**Jubilantly and Joyously, We Welcome a MWL June**

[butterflytrg]

I am so proud of myself. I started 4/11/11 weighing in at 205 and today I weigh 175. That's down 30 pounds in just over 2 months and 1 weeek!!!!

[suthrn grl]

Congratulations!! Great Job!!

[barbwired]

Originally Posted by butterflytrg

I am so proud of myself. I started 4/11/11 weighing in at 205 and today I weigh 175. That's down 30 pounds in just over 2 months and 1 weeek!!!!

Good for you! You should feel proud (and skinny!) you've accomplished so much in a short time

[Fit2010]

Originally Posted by butterflytrg

I am so proud of myself. I started 4/11/11 weighing in at 205 and today I weigh 175. That's down 30 pounds in just over 2 months and 1 weeek!!!!

Isn't it great!? What a motivation we can get with MWL with large initial loses! Stick with it for the next 50....you KNOW what to do! Congratulations.

[ferrarimomof3]

Hello everyone,
It has been a while. It looks like everyone is doing great. Summer is such a busy time of year for me with the kiddos. I have been on the plan for 24 weeks and have lost 76.4lbs and 16 1/2 inches off my waist. I originally was going to stop once I lost 96. However, now I think I may push it to 100. I have started going to the clinic every two weeks because of kids being home and partly financial. I had got to where I was only losing a small number and most was water. So, I figured i'd try every two weeks. I have been following the plan. However, this week I seem at least according to my scale ( which is normally close to clinic) to have gained weight. I am confused. I haven't done really anything any different and it is not close to the monthly. My ketosis strips say trace (which they have been saying that) even if I go a whole week with no garbs. I am also losing my hair. The clinic told me to take omega 3 and increase my protein. I have been taking omega 3 times a day and 5000mcg of biotin for a while. I did increase my protein by 50 to 100 calories and seemed to stall. So, I went back to the 500 to 600 calories of protein I have been on the whole time. That is all that I eat besides usually an orange and my serving(s) of spinach or broccoli. That is what I have been doing the whole time and losing. I am just concerned by my scale and feeling bigger in waist. Could I be hitting a plateau and if so what do I do to get out of it? I am so close to finally finishing something I started I don’t want to get discouraged now. Any help would be appreciated. Sorry, so long winded.

[butterflytrg]

Originally Posted by ferrarimomof3

Hello everyone,
It has been a while. It looks like everyone is doing great. Summer is such a busy time of year for me with the kiddos. I have been on the plan for 24 weeks and have lost 76.4lbs and 16 1/2 inches off my waist. I originally was going to stop once I lost 96. However, now I think I may push it to 100. I have started going to the clinic every two weeks because of kids being home and partly financial. I had got to where I was only losing a small number and most was water. So, I figured i'd try every two weeks. I have been following the plan. However, this week I seem at least according to my scale ( which is normally close to clinic) to have gained weight. I am confused. I haven't done really anything any different and it is not close to the monthly. My ketosis strips say trace (which they have been saying that) even if I go a whole week with no garbs. I am also losing my hair. The clinic told me to take omega 3 and increase my protein. I have been taking omega 3 times a day and 5000mcg of biotin for a while. I did increase my protein by 50 to 100 calories and seemed to stall. So, I went back to the 500 to 600 calories of protein I have been on the whole time. That is all that I eat besides usually an orange and my serving(s) of spinach or broccoli. That is what I have been doing the whole time and losing. I am just concerned by my scale and feeling bigger in waist. Could I be hitting a plateau and if so what do I do to get out of it? I am so close to finally finishing something I started I don’t want to get discouraged now. Any help would be appreciated. Sorry, so long winded.

What I have done when I hit my plateau was to go off plan for a weekend and eat normally. I didn't OVER due it but I ate whatever I felt like but still did not go the fast food thing. After doing this for 3 days I went back on the strict part of Medi (only protein, no carbs, only 550 calories a day) for 4 days and I actually lost 7 pounds! I just had to "trick" my body so that it wasn't use to the restrictions and wasn't trying to hold on for dear life.

[butterflytrg]

Thanks everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I went from a size 16 in the Plus department to shopping in the juniors department. I'm really on cloud 9!! Good luck to everyone!!!

[ash-st]

I just jumped from the newbie board to here... I'm currently on week 4, but I am re-doing week one, because I was kicked out of keitosis due to some wine last week and eating out. But my dr agreed, I made the best choices for what I was offered.

I've lost a total of 12.1 pounds, and I only have 53 more to go!

I went to the movies with my family today, and ate a chicken wrap. Since we were sitting in the dark, I couldn't pick off all of the wrap. First of all, this is a problem due to the fact that I'm gluten-intolerant. Second, the CARBS!

