Beach Girl's Dieting Down for Summer Journal

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Well after looking at all of the other ladies journals I decided it was time to start my own, for many similar reasons, mainly however for encouragement and accountability. I am already significantly down from my starting point of approx. 185 lbs (The last time I had weighed in I was 178, after that I kept gaining but was too scared to weigh myself). I dropped the weight through making signifcant lifestyle changes, over the past 15 months. I now weigh in at about 145 lbs, and my goal weight is 128 lbs. I haven't had my bodyfat tested yet however I plan to do this in the next week or two. I am 5'6 1/2, and my goal weight is 128 lbs. however I understand that weight is not the most important marker and that my body fat percentage will be much more important.

Currently I am out of town on a business trip and do not have access to a scale, but estimate 145 lb. I am struggling right now with the stresses of being away from home, as well as with unsupportive coworkers who seem to think that I am a freakshow. They smoke and drink and are here mainly to party and they are of the opinion that I am no fun as I refuse to join in on these activites. Yes it would be fun, however I would be very disappointed in myself after. One night of fun is not worth 2 weeks of feeling badly about myself.

It is really awkward right now and I feel like the odd one out. I am trying to be friendly and still hang out with them, while eating my diet food and sipping water with lemon juice. However they are now excluding me from even the simplest of activities because I am "no fun". I wish I was at home. I am struggling to stay on my diet and to train. So far I am really proud of myself, I have stuck to my program almost 100%. Training has been decent, however I took a day off today as I am feeling worn out from travelling and felt that my body needed a rest.

I think that for the duration of this trip I am just going to stick to myself. I am weighing in with my diet guy next Tuesday morning, which will hold me very accountable. I scheduled that weigh in on purpose to keep me from straying on my week long trip. I know I will feel great at the end of the week knowing I have resisted temptation all week long.

I am starting to realize how healthy I feel on my diet and I am not even really having cravings. The only issue is wishing I could drink, not so much because I love drinking but because I'd love to fit in. I am guessing it is not just my company, however and that at most companies I would be in just as awkward a situation.

Well I am going to go and retire to my room now and read Oxygen for some motivation. Thanks for reading anyone that does. Stay Strong, I know I will be.

 

[Sassy69]

Hey girl! Welcome to the loggers!

RE: drinking & "fitting in" -- I think a lot of us have stories about losing friends who like to party... but there are a couple ways to deal w/ the nights out -- you can do a cheat day 1/week -- if you want to make that your drink night - no biggy. The clear boozes (e.g. vodka) are the less sugary ones. If you mix it w/ somethign like cranberry juice - its actually sorta good for you. Just not in excess. Alcohol will do a little to inhibit your progress, but it certainly won't destroy you. Otherwise you can get diet ginger ale or somethign that "looks" like booze and then just don't make a big deal of not drinking. People always get uptight about beign out & not having a drink in your hand -- just make sure there's somethign in your hand, even if its just diet coke.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Hey sassy, thanks for the ideas. Unfortunately my diet guy has laid down the law ABSOLUTELY NO BOOZE, as my body reacts very negatively to it, and I figure since I am paying enough I had better do what he says! All I drink is water, I guess I can tell them it's straight vodka and that I'm really hardcore.

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

Welcome!! I've been through similar situations recently... No so much with co-workers, but with long time friends. They just can't relate (or don't even try to relate) to what I'm doing with my diet and training.

Sometimes it is jealously or evny. Sometimes it's ignorance.

Hang in there! You've made great progress and are better than them![/FONT]

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Hi Ladies. So I am finally back home in Calgary and I weighed in today...I lost 5lbs in 7 days while away on a business trip!!! I am down to 141, only 13 more pounds to go. My stomach is looking a lot leaner and my legs are finally starting to come along. I don't know how I lost 5 lbs in one week...My diet is nowhere near starvation, I guess my body is just working very efficiently. I ended up caving and drinking...I am really disappointed in myself, I did it 2 nights in a row. It impressed upon me however, why I dont' drink anymore. I also ate an egg mcmuffin and a piece of pizza while recovering from my hangover and it just sat in my stomach for hours.

