Medi Weight-Loss Febuary will be fantastic for those on the plan - Page 10

RodeoRN · 02-09-2009, 08:17 AM

Well not a newbie to Medi Weigtloss but new to this forum.
I have been on Medi since 7/08 I have had wonderful success. I had been maintaining since January or at least on a short hiatus or unplanned phase II. I had to dig my heals in and return to week one and to my success I had the same weight loss as I did back in July 7lb loss. I am now 2lbs away from my goal which i plan to reach this week. I love the recipes and will ad a few of my own once I am able to navigate your site a little better.

Kudos to you all for your hard work...
RodeoRN

McBoo · 02-09-2009, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RodeoRN

Well not a newbie to Medi Weigtloss but new to this forum.
I have been on Medi since 7/08 I have had wonderful success. I had been maintaining since January or at least on a short hiatus or unplanned phase II. I had to dig my heals in and return to week one and to my success I had the same weight loss as I did back in July 7lb loss. I am now 2lbs away from my goal which i plan to reach this week. I love the recipes and will ad a few of my own once I am able to navigate your site a little better.

Kudos to you all for your hard work...
RodeoRN

RodeoRN,

Congratulations on your weight loss and being so close to goal.

McBoo

SDC2 · 02-09-2009, 11:44 AM

Even though I was up 1 pound of water (TOM), I lost 2.2 pounds. I'm happy with that. I should have a really good week next week. McChestnut, please add that to your February total.

kaitlynhcg · 02-09-2009, 01:51 PM

Hey everyone,

Today was my very first day and I got my blood tested and my EKG. I got the 2 shots and talked with the nutritionist.

I am very excited that I am finally starting my path to better health. However, I'm nervous for this upcoming week! Although, I have lived on 500 cals a day before (ugh), it wasn't the most pleasant experience.

Starting weight: 189.2 lbs, which is less than I thought I was (even after pigging out yesterday - my last day of junk food carbs for a LONG time).

Jeffery's girl · 02-09-2009, 02:10 PM

I had my first appointment today. I was very pleased with the look of the clinic. The clinic staff were encouraging and made me feel like I could accomplish anything. They explained the program in fine detail and sent me home equiped to lose weight. I received two shots. Vitamins,urine strips, calcium, fat burner, pill holder, water bottle, all came in a pretty white printed back pack. I also got a folder with journal and shopping list and Week 1 survival guide. I'm satisfied with my decission. Starting weight.219.4

McBoo · 02-09-2009, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

I had my first appointment today. I was very pleased with the look of the clinic. The clinic staff were encouraging and made me feel like I could accomplish anything. They explained the program in fine detail and sent me home equiped to lose weight. I received two shots. Vitamins,urine strips, calcium, fat burner, pill holder, water bottle, all came in a pretty white printed back pack. I also got a folder with journal and shopping list and Week 1 survival guide. I'm satisfied with my decission. Starting weight.219.4

Congratulations on starting the medi program. The plan really does work. We are all here to lend support and encouragement through our experiences on the program. Good luck on your weight loss journey.

McBoo

Jeffery's girl · 02-09-2009, 02:43 PM

Will it be ok if I share this site with others in my area who are on Medi ? I don't know of another support site for Medi and the clinic I go to is only one of three in Alabama. We need all the help we can get.

mchestnut · 02-09-2009, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

I had my first appointment today. I was very pleased with the look of the clinic. The clinic staff were encouraging and made me feel like I could accomplish anything. They explained the program in fine detail and sent me home equiped to lose weight. I received two shots. Vitamins,urine strips, calcium, fat burner, pill holder, water bottle, all came in a pretty white printed back pack. I also got a folder with journal and shopping list and Week 1 survival guide. I'm satisfied with my decission. Starting weight.219.4

mchestnut · 02-09-2009, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by SDC2

Even though I was up 1 pound of water (TOM), I lost 2.2 pounds. I'm happy with that. I should have a really good week next week. McChestnut, please add that to your February total.

