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Posted by: greekblondechic

Alright..after looking through some other journals, I've decided it's time to start my own so here goes...

I need to lose weight blah!!!
Not sure what my stats are..but I do know I gained 4-5lbs during finals
Currently dealing with some major tummy problems (IBS) and eating disorderish problems (binges) altho I think the binges might be under control now that school's out YAY!

Ok here's my *ideal* diet plan:

45 mins empty stomach cardio (5x a week)

1/2 cup oatmeal w splenda/cinnamon
1.5 scoop protein OR 6 whites
3 strawberrries

4oz chicken or can of tuna + salad and 1tbsp olive oil or a few peanuts
1 fruit (banana, apple, etc)

1.5 scoops protein 1-2tbsp peanut butter

weights (3x a week)

4 oz chicken + salad + small sweet potato
(no sweet potato on non weight days)

6 whites or 1.5 scoop protein

Now as I mentioned this is IDEAL not Real LOL
I come from a traditional greek family who bugs me soo much just for not eating bread and pasta and other stuff, so sometimes i just try to adapt what they are eating to my diet as best I can..this usually means for lunch or dinner I am sometimes eating non lean meat such as pork or beef or lamb..I try to cut off as much fat as i can..

Also, as mentioned earlier I have some stomach problems..it sucks because I cant even eat some of the healthy things id like bc they make me feel sick but hopefully ill conquer it soon
For a while it was making me binge bc simple starchy carbs like crackers help calm an upset tummy, but I am avoiding those now because every time i eat them they set me off to BINGE horribly
Stress and depression/anger probably also contributing to binges.. trying to take care of that too.

I never measure my salad/veggies..is that ok??
Also sometimes I dont measure meat..try to eyeball it..I know that's bad..

Ok I will get back to u guys with stats when I measure tomorrow..keep in mind I gained during finals YUCK
and I may even take before pics when I get my cam on

Im excited to be on this forum, I know u guys will be soo helpful Thank you in advance!!!


Posted by: greekblondechic

Ok so, now here's what I ate today

45 mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein, sugar free syrup

ground beef (didnt measure..estimate 3/4 -1c including the veggies in it..too much)
asparagus
*forgot the banana!*

low carb protein bar

can tuna + spinach
1 box sugar free jello

skipping last meal - too sick to my stomach, goin to bed early

also had a whole bunch of sugar free candies
have been using them in attempt to stop binges thru substitution but i think they make me sick, so im going to give them up

I have a sort of sweet addiction, even with artificial sweeteners
Trying to wean myself off them and get taste buds to adjust bc right now i use TOOO much splenda

However i didnt binge today yay!!! And i did not even TOUCH the choc chip waffles sitting in the fridge which are always a huge temptation for me..so far so good..


Posted by: A.B

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Posted by: JLB001

Greek!

Good luck with your journal! Reading your diet made me hungry!
If you get the munchies, try that Polar Ice Gum. I love the stuff! It keeps me from eatting the cookies and sugar candies that work always has.

Have you ever tried protien powder pudding? That is a yummy snack too. Very easy to make just have to use a protein powder that tastes good. To make, you use sugar free pudding powder in choc. add that to about 1 1/4 to 1/2 c. water, then two HUGE scoops of protein powder. Mix with a fork till thick. Stick in the frig for about an hour...then eat!

As far as the salad, I usually go throw heads of lettuce as my snack foods too. I cut it in fourths and eat it like potato chips.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Looks really good especially the idea on (which you should be following :P) any way its a start. I swear It was worse then pulling teeth to you to get to start one, but trust me in the end you will thank me for doing so !! We have come along way already lets not take 2 steps back and 1 foward. lets keep moving forward you can do it and people are here to support you in any way shape or form


Posted by: Jill

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic

I have a sort of sweet addiction, even with artificial sweeteners
Trying to wean myself off them and get taste buds to adjust bc right now i use TOOO much splenda
Oh my god. I think I have met my twin. I could live off of sweets, for real. I find if I eat even too much splenda it upsets my stomach too. And binges-that part of my past life story-present too! Glad you're here! Good luck and I look forward to reading your journal!


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Currently dealing with some major tummy problems (IBS)
Papaya enzyme chewables have helped me with IBS and sore stomach bloating from carbs.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Yes jodi, I agree and also some ginger root will. I swear I almost was going to go over there with a bat and chase her to the doctors office. She is a very dedicated girl and just needs a kick in the ass and to twist her arm but eventually she listens to me. Jodi if you want a good enzyme ck out wobenzyme I wil find the link. They are excellent. For IBS equactactin and benefiber work wonders. I think more people suffer from IBS then they realize and I think we should start a thread so people are more aware of this. It affects 20 % of americans and some times people are obivous that they have it and don't know it. So far For IBs I have found Enyxmes and acidolpholisis, biffidolpholis, and other bacteria cultures help out tremendously. I think the reason alot of people can not reach their goals is becuase they body can not assimulate the food properly and it just end up bloating them. You agree? Becuase as I stated before we are not what we eat but what we can assimulate ...


Posted by: J'Bo

Welcome GreekChick

I used to eat alot of sweets however when you get off of the sugar you really dont crave any...i know that it sounds hard to believe but its true....sweetners and sugar will cause you to cave sweets and so although the first week is hellish...if you go no sugar you will crave no sugar i would start AFTER Xmas though I will be watching you and if you have any ?'s just let me know.

Jenny.


Posted by: greekblondechic

Ty very much everyone..already your support is so motivating! Im the kind of person that needs a lot of support, so I am SO glad I joined.

Anyway, here's my stats as of today:

Used to be
5'6.5"
145lbs
chest 40
waist 28.25
hips 37
thighs 22.5

Currently
152lbs
chest 40
waist 29.25
hips 38
thighs 23.25
calves 14.5
arms 11.25

I know that I gained a bit of muscle and some of it is probably water as well.. but when I weighed myself I wanted to cry!!
I drank a cup of tea and went to the gym instead tho

Anyway, Im going to try my very best to NOT cheat on Christmas..And also not drink on my 21st bday (Dec 27th)
Because I really want to get back to where I was..Im not happy with myself right now and I need to get back before I can be happy again..
I am wondering tho how I will pull off not drinking on my 21st tho LOL.. yet wondering if I take ALA if it will pretty much reverse any damage a few drinks would do..PLUS an extra cardio session on sunday.. like I said, losing weight is more important to me right now, but at the same time I know it will be hard to resist.. Altho I dont want my progress halted...any input on that would be great

Some excuses I thought of for not drinking:
"No thanks, I'm pregnant"
"Alcohol reacts badly with my schizo meds"
"My husband shot the last guy that tried to buy me a drink and I like you too much for that to happen"
Of course none of them are true hehe
I'm single, sane (sort of), and not pregnant

Ok I will update later with today's diet..


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Good that you updated your general other wise I was going to come over there and kick you in the ass and make sure you do it. See everything I told you so far has been right on. Hon, this was the best move you have made in reaching your fitness goals. We are all here to suport you in time of need remeber that


Posted by: atherjen

Good Luck hun, you have tons of support right here!


Posted by: greekblondechic

todays diet

45min cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein, sf syrup
1 tsp unsweetened shredded coconut
4 strawberries

4oz deli turkey breast, no cal dressing
lots of spinach
handful peanuts
1 large apple

unmeasured pork portion (i like to pick bones cant measure)
a bit spinach

diet hot chocolate
1 box sf jello
(again, got up late today and not too hungry)

I had no sugar free candy today yayyyy!

I'm a bit confused about two things:
First I know two protein sources a day should be fattier..but is pork acceptable?
Second, some sources say coconut is the best source of fat others say its the worst.. today I used more than usual, I usually only use a tiny bit bc a little goes a long way. so how is coconut as a fat source, and how is it just when u use a tiny bit?


Posted by: hardasnails1973

You better keep updating this or santa isn't going to come visit you this year !!


Posted by: greekblondechic

lmao.. I am I am! I love it..I just have a lot of unanswered questions tho..
BTW what's santa getting me this year???
Before pics are coming soon..


Posted by: hardasnails1973

A year supply of ALA and protein powder !! LOL


Posted by: greekblondechic

hahaha santa must have money!


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by hardasnails1973
A year supply of ALA and protein powder !! LOL
dang, well dear santa Ive been a very good girl too! haha


Posted by: greekblondechic

hehe atherjen..ill share!

todays diet + workout

45mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein sf syrup
pinch coconut

can tuna + salad, balsamic + splenda (my fave dressing)
1/2 oz nuts (makes salad more yummy too)
1 whole apple (sliced, sf syrup or cinnamon, nuked for 2-2.5mins mmmm fake apple pie)

1.5scoop protein 1 large tbsp peanut butter sf syrup
(yeah i just got da vinci sf syrups so i use them a lot! yum!)

weights - chest and bi's ( i got SOOO weak)
sauna - 30mins

diet v8 splash (20 cal - 6carbs)
4-5oz chicken, spinach, small sweet potato

1 box sf jello (beginning to see a trend here)
im actually wondering if jellos an acceptable source of protein LOL

It helps keep me from eating other junk
again no sugar free candies woohoo!
I actually used to use gum and sf ff pudding to ward of cravings but i had to stop bc gum bad for heartburn and pudding=diary=high carbs esp if u eat a box a day!
i do use diet sodas, diet snapples, etc but tryin to give up diet soda ..
TEA ROCKS..esp when u buy all diff cool flavors

j'bo..my cravings r gettin better but i dont think i can go completely no fake sugar... i would just like to be able to use less splenda and stevia..its expensive! lol how do i adjust my tastebuds? wean off over time?
jill..if i figure it out ill let u know!!

ty for the suggestions all..im goin to buy papaya tablets and SAN loaded next time i go out shopping!

