Greeky's BingeFree Zone

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 04:17 PM

Hello everybody!

I'm way past due for a change. So here I am, new avi, new journal, new Greeky.

Probably the biggest thing holding me back from achieving my goals is my binging problem. So stopping that is now going to be one of my top priorities.

My health is also another priority. You guys probably think I am a hypochondriac by now, constantly looking for a diagnosis to fit my symptoms. It is quite possible that I am looking in the wrong places. Maybe I just need more sleep.. maybe I am deficient in a nutrient. Regardless, I will try not to stress about it anymore as that only compounds the problem.

I finally got in touch with the psych clinic about therapy today, they will call me back sometime next week. I will also begin reading books and such on the topic of binging and emotional well being.

I don't intend to post my diet, except maybe for changes, and any bad things I may eat. Posting what I eat is another stressor and right now I just need to eat clean and healthy foods without worrying about the amounts (as long as they are not excessive)

As for my workouts, we'll see. I don't want strict rules for this journal, mainly a place to express my feelings and ask questions and get the much-needed support you guys always provide.

Tomorrow, I am going to weigh, measure, and take pics. I know it will be embarrassing for me. In the past two months I have gained 10 or more pounds. I am highly disappointed and upset with myself for this and I intend to go back to previous methods such as cardio which worked for ME to lose fat in the past.

I may or may not post my weight measurements and pics tomorrow, but I will definately take them.

In exactly 11 weeks will be my church's annual Greek Festival. I am setting this as a goal date because I want to look the best I can, and having an actual goal in mind may help my progress. (Who knows I may meet a nice Greek guy

) I aim to achieve 11 binge-free weeks. I have not decided if I will include cheats. However, I must make the distinction between controlled cheats and out of control binges.

I guess I will pretty much make this up as I go..
As of right now, I am doing two no carb weeks. Before you all jump on your soapboxes, I am doing it for the following reasons:
1) Break sugar addiction
2) Get possible and quite likely candida under control
3) Lose a couple quick pounds to regain some confidence.

By a couple, I literally mean a couple. Anything more will be water and or possibly muscle. I am however quite unhappy with the amount of muscle I have put on, so this is not a problem for me.
I will do periodic spit tests to check if levels of candida are going up or down, and then slowly attempt to reintroduce complex carbs..then eventually fruit as well.

I am going to use active verbs from now on. One thing I have learned as a communication major is that the language you use to describe something frames the way you view that thing. For example: I will try to stop binging VS. I WILL stop binging. Both of these have very different meanings, I will use the second form from now on. "Trying" is NOT good enough anymore. Only DOING!

I wanted to note my first no carb day is going well. I invented a new type of eggies, macaroon eggies. I add some organic unsweetened coconut flakes both in and on top (as well as cocoa and sweetener) It is surprisingly delicious, and using unsweetened coconut flakes adds *minimal* sugar. It doesnt taste that great alone..so I am not eating it out of the bag!

This is a very long post..but hey, its MY journal..

GREEKY'S BINGE FREE ZONE WOOHOO!

Good luck to me

**donescobar2000** · 03-26-2004, 04:20 PM

Good luck ma! I'm right behind you.

**camarosuper6** · 03-26-2004, 04:21 PM

Good Luck Greek. Just getting through life sometimes is a big enough challenge, much less trying to take care of ones body and be in good physical/mental condition.

Since you mentioned you go to Church, I will take it your at least semi-religious, as am I. One thing that always helps me when I have issues or problems is taking maybe 30 minutes at the beginning of each day and pray/read the Bible/ or just quietly meditate and give my issues to God. I usually get the day going right doing this and it really helps me, especially during tough times.

I wish you the best and Good Luck.

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 04:25 PM

Thanks camaro, I am like you, semi religious, but I have become too wrapped up in myself lately. Thanks so much for reminding me to look to God for guidance!

**atherjen** · 03-26-2004, 04:26 PM

Viv, I am so glad you finally decided it was time to get serious about your health conditions and try and take better control of it.
Im in the same process, I know its hard but hunnie it will be soo much more worth it in the long run!
Best of luck girl, Ill def be following for support!

**PreMier** · 03-26-2004, 04:46 PM

I know this has already been said...

But im here for support too

**camarosuper6** · 03-26-2004, 04:48 PM

I got this in my email box a few weeks back, and I hung it on my mirror. Good read

MEMO FROM GOD

To: YOU
Date: TODAY
From: GOD - The Boss!
Subject: YOURSELF
Reference: LIFE

This is God.

Today I will be handling All of your problems for you. I DO NOT need your help. So, have a nice day.

I love you.

GOD

P.S. And, remember....
If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you can not handle, DO NOTattempt to resolve it yourself !! Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for God to do) box. I will get to it in MY TIME. All situations will be resolved, but in My time, not yours.

P.S.S.
Once the matter is placed into the box, do not hold onto it by worrying about it. Instead, focus on all the wonderful things that are present in your life now.

If you find yourself stuck in traffic; Don't despair. There are people in this world for whom driving is an unheard of privilege.

Should you have a bad day at work; Think of the man who has been out of work for years.

Should you despair over a relationship gone bad; Think of the person who has never known what it's like to love and be loved in return.

