Simeon's protocol (HCG Diet) February 2010 THREAD

[FitAtForty]

Good morning to all on this snowy Sat from Fargo, ND.... Well happy to report the scale was my friend again today Down -1.2 lbs....
So excited about that loss- bigger than I've had in awhile so totally makes my day... made it past my halfway mark by a pound so I'm on a roll now folks!! Hope you all are doing well and doing the best you can on program.
Off for now hope you all have a great day... till next time lets stay intentional and do our best. Rockin'

[FitAtForty]

Saw this posted somewhere else and thought we all could use this!!

What you must do
+++++++++++++++++++

What you have to do today is not a burden. It is a blessing.

It is your opportunity to make a difference. It is your
opportunity to create value.

Because of what you must do today, you will learn and you
will grow. You'll strengthen your skills and have the chance
to improve your effectiveness.

True fulfillment does not come from having things easy. It
will come when you positively and enthusiastically work
through each challenge.

Be thankful for the work you must do, whatever it may be.
Choose to make that work a positive expression of the best
of who you are.

Stand up, step forward and get busy. Enjoy bringing to life
the unique value that is yours to create.

Ralph Marston

[CandySanDiego]

Originally Posted by wmac

Candy....great job! I think I might have to try your spinach p2 salad.

I really enjoy it - I have it for at least one meal every day on P2. I keep my apple cider vinegar in a spritz bottle and spritz the spinach leaves so they are nice and evenly coated and the ACV doesn't all end up in the bowl.

Let me know what you think if you try it.

-C

[CandySanDiego]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Good morning to all on this snowy Sat from Fargo, ND.... Well happy to report the scale was my friend again today Down -1.2 lbs....
So excited about that loss- bigger than I've had in awhile so totally makes my day... made it past my halfway mark by a pound so I'm on a roll now folks!! Hope you all are doing well and doing the best you can on program.
Off for now hope you all have a great day... till next time lets stay intentional and do our best. Rockin'

on being past the halfway mark! Hope you have a lovely weekend.

-C

[CandySanDiego]

109.4 for the 3rd day in a row! Unheard of! Ended yesterday on about 1450 calories - about 23% Carbs, 30% Protein & 47% Fat. Most of the carbs were from 2 apples I had and a cup of milk.

Last P3 my calories were a little higher in the 1650-1750 (with a few high days up to 2,200) - I am about 5lbs lighter now but not sure if that will lower the calories I need. Guess I'll try and see.

See Y'all!

-C

[wmac]

I was down 1.5 today.

[wmac]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Good morning to all on this snowy Sat from Fargo, ND.... Well happy to report the scale was my friend again today Down -1.2 lbs....
So excited about that loss- bigger than I've had in awhile so totally makes my day... made it past my halfway mark by a pound so I'm on a roll now folks!! Hope you all are doing well and doing the best you can on program.
Off for now hope you all have a great day... till next time lets stay intentional and do our best. Rockin'

Congratulations!!!! KUTGW

[wmac]

Has anyone done the P90X workout?

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Saw this posted somewhere else and thought we all could use this!!

What you must do
+++++++++++++++++++

What you have to do today is not a burden. It is a blessing.

It is your opportunity to make a difference. It is your
opportunity to create value.

Because of what you must do today, you will learn and you
will grow. You'll strengthen your skills and have the chance
to improve your effectiveness.

True fulfillment does not come from having things easy. It
will come when you positively and enthusiastically work
through each challenge.

Be thankful for the work you must do, whatever it may be.
Choose to make that work a positive expression of the best
of who you are.

Stand up, step forward and get busy. Enjoy bringing to life
the unique value that is yours to create.

Ralph Marston

thank you for those! i needed to read them today!

[Emmytheshiba]

Originally Posted by Aggie95

WTG Em!! You'll be below that ldw in no time. Get more rest and stay warm

Speaking of being below that LDW in no time....teehee...read below!

Originally Posted by CandySanDiego

I LOVE guac too - was really bummed to find out I am allergic to avocado. Dipped yummy shrimp in my guac last time in Mx. Just another day or two and you'll have that R1 LDW under your belt! Nice drop today! I usually have a nice dip once TOM arrives & this round I had nice losses in week 3. As the ol' timers say - every round is different. Have a great weekend! All that snow sounds like good DVD, couch & warm coffee weather. We're hoping for some snow in the local mountains so we can drive up on Sunday and let my girl get her snowplay on.
-C

Aww thank you Candy! Yeah it's FREEZING in my room (my bedroom in my apt has one wall that is the outside of the whole building...somewhat slightly chilly!) so the only thing on the radar for the rest of the weekend is blankies, movies, work, reading, and lots and lots of yummy spicy tea!
And kudos to you, who seems to have found a happy weight for a few days! Enjoy all that p3 yumminess!

