Starting on Phase II

texy · 01-31-2007, 11:09 AM

Has anyone started out successfully on Phase II?

I've been doing atkins for years and decided to train for my first marathon. I increased the carbs but wanted a guideline to follow so I didn't increase them to much. I would still like to lose about 25lbs before August. (stats are not current).

I'm following the list from Phase I but have added 1 slice of sprouted bread (like Ezekial) and 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal (usually in a protein pancake from the BFL thread) and 1/2 cup of berries.

I sure miss my full fat Ranch dressing, but the payoff has been great so far. I'm not going to weigh myself for a while after re-introducing carbs. I am training/working out pretty heavy so hopefully it will all even out.

Any advice is appreciated.
Thanks in advance!

Sarmay · 01-31-2007, 11:28 AM

The purpose of phase 1 is to get rid of cravings and control appetite, so if you've already managed that, starting with phase 2 is fine. Just be sure you read your book, and you'll do fine.

Personally, I went from dandr to sb with no issues, really. The only difficult part was convincing myself that is was ok to add a starch and fruit!

I also am still having trouble remembering to cut my fats the way they should be. I use only olive oil, for the most part, though.

Good luck and welcome to the beach! Grab your sunblock and a towel and jump right in!

Oh, I also wanted to add: I, too, love full-fat ranch, so I still use it.

But I do cut it with a little non-fat yogurt or sour cream. It's still tasty, but not quite as bad.

rose1 · 01-31-2007, 04:17 PM

It is recommended that athletes start with phase 2, so with your training you'll be fine.

vessel of prayer · 02-01-2007, 07:15 AM

I still use full fat drsg. But not a lot. About a tablespoon on a huge salad, and mix it well. It is delic. Wishing you well.

texy · 02-01-2007, 10:01 AM

Thanks everyone for your replies and your support. I'm really excited about doing South Beach! I bought Newmans' Ceasar lite dressing. We'll see how that goes.

Thanks again!

smartmuse2 · 02-04-2007, 08:36 PM

Have you tried this?

Since you like the full fat ranch dressing, here is a way to make it a little healthier. Instead of buying the kind in the bottle already, buy the kind in the packet (dry). Mix it with a quart container of non-fat or lowfat plain yogurt.

I can't tell the difference and I am guilt free.

vessel of prayer · 02-05-2007, 07:11 AM

Smartmuse.. thats a great idea. Thank you. I forgot all about those packets. wow.

My favorite dressing is Blue Cheese. LOL I havent had that in a while. HAha.

I did buy South Beach brand Ranch yesterday at walmart. I will see how that goes. Next time though I think I will try out your idea. Thanks again.

01-31-2007, 11:09 AM	#1
texy Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 207 Gallery: texy Stats: 171.5/164/135 Start Date: 08/01/03	Starting on Phase II Has anyone started out successfully on Phase II? I've been doing atkins for years and decided to train for my first marathon. I increased the carbs but wanted a guideline to follow so I didn't increase them to much. I would still like to lose about 25lbs before August. (stats are not current). I'm following the list from Phase I but have added 1 slice of sprouted bread (like Ezekial) and 1/2 cup cooked oatmeal (usually in a protein pancake from the BFL thread) and 1/2 cup of berries. I sure miss my full fat Ranch dressing, but the payoff has been great so far. I'm not going to weigh myself for a while after re-introducing carbs. I am training/working out pretty heavy so hopefully it will all even out. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks in advance! __________________ Paleo for Athletes BFFM style! Completed 1st 1/2 Marathon January 2008!, Capitol 10K March 2008,Urban Dare, San Antonio May 4 Coming up: San Antonio RockNRoll Marathon, Wurst 5 miles, Great Urban Race Austin

01-31-2007, 11:28 AM	#2
Sarmay MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Where pigs fly in Ohio. Posts: 2,166 Blog Entries: 18 Gallery: Sarmay Stats: 299/261.8/150 WOE: WW Flex WI-Sunday Start Date: March 2008	The purpose of phase 1 is to get rid of cravings and control appetite, so if you've already managed that, starting with phase 2 is fine. Just be sure you read your book, and you'll do fine. Personally, I went from dandr to sb with no issues, really. The only difficult part was convincing myself that is was ok to add a starch and fruit! I also am still having trouble remembering to cut my fats the way they should be. I use only olive oil, for the most part, though. Good luck and welcome to the beach! Grab your sunblock and a towel and jump right in! Oh, I also wanted to add: I, too, love full-fat ranch, so I still use it. But I do cut it with a little non-fat yogurt or sour cream. It's still tasty, but not quite as bad. __________________ ~Sarah~ Mini-goal: Activity points every day! Short-term goal: 265 lbs - my 10% * achieved! New short-term goal: 50 lbs gone Long-term goal: Get healthy and stay healthy! Total pounds lost (WW) 32.4! Last edited by Sarmay : 01-31-2007 at 11:29 AM.

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01-31-2007, 04:17 PM	#3
rose1 Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Tennessee Posts: 10,931 Gallery: rose1 WOE: Vegetarian version of SB Start Date: June, 2005	It is recommended that athletes start with phase 2, so with your training you'll be fine.

02-01-2007, 07:15 AM	#4
vessel of prayer Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NW FL Panhandle but wish I was where there is SNOW Posts: 9,649 Gallery: vessel of prayer Stats: 186/155/143 -will get to 130 5'3" WOE: lower fat, no more than 3 starches daily Start Date: 09/10/2005	I still use full fat drsg. But not a lot. About a tablespoon on a huge salad, and mix it well. It is delic. Wishing you well.

02-01-2007, 10:01 AM	#5
texy Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 207 Gallery: texy Stats: 171.5/164/135 Start Date: 08/01/03	Thanks everyone for your replies and your support. I'm really excited about doing South Beach! I bought Newmans' Ceasar lite dressing. We'll see how that goes. Thanks again!

02-04-2007, 08:36 PM	#6
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Have you tried this? Since you like the full fat ranch dressing, here is a way to make it a little healthier. Instead of buying the kind in the bottle already, buy the kind in the packet (dry). Mix it with a quart container of non-fat or lowfat plain yogurt. I can't tell the difference and I am guilt free.

02-05-2007, 07:11 AM	#7
vessel of prayer Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: NW FL Panhandle but wish I was where there is SNOW Posts: 9,649 Gallery: vessel of prayer Stats: 186/155/143 -will get to 130 5'3" WOE: lower fat, no more than 3 starches daily Start Date: 09/10/2005	Smartmuse.. thats a great idea. Thank you. I forgot all about those packets. wow. My favorite dressing is Blue Cheese. LOL I havent had that in a while. HAha. I did buy South Beach brand Ranch yesterday at walmart. I will see how that goes. Next time though I think I will try out your idea. Thanks again.