Also, I nibbled on a bit of my sister's fries.

BUT a victory, I did stop when I was full, and did not eat anymore, even though everything was so yummy!

The whole reason I started MWL was 1. I have some pounds to lose and I've tried everything. 2. I found out I am gluten-intolerant and I was having a really hard time cutting gluten out. --- so having a dr help me cut carbs out and then when I can add minimal carbs back in, they can be "safe" ones. 3. I need this weekly weigh in.

So I'm finishing up the last of my water and calling it a night!

-Ash

[marverboston]

Just want to wish congrats to all of you for your great weight loss .Hope you treat yourself to a nice trip to buy a smaller pair of pants or a top, WOW, I look at some of the stats of you all and it makes me feel so encouraged. Thanks everyone for posting your good news.
Cathy

[Jodi A]

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

[Fit2010]

Jodi - CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You've worked VERY diligently to be where you are today...great job! Just be warned that the hard part starts now, maintenance! I'm so happy for you to be at your goal. If you learn or experience some victories and strength in resolve manuevers please share them with all of us! We are always going to be here to support each other. We all want to get to and stay at our healthiest BMI/weight/size.

[suthrn grl]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

I KNEW I heard that looouud squeeeaallll from somewhere

Congratulations, girlfriend!! You deserve that beer! You've been so supportive and helpful to everyone else... time for you to shine!!

Have a great day and enjoy your celebration!

[cheftrish]

Hi All- It's been a while....had to go off the medi because of BP. Still fluctuating wildly and can't take any of the supplements. Today is day one. Amazingly I am at the same weight as when I dropped off the planet. Haven't had a chance to check on all the old posts. Missed everyone. Life just got crazy and I needed time for myself-then realized this IS time for myself, taking care of yourself is important. Doing week ONE with no app. suppressents and no fat burner. UGH!
T

[ferrarimomof3]

Originally Posted by butterflytrg

Thanks everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I went from a size 16 in the Plus department to shopping in the juniors department. I'm really on cloud 9!! Good luck to everyone!!!

Congrats!!

[ferrarimomof3]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

Congratulations on a job well done!!!!

[Mary T8M]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

OMG HURRAY Jodi ! PLEASE keep posting here (as well as on the maintenance board) I'm SO proud of you!

[ash-st]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

Congrats Jodi!!!

[Fit2010]

Originally Posted by cheftrish

Hi All- It's been a while....had to go off the medi because of BP. Still fluctuating wildly and can't take any of the supplements. Today is day one. Amazingly I am at the same weight as when I dropped off the planet. Haven't had a chance to check on all the old posts. Missed everyone. Life just got crazy and I needed time for myself-then realized this IS time for myself, taking care of yourself is important. Doing week ONE with no app. suppressents and no fat burner. UGH!
T

Your weight loss was going so well with MWL....I know you're dissapointed that you cannot use all the "tools" of MWL. But hang in there, my Sista! You are worth it! A great book to read is Julie Hadden's "Fat Chance."

[Jodi A]

Thanks, all! I am definately staying on these monthly posts. It is where I got all of my support. I have to tell you. I felt sooooo good to eat an english muffin with peanut butter on it today. I think it took me 10 minutes to eat it because I wanted to savor every bite. Doing the research to make sure I stay on track. Keep going everyone!!!

[Jodi A]

Originally Posted by suthrn grl

I KNEW I heard that looouud squeeeaallll from somewhere

Congratulations, girlfriend!! You deserve that beer! You've been so supportive and helpful to everyone else... time for you to shine!!

Have a great day and enjoy your celebration!

And you did it this week too!!! Very awesome. Let me know if you come up with any good Maintenance tricks.

[Jodi A]

Originally Posted by Mary T8M

OMG HURRAY Jodi ! PLEASE keep posting here (as well as on the maintenance board) I'm SO proud of you!

Thank you, Mary! Thank you for being so inspirational to everyone. You really did inspire me to join the gym and that extra push is what I needed to get here.

[Jodi A]

Originally Posted by ash-st

I just jumped from the newbie board to here... I'm currently on week 4, but I am re-doing week one, because I was kicked out of keitosis due to some wine last week and eating out. But my dr agreed, I made the best choices for what I was offered.

I've lost a total of 12.1 pounds, and I only have 53 more to go!

I went to the movies with my family today, and ate a chicken wrap. Since we were sitting in the dark, I couldn't pick off all of the wrap. First of all, this is a problem due to the fact that I'm gluten-intolerant. Second, the CARBS!

Also, I nibbled on a bit of my sister's fries.

BUT a victory, I did stop when I was full, and did not eat anymore, even though everything was so yummy!

