Sandy's OMAD Journal
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crazy that you quit smoking just like that, that's worth many many pounds off the scale in health currency haha and back to OMAD too, good job
I know, lol. It feels so good to have quit! And, I couldn't agree with you more in that it's worth more inbhetg currency!
Thanks for being so supportive
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Brilliant results and each day you are a happy non smoker is a victory!!! plus now you will balance things out for sure... think of all the time your body will save repairing the smoking ... that time can be dedicated to more weight loss or else fitness or whatever your body needs to heal... that is a big plus1
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wsandy8512 wrote: »mistymeadows2005 wrote: »LOVE the hat! So you!!!!
And yes, I'm sure you'll hit those 170s! You Sarah and I are gonna make it happen!
Haha, thanks sweet lady!
Yes, oh yes, all three of us will bust out of the 180s!!! I've enjoyed my stay, but I'm ready to checkout some rooms on the lower floors now.
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gomissfitnes wrote: »You are balancing all of these changes in your life and it sounds like you are finding a positive way to handle it all. You are giving yourself a way to succeed in multiple areas. Very interesting to read about your struggle and solutions. Do you find that the same strength you need to do OMAD is similar to the strength you need to quit smoking? Or is it an entirely different thing?
Very interesting questions, ones I haven't pondered over the past week. But, since you've asked, I can tell you they are different. OMAD, to me, has just always felt right. It really didn't require much strength. The positive health changes came so fast that I just instantly fell in love. Not to say I haven't had an off day or two here and there, but OMAD has been an overall wonderful experience with me and has taught me a lot about myself and my relationship to food. The only reason I was considering trying another way is due to my cholesterol results, but since I quit smoking, I think that will help lower the bad cholesterol more than anything. Also, I will try and work the proper foods into OMAD to help lower cholesterol in that way as well.
Smoking is just, ugh, a wicked and different monster. I should not have tried to change up my eating the same week as I quit smoking, it was done in a panicked state and without thinking. I'm happy that I quit, I feel great, I'm not struggling too bad. However, I think what I've learned from OMAD will help me not to resort to picking at food to replace the cigarettes. It's important for me to go straight back to OMAD and nip this in the bud, swiftly and quickly. I'm very excited about this challenge, though I don't wish it on anyone, yet I think the best time to quit is during the journey, not afterwards. I'm so glad that I am not afraid of the scale anymore, it's motivating even when the numbers rise... means I need to do something, ASAP :-)
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You can do it Sandy, Yes you can.0
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You did it Sandy! I am so proud of you
The gain is worth your NSV this week
Coz I know its nothing that you can't lose. Now that you're way past your other demon(the smoking one) time to get back to this one 
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I am SO happy for you! And you are so adorable in that hat! 0
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wsandy8512 wrote: »gomissfitnes wrote: »You are balancing all of these changes in your life and it sounds like you are finding a positive way to handle it all. You are giving yourself a way to succeed in multiple areas. Very interesting to read about your struggle and solutions. Do you find that the same strength you need to do OMAD is similar to the strength you need to quit smoking? Or is it an entirely different thing?
Very interesting questions, ones I haven't pondered over the past week. But, since you've asked, I can tell you they are different. OMAD, to me, has just always felt right. It really didn't require much strength. The positive health changes came so fast that I just instantly fell in love. Not to say I haven't had an off day or two here and there, but OMAD has been an overall wonderful experience with me and has taught me a lot about myself and my relationship to food. The only reason I was considering trying another way is due to my cholesterol results, but since I quit smoking, I think that will help lower the bad cholesterol more than anything. Also, I will try and work the proper foods into OMAD to help lower cholesterol in that way as well.
