Weekly Post: November 16th - 22nd

snaps27

Seems I missed the whole post two weeks ago and missed @orclam and @thecarbmonster. I'm so sad, I've missed the two of you! Keep your chin up carbs; I can relate, the world can feel really heavy sometimes.

I did really good last week and had some really good non-fast days, some even below 1400, which is really good for me, but then the weekend came and it all came crashing down. I am paying for it today because I feel bloated, however my fast today hopefully will help me clean my system. Note to self, "keep control of weekends", easier said than done.

flossyruby1

It sounds like many of us are struggling. For me, it's a combination of weather change, the holidays, and just plain boredom with the daily grind. I've realized, though, a pattern for me and weight loss. As soon as I near my goal, I start relaxing a little. One might even say sabotaging it a little. Losing weight, for me, is a "project" that requires planning and effort. A lot of my time is spent around this project. Once I hit my goal, I'm sort of left with a feeling of "now what?!?". I know maintaining my weight will be a goal/project in itself, but it isn't the same. I'm not moving forward. I'm looking forward to dropping a few more lbs before thanksgiving, just to keep a goal in mind. I'm a pretty goal-oriented person, in case you couldn't tell

flumi_f

Well said flossy! That is exactly what happens to me!

First fast will be tomorrow as we had a little party at work today. Two nights out this week to. So I will try to do a bit of cal saving in the morning to allow for dinner out in the evening. Worked today

Foamroller

Hello everyone Haven't posted in a while. Haven't weighed or logged any food since July or so either But I do end up on spontaneous FD here and there, just because I've lost hunger feeling altogether. Meaning, I usually eat sometime after 2pm, skipping brekkie and lunch. Fasted training or walks, but have to supply with electrolytes or I feel weak, dizzy, cold, get cramps or nauseous. I recommend anyone doing FD to up them, since salt etc are drained out when fasting and drinking lots. Electrolytes are essential for cell function. They are what make the cells able to purge or take in nutrients (aka. also burning from stored fat). Google potassium-sodium pump if you wanna know more. Mini lecture over

Anyway. I can hike in the woods for over 4 hours on just a handful of pork rinds and hazelnuts and STILL not run out of energy. That's what I call Fat Adapted! Body running on fats 24/7. It's freedom from eating. Not trying to brag, but going lowcarb and fasting has been a lifechanger for me. I haven't been able to replenish with enough calories on hard training session days. So in effect in deficit below bmr. No harm, no foul. The body is very, very resilient and flexible. The liver is a smart metabolic general that uses the energy and nutrients we give it. You are what you eat.

I've been very busy lately with new job and maybe new bf. I'm not on the 5:2 formally, hehe. But in practice it's happening anyway. I'll continue to read posts, so I'm keeping an eye on this lovely group (yes, Rus that means you too! )

snaps27

Nice to see you @Foamroller! Sound like you doing really well

flossyruby1 wrote: »

It sounds like many of us are struggling. For me, it's a combination of weather change, the holidays, and just plain boredom with the daily grind. I've realized, though, a pattern for me and weight loss. As soon as I near my goal, I start relaxing a little. One might even say sabotaging it a little. Losing weight, for me, is a "project" that requires planning and effort. A lot of my time is spent around this project. Once I hit my goal, I'm sort of left with a feeling of "now what?!?". I know maintaining my weight will be a goal/project in itself, but it isn't the same. I'm not moving forward. I'm looking forward to dropping a few more lbs before thanksgiving, just to keep a goal in mind. I'm a pretty goal-oriented person, in case you couldn't tell

Well said indeed. It's a total mind game with me. Constant dialogs and struggle in my head. "It's winter, I'm under a big coat I don't need to loose weight right now ". But then comes the guilt. Then this weird and slightly worrying thought enters my head "It's nice when people say, 'wow, you've lost weight' so then what happens when there's no more weight to loose". Attention seeking much... And then there is the "it's too cold to fast..," excuses, but luckily can win over my thoughts and get on with the fasts. I have only missed one in the past 6 months, although my weigh wouldn't show it. But I keep telling myself that it is better to be maintaining than back 60lbs heavier, so I will soldier on. Hugs to all my lovelies

WrenTheCoffeeAddict

Hey guys, I'm new to the group, but it's such a relief to see an actual active group!
I've been on 5:2 for the past month. 2lb from hitting my 1 stone loss (which will be 3 stone since I first started my healthy lifestyle).
Saying that.. I've been that same alb away for the past 2 weeks. *sigh*
It's the weekends that do it, and when it's not the weekends, it's a weird one off day where I somehow maintain after a fast day instead of losing my usual 2lb.
But, fingers crossed eh?
Has anyone noticed that they feel colder on fast days? At first, I thought it was the weather, but I do definitely feel a lot colder in the evenings.

