Slim Fast Shakes??
CryDor
Posts: 12
I'm going to an event next month and would like to drop at least 20lbs. I know Slim Fast is not the answer for long term weightloss, but it seems like a solution for a quicker way to go. Anyone doing the slimfast shakes?
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I haven't done the slimfast shakes BUT I have tried Celebrity Slim shakes...Its a total meal replacement and I tried the 2 week intense programme.
The shakes are nice but you can have 4 shakes a day AND THATS IT!! No snacks whatsoever, no alcohol and you must work out for at least 30 mins every day!
Needless to say I didn't stick out the whole 2 weeks, it was just too hard BUT in that 1 week I lost 5lbs!! Problem is once you start eating again the weight goes straight back on!
They didn't fill me either like it says they should so I was very hungry!
I would suggest if you really want to lose weight fast for an event then definitely give it a go as the shake diets DO work however be prepared to put the weight back on when your done and even using the 2 shakes / 1 meal option is going to leave you hungry till you can get passed the first week at least!
Hope this helps a little and good luck
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20 pounds in 1 month is absolutely crazy. Keep in mind you'll be messing with your body and nutrition just to look good for one day. Do the best you can with healthy eating. Even if you only lose 5 pounds your body will thank you.0
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Oh my, this doesn't sound very healthy at all. And once you stop things will probably go downhill from there. Not to be a downer but it happens all the time.0
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ahhhh nope ... I'd miss chewing solid food too much. LOL
Also as previous posters have mentioned, trying to lose 20 lbs in one month seems like a little unrealistic since the recommended weight loss per week is 1-2 lbs ( x 4 wks = 4 - 8 lbs).
In the long run crash diets like this may overall negatively impact the metabolism and THAT is never an easy thing to correct.0 -
How many threads are you going to start about this? The answer will be no learn to eat at a reasonable deficit and stop looking for quick fixes because you waited too long to start. 20 lbs in a month is not realistic or safe.0
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I heard posting multiple times increases odds of rainbows. ..
However, doesn't make the idea of dropping 20 lbs in a month any less dumb.0 -
20 pounds in a month isn't realistic unless you're lopping off body parts.
And Slim Fast shakes? Prepare for horrible gastrointestinal effects.0 -
How many threads are you going to start about this? The answer will be no learn to eat at a reasonable deficit and stop looking for quick fixes because you waited too long to start. 20 lbs in a month is not realistic or safe.
Read these:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1346163-change-your-mindset
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/ihad/view/the-path-of-success-631437
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/819925-the-basics-don-t-complicate-it
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/872212-you-re-probably-eating-more-than-you-think
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1217573-so-you-want-to-start-running
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13
TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
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Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.0 -
Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.
So if I said I want to lose 20lbs by this weekend, I'm going to cut off my arm .. would you say just go for it???0 -
Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.
So if I said I want to lose 20lbs by this weekend, I'm going to cut off my arm .. would you say just go for it???
I am not on here to debate with someone whio is going to take what you say, exaggerate it to a ridiculous level and then try to challenge you on it. I am just trying to add something a little bit more productive to the conversation.0 -
I've been using slimfast shakes as well as special k protein shakes and the equate shakes. My schedule is ridiculous since I go to school full time and work also so I thought this would be better or me. I've been doing it for a little over a week and have already lost five pounds from it. I just recommend being extremely careful. Even though I use the shakes for meal replacements I haven't been depriving myself so I have also been using the same brand bars as well. Just keep in mind that these shakes mean your calorie intake is extremely low. Good luck, be safe.0
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Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.
So if I said I want to lose 20lbs by this weekend, I'm going to cut off my arm .. would you say just go for it???
I am not on here to debate with someone whio is going to take what you say, exaggerate it to a ridiculous level and then try to challenge you on it. I am just trying to add something a little bit more productive to the conversation.
