys golfing nights, could become a tradition...a good one. She's a great mother-in-law, and we should spend more time together while she's still around to do it!:yumm: Judging by the yummy faces, this was a favorite food day! Hisgal Last edited on 8 June 2006 02:20 am by Hisgal |
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I see I have several days to catch up on..... Wednesday, June 7 calories-1760 protein-23.5% fat-10.2% fiber-70 grams Thursday, June 8 calories-1696 protein-29.4% fat-13.8% fiber-44 grams Friday, June 9 calories-1815 protein-27.2% fat-15.3% fiber-49.6 grams Saturday, June 10 calories-1829 protein-23.2% fat-12.6% fiber-46 grams Sunday, June 11 calories-1789 protein-23.6% fat 22.9% fiber-31.9 grams My target calories are 1673-1732. Most days were just a little above that, although I did good at keeping my fat intake low. Seems like Thursday was a near perfect day for my totals. It's interesting to see what I ate to achieve those numbers. I see it was a 6 meal day... Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix strawberry/banana shake with 1 c. frozen strawberries and 1/2 c. pineapple Staff meeting: Nevd protein bar Snack: Nevd protein bar Lunch: Local restaurant deli turkey sandwhich on whole wheat bread with lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard and dill pickle spear. I took this back to the office and added a salad of coleslaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple and low-fat sesame ginger drsg. Added a 1/4 bag of mini carrots. Snack: Worked late at the office, so had a bowl of cole slaw mix w/ low-fat rasp. vinegrette, 5 dill pickle spears, nevd protein bar, and EAS choc protein shake Dinner at home: 2 slices whole wheat bread, 1/2 T. Promise light spread, 2 fat free hot dogs, mustard, 1 serving baked tortilla chips with 4 T. salsa Snack: Slimbody Matrix Choc/Caramel protein shake Friday evening we ate out. We were shopping, and had groceries to get yet, and decided we should eat instead of hitting the grocery store hungry (it was about 8:45 p.m.). My hubby wanted to try Culver's. We had previously avoided it, because we heard they had a pretty high fat menu, like many fast food places. But it was pouring rain, and Culver's was close, so we went. Besides we try to go to eat at places we've never been before. The friends were right...the only redeeming factor was that their "dinners" vs. their "baskets" included green beans and mashed potatoes vs. fries and a pop. So we both ordered the 2 pc. fried chicken dinners. I took the skin and breading off of mine, asked for the gravy on the side (then dipped my fork in it before taking a forkful of mashed potatoes-like I do with salad drsg on the side, when they don't have low-fat drsgs), and ate my green beans. I think I came out of there OK. I counted the whole piece of chicken in my totals, even though I didn't eat the skin and breading. The trip to the grocery store yielded a new "dessert" treat. I discovered "Skinny cow" brand cookies and cream frozen bars. 120 calories and 1.5 grams fat Yum:yumm: I think the weekend totals are pretty acceptable too, considering we went to the local town's parade and summer festival. I had a BBQ pork riblet sandwich on a white bun , but planned for it, so the end of the day had decent totals.When I think back through the months since I got serious at the end of February...I don't think I've had what you could call a binge. At least not by my definition. To me a binge is uncontrolled eating, that lasts for more than one meal or day. I have never felt out of control in my eating, and if I gave myself permission to overeat or have a "splurge", I have always gotten right back at it the next day. I think I've learned more control and good eating habits in the last 3 1/2 months than I did in the first 50 years of my life.:P I really think I can do this......:D Last edited on 14 June 2006 07:26 am by Hisgal |
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I forgot to tell everyone in yesterday's post....I marched in the parade we went to on Sunday (office float) and helped hand out candy. The exciting news is that, it was only around 60 degrees out (after 18 plus days in the 80's), so I wore my jeans. Yesssss:D They were definitely looser than the last time I wore them. They actually made me look like I had a waist again!:P:P:P:P I felt so good all day! |
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HI Pat, Sounds like you had a good time and are doing very well with things. I am back on the boards and holding myself accountable. I am going to start writing everything down that I eat tomorrow, and next week, I am going to try the curves high protien diet, sounds like something I could do and I really need some structure, this way I can plan my meals. You are doing great and I am happy for you. I will be there soon. Judy |
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Judy, I'll reply in your diary. Look for me there;) Pat |
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My totals: Monday, June 12 calories-1735 protein-23.2% fat-13.2% fiber-66.1 grams That was just about a perfect day for me And I had the most delicious dinner. I felt like I was starving, (I really wasn't) but I think it was because I was having breads I cooked brown rice with vegetable broth, then added some cooked veggies. I put this mix in the middle of a sun-dried tomato wrap, and topped it with black bean and corn salsa. That was better than any chocolate candy bar I've ever had! Did I just write that???? I actually ate 2 of them and was very full afterwards. I used up 70 calories later with sugar free jello and fat free cool whip(25 cal), and a fruit and cream yogurt bar(45 cal). Just enough of a sweet treat. Tuesday, June 13 calories-1751 protein-23.3% fat-13.5% fiber-54.1 grams Another good day for totals! I was a little worried about breakfast this morning. I was out of my Slimbody Matrix shake mix. I love that stuff, and it's my staple for breakfast. I like starting the day out with protein shake instead of cereal, which seems to get my cravings going. But, I had some vanilla EAS protein mix that I used to make a smoothie with frozen strawberries and fresh pineapple. And my new order of Slimbody Matrix protein shake mix arrived today. I tried the plain chocolate tonight, as my protein total was a little low and it was yummy:yumm: I skipped Curves today and just did my walking. I always change into shorts and a tank top for either of those activities. I came back into the office with it on and I had my new shorts on. (the ones I have been using at Curves were about 20+ years old and getting a little ratty. When I went shopping, I just wanted some cheapy, stretch shorts to exercise in, or wear around the yard when mowing or weeding. I found they don't make the inseams as long as they used to and I feel like I'm half naked when wearing them. They don't come close to my knees!!! But they are comfy to walk or workout in.) Anyway, one of the ladies I work with told me she could see how thin I was getting when I had these stretchy shorts on I don't feel thin....but it sure made my day If only this extra skin, from all those years at 250 pounds would tighten up and the cellulite would go away! Would I be a happy woman!We are going to Valley Fair this Saturday, (Zen, you'll know what that is) and I will have to figure out how I am going to handle that. Then there is Father's Day and 2 big family meals that day. (Valley Fair is the amusement park with fried foods, cotton candy...you get the picture) It's a 90 acre park, so I guess I will just have to make sure I walk around it a few times;) Besides, I will be chasing my grandsons. That should help. Besides, if I get tempted by some yummy food, maybe I can convince someone else to buy it, and I can just have a bite or two of theirs? Just have to remember lots of sunscreen....they are predicting 90 for Saturday. HAVE A GREAT WEEK EVERYONE! |
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Wednesday, June 14 calories-1678 protein-30.1% fat-12% fiber-65.3 grams Wow! Those totals look pretty good:D If only every day could be like that:P I just hope the scale reflects my numbers for the week. I can't believe that I haven't stepped on the scale in between my official weigh-in's on Thursdays! I've always been an every day weigher. But I read the comments of people who say they concentrate on what they eat, and don't worry about the scale. That's been a hard one for me, but I've managed a few weeks now, I think of only getting on it on weigh in day. I think about myself and my history, and think there is some value in this way of thinking. If the scale was down one morning, I would think that was license to snitch things I shouldn't. And if it was up, I'd really restrict my calories, which wasn't good either. Wearing those jeans on Sunday, was a good measure of progress. They felt good and made me feel good. Sure is hard to get used to that way of thinking though. This was kind of a weird food day. I had a lot of fiber, but it mostly came from whole grains and beans. More of it should have come from fresh fruit and veggies. That's not usually a problem, but I was low on lettuce and my mini carrots to nibble on. Well, I'll report back on the morning's weigh-in. I see I last did my measurements on May 5th. I think it's time to do those again. Maybe not tomorrow, as I have to get into work early. We'll see....... |
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Average for the week of June 8 to June 14, 2006 calories-1756 protein-25.7% fat-14.8% fiber-51 grams Wow Look at those numbers! I just want to stare at them....the calories are a little above my top range of 1732, but not by much. Now that I'm down a few more pounds, maybe I should go back to the calculators and my calories needed. I weighed in this morning..........and since last Thursday, I am down 1.6 pounds:D I was so happy. I have to tell you about a conversation in the office this morning...one of the ladies said, "Pat, you've got no butt left!" Then another said, "I told her a long time ago that she's got no tummy left either!" Talk about a morale booster:P Now, don't go thinking that I'm getting a big head....I am still 162.2 lbs, and I've got a lot of fat left to lose. And remember that these ladies saw me at 250 pounds and size 24 for at least 7 years. But, it is nice to get those encouraging comments. It's kind of the fuel to keep you going. It's those things to focus on when you are tempted to take that cookie or candy bar or that trip to Cold Stone Creamery! It still amazes me that I love sitting here at my desk nibbling on baby carrots! And many times, I've noticed that when I sit down to eat, I start on my veggies first. Of course, I don't eat much meat, but still....I dig into the veggies and scarf them down. What a change that is! A good one..... |
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Hi Pat, Look at you doing so great, while the  here is just doing awful. Well tomorrow is a better day for me and things can only get better.I am proud of you and you just jump right back on the band wagon when you make a mistake. I have written down everything I have ate for the last two days as soon as I am done eating it and I am saying why I have eatin and made a note as to whether or not I was hungry or bored or whatever. Good Luck and keep up the good work Judy:) |
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Thursday, June 15 calories-1689 protein-21.2% fat-9.7% fiber-65.55 grams Friday, June 16 calories-1665 protein-24.6% fat-8% fiber-56.7 grams Saturday, June 17 Valley Fair day-did not keep track of food totals. I really wanted to have a splurge day this day, and eat some junk food at the amusement park. The urge was great. My own homemade cookies was as close as I got! No funnel cakes or huge ice cream cones or anything really naughty. :?Today I ate: Slimbody Matrix protein shake with 1 cup frozen strawberries, nevd protein bar, pulled pork sandwich on white bun , baked beans, 1 1/2 oranges, banana, baked Dorito chips, 3 homemade raisin cookies (I forgot to put the oatmeal in these, but they were so good-soft and chewy), another nevd protein bar, dinner at Perkins restaurant was a Rachel sandwich, with a salad and fat free Italian drsg.Sunday, June 18 Also did not keep track of food today. Started the day with my normal protein shake. Nibbled on baked Doritos while making lunch. We grilled venison/wild rice brats, on whole wheat buns, with watermelon and strawberries. We went to my sister-in-law's for dinner (potluck). I resisted the bowls of munchies everybody else was eating and just drank my water. But when we ate, I had 2 ham and whole wheat sandwich buns, a serving of potato chips, watermelon, jicama salad (I will put this in the recipe section-it is delicious and I always get compliments on it), cheesy potatoes. And as if that wasn't enough, I had a piece of the family favorite sherbet dessert. And a Hershey's chocolate candy bar after I got home. Ugh!!! Monday, June 19 calories-1328 protein-27.6% fat-15.0% fiber-50.7 grams Well. at least I got back to it on Monday:D It was a very good day. Maybe my body will think it was so well fed that it will just totally release lots of fat cells, that I burned up today at Curves and my laps at the walking trail in the park:P Will have some challenges this week and next. Friday is lunch with the boss and some other office workers, and the evening will be dinner at my brother's for a birthday party. Next week Tuesday and Wednesday will be eating out. PRAY FOR ME! Last edited on 22 June 2006 12:43 am by Hisgal |
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Tuesday, June 20 calories-1683 protein-31.0% fat-13.0% fiber-51.95 grams Sure had the carb munchies today! Had snacks of baked tortilla chips, a single serve low fat popcorn, and Skinny Cow chocolate peanut butter ice cream sandwich.:yumm::yumm::yumm: Glad I had low fat versions in my house! Made a great discovery today. I'd been figuring my tuna/bean salad mix wrong. It really lowered my calories, but cut my protein too. I'd calculated the whole recipe, and forgot to cut it in half for each serving. I will go back and edit my posts for Thursday and Monday. Tomorrow is weigh-in day again. Wonder what last weekend will do to that? I didn't get my walk in today, as it was raining when I came out of Curves. Sure notice that my rings have been hanging around my fingers the last 2 days though. Must have lost the water retention from the ham on Sunday night. |
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Wednesday, June 21 calories-1712 protein-28.7% fat-13.7% fiber-44.35 grams Thursday is weigh in day and I was back up to 163.8-last week's weigh in. But, I did have 2 splurge days, so I guess I should expect it. I know that I sure seem to have to stick with plan, with no splurges, to have consistent losses on the scale. But, life is still going on around me, and sometimes I have to eat what is there, because I don't have control over it. And sometimes, I just need to have a little splurge, so I can keep at it for life. Being I didn't keep track on Sat. and Sunday, I can't do a 7 day average since my last weigh in. But, I decided to check out the 5 days that I did keep track... Calories-1615 protein-26.6% fat-11.8% fiber-53.9 grams Thursday, June 22 calories-1666 protein-27.9% fat-13.4% fiber-49.5 grams Friday, June 23 I did not keep track of today. We went to lunch for an office birthday and then to my brother's for the June/July birthday's party. Saturday, June 24 calories-2173 protein-21.4% fat-19.8% fiber-38 grams I guess that tells the story, doesn't it? fat % up + fiber down=calories up Sunday, June 25 calories-1815 protein-20.9% fat-17.7% fiber-35.75 Same story as Saturday I will try to keep track this week. We are going out for dinner Tuesday, an office party for June/July birthdays. We have an appreciation dinner on Wednesday. Friday we leave for my Dad's cabin for a few days. We will be going out to dinner Saturday night. And one night next week, we will be going out to dinner for my birthday. Aaaaaaaaaaah! |
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Since it's your Birthday  you get to pick, RIGHT!! Choose well. Applebee's has a WW menu.HAPPY BIRTHDAY EARLY!! Make it a GOOD ONE! Lee  |
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Thanks, Personsmom! Technically, in our family, the birthday person gets to pick the place. However, being the whole family (minus my daughter & son-in-law who live in CO) will be at the cabin, they would like to do the birthday dinner while we are there. (my other son-in-law works every Friday night[2:30-10:30p.m.], and has overtime most Saturday nights, sometimes Sunday too, if they are busy). So, I get to choose between 2 different "bar & grill" type places:( Unless, I can convince them to drive 20 miles to the next city, for more choices? But, the guys all want to do it close by, which is faster, so they can get back out on the lake for evening fishing! And the closer town has a 5:00 p.m. church service on Sat., which they'd also like better, as it will get them back out on the lake faster. My husband isn't a fisherman, but unfortunately my son and son-in-law live for it! My other thought is that I do have control over what I eat the rest of the day! Although it's harder when everybody else is snacking on things all day  I am planning on bringing lots of mini carrots and fruit along! And I'm sure I'll be getting lots of movement chasing around the two grandsons. ages 3 & 5. And I'll have my walking shoes with If I can just hold steady (weight-wise) for the weekend, I will be ecstatic! |
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To Personsmom, I just have to thank you again. You reminded me that I get to pick. I won't have much choice of restaurant, but I do get to choose the food I order. Not saying that I won't splurge a little, being it is my birthday party But, your words helped me last night for the office party. We were at a golf course, and the menu was mostly fried foods, except for wraps. Now, I would have chosen a turkey, raspberry wrap, but they were all out of wraps But, I did order the grilled chicken sandwich. I allowed myself one glass of wine and then switched to diet green tea w/citrus (0 calories).Tonight we are going to an appreciation dinner, where I'll have no choices in what is served. But, I have planned the day so I should be OK, no matter what they serve. Monday, June 26 calories-1810 protein-26.7% fat-11.2% fiber-67.5 grams Tuesday, June 27 calories-1805 protein-28.6% fat-23.1% fiber-45.35 The fat is higher because of eating out. The grilled chicken sandwich was so dry I almost gagged, so I put a little mayo on it. I counted it as regular (which it probably was) and a Tbsp, but I probably had less. I also ate the potato chips that came with it, as I was still hungry. I should have eaten a protein bar on the way there, but I forgot to take one with. Live and learn...... |
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Wow! I can't believe I haven't posted here since June 28th. That seems like such ages ago.....and I haven't had very good days. I have seen how I need my diary, as much as I need to journal what I eat. We had the weekend at the lake, at least 4-5 birthday celebrations (mine), and family campout, etc. All were excuses to eat On the days in between the celebrations, I journaled my food intake and did well. At one point I was even at my lowest weight in 3 years, before I started to gain back some of that 90 pounds I lost. I was so happy that day, you'd think it would have been enough to keep me from overeating! But.....no....I stuff my face more than a few times.But, alas, I have had it proven to me that this eating thing is going to be a life-long struggle, from which I will never be free. :? And I've found out, once again, that it's some steps forward and then some steps back. I just need to make myself keep going forward, after I've gone back a few steps. It hasn't helped that work has been so busy some days, that I didn't ever get a break from my desk....hence that means no Curves either. I've only gone 5 days so far, in July. The weeks of 90's (or 100's) and high humidity hasn't helped either, as I've not been walking. I also put my knee out somehow and that hurts when I walk. Hoping that will be better soon. Right now I am struggling to get back on track. I am finishing up some salads from the weekend campout, and am not writing down what I eat. I don't have the time to figure out the nutrition info on them. However, they are veggie and low fat:) Once they are gone, I will get back to my eating the usual and logging the numbers. I must! If I continue in the slide a few days, journal a few days pattern...I know I will end up with higher numbers on the scale from the sliding days. I need to string together many days of being on plan and being accountable. On the up side, I had a wonderful birthday. I took the day off work, and went shopping for me. I shopped the sales and found some incredible buys that I am very happy with. Also, other than one pair of size 12 white jeans that I really wanted for right now, all the other pants I bought for this fall were size 10's. That is positive thinking:P They are all snug now, but when I lose the last 15 pounds or so, they will fit fabulous Pray for me and all of you hang in there. Your diaries have helped me to stay at it. Thank you for sharing your feelings, successes, failures and encouragements. Maybe it will be easier when summer is over, along with all the parties and picnics? I can only hope................ Hisgal |
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CapeCoddess New Member
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:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:DHAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY. HG!!!:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D May you have lots more...and grow even healthier with every passing year! CC |
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Welcome Back! I too have fallen off the wagon. Post Dr. visit (that went very well) celebration. LIFE choices. Try to journal the food anyway. Not all the specifics,fat,cals, etc. Just write down the food and guestimate the quantity. You've been doing this long enough to eye something and know if its a cup or 1/2. Just the fact that I have to write it down sometimes makes me NOT have something. Crunch #'s when you have time, loosen the journal requirements not the act of journaling. Together we can overcome many obstacles. HUGS |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, CC! I have to remember that is my goal......health! Thanks and hugs to you, too, Personsmom! I needed those encouraging words from both of you, more than you'll ever know. (Or maybe you surely understand!) You know, I know all that stuff you told me. I've learned a lot from a lifetime of trying to lose weight.....but it amazes me how much it helps to have someone else tell it to you:) What a great support group this is Blue Ribbon all the wayI didn't journal yesterday........but I think I did pretty good. Some baked BBQ chips got me last night. I don't know if it's the weeks of heat and humidity, but I've been craving salt like crazy. The salt and sweet cravings from my cycle shouldn't be until this weekend. Well, time to head off to Curves and work up a little sweat. Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, this past week has still been a struggle I can't understand it. It's not that I've been really bad, but I haven't been really good. I've been eating too much food, even if they are pretty decent choices. This feeling has been going on since June 30, and I hate feeling this way. I felt out of control So, I decided to order the e-book, Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle. Each time through my weight loss journey, that I've stalled out or had trouble controlling my eating...I changed paths a little bit. I've learned something from each diet plan I've been on. And each book I've read has taught me something also. WOW! There's a lot of reading to that book........and maybe because it's now in a 3 ring binder, I don't find it too easy to pick it up and read it. But, I am slowly getting some of it read. The basics sound a lot like what I've been doing on Eat to Live, with more meat. I'm not sure that I can go back to eating that much animal protein, so might have to supplement with protein shakes and keep using Nevd's bars. Yesterday, I started writing my food intake down again. I finally feel more in control. I know that I won't spend my entire life journaling what I eat, but I know from experience that I MUST do it to lose the weight! Now, I need to admit my scale is now up 7 pounds in the last 4 weeks I know it's my cycle to blame for part of it, but there still has to be 4-5 pounds of actual weight. I did that to me! I put the food in my mouth. I bought the food in the first place and had it in the house. I think I need to cut way back on breads again. They seem to trigger cravings. I did get back to Curves 5 times last week, but haven't been walking. These temps are just too hot for me...and I hate the humidity! Where is autumn? Come quickly!I've been uplifted from reading the other diaries and finding a few others have been struggling too. Thanks for sharing your up and downs here on CPH. It makes me feel like I'm not so alone:P Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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It's going pretty good so far. I had a major success on Tuesday....someone brought a fresh raspberry cream pie into the office. Now, they didn't just set it down in the kitchen for all to help themselves.....she brought it around to our desks to offer us a piece. I was asked at least 3 times if I wanted a piece of that pie. I said that I'd love a piece of that pie.......but I wasn't going to allow myself to have one! Yesterday's numbers were excellent! Tuesday's were OK...a little high. Tuesday, July 25 calories-1827 protein-22.4% fat-13.1% fiber-57.6 grams Wednesday, July 26 calories-1516 protein-27.4% fat-11.8% fiber-59.4 grams It's my month to bring office treats for staff meetings on Thursday mornings. I made my favorite dessert ever....rhubarb cheesecake:yumm::yumm::yumm: And yes, I had some...about a 1 inch square...just a taste. I hope that was enough for me. I cut the leftovers into small pieces and left it in the kitchen. The people around here inhale any food left out....and the more unhealthy it is, the faster it disappears. Hopefully, they will take care of it for me. I did save out a couple of pieces to bring home to my hubby. After all, I did make it with low fat cream cheese;) I have a flip calendar on my desk, and I think today's message was something I really needed to hear. The reference was from Proverbs 5:21 "For a man's ways are in full view of the Lord, and he examines all his paths." and the saying on that page is "Be aware of roadblocks in life. Ask God for direction." The verse is telling me that God is aware of where I'm going, where I want to go, and He knows the best place for me to go. The saying tells me, just what I was thinking about yesterday. I lost the original 90 pounds through prayer and leaning on God for strength. Whenever someone asked me about my weight loss and wanted to know how I did it, I gave God the glory! I told them that I prayed, a lot, and got my strength to continue from Him. But, lately I've been taking the credit, or giving it to Dr. Fuhrman and Eat to Live, or to Curves for my workouts. I forgot that I got this far in the first place with God at my side. I forgot that He is always ready to help me with things that are in His plan. And I truly believe that God wants me to have a healthy body. He didn't make me obese....I did that to myself. So, here's my reminder....continue in prayer, lean on God....listen to what He's telling you. And on today's flip calendar He said "Be aware of roadblocks in life. Ask God for directions." It's time I started listening a little better again, and hear what He's telling me. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I've been hitting roadblocks for 4 weeks....and the scale shows it. It's time to ask for directions.:P |
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CapeCoddess New Member
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Reading these last 2 posts made me want to give up my nitely cheerios feasts. I see that they are roadblocks. Thanx, Pat! Hopefully I can remember this tomorrow nite. CC |
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nomi New Member
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hey sweetie, i'm impressed! I've been skimming through some of your entries and you sound perfectly grounded and right on track to achieve better healthier lifestyle, you're really inspiring!! and WOW did you really make cheesecake and only have a one-inch square lol, i'm amaaaazed at that. cheesecake is my downfall haha :) keep it up |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Hi CC and nomi! Yes, I really did eat only a 1 inch square of cheesecake.:D I can hardly believe it myself! I guess I am grounded.:) I have God as my anchor, and I know what I believe. It gets me through each minute of the day. I've been reading BFFM (not too far yet). I skimmed to the back chapters, that talk about the eating plan, to get an idea of what it's about. I've tried to implement his ideas and I'm amazed at the starchy carbs I've eaten without feeling like I'm getting out of control. Hmmmm.....maybe it is the correct combination of foods? I've just gotten to the first chapter, and have been understanding how I have been setting myself up to succeed or fail. I have started working on planting "success" messages in my subconscious. The other thing I've done is to eat right away when we get up in the morning. We are up at 5:10, but I work around the house for a while and don't usually eat breakfast until 8:00 or 8:30, just before I get ready to leave for work. That means that if I didn't have a late evening snack, I am going quite a while without food. So, I am trying this to see if it helps get my metabolism going. Thursday, July 27 calories-1766 protein-27.7% fat-9.6% fiber-64.7 grams The calories would have been a little closer to my range, but I had a whole can of garbanzo beans on my lunch salad, instead of my usual 1/2 can. Doing that today too. Have a great weekend everyone, and stay in control. Tell yourself you can do it, and you will:D Hisgal |
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nomi New Member
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mmm I love garbanzo beans. I put them in salads, soups or I just eat them plain. GREAT source of protein. lol now I'm craving some. your calorie counting is awesome and you're obviously doing really well with eating a good amount of calories. I've tried to calorie count but I can't seem to do it without stressing myself out about them, so I just don't. But I'm glad you've found a system that seems to work well for you. btw, whats BFFM? have a good day today :) |
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Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle by Tom Venuto: Lose weight without causing your body to go into survival mode, your metabolism to slow and weight loss to stop. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Nir, for answering that question I try to read most of the threads on this site, and use abbreviations sometimes.Nomi, thanks for the encouraging words! I too, love garbanzo beans! And I'd never eaten them, until I started following Eat to Live, when I had to find alternative sources of protein. I find that journaling my calorie intake is the only way I can stay on track for a prolonged time and actually lose weight. Actually the hardest part is to make up your mind to do it. Once you get going at it, I find I eat many of the same ingredients, and it's not so hard to figure out what I'm eating. All the nutrition info is on packages now, so I usually take it straight from there. I also have a good calorie and nutrition counting book, for when I don't have time to go online and look it up on CPH (Caloriesperhour). It becomes a habit (a good one) after so long. If I eat at potlucks or family get-togethers, I don't usually keep track. It would be too hard, when I don't make the food, and don't know what's in it. Well, I've had mostly good days since I last posted. Sunday and Monday were bad,   I have to admit. But, I am back on track now, and using Tom V.'s BFFM positive messages to help me keep on track. I keep planting them in my sub-conscious. I sure hope they grow!Friday, July 28 calories-1849 protein-29.9% fat-10.4% fiber-63.7 grams Saturday, July 29 calories-1329 protein-25.3% fat-14.2% fiber-38.3 grams Tuesday, August 1 calories-1339 protein-36.4% fat-19.3% fiber-36.8 grams Wednesday, August 2 calories-1480 protein-37.7% fat-14.4% fiber-36 grams This morning's weigh in was down .4 lbs, but the bad news is that overall, since June 1, I am up .4 lbs. Not a very successful 2 months. But, considering the number of parties and events we've had this summer, I guess I will be happy with pretty much maintaining my weight. I needed to get re-motivated, and I think Tom V.'s BFFM is doing that. I've been doing much better since I started reading his book. I just wish I had more time to read  I am always gone or busy Just plugging away.......Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thursday, August 3 calories-1481 protein-28.3% fat-16.5% fiber-33.1 grams Friday, August 4 calories-1574 protein-32.4% fat-12.6% fiber-46.7 grams Saturday-shopping with the girls-planned cheat for 2 meals-no guilt! Sunday, August 6 calories-1652 protein-31.3% fat-17.8% fiber-51 grams In accordance with BFFM, I had the 2 planned cheat meals on Saturday. The book says to do it without guilt. So, I did! Wow, that felt great. We were shopping at Blaine's Farm & Fleet in Eau Claire, WI and it was past time for lunch. I was really hungry and headed for the food section. I had all intentions of buying a bag of Mountain Trail Mix. I could almost taste those M&M's  But, when I got there, I just couldn't do it! I read the label and saw how their brand was so much higher in calories and fat that the one I usually pick up at Sam's Club and I put it back. I picked up a bag of tropical fruit trail mix instead. It was a smaller bag and I shared it with all the girls.Then when I got to the restaurant ( a brew pub & bakery, actually ) I found myself ordering a grilled chicken philly (I love mushrooms and peppers). When I realized how automatic that was (to pick the chicken over the beef), I gave myself a pat on the back. However, remembering that this was suppose to be a cheat day, so I wouldn't binge at some future point, I gave in and ordered the beer fries. They are just the best! Of course, I shared them with the other ladies I just needed to taste them. Then we went all out, and each ordered a piece of the yummiest sounding pie on the menu, and then shared them, so we got a taste of each. And I did it all without a feeling of guilt. This was my day out and my treat. And I knew with certainty that I would be back on track the next morning. AND I WAS! I knew I had kept my calories lower than I should have last week, so according to BFFM, my body probably needed this to keep it burning the calories.I am about 1/3 of the way through the book, "Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle". I am finding it very interesting. So far, I have found it very easy to follow the eating plan. I just got to the part about body types. I sure can see myself there. It's interesting to read how my specific body type will react and what I need to do to continue losing weight, if I stall out. Can't wait to continue reading. I even went back to walking today. I haven't done that since the beginning of July. (Which is probably why I didn't make any progress since the beginning of July!!!) Of course, I went to my chiro on Thursday, and had my knee adjusted, so it doesn't hurt to walk anymore. Also, those horrible 90 and 100 degree temps went away for a while. It was 79 degrees and a 54 dewpoint today when I walked. Perfect day! I can't wait to get on the scale on Thursday! This idea I'm practicing, of repeating positive, future goals over and over throughout the day, to plant them in your sub-conscious seems to be working. I feel stronger in resisting temptations. I am visualizing myself with my goals reached. I makes me feel like I really can accomplish them! Have a great week everyone  |
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You sound absolutely fired up! (okay, so that's not exactly "fire", haha!) I'm inspired to check out the book myself, after reading your last post. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Trimblebe, Yes I guess I am fired up again And it's a great feeling The  is shining in my world again!However, you should know that I love reading your diary, because it's inspired me many times. Thanks! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Monday, August 7 calories-1496 protein-35.3% fat-12.9% fiber-48.75 grams Meal 1-egg beaters scrambled with portabella mushrooms and onions with cooking spray. Topped with 1 slice of 2% cheese and served with 1 slice of whole wheat toast and 1 tsp. Smart Balance Light spread. 1 cup cantaloupe Meal 2-Slimbody protein shake, 1 cup strawberries Meal 3-tuna/navy bean salad filling in a whole grain wrap, 1/4 bag of mini carrots, 2 servings cole slaw mix with 2T. low fat sesame ginger dressing Snack-light yogurt smoothie, chocolate raspberry protein bar Meal 4-1 cod fillet (grilled), 3 servings california veggies, whole wheat pita with fat free cream cheese and no sugar added marmalade. Meal 5-1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1 serving romaine with 15 sprays of dressing (red wine salad spritzer), 1 slice Whole Wheat toast and 1-1/2 tsp no sugar added marmalade. BFFM calls for 5 meals a day for women, but for some reason I was feeling munchie today and grabbed the yogurt drink and protein bar. The thing that's impressed me is that until today, I haven't felt hungry between meals, like I needed something more. Will see how I progress.....2 days until weigh in. If I follow the advice in the book, I really should get some skin fold calipers to measure my fat loss progress. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Tuesday, August 8 calories-1682 protein-30.9% fat-13.9% fiber-50.85 grams Meal 1 egg beaters, scrambled with onion & mushroom, topped with a slice of 2% cheese made into a fried egg sandwich with 2 slices of whole wheat toast, small banana (Sara Lee 100% whole wheat toast with honey is only 45 calories a slice) Meal 2 Slimbody Matrix protein shake, small banana Meal 3 tuna/navy bean salad on whole grain wrap w/ romaine lettuce, bowl of cole slaw mix with 1/2 c. pineapple and 2 Tbsp low fat sesame ginger drsg. Meal 4 Be Powered protein bar Meal 5 homemade pizza (whole grain pita, tomato sauce, mushrooms, onion , black olives, grilled chicken and mozzarella flavored veggie shreds) Worked out at Curves 4 times last week-went to chiro, so skipped Friday. Walked again today. Yesterday, my knee was hurting a little...more of muscle pulling from knee down the outside of my calf. Felt better today. I took time to stretch after my Curves workout today. Maybe that helped my knee? I need to make sure I can walk OK by Friday. I am on the office team for the Relay for Life (American Cancer Society). I've raised my pledges, now I need to do my share of keeping someone walking the path. If you've never heard of it, you can buy a luminary for a $5 donation. It's just heart stopping to walk the path, lined with luminaries, with the names of people who have survived cancer and the names of those who haven't survived. I lost my mom to lung cancer at the age of 62 and I lost my grandma to ovarian cancer at the age of 52. Not to mentioned the many relatives and friends who have had it or have not survived it. My husband and I always walk the middle of the night shift, when it's quiet and you have time to think and read the names on the bags. It's almost reverant. |
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Hisgal, I just wanted to applaud you for doing Relay for Life. I think that is a great work. I really wanted to be involved this year, but i didn't know how to go about it really and it just slipped away. I have been one year, when a group from church formed a team in my and another person's honor. I just think it's a wonderful thing. Good luck! clarinetgurl  |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks CG I really think it's a worthwhile cause. I am lucky that our office has had a team every year for a long time. You need 10 people to form a team. My family, and my husband's has been so affected by cancer. It's really scary I am hoping that getting out of the "obese" category now, will be soon enough to ward off the diagnosis for me. From all the things I've read, obesity sure seems to be a factor in getting several types of cancer. I need to lose this weight and be healthy!....my goals Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Wednesday, August 9 calories-1598 protein-36.1% fat-13.2% fiber-45.75 Well, I was really excited about getting on the scale this morning. I felt like I did really good this week, and I'd been following the BFFM outline. This was going to be my test week...according to Tom V. and my body type, I need to cut back on the starchy carbs. But, to start with, I followed the baseline diet outline. After stepping on the scale, I think maybe I need to cut out the starchy carbs, or at least some of them I was up .8 of a pound. I can't figure it out....I can tell that my stomach pouch is smaller. My clothes feel looser in the thighs and butt. I think my face looks thinnner, too. I really wasn't ready for that scale I did have a seasoned salt on my grilled salmon last night, but didn't think that was enough to do that. I wanted a single serve bag of low fat popcorn so bad last night, but I didn't have one, because of the salt. I didn't want to throw off my weigh in this morning. And I was up anyway! And I'm trying to eat my higher calorie meals in the morning and taper down to dinner in the evening.Meal 1-egg beaters scrambled with mushroom & onion, 2 slices whole wheat toast with 2 tsp Smart Balance light, 1 c. cantaloupe & light yogurt smoothie Meal 2-EAS choc. protein drink, light yogurt smoothie, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp fat free cream cheese, and 1/2 Tbsp. low sugar orange marmalade Meal 3-tuna fish and navy bean salad in whole grain flat out wrap, 2 servings cole slaw mix with 2 Tbsp. low fat sesame/ginger drsg., 1/4 bag of mini carrots Meal 4-1/2 C. 1 % cottage cheese, 1/2 whole wheat pita w/ ff cream cheese and ls marmalade, light yogurt smoothie Meal 5-1-1/2 pieces of grilled salmon, 3 servings of green beans, slice whole wheat toast with 1 Tbsp. fat free cream cheese and low sugar marmalade I think my numbers are looking good. I had my 2 cheat meals on Saturday, but other than that I've only been over 1600 calories (the number BFFM recommends for women) on 2 days. All the others have been between 1329-1600 calories. It should average out. And I had 2 cheat meals, not a whole day. I've added the walking back in to my routine too, along with going to Curves 4-5 times a week. Maybe my body needs more time to get to be a fat burning machine? The yogurt smoothies count the same as a fruit, because of the sugar content. I have had a few of those for other than the first 2 meals of the day. Maybe I have to watch that closer. It's just that I have them in the frig at work..and they are convenient. I'll have to think about this some more, and continue reading the Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle book. I really liked having the starchy carbs....but some of them might have to go  . They don't seem to go with my body type and losing weight. It shouldn't be water weight from my cycle. Too bad I can't blame it on that. Oh well, as the book says....I haven't had a bad week, I have a week to learn from and can make changes.Last edited on 16 August 2006 05:07 am by Hisgal |
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zenobia Moderator