How can i look my absolute best for my bday on saturday
tryin to lose water weight w sauna..what else?


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic

How can i look my absolute best for my bday on saturday
tryin to lose water weight w sauna..what else?
watch your sodium intake, Id cut back on all the artificial sweetners and products with it. also drinks TONS of water!!!

btw, Happy early Birthday!


Posted by: greekblondechic

thanks atherjen..i can watch sodium..but artificial sweeteners?! now ur askin a lot

I was afraid i wouldnt get to post bc my power was out..but its back on yay!!!!

TODAY:

45 mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1/2 tsp milled flaxseeds
1.5scoop protein sf syrup 2 strawberries

4-5oz chicken salad small handful nuts 1 apple

1 and a half low carb protein bars (total 300cals 30g protein 14g fat)

salad w a tad low cal italian
6 medium shrimp scampi (asked for very light on butter still had plenty)
4-5oz(who knows) sirloin steak w sauteed onions and mushrooms
(didnt eat any of the cheese go me!)
broccoli (yum!)

wanted to do weights today but was very lightheaded and tired..possibly too much sauna..
got all my christmas shopping done tho!

contemplating diuretics..i know theyre bad long term but what about very short term??


Posted by: J'Bo

diuretics arent a solution to weight gain...proper stable diets and exercise are the only things that work. just be patient and we will help you as best we can. relax over the holidays and once jan 2nd comes you better be ready to rock


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Greek keep it up hon you are doing really good. Holidays are coming and I have one cheat meal tommrrow and then I am done for I don;t know when. MY one freind hasn't cheated since april 2003. and you should see what he looks like now. I know you are discplined and your stress levels should be reduced alot becuase of no school. Enjoy the holidays,but think in moderation !! MARCH 5-7 here I come !!


Posted by: jstar

Hi girl U are doing awesome! Weaning yourself off sugar, real and fake is a good idea. If you are doing the carb cycling diet then you get to eat fruits on your carb days, maybe that can be your sweet food?

Any big plans for your birthday? My 21st was a huge snowstorm and I had to stay in! I hope you have better luck


Posted by: greekblondechic

I dont intend to cheat over the holidays.. Ive had enough bad food to last me a while.. I need to really get going before I can reincorporate cheats..

All I know right now is for the past few days I can't go potty, I'm bloated, I'm dizzy/lightheaded, and constantly freezing unless I've got a nice cup of hot tea this sucks!!!

BTW whats in March HAN?

I'm going to dinner and dancing with a bunch of friends on my bday..telling them I wont be drinking let's see what happens


Posted by: greekblondechic

TODAY:

45mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1/2 tsp flaxseeds tiny pinch coconut sf syrup
6 whites

can tuna, salad, handful peanuts
1 apple

1tsp peanut butter

porkchop (dont know how much) salad no cal dressing

box sf jello, a few very small pieces of apple and melon
diet hot chocolate (yum)


Posted by: Dante B.

People should never concern themselves with weight alone. For a woman, I know it's especially hard not to, given how many have this notion of "how much" a woman should weigh.

Of course, that doesn't take into account body/bone structure, as well as the activity levels, and nature of the activities (weight lifting, for example).

Going by your measurements alone, and an assumption, I see nothing wrong with your weight, at all. I've known plenty of woman who were around 5'5'', and ~150, who looked damn good; certainly more so than their emaciated, Body By Buchenwald counterparts.

And yes, chewable papaya/bromelain enzymes are absolutely splendid for IBS, as well as general gastrointestinal distress. The ginger can also help along similar lines.


Posted by: Mudge

Very true, that was one of the problem with starvation dieters and diet teas and the like. People lose bone density and muscle mass, and think they will somehow look better.

Think quality


Posted by: greekblondechic

OK SO

I was planning on not cheating today..HA WHAT A JOKE
I totally messed up

started out fine...

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein
3 strawberries

4oz porkchop, salad, 1tbsp peanut butter
1 apple

THEN!!!!!!!!
TONS of Shrimp w cocktail sauce, celery w tad dip, few carrots, lotsa lamb, salad, TONS of cherries and grapes!! a bit punch (fruit juice and diet soda)
and two small bites of rum ball and 1 small bite baklava

That was the sinker..
i had some diet hot chocolate to avoid eating anymore but I already set myself up
went back and had 1.5 pieces baklava and 2.5 rum balls
and some chips and i basically wanted to eat whatever i could find even tho I was sick as hell..

Im not sure why when i start I just wanna keeeeep going and cant seem to stop even tho I feel SICKKK like, I wanna puke..
I know insulin is involved..but I also tryin to figure out the mental part of it..

All cuz I let myself have a tiny little taste...

BTW, I know its not all about weight..I do have a considerable amount of muscle and am actually concerned about going too low on calories (on days I stick to diet that is) ull see if i ever post b4 pics..

I did however lose 4lbs..(mostly water i bet)
was down to 148 this morning (who knows after todays binge)

Oh well..this just means gotta do cardio on fri sat sun to make sure i dont get superfat from today!

*sigh* and i wanted a break lol

I'll figure myself out eventually..
Thanks for the support and comments guys, Im already addicted to this site, I love the feedback!


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
OK SO

I was planning on not cheating today..HA WHAT A JOKE
I totally messed up

started out fine...

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein
3 strawberries

4oz porkchop, salad, 1tbsp peanut butter
1 apple

THEN!!!!!!!!
TONS of Shrimp w cocktail sauce, celery w tad dip, few carrots, lotsa lamb, salad, TONS of cherries and grapes!! a bit punch (fruit juice and diet soda)
and two small bites of rum ball and 1 small bite baklava

That was the sinker..
i had some diet hot chocolate to avoid eating anymore but I already set myself up
went back and had 1.5 pieces baklava and 2.5 rum balls
and some chips and i basically wanted to eat whatever i could find even tho I was sick as hell..

Im not sure why when i start I just wanna keeeeep going and cant seem to stop even tho I feel SICKKK like, I wanna puke..
I know insulin is involved..but I also tryin to figure out the mental part of it..

All cuz I let myself have a tiny little taste...

BTW, I know its not all about weight..I do have a considerable amount of muscle and am actually concerned about going too low on calories (on days I stick to diet that is) ull see if i ever post b4 pics..

I did however lose 4lbs..(mostly water i bet)
was down to 148 this morning (who knows after todays binge)

Oh well..this just means gotta do cardio on fri sat sun to make sure i dont get superfat from today!

*sigh* and i wanted a break lol

I'll figure myself out eventually..
Thanks for the support and comments guys, Im already addicted to this site, I love the feedback!
LOL, sounds exactly how my day went. Good intentions to start with... but with the family over, food everywhere... there's just no resisting.


Posted by: katie64

Yeah, so glad your here honey, nice journal, very informative, I will be following along, cheering you on and also to see what HAN has to say, and I understand about carbs making your tummy feel better, that's all I could handle before I had my gall bladder taken out, take care babe and good luck...........


Posted by: katie64

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic


Some excuses I thought of for not drinking:
"No thanks, I'm pregnant"
"Alcohol reacts badly with my schizo meds"
"My husband shot the last guy that tried to buy me a drink and I like you too much for that to happen"
Of course none of them are true hehe
I'm single, sane (sort of), and not pregnant

Ok I will update later with today's diet..



Posted by: hardasnails1973

Viv, yesterday is history focus on the future do not dwell on the past . What done is done ...remeber holidays come around once a year so enjoy them and then deal with after affects. 2-3 days you will be back to normal. new year starts very soon and there will be alot of changes happening for both of us i'm sure, just hang in there...we are here to support you


Posted by: greekblondechic

Wow..feels like I havent posted in forever! LOL just been so busy
I'm going to try to remember the past two days diet as well as I can so here goes:

12/26/03

45 mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal
too much lamb again lol, salad (smushed first 2 meals together)
1 apple 1tbsp peanut butter(?)

low carb protein bar

chicken salad w bad stuff on it..mandarins, carrots, accidentally ate some of the chips that were mixed in but only a few
dressing was supposedly low cal..but always use dip fork method
sip of my friends mango madness drink at champps(MMMMM)

another low carb protein bar (bad I know..)
sugar free KY stinger..oops thats YJ Stinger hahaha
this really worked, a lot better than the time i tried sf red bull

DANCING woohoo i love it! except for creepy guys tryin to take me home

12/27/03 MY 21ST BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!

(skipped cardio since I went dancing the night b4 and was goin again)
1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein pinch coconut
3 strawberries

lamb again! (none left haha)
1 apple

1tbsp pb (ate some throughout the day.. :S)

low carb protein bar (i gotta stop eating those..)

chicken salad w raspberry vinegrette (who knows the nutrition info!!! (are artichokes ok? gotta look them up on fitday..)

two baby sips of my friends malibu bay breeze (I DIDNT REALLY DRINK ON MY BDAY GO ME!!!)

