Iluvcheezits Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 I am beyond nervous about this but I've said it out loud to my friends and family so I'm all in. I have 40 pounds to lose but it isnt about that. It's about breaking the hold that food has on me right now. I feel like I've been a slave to it for way too long, and if I'm going to start my weight loss journey I have to become the "boss of me"! Loving everything I've read in my books and on these sites. Wishing the BEST of luck to fellow Januarywhole30 peeps!! I have GHEE for pete's sake!!! I am ready!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drbullhop Posted December 30, 2015 Share Posted December 30, 2015 I'm starting the whole30 Jan 3rd as well! My trainer had me do a whole15 a few months back but I'm committed to doing the whole30! I have about 25 pounds to loose and I MuST figure out what is causing me to have 4-5 day long headaches! I think it's dairy! Good luck and let's kick some whole30 butt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmckee Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Hi! I'm also starting on Jan 3rd with a friend. Bit of a random start date, but this was the best time due to social commitments. I've never tried a whole30 before, but have had short periods of time, a week here or there where I've done it. A very stressful job role now means that I've really neglected my health the past few months, and I'm desperate to get back on track. I'm doing the whole30 in the UK, and it can be quite difficult to find some of the products, so Sunday meal prep is essential for me!! Good luck everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninetoze Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 I've got me ghee, too! My first Whole30 starts Friday. Wishing you much success! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhMie523 Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 I am finally going to commit to start my whole 30 on the 3rd also. This has been at least a year in the making. The total amount I want to lose is 60lbs but this is not just what this is about that. I have a chronic illness and a small child that I want to live and be healthy for. So praying for strength for myself and wishing you all good luck!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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found.in.nature Posted December 31, 2015 Share Posted December 31, 2015 Hey guys!!! We have an awesome group going for people starting in January! We'd love for you to join us here - http://forum.whole30.com/topic/32776-calling-all-january-1st-whole30ers/We'll help each other through the process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcheezits Posted December 31, 2015 Author Share Posted December 31, 2015 Hi! I'm also starting on Jan 3rd with a friend. Bit of a random start date, but this was the best time due to social commitments. I've never tried a whole30 before, but have had short periods of time, a week here or there where I've done it. A very stressful job role now means that I've really neglected my health the past few months, and I'm desperate to get back on track. I'm doing the whole30 in the UK, and it can be quite difficult to find some of the products, so Sunday meal prep is essential for me!! Good luck everyone! I learned through Pinterest that you can get a TON of stuff on Amazon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never2late Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 I don't know what happened to my key board, but I too am going to start on January 3rd. We have a family dinner and it can be too hard to start with the last temtation of all the great food, (plus, I blew it today.) I did one before but I didn't reintroduce the foods properly. So that is my goal. Plus, i need to get rid of my chronic inflammation. Good luck to everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starbuck Posted January 2, 2016 Share Posted January 2, 2016 Hello from New South Wales. I am starting tomorrow 3rd January. Did the weekly shop today. Lots of Grass fed meat from Aldi and plenty of colourful vegetables. Minimal fruit for me as I am a sugar addict. This will be my first official Whole 30 but I have played around with it for a few months. I have been Pepsi Max free for last two days in preparation for the start as I am concerned that I will miss it terribly as that has been my "go to" drug of choice when I am craving sugar. I am looking forward to following everyones journey. I don't have a lot of weight to lose. probably about 7-8kg but I have noticed more and more that sugar makes me so tired that I need to nap and bread makes me feel really down. Luckily I recognise the signs now and know what I need to do. Good luck everyone :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjmom0216 Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 Hi!! I was going to start tomorrow, the 4th, but went ahead and started today! I think I'm most nervous about not having dairy. I love cheese and yogurt, so I'm slightly apprehensive about excluding it from my diet for the next 30 days! But, I'm going to stay focused, and try and tell myself all the reasons I'm doing this! Which of course are for weight loss, but also to see if it will help alleviate headaches, adult onset acne issues, and possibly help stabilize anxiety issues. Good luck to everyone...Stay focused on the good food!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primalamy Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 I'm starting today too! I was originally going to start on the 1st, but some stuff came up. I already premade salad stuff, beef stir fry and some chicken. I also going to make a pressure cooker stew and hard boil some eggs today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primalamy Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I also ended up making some pork sausages and curry spiral potatoes. I ate the stir fry for breakfast, the sausages for lunch and the potatoes and chicken for dinner. Hope everyone had a good day one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never2late Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I had too much wine and cake that beginning today was the best thing I could have done!! Tomorrow I small get my soup and egg casserole make my life easier. 