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"I haven't had a bad week, I have a week to learn from and can make changes." that is a wonderful attitude to have, Pat! and maybe you have gianed muscle wieght... you said your clothes feel looser. don't trust the scales!!! if your clothes are loose, then you are losing fat, which is good. your numbers look great. wish i could get that much fiber in... probably could, but you are actually doing it. your fat intake is also really low, which is fabulous. i would guess you have gained muscle. don't worry too much about an increase in teh scale. again, they are evil. zen |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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How right you are, Zen! It amazes me that we (especially me) let that little machine (scale) rule our lives I had a horrible day at work yesterday, nothing seemed to go right, and I'm sure part of it was because I was so bummed about the scale going up. I try not to let it affect me, because I know I was doing good. But deep down, it nags at my subconscious.I love that I am getting my fiber in too The beans and whole grains really seem to help with that, along with all the veggies I'm eating.Have a great weekend! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thursday, August 10 calories-1718 protein-28.9% fat-18.2% fiber-49.25 grams Friday, August 11-Relay for Life Cancer Walk-used 2 cheat meals Saturday, August 12-calories 1463 protein-32.3% fat-16.9% fiber-31 grams Sunday, August 13-calories-1801 protein-30.5% fat-12.4% fiber-44.5 grams Monday, August 14 calories-1610 protein-25.9% fat-20.2% fiber-52.5 grams Tuesday, August 15 calories-1610 protein-33.8% fat-14.1% fiber-53 grams Tomorrow will be my weigh and measure day at Curves. I haven't done that since May, I think. It will be interesting to see what's happened since then. I did get on the scale on Monday morning. I wanted to see if my "cheat" meals on Friday did any damage. I was down 3 pounds from Thursday's weigh in. Maybe it was some water weight?Well, the important thing is that I feel like I'm in control again. Having a protein with each of the 5 meals, and varying the fruits, starchy carbs and fibrous carbs in the suggested combinations, seems to make me feel full and satisfied most all of the time. It's only when I have a diet green tea or light lemonade that I feel dissatisfied and want to eat more, or things I shouldn't. I wonder if it's the aspartame I haven't had those strong feelings since I gave up all pop, diet and otherwise, in February. I just get really sick of drinking only water I wanted something different.There was a time when I wouldn't have been able to have 2 cheat meals on a Friday night, and be right back on track Saturday morning. I'd have been eating to my heart's content for at least the rest of the weekend. It feels good Last night I baked my hubby M&M cookies, and tonight I baked him brownies. I haven't touched one! I made this wonderful new recipe for salsa on Friday and took to the cancer walk. I enjoyed it that night, and didn't touch it all weekend. I took it all to work on Monday, and they polished it off, begging for the recipe. I think almost everyone in the office has a copy now, it was soooooo good. I am in control |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Wednesday, August 16 calories-1771 protein-33.3% fat-17.9% fiber-49.35 I weighed in this morning, and I was the same as yesterday. (I weighed yesterday, as I was doing my weigh and measure at Curves-I like to compare what our scales say) That is down 3 lbs from last Thursday. My exercise and calories don't account for 3 lbs., so I must have been retaining water last week when I weighed. The owner of Curves gave me a printout with my stats from when I first started at Curves, in January of 2005, until yesterday's measurements. I've got them at home, but I should post them here, where I can come back and look at them. The thing that I remember from it, was that I lost 3" off of each of my "thunder thighs" in the 18 months since I joined. (At that point, I had regained about 30 of the original 90 pounds that I'd lost) My weight has fluctuated during that time.....I go up ...I go down, but the inches I keep losing. Yeah , a star for me!I need to focus on those things today especially. My daughter talked of her family going to the Great Minnesota State Fair, and all I can think of this afternoon is deep fried cheese curds and foot long hot dogs Help!I think it's time to grab a protein bar and a bottle of water! |
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You go girl ! I see "in control" here reading your diary. I bet the Sate fair would be fun! I have a step-son who lives in Minneapolis. My daughter wants to go the the Texas State Fair this year -- I've never taken my kids We really need to do this with and for them. Bless you dear one. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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In control! Yesssss! Keep thinking that way, Pat. Thanks for pointing that out, Paint-Mom. The MN State Fair            is pretty good. I keep hearing that it's one of the best in the States. Take a day and go with the hubby and kids. Family time is important tooI'm PMS'ing right now, so that makes it even harder. However, I did grab a protein bar and a bottle of water yesterday afternoon. That helped alot. I'd like to be perfect, but know I can't be. I will just try my best, as much as I can. I like the way Tom Venuto puts it in BFFM....if you eat 5 meals a day for a week, you are eating 35 meals. If you "cheat" on 1 or 2, it's not going to have a big impact, if the other 33-34 meals are the right foods in the combination and portions. Don't sweat the 1-2 cheat meals, just don't make it an entire "Cheat DAY!!" He also says, that if you are going to have a cheat meal, go ahead and do it without guilt. Enjoy it to the fullest, then get right back on plan. However, when I got home from work yesterday, I still wanted salty and crunchy So, for my 4th meal, I had a whole cup of 1% cottage cheese (instead of the usual 1/2 cup), a single serve bag of Orville's Smart Pop, and a glass of V-8 juice. I guess there was enough sodium in that to satisfy my body's cravings. That held me just fine until meal #5 I ended up with 177 grams of protein yesterday ( had a 6 oz. serving of turkey for meal #5). WOW! But my calorie intake was up, but at least I didn't grab the wrong foods, just more of the right foods.Thursday, August 17 calories-1942 protein-36.5% fat-18.7% 48.95 grams |
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The salt monster was calling me again today after my workout. I caved in.....but not too badly. Instead of stopping at the grocery store for a few bags of chips like my body was calling for, I stopped at Subway and bought a single serve bag of BAKED potato chips-130 calories, 2 .g protein, 1.5 g. fat and 2 g. fiber. Somewhat in control At least as much as I can be at this time of month |
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(clap, clap, clap) Yeah for you! Sometimes, you just gotta have something salty, but you chose well! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Sheltie Well, I chose to have a "cheat meal" on Friday. One those days, I don't total up my nutrition info. However, my first 3 meals were right on track. That evening we went to visit our oldest daughter. We hadn't seen the grandkids for almost 3 weeks. That's the longest we've gone since the oldest was born 5 1/2 years ago Anyway, we had some shopping to do before we got there, and planned to eat out. I chose Fazoli's (Italian-fast food). I wanted lasagne so bad and some of their breadsticks. I had them, enjoyed them, didn't feel guilty. It was one meal. However I was stuffed and uncomfortable for a while. Didn't like that feeling...something to keep in mind. For my 5th meal, I ate a protein bar, being we were at our daughter's I wanted to keep it simple. Before we got to her house, we got a phone call that she was on the way to the ER with the boys. They had had new carpet laid that day, and none of the furniture was moved back (my daughter works 6:30-2:30 and her husband works 2:30-10:30. We were going to help her move the furniture back when we got there) Anyway, a big, empty room with brand new carpet was just too tempting for two little boys (ages 3 & 5). They were running around in the big open space, even though their mom had warned them to settle down. The only thing back in there, was the fish  aquarium. My D was still testing the water to get it to the right pH. The oldest one fell and hit his head on the aquarium stand. She dropped everything and took off for the ER! Turns out he cut it down to the skull and had stitches underneath and on top of the skin. And when they got back home, they found out that Snickers, the killed Dorothy, the , who was still in a bowl on top of the kitchen counter. So, more tears for my poor little boy. Well, Grandma played games with him until 11:30 to make up for some of it. But, when we were going to leave, he said "Mom, take these stitches out now, they hurt" So my D got up several times during the night, to make sure he wasn't trying to pull them out himself! By the way, I was still craving salt that night, and I found about a serving of baked potato chips left in a bag at home. I ate them...at least they were baked!Saturday was another planned cheat meal. I like to use them on the weekends. We had a wedding to go to that day. My first three meals were great and on plan. When we left for the wedding, I'd had 940 calories, 80.4 g protein, 15 g fat, and 16.4 g. fiber. The meal was a skinless chicken breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and a green bean, carrot, almond mix. Very good I even took a piece of wedding cake. The gal's cutting it looked like they'd never done this before....which worked in my favor. Some pieces were 3" thick and some were barely 1/2" thick. I got one of the barely 1/2 " thick pieces. It was enough of a taste. I enjoyed, didn't feel guilty, and danced my feet off the rest of the night, with just one glass of merlot. That should have worked off some calories, right? We also went out to the van later, where I had a stash of water bottles and a protein bar for my 5th meal. I think, on the whole, I am getting very good at this "plan a cheat meal, enjoy it and get back on plan" thing. I don't even feel like I want to keep on "cheating" I know I have 1-2 meals to look forward to. The other thing I've noticed with BFFM, is that I very, very seldom feel like a snack between meals. I keep remembering what Tom V. says about it should be 2-1/2 to 4 hours between meals, that you need to let your stomach empty out, but not go too long without food. And with the food combinations I'm eating, I almost always feel satisfied after a meal. It's just before a meal, if it's pushing 4 hours + since the last one, when I sometimes feel like a snack. Sunday, August 20 calories-1835 protein-31.3% fat-26.6% fiber-31 g carbs-42.1% My fat was high on Sunday. I baked 3 jelly roll size pans of bars to take to church for a special celebration that we were having. When I got the bars home, and was putting them in containers to put in the freezer (out of site, out of mind???) that I just had to have one of each of 2 kinds of bars. Those 2 are my all time favorites! So, I ate them, wrote down the nutrition info, and put the rest in the freezer I was satisfied. But, just in case, I followed them up with some protein and whole grain. It worked, I didn't have cravings all day. The other thing that made my calories and fat higher for the day was supper. I spent 2 hours after church putting the bars away, doing dishes, started laundry, packing up meat etc. I finally got outside for 5 1/2 hours of lawn mowing (I've got 2 1/2 left). Then had to pick my husband up (he'd taken his backhoe to church for a project) and drop him off to bring his truck and a load of dirt home (he's re-doing our lawn). So, it was after 9:00 p.m. and I still had to make us supper. I was beat....our son walked in the door with take-out from the local town's chicken BBQ. His fiance got the stomach flu, and couldn't go with him, so he brought her meal home to us. What a God-send! But a piece of grilled chicked, an ear of sweet corn and 1/2 a baked potato kind of uppped my calories.Monday, August 21 calories-1702 protein-34.1% fat-24.1% fiber-44.95 g carbs-41.8% BFFM suggests that you try to keep your percentages even throughout every meal of the day. I figured out a few to see how I was doing.... calories-Meal 1 273 M2-367 M3-428 M4-480 M5-394 protein-Meal 1 26.4% M2-40.1% M3-31.9% M4-35.0% M5-46.7% fat-Meal 1 24.7% M2-15.7% M3-11.8% M4-13.1% M5-31.5% carbs-Meal 1 48.9% M2-44.2% M3-56.3% M4-51.9% M5-21.8% calories-Meal 1 456 M2-235 M3-584 M4-327 M5-100 protein-Meal 1 31.6% M2-32.2% M3-30.8% M4-37.3% M5-60% fat-Meal 1 33.6% M2-10.0% M3-16.3% M4-34.1% M5-27.0% carbs-Meal 1 34.8% M2-57.8% M3-52.9% M4-28.6% M5-13.0% I'd like to try two suggestions from BFFM. I'd like to make my first 3 meals of the day, the ones with the highest calories. And I'd like to taper my carbs down throughout the day, from meal 1 being the highest, to meal 5 being the lowest carbs. I think I have some more planning to do! Well, it's 7:30 in the evening, the report I was waiting for is done printing, so I am shutting things down and heading home to my hubby (unless he went to work at church or to the auction he was drooling over. It has a 10 foot disc, that he could use to upgrade our lawn, that he's been working on. You know what they say about a man and his toys.....) Blessings everyone! Hisgal |
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Tuesday, August 22 calories-1882 protein-30.4% fat-17.5% fiber-56.35 g. carbs-52.1% Here's how it breaks down: Meal 1: Egg Beaters, scrambled with portabella mushrooms and onions, topped with a slice of 2% cheese, 2 slices of Sara Lee Delightful 100% Whole Grain bread, 8 oz. V-8 vegetable juice, 2 tsp. Smart Balance Light Meal 2: 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 c. fresh pineapple, 1 small banana, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp fat free cream cheese and 1/2 Tbsp. no sugar orange marmalade Meal 3: Tuna/navy bean salad mix on whole grain flat wrap, lettuce salad w/ 2 Tbsp. fat free Raspberry vinegrette, protein bar Meal 4: 2 protein bars and a chocolate protein shake (working late-only packed 2 meals) Meal 5: 4 oz grilled cod, 3 servings green beans, 3 small tomatoes, 6 grape tomatoes Here's how the percentages look: Calories: M1-273 M2-328 M3-533 M4-450 M5-298 Protein: M1-26.4% M2-24.3% M3-34.7% M4-35.6% M5-38.6% Fat: M1-24.7% M2-8.5% M3-16.4% M4-21.0% M5-17.2% Carbs: M1-48.9% M2-67.2% M3-48.9% M4-43.4% M5-44.2% I can see that my first meals of the day, are not my highest calories, like they should be. The protein is fairly consistant, within 12% throughout the day. The fat is all over the board. I am keeping my protein high enough, that my carbs are below 50% for most meals. I might need to bump up the fat a little, along with the protein to keep the carbs in check. For now, I want to get used to eating the protein, fibrous carbs, starchy carbs, fruits and fat in the right order and portions, throughout the 5 meals of the day. I"ve bumped my calories up a little. I sure don't feel like I'm eating too few calories, and by my calculations, I should be OK. But, with some talking of having good results losing weight when they bumped theirs up to 1800 a day, I wanted to see what would happen. Tomorrow is weigh in day, so I'll see what the scale says. Of course, I've got my period right now, so may be retaining some water weight. If a couple weeks of this doesn't show results, I want to try the carb cycling talked about in BFFM. It's suppose to break through the plateaus, guaranteed. I need to start seeing results. I didn't get to Curves Tuesday, as I have stuff at work that had to be done before I could break. So, I went for a walk later in the afternoon instead, 45 minutes. According to my rough estimates, I avg. 3.6 mph. My finishing heart rate was 120 bpm. That's about what I avg. at Curves during the 3 times we take it. Today I went to Curves, and then to walk. I didn't have much time, so I cycled my walk with intense bursts, over 20 minutes. My finishing heart rate was 132 bpm. Believe me, I was TIRED! It didn't help that the dewpoint went up to 70 this afternoon. Tornado watches out for tonight. I wish I had time to do the cardio in the morning. But, if I walk, I like to do it first thing when I get up, and it just isn't light out at 5:00 a.m to walk along the highway. According to BFFM, that's the best time to do cardio to burn the fat. With all the talk of Turbo Jam, I sure am tempted, but with old whiplash injuries to my back and neck, I don't know if I can do it. What do you guys/gals think who are doing Turbo Jam If I turn my head too far to talk to somebody, I move a vertebrae, and have horrible headaches until I see my chiro for an adjustment. I don't like being in that kind of pain, and I hate having to take off work to go for the adjustment.Eat to Live and BFFM have certainly done one good thing for me....I love my veggies! I find I am usually digging into them first off my plate! Yeah |
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I said last week, that I was going to post my measurements after my weigh and measure at Curves. I started there January 18 of 2005. Their scale usually weighs me 2-3 pounds heavier than the one at home (also I'm fully clothed there, and have had 2 meals already and lots of water). Also, when I started over again in February 2006, my weight was only a couple pounds shy of the previous year. 1/17/05 Bust-42 8/16/06 Bust-38 4" Waist-38 Waist-33 5"Abdomen-45.5 Abdomen-40.5 5"Hips-46.5 Hips-41.5 5"Thighs-28 Thighs-25 X 2= 6"Arms-13 Arms-11.5 X 2= 3"Weight-190 Weight-165 25 lbsBody fat-40.8% Body fat-35.1% 5.7% Last edited on 24 August 2006 04:18 am by Hisgal |
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zenobia Moderator
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wow! you have made some amazing progress! doesn't it feel groovy??!!! well done!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Zen! It does feel good, when I can look back at the progress in inches. I've been getting pretty down this summer, at times, because the old scale just keeps bouncing back and forth. It doesn't seem like I'm making any real progress. I guess you've been doing that too, so you know what I'm talking about. I get so excited when there's a drop, then the next week, it's gone back up again. I deserved that in July. I had way too many cheat days, but I've really hit the books since the end of July. I figure that after a month of hard work, I should be seeing some progress. And today's weigh in, I was up. Granted, it could still be water retention for a few days. However, I did check my BMI, on this site's calculators, and I am .6 of a point away from getting out of the overweight catagory, and into normal! That boosted my spirits , but I still am a slave to that scale, and I want it down into the 150's oh well, slow but sure, right? |
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Wednesday, August 23 calories-1807 protein-31.6% fat-20.5% fiber-45.6 gr carbs-47.9% Calories M1-509 M2-318 M3-413 M4-300 M5-267 Protein M1-14.5% M2-44.0% M3-36.2% M4-36.0% M5-37.5% Fat M1-27.4% M2-15.6% M3-12.7% M4-24.0% M5-21.6% Carbs M1-58.1% M2-40.4% M3-51.1% M4-40.0% M5-40.9% I can see I still have some tweaking to do. Those of you who haven't read BFFM, this maybe doesn't make any sense. But for those of you that have, any suggestions? I am the dreaded endomorph type........so look out for carbs . I am trying to keep those down. I am nervous about boosting my fat % to around 20%, trying to keep my protein %'s high enough to lower the carbs. For years, while losing weight, I have always kept my fat % under 20, and actually usually under 15-17%. I also seem to have problems keeping my calorie count down, while trying to have 5 complete meals. I am ending up around 1800, instead of the suggested 1600. The protein bars or shakes seems to be about as processed as I get, along with maybe a whole grain pita or flat wrap. I posted today's food under Paint-Mom's topic in Foods-What did you eat today? So, I won't repeat it here, but I think I did better today. At least, if I stick to plan for this evening last meal. I do still usually have my highest calories at the noonish meal. All meals today should be under 50% carbs, with the lowest carbs for the last 2 meals. Man, this is a lot of work! But I do want to lose the fat, not the muscle! And I want to eat healthy for the rest of my life. This isn't a diet, it's an eating plan for life......so I can live a long one |
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Thursday, August 25 calories-1767 protein-34.5% fat-19.7% fiber-42.2 gr. carbs-45.8% Thursday's meal content: Calories M1-401 M2-409 M3-489 M4-270 M5-198 Protein M1-19.5% M2-37.8% M3-35.3% M4-47.4% M5-38.4% Fat M1-33.7% M2-14.3% M3-15.2% M4-15.0% M5-20.5% Carbs M1-46.8% M2-47.9% M3-49.5% M4-37.6% M5-41.1% Well, the weekend is looming.......should I plan one cheat meal or two? We have a potluck supper on Sunday evening for my hubby's family birthdays in August. That will definitely be one. I am getting the ingredients for a new salad I found in my "Light and Tasty" magazine. I love that they print all the nutritional info with each recipe in there. We are going to paint the outside of the house this weekend. I was hoping to start tonight already, but my hubby got rained out at church last night, and has to back there to help clean up trees (we're adding on a new fellowship hall, narthex and offices-it will keep him hopping for the 9 months. So will the new grandchild we are expecting, and our son is getting married! I'll be wanting a vacation at the end of next summer.....please!!!) So, I think I'll start mowing lawn tonight, if it's dried up enough (we got almost 3" of rain last night-no wind damage though-thank the Lord) I figure if I have a paint or stain brush in my hand all weekend, I should be able to keep my hands out of the food. However, I will have to work hard to get in my 5 meals and keep the contents of them balanced. Have a great weekend! |
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Well, the weekend is over! I ended up having #1 "cheat meal" on Friday night. So, I know the calories were high that day. I try to load my higher calorie meals in the morning and taper them down. So, I was already at 1448 when my hubby persisted in wanting to go out to eat. That worked out OK, as we ended up being seated next to my brother and family. We asked to be moved to one big table and had a nice visit with them. The rain prevented me from mowing lawn on Friday. The fog and haze prevented me from starting in on the house on Saturday morning. But, I got the laundry and a really good cleaning done Saturday morning. Then by 1:00 it was dry enough to mow. Around 3:00, our son and fiance came home to help paint. Well, we started with staining the cedar on the front of the house and under the roof-line. What a mess that is. I swear the special stain brush I bought didn't hold a drop of stain It was all running down my arms and legs! So. we stained until dark on Sat. and started in again after church on Sunday. Hubby and son stained while I made lunch and mowed more lawn (remember we have 8 hrs. of it when it all gets done at once!). Son and fiance left for the b-day party and took the gifts and food. Hubby and I finished up most of the staining. I just couldn't look when he drove the tractor down 2 steps (decline of one full level), extended the bucket up as far as it would go, and stood on it to paint the roofline at the highest peak of the roof. I, on the other hand, was stretching my limits on the other side of the house from the top of an 8 ft. step ladder. Not much better than him However, God kept us both safe and the hardest part of the house is now done. We just have to paint the other 3 sides. I love paint, compared to runny stain.OH by the way, my cheat meal on Friday was at Applebee's. (yeah, I know, I could have had a WW selection) I chose chicken fajitas. I had 3 of the small tortillas with chicken, peppers, onion, lettuce and tomatoes. I did eat some sour cream and the rice too. But, then I ordered a piece of dessert to split with my niece. I let her choose, and she chose a WW dessert. That was great, except Applebee's was out of that one. Oh well, we split a piece of dream sickle cake. It was very good, and being it was a cheat meal, I didn't feel guilty.Saturday, August 26 calories-1263 protein-33.8% fat-12.4% carbs-53.8% fiber 31.1 grams I did break that down into percentages in my paper journal, but won't post it here. At first I thought that was a waste of time to do. But, I'm finding which combinations of food combine to give me the right percentages of protein, fat and carbs. It's interesting to see how often I can hit target by doubling a serving of cottage cheese or halving a protein bar to manipulate the numbers to keep them even. It's almost a personal challenge to try to do it. I must confess that I relied heavily on protein bars this weekend. I was so busy, that suddenly I'd find it was 4 hours or more since I'd last eaten and needed some food in my stomach. It's not something I want to do often and isn't recommended by BFFM, as real food has it's own thermic effect. Liquid drinks and processed bars digest more easily and don't burn as many calories as whole foods. I really wanted one of those bars tonight (I'm working late-report printing), but it was about meal time, which I'd brought with. So, I told myself that after I ate my cole slaw, pineapple, chicken salad, I could have a protein bar if I was still hungry. Guess what? I wasn't hungry  Sunday was a planned cheat day. But, really it didn't feel like a cheat, I just went over my calories. I ate most of the calories at the birthday party, (when we finally cleaned up our brushes and went to eat). I ate 6 oz. of real ham and 2 servings each of the salads I made. The dressings on those and the fat in the ham put me way up on the fat %, but at least the salads were almost pure bright colored veggies, with a little brown rice in one. I declined the cake and ice cream (which I was able to do, because I was very full from the double servings of veggie salads). Sunday, August 27 calories-2011 protein-30.8% fat-25.9% carbs-43.3% fiber-42 grams Before we left for the party, I stepped on the scale. I don't usually do that after a full day of eating and drinking. But, I'd sweat out quite a bit while staining and I was curious to see if I did much damage with Friday night's cheat. I was at 161.8 It must have been the lack of fluids, but I was so happy to finally see something under 162.4! I weighed this morning and it was the same, 161.8. Let's hope it's not a fluke, and will now continue to go down. Now I just have to figure out why the drop....was it the tapering the calories through the day? Or was it keeping my carbs to only fibrous ones for the last 2 meals of the day? Or was it the days of walking (they were only 2 that I could fit in-and only 3 days at Curves )? Or was it keeping my calories around 1800 for last week? Or was it having high cal. on Friday, low on Saturday, and high on Sunday? Hmmmmm |
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don't you hate it when there are so many variables? you want to pinpoint what brought it down so you can continue whatever it was. but it's a drop and that is great! i bet it was just a combination of everything though... the high calories threw your metabolism into gear and i'm sure the lighter meals at night helped as well. you could probably experiment with things a bit and see what does it? maybe it was just a change of routine... whatever it was, it worked! |
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Sounds like a lot of work lady! I know painting first hand! We do most of our own handi-work too! The teens help some but -- mostly just cus' they have to -- I'm going to be a first time Granny in February. When is your GRANDbaby due? |
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Hi Paint Mom, Your right there! My hubby doesn't believe in hiring somebody to do anything that we might be able to do ourselves! I'm married to a "Tim Allen" type. Congratulations on the new grandchild coming. This will be my third, and I'm very excited. My oldest daughter is due in December, first week. It's kind of a neat story....she has 2 boys already, but says she wants a daughter so bad, because of the great relationship she has with me (yeah, she's a sweetheart-both daughters are). They decided to try for a pregnancy for 6 months, and if they didn't get pregnant, then they figured God didn't want them to have another child. Well, she got pregnant almost right away, then miscarried. The 6 months were up, with no pregnancy, so her hubby made the appt for his vasectomy. When I talked to her the night of his surgery, to see how he was doing, she said "Mom, I guess our plans are not God's plans" Evidently something prevented them from doing the surgery that day. It was re-scheduled for a month later.....by that time, she was having a positive pregnancy test. Of course, she's hoping that means that God will also grant her prayer for a daughter. She's had ultrasounds, but doesn't want to know if it's a boy or girl. She's leaving that in God's hands  Paint, since becoming a grandmother, I tell everyone it's God's reward for surviving parenthood You will enjoy it so much! Congrats, again!Last edited on 30 August 2006 07:12 am by Hisgal |
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Zen, You are right about the variables! I wish there was a book just for "The Best Way for Pat to Lose Weight and Keep it Off". Well, I figured I raised 3 wonderful kids without a manual (other than the Bible), so I can handle this too. But, a step by step manual would be nice....... |
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Monday, August 28 calories-1444 protein-34.7% fat-20.6% carbs-44.7% fiber-37.35 grams Tuesday, August 29 calories-1772 protein-34.8% fat-16.9% carbs-48.3% fiber-43.1 grams Well, I'm still keeping track of the %'s of protein, fat and carbs for each of my 5 meals. They are nowhere near even throughout the day I have been able to keep my carbs under 50% for 2-3 meals. The ones where I have fruit seem to be the ones that go over the 50%. However, it has mostly been whole foods, not processed, except for the occasional protein drink to boost my intake. That is, until tonight....I really wanted popcorn. So, I made a bag of Orville Redenbacher's Smart Pop Single Serve. I love those....when I want some really bad, I only have one serv ing and can't eat more because there is no more Is popcorn a processed food?I went to Curves these first 2 days, but will probably skip it the rest of the week. My neck and shoulder were extremely tight since the weekend with the paint brush, so much so that I could barely turn my head to the side this morning. I have to put my painting project on hold for a few days (and by then it will be raining again-if we can believe the weathermen). I went to my chiro for an adjustment today, and don't like to workout for a few days after that. That means I'll get my cardio in by walking the path at the park for the rest of this week. We are going for a long weekend get-away this weekend. That will be a challenge...I think there will be more than 2 cheat meals. I haven't yet figured out if I want to pack lots of individual servings of cottage cheese, salads, etc. or take along a lot of protein bars and drinks, or just wing it at the restaurants. I want it to be a vacation, and it won't be too relaxing if I'm trying to fit in 5 meals while we are shopping or touring or whatever. But, on the other hand, I was pulling up my new (July 7) white jeans all day, and I sure don't want them tight when I come back from a weekend. Choices..... |
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Wednesday, August 30 calories-1571 protein-35.5% fat-20.2% carbs-44.3% fiber-38.75 grams Thursday, August 31 calories-1426 protein-32.1% fat-23.6% carbs-44.3% fiber-43.05 grams Well, we are going for a long weekend trip...to Waterloo, IA We found a good price on a nice motel through Priceline.com. Sounds like they've got a nice mall for shopping (yes, my hubby wanted to know what they had for shopping!-he's really good about that), we played on a cool mini-golf course there a few years back, the motel has a pool and a whirlpool. It should be fun!Well, my notebook is full and I will be starting another one. I decided this is our vacation, so I'm not going to write down what I eat. I know I will eat some things I shouldn't, but I did pick up a supply of protein bars and drinks. I will try to keep to the 5 meals, but 2 will probably be more like snacks. I also picked up my favorite treat-Tropical Fruit Trail Mix. That will be enough of a treat, that I should be able to keep my fingers out of the hubby's M&M's. I also got some rice cakes and a bag of baked chips. It's a bit of a drive, so that will be the biggest challenge. I can't stay awake in a vehicle for more than 1/2 hour, tops, unless I'm snacking on something, and the hubby like me awake to keep him awake. I weighed in this morning, and I am still at 161.8, like I was on Sunday and Monday. Sure was hoping to drop a little before the weekend. Well, now that we have a destination, I better start packing. Work today was a nightmare! I took no breaks and I worked late....good thing I had my tuna/navy bean salad wrap, so I could eat at my desk. A protein bar made up my 4th meal for the day.Have a great weekend everybody! |
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wow your calorie counting and protein/fiber/... breakdown is hardcore :b hehe I could never do that! good luck with your eating. i'm sure you'll do great, and enjoy your long weekend! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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WOW! It's been a long time since I posted! Well, I have been busy and I haven't been so good We had a wonderful time in Waterloo, IA. We walked to a Bonanza Steak House on Friday night and I actually had a steak! I can't remember the last one I ate. I did pretty good there...I started with a salad w/ low fat drsg. But I grabbed 2 slices of garlic bread. I ate the steak, salad and baked potato w/ a scant 2 tsp of whipped butter or marg and drank lots of water. My downfall was when my hubby came back from the dessert bar with a piece of cheesecake That is my all time favorite dessert. I succumbed. But we did do a lot of walking, and I found some great bargains I got a London Fog wool winter coat (orig $120) for $45. I got two light-weight jackets (orig $60 each) for $3.99 and $5.99, and I got a black blazer (orig $200) for $19.99. I was happyI did snack all weekend, but other than one forage into my hubby mountain trail mix (I love those M&M's), I stuck to protein bars, baked chips and tropical fruit trail mix. At a Mexican restaurant, I had a "light" enchalada. It was made with low fat cheese, fat free sour cream, etc. and I only ordered 1. At the "Olive Garden", another favorite of mine, I ate salad with 2 bread sticks and had the chicken garandino (sp) for my entree. It was marked as a "light" item and I only ate half. When I got home I found that 1/2 the entree was 305 cal., 6 pro, 9 fat and 4 fiber. Once when the hubby wanted to eat at an A&W Rootbeer (mostly burgers with cheese and bacon, served with fries), I asked him to take me to Subway for a turkey on wheat with vinegar. So, I enjoyed some foods I shouldn't have, but made better choices on some of the meals. The problem seemed to be that after having all those carbs, I really had trouble getting back on track this past week. It's been a real struggle. My calories have been high, and I didn't keep track on Friday night when we went to Pizza Hut (I had chicken and veggies on my half), or Saturday or Sunday. I did get the rest of the staining done on the house, however. And I also got the touch ups done too (I finished one night in the dark and missed a bunch). I had a bunch of tomatoes ripe, so I made a big batch of veggie chili and added some 99% lean ground turkey to it. It is so yummy! And I tried Mountain Mike's recipe for Gazpacho. Being the hubby was busy, I got to do the 8 hours of lawn mowing by myself...and the highest temp I heard on the radio that day was 57 degrees. Do shivering and goosebumps burn calories? For the birthday party at my brothers on Sunday, I made two low fat veggie salads and also brought a bowl of watermelon. However I did succumb to cake and ice cream . Like I said, it's not been a good 10 days or so.On the light side, my hubby got a real kick out of me calling him to my rescue on Saturday, after I got the lawnmower stuck in the corn field behind our house! He even had to take a picture! At least he wasn't mad at me So, today I am back on track. I've had 4 of my meals so far and am at 1184 cal, 107.3 protein, 24.9 g fat, and 34.5 g fiber. I'll fill in my totals tomorrow. As I think back through the last 10 days, when I had so much trouble with control.....I realized that during that same period of time, I didn't post in CPH, in my diary. DO I GET THE CONNECTION DID THE LIGHT GO ON I read a few posts (unfortunately Ball's was one of them), but never had enough time to post myself. It's time that I made time for that again. Hisgal |
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Monday, Sept. 11 calories-1730 protein-33.7% fat-17.3% carbs-49.0% fiber-54.3 grams Meal 1-Slimbody protein shake, 1 C. strawberries Meal 2-1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 whole grain pita w/ 1 Tbsp fat free cream cheese, and 1 Tbsp. sugar free orange marmalade Meal 3-Turkey sandwich on whole grain bread, 2 slices bacon, veggie salad Meal 4-Kashi Go-Lean bar, 2 serv cole slaw mix, 2 Tbsp low fat sesame ginger drsg, 2 grilled chicken strips Meal 5-1 c. veggie soup, 4 scoops veggie chili w/turkey, 2 slices lite whole grain toast, with 2 tsp. light Smart Balance spread. I was cold and hungry by the time I got home (worked until 7:00). I really overate on the soup....but if the restaurant had left the bacon off my sandwich like they were suppose to at lunch of If I'd had the strength to resist it (period time-craving salt ), I would have been closer to 1600 calories.I wasn't brave enough to get on the scale after the weekend. Thursday will be soon enough to see the damage, and by then I will really be retaining water. Oh who knows, at my age, it's doing strange things every month...maybe it won't be here yet? My pants are feeling looser than they did when we got back from IA. I was up 1.8 lbs after that weekend. Hope that will be gone this week! I am glad we are getting cooler weather. I'm not a hot weather person! Tomorrow is suppose to be 70's again, so I should get the paint brush out and start on the painting part of the exterior of the house. Hubby got shifted to evening hours today. At least he had that option, instead of getting laid off....work has been slow at his job. God has been so good to keep him working when other have gotten laid off! Such blessings He gives!! |
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I can't believe almost a week has gone by since I've posted. Oh, life is so busy. I've had good days and bad days.... Tuesday, Sept. 12 calories-1461 protein-30.9% fat-15.0% carbs-54.1% fiber-46.3 grams Meal 1-Slimbody strawberry protein shake, 1 c. frozen strawberries (yumm-tastes like a strawberry malt) Meal 2 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp. fat free cream cheese, and 1 T. sugar free orange marmalade Meal 3 1/2 turkey sandwich on whole grain bread, with onion, lettuce, tomato and mustard, overnight veggie salad (homemade) and 1/4 bag of mini carrots Meal 4 Kashi Go Lean protein bar, 1 bowl of Mountain Mike's gazpaucho soup (from recipe section), other 1/2 of turkey sandwich Meal 5 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 1 serving of cole slaw with 1 Tbsp. l.f. sesame ginger dressing, 2 ladels of homemade veggie chili w/ 99% lean turkey, 1 slice 100% whole wheat bread w. 1 tsp Smart Balance Light spread, single serve Orville Redenbachers Smart Pop popcorn Wednesday, Sept. 13 Calories-1562 protein-36.1% fat-17.9% carbs-46% fiber-38.9 grams Meal 1-Breakfast burrito (scrambled Egg Beaters w/ sauteed onion and mushrooms, topped with 1 slice 2% cheese and 2 Tbsp salsa on whole grain wrap) Meal 2-Slimbody chocolate protein shake, 1/2 whole grain pita with fat free cream cheese and sugar free marmalade Meal 3-Subway Turkey breast on wheat, overnight veggie salad, 1 bag baked chips, 1 slice pepper jack cheese on sub Meal 4- Mountain Mike's gazpaucho soup, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 2 ladels of homemade veggie chili with lean turkey Meal 5-2 servings of green beans, 2 grilled salmon fillets, 1 tsp Smart Balance Light spread Thursday, Sept. 14 calories-1644 protein-32.6% fat-17.6% carbs-49.8% fiber-52 grams Meal 1-Egg beaters sandwich (egg beaters scrambled with sauteed onions and mushrooms, topped with 1 slice 2% cheese on 2 slices of Sara Lee Delightful 100% whole wheat bread) 8 oz. V-8 Meal 2-EAS Chocolate protein drink, Nevd protein bar, mixed fruit (pears, peaches, apple) Meal 3-Subway turkey breast wrap, lettuce salad, 3 Tbsp fat free raspberry vinegrette, 1/4 bag of mini carrots Meal 4- 1 1/2 serv. baked chips, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, EAS chocolate protein drink Meal 5-4 ladels of veggie chili w/lean turkey, 2 slices toasted whole wheat bread Friday, Sept. 15 calories-1849 protein-28.4% fat-15.4% carbs-56.2% fiber-41.7 grams Meal 1-3/4 c. (measured uncooked) old fashioned oatmeal, 1/4 oz. walnuts, 1 small banana, 8 oz. V-8, EAS Chocolate protein drink Meal 2-Nevd protein bar, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 pita w/ crm cheese & marm Meal 3-Deli turkey sandwich, (turkey, whole grain bread, onion, lettuce, tomato, dill pickle, mustard), 1 oz. baked potato chips Meal 4-1 cup 1% cottage cheese, 2 slices ww toast with 2 tsp. natural peanut butter, 1 medium apple Meal 5-2 fat free hot dogs on 2 light wheat buns with mustard and onions Remember, any of you reading this, that I was painting house after work on Wed, Thurs and Friday nights until dark and came in very tired. I am impressed with myself, that I didn't skip a meal. I sure didn't have much energy to make what I did. Saturday and Sunday I didn't keep track. On Saturday, the first 2 meals were on plan. Then I went to a bridal shower with lots of calories However, I filled half my plate with raw veggies, dill pickles and olives. The other half got a spoonful of chicken/wild rice salad and a small piece of fruit pizza. I avoided the trail mix, the little weiners in BBQ sauce, the apple crisp and the gooey chocolate pudding/cool whip dessert. I brought my own bottle of water and avoided the punch too. However, when I got home I lost it eventually. I started out weighing the baked chips, then some 100% whole grain wheat thins with salsa and fat free cream cheese. When my hubby finally got home, he ran down to a local campground, with a bar and grill, and got 2 burgers and an order of fries. I had about 8-10 fries out of a huge pile, along with my burger.Sunday was worse...we celebrated my hubby's b-day with the kids. He wanted chicken (local restaurant, but KFC style) and mashed potatoes and gravy ( cut up a watermelon, too) I also picked up a DQ Blizzard cake. Was that ever good ! I also nibbled on baked chips, homemade trail mix (with roasted peanuts and dark chocolate M&M's), and baked tostito chips with salsa.So, today is Monday and a new day. My hubby is still on nights (3-midnight) and will be coming home with a bag of my most favorite apples in the world. My daughter picked them up for me, but forgot to bring them yesterday. Have you ever had Honeycrisp apples? They are absolutely the best, hands down no competition I have 4 meals in so far (am working late tonight) for a total of 1145 calories. That should leave me enough for a big bowl of my veggie chili. I just love that stuff....especially on a cold, rainy day like today. I need to get busy and get my freezer full of the stuff while the tomatoes are good.I spent Wed., Thurs and Friday nights after work painting the outside of my house. I have an hour or so left at a height I can easily reach. Then all that is left will take more than an 8 ft. step ladder. I don't like heights, and I don't like doing it when home alone! Will have to see what I can get done when this rain stops and the sun comes out. I have to start working on my positive thinking again....giving myself a self hypnosis type boost. I need to know I can stick with this and accomplish my goals. I will do this! I will reach my goals! Last edited on 20 September 2006 03:26 am by Hisgal |
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Honeycrisp apples better than Pink Lady apples?? Well then those must be some pretty tasty apples! How honest you are to write down all of your successes and not so successes so matter-of-factly! I know you have it in you to keep moving forward! |
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Oh yeah! Better than Pink Lady's....we have those in the grocery stores here. I think Honey Crisps were developed in MN. You get those fresh from the orchards and you can hardly wait until you are in your car to bite into one. I've got one along today, that I'll split between my second meal and third meal. I can hardly wait! (You can buy them at the grocery stores too, while in season, but there is something about an orchard fresh apple that just can't be beat |