The whole reason I started MWL was 1. I have some pounds to lose and I've tried everything. 2. I found out I am gluten-intolerant and I was having a really hard time cutting gluten out. --- so having a dr help me cut carbs out and then when I can add minimal carbs back in, they can be "safe" ones. 3. I need this weekly weigh in.

So I'm finishing up the last of my water and calling it a night!

-Ash

Ash ... first of all, welcome! You will find the people on this board to be so supportive and honest and that is what has gotten me through the past 3 months. However, just be warned. It isn't going to work if you are going to cheat. And they only person you are cheating is yourself.

Make everyone in your family understand that you just can't eat what they are eating. I don't mean to sound harsh at all. This is a supportive forum... but you can't call it a victory that you stopped eating the stuff you aren't supposed to eat because you were full. It is a victory when you follow the plan despite the pressures to succumb and eat what everyone else is eating. Next time you go to the movies try bringing in your own little snack. I always bring in a little bag of almonds to satisfy my "movie munchies".

I've been in numerous situations where I was the only one without a glass of wine in my hands. People teased me as I drank my water while they drank their wine but I always woke up the next morning with a smile on my face because I knew I stuck it through.

You will have times that you make a mistake... we are all human. But seriously, be true to yourself and stick to the plan. You will see the best results that way and it will shorten the amount of time you spend in the Acute Phase. Nothing but hugs your way, Sweetie!!

[marverboston]

Originally Posted by ash-st

I just jumped from the newbie board to here... I'm currently on week 4, but I am re-doing week one, because I was kicked out of keitosis due to some wine last week and eating out. But my dr agreed, I made the best choices for what I was offered.

I've lost a total of 12.1 pounds, and I only have 53 more to go!

I went to the movies with my family today, and ate a chicken wrap. Since we were sitting in the dark, I couldn't pick off all of the wrap. First of all, this is a problem due to the fact that I'm gluten-intolerant. Second, the CARBS!

Also, I nibbled on a bit of my sister's fries.

BUT a victory, I did stop when I was full, and did not eat anymore, even though everything was so yummy!

The whole reason I started MWL was 1. I have some pounds to lose and I've tried everything. 2. I found out I am gluten-intolerant and I was having a really hard time cutting gluten out. --- so having a dr help me cut carbs out and then when I can add minimal carbs back in, they can be "safe" ones. 3. I need this weekly weigh in.

So I'm finishing up the last of my water and calling it a night!

-Ash

Ash,

It can be so hard when you have family and friends not understanding you new way of eating. Hang in there and, I can say Iam not an expert but there have been some nights I just go to bed early to stay clear of trouble. We are all here to support eachother. I post in the energy in and energy out thread and have gotten some great support and ideas for meals there. Welcome again.
Cathy

[marverboston]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

Congrats Jodi, just in time for the holiday weekend to enjoy a cold beer! Enjoy.

Cathy

[Swirveegrl]

Jodi that's so fantastic that you reached your goal, and INSPIRING!
I'm at a plateau, I think. I've been hanging around 170 for about a month now. I still haven't been able to settle into a normal routine since starting my new job. My new schedule conflicts with my MEDI appointment routine I had established. But, I remain optimistic that I will reach my goal BEFORE the end of 2011!
Welcome back Cheftrish. We missed you!

[Peagle]

I haven't posted in awhile - just checking in. Glad to see everyone is hanging in there and making progress. I, too, am still plugging away - 71 lbs. gone since Feb. 22, 2011. Medi is the one that works!

[Mary T8M]

Originally Posted by Peagle

I haven't posted in awhile - just checking in. Glad to see everyone is hanging in there and making progress. I, too, am still plugging away - 71 lbs. gone since Feb. 22, 2011. Medi is the one that works!

GOOD for you!

[Mary T8M]

I MAY be getting a little more of an incentive to get more weight off (besides the cruise we're going on over Thanksgiving) DD and her long time BF are "looking at rings"........WOO HOO I MAY get her married off yet!

Loving the rain we're finally getting! Hoping it helps with all the wild fires buring in Florida/Ga

Keep up the GREAT work everyone, and keep posting....it's what gives us all a little boost!

[Fit2010]

Rachel and Mary - (Two of my favorites! ) Keep plugging away...you've been so inspirational and you are doing g-r-e-a-t!!

Sue (Peagle) - good to hear from you again! And congratulations of your WONDERFUL weight loss...71 lbs in a little over 4 months....phenomenol!! Woo Hoo!!

[barbwired]

Originally Posted by Jodi A

I DID IT! I just weighed in and I hit my goal!!! I'm now officially in Maintenance. Thank you so much to everyone. The support from this forum pushed me through.

I'm so excited because the Dr. said I can have a beer.

I am so happy for you! You have been such a ray of sunshine and so supportive to everyone. Enjoy that beer and I hope you'll keep posting here!