Congrats

...your so so close to the 40 lbs mark.

mchestnut · 02-09-2009, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RodeoRN

Well not a newbie to Medi Weigtloss but new to this forum.
I have been on Medi since 7/08 I have had wonderful success. I had been maintaining since January or at least on a short hiatus or unplanned phase II. I had to dig my heals in and return to week one and to my success I had the same weight loss as I did back in July 7lb loss. I am now 2lbs away from my goal which i plan to reach this week. I love the recipes and will ad a few of my own once I am able to navigate your site a little better.

Kudos to you all for your hard work...
RodeoRN

congrats...WOW this must be the quickest post to maintenance on the board.LOL

McBoo · 02-09-2009, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

Will it be ok if I share this site with others in my area who are on Medi ? I don't know of another support site for Medi and the clinic I go to is only one of three in Alabama. We need all the help we can get.

Absolutely!!

We are all here to help each other through this journey. It really helps to chat with others who are going through the same experiences.

McBoo

McBoo · 02-09-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mchestnut

congrats...WOW this must be the quickest post to maintenance on the board.LOL

Does this mean I will finally get some company in maintainance?

I know a lot of you will be there with me sooner rather than later and I can't wait.

McBoo

Jeffery's girl · 02-09-2009, 03:36 PM

Does anyone have a drink they use other than Smart Water or Powerade Zero? Also does the broth help with your first week? I thought I read an earlier post saying that it did help. Thanks, Sherrie

McBoo · 02-09-2009, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

Does anyone have a drink they use other than Smart Water or Powerade Zero? Also does the broth help with your first week? I thought I read an earlier post saying that it did help. Thanks, Sherrie

College Inn Fat-free/Low Sodium chicken broth should absolutely be a staple in the beginning. An entire 32oz carton has 20 calories and really helps. You can add any dry seasonings you like to perk it up. Always keep it on hand.

On the water subject do you like carbonated water? Any zero calorie carbonated flavored water is fine on the plan. Costco also has VitaRain which is zero calorie/zero carb vitamin water that is delicious. When it comes to vitamin waters they are not all created equal. Make sure you read the labels. Some vitamin waters actually have 120 calories per bottle. YIKES!!

McBoo

Jeffery's girl · 02-09-2009, 03:46 PM

Thanks, I will have to go to visit Costco when I'm in Montgomery but I will be sure to stock up on the things I need. I will be sure to always read lables I had no idea waters could be so high in calories!

AUTiger · 02-09-2009, 05:32 PM

Hi Sherrie,

Where do you live? I go to the clinic at Springhill Memorial. This program is wonderful. I do the smartwater. It is cheaper at Mannings/Food 4 Less than Walmart.

This board is wonderful. Everyone is so encouraging and full of information.

Heather

Jeffery's girl · 02-09-2009, 06:05 PM

Hey Heather, I live in Oxford and I am so excited about this program. This site is a god send. I don't want to do it without support from people doing the same program.
I picked up a powerade zero berry drink but haven't tried it yet. I will get started in the morning.

AnneME98 · 02-09-2009, 06:10 PM

My order from netrition.com came in today...lots of new things to try. I'll let you know

teacherdli · 02-09-2009, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

Hey Heather, I live in Oxford and I am so excited about this program. This site is a god send. I don't want to do it without support from people doing the same program.
I picked up a powerade zero berry drink but haven't tried it yet. I will get started in the morning.

I use the Crystal Light Hydration. Only one I can deal with for the electrolyte drinks suggested.

teacherdli · 02-09-2009, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by AnneME98

My order from netrition.com came in today...lots of new things to try. I'll let you know

Did you get any of the Dixie Carb Counter stuff? I was wondering if it's any good.

teacherdli · 02-09-2009, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaitlynhcg

Hey everyone,

Today was my very first day and I got my blood tested and my EKG. I got the 2 shots and talked with the nutritionist.