Other than the booze and hangover food though, I did amazing. I am not really experiencing cravings at all, my body really likes this diet!!! My goal this week is to drop 2 lbs. to get below the 140 mark. I can see my new bikini already. Take Care ladies.

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

I ended up caving and drinking...I am really disappointed in myself, I did it 2 nights in a row. It impressed upon me however, why I dont' drink anymore. I also ate an egg mcmuffin and a piece of pizza while recovering from my hangover and it just sat in my stomach for hours.

Other than the booze and hangover food though, I did amazing. I am not really experiencing cravings at all, my body really likes this diet!!! My goal this week is to drop 2 lbs. to get below the 140 mark. I can see my new bikini already. Take Care ladies.

You are doing AWESOME!

Just don't consider it caving, ok? Sometimes when you're dieting - every two or three weeks, I think you need to cheat - give your metabolism a jump start with some high calorie 'bad' foods like egg mcmuffins or a slice a pizza. Just don't eat the whole pie!

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

I hear you Wonder Woman! Only problem for me is that I am having a hella shitty time getting back up on the horse. Today was the first day that I really started sticking to my diet again as last night was the first time I had a chance to get groceries since getting home. I was STARVING all day and ended up eating a bit of extra food. Nothing evil, just 2 protein bars both under 200 cals. Is it possible that the leaner I get the more efficient my metabolism, so the hungrier I get?

I am tempted to beat myself up over today, however that would be pointless. Instead I will try to do better tomorrow. It's a work in progress, not every day will be a good day. Everyone falls off the horse I guess, the difference must be that some of us continually keep getting back on.

Tomorrow will be better, and today wasn't bad. Hopefully it will be a nice day and I can go for a rollerblade.

 

[que_66]

I hear you Wonder Woman! Only problem for me is that I am having a hella shitty time getting back up on the horse. Today was the first day that I really started sticking to my diet again as last night was the first time I had a chance to get groceries since getting home. I was STARVING all day and ended up eating a bit of extra food. Nothing evil, just 2 protein bars both under 200 cals. Is it possible that the leaner I get the more efficient my metabolism, so the hungrier I get?

I am tempted to beat myself up over today, however that would be pointless. Instead I will try to do better tomorrow. It's a work in progress, not every day will be a good day. Everyone falls off the horse I guess, the difference must be that some of us continually keep getting back on.

Tomorrow will be better, and today wasn't bad. Hopefully it will be a nice day and I can go for a rollerblade.

Everyone falls off the horse or wagon. The trick is to keep getting up.

Friends are angels who lift us up when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly.

 

[mightyT44]

Even falling off the horse once in awhile can't take away your progress and what you've learned! Really, those results are fantastic and many people couldn't have made it as far- I hope you're proud of yourself! I'd be shouting from the rooftops

Diet and fitness are key- but a positve "looking at the big picture" attitude is what will carry you the distance. I predict great success! Kudos, and keep up the good work

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Thanks for all of the encouragement ladies, I love loggin on and reading it, and reading all of your logs as well. Anyway I am having a few issues today, I look like I am 4 months pregnant because I am sooooo bloated. I am holding TONNES of water, damn pickles. For the past few days I have been eating pickles like they are candy to fill me up when I am hungry or just feel like munching. Practically no calories however sodium galore! Anyway I guess my newly developed pickle habit must be nipped in the bud. Any ideas for what else I can eat? Anyone know of any lower sodium pickles. My other problem is that I am majorly constipated. I don't know why, I eat 30-40 grams of fibre a day and drink about 3 liters of water usually. I guess I will have to talk to my diet guy about this, however I don't even want to go and weigh in this week, because I know I am heavier because of all the water and sh*t built up in me, it will mess with my head! (gross I know). Any ideas ladies on how to avoid these 2 obstacles? My boyfriend suggested taking a liquid fat supplement, however I don't want to add anything into my diet without my diet guy's approval, so I'll have to call him because he'll have to factor it into my overall fat intake. Anyway a new week has begun and I have to get back to work. My goal is now to be under 140 by May 12th, totally doable!!! 128 here I come

