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pandorakick

Try Kirkland Signature (Costco) Pysllium Husk Fiber. Its great. I do a serving daily before work and a serving around dinner time and am able to rid myself of my food babies every morning at 7am. Its like clockwork, lol. Half of my coworkers are on it, too. We have lots of conversations about its benefits, lol.

I have been losing weight - not sure what's happening. *shrug* Guess I will just have to eat more. Although eating feels like a full time job and I am just not very hungry at times. I think my foods are too low calorie - like carrots. No one can eat 200 calories of carrots. Its hard to get used to larger carb servings, but I am working on more rice, bread, pasta, etc.

Thanks for the tip on solving input/output discrepancies, will look if I can find something like that locally.

How long have you been losing weight? Only if the trend is down or constant over a period of say 2 to 3 weeks, I would up the intake. Also, why are you trying to bulk on carrots? This is THE time to get out the chocolate, peanutbutter, full fat milk, avocado's and the like! Nuts are also a nice calorie dense option to fill any gaps...

a_vettestingray

The weight loss has been over two and a half weeks.

Ha ha, not trying to bulk on carrots, but I do enjoy carrots and always pack them for snacks at work. I am just trying to eat like I normally eat, but more volume, so as not to get spoiled on good, fatty foods. I struggle with keeping my fat down around 70g/day so I am trying to watch that.

Also, hate milk. It tastes gross, lol. And avocados.

I do eat the nuts and chocolate, but again, got to watch the fats.

pandorakick

The weight loss has been over two and a half weeks.

Ha ha, not trying to bulk on carrots, but I do enjoy carrots and always pack them for snacks at work. I am just trying to eat like I normally eat, but more volume, so as not to get spoiled on good, fatty foods. I struggle with keeping my fat down around 70g/day so I am trying to watch that.

Also, hate milk. It tastes gross, lol. And avocados.

I do eat the nuts and chocolate, but again, got to watch the fats.

:laugh:

I would certainly up a bit... Regarding the fats, I guess your eating pattern is a lot different from mine, as I have to take care to get enough fats in most days. What about the more carby stuff to get some extra cals in? I'm thinking nice fresh baked bread, cake or even cookies...

JoRocka

Bumpity bump.... I'm not big on groups- but I'm starting November my bulk- figured I'd pop in here- might keep a log- not sure. pretty excited- mostly because I'm hoping to see some real strength gains!!! I'm going to do a full write up of stats tomorrow and just hammar it for a few months and see what happens. Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

TriLifter

Bumpity bump.... I'm not big on groups- but I'm starting November my bulk- figured I'd pop in here- might keep a log- not sure. pretty excited- mostly because I'm hoping to see some real strength gains!!! I'm going to do a full write up of stats tomorrow and just hammar it for a few months and see what happens. Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Welcome! Honestly, I feel like most groups that I'm part of are kinda standoffish, but this one is awesome and totally different. I promise!

JoRocka

I just never look for them- I find that if it's not easily available to me- I won't go hunt for it- but these seems to be something in my alley.



I feel like I MAY have started my bulk a day early- I'm about 6 mini butter fingers deep already. LMAO

HMVOL7409

Bumpity bump.... I'm not big on groups- but I'm starting November my bulk- figured I'd pop in here- might keep a log- not sure. pretty excited- mostly because I'm hoping to see some real strength gains!!! I'm going to do a full write up of stats tomorrow and just hammar it for a few months and see what happens. Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

I'm kinda the same way but my feelings are geared towards the forums as a whole. Can't stand them and only a part of a few groups. One group I left bc, well, the moderators seemed very elitetist and god forbid you try to add something of knowledge. This group isn't like that at all and everyone is very supportive. Even though we all have different goals, background and knowledge we all are working towards the same thing in the end. I think you'll like it and good luck on your bulk!

pandorakick

Bumpity bump.... I'm not big on groups- but I'm starting November my bulk- figured I'd pop in here- might keep a log- not sure. pretty excited- mostly because I'm hoping to see some real strength gains!!! I'm going to do a full write up of stats tomorrow and just hammar it for a few months and see what happens. Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Welcome to the group, looking forward to seeing you around!

