Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Good morning everyone.

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Oh yeah, I forgot - you're right, increasing protein without increasing fats is HARD! I changed my macros to 40/30/30 carbs/protein/fats and now I'm supposed to get in like 139 G protein - impossible!! Anybody who has some tips your help would be welcome!

@skinny... I have a really hard time getting that protein in! I only eat beef and bacon for meat protein (I don't like chicken, turkey, pork or fish) so I have to be pretty creative with my proteins, I can't and shouldn't eat beef every day. Like a few others have said when my protein goes up, so do my fats but it keeps my carbs down so I don't worry about the fat. I'm at about 40-45C/25P/30-35F and I'm fine with that. My main sources of protein right now are beef, greek yogurt, eggs, egg whites, cheese, nuts, seeds, hummus, chickpeas, black beans, protein powder. I put 1/2 scoop of powder in my greek yogurt cup, 1 scoop in my smoothies. I'm not yet at the point again where I was last year when I made most of my dinners and snacks at home. I would put protein powder in pancakes, muffins, energy bars, and made a lot of bean and/or quinoa based casseroles, soups, stews, chili etc. MFP tells me my protein requirements are upwards of 130-150g per day but that's near impossible for me. I am hoping to get back to making MOST of my food at home, so you can stalk my diary then for inspiration.

@tlh... I am THE biggest procrastinator in the world. I told myself I would have my taxes done before the start of March break, 2 weeks ago for us... then by Easter, don't see that happening either! Then this nagging feeling just takes hold and doesn't let go until I get it done. I don't know why I torture myself with putting things off, or getting projects finished. I seriously think I have some mild form of ADD or something.

@M0wM0w... your first post about the dentist made me cringe. I have a wonderful dentist who is very gentle and very understanding of my anxiety when sitting in her chair. My childhood dentist was very rough, used only nitrous oxide for drilling (= much pain) and told me that I would lose my teeth by the time I was 30 if I didn't brush and floss more often. I think that set me up for a lifetime of dentist anxiety. In my early 30's (with all my pearly white teeth in tact, thank you) I got a cavity that I could feel, it kept getting bigger and bigger but I was petrified of going to a dentist. Only when the excruciating toothache began did I pull out the phone book and call another dentist for an emergency appointment. I went in and was told it was infected and needed a root canal. For my first few years there, I was fine. Then all of a sudden the freezing never kicked in, no matter how much they gave me or how long they waited for it to take effect. Finally, I tried nitrous oxide with freezing, and now my appointments are much more manageable. The dentist and I have come to the conclusion that the sound of the drill frightens me, but the nitrous helps me to relax, which keeps my mouth frozen.

@Robin... hope your surgery went well. And congrats on your 2 lb loss, that's fantastic!

Day 2 (Thursday) of tracking/eating under didn't go well. I got this feeling in the afternoon that I had no control over my food... odd since I my eating was under control all day. Needless to say I got home and ate a handful of this and that, a few slices of toast. Then I actually felt better after that, and was able to just get back on track this morning. Weird.

April Goals:

Track and stay under calories
Fri:
Sat:
Sun:
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
Thurs:
Week 1:1/2

Meet protein goal of 120g
Fri:
Sat:
Sun:
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
Thurs:
Week1:2/2

Congrats on the new class to teach. I loved my Public Speaking class.

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@laurie--You know I'm interested in that run! Keep me posted on the details!

@robin--thank you so much for the kind words! In answer to your question, I don't necessarily feel the need to lose the 20 lbs so much as I know my body fat % isn't where I would like it to be. Ideally, if I could lose 10 lbs of fat and convert 10 lbs to muscle, I would do that. However, that's even harder than merely losing 20 lbs of fat. I also agree that I'm more concerned with continuing to put better nutrition in my body. I still eat way too much junk when it's available. You've definitely given me something to think about regarding my true goals. Sorry to hear about you step-mother--hugs to you.

