Re: Jojovera's Journey

Jojovera Thu Nov 22, 2012 3:23 pm

Day 12

RECAP DAY 11:
L: 5B apple
D: Snickers

EXPECTATIONS
Since I can't predict exactly much fat I'll lose each week, I can't tell how long it'll take me to lose all the weight. It could be 4, 6, or even 8 months (any longer than that and I'm wasting time). It all depends on my actions and my body's responses. I shouldn't be dragging out this diet b/c it "AIN'T" fun!!! Everyday is a struggle, torture even.

Although I don't expect to lose everyday, I do expect to lose fat EVERY week! I must get smaller from week to week, even if it's by 2.5 pounds. I should at the very LEAST, lose 10lbs every 4 weeks or else there's no point. I have 83.4lbs to lose.

I'm committed; til health will I part from this diet!

TODAY'S PLAN

L:5B home fries
D: 5B medley

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Jojovera Fri Nov 23, 2012 1:46 pm

Day 13

Yesterday was a bust. The holidays are an emotional battlefield.

EXPERIMENT
Giving 5BD another go (in tweaked form).

No one knows better than me that the best diet is a sustainable diet. If I'm jumping off and on the wagon, I'm not going to sustain weight loss...I need to pick one way and stick with it long term. I don't know if 5BD is sustainable long term, so many are struggling to stay on plan...
I've revised it to suit my needs: 4bitesx4meals. There's an 80 bite weight loss plan, but that's too loose for me.
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username Fri Nov 23, 2012 6:25 pm

Yes, just keep at it any way you can!
I think your plan sounds like a good idea--it's way less than most of the population eats anyways...

ElleBella Sat Nov 24, 2012 12:55 am

I think it is a great idea.. I have the app for the 80 bite diet.. I think it good for 2lb a week they say.. I do when I can a mod versions of 30 bites a day.. what every way I want it.. so go for what fits you.. you will do very well!! bounce

Jojovera Sat Nov 24, 2012 2:20 am

Thanks ladies! Good luck five biting!

Jojovera Sat Nov 24, 2012 1:21 pm

Day 14

I felt less anxious and "normal" yesterday, not like I was on a diet. My portions were still scanty yet having 2 additional meals helped ease the burden of depravity.

I'm giving my body time to adjust to the new way of eating so weigh in day is Sunday December 2nd and I expect to weigh at most 190lbs.
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ElleBella Sat Nov 24, 2012 4:50 pm

:bounce:

Yay what a great feeling .. back in control bounce

Snow White Sat Nov 24, 2012 7:10 pm

I'd like to see you weighing daily just so I can see your progress. I know some people get weirded out by the scale, but it really can be a motivational tool. Also, I am personally really curious if the 4 bites 4 times a day is working for you.

About what you said in an earlier post...I promise you your body will respond. That has never been a problem on this diet! The problem is obeying it and being in total submission to it. Jumping on and off of it prolongs the torture and I have become a master at this. I have really serious issues with food and toggle between compulsive overeating, and a mild form of bulimia, and this and other diets. I have started gaining back weight that I have lost and I really need to get a handle on this immediately. Like you said and like I have said in the past, you just need to be consistent and the weight loss will come.

Good luck on your journey and please think about what I said about posting your weight more often if not for yourself, but to help others remain motivated.

Hugs,
Snow

Jojovera Mon Nov 26, 2012 2:08 pm

@Snow White: It got really hard on 5BD so I was willing to try anything else. I gained weight, but I'm still smaller than when I started. Eating 4 bites lends itself to overeating. I don't know if I'm strong enough to stick to 5BD, but I'll try. I'll try earnestly!

Jojovera Mon Nov 26, 2012 2:12 pm

Day 15
:p

Day 16 (198.4)
L: 1/2 grapefruit
D: chicken & rice

Getting to my goal weight will be my greatest accomplishment!
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ElleBella Tue Nov 27, 2012 3:11 am

Girl I would starve on a half a grapefruit.. Razz

do not know how you do it!! Wow..

Jojovera Tue Nov 27, 2012 9:08 am

Lol. I eat it with some sweetened milk. It actually helps to cut my appetite and I sure need the help. Embarassed

Jojovera Tue Nov 27, 2012 3:19 pm

Day 17 (196.6)

Okay back on track...
L:1/2 grapefruit & sweetened milk
D: medley

ElleBella Tue Nov 27, 2012 6:51 pm

Good Job.. cheers

Jojovera Wed Nov 28, 2012 4:07 pm

Day 18 (195.6)

I'm excited to see the changes in my body in 4 weeks. Gotta stay on plan!
L: 1/2 sweetened grapefruit
D: ? 5B medley
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ElleBella Wed Nov 28, 2012 8:38 pm

You are doing so great.. Im happy you joined the challenge.. Yay!! you are going to be smocking hot 20lbs down!!!

Jojovera Wed Nov 28, 2012 11:22 pm

Lmbo, I can't wait! You're going to look fabulous too! Very Happy

ElleBella Thu Nov 29, 2012 12:08 am

Thank you

Snow White Thu Nov 29, 2012 2:50 am

What was your starting weight? I like to keep a running total especially when I'm on GOOD streak...it helps keep me motivated.

Jojovera Thu Nov 29, 2012 2:54 am

I was 202 when I started.

Jojovera Thu Nov 29, 2012 3:35 pm

Day 19 (194.2)

L: yogurt, grapefruit & lettuce sandwich wrap
D: cabbage w/ fish, starchy veggie & 1/2 tangerine

I'm praying for restraint during dinner.
I'm going walking today to an appointment, maybe I'll burn some extra calories...
Tomorrow I will begin a modified "primal" way of eating (I'd give up dairy, grains & beans/legumes- except on special occasions)...I'll still be 5 biting of course.

ElleBella Thu Nov 29, 2012 9:34 pm

That is mainly low carb.. it can keep you fuller longer.. Good luck bounce

Jojovera Thu Nov 29, 2012 11:58 pm

Idk, I love carbs!! I don't know how others do it.

username Fri Nov 30, 2012 12:16 am

you're doing so well! way to stick to it. I'm so bad about sneaking extra bites.

Jojovera Fri Nov 30, 2012 1:17 am

I'm not so great, sometimes you should see the size of my bites Embarassed

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