 

[treilin]

Thanks for all of the encouragement ladies, I love loggin on and reading it, and reading all of your logs as well. Anyway I am having a few issues today, I look like I am 4 months pregnant because I am sooooo bloated. I am holding TONNES of water, damn pickles. For the past few days I have been eating pickles like they are candy to fill me up when I am hungry or just feel like munching. Practically no calories however sodium galore! Anyway I guess my newly developed pickle habit must be nipped in the bud. Any ideas for what else I can eat? Anyone know of any lower sodium pickles. My other problem is that I am majorly constipated. I don't know why, I eat 30-40 grams of fibre a day and drink about 3 liters of water usually. I guess I will have to talk to my diet guy about this, however I don't even want to go and weigh in this week, because I know I am heavier because of all the water and sh*t built up in me, it will mess with my head! (gross I know). Any ideas ladies on how to avoid these 2 obstacles? My boyfriend suggested taking a liquid fat supplement, however I don't want to add anything into my diet without my diet guy's approval, so I'll have to call him because he'll have to factor it into my overall fat intake. Anyway a new week has begun and I have to get back to work. My goal is now to be under 140 by May 12th, totally doable!!! 128 here I come

Yeah I think pickles are the devil I've been snacking on a few of them also. Could also try sugar free jell-o... Or the icebreakers sugar free candy. I know... just different options
Are you getting close to that time of month? Drinking enough water??

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

I am getting close to that time of the month, so that probably has something to do with it. I need to buy a platinum membership right away here, I wish I could show you all a pic of this belly lol. I am just waiting for someone to congratulate me!!!

 

[treilin]

I am getting close to that time of the month, so that probably has something to do with it. I need to buy a platinum membership right away here, I wish I could show you all a pic of this belly lol. I am just waiting for someone to congratulate me!!!

Well we could congratulate you and ask you how far along you are

 

[mightyT44]

As for the snacking- try edame. edame = japanese soy beans, they are loaded with soy protein and fiber- low in sodium and only 100 calories (or so) per 1/2 cup- ALSO very low GI index. you can buy them frozen and shelled, just pop em in the microwave for 1-2 minutes and enjoy

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

Pickles, tempting..... I go with celery. The crunch is good.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Hi Ladies,
So I weighed in yesterday and I had gained back 2.5 lbs. I kind of lipped off my diet guy because this is a pattern now, losing a lot one week, then gaining back at least half the next. The diet is too low calorie for my activity level I think and I can only maintain it for 7 days at a time, hence the very bad yo-yo-ing. I told him to up my calories and my fats, and he did not like that idea. So I emailed a well known fitness competitor in my city today and asked her to take me on as a client. She owns and operates a studio gym and does personal training as well as dieting. She understands how to feed an active body. I am hoping that I can get in to see her ASAP and begin working with her.

As for now I am frustrated, my motivation comes in spurts. I do so well and then I eat too much, and hence beat myself up about it. To add insult to injury I got my hair done today and after spending over a year growing my hair out, my stylist chopped off way too much! I guess she doesn't understand the difference between a trim and a cut! So all that time spent growing my hair out wasted! Man I am pissed, it was finally starting to look really nice.

So yeah I am in a shitty mood, bad hair and feeling fat because I ate like shit for the past 2 days. I sure hope I can get to my goal by July 1. We have a wedding to go to on the second, and I want my man to look at me and imagine me as a beautiful bride.

Okay ladies that is all for now, as if I continue I will only expand upon my negativity and exascerbate my own attitude.

Hopefully I will have a good update in a few days when I can start working with Sandra.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Hello All, so I finally took the plunge and booked a bodyfat test (calipers) with a well known guy in my city who tests body comp. VO2 max etc. for a living. I am scared because I have no idea what I am at, however knowing will be important for my diet as well for gauging my success. I get tested next Wednesday morning, 2 days after my Monday weigh in. I also booked an appointment with Sandra the woman who does amazing diets, however I fear I might have to cancel it as she is very expensive and realistically I cannot afford her.