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Monday, Sept. 18 calories-1555 protein-33.3% fat-11.2% carbs-55.5% fiber-48.5 grams Meal 1-Slimbody Strawberry shake with 1 cup frozen strawberries Meal 2- 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 1/2 whole grain pita with fat free cream cheese and sugar free orange marmalade Meal 3- 1/2 deli turkey sandwich, 2 servings cole slaw mix with 2 Tbsp. Newman's low fat sesame ginger drsg., 1 Be Powered Protein bar Meal 4- other 1/2 deli turkey sandwich, 1/4 bag mini carrots, 1 can Tomato Soup to Go, EAS chocolate protein shake Meal 5-4 ladels of veggie chili with lean turkey, 2 slices whole grain bread I know that to bring my carbs down, I should increase my fat percentages. I am usually plenty low, so I could do that. It just seems to go against the grain, for some reason. I am so used to eating low-fat and watching my fat intake, that it's going to take some thinking to do this (without grabbing a bag of Doritoes or slathering butter on my toast again.) Maybe the best way to do this is with nuts...walnuts are high in Omega's....I've got natural peanut butter in the refrigerator.....I've been using a fat-free Promise Light, I could go back to Smart Balance Light? I should also cut back on the whole grains. With being so busy every day last week, I stopped for sandwiches every day for lunch. Of course, the squash is ready now....mmmmm . I think that starch will have to stay for a while.One thing that should help get me going again, is that Curves is having another weight loss challenge. It is for the month of October. I must weigh and measure by Sept 29 and then again by Nov. 3??? Maybe a little competition will help me stay focused. It's one thing to step on my scale by myself, but quite another to have someone else weigh you and wrap that tape measure around your body. I can't believe we are talking October already....soon the Holidays will be here with their own challenges. Of course, by then I will be grandma again....can't wait for that! Today is going good so far.....4 meals done, 1 to go. Calories so far 1115, but fat and protein are a little low. Time to go plan Meal 5 to rectify that. That must mean that I have enough calories left for another one of those delicious Honey Crisp applesLast edited on 20 September 2006 04:06 am by Hisgal |
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Tuesday, Sept. 19 calories-1675 protein-34.9% fat-11.5% carbs-53.6% fiber-52.4 grams Meal 1 - Egg Beaters scrambled with mushroom and onion, 1 slice whole wheat bread, 8 oz. V-8 juice (155 cal-28.4% pro-2.9% fat-68.7% carbs) Meal 2 - 1/2 whole grain pita, ff cream cheese, sf marmalade, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 lg. Honey Crisp apple (238 cal-31.1% pro-10.4% fat-58.5% carbs)Meal 3 - Lg. salad (lettuce mix, cole slaw mix, onion, green and orange pepper), 3 Tbsp. lf raspberry vinegrette drsg, 1/2 can black beans, 1/2 lg apple , 1 c. sliced raw mushrooms, "B Powered" protein bar (503 calories-22.8% pro-15.0% fat-62.2% carbs)Meal 4 - 2 serv cole slaw mix, 2 Tbsp l.f. sesame ginger drsg., 2 grilled chicken strips, 1/4 bag of mini carrots (219 calories-49.7% pro-8.2% fat-42.1% carbs) Meal 5 - 2 cod fillets, 2 servings green beans, 2 slices whole wheat toast w/ 2 tsp natural peanut butter, 1 Lg apple , 1 fat free yogurt (vanilla to dip apple in-yummm) (560 calories-43.4% pro-12.5% fat-44.1% carbs)Wednesday, Sept. 20 Calories-1640 protein-30.5% fat-18.4% carbs-51.1% fiber-50.7 grams Meal 1- cooked oatmeal (1/2 c. dry), 1/4 oz. walnuts, 1 sm. banana, 8 oz. V-8 juice, EAS chocolate protein drink (441 calories-30.0% pro-21.9% fat-48.1% carbs) Meal 2 - 1/2 pita w/cream cheese & org marm, 1/2 lg apple , 1/2 c. cottage cheese (238 calories-31.1% pro-10.4% fat-58.5% carbs)Meal 3 - lg salad w/ lf raspberry vinegrette, 1/2 can black beans, 1/2 lg apple , 1 grilled chicken strip (388 calories-26.3% pro-13.8% fat-59.9% carbs)Meal 4 - EAS Choc. protein drink, 2 slices whole wheat toast w/2 tsp. natural p. butter, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese (350 calories-40.8% pro-27.8% fat-31.4% carbs) Meal 5 - 1 c. baked squash, chocolate Slimbody protein shake (223 calories-37.7% pro-12.9% fat-49.4% carbs) Wed. night I was too tired to cook! I painted until I couldn't do anymore without a BIG ladder. It was still daylight, so I went to start cleaning out the garden. I got all my onions dug, and my tomatoes picked, and the old veggies pulled out and thrown in the woods. Yeah! That leaves me 3 tomato plants and 2 pepper plants. Summer is about done, that's for sure! Good thing I'd stuck some squash in the oven to bake before I started painting. I also got 3 loads of laundry done last night after work. No wonder I feel like I'm dragging tonight! Just about done with printing reports at work, it's 7:15 and time to go home. Oh, I almost forgot.....this was weigh in day. I was down 2.4 pounds....which puts me at 162 again. I have been yo-yoing back and forth since the end of June. I am seriously thinking of going back to the Weight Loss for Idiots diet for a few weeks, to shake my body up with a different combination of foods, and then come back to BFFM. I need to budge off this plateau and get into the 150's. I just have so many things that need to get done, that I can't take the time for extra exercise right now, (does that sound like excuses????). I've got to figure something out....I don't like not making progress. But the house has to be painted, the lawn mowed, lots of lawn worked up and re-seeded, the flower beds cleaned out, and many trailers of wood cut and split before winter to heat my house. Sounds like exercise, doesn't it |
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Thursday, Sept. 21 calories-1653 protein-28.9% fat-12.5% carbs-58.6% fiber-53.6 grams Meal 1 - egg beaters, scrambled with mushrooms and onions, 1 slice whole wheat toast, 8 oz. V-8 juice (cal-155, pro-28.4%, fat-2.9%, carbs 68.7%) Meal 2 - Nevd protein bar, 1 large apple , fat free vanilla yogurt, EAC chocolate protein drink (cal-356, pro-31.6%, fat-12.9%, carbs-55.5%)Meal 3 - salad (romaine, cole slaw mix, onions, green & orange peppers), 1/2 can black beans, 1/2 lg. apple , 1 skinless grilled chicken strip, 1/2 Be Powered protein bar, 1/4 bag mini carrots (cal-507, pro-26.2%, fat-12.8%, carbs-61%)Meal 4 - 3 servings cole slaw mix, 2 chicken strips, 4 Tbsp. low fat sesame ginger drsg., 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/2 lg apple (cal-375, pro-41.6%, fat-12.6%, carbs-45.8)Meal 5 - 1 bag Orville Redenbacher's Smart Pop popcorn (cal-260, pro-12.3%, fat-17.3%, carbs-70.4%) Yes, that is a bag of popcorn for my last meal. I worked late 3 nights out of 4 this week, and the other one was spent painting house, cleaning garden and doing laundry. I was just beat when I got home around 8:00 p.m. last night. The only other thing I maybe could have managed was peanut butter toast! But that would leave dirty dishes to do, so I opted for the popcorn. I got the book, "Body For Life for Women". I need a "dummies" book for strengthening exercises. I thought maybe I could follow the pictures in my new book, and hit some of my problems areas a little harder. These thunder thighs really need some help! I just know that I need to do some changing up here and get jump started again. I went to Curves 5 times this week, and I know I need to add in more cardio. We've had such rainy, cool weather lately that I haven't been doing my walking. I'm doing pretty good at keeping to my calorie intake, but other than Curves, my activity needs some help. The other problem is finding the time to do it. I've got some thinking to do..... On the bright side, tonight is going to be a planned "cheat meal", and I've chosen a Papa Murphy's De-Lite pizza. Mmmmm! Then tomorrow morning, I'm going to make a big crockpot of veggie chili, maybe 2 over the weekend, and get some in the freezer for quick meals. Have a great weekend everybody |
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I just started reading your diary - and I wanted to say hi! I've also read 'Body for Life for Women' (loved it!) and also the original 'Body for Life' by Bill Phillips (a little too strict for me). If you're interested there really is a for dummies book on strengthening exercises called 'Weight Training for Dummies'; it's been years since I've read it but it was really informative. You'd think with all the books I've read I would be alot closer to my goal weight by now!! Enjoy that cheat meal - I'll live vicariously through you tonight! The veggie chili in the crockpot sounds like a great idea; is it your own recipe? I'm a huge crockpot fan; the idea of tossing everything in and having dinner ready by a certain time in the evening is a great thing!Sandy |
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Hi Scoobees! Cool name.....I love that dog too....and Shaggy....and the gang! I got a DVD with my Body for Life for Women book. It has cardio, upper body workout, and lower body workout on it. I was going to start this morning, but unfortunately, I pulled something out in my hip this weekend (slipping in the mud) and am having trouble just lifting my leg to walk and go up steps. Will see my chiro tomorrow morning, then give it a go later in the week. I checked out the lifting/toning exercises in the back of the book, but the first ones I saw all seem to need a bench. Not sure what to do now....have to finish the book first, I guess. I've got 2 cats (lap cats) that jump up and want to cuddle every time I sit down to read .I did enjoy my "cheat" meals this weekend, but they got out of control. That's why I like to have them at night. Seems certain carbs just get me eating out of control It so frustrating! I had pizza on Friday night....then ended up finishing off some trail mix that's been sitting around the house for a while. The good news is that I got back on plan Saturday morning. My cheat meal on Saturday night was at a wiener roast at church. I made 4 pans of bars on Saturday morning, and chopped veggies for a double batch of crockpot veggie chili. I was beat by the time we got to church to help cut and burn 4-5 large brush piles (we are building-these were trees that had been cleared for the building). Well, I didn't snitch anything all day....stayed right on plan. But, once those hot dogs were down inside me, I couldn't stop with the chips (baked, of course) or the bars. I nibbled all night long! They were so good. I can understand the principal of having 1-2 cheat meals, and not feeling guilty. But, I ate so many bars, I needed to feel guilty! The good news is that once again, I got right back on plan on Sunday morning.Scoobees, the recipe I use for the crockpot chili is in the recipes section of this forum. I first found it last winter, when I was eating "Eat to Live" and very little animal protein. The batches I made this fall, I have added browned, ground turkey (99% fat free). I could eat it every night for supper and never get sick of it. Look at the recipe....there are a lot of veggies in it! And it's so tasty Well, we actually got sunshine on Sunday, so my hubby finished painting the parts of the house that I couldn't reach with my 8 ft. ladder. Yeah! It's done! Or at least what I wanted to finish this fall. I want to repaint the window frames (they are suppose to be permanent, but have faded terribly) and there are 2 doors to do yet. But, I'd like to replace the one on the garage....it's splintered on the bottom and looks awful. The other one is a steel door, with attached rectangles (just ornamentation) that have cracked and fallen partly off. I want to remove the decorations, fill in the holes and repaint the entire door. That can all wait until spring when I can have the doors and windows open. Friday, Sept. 22-this was a day with a cheat meal, so I didn't total, but I had only three meals prior to my cheat, for a total of 901 calories. The cheat was a good one...I'm certain it was over what BFFM means for a cheat meal. We went into town and started with a Dairy Queen Blizzard (Buy one, get one free). Then shopped for groceries, and picked up a Papa Murphy's pizza. I topped it off later with some trail mix. Saturday, Sept. 23-another cheat meal day-very similar scenario....only had 3 meals prior to cheat meal for a total of 883 calories. Then had hot dogs roasted over an open fire, with light buns....then lots of chocolate fudge bars, peanut butter bars, Rice Krispie bars, and even a few low fat brownies. Oh, don't forget the baked potato chips and the baked Cheetos. Ugh! I felt miserable Sunday, Sept. 24-calories-1567 protein-34.3% fat-16.6% carbs-49.1% fiber-29.6 grams Monday, Sept. 25 I haven't had my last meal yet, but am planning the veggie chili with 2 slices of 100% whole wheat toast, so..........that would be 1722 calories. I'd been reading some more of the posts, and talk about RMR & BMR. I went to review the slip I had my range written on. I see my range is suppose to be between 1673 andn 1732 calories a day. I forgot that.....I'd been aiming for 1600. I guess it's good to review once in a while. |
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Monday, Sept. 25 calories-1757 protein-32% fat-11% carbs-57% fiber-60 gr. Well, I did go home and have the veggie chili last night....man I love that stuff! But, I decided to forgo the whole wheat toast and had a 100 calorie bag of popcorn instead.Tomorrow will have to be one of my cheat meals for lunch. My boss is taking us to a salad luncheon at her former church. There is a lot of variety, so maybe I can eat on plan. But, I'd have no way of knowing what is in the salads. If only they were labeled, if they used fat free dressings on them! I wanted to have a cheat meal on Friday night when our oldest daughter and the grandsons are coming to stay overnight, while my son-in-law is on a fishing trip. But, I am taking my mother-in-law to a play on Saturday late afternoon, with the other sisters-in-law. We are going out to eat after the play, and I wanted to have a cheat meal then too. I've got some decisions to make |
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Well, yesterday was the salad luncheon with the boss. I tried to pick salads with veggies or meat in them. But, I did have a dessert...a slice of pound cake, topped with whipped topping and liginberry (sp) sauce. Was that yummy! Not counting the luncheon: Calories-1153 protein-93 gr. fat-14.4 gr. fiber-33.2 gr. Thursday is my weigh in day: I was up 3 lbs to 165 Not what I expected at all! My work clothes are loose, so it's harder to judge with them....but, I wore 2 different pair of jeans....one over the weekend and one to a meeting last night. Both of them felt looser than they usually do, so I was so expecting to see a drop in the scale this morning.Maybe my body is getting too used to my eating plan, and I need to do something different for a few weeks and then go back to it? I think Monday might see some changes. Probably won't post until then...will be a busy weekend. Have a great one, everybody |
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Ahhhh, Monday! The famous day to "start over" on a "diet"! Certainly, I need a day to start over! Wed. and Thurs. were "fair", but Friday thru Sunday were a disaster! I guess I'd have to call it a binge, but looking back I realized that besides the trail mix and the peanut butter bars, the foods I ate weren't really that special that I should have wasted my time on them. If I'm going to binge, I should at least be eating really yummy foods! I got on the scale this morning and was up 6.4 pounds since Thursday's weigh in. I know a lot of that has to be water weight, as I didn't eat 22,400 calories over and above my normal. So, today I am coming down off of my carb "High". I hate these first couple of days back on plan.....there are so many cravings! It would be so easy to give in and cheat. I am feeling so tired today, and I'm sure that's the result of all those carbs this weekend. I can't wait to feel good again! I have decided to go back to the WL4I plan. I checked the website, and I can still generate menus from last years registration. I was on this plan from late June to the end of October 2005. I only lost 20 pounds, but at least it was a loss. I decided my body needed some changing up in my meals. This won't be easy at first, having been on Eat to Live and BFFM. But, I know it's really worked for me in the past, and I want to see if it will again. I will stay on it for 1 month, then I think I will go back to Eat to Live and cut down on the proteins. This diet seems to be rather high protein. I'm not too worried about that, as I always drink plenty of water. Then, I will go back to the BFFM plan. I'd like that to be my maintenance plan after I hit my goal weight. What a rollercoaster life is |
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Just had to let you know that HoneyCrisp Apples were on sale at my grocery store this week. I immediately thought of you and bought a couple. They were very tasty - crisp and sweet! I think they're a tie with Pink Ladies. I bet the ones you get are fresher though. |
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Well, Monday is over. I was down 4 lbs of water weight this morning. Yeah! I've been thinking over this WL4I diet plan (it is a diet, not a way of eating for life). But right now I'm into a quick fix....I need to break this plateau that I've been on for months...up 2 lbs....down 2 lbs.... It is nice to take a break from journaling everything I eat...very nice I could keep track, just out of curiosity, to see how many calories I'm eating this way. But, for now I'm going to just enjoy not having to take that notebook everywhere but the bathroom! When I look at the food choices I am given to eat on each day, and look at the pattern....it reminds me of something I read in BFFM. Tom Venuto lays out a pattern of eating that is suppose to be a guaranteed plateau buster. It's eating very low carbs for 3 days, then carb loading. I can kind of see that pattern here, then there are the last 3 days of the cycle when you can eat whatever you want. I am doing a low fat version of this diet plan....instead of eggs, I use Egg Beaters. If it says I can have bacon, I use turkey bacon....any sandwhich, I use whole grain bread, turkey, lettuce, tomato,onion, no mayo....tuna salad, I use fat free mayo.....ground turkey, I use 99% fat free....cottage cheese, I use 1%...etc. I think the reason I can follow this plan and it works for me to lose weight on it, is that there are very few breads, pastas etc. I lose best with those kept at a minimum...it's mostly protein, fruits, dairy and veggies. Although the plan is laid out with 4 meals....it says if you are really hungry, to eat a piece of fruit. Being I eat breakfast between 7-8:00 and don't get to lunch until 1:30-2:00, I have been having an apple or portion of it around 10:30-11:00. I don't want to go too long between "meals". Then the next meal at 5:00-5:30 and the last around 8:00-8:30. We are having an office lunch meal on Thursday, where they are grilling hot dogs and brats, potato salad, and apple crisp for dessert. So, being I have ground turkey on my menu selection, I bought turkey brats and raw apples. The same plan for Saturday night, for my niece's bachelorette party. I will bring turkey brats to grill, with a light wheat bun. I volunteered to bring a veggie tray and fresh apples. I am allowed wine on the diet plan, so I will bring 1 or 2 individual bottles of merlot and several bottles of water. I should be OK with that. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Trimblebe, I bet that's why I think Honey Crisps are the best.....I stop at the orchard and buy them fresh....never too many at a time either....so I can go back and get more that are fresh. The Pink Ladies I have eaten are from the grocery store. I've never seen them at the orchard stands around here. Do you know where they are grown? I read a sign at the orchard last week, that said they were trying to pass a bill to make the Honey Crisp the "official" Minnesota Apple . I guess it was developed here.I wish the other fruit in the grocery stores looked as fresh as the apples I've been buying! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, this way of eating sure has gotten rid of the water weight! I am down 7 lbs since Monday morning's weigh-in! My rings are just twirling around my fingers...kind of irritating at work. I am finding this is just as easy to stay on plan as it was the first time. I am satisfied and the foods are so easy to prepare. Monday, Oct 2-Egg beaters scrambled with onions and mushrooms, 2 slices of turkey bacon......turkey sandwich w/lettuce, onion, tomato.....mixed nuts (I use raw)....tuna salad on a bed of lettuce Tuesday, Oct 3-oatmeal w/ walnuts.....grilled salmon fillets......cottage cheese.......turkey/veggie chili Wednesday, Oct 4-Egg beaters omelette with mushroom, onion & 2 slices turkey bacon....tuna salad on a bed of lettuce......raw pecans & almonds.....banana milk shake I am still at work, and will have the banana milk shake when I get home, but I am really still feeling very full. Maybe when I make the hubs supper, I will feel like eating too. |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Whoa! 7 pounds!!!!! That's absolutely incredible!! |
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Sugarfree New Member
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7 pounds!  |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yeah, I know ladies...it's hard to believe This morning's weigh-in showed down 8.4 lbs from Monday morning! Now, you have to remember that I ate a lot of salty junk over the weekend, and was up 6.4 lbs from last Thursday to Monday! So, there is a lot of water weight that came off! On the other side of the coin, that does put me down 2 lbs. from last Thursday's weigh-in. That used to be my regular day to weigh. Now that I've started the WL4I, I will record my weigh-in's on Monday's. Everyone starts that diet on a Monday, because then the final 3 days of the cycle (which are your days to eat whatever you want) land on a Friday, Saturday, Sunday. I know that the plateau breaking tip in BFFM, from Tom Venuto, which this diet reminds me of.....said that some people might drop weight too fast using this method, and might have to have a higher carb day every 2-3 days instead of on the 4th day. I am adding a couple of light wheat buns to the menu today. We are having an office grill out....so I brought some turkey brats and light wheat buns (my menu just lists ground turkey-which you can prepare with veggies-you know add onions, peppers, tomatoes-very yummy that way) and the diet says if you are really hungry between meals to have a piece of fruit. So, instead of eating full fat brats, on white buns, with baked beans, potato salad, and apple crisp.......my plan is to have 2 turkey brats on light wheat buns, with the fruit leftover from my "mixed fruit plate" from breakfast....apple, peach & pear slices. I know I won't continue losing like this, and I really believe good sensible eating is the long term way to go. But, I've been stuck and needed something to shock my body into letting go of some of these pounds. I need to break the 160's and see those wonderful 150's on my scale. Hopefully, this will be the boost I needed. |
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wow! that is so awesome! sounds like you have a great plan for tackeling the picnic. those 150s can't be too far away! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Zen! I did it! I took my pre-cooked turkey brats out to the grill, and Bob grilled them for me, and made sure no one else got them I had to smile, as I put the sauerkraut on them, one of the other ladies said, "Oh I did know there were wheat buns". I told her there weren't, I'd brought my own. She sounded disappointed. Why does everybody just buy white buns? Many people seem to like the wheat ones. And I cut up my leftover apple and peach (I forgot I ate the whole pear for breakfast). I had a few dill pickles and green olives, but left the other stuff alone. But, I swear I can tell that I had bread for lunch, even if it was light wheat, no fats. It's only 3:00 and I am hungry again. I'm sure it doesn't help that my breakfast this morning was a mixed fruit plate. TOO MANY CARBS They are always my downfall! Of course, the leftovers are still sitting here for tomorrow. But, not for me....I am heading to Curves over the lunch hour |
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Well, the scale is the same this morning....I didn't really expect a drop, being I added the 2 light wheat buns and extra fruit yesterday....but I was really glad it didn't do any damage. I also thought that maybe the dill pickles, green olives and a little sauerkraut might have me retaining water. Thursday, Oct. 5- Meal one-mixed fruit plate of apple, peach and pear....Meal 2 was 2 grilled turkey brats on light wheat buns w/sauerkraut, apple, peach, dill pickles and olives....Meal 3 was cottage cheese.....Meal 4 was an orange and pineapple smoothie Friday, Oct.6- Meal 1 tuna salad made with fat free mayo on a bed of romaine....Meal 2 was 99% fat free ground turkey with tomato, onion, orange pepper, and garlic....Meal 3 was fire roasted veggies from Schwan's....Meal 4 was 100% whole wheat spaghetti with vegetarian spaghetti sauce. Today was on plan, but tomorrow's the bachelorette party |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I DID IT!!!! I survived the bachelorette party on Saturday night. The meal I had left to eat was ground turkey....I subbed turkey brats, with light wheat buns (like at the office party on Thursday) and filled the meal in with apple slices and an array of raw veggies (I asked if I could bring both). I brought my 2 individual serving bottles of merlot and drank both of them, followed by 3 bottles of water. I watched the others downing the cheeseburgers, hot dogs (both on white buns ), baked beans, tostitoes and cheese dip, Doritoes, trail mix, 6 or more different kinds of bars and cookies. Then there were all the empty beer bottles, Smirnof, etc. And the mother of the bride talking of how she needs to lose weight, because she bought her dress months ago, too small, because she was going to lose weight! ( 3 weeks left until wedding)I felt so good as I left the party this morning, because I had maintained control over my food choices. I didn't get on the scale this morning, because of the 2 buns, and the fact that I've lost the water weight and more so quickly this past week. But, I am going to check it Monday morning, as that will be the end of a full week on this crazy WL4I plan. Saturday, Oct 7- Meal 1-cottage cheese......Meal 2 - 3 small grilled cod fillets.....Meal 3-romaine lettuce, #%@&!'t peppers, broccoli, cauliflower w/ fat free Italian....Meal 4 - 2 turkey brats on light wheat buns, 1 lg. apple sliced, and about 2 c. raw veggies (green, red, yellow, & orange peppers, mini-carrots, celery, broccoli, cauliflower) Sunday, Oct. 8-DAY OF FRUIT AND VEGGIES-ONLY 3 MEALS (1 FRUIT AND 2 VEGGIE)- Meal 1-banana, pear and apple (shared with daughter who stayed over after bachelorette party)....Meal 2-2 c. squash w/ fat free Promise spread, 3/4 c. raw cauliflower, 12 oz V-8 juice, and 4 lg radishes......Meal 3 - 3 to 4 cups of Fire Roast veggies (red potatoes, broccoli, green beans, onion, red peppers) I am topping the evening off with a glass of instant Lipton diet raspberry iced tea. It's good stuff |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Oh yeah, just thought I'd add that after my nap during the Vikings victory, I made the hubs a pan of apple crisp. I was going to go outside to finish cleaning out the garden and pull some of the annuals out. But, it started to rain. So, I came back in and made a pan of banana bars with sour cream frosting and baked a batch of M&M walnut cookies. AND I DIDN'T SNITCH A BIT OF IT |
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You totally desrve all two pins. I have first hand experience on how hard it is to prepere something you can not eat. When I binge, its mostly on something i prepared and didn't get to eat. Good job! Last edited on 9 October 2006 12:32 pm by Sugarfree |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Sugarfree It's the fresh warm cookies that are the hardest to resist...especially when my hubby is grabbing a couple off each pan I baked Today's weigh in, I was still at 162.....so that is 9.4 lbs from last Monday. I actually thought I might be down a little more, but then got my period this afternoon, so that would explain why not. So, hopefully some of that is fat loss and not all water weight gone.Monday, Oct. 9- Meal 1-tuna salad on romaine lettuce....Meal 2-ground turkey mixed with tomatoes, peppers, onions and garlic, a**orted raw veggies (I see I got bleeped last time I wrote that word )....Meal 3-100% whole wheat spaghetti pasta with vegetarian pasta sauce....Meal 4 - orange and pineapple smoothieSo, one day at a time.....someone put a bowl of mountain trail mix in the kitchen at work That is one of my all time weaknesses. I have to remember, only 3 days left on this cycle until I get my days off. I have to be really strong so I don't blow it all over the weekend and put the weight back on. |
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Can't believe it's Tuesday evening already. Almost ready to leave work....just one more report to finish printing. Yeah! Tuesday, October 10- Meal 1-cottage cheese and mixed fruit plate (apple, pear and grapes).....Meal 2- veggie chili and 2 turkey brats (no bun)......Meal 3-grilled salmon, 2-4 oz. pieces and raw veggies.....Meal 4-orange and pineapple smoothie (sure glad I have something a little sweet while my hubby downs the apple crisp and ice cream) No change in the scale, still 162.....but it did hesitate at 160.2 before settling at 162.0 Report's done....time to head home to the hubby and make him supper. |
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You are so strong to resist cookies. I don't dare bake. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, fruitloop, as long as I don't eat the first one....I will be OK My biggest downfall is the salty-crunchy stuff. And I made my hubby a promise several years back.....as long as he promises to watch his fat intake, (he has high cholesterol) I will promise to always have baked goods for his lunch. Now that may seem kind of contradictory, but if I didn't bake for him, he'd be buying the Oreos and Chips Ahoy's. I figure they are loaded with transfats. So, the trade-off is that he can have baked goods, but they have to be mine, so I know what's in them. I make him angel food cakes (no fat), and banana bars with applesauce instead of margarine, or when I bake cookies I make the ones that have whole oatmeal, or low-fat peanut butter, walnuts or pecans, raisins, whole grain cereal, etc. I just have to make sure I never take the first bite. I let him taste-test them So, today has gone OK. It's day 10....one more left until my 3 cheat days. (which I have to be careful to control, which won't be easy as it's that time of month )Wednesday, October 11- Meal 1-old fashioned oatmeal with 1/2 oz walnuts......Meal 2- cottage cheese with 1/2 apple.......Meal 3-Egg Beaters, scrambled with portabella mushrooms and onion, 4 slices of turkey bacon....Meal 4-banana milkshake. Still at 162....but maybe I have progessed, as my rings seemed tight this morning, even though my weight didn't change. So, maybe I lost weight, but am retaining water? A woman can hope |
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I commend you for being able to have cheat days. I am not strong enough to have any. I have a hard enough time trying not to cheat on my good days. With my personality if I had a cheat day it would turn into a cheat week and continue on from there. Keep up the good work. |
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Yeah.. I started allowing myself cheat days, and my weight loss basically stopped. Cheat days turned into cheat almost every day. Of course, I haven't gained it back either.. so maybe if I was where I wanted to be, cheat days would be OK. JM |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Thanks for the advice in my diary, Hisgal. I am considering having a cheat meal this evening - I am really scared though. Hubs is excited - it's been sooo long since we've had dinner out anywhere!! I told him I'd give him a call later this evening and let him know if I was up for it. Still deciding. When you plan your cheat meal day, do you keep to your usual routine throughout the day? Meaning - still excercise, watching what you eat at your other meals, etc? Treat it just like a regular day - but have whatever you want for dinner? Again, thanks for your help - I really appreciate it! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Scoobees, That is what I do....I stay on plan all day, maybe eat a little lighter. Then I have my cheat meal in the evening.....no guilt. And for breakfast the next day, I am back on plan. I set it up in my mind to be a one time thing, with no excuses to keep on cheating. Usually seems to work. |
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Thanks for your reply, Hisgal. All I can say is it was sort of like an experiment for me to see if it's something that I can handle - and unfortunately I can't. I was fine until the next morning, and I woke up wanting to cheat already. I pushed those thoughts from my mind all day long but I totally caved late yesterday evening. My hubs & I were up really late watching a movie - who knew 'King Kong' was 3 hours??? Not me! - and I lost the battle. Peanut butter cookies won. And so did bbq chips. Of course today I feel absolutely horrible about it all. And it will probably negate any weight loss I would have achieved this week. I guess I got my answer. I fell right back into those old habits. I don't think I will be trying a cheat meal again anytime soon; I am just not strong enough at this point. Last edited on 17 October 2006 02:47 am by Scoobees |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Scoobees, I do know that I get some cravings the morning after a cheat, too . They just aren't as intense, once I've slept on it. After having a 3 day cheat on the WL4I plan, I sure wanted the bread. That was the thing I ate the most of....it's my weakness. I ate whole wheat buns, whole wheat bread, whole wheat crackers, and baked Tostitoes scoops with salsa But, my mind was set that I was to be back on plan on Monday, and I stuck with it. There was a time I couldn't have done that!Actually, I didn't cheat like I thought I would. In the past, when I had a 3 day cheat on WL4I, I pigged out like crazy, for every meal. My weekend looked something like this:Friday-Meal 1-oatmeal with walnuts, craisins, and banana....Snack-apple .....Meal 2-turkey sandwich......Snack-Smart Pop popcorn and a handful of baked potato chips....daughter's Tastefully Simple party-brought my own whole wheat crackers for sampling dips and salsas, but sampled the apple cake, beer bread and almond cake with water to drink.....Meal 3-hubby wanted Denny's, and I had a beef Philly melt with hash brownsSaturday-Meal 1-oatmeal with walnuts and banana....Snack (we headed to the woods at this point for 5 1/2 hrs of cutting wood to heat our house)-1/2 c. cottage cheese and 1/2 apple.....Meal 2-grilled cheese sandwiches (2) and a bowl of tomato soup (I was starving and needed something quick before the grandkids got dropped off).......Snacks-dried fruit, apple slices, York peppermint pattie (one of the few candies I buy for my hubby-it's low fat ), whole wheat bun with natural peanut butter (2)....Meal 3-grilled chicken breast with mustard sauce & squash....Snack-apple crisp and light ice creamSunday-Meal 1-Fiber One cereal with 1% milk.....Snack-baked Tostitoes scoops with salsa........Meal 2-Frozen turkey and veggie dinner with a small whole grain loaf and Smart Balance Light spread.......Snack-(back in the woods, didn't take time to plan this time) dried fruit, 2 York peppermint patties, baked chips.....Meal 3-grilled cheeseburger (93% lean beef & 2% cheese slice) on whole wheat bun & squash....Snacks-baked Tostitoes and salsa, apple crisp and light ice cream.Not exactly a healthy weekend, but it wasn't never ending pizza, chips and chocolate either! I only drank water and about 3 cans of Minute Maid light lemonade, no pop or alcohol . Actually, I haven't had a can of pop (diet or otherwise) since the end of February. I really found that it caused me to have cravings, and I do much better without it.....and then it's no problem to get all the water I should have. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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How did it get to be Thursday already? I had 2 meetings on Monday night, got home after 10:00. Another meeting on Tuesday night, so I stayed and worked until it was time for that one. At least I was home before 9:00 that night. Wednesday I worked until 7:00, then headed home to give the hubby a haircut (weddings for the next 2 weekends and he was definitely shaggy!) and work on laundry and finding motel room for Fargo. We decided to drive as far as St. Cloud on Friday night already. Kind of make a weekend of it Sometimes you need to kick back and relax , and this is one of those times.So, the lowest I got on my first 11 day cycle of WL4I was to 162 on Friday morning, which was a drop of 9.4 lbs (mostly water, I'm sure). After my 3 days of eating what I wanted, I was up to 167.4 on Monday morning. I started a second cycle Monday, and am at 163 this morning. With a weekend away, and a wedding...I'm not expecting great results this time. But, I am going to keep plugging away. Next week my daughter and son-in-law fly home from CO, so am very excited about that. Unfortunately, food seems to always be part of family get-togethers and weddings. The time will go so fast....and they will be gone again. Soon, I will be Christmas shopping and getting a new grandchild and it will be 2007. Life goes by so fast! So, I better get this weight off before I die of old age...still overweight. |
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Well, I thought the weekend went pretty well until I got on the scale on Monday morning How is it that some people can overeat for a whole weekend or week even, and gain 1-2 pounds? I really think I did pretty well on Friday and Saturday, but Sunday was a bust.....and I went from 163 on Friday morning to 170.4 on Monday morning!! Friday I ate my first 3 on plan meals...the 4th was suppose to be cottage cheese. We stopped at Subway and I had a turkey breast on 9 grain bun, with cheese but only vinegar added for dressing. My only "snacking" on Friday night and Saturday, on the drive to Fargo was tropical fruit mix. Saturday, I had the motel continental breakfast. I chose a bagel with cream cheese, an orange and a banana. Oooops, I forgot we stopped at Pizza Hut for lunch. Supper before the wedding was an Arby's turkey Market Fresh, with mustard...no cheese, no mayo, no bacon. There were hor'deurves (sp??) for the reception. I took 4 cocktail weiner, 3 mini-meatballs, 2 chicken wings, a cocktail turkey bun, and assorted fruit and raw veggies. I did give in to a piece of cake It tasted like a raspberry jello cake. I drank 2 glasses of wine and lots of water. I got my hubby out on the dance floor almost constantly, so we could burn calories.Sunday was the motel breakfast again. Bagel & cream cheese and 1/2 an orange. For lunch my hubby wanted to stop at KFC-we did the buffet....because I had a few more choices that way. I took 1 piece of original chicken, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, green beans, a salad, and 2 biscuits with honey . I'm sure that meal was loaded with fat, at least in the piece of chicken and the biscuit. We stopped in Albertville and walked around an outdoor outlet mall for about 2 1/2 hours. The interstate was at a standstill when we were going to leave, so we stopped at a sports cafe to watch the end of the Vikings game and eat. I had half a Rachel, a few waffle fries, and a cup of chicken wild rice soup. I did snack on the hubby's trail mix on the drive from Alexandria to Albertville. It was that or fall asleep at the wheel going 75 mph! Gave me an easy excuse to nibble It was a 2 hour drive home from there, and after we got the van unpacked and some stuff put away, I had some baked Doritoes and salsa....not a lot of calories, but a lot of salt.So, not a great weekend, but in reality...it could have been a lot worse, and I could have done better. I guess the good thing is that I went right back on plan on Monday morning.....no messing around! I was down 2.6 this morning, and hope to be down some more tomorrow morning. I know I didn't eat enough calories to gain 7.4 actual pounds. But, I have to get serious and watch this really careful. Soon the holidays will be here and the temptations that come with them. I have a wedding to get through this weekend. And the kids, grandkids, son-in-laws will all be home from Thursday-Sunday, with a few meals eaten out. Not expecting progress there, just hoping to hold my own. Getting really tired of this constant battle.....hate that it's for a lifetime |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Down to 163.4 this morning...almost back to where I started last Friday morning. This is the end of this cycle....not sure what I'll do Monday. Might do one more cycle of WL4I, or go back to Eat to Live or BFFM. WL4I is easier, as I only have to prepare 4 meals, not 5. But the other two offer more variety in foods. And I'm satisfied with any of the 3 plans, no hunger or cravings....as long as I stay away from the breads and sweets Youngest daughter & hubby flew in from Denver this afternoon. Any of you out there that are enjoying the snow? I sure was relieved that they made it to the airport and their flight finally got out of there, about 2 1/2 hrs late. So glad to have her home, haven't seen her since early March and my son-in-law since Christmas last year. Will be a short trip for the wedding this weekend, but will treasure every moment I have with them. Lots of challenges this weekend. See you all on Monday |
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Whew! Another week gone by...where did it go? I know it flew by from Thurs-Sun. Suddenly it was time for my daughter & son-in-law to leave for the airport. Actually, the scale was only up to 164.2 Monday morning. We went out for lunch on Friday, had lasagne & cheesy biscuits, and snacks on Friday night. There was the wedding supper on Saturday. Then Sunday morning the whole family went out for a big breakfast before the daughter's flight left. We ended up going to Rochester to shop for anniversary gifts for Saturday, and went to eat at Macaroni Grill for the first time. It could have been a lot worse, but I think it helped that I dragged the hubby to the dance floor every time I could. We did a lot of moving around that night. This morning the scale was at 162. It was a little lower earlier in the week, but I cheated on Tuesday. I gave myself permission and enjoyed it. Seems when I do that, I don't have a problem getting back on plan. My boss always gives us a treat for Halloween....it's a huge apple covered with caramel, chocolate and pecans. Yeah it was good! Then I also gave myself permission to taste my favorite mini candy bars from the Halloween candy bowl. I have resisted at home and at work for the last several weeks that it's been around. Wednesday morning I was back on plan.I decided to go one more cycle of WL4I. It's just so easy to follow, if a little boring. Sometimes it repeats one of the food choices every day. I can see that the roll of fat above my waist (baby stretched skin??) is getting smaller. In fact, if I don't have on tight pants, I can wear my shirt tucked in with no roll hanging over at all! And my stomach is flatter....I'm sure it's because of the restricted breads on this diet. I know that they make everything on me pouch out! The last 2 days have been really cold...in the 30's for highs and I think they are talking teen's for lows tonight. And a strong wind that just bites! But, I've been really pleased to see that all my winter coats are loose on me. Still going to Curves faithfully. I signed up for the October challenge....combination of pounds and inches lost. I am supposed to get re-weighed and re-measured by next Monday. Hopefully, that will help to get me through the weekend. It's a rough one coming up....foodwise. Tastefully Simple party Friday night (we sample the salsas, drinks, soups and dessert mixes for sale)....anniversary dinner out on Saturday night (hubby's family-4 anniversaries...a 20th, 2-25th's and a 55th)....then on Sunday we are having a fund raising chili luncheon and auction at church. My strategy is to eat some good protein Friday night before the sampling.....stay on plan Saturday and make wise choices at the restaurant that night....and make a batch of veggie chili w/turkey to bring on Sunday....and skip the cinnamon rolls and bars. OH YEAH....limit the drinks on Sat. to maybe 2 glasses of red wine. Will report back on how I did and the results of the weigh in on Monday. Gotta stay strong.....have to step on the scale on Monday morning for the Challenge. |