29 more days!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praxisproject Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 Hello from New South Wales. I am starting tomorrow 3rd January. Did the weekly shop today. Lots of Grass fed meat from Aldi and plenty of colourful vegetables. Minimal fruit for me as I am a sugar addict. This will be my first official Whole 30 but I have played around with it for a few months. I have been Pepsi Max free for last two days in preparation for the start as I am concerned that I will miss it terribly as that has been my "go to" drug of choice when I am craving sugar. G'day Starbuck, you'll find a few Aussies around here I'm an ex-Diet Coke & Pepsi Max addict and you can do it! You can get some great tasty mineral waters to help you kick your habit. http://shop.coles.com.au/online/national/schweppes-natural-infused-lime-mineral-water - This one comes in Lime, Peach, Mandarin and Raspberry (I love Mandarin best). There's one from Mount Franklin as well http://www.coca-colajourney.com.au/brands/mount-franklin-lightly-sparkling/mount-franklin-lightly-wild-berry comes in Berry, Lime, Lemon and I think the Raspberry & Lemon is discontinued (I can't get it anymore here). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephilderton Posted January 4, 2016 Share Posted January 4, 2016 I began my first Whole 30 yesterday, too. High fives to everyone! On day 2, what are your immediate thoughts/concerns? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primalamy Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Today I was craving ice cream and a glass of wine. Breakfast was a hard boiled egg, sausage, curry potatoes and some homemade ketchup. Lunch was beef stew. Dinner was a big chicken salad with carrots, celery, tomatoes, almonds, bell peppers, pickled beets, dried cherries and homemade creamy Italian dressing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
never2late Posted January 5, 2016 Share Posted January 5, 2016 Giving up wine will be tough in social situations but I have a bet that I can do this. Competition always works with me.☺ O Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcheezits Posted January 5, 2016 Author Share Posted January 5, 2016 I began my first Whole 30 yesterday, too. High fives to everyone! On day 2, what are your immediate thoughts/concerns? I'm really liking the food and the current feeling of empowerment! I'm very excited to think that I am going to take back control. I am terrifed about the wall Im sure is on its way and I'm just so worried I won't be strong enough to say no to the temptations! BUT for now day 2 down right?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primalamy Posted January 6, 2016 Share Posted January 6, 2016 Day 3 is done! For breakfast I had sausages, hard boiled eggs and tomatoes tossed in olive oil and salt. Lunch was leftover stew. Dinner was a salad, then a chicken, zucchini and mushroom stir fry topped with tomato sauce and cashews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcheezits Posted January 6, 2016 Author Share Posted January 6, 2016 Is anyone else feeling like a bloated toad? I feel distended! BUT YES day 3 down!! P.S. I made my own breakfast sausage and shaped into small patties using 2 lbs of sausage and they are lasting me all week!! Really good recipe on Pinterest http://www.primalpalate.com/paleo-recipe/breakfast-sausages/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephilderton Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 Not feeling bloated, but man oh man am I struggling with obsessing about food! It doesn't help that every other commercial on tv is about some weight loss plan. Yuck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
primalamy Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 I was hardcore craving sugar today. Preplanning my meals and cooking ahead is definitely helping. I am currently marinating turkey wings in olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic and paprika for tomorrow. For breakfast I fried up some onions and potatoes in avocado oil and had those with sausages and eggs. Lunch was more potatoes with chicken and zucchini. Dinner was a big salmon salad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iluvcheezits Posted January 7, 2016 Author Share Posted January 7, 2016 I made up 3 pounds of skirt steak last night. (Fajita meat) I've had it with sliced avocado (last night) and eggs this AM. I'll probably use it for a salad tomorrow too. I'm concerned about porttion control...I'm not trying to go crazy, but I'm not being that careful either. They said not to count calories though - hope I'm not taking that the wrong way. For cravings I've been FORCING myself to walk, do dishes etc. when a craving pops up. I basically make myself physically stand up and go do something, I feel its helped a little. Have you guys seen Nom Nom Paleo's cracklin chicken? Holy moly its good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted January 7, 2016 Administrators Share Posted January 7, 2016 I'm concerned about porttion control...I'm not trying to go crazy, but I'm not being that careful either. They said not to count calories though Check out the meal template below if you haven't already. Protein portions are 1-2 palms worth. That's teh length, thickness and width of your own palm. Fat portions are 1-2 thumbs of something like cooking oil, mayo, ghee etc. Half or a whole avocado or 1-2 open handfuls of olives would be fat servings also. Veggies are basically unlimited but the recommendation is 1-3 cups (1 is fine, 2 is good, 3+ is optimal). Starchy veggies would be a fist sized serving at least once a day to start and then tweak up or down from there. The best way to determine if you are eating too much or too little is to check in with yourself. If you are making it 4-5 hours between meals comfortably, you're all set. If you're starved after 3 hours, eat more next time. If you're stuffed 7 hours later, scale back. And of course, never eat less than the minimum recommendations on the template. Does that help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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