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Saw this posted somewhere else and thought we all could use this!!
What you must do
+++++++++++++++++++
What you have to do today is not a burden. It is a blessing....

I liked this a lot! Thanks for posting it

Well it is VCLD day number 19 and I am below my round 1 LDW!!!! I woke up to a 1.2 lb loss this morning (which was great because I was SOOOO tempted to cheat last night but I didn't! Mexico mexico mexico...) which puts me at 172.8...my last ldw was 173! Another 1.7 lbs and i'll be in complete virgin territory
Going without drops again today because I'm still on my period (it'll be day 3 w/out). Started getting a bit of a hunger monster last night but I was also up way later than usual...still, I think it'll be the last day without drops regardless of whether my period is done tomorrow (which it probably will be anyway). YAY! This is so exciting...much much better for a week 3/TOM than I could have expected!
Stay warm, happy losses, and keep up the maintaining, you gorgeous people you!

[debkeversole]

GO EM!!! whoohoo!!!

[Emmytheshiba]

Yay thank you! I also switched from this only sort of yummy cod I'd been eating to yummy yummy tilapia which is a huge upgrade!

[FitAtForty]

wmac- I have never done the Px90 but my sister and DH have and I guess it is a VERY intense workout- I think it is for people that are used to working out rather than someone just starting out from what I've heard?!?! Ppl that have done it I know have had excellent results if you stick with it...

[Bhambabe]

Originally Posted by CandySanDiego

109.4 for the 3rd day in a row! Unheard of! Ended yesterday on about 1450 calories - about 23% Carbs, 30% Protein & 47% Fat. Most of the carbs were from 2 apples I had and a cup of milk.

Last P3 my calories were a little higher in the 1650-1750 (with a few high days up to 2,200) - I am about 5lbs lighter now but not sure if that will lower the calories I need. Guess I'll try and see.

See Y'all!

-C

Candy you are doing great ! how tall are you ?. You sound like someone that is very petite . I hope you continue to keep your desired weight.
Janeann

[BethLH]

Originally Posted by klittle

Good morning everyone! Today is VLCD 20 I was down .2 this morning. I'm happy that it was a loss but a little frustrated that my losses seem to have really slowed!! In the last 7 days I have only lost 2.2. I have been 100% sticking to protocol. Is that normal in week 3? Is there anything I can do to get them to pick up again? I hate to think of doing this another 20 days (40 days total) and continuing to lose only 2.2 lbs per week. Any loss is good, I know, but at this rate, it will take me forever to reach my goal.

When I did my 40 day round
week 1 was 6.0
week 2 was 4.0
week 3 was 1.8
week 4 was 4.0
week 5 was 2.0
week 6 was 4.4

HTH

[Bhambabe]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Saw this posted somewhere else and thought we all could use this!!

What you must do
+++++++++++++++++++

What you have to do today is not a burden. It is a blessing.

It is your opportunity to make a difference. It is your
opportunity to create value.

Because of what you must do today, you will learn and you
will grow. You'll strengthen your skills and have the chance
to improve your effectiveness.

True fulfillment does not come from having things easy. It
will come when you positively and enthusiastically work
through each challenge.

Be thankful for the work you must do, whatever it may be.
Choose to make that work a positive expression of the best
of who you are.

Stand up, step forward and get busy. Enjoy bringing to life
the unique value that is yours to create.

Ralph Marston

Thanks for sharing , very true .

[Bhambabe]

Originally Posted by wmac

I was down 1.5 today.

Good Job ! I live in Washington also , what area are you in ?.

Janeann

[mlilly11]

Hi friends, I have a few pages of catching up to do. I just returned from a week away. Still holding strong at +1 over LIW. I was going to end my interruption yesterday when I found I had no bac water. Was my subconscious making an excuse to stay on P3 a few more days? Probably.
Happy releasing and maintaining all you beautiful people! Happy Superbowl Day!

[Bob1956]

Good Morning All. Today is R3P3D4, and my weight is 179.5 lbs.(had a little blip yesterday, 181 lbs.), a 1.5 loss from yesterday. Sorry I haven't posted, but I'm helping Mom out with her new apartment, busy looking for and getting furniture, getting phone and cable, alot of running around. Today will be another busy day plus the Superbowl. Hopefully I'll be able to catch up tomorrow.
Everyone have a great day and stay INTENTIONAL.

