October Whole 30 for Paleo/Primal Support Peeps

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  • jamk1446
    jamk1446 Posts: 5,577 Member
    Good evening everyone, just wanted to share a conversation I had with a friend of mine yesterday. I was talking to her about the Paleo/Primal eating lifestyle and how I eat high fat, low carb meals in a day and that I eat fat to lose fat. She just laughed at me and asked (jokingly) if I was a member of the american health association because it was the most absurd thing she's heard. LOL

    A little sad isn't it? I tell my friends and family I eat a very high fat diet and I get, "yes dear, but you're special (read: sick), not everyone can do that." Why not????? My MIL does low fat WW and measures every bite, every ounce, every spoonful. She's miserable and hasn't dropped any weight or inches and ends up on week-long binges. She did Somercize a few years ago (food combining program that was low-carb leaning) and did well, enjoyed the food and successfully lost weight. I ask why she continues to do the WW and she says it's easier. Easier to be miserable, feel restricted, hungry and not lose any weight???
  • jamk1446
    jamk1446 Posts: 5,577 Member
    Will there be a November Challenge?

    I'd like to see one, I feel like this thread drew a lot of interest. Grokette and ResilientWoman both have had a lot on their plates recently, don't know if they will want to moderate November or if someone else wants to take the reins?
  • ResilientWoman
    ResilientWoman Posts: 440 Member
    Will there be a November Challenge?

    I'd like to see one, I feel like this thread drew a lot of interest. Grokette and ResilientWoman both have had a lot on their plates recently, don't know if they will want to moderate November or if someone else wants to take the reins?

    I'll be supporting a November Challenge but between my Shiang-Shiang preparing to pass and flying home to New Orleans for the first time in 3 years, I'm full up. BWB: Are you able to take this on for November?
  • justamyagain
    justamyagain Posts: 154 Member
    I'd love to be involved in a November Challenge! I feel like I'm just starting to understand how my body reacts to food choices, and would love to begin really losing weight.
  • Ayla20103005
    Ayla20103005 Posts: 104 Member
    Im in for November :D
  • busywaterbending
    busywaterbending Posts: 844 Member
    Grokette is our moderator.

    I'm going to be on meetup.com/Paleo30 more than the thread here, but will read it. I hate all the hate mail, hate pM, and lurkers on this site.
  • Ayla20103005
    Ayla20103005 Posts: 104 Member
    Im still waiting for approval on meetup :(
  • msbanana
    msbanana Posts: 793 Member
    I would be up for a November challenge as well. This support group has been fantastic at keeping me on track.
    I unfortunately don't love the meet-up site for this sort of thing. I have enough places to check in on the daily and I only have so much time- I stop here and on facebook in the AM and in the evening. I'll check in there when I remember but I'll mostly be around here. Supportin' my MFPee-ers. :bigsmile:

    I'm sorry some of you experience judgement for your food choices. I suppose I am surrounded by friends and family that have and understand dietary issues so I'm not judged at all in fact the Halloween party was a blast full of fantastic Paleo friendly food.

    Someone made Sugar-free, soy free, wheat free brownies, there was gluten free zucchini bread, Meat and Cheese trays, roasted squash "fries", gluten free gravy, Roasted Turkey, veggie trays and lots of wine!

    Such a fantastic time,
    My bf's sister n law is making Thanksgiving dinner and just emailed me about what dietary needs are and plans on making a few special items.

    I suppose I'm blessed with the support I get...

    I'll post my results from the October challenge tonight when I get home- things are looking and feeling good!
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    Im still waiting for approval on meetup :(

    You are approved now!! :flowerforyou:
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    Grokette is our moderator.

    I'm going to be on meetup.com/Paleo30 more than the thread here, but will read it. I hate all the hate mail, hate pM, and lurkers on this site.

    Unfortunately I am feeling the same way as BusyWaterBending...............

    I am working on getting my website up to speed and when I do, I am going to split my time between my website and meetup.com

    I am tired of getting the mail where people are cutting me down saying things such as "Who do you think you are.........you don't know what your talking about.....................you should really leave this site, you bring people down, etc...........

    I am only human and I can only take so much negativity. I don't have negative people in my real world scenario and I will be damned if I continue to subject myself to online negativity.

    I know it is not you guys, but others and I just don't know how much more I can take of getting negativity slammed down my throat when I am only trying to coach, educate and encourage others that want information on our way of living.

    This site is getting to a point of being very counter-productive to the Paleo lifestyle in general.
  • Ayla20103005
    Ayla20103005 Posts: 104 Member
    Im still waiting for approval on meetup :(

    You are approved now!! :flowerforyou:

    thank you!

    Sorry to those of you who are getting negativity :( its not on, and not fair.
  • Ayla20103005
    Ayla20103005 Posts: 104 Member
    weird, it still says membership is pending. Ill try again later.
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    Will there be a November Challenge?

    I'd like to see one, I feel like this thread drew a lot of interest. Grokette and ResilientWoman both have had a lot on their plates recently, don't know if they will want to moderate November or if someone else wants to take the reins?

    I'll be supporting a November Challenge but between my Shiang-Shiang preparing to pass and flying home to New Orleans for the first time in 3 years, I'm full up. BWB: Are you able to take this on for November?

    I will start the November Challenge. We will be continuing with the same motto going forward.

    I will get the thread started late tonight and will post my stats in the morning. I have an 8:00 am Doctor appointment so it may be later in the morning before I get my stats posted.

    You are welcome to post your changes from the past 30 days if you so wish also.

    I love this group, but the site is somewhat getting to me from members outside our group.
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    weird, it still says membership is pending. Ill try again later.

