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Tough it out Tuesday, huh. Well I picked today to give up artificial sweeteners (and as a result, diet soda - which means the majority of my caffeine intake is gone) so today - and tomorrow - and the next day... will definitely be "tough it out" days LOL4
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Hang in there, Phrick! You've got this!0
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I constantly struggle to move. I do well for a while then fall back down. I was walking consistently in April then it became East Texas Summer heat and my excuse was the heat and I didn't want to crawl out of bed early enough before the heat hit. Well Anna asked me to walk with her to get ready for band camp - she needs to be used to toughing it out in the heat all day. We've been walking now for about a week and band camp started yesterday. I keep telling myself that I won't stop walking just because she's not with me. I didn't walk yesterday. I can/will do it today.6
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RowdysLady wrote: »I constantly struggle to move. I do well for a while then fall back down. I was walking consistently in April then it became East Texas Summer heat and my excuse was the heat and I didn't want to crawl out of bed early enough before the heat hit. Well Anna asked me to walk with her to get ready for band camp - she needs to be used to toughing it out in the heat all day. We've been walking now for about a week and band camp started yesterday. I keep telling myself that I won't stop walking just because she's not with me. I didn't walk yesterday. I can/will do it today.
One step at a time. Literally.
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My challenge is binging. I don't go crazy with carb heavy food everything would normally be on plan. But I end up eating too much.
At night and during work are giving me issues.
I'm trying to challenge myself not to do this. I'd love some advice from people who have or had the same problem.0 -
Tough It Out Tuesday.
How appropriate.
Yesterday was a holiday for me, so I am just catching up on work right now at the office. Hope the day goes by fast - it changed from being nice and sunny out to grey skies. That's Vancouver for ya.
Workout was good this AM - worked on accessory lifts and getting deeper in my squat.
So...we got rejected for like four places so far since we started our search last week. I didn't think it was going to be this hard but I guess people don't like to rent out to couples. Waiting to hear from three more places and going to see a listing tonight. I thought we had one in the bag yesterday because the landlord sounded really impressed by us sending in our application twenty minutes after the viewing. But then she told me later that day that they were in the process of selling the house (it was a basement suite) and that the new owners didn't want them to rent it out. So...that was a waste of time. Anyways, I'm feeling really disheartened now but I have to 'tough it out' and try not to eat my feelings, which is always a challenge for me.
Anyways...enough with boring you guys. Hope you have a good Tuesday!1 -
Will jump onto this thread and try to be succinct:
--Recently retired, married forever, no children and adore whatever pet I have at the moment!
--Love all animals (probably more than humans) and read nutritional books (LCHF) and true crime book (i.e. Ann Rule, etc.)
--Obsessed with Words with Friends and trying to teach myself French via CD's.
--Hubby does not eat LCHF, but doesn't interfere with my woe.
--Live in SC but plan to move to 5 acres in Virginia.
--Work out 3 days a week at the local gym, but mainly out of boredom and the understanding cardio plays in a healthy lifestyle.
Biggest challenge lately: eating LCHF foods past satiety.1 -
Alright, I've been lurking long enough on this thread, I may as well post.
What is your go to exercise when you are lacking motivation?
Lifting. It's my go to exercise all the time!
How do you decide who to friend here and what would make you unfriend someone?
I generally will friend anyone who leaves a note with the request. If I find them overly preachy on my news feed I'll usually unfriend. I'm not really into the whole RAH RAH RAH people trying to be coaches stuff on my feed. (For the record I also have no problem with them I just don't like that clogging my feed)
If you could choose any animal to represent you, which one would you choose?
A dog, because they're awesome and loyal.
What is your stretch goal for 2016?
To do an unassisted chin up.
What is your favourite low carb recipe?
Chocolate cheesecake mousse, nom nom nom.
What is the first thing that pops into your head when you're trying to stay focused and motivated to do this?
"Remember how crappy you felt on carbs?" A little background, I came to LCHF because there's a good chance I have PCOS, my PCP will not do any testing for it so I can't rule it out and/or get on medication. Keto is supposed to be good for PCOS so here I am. That and keto is the only way I have every lost weight in the past. Didn't even lose exercising 1 hr/day and eating 1200 calories.
City or country life?
Country!! I get stressed out in the concrete jungle.
If you could go back and give yourself 1 piece of advice, what age would you be and what would you say?
Probably about 16. Just enjoy where you are now, you're life will constantly cycle between ups and downs and you'll always have struggles.
What is your favourite book? Do you have a favourite author?
I don't really have a fave.
If money wasn't an object, where would you move?
I'd stay where I was, but I'd live on acreage!
Favourite LC Vegetable?
Zucchini
Response I get from others who hear of my diet?