WrenTheCoffeeAddict

On reading through previous posts, I've noticed that a lot of people pick Lunch and Dinner to be their meals. Personally, I pick breakfast and lunch to be mine, as I can't concentrate at work if I haven't had breakfast, and after lunch I just resign myself to that being my last meal of the day, and avoid the kitchen at home.

flossyruby1

This has been a really difficult week. Old habits have snuck their way back in and I'm feeling a little lost. I've successfully lost nearly 40 lbs through 5:2, focusing on a mostly vegan diet. However, lately, my motivation has been waning. I feel like I'm almost sabotaging myself and the thing is, I could gain quite a bit of weight before I have one of those "oh *kitten*, what have I done!!" panic moments. The truth is, this weight loss has existed in a dream for me. You have no idea how many times I've woken up with a fear that I've only dreamt my weight loss and that when I fully awaken, I'll feel that disappointing reality that I'm still overweight and uncomfortable in my own skin. Even though I hated those feelings, I've walked most of my life with them as my constant companions. To have them missing in my life, even though it's been nearly a year, still feels a little like a fish out of water. I'm grateful I'm seeing this now before I put the weight back on, but I feel a little stuck and I'm afraid that by the time I get unstuck, it might be too late. Today is my second fast day. Today, I commit to, just for today, to stick to those healthy habits that have contributed to my success. Posting this is yet another reminder that weight loss, for me, will always be a struggle, mostly in my head.

flumi_f

Ah Flossy, maintaining is work for me too! I totally get where you are at. I've struggled this past year myself. Lots of good and bad emotional stuff going on.

What has helped me see my new reality, were photos and the two makeovers I won in the last year. Makeovers sound so superficial, but looking at myself and feeling really beautiful...well that was a new emotion that went right to my deepest core.

ATM I'm 4kg over where I was last year and those have to go again, but I'm also still 25kg under where I started and 35kg under my highest weight and fitter than I used to be. Try to remember what you have achieved. Maybe set goals more related to fitness...run farther, lift more, do 20 pushups at the end of the month...you know what I mean. Go for those goals and see if they help you, realize where you are....in a much better place than you used to be. I can relate. Except for the last two years I look back on a lifetime of obesity. It's hard to reprogramm the brain to see and accept the new you.

Weightloss is alot of work on you innerself, not just on your outerself. At least it is for me.

flossyruby1

I don't think makeovers are superficial at all, Flumi! I think you need to take opportunities to see yourself in a new light, whether through a new haircut, new clothes, whatever because most of us have been at this game for a while. Once you find success, as you have, it really is hard to override perceptions that have existed for so long. I'm enjoying shopping for clothes and today, I bought a pair of skinny pants that are a little loose, which helped to keep me on track today.

sanjoparolas

Count me in as one who feels colder on fast days. I'm also someone who had a lot of initial success but am more than five lbs over my lowest despite regularly fasting twice a week. I was fasting three times a week when I was at my lowest though. I'm basically pleased overall though since I have maintained the size that my new wardrobe is in. I think fasting will remain a part of my life forever, and I am fine with that since I feel better than ever and it keeps me grateful.

KateNkognito

I am right there with a lot of you. I lost over 12 pounds this summer, and now I am only down 9. I have said this before, fat, for me, at least, is a really good excuse. I am too fat for that... I can't do that because I am fat... They just don't like me because I am fat. I worry that it isn't stress and poor scheduling lately, but also an underlying self-sabotage. I hope you all do well. You are all such great gals.

blambo61

I think the best way to fast is to eat in the smallest window you need to eat tell full but keep within your cal limit. For me right now that window is from 5:30 to 8:30 at night 6 to 7 days a week (I allow a day off). I'm in a losing mode and have lost 30 lbs in 11 weeks. When I hit my goal weight (another 40lbs), I will open up the window so I can get in the cals I need to maintain. I think I will probably try a 16:8 for 5 days of the week and do a 21:3 for two days of the week. I think it is very important to eat tell full (makes it sustainable) and the size of your window is determined by how long it takes to get your cals.