    Your listed right below me in the members list............
  • Ayla20103005
    Ayla20103005 Posts: 104 Member
    YAY im there :)
  • froglegjack
    froglegjack Posts: 388 Member
    Grokette and everyone.
    I am sorry you are getting such negativity here. I want to say thanks for this and for the November challenge. I am very new to Paleo and am learning alot from all of you so I really do appreciate this being here.
    Mary
  • justamyagain
    justamyagain Posts: 154 Member
    Grokette and everyone.
    I am sorry you are getting such negativity here. I want to say thanks for this and for the November challenge. I am very new to Paleo and am learning alot from all of you so I really do appreciate this being here.
    Mary

    Me too!
  • vs1023
    vs1023 Posts: 417 Member
    I'm shocked at the negativity! I have been reading the thread because I'm very interested in it. I haven't started full on paleo because I do eat some dairy, but I do follow a clean eating plan otherwise no sugar and very little grains. I like this thread because there is a lot of good info and hope to eventually start cross fit.
  • TheGlen
    TheGlen Posts: 242 Member
    I didn't follow the lifestyle as closely as I'd like, but my family and I are still improving...

    TheGlen - Height: 5'10"

    Beginning of October Stats:
    Weight: 229.5 lbs
    Neck: 17.25"
    Waist: 44"

    End of October Stats:
    Weight: 222 lbs
    Neck: 17"
    Waist: 42.5"
  • msbanana
    msbanana Posts: 793 Member
    I didn't follow the lifestyle as closely as I'd like, but my family and I are still improving...

    TheGlen - Height: 5'10"

    Beginning of October Stats:
    Weight: 229.5 lbs
    Neck: 17.25"
    Waist: 44"

    End of October Stats:
    Weight: 222 lbs
    Neck: 17"
    Waist: 42.5"

    Nice Work Glen! Even if you didn't follow it exactly as planned it still gave you some good results! Keep doing your best everyday to not slip into old habits and look forward to this as your way of life and you'll do it!! :bigsmile:
  • msbanana
    msbanana Posts: 793 Member
    Height: 5'9.75" (figure that's not going to change) ;)
    Weight: 170.2 lbs (won't be talking about this again unless I hit 165lbs which is possible but not an actual goal)
    Measurements:
    Bust: 39 in
    Waist: 30.5 in (woop woop down an inch since this time last month!)
    Hips: 40.5 in (I swear these mf-ers just won't die.)
    Right thigh: 21.5 in
    Right calf: 15.5
    Right bicep: 12.25
    PRs:
    Barbell bench press: 135lbs (3 sets of 8)
    Dead lift: 185lbs (3 sets of 6)
    Squat: 225lbs (3 sets of 8) today!!! :)
    Speed:
    1 mile: 7:45
    5K: 27:56
    12K: 67:34

    Height: 5'9.75" (HEY! I'M STILL TALL!) ;)
    Weight: 164.2! Surprise!!
    Measurements:
    Bust: 39 in
    Waist: 29.5 in
    Hips: 39.5 in HA! TAKE THAT STUPID FATTY DEPOSITS THAT WON'T BUDGE!! I WILL KEEEEEEL YOU DEAD!!
    Right thigh: 22 in
    Right calf: 15.5
    Right bicep: 12.75
    PRs:
    Barbell bench press: 140lbs (3 sets of 8)
    Dead lift: 185lbs (3 sets of 6) I am stuck and this angers me greatly. :explode:
    Squat: 245lbs (3 sets of 8)
    Speed:
    1 mile: 7:45
    5K: 27:45
    12K: 66:34 (Pushed out 8 miles in 71 minutes I checked my 12K during this run and it was this number if I had been going to just the 12K I would have sprinted it out to get it under 66 but now I know I can! :bigsmile: )

    Over all despite an injury and a genuine freakout about it I finished this month well and I'm ready to take on November.

    Bring it Thanksgiving- I got your Holiday temptations right here!! Oh and Christmas... I got my eye on you.
  • determinedcrystal
    determinedcrystal Posts: 75 Member
    im totally on for november
  • iluv2travel
    iluv2travel Posts: 74
    Yay for a November support group! October has been more of a trial month for me, trying to listen and understand how I feel as I adapt to the Primal lifestyle. I am hoping November would be a much better month for me and that I would be able to make better choices while enjoying the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday! I look forward to seeing you all in the Nov thread :smile:
  • justamyagain
    justamyagain Posts: 154 Member
    Yay for a November support group! October has been more of a trial month for me, trying to listen and understand how I feel as I adapt to the Primal lifestyle. I am hoping November would be a much better month for me and that I would be able to make better choices while enjoying the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday! I look forward to seeing you all in the Nov thread :smile:

    Agreed. I feel as though I have a better idea of *what* to eat, now I need to work on the amount :P. Overall, I feel better, but I was not really focussed on losing weight. Not only did I not lose weight, but I may have gained a few lbs. oh well...I'm trying to look at this as a lifetime journey.
  • kirkland123
    kirkland123 Posts: 2
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    Pagg Supplement
  • kirkland123
    kirkland123 Posts: 2
    The information provided by you people is awesome man, It has been a great help from your side, thanks buddy

    Pagg Supplement
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    Here is the November Challenge thread.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/382009-whole-30-november-challenge-closed-group?page=1#posts-5221910
  • ResilientWoman
    ResilientWoman Posts: 440 Member
    I'll post my closing stats for this challenge in a few days. Weird training schedule with coach this week. Thanks for all of the TLC!
  • AmbitionStrong
    AmbitionStrong Posts: 46 Member
    I broke through my stall half way through Oct and dropped 10lbs!! On to November!!
  • graceea
    graceea Posts: 11 Member
    love all the posts!
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