DANCING

BUT...at the diner afterward..
ordered a respectable tossed salad dipped fork in honey mustard..
then...ate a pancake drenched in syrup and a little butter
and 1/4 or so blueberry muffin (my friends suck )
(paid for it with cardio today, will update w todays diet later)


Posted by: hardasnails1973

freinds never do my dear and only some times can do more harm then good =, but they don't mean it and just don't understand some times. this journey that we partake in only a few people every stay with it and when it comes to being the best it may mean sacrfices and challenges which ordianry people just will never understand


Posted by: greekblondechic

Today:

45mins cardio (sugar free YJ Stinger helped me a lot!)

1/2c oatmeal 1.5scoop protein

11 shrimp, salad, 3tbsp salsa, handful nuts
1 apple

low carb protein bar

rib steak mmmm salad

1/2 chicken salad w some weird dressing 2 small cubes apple
pecans (ive got to stop eating out!)

diet hot chocolate

during the afternoon i was sweating even tho my house was 66 degrees and i was wearing a tank top..WEIRD...wonder if it was the YJ stinger from the morning..


Posted by: firestorm

Diet doesn't look all that bad. I'd be tossing in a protein shake or 2 instead of the diet chocolate drinks for example and what about your workouts? Can you post some of those GC (GC is your abbreviated name deary) lol.


Posted by: greekblondechic

awww..you know ur in when they give u a special name! lol! thanks for the comment about my diet..ive been trying altho going out and being so busy its a little f'ed up..

the diet hot chocolate is to ward off chocolate cravings (only 25 calories!) when they get bad...not as a meal altho if i hadnt been going out late nights to diners and restaurants my last meal would probably be a shake
(gotta stop eating those damn protein bars)

I havent done weights in a while bc Ive been busy..will do them later today...
anyway..skipping cardio this morning bc i am SO tired, and when i got up to go to the kitchen i was majorly dizzy..so I figure I can go to the gym later but right now would not be a great idea..


Posted by: ncgirl21

What kind of low carb bars were you eating?
Great journal BTW!


Posted by: Stacey

Hey there! Great Journal!! Happy (little late) 21st birthday!!! Sounds like u had fun!!
I think I may have that IBS problem or something like it also. Have been dealing w/ stomach problems for probably 4 yrs. now.

Anyway-- wanted to say HI!

Keep up the great worK!


Posted by: greekblondechic

thanks ncgirl and stacey

my favorite low carb protein bars: STRIVE - Smores flavor, by Biochem i think

Stacey, its very common even tho u dont hear about it much..up to 20% of the population has it, altho some worse than others and its more predominant in women..and aggravated by stress..
wondering how u deal with it, or do u not know how? im still working on it.. send me a pm if u want to talk

Anybody is welcome to send me a pm tho but dont forget to leave comments this journal has been helping me stay focused :P


Posted by: firestorm

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
awww..you know ur in when they give u a special name! lol! thanks for the comment about my diet..ive been trying altho going out and being so busy its a little f'ed up..

the diet hot chocolate is to ward off chocolate cravings (only 25 calories!) when they get bad...not as a meal altho if i hadnt been going out late nights to diners and restaurants my last meal would probably be a shake
(gotta stop eating those damn protein bars)

I havent done weights in a while bc Ive been busy..will do them later today...
anyway..skipping cardio this morning bc i am SO tired, and when i got up to go to the kitchen i was majorly dizzy..so I figure I can go to the gym later but right now would not be a great idea..

hahahaha oh hell yea kiddo your IN. I'm glad to hear your sensible and not risking injury just to get a workout in. More of us should think that way. I suppose that is where the phrase musclehead came from.
dhuuu My shoulder really hurts today so I'll do some 225 over head presses to work it out. hahahahaha Yea right. that is most of us except that poundage. lol
Good luck GC and I'll be keeping a VERY close EYE on that diet of yours excpecially starting Jan 2nd. lol


Posted by: Rissole

Got a comment for ya.......
Your a hotty

Just thought i'd pop in to say G'day Now you know someone in OZ


Posted by: greekblondechic

lol, thanks j'bos ass i mean rissole, and firestorm and ris u guys wanna make a love connection dont do it in my journal

TODAY:

(yj stinger didnt work for me today...soooo tired! no cardio )

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein
3 strawberries
1tbsp peanut butter

a very small handful peanuts

big chicken salad w carrots mandarins etc
weird sesame dressing
accidentally ate some of the chips on it again
they need to stop mixing those into salads wtf!

diet v8 tropical splash

5oz pork souvlaki, broccoli rabe 1 tbsp bbq sauce

1 box sf jello
diet hot chocolate (i luvs me some fake junk!)

was going to go to the gym and do weights and then maybe cardio...but i never made it..I needed a day off...

been drinking too much diet soda/other drinks and not enough water ugh! need to stop partying and start sleeping lol


Posted by: Rissole

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
lol, thanks j'bos ass i mean rissole, and firestorm and ris u guys wanna make a love connection dont do it in my journal
Hey i was never there.... but what about a love triangle??
You could love me, i could love you and Fire could love himself
Quote:
accidentally ate some of the chips on it again
they need to stop mixing those into salads wtf!



Posted by: greekblondechic

hahahaha poor fire, somebodys gotta love him too!

(ordering no chips on salads from now on!) Geesh!


Posted by: greekblondechic

omg i almost forgot... 5 gummy bears!!!!


Posted by: Rissole

mmmmm gummy bears.....


Posted by: firestorm

Young lady as ris stated I get to love me(little bastard that he is).
Regarding you though,,, you HAVE to cut OUT the soda and junk kiddo. If your really serious about cutting your fat percentages you would be best off, not cheating little here and little there throughout the week and limit such cheating to what is known as a "cheat" day. On the Cheat day that doesn't mean,, to go drink a liter of cola 1 pizza 1 1/2 gallon of Ice cream but a few small portions of one or 2 of those kinda things. It also gives you something to look forward to all week. Think about it.


Posted by: greekblondechic

DIET SODA ALWAYS!


Posted by: firestorm

No no no,, it still causes you to retain water. no no no and that is my final decision. lol If you must then you must but try curving some of those 'mistakes" ok? lol


Posted by: Rissole

Listen to Fire GBC.... (big bastard that he is)


Posted by: greekblondechic

i know i know..just they taste soo good..and caffiene mmm...


Posted by: firestorm

I'll never argue with you regarding Caffiene because I love it also. I get my fix in the form of coffee though. And yes even I cheat with things. I do put a "spot" of milk in mine 2% but only a touch. And Equal.
But soda, as much as I love it also, I will have a glass every friday with dinner and I don't even go diet. I go full blown Coke. huu rah!!! Gonna cheat, cheat good I always say. But that is pretty much my whole cheating routine. No ice cream, candy chips nothing. Just my glass of soda, 2 slices of pizza with cheese pulled off on fridays and my coffee with Equal and a touch of 2%.


Posted by: david

OK, I must intervene FS and Riss and say to GBC! I love your journal, BTW!!! The structure is quite cool!

Diet Soda is awesome too, but my trainer forbids me to drink it so.............

OK, again, Hi GBC and I'm going to have fun following this as well!




Posted by: firestorm

She is very honest and as bubbly as the soda she drinks Dave. Yes it will be fun following along with her and kicking her in the booty every once in awhile. lol


Posted by: greekblondechic

lol..yeah i need a swift kick in the butt sometimes, why else would i be here btw thanks and hi david
does your trainer forbid it bc of the bloating issue?


Posted by: firestorm

Greek he has the Adolph Hitler of trainers let me tell ya. I think she seriously whips his ass when he trys to slack off!!! I heard that on Christmas she set up survellance cameras around his appartment to make sure he didn't eat the cookie he left out for Santa.


Posted by: TheGreatSatan

I just don't understand why you need to loose weight. You are absolutely stunning. And I've never used the work stunning on this site or ever.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

I'm a little more lient on people... Got to break them in easy then we go gung ho !!


Posted by: Stacey

Hey there~

well I'm not sure if thats my stomach problem or not?! I need to do research on it. I can't eat beef w/o throwing up- (been like that for 8 yrs or more)-- I can't eat before getting into a car--I will get sick. And my list goes on & on.... won't bore ya

Your journal looks really good!! Keep up the great work!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

stacey- try digestive enzymes..they help alot when trying to eat certain foods. best advice is just listen to your body and see what makes it agree and not agree. Biofeed back is best indicator


Posted by: greekblondechic

i'm a bit depressed today... I feel like my diet ok it isnt great but its decent, and ive been doing a lot of cardio..and im getting nowhere! actually I appear to be getting fatter, but im praying its all water weight pms sucks..

and why the heck am i always tired as hell, and coldddd, dizzy/lightheaded or just plain zoned out

I feel so ugly and fat


Posted by: Jill

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic


I feel so ugly and fat
I feel like that today too. Watch your cardio-too much will just BURN muscle. Focus on your diet and weight training more. Cheer up sunshine! We all have shitty days like that!


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
lol..yeah i need a swift kick in the butt sometimes, why else would i be here btw thanks and hi david
does your trainer forbid it bc of the bloating issue?
Yes, the high sodium and carbonation I believe. I miss my beloved Diet Pepsi!