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Hisgal, could you tell me some about Curves? I am considering joining the one here. Has it helped you a lot? What is this challenge that you are about to do? I don't really know what to ask, just anything you could think to tell me. Thank you so much! Oh, and your strategy for the weekend sounds great! I know you can do it! Thanks for posting in my diary, as well. clarinetgurl |
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Hi Hisgal - I am echoing what Clarinetgurl just asked. We have a couple of Curves locations nearby and I have been tempted a number of times to see what their program is all about. I hope you don't mind me asking a couple questions. Is it like a 30 min weight training circuit? Is it on your own, or performed in a group? Are there additional programs - or is it the same program for everyone? Do you advance? Is it expensive? Oops, I said only a couple questions LOL! Sorry. If you get the chance sometime, could you post maybe an overview? I really appreciate it! I really need to build more muscle...and it's sooo boring here at home. Thank you!!!!  |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks for asking about Curves. I absolutely love it I know it's not for everybody....but I just don't have tons of time to devote to cardio and resistance training. If I have time to do more, fine. But, I have just made it a habit to go during my lunch break. At least I know I am getting 30 minutes a day in. There is a circuit set up.....every other one is a recovery station, which is about a 3 foot woos square, with a rubber mat on top and cushioned feet underneath, that you can do whatever you want on. Some dance, some jog....you can do whatever you want on the recovery stations (usually something cardio-keep moving). In between each recovery station is a resistance machine. There are 13 machines available, my Curves only has 12 of them. A CD says "change stations now" every 30 seconds. So, as long as one of the 24 spots is open, you just jump in and start. You do the circuit 2 times around. 3 times during the 2 circuits, the recording says to check your heart rate-that way you can be sure you are keeping it in a fat burning mode. There is a chart on the wall, that shows what your 10 second count should be to stay in the fat burning range, for your age. There is a stretching area off to one side. I was told it is better to stretch after your workout, when your muscles are warmed up. You can stretch them out better. There is a chart on the wall, with suggested stretches. There is a joining fee of $150 and then a monthly fee. You must commit to 12 months. If you would like it automatically withdrawn from your checking account, you can set that up (my withdrawal is $30.89 a month). If not, I believe you are required to pay the whole year at once. When I joined, there was a special (they always have specials going on). A friend who belonged had them send me a card at Christmas, for 4 free weeks, starting anytime in the month of January....and 50% off the joining fee if I joined before the 4 weeks were up. In October, we just had the joining fee completely waived, if you could bring in proof of a mammogram (or pap smear, if you were under 40 yrs). In March, you can join for free, if you bring in a bag of groceries for the local food shelf. Each franchise does their own thing for that, so you'd have to check the one nearest you. There is a special going on most months. A few times a year, they offer nutrition classes. They also have their own diet plan and sell protein drink powders. Right now, we just finished up the October challenge you saw me write about. You could sign up before Oct. 1, and get weighed and measured. Then you had to weigh and measure again before Nov. 6th. The one who lost the most combined pounds and inches wins the challenge and gets a prize. There is usually another "challenge" shortly after Christmas. It's a good incentive to work a little harder to get the weight off and tone up. They have different little contests throughout the year, for incentives to attend faithfully. Like, if you worked out 12 times a month, during June, July & August....you qualified for a drawing, and if your name was drawn, the 4 ladies who work at my Curves ( I won this contest last year) came out to my house and cleaned for 1 hour. I couldn't believe the amount of cleaning the 5 of us got done in that hour! Like I said, each franchise is different, so these sort of things vary. Once you join, you can work out at any Curves, worldwide. When I visited my daughter & son-in-law in CO last year, I went to the Curves closest to our hotel. So, the circuit takes about 30 minutes to complete. You can go at your own pace. They suggest starting slowly, then push yourself, and the slow at the end to cool down. The intensity level is determined by you. I count the number of reps I do on each machine. Then I try to beat it! Some women never break a sweat....I come out of there dripping most days. I work it hard...why spend $30/month and not reap any benefits??? (I'm the one who is always asking for the ceiling fans to be turned on!) Scoobees, the thing I like about it is that even with my back and knee problems, I never feel any pain on the machines. I often come in there with tightness and pain from muscle spasms, but leave there with my muscles relaxed and feeling good. I worried about you last night, after I read that you have to take pain relievers to get through your workout. When something hurts, your body is trying to tell you something! I know I wouldn't like having to change weights on machines or waiting for others to get off the machines that I want to use. I just don't have that much extra time in my day....so this works so good for me. It only takes 30 minutes...45 if I take time to stretch....I don't have to wait for a machine, as everyone moves to the next machine/station at the same time....and the best part of it is the ladies (and the fact that it's only ladies). I have met some great new friends there and look forward to coming every day to chat with them as we work out. Some days we don't chat as much, but concentrate hard on the workout. They recommend every other day, but I do go Monday-Friday. I just really push it M-W-F and take it a little easier on T-TH. I live 12 miles out of town, so I don't come in on Saturday morning. They are open Sat. mornings and closed on Sundays. They do have a website, if you want to google it. Hope this has helped to explain what it's all about. |
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Thank you so much Hisgal for taking the time to explain all that about Curves! I really appreciate it. I keep tossing around the idea of rejoining the gym I used to go to back in the 90s; but it's gotten so expensive. I have weights, benches, etc here but I really miss all the leg machines at the gym. And I really like the fact that Curves is all female!! Maybe I could call one of the local Curves here and ask if I can visit. A year is a long committment, so I'd like to be sure LOL. That's great that they offer regular specials - I would love to take advantage of that!!Also, thank you for the note about my pain reliever dilemma. I am touched. Unfortunately I've had bad knees for years. When I lost that 93 pounds back in 1994-95 I was working out excessively at the gym; usually twice a day. I was way over 200 lbs and doing high impact aerobics classes. Needless to say, it all caught up with me pretty quickly. My knees, ankles, and feet took quite a beating. In the preceding years whenever I would restart an exercise regime - the knee pain would always return. I've had MRIs done, seen a good orthopedist, x-rays, etc and they said there's nothing physically wrong - just inflammation in the knee and overuse. And prescribed huge doses of Motrin, which I couldn't take as it killed my stomach. But, anyway, I figure it's the same problem again due to the high impact moves that I am silly enough to do in my Turbo Jam workouts. I don't HAVE to do them...but I do. That's when I started taking ibuprophen semi-regularly for about a week. Now I usually take 2 before bed...and sometimes when I wake up before work. I realize it's a bad habit. I just pray to get rid of the rest of these pounds before the old knees just plain give out LOL. Then I could cut back on the workouts and do some of them less intensely.But, seriously, thanks for you concern! And thanks for all your help with Curves. I'll let you know if I decide to join...maybe it could be an early Christmas gift to myself.  Last edited on 4 November 2006 02:25 am by Scoobees |
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Scoobees, If you keep your eyes open, you may be able to find a "trial time" at Curves. I know that Avon has a line of Curves wear and products, and periodically the representatives will give away coupons for a 2 week trial at Curves. And I think I've seen them in magazines sometimes too. Otherwise, definitely stop in at a Curves and talk to someone. They may offer a trial time too. If you know anyone who goes there, you can get a guest pass from them, too. I was so glad my friend had them send me the card for a free 4 weeks. Like you said, a year is a big committment, if you find it's something that doesn't work for you. I love seeing the definition in my arms and legs. My legs used to look like a blob when I sat down. Now the blob is just at the part touching the chair and the top part, you can see the muscle I used to have to grab the pew in front of me on Sundays, when it was time to stand during the service. Now, I can jump right up, no hands, and before anyone else is out of their seats! And the way those love handles are disappearing! I just love that it's a whole body workout, I don't have to think about which muscles I'm targeting.By the way, the owner of our franchise is a Weight Watchers leader. She puts up new recipes for us to take home each week. It's just a whole positive feel I think that's what I like so much. |
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Many dittos on what scoobees said! I can't wait to check it out! clarinetgurl |
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I will definitely be on the look out for a 'trial time'...or pop in and see if they offer one. That would be so fantastic to be able to try it out - even if it were just for those 2 weeks. That way I could really get a feel for the place. You were so lucky to get a 4 week pass!!! Gee...I ALMOST remember what it was like to see my leg muscles LOL!!! I do remember sitting on the leg extension machine at the gym - it faces the mirrors - and being able to actually see my leg muscles in action. It was awesome. I was so proud of my accomplishments. I would love to have that feeling again.Congrats on all your successes! That is soooo inspiring to me! I want to join NOW!  |
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I just had to check in quick this morning....I had my weigh and measure at Curves this morning. First I want to tell you how my challenging weekend went. I tasted minimum treats at the Tastefully Simple party on Friday night. Had one glass of wine-merlot. Saturday night out to eat, I asked for low cal or fat free drsg. and they said they didn't have any!!! I know I've gotten it there before. Then I asked about some vinegar, and they brought oil/vinegar in separate bottles. I ordered the grilled chicken breast, which came on a bed of brown and wild rice. I also got a potato with the meal (a little strange, being I had the rice???), but I chose a baked sweet potato, which came with a Tbsp of brown sugar. I ate part of it. I snacked on carrot sticks, celery sticks and a few olives while waiting for the salad, no white buns with butter, or bread sticks or crackers. I skipped the ice cream drinks everyone else ordered, and had another glass of merlot. I did have a slice of cake (they serve cakes-free of charge-if you are celebrating an occasion). Then I got my hubby out on the dance floor every chance I got. Sunday, I made a crockpot of veggie chili with lean ground turkey, and brought that to church for the chili luncheon. I did not have one of the huge, yummy cinnamon rolls or any bars. I went to the kitchen and got a glass of water instead of drinking the lemonade. So, my weigh in results this morning, from the end of September.............................. I was down 7.5 pounds and about 3.5 inches. I was so excited about the weight loss, I forget what the inches were, but I remember her telling me some of the measurements.I am going out to lunch today with my sister-in-laws, and I have decided I am having a grilled chicken breast and a salad. It's one of the meals choices on my WL4I plan for today, so I can stay right on plan. Just had to share............................. |
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Oh yeah.............my scale said 160.2 this morning So close to getting into the 150's. |
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WOW, great job! You must feel great. Good timing too... all the willpower you put into making your weekend of temptations a success, then you get some great results the very next day!! |
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Your right, Trimblebe! Having it pay off this morning kept me strong at lunch with my sisters-in-law this noon. Stayed right on plan Wearing those new size 10 pants to work last week was pretty awesome too |
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Got my period this morning........so, maybe I was actually down more than I thought? I usually go up at least 2 pounds the morning of. That's a happy thought. Lunch went great! The other 2 had the lunch buffet, and I was drooling over the croissant sandwich, broccoli soup and the cheese hanging off the pizza over the edge of their plates, while I waited for my lemon pepper chicken salad to come However, I am glad that I stuck by my choice! Tonight was suppose to be turkey for my 3rd meal, so I brought a bowl of turkey chili to eat. Still have to eat a fish fillet yet tonight. I see it's already after 8:00 p.m. I hope this report is done printing soon, so I can go home and crash.Kind of tired today, because I started this really good book yesterday afternoon. So, I missed my nap during the Vikings football game. I read until my eyes closed and I dropped the book on my kitty's head (she was curled up sleeping in my lap). It's the last book in the Redemption Series by Karen Kingsbury and Gary Smalley. The whole series has been awesome. I will be sad to say goodbye to the Baxter family at the end of this last book in the series. |
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Congrats Hisgal!!!! So you are either less than a half a pound away - or are there already - from the 150s!!!!!! You must be estatic! I read your post in my diary about the possibilty of me getting there first - not a chance! You probably beat me already LOL!! The 150s sound so wonderful - I can't wait to experience them right with you! Keep up your inspiring work! |
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Hisgal- Good choice napping during the Vikings--of course you would have to stay awake during the Bears!! I really wish I had your willpower when it came to food, especially when eating out!! I would not have had the strength to watch everyone else eat from the buffet while I waited for my "healthy" food. Great Job!! Maybe someday I will have that strength too. I will just keep getting inspired from your accomplishments and hope that someday they will rub off on me |
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You do have that willpower, Dondi, you just haven't discovered it yet. But, let me tell you this....I remember the times all too well, when I stuffed myself at a buffet. It's a mental thing.......you need to change your way of thinking about eating to be successful. You are doing the most awesome job of burning off the calories....I could never be that dedicated. But, I can go into tough and challenging situations, mentally prepared for them. I can think through what my possible choices may be.....and I am the only one who can make the decision to stuff my face or to make healthy choices. I AM THE ONE RESPONSIBLE.....NO ONE ELSE IS PUTTING THE FOOD IN MY MOUTH.... If I'd pigged out at lunch yesterday, it wouldn't have been my sisters-in-law fault. If I ate 3 cinnnamon rolls at the church chili lunch on Sunday, it wouldn't have been the fault of the ladies preparing the lunch.........IT WOULD HAVE BEEN MY FREE CHOICE TO DO THAT TO MY BODY.....AND IT WOULD BE MY FAULT IF MY WEIGHT WENT UP!!! I freely admit that I'm not always strong, but I know that God will give me the strength to resist, if I just ask. If I think I am the one doing it, I will fail.......because I am not perfect. I am strongest when I am weak, because then I am leaning on the God of all strength to get me through. |
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Well, another day almost gone and still right on plan. The thing I really love about this WL4I plan is that I can stay on it so well. But, I must admit to having a few more cravings today. That usually doesn't happen. Really cramping bad today though, so maybe it's just hormones? I hope so! Tomorrow is day 11 of cycle 3, so I have my cheat days ahead of me, and I don't want to blow it on those 3 days. A few challenges this weekend....hubby has his annual Veteran's Day dinner on Friday night (we always get the same meal-no surprises there, but not good food choices).....we will be going out to eat for my son-in-law's birthday. At least I will be able to choose my food for that one. I should know by Friday, when we are going and where, so I can begin the mental preparation. Really craving pizza, so maybe should stop at Papa Murphy's and get a veggie de-lite. At least it would be a healthier choice for pizza Don't want that to work on me until I binge on something else.....better work it into the plan. |
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Hi Hisgal - just checking in, I've missed reading your diary for a few days. I hope everything is going well! |
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Hi Scoobees! Thanks for checking on me. I've just been so busy that I haven't had time to post. I think I was caught up on reading the diaries on Friday, but then ran out of time. Wow! Haven't posted since last Wednesday??? I had my cheat weekend on WL4I, starting Friday. I was at 162 that morning I ate regular all day, then went to a Veteran's Day dinner (for Hubby). I had ham, cheesy scalloped potatoes, corn, wheat bun and white cake. Saturday I had oatmeal and 1/2 bagel w/fat free spread, grilled chicken breast & roast veggies, and then we went out for my son-in-law's b-day dinner. We waited 2 hrs to get seated (they told us it would be an hour) with my daughter, 8 1/2 mo. pregnant and the 3 & 5 yr. old grandson's!!! I was getting rather upset at the wait. Especially when they said they'd accidentally crossed us off the list, thinking we'd been seated already But they told us there was another party of 8 ahead of us on the list, that hadn't been seated either! This was at a Green Mill restaurant. They did give us 3 free appetizers for our table, but it still took us 2 hrs to eat-the food wasn't very fast! I had a sandwich with sliced steak, onions, portabellas, swiss cheese on a ciabatta bun and fresh fruit. Oh, and a glass of merlot. Sunday was a worse day....high fiber cereal and bagel for breakfast.....whole grain triscuits for a snack, canadian bacon/pineapple/mushroom pizza for lunch....whole wheat crackers, lowfat cream cheese and salsa for snack, and then a glass of wine and leftover pizza for dinner. Oh yeah, a York peppermint pattie and a frosted cookie for dessert. (Can you tell I was making up for low bread carbs???)Considering I baked 4 different kinds (multiple batches) of Christmas cookies this weekend and only ate 1 cookie, I think I did alright. I didn't have time to step on the scale Monday morning, and that's OK. With the salty stuff I had over the weekend, I probably don't want to know what it said. I found out today that I came in 3rd in my Curves October challenge First place winner lost a total of 12 1/4 lbs and inches, second place lost 11 1/4 and I lost 11. I got a new t-shirt and a coffee mug for a prize Then I promptly signed up for the Holiday weight maintenance challenge. You weigh in before Thanksgiving and after New Year's. If you gain weight, you pay $1 per pound (the donation goes to the local food shelf), if you lose, you get a ticket for every pound lost, which goes in a drawing for prizes. I figure that even if it does cost me something, at least it will make me think twice before I eat the really bad stuff over the holidays...I HOPE!So, I am back on my own version of Eat to Live and BFFM. It wasn't at all hard to make the change from WL4I. But, I am finding that after always having at least 2 1/2 hrs between meals on WL4I, I am not eating as often or as much food. Half of my salad is still sitting here from lunch, and I used to always finish off every bite last summer. Scoobees, I see I got a message that my Yoga Booty Ballet has finally been shipped. Estimated arrival is Nov. 20. I also ordered some books from Amazon at the same time, and they arrived on the 13th, and were estimated to arrive on the 18th. Hoping the DVD comes soon. Maybe it will get me motivated and I will actually lose weight over the holidays, while still being able to eat a few favorites? Will catch up on all the diaries eventually. Hope all is going well for everyone |
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Hi Hisgal - glad you made it back! What willpower - you made all those Christmas cookies and only ate one?! Outstanding! That is really neat that Curves offers such cool challenges. Congrats on the October one! What a great idea the Holiday weight management one is...it makes you think twice before indulging TOO much. Ohhh - I can't wait to hear about Yoga Booty Ballet!! I love trying all sorts of things just to keep exercise fresh; I don't want to get stuck in a rut - even with Turbo Jam. I may love doing it but I have to physically make myself do other things LOL! And you'll get it in plenty of time for the holidays! |
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Scoobees, my YBB arrived in yesterday's mail. No time to try it today, as I'm leaving early this morning to pick up my Mother-in-law to take her Christmas shopping. So gotta be outta here earlier than usual. I did read through the accompanying literature though. I was thinking of something to do early in the morning, and they recommend doing the YBB later in the day. I never have time then, so will try mornings and see how it goes. I made another batch of Christmas cookies last night, and didn't do so well with these. They were a brand new recipe, and didn't look quite right, so I tasted a few to check doughiness (sp) in the middle. They needed more baking time than the recipe said too. The good thing is that the food for the day was OK.....egg beaters, scrambled with portabellas and onions, 1 sl. light whole grain toast w/fat free spread and turkey bacon........1/2 salad with romaine, cole slaw mix, red & green peppers, onions, sugar snap peas, black beans, apple with low fat rasp vinegrette......tomato soup with 1 grilled cheese (2-45 cal. whole grain bread, 2% cheese slice, lightly buttered).....5 Christmas cookies (between the size of a quarter and silver dollar).....oh yeah, granola protein bar for snack Suppose I will have to start writing down my food again. Am going to try it without for a week or so and see how it goes. It was the thing I liked best about WL4I, the menu was all planned out and I didn't need to record my food. The thing is that I know all this stuff so well, I kind of do it in my head as I eat during the day. But I know how fast it can add up, if you aren't tracking it in black and white!! Maybe I'll not write down until after Thanksgiving. We will see........ |
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Well, these last 2 days haven't been the best for food. I suppose that means I will have to start carrying my trusty little notebook around again. But, I think I will wait until after Thanksgiving, and hope I don't do too much damage. Wednesday's food-Egg Beaters scrambled with onions and portabella's, 2 strips turkey bacon, and 1 slice whole wheat bread w/fat free spread..........lunch at Famous Dave's (Mmmmmmmmmmm!!) 1 glass merlot, smoked pork on ciabatta bread with a sassy mustard au jus dipping sauce, french fries (yes, I gave in and ordered some-at least they were scrumptious ones) and then my mother-in-law wanted to order bread pudding for dessert. The 3 of us shared it....I had a little less than 1/4 of the piece with about 1/4 c. ice cream..........tortilla chips with cheese and a diet lemonade (snack at Ruby Tuesday's while Christmas shopping).......2 oz reduced fat cheese with whole wheat crackers. Thursday's food-Slimbody protein shake with 1 c. strawberries and 1 banana.......wild rice chicken hot dish, lettuce salad w/ low fat drsg, 1 sl. whole wheat bread w/ butter and a small piece of white cake (co-worker's birthday party at the office).......protein bar & baby carrots..........wild rice chicken hot dish (working late tonight-heated leftovers) and 2 slices whole wheat bread. I seem to be on a carb (bread, rice, crackers) binge However, I am still only eating whole grain stuff Guess you could say I had 4 "meals" each day, just not balanced ones. I know it could be worse....instead of heating up some leftover hot dish, I could have cut a big piece of that leftover birthday cake sitting down there in the kitchen |
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Thursday night, after I got home from work, I had 100% whole grain crackers with low fat cream cheese and salsa, while the hubby ate dinner. Not very hungry, just wanted "something" I read a tip about being satisfied........that for our bodies to feel satisfied, you need to eat something salty, something bitter, something crunchy and something sweet. If you do that, you won't be looking for more to snack on....what do you think? Just thought of that now, as I was feeling not quite satisfied....and I was wanting "sweet". So, I just nibbled on a York Peppermint Pattie candy.....70 calories, 1 gram of fat. Friday's meals..........chocolate protein shake..........leftover wild rice chicken hot dish and lettuce salad at work, mini carrots.....granola bar.........Friday night fish fry. If you live in MN or WI you know what these are. SO I WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT I HAD A NSV (NON-SCALE VICTORY-Skipperdox's term) TONIGHT!!!! If you know what a Friday night fish fry is, you know that the common thread in all of them is that there is deep-fried fish, deep-fried chicken, french fries, and tonight's also included deep-fried shrimp. That's what most people eat there. We went with my in-law's and our son & fiancee. That's what they all ate! However, I had the baked fish fillets, baked potato with enough sour cream to taste, lettuce salad (I had to ask for low fat dressing), a small amount of baked beans and then my weakness.........pickled herring . I did not have any deep fried food.....or clam chowder........or salads loaded with mayonaise, or puddings/mousses! But, I was still craving something.......hence the peppermint pattie.....but only ONE of themI started watching Yoga Booty Ballet last night, but fell asleep before I got too far into it. It's after 10:30, but I've got a lot of laundry to do and need to go shopping for new evergreen garland and ribbon for decorating the church. I want to get that done tomorrow, hence laundry tonight.....maybe I can stay awake and watch some more of the DVD. Have a great weekend everybody...........I'm the deer hunting widow this weekend and next.........not literally, I hope.....but I don't see the hubby during daylight hours, and when he gets home from hunting, he's immediately asleep in his favorite recliner. Good thing I'm going shopping.......got the house cleaning done this morning, so I'm good to go. Maybe I can get a little more Christmas shopping done too? |
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Yay Hisgal. Congrats on the NSV! As a Buffalonian, from the home of chicken wings and beef on weck I am also very familiar with the Friday Fish Fry. Buffalo style fish fry consists of Fried beer-battered fish, french fries, cole slaw, and macaroni salad. And don't try to skimp on a molecule of any of those items. And the fish must be longer than the platter it's served on. There is also frequently bread or a rool with butter as well. That's not a requirement. I have to avoid it or at least ask for the broiled fish and substitute a baked potato for the fries. Sometimes they will let you trade a salad for the coleslaw, but it usually costs extra. And thank you for all the kind words and inspirational tidbits you have posted in my diary. They mean a lot! |
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Thanks for the inspiring words from you, too, Skipper. I just love reading these diaries on  , and interacting with everyoneI guess you do know what beer-batter deep fried foods are about also I did feel so good about my choices that evening! Unfortunately, I sabotaged them by the bad choices I made the rest of the weekend. I wonder if I can remember all of them, to report them here? I will try, as I have to acknowledge them, whether I am proud of them or notSaturday started out with a bagel and fat free spread for breakfast. I met my daughter and grandson's at Applebee's for lunch, and ordered off the WW menu. Then I started nibbling on my grandson's fries . My big downfall for the weekend was the bag of Bridge Mix that I picked up about 5:00, while shopping and getting hungry. I had never eaten Bridge Mix before, but for some reason, I was craving chocolate! I finished the whole bag myself, over the course of the two days For dinner that evening, we had a roast chicken (Sam's Club), with instant mashed potatoes and gravy. Sunday I had a bagel with ff spread for breakfast. I made lunch and brought to my in-laws for the deer hunters. I grilled chicken breasts, made cheesy potatoes with fat free sour cream, 98% fat free "cream of" soups, and 2% grated cheese, nuked frozen green beans with slivered almonds, onion and garlic, and wheat buns. I also made pumpkin pie bars and apple crisp. I had one piece of apple crisp with light ice cream. However, when my hubby left for an American Legion event in the evening, I ate left over cheesy potatoes and about 5 small wheat buns with reduced fat cheese on them, and the rest of the bridge mix Then before I went to bed, I had a molasses cookie.I felt so miserable last night........I wished I could have thrown up! My stomach just hurt from ALL THE #%@&! I ATE!!!!!! Why did I do that to myself? Thank goodness today is a new day....and I get to start over I scrambled Egg Beaters with onion and red and green peppers, a slice of 45 cal. wheat bread with fat free spread. I brought a huge salad, with 1/2 chicken breast for lunch, and plan on working late, so grabbed some leftover grilled Blue Hake fish to eat for dinner.Here's hoping that all of you had a weekend more in control than I did! And Wed. there's another office party after we decorate for Christmas and then there's Thanksgiving! |
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Well, time to report in. To yesterday's foods, I have to add 2 protein bars...one for a morning snack and one for an afternoon snack........I added a small apple to my salad at lunch...........and had low fat popcorn when I got home from work, about 7:30. Tuesday's foods: cottage cheese for breakfast.............protein bar for snack...........large salad-romaine, cole slaw mix, green and red peppers, onions, snap peas, pineapple and 1/2 chicken breast with low fat rasp. vinegrette drsg and mini carrots.........protein bar for snack........... Then I blew it........I ate until I was stuffed on: 4 slices 98% fat free turkey sandwich meat, 3-4 tbsp. fat free cream cheese, and too many whole grain crackers. I am not feeling like I am in control..........and the funny thing is, that as I read the diaries, there seems to be more people who are feeling that way. What is it? The cold weather? The holiday coming up and thoughts of all the forbidden foods? Or just that I am not writing things down and tracking my nutrients? Why can't I do this without writing down every single thing I eat? I know what to eat and what not to eat. I've gotten pretty good at knowing how many calories are in foods. Why can't I stop from eating so much, just because I'm not writing it down? I can't spend my entire life journaling my food intake OK, I'm done ranting........and I was down 2.4 lbs this morning from the 4.4 that I went up over the weekend I just want to survive Thanksgiving and get back on the wagon. Yes, I am going to eat over Thanksgiving......I am giving myself that day to get it out of my system. Why say that I am going to watch what I eat, when I know that as soon as I see my favorites, my will power will go right out the window? If I don't treat myself that day, I will just binge for the entire weekend, because I will feel deprived from Thanksgiving Day. So, I will eat for that day and then get back on track on Friday morning. Absolutely, no excuses!!! But, I decided that I am going to only eat my very favorite foods........why waste calories on things that are only so-so? So, I am picturing my plate being filled with only turkey, stuffing w/gravy, cranberry jello salad......then top it off with my low fat version of grasshopper pie, a cup of coffee and a few glasses of merlot. Oh yeah, don't forget the wheat buns Maybe I should bring my knitting along........it's hard to nibble with knitting needles in your hands, right??Tomorrow will be busy........I am starting off with a trip to Michaels (craft shop) to try to get my money back for some evergreen garland I bought on Saturday, that went on sale on Sunday. It's for the church, and I can get almost $60 back at the sale price! Then we decorate the office for Christmas and are having a party for lunch. I plan on leaving work early to get my groceries, and then home to bake my desserts. The only things that will not be low-fat are the turkey shaped, frosted & decorated, cut-out sugar cookies. I am making my pumpkin pies with low fat milk and the grasshopper pie with a low-fat brownie mix for the crust, and sugar-free pudding and fat free whipped topping for the filling. At least it should cut a few calories.......and most people won't know the difference. So, have a very Blessed Thanksgiving everyone.......and remember to give thanks to the one who gives it all to us! |
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Seemed to have a pretty out of control weekend The scale is up and I feel fat! Sure wish I could report Scoobee's or Skipper's numbers, but I am going the other direction and haven't felt on plan and in control for quite a while. However, I have had a good start today.....Egg Beaters w/ WW toast and FF spread for breakfast.....1/2 protein bar and 1/2 apple for snack.........romaine, gr. pepper, 1/2 apple, 1/2 can chickpeas, and chicken with low fat rasp. vinegrette, and mini carrots for lunch. I hate starting over, but am glad I know I can do it! I'm sure today and tomorrow will be tough after 4 days of eating so many carbs (wheat products). But I can do this....I just have to behave myself tomorrow yet. I am going to "Grandparents Day" in the morning......then Christmas shopping until the hubs is off work. I'll pick him up and we will continue with the shopping. The kids will be here for Christmas a week from Friday.........so much to do yet!!! |
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So Hisgal, you and I went the wrong way on the scale---no big deal---Let's just get back on the wagon and move it down the hill!!!! We only lost a little time and made little mistakes. We will just have to change it before they become big mistakes. |
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Oh, Dondi, thanks soooooo much for the encouraging words. I really needed them. I understand such a weight swing when I weighed 250 lbs.....but I went up 10 lbs from Wed. to Monday!! I know I deserved a few pounds, but that really threw me off It just astounds me that my weight can flucuate that much from sodium intake! But the good news is that one day of healthy eating and drinking my water, got rid of 6 of them! My hands are swollen this morning....I had vegetable stir-fry at a mall food court yesterday, while Christmas shopping. Chinese food seems to always have so much sodium. Not a great day of eating yesterday! Those almond M&M's that my hubby keeps in the van got me in between stores, but only a handful. And I had a couple of York Peppermint Patties too. I was still munchy when I got home last night, so had a single serve of low fat popcorn. That took care of it Hopefully the damage was minimal........I still need to get those 4 pounds off from the weekend. Can't tell you how good it felt to be back eating "real food" on Monday, after all the junk on the weekend! I felt so much better on lots of veggies, than those high carb things I ate over the weekend. Made some real progress on the Christmas shopping.......but then I've only got 10 days left to get it done, wrapped, tree up and cooking/baking done for Christmas with the kids. (Got the house almost decorated) STILL NO BABY! My oldest daughter was told by the Dr. to stop working (maximum edema in feet and hands, numb fingers) and that she probably wouldn't be needing next weeks OB appt. So, this Grandma is waiting.......not so patiently |
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It just astounds me that my weight can flucuate that much from sodium intake! Boy I can identify with that, too! I eat just a tiny bit of anything remotely salty and I'm like this huge human sponge LOL. Congrats on getting back to 'real foods'; it really is amazing how different it makes you feel!Ohhh a baby is coming!!! Somehow I must have missed that part in your diary! Is your daughter overdue - or is Grandma just being impatient? A new lil one for the holiday - how exciting!I forgot to ask you - have you had the time to try out YBB yet? I've noticed how busy you've been lately and didn't know if you gave it a whirl yet.  |
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Yes, Scoobs, I am going to be Grandma for the 3rd time! Her due date is Sunday (12/3), but on Monday, her OB said she didn't think she'd make next week's appt. So, I get kind of excited every time the phone rings I haven't yet tried the YBB. I twisted something in my hip a few weeks ago, and haven't taken time to get to my chiro to fix it. At about the same time, I stepped on a high heeled boot and twisted something in the ball of the opposite foot, and feel pain when I put too much pressure on it. So, I've watched most of the video and can't wait to try it, but the hip thing pulls down into my knee and ankle, making both of them hurt. Even when I don't get to bed until midnight, I am awake by 4:30 with so much pain in my hip and knee that I have to get up and ice them. Just don't want to aggrevate the injuries.... Will let you know when I try them, but I think they look like fun. The advanced one is really high energy! So, tonight we go get our Christmas tree. Tomorrow night, after work, we finish up the Christmas shopping Will that be possible? Well, all except for that new baby coming....don't know whether to buy blue or pink yet So, that leaves the weekend to finish the baking and get the tree decorated and the presents all wrapped. Then I can use the evenings, after work, next week to get the house cleaned and the food ready. Will I make it? Sure can feel that I'm burning the candle at both ends.....maybe that's why I've been so snacky lately? And dead tired! Then, too, it's TTOM, which explains grabbing salty thingsLast edited on 1 December 2006 12:53 am by Hisgal |
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Well, it's about 6:00 p.m. Central time and I just got a call from my daughter........her water broke and she's on her way to the hospital I'm grinning from ear to ear, and just about jumping out of my skin. She had a blood vessel cut or broke during her first labor and lost a lot of blood....a dangerous amount. The second delivery went fine. But, it's always there at the back of my mind.....ALL PRAYERS APPRECIATED (for Grandma Pat too!) The only other ones who know she's on her way to the hospital are her brother-in-law and sister-in-law who are taking care of the boys. She wasn't calling anyone else, but I JUST HAD TO TELL SOMEONE!!!! |
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CONGRATULATIONS GRANDMA! Your daughter and grandchild are in my prayers. My second daughter was what they call a precipitous delivery. In other words, she shot out like a cannon. We survived, but I recall a LOT of post delivery suturing. My sweet little daughter tore everything. She was 8 1/2 pounds. I'm certainly thankful she wasn't larger. |
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Ouch! Skipper, I hurt just thinking about that. I had one come too fast for an episiotomy, and there was tearing, too. Well, by the time I got home, my daughter called to say she was on the way back home....no baby. She can't figure out what happened, but the Dr. claim her water didn't break. Maybe it's just leaking a bit? But, she said it was pretty wet. Anyway, they did an ultrasound, and there's plenty of amniotic fluid left and the baby's vitals are strong, so they sent her back home. So, I'm still waiting.............I think this is worse than waiting for my own labor Will keep you posted....if I keep my sanity through all this! |
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Poor thing - what a disappointment! I'll be thinking of you and your family and wishing you well. By the way, I've been meaning to ask you if you plan to solicit Peter to bump you up from "New Member" status?? You've certainly been around long enough!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Trim, thanks for your thoughts and wishes! But, I would love to have them be prayers. I'd love it for your own sake, but even more for that precious life you are carrying. I believe God created life, sustains it, and takes it away.......and I can't get through life without Him. It would indeed be a wonderful world if everyone believed, lived out that faith, and did things God's way. HALEY HAS ARRIVED! Yes, I finally got a granddaughter! You certainly forget how timy and precious they are! What a wonderful gift from God The 3 yr old grandson is fascinated....keeps taking off that little cap on her head and checking her hair...running the back of his finger down her cheek.....and threw an absolute tantrum when he had to leave Mom in the hospital last night! But a tour of the houses with Christmas lights fixed the crying.ABOUT THE MEMBER STATUS......Trim, I think I read somewhere in a post that to qualify to change from new member status, you had to include your city and state in your info. Just because I am in such a small town area, I'd rather not disclose that. I wouldn't mind adding "Southeastern" to the MN, but would rather not put the town. I think I've got a pretty good feel for the personalities and morals/values of the people that regularly post, but there are always visitors to the site, as I was for months before I joined. I hate to sound paranoid, but I don't know that there isn't some crazy out there reading the boards that might try to figure out where I live from the info in my posts. That might sound crazy to some, too, but being I'm a little older, maybe I'm more cautious. We brought our grandsons home with us last night, so we are going to bake Christmas cookies for a while this morning........they love to help! Then we'll take them back to their mom and dad, and try to finish our Christmas shopping. The hubs got transferred to a different job site for Monday morning, so we have to go get his big tool carts, check out the new job site and get the truck ready for longer travel. Still want to get the tree up too. Will be a very busy weekend. I hear 2 little voices upstairs. Time to sign off. Have a great weekend everyone! Praise God for new life and my new granddaughter |
