Getting back into it

[HeathenPlayingHouse]

Hello all!

I started back on Keto around 10 days ago for weight loss/fertility issues. Thanks to initial water loss, I dropped 6lbs last week- many more to go though! 😂

I can just imagine the look on my DP's face if I told him about the snack I just had- leftover roast chicken bits with some cheese and a tablespoon on schmaltz 😍

I thought I'd introduce myself on here for some accountability and (hopefully) support.

Hope everyone is doing well x

Afternoon to anyone reading!

Week 2 of Keto finished and I've lost another 2lbs.

The old me would get disheartened because it wasn't at least 4, but I'm reminding myself that it's taken a long time to put my weight on, so I shouldn't be surprised if it takes a while to come off again!

I realised after my last post that I hadn't actually put any stats down, so here they are:

SW: 20.0
CW: 19.6
GW: 12.7

I have mini goal weights in mind, the first of which is around 17st- that's the weight I was when I got pregnant with DS, and we're currently TTC2.

I'm feeling pretty good about