Posted by: Stacey

Quote:
Originally posted by hardasnails1973
stacey- try digestive enzymes..they help alot when trying to eat certain foods. best advice is just listen to your body and see what makes it agree and not agree. Biofeed back is best indicator
Thanks!! I will try that. I'm pretty use to what I can eat and not.


Posted by: Stacey

YEP I have days like that to honey!! CHEER UP!!

You need to give your diet more time to work also!!
No giving up!


Posted by: djrx06

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
i'm a bit depressed today... I feel like my diet ok it isnt great but its decent, and ive been doing a lot of cardio..and im getting nowhere! actually I appear to be getting fatter, but im praying its all water weight pms sucks..

and why the heck am i always tired as hell, and coldddd, dizzy/lightheaded or just plain zoned out

I feel so ugly and fat
greekbondechic......You shouldn't be depressed. Trust me you have NOTHING to worry about. You going it going on. Some days you are going to feel like a champ and some days you aren't. Just stick it out and things will turn around. It's all about perception hun.


Posted by: Mudge

Quote:
Originally posted by J'Bo
diuretics arent a solution to weight gain...
...and very dangerous at that!


Posted by: djrx06

Quote:
Originally posted by Stacey
You need to give your diet more time to work also!!
No giving up!
Stacey....Agreed.

greekblondechic.....Patience is key. People sometimes think it is supposed to happen so quickly and then they eventually give up. You aren't though. Stay focused.


Posted by: Mudge

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
i'm a bit depressed today...
Wow! Relax, you are being entirely too hard on yourself, you're talking crazy talk.

When running lower carb diets most people have to adjust, I know the first time I dropped carbs COMPLETELY from my diet it took about 4 days to even begin adjusting. After that I just did moderate carbs with oatmeal as my primary carb source, and was much better.

Persistence is what pays off, which is where most people fail.


Posted by: greekblondechic

thanks..i love u guys!!!!

mudge, im doing moderate carb..


Posted by: djrx06

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
thanks..i love u guys!!!!

mudge, im doing moderate carb..

Glad to see you are in a better mood.
Keep up the good work.




Posted by: greekblondechic

stacey..can u tell me what u can/cant eat? and how do u deal with it when u get sick? i guess in a pm if u want (oh and u can def be a model)
btw djrx nice avi

TODAY:

45mins cardio

starlight mint
1/2c oatmeal 6 whites sf syrup cinnamon
3 strawberries

can tuna, salad, 1/2 oz peanuts
40 cherries (pms and they were soooo good *foodgasm*)

too many peanuts, some almonds (pms and boredom)
box sf jello

1.5 low carb protein bars (again pms..not going to buy anymore)

diet sodas, diet v8 tropical splash (better than eating chocolate and junk food!!!!)

1/2 big chicken salad w tad regular honey mustard and lite ranch
ordered no cheese on it so it wont tempt me hehe
ate a couple pieces of the pineapple on it, not more than 1/2-1 ring

other 1/2 of salad w no cal honey mustard by walden farms

might have a diet hot chocolate too

im a fake food freak, its bad i know...but im breaking myself in slowly..least i got over my sf ff pudding and my sf candy and sf gum addictions..

always seem to have to replace my addictions with something else..

PMS is the mother of all excuses


Posted by: Mudge

Slowly is better than nothing! The first step is always the hardest, so many people dont even try.


Posted by: ncgirl21

Your doing great hun! Oh, and I checked out your gallery- You should NEVER feel fat and ugly (although we all do)- your so pretty!


Posted by: Stacey

Happy New year sweetie!


Posted by: greekblondechic

ty nc, happy new year to stacey and everybody else *muah*

YESTERDAY:

1 hr cardio, abs (ball crunches 50 reg, 25 each side, another 20 reg)

1/2c oatmeal
(1 hr later)
tuna salad handful peanuts
large orange

low carb protein bar (atkins advantage peanut butter)

turkeyyyyyy, salad, too much cranberry sauce
picked out chestnuts and raisins from the rice

DANCING
(my feet and legs are sooo tired..stupid knee high boots!)

candy (some runts, bottlecaps, 1 piece chocolate caramel thingie, 1 piece laffy taffy, 2 gumballs)
yeah figures..i always want junk food when i go to my friends house, and I never make smart decisions at 4am lol


Posted by: greekblondechic

oops almost forgot i had a few sips of champagne at midnight!

cheap and nasty tho, so it wasnt hard to put the cup down!


Posted by: greekblondechic

somebody said im not motivated bc i was complaining about the cranberry sauce, candy and the new years cake i ate (this morning)


Posted by: Mudge

Sometimes that is what the cheat meal is good for in my case, reminding me that I dont want to eat like that all the time.


Posted by: greekblondechic

yeah no doubt, i feel so ughhhh!!!!!!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

VIV,
I put away more food last night then then in a whole day! luckily the food was made by my freinds that were into fitness so it wasn't that bad (well some of it was) LOL. The brownies and heavy pound cake, and other little goodies did me in, but i took about 4 ripped fuels , 8 tabs of ALA through out the night and was actually fine in the morning. I had about 2 drinks (diet coke and absolute ) a few coor light beer and I was feeling good, buit I was in control


Posted by: Jill

Quote:
Originally posted by hardasnails1973
8 tabs of ALA through out the night and
What does this do for you HAN?


Posted by: greekblondechic

TODAY:

(forgot the diet snapple apple i had last night..damn @ the carbs!)

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE
No cardio no nothing!!!!

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein
4 strawberries
1 piece Greek New Years Cake
I hate holidays!!!!!!!!

dark turkey, salad, small handful peanuts
1/2 pomengrate

1.5 scoop protein 1 heaping tbsp pb

box sf jello
a lot of peanuts again (this is becoming a real problem..)

more dark turkey, salad

1 scoop vanilla protein, butter buds, splenda, cinnamon mmm!


Posted by: greekblondechic

HAN..u can afford to F up a lot more than I can..


Posted by: Rocco32

Hey, where's my new year pics?


Posted by: hardasnails1973

get that lactulose..I figured out what was going on !! it wasn;t diet, it wasn't stress, no blockage, or even anything to do with me, it was MY HOUSE !!!


Posted by: Stacey

Hey Girl!! Happy New Year!

Thanks for saying I could be a model Your the best!!!
The foods I stick with are:
Baked chicken (with lemon pepper Sometimes)
ground turkey meat (99%fatfree)
Deer sausage (very Lean)
Chocolate Whey Protein pwd.
Green beans
Ranch Style beans (maybe once a wk)
Zone bars (maybe 2 a week)
Green peppers
lettuce
Brown rice
peanuts
pecans
fish oil
sf chocolate pudding
Strawberries
red grapes
oranges
Green apples

on occassion= chex mix (maybe once or twice a month now)
Bud light- maybe 5 A MONTH!

I'm pretty limited-- check out my journal when I put my food in there.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Nuts may tend to really churn peoples stomach. My suggestion to you is to try the same kind of carbs for 3 days straight and then rotate and then find out what the limiting factor could be. Simple process of elimination with out other varaible involved thats how i figured out my little problem !!


Posted by: Stacey

Actually- when I eat the above foods I'm just fine! I have a few peanuts everyday. Its when I eat other foods is when I get sick...or if I put Anything in my tummy before riding in a car.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Same here you are used to eating clean and put crap in your body it will reject it. GINGER ROOT should cure that nausiousness in stomach from driving


Posted by: Stacey

See thats what I was thinking also!! I just can't figure out Why I can't get into a car after eating--Its even worse if I'm the Passenger!!! omg! My Grandmother is the same way though--she gets Very car sick (tummy hurts) when shes the passenger! (all her life) Wierd huh?!


Posted by: Stacey

I am gonna try that Ginger Root! Thanks!!!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

natures alterantive to dramine !!


Posted by: Stacey

HuH??


Posted by: hardasnails1973

dramamine used for motion sickness on boats


Posted by: Stacey

Oh Mi gosh-- DUH!!! LoL

Sorry--was having a dumb moment!


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by hardasnails1973
Same here you are used to eating clean and put crap in your body it will reject it. GINGER ROOT should cure that nausiousness in stomach from driving
Hmmmnnn... I never knew that about Ginger Root! Thanks for the info HAN! I just thought it was great flavoring for Chinese food ala wok style! But I love Ginger and Chicken and I can't do without it and maybe this explains the lack of stomach sickeness when travelling.


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
ty nc, happy new year to stacey and everybody else *muah*

YESTERDAY:

1 hr cardio, abs (ball crunches 50 reg, 25 each side, another 20 reg)

1/2c oatmeal
(1 hr later)
tuna salad handful peanuts
large orange

low carb protein bar (atkins advantage peanut butter)

turkeyyyyyy, salad, too much cranberry sauce
picked out chestnuts and raisins from the rice

DANCING
(my feet and legs are sooo tired..stupid knee high boots!)

candy (some runts, bottlecaps, 1 piece chocolate caramel thingie, 1 piece laffy taffy, 2 gumballs)
yeah figures..i always want junk food when i go to my friends house, and I never make smart decisions at 4am lol
Hey GBC!!

Sounds like you had a GREAT time!!! You're too funny with your concerns of what you eat. With your activities and age, you can get away with it!!! (God, I wish I was your age! How can I turn back time??) So don't fret and keep up your active lifestyle so added bad poundage won't stand in your way. But on the other hand, if HAN says otherwise.............