Bad advice is bad advice. Trying to lose 20 lbs in a month is ridiculous, encouraging it is even more ridiculous.
And you follow it with I tried something similar and gained everything back when I stopped. Recommending to people to just go for it now matter what the plan, is bad advice.0 -
I dont get slimfast shakes, at all. They dont fill you up, they are expensive, and can cause cramping/bloating/gas.0
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Hey girl. I am doing a nutritional plan that is amazing. I have lost 11.5 lbs in 6 days and 10 inches. I feel amazing. I have had many health issues including chronic pain and unbalanced hormones so I wantes to make sure what ever I did was nutrition based. I was tired all the time before I started this and by day 3 I felt like a brand new woman. It is the most amazing thing. I feel like I am getting my life back.0
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Hey girl. I am doing a nutritional plan that is amazing. I have lost 11.5 lbs in 6 days and 10 inches. I feel amazing. I have had many health issues including chronic pain and unbalanced hormones so I wantes to make sure what ever I did was nutrition based. I was tired all the time before I started this and by day 3 I felt like a brand new woman. It is the most amazing thing. I feel like I am getting my life back.
What plan is this?0 -
Hey girl. I am doing a nutritional plan that is amazing. I have lost 11.5 lbs in 6 days and 10 inches. I feel amazing. I have had many health issues including chronic pain and unbalanced hormones so I wantes to make sure what ever I did was nutrition based. I was tired all the time before I started this and by day 3 I felt like a brand new woman. It is the most amazing thing. I feel like I am getting my life back.
What plan is this?
How much is this costing me?0 -
Hey girl. I am doing a nutritional plan that is amazing. I have lost 11.5 lbs in 6 days and 10 inches. I feel amazing. I have had many health issues including chronic pain and unbalanced hormones so I wantes to make sure what ever I did was nutrition based. I was tired all the time before I started this and by day 3 I felt like a brand new woman. It is the most amazing thing. I feel like I am getting my life back.
Sounds like some multi level marketing scheme0 -
Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.
So if I said I want to lose 20lbs by this weekend, I'm going to cut off my arm .. would you say just go for it???
I am not on here to debate with someone whio is going to take what you say, exaggerate it to a ridiculous level and then try to challenge you on it. I am just trying to add something a little bit more productive to the conversation.
Bad advice is bad advice. Trying to lose 20 lbs in a month is ridiculous, encouraging it is even more ridiculous.
And you follow it with I tried something similar and gained everything back when I stopped. Recommending to people to just go for it now matter what the plan, is bad advice.
Unproductive advice is unproductive advice. People are going to do whatever they want to do - as if me writing "No that's insane" on a forum is going to stop someone making up their own mind?
There were good and bad points to doing the plan, such as I felt healthier, my stomach problems disappeared, my skin cleared up, nails looked better than ever etc. Was it good long term - No, was it drastic - Yes...
What you want is to chastise someone for trying something different and quite frankly I’m not that way inclined.
So at the end of the day, opinions are like ars*holes - everyone has one0 -
Lol. Its not. I feel better than I have in as long as I can remember. I was so sick and had tried everything including calorie restrictions to lose weight. My doctor and I discussed this and he was on board. It has been life changing. If you have packed on pounds from severe illness and nothing works you will do anything to feel better.:)0
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Everyone's different, so if it is something you want to do then go for it...
Be prepared though, I did the Cambridge weight plan (twice), although I lost shed loads of weight I put every single pound and then some back on.
It's tough to do a complete meal replacement as well, you do feel quite isolated so clear your calendar because the socials go out the window
SlimFast have the highest sugar content of all of them so you may be best going for a more reputable balanced plan.
So if I said I want to lose 20lbs by this weekend, I'm going to cut off my arm .. would you say just go for it???
I am not on here to debate with someone whio is going to take what you say, exaggerate it to a ridiculous level and then try to challenge you on it. I am just trying to add something a little bit more productive to the conversation.