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Small town? I've got that covered! What Memebership Titles Mean Peter |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Peter! I must have forgotten that part of the membership post. I'll go in and edit my account to add "small town". Like the post says, the titles are just for fun, so I wasn't too concerned about it. But, I don't feel like a new member, so we might as well change it |
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I just got a chance to catch up on all the postings....CONGRATS AND GOD BLESS THAT NEW BABY GIRL!!!! I'm so happy for you and your family. |
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Yay Hisgal! Congrats on your new granddaughter!!! And what a beautiful name, too! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, everyone! She sure is a precious gift from God Finally, a December baby! Haley's great-great grandfather is the last one on my hubby's side to have a December birthday. And on my side, it would be her great-great grandmother who last had a birthday in December. The eating isn't going too well. We've been eating out a lot or on the run. Thiings have been crazy! They were planned to the minute anyway, and Haley's arrival took care of our Christmas shopping plans for that evening. I've got 2 evenings at home, before the kids all come home for our family Christmas, to decorate the tree, wrap the gifts, clean house, wash sheets and get the beds made up, and figure out the food.....I need a miracle, or at least the peace of God to keep me calm and focused! |
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sheltiemom Distinguished Member
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Don't get caught up in the details. Don't worry about the sheets, or the decorating.....just enjoy each other and the new baby. If you push yourself too hard, you won't enjoy this wonderful time together. I hope we get to see pictures of the angel soon! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Will have to see what I can do about that! |
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CONGRATS!! NEW GRANDMA! What a blessing and Christmas gift! Blessings to all the family!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks PM! I am constantly overwhelmed by how much God blesses me and my family every day.......but he's really outdone Himself this time! (Again) |
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How cute! Here's mine!! Peter Two daughters, six granddaughters, one grandson, one puppy... and counting... Attached Image (viewed 177 times): |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Hi I am back......after about 10 days of celebrating Christmas. The good news is that I enjoyed every precious moment with my family and got to hold my new grand-daughter alot! The bad news is that I gave into all my favorite "Christmas" foods and the scale shows it I didn't exercise during that time, as I went to my chiro twice. The hip and knee are still not feeling right. But, I finally got back to Curves today after 2 weeks away. It sure felt good to be there, and especially to see my friends again. I am back on track so far today.......but after 10 days of eating what I wanted, the carbs are calling my name SO LOUDLY all day today! Those first few days back on plan are always the hardest. Can't wait until Wed. when I should be feeling more normal. Am hoping I can get some of these pounds and water weight off before the "real Christmas" comes this weekend. I have one more meal at my house, but this one is for the hubby's side, and we always do lunch and dinner when they get together....it's an all day affair. So, here's to a great week! Can't wait to catch up on everyone's diary and see how you are all doing. |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Yay Hisgal - you're back!!! I've missed reading in your diary! I am so glad you've enjoyed yourself; precious moments like that are to be treasured. I'm sorry to hear your knee & hip aren't up to par yet; I'm sure it felt great to get back to Curves though. I am STILL thinking about stopping by one of them soon. In fact, hubs just asked me about it this evening. Anyway, not that I want the holiday to fly by or anything - I just would like all these food temptations to end fast LOL!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Hey, Scoobs....I hear ya about the food temptations! The office I work in has people bringing in Christmas "gifts" (interpretation-FOOD!!!) just about every day! Today's new item was a box of "Harry and David" munchies. Yesterday was homemade peanut brittle.....there was a tray of cookies....a tray of decorated bars.....some flaky, caramel drizzled somethings...but thank goodness one of the mortgage brokers brought in a box of fruit. I am nibbling on one of the pink grapefruit right now.........it's as sweet as a candy bar I have two more weeks to get through I know I'll eat Christmas weekend and probably on New Years weekend as well, and then it's down to serious business. I am hoping to minimize the damage by being on plan during the work week. Yesterday was OK, I think... Breakfast-cottage cheese and a grapefruit Snack-pear Lunch-turkey & swiss on whole grain bread, lettuce, onion, tomato Snack-protein bar Dinner 1-small bowl of turkey chili (working late-this to tide me over) Dinner 2-roast turkey and turkey broth |
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OOOHHHH Hisgal, what a precious gift! Congratulations! My December baby has her fifth birthday tomorrow. The years really go by so fast. We always tell her she was our best Christmas present. (Aside from the obvious first Christmas gift). |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Skipper! Definitely our children/grandchildren are one of the best gifts God gives us, besides His love and forgiveness and his great original gift, for which we celebrate Christmas. I just have withdrawals when I don't see her for a few days! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Sooooooooooooo, today's additions to the office kitchen are Chocolate and almond bark dipped pretzels and a very large basket of premium assorted chocolates When will they quit bringing in these temptations! There is one grapefruit left down in the kitchen, which I am hoping to nab for the morning staff meeting, while everyone else is eating the sweets Yesterday's food went OK....I nibbled about a half a handful of cashews out of the can of mixed nuts in the office kitchen and tasted 2 rice cracker pieces and 2 peanut butter filled pretzel chunks. Other than that: Breakfast-3 hard boiled eggs and 1 grapefruit Snack-grapefruit Lunch-ground turkey, with onion and red, green, yellow and orange peppers, diced tomatoes Snack-protein bar Dinner #1-cottage cheese, lettuce salad w/ low fat ranch drsg Dinner #2-3 skinless chicken strips with mustard sauce Snack (up late doing Christmas letter and got snacky) 2 oranges I know I was retaining water on Monday, when I finally got brave enough to step on the scale, after 10 days of celebrating......but I was up 10 pounds. Glad to say that this morning, when I checked.....6.2 of them were gone If only I can get another pound gone before the weekend starts!I know that sounds like I am setting myself up for failure this weekend, and maybe I am. But, it is Christmas after all, and I am going to indulge again in my favorites. A sign at Curves says, if you indulge....at least do it with things that you only get during the Christmas season. Don't waste calories on food that's common or available all year! I know I will eat too much, but maybe I can only eat the "special" foods? And I know, in my heart, that I can and will get right back on plan after the New Year (and hopefully a few near perfect eating days between Christmas and New Year's?). I am going to use all you wonderful people for my inspiration, and I am going to kick butt like Scoobees, Skipperdox, Dondi, OWF....and all the rest of you! I know that I can and will do it! I am going for goal and nothing is going to stop me |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, the food plan is going pretty good. With all the eating I did the last two weekends, I decided to go back on WL4I for this week. I was down a total of 9.2 lbs. by this morning. It's not the way I'd eat forever, but it's doing the trick this week...in preparation for the Christmas weekend. For some reason, I have no trouble sticking pretty close to this plan. I knew that after 2 weeks of eating what I wanted, I would be in trouble if I was going to just count calories....I wouldn't be able to stick with it. I have made some adjustments to this meal plan, but am still losing OK Wednesday-oatmeal with walnuts, banana and a grapefruit Snack-protein bar Lunch-ground turkey with tomatoes, peppers and onions Snack-half a handful of cashews Dinner-turkey, instant potatoes, gravy Thursday-(day of fruit and veggies) Breakfast-grapefruit and 2 oranges Lunch-red potatoes, green beans, onions, red peppers, broccoli Snack-half a handful of cashews (they are sitting in the office kitchen, just calling me every time I go down there for water or coffee -but better than the chocolate, cookies, choc. pretzels, etc)Dinner-green beans, peas Friday-Breakfast-grapefruit and orange Lunch-tuna salad, romaine lettuce Dinner 1-(Planned)-turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy (small amt.-will give most of leftovers to the hubby) Dinner 2-cottage cheese (I'm supposed to have spaghetti and sauce, too---we might go to a girl's HS basketball game, so then I'll just have the cottage cheese---maybe I could substitute a slice of whole grain bread for the pasta & sauce?) Have a Blessed Christmas, Everyone! |
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Well, I made it to Christmas Eve day, only up 1 pound....got the rest of the extras off. But, now I've been eating since Sunday....and not the healthy stuff. I feel like I've gained....no doubt about it. But, I must say that I've enjoyed all those goodies. I've been so good for so long, and am enjoying the break. Yeah, I picked up a few more favorites at the grocery store today, that I am going to enjoy over the New Year's weekend. That will be the end of my splurge. I'd rather I didn't have this weight to get off after the holidays, but could start from the point I was at. But, I do know that I am back on plan on Tuesday morning........no exceptions! And I've even got to say that I think I'm getting sick of this junk food Amazing!See you all next week.............. Happy New Year! |
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I see it's been almost a week since I took time to post in my own diary. Does that tell me something? Not much to report..........I haven't been too good on the eating front. Even though I was getting sick of junky food....I continued to eat through New Year's Day. And my scale very appropriately showed it I was at 165 on Christmas Eve morning..........I was at 176.8 on January 2nd. The only good news is that on Tuesday morning, I got right back on plan, just like I'd told myself I would. The bad news is that I haven't been back to Curves yet I got the flu the day after Christmas....fever, aches sort of thing and ran a fever until Thursday night. So, I didn't feel like exercising on Friday. This week I've just been busy at work or had errands that needed to be done during lunch (or so I told myself). Today we had a birthday party in the office. Thank goodness we got Subway subs for lunch, and I ordered a 6" veggie on whole wheat with vinegar. I brought a bag of chips I had at home, that was calling my name. So, the office crew took care of most of that for lunch. I had a grapefruit for snack this morning, when the rest were eating baked goods during the weekly staff meeting. I also had a grapefruit for lunch with my sub, instead of chips and sweets. I drank water instead of pop. But, that means I didn't go to Curves. I've also been very sore, but that's probably leftover from laying around so much when I was sick, and then not getting to Curves since. I always feel so good when I'm exercising and stretching. I tried doing some of my regular stretches on New Year's Day........and I couldn't My muscles were so tight I couldn't even sit on the floor and touch my toesSo, I am not cheating.......and I've dropped some of the weight. I'm just disappointed in myself, that I ate so much I put all of those pounds on and now have to work hard to get back to where I was. Oh well, I will do it! I will succeed. I need to re-read Eat to Live and BFFM. They were great inspirations in the past. I have to re-fresh my mind and re-boost my will to lose weight.........all the way to goal! |
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Did anybody see the cover of "People" magazine? I had a few groceries to pick up and ended up waiting in line. Wow! Talked about major weight loss and some inspiring pictures! |
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I was hoping that by today (Friday) my carb cravings would be gone! I decided to go back on WL4I for an 11 day cycle for two reasons....one is that I want to drop some of these holiday pounds off fast.....two is that the WL4I is fairly low-carb, so it helps me get over my carb cravings, after I've imbibed way too much on them over the holidays. Maybe it's because this was my fruit/veggie day?? I had a half a handful of salted peanuts tonight, while making dinner. I'm always hungry when I walk in the door. I know it's just habit......like when church switches to summer schedule, and we get home at 11:00 a.m., I feel starved like I do when we get home at noon. Today was fruit/veggie day: Breakfast: orange, 1/2 apple, banana, `1/2 c. pineapple Snack: protein bar Lunch: Fire roast veggie mix (red potatoes, green beans, broccoli, onion, red pepper) Snack: grapefruit Dinner: 1/2 handful peanuts, baked sweet potato slices, cole slaw mix with low-fat sesame ginger drsg Will have a few challenges this weekend....first of all, it's the first weekend in a month, that I am watching what I eat and weekends are always the hardest for me.......second, my daughter and the kids are coming this weekend, but one of my meals is pasta with spaghetti sauce, so I will make spaghetti for dinner.......third, a potluck at church. I wanted to buy seasoned, shredded turkey for sandwiches (I've got chicken on my menu, but figured the turkey would be a close substitute). But, the store was all out until tomorrow, and I don't want to make the drive back into town, even if I did fill my car for $1.99/gallon today. I've got a little in the freezer, maybe I can bring enough for me to the potluck?? Have a successful weekend everyone! |
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Did anybody see the cover of "People" magazine? Thanks for reminding me about that Hisgal!!! They did an issue like that last year also. I LOVE reading stories like this; I'll take any inspiration I can get LOL! Have a great weekend!  Attached Image (viewed 96 times): |
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I am getting tired of this WL4I plan. I will stick it out until Friday and start over counting calories. I think I'm ready for that again. When I quit writing down calories the beginning of Oct. I wasn't sure I'd ever go back to it. But, I've been bouncing back and forth between WL4I and the "see food" diet (see food, eat it) since then, and I want to get back in control again. And I want to start making my own healthy choice for food, at least for a while. I want more grains back in my diet. I might go bread-, rice-, pasta-less again for Lent, like I did last year. I sure dropped the weight then. I got back to Curves today, and I can't tell you how good it felt I missed the whole week after Christmas, when I was running a fever. And last week, I had so much to catch up on at the office that I never made it out there once. Hopefully, with the exercise back in my life, I will start dropping these holiday pounds!I WILL REACH MY GOAL OF 140 POUNDS! It won't be easy, but at 2 pounds a week, I could be at goal by the end of April. The son's wedding is mid-June. That would give me the month of May to shop for the mother-of-the-groom dress SO LET'S DO IT! |
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The scale was down a little bit today. Yeah!!! Yesterday, it was the same as on Sunday morning. That made me happy, as I cheated on Sunday. That potluck at church.....I ate one sloppy joe, whole wheat bun, with 2 servings of Chinese cabbage salad (heart healthy version) and water. I finished off the salad on Sunday night, and had 2 more sloppy joes. Can't remember the last time I made them, or any beef or red meat! Oh yeah, I did sweet and sour pork balls for New Year's Eve (hubby's request). But other than that, we rarely eat red meat. Anyway, on Sunday, I had some of the leftover Christmas cookies that I'd taken along to the potluck and some chocolate candy. I should have been up on Monday morning.....I said thanks, but I didn't deserve it. Monday's meals: cottage cheese, orange, grapefruit, protein bar, 2 baked salmon patties, ground turkey with tomato, onion, peppers, cole slaw mix with low fat sesame ginger drsg, orange/banana smoothie Had a funeral to go to this morning, but got done in time to head to Curves. It would have been so easy to use that as an excuse, but I had just enough time to get my 30 minutes in.......didn't have time to do much stretching though Tuesday's meals: 3 hard boiled eggs, grapefruit, ham bun, dill pickle, raw veggies (at funeral), turkey with tomato, peppers, onion, orange, baked cod fillets with lemon pepper and dill weed, 2 oranges, 3 chicken breast strips and cole slaw mix with low fat sesame ginger dressing. I have decided for sure.....I am going back to writing it all down next Monday. I will finish up with WL4I on Friday, be relatively good over the weekend (hubby's Christmas party Saturday night) and get the pen and paper out on Monday. Weigh in 1/2/07...............176.8 Weigh in 1/9/07...............171.2 At least I'm heading the right direction.......but to think my scale said 160.2 a few weeks ago |
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I was just reading over your diary for December, and boy, could I relate! December wasn't good for my eating (or my waist line). I want you to know you're an inspiration. I'm doing my best to get back on the plan for this new year. I WILL WEAR A SIZE 12 NEXT CHRISTMAS! Hang in there, sweetie...we're in this together! |
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Thanks, Kim! It sure helps to know we're not alone, doesn't it? I felt like such a failure while I struggled through December, but then as I read the diaries I realized that I wasn't the only one I love the support and friends I have here. Thanks everyone! |
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Pat, new years are great and the new beginnings that take place....we can all begin to challenge our bodies and minds. I started a thread in the other diets section -- a place to generally encourage and sound-off. I am beginning a new group at my church this evening--we will be structuring our meetings using the Lose It for Life book/workbook by Stephen Arterbburn's - Newlife Radio Ministries. I'm getting ready . . . each day is exciting . . . baby boy is due in Feb. -- I'm already in the buying mood for him. I just cringe when people (even familiy) have ask me if she's thought about giving the baby up for adoption! She will be a wonderful Mom and she and bf plan to marry after her graduation. PRAISE HIM! Bless your Mom(Sherry)Last edited on 10 January 2007 11:28 pm by Paint-Mom |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Sherry, It's so fun being a grandmother! So glad to hear they plan to keep the baby. I had a nephew who got his girlfriend pregnant at the end of their senior year. They made the committment to get married and raise their baby. But, it is a committment. They are wonderful parents, now with 3 little girls, and seem to have a very good marriage. I'm sure it hasn't always been easy, but they committed to raising their child.......they didn't go at it with the idea that they'd "give it a try"....it was marriage for life. It can work out when they are young, but I've read the chances are not good, but the chances double or triple if they have the support of their family. And I'm sure you will give them that. It's so much fun to buy baby clothes! I've always looked for the sales, and loaded up a bag for my daughter. So hard to stop with just one thing..... I hadn't heard of the Lose it for Life book before. Although I know a couple of the churches around here have had weight loss classes, but I didn't go, so I don't know the name of the book they used. I'll have to check out the thread, when you get it set up. My prayers for your success! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Today has gone pretty well. Breakfast: cottage cheese, grapefruit Snack: 2 oranges Lunch: turkey sub on whole wheat, fat free mayo, tomato soup-to-go Snack: Be Powered Protein bar Dinner 1: ground turkey, onions, red & green peppers, tomato sauce (no diced tomatoes on the shelf) Dinner 2 is supposed to be mixed nuts....I've got some raw pecans, almonds and walnuts that I will probably nibble on when I get home from work. Went to Curves for the 3rd day in a row. So amazed at how much I missed the workouts (didn't go from Christmas to Jan. 7) and the wonderful women friends I've made there. On New Year's Day I could tell my muscles were tight and hurting, stemming from the low back pain I'd been having and because I'd been in bed/recliner with a fever the previous week. So, I sat down in the middle of my living room to stretch a little. MY FINGERS WERE A GOOD THREE INCHES FROM REACHING MY TOES!!! My muscles were extremely tight! One of my resolutions this year, is to get to Curves early enough to have time to do my crunches and stretches, after my workout, before they close at 1:00 p.m. Made 2 out of 3 days stretching so far |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Need to add a glass of cabernet to yesterday's food list. Hubby had a glass of wine and a bubble bath waiting when I got home......just couldn't refuse him And I was too lazy to dig out the raw nuts.........I had a partial bag of mixed nuts in the cupboard, leftover from a batch of mixed nut bars. Probably retaining water today, with all that salt. 4th day this week at Curves. Got there early and had time for all my stretching Today's food: Breakfast: deviled eggs with fat free mayo Snack: grapefruit Lunch: chicken in mustard sauce, 2 oranges Snack: protein bar Dinner 1: ground turkey, with onions, red & green peppers and tomato sauce Dinner 2: lettuce salad and pasta with spaghetti sauce This is not strictly following WL4I.......it says you can have a piece of fruit if you are so hungry you have to eat. I have 1 case each of oranges and grapefruit, which I bought from a school fundraiser (always the best I've eaten). So, I just add the fruit into my diet plan for the day. I also have a protein bar most days, mid-afternoon. I still seem to be losing anyway, so I'm worrying about it. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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What a crazy day! I've been hopping back and forth between two offices.....hoping to be done by 5:00, but here it is almost 6:30 and I'm just finishing up. So, I will keep this short.... Breakfast: 3 hardboiled eggs, grapefruit Snack: 2 oranges, granola bar Lunch: ground turkey with onion, red & green peppers and tomato sauce Dinner 1: cottage cheese, protein bar Dinner 2: suppose to be chicken........I might do that, with some fresh mushrooms and a merlot sauce....or it I'm too tired, it will be shredded turkey with a little BBQ sauce. I might add a salad too. By the way, I checked the scale this morning, and I am .3 of a pound away from breaking back into the 160's. Why did I let myself put all that weight back on??? Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! Have a great weekend, everybody! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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So, I reached the end of my 11 day WL4I cycle and was down from 176.8 to 170.2 But, then I had cheat days. That didn't go so well. Had the hubby's Christmas party on Saturday night, starting with cocktails at 4:00 p.m. Sunday we laid around all afternoon after church. We picked up a pizza after church, but had whole grain crackers, cheese and hummus..........then made the pizza around 4:30. Well, I got back on BFFM on Monday, but then I wanted to finish the last of the pizza when I finally got home from work. I sorta planned for that, but ended the day high at 2157 calories, 21.7% protein, 26.9% fat and 51.4% carbs and 32.6 grams fiber Today (Tuesday) was better....1614 calories, 34% protein, 10.6% fat, 55.4% carbs and 39.3 grams of fiber. I guess it will take me a little time to get used to planning these 5 meals a day again, and getting the totals right. Weight 1/9/07 171.2 1/16/07 173.6 Hope that weigh in is a result of the salt in the pizza! Last edited on 17 January 2007 07:44 am by Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yesterday was a pretty perfect day. (food-not work) Today is going good also. Did I mention that I got to Curves 4 days last week? Friday I was hopping between 2 offices and didn't ever stop for lunch. Just ate on the go, so no spare time to stop at Curves. I've been to Curves 3 days this week, so far. I expect to go 2 more times. Worked up a good sweat all 3 days....had to ask them to turn the fans on. They don't normally do that, as they keep the thermostat at 62! Meal 1-Egg Beaters w/ 2% cheese slice, whole grain toast w/ fat free promise spread, grapefruit (cal-234 pro-24.9% fat-12.3% carb-62.8%) Meal 2-EAS protein drink, orange, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp fat free cream cheese and 1 Tbsp sugar free apricot spread (cal-267 pro-34.0% fat-14.2% carbs-51.8%) Meal 3-salad with leafy romaine, cole slaw mix, onion, red-yellow-orange peppers, sugar snap peas, 1/2 can black beans, 1 small apple and 3 Tbsp. low fat raspberry vinegrette dressing, Zone protein bar (598 cal, pro-21.3%, fat-19.5% carb-59.2%) Meal 4- 1 cup 1% cottage cheese, 1 cup fresh diced pineapple (cal-254, pro-39.1% fat-11.3%, carbs-49.6%) Meal 5-edited to add: 2 ckn breast strips, rice pilaf, cole slaw mix with low fat drsg (cal-355, pro-32.7%, fat-19.6%, carbs-47.4%) Totals for the day-cal-1708.5, pro-28.8%, fat-16.3%, carbs-54.9%, 44.1 gr fiber Grrrrrrrrr! Someone brought a "thank-you" gift into the office this afternoon. A big divided tray of nuts......almonds, walnuts, cashews and macadamia.....and they are salted, sugared or candy coated Christmas is over.......we shouldn't have to put up with yummy food in the office! Of course, tomorrow morning is staff meeting and there will be lots of yummy treats for that also. Well, that's life....we can't isolate ourselves from it......we just have to learn to control it and not let the food control us. Right??Last edited on 21 January 2007 02:41 am by Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, I just lost my post.......so the abbreviated version is this (without food detail this time). I am trying to zig-zag my calories.......first day was maintenance.....next 3 are 15-20% below maintenance.......one day at maintenance. If anyone wants to comment....if I'm doing it wrong or you have suggestions....please comment! Thursdays totals- calories 1666, pro-27.6%, fat-17.8%, carbs-54.6% and 41.9 gr. fiber Friday totals-(maintenance day) calories-2091, pro-26.3%, fat-15.6%, carbs-58.1% and fiber 43.3 gr. Saturday-have had the grandsons since last night. My son-in-law surprised my oldest daughter with an airline ticket to CO to visit her sister, before she goes off maternity leave and back to work. So we have the boys until Sunday night-the new 7 wk old granddaughter went with on her first airplane ride. So, today has gone well, despite the boys wanting to eat all the time......am hoping to have some calories left tonight for low fat microwaved popcorn. Hope all are having a great weekend |
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Nir Senior Administrator
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Hisgal wrote: I am trying to zig-zag my calories.......first day was maintenance.....next 3 are 15-20% below maintenance.......one day at maintenance. If anyone wants to comment....if I'm doing it wrong or you have suggestions....please comment! I notice you've gone with the baseline zig-zag scheme. My comment is that I've noticed that myself and others are using 'zig-zag' as our excuse to go for Tom's "extereme zig-zag for maximum fat loss", where he allows cutting on low days by as much as 30%-25% [but I would add, so long as that low figure isn't below your unadjusted RMR] so an interesting and patient approach for you to take. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Nir wrote:
Well, for sure, I am anything but "patient" when it comes to weight loss But, I want to give this a try and see how it goes. A 30% reduction would go below my unadjusted RMR........so I better not go that low. Yesterday was between 20-25%, but I'm not seeing that as happening too often at first. I just know that I really enjoyed the maintenance day I had (maybe a little bit too much) I'm hoping this will keep me a little more structured. If a week or two of this doesn't give results, I will probably try cutting to the 20-25% range. |
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Well, from reading around the diaries, I can see I'm not the only one around here that's PMS'ing Although, I have to say I am very proud of myself for controlling my mood (with 2 little boys running around trying my patience all weekend-challenging me one minute and saying "I love you Grandma" the next). The only slip-up was sucking on one broken candy cane throughout the weekend. I think one is 110 calories, so spread out, it shouldn't have done much damage........but it helped with the sugar cravings Grrrrrr, hormones SATURDAY'S MEALS: Meal 1-calories-305, prot-24.9%, fat-11.1%, carbs-64% Meal 2: calories-319, prot-29.7%, fat-7.1%, carbs-63.2% Meal 3: calories-240, prot-16.7%, fat-16.9% carbs-66.4% Meal 4: calories-300, prot-37.3%, fat-25.5%, carbs-37.2% Meal 5: calories-297, prot-38%, fat-12%, carbs-50% Saturday's totals: cal-1721, prot-27.9%, fat-15.3%, carbs-56.8%, fiber-42.1 grams SUNDAY'S MEALS: Meal 1: calories-305, prot-24.9%, fat-11.1%, carbs-64% Meal 2: calories-416, prot-35.5%, fat-13.6%, carbs-50.9% Meal 3: calories-210, prot-30.8%, fat-30%, carbs-39.2% Meal 4: calories-446, prot-31.4%, fat-9.1%, carbs-59.5% Meal 5: calories-200, prot-44%, fat-9%, carbs-47% Sunday's totals: cal-1577, prot-32.7%, fat-13.4%, carbs-53.9%, 36 grams fiber I think if I can get a few good weeks, with good percentages, then I need to take time to sit down and list the meals that work out to good ratios. And take the other meals and figure out a way to fine tune them to get better ratios. That sounds like so much work! But, I am worth it..........so I deserve to take the time to do it! Tomorrow (Tues) is weigh in day.....I'm usually a scale junkie (read on the forums there are a few others out there ), but being it's TTOM, I'm not looking forward to stepping on the dreaded thing tomorrow. But, I will anyway........................... |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Weigh in day.......... last week, 1/16/07..........173.6 lbs today, 1/23/07.......172.0 I took time to actually put some numbers in front of me........ At 173 lbs........activity factor of 1.4.....maintenance calories are 1994-2071 5% over maintenance (BFFM recommendation for high day of zig-zagging) 2094-2175 15% reduction in maintenance............1695-1760 calories 20% reduction in maintenance............1595-1657 calories 25% reduction in maintenance.............1496-1553 30% reduction in maintenance.............1395-1450 BMR is 1479 RMR is 1424 Better not try the 30% reduction, it is below my RMR MONDAY'S MEALS: Meal 1-1 c. Fiber One cereal, 1/2 c. 1% milk, 1/2 c. cottage cheese Meal 2-Applebee's Skewered Shrimp salad (210 cal) Meal 3-Protein bar Meal 4-salad (usual), 3 tbsp low fat rasp vinegrette, 1/2 can garbanzo beans, 1 ckn strip, protein snack bar Meal 5-3 oz. shredded turkey, 2 slices Whole wheat bread, mixed veggies w/ brown rice Monday's totals-calories-1625, protein-134.3 (33.1%), fat-27 gr. (14.9%), carbs-52% and 48.2 grams fiber Pretty good day.....my calories ranged, per meal, from 210-473, protein from 24.9%-49.5%, fat from 8.6% to 29.5% and carbs from 41.5% to 64% per mealConsidering the time of month and water weight, I can't complain about the weigh in. Will hope to see a solid 2 pound loss next week. Went to Curves 4 times last week , drank my water (no problem there-I always drink plenty of water). Tuesday is Maintenance day! Yeah! Will report my numbers tomorrow. I just finished meal 4 and have between 224-405 calories left (depending on if I use the low end of maintenance or 5% over the high end of maintenance. But, I am so full, I don't know if I can handle meal #5??? Have a good night everyone! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, I made it through my church council meeting and back home relatively early for a church meeting night. I knew that even though I wasn't hungry, I should eat more food to make this a maintenance calorie day. So, I had a protein bar and a cup of decaf coffee, then drank a protein shake for meal 5. That put me right in the right calorie range. Meal 1: egg beaters scrambled with onion and mushrooms w/2% cheese slice, 2 slices of whole wheat toast, 8 oz V-8 veggie juice (cal-335, pro-35.8%, fat-13.4%, carbs-50.8%) Meal 2: EAS protein drink, 1/2 ww pita with ff cream cheese and sf apricot spread, orange, ZONE snack bar (cal-347, pro-33.1%, fat-17.4%, carbs-49.5%) Meal 3: salad (the usual), 1/2 can chickpeas, 3 tbsp rasp vinegrette, 1/2 bag of mini carrots, Zone protein bar (cal-641, pro-19.5%, fat-16.4%, carbs-64.1%) Meal 4: tuna salad sandwich, cole slaw mix w/ lf sesame ginger drsg, 1 c. 1% cottage cheese (cal-447, pro-43.2%, fat-12.3%, carbs-44.5%) Meal 5: ZONE protein bar, EAS protein drink (cal-310, pro-40%, fat-29%, carbs-31%) TUESDAY'S TOTALS-MAINTENANCE DAY: calories-2080, PROTEIN 169.15gr. (32.5%), FAT-39.5 gr (17.1%), CARBS-50.4%, FIBER-48.1 grams Maintenance calories should be: 1994-2175 30% protein on 1700 calorie diet should be: 127.5 grams |
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Nir Senior Administrator
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What's in the "salad (the usual)"? I notice that most of your protein currently comes from animal sources [egg beaters, low-fat cheeses, Whey protein drinks and bars, tuna]. All are lean, but also low on nutrients and fibre. Have you thought about replacing one of those meal components with, say a small mountain of broccoli florets, mushrooms etc? [and yes, I know you were doing ETL before I even heard of it ]ps even Tom Venuto concedes that there's only so much protein that the body can use (page 182):
At 170lb, that will be 139g. On your high days (1994-2175 calories) that's as little as 27.9%-25.5%. Tom V does go on to argue that you should keep protein at 30% anyhow, but unless you are carb-sensitive, I don't really buy his argument, which i think boils down to simplicity. Last edited on 24 January 2007 01:22 pm by Nir |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Nir, Salad (the usual) consists of leafy romaine, cole slaw mix and/or broccoli slaw mix, diced onions, red-orange-yellow-green peppers, sugar snap peas. Those are the ingredients I consistantly keep on hand. Depending on what looks good at the grocery store, I might have broccoli, cauliflower, radishes, mushrooms to add to it also. Then I add black beans or garbanzo beans, and sometimes a chicken tenderloin strip. If I have fresh apples, I add this to the mix also. I almost always eat 1/4 to 1/2 a small bag of raw mini carrots with "the usual". I try to have this salad once a day. For one of my other meals, I have just a double serving of cole slaw mix (cabbage & carrots) with 2 Tbsp of low-fat sesame ginger drsg. If I don't have to worry about calories on that day, I add fresh pineapple or golden raisins or raw sunflower nuts. Those are my two favorite salads. Today I made a salad of leafy romaine, onions, red peppers and will add 1/2 can chili starter mix and mild salsa. That won't be enough protein (8.5 gr.), so I will grab something else to bump it up a little. I know my diet isn't as varied right now, but I am a bookkeeper for an office that has 6 companies in it. This is the time of year when all the year end bookwork has to be done and a ton of tax forms for the employees. So, since Jan. 2, I have been working until 7-8:00 p.m. every night. In the morning I throw together as much as I can, to try to get 3 meals in at work, without having to go to a restaurant to eat. I don't like relying so much on animal products and processed (the protein bars), but I feel like I only have enough time in a day to get myself ready, some food prepared, the cats fed and then I'm off to work. When I get home, I have enough time and energy to make my last meal and fall asleep watching the nightly news. Sometmies, like last night, when I was very tired and still very full from my 2 big salads at work, I grabbed a protein bar and drink. Things should straighten out in about 6-8 weeks. (When January is over, I have about 6 weeks of catching up on my daily work). And my boss is gone for 6 weeks, which puts a little more work on my shoulders. Life is hectic right now That feels like a giant understatement!Considering I rarely have less than 30 grams of fiber a day, I think I'm OK there. Besides the grams I count.......when I scramble my Egg Beaters, I first sautee a couple Tbsps of onion, 1/4 to 1/2 cup mushrooms, and 1/4 to 1/2 of a colored pepper with a non-stick spray, then add the egg substitute. Also, when I re-heat a couple of skinless chicken strips.......I first sautee 1-2 cups of mushrooms with some diced onion and peppers, then add the chicken and a Tbsp of sauce (teriyaki or something for flavor), and serve it with veggies or brown or wild rice. I guess that yesterday wasn't a good day to detail..........the weekend would have looked better to you. On weekends, I have two big servings of veggies each day. I'm talking of minimum of 4 servings for at least 2 meals. Actually, when I look back on my fiber for the past week it looks like this: WED-44.1 GR....THURS-41.9 GR.....FRI-43.3 GR.....SAT-42.1 GR.....SUN-36 GR.....MON-48.2 GR......TUES-48.1 GR Do you think I need more than 40 grams of fiber a day? I know I could live on carbs alone, for the rest of my life and be a happy woman! But, I know from experimenting that I lose best when I really restrict my carbs-especially the bread, rice and pasta ones. (and I only use 100% whole grain breads and pastas and brown and wild rice) It's just that I don't like cutting out those carbs and eating only veggies. Thus, I wanted to try the zig-zagging and see what happened. If I can eat the bread carbs, zig-zag and still lose weight, I would be a really, really happy woman Not sure if that can happen, though.Thanks for your comments and help, Nir. I appreciate them....keep them coming! Seems like I had a question that I wanted to ask you, but I just can't think of it right now. Oh well........... Last edited on 24 January 2007 08:13 pm by Hisgal |
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Nir Senior Administrator
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It does look like you're on top of your fibre intake and there's a bit more veg in there than I realised. For a busy woman you're also not afraid to do some cooking. I guess I was just trying to apply my current kick to your menus. I'm trying to limit my animal products at the moment (with the help of protein-rich veg, legumes and that ever-helpful TVP). Partly it is because of ETL - but mainly it is because I've recently realised that animal products just don't fill me up very well. [I still shy away from bread, rice and pasta as well] |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Most days I have at least 1 grapefruit (2 serv.) and 1 orange. Those are my fruits of choice right now, as I have 2 cases of them from the local school kids selling them before Christmas. I plan on getting back on ETL. I'm not really comfortable eating so many animal products either. It's not that they don't fill me up....they do. I'm more worried about my cholesterol, and it's past time for me to schedule my annual check-up. I don't want that high when I go in to the Dr. But now when I am really busy, they are fast and convenient for protein. I am really craving a big double batch of my veggie crockpot chili! I add either TVP or 99% lean ground turkey to it. I always make a double batch of it, so I can put some bowls in the freezer for work meals. And I could use that convenience right now. The problem is the late hours I'm working and this weekend is again filled....almost every minute. On Saturday, I have a fundraiser (our office is doing a breakfast at Applebee's-they donate and prepare all the food for pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and juice-and we supply the labor and all the paper serving products. We sell tickets for $5 each and get to keep all the money. Very generous of Applebee's, I'd say! Good community service-we are raising money for the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life) to work at by 7:15 a.m., a funeral at 11:00, a 90th birthday party from 1-4 p.m. and my new grand-daughter's baptism cake to decorate. Then on Sunday, we have her baptism (about an hour away) and that party will probably last most of the day. How do I get my chili made?I think I will stay pretty much with BFFM, and zig-zagging and see what happens. I think Lent starts on Feb. 21st. At that time, I will plan on going back to the ETL plan until Easter. Unless I'm doing extremely well with this WOE??? I just want to get the weight off, with a plan I can live with. I like adding the protein bars once in a while, whether I should or not..........it gives me that little something, without reaching for a cookie, doughnut, cake etc. And I never snitch little bits of things that I don't count. I know I can't stop with a snitch..........so when I'm on plan, I'm fairly clean. Last edited on 25 January 2007 07:33 am by Hisgal |
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Well, left work about 8:15. I am beat.......got my last meal in, kitchen cleaned up and I'm ready for the news and bed. Here's today's meals:Meal 1: Egg beaters with onion, mushrooms and a slice of 2% cheese, 2 slices whole wheat bread, 8 oz. V-8 veggie juice, 1/2 c. cottage cheese (cal-335, pro-35.8%, fat-13.4%, carbs-50.8%) Meal 2: protein drink, 1/2 ww pita w/ ff cream cheese, 1/2 c. cottage cheese (cal-295, pro-45.4%, fat-16.8%, carbs-37.8%) Meal 3: salad with romaine, onion, red peppers, chili starter (kidney beans in spicy sauce) and salsa, 1/2 bag mini carrots, protein bar for dessert (cal-497, pro-21.2%, fat-7.9%, carbs-70.9%) Meal 4: zone snack bar, 1/2 tuna sandwich, 1/2 c. cottage cheese (cal-261, pro-44.6%, fat-16.6%, carbs-38.8%) Meal 5: 2 servings cole slaw mix, 1 ckn strip, 1/2 c. pineapple, 2 Tbsp. low fat sesame ginger drsg. (cal-172, pro-33.5%, fat-9.7%, carbs-56.8%) TODAY'S TOTALS: calories-1560, protein-133.42 (34.2%), fat-21.5 gr (12.4%), carbs-53.4% fiber-40 gr. I've got to say, that salad I had for lunch was delish .....kind of like a taco salad, without the cheese, meat or shell.....but with all the taste, and low calories......the salad itself with 4 tbsp. salsa was only 259 calories. My last meal today, was also one of my favorites! YummmmTomorrow will be a challenge........celebrating a birthday for breakfast at the office before our staff meeting. They ordered in a baked egg dish, fruit, and muffins. Lets think this through.......if I pick the melted cheese off the top of the egg dish, bring my own slice ww bread to toast, with ff Promise and some sf apricot spread, eat some of the fresh fruit, I should do OK. I'll make sure to eat at home, earlier than usual, so the office breakfast can be my 2nd meal. I might need to eat a little fruit before I head to Curves, or it will be too long between meals 2 and 3. OK, that should work! Women's Bible Study got cancelled for tomorrow night, so I can work even later and hopefully get finished with some of those tax forms.Saturday will be my next high calorie/maintenance day . That should work OK, as I'd like to eat the breakfast at Applebee's after we serve it. Then we've got the funeral, and will be eating about noon without much choice in food. If I eat a protein bar on the way back home, I should be able to resist the food at the 90th birthday party later. Then I just have to keep my fingers out of the frosting, while I decorate the baptism cake for my new granddaughter. Then baptism and lunch on Sunday.........sounds like the whole weekend will be a challenge. Well, I guess that is what life will always be like......I need to learn to live with it and not give in to all the temptations.Time to hit my comfy Select Comfort mattress..........and I will be out before I get my glasses off! Good Night Last edited on 25 January 2007 07:39 am by Hisgal |