PS. If you knew what I ate at 4 am when I'm with the band, my trainer would FIRE me! maybe that's why I'm in the gym so much!!! Ridding that bad elements!


Posted by: JLB001

My body hates greasy foods. Nothing worse than tasting dinner 4 hours after you eat it.


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by JLB001
My body hates greasy foods. Nothing worse than tasting dinner 4 hours after you eat it.
Ewwwwww.. I take it you don't fry your tortilla shells in oil, then!


Posted by: greekblondechic

david..i cant get away with it..i gain weight... anyway

CONFESSION TIME (i havent updated in a while!!!)

1/2/04

45mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein
4 strawberries

tuna, salad, peanuts
1 medium apple 5 cherries

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb

low carb protein bar

chicken salad w honey mustard

1/3/04

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

low carb protein bar

low carb protein bar

WEDDING:

glass champagne
few small pieces chicken, chinese roast pork

pineapple, coconut, lots of maraschino cherries
salad, prime rib, 2 stuffed mushrooms (no idea whats in them)
2 small bites potato (eh..I havent been missing anything!)

a few bites of wedding cake, ICE CREAM (lots of it in different forms, baked alaska, some other stuff) and two chocolate shots

some DANCING (helped kill some of the bad stuff)

and then oh no!
TONS OF CHOCOLATES! (I went back to my friends house and pigged out, the desserts from earlier like turned on the switch and i wanted mooorrrreeee)
maybe 15-20 almond hersheys kisses, 3 or so mini reeses, 1 bite size hersheys dark, 1 big chocolate lollipop, 2 coffee flavored lollis
(i cant believe it myself)

1/4/04

1 hr high intensity cardio
(no breakfast..was lunchtime said screw it)

4oz deli turkey, salad, large handful peanuts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb, 1/3pkg sf ff pudding
(i need to find something else to use as a thickener for protein pudding..any suggestions?)

chicken salad w honey mustard

somebody kick me my friend baked cookies and i gave in..still weak in the mind from yesterdays binge
2 choc cookies, 3 coconut toffee square thingies, 2 bite size pecan things, handful cereal

WHY do i do this to myself? and HOW do i stop?


Posted by: firestorm

One suggestion GB is before you put the candy in your mouth, drink a HUUUGE glass of water. I mean a huge glass of water. I have found that large amounts of water in a quick shot, tends to fight off those cravings pretty damn well. You have nothing to loose, give it a try. Remember I said HUGE glass of water. If you don't have an oversized glass then drink 2 normal sized glasses of water quickly. don't be sipping it,, down them both.


Posted by: Rocco32

Thats a great idea FS. I used to do that when I lost all of my weight. Kills the craving.


Posted by: Sapphire

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
david..i cant get away with it..i gain weight... anyway

CONFESSION TIME (i havent updated in a while!!!)

1/2/04

45mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein
4 strawberries

tuna, salad, peanuts
1 medium apple 5 cherries

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb

low carb protein bar

chicken salad w honey mustard

1/3/04

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

low carb protein bar

low carb protein bar

WEDDING:

glass champagne
few small pieces chicken, chinese roast pork

pineapple, coconut, lots of maraschino cherries
salad, prime rib, 2 stuffed mushrooms (no idea whats in them)
2 small bites potato (eh..I havent been missing anything!)

a few bites of wedding cake, ICE CREAM (lots of it in different forms, baked alaska, some other stuff) and two chocolate shots

some DANCING (helped kill some of the bad stuff)

and then oh no!
TONS OF CHOCOLATES! (I went back to my friends house and pigged out, the desserts from earlier like turned on the switch and i wanted mooorrrreeee)
maybe 15-20 almond hersheys kisses, 3 or so mini reeses, 1 bite size hersheys dark, 1 big chocolate lollipop, 2 coffee flavored lollis
(i cant believe it myself)

1/4/04

1 hr high intensity cardio
(no breakfast..was lunchtime said screw it)

4oz deli turkey, salad, large handful peanuts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb, 1/3pkg sf ff pudding
(i need to find something else to use as a thickener for protein pudding..any suggestions?)

chicken salad w honey mustard

somebody kick me my friend baked cookies and i gave in..still weak in the mind from yesterdays binge
2 choc cookies, 3 coconut toffee square thingies, 2 bite size pecan things, handful cereal

WHY do i do this to myself? and HOW do i stop?
Don't be so hard on yourself!! We all cheat sometimes! Just shake it off and start all over again!

The water idea is a good one... fills up your tummy.



Posted by: hardasnails1973

fiber will fill you up as well ... Just have to experimment to find out which one is comfortable for you


Posted by: ncgirl21

Hang in there sweetie!! I think we all get like that sometimes. One piece of candy for me leads to a box of candy!! You had more restraint than I could have!! Just get back on track and you'll be fine.


Posted by: greekblondechic

Thanks for the support fire rock sapphire han and ncgirl
u guys make me feel better

UGH! I did bad again today:
The days not over but I think im going to start updating this earlier in the day so i dont have to think too hard to remember breakfast then edit later lol:

So far today:

No workout, spent day with friend who is leaving for school instead

1.5scoop protein, 1/2pkg sf ff pudding, 1tbsp pb, pinch coconut
cinnamin splenda butter buds (weird but yummy pudding)

leftover chicken salad w honey mustard

another coconut toffee square thingie, a pecan thing and a choc cookie, and a few handfuls of cereal

2 chocolates, an herbal tea w already added sugar

a lot of pineapple, a pear, canned peaches, toasted coconut, a bit choc pudding and salad with rasberry vinagrette
(we called it the gourmet tropical salad lol)
a few spoons of friends ice cream mmmmm

Damn today i basically said fuck it..im tired of this dieting/binging cycle, i look horrible and bloated and fat, my diet is so messed up
However I will try the water thing (hope I remember to)
These past three days really suck, I might as well just inject fat onto my hips and stomach lipojection LOL
I have a serious sweet tooth, and I think I need to follow J'bos suggestion to completely cut it out to kill the cravings.. Cuz moderation doesnt seem to work, nor does substituting with diet soda I think that probably makes me crave more
I hate having to figure myself all out, wish I could just hook up to a machine and know EXACTLY what would work best for me
but alas i gotta do this long drawn out process, I know no carbs leans me out nice, but my body hates it and Im so tired, we'll see... ok will update again later


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic

Damn today i basically said fuck it..im tired of this dieting/binging cycle, i look horrible and bloated and fat, my diet is so messed up
However I will try the water thing (hope I remember to)
These past three days really suck, I might as well just inject fat onto my hips and stomach lipojection LOL
I have a serious sweet tooth, and I think I need to follow J'bos suggestion to completely cut it out to kill the cravings.. Cuz moderation doesnt seem to work, nor does substituting with diet soda I think that probably makes me crave more
I hate having to figure myself all out, wish I could just hook up to a machine and know EXACTLY what would work best for me
but alas i gotta do this long drawn out process, I know no carbs leans me out nice, but my body hates it and Im so tired, we'll see... ok will update again later
Well, the last time I did this, it took a shock value within my life to snap me out of it of my cravings for certainties. Based on what I've read and re-read... (yes I do do that to feel what you feel in the sense of frustrations) and I know, within time, you will be back on track. Really, what you might want to try is stand, turn around and walk away from the cravings completely and go through a body clense. Is your water intake enough? Maybe you should increase it especially 10 mins before you eat? What I do, believe it or not, because I used to love breads and French fries, I would chew on them and then just spit it out. I know, it sounds gross but it appears that I'm eating it but the guilt is on my mind. This won't work for chocolate though so don't try it! Also, I even carry my trainer's card around (she has a gorgeous picture of herself on it and it reminds me of her hard nose toughness and attitude while diplaying beauty. Confusing but VERY cool. ) and I'll pull it out whenever I get that craving because the goals set at hand by her, I have to achieve it!!! It's what I paid her for! That's another thing. I think about the investment that I pay monthly and to spoil it like that is just wasting my time and money. That right there is a HUGE motivating factor. Money that I don't really have but invest in my health and future and time that I need to be in a studio but rather in the gym with her and in my own gym.

Don't stress too hard GBC, just re-evaluate and take a deep breath and continue on.


Posted by: greekblondechic

Rest of 1/5

Fish and salad

1 scoop protein


Posted by: firestorm

Quote:
Originally posted by rock4832
Thats a great idea FS. I used to do that when I lost all of my weight. Kills the craving.
Thanks for seconding my post my friend. So you can relate and validate this works. Outstanding. Hope she sees this.


Posted by: firestorm

guys and gals the water idea is NOT only about filling the stomach. I can bet she and many like her including myself don't grab that cookie or candy or whatever bad thing it is just because we're hungy. It is because it's there for one thing and secondly a craving. Every blue moon I get this incredible craving for Soda. don't ask me why but I do. So I go the fridge, see the soda pop BUT grab the pitcher of water instead, down a huge glass and I no longer have the craving for the pop.
So my point is this. Yes if fills you but MOST importantly,,, IT KILLS CRAVINGS. Has something to do with the taste buds. Basically cools them down and stops the slobbering you were just doing over that chocolate KISS. hahahahaha


Posted by: Sapphire

Don't give up Sweetie. We ALL have days where we feel fat and yucky!!! BELIEVE ME!!!! That's OK, just try harder tommorow! I am starving today, I can't seem to get in enough food. I will eat more than normal today and hopefully tommorow I will be good again. I think I may be getting my period... I am sure you know how that is!!!