I am very excited that I am finally starting my path to better health. However, I'm nervous for this upcoming week! Although, I have lived on 500 cals a day before (ugh), it wasn't the most pleasant experience.

Starting weight: 189.2 lbs, which is less than I thought I was (even after pigging out yesterday - my last day of junk food carbs for a LONG time).

Welcome. It's not as hard as it seems. I thought I wouldn't survive, but all the stuff you get really helps from when I've done something like that on my own. Everyone is here to help.

mchestnut · 02-10-2009, 03:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by McBoo

Does this mean I will finally get some company in maintainance?

I know a lot of you will be there with me sooner rather than later and I can't wait.

McBoo

My goal is to be in maintenance by April. Can't wait to join you Mcboo

SDC2 · 02-10-2009, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Rahrahrhi

Hi all,
Susie,
I would love to meet you next week. I can make my appointment on Tuesday afternoon and meet you afterwards. I will PM you with my number.

Thanks for all the support while I was sick. Mom, thanks for all your encouragement. I love you.
RHi

Rhi,

I tried to private message you, but you were blocked from receiving it. You have to have at least 25 blogs in order for private messaging to work. Are you still up for lunch? I am off work today, so I could meet you at the clinic if you let me know the time. There are lots of restaurants close to the clinic.

Susie

AnneME98 · 02-10-2009, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by teacherdli

Did you get any of the Dixie Carb Counter stuff? I was wondering if it's any good.

No I didn't get any of that...just a few other random low carb/no carb stuff and the infamous powdered peanut butter from PB2.

Jonpryor99 · 02-10-2009, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

Does anyone have a drink they use other than Smart Water or Powerade Zero? Also does the broth help with your first week? I thought I read an earlier post saying that it did help. Thanks, Sherrie

I mainly drink the Crystal Light lemonade. I usually mix it at about half strength. The little packets that say to mix with 20 oz water, I mix in my 32 oz sports bottle. Other than that, I pretty much just drink plain ol water.

stepheniela1 · 02-10-2009, 06:00 AM

So i am on day 4 of my 2nd week, and i do not seem to be having any results... i know the rule is not to weigh yourself daily, but there are some habits i am not ready to give up. Can someone please lend me a helping hand to losing in the 2nd week... I have stayed in ketosis all week. Is this normal?

Jonpryor99 · 02-10-2009, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stepheniela1

So i am on day 4 of my 2nd week, and i do not seem to be having any results... i know the rule is not to weigh yourself daily, but there are some habits i am not ready to give up. Can someone please lend me a helping hand to losing in the 2nd week... I have stayed in ketosis all week. Is this normal?

Make sure you are getting in plenty of water. I shoot for 120 oz or more a day. Also check the sodium content of what you are eating. Too much sodium will cause some water retention. Even though I like to weigh myself every morning as well, I wouldn't worry to much what the scale says at home. Once you weigh in at the clinic this week and see if you are losing fat you will have a better idea of whether everthing is working as it should or not.

jbiggars63 · 02-10-2009, 06:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stepheniela1

So i am on day 4 of my 2nd week, and i do not seem to be having any results... i know the rule is not to weigh yourself daily, but there are some habits i am not ready to give up. Can someone please lend me a helping hand to losing in the 2nd week... I have stayed in ketosis all week. Is this normal?

Are you watching your sodium intake? If it is too high, you will retain water. FDA recommends no more than 2,300mg per day. I usually try to stay in the 1,800 - 2,000mg range. Also, if you are working out, if you do more than 3X per week, I have been told it can have an adverse effect on weightloss.

jbiggars63 · 02-10-2009, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonpryor99

Make sure you are getting in plenty of water. I shoot for 120 oz or more a day. Also check the sodium content of what you are eating. Too much sodium will cause some water retention. Even though I like to weigh myself every morning as well, I wouldn't worry to much what the scale says at home. Once you weigh in at the clinic this week and see if you are losing fat you will have a better idea of whether everthing is working as it should or not.