JoRocka

Thanks guys!!!

today's the first day!!! okay- well technically yesterday was- I think I ate something obscene like 3500 calories- and yes- about 1500 of it was in the form of butterfinger!!!! I feel a little sad I didn't eat all that food in a candy form I REALLY love- but butterfingers are delicious- so whatever- I'll take it.

Has anyone else been SUPER anal retentive about logging/tracking/numbers? I am really wanting to create some interesting charts track my progress- I started this morning with basic weight and measurements. I would like to do 2 weights a day- but I don't think it's feasible- I mean technically it is- but I feel like "end of the day" weight compared to "first thing in the morning weight" is not really a good comparison. But I don't know if it would be helpful or not? Maybe thoughts?

pandorakick

Personally I find that even weighing once a week is too much to really see a trend. Water fluctuations skew so much...

Barbellgirl

Happy Friday everyone, and welcome to a new month, with new opportunities to become even stronger. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. Please remember to love yourselves and your bodies. Don't stress the small stuff, and let's make this bulking process fun. :drinker: :flowerforyou:

TriLifter

Has anyone else been SUPER anal retentive about logging/tracking/numbers? I am really wanting to create some interesting charts track my progress- I started this morning with basic weight and measurements. I would like to do 2 weights a day- but I don't think it's feasible- I mean technically it is- but I feel like "end of the day" weight compared to "first thing in the morning weight" is not really a good comparison. But I don't know if it would be helpful or not? Maybe thoughts?

I'm pretty anal (I log my daily intake and TDEE so I know if I have a defecit or surplus every day) but I only weigh in once a week. There are so many things that can cause fluctuations that I'd go crazy if I weighed in every day, let alone twice!

HMVOL7409

Thanks guys!!!

today's the first day!!! okay- well technically yesterday was- I think I ate something obscene like 3500 calories- and yes- about 1500 of it was in the form of butterfinger!!!! I feel a little sad I didn't eat all that food in a candy form I REALLY love- but butterfingers are delicious- so whatever- I'll take it.

Has anyone else been SUPER anal retentive about logging/tracking/numbers? I am really wanting to create some interesting charts track my progress- I started this morning with basic weight and measurements. I would like to do 2 weights a day- but I don't think it's feasible- I mean technically it is- but I feel like "end of the day" weight compared to "first thing in the morning weight" is not really a good comparison. But I don't know if it would be helpful or not? Maybe thoughts?

Not so much anymore. I give myself one day where I log but don't give a crap about meeting macros, quality etc. I do weigh daily or at least every other day for actual bulking purposes, not recomp, bc I do think its important to notice trends and see how your body is responding. Weighing once wouldn't be ideal for me bc if it's after a high carb day or a strenuous wo I wouldn't know for sure if it's a true gain. But that's me and I like knowing what my body is doing.

JoRocka

Yeah I know daily wont' show a lot of the good kind of variance- but i'm interested to see what the numbers look like.

I might track both just for grins and chuckles for a week.

I started my official bulk with the most delicious bagel I've had in a very long time. I only did half of it with some cream cheese- I was short on food today anyway- so I definitely didn't feel that badly about it- just need to get some protein in for lunch LOL.

I'm switching macros form P/F/C of 40/40/20 to 40/30/30- I figure I could use the extra carbs-although I'm pretty sure delicious bagel isn't technically on the agenda for 30% carbs. Still nommy. LOL

ssaraj43

I weigh daily but I am going to log it once a week now to keep closer track. I can fluctuate three pounds a day. I seem to be learning what's normal for me.
Have an awesome weekend ladies!!

JoRocka

mine's been surprisingly steady at 162- goes to show you bad days equal out the good days- I have a pretty good mix of high and low- which for me I would be happier if I was more consistent- but I'm okay with a balance/average.

I might officially log 1 a week- but I think for at LEAST november my goal will be a minimum of 1 a day - if not two a day weights.

