Does it take the full 21 days to stabilize on P3?

FamilySeaside · 02-07-2012, 02:33 PM

I started this diet and the info I was given from the drops I ordered online was that you had to do P3 for 10 days. I started P2 then started reading more about the diet on-line and realized it is 21 days. Normally it wouldn't matter but we are leaving for Hawaii on day P3 Day 10 for me. I am worried about keeping to the diet while on vacation and was wondering what other people's P3 experience was like?

Basically, how good do I have to be? I want some baked goods but really dislike Stevia and I gained when I tried Splenda.....bummer. Hoping to stabilize quickly!

garnet10 · 02-07-2012, 04:38 PM

Oh, enjoy your vacation in Hawaii!!! We were there this summer, and it was the best vacation I've ever had. I was on P4 for the vacation, and although I did not over-indulge, I was not careful with what and how much I ate and did manage to put on 6 pounds in the two weeks we were there. (My husband, who is not on any diet plan, gained the same as well!)

I know that Simeons recommends 3 weeks of P3 in Pounds & Inches. I can tell you, however, that I had some rounds where I did everything according to strict protocol, and I could not stabilize in P3 to save my life. (Stabilized like a rock in my first and fourth rounds, not at all after my second and third rounds--go figure!)

Of course your chances at stabilization are probably better if you do a full 3 weeks of P3, but everyone's experience is varied, and you have to decide how you want to do your vacation. I don't regret my 6 pound weight gain, because I didn't overeat, I really relaxed and enjoyed myself.

Whatever you decide, I hope it works out well for you and that you have a great time!

Sleepy · 02-07-2012, 04:48 PM

unfortunately it does
i always think i can shorten it up
but it really does help to get to that set point
and ive noticed the shape of my body changing alot
hate the waiting but it is totally worth is

C'Marie · 02-08-2012, 12:31 AM

I would still try to do no starch no sugar on vacation - just think regular low carb eating. There's plenty to eat without that stuff.

IF you do the first 4-5 days of P3 as similar as P2 but way increased protein as you can and add some healthy fat, add no dairy or nuts for a bit and get stable, you may be ok or at least keep it under control. Bummer you were told wrong about the days but NOT a bummer you get to go to Hawaii! Have fun!

02-07-2012, 02:33 PM	#1
FamilySeaside Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Posts: 8 Gallery: FamilySeaside	Does it take the full 21 days to stabilize on P3? I started this diet and the info I was given from the drops I ordered online was that you had to do P3 for 10 days. I started P2 then started reading more about the diet on-line and realized it is 21 days. Normally it wouldn't matter but we are leaving for Hawaii on day P3 Day 10 for me. I am worried about keeping to the diet while on vacation and was wondering what other people's P3 experience was like? Basically, how good do I have to be? I want some baked goods but really dislike Stevia and I gained when I tried Splenda.....bummer. Hoping to stabilize quickly!

02-07-2012, 04:38 PM	#2
garnet10 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 941 Gallery: garnet10 Stats: 182/141.6 5/6/13/Goal 125 WOE: hCG Start Date: hCG 10/9/10; restarted 5/6/13	Oh, enjoy your vacation in Hawaii!!! We were there this summer, and it was the best vacation I've ever had. I was on P4 for the vacation, and although I did not over-indulge, I was not careful with what and how much I ate and did manage to put on 6 pounds in the two weeks we were there. (My husband, who is not on any diet plan, gained the same as well!) I know that Simeons recommends 3 weeks of P3 in Pounds & Inches. I can tell you, however, that I had some rounds where I did everything according to strict protocol, and I could not stabilize in P3 to save my life. (Stabilized like a rock in my first and fourth rounds, not at all after my second and third rounds--go figure!) Of course your chances at stabilization are probably better if you do a full 3 weeks of P3, but everyone's experience is varied, and you have to decide how you want to do your vacation. I don't regret my 6 pound weight gain, because I didn't overeat, I really relaxed and enjoyed myself. Whatever you decide, I hope it works out well for you and that you have a great time! __________________

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02-07-2012, 04:48 PM	#3
Sleepy Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 11,283 Gallery: Sleepy	unfortunately it does i always think i can shorten it up but it really does help to get to that set point and ive noticed the shape of my body changing alot hate the waiting but it is totally worth is

02-08-2012, 12:31 AM	#4
C'Marie Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 4,083 Gallery: C'Marie Stats: 270/down 110-ish/ goal 147 WOE: hCG Rx shots/JUDDD maintain Start Date: 1/4/2010 Now R9 P2	I would still try to do no starch no sugar on vacation - just think regular low carb eating. There's plenty to eat without that stuff. IF you do the first 4-5 days of P3 as similar as P2 but way increased protein as you can and add some healthy fat, add no dairy or nuts for a bit and get stable, you may be ok or at least keep it under control. Bummer you were told wrong about the days but NOT a bummer you get to go to Hawaii! Have fun!