07.07.2015-x-post of my ramblings

carimiller7391

Good morning everyone!!!

I don't feel awesome yet...but I do feel GREAT. I'm about 98% better and the depression is gone. Now I just need my energy back without the aide of caffiene pills daily. I'm taking my B12 and D3 and they seem to be helping so much. I am finally excited about vacation to the point I am packed... everything...(I packed on Sunday and realized I didn't pack pajamas or capris)... Oops!!! So I had to pack a 2nd bag because not everything fit into my suitcase. Oh well.

Reggie and I had a very LONG talk... tears and laughter so, it was a good talk. I explained that the way I was raised you don't make assumptions and that even if you are a couple, married, gf/bf, whatever, you ask if things are ok. He kept having me take him in town (about a 25-30 minute ride) to take care of some business.... never asked was it ok, just assumed. Also when we were supposed to go to his aunt's bbq this past weekend, he told his mom she could ride with us.... again, just assumed.....I explained even though I have a green light to just show up at his house whenever I want, I don't unless asked to come over. I feel that's rude.... that I also find it rude to make plans for me without making sure it's ok. He said he's always been like that..I told him we need to come to some sort of compromise as I work all day (he works 830-230) and by the time I get to his house, I want to relax, not run every single night......he understood. Since we talked... he has asked everything. I'm so happy.

Food wise, I hit a brick wall. I'm at 294.5. Up a pound from my lowest. Not bad, but not the direction I wanted to go. I am sticking to 75g net carbs a day. I'm tracking just that by paper and pencil. I kept getting caught up in the calories and trying to hit my other macros. Kept getting upset by going over in calories. So, since I know that it is ticking me off to see that, if I just track net carbs on paper, it's better for me right now.

I am in a good place mentally (for once) and I feel as though I can really focus on my carbs for the next 13 days consistently. By the time I return from vacation, I will be ready to lower carbs again. I'm excited to be able to eat more seafood on vacation as I LOVE fish, crabs, shrimp.....and will be following the advice of the great people on the LC daily forum. Focus on meats for breakfast, lunch and dinner and maybe a taste of a treat, not the whole thing as dessert. (thanks to the LC daily forum for the advice)..... Hopefully, I will be so engaged in having fun, wont think about sweet treats. I did find out our hotel for the 2nd half of our vegas trip has a little fridge, so I am getting cheese, almonds. turkey deli meat (ham and I don't make out very well) and maybe a few eggs. The first half ofd the trip we have a full kitchen, but the folks I am going with are first time Vegas folks, (except my best friend) so we will be eating out the whole time. We've mapped out what places we want to eat and I have checked out the menus online and feel as though I can make some great choices. I feel so much more in control and empowered now. YEAH ME.

So how is everyone else doing today??

KnitOrMiss

carimiller7391 wrote: »

Good morning everyone!!!

I don't feel awesome yet...but I do feel GREAT. I'm about 98% better and the depression is gone. Now I just need my energy back without the aide of caffiene pills daily. I'm taking my B12 and D3 and they seem to be helping so much. I am finally excited about vacation to the point I am packed... everything...(I packed on Sunday and realized I didn't pack pajamas or capris)... Oops!!! So I had to pack a 2nd bag because not everything fit into my suitcase. Oh well.

Reggie and I had a very LONG talk... tears and laughter so, it was a good talk. I explained that the way I was raised you don't make assumptions and that even if you are a couple, married, gf/bf, whatever, you ask if things are ok. He kept having me take him in town (about a 25-30 minute ride) to take care of some business.... never asked was it ok, just assumed. Also when we were supposed to go to his aunt's bbq this past weekend, he told his mom she could ride with us.... again, just assumed.....I explained even though I have a green light to just show up at his house whenever I want, I don't unless asked to come over. I feel that's rude.... that I also find it rude to make plans for me without making sure it's ok. He said he's always been like that..I told him we need to come to some sort of compromise as I work all day (he works 830-230) and by the time I get to his house, I want to relax, not run every single night......he understood. Since we talked... he has asked everything. I'm so happy.