I'm going to be frustrated- I have Sunday/Monday/Tuesday off- which means I'll be at the BF's house. So eating is harder- working out is harder- everything is more difficult. sigh. oh well. Going to fight to make it happen- need to see if he has a weight scale and a food scale- if not I'll pack both of mine up and bring them with me. I feel like that might be a little OCD- but numbers are for nerds- and I"m a nerd. So HAVE at thee!!!! LOL

ssaraj43

I keep a new food scale in a box in case current one breaks. Not COD ,it's dedication :-)

TriLifter

I keep a new food scale in a box in case current one breaks. Not COD ,it's dedication :-)

Whoa...that's intense! Love it.

JoRocka

I have spare batteries. Mine died- and I bought a 2 pack- I won't say I panicked- but my life was annoyingly tippy toe/egg shell trying to watch what I eat. I much prefer knowing what I'm putting in my mouth.

I might have to break down and get a new weight scale- the one I have is so chitty.

pandorakick

I got a new scale recently, it made me 1 kg heavier overnight! :grumble:

TriLifter

I got a new scale recently, it made me 1 kg heavier overnight! :grumble:

I'm pretty sure it doesn't work that way :laugh:

89nunu

I saw you were talking about fats a bit ago. How are you all on fats?
I'm really struggling to eat all the calories I'm supposed to right now, I mean of course I do it, but usually only through the help of Ben and Jerry. Which in turn means I really have to watch my fats in general to not go over a lot...
Is thus a problem or am I just making one up?

TriLifter

My macros are ::currently:: (it's always changing) 30% protein, 20% carbs, and 50% fat...but I eat a paleo-style diet, so I don't know if that makes a difference or not.

pandorakick

I saw you were talking about fats a bit ago. How are you all on fats?
I'm really struggling to eat all the calories I'm supposed to right now, I mean of course I do it, but usually only through the help of Ben and Jerry. Which in turn means I really have to watch my fats in general to not go over a lot...
Is thus a problem or am I just making one up?

I'm considering my fat and protein goals as minimums and don't sweat it if I go over occasionally. I'm more of a cheese & chocolate kind of girl then ice cream

89nunu

Wooooo yeah I love chocolate!! I mostly have chocolate ice cream (I always think of the protein in ice cream ) I will be a but more relaxed with my day then

a_vettestingray

I feel fat. Why do I feel so squishy when the scale is only up 1.5lb from the beginning of the bulk?

You know the part of your butt the attaches to your hamstrings? Like the "low butt'? How do I target that that develop it some? The top part of my glutes are nice and solid, but I feel like I am srs lacking in that low butt department.

caseythirteen

I could use a lift in that butt area too! It's better than it was a year ago but genetics are not on my side in this case. I fear what a bulk will do! I've been doing glute bridges/hip thrusts and I think that has helped *some* but I think it's a tough area.

As for fat, I have a hard time staying low there. My current macros are 50/25/25 (C/P/F) but I think I generally end up closer to 40-45/25/30-35. I love butter, avocado, peanut butter, nuts, half & half (coffee) and ice cream. I try and do better but at times, it just adds up.

TriLifter

I agree...low butt is my problem area too. Just keep on squatting and deadlifting.

pandorakick

I reorganised my closet this morning. You know the drill: swapping summer stuff for winter stuff, filtering out the too big and too small things. I got rid of some jeans leggings that were tight even before bulking, but found that some other stuff I've grown into again. I'm very glad about that, because among those items are also some of my favourite stretch jeans! Tighter in the legs then before, but hey that's what I'm doing it for :laugh:

ironandpoptarts

So awesome to see some ladies bulking! I know a few of you here so I decided to join the group. I've actually been bulking for a little over 10 weeks now. I'm going to start a bulking log to help track my progress. Honestly, this experience has really helped my relationship with food. When I was losing weight, trying to get my body fat down, I was pretty strict with what I ate and anal about logging. Since switching to IIFYM, my attitude towards food has relaxed quite a bit.