[FitAtForty]

well scale wasn't my friend today up .4 but thats ok- had a good loss yesterday so wasn't really expecting another one today- made the P2 chili last night and that sure is good stuff- gonna make a big batch today for DH to eat this week- it is one of his favorite dishes on P2 so far plus with this cold snowy weather hot soup sounds wonderful.... well today is the big day Super Bowl.... guess if I had to choose a team I'd go for the Colts but whatever... won't be having any big super bowl party here since were on P2 so all you P3 & 4 ppl hope you have a good day eating good healthy foods... I'll be there in time- everthing worth accomplishing takes time I guess.. anyhow off for now hope you all have a great day

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by Bob1956

Good Morning All. Today is R3P3D4, and my weight is 179.5 lbs.(had a little blip yesterday, 181 lbs.), a 1.5 loss from yesterday. Sorry I haven't posted, but I'm helping Mom out with her new apartment, busy looking for and getting furniture, getting phone and cable, alot of running around. Today will be another busy day plus the Superbowl. Hopefully I'll be able to catch up tomorrow.
Everyone have a great day and stay INTENTIONAL.

and i know how hectic it is taking care of your Mom! just wanted to give you a on that too!!


already deep fried the wings and the P3 BBQ sauce is reducing to coat them in!! whoohoo!

[deedeetv]

Originally Posted by wmac

Has anyone done the P90X workout?

I have it and I had started it a few days before R1. It is VERY intense and definitely not a beginner's workout. It can be modified to different fitness levels. I stopped doing it because you probably burn at least 500 cals if not more during the workout and I didn't want to mess with the protocol. But I'm looking forward to picking up the exercise again in P3.

[wmac]

Originally Posted by debkeversole

and i know how hectic it is taking care of your Mom! just wanted to give you a on that too!!


already deep fried the wings and the P3 BBQ sauce is reducing to coat them in!! whoohoo!

What is the p3 BBQ sauce?

[wmac]

Originally Posted by deedeetv

I have it and I had started it a few days before R1. It is VERY intense and definitely not a beginner's workout. It can be modified to different fitness levels. I stopped doing it because you probably burn at least 500 cals if not more during the workout and I didn't want to mess with the protocol. But I'm looking forward to picking up the exercise again in P3.

Thanks for the information. I was thinking about doing it after p2 also.
Your stats look great! KUTGW

[wmac]

Originally Posted by Bhambabe

Good Job ! I live in Washington also , what area are you in ?.

Janeann

Thank you!

I am over by Pullman. (South of Spokane)

[wmac]

Down .5 pound today!

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by wmac

What is the p3 BBQ sauce?

Originally Posted by trombonegirl

BBQ Sauce

1 cup Zevia cola
2/3 cup no-sugar catsup
2 T apple cider vinegar
1 T worcestershire (leave out in P2/P3, maybe sub Braggs liquid aminos)
2 t dry mustard

Mix all together and enjoy!

Tracy

didn't have a zevia so used a diet rite with splenda looks like it is P2 as well my bad but the recipe is pretty good!

[Emmytheshiba]

Happy Sunday All!
Down another 1.2 lbs this morning...putting me at 171.2 which is just one lb above my lowest from last round p3 (I'd thought this number was actually it but I went through my ****** and turns out it was 170.2). I am so close to the 60s and soooo happy with my losses for the past week...I've gone down 7.4 lbs in the 5 days since my period started...unreal! Back on drops today and about to go eat my first meal...woke up really late plus wasn't hungry so i'm lazing my way into the kitchen today Happy losses/shrinkages/maintains/Superbowl-ing!

[Meme1211]

Originally Posted by Emmytheshiba

Happy Sunday All!
Down another 1.2 lbs this morning...putting me at 171.2 which is just one lb above my lowest from last round p3 (I'd thought this number was actually it but I went through my ****** and turns out it was 170.2). I am so close to the 60s and soooo happy with my losses for the past week...I've gone down 7.4 lbs in the 5 days since my period started...unreal! Back on drops today and about to go eat my first meal...woke up really late plus wasn't hungry so i'm lazing my way into the kitchen today Happy losses/shrinkages/maintains/Superbowl-ing!

Congrats on your weight losses thus far this round Em. KUTGW!!!

[BethLH]

Originally Posted by wmac

Thank you!

I am over by Pullman. (South of Spokane)

OMG. We lived in Pullman from 1992-2002. My DH was a police officer and then a sergeant for the Pullman PD. Isn't that what everybody with a BA in English does? Now we own our own coffee shops here in MN.