I am CRAVING CARBS!!!! YUMMY!!!


Posted by: greekblondechic

lol, could u tell I was having my monthly visit from the carb-craving fairy???

TODAY:

50mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

fish, salad, small handful peanuts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb

Weights: Legs!
10min warmup treadmill

4*20 leg press
4*20 hamstring curls
3*20 calf raises
3*20 hip abductor
3*20 hip adductor
5min cooldown

usually only do 3 sets but i started off real light cuz its been a while..and i felt i could go more...

4-5oz chicken, spinach, 1 tbsp(?) oil..was on chicken dunno how much

box sf jello, diet hot choc
1 scoop protein


Posted by: Rocco32

Hey Greeky, come over to the whore thread.


Posted by: Sapphire

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
lol, could u tell I was having my monthly visit from the carb-craving fairy???

TODAY:

50mins cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

fish, salad, small handful peanuts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb

Weights: Legs!
10min warmup treadmill

4*20 leg press
4*20 hamstring curls
3*20 calf raises
3*20 hip abductor
3*20 hip adductor
5min cooldown

usually only do 3 sets but i started off real light cuz its been a while..and i felt i could go more...

4-5oz chicken, spinach, 1 tbsp(?) oil..was on chicken dunno how much

box sf jello, diet hot choc
1 scoop protein

Yup.. I thought I recognized that stupid fairy!! Hate him!!!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Diet is looking very good !! don't be afraid to have some more nuts before bed time there are not going to hurt you


Posted by: greekblondechic

Yay! pb with nighttime shake..i love pb!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

yes but you need to get a more variety of EFAS not just from one source. I use mix up oil oil, flax, hemp, flax, almonds, fish oils


Posted by: greekblondechic

ok ok...ill try to incorporate some variety..

TODAY:

no workout..lazy tired sore (yeah i know i shoulda went)

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

some chicken some tuna salad small handful peanuts
4 roasted chestnuts (woulda cut out peanuts if i had known!)

box sf jello

1.5 scoop protein 1tbsp PB 1/3 pkg sf ff pudding

pork chop, salad

diet hot chocolate


Posted by: greekblondechic

i was at the supermarket and i really wanted to buy sugar free candy but i put them back! stupid sugar free candy makes my cravings way worse and harder to resist


Posted by: atherjen

smart move hun.. .those sugar free candys just tend to mess me up even more. i get this idea in my head that since they are sugar free then 10 wont bother... ughhh bad idea.


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Sugar free candy can make you crave more sugar becuase some of the ingredients cause a sugar spike after eaten


Posted by: atherjen

HANS, what specific ingredients would be causing the insulin spikes?

(sorry for thread jacking)


Posted by: greekblondechic

Today:

30mins low intensity cardio (i just couldnt get into it)

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

chicken salad w parmesean cheese, honey mustard on side

low carb protein bar

**forgot, 5 peanuts! lol!**
box sf jello, tic tacs

4oz deli turkey and chicken, salad, a few brussel sprouts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tsp pb, 1/2 pkg sf ff pudding


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Asparatame can cause swings in blood sugar levels and also if you take in enough you can poison your self. it destroys blood brain barrier and alters your ability to remeber short term info..I kow I had it happen and designer was nortorius for it


Posted by: greekblondechic

"Researchers in Germany report that water consumption increases the rate at which people burn calories."

http://content.health.msn.com/conten...e/79/96070.htm

MUST KEEP THIS IN MIND! I DONT DRINK ENOUGH WATER!


Posted by: atherjen

* going for yet ANOTHER glass of water! *


Posted by: greekblondechic

i've been considering buying some ephedra b4 its banned...should i or shouldnt i?


Posted by: JLB001

I'm trying the ephedra free stuff right now...But may end up ordering some stuff with it before it all goes bye bye.


Posted by: Sapphire

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
"Researchers in Germany report that water consumption increases the rate at which people burn calories."

http://content.health.msn.com/conten...e/79/96070.htm

MUST KEEP THIS IN MIND! I DONT DRINK ENOUGH WATER!
Yeah I don't drink enough either!! I gotta try to change that!



Posted by: greekblondechic

JLB what r u trying and is it working?
Sapphire too bad water doesnt taste like diet soda :P

Yesterday 1/9/04

1 hr cardio

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

4oz deli turkey and chicken, salad, handful peanuts

1.5 scoop protein 1tbsp pb

box sf jello

Dinner at the Cheesecake Factory
LUAU SALAD
Fresh Slices of Grilled Chicken Breast Layered with Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Green Onions, Red and Yellow Peppers, Green Beans, Mango and Crisp Wontons with Macadamia Nuts and Sesame Seeds. (took off the nasty fried cracker type things)
Tossed in Our Vinaigrette (got it on the side)

I DIDNT EAT ANY CHEESECAKE WOOHOO!!!!!!


Posted by: greekblondechic

I cant stop smiling


Posted by: JLB001

OMG...Not the Cheesecake Factory! I LOVE that place! Godiva Choc. Cheesecake!!! MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM

ok...back to that question. The Ephedra free Hydroxycut, only because Craig works at the GNC close to here, so he gets the returns and brings them home. I actually prefer the stuff with ephedra, but its getting alot harder to find.
The Hydroxycut with Ephedra worked best on me, but also had good results with the Charge with Ephedra too. (I know the stuff is bad, but it worked).
If I don't like the results with the ephedra free stuff, I am thinking of just taking some ephedra with it.


Posted by: greekblondechic

ok but just be careful!

and i wish i could get free supps, nice!!!


Posted by: JLB001

Not everything is free. We still have to buy protein powder, glutamine, mutli vitamins, etc. Noone ever returns them.


Posted by: greekblondechic

aww that sucks!

TODAY:

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

7 shrimp, salad, a few peanuts, 1tsp pb

1/2 protein bar, 3/4 scoop protein, 1tsp pb, 1/3 pkg sf ff pudding, pinch coconut

been drinkin wylers light (crystal light for poor ppl!)

bbq chicken (high fructose corn syrup mmm! lol)
spinach and broccoli
diet hot chocolate

last meal will most likely be jello, stomach feels unsettled, will update if its something else


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
aww that sucks!

TODAY:

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

7 shrimp, salad, a few peanuts, 1tsp pb

1/2 protein bar, 3/4 scoop protein, 1tsp pb, 1/3 pkg sf ff pudding, pinch coconut

been drinkin wylers light (crystal light for poor ppl!)

bbq chicken (high fructose corn syrup mmm! lol)
spinach and broccoli
diet hot chocolate

last meal will most likely be jello, stomach feels unsettled, will update if its something else

Mmmnn... BBQ Chicken Wylers... I've heard of it and it's just as good as Crystal light.

GBC!!!


Posted by: katie64




Wow, you don't eat very much babe, did someone mention "CheeseCake Factory"

I have TrimSpa, Miracle w8 loss, but a mod suggested to me to just drink green tea, 3 cups a day, I take green tea supps, also, let me know if you find good results with whatever you choose


Posted by: greekblondechic

hi david and katie
i usually eat more..i was sick yesterday and i didnt feel like eating much...

for right now im tryin to do diet and exercise and probably pick up some more ALA soon.. lemme know how what ur trying works

I was watching my sweet sixteen video (im 21 now)
damn i was fat!!!! like a size 13/14
now im only sorta fat, size 9/10
unless i stand next to jodi then id look like a whale

BTW went dancing last night woohoo
and i didnt eat anything at the diner afterwards..go me


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
hi david and katie
i usually eat more..i was sick yesterday and i didnt feel like eating much...

for right now im tryin to do diet and exercise and probably pick up some more ALA soon.. lemme know how what ur trying works

I was watching my sweet sixteen video (im 21 now)
damn i was fat!!!! like a size 13/14
now im only sorta fat, size 9/10
unless i stand next to jodi then id look like a whale

BTW went dancing last night woohoo
and i didnt eat anything at the diner afterwards..go me

Hi GBC!!!

Sorry to hear about your tummy! I Hope you feel a little better!) You were in a size 13/14? But, it sure feels good though now to look back at that and know how well your doing today!! Dancing and having a great night out! The wonderful benefits that you can enjoy these day! Now, as for your 9/10 size, just keep at it dear and you'll get there! Well, as for dancing and not eating afterwards, what time was that and do you think you could've possibly have a protiein shake? Then again, I'm not sure what your day/night looked like that night. Sometimes when I'm out till' 2 am and then hit the bed at 4 am, I may take a protein shake (6-8oz)


Posted by: Leslie

Looks like you are getting back on track.
Jbo is correct- stay away from the sugar. It will be painful, but eventually your taste buds get boring
I am the same as you- I have a hard time with "just a bite" too. Tasting any sugar usually sets me up for a downfall.
A trick I use is to brush my teeth....NOTHING tastes good after you brush

Good Luck!


Posted by: atherjen

Keep it going hun, sounds as though youve made some great progress thus far! takes time..we're all here for you though!

Les, I do the same thing with brushing my teeth!


