NSV's
Sugarbeat
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I think we need an NSV thread. If there already is one I didn't see it. I think a lot of people come to the low carb way of eating expecting massive weight loss all at once and since that doesn't always happen its good to focus on the other areas LC eating improves. I'll start.
Last night I ended up at Walmart and Aldi's, while hungry, and actually bought less than normal. 2 months ago grocery shopping while hungry would have meant I spent more on carby foods I didn't really intend to buy because I couldn't think of anything but being hungry. But last night I was able to not only resist all the carby foods, and Aldi's I've realized is about 90% carby foods, but I didn't even want them. Also in the past, I would immediately go home and stuff my face while cooking a quick dinner of pasta and marinara sauce. Then I would crave ice cream all night. Last night I had a small packet of pistachios and then ate my dinner of turkey burger, brussel sprouts, and swiss cheese-no ice cream cravings. NSV.
Last night I ended up at Walmart and Aldi's, while hungry, and actually bought less than normal. 2 months ago grocery shopping while hungry would have meant I spent more on carby foods I didn't really intend to buy because I couldn't think of anything but being hungry. But last night I was able to not only resist all the carby foods, and Aldi's I've realized is about 90% carby foods, but I didn't even want them. Also in the past, I would immediately go home and stuff my face while cooking a quick dinner of pasta and marinara sauce. Then I would crave ice cream all night. Last night I had a small packet of pistachios and then ate my dinner of turkey burger, brussel sprouts, and swiss cheese-no ice cream cravings. NSV.
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Oh yeah, it was terrible to go shopping hungry! I'd buy everything lol, but now I don't venture into any of the aisle, except for spices and oils, and only shop around where all the fresh stuff is.11
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My NSV is simply feeling good about what I put in my body. I used to think healthy eating was way too time-consuming, but really I'm not spending any more time cooking my eggs in the morning and packing up leftovers from the night before than I used to spend making a bagel with cream cheese for breakfast and sandwiches with chips for lunch. My evening meal does take a bit more prep time than it used to, but it's not nearly as bad as I thought and it's well worth it in terms of the benefits to my health.
Another NSV is that, even though I'm not seeing progress as quickly as I'd like (PLEASE, I'm less than 3 weeks in--can you say IMPATIENT?), my husband remarks every day about how "hot" I am and how he can feel the difference when he puts his arms around me while I'm sleeping at night. He has never found me unattractive, even at my heaviest, but for him to comment on my progress feels good!32 -
Oh, and I forgot to mention my pants feeling a bit looser in the knee and lower thigh areas!
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This:my husband remarks every day about how "hot" I am and how he can feel the difference when he puts his arms around me while I'm sleeping at night.
The absolute BEST NSV is that my daughter can wrap her arms all the way around my waist when she gives me a hug. That feeling is better than anything the scales can offer.
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stillonamission wrote: »This:my husband remarks every day about how "hot" I am and how he can feel the difference when he puts his arms around me while I'm sleeping at night.
The absolute BEST NSV is that my daughter can wrap her arms all the way around my waist when she gives me a hug. That feeling is better than anything the scales can offer.
Aww, now you've got me teary-eyed at work!
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So it seems like winter is over here in North Carolina, its going to be 60+ for the next week. I pulled a bunch of shorts out of my dresser that I was wearing last summer. They are all way too big now 30
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<<my husband remarks every day about how "hot" I am and how he can feel the difference when he puts his arms around me while I'm sleeping at night.>>
<<The absolute BEST NSV is that my daughter can wrap her arms all the way around my waist when she gives me a hug. That feeling is better than anything the scales can offer.>>
Yay! That's awesome for both of you. And Radii, nothing like pulling out last years clothes and finding them too big! Way to go.7 -
I am wearing my winter coat comfortably with extra room to wear with a hoodie, one that in Dec 2014 I could barley zip up and when I did I had to tug and pull and felt like a sausage because it was so tight.25
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I am wearing my winter coat comfortably with extra room to wear with a hoodie, one that in Dec 2014 I could barley zip up and when I did I had to tug and pull and felt like a sausage because it was so tight.
@jazzine1 I'm in quite the same situation. I had a weird sensation of playing dress up in someone else's clothes one day I put on my coat without only a thin shirt underneath...4 -
I'm not lucky enough to have experienced any of these yet (I live in south Texas where we pretty much wear our "summer" clothes all year!) but thanks for sharing and giving me something to look forward to.
So far my NSV is that this is no where near as hard as I thought it was going to be. I went in to this thinking I would never be able to sustain it. I've found so many supportive people, amazing recipes, facts, and resources that it's been a real breeze so far.
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Two NSVs for me.
First, on Wed at the family dentist visit, a marathon of 5 appts for us, the dentist and receptionist, people I see once every 6mo, were going on and out about how much weight I lost and how great I looked. Nice to hear.
Second, I did progress pics yesterday. (I'll try to post them later. Comcast is being an @$$ as usual.) You can see a difference. Bummer that you can't see much difference in my legs since those pants are getting baggy. They used to be my body-hugging skinny pants. In fact, I'm swimming in most of my clothes. Need to get to goal so I can get clothes that fit.14 -
One of my students asked why I look smaller.... she hates my guts.19
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Just completed a 5K today. It felt good! Last one was about 20 years ago.28
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baconslave wrote: »Need to get to goal so I can get clothes that fit.