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Nir Senior Administrator
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Hisgal wrote: so when I'm on plan, I'm fairly clean. That's a great feeling, isn't it? control, confidence. I've been pretty much on plan since my last 'event' on the 1st - so it has been 3 weeks. My plan is as much Venuto as it is Fuhrman though. I can't imagine going without my calorie or protein allocations - but maximising micronutrients is coming to the foreground. (It isn't just to avoid embarassment at the doctor's office - I do it for me) That chocolate-and-martzipan week I had wasn't just a compromise on paper. I was compromising my health and it was genuinely harder to 'follow' that diet. |
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Nir wrote: My plan is as much Venuto as it is Fuhrman though Yeah, mine too! I think it's because I like both plans, and I think they have very valid points to them. I find myself going back to each book and re-reading parts, because I can't remember what each plan advocates. But, that's a good thing.....because I find a lot of stuff that I had forgotten that I'd read. And reading about healthy eating, helps keep me pumped up to eat clean. That's also a good thing! |
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Really frustrated this morning....because you all know I'm also a "scale junkie" and have to step on it almost every morning. I have been up 2 days in a row I started 1/15 with a maintenance day, then had 3 days at 15% below maintenance, then a maintenance day on Friday 1/19, then 3 days at 15% below maintenance, then on Tuesday, 1/23, I had another maintenance day. Yesterday, I went to about 25% below maintenance. On Tuesday, my normal weigh in day.......I was 172.0 On Wednesday, I was at 173.4 Today I was at 174.4 Venuto says zig-zagging works......Nir says zig-zagging works......others on this site say that zig-zagging works..............so what's going on Can anybody, who has done it, tell me how long it took to "kick in"? I am drinking my water, faithfully, as always. I have my measuring cups and scale out continuously. Even if I think I know how much 1 c. of cereal is, I measure it......or even though I know how full the little container I use, should be, for 1 c. of cottage cheese, I measure it. I always measure my salad dressings.......or the fat free mayo I put in my tuna salad. Even though I probably could guess on portions, I don't....I measure whenever possible. I eat my last meal about 9:00 p.m. and go to bed around 11:00 p.m. That's 2 hours before bedtime. Is that too close? I hate to bring a 4th meal to the office.....3 is enough to plan and carry in the door. I know I should be patient.....and I really could wait for the scale to drop........but I am scared about it going up and up I'm going to Curves 4-5 times a week, doing ab crunches and stretches afterwards. I know I should add some more cardio and I'd like to start with some weights.....although I've lost before with just diet changes, at least I'm getting the Curves circuit in! I get up at 5:10 a.m. as it is, and I don't get home from work until 7:30 or later on work nights, so I feel too beat to start a new routine. But, I have to do somethingThursday's Meals Meal 1: Muesli, cooked with water, 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 8 oz. V-8 veggie juice (cal-250, prot-28.8%, fat-16.2%, carbs-55%) Meal 2: This was the office breakfast....I didn't peel the cheese off the egg bake, hence the fat percentage....egg bake, cantaloupe (cal-314, prot-32.8%, fat-55.2%, carbs-12%) First breakfast was at 6:30, second at 9:00, third meal at 2:30 p.m. So, I took a Zone protein snack size bar with me when I ran my errands and shopping after Curves. Snack: Zone bar (cal-80, prot-30%, fat-28.1%, carbs-41.9%) Meal 3: Chili salad (see yesterday's), 4 Tbsp salsa, 1/4 bag mini carrots, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp hummus (cal-408, prot-16.4%, fat-9.6%, carbs-74%) Meal 4: 1/2 tuna salad sandwich on whole grain bread, 1 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1/4 bag of mini carrots (cal-315, prot-46.1%, fat-10.9%, carbs-43%) Meal 5: will fill in later after I get home and eat-mini bag of microwave popcorn, protein drink (cal-200, prot-36%, fat-20.3%, carbs-43.7%) I wish more people were listing their foods and percentages, so I could get some ideas for new food combinations for meals. I see I only had one fruit today...may have a big cole slaw mix/chicken/pineapple salad for dinner tonight when I get home. (Well that didn't happen....was 8:45 when I got home, and my dad called and talked for 45 miutes....to tired to do much-see above) THURSDAY'S TOTALS: calories-1567, protein-114.77 (29.3%), fat-38.9 gr. (22.3%), carbs-48.4%, fiber-34.7 gr. CHANGES I WOULD LIKE TO INCORPORATE INTO MY PLAN: 1. Continue zig-zagging, with a 25% below maintenance goal for the 3 days low and the 4th day, at or 5% above, maintenance. 2. Get started on adding specific muscle group weights (beyond Curves) each week, even if it's very slowly. It will get easier 3. Start adding cardio (beyond Curves) 3 days a week. 4. Eat my last meal as early as my schedule allows, and move it up earlier as the work load lessens during the winter. 5. Continue writing down everything I eat, and breaking down percentages of protein, fat and carbs when it's possible to do it. (Some days of eating out or at other peoples houses it won't be possible-take a guess on calories for those days) 6. Continually reinforce to myself that I will be at 140 lbs for my son's wedding day! Think in positive terms........do it continually! 7. Try to come up with new food combinations that will keep me on track and my food plan interesting and appealing. 8. Watch my food intake to keep it balanced around 30% protein/20% fat/50% carbs. Make sure I am getting, at the very least, 30 grams of fiber a day! This should be easy if I eat enough veggies and fruits. OK, thanks for letting me rant and rave.........and ramble on with my thoughts. Last edited on 26 January 2007 06:13 pm by Hisgal |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Sorry to hear about your frustrations with the scale. Why do we torture ourselves by weighing everyday?? LOL I do the same thing. I wish I had better advice beyond being patient with the zig-zagging. I found in my own personal experience that the scale ALWAYS goes up the day after a higher maintenance calorie day. Sometimes up to 2 pounds. It goes back to normal pretty quickly but it's enough to get me panicked. You list of changes all sound fantastic! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thursday's weigh in .......... 174.4 Friday's weigh in ..............174.4 Thanks for the encouragement, Scoobees! I needed it this morning. I will try to enter my food later.........I'm calling it quits at work and going home before 7:00! |
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Nir Senior Administrator
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If you are normally restricting calories to the extent that your glycogen stores are always partially depleted, and now they are closer to capacity, then you will weigh more (1g of glycogen is stored with 3g of water). But you know the deal: you only put on 1lb of fat if you consume 3500 calories over-and-above-your-maintenance-needs. You know very well that this did not happen this week. So it must be water. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Nir wrote:
Nir, thanks for that encouraging reminder! I'm only human, and I get impatient when I think I am doing things right, and don't see the results. I thought Venuto said this would work for even those who had the hardest time losing weight!These diaries help..........I look at Skipper, Scoobs, Zenobia, and OWF and get encouraged there too. They did it the right way, slow and steady, and hit goal or are very close..........just like others on this site. I just have to tamper down my impatient human nature and do it the right way. Actually, I was down a little on the scale this weekend, but I'm going to wait for my regular Tuesday weigh in before I get too excited. Last edited on 30 January 2007 02:30 am by Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I see I have a lot of catching up to do! I'll just post totals for the past few days. I've got the details in my notebook, if I need to look something up. FRIDAY, Jan 26- calories-1611, prot-136.7 gr (33.9%), fat-24.65 gr (13.8%), carbs-52.3%, fiber-27.3 grams SATURDAY, Jan. 27-calories-1511, prot-95 gr (25.1%), fat-44.7 gr (26.6%), carbs-48.3%, fiber-27.8 gr. SUNDAY, Jan. 28- calories-2162, prot-107.35 (19.9%), fat-40.75 gr (16.9%), carbs-63.2%, fiber-42.15 gr. Saturday was suppose to be my above maintenance day..........but I hit 9:00 p.m. that night, with no 5th meal made yet (4th meal was a pita with hummus) and the 3rd meal was eaten at 12:00 noon. I just couldn't eat that many calories.........so I made the executive decision to make Sunday my maintenance day. Besides, with my grand-daughter's baptism on Sunday.....lots of food, cake and ice cream.......it wouldn't be hard to eat maintenance. Actually it worked out pretty good this weekend, considering we were hardly home. The fundraiser breakfast at Applebee's went well....I gave my hubby one sausage link, one pancake, and I took his eggs. I used minimum butter and syrup and drank water. The funeral lunch was next........I took one half-slice (3 oz.) of lean ham, skipped the cheesy potatoes, loaded up some raw veggies and lettuce salad, put about 1 Tbsp of dressing on my plate and dipped my fork in it, thus barely using any drsg. I took about 1/4 c. corn and skipped the cake....drank coffee and water.The 90th birthday party came next........I visited with all my hubby's relatives and didn't even go to see what food was offered. That's why I was starved when I got home, but just ate a quick meal of 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp of hummus before I started decorating my grand-daughter's cake. I started washing clothes, while I cleaned the fruits I was bringing on Sunday, did some picking up, and then cut my hubby's hair. At this point it was late, (9:00 p.m.) but I had a lot of calories to consume just to hit 25 % below maint., so that wasn't my high calorie day. I moved it back to Sunday. Venuto says not to go more than 3 days low, but I figured I'm not losing it anyway........so why not? Sunday was a better day to do it anyway. Sunday's lunch at my daughter's was a Subway party sub.....I ate one slice, no mayo, no cheese...just mustard, baked Cheetos (do you know that you can have about 34 of those for 1 oz or 130 cal.?), 14 shrimp with minimum cocktail sauce, and 1 c. of mixed fresh fruit. While they had cake and ice cream, I had 1/2 c. light vanilla ice cream and a protein/granola bar. I was beat that night, so I made grilled cheese sandwiches and soup.....made tomato soup with water, not milk.........and I made the sandwiches out of 45 cal per slice bread, with fat free Promise and a slice of 2% cheese. Even that didn't get me to my high calorie range, so I topped the night off with a banana, a mini bag of popcorn and a trail mix bar. I felt like I ate a ton of food, but came in at 2162 calories. My high day can be at an upper limit of 2175 calories. So, tomorrow (Tuesday) is weigh in day. I (scale junkie that I am) did get on it over the weekend and it was down a little bit. Didn't want to get on today, right after a high calorie day Will report in tomorrow, good or badLast edited on 30 January 2007 03:11 am by Hisgal |
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Sounds like you did excellent in spite of a very busy weekend! I also have problems at times with eating enough on my maintenance day. It would be a breeze with empty junk food calories - but that would obviously defeat our purpose huh? I try to throw in a protein shake after my workout (approx 200 - 275 cals depending on the ingredients) or an extra handful of almonds (150 cals) which I l.o.v.e. LOL and possibly some soy chips, etc. There are times when I just plain run out of time too...who wants to be stuffed at bedtime? Good luck with tomorrow's weigh in - it sounds like you already know it's good news!! Woohooo!!! And thank you so very much for your prayers in my diary. You'll never know how much I appreciate them. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Grrrrrrrrr I left my notebook at home, so I can't get my totals down tonight. Well, Tuesday morning's weigh-in was disappointing. My scale said 172.0, which was the same as the previous Tuesday. It has been down a little to 171.2 the last two mornings. I am being so good, and I was hoping for more. I really need to find time for that cardio in the morning........I'm sure that would make a difference! Anyway, 3 times to Curves so far this week, and I plan on going tomorrow. Today is maintenance day, and I'd really like to know how far along I am with calories. I am writing down what I've eaten, but so many of my figures are in that notebook. I feel like I've had a lot of grain carbs today........ I bought a can of soup the other day, that I am trying with my tuna salad sandwich tonight. It's Progresso's "vegetable classics" Lentil.....it's not too bad, it kind of grows on you. I guess that the good news is that even though the scale isn't making big changes, there is definitely more room in my pants. I could tell it in the last 3 pair I've worn. A non-scale result, for all those NSV's I've had. I haven't eaten this clean for several months and it feels good.....I just want more scale results I am going to veer off track a little this weekend.....today is a maintenance day, so the next one should be Monday....but we are having my grandson's birthday party on Sunday, and it's Super Bowl Sunday too. I'd like to make that my maintenance day, instead of just giving in and blowing the day away. And that way, I'd also not have a higher calorie day(Mon) the day before weigh in. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Whoa! I'm not sure where to start.......it's been so long since I posted anything about food. MONDAY: calories-1619, protein-124.45 (30.7%), fat-29.05 (16.1%), carbs-53.2% fiber-45 gr TUESDAY: calories-1651, protein-109.55 (26.5%), fat-25.25 (13.8%), carbs-59.7% fiber-38.3 gr WEDNESDAY: calories-1767, protein-108.9 (24.7%), fat-29.5g. (15%), carbs-60.3%, fiber-27.9% THURSDAY: MAINTENANCE DAY calories-2107, protein-149.95 (28.5%), fat-34.9 (14.9%), carbs-56.6%, fiber-65.4 gr FRIDAY: calories-1590, protein-106.55 (26.8%), fat-21.6 (12.2%), carbs-61%, fiber-37.9 gr. SATURDAY: calories-1965, protein-113.25 (23.1%), fat-60.6 (27.8%), carbs-49.1%, fiber-39 gr. SUNDAY: Super Bowl Sunday.....what do you think? I think I did really well this week, until Sunday.........we had my grandson's birthday party, and then the Super Bowl after that. I lost it with the fruit pizza My daughter was serving pizza (I offered to bring a Papa Murphy's De-Lite Veggie), and I also made a cold veggie pizza appetizer (used reduced fat crescent rolls, fat-free cream cheese and fat-free mayo, and a little bit of 2% cheddar cheese). I also brought along an nice assortment of raw veggies and fat-free dip. I skipped the birthday cake and ice cream, in favor of a (140 cal.-10 gr. protein) granola bar. I drank light lemonade and water. But, like I said, I ate way too many pieces of my daughter-in-law-to-be's fruit pizza. It is just the best recipe I've even eaten.When we got home to watch the Super Bowl, we had a ham/turkey sub (the church Youth Group was selling them as a fundraiser). I added lots of veggies, mustard and fat-free mayo to mine, but it was white bread. I had a bowl of baked Doritoes, and some shrimp with cocktail sauce during the game. I drank a light lemonade and a Smirnoff Black Ice and lots of water. Oh, I also had a handful of baked Cheetos at the birthday party. So, I don't think it was a total disaster.....but I wasn't as controlled as I'd hoped to be. I still ate a lot of food, even if most of it was smarter choices. Another thing I did over the weekend, was to average out my totals for the last few weeks.......I started writing things down again on Monday, January 15, 2007 Monday Jan. 15-Friday Jan. 19 (5 days) calories-1847, protein-125.9 (27.3%), fat-37.2gr. (18.1%), carbs-54.6%, and fiber-40.2 gr. Saturday, Jan. 20-Friday, Jan. 26-calories-1677, protein-133.9 (31.9%), fat-29.2gr (15.7%), carbs-52.4%, and fiber-39.5 gr. Saturday, Jan. 27-Friday, Feb. 2: calories-1772, protein-114.5 gr (25.9%), fat-32.25 gr (16.4%), carbs-57.7%, and fiber-40.6 gr. Well, tomorrow morning is my weigh in day. My scale looked good to me on Saturday morning..........will see what it looks like after my splurge yesterday. Saturday was a little higher than I wanted too, as we decided to go out to dinner that evening Here's to a good number on the scale tomorrow morning! |
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SUNDAY: Super Bowl Sunday.....what do you think? Exactly! Boy, did I slip. I think we're in the majority, though.I lost it with the fruit pizza Ok...that intrigues me totally! I don't think I've ever heard of fruit pizza before. What's on that pizza? (I'm drooling already lol!) I wish you good luck on your weigh in, Hisgal!   Because OWF said that Zen said this guy is good luck!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Scoobs..........you've never had fruit pizza???? I should get the recipe from my future daughter-in-law and give it to you. I have a recipe, but hers is much better It is basically a crust (sweet), with a cream cheese mixture on top, topped with any pieces of fruit you'd like (you can get real carried away with designs and colors), and a fruit glaze on top. The one on Sunday was a jelly roll pan size (10 X 15) and she thought she'd have leftovers to take to a Super Bowl party...........yah, right! Not a piece left! It's a great thing to have on a splurge or treat day, it's so yummy The weight in this morning didn't go well I was at 172.0 last Tuesday and at 172.4 this morning I was at 170.0 on Saturday morning and was flying high! Must be water weight, as my pants are looser than ever, and even the sweater I'm wearing is looser around the hips and sides. I'm doing this the right way, so it will show on the scale eventually. I have to believe that.It's still frustrating to think that one day of eating can set me back weeks!!!!! That is so not fair. I am very careful day after day, and I decide to take a break one day and the scale jumps up It's not even like I had really good food! Other than the fruit pizza and the Smirnoff Ice, every thing else was a low fat or fat free version or else legal food. Grrrrrrrrrrrr! |
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That fruit pizza sounds soooo good, Hisgal! I've never had it eaither. Don't sweat that gain. You are doing it right. The way clothes are fitting is a SUCH better indicator than stupid numbers. You didn't honestly gain two pounds just from Super Bowl Sunday, no way. clar |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks for the encouraging words, CG I know I didn't gain 2 pounds since Saturday, but it is so discouraging to see it on the scale I guess that's why it's not good to be a scale junkie However, on the other hand, being I am a scale junkie.......I had to step on this morning.......and instead of saying 172.4 like yesterday...........it said 169.8 Yessssssssssssssss! The 160's again! Finally! Thanks for all the encouragement everyone.......I know I'm doing this the right way, I just have to stick with it. And really, it's not hard, because I am eating lots of food, and it seems like it's always time for the next meal. I guess I just like to be rewarded with some progress |
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Hi Pat -- Thanks for your note! I'm jus as ready as daughter for this new baby boy to get here! Hubby and I have a date night planned for Sat. evening (church sweetheart banquet)--and since we don't plan to be home at all that night -- hubby is more worried than me!!! Imagine that!! ><> Sherry |
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Sherry, When's her due date again? |
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I see I haven't posted my totals since last Saturday..........yikes! Where does time go? SUNDAY-Super Bowl......no way did I keep track of calories MONDAY: calories-1624, protein-131.2 (32.3%), fat-30.5gr (16.9%), carbs-50.8% and fiber-33.9 gr. TUESDAY: calories-1559, protein-123.25 (31.6%), fat-23.45gr (13.5%), carbs-54.9% and fiber-25 gr. WEDNESDAY: calories-1640, protein-124.7 (30.4%), fat-31.7gr (17.4%), carbs-52.2% and fiber-43.35 gr. THURSDAY: Maintenance Day-not finished with today yet....was a good day to have maintenance! My boss is back from 6 weeks in AZ and had lunch delivered to the office so we could have staff meeting and catch her up on what's going on. Had chicken dumpling soup and shredded beef on a wheat bun ..........passed on the yummy cookies (actually, I took one and put it in a sandwich bag to bring home to the hubby-I noticed his cookie containers were all empty this morning) I am at 1686 calories and should be at 1994-2071 for maintenance day or if I want to go 5% over maintenance calories, I could eat as much as 2094-2175 calories. But I have Women's Bible Study at church tonight, so being I won't get home until around 9:00 p.m., I will shoot for the lesser amount.Scoobees, I tried Yogo Booty Ballet for the first time this morning. Finally got home from work at a more decent time the last 2 nights, so I got my lunch prepared at night and had some time in the morning. I think I will like it once I get the hang of it......sure felt like a fool doing it the first time. Good thing the hubs wasn't there....he'd have had a good laugh Do you think Turbo Jam is any easier to learn?Last edited on 9 February 2007 03:07 am by Hisgal |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Yay Hisgal!!! Congrats on your weigh in!! I am so happy you've seen wonderful progress once again!!! I know how frustrating it is to know you're doing everything the RIGHT way and not see it on the scale for a bit. Ok...how do I admit this? Hmmm...well...I STILL haven't tried my YBB!!! Of course I'm laughing hysterically right now. It's still in the box on the entertainment center...heeeheee. But in my defense...I did OPEN it once and even WATCHED a couple of the workouts (and dozed off oops) LOL! I'm so glad you've tried it though! What did ya think? I know what you mean about feeling like a fool; I saw the infomercial on TV for a second today and I feel foolish just watching them! I don't mind hubs watching me turbo jam but I don't think I could bear his laughter at this! I am so hoping it's a better workout than it appears to be. I was sorta counting on this to be a good lower impact workout for me as I am getting older and don't recover so quickly from these higher impact ones. It just looked really silly at first glance anyway...I'm used to more structured and less dancey stuff. I have good intentions on trying it though ... tomorrow will be a week since my medical stuff, so I am chomping at the bit to do something physical...maybe it should be YBB since I doubt I'll be able to follow along decent enough to work up a huge sweat LOL.Sorry I couldn't answer your question...as soon as I give it a try I'll let you know what I think, too.  |
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Thanks for the message on my diary Hisgal! I've been reading yours, I started way back on the 1st page, then skipped to the 6th, then to this one. You seem to eat so well! I guess I should also keep track of fat% and not just calories. Your fiber intake is really high too! I'm proud of myself when I get 30-40 grams, and you get 60 on some days! I know what you mean when it's exciting to get down into the lower 10's than you have been. I got so excited to see the 70's then 60, 50 and so on. Everytime I'd get into the lower half of the ten I'd be anxious for the next. It's nice that someone else plays the number game like that. Oh yeah, and I love digital scales too. I don't have one at home b/c I'm too cheap, but my gym has one, and I always round it down . Anyway, good luck to you. People like you who have been working at this for so long really inspire me to keep going and not give up too. I'm rooting for you! Sara |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks for your comments, Sara, I'm rooting for you too I appreciate it when people write their food in their diaries, because sometimes it gives me new ideas of things to eat. I don't always write my food, I go in spurts.........but I hope it will give others some ideas. If nothing else....maybe it will show them how easy it is to get fiber into your diet. If you are getting 30-40 gr. a day, you are doing really well. I saw a book promo last week on a morning news show....they were saying that women need at least 20 grams of fiber a day for heart health. That seems so low to me.........if I don't have at least 30 gr. a day, my first thought is that I didn't have enough fruits and veggies Scoobees...........I was sure you would have done YBB already! You seem to have so much energy and are exercising all the time, compared to me Of course, don't push it right now, until you know you are healed from your tests. I tried it again this morning,(we need an icon with a full belly laugh) and I can't remember the name of it, but I did the same one as yesterday. It would still have been hilarious to watch me..........but I felt a little more coordinated. One of the others that I'd watched when I first got the DVD, looked like more of a cardio workout than this one. I might try that one tomorrow. Some of the moves I don't do, just because I don't want the knee and hip to start hurting again.........so I just continue doing the last thing they were working on, until they move on to something I feel I can do. The only difference is when they shimmy their booty, it doesn't jiggle like mine does. Jiggle...........that doesn't seem like the right word.........is there a word for large amounts of fat and flesh bouncing up and down? |
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THURSDAY, JAN 8: Maintenance Day (yessss!) Meal 1: Fiber One cereal, light soy milk, cottage cheese, pineapple Snack : lite yogurt, Special K snacks Meal 2: chicken dumpling soup, hot shredded beef on wheat bun (office lunch) Snack: sugar free Lifesavers, Kashi trial mix bar Meal 3: tuna salad sandwich on whole grain, tomato soup, chicken dumpling soup Meal 4: 2 whole grain toast, 2% cheese slice, 1/2 whole grain pita with fat free cream cheese, 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 1/2 c. pineapple TOTALS: calories-2053, protein-132.55 gr.(25.8%), fat-42.2 gr (18.5%), carbs-55.7% and fiber-45.2 grams Thursday was a strange day.........because of the lunch at the office, Bible Study at night (so I worked late-until I left for church), and then having to many calories to use up for my last meal at night. I got home at 9:00, and didn't make the food I'd mentally planned for dinner....too tired.  But, the totals ended up coming out OK, I just didn't seem to have any veggies for the day. |
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We really do need a full belly laugh icon! I can totally picture myself in full YBB mode...and it's not pretty. I definitely will have more than a jiggle with my shimmy! Yikes!!! It's good to know you already feel more coordinated after only the seond time. And yeah, I would have thought I'd already have done it, too. I procrastinate alot. I was happy with my rotation of turbo jam with the elliptical/bike and wasn't ready for a change, I guess. That's my story and I'm sticking to it LOL. I really think I'll try it tomorrow. I have a good portion of the afternoon free...Hmmmm...Last edited on 10 February 2007 03:38 am by Scoobees |
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Hey Pat - I've been reading thru your posts and find it very inspiring that you are hanging in there. I am soooo glad I found this Forum. My only problem now will be to pace myself and not spend too much time here ! I didn't read all the way thru all your posts - but, it looks like you started out on the ETL plan and now you are using the BFFM - am I correct? I bought the ETL book a long time ago - but, honestly after looking at it - I just don't see it as something I could do long term. I just like my meat too much. But, in keeping with what the ETL book suggests - I have really increased my fruits and veggies. Main thing is that you can eat sooo much of them for so little calories! And, Lordy, don't ya know I loves to eat! Well, that stands to reason - or I wouldn't have the weight problem or even be here- now would I? Keep on Keeping on! |
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Scoobs, wouldn't you know it........I get up early this morning to tackle YBB again....and the hubs decides to get up early too Well I had the DVD in already, so I continued on. He stayed through the whole thing and didn't even laugh at me or make any comments when I didn't do everything, but skipped the things I knew would put something out of adjustment I think he was just watching the good looking women on the tape So, I am proud to say, I've done that DVD 3 days in a row I sure never thought I'd do that! You must be contagious, Scoobees Now if I could just do something about all this extra skin!! I swear that after 50, it has no elasticity left. I'd love to be able to just cut it off! Hootmom, you are right....I was on Eat to Live when I joined this forum. I never thought I could give up so much meat either, but it wasn't nearly as hard as I thouight it would be. I am following the BFFM plan for zig-zagging right now, in an effort to just get this weight off. However, I am a bit worried about what it is doing to my cholesterol and triglyceride numbers. I like eating 5 meals a day, and it makes sense to me to try to keep them each around 300 calories, so your body can burn each meal off. However, I do still try to push the fruits and veggies. My usual lunch is a huge salad, loaded with a good variety of other veggies, and either black beans or chickpeas. But, when I did follow Eat to Live, I only ate about 12 oz. of animal products a week. I got used to it, and it was no problem. The book had a lot of good info in it though! You know what surprised me??? I had switched back to 1% milk, as I usually kept it in the house for when my son or grandsons were home. But I picked up some soy milk again about 2 weeks ago, not using it for a week........but I found that I really enjoyed the taste of it again! And I did love my homemade veggie pizzas.........whole grain pitas, tomato sauce and seasonings, veggies and soy cheese (mozzarella flavored). I really like the food I'm eating now..........will be nice if I can drop the weight while eating it. I just love this forum, and the friends I've made here. It is what has kept me going.....despite my ups and downs. I'm sure you will too |
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Hisgal---I hear you about extra skin---I have not taken off enough to notice yet, but I fear that it is unavoidable---If I lose all 200 extra lbs I just know it is going to be there---I read something about "brushing" the skin---It is easy and cheep---You take a natural bristle brush and "brush" you skin when it is dry. If nothing else, it feels nice---Just a thought---Luckily the doctors can cut it off. Keep up the good work-- By the way, did you ever think that your husband was watching you when you were exercising and not the girl on the tape??? I am sure you are looking hot!! |
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OK, got to report my food totals: FRIDAY: Calories-1594, protein-131.2gr (32.9%), fat-28.1gr (15.9%), carbs-51.2% and fiber-30.6 gr. SATURDAY: calories-1619, protein-117.2 (30%), fat-35.75gr (19.9%), carbs-50.1% and fiber-36.1 gr. I ate a big lunch on Saturday (high calories), so really had to cut the other 3 meals I had left. Was hoping to have some low fat microwave popcorn tonight, but I had 2 pieces of salmon for dinner, so no popcorn. I am trying to figure something out......Monday and Friday should be my maintenance days. But, I'd like to splurge a little on Valentine's Day, and again on Thursday, when the office is going out after work to my favorite Mexican restaurant, and then next Sunday, we are taking the kids and families out to celebrate my son's and daughter's birthdays. They chose the Roadhouse Grill...........anybody else familiar with this? Hubs and I were there a few years ago. Well, I pulled their nutritional info off the internet.... A slab of babyback ribs is 1610 calories and 123 grams of fat!!! I think it's safe to say I won't be having that. But, 6 of their salad entrees have over 100 grams of total fat each I am going to have to do some serious studying of the nutrition info and plan ahead and stick to it........or it will be sticking to me |
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Congrats on doing that dvd 3 days in a row! I need to get on a roll like you. Isn't it hard to do the workout when you know hubs is watching? Mine has never laughed at me...yet...but did make fun of my 'wimpy' uppercut punches that one time... Booger. However, today I actually waited for him to leave before I put in my YBB dvd. Yes, you heard right - I finally tried one!!!! I knew I'd be embarrassed enough so I waited till he went to work. You know what? I LIKED it alot!! I thought I'd be really let down, but was pleasantly surprised. I'm one of those people who always read the directions, do thing by the book, etc. so I started with the recommended Day 1 dvd which is Total Toning Basics. The warm up went fine...the ballet section proved once again that I have NO balance and am as graceful as an elephant but was fun, the yoga part blew my mind however. I can't believe how weak I am now, and how much core strength I am lacking. Wow. My upper body is sore ALREADY. If I had to do one more downward dog or beetle squat - Ugh. The cardio/weights part was easy and a tad boring but what can you expect. I was grateful the abs portion was quick...but all in all I think I did pretty good...and the 45 min went fast.I skimmed through the rest of the workouts and I am really intimidated with the booty shakin' and stuff LOL. I've noticed that the rest of the workouts all have a portion of cardio mixed with portions of ballet, yoga, and abs. I guess it's like a one stop shop for everything. I'm used to more cardio, so I don't know how this will all work with weight loss. After the first week maybe I'll add some on my own.Oops...sorry Hisgal for going on and on! I guess I should have put all this in my own diary LOL!!! I was just so excited to tell you that I actually dusted off my YBB! Hurray!!! Last edited on 12 February 2007 04:03 am by Scoobees |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Scoobs, I can't believe I did it 3 days in a row either! I gave myself Sunday off, and this morning I dug out an old "Sweatin' to the oldies" tape. I think when I bought it, I was so overweight and out of shape, that I never did do an entire session. Let me tell you I was sweatin'! I liked it! My heartrate for a 10-second count was about 4-5 beats higher than I get it at Curves, but then that is mostly resistance machines. If mine gets too high there, I just take it a little easier on the recovery stations. They really stress keeping your heartrate in the right range, so you actually burn fat. Glad to hear you liked YBB........I should go back and do the first DVD. I watched it a couple of times, but that was when my knee and hip were really hurting. They are much better now. |
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You reminded me of my Sweatin' to the Oldies2 tape I have! I think I'll get it out and try it as well!!!! It was really fun - and I liked the music! I don't know if I'll be able to get through the whole thing or not - it's 55 minutes! I have been looking for some other work out videos. I'd like to find some that last only about 20 to 30 minutes. Seems like everything I have right now last close to an hour. After getting up and starting work at 6 AM - coming home - and fixing supper - it's a challenge to dedicate more than 30 minutes a day to my workout. Tell me some more about the YBB dvd you and Scoobees are talking about! Guess what!? I have made it 24 hours without getting on the scales! Baby steps...so tempting.... |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Tell me some more about the YBB dvd you and Scoobees are talking about! Hootmom, YBB is Yoga Booty Ballet. I saw it on an infomercial and ordered it from Amazon.com. I think Scoobees got hers at Sam's Club? It's a combination of the three things in the title. Some of the yoga "talk" is really weird to me, but I've liked the workout. If I get to something I can't do, I just continue doing the last thing that I could do. I've watched some, but the only one I've actually done is Cardio Cabaret (about 30 minutes). I think it's actually kind of fun, and I do work up a sweat.....which is what I'm going for. My ballet skills and core strength are zero! But each time through, I get a little stronger and better at it. I need to try out the other 2 DVD's that came with it. I'll let you know what I think after I try those.I loved the music on my Sweatin to the Oldies. And I was thinking mine lasted about 45 minutes. It was a good workout......got me sweatin' and the heart pumping Congrats on holding out with the scale. Was wishing I hadn't gotten on mine this morning I feel like I'm doing things right, but the scale is being so stubborn. I go to Curves most every weekday, and now have added morning, fasted cardio also. I keep a detailed food dairy, tracking protein, fat, carbs and fiber. I was expecting great things this morning.............I was up 1.2 lbs. But, later this morning I realized why............TTOM again! Here's hoping next Tuesday goes better! |
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Do you keep track of your Body Fat % in any way? I know the electro method isn't that accurate (seems highly dependent on hydration) but would be interesting to know if that is improving. JM |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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No, JM, I don't. I have been seriously considering ordering a calipers to check it.....but have been working so much lately, that I just haven't taken time to do it. But, this was a good reminder. Thanks! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Whoa! Better get my totals down..........I've been keeping track SUNDAY, FEB 11: calories-1532, protein-122.55 (32%), fat-28.1 (16.5%), carbs-51.5% and fiber 39.2 gr MONDAY, FEB 12: Maintenance Day : calories-2063, protein-144.2 (28%), fat-36.9 (16.1%), carbs-55.9%, and fiber 44.8 grTUESDAY, FEB 13: calories-1654, protein-137 (33.1%), fat-31.7 (17.2%), carbs-49.7% and fiber 43.5 gr WEDNESDAY, FEB 14: calories-1508, protein-129.75 (34.4%), fat-31 (18.5%), carbs-47.1% and fiber 40.4 gr. Tuesday, 2/13 was weigh in day...................171.2 lbs previous Tuesday, 2/6 was at 172.4 lbs. This appears to be progress, but I know that most days in between, I weighed in at 169. I know it's water weight-TTOM My original plan, when I started zig-zagging, was to do this until Lent started. If I wasn't making good progress..........I was going to go back to a strict Eat to Live. I know I can drop weigh on that plan. However, to do that, I need to drop most all breads, rice, pastas. I have really been enjoying my light bread, whole grain pitas and flat wraps and brown rice.....also baked yams. I like what I am eating now, and have a good variety of foods to choose from. I read on a BFFM for Women forum, that most people don't do the zig-zagging correctly. She said you need to keep the carbs at 30% for 3 days, and high for 1 day, etc. But, what I am doing now, seems to be like the Wendie plan and that works for others. Am I just so sensitive to carbs that I can't lose weight on a regular basis while eating them????????? I LOVE THEM DEARLY!!! Lent starts next Wednesday...............I've got some serious thinking and analyzing to do |
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It looks like you've been doing well though. If you weigh 169 lbs., that's 3.4 lbs. lost in a week while eatting carbs! It seems to be like you're doing great! Plus, even if the other diet makes you drop weight faster, if it's going to be #%@&! for you not being able to eat carbs, then is it worth it? I know I would rather drop weight at a slower pace and have fun doing it than lose weight quickly while dying for a piece of bread. I guess it's different for every person though. Good luck with which ever one you choose |
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You are doing GREAT! From Tuesday to Tuesday you lost 1-1/2 pounds! Woo Hoo! I don't know about you - but, I think 1 to 2 pounds a weeks i s something to celebrate!!!!! Keep up the good work!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks for the input......you guys are right. It's just that I started this on Jan. 2 at 176.8, and had a goal of 2 lbs per week, so I could be at goal weight by my son's wedding in June. So far it's at 5.6 lbs. in 6 weeks. I was hoping for more than that. Maybe if I cut back on some of the breads? It's so good to have others to point out the obvious to you sometimes Thanks to both of you |
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I know how you feel. I started out thinking - I'll be glad to lose 2 lbs a week - now, that's a healthy, do-able goal. Well, when that didn't work, then I decided - If I could only see 1 lb a week - then - it may take longer - but, I could live with that. Then I figured - well - 1/2 lb a week - if only. So - I have a little bit of the "envy" when I see people achieve even a little bit of weight loss! BUT - even at 1 pound a week or so, you'll still be a lot thinner (and healthier) for your son's wedding - and he'll still be just as proud of you! (Plus, you don't want to "steal the show" - with all that weight loss!) LOL -JustKidding |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I almost forgot.........I had a big NSV I went out to dinner and drinks last night with the office crew (hubs couldn't make it, as he had a meeting to go to)..........and we went to my favorite Mexican restaurant, and............................I nibbled on NO chips and salsa, I ordered the veggie burrito and only ate half of it, and I drank water and 1 glass of cabernet ! When I got home, I still had 100 calories left to hit my unadjusted RMR! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I know how you feel. I started out thinking - I'll be glad to lose 2 lbs a week - now, that's a healthy, do-able goal. Well, when that didn't work, then I decided - If I could only see 1 lb a week - then - it may take longer - but, I could live with that. Then I figured - well - 1/2 lb a week - if only. So - I have a little bit of the "envy" when I see people achieve even a little bit of weight loss! That's it exactly, Hootmom! I had such high hopes.....and they are slowly coming down. Thanks for reminding me of my progress so far...........I keep thinking about the fact that I was at 160 at the beginning of Nov...........let myself put these pounds back on over the holidays.............and I WANT THEM OFF..........YESTERDAY! I also need to remind myself of how far I've come........a couple of years ago, I was at 247 lbs. And now I am complaining about 169-171? What am I thinking of? I have many blessings to count!Well, I know that I'll survive..........with the help of all my friendsThanks, everyone! Last edited on 16 February 2007 11:05 pm by Hisgal |
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Yay Hisgal! That's a huge NSV! The chips & salsa get me every single time. I would munch mindlessly on them until they're gone...and unfortunately refilled once again LOL. Definitely remind yourself often of how far you've come. To think you've come all the way from 247 pounds is mind-blowing! But I know exactly how you feel when you check the scale and it's not going down as fast as you'd like...are we done yet?? I want it yesterday, too. And I also forget how far I've come and the need to celebrate that one pound loss when it comes. In my case lately, sometimes the 1/2 pound even! I was way too focused on the end result for most of my journey and missed celebrating those smaller victories along the way.
