Hi Friends, as some of you know, I've been away on a cruise. I got back on track yesterday and very determined. I was up 7 lbs from my vacation and checked this morning and was down 4.5 lbs (!) I only had 10 net carbs yesterday which was a drastic difference than last week! I'm not "recording" my weight, because it may change and I'll be sad, but just wanted to share how crazy the scale can be! I'm going to try to stay very low carb to get this gain off- then back to a more livable eating plan for me!

Hope all is well with everyone!

Thanks for the strawberry protein recipe. Looks very good!!!

BTW, Please friend me if we are not yet friends! (or I might friend you)

Linda, Great for you! No biggie, just get back on that horse :laugh:

On my lunch hour I mapped out a new 4mile run for tonight. Heat index is over 100....really hoping it's cooler by the time I hit the pavement!

Clare, You did outstanding for going on a cruise....all that free food....my oh my, i'd have gained a horse!

Hi Everyone,

I’ve been around….just let the holiday week get the best of me. So much family and many friends at the ranch for the past several weeks, has been hard to keep strong during the last 5 days. But I’m back strong and ready to resume the fight! I have kept my carbs decent, but need to jumpstart my plan with the Induction phase again. No guests for a few weeks, so I’m have no excuses not to get this done!

Getting ready to attend a wedding with my hubby in August and would love to be 2 more sizes down, only 14 more pounds to go for my summer goal.

So jealous of all of you going to the gym and taking classes!!!! I live way too far out in the boonies to do that. Today, I did sign up for spinning classes at the gym by my school in September. I used to love it, not sure why I stopped!

Quick question…. I saw a woman eating a pint of sugar free Greek frozen yogurt (I think Ben and Jerry’s) at the airport yesterday. When I went back to ask her where she purchased it, she was gone! I went 40 miles into town today to find this product and couldn’t!!!!! Arg! Has anyone seen it? If so, where?

I hope everyone is enjoying the summer, it has defiantly been a hot and smoky (wildfires galore!) around here.

Make it a great day!
Lynne

Good Morning!

Lynn, you can go to the following site to find out where the nearest shop is.


http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/scoop-shop-locator

Can't find the "sugar free" .

I found a recipe for the greek frozen yogurt. Heres the site. I'm gonna try it today.....

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/frozen-greek-yogurt/

:bigsmile:

Just checking in, it's been a week or so, I've been very busy with work and life. My youngest graduated college and then I had a sick day yesterday. Have stayed pretty much on track with my carbs, calories and exercise. I'm holding steady at 70 lbs lost since January 2, and had my followup appt with my dr for my labwork this past week. My triglycerides, cholesterol and my A1C have all come down drastically, as I knew they would on my lower carb lifestyle. In the past this worked for my ex and my kids so I knew it would work for me too, a huge wake up call in January but I have no intention of losing momentum. My weightloss has slowed but I'm still on track so not stressing about it one bit. Just to give you an idea IF you are diabetic and struggling, my a1c on jan 2 was 12.2 (yes that was shocking to me, too), and now it's 6.2 which is awesome. Have made my dr. into a believer. Everyone stay safe and healthy. Or get healthy!

That is amazing..... you are proof that it works!

I found a recipe for the greek frozen yogurt. Heres the site. I'm gonna try it today.....

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/frozen-greek-yogurt/

Tried the recipe today. Used Splenda to replace the honey and threw in a couple raspberries and strawberries. I used my electric ice cream maker and tripled the batch. So yummy!

Thanks Bailey!

Hi everyone! Hope you all had a great weekend! I took a cardio class on Saturday morning, and another this morning before work. It was great! We did a little bit of everything and my arms, legs and abs are very achy today! Taht's a wonderful thing! Took yesterday off to heal my hurting muscles and hope to do something everyday this week and take Sunday off again. I feel like I'm back to being 100%motivated! Finally!! We go to Texas (to my aunt's house) on vacation the 3rd week in July, so I want to look good in a swimsuit by then! She has a pool, so at least it won't be in public :laugh:

Well, I have a busy week and will be gone from work on Wednesday, so I better get crackin! Have a wonderful day all!

I do that too! I have no idea why. Every time I lose about 10-15 lbs I get comfortable (or something?) and mess myself up. I did it last week...Finally got into the 160's (haven't been there in 8 years!) then felt like I was owed a "reward of bad carbs". Self-sabotage for sure. We will get passed that behavior!!

Glad I'm not alone on on that sabatoge. I think the more practice and reminding myself to make good choices will help- or to "reward" myself differently, would be much better. Thanks Linda for the encouragement.

I weighed in today and was 8.8 down (not 10, because I didn't make good choices last night) but I'm learning! And, very thankful for this loss!

Hope you had a great Tuesday everyone!

Hi all! It's been awhile since I've "checked in" in here. Still doing the same. Haven't gotten to the gym in a few days, but doing pretty good food wise. Leaving for Texas on Thursday after work! Soooo ready for a vacation! We will be staying with my aunt, who is a fellow low-carber! That'll make things easier!!

Hope you are all doing well!

Hi All,

Doing great on the "strict" Atkin's approach. Have lost the 6lbs since Friday (that I gained over my 5-day Forth of July party fun) so I am back to the 41 pound loss that shows on my ticker. TOM is just around the corner, so I'm not expecting a lot... just want to keep where I am until after. I'll hit the city on Thursday to go grocery shopping, I defiantly need to stock up on stuff for me!

Have an awesome vacation Bailey! I love Texas... all that Tex-Mex food rocks! Lots of low carb choices.

Good job on your continued loss Linda!

Have a great evening guys,
Lynne

Hey Everyone!

I miss checking in with you! My fault! did stray a bit over the weekend but back on track yesterday (tuesday some- but I need to continue to remind myself that there are just some foods I overindulge in, even if they are low-carb.) I need reign myself in! This time was heavy whipping cream. I make my own whipped cream, but can't stop eating it (and I make portion by portion). Well no more buying that! :noway:

On a much better note, I made chicken breasts and Finally made Cauliflower rice! It was pretty good- and a variety to get in some vegetables. I saute' it with chopped onion and coconut oil. and I'll be sprinkling some cheese on it later. The texture is different, so if you haven't tried it, it's good.

I also tried Kale Chips- that did not work for me (don't like the taste...but glad to finally try it!)

Linda, thanks for the shout out and support!

Bailey, have a wonderful trip and congrats again on your loss!

Mi3Sons, Fantastic LOSS!!! we can do this!

Coy,?, how are you?

Anyone else, please check in with us so we can support you! I would love to be your friend too!

Have a great low carb day!!!

Pamela, Great job on the loss! Thanks for checking in with us!

How was everyone's weekend?

I had a few indulgences, but stayed on track otherwise and exercised so I didn't fall off the wagon! YAY. I love Low Carb!