Sept 16. 170lb at breaking my fast at 46h.
Lots of carrots and salads and some chicken and lots of organically integrated cross-fit e.i. work on the farm haha.
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Oct 17/133.8/FD
Its been a slow trickle downward on the scale this week, and that would be because I’ve not been as straight and narrow. I’m still under 500 calories per evening this week. However last night and the night before I ate right up to the max, so I am happy that when I wake it is still downward even if It’s just .2 lbs. better than upward.
Shoulder is finally getting more play time out of the sling. I really only need to sling it if I’m not using it (as in not moving it) Even typing seems to be ok b/c I have my arms out and I suppose they seem slightly engaged.
@165gw – Yes I totally agree that the app is cumbersome to message in and if you wanted to exchange numbers so that we could txt using a different app (the app of course would be a better place to exchange numbers b/c at least it is private) I’d be happy to do that, to continue to just keep in touch no matter where are journey takes us. You have been such a great inspiration and well quite frankly an awesome friend.
Oh and no worries I knew that Canadian Thanksgiving was earlier than the american one. I followed Oh She Glows for years and remember her posting about it. England also has Mothers day typically in March, although the history for that says its because it was “Mothering Sunday” observed on the 4th Sunday of Lent. And on the subject of Lent it seems that people would fast for the 40 days of lent. Well thats one way to do it, All at once for the year, which apparently isn’t that bad (according to a book I’m listening to by Dr Fung on fasting) of course you should keep up with your vitamins if you are not eating any food. I love his light hearted and humorous approach of “basically you can fast until you get the results you want”
And heck yeah not creeping up too much after a wonderful holiday meal. I’ve got my fingers crossed for that too – I have over a month before ours takes place. I wonder what the in-laws will say when they see me! Oooooop I’ve not seen them since last year.
I think I feel ya on the fasting… which is probably why this week I’ve ate up to the 500 calorie mark. The two week prior were really easy. This week started tough, got a little better, but still really having to keep my eye on the prize (so to speak)
Oooooo and you did it – Black Coffee! Its awesome, I actually feel a bit fancy drinking my coffee black now or any coffee beverage without the milk. I actually added a little sprinkle of nutmeg to my espresso shot the other day and can I say wow. So simple, so fab!
I’ll be having a good week next week for fasting as I am making a pot roast and cabbage soup for this weekend. That dinner is around 250 calories and soooooo dang good!
Oct 21/132.8/NFD
Yesterday I went down 131.2 an ATL yay. I also make a Keto Death by Chocolate Cake – it is a 3 layer (6in diameter) cake with this awesome I happened to change it to (vegan cream cheese icing) The cake was dense but super good. My sweetheart loved it and I think they said it was the best cake I’ve made. (Although they don’t have a lot of cake to compare it to b/c I don’t usually make cake) none the less had another slice today for dessert at lunch. The scales are still kind (I think it being keto helps)
Today I decided to enjoy a NFD. Since I accidentally had an FD on Saturday. Then on Sunday I was still under 800 calories b/c the cake is Keto and low in sugar. I’ve not had a real NFD in a week. I really haven’t cared if I had one and today I am excited to eat more, so I’ll take it.
@165gw – ╚»★«╝ ★ 166.5 ★ ╚»★«╝ !!! You made it… you have 1.5 more lbs to first goal! I’ve got 6 more to first goal! Wow how dang exciting! Maybe the day before was a hard fast because it was burning up what you don’t need. Burning up that 2.5lbs!
My FDs will start tomorrow, tonight I had Chinese take out. Mmmmm YUM. That is my junk food. Veggie Lo-mein, Kung Pao Shrimp, Dumplings and an egg roll. I was looking online to get a guess-t-mate about how many calories my meal was and it looks like between 900-1000 wow! My lunch was only about 300-400 so thats actually my TDEE 1400. I wonder if I’ll be able to stay with eating that daily? Oh well if not at least there is fasting! That means I could eat Chinese take out every night! Haha
I love British TV shows. I can’t watch Dr. Martin right now tho… I really miss my Death in Paradise, it just expired on Netflix. I was sad as I was only on season 4… dang it. Re-watching the IT crowd.
Cheers!