Oh, yea....and drink plenty of water! Just a little slow this morning!

nc-hoosier · 02-10-2009, 07:43 AM

Greetings from NC! Today is Day 9 and I feel great! I survived my first business trip while on the plan. I spend the last two days in Montreal. I did pretty good. On Sunday night attended a business dinner....no wine...no rolls (I did however find my self reaching in the bread basket as it was passed without even realizing I was doing it...I quickly pulled back my hand and said "NO" and everyone looked at me very strangely....too funny) I order grilled salmon...without sauce, etc. It was a normal size portion and that is all I ate. For lunch yesterday another business lunch at a Sushi restaurant. I wasn't prepared for a Sushi bar so I didn't know what to do. As it happens on gentlmen order for everyone so I just sort of picked..tried to avoid the rice and just eat some of the raw fish........

I haven't gone in for my first week appointment becuase I was out of town yesterday and my clinic is closed on Tuesdays. I have been rationing my appetite suppresants so I have enough through tomorrow. My appointment is at noon tomorrow. I personlly find this plan very easy to follow and of course I am still new enough that it hasn't gotten boring.

My big challenge this week will be Friday night. My husband and I are hosting a wine tasting party (which was planned long before I joined Medi). I don't want to "cheat" but I would like to sample some of the wines.....I will talk to my clinic tomorrow about it.

And welcome to all the newcomers! This is a great site and really week 1 is not all that bad!!!

Lori

02-09-2009, 08:17 AM	#271
RodeoRN Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: East Coast Posts: 4 Gallery: RodeoRN Stats: 190.2/158.4/135 WOE: Medi Weightloss Start Date: 7/15/08	Yet another Newbie Well not a newbie to Medi Weigtloss but new to this forum. I have been on Medi since 7/08 I have had wonderful success. I had been maintaining since January or at least on a short hiatus or unplanned phase II. I had to dig my heals in and return to week one and to my success I had the same weight loss as I did back in July 7lb loss. I am now 2lbs away from my goal which i plan to reach this week. I love the recipes and will ad a few of my own once I am able to navigate your site a little better. Kudos to you all for your hard work... RodeoRN

02-09-2009, 11:44 AM	#273
SDC2 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,421 Gallery: SDC2 Stats: 5' 7.5" 218/150/155 Maintenance WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: November 20, 2008	This weeks weigh-in results Even though I was up 1 pound of water (TOM), I lost 2.2 pounds. I'm happy with that. I should have a really good week next week. McChestnut, please add that to your February total.

02-10-2009, 07:43 AM	#300
nc-hoosier Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 14 Gallery: nc-hoosier Stats: 6 ft. 204/154.5 2nd Time 167 WOE: Medi Weightloss Clinic Start Date: Original Start Date: 2/2/09 Restart 1/29/10	Day 9 and going strong! Greetings from NC! Today is Day 9 and I feel great! I survived my first business trip while on the plan. I spend the last two days in Montreal. I did pretty good. On Sunday night attended a business dinner....no wine...no rolls (I did however find my self reaching in the bread basket as it was passed without even realizing I was doing it...I quickly pulled back my hand and said "NO" and everyone looked at me very strangely....too funny) I order grilled salmon...without sauce, etc. It was a normal size portion and that is all I ate. For lunch yesterday another business lunch at a Sushi restaurant. I wasn't prepared for a Sushi bar so I didn't know what to do. As it happens on gentlmen order for everyone so I just sort of picked..tried to avoid the rice and just eat some of the raw fish........ I haven't gone in for my first week appointment becuase I was out of town yesterday and my clinic is closed on Tuesdays. I have been rationing my appetite suppresants so I have enough through tomorrow. My appointment is at noon tomorrow. I personlly find this plan very easy to follow and of course I am still new enough that it hasn't gotten boring. My big challenge this week will be Friday night. My husband and I are hosting a wine tasting party (which was planned long before I joined Medi). I don't want to "cheat" but I would like to sample some of the wines.....I will talk to my clinic tomorrow about it. And welcome to all the newcomers! This is a great site and really week 1 is not all that bad!!! Lori

