wmeller Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 I have lost over 100 pounds following another diet program but I am struggling and have been for the last year. I have gained almost 30 pounds back and I hate where I am at! I'm tired of feeling like a slug and lately I am not sleeping. My running is suffering and I am crabby all the time and emotional. I have been reading about this the last few days and I have decided, despite going on vacation in 2 weeks and not much support from my family. I am going to start on Monday! I am going to clean out my fridge and pantry, go shopping this weekend and prepare to start. This last week I have been drinking my coffee without any sweet n low, which is a miracle within itself, and I am getting use to it! I pray that I can do this! I need to do this! I have to stop the cravings, it's not just a few chips, it's the whole bag. It needs to change and I need to make this change for me and only me! I need to gain control back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szqnva Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Hi! I can totally relate to your problem with cravings...I'm a carb/sugar addict!! I'm starting on July 4th, but just wanted to say "welcome"!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephpablo Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I'm starting Tuesday. So scared!! Have gained 20 pounds since last summer. Drinking to much wine and very stressed. Need a healthy recharge. Don't love sweets. But love my wine and chips. Feeling very down and gross. Let's do it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReillysMom Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Hi All: I just finished the book and want to start this. I have some knee pain and a cold and am not sure what day this week to start. I know from the book that it's important to prepare, and I need to create my meal plan. Here's wishing you, me and all of us all the best to really do this. Would love any inspiration.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janpuzzle Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I am also starting on Monday. I have done the whole30 a couple of times in the last few years and eat fairly well most of the time. However, I have let sugar creep back into my life and can feel the bloat and the cravings. I want to get back on track and lose about 10lb, but more importantly I want to be free of cravings and hunger. I may be able to help a little as I have done this before, I would recommend the emails you can sign up to. Good luck everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
50andup Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Hello, I'm starting on 6/20/16 also. It will be fun to do this together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnsun4 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 I am happy to see so many starting now! It would be great to all be on it together and starting the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishi Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Hi all! I too will start again on 6/20! I did my first whole 30 not too long ago and learned so much about myself! Lost some weight too!! I'm starting again to help solidify the healthy eating habits. I didn't exercise much the first go so my goal is to work in that as well. Being a part of the forum last time REALLY helped keep me dedicated and on track so I'm looking forward to your recipes, your sharing, and to us making this journey together! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cattylou Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 My partner and I are starting on 6/20 as well! We have been planning and already cooking some Whole 30 meals and cutting back on sugar and grains/bread. My partner has psoriasis really bad on her legs and it is already clearing up just from the reduction of processed sugar and grains (or so we think, it's the only thing she's changed in the last week!) So, while I was the one initially all gung ho about this, she is already seeing the benefits and is really excited about starting as well....I look forward to hearing how all of us are doing as we get further into this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charityb268 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Im in! I made it three days last week but also had big plans in the city over the weekend. I can honestly say in those 3 days I had begun to feel better. However on friday I started getting really weak midafternoon. I think thats why I gave up a little easier. However I am back on board today!!! Has anyone else experienced weakness from doing this before? Good luck everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KateRT192 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 Hi Everyone! I started yesterday (the 19th) and it's also my first time. I too have huge issues with sugar cravings and I am sick of feeling tired so much! Looking forward to seeing some results and learning some new recipes. Yesterday I made homemade mayo, pesto and sausage meat - all of them were tastier than shop bought so feeling quite positive so far. It'd be great to hear how you're all doing throughout the next 30 days and to all motivate each other where needed! Kate, Scotland Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staggolee41 Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 I'm starting today too! Though the incredible amount of prep required has me almost ready to quit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJSmadhatter Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 I'm starting today too! Though the incredible amount of prep required has me almost ready to quit... It is daunting