Oct 24/129.8/MFD
Holy flip – I made it under 130 today! Tipping in at 129.8 this morning was soooooo dang cool! I had already said to my SO yesterday that I would have a slice of the keto cake today with them, now I even have MORE to celebrate besides for just wanting to eat Chocolate Cake b/c ummmm yeah it’s an awesome dessert.
I woke wanting breakfast again (something that has been a bit different for me is feeling when I want to eat *like really eat, not just EAT b/c it’s what we do 3 times a day *** or All Day Long as I did before this WOL! Ha!
I started with a glorious and sensible breakfast and there is salad followed by cake for lunch. Hence the reason it will more than likely be a MFD (modified fasting I think is the 800 or less FD) and CD (I think CD is your TDEE or less) none the less loose target of remaining under 1000ish calories.
I’ll start with breakfast this morning – yum.
100 = 1 scrambled egg
180 = 2 slices thick cut bacon
20 = 1 sliced tomato
Interesting discoveries: The feeling of FULL IS REAL! Oh my gosh its finally real. I felt full with 1 slice of tomato and bacon left (but I was a bit naughty and ate it) next time I have a game plan. 1st if it is still on my plate, to be ok with getting up and saving it for a future dish. *Bacon is always good to add to something for a bit of flair. OR I’ll just put 1 slice of bacon on my plate to begin with (and cut it into 4 slices) **the bacon is thick cut so its not puny. Each slice is like 2 slices so cutting it into 4 pieces won’t be as small as it sounds.
@165gw – keeping below that 170 after an eating day is GREAT! If you wanted to stay with your fast on the damp, windy, stormy cold day (whew even typing that makes me want some comfort food) You could try my go-to now a days if I’m feeling cold and heat up some broth maybe even some fresh cut veggies added. If its under 200 calories I noticed I still have Mr. Particular sing praises the next morning.
Woah good on you and your run! Love what your son told you “Run faster, Mom!” What a great solution!
Speaking on clothes – I totally fit the UK size 12 dance pants! With room to spare! Now the I can try them on, I have to hem them up they are super long. Folks in the UK must be super tall?! Ha. Or these pants were suppose to be for models.
In class I’ve noticed that if I have to take off my longsleeve shirt and I’m just in my tank top *some classes have the heat cranking and I just can’t teach all hot and sweaty ugh* Students are like “woah! Where did your body go! Wow – look at you, you’re doing it!” Its exciting!
Finally working on some arm strength. Toe is still recovering and probably not be able to even try and use it till the entire 6 weeks (I’m at week 3 yay 1/2 way there)
Good going by feel for your Fasting – I’m trying to do that for my eating (while I’m fasting since I fast several days in a row, I don’t want it to feel like punishment, but just more like… you will know when its time to break the fast.) I’m getting there (in my mind).
Oct 29/131.0/FD
Was thinking bout doing 5 WFDs inspired by reading The complete guide to fasting. However inspecting the fridge (after making my sweetheart breakfast) I realized that I have a boat load of veggies to eat and alghtohg I can make my SO a bunch of Veggie meals, I will need to still help in the endeavor.
Mr. Particular was probably a little disappointed that I did not drink enough water before bed and there for didn’t quite reach that 130sih number I was (fingers crossing) for this morning.
@165gw – ooooooooooooo I’m so excited bout your 166lb sooooo freaking close to 1st goal! And YES to veggies! Hope your fall days are really nice. What are your temps now a days. We are holding steady around 75 F day and 50-60s F at night.
Love dark chocolate – I usually will eat bakers 100% cacao chocolate b/c I like it that dark (and there are some very interning benefits to eating very dark chocolate)
Heck if you are doing great at regular veggie goodness you can probably put off keto style for a while.
And I’m still wondering what maintenance will look like. I do think it may look a bit more like OMAD for FDs (maybe only 1 or 2 FDs needed a week) instead of the 4 FDs I do currently which I like this rhythm so it doesn’t bother me having the 4FDs because it is always easier after the first day and can just keep going.
cheers – off to make my Sweetheart some lunch. Will see what I come up with to use up these veggies!
Nov 1/130.8/CD
I dropped down to see 129.8 again yesterday morning. However I forgot that my sweetheart and a friend of ours was going out later yesterday evening, so there was pizza! Eeeep. Put me up 1lb this morning. Even with all the dancing. <sigh> pizza I know is not something I eat or even want that often. I mean I rather have sushi or a fancy flash fried fish. So I’m still about 5 lbs away from 1st goal… I see you Mr. Particular I see what you are doing… don’t judge me and my pizza eating. Haha
@lindsosa – So glad you like our banter/comradery we like expressing ourselves and the ups and downs and to realize that we are not alone in this WOL or life journey in general.
