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I was thinking that because it's leaner meats and lots of raw veggies it was good. It's not as strick as Atkins - I don't think :ohwell: I really think it's real close to the Curves plan. I'm just so frustrated that I can't seem to stick with a 'program' for longer than a week. I blew it Sat & Sun. Now I'm trying to behave…

I'm headed out the door to go to curves. I seem to have little energy when I workout anymore. I have been trying the SB diet and wonder if it's the lack of carbs but....it's close to the Curves Permanent Weight Loss plan so I would think I'd get past it! Esther

The blue cover dated 2003 is the one I have also. Do you follow the meal plan to the dot or do you switch meals (breakfast from one day, lunch from another, etc)? I find that I"m getting bored with the breakfasts.

Yippee :happy: :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

That explains why my workout is so much more difficult this week. That makes sense. Be careful of the high protein low carb though. I've heard it causes your organs to shut down if you get too intense with it. I've also heard that it harms the muscles...and the heart is a muscle. I think that's what I heard but I'll go…

YES YOU WILL! Remember the children's story about the little engine that could - well, just keep saying "I think I can, I think I can, ...." and you WILL! Stay focused Susan. Too bad I"m not closer I could drive with you and keep you company but I wouldn't crash the wedding :laugh: Esther

Hi ladies, I made it to CURVES today but boy was it hard. For some reason I had no energy and I didn't thinnk I could get around that circuit the two times - but I MADE IT! :happy: :happy: :happy: Hope you're all doing well . Esther

Great job Steph. You are headed in the right direction. Good for you! You are so right - stay cheerful and positive. Esther

Thanks everyone. Goochinator: Wow - is that a picture of you and your friends :wink: SB is not like Atkins because I think Atkins has you cut out a lot of the veggies too and you eat TONS of meat. This is pretty balanced you just have to give up fruits in the first phase and then gradually work them back in. hungrybear:…

I'm bumping this thread just in case there is someone out there on phase I of South Beach who wants to share.

Carmen: Good job on avoiding the temptation. Did you see us giving you the stern look? Something close to this :grumble: ? :laugh: Zaza: I agree, No donut shop should be so easily accessible :wink: Day 3 down for me. We can do this! Esther

Heather: Don’t give up on getting into the “incentive” pants. You can do it.:flowerforyou: Onmyway: Welcome.:flowerforyou: Glad you have joined this group of supporting women. Everyone is so encouraging! Zaza: Sounds like you are having a wonderful time with family. Enjoy. Sounds like you’re running all over to keep things…

Bonnie: That peach sounds so yummy!:tongue: (this is me slobbering:laugh: ) Good job on persevering with those pounds that cling! :happy: There you are Patsigirl. :flowerforyou: I've been missing you. Hope you continue to get healthier each day. Esther

My goal is to get into my size 10's comfortably as well. I have sooooo many jeans that will fit if I get to that point. Good luck Susan. Today is a new day and a new start for those of us who have been struggling. Look ahead and not back. (unless it's to learn from our mistakes :smile: Hope you all have a great day, Esther

130 - I probably will never see that on my scales. :frown: But then, I haven't since high school:ohwell: ! But, I hope you will be able to work off the calories and get to your goal. By the way - what is your goal? I didn't make it to Curves. I did something to my toe so that when I put my workout shoes on it hurts. It is…

welcome nevar257. This is a good accountability thread. I am starting over at day 1 tonight. Good night all, Esther

Hey - where is everyone? Hopefully you had a great weekend. Esther

Well, I had a snack too late last night so I'm back to day one tonight :grumble: So...I'll have to work harder the rest of the month:wink: I didn't look at the clock until after I had indulged!

Hi all, I'm waaaaayy behind on the reading on this thread - AGAIN! I have had a busy weekend and didn't check in since friday. So, I'm going to scan the posts for the weekend later. I know someone on here was doing the South Beach diet (I think it was Patsigirl?). I am thinking of starting it tomorrow. Any hints on getting…

Made it to Curves after an hour delay. Went out to the car and found a flat tire:grumble: After my hubby put on the donut I took the flat to the tire store and they fixed and replaced it. THEN I went on to Curves. At least I didn't say "forget it" and come home! (patting myself on the back) :laugh: Esther

Hi Patsigirl: Find us at the July link http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/58647-women-ages-50-for-the-month-of-july See you there, Esther

Barbie: Sounds like you're having a great time. We're going on another trip the end of July to Diamond Lake to camp. I'ts our annual family campout. Teentchr: I just bought some of the Special K Iced Tea Protein Water Mix powder packets to put in my water. I add it to my 20 oz water bottle and end up adding another 10 oz…

I'm setting my end time at 9:30 now. The weather being nicer and staying light longer seems to be normal for our dinner to be later. Have a good evening. Esther

Sandi - have fun on your trip. Is it a cruise? Esther

Susan: Enjoy your family. How fun! Be careful climbing that ladder :wink: Esther

Thanks. I remember seeing that screen but didn't know it indicated which machines. I'll have to look tomorrow. Have a great evening. Esther

LJ - That is great :flowerforyou: You're making great progress. Marla - How do you know which machines you've increased on? I know that when I'm done I see what I've slacked on but didn't know you could tell which machines were increased! Have a great day everyone. Esther

Did much better today on my workout. It's just getting there that is the struggle. I love the way I feel when I'm done.:laugh:

dewdrop: How did you get thoe smiles to jump like that???? So cute.

Bonnie: I like your goals (and gain NONE back) . That is so true with me. If I could really lose them instead of finding them again:grumble: :grumble: Hope you all have a great day. I'll be back later. Must go to do my workout:happy: Esther