@lori--I'm much better at organizing my goals than I am at completing them. I'm sorry about the continued stress regarding your son. I have no children, so no sage advice for you--just hugs and good vibes~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Once again, I'm short on time for personals. Still have 12 outlines to grade.

AFM--Good news regarding my shoulder. Last week my PT did some sort of adjustment on my shoulder and I think I'm finally on the mend. No more neck or back pain, and my shoulder pain is diminished as well. Today at my PT session, I had a much better range of motion and strength, so hoping this continues.

More good news. I found out that my 5th class next year will be Public Speaking. It is a one semester elective open to grades 10-12. I've never taught it, but a colleague already forwarded me the entire curriculum, so I probably won't have to do much in terms of creating lessons for the class. Of course, I will have to go through her units and learn the curriculum, but I used to run the Speech Team, so I'm at least familiar with the skill objectives. I'm actually really excited about this new prep--oh, and did I mention no papers to grade?

Thursday Truth:
Ate like a beast yesterday--coffee cake, munchkins, chips, ugh! Today was better but certainly not perfect.

March Challenge:
At or under calories 5/7 days every week and at or under as a weekly average.
Week 1: At/under calories 4/7 (but one day I was only over by 7 calories) UNDER FOR WK

All-in strength challenge=core work 3 x/week; PT 1-2 x/week; run 3 x/week:
Week 1: 1/3 core; PT DONE; 1/3 runs (sick most of week though)
Week 2: x/3 core; PT DONE; x/3 runs
Week 3: x/3 core; PT; x/3 runs
Week 4: x/3 core; PT; x/3 runs
8k at end of month (not sure what day) in 55 minutes (Thanksgiving 8k = 56:49, NYE 8k = 57:47, 1/25 = 55:41; 2/28=55:15)

Grading Goals:
1. 40/64 BNW journal reflections
2. 3/64 AP essays
3. 7/16 AP analysis activities
4. 48/60 JRP outlines

Exercise Goals: (week 2)
Sun--rest day
Mon--walk gunner DONE
Tues--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE
Wed--meeting
Thurs--PT DONE + gym ??? NOT DONE
Fri--rest day
Sat--walk gunner + gym

2015 mantra "Just 15 minutes"

@Karen~I am so sorry for your shoulder, I know how frustrated you are. No, we don't want to mask the pain--cannot figure out why some docs think we do. I hate you can't get in there for six weeks--do you have to go thru your regular doc for a referral? Or can you ask him to refer you to an orthopaedic specialist instead? I feel like an ortho might be able to help you get to the root of the problem quicker & get you on the road to recovery.

@Holly~Glad to see you check in, losing a job is scary & emotional--hang in there. I hope something comes your way soon.

Next week I have to go on a liquid diet for a few days before a medical test. Any suggestions what I should "go on"?

Allow me to introduce myself...

My story is probably similar to many others. I was a fat kid, fat teen, and now fat adult. I have tried to cope with my horrible self-esteem problems by incorporating success as a band-aid for not looking like other 25 year olds. My puppy love at the age of 16 in high school left me as a single unwed mother to a handsome son at 17. I worked my butt off and attained my bacheolor's degree after four years (still fat). I was not content with the schedule of an RN, especially since I loved OVERTIME, and raising my son. Went back and attained my Master's Degree (still fat). Now I'm finishing up the process of purchasing my own home next week. And guess what....I'm still FAT.

Don't let me mislead you, I definitely have a good self-esteem when I'm alone. But let me get out in the real world where people in my age group are gathered. I start looking at the fact that most 20 somethings don't have a stomach flap. Most 20 somethings didn't have to don a girdle to look "alright" in their dress.

I started to realize that although I possess an attractive face...that I didn't care for myself and it showed. I couldn't care for myself and be 100lbs overweight FOR NO REASON!!!! I have no obsession with food. I barely eat, but when I do its a meal from a fast food place to include dessert (and a large sweet tea). Add that to days of hanging out tossing down shots of alcohol and therein lies the problem.