Food wise, I hit a brick wall. I'm at 294.5. Up a pound from my lowest. Not bad, but not the direction I wanted to go. I am sticking to 75g net carbs a day. I'm tracking just that by paper and pencil. I kept getting caught up in the calories and trying to hit my other macros. Kept getting upset by going over in calories. So, since I know that it is ticking me off to see that, if I just track net carbs on paper, it's better for me right now.

I am in a good place mentally (for once) and I feel as though I can really focus on my carbs for the next 13 days consistently. By the time I return from vacation, I will be ready to lower carbs again. I'm excited to be able to eat more seafood on vacation as I LOVE fish, crabs, shrimp.....and will be following the advice of the great people on the LC daily forum. Focus on meats for breakfast, lunch and dinner and maybe a taste of a treat, not the whole thing as dessert. (thanks to the LC daily forum for the advice)..... Hopefully, I will be so engaged in having fun, wont think about sweet treats. I did find out our hotel for the 2nd half of our vegas trip has a little fridge, so I am getting cheese, almonds. turkey deli meat (ham and I don't make out very well) and maybe a few eggs. The first half ofd the trip we have a full kitchen, but the folks I am going with are first time Vegas folks, (except my best friend) so we will be eating out the whole time. We've mapped out what places we want to eat and I have checked out the menus online and feel as though I can make some great choices. I feel so much more in control and empowered now. YEAH ME.

So how is everyone else doing today??

That's a whole lot of awesome going on there. Glad things are looking up! And your weight may go up a teensy bit while your body converts, but you're very likely to lose inches, even if the scale goes up, so pay attention to your clothes fit.

Also, plan to get a bunch of sodium while you're out, as at 75 grams of carbs with lots of activity, you'll go ahead and hit the first stages of ketosis and might end up with some low carb flu. Keeping up on the sodium can help keep that at bay!

HUGS

carimiller7391

Thanks for the info Carly. Would hate to hit the carb flu while in Vegas!!!

canadjineh

Have fun in Vegas, Cari!! Sounds like you've worked out a good plan, and I'm so glad you are feeling more settled in your mind with your relationship etc. That can ease stress and make it simpler to stay on track with your self-care program.

CoconuttyMummy

I've been following your progress, Cari, and its great to hear you're in a good place.

Perfect planning prevents pathetic performance... you got that covered, girl!

You have yourself a wonderful time in Vegas. Stick within the boundaries you've allowed yourself - at 75g carbs you have so many food options and, being well over 50g, you wont be in any danger of carb flu or withdrawals. You should feel great with that, and as you're not setting yourself any calorie limits, so you'll be able to eat to satiety, so no hunger pangs to distract you. Its a nice way for you to ease into LCHF, i think. When i went Keto i was super strict on myself from the start, lowering my carbs first down to 30g and really restricting my calories to a proper deficit, because i was scared of gaining weight, but looking back i was putting my body through so much all at once, no wonder i was so ill for a whole month whilst i was adapting. If i had to do it all again i would go a bit easier on myself and eat to maintenance for a couple of weeks whilst the body adjusts, but i wouldnt go any higher than that if im being honest. On 75g carbs and maintenance cals you can have an awesome time with lots of yummy foods, without extra holiday weight to lose when you get back home.

I think its awesome how well you've planned everything. Enjoy your hols, Cari, and take some cool pics to show us! x

mlinton_mesapark

Hear, hear! Sounds like you've put yourself in a great place in your relationship AND going into your vacation with a detailed game plan. Way to go! I hope you enjoy your Vegas trip to the fullest.

carimiller7391

Thanks everyone!! I'm looking forward to going to Vegas!!!

Sugarbeat

Have fun and good luck in Vegas! I've known people who've lost weight not even tracking while on vacation because of the stress relief so even if you've hit a brick wall you may lose.

Fvaisey

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Don't we wish they were talking about calories too?

carimiller7391

I've checked out the "bargain meals" not on menus... you know the unknown unpublished meals for those that do research before going. Most of those meals are steak, shrimp and veggies or steaks and veggies so great choices can be made.

KnitOrMiss

carimiller7391 wrote: »

I've checked out the "bargain meals" not on menus... you know the unknown unpublished meals for those that do research before going. Most of those meals are steak, shrimp and veggies or steaks and veggies so great choices can be made.

That's SO exciting!!! I'm glad you're having such fun educating yourself on your options.

carimiller7391

I'm trying @newmeadow !!!