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by Leslie
Looks like you are getting back on track.
Jbo is correct- stay away from the sugar. It will be painful, but eventually your taste buds get boring
I am the same as you- I have a hard time with "just a bite" too. Tasting any sugar usually sets me up for a downfall.
A trick I use is to brush my teeth....NOTHING tastes good after you brush

Good Luck!
Good suggestion, Les!!!

In addition to what Leslie said, Gargle with listerine (original flavor) and trust me.... chocolate or anything does NOT taste good.


Posted by: greekblondechic

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

seeing all the new comments made me smile, and the suggestions are great..keep em comin

TODAY:

1/2 c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

3oz burger grilled on rack to get rid of fat..
spinach, handful nuts

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb, 1/3 pkg sf ff pudding

30 mins cardio (i was so bored i went to the gym lol)
Felt goood..

a few peanuts (i was hungry!!..had maybe like 10?)
4.5 oz grilled chicken, (bite of breaded chicken..mine was better!)salad
box sf jello
tiny taste of cool whip lite/sf ff pistachio pudding/crushed pineapple dessert

TRYING VERY HARD NOT TO EAT IT!!!!

last meal: didnt have it yet..


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

seeing all the new comments made me smile, and the suggestions are great..keep em comin

TODAY:

1/2 c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

3oz burger grilled on rack to get rid of fat..
spinach, handful nuts
Have you considered switching that to Lean Ground Turkey instead of RED MEAT?

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tbsp pb, 1/3 pkg sf ff pudding
No veggie on this meal?

30 mins cardio (i was so bored i went to the gym lol)
Felt goood..

a few peanuts (i was hungry!!..had maybe like 10?)
4.5 oz grilled chicken, (bite of breaded chicken..mine was better!)salad
box sf jello
tiny taste of cool whip lite/sf ff pistachio pudding/crushed pineapple dessert

No breaded chicken! Resist!!!

TRYING VERY HARD NOT TO EAT IT!!!!

Then, drink more water or Wylers light. Add more powder if neccessary for the sweeten taste to kill your sugar addiction

last meal: didnt have it yet..



Posted by: greekblondechic

I made a sort of acceptable substitute for my last meal

1.5 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 pkg sf ff pistachio pudding
coconut extract, pinch shredded coconut, splenda
*tsp pb eaten separately* im supposed to add fat..


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
I made a sort of acceptable substitute for my last meal

1.5 scoop vanilla protein
1/2 pkg sf ff pistachio pudding
coconut extract, pinch shredded coconut, splenda
*tsp pb eaten separately* im supposed to add fat..
Hmmmnnnn... well, I would try to use my snack/fats more towards the beginning rather than the end but whatever/whoever has told you so then I won't interfere. Deb, has me do that more towards the beginning (Meals 1-3) but she doesn't have to worry about snacks with me because I don't snack.

But that's just me though.


Posted by: Leslie

Yucky snack


Posted by: greekblondechic

I'm sad.. so i'm gonna bullshit here for a while...

I *think* im starting to lean out again..not positive
but today i noticed my arms starting to look toned again..
and i think my legs might be a tad slimmer too..hopefully..

I didnt cheat today (Except for sugar free pudding)
i still need to find a good way to thicken/solidify protein powder so i can EAT instead of DRINK it

*sigh* I am going to get some new supps soon
supposed to buy redline, ALA, and BCAA's
reading about redline right now..never took a thermogenic b4, i hope it works w no bad side effects..

Lets see...why am i doing this after all?

Cuz..I want to be happy with myself and my body and feel confident and sexy.. and dance free no worries..
and wear bikinis to the beach and get stared at (for good reasons of course lol) I want to go to clubs and have guys be like hot damn look at that girl dancin over there wooo

I want nobody from high school to be able to recognize me
I want to stop traffic
I want to look like a fitness model
I want 7 bikinis
I want something from www.flirtcatalog.com
I want a nice cute boyfriend (preferably greek)
I want all the hot guys at the gym to check me out!
I want attention
I want love
I want to have a higher self esteem
I want to be a size 3/4 or 5/6
I want to be happy

Sometimes I wonder if i need to get counseling or something..
I dunno..just ranting, dont mind me..


Posted by: greekblondechic

lol @ leslie

maybe thats why u look like u do, and i dont


Posted by: firestorm

Greek I think your doing great hun and proud of how hard you are trying. Keep up the excellent effort kiddo!!!


Posted by: david

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
I'm sad.. so i'm gonna bullshit here for a while...

I *think* im starting to lean out again..not positive
but today i noticed my arms starting to look toned again..
and i think my legs might be a tad slimmer too..hopefully..

I didnt cheat today (Except for sugar free pudding)
i still need to find a good way to thicken/solidify protein powder so i can EAT instead of DRINK it

*sigh* I am going to get some new supps soon
supposed to buy redline, ALA, and BCAA's
reading about redline right now..never took a thermogenic b4, i hope it works w no bad side effects..

Lets see...why am i doing this after all?

Cuz..I want to be happy with myself and my body and feel confident and sexy.. and dance free no worries..
and wear bikinis to the beach and get stared at (for good reasons of course lol) I want to go to clubs and have guys be like hot damn look at that girl dancin over there wooo

I want nobody from high school to be able to recognize me
I want to stop traffic
I want to look like a fitness model
I want 7 bikinis
I want something from www.flirtcatalog.com
I want a nice cute boyfriend (preferably greek)
I want all the hot guys at the gym to check me out!
I want attention
I want love
I want to have a higher self esteem
I want to be a size 3/4 or 5/6
I want to be happy

Sometimes I wonder if i need to get counseling or something..
I dunno..just ranting, dont mind me..
I don't think you need counseling.... And I think every "want" is what you deserve!

Time, sweetie, you need time, ok? Stay postitive and trust me, you're a gorgeous gal and you do stop traffic. I think what you meant was that you want to cause accidents! Just kidding.

GBC, Your doing fine but I would love to see you get that self esteem up! Without that, it could be hard!

We're all here in support, GBC!!!!


Posted by: Sapphire

Hey Beautiful!!

Being happy is not dependent on being a size 5 or looking hot in a bikini! Sure it would be great and you will do it, BUT don't rely on your looks to make you happy. You are a beautiful person on the outside and I am sure one on the inside too!
Which is WAY more important than looking like a fitness model!!!





Posted by: hardasnails1973

GBC we will get there and we are here to support you in any way. Yes one day this summer we will hit the beach. I promise !! Just watch the sugar and the more consistant you are the more likely you are to be successful. try not to make this a full time job make it fun and enjoyable the results will come alot faster...The more you stress about impressing people the more its going to hold you back !! I have been there before. CAre about what you think not what other people think..


Posted by: greekblondechic

OK.. Im goin to try to focus on doin this for ME not for everyone else..but at the same time it does help my motivation..

I know its whats inside that counts..but thats already good to go, so i just need a better outside jk

I dont know why i have such high standards..oh well!

I WILL SUCCEED !!!!!!!!!!!!

TODAY:

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

4 oz chicken, salad, small handful nuts

low carb protein bar

Weights:
3*20 bench press machine
20, 15, 10 incline press machine
3*20 bicep curls

45mins moderate cardio

5 grapes eek lol
4oz pork sauteed w olive oil (drained) and garlic mmmm
spinach

diet hot chocolate (so good!)
no 5th meal gotta go to bed EARLY tonight (12 )

I cant say enough how much I love the support!!!!!!!
its so awesome to get feedback and support

I bought REDLINE today.. so nervous and excited!
but I am planning on waiting til I get my bloodwork results back to see about the possible thyroid problem
HOPEFULLY NOT!

I def am starting to get leaner again, in another week of being good I might even be back to late october status!

This summer I will get stares on the beach!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
and its gonna feel SOOOO GOOOD!


Posted by: Rissole

High standards are great but just keep your head in check and dont get down


Posted by: Rissole

There, i posted


Posted by: Burner02

ok..had to go to that web site..the flirt.com one..
holyeeee shiat! Ifyou get any of those outfits...we better get PICTURES!
That spiral one wold be a doozie..


How was your day? So, why did you go for the red line, say instead of liquid clenbutrx?


Posted by: Burner02

are you lookig for ephedra free? I am on clen right now...and have tried the red line..I think the clenbutrx really ramps me up more so then red line..just my .02 worth.


Posted by: Burner02

so...you 'laughed' at my paultry 20 minuets of cardio..howlong do you do it? What is your favorite?
Kristen, (girlfriend) loves her spin class. I went with her once....damn near killed me..

Luckily, I do legs the day before her spin class..and am too wiped to go back..
heh heh...


Posted by: Burner02

speaking of which, tomorrow is legs day! It will be an esay workout, as it will be the first work out on my legs in about 6 weeks..


Posted by: Burner02

hope tey have recovered enough by this weekend...we are going to the condo in the mountains this weekend for a couple days of snow boarding.


Posted by: Burner02

actually, I snow board, she skis.
I used t ski, but once tried 'boarding, I gave up skiing.
Boarding is so much better!


Posted by: Burner02

hope tis suficiently amuses yuo for a little while.
Keep up the great job..and offer more pics!

(have to ask..)
g'night!