When I go see my diet guy on Monday I am going to make him refer me to one of his colleagues, who is experienced in dieting bb and fitness competitors. I do not plan to compete, however I train similarly (I think), and I need to lean down lots because I am hoping to do a bikini contest this summer.

Once my bf is tested I will post measurements and full stats, then a few days later when my diet is adjusted I will start logging that as well. Looking at Buffalogal's log inspired me!!! (Thanks Girl).

I am feeling way better today, attitude wise, however I can hardly wait to get on a diet I feel better on. Have a good weekend ladies, I am off to do some cardio. (Xenadrine Hardcore is amazing, it has tons of tyrosine in it and it helps me concentrate, thus cardio goes by way faster!)

 

[buffalogal]

Once my bf is tested I will post measurements and full stats, then a few days later when my diet is adjusted I will start logging that as well. Looking at Buffalogal's log inspired me!!! (Thanks Girl).

You have just turned around what has otherwise been a pretty crappy week for me. Thanks ngb!! We're all here for you...

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

And the same for you too Buffalo, it is so nice to have a community of support like this. None of my girlfriends are really into training or dieting to the extent that I am, so it is nice to be able to talk to people who understand. You know the standard "You look fine why are you trying to lose weight?", to which my answer is "Well I don't want to look fine, I want to look better than fine!"

Anyway I have a quick question, I am interested in all of your opinions on the most efficient cardio for fat loss. I have started doing 60 minutes/day and I am going to try to do this 7 days a week, as I do not think that my body really needs much recovery from cardio. I am going at a moderare intensity, adding in 5 mins. or so here or there of high intensity and of course warming up and cooling down. I am walking on the treadmill for 30 min (no incline as I have a knee problem that is aggravated by an y incline whatsoever), then using the elliptical for 30 min. I am actually really enjoying my cardio however I have a feeling I should be mixing it up a bit. (I have backed off the weights just for a week or two as I am not eating enough protein to support an intense weight training program, so once my diet is adjusted I'll be back in full force.)

I also rollerblade once or twice a week for cardio, which I love.

Anyway any and all suggestions/opinions would be appreciated. Thanks!

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

So tomorrow is the big day body fat caliper test (first one ever), weigh in, and telling my diet guy to hit the bricks and refer me to one of his colleagues! Wish me luck!

 

[ck2006]

Good luck with the bF testing, the two pounds sounds like that time of the month. I know a week before I crave carbs really really bad so I change up my diet so I don't get headaches to a little heavier carbs, not a lot but just enough to do the trick. You want to be 128? How tall are you, we sound similar. I would like to be 127 by the end of june, but we shall see, pretty content with where I am except for fine tuning.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Stats:

Height: 5'6 1/2
Weight: 143.3 lbs
Body Fat: 25.7%
(36.84 lbs fat) (106.46 lbs lean body mass)

This afternoon we formulate my new diet, and tomorrow my detailed logging will begin. My goal is to be below 20% body fat by the end of June. Then I will set another goal from there.

 

[ck2006]

Stats:

Height: 5'6 1/2
Weight: 143.3 lbs
Body Fat: 25.7%
(36.84 lbs fat) (106.46 lbs lean body mass)

This afternoon we formulate my new diet, and tomorrow my detailed logging will begin. My goal is to be below 20% body fat by the end of June. Then I will set another goal from there.

Did your trainer say below 20% by the end of june is attainable? Wow. I am 5'5 and was 136 in march and my bf then was 24% now I really wonder wat it is??? My goal is to at least be at 18% by june

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Hey ck. losing 1/5 of my total fat is totally attainable in that amount of time. I don't have a trainer as my boyfriend is a trainer and has taught me everything I know. I only need help with my diet. My plan is to begin doing am cardio (empty stomach) and evening weights and then halfway through switch to shorter cardio sessions twice daily plus evening weights. I am really weak right now however, as I have lost a lot of muscle mass on this starvation diet. Although I am lighter than I have been in 2 years I am not as lean as I was at over 150 pounds. I cannot believe how much strength I have lost. I feel like I am starting from scratch on the weight training end of things.

