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[ramanth]

When I had my final fitting on the 9th (the dress was done and I had to put it on prior to taking it home), I went into shock because A) Mom could barely get the corset on me and B) the dress narrowly zipped up.

I wanted to cry.

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

It gave suggestions and a BK Whopper Jr. (no mayo) is a lunch option!

You can even have 100 calorie snacks here and there (apples, almonds, mini bag of popcorn)

It's been hard (I hate counting and measuring), but I've been sticking to it and now I'm down to 140 (from 150) in only a week and a half.

I was at 140 when I bought the dress and had my first couple of fittings so I know the dress will go on at least and be somewhat comfy. I'm shooting for 135 so I can breathe.

[My Peanuts]

When I had my final fitting on the 9th (the dress was done and I had to put it on prior to taking it home), I went into shock because A) Mom could barely get the corset on me and B) the dress narrowly zipped up.

I wanted to cry.

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

It gave suggestions and a BK Whopper Jr. (no mayo) is a lunch option!

You can even have 100 calorie snacks here and there (apples, almonds, mini bag of popcorn)

It's been hard (I hate counting and measuring), but I've been sticking to it and now I'm down to 140 (from 150) in only a week and a half.

I was at 140 when I bought the dress and had my first couple of fittings so I know the dress will go on at least and be somewhat comfy. I'm shooting for 135 so I can breathe.

Wow, 10 pounds in a week and a half. Wonderful! Do you think you can post that article when you get a chance (or a place where I can find it)? I know you must be SOOOOOO busy, so no rush.

[My Peanuts]

I didn't go to the gym last night. I actually went home from work early because of a really bad headache and I even cancelled my pedicure (first one ever!)
It really bothers me if I plan on going to the gym and I can't for one reason or another. It makes me feel guilty. I know I shouldn't, but I can't help it. Sometimes it even puts me in a bad mood. I know I sound anorexic, but trust me I only SOUND that way. I have at least 30lbs to lose.

I’m going out to dinner tomorrow night to my favorite restaurant and I know I’m going to pig out! So I'm going to the gym tonight, tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday. Just thought I'd share.

[ramanth]

Wow, 10 pounds in a week and a half. Wonderful! Do you think you can post that article when you get a chance (or a place where I can find it)? I know you must be SOOOOOO busy, so no rush.

Sure! I'll try to remember to bring it to work tomorrow and scan it in.

And I finally read through the thread. Love the before and after photos.

Congrats Ladies and keep up the good work!

And to those that are still trying or just starting... don't give up! *hugs*

[christa]

Andy gave me an article he found in a magazine about the 3-4-5 diet. Pretty much 300 calories for breakfast, 400 for lunch, 500 for dinner.

Wow - 10 pounds that quick!!! You must have really cut your calories!!! Congrats to you! You should be proud to wear that dress now!!! You might have to get it taken up!!!

I'm surprised that it's not reversed though . . . to 5-4-3 . . . You should always eat more cals for breakfast/lunch & less late . . . you can burn them off early.

And as far as fast food goes, you wouldn't believe how much weight I lost just by quiting it COLD TURKEY! I'm also surprised that they suggested fast food as a lunch meal. You don't always have to believe what you read.

[ramanth]

Wow - 10 pounds that quick!!! You must have really cut your calories!!! Congrats to you! You should be proud to wear that dress now!!! You might have to get it taken up!!!

Thanks! Instead of consuming the limit, I tend to stay under. Plus I've been drinking nothing but water these past few weeks. I haven't had soda in a long time.

If you want to count calories, I hear this is a good website. Especially if you have to have that fast food fix.

http://www.CalorieKing.com

[christa]

Thanks! Instead of consuming the limit, I tend to stay under. Plus I've been drinking nothing but water these past few weeks. I haven't had soda in a long time.

If you want to count calories, I hear this is a good website. Especially if you have to have that fast food fix.

http://www.CalorieKing.com

I'm glad you mentioned CalorieKing.com . . . It's actually on my Internet Explorer Toolbar! I love that website! Use it all the time! It's the best way to find out what you putting into what you're cooking. I look up the nutritional values for every ingredient on Calorie King if I'm breaking it down - which we do quite often. It's very helpful!

And also glad to hear you say you've given up soda. That is GREAT! Hard to do but great! I also gave up soda cold turkey 2 years ago. Now I just drink water . . . I also drink juice occasionally . . . I drink gatorade a few times a week . . . Love Crystal Lite . . . but mostly water.

[ramanth]

I actually have never craved soda. I know some people that have to have caffiene ever day, be it a soda or coffee, but I've never been that way. I'll be filling my mug with ice water while coworkers are downing the java.

If anything, I miss my mugs of hot tea. I have some OJ in the fridge too, but I've only been drinking small glasses on occasion. All the wedding websites swear that drinking lots of water prior to the wedding will make your skin look nice. So that's what I'm shooting for.

[carole]

I really do understand how much more difficult it is to loose weight when you are taking medication, especially if it is the type that either makes you feel hungry or just put on weight regardless, I too have had to take medication which makes me hungry and it really makes the battle all that much harder indeed,but depending on the type of medication you are on, it can be done,but yep it is a real battle and twice as hard, anyone in this situation has my empathy. one just feels despondent and the vicious cycle begins yet again.

[christa]

Carol: I can see how that would make things harder. I have never been in that situation . . . The only advice I could give is to be aware of exactly WHAT you are eating. If you are eating more, make sure it is something that your body can use, instead of store. Just don't eat junk . . . know what I mean? How did you get through it, Carol? You said you've had to deal with that situation???

Kimmy: I don't really crave caffine either (I know people that do!) . . . I do have a cup of coffee *every morning* though . . . that is really more of a Migraine Control Technique for me though. I never really even liked coffee until I started getting migraines, but you'll do anything to prevent those babies!

Glad to hear that you're drinking so much water! For your skin to!!! I wish more people would drink more water. I hate hearing "I HATE the taste of water!" Um . . . okay, it really doesn't have a taste . . . it's just refreshing & cold and wet . . . why does everything have to taste like something? LOL

Drink your water, everyone!!!