Bad advice is bad advice. Trying to lose 20 lbs in a month is ridiculous, encouraging it is even more ridiculous.
And you follow it with I tried something similar and gained everything back when I stopped. Recommending to people to just go for it now matter what the plan, is bad advice.
Unproductive advice is unproductive advice. People are going to do whatever they want to do - as if me writing "No that's insane" on a forum is going to stop someone making up their own mind?
There were good and bad points to doing the plan, such as I felt healthier, my stomach problems disappeared, my skin cleared up, nails looked better than ever etc. Was it good long term - No, was it drastic - Yes...
What you want is to chastise someone for trying something different and quite frankly I’m not that way inclined.
So at the end of the day, opinions are like ars*holes - everyone has one
So because you think because someone is going to do whatever they want to do then you should just encourage that? No matter how unhealthy? And if someone is going to do whatever they want then why even bother posting advice?
Bad advice is bad advice. It's okay to be wrong. No one should encourage anyone to try to lose 20# in a month. Why? Because it's unrealistic. What happens when that month is up and they didn't lose 20#? Don't you think someone might get discouraged, or give up? Whereas, if you tried to offer advice that advised the OP to do this the healthy, sustainable way, advise them to reevaluate their goals and create realistic ones, in a month when the OP might have lost 5-10#, I guarantee they won't quit, they'll see they can do it and continue on.
ETA: Jwhite wasn't chastising you for being different, she was trying to make you see how encouraging an unhealthy weight loss is bad advice. You said yourself that you went on a diet and gained it all back so...0 -
Lol. Its not. I feel better than I have in as long as I can remember. I was so sick and had tried everything including calorie restrictions to lose weight. My doctor and I discussed this and he was on board. It has been life changing. If you have packed on pounds from severe illness and nothing works you will do anything to feel better.:)
So what's this life-changing plan?0 -
Lol. Its not. I feel better than I have in as long as I can remember. I was so sick and had tried everything including calorie restrictions to lose weight. My doctor and I discussed this and he was on board. It has been life changing. If you have packed on pounds from severe illness and nothing works you will do anything to feel better.:)
and yet... no details. incredible.0 -
I am sending you a message:)0
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Ive done slimfast in the past the only thing I did find is it isn't a "quick" way to lose weight I dont think its even meant as a quick loss ...most people still lose 1-2 lb per week because u eat snacks and a meal...I think it gets a bad rep and actually is a pretty good plan if done correctly most people think its just shakes..and take the cheap and easy route instead of buying all the snacks and veggies your really supposed to have with it. With all that said if you trying to lose a large number on the scale in a certain amount of time Im not here to judge you exercise and low carbs 180-200 grams daily at a 1200-1600 on the cals intake prob would be best...try a spin class or a cardio if your physically fit and able..good luck0
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nah, post it for all of us...I am sending you a message:)
or would it get you in trouble because you're selling something....?0 -
Lol. Its not. I feel better than I have in as long as I can remember. I was so sick and had tried everything including calorie restrictions to lose weight. My doctor and I discussed this and he was on board. It has been life changing. If you have packed on pounds from severe illness and nothing works you will do anything to feel better.:)
and yet... no details. incredible.
Do tell us what's she's selling please!!!0 -
nah, post it for all of us...I am sending you a message:)
or would it get you in trouble because you're selling something....?
DING DING DING DING DING... we have a winner!0 -
Lol. Its not. I feel better than I have in as long as I can remember. I was so sick and had tried everything including calorie restrictions to lose weight. My doctor and I discussed this and he was on board. It has been life changing. If you have packed on pounds from severe illness and nothing works you will do anything to feel better.:)
Sooo what is it? My sales alarm is definitely sounding0 -
nah, post it for all of us...I am sending you a message:)
or would it get you in trouble because you're selling something....?
DING DING DING DING DING... we have a winner!
Shocking. I'm shocked, I tell you!0
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