I humbly suggest second-hand stores for intermediate clothing options. I need to go to Goodwill / Savers for some work pants.
So my NSV would be: A month ago I was thinking of going to the Goodwill to get BIGGER pants so I could be more comfortable until I was ready to diet again!18 -
We have some "upscale" Goodwill/Salvation Army and thrift shops nearby and I'm going to frequent them in a few weeks...my wardrobe is getting pretty bare and I don't want to "invest" in clothing that I'm just going to (hopefully) be using for a short period of time. My spring cleaning is going to be a major wardrobe pruning with the left-overs donated or consigned to the next person who will appreciate them. I call it retail therapy with a mission!12
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Too many to list.... Main ones are my bad knee feels much better. My heart rate is down from the mid 90s to the low 70s. Knocking off the glycogen bloat has taken me down 2 full pant sizes. My shoes fit better. I have more energy. All in about a month.11
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I can fit into a shirt that I was having trouble fitting into before!
Also, I have a bit more get-up-and-go in the mornings than I used to have.9 -
Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Too many to list.... Main ones are my bad knee feels much better. My heart rate is down from the mid 90s to the low 70s. Knocking off the glycogen bloat has taken me down 2 full pant sizes. My shoes fit better. I have more energy. All in about a month.
Is your heart rate down due to the diet only or do you exercise a lot too? (sorry, just nosy as am conscious my rate is quite high)
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PS there is a great NSV thread called "what's your most recent NSV" on the general discussions boards, which is great however the folks are losing weight/increasing fitness.3
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Another NSV: I'm wearing a pair of pants quite comfortably that I barely fit into a couple weeks ago. 8
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We need a Like option! I like all of your NSVs!
Mine: I purchased a new Easter dress along with the shoes, hose and appropriate Spanx! Was an expense, since I am a thrift store shopper too, but I am worth it and deserve something new. I ordered it all from Belk and everything fits! I haven't worn a real dress in years, much less owned one. Have been a pants person forever. Excited for Easter!11 -
Oh, and the shoes actually have a one inch heel. I'm sure most of the guys wouldn't understand, but some of us big, and already tall, people feel awkward in anything but flats. At least that's what it's been for me. Anyway, I am looking forward to wearing them and turning over a new leaf in my comfort zone!7
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That's great, @Karlottap! I don't wear dresses either... except in the summer I'll wear knee length or maxi dresses if it's super hot out (because I HATE my legs, and shorts are too exposing). And regarding heels, what keeps me in flats are my bad knees and my always-hurting feet. I just can't do it anymore. I'm hoping once I lose some more weight I'll be able to wear dresses and heels again!2
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octobubbles wrote: »baconslave wrote: »Need to get to goal so I can get clothes that fit.
I humbly suggest second-hand stores for intermediate clothing options. I need to go to Goodwill / Savers for some work pants.
So my NSV would be: A month ago I was thinking of going to the Goodwill to get BIGGER pants so I could be more comfortable until I was ready to diet again!
That was my plan for when I reached goal anyway. Get what there is at Goodwill first and then shop for what I can't find.
I'm gonna clear them out! All my kids clothes these days, if they aren't hand-me-downs, are from there. Unfortunately the one closest doesn't have that good a selection so I'll need to hit the one across town as well. But first I need DH to watch the kids for me so I can go. I don't think I can wait till goal. I have 4 pairs of pants and 1 t-shirt that fit right. And the pants are getting loose. I have to safety pin them when I do cardio. Everything else I have is a size or 2 too large. I don't even have one outfit I could wear to a wedding or to church. It's getting ridiculous.
So glad this WOE is working so well for you!
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Here's another of mine.
I had some family and friends I hadn't seen in awhile go nuts over me at my best friend's oldest girl's b-day party this weekend. I got lots of compliments. It was kind of embarrassing. But at least I know that even though I'm kind of starting to stall, I still am looking much better. I got to share about low-carb, too. Just because they asked and were seriously interested. Hopefully a couple of them took it to heart. Doubt it, but you never know.4 -
"Did you start taking anti-depressants?"
No more heartburn.
No more hangry.
Better breathing.
Better sleeping.
Knowing that even when I misbehave, I'm still eating better than my old "Hummingbird diet".
Having energy, even if I haven't gotten the motivation to use it.6 -
octobubbles wrote: »baconslave wrote: »Need to get to goal so I can get clothes that fit.
I humbly suggest second-hand stores for intermediate clothing options. I need to go to Goodwill / Savers for some work pants.
So my NSV would be: A month ago I was thinking of going to the Goodwill to get BIGGER pants so I could be more comfortable until I was ready to diet again!
Me too and that was soooo depressing! It does feel like a victory!
My other NSV is that I have not eaten sugar or any kind of junk food for almost an entire moth! If you would have even suggested that last month I would have lost it! Impossible. I "needed" it. I was addicted and just like that... poof... I have my life back!3 -
My other NSV is that I have not eaten sugar or any kind of junk food for almost an entire moth! If you would have even suggested that last month I would have lost it! Impossible. I "needed" it. I was addicted and just like that... poof... I have my life back!
How awesome does it feel that NOT eating sugar FEELS like a victory? :sparkles: (MFP needs to add sparkles..) You got this, girl! 5 -
The car seat belt isn't tight anymore. I can actually move when I'm belted in now.
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I can't tell you how much this means to me. I was scared I would have to buy a car seat belt extension. That DOES NOT FEEL GOOD.12