Anyway I will post more today or tomorrow on my program. I love this board though, it totally help with accountability.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Okay so we started building my new diet plan today and my boyfriend is helping me build a new training program, so I will be in business by Friday at the latest. I am really pumped to revamp everything and looking forward to looking great in a bikini, something I haven't been able to accomplish in years. As for tonight I want to go out and eat something yummy but healthy on a patio somewhere, it's beautiful here tonight! Figures though it's the only night that all of my friends are doing something else.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

Okay so I pigged out hardcore yesterday and the day before. Basically trying to deliberately make myself feel sick so that when my diet starts I won't miss eating sh*t. So now I am feeling so sick in fact that I am not starting until Monday. I figured that 3 days of detox is needed, eating clean but not quite diet clean, to ease myself into the diet. Plus it's my best friend's birthday tomorrow and I have to attend. That would just be stupid in my opinion to start a diet a day before an event like that and then tempt myself so soon. So I decided I can have one drink at the event and order something fairly clean. I know there are always going to be occassions that will tempt me however going to one the day after starting is asking for disaster.

I am really nervous about starting on Monday as I have never gone 6 weeks without cheating before, however when I finish, it is going to be such a huge personal milestone. Does an yone have any strategies for avoiding cheating? As in self talk, journals etc.?

Is it normal to be this nervous? But excited too! So the next 3 days I eat clean and transition. I am also going to mentally psych myself up. I am telling all of my friends that I am not doing anything social for the 6 weeks of my diet. No dinners out etc. I am not going to put myself through that. If any of my friends want to do anything, we can workout together or go rollerblading or for a walk.

Guys I need some inspiration to psych myself up. I want this so bad...

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

So tomorrow is the big day, day 1 of my 6 week training and diet blitz. I am really nervous, I want to do it soooo bad but it is going to be sooo hard. My log will be much more detailed from her on in. One quick question however. What are all of your opinions on am cardio, should it be done on an empty stomach? Or with a bit of food in the stomach? I'd prefer to just have a shake beforehand, however my diet guy is recommending carbs also.

The situation is complicated however and I am doubting my method. My original diet guyt is based in my city however I am not pleased with his methods, I had him refer me to a colleague of his, however the problem is his colleague is located hundreds of miles away and is supposedly too busy to have direct contact with me. So my diet guy consults his colleague and then tells me what to do. I am not super comfortable with this idea however, as I am not able to ask any direct questions and I do not trust the guy in my city to answer any questions that I may have appropriately.

I am sooo frustrated and don't know what to do. I am thinking I know more than I give myself credit for and that I should just tell them all to hit the bricks and do my diet myself, I mean it's not rocket science.

Any opinions ladies??? I am sooo motivated right now, however feel like I am being led astray by the idiot I am paying, who will not allow me direct contact with his colleague, sounds a bit fishy eh?

 

[Sassy69]

I'm not sure what to say about the diet guy situation. You can always try it & bail if it doesn't work for you. There's a lot of info here so not like you are totally out in the cold here....! There's always discussion about AM cardio - empty stomach or not - I do empty stomach for AM - I guess it would matter more are you comfortable doing that on an empty stomach? I prefer to not eat prior to cardio because I tend to get stomach aches. If you are starving hungry before cardio, then I'd probably eat something because I'd get sick from being too hungry.

You can always start w/ empty stomach & see how it works for ya.

 

[nokaoibeachgirl]

I like doing empty stomach cardio, I feel nauseous with food in my stomach beforehand. So I made a big decision yesterday... No more paying people to tell me what I already know! If I were to ever decide to compete obviously I'd need help, however right now while just trying to lean down and stay healthy, I can do it on my own. (and with a little support from the EF ladies!)