Posted by: katie64

Looks like Burner's been whoring in your thread babe

You are so beautiful babe, don't get down, and you are young, lotsa time to accomplish your goals, you will achieve all those things outlined above but what's inside is so much more important, IMHO


Posted by: greekblondechic

lol for a sec i thought i was in rocks whoring thread..
ephedras about to go, why not try the stuff i can still get in stores..

ty for ur nice words katie

TODAY
(sick! )

1/2 c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

low carb protein bar

salad @ fridays 6oz chicken 2 bite size pieces apple
too much sugar crusted pecans pecan vinagrette

1.5 scoop protein 1tbsp PB
(got a new blender YAY i love shakes again..much better w ice!)

boiled chicken, spinach

box sf jello


Posted by: Sapphire

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
lol for a sec i thought i was in rocks whoring thread..
ephedras about to go, why not try the stuff i can still get in stores..

ty for ur nice words katie

TODAY
(sick! )

1/2 c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

low carb protein bar

salad @ fridays 6oz chicken 2 bite size pieces apple
too much sugar crusted pecans pecan vinagrette

1.5 scoop protein 1tbsp PB
(got a new blender YAY i love shakes again..much better w ice!)

boiled chicken, spinach

box sf jello
I have a weakness for protein bars too GBC!!!


Did you ever have the pecan crusted chicken salad at Fridays? YUMMMMMMM!!! My favorite!


Posted by: naturaltan

GBC ... most people realize and agree with what's inside as being more important, but I do not think that your list of wants deserves councilling. If I were a woman, I think I'd want the same things ... in fact, I love attention as well ... and that would explain why I have coloured braids in the hair. Keep the diet clean and the workouts consistent and you'll surpass your goals! Why not want it all ... inside and out! You go girl! You are IM's greek goddess.


Posted by: Sapphire

NT is right!! We all obviously want to look good and get attention.... one reason we work out so hard! I just wanted to remind you how pretty you are on the inside!

BTW my name, Cynthia is Greek!!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

By way my name is shawn if you didn't know LOL
and I agree with them 100% and we have talked about this before. If you are doing what you are doing for some one else you might as well stop now..Do for you there is nothing you have to prove to any one other then your self.


Posted by: Burner02

what?!? Where's my thanx for the in-journal amusement? You even ASKED me to..
Sometimes I feel so unappreciated...




Posted by: greekblondechic

no i never tried that one sapphire..it looked unhealthier than the others...is the chicken fried? lol

naturaltan tyvm *blushing*

pretty name Cynthia, actually my greek name is Paraskevi which means Friday... TGIF

Shawn..of course I know your name silly

oh and burner. this ones for u lol

TODAY:

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

boiled chicken, salad, small handful nuts

1.5 scoop protein 1 tbsp pb

35mins high intensity cardio

grilled pork chop, salad

box sf jello
1.5 scoop protein, 1tsp pb

i am definately starting to look leaner!


Posted by: atherjen

diet looks great hun!
and congrads on seeing the improvments, your doing great!


Posted by: Sapphire

I don't think it's fried, BUT if it is, it's OK I only have it like once or twice a YEAR!!! It's GOOOOOOD!!!

Congrats on your progress!


Posted by: Stacey

Your kickin' but girl!!! Thats great your seeing improvements- YEAH!


Posted by: greekblondechic

thanks everyone!!!!

the pork i keep eating bothers me.. i told my mom to make it less often and make more chicken, unforunately i cant ALWAYS cook myself something different cuz i get a lot of slack from my parents


Posted by: BabsieGirl

when I was living at home I got tons NO SLACK from my parents....

It's has cut down a notch since I moved out but my mom still rides me about my health & the supps I take. She's also in the medical field. go figure!

I know where you're coming from Greek


Posted by: david

Hey GBC!!!

Just stopping in and saying, "Hello"!!

Looks great and keep the awesome attitude up!!!


Posted by: hardasnails1973

Just keep rolling with it and do not deviate or fall off the band wagon. Did you start red line yet ?


Posted by: greekblondechic

han, is pork somewhat acceptable since i dont add extra fat (when doable)

havent started the redline yet hon, still waiting on my blood work results....

also..was wondering...since right now i am still seeing results off diet/exercise alone should i hold off til i plateau?

and one last thing..my redline is in my car and its below freezing out. is that going to affect it???


Posted by: ncgirl21

What's redline? (I'm a supp. dummy).

Girl- I saw your pictures, your a hottie now!!! Have you lost any weight so far and what's your goals?


Posted by: hardasnails1973

REdline question - ask in supplement forum I don't think it would matter.

Pork is fine - other white meat

Ride it out till you plateau DON'T BE CHANGING THINGS WHEN THEY ARE GOING GOOD

Congrats on seeing progress. just ride it and let things happen


Posted by: greekblondechic

man.. i feel like i have pms today even tho i dont im so grouchy!
but thankfully i dont have any cravings

btw thanks NCgirl, i will update when i weigh myself and take measurements again

and yes han..ill stick to this til i stop seeing results..


Posted by: naturaltan

Quote:
Originally posted by ncgirl21
Girl- I saw your pictures, your a hottie now!!! Have you lost any weight so far and what's your goals?
just took a peek myself ... I love the just like JLo pic :yummy: I was dead on as you being IM's Greek Goddess.


Posted by: greekblondechic

*Blush* thanks NT!


Posted by: BabsieGirl

You are attractive!


Posted by: katie64

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic

i am definately starting to look leaner!











Posted by: Sapphire

I like the pic where you can see your whole face!!
Yup definitely a greek goddess!


Posted by: greekblondechic



Today

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

can tuna, salad, small handful nuts

1.5 scoop protein 1 large tbsp pb

snack (was hungry): box sf jello, salad, 8 peanuts

4.5 oz broiled chicken w a liiittle oil it was cooked in (shouldve blotted) salad, some broccoli

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tsp pb
diet hot chocolate (mmm)

i had like 3 packs of sugar free gum! that stuff is addictive AND it makes me sick, i need to stay away!

I didnt get to work out today, roads too icy to go to gym
and I didnt feel like it anyway, im still sick
hopefully by tomorrow i should be feeling better
the worst part is, with a cold i always feel worst in the morning (which is my fave time to work out) and when i dont go in the morning its sooo much harder to get off my ass and go later in the day! sheeeesh!


Posted by: greekblondechic

lmao.. I keep coughing then hiccuping then coughing then hiccuping..


Posted by: Burner02

well..at least you aren't.....to add to that!


Posted by: atherjen

diet looks great yestarday hun. 3 whole packs? WOW! your jaw must be sore today... just chewing that many would have to make up for a cardio session. hehe jk
Hope your feeling better today!


Posted by: katie64

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic


Today

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

can tuna, salad, small handful nuts

1.5 scoop protein 1 large tbsp pb

snack (was hungry): box sf jello, salad, 8 peanuts

4.5 oz broiled chicken w a liiittle oil it was cooked in (shouldve blotted) salad, some broccoli

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tsp pb
diet hot chocolate (mmm)

i had like 3 packs of sugar free gum! that stuff is addictive AND it makes me sick, i need to stay away!

I didnt get to work out today, roads too icy to go to gym
and I didnt feel like it anyway, im still sick
hopefully by tomorrow i should be feeling better
the worst part is, with a cold i always feel worst in the morning (which is my fave time to work out) and when i dont go in the morning its sooo much harder to get off my ass and go later in the day! sheeeesh!
Hope you feel better soon honey Seems like alot of us ladies are feeling icky lately....


Posted by: Sapphire

It's the darn cold weather GBC!! We need the sun! Then we would feel better..


Posted by: naturaltan

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic
*Blush* thanks NT!
you're very welcome ... I'm a sucker for the big european sunglass look as in your avi.


Posted by: greekblondechic

thanks everyone, i know i DEFINATELY feel better when its sunny out, happier healthier everything.. wheres the sun?

TODAY

still sick, no workout

1/2c oatmeal 1.5 scoop protein

4oz broiled chicken (blotted) spinach small handful nuts

1.5 scoop protein 1 tbsp pb

can tuna, salad, 1 tsp olive oil

1.5 scoop protein, 1 tsp pb

i feel so icky for missing the gym for two days again, hopefully ill make it in tomorrow..
no jello today! altho i dont intend on cutting it out..just didnt need it today..
no gum yay! thats a bad one i need to cut
i had diet sodas..but starting tomorrow no more..
bloating may be temporary, but i find it compromises my mood/self esteem/motivation..so its not worth it!
plus phosphoric acid

oh and now for some good news:

doc called said all my blood work results are normal, cholesterol glucose thyroid hormones etc

still recommends birth control pills to take care of some things.. but im REALLY scared of gaining weight...


Posted by: atherjen

Dont worry about missing the gym hun, its best to let your body rest when it needs it. dont want to put anymore stress on it when ill.
Congrads on the positive test results! must feel relaxing. as for birth control, could you request a low dose pill.. most the of the newer kinds dont seem to cause weight gain from what I am told.
Hope you see some sun today hun


Posted by: Hammerlynn

Quote:
Originally posted by greekblondechic

oh and now for some good news:

doc called said all my blood work results are normal, cholesterol glucose thyroid hormones etc

still recommends birth control pills to take care of some things.. but im REALLY scared of gaining weight...
Glad everything is okay! I too have some problems that only birth control can fix but am trying to give my body a break. So far everything's a mess I think that they affect everyone differently and if you are on a low dosage you should be fine


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