day 4, week 13
Thanks for the pep talk - great motivator. I will do my best and I know others will too. It sounds like today has been a very good day for you. Use that positivism (is that a word?) on the court tonight.
I got in my shoulder stretches and strength workout, an hour on the elliptical, and have a doubles match tonight. I've kept my calorie intake down and stayed away from food I don't need. We all know how fast 5 weeks can go by so make every day count.

Wow! Lots of great ideas, information, and food for thought! All the thoughts that are going into this whole process as well as efforts concerning eating and activity are awesome!

I actually did include myself in my last post as I was also referring to myself in what I said BUT I was not specific, so here goes: Yes, I have been continuing my two-a-days, walking for about 2 hours total today. I had a bit of an odd day due to having to drive a bit east after work so had an odd eating day because of it, eating some chicken wings, but they are all gone and back on track tomorrow along with another two-a-day! Must get to sleep to rest up for it! Night all!

D 4, W 16.

Your post was well received Sheri. You have the best of intentions as we all do for one another.

I've been exercising every other day now and doing good but not perfect in between. Today I had a protein packed breakfast and had an apple in the late afternoon then salad and stuff for dinner at Sweet Tomatoes.

I played over 3 hours of tennis today and I am feeling good. I guess tomorrow I will start logging my food to see if I am eating correctly.

Didn't check in last night: Matt and I go upstairs around 8 and watch The Last Ship (which I LOVE and of course, it's a Navy show). We watch one episode a night. I think I like going up so that the 'kitchen is closed'. I am married to the man who likes his snacky snacks after dinner. I fill the pantry with his 'awful' crap. I don't eat his, usually it's not gluten free, but lately, I have been making him eat LOL Annie's CHEDDAR BUNNIES, or Newman's cookies.. etc. If he likes his crap, I'll make him eat the good crap. Sheri, he learned the hard way about offering me stuff... so he actually eats it in the pantry, but I can hear the wrappers crinkle or the bag of chips ripping open. He eats it in the kitchen and comes out in the LR with this kiddie smile on his face. Lately, he let's me go up first and then he goes to town and then comes upstairs.

He can do that. He runs and burns over 1200 calories a day, not counting his weight lifting. He does this 6 days a week faithfully lol
I would hang with him, but I HATE working out at night, unless it's a sport. He's not exactly the ideal work out buddy, he likes to be in his own little world.

I did go back to ketogenics yesterday and I started to feel much better. I was shocked at how hungry I was at dinner time (but not prior). I actually had 2 turkey burgers w/chirizo and sauce bok choy in ghee. Calories were yikes, but I had to have faith in the keto way. I was sure I was going to pay for it today, but NOPE!
I knew this is my body type. I think it is obvious now. I think we all have a way our body responds and mine doesn't like all those carbs, even though, I could be a vegetarian in heart beat! I truly know this is the right way for me for life.

Today, I'll be back making my fat bombs, egg salad, chicken salad, and trying to not look at the calories, but the fat/protein/carb ratio. It was painful the last week or 2 watching calories.

ok, rambled enough, but it was more of a therapy session for me. I self diagnose and psycho babble LOL

day 4, week 21
Good day and ended it tonight with some fun mixed doubles and then joining the Boomers musician group. Don't worry I didn't perform but enjoyed listening to others along with friend Diane perform. Nice way to wind down at the end of the day (and only had one beer). I've been lacking on my veggies and fruits lately so I have to up my game in that respect.
intotennis - keeping up on all of your workouts allows you to cheat a little on your food and still do well, you did not go overboard on your portions and choices. We don't have to be perfect every day and we can still succeed. Enjoy your weekend and you'll be all rejuvenated for another week.
mommabeare - love how supportive your husband is and how he has found a way to satisfy himself without tempting you. Wish I could figure out what diet is the right one for my body like you seem to have, something that keeps me satisfied and healthy at the same time.
naomi - hope that you are getting a good night's sleep after you put in such great workouts after work.
sunny - I think you'll find logging your food will get easier and really keep you conscious of what you are eating. It did for me.

Checking in

Thanks for all the comments. So encouraging!

Ketogenics is definitely my way, Kathy. I am not hungry or crave anymore. You’re strong!

Naomi great 2 a days, you’re a beast!

Bam you are setting a great example of being a consistent runner, great PB run.

Sheri, have a quiet weekend!

Think I will be in bed early..... I call it the Ros Affect!

MommaBeare - You're not the first one to call me a beast! Lol!

Kim - I took your advice about leafy greens and ate some spinach today AND went and bought some more!

Kathy - Awesome on getting that singles practice and doing well with your calories!

I played some singles and then walked to the post office and grocery store (about 4 miles) to complete my two-a-day. I did really well on calories and now just have to get to bed soon as I am quite tired for some reason. Lol! Notice I am at least posting a couple of hours earlier than usual, so maybe that's a good sign!

D 7, W 28.

Hi ladies: such positive messages. I'm proud of Naomi for adding spinach to her diet. It is a very mild flavor if any really but very good nutrition and worth it. I also took my own advice and started doing my green monster drinks again. Light OJ, banana (not the whole thing) spinach and kale with just a bit of protein power to give it body. Berry season has basically passed. I'll throw in whatever else is blend-able and available.

If you're exercising a ton your body may be in starve mode and not releasing fat. Exercising put a lot of stress on the body. So read up for yourself and manage you as you only know how. Nevertheless, keep moving and eating reasonably for the long term.