Exactly!!!! You go girl! We will get there...no doubt in my mind whatsoever!!!  |
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OK you guys you got me with that one. What is an NSV? I'll guess it means something something victory right? Patchers |
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You got it Patchers! It stands for Non-Scale Victory. One of our members here, Skipperdox brought it to us from one of her Weight Watchers meetings and it totally stuck with us. It really opened up my eyes to 'other victories' besides just what the ole scale says...whether it's a pair of pants that suddenly gets loose, resisting a to-die-for treat, a fabulous compliment, etc..anything that confirms we are on that road to wellness. Kinda neat, ya know? |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yesterday was a maintenance day..........after keeping the calories low for 3 days, these days seem like an abundance of calories.........almost more than I can eat. I'd been eating my usual for the day, and the hubs asked if I would bring a pizza home. Well, I checked the Papa Murphy's site, and found I could 1/2 of a Hawaiian De-Lite for 700 calories. I usually keep each meal lower than that, calorie-wise, but pizza sounded so good..........and I had been so good. So, I brought it home and it was very satisfying. I actually had quite a few calories left after that, so I had an apple with fat free vanilla yogurt for a dip, a mini-popcorn bag and some peanuts too. However, I got carried away on the peanuts and ended up about 60 calories over my maintenance calories However, if I'd eaten all those foods a couple of years ago, I would never would have been at 2200 calories for the day.......I'd have kept going on the peanuts, eaten a regular pizza loaded with greasy meat, etc. and ended up with 4-5000 calories for the day. One of my new favorite meals: a turkey wrap (whole grain flat wrap, spread with 2 Tbsp. fat free cream cheese, 2 slices lean turkey sandwich meat, 1 Tbsp 2% cheddar shreds and roll it up....serve with 2 Tbsp salsa) with a salad of cole slaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple, 1/8 c. golden raisins and 2 Tbsp. l.f. sesame ginger drsg. (389 calories, 29.5% protein, 15.3% fat and 55.2% carbs, 14.1 gr. fiber. Sunday will be the challenge......to often I have planned what I'm going to eat at a restaurant...........then order something definitely higher in calories and fat. That's why I was so excited about my NSV at the Mexican restaurant the other night. |
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That pizza sounds SO good. I am about ready to indulge...it's been too long. Usually when our son comes home to visit on the weekend once or twice a month we order pizza. He's the real pizza lover, my hubs will eat it but it's not his fave thing, and ME - well...I can't control myself so we rarely order it unless son is home LOL. And, if I remember right...he's coming home next weekend!! |
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I soo love pizza too!!! I'm so glad that Patchers asked about what a NSV was! I was going to ask - when I some time to spend on here!!!! Glad to learn about that - you-all are right - it IS important to celebrate those NSVs!!! We get so excited (or down) over what the scales say - and there ARE other ways to gage how we're doing! - Anyway...Hisgirl: Congratulations on the Biggg NSV!!!! Good for you!!I was telling a friend at church this morning that I have learned so much about foods - and the unhealthy way we eat since I have started to watch my calories. Even some of the Salads at resturants are sooo bad!!!! We used to eat out all the time - now I hardly want to!!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, guys! I know how you feel about , and that's why I felt so good about picking the De-Lite to indulge with. At least this way, I could indulge and still be "legal" (sort of) Had another NSV today. It was the big meal out at the Roadhouse Grill..........for the birthday party. I DID NOT eat any of the salted in the shell peanuts, that were in abundance on the table! And when I ordered, I got the grilled chicken breast with teriyaki sauce, a bowl of veggie beef soup, rice pilaf and a side of steamed broccoli. I brought half of the rice and chicken home to have for dinner. So, my meal out came to 450 calories, 31.6% protein, 31% fat, 37.4% carbs and 5.5 gr. fiber. I am heating the leftovers up right now for dinner, and I will still have enough calories leftover for a mini bag of low fat popcorn Last night, we went to a wedding dance. I sipped one glass of merlot all night long. It was too late to have my fifth meal when we got home, but I did manage to eat just above my unadjusted RMR. I feel so good about myself right now..........I am just flying high! I could have splurged Thursday night at the Mexican restaurant, Friday night I could have had regular pizza, Saturday night I could have had too many drinks, and today I could have splurged again at the Roadhouse Grill. But I didn't........I stayed within my calorie ranges and made healthy choices. I think I heard this many year's ago at a Weight Watcher's meeting .........NOTHING TASTES AS GOOD AS LOSING WEIGHT FEELS! Now, let's just hope the scale reflects the actions this week! Oh, by the way, I rewarded myself with a few clothes when we stopped at the Burnsville Mall after lunch.........I shopped the sales racks at Sears......I love their Covington line of clothes........I got a matching 3 piece suit separates....jacket (11.99), flared bottom skirt (7.99), pants (7.99) and a red blouse (7.99), and a black velvet jacket (11.99). Ooooooooohhhhhhhh, I love sales. Oh yeah, I bought them in a size 10, so they are tight...........and I will use them to measure my progress in weight and fat loss. |
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Ohhhh Girl what I wouldn't give to see 160!! You give me hope lol.. Ya know today I will begin working out on my treadmill 30 minutes a day.. nothing heavy just walking. Gonna pick it up today, no time yesterday, so I'll see what happens .. I may need to increased to about 1900 like they suggested :o) Wow I don't know how I'll eat all that now that I have curved my appetite Shooey! I need to go back and read up again, now that I will be more active! Thanks for the encouragement it means sooooo much !~SmallerMe |
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HISGAL, You are raking in the NSV's lately!!!!!!!!! Yahhooo!! That is terrific!! I hear ya on the pizza nemesis!! I LOVE IT TOO!! Unfortunately, SO does my husband so neither of us is SAFE when its here!!! I indulged in MANY slices of SICILIAN pizza this weekend-wooo was it deeeelicious! But, I what you wrote from a WW meeting:Nothing tastes as good as losing weight feels!!! I must remember that!!!I think you are doing great!! Great job resisting those chips and salsa (We both LOVE MEXICAN TOO!!) I think your weight loss is fantastic AND look how FAR YOU HAVE COME!! Keep in mind the LONG TERM!! You were 247 pounds!! You are 75 pounds thinner now!!!!!!!!!!! AMAZING!! |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Ya know I went back and read Nir suggestion and for me to become lightly active.. walking 30 minutes a day my calories should be 2427 if I stay at 1765 my RMR that would only be a 662 deficit I think that's purty good .. what ya think? Gonna see how it goes this week, before increasing.. I think I just need to get on the move to increase my metabolism even more.. What are your thoughts? Can you remember where you were at 247 I know our makeup could be different I'm 5'4 43 yrs old :o) Man, I hope I have it right this time ~SmallerMe |
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Great motivational quote! Congrats on the big NSV's. Now that I know what they are I will be paying more attention to the NSV's in my life too. Congratulations again Patchers |
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Yay Hisgal! You're having huge NSV's!!! Congrats on being able to choose so sensibly when it would have been sooo very easily to indulge. You should feel so awesome about that! I am all for the clothes-rewarding thang LOL. I've done it so much I have to let my credit cards cool down a bit so I can pull them out again for Spring LOL. But this is the time of year for all the big sales! The last time I was at Penney's about 2 weeks ago, I only spent $90...and do you know what I got??? A scarf, 2 t-shirts, 2 sweatshirts, a purse, and a leather jacket!!!! No joke!!! I was eyeing that jacket for some time and I'm so glad I waited. From $200 down to $89 to $29! I am totally echoing your 'I love sales'!Anyway, congrats again...and know that you are inspiring all of us to keep it up! Last edited on 19 February 2007 10:55 pm by Scoobees |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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...and know that you are inspiring all of us to keep it up! Thanks, Scoobees! But I know we are all supporting and inspiring each other. So many of you have inspired me to keep going or to start over again at different times. I don't know what I'd do without and all my wonderful supporting friends here. I'm so glad you are here! And the neat thing is that I keep making new ones too, as others joinThanks again, Peter, for this wonderful place |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, I see it's been a week since I posted my totals, so here goes: Thursday, Feb. 15-Tuesday, Feb. 20 (includes 2 maintenance days) Calories: 1605 2237 1465 1600 1638 2131 Protein (%): 22.9% 25.8% 26.6% 28.5% 31% 26.1% Fat (%): 13.8% 32.5% 16.3% 25.6% 18% 21.2% Carbs (%): 63.3% 41.7% 57.1% 45.9% 51% 52.7% Fiber: (grams) 52.6 42.2 32.75 27 39.5 37.5 In an earlier entry, I wrote:
Today is Ash Wednesday...........I have a decision to make. By the way, Tuesday was weigh in day for me. On 2/13/07 I was 171.2 lbs...........on 2/20/07 I was at 168.8 lbs. I was there 2 days in a row, so it's probably accurate. Should be rid of all water weight this week. Now, I see that my NSV's are finally showing up on the scale That's always good! I quickly took a few minutes this morning to check out BFFM and carb cycling. The book says that some call it zig-zagging. But, from what I read, the zig-zagging I've been doing had been with calories, and the BFFM book talks of cycling the carbs. So, you eat 3 days of low carbs (around 30%) and then 1 day of high carbs. It says this is one method of dropping pounds for even the most stubborn body. And mine seems to be stubborn about giving up the pounds. So rather than going back to Eat to Live, and giving up my beloved breads, etc. (I did that last year for Lent, because I knew I could lose weight that way....and I did.......about 18 lbs. if I remember right) I am going to try BFFM's carb cycling. It actually reminds me of WL4I, but I will get to choose the foods. Because I've religiously tracked the calories, protein, fat, carbs and fiber in all the meals I've eaten since Jan. 2, I can go back through my notebook and see which meals fit the plan. Some are OK as is, others I can tweak a bit to get them to fit. I know I am being impatient here.......I want this weight off so bad........and I want it off in plenty of time to find a Mother-of-the-groom dress. I don't want to go shopping on June 15th (wedding is the 16th ) because I am hoping to lose that last 5-10 lbs. I want it all off a few weeks before the wedding, so I can find a dress that fits, that I know will fit the day of the wedding.I had another NSV yesterday! The office ordered in pizza. I suggested they have one thin crust veggie or canadian bacon. They did get one........and guess what? By the time I got to it, I was able to eat only one piece! Everyone else must have thought it looked good too, there was hardly any left. But they still ate the meat lovers, pepperoni and sausage pizzas. So, if they weren't going to watch their calories and fat, I wish they would have eaten the others, and left me one more piece. But, as back-up, I had brought along a bowl with a double serving of cole slaw mix, 1/8 c. golden raisins and my low fat sesame ginger dressing. So, instead of out, like I would have in the past.....just because it was there...........I had one piece and my salad. I could have told myself that I was really still hungry and had the pepperoniYeah for me! Another NSV.....hopefully one to show up on the scale next week! I think the best lesson I've learned....is to be prepared. Then I have no excuse for overeating or indulging in things I shouldn't. The high carbs days (like the high calorie days I've been having) should give me the opportunity to eat some of my favorite foods, and help to keep me from binging on foods I shouldn't. So, here goes.................bring on Easter Sunday! Here's hoping there is more than one victory celebrated that day! |
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So true! That is an absolute must for me too. It's all in the planning. You are an inspiration to me Hisgal. Thank you.
Would anyone else like to keep track and see how much weight we can each lose by Easter? It would be interesting to see how much a combined total would be if we were all concentrating on this 6 week period of Lent. Do you think those of us that aren't near maintainance could each lose 10 pounds by then? I'm in, what about you Hisgal? Patchers |
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WOW!!!! 2.4 loss in one week!!!! That's sooo great Hisgal!!! Looks like what you are doing right now is working!!!! Congratualtions!!! Let me know if the carb cycling works better than what you are doing now!!! |
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Patchers,Would anyone else like to keep track and see how much weight we can each lose by Easter? It would be interesting to see how much a combined total would be if we were all concentrating on this 6 week period of Lent. Do you think those of us that aren't near maintainance could each lose 10 pounds by then? I'm in, what about you Hisgal? I'm in! That's how I got most of my first 90 lbs off........small goals, set with friends10 lbs. in 6 weeks is certainly do-able, right? I've been trying to do my workout videos in addition to Curves. Hoping that upping the cardio will produce more results. The 2.4 lbs. wasn't all in one week, I'm sorry to say.....was retaining fluids last week. But, it's going in the right direction I suppose I'll get sick of the higher protein meals in the carb cycling.........but I want to give it a try, and see if Tom Venuto knows what he's talking about. It's really hard to get the carbs down to 30% though. I'm trying to incorporate some breads in the 2 morning meals, and make the others lean meat with pure veggies. Yesterday's totals were 44.9% protein, 17.3% fat and 37.8% carbs. The first week or two might be spent figuring out some meals that will fit into the mold. I'm sure I'll be looking forward to every 4th day, when I get to eat higher carbs. It sure is interesting to track the numbers, though. I'm learning alot! Will let you all know how it goes! |
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Hi Hisgal thanks for the note of encouragement the other day I needed it :o) I see you are switching it up too.. hey something has to give! Ya know I've been on silly diets that had results and this time I'm eating healthy and exercising which is like WOW for me and I seem to be at a stand still. It's unbelieveable!! It sounds like you are doing a lil bit of the Atkins? at least for a few days.. I lost quite a bit of weight on the Atkins once.. gained it all back but I wonder if this time would be different since I am eating better. Shoooey I'm still trying to get over this hump! lol Can you give me an idea of your meals? Like how much fruit are you eating daily... I hope you have lots of success this week... and me too! ~SmallerMe |
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Smallerme, In Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle, Tom Venuto says to not ever eat 30% carbs for more than 3 days in a row. " After 3 days in a row on low carbs, your glycogen levels will be almost completely depleted. If you were to continue on low carbs for a 4th, 5th day or beyond, you would notice your energy and training intensity begin to diminish. You would also notice that your muscles would "flatten out" and become softer. Your metabolic rate would begin to slow down and your thyroid gland would decrease its output of thyroid hormone. Basically, your diet would become less and less effective the longer you stayed on low carbohydrates beyond the 3 day period. Your body is so "smart", it simply makes changes in physiology and metabolism to compensate for the prolonged lack of carbohydrates (which it interprets as starvation). That's why you have to "shake things up" and keep your body off guard by throwing in a high carbohydrate day every 4th day." He also says, "The high day also makes your entire diet easier to stick with because no matter how difficult it is to get through those 3 low days, you have a "high day" to look forward to. The "high day" also bypasses all the side effects. You get noticeably leaner with every 3-day low carb cycle......Carb cycling also prevents your body from becoming inefficient at using carbohydrates for energy.......Your body become lazy and inefficient at burning carbohydrates. When you eat them again after a long absence, your body doesn't know what to do with them. This is one of the reasons you will simply blow up overnight and gain back weight the minute you re-introduce carbohydrates after a long absence. Unless you plan on never eating a carbohydrate ever again, you'd better think twice about long-term carbohydrate restriction." That probably explains why, when I did Atkins a couple of years ago, I lost weight at first, then plateaued. Then when I went off, I gained weight back. I've done a lot of things to mess my body up...diet-wise. On my low carb days, I only eat the "starchy carbs" for the first 3 meals of the day. For the 4th and 5th meals, I eat lean protein and fibrous (veggie) carbohydrates. There is a section, under BFFM in this forum, about what to eat, where I posted some of my meals, if you want to check it out. I'm still trying to figure out my meals and get my percentages right........so my meals might look a little more balanced in a few weeks, after I get the hang of this. I will post my meals for these first 4 days and my percentages. Fruit is suppose to be eaten in the first 2 meals of the day, ideally on BFFM. Another technique to use is to taper calories..........you eat your biggest calorie meals in the morning and taper your calories down through the meals you eat for the day. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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THE BEGINNING OF CARB-CYCLING Wednesday, Feb. 21 to Saturday, Feb. 24 Calories-Protein-Fat-Carbs-Fiber 1587 178/44.9% 30.55/17.3% 37.8% 37.5 gr. 1598 209.4/52.4% 32.8/18.5% 29.1% 36.75 gr. 1596 170.15/42.6% 43.1/24.3% 33.1% 27 gr. 2185 151/27.6% 63.5/26.2% 46.2% 41 gr. Smallerme wanted to know what my meals looked like, so I am going to post my meals for these 4 days. I am still trying to figure out what to eat to get my totals to fit the protein-fat-carb mold, and still be foods I like, without getting to repetitive. I don't want to get tired of eating the same foods all the time, but I have noticed that when the people on this forum post their exact foods, they do often eat the same things over and over. I guess it has to do with knowing the nutritional content of those foods, liking those foods, and for me it's also partly the convenience of the food which fits into the categories I need to fulfill my nutritional parameters. So here goes........if anyone has any comments or suggestions, let me know. I need new ideas, for sure. I am going to cook up a bunch of skinless, boneless chicken today. I love to sautee mushrooms, onions, peppers with non-stick spray and throw in some chicken and some marinade or cooking sauce for flavor. WEDNESDAY: Egg Beaters, scrambled with onions and portabella mushrooms, turkey bacon and topped with a slice of 2% cheese, 1 slice whole grain toast, 8 oz V-8 veggie juice.....tuna salad with fat free mayo on 2 slices whole grain bread and an EAS protein drink......romaine, cole slaw mix, onion, peppers, sugar snap peas, 1/2 c. black beans, 6 oz shrimp, low-fat rasp. vinegrette drsg......1 c. 1% cottage cheese, Slimbody protein drink.....turkey wrap (2 slices turkey meat, whole grain flat wrap, 2 Tbsp. fat free cream cheese, 1 Tbsp. 2% shredded cheese), 2 Tbsp. salsa, 1 C. sugar free jello with 2 Tbsp fat free Cool Whip THURSDAY: 2 serv muesli, 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 11 raw almonds.....EAS choc protein drink, fat free yogurt.........1/2 of above salad, 1/2 c. black beans, turkey wrap, 2 Tbsp salsa, 2 Tbsp. rasp vinegrette drsg......1/3 batch of turkey (ground turkey, onions, peppers, diced tomatoes), Zone protein snack bar......1/2 whole grain pita, 2 Tbsp fat free cream cheese, 3 oz shrimp, 1 Tbsp. cocktail sauce. FRIDAY: Egg Beaters with veggies, turkey bacon and cheese, 1 sl. whole grain toast, EAS choc protein drink.....tuna salad sandwich, 11 raw almonds.....ground turkey with veggies, 1/2 bag of raw mini carrots....Zone protein bar, 1/2 whole grain pita with 1 Tbsp. hummus, sugar free jello with ff Cool Whip.....6 oz. baked ham, 2 servings cole slaw mix with low fat sesame ginger dressing. SATURDAY: MAINTENANCE DAY/HIGH CARB DAY: 2 serv. muesli, 1/2 c. cottage cheese, 1/8 c. golden raisins....1/2 pita with hummus, jello w/ cool whip, Be Powered protein bar....1/2 Hawaiian Papa Murphy's De-Lite pizza.....turkey sandwich (2 slice whole grain bread, 2 slices turkey meat, 1 slice 2% cheese, fat free mayo), 2 serv. cole slaw mix w/sesame ginger drsg.....1 1/2 pieces of baked salmon, 2 servings green beans, 1 serving of instant red potatoes. I see the menu's above are lacking in fruit.........I only have a couple of apples on hand right now. I have some fruit ordered from the band at a local school fundraiser. So, will have a box of grapefruit, apples and pears arriving in about a week. In BFFM, yogurt is counted in the same category as fruits, and should be eaten in the morning meals. Only Friday was low in fiber (by my standards) but still close to 30 grams. BFFM's "model" for carb cycling suggests 1400 calories for the 3 low days and 1800 calories for the one high day. Although he does say to adjust for your own plan. My unadjusted RMR is 1494, so I don't want to go below that. I am shooting for about 25% below maintenance for the low days and maintenance/5% above maintenance for the high day. Well there is my first low/high carb cycle........and this morning I am up to 169.6 lbs. Will have to see how long it takes to kick in and get results. This is suppose to work for even the most endomorph or carb sensitive body type. We will see!I was hoping that shoveling the 12 inches of snow we got over the last 2 days, would help to burn off more calories! By the way, I was at Curves 4 days this week, and did fasted cardio 5 mornings this week, and 2 mornings of snow shoveling which really got the heart rate up there.....it was very wet and heavy snow! |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Hiya Pat how are you doing so far.. I have thought long and hard and have decided to adopt an Atkins approach for 2 wks .. I have been successful at Atkins once before but I failed when I went right back to my unhealthy eating.. this time I have already won the war on junk foods, sweets, soda pop So I have decided to begin a low carb diet.. today! I love meat and salads!! Eat it mostly for dinners already! I gotta try something.. I have barely lost a thing this entire month I am eating 1800 calories, walking 2 miles a day on my treadmill and I have empty water bottles all over the place lol but still nothing.. I think the oatmeal, granola and low fat, high cal carbs has done me in So I am cutting them all out for nowI am aiming for 30-50g of carbs daily .. What ya think? I know you are doing a 4 day maintenance day and I may adopt that plan also after the 2 week induction so I can lose slower.. BUT STILL LOSE!! lol I hope no one beats me up because the scale is already beating me up I'll let ya know how it goes thanks for the menu sample ..After my 2 wks I'm gonna try the 3 day low and 4th day high and see what happens :o) I can only keep trying! ~SmallerMe |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Smallerme, Good luck with your new plan. However, I do agree with Nir and the quote above from Tom Venuto's BFFM. I kind of worry about you cutting your carbs so low for more than 3 days. Let us know how it goes.Tomorrow is Tuesday, and my regular weigh in day. I almost dread it....not because of what I've eaten though. I weigh and measure almost everything, and I don't snitch anything. I dread it because it seems like no matter what I do, it doesn't want to move. I wonder if it's because of my age and peri-menopause? The only symptoms I've had so far is night sweats....but maybe the difficulty in losing weight has started? I hope not! I really want this weight off so badlyI feel like I put so much time and effort into eating and exercise, that I should have the reward of weight loss. It's a lot of work! I am finding it really hard to keep my carbs to 30% for 3 days! I might have to be happy with 35%??? SUNDAY: protein drink, fat free yogurt, 1 sl. whole grain toast with 1 Tbsp red. fat peanut butter.....1 c. Schwan's rice pilaf, 2 chicken strips, mushrooms, onions, peppers, 3 Tbsp. marinade....Zone protein bar.....2 cod fillets, 1 serv. Fire Roast veggies (red potatoes, green beans, onion, red pepper, broccoli), 1 c. cottage cheese.....flat wrap, 2 chicken strips, 1 Tbsp. 2% shreds, 3 Tbsp. salsa MONDAY: Egg Beaters, 1 sl. 2 % cheese, 2 turkey bacon, 1 sl. whole grain toast, 1/2 protein shake.....1/2 whole grain pita w/ 1 Tbsp hummus, protein shake.....small salad, 1/3 can garbanzo beans, 2 chicken strips, 2 Tbsp. rasp. vinegrette, 1/4 bag mini carrots.....ground turkey with onions, peppers, tomatoes, 2 serv cole slaw mix with l.f. sesame ginger drsg, 1 Tbsp golden raisins....6 oz shrimp, 1 Tbsp. cocktail sauce, 11 raw almonds SUNDAY: calories-1540, protein-181.25gr/47.1%, fat-33.4gr/19.5%, carbs-33.4% and fiber-17.5 gr MONDAY: calories-1503, protein-173.6 gr/46.2%, fat-32.5gr/19.5%, carbs-34.3% and fiber-30 gr GRRRRRR......we just got this last 12" snow fall shoveled out, and now they are predicting another 10-12" for Wed/Thurs! I skipped my YBB DVD this morning because of sore muscles, but went to Curves. And I know I put a few things out in my back with that heavy, wet snow. I don't want a repeat |
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Hey Hisgal, I just had a quick question. How do you estimate how many calories you burn doing Curves? Do you know which setting would be best on Peter's calculator to get the most accurate figure? Thanks! I have my first true workout there today! (Yesterday we only did a slow fifteen minutes to try everything out.) clar |
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Hisgirl, Hey good luck with your plan!!! Sometimes I think I may need to invest in the BFFM. Right now, I'm still trying to keep with what I'm slowly learning here. I just know that sometimes I feel like I'm drowning in numbers, don't you? I mean it's not all bad - as now I focus so much on the "numbers" that I don't spend as much time obsessing on eating. I think just going thru the motions of writing everything down - and looking everything up helps me stay where I should be. I hope the carb cycling works for you!!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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How do you estimate how many calories you burn doing Curves? CG , I don't even try! I used the calculators to figure BMR & RMR, and multiplied by an activity factor (1.4) to get my maintenance range, then reduced that by a certain percentage to get my calorie range for the day. I have dial-up at home, so the calculators take so much time, that I don't take time to enter my daily activities to figure calories burned. I just figure that I work out 3-9 times (home and Curves) a week and go with the calories for that range. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I just know that sometimes I feel like I'm drowning in numbers, don't you? I know what you mean! BFFM and many plans really talk about the same basics. Eating healthy, drink lots of water, eat lean meats, veggies and fruits, only good fats, fiber and whole grains..........the only difference is that there is a lot of stuff at the beginning of BFFM on frame of mind to succeed, pushing the protein a little more for muscle building, and there are sections on the things to try for plateaus, and stubborn weight loss. There are also sections on the percentages of protein, fat and carbs to use and food lists to choose from. It's a interesting read, no doubt about it. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, weigh in day.................slight progress 2/20/07......................168.8 2/27/07......................168.4 I'll take it, at least it's in the right direction........even if it's slower than I think it should be. I can't figure that I only had enough calorie reduction this week for .4 of a pound. Oh well.............on to Easter |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Girlie someone kidnapped my scale ..eek! lol Hubby has my battery in his work bag.. I only weigh in the morning so it's ok when he brings it back home with him ha! Ya know it was the main reason why I didn't go Atkins .. I knew I could lose lots of weight but soon as I reintroduced back even a few carbs I would begin to gain the weight back.. It's just not worth it. I tried playing with my menu and I just can't get it right oh well I have enough trouble getting my RMR in everyday! I can't get my proteins up, I see you are drinking the shakes and protein bars.. are they good? How many calories are they? Wow your menu looks pretty good.. I had peanuts tonight just to try and get some fat and protein.. Hubby eats them but I never thought about it ughhh..ya know what if the scale never told me a thing I know I am going good because I am on the move and eating things I never would See ya later, SmallerMe |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Smallerme, I'm glad to hear you didn't decide to do Atkins. After what I read in BFFM about restricting carbs too much, it worried me......but I didn't want to tell you what to do. I know we each have to make our own decisions about the plan we are going to use. Although I love having the gamut of information from so many people who are trying different things. I think I will eventually put together my own plan, which will probably be a combination of things I've learned from the plans I've tried. I've got to say, my scale is finally moving! Tuesday and Wednesday it was at 168.4, Thursday it was at 167 and Friday morning it was at 165! Maybe this carb cycling does work The BFFM book says that if you are losing too fast on carb cycling, to switch to 2 high days in a row, then back to the 3 low, and keep adjusting it if your body is losing too fast. I just can't imagine having that problem I also learned on a BFFM for Women forum that I've visited, that you should still incorporate the 1-2 cheat meals advocated in the BFFM book, but not on your high days. I haven't really done cheat meals yet, I just try to incorporate some of my favorite foods on my high days.
When I started the carb cycling, I had to add them on a more frequent basis, to boost my protein, which would help decrease the carbs. The shakes I use for convenience, are EAS Carb Control and I am partial to the chocolate. It is 110 calories, 17 gr protein, 3 fat and 2 fiber. When I mix my own, I use Slimbody Matrix powder....it is one that Peter recommends on this site. Buying through , helps support this site and the forums I can't seem to live without. I've tried the chocolate, the chocolate caramel and the Strawberry (I add 1 cup of frozen strawberries to the blender and it's like a strawberry shake, Yummm) The Slimbody runs 140 calories, 19 gr protein, 3 gr fat and 3 gr fiber. I sometimes use it for breakfast if I'm in a hurry or if I don't have many calories left at the end of the day, I make a strawberry shake!The protein bars........at Target, I buy a brand called BE POWERED protein bar, don't confuse them with energy bars. These are 150 calories, 13 gr protein, 2.5 grams of fat, 22-23 carbs and 3-4g r. fiber. They only come in chocolate raspberry and wild berry. I also buy Zone bars........200-210 calories, 14 gr protein, 6 gr. fat and 3 gr. fiber. Zone also has a snack size that is 80 calories and 6 gr protein. They are pricey for the convenience though. Target does sell most of their protein bars indivually, as well as in boxes, so you can try a few different ones to see which you like. Most of them are high in carbs and fats, though. One bar I really love, but haven't made for a while because I've been so busy, is Nevd's recipe in the recipe section. They are called chocolate oatmeal protein bars. I used Trimblebe's variation with low fat tofu and I prefer the taste of oat bran or barley flakes to wheat bran. But that's just my preference. I usually make a double batch and freeze most of them.I hope this has helped some Let me know how it's going....or I'll just check out your diary. I always do anyway |
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Yay Hisgal! Wow!!! Your scale is REALLY moving now!!! Congratulations!!! Maybe carb cycling is the answer for you? Sure looks like it! keep adjusting it if your body is losing too fast. I just can't imagine having that problem You and me both!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, I had a post all written yesterday, and just about to hit "send" when the electricity went out. That was about 2:45 and was out for about 2 hours. Then about 6:30, when I had all the clocks reset, I was going to turn on the computer again and re-do the post, when the electricity went out again. I case you don't know, we are finishing up our second 3-day, back to back snowstorms. First one dumped 12-30 inches on MN and this one I think I've been hearing 13-25 inches on different parts of the state. We got about 12 the first time, 14" so far, and it's still snowing. I am mighty sick of snoveling snow! But it's so heavy and wet, that it has to be burning calories.....right??? OK, so I've completed my second set of 3 low/1 high carb cycle. I am finding it almost impossible to get down to the 30% carbs for a daily average. But, I am close and the scale seems to be moving. So, I will just try to keep the daily total to under 35% for the 3 low days. With more protein, I also am having trouble keeping my fiber over 30 grams some days. I depends alot on how much time I have, and if I am supplementing with protein shakes and bars. Sunday, Feb. 25 to Wednesday, Feb. 28 Calories........protein.....fat..........carbs.........fiber. SUNDAY: 1540.......181.25 gr/47.1%..........33.4 gr/19.5%......33.4%...17.5 gr MONDAY: 1503......173.6gr/46.2%......32.5 gr/19.5%.......34.3%.........30 gr. TUESDAY: 1585.......172.35gr/43.5%......44.3gr/25.2%.......31.3%.......37 gr. WEDNESDAY: 2176.....185.25gr/34.1%.....41.65gr/17.2%....48.7%.....48.5 gr. I do have a tough weekend coming up.........grandson's birthday party on Saturday (his requested meal is deep fried fish , corn and birthday cake) Sunday is a joint birthday party for all of my husband's side's February birthday's. At least Sunday is my high carb/maintenance day I think for Saturday, I will bake or grill some salmon to take along and I am bringing a heart healthy version of the the Oriental Cabbage salad. Sunday will be BBQ pork, so I can get the protein, even though it might have BBQ sauce on it. I will bring a broccoli slaw made with Splenda and fat free mayo, I think. Maybe some raw veggies too........hubs family has no idea what healthy eating is. All veggies have sauces on them and all fruit has pudding or whipping cream, buns are always white, and someone always brings chips! Then we have a 90th birthday party after that, but I'm assuming there will only be cake and coffee. I can resist cake......no problem. That is over at 4:00 p.m., so I should be home in time to eat meal 4 & 5. I just have to have it all set in my mind, then I will do OK. Of course, the downward moving scale is incentive to eat clean! The other good news, is that my boxes of fruit I ordered from a niece, for a school fundraiser, should come tomorrow or Sunday. Bring on the grapefruit, apples and pears |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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keep adjusting it if your body is losing too fast. I just can't imagine having that problem Yeah, wouldn't it be great???? I hope this will be what I needed to do, to get my body going. I remember when I was lower than you, and now I must have 15-20 pounds to go to catch you Keep it up, Scoobs |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yessssss! I had an NSV weekend! At the grandson's birthday party, I brought my salmon to eat instead of the deep-fried fish, I made the Oriental cabbage salad (98 cal., pro-2.4, fat-5, fiber-1.7) and I brought along sugar free jello with fat free Cool Whip topping instead of birthday cake and ice cream. I even brought along my 5th meal, as I knew it would get late. Sunday, at the family's Feb. birthday party (maintenance day ) I did OK too. I had some of the shredded pork, Oriental salad (grocery store was out of broccoli slaw mix, so I made the Oriental salsd again for Sunday), dill pickles, and raw carrots. Good thing I grabbed a couple bags of mini carrots to bring with.........the rest of the meal was fruit covered with pudding and cool whip, green bean casserole, white buns to go with the pork....not my normal fare now.........like it was 4-5 years ago. Then we went to the 90th birthday/50th anniversary party. I spent my time visiting with the many relatives that were there, and didn't even go near the food table. It was tempting......it was close to my next meal time.........and I love croissants..........and the cake looked really good. But I know from experience, that I can't have the first taste and still quit........so, no tastes. I have no idea how TrimB can snitch the baked goods.....ONE snitch and I'd have eaten the whole thing, maybe X 5! Being it was a maintenance day, I wanted to eat something that I normally wouldn't have for a meal. I had the Oriental salad for the last 2 meals, but couldn't find anything for a "cheat meal" either. I finally decided on some chicken tenderloin strips, with instant potatoes (110 cal) and canned gravy (25 cal). I topped it off with a York Peppermint Pattie I really wanted pizza (light of course), but didn't even have the ingredients to make my own.OK, let's update this low/high cycle............ Thursday, March 1-Sunday, March 4 calories........protein......fat........carbs.........fiber THURSDAY: 1601........157.25gr/39.3%.....48.8gr/27.4%.....33.3%....20.35 gr FRIDAY: 1460.......140.85gr/38.6%....37.1gr/22.9%....38.5%......25.5gr SATURDAY: 1349.....163.65gr/48.5%......38.3gr/25.6%.....25.9%......17.8gr SUNDAY: 2104.......167.9gr/31.9%.....53.85gr/23%....45.1%......31.7gr The calories were a little lower than I normally would have been.......but I did read on the BFFM4Women forum, that on carb-cycling you didn't need to worry about going under your unadjusted RMR. The one high day would keep your body from going into starvation mode. I got my boxes of fruit yesterday....mmmmmmmmmm, does it look good! I will probably have to eat some meals pretty heavy protein, so I can work the fruit into a couple of meals and still keep my percentages in line. I am definitely having one of those juicy red grapefruits for breakfast. Have a good week everyone! Last edited on 5 March 2007 03:46 pm by Hisgal |
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YUM, grapefruits are addictive!! I still struggle with nibbling here and there with the baked goods & sweets. It's always a slippery slope. I fell down that slope late last week, and now I am on "detox" again. Anyway... I'm so glad you are reporting about your carb cycling strategy. It's great all of the information I am learning here!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I know that people who don't like grapefruit won't agree with that......but I do! I could sit down and finish off that whole box in less than a week! I did have one for breakfast, with my Egg Beaters.........and it was as sweet as a Hershey's chocolate bar Ummmmm, I'm salivating right now, just thinking about it! Thank goodness, my in-laws spend the winter in AZ. By the time this box is gone, they will be heading home for Easter........and I will have them bring me another box of fresh picked grapefruit. |
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I've been wanting to try those egg beaters you eat. I heard they taste just like normal eggs with yolk but are much lower in fat/calories. Are they really that good? Also, I've never seen them in the grocery store... I guess I've never really looked though. Are they by the regular eggs? I always just eat egg whites so I get all the good protein with none of the fat... but I miss yolk . Great job on handeling yourself so well at all those parties you went to! I can't imagine how hard that must have been... I don't know if I would've had the will power. Also congratulations on all the weight loss you had recently! I guess carb cycling is really working for you. I like it that you're doing something different... then we'll all be able to see if your approach works. Have a good day! |
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Hisgal, Congratulations on the NSV weekend! I was pretty good over the weekend too!!! I know how you feel about those grapefruits!!! I love almost ALL fruit!!! I guess that would be my downfall trying to watch my carbs. (That and dairy!) Anyway - for all the good choices you are making!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Hootmom and Sara I have become very dedicated to finding out if this carb cycling really works! If there is anybody it wouldn't work on....it would be me I'm so glad Skipperdox introduced us to the NSV's! The scale doesn't always measure it About the Egg Beaters..........they are not quite like real eggs, but close. Some have told me they can't tell the difference. They look like scrambled eggs. I can't imagine just eating whites Of course, being I'm trying to keep the carbs low, I add onion & mushrooms for flavor, and then turkey bacon and top with 2% cheese slice. I think it's rather good, myself! Sometimes I put them between 2 slices of Sara Lee "Delightful" (90 cal/2 slices) for an egg sandwich. I find them in the grocery store by the eggs, usually on a shelf above the regular egg cartons. They also come in "southwestern" and "vegetable" flavors. But, I like adding my own fresh veggies when I can. I buy the individual "cups" (in a three pack) for portion control and convenience. Each "cup" equals 2 eggs, is 60 calories, and 6 gr. protein Hope you are able to find them Your posts don't say where you live, but if it's state-side, I buy them at Wal-Mart sometimes. |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, today is my official weigh in day.............last Tuesday was 168.4 lbs, and today is..................... 165.0 lbs. I'm so glad the scale held steady for the last few days. The other good news..........I got out a pair of cords this morning, that I bought on sale last summer. They are a size 10, and I thought they'd make a good pair of pants for checking my progress. I couldn't wait until I fit into them! Guess what??? I am wearing them today at work! They fit, and are so comfortable Last edited on 6 March 2007 08:03 pm by Hisgal |
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Congratulations! Maybe you're going to need to re-think your goal for Easter. At this rate you're going to soar past it! Congrats on fitting into your pants too! I remember when I first fit into a size 10 I was like wow, that's practically in the single digits! What size are you trying to get to? I think a 10 is really good, but it all depends on the person. Congrats again!!! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Sara, Thanks for the encouragement I really don't have a size goal......each brand varies so much in size anyway When I started this at a very, very tight size 24...........I was happy with anything that wasn't a size 24 I can't believe it, that my 12's are loose and I can get into a size 10! That is like a miracle! My weight goal, that I'd like to be at is 140. Different charts put me at 125-147. I just want to feel healthy, know I'm eating healthy, maintain a certain weight, and not have these rolls of fat (or baggy skin either). Truthfully, after being a size 24 for so many years, who wouldn't be happy at a size 12?? I could! However, at this weight, I still have fat........so I'd like to get rid of that and settle in at a healthy size and weight. |
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That sounds like a good goal to me! I can't imagine how it must feel like to lose that much weight, what a success! I started out at a size 14 and if I was extatic with a 10 I can't imagine how great you must be feeling about yourself. You deserve it! I read somewhere that only 3% of dieters will actually lose weight. You beat the odds. |
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Wow Wee!! CONGRAT'S TO YOU!! Wow!! I know you are walking on cloud nine with you size 10 Oh I hope I see the day hee hee Hey I got a few of those Zone Bars .. I don't know if it's yogurt or what but the white icing one was a bit sweet but I like the raspberry. I don't taste any chocolate which is good less I forgot what chocolate taste like hee hee Hey you said you use to wear a size 24 so you have lost quite a bit of weight before? That's great, and so inspiring for someone like me. So far I am down 15 but I am only taking it a pound at a time.. Ya know when we start out we have this weird dream that the weight would just fall on a certain time frame.. I see now that was just my idea lol by this time next yr I will be 140 I just know it!! Congrat's again! ~SmallerMe Last edited on 6 March 2007 11:20 pm by SmallerMe |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Smallerme wrote:
Smallerme, you will see the day........if I can do it, anybody can. I lay out my story on the first entry of my diary, if you want to go back there to page 1 and read it. I put the whole thing in God's hands and asked Him for the strength to do it........I'd tried it on my own before, and couldn't do it. I wrote down everything I ate......EVERYTHING!!!....I also broke it down into baby steps. 102 lbs was an enormous amount of weight to me, to be trying to lose. That's why I like the Easter Challenge that Patchers started, it's just one step at a time. Then take another, then another......be healthy! You can do this, if you want it bad enough! |