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02-09-2009, 01:51 PM	#274
kaitlynhcg Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 89 Gallery: kaitlynhcg	Hey everyone, Today was my very first day and I got my blood tested and my EKG. I got the 2 shots and talked with the nutritionist. I am very excited that I am finally starting my path to better health. However, I'm nervous for this upcoming week! Although, I have lived on 500 cals a day before (ugh), it wasn't the most pleasant experience. Starting weight: 189.2 lbs, which is less than I thought I was (even after pigging out yesterday - my last day of junk food carbs for a LONG time).

02-09-2009, 02:10 PM	#275
Jeffery's girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 154 Gallery: Jeffery's girl Stats: 219.4/189/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: February 09,2009	I had my first appointment today. I was very pleased with the look of the clinic. The clinic staff were encouraging and made me feel like I could accomplish anything. They explained the program in fine detail and sent me home equiped to lose weight. I received two shots. Vitamins,urine strips, calcium, fat burner, pill holder, water bottle, all came in a pretty white printed back pack. I also got a folder with journal and shopping list and Week 1 survival guide. I'm satisfied with my decission. Starting weight.219.4

02-09-2009, 02:43 PM	#277
Jeffery's girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 154 Gallery: Jeffery's girl Stats: 219.4/189/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: February 09,2009	Will it be ok if I share this site with others in my area who are on Medi ? I don't know of another support site for Medi and the clinic I go to is only one of three in Alabama. We need all the help we can get.

02-09-2009, 03:36 PM	#283
Jeffery's girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 154 Gallery: Jeffery's girl Stats: 219.4/189/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: February 09,2009	Does anyone have a drink they use other than Smart Water or Powerade Zero? Also does the broth help with your first week? I thought I read an earlier post saying that it did help. Thanks, Sherrie

02-09-2009, 03:46 PM	#285
Jeffery's girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 154 Gallery: Jeffery's girl Stats: 219.4/189/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: February 09,2009	Thanks, I will have to go to visit Costco when I'm in Montgomery but I will be sure to stock up on the things I need. I will be sure to always read lables I had no idea waters could be so high in calories!

02-09-2009, 05:32 PM	#286
AUTiger Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 26 Gallery: AUTiger WOE: Medi Start Date: Restart 01/2012	Hi Sherrie, Where do you live? I go to the clinic at Springhill Memorial. This program is wonderful. I do the smartwater. It is cheaper at Mannings/Food 4 Less than Walmart. This board is wonderful. Everyone is so encouraging and full of information. Heather

02-09-2009, 06:05 PM	#287
Jeffery's girl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 154 Gallery: Jeffery's girl Stats: 219.4/189/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: February 09,2009	Hey Heather, I live in Oxford and I am so excited about this program. This site is a god send. I don't want to do it without support from people doing the same program. I picked up a powerade zero berry drink but haven't tried it yet. I will get started in the morning.

02-09-2009, 06:10 PM	#288
AnneME98 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Navarre, FL Posts: 209 Gallery: AnneME98 Stats: 5'7" 232/209/170 WOE: Medi Weightloss Start Date: January 6, 2009 (Restart)	My order from netrition.com came in today...lots of new things to try. I'll let you know

02-10-2009, 06:00 AM	#296
stepheniela1 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Warwick, RI Posts: 21 Gallery: stepheniela1 Stats: 174/148/135 WOE: mediweightloss Start Date: 1/2009	So i am on day 4 of my 2nd week, and i do not seem to be having any results... i know the rule is not to weigh yourself daily, but there are some habits i am not ready to give up. Can someone please lend me a helping hand to losing in the 2nd week... I have stayed in ketosis all week. Is this normal?