@165gw – oh my gosh at least go get 1 outfit from the thrift store. 18 more lbs is quite a ways with nothing fitting right now. Trust me I had it happen and my students were getting weirded out. I got way more comments of “are you alight” anytime I would wear something too baggy / ill fitting. So at the very least maybe 1 pair of jeans and 2 shirts would tide you over. Besides its the season of travel and seeing folks and it would be nice to have something so you don’t have to scramble or feel frumpy in the baggy clothes.
I have a really great thrift store right beside one of the classes I teach and I go look through every week and get ONLY the things that FEEL and Fit well (and that are under 3 dollars) In essence I get maybe 2 items a week. and thats 8 items in a month which has been extremely helpful. Now I am knee deep in sorting what is too big and ready to give away quite a few things back to the thrift store!
And oh my gosh yes TOM visited me 2 days ago and yes that was exactly how my FD turned into a CD b/c I wanted(((NEEDED!)) chocolate. Which also explains the hover around 130 and not really letting go of much weight this week. Its ok TOM might win this round, but I’ll be back next week to kick butt! Haha
I also wrote you @165gw a reply in life app (I saw your # and also sent you an invite in discord app) You’ll see what I write in reply **inside the life app
Getting so close. Toying with the idea of the 5 or 7 day WF this month (got to finish up veggies/leftovers and then I think the 2nd week of Nov I can settle into a nice extended water fast! Maybe it will help move those pesky 5lbs to get to first goal. I won’t count my chickens before they hatch tho. Just going to keep the eye on the prize.
You are so close to first goal – I thought for sure you would beat me (this round!) haha but maybe I got time to “catch down to you” after all.
Nov 5/130.6/FD
I had my both and veggies at lunch yesterday and a fantastic bowl of cooked greens with some cut up onions, carrots, brocollie and bacon all sautéed together. I accidentally made my portion a little larger than I thought (once I poured it into the bowl I could see if was more than I had intended) it was a tough battle to ponder taking the extra bit of it out before I sat down with it. Then I thought well maybe I’ll stop before I eat it all. HA, what a silly gal for me to think that, no I ate it all. I did not feel overly full, but could tell I would have done better if I had stopped at the 3/4 of the bowl. I also prob could have done with out snacking on the raw carrots before my dinner! *still learning, no snacking while cooking* sigh one step/ one lb at a time.
I felt like I had ate so much that I blew my FD however Mr. Particular must had been happy with the choice of foods because even tho I ate at lunch AND had a little bit big portion at dinner, I was still down one lb from the day before. Heck Yeah!
@165gw – Oh my gosh new shoes! Yay, new shoes can really help with running. I’m so proud of you! I’m so glad you went shopping and size 10 jeans! Yeah buddies! Yes the UK size is size 12 that I fit in (which apparently in USA size that is a 9/10 size) we are both the same size pant… If I borrowed yours tho I would have to roll them up (and mine would fit you like capris) haha. Glad you went and at least picked up a couple of things. It will make the journey better instead of waiting and your sweetheart is sure to notice how fit you look in your new shoes and outfits! Good job. Part of this journey is taking care of ourself not only on the inside, but the outside too. Besides think of all the money you save not eating everyday heck I’m sure you saved enough to purchase an outfit.
Cheers! Soon to goal!
Nov 8/130.0/NFD
I thought I might just see 128.? this morning since yesterday was a FD (I did go over the 500cal and racked up a whopping 800 cal) but instead of the downward trend from 129.0 the day before I went up 1lb oh Mr. Particular was like yeah you know that was not your usual FD.
So looks like we are both at a stall of the 8/9 in our almost 1st goal! Ha what a tease! Well I’m thinking next week, true WFDs for 5 days! Just feeling feisty the only event is ambassador appreciation event on Monday evening and really I don’t usually indulge in their treats. I should be fine with just water or a delicious cup of tea!