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I had an epiphany this morning...........about the zig-zagging I was doing, and the carb-cycling I am doing now. By doing these methods, I am learning what it's like to plan and eat a maintenance calorie day I mean, before I knew what it was like to eat in a certain calorie range.......but, now every 4th day, I have to plan on maintenance calories. So, my theory is, that when I lose the weight and get to goal, I should have no problem eating maintenance days Right I hope so!The thing I find really funny, is that after 3 days of eating low calorie/low carb, the maintenance day seems like way too much to eat It's like I almost can't eat enough to get to my maintenance calories. I think it's a good reminder of what each consists of |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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I've posted mostly totals lately, so I think I will post my food for the last 2 days: MONDAY: Egg beaters w/2% cheese slice, 1 sl. whole grain toast, 2 sl. turkey bacon, 1 grapefruit......1/2 whole grain pita w/ 1 Tbsp hummus, 1/2 apple, EAS choc. protein drink......1/2 usual salad, 1/3 can black beans, 2 chicken tenderloin strips, 1/2 apple, 3 Tbsp. low fat raspberry vinegrette......1/3 lb. ground turkey with onion, peppers, tomatoes, 1 c. Oriental salad..........4 sl. turkey sandwich meat, spread with 2 Tbsp. fat free cream cheese, and 2 Tbsp 2% shreds & EAS choc protein drink TUESDAY: Egg beaters w/ cheese, 2 sl. turkey bacon, 1 sl wg toast, 1 grapefruit........tuna salad wrap, 11 raw almonds..........chicken burrito (whole grain flat wrap, 2 strips chicken tenderloin, 2 Tbsp 2% shreds, 3 Tbsp. salsa, lettuce), 1/2 apple, 11 almonds............1/3 lb. turkey with onions, peppers and tomatoes, 1 c. Oriental salad.........6 oz. shrimp and 1 Tbsp. cocktail sauce. (planned for when I get home from work) I have written down my meals in my notebook the last 2 days, right away in the morning, as I prepare and pack my food for work. That way my meals are planned for the day. I just go to the refrigerator at work, and pull out the food I need to put my meals together. Working late, I make sure I have 3 meals with me to work, then try to eat something light when I get home. Sure wish I had my carbs low enough when I go home, that I could have a bag of low fat popcorn at night. But, I am enjoying my bread, flat wraps and pitas so much in the first 3 meals, that I better not push it The BFFM book says one method of breaking a plateau is to eat your biggest calorie meal in the morning and the taper your calories down throughout the day, to a very low calorie meal for Number 5 or 6. Also, to eat your starchy carbs in your first 3 meals and none in your last 2-3 meals. Trying to combine those tricks with the carb-cycling should produce resultsCan't wait to weigh in next week! It's such a good feeling to know I'm eating clean and just excited about seeing what the scale says each week. Of course, next Tuesday's weigh in should be TTOM.......if this peri-menopausal body is anywhere on a schedule One more day of low carbs, and then on Thursday I get my maintenance day. Last edited on 7 March 2007 04:16 am by Hisgal |
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WOW! I am soooo amazed at your willpower Hisgal! Why don't share? I could NEVER eat jello instead of birthday cake...or salmon instead of the yummy greasy fattening fish (now tilapia...maybe ) or...or not fruit with pure sugar on top!Sigh. Maybe I am a glutton for punsihment type person. But anyway, that is soooooo great! And that you didn't even try ANYTHING at the birthday/anniversary! WAY 2 GO! Oh, and also on the pants! I know what a goo feeling that is. OH! AND on the weight loss. Wow, you are doing so awesome! sara's right, you are going to blow this easter challenge right out of the water!!! Have a nice night! clar |
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Well. CG , I've never tried to hide that my "willpower" comes from above. A lot of prayer is one of my secrets. The other, I really think is the 5 meals a day. I hardly have time to get hungry before it's time to eat again. And the planning ahead is so invaluable I was just thinking while I was working (and just finished up my 2nd meal) that this really works well for me, to not only plan what I'm going to eat each day..........I write it down in my notebook, and figure out all the totals for each meal and the percentages. The only one I leave open is the last one.....but looking at my totals for 1-4, I can ponder through the day what I want to eat when I get home from work. It's kind of like it leaves me no options.........once it's in my book, I just eat that and nothing else. Wouldn't want to go through the work of "white out-ing" my food and having to refigure my totals. Too much work! It seems to be working |
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Hi there Girlie I wrote this long message to ya yesterday and lost it lol so here's a very short short version :o).. I went back and read your intro and now I know Who's gal you are I'm Hisgal too! My journey came out of prayer also but there was a word that I heard and it was "discipline" and I knew immed. that I would need to get my life in order..On that day went the fast food, soda pop, sweets and other goodies..I was taking control!! It was very easy to gain control over my eating habits, oh my and I was a mess I have no cravings at all I eat my plan menu and have not once gone backwards :o) I believe I will get down to a healthy weight because it was ordered hee hee.. I went into this with peace and then became obsessed with scales, calories, and food and nearly lost my way.. all it took was one step back, back to my prayer that day and then I knew again it would be alright so I say ... "This Weight Is Doomed" signed Hisgal too hee hee ~SmallerMe |
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Congrats Hisgal!!!! Thats awesome about fitting into your pants!! Doesnt that feel just wonderful??? Its been awhile for me since I was at the good spot you are at now, but I cant wait to get back there again when "the jeans" I have gone by for years are big on me. Right now, they fit but are VERY tight!!! Anyway, CONGRATS!! Scales dont always judge right so I think its best to go by your clothes, unless you shrink them!!! Keep up the fantastic work! PS I eat egg beaters and ALL WHITES all the time. However, we also buy Omega 3 real Organic eggs and hard boil them for snacks. But on a regular basis, we use the egg beaters and all whites. I also bake with them! I think they're great! Now I also know WHO'S GAL you are, I never understood that until now. I have always had my faith but stopped talking about it because some people get "offended" I love God and believe in myself through Him. My husband was raised differently though. Its a struggle to meet eye to eye with each other. I believe. He kinda doesnt. THAT was the hardest part of marrying him. We ended up getting married on a beach (in nature-God created the beach was my thinking) instead of a church. He has scientific based thinking more than I do. I have what some would call "magical" thinking. I believe in the impossible. I believe in ME. I believe in dreams and goals and I believe in GOD. I am glad to know I am not alone. Last edited on 8 March 2007 12:17 am by ObsessedwithFitness |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yeah, I am Hisgal! I try not to offend anyone, but as a believer I know that we are put here on earth to spread the gospel message. There's a children's song that talks about "this little gospel light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine" and "hide it under a bushel-NO!!!" I try not to be pushy about it, but anyone who knows me, knows I am "Hisgal". He and my faith are just such a part of me, that it spills out in what I say and what I do.....or at least I hope so. I know that the guys in the office don't tell off-color jokes around me.....and I've got contemporary Christian music playing at my desk all day long. They all know by my words and actions. OWF, in a way, it's kind of amusing what you said about your hubby being a scientific guy.....not believing. From what I've read in several sources......there's more scientific evidence to support creation by a supreme power, than any other theory. There is a great book, called "The Case for Christ" by Lee Strobel that is just awesome. If I didn't believe by faith......this book could convince me. He was an athiest reporter for a major newspaper, who set out to disprove that Christ existed and that He wasn't who He said He was. Well, the deeper he dug, the more he believed. Great book! I am sorry to hear that your hubby isn't a believer, though. Keep praying for him........I've had one son-in-law do a wonderful about face and I'm still praying for the other one. The other thing is........this is my diary, so I figure I can express myself and my faith, being that is a big part of who I am. I have to give God credit for my strength. If other's don't agree, they don't have to read about it. And maybe someone will return to their faith or explore a new faith Blessings to you, ladies!!Last edited on 8 March 2007 02:27 am by Hisgal |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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I hear ya Hisgal it is who I am and those who know me know it and those who don't know me will soon know it I have a doggie group and on it I teach Bible study hee hee... There's always room for a peace that passes all understanding Hugs to you! ~SmallerMe |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Smallerme, I wondered if I had found a Sister in Christ when I saw the dove with the olive branch for your icon? I can tell some by the words they write.....and unfortunately, I think I can tell those which have not found that peace, too. On to business...............MY SCALE BATTERY IS DEAD THIS MORNING! That is not good for a scale junkie like me! Especially the morning of maintenance...........I usually go up a bit after my bigger calorie day, so I like to weigh in before it. I wore some black jeans yesterday....tucked my shirt in, and still had room Those same jeans, after Christmas, I couldn't have buttoned if I had a shirt tucked in.......and there seems to be room in the pant legs with my thunder thighs So, guess what I will be doing today after my workout at Curves? Yeah, a trip to Target for a set of CR2032 batteries.WEDNESDAY: Egg Beaters w/cheese, 1 sl wg toast,1.5 sl turkey bacon, grapefruit.........1/2 wg pita w/ff cream cheese, 1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese with 1 Tbsp golden raisins, EAS protein shake..........chicken burrito, 11 raw almonds.....1/3 lb ground turkey w/onion, peppers and tomatoes, 2 serv. green beans..........2 turkey patties, 1/2 c. onion, 1 c. sugar free jello with fat free cool whip I will give the 3 day low/1 day high totals after today's food. Actually, I could give it now, as I've got my day all planned and written down. I am pretty excited, as I've got a lot a favorite foods in there today, including my Hawaiian De-Lite pizza from Papa Murphy's, Subway, Fiber One cereal, grapefruit, and apple with vanilla yogurt.....and if I've figured my numbers right, I am only at 43% carbs. Maybe I should skip the double meat at Subway? Blessings for a great day everyone! |
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hee hee.. You sure have!! I'm so excited for you!! Because I know one day it will be me too and you give me hope! If you read my diary today you will know my DIL is on her way to get my scale hee hee and you would know I confessed I took the batteries from hubby's bag and weighed in lol down 2 pounds in 2 days! I'm at 244 now I stated Jan 4th at 260 so I am like Wooooo hooooo I think when I hit 230 I will cry lol I know I will cry and then I'll cry again at 200 I don't know why I just never thought I'd see it.. usually I stick around 250 went down once to my dr's amazement to 243 but haven't seen anything under that in a ton of years so I am geeked beyond measure!! Keep us the good work Hisgal I'm with ya all the way! Hey when you make it to your goal weight you'll have to stick over to see me make it too!~SmallerMe |
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Hisgal wrote: Yeah, I am Hisgal! I try not to offend anyone, but as a believer I know that we are put here on earth to spread the gospel message. There's a children's song that talks about "this little gospel lightHisgal, Glad to see you witness for Him. I belong to Jesus as well. I give God the credit and glory for the successes I make. He even gets credit when I don't do so well....'cause He gave me a Free Will......so....sometimes I make choices that don't help my journey very well. But, praise to the Lord that I do have that Freedom - to chose to leave it in His hands - or venture out on my own. Unfortunately - I do venture on my own often - thus fail. Congratulations on the loose pants! and Many thanks for the great example showing us "newbies" that IT CAN BE DONE!!!! |
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Yay Hisgal!!! Congrats on your size 10s!!!!! I'll bet you're on cloud nine!!! You're doing such an amazing job...even when things get rough you tough it out and figure out what to do...and change things up. All your hard work and dedication is really showing! I'm still in my size 10s...I haven't been shopping for pants in a bit; they're not falling off yet so I guess it's not time LOL! Enjoy your victories! I am truly happy for you! |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks, Smallerme, Hootmom and Scoobees! The encouragement helps so much, as all of you know, too Smallerme, I'll need to be around when you hit goal........provided I've hit it by then, because this site is what keeps me motivated! How will I be able to maintain without all you guys? Hootmom, I too, thank Him for Free Will........how joyful would my love for God be if it was mandated, instead of my choice to follow His will and love Him? However, free will in dieting is another thing. (haha) Sometimes I wish I didn't have the choices to make..........that I'd automatically choose the healthy options. Oh well, this way I am learning from my mistakes..........hopefully Scoobs, I am on cloud nine! I can't wait until I can say I am only 9 pounds from goal, like you It's been interesting trying the carb-cycling. I haven't been on the scale for a while now (yeah, really..........ME, not on the scale for a few days)Usually, I catch up on the other diaries first, and post mine last.......but, I have caught some of the crud going around (yah, I bragged too soon, about not having been sick at all ) and my decongestant will be wearing off soon. So, I want to get some of this down, then I'll see what the rest of you have been up to, until I need to sleep some more. I've been doing that most of the day, so hope I still can sleep tonight!I've had such a sore throat for the first 2 days, that I really felt dehydrated today. My throat really hurt when I drank water, so my intake was way down. I had some light lemonade, but that seems to make it burn more. Hot coffee felt good, but that's suppose to dehydrate you more! Now the throat is feeling somewhat better, as the sinuses are filling up. So, I have been hitting the water pretty hard this afternoon and evening. I see I logged my food for the 3 low carb days. Thursday was my high carb/maintenance day and I allowed myself some "treats". Hope that doesn't reflect on the scale. THURSDAY: Fiber One w/1 c. soy milk, grapefruit........apple with fat free vanilla yogurt, protein bar.........Subway, double meat, turkey breast wrap w/ pepper jack cheese and vinegar, Baked Lays potato chips..........tuna salad wrap, 1/2 c. cottage cheese w/1 Tbsp golden raisins.... 1/2 of a Papa Murphy's DeLite Hawaiian pizza Man! Was the food good that dayMonday, Mar. 5th to Thursday Mar.8 Calories............protein.............fat.............carbs..........fiber MONDAY: 1542.......165.2gr/42.9%.......35.7gr/20.9%.....36.2%...........31.85gr TUESDAY: 1522......174.1gr/45.8%......38.05gr/23%........31.2%...........29.1gr WEDNESDAY: 1735....197.5gr/45.5%....44.15gr/22.9%....31.6%...........28.3gr THURSDAY: 2153........151.35gr/28.1%....63.4gr/26.5%....45.4%..........46.8gr Wednesday's calories were a little higher than I was shooting for. But, I added protein to 3 of the meals to bring my carbs % down. Thursday's carbs should have been at 50%, so am a little low, but considering what I ate, it seemed like I had tons of carbs. Friday night we went to Burnsville to pick up a new TV. We had some Christmas money saved, and wanted a new one for our bedroom. If we watched sports on the old one, we couldn't read the score, it was so fuzzy We met our son and his fiancee for dinner........so my carbs ended up high, instead of in the 35% range, where I'm trying to keep them. But, I didn't overeat. We went back to the Roadhouse Grill and I got the grilled chicken, with rice pilaf and vegetable beef soup. I ate the whole cup of soup, but took half the chicken and rice home. So, the protein was low for that meal. And I had a glass of wine with my meal too....the sore throat thing.......water hurt, and I haven't had soda pop in over a year, I don't want to start back on that kick nowThanks to my last 2 meals today, my carbs were down to 33% for the day. Like Scoobees, when I'm sick, I still like to eat (if it's not the stomach flu). And for some reason, the starchy carbs really feel good on my throat I had starchy carbs for the first 4 meals today Yesterday, I had them for all 5 meals....YIKES!I have not done the YBB or Richard Simmons for several weeks . For the first 2 weeks, my muscles were so sore from shoveling snow (24-26" or so) and this past week, I was trying to get into work a little earlier. And I was waking up earlier too, between 4:30-4:45, but still didn't find time to work it in. However, I did go to Curves 5 days a week.MY SCALE IS WORKING AGAIN! I put in the new batteries, and it still wouldn't work! I was afraid I have to buy a new one, which I didn't want to do.......I wouldn't know how it measured up to my old one! Anyway, I asked the hubs to look at it when he got home from work. When I got home Friday night, it was working I asked him what he did to fix it...............he says he took it in the bedroom and talked to it! That's his story, and he's sticking to it I can get no other explanation out of him.....oh well, all I care is that it's working and I can weigh in Sunday morning, and report in for the Easter Challenge. I hope having 2 high carb days in a row won't hurt my progress........or the fact that I got behind on my water drinking for a few days. Will see in the morning!Stay healthy.....don't catch this crud! I am so excited to find out what our total so far is for the Easter Challenge. |
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Sunday went OK.......I ended up at 32.7% carbs, but had really low fiber My meals got off schedule and a little weird because I was sleeping so much. Today, I am back at work, and as long as I take my decongestant every 4 hours, I am OK. As it starts to wear off, the sneezing and coughing and headache start in again. YUCK! I sort of had one piece of good news......depending on how you look at it I got my period yesterday.......so, maybe my weigh in would have been even lower???? I can only hope :) I skipped out on Curves this noon. My decongestant was wearing off, and I didn't want to push it. I was starting to sneeze and cough, and thought it might be better to wait and see how I feel tomorrow.This is my maintenance day.......and I couldn't finish all the lunch I had planned. So, therefore, I have 600-700 calories left to eat for meal 5 tonight. And I'm at 50.1% carbs, so my last meal will have to be about 50% carbs, too. Maybe a good time to have a few favorites, so I don't give in to that DQ Blizzard |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Oh I hope you are all better soon Hisgal, maybe you should have stayed in bed for a few more days. You mentioned calories and I left a note in my diary about mine. Just a bit sad because I know my calories are not popular here. I ended the day today at 1255 stuffed!! I probably would think I was doing great except I read the opposite on this site and others. yet my dr says I wil do fine. I was told to increased my protein,and I have.. I really feel good .. Oh well what have I gotten myself into now I use to over eat now I am totally satisfied and eating all day at 1300-1350Sorry to be so poopey, I just subtracted what I didn't eat today from my menu I just couldn't eat another thing!! Gonna call it a night.. Good Night ~SmallerMe |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Smallerme, It does feel good to feel satisfied with the food you are eating, doesn't it? I just don't want my body to go into starvation mode, because it thinks it's not getting enough food! I haven't exercised for 4 days, since I got sick, so I should be OK. Besides, yesterdays calories were close.........I added in some raw almonds a few times. That really helps bring the carbs down, and the calories up! Well, being it is Tuesday, I did my official weigh in.......and I was up from Sunday, but down from last Tuesday. I figured I'd be up today (only .6 lb. though) because 1. I'm at the beginning of my period 2. I had ham last night 3. I had baked Tostitos chips last night. Too much salt and I'm retaining water anyway........what a combination! But, it was my maintenance day yesterday, and I figured the ham sandwich, and the low fat version of nachos would satisfy my "I've been denied" cravings. It did It wasn't until I finished eating that I remembered the weigh in this morning, and the effect of the high sodium foods. I got within 100-150 calories of my maintenance goal. Should be OK with the lack of exercise. |
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Hi Hisgal, Congrats on the size 10's, you have done so well and I am so proud of you. I back on line, and hopefully, I can stay that way. I had some surgery in Feb. and have been recouping. Hopefully I can start exercising again by the 1st of April. I haven't kept up with writing in my journal or what I have been eating. Haven't even stepped on the scale. I am going to start writing in my journal again tomorrow, feeling much better and up to keeping track of things again, but I am not stepping on the scale at home until after my dr's check up next week. Hopefully I can go back to work and normal things again. Just wanted to say hi and see how you have been, which it looks like you have been doing great things. Once again Congrats on the size 10's and also, it is wonderful and inspiring to read your posts. You are in my prayers. Judy |
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Judy, Thanks for checking in Sorry to hear you haven't been well, but hope that with whatever the surgery was, it will put you on the road to recovery! You've been in my thoughts and prayers too. Glad you are back!I was feeling pretty good today, so decided to go back to Curves. Actually, I was feeling so good today, that I didn't even take any decongestants all day I took it pretty easy at Curves.....my heartrate was up a little bit and my reps were down. So, I figured I better not push it. Then I had a bad coughing spell at the end of the workout, just before I was going to stretch.Hey, Judy, does your Curves have a stretching thingy? (for lack of the proper term). We got a new owner at ours, and she ordered a stretching station. It's kind of square shaped, 3-dimensional, and has 3 stretching stations on each side. It's really neat.......you can really feel the muscles you are suppose to be stretching. So, anyway, this week will only be a max of 3 times at Curves. But, I needed to recover from that crud first, I guess. Tuesday I only got my carbs down to 37.2% and today they were at 21.9%. I'll post the 3 low days/1 high day when this cycle is over. My clothes continue to feel looser, and I think I look slimmer..........wishful thinking? Or is the carb-cycling burning the fat?? I want to wait until I'm a few days into my period before I step on the scale again. Just want to get rid of this fluid! The men have no idea! I need to order some more Slimbody protein mix from Peter's product section. I used some other stuff for a bit, as my Slimbody was about gone. But, now that I have gone back to it, I realize that I really like it better than the others. And it's got a good ratio for my carb cycling: 140 calories.....54.3% protein.......19.3% fat............26.4% carbs And when I started running low on it, I quit making Nevd's protein bars, and I love those! Definitely time to re-order! Hisgal PatLast edited on 15 March 2007 07:32 am by Hisgal |
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Hiya Hisgal :o) hey what is the cost of Curve's I think I wanna join... Could you tell me more about it, I heard you work at several different area for 15 mins .. how long is the entire session? Oh are you feeling better today? I am debating if I am going to treadmill today, I told myself last night I would give myself a break but it's so hard I'm so use to the workout now I think I crave it lol Thanks for the carb info.. makes sense! I miss the granola bars I ate the Nature Valley Nut & Fruit ones I loved them maybe every now and then uh? The oatmeal was scaring me with all it's carbs but I know they are healthy ones. Boy I'm I glad I got my carbs down and not as low as Atkins but healthy for weight loss. Looks like the medical profession is endorsing Atkins now.. not the fatty Atkins but the concept of lowering carbs and fats. Hisgal you know what, I am so thankful so thankful to God for the chance to get my life back! I told Him all it took was one word, just one word and my entire mind simply changed. I have never done a diet this long, nor worked as hard. Please!! give me a diet but don't ask me to change a thing lol I know it is by His grace, because I'm a nicklehead I'll cry about my weight and then do nothingBut I heard one word from Him and that was all it took... PRICELESS Hey I'll meet ya at 140lbs one day! :o) ~SmallerMe |
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Hi Pat, I am glad to see you doing better. Yes, you should cut back on Curves if it is making you cough and your heart rate is high. The last time I was at my Curves was in January and as of that date we did not have the stretching machine. Good Luck, will talk with you later. Judy |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Curves in a nutshell..........they all vary a little bit, from what I hear, but here are the basics. There is a joining fee of $150 (one time fee).......however since I've been a member, there are "specials" at different times of the year. Right now, being it's Food Share month.......ours was waiving the joining fee, if you bring in a bag of groceries for the food shelf. Go to your local Curves, or call them, and ask if there are any joining specials. There is a monthly charge of around $30 (my future daughter-in-law belongs to one in the Twin Cities, and her monthly fee is $40) There is a one year committment. You either pay for the whole year up front, when you join. Or, you can have it deducted monthly from your checking account. Our Curves has 12 machines (there are either 13 or 14 available) In between each machine, is a "recovery station". It's a flat wood board, about 2 1/2 ft square, rubber mat in the middle and rubber feet. On these, you do whatever you want. Some jog, some sway, some dance, some just keep moving in some way with arm work included.....it's your choice. So, they are arranged in a big circle or oval or whatever, with a recovery station in between each machine. There is upbeat music playing, and also a recording that says "Change Stations Now" every 30 seconds. You go around the circuit twice, and during the 2 circuits, you will be checking your heartrate 3 times to keep it in the fat burning range. The machines are resistance based, so you get as good a workout as what you put into it. I start out slow on the first few, to warm up, then really push it, until the last couple stations, then I slow down a bit to cool down. I count my reps and try to beat them. After the workout, which takes about 30 minutes, you are encouraged to stretch. We just got a new stretching station, which is really cool. That was my New Year's resolution..........to get to Curves early enough to have time to stretch. ( We just changed owners and got new hours, they are now open from 6:00a.m. to 7:30 p.m.--that will vary by each Curves) My body feels so much better, and my muscles are so much more relaxed when I do it consistantly. Hope this helps to explain it. A lot of people in our town go to the YMCA. I like this better, because it is only women..........we are all ages and all shapes and sizes............I don't have to change weights on machines..............I never have to wait for a machine, being we all move to the next station at the same time.........there are no mirrors in the workout area, only back in the changing area...........I've made a lot of new friends there..........I can get weighed and measured every month, and they will do a printout of my progress and stats. I just love it! |
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Hisgal wrote: I had an epiphany Hi Hisgal, I was thinking about this sort of thing also but using it for weight loss. I find when I keep track of my calories (not every day) that I come in just right at my unadjusted RMR, so I am always afraid I am close to going into starvation mode. I wonder if it would work to keep the calories right at the unadjusted RMR level for 3 days and then the 4th day increase my calories. Do you think that would keep my metabolism guessing? It just seems like the calories I NEED to eat to stay in that RMR range are just too many for diet mode. Hisgal you are such an inspiration. I very much appredciate your advice. Someday I know I will be where you are with your weight. Congratulations Patchers |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Yeah, Patchers, I know you will be here too some day! You are a determined lady, and a smart one. You know that you need to get the weight off to be healthy! You will do it! The 3 days low/1 day high calories is sometimes called zig-zagging. I think it's called carb-cycling when you watch carbs instead of calories. Nir was doing it for a while, then I think he decided to do high calories on the days he worked out, and low when he didn't. It is one of the tools for weight loss. You are tracking calories and nutrients anyway, so I would give it a try. It's suppose to keep your body guessing, so it won't get into a rut.....suppose to help keep the metabolism burning. Go for it! The only way you will find out what works best for you, is to try different things and see what progress you make on each. |
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Hootmom Member
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Hey Hisgal! Thanks for being such an inspiration!!!! I am learning more and more about the different ways to adjust my diet - to lose this weight. I feel motivated to maybe try the carb cycling. I may just try that sometime!!! Congratulations on sticking with it!!! I see you joined on 26 Mar 2006 - so, you are close to ONE YEAR!!!! Since I know it will take me at least a year - probably more - it's nice to have someone set the example that we can stick to this long term!!!! Keep on keep on!!!! |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Ya know what Hisgal I went pass a Curves just this afternoon, there's one right around the block from me! I talked to my hubby and he says call them up! :o) I heard about the food drive from Tyra Banks show I wonder if it is still going on.. I checked out the website but it didn't give financial info.. so I will call tomorrow, I think I can hang out with Curves Thanks for the info, you're a doll ~SmallerMe |
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soontobeme Distinguished Member
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Hi Hisgal, I joined Patchers Easter challenge and hopefully I will loose the 5lbs by Easter. As all the other girls are saying, you are such an inspiration, I think that I started on here right about the same time that you did and have been so wishy washy with it, but you have stuck to it........Thank you for giving us all hope. Now that my life has settled down and once the dr. gives the go ahead, you can bet that I am going to be giving you a run for your weight........I will be right there with you too....... Thank God for you and the strength that he has given you to show us. Judy |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Awwwwwwww, shucks, ladies............you are making me blush! Seriously, thanks for the compliments. I sure never thought I could be an inspiration to anyone. I'm glad you're back, Judy........and you can give me a run for my weight any time you want I can't wait until you post that you've reached your goal! I can't wait until everyone posts that they've reached their goals! We all deserve a healthy body (and God certainly deserves a healthy "temple" for His Holy Spirit to dwell in Well, ladies, your inspiration (chuckle) messed up a bit today I went to Curves over my lunch time, then picked up a few groceries and took the paycheck to the bank (the bank likes when I do that) I have flex hours at work for another 6 weeks, so I am taking advantage of it and running my errands. However, when I got back to the office, there was a mini crisis and I didn't get down to the kitchen to get my lunch until well after 3:00 p.m. So, by the time I ate my salad, while working, it was kind of late to have my 5:30 meal at work. I have been bringing 3 meals to work, these days that I work late. I write everything down for the day, except the last meal. That way I know where my totals are and what I can eat for meal 5. But, today I just wasn't hungry enough to make the chicken burrito I brought the ingredients for. So, I grabbed a protein bar and protein shake. Then when I got home, I stir fried a bunch of veggies wtih chicken and ate them all. It was a little high carb. So, I ended up at 38.8% carbs today instead of the 30-35% I've been aiming for. But then yesterday was only 21.9% carbs, so maybe I will be OK?? I haven't been on the scale (why don't we have a scale emoticon??) for a few days.....still feel bloated from my period. But, tomorrow is a high carb/maintenance day..........so I'd like to weigh in the morning. Not expecting too much with the bloat and no exercise until Wed. because of the sinus crud from the weekend. Will see how it goes......the clothes still feel loose, even the size 10's are very comfy! I get to watch the grandkids tomorrow night. That will be the first time with baby Haley here. I have the feeling I will need Grandpa's help.........the boys love to play games, and Haley is pretty demanding when it's time to eat. She's about 3 1/2 months already and weighs 14 1/2 lbs............and so adorable (I'm not prejudiced, of course) Anyway, I am going to go get a Papa Murphy's De-Lite Hawaiian to bring home for dinner. And I'm going to Subway for lunch for a low carb wrap, double meat. I love when the high carb day is on a Friday..........I treat myself a bit It keeps me going I'll post this cycles totals after my maintenance day on Friday. See ya later |
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soontobeme Distinguished Member
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Hi Pat, My Grandson is about 3 1/2 months also, when was your granddaughter born? My Grandson was born on Nov. 25, he weighs about 18 lbs already, he is a little chunker. Your doing great. Judy |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Hi Judy, Haley was born on December 1st. We haven't had a December birthday in the hubs family since his grandpa was born, which I'm guessing would be the late 1890's or early 1900's. Her two big brothers just adore her.......always giving her hugs and kisses (probably explains why she got a cold so soon!) She weighed 14 lbs. 7 oz at 3.5 months. I bought a ton of clothes for the boys.......but it sure is fun to finally be able to buy pink and ruffles and lace Last edited on 17 March 2007 08:28 am by Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, on to "the report"........... I did step on the scale this morning and am still at 163.8 Kind of disappointed at that......was hoping to drop a little bit But, then I laid around all weekend with this crud, and skipped Curves on Monday and Tuesday. However, I've been sticking to my plan fairly well. The low carb days weren't as low as I'd like (2 of them anyway) and today's high carb day ended up not too high. I just scarfed down an apple and some yogurt in an attempt to get my carbs over 40%. Baby-sitting the grandkids tonight threw my meals off a little.....and I forgot one of my meals at home this morning and had to improvise.Well, here's my last 3 low carb/1 high carb cycle Tuesday, March 13 to Friday, March 16 calories...........protein...........fat...............carbs...............fiber TUESDAY: 1532......152.13gr/39.7%.......39.4gr/23.1%......37.2%......32 gr WEDNESDAY: 1556.....218gr/56%......38.25gr/22.1%......21.9%.....33.4 gr THURSDAY: 1674......183.25gr/43.8%.....32.35gr/17.4%......38.8%.....27.75 gr FRIDAY: 2188.......159.85gr/29.2%......70.7gr/29.1%.....41.7%......42.8 gr My next maintenance day will be Tuesday's weigh in day. If I haven't dropped some more by then, I am going to do some adjusting......not sure what yet. But my scale dropped to 163.8 about 10 days ago, and it's still there. The wedding is 3 months away..........and we are spending the weekend in Eau Claire in 5 weeks. And that is where I am hoping to find my dress for my son's wedding. For one thing, I have to start doing fasted cardio again. I got off track when we got all that snow dumped on us those 2 weekends in a row, and then with getting the crud........I've not been doing it. Was feeling really good on Wed and Thurs, but today the coughing, sneezing and blowing is back! I don't want to push myself until this stuff is gone, but I also need to get those pounds off and into a new dress I got to watch all 3 grandkids tonight for the first time since Haley was born. It went pretty good. They are so precious |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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The "crud" seems to be back I was feeling so good on Wed, Thurs, Fri and this morning I woke up with the full sinuses, coughing, sneezing etc. again. What stuff! But, I did take time to make Nevd's bars (TrimB's version) this morning with a little variation. Yummmmmmmmmm I'd forgotten how much I liked them. I haven't made them for quite a while. I'll post my variation in the recipes section, but again I would recommend them whole-heartedly. My version works out to 134 cal.....9.5gr/28.4% protein.......3.3gr/22.2% fat...........49.4% carbs.........3.2 gr fiberI think I am going to re-calculate my BMR/RMR. I'm down almost 10 lbs since the last time I calculated. I am also thinking of reducing my calories some. I haven't been as active in the last few weeks. Also, Tom Venuto, in BFFM uses 1400 cal for the 3 low carb days and 1800 cal. for the 1 high carb day. I was doing mine based on 25% below maintenance, and not going below the unadjusted RMR. But, according to his book, I shouldn't have to worry about starvation mode, as long as I never go more than 3 days low and have the one day at least 50% carbs. I am at a standstill, so I need to change up something. I think I'll try this for a few weeks and see what happens. I've tried zig-zagging with a 15% reduction, and now I've tried carb-cycling with a 25% reduction. Time to move on, when the scale isn't moving. Last edited on 18 March 2007 04:59 am by Hisgal |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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OK, so I re-figured my calories............ I used 163 for weight, and 1.4 for activity factor: RMR: 1379 BMR: 1436 X 1.4 activity factor RMR: 1931 BMR: 2010 5% over for high carb days: RMR: 2028 BMR: 2110 15% under: 1641-1709 20% under: 1545-1608 25% under: 1448-1508 30% under: 1352-1407 How's everyone else doing this weekend? Can't believe it's only 1 more week until we report our next 2 week progress for the Easter Challenge |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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Oh no Hisgal! Not 'the crud part 2'!!! I'm so sorry to hear it may be back. Isn't that the way it always goes? You feel well enough to get back into the swing of things - and bam! I'm so hoping it's very short-lived for ya! Thanks for posting about Nevd's bars - I will definitely have to check out the recipe section and see if it's doable for me...I am NOT handy in the kitchen LOL!!! I'm at a standstill, too. I'm trying not to get bummed out because I know part of it's due to lack of exercise. But I've been taking in too many calories lately - I don't know why - but I am so thankful I didn't gain this past week. I've been making unwise food choices...more snacking than healthy eating. I've got to do a total makeover before that scale goes the other way!'  |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Well, feeling some better today. I was even able to sing in church without coughing.
Scoobees, no problem. You just measure it all into the mixing bowl, turn on the beaters until it's all well mixed, and dump it into the sprayed pan! It's a piece of cake..........er, bar. Whatever...........very easy |
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SmallerMe Senior Member
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Time to move on, when the scale isn't moving. Go get it girl!! The great thing is we have a diary where we can look back and see what needs changing. Make it work for you!! I heard it said the last few pounds may be a bit tough but you can do it, ! know you canOh I also know you had a good time with your grand babies! :o) I hope you are feeling better today, you poor thing I think ya needed a bit more rest.Check on ya later, SmallerMe |
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valnadeau Senior Member 
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glad to see you are feeling better thats always a plus i guess its just a guessing game for everyone until they can find what works for themselves. i am still in the testing stage of things. keep up the good work and hang in there the scale will soon again budge |
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Hisgal Distinguished Member
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Thanks Smallerme and Valnadeau! I probably do need more rest! It's so hard for women, though, isn't it? There's so much to do! And though I"ve been slowly re-training my hubs, he was raised in the generation where the woman did all the house work. I didn't mind that when I stayed at home with the kids, but now that I get home from work later than he does (much later this time of year, when I often work until 7:00-9:00 p.m.) I am requesting more of him. I just wish I didn't have to request it.....that he would just see it needs doing, and do it. Right now I am struggling with getting all our financial info in the computer, so it's all it one place for taxes. He and the computer are not on a first name basis! Maybe that's another area to change! The second wave of crud seemed to be much shorter than the first I was up with new granddaughter on Friday night. Her schedule got off on Friday, and she was short one bottle when she went to bed, and sure enough she wanted it about 12:30 a.m. Otherwise she sleeps 8-9 hours each night. And then about 5:30 she was up for another bottle. So, maybe lack of sleep didn't help either, for the crud!On a weight loss note.......I kept my last 2 low carb days to just over 1400 calories and 33% carbs. One more to go, and then I'll try to keep the high day to around 1800 calories/50% carbs and see what happens. It's just such a balancing act to get the percentages in line! And I have to work Nevd's protein bars into each day.......I just love them! Here's to a great week everyone! Sure hope this will give me something to report for the Easter Challenge |
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Scoobees Distinguished Member
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I just wish I didn't have to request it.....that he would just see it needs doing, and do it. Oh yeah - I sooo agree! When I was at my previous job, I also had a later shift, and would have my fingers crossed all the way home that hubs did SOMETHING to help out...rarely did he. He's the kind of guy that has to be actually TOLD...or left a note...and would be more than happy to do absolutely anything at all; but to come up with it on his own? Never. Like you didn't stumble over all the junk on the floor? Didn't see the heaps of dishes in the sink? Ohhhh...you need a NOTE... Sure hope this will give me something to report for the Easter Challenge I'm with ya on that, too...since I added a fat ZERO to my total last week! I'm hoping this shaking things up a bit will get me started again, too. |
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valnadeau Senior Member
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i definitely agree with the hubs not doing anything i think men are programmed to see through piles of clothes and dishes and no matter how many times i ask i must sound like the charlie brown teacher.... its good to hear this case isnt as bad as before. hope your feeling better and to a great week i hope we all weigh in with flying colors this weekend |
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soontobeme Distinguished Member
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Hi HisGal, Sorry to you have the crud again......... I know have it, thanks to dear hubby and son..........they are better. I had an asthma attack today from it and dr. put me on steroids........fun fun fun.......and will probably be a weight gain at weigh in. They have a tendency to hold water. Hopefully it will help since it feels like I am just starting over again on my recouping.........all the coughing has made the stitches and the inside hurt and everything is swelled up. Enough pitty party for me, now. You are doing great. Glad to see you have such good spirit even with the cruds.......I go to the see the surgeon on Wed. hopefully this hasn't set everything back. I want my routine back. I am sticking in there. Hopefully tomorrow I will feel up to keeping up with my eating........if I eat. Judy |
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Hi Hisgal. I sure hope you are feeling better soon. Bummer, bummer - to be feeling bad with the ole crud - and on top of that to not be especially happy with the weight loss progress. I don't know - it just seems sooo hard!!!! I've been losing an average of .8 lb a week. That is a whole lot slower than I really want. So, I really understand your frustration. Here's hoping that you will find the right numbers (drowning in numbers again, yikes!!! ) Hang in there girl.....momma said there'd be days like this....she just didn't say they'd come in bunches!!!!! |
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