"My friend did that and when they stopped they got fatter." Cool story bro, this isn't a temporary thing.
Favorite month/season?
May. It's not too warm not too cold. Things are green, sun is shining, motorcycle is on the road!
Favorite holiday destination?
So far, probably Palm Springs. I probably never would have gone there if my friend didn't get married there but I LOVED it.
Is your family supportive of your LCHF lifestyle?
Yup! It's pretty easy around them anyway since my family eats a lot of LCHF stuff anyway. They just couple it with carby stuff (bread, rice, etc) which I just don't eat.1 -
I chuckled at @Kimo159 because "My friend did that and when they stopped they got fatter." Out of curiosity has anyone ever not gained back and usually plus some when they stop eating a healthier way - regardless of what made it healthier for them? When they oh um...diet?!? I had to tell Anna yesterday that she shouldn't talk about LCHF as a diet - it's a way of eating and not something you stop doing. So right on, Kimo!3
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Tough it out Tuesday was very apropos for me today... Yesterday I helped my husband clean out our shed (took about 6 hours!), then took pics and listed about 25 things to sell and give away on a local FB group... while answering and making arrangements to meet up with people (and trying to keep everyone straight!) I also did our business deposit, paid bills, met my girlfriends for coffee, met my auntie for lunch, had a massage and chiro appointment (my whiplash issues are BAD right now, lots of pain and muscle knots across my shoulders), did more paperwork, paid more bills, went to the butcher's to get some awesome keto meat, did a week's worth of grocery shopping, put said groceries away, cleaned the kitchen, and collapsed in my recliner. I got all my steps in without even going for a walk... AND it was pouring rain all day so I got soaked numerous times running from place to place... Thank goodness Tuesday is DONE. Tomorrow will be a lot more chill... just have to design a business card and flyer for my dad and I have a handful of people coming over through the day to pick up stuff they want to buy from our shed clear out...
Keto wise... I did pretty darn good... Net carbs came in around 32 or 33 and I felt really satisfied all day. In the past I never would have had the energy to get all that done, my back and hip would have given out half way through my day, and i would have been SERIOUSLY cranky... Not to mention I'm feeling PMS'y and still managed to feel okay all day... I also would have gotten take out for dinner and stuffed my face with sugar comfort food because "I deserved it".4 -
Good morning! It's halfway through the week already! So let's Walk it away (or run)Wednesday!!
Being stuck at my appointment yesterday messed my step goal
So today I'm going to do whatever I can to meet it today. I did get home and manage my yoga which I noticed my form has gotten much better and I was able to move through my venyasa positions with smoother control. I was super proud of myself!!
Have a great day everyone!1 -
Good morning, all! Love this thread, and nice to see so many from Canada!
What is your go to exercise when you are lacking motivation?
Run/walk.
How do you decide who to friend here and what would make you unfriend someone?
Anyone who makes me laugh. I used to unfriend people who never interacted with me, but then one woman messaged me after and I felt bad. Now, I don't unfriend anyone unless they are creepy.
If you could choose any animal to represent you, which one would you choose?
A dog.
What is your stretch goal for 2016?
I would like to run (not run/walk) my October half-marathon.
What is your favourite low carb recipe?
Just starting. Need to get one!
What is the first thing that pops into your head when you're trying to stay focused and motivated to do this?
Don't just think about doing something. Do something.
City or country life?
City. Never lived in the country to compare.
If you could go back and give yourself 1 piece of advice, what age would you be and what would you say?
Age 13/14. It's cooler to be smart. Don't dumb yourself down to fit in.
What is your favourite book? Do you have a favourite author?
I love Miriam Toews and Doestoevsky. Hard to pick a favourite.
If money wasn't an object, where would you move?
I need to travel more before I can decide. I do love living in British Columbia.
What is your favourite LCHF vegetable?
Zucchini and/or mushrooms
Response I get from others who hear of my diet?
Nothing yet.
Favorite month/season?
May/spring. I love when everything is in bloom and you have the promise of summer.
Favorite holiday destination?
Oregon Coast.
Is your family supportive of your LCHF lifestyle?
We'll see ...
Of all the changes you've seen in yourself since starting this WOE or your weight loss journey, what has been your favorite?
Not loving the headache, but I am only on day 3 lol2 -
@RunRachelleRun - headache can be solved by proper sodium intake. Being LC, we need more sodium than the general population to keep the balance of electrolytes in our body. As we lose water by getting rid of carbs, we are taking sodium with it so we must replace it. Try some pickles or broth!0
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samanthaluangphixay wrote: »@RunRachelleRun - headache can be solved by proper sodium intake. Being LC, we need more sodium than the general population to keep the balance of electrolytes in our body. As we lose water by getting rid of carbs, we are taking sodium with it so we must replace it. Try some pickles or broth!
Thanks @samanthaluangphixay ! I read the thread about electrolytes and am drinking a strong salt/potassium solution. It is helping but not taking the headache away entirely. I'll try upping my sodium even more today.0 -
I've been lurking but now I'll play! 46 year old mom of two almost grown ups. I live in Ottawa, Canada and work for the fed government in media relations (so I have some stress!). Started LCHF June 2015 at an all time high weight of 245. Am now hovering between 172 and 176 and have been for a good month or so. My camel moment was when I saw a photo of myself next to my daughter at her high school graduation and realized I couldn't do this anymore. I didn't have any prevailing health issues but had dealt with ammenorhea and PCOS in the past so I knew I was insulin resistant. Figured it was a matter of time before a diabetes diagnosis came my way.
What is your go to exercise when you are lacking motivation?
I've decided to respect the lack of motivation...so I move when the spirit moves me I guess. Lately I've been taking barre classes. I've been known to "run", walk or bike occasionally. Exercise isn't a big part of this wol for me.
How do you decide who to friend here and what would make you unfriend someone?
I'm not super active with the friending...but I enjoy seeing what other people are up to. I'd have to be freaked out or very very irritated by someone to unfriend them.
If you could choose any animal to represent you, which one would you choose?
Pampered house cat.
What is your stretch goal for 2016?
I'm not entirely sure. I've been doing this woe for 13 months and have plateaued over the last few months. Am currently considering how to change things up (more carbs? less carbs? no carbs?) and if I'm happy at this weight or want to lose more. I think maintenance feels like a stretch goal since I've never been very successful at it before.
What is your favourite low carb recipe?
So many! Cauliflower "mac and cheese", chicken thighs almost any way, a good very rare steak...I love to cook and am always trying new things and finding new favourites.
What is the first thing that pops into your head when you're trying to stay focused and motivated to do this?
An oval! Sounds wierd but its an image that represents my way of eating and how it is sacred and untouchable...no one gets to tell me what to eat and no amount of stress/work/excuses etc can make me break it. I know...don't judge.
City or country life?
Probably city...with a nice country house! If only.
If you could go back and give yourself 1 piece of advice, what age would you be and what would you say?
Age 15 - its all uphill from here...mostly. So stop worrying so much!
What is your favourite book? Do you have a favourite author?
This is like asking if I have a favourite child...please don't make me choose.
If money wasn't an object, where would you move?
Everywhere. If money were no object I'd have a houses all over the place. Why commit to just one spot!
What is your favourite LCHF vegetable?
Cauliflower
Response I get from others who hear of my diet?
Usually congratulations on how well I've done followed by excuses about why they couldn't possible give up "insert name of carby food here".
Favorite month/season?
Fall - that first day with a nip where you need a good sweater and your favourite jeans.
Favorite holiday destination?
East Coast of Canada.
Is your family supportive of your LCHF lifestyle?
Yes - very!
Of all the changes you've seen in yourself since starting this WOE or your weight loss journey, what has been your favorite?
More confidence in my ability to stick to it. And how my butt looks in my jeans now
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CANADA UNITE!!!!
And open doors for one another, constantly apologizing.5 -
Throw it out Thursday!
Morning everyone, Thursday is here... The work week is getting closer to an end. It's been a long week. I opened up my closet last night and noticed I have clothing in all kinds of different sizes. I've kept my skinny jeans from before I had my son, and my larger sizes too!
One side of the fence is knowing that eventually I will be pulling out those skinny jeans again. Can't wait to slide those back on!
The other side is me wondering why I had kept the larger sizes? Is it self doubt? Have I been secretly setting myself up for failure by always having a larger pair to put on instead of stopping myself from letting the weight sneak back on?
Well not this time! Those clothes are getting the boot!
Have a great day!
Time to get motivated for work!!5 -
I cleared out all of my old fat guy clothes about two months ago. Fortunately for him, one of my girl's coworkers is the exact same size as I used to be. Dickies last forever, so I hated the idea of throwing away $400 worth of pants and button-ups. The fact that he and his wife always seem to be having financial problems just made it an even better deal. Double dipping on the good feels and whatnot.11
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I've cleared out my closet as I've gone along. I didn't want to keep any excuses/reasons to get lazy - if I only had things in my closet that fit at that time, then regaining was not an option. There are a couple of things that I did hang on to - I have 1 pair of size 22 jeans (my beginning size) and two dresses that have special meaning (not my wedding dress though LOL, I gave that away like 16 years ago) but that's all I have that doesn't currently fit - except for the couple pair of shorts that I bought in "my size" that are skinny cut and I didn't realize it... they fit, but dang. I won't wear them in public haha.3