@165gw – totally agree with the sorting out what should be the correct amount on a NFD. Trust me I’m still struggling as I still dish out into my bowl the portion I used to eat, even tho I know I’m feeling full sooner. I just get big eyes to want to eat all the things! Trying to realize it is just as nice to enjoy a small amount *and if I enjoy a small amount at that time, maybe I can enjoy another small amount later* Its hard tho.
Good for you and the no scale days. I have finally broken myself of running up to weigh myself mid day. I only weigh first thing in the morning. Yay freedom from the numbers (but I know I will still need to stay mindful) so for now I need to remind myself 1st thing every morning to keep focus on my health and eating choices. Maybe after I develop better portion habits I can move toward weighing in only once a week.
Celebrating with dancing – we have come a long way. Together we are learning and growing (actually shrinking in size, growing in healthy habits!) Yay.
Nov 12/132.2/WFD
Target is set on 5 WFDs. 1st reason is for health! 2nd I’ve got to get my water % up. I can tell I’m lower in water % even without the fancy scale readings b/c my lips and the bottom of my feet are dry.
I’ve felt the thirst today my goodness. I’d say the only trouble is trying to keep up with it in this weather. It is wet snow today 33 degrees.
Yesterday went to an appreciation party and they had one of my favorite things to eat Veggie Dumplings! However, I reasonably chatted in my head about the fact that its a large gathering of folks and that you would only be allowed 2 of them and that is just not going to fit the bill. So I drank my water and didn’t even feel deprived because only having 2 of them would have left me feeling so hungry and then I would have snacked on a bunch of other things that I didn’t want. So I’ll wait for dumplings later maybe I’ll make some this weekend.
@165gw – Isn’t it a bummer when the slice of dessert you eat ins’t worth the calories! I typically get almost mad now if that happens to me… only I could get upset at dessert. Speaking of I was watching the Great British Baking show (yes just pure torture while on a 5xWFDs) As they were making their desserts my sweetheart said mmmm I want ganache. Well they will have to wait till the weekend and then maybe I’ll make a vegan blueberry lavender or vegan orange ganache. I like the vegan ones because I can control the sweetness better.
Arugula and roasted beets sounds so delicious – I’m impressed you ate 4 apples! I’m not sure I could fit 4 apples in my belly and I’m sure I would have gas too from that many apples. No scale November ay? I’d say as long as you keep up with what you need to do and what not no scale would be fine, besides you are over the hump of the thanksgiving holiday so that is at least one hurdle you don’t have to jump. I’m contemplating what to take with me to my sweethearts moms house during the thanksgiving holiday visit. I know I’ll be fasting at some point and maybe just having some broth and carrots on hand will be good enough. Mmmm broth and carrots sounds so good right now. Ha, now I know I’ve got the 2nd day fasting cravings. Teehehe
Nov 20/129.8/FD
The 3rd day of WF – I had an incredibly high keto reading and broke my WF with a regular FD I had broth and veggies for lunch. I was nervous with this reading, and I think my breath analyzer must be a bit sensitive and while get some urine strips to verify the readings next time I decide to do this fast. ALSO I felt like I wanted to have some electrolytes (so I’ll look into get a good electrolyte supplement before another 5 day WF)
@165gw – I Feel like I’ve been away for ever sorry about that… In current news:
I’ve been wiped out and had a Dr appointment Monday (it was scheduled a month ago) for my RLS symptoms and finally a Dr who understands. I have some nerve damage and a neurological disorder. I’ll be excited to try some alternative methods for the pains in my legs. Yay soon some acupuncture will be in my future.
Other Intersting observance that I went down 1 lb since yesterday was a CD (not sure if I have ever dropped a pound after a day that I didn’t fast) I’ll reflect on what I ate and see if that gives me some clues?…
Water till late
lunch
2 Eggs
1 oz cheese
1 oz of vegan chocolate dessert
Dinner
5oz salmon
1/2 c quinoa
1/4 c corn
8oz IPA Beer 8.3% alcohol
2 oz of vegan chocolate dessert
I’ve not been to the store yet so I had no green veggie things to cook with dinner, so corn had to due. Its not exactly a low cab dinner so I’m excited, but puzzled .
Sleeping was challenging (I think partly the beer, caused a bit of feeling like hot flashes when I first laid down) Then I went to sleep but woke at 4am and could not fall back asleep. I would have gotten up, but our kitties are trained to sleep at night when we do, so if I get up, they wake up and WANT FOOD! Which at 4 am they won’t be getting anything till 7:30. Needless to say it makes them run around the house like crazy.