at first but as you go along you will get the hang of it. Pick a day that you have time off to do the prep. Getting rid of the things you can't eat can be hard if you are living with someone not doing it. With me we designated shelves in the cupboard and fridge for my brothers stuff and mine. That is helpful. You can do it. It is just changing the way you look at getting your food for the week. Figure out what you want to make ahead and what you can make as you go. Emergency food is very helpful too. Things that you can do quickly. Let me know if I can help. I just posted a whole thing on my grocery and prep on Strength in Numbers feed if you want to look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishi Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 I'm starting today too! Though the incredible amount of prep required has me almost ready to quit... I know exactly how you feel but trust that you'll get the hang of it! With my first whole30 I stressed over having all these "elaborate" meals and sauces like in the book. I would never had stuck with that because that's not how I ate before. My grab and go simply had to shift from grabbing fast food and junk to grabbing pre-hardboiled eggs, a container of steamed kale, cans of tuna or chicken, etc. It got so that I always had a roasted sweet potato in the fridge and homemade mayo ready for impromptu salads. I chop veggies on Saturday that I know I can toss in with burger patties, eggs, or salads through the week. You will find your go to meals! But if you find the secret to less dishes, let me know. I haven't worked out that yet haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators ladyshanny Posted June 21, 2016 Administrators Share Posted June 21, 2016 Im in! I made it three days last week but also had big plans in the city over the weekend. I can honestly say in those 3 days I had begun to feel better. However on friday I started getting really weak midafternoon. I think thats why I gave up a little easier. However I am back on board today!!! Has anyone else experienced weakness from doing this before? Good luck everyone! Hi Charity, Weakness is usually a sign of not eating enough during the day or even in the previous days. It can also be from not drinking enough water or not salting your food. Take a read of the meal template linked in my siggie below and make all your meals match so that they sustain you for 4-5 hours. 1-2 palms protein, 1-3 cups veggies and 1-2 servings of fat. If you would like to post your three days of food last week, we can take a look and see if there are any tweaks that you can make to better ensure your success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staggolee41 Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 I know exactly how you feel but trust that you'll get the hang of it! With my first whole30 I stressed over having all these "elaborate" meals and sauces like in the book. I would never had stuck with that because that's not how I ate before. My grab and go simply had to shift from grabbing fast food and junk to grabbing pre-hardboiled eggs, a container of steamed kale, cans of tuna or chicken, etc. It got so that I always had a roasted sweet potato in the fridge and homemade mayo ready for impromptu salads. I chop veggies on Saturday that I know I can toss in with burger patties, eggs, or salads through the week. You will find your go to meals! But if you find the secret to less dishes, let me know. I haven't worked out that yet haha. Thanks, Mishi! This helps a lot. I spent more hours Sunday than I want to admit forcing my kitchen to be just like what the book prescribed, and... I was beyond frustrated and missing sleep. I couldn't believe a) how much time it took to write a shopping list and go to the store, how many dishes I had at the end, or c) how much time it took to actually do everything. Oh, and d) how many recipes were required (seems like every recipe tells you to see page XXX for yet another recipe). Fast-forward to today, I'm so over that. I've come to realize that while the book has a lot of good information, it's not the end-all, be-all, and the only way I'm going to be able to make it the 30 days is to do it my way. I am still figuring out what that looks like, but your suggestions are helping. I'm remembering how much I love to have eggs and avocado on my burgers, so maybe a little ground beef with a couple fried eggs and avocado slices would make a great breakfast. My concern is that I won't balance the meals as well as the recipes do, and I tend to overcompensate when I diet and go a little too hardcore. I lost something like 50-60 pounds over a few months a few years back when I restricted my fat intake to proteins. Then... when my work schedule went from 40 hours to 80, the old habits came back, and so did the weight. Anyway, it seems really important that there's a good balance of protein, fat, fruit/vegetables, etc in every meal, but we're not supposed to be counting, so... I'm working on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mishi Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 How's everyone doing?! I'm working through a record number of office birthdays and potlucks haha. I've gotten a bit sneaky and have just told people that I have to watch my sugar intake when cake gets shoved at me. Out of social kindness, no one asks more about my medical history so they just nod and move on so I can nurse my coconut coffee in peace hahaha. Safe! On the plus side, I've started working in walks through the work day (it's 900 degrees outside btw) and have even gotten some co-workers to join in! Here's to continuing on!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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