Should you grieve the passing of another weekend; Think of the woman in dire straits, working twelve hours a day, seven days a week to feed her children

Should your car break down, leaving you miles away from assistance; Think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.

Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror; Think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine.

Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering what is life all about, asking what is my purpose? Be thankful. There are those who didn't live long enough to get the opportunity.

Should you find yourself the victim of other people's bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities; Remember, things could be worse. You could be one of them!

Should you decide to send this to a friend; Thank you, you may have touched their life in ways you will never know!

Now, you have a nice day,
Love, God

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 04:52 PM

TY jen don premi and camaro

that memo is SOO cute! I will print it out too!

**myCATpowerlifts** · 03-26-2004, 06:32 PM

oh man time to whore

just kidding

How are you gbc?

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 06:41 PM

im ok cat how are you?

**Jill** · 03-26-2004, 06:49 PM

Good luck chicklit, Im here for ya, you know it my twin.

I will not comment on the no carb weeks, just pleeeeezzzzzzzze be careful. As for the coconut-im off to get groceries and that is on my list for my nighty night snack! Much success to ya darlin!

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 06:52 PM

thanks sweetie

man.. i am too damn sensitive..somebody makes a little joke and i start crying WTF

**myCATpowerlifts** · 03-26-2004, 06:59 PM

Originally posted by greekblondechic
im ok cat how are you?

well its been a hard week but its friday...

im sick
and my body aches all over lol

but besides that im in good spirits

**myCATpowerlifts** · 03-26-2004, 07:00 PM

Originally posted by greekblondechic
thanks sweetie

man.. i am too damn sensitive..somebody makes a little joke and i start crying WTF

WHO DID IT????

ILL BEAT THEIR ACES!!!

**Flex** · 03-26-2004, 08:16 PM

Good luck babycakes

it's tough, but its definitely doable. You control your own fate little one, so if its something you really want, then there is nothing that can stop you.

give 'em hell

p.s. i got the whole "bulking=eating as much as possible thing down", but i'm sure glad i don't have to do the whole dieting thing.....yet

**greekblondechic** · 03-26-2004, 08:21 PM

*gives cat a massage*

ty flexy that was sweet

**Jodi** · 03-27-2004, 12:12 AM

I really wish you luck but do you realize what 2 weeks of no carbs is going to do to your metabolism, digetstive system and sanity?

It could take you weeks to bring your metabolism back up so that your actually burning fat again. Your metabolism shuts down and stops burning fat if this is not done properly. Not worth the pain and torture IMO.

Good luck Greek, I really do wish you the best.

**JLB001** · 03-27-2004, 09:16 AM

2 weeks Greeky? Make sure you have a note pad handy all the time, you might get forgetful. I'm with Jodi on this one, two weeks is a long time to go no carbs.

**donescobar2000** · 03-27-2004, 10:14 AM

Originally posted by JLB001
2 weeks Greeky? Make sure you have a note pad handy all the time, you might get forgetful. I'm with Jodi on this one, two weeks is a long time to go no carbs.

Me 3.

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:15 AM

Thanks Jodi Jodie and Don Don.. I will monitor how I'm feeling, as well as do periodic spit tests. Then I will try to slowly reintroduce. I think brown rice is gluten free. We'll see, I might do only one week.

Anyway.. I got my pics and stats taken. Walgreens may be able to get you the CD in one hour.. but the quality is soooo much worse ugh! My pics stats and measurements are REALLY embarrassing. But I will put them up. I want to do them every week, but may more realistically only take pics every two weeks. I need a digital camera.. anybody wanna donate one??

I will also post some older pics that were on the roll, from december and january. I looked a lot better then

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:28 AM

Height 5'6.5" - 5'7"
Weight 158lbs
GOAL IN 11 WEEKS: Get back to 144/145 or at the very least my old 148!

Measurements

Chest 40.75"
Rib Cage 35.5
Waist 31.5" (EEK!)
Abs at navel 36.5"
Hips 40
Around thighs under butt 40
Thigh 25
Quads (above knee) 18
Calves 14.75
Arms 11.25

PICS

Here's my fat front

**JLB001** · 03-27-2004, 11:29 AM

Greeky..I am jusy worried that after day three of no carbs you'll wanna pull your hair out. It's tough going completely no carb. Just monitor DAILY how you are feeling. If you feel that it is too much, start introducing things back in. Promise us that...OK????

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:30 AM

fat side

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:30 AM

fat back

**JLB001** · 03-27-2004, 11:30 AM

There is nothing wrong with your pics. You have a cute shape! But if your goal is to get down to 148, you shouldn't have a problem doing so.

**donescobar2000** · 03-27-2004, 11:31 AM

Youre gonna hit Ketosis for sure. It aint fun.

Been there done that. Will never do it again.

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:31 AM

I promise Jodie, dont worry, I am not trying to be stupid! I will be careful

**JLB001** · 03-27-2004, 11:32 AM

Can I have your little legs Greeky???? They have a nice shape!

**greekblondechic** · 03-27-2004, 11:37 AM

they are not little.. and my thighs got sooo fat! I want them to be 22.5" again

**JLB001** · 03-27-2004, 11:47 AM

Mine are WAYYYYYYYYYYYYY bigger than yours.

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