Smoking is just, ugh, a wicked and different monster. I should not have tried to change up my eating the same week as I quit smoking, it was done in a panicked state and without thinking. I'm happy that I quit, I feel great, I'm not struggling too bad. However, I think what I've learned from OMAD will help me not to resort to picking at food to replace the cigarettes. It's important for me to go straight back to OMAD and nip this in the bud, swiftly and quickly. I'm very excited about this challenge, though I don't wish it on anyone, yet I think the best time to quit is during the journey, not afterwards. I'm so glad that I am not afraid of the scale anymore, it's motivating even when the numbers rise... means I need to do something, ASAP :-)
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Very cool! Sounds like you know yourself very well. Best wishes!0 -
When I first started reading your post I was thinking this doesn't sound like Sandy talking at all...You have a great attitude and I'm glad you're not giving up "YOU CAN DO IT SANDY" I love the hat and I'm glad you enjoyed your day 0
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brendagaudette wrote: »When I first started reading your post I was thinking this doesn't sound like Sandy talking at all...You have a great attitude and I'm glad you're not giving up "YOU CAN DO IT SANDY" I love the hat and I'm glad you enjoyed your day
Aww, thanks Brenda. I wasn't myself for like a week and a half. Lol. I feel much better again now! I sure did enjoy my day, I was thrilled with the surprise hat the hubby bought me--now I can enjoy the sun without risking my face looking like leather! Haha
Thanks for your support, Brenda!!
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gomissfitnes wrote: »wsandy8512 wrote: »gomissfitnes wrote: »You are balancing all of these changes in your life and it sounds like you are finding a positive way to handle it all. You are giving yourself a way to succeed in multiple areas. Very interesting to read about your struggle and solutions. Do you find that the same strength you need to do OMAD is similar to the strength you need to quit smoking? Or is it an entirely different thing?
Very interesting questions, ones I haven't pondered over the past week. But, since you've asked, I can tell you they are different. OMAD, to me, has just always felt right. It really didn't require much strength. The positive health changes came so fast that I just instantly fell in love. Not to say I haven't had an off day or two here and there, but OMAD has been an overall wonderful experience with me and has taught me a lot about myself and my relationship to food. The only reason I was considering trying another way is due to my cholesterol results, but since I quit smoking, I think that will help lower the bad cholesterol more than anything. Also, I will try and work the proper foods into OMAD to help lower cholesterol in that way as well.
Smoking is just, ugh, a wicked and different monster. I should not have tried to change up my eating the same week as I quit smoking, it was done in a panicked state and without thinking. I'm happy that I quit, I feel great, I'm not struggling too bad. However, I think what I've learned from OMAD will help me not to resort to picking at food to replace the cigarettes. It's important for me to go straight back to OMAD and nip this in the bud, swiftly and quickly. I'm very excited about this challenge, though I don't wish it on anyone, yet I think the best time to quit is during the journey, not afterwards. I'm so glad that I am not afraid of the scale anymore, it's motivating even when the numbers rise... means I need to do something, ASAP :-)
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Very cool! Sounds like you know yourself very well. Best wishes!
Thank you and same to you!
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brittdee88 wrote: »I am SO happy for you! And you are so adorable in that hat!
Lol, you're so sweet Britt! Thank you
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Nice light but filling meal today :-)
Left over potato salad, couple servings of baby carrots, serving of cherry tomatoes, serving of broccoli, several servings of Publix Chili & Lime Hummus, and in the wine glass... blended banana, 1/2 avocado, cashew butter, and carob powder, topped off with a serving of whole granola and fresh blueberries. Also enjoyed 2 Ghiradelli 72% Dark Chocolate Squares :-)
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That meal looks awesome! Yum!0
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That's a healthy looking meal right there...I was going to ask you what was in the white cup but then I noticed that it was just your placemat
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You've got it all going on in a positive direction, weight loss, cessation of smoking, the cool hat.
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brendagaudette wrote: »That's a healthy looking meal right there...I was going to ask you what was in the white cup but then I noticed that it was just your placemat
The placemat coffee makes me drool!!! I Coffee! :-)
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@brittdee88, you'd have loved all but the tater salad. lol I made another batch for my daughter and added fake bacon to hers. :-)
@jvcinv, thank you :-)
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I'm sure it was delicious!!! I haven't been able to find a good vegan recipe since I haven't found a vegan mayo I really love. You've inspired me to try again!0
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brittdee88 wrote: »I'm sure it was delicious!!! I haven't been able to find a good vegan recipe since I haven't found a vegan mayo I really love. You've inspired me to try again!
Have you tried vegannaise? I made this same salad using it and not a single non-vegetarian knew... not even my husband, and we are talking about a man who could tell my lasagna was off when I tried sneaking in ground turkey instead of beef. Lol.
**I use garlic pepper from the grinder as well as grinder garlic salt. The garlic flavor makes it shine and makes it unique compared with regular potato salad.