I have been on MFP for 3 weeks now and am 7lbs down. Those 7lbs are not the victory. I've consumed nothing but water for 3 weeks (yay!). I've started walking and man its easy (yay!). Although there has been no body changes seen with the naked eye, I've actually grown confident because I know I am doing something now. I'm not wallowing in self-pity. I'm not making excuses and I'm not even craving fast food (although I still partake as long as my calories allow). My mindset has changed and the changes in my body will come. I'm being patient!

So that's my story for now. Definitely happy I stumbled upon this thread and I would love to become a part of your discussion. I'm currently 246lbs aiming for 145lbs (eventually). I've broken my goals into groups of 20lb increment goals so the 100lb task does not seem so daunting.

Hello All!!!!!

@skinny... the yogurt becomes a bit thicker, and can get a bit grainy if not stirred really well. I am VERY picky with texture but this does not bother me a bit. It's tricky to stir it in the yogurt cup which is what I do so I can add it at work. At home I stir together in a small bowl. I use vanilla in cherry yogurt so it takes on a cheesecake taste, but is quite sweet. Unflavoured is probably best unless you want to add flavour to plain yogurt.

Oh, and I completely forgot about the 'dessert' I used to make... plain greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder and peanut butter... Oh yum....

@shaunjadon -- You ARE beautiful, and you've shown that you are responsible and you've got impressive smarts and and drive! It's not easy to change long-held habits and lose weight, but my advice would be to be sure to log in every day. Log what you eat, to the best of your ability, but even more importantly (I think), is to just check in, do some journaling, and check back in at this thread, especially when you need some guidance or support. You CAN make yourself healthier -- you just have to make it a priority goal, just like you made your education and buying a home a priority goal! Good luck!

Just updating my daily goals...

April Goals

Track and stay under calories
Fri: YES
Sat: YES
Sun:
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
Thurs:
Week 1: 1/2

Meet protein goal of 120g
Fri: YES
Sat: YES
Sun:
Mon:
Tues:
Wed:
Thurs:
Week 1: 2/2

@tanya--thanks for the tips. I'm also very picky about texture which is why I asked. I'm not ready to go out and buy protein powder yet, but if I continue to struggle, it's nice to have some ideas of how to use it other than in smoothies.

@tammy--thanks. After looking at the bios of all of the specialists available through my referral, I've already decided to call on Monday and switch the appointment to a different doctor. The one they scheduled me with doesn't look like a good fit. Her entire description is all about "chronic pain management." There is another whose bio says he specializes in treating injuries to get athletes back to their sports/activities. That's the guy I want since one of my goals is to be able to lift again. I tried calling this morning, but the office isn't open until Monday.

Saturday Success:
I got through one class of essays (my largest class), so only 38 left. I plan to grade a few more tonight-even if it's "Just 15 minutes."

Tomorrow we have to leave around 2 to go to my sister's for Easter dinner, so I will grade in the morning before we go there. Would love to be done tomorrow, but I also have Monday if need be since grades aren't due until Tuesday.

I went to my friend's bridal shower and they had the most fabulous barbecue catered in. I only took one small roll to make a bbq sandwich of the chicken, but ate the brisket and tri-tips on their own. I also only had a taste of the baked beans since I don't "love " those. I do, however, LOVE cornbread and ate 2 pieces of that.

On the plus side, I also skipped any alcohol--they had wine and beer. I almost had a glass of wine, then decided not to waste the calories. Not sure if I will make my protein goal--I'm at 85 g right now and not really hungry so we'll see. I am allowed to be under 2 days/week so this may be one of them. I'm also very close to being over my calorie goal for the day, so if I decide to eat anything else, it will probably put me over for the day. Not overly concerned about that, but don't want to eat if I'm not hungry SOLELY to meet my protein goal.