Got to go get some greens I’m craving some arugula!
Oh and BTW @165gw look at you going LCHF. Yogurt makes me exceptionally hungry I can not really have it, unless I’m doing a NFD. However I would love the eggs, tuna, pickles and green olives (sounds like a fancy tuna salad to me).
Isn’t it nice to WANT to FAST… who knew that would be a thing?
Nov 22/129.2/NFD
I see a new hover number of 129. Heck I’ll take it – I’ve never been below the 130s in my whole adult life so if I hover at this magical number I’ll roll with it for a bit. I was hoping to just touch on my magical first goal sometime this month, but we’ll see.
FDs this week have been interesting. I did a 45hr fast on Mon then started tues evening Fasted Wednesday then Thur was somewhat a CD/FD as it was under 700 cal but not under 500 I had a lot more pain yesterday and had started TOM on Tues so between all that I was ready to eat for comfort and pain relief apparently. So officially 2 FDs this week and 2 CDs. Which I guess in a round about way probably equals my usual 3FDs.
@165gw – that is super cool you fit into the 30” waist NICE… I’ll have to see if I can squeeze my butt into my sweethearts jeans they are 30”. (Maybe not this week tho… as I’m a bit bloated from TOM) I always liked the way guy jeans fit through the waist as I would let it drop down on the hips and their pockets are so much better than ladies jeans what is the deal with that? We carry more stuff then they do – don’t they think we would want more pockets?
Dec 9/131.8/FD
Got locked out of my account for a hot minute…
Alright lets catch up. My SO and I traveled for the T-giving break so when we are away I don’t have a computer to sit and type at and while I did have Internet I just really didn’t get that much free time to type anything.
I fasted for 4 days before the holiday and then it was T-gving. I had an epiphany that I’m not really into traditional american thanksgiving food. I really would love to create my own thanksgiving tradition with maybe just a friend or two over and call it a day. However it is one of the only times we have enough days in a row off from work to travel and see the family. Since I was not really into the food I ate really small portions of the sad excuse of veggies (corn and string beans from a can…) and basically over the 3 days split a whole pumpkin pie between me and my SO. First time I’ve ever even really liked pumpkin pie. None the less the scales let me know when I got home topping me out at 135.6 (wooooooo wee!)
When I got home tho I got on track and 4 FDs later 129 was on the scale again. This weekend after 2 NFDs I’m back to
131.8 but thats not really a bad hike.
@165gw – reading and responding to your post in order… so be prepared for consecutive responses. The Motivational Skirt sounds interesting with more than one closure?! That is quite cool. Who know we would need clothes with smaller closures instead of bigger ones. Ha (First time in my life I’ve ever had it happen) is this motivational skirt the floor length one. I love homemade clothes from the thrift store. They can be so interesting!
Thank you for the T-giving wishes!
I too have been addicted to carrots, broccoli and bell peppers, augural and avocado (really I’m just missing the apples) need a good apple orchard to fetch them from otherwise store-bought can leave a bit to be desired.
Oh my that is a special test! Pies and Loaves! Seriously if fresh baked walked in the door it would be a challenge. However if it was just fetched from the grocery store – meh. I like that I’m picky it keeps me from eating as crappy. I mean I could still eat terrible foods, but at least I’m picky with my sweets.
@165gw oh my gosh you made it!!!!!!! (You beat me to first goal you sly gal! Haha)
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163.5 woot woot!
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Look at you and Motivational Jeans too describing when you reach 158ish oooooop!
Totally agree on the making this WOL work for you and the best way to sustain it. I find that I can not just do a strict keto – I tend to keep the keto part toward the last FD (since lately I’ve been doing 4 FDs in a row) but then transition to 1 full day of keto-ish diet then 2 days of what ever I want to eat. Otherwise yes I too will feel over restricted.
My weight loss slowed way down as I’ve gotten closer to goal and may have to change up the 4 FDs in a row and then 3 NFDs in a row (may have to go back to ADF!) To get this body guessing again.
Its just a little hard b/c I love the FDs all in a row they get easier after the 2nd day. Maybe now that I have electrolytes I should take on that WFDs again maybe next week? Oooo I’ll look at the calendar see if we have obligations or visiting.
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