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No, I actually haven't tried that brand because I try not to eat toooo much soy. I try to only have soy as a protein source and avoid it elsewhere. I have heard the Hampton Creek mayos are the best soy-free vegan versions, but I haven't had a chance to try them yet. A nice potato salad will be a necessity now that our new place has a grill (hence we will likely be having a few cookouts this fall), so I will definitely try it out. I used to make a mean non-vegan one back in the day. I'm also a huge garlic fan, so I will definitely be trying out your suggestion!1
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I know it's late, but your hat is awesome! I spent about 30 mins in Target in Thursday trying on hats and left empty handed - yours is exactly what I was looking for - big and floppy!! Will have to go out and try again. I got burnt when we were camping after a walk on the beach and I made sure to put 60 spf on before we went - and it's the middle of winter0
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brittdee88 wrote: »No, I actually haven't tried that brand because I try not to eat toooo much soy. I try to only have soy as a protein source and avoid it elsewhere. I have heard the Hampton Creek mayos are the best soy-free vegan versions, but I haven't had a chance to try them yet. A nice potato salad will be a necessity now that our new place has a grill (hence we will likely be having a few cookouts this fall), so I will definitely try it out. I used to make a mean non-vegan one back in the day. I'm also a huge garlic fan, so I will definitely be trying out your suggestion!
Oh, I had no idea. I don't normally use soy products, either. It was only once and a couple of years ago. I'll try to look for the brand you mention here sometime for my daughter, thanks for mentioning it. :-)
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I know it's late, but your hat is awesome! I spent about 30 mins in Target in Thursday trying on hats and left empty handed - yours is exactly what I was looking for - big and floppy!! Will have to go out and try again. I got burnt when we were camping after a walk on the beach and I made sure to put 60 spf on before we went - and it's the middle of winter
Haha, thank you, I don't know where he picked it up. The big and floppy is exactly what I wanted to protect my face from the sun.
Sorry you got burnt when camping, that's a bummer, even worse that it happened in winter. Gracious! Hope you find a nice big and floppy hat that you love, too! :-)
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Just finished bowling with the hubby and our daughter and son-in-law, earlier we had dinner at Donnie's moms, which meant putting off my meal longer than I wanted to today so I did eat a bit within my window to tide me over. I don't know how many calories were in my meal this evening, but I burned so many calories being active today that I still had 1100 or so left to spend for dinner, the calories listed are from other foods I ate during my eating window only. In addition to the homemade sweet and sour chicken, cornbread, fried rice, and the tossed salad, I had a huge bowl of strawberries with light whipped cream and a smoothie pop made with yogurt, blueberries and raspberries! Despite my huge intake of calories, I was still at a deficit yesterday and dropped .4 pounds, I feel confident that I'm within my deficit today as well.
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Though I made some honest efforts, I haven't been able to get back to straight OMAD, and I blame OMAD for it! Losing all that weight and the subsequent health benefits have given me energy that I haven't had in decades. I can't just sit still, I crave being up and about and exercising, daily. I have upped my calories to 1800+, and find it too hard to squeeze in that many calories in one sitting or even four hours. I've been doing IF, 16:8, and my body is thanking me for it. I will still post my weekly stats because OMAD is what got me to where I am at now in my journey and I have nothing but praises for it. I may end up doing full OMAD again, but it's not in the cards at this time.
OMAD has positively changed my life in ways no other way of eating has and I will be forever grateful to Joe and others in this group. OMAD forced me to really be mindful of what I'm eating and make healthier choices. I've grown attached to you gals and guys and will still be keeping up with your personal journeys. Too addicted to this group to even contemplate leaving. Lol 3 -
I'm glad you're not leaving 16:8 is also a good plan and its still a form of intermittent fasting just like OMAD is 2
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Sandy have you tried potato starch? Red Mill´s I am finding it awesome as appetite supressant besides its benefits as prebiotic... I have it after I finish my omad 2 tea spons filled up in a glass of water..
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Very happy for you that you have been able to give up the cigs. I would encourage you to set some cardio goals. Gaining cardio strength is about the opposite of smoking which robs a person of cardio strength. I think that will help you to keep avoiding the cigs since they are not very compatible and are going in the opposite directions. Watch the alcohol too cause that is a major smoking trigger. Good luck, you will accomplish all your goals!0
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So happy for you, Sandy! And I am happy that you're sticking around and will continue to update regularly. We would miss you too much otherwise!1