April Challenge:

Nutrition = At or over 90 grams of protein 5/7 days a week
Week 1: At/over 90g of protein 3/7
Week 2: At/over 90g of protein x/7
Week 3: At/over 90g of protein x/7
Week 4: At/over 90g of protein x/7

Exercise = run 3 x/week:
Week 1: 1/3 runs
Week 2: x/3 runs
Week 3: x/3 runs
Week 4: x/3 runs

Next 8k is May 9th (Thanksgiving 8k = 56:49, NYE 8k = 57:47, 1/25 = 55:41; 2/28=55:15, 3/29 = 59:15)

Grading Goals:
1. 26/64 AP essays

Exercise Goals: (week 1)
Sun--8k DONE
Mon--walk gunner DONE
Tues--walk gunner DONE
Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE
Thurs--walk gunner NOT DONE
Fri--walk gunner NOT DONE + gym DONE
Sat--rest day (but still walked gunner )

2015 Mantra = Just 15 minutes

Saturday success is two items...I completed all the readings I was behind on and I got my taxes done. Taxes were a positive thing today I did them on my own online like always and I owed almost $800. I was offered by my budgeting counselor to get my taxes prepared for free so I decided to have a professional look at them. I ended up with a $1,000 refund. So, glad I did that I must have been missing some credits.
I have been doing a lot of praying on my new career choice. I want to combine my love of helping others with the project manager skills I learned at Target. Anyone on here that works non profit, vulnerable adults or kids please let me network with you. My past prior to Target is filled with experience of 3-4 yrs working in day placement centers, managing disable team of workers in public facilities, and group home work. My career coach that Target gave me is not willing to listen to what my next move is and is trying to keep me in the same field of work so I need to network with people I trust.
@Robbinsegg-glad the surgery was good
@Melifornia- Congrats on the work offer and frost getting better
@MyM0wM0w- Well it appears you have another choice with your job. Whatever you choose should be what is best for you.

Happy Easter to all who celebrate and a good day to all who do not.

@RobinsEgg - Whew! Dodged a real bullet on the fire. So glad that things turned out well for you.

@mnwalkingqueen - My hubby has dealt with job loss several times in our marriage. It is never pretty. I hope your journey to a new job is a short and sweet one.

@Lauriek70 - I have lost track, when is your Tri? So glad you found a solution to the clothing issues.

@skinnyjeanzbound - Last June I started buying protein powder from my gym. It is Supplement RX. About $50.00 for the large canister which lasts me almost 2 months. I used to mix it in water with a little ice. Last week I tried it mixed with almond milk and really like the taste. The almond milk does not quite agree with me so I will try again with something else. There is one girl at my gym who mixes it with her oatmeal in the morning.
I admire your resolve at the shower with the BBQ. That is one of my weaknesses. I would not have been able to refrain as you did.

@shaunjadon - Welcome to you and any other newbies. I am so glad you found us. This is a great group. Very supportive and welcoming.

Sunday share - My name is Lori, 54, married living with hubby and two grown sons. Started out a little over 3 years ago at 297, and am now at 185.5 as of this morning.
This has been a journey of self discovery as well as self improvement.

I was in the mood for shopping today but most of the stores as well as the mall are closed. I did go to Shopko and hit the jackpot on clearance jeans. Every pair I bought were less than $10.00. Bought a couple of easter treats for my sons (ages 22 and 27) also on clearance.
Then I hit the 1/2 price book store. I found several fitness books aimed at triathlon for about $6.00 each. So I feel pretty good about it all.

I have been in counseling for about 7 weeks now and will have to switch counselors. Mine is leaving the practice. I have to trust that this is a good thing. I will meet with the new one this coming week, I found out she is a distance runner, so I am glad we will be able to connect about fitness.

Things are pretty quiet this weekend. Hubby and I are watching a movie and I will make dinner later. I am enjoying this as most of you know my life has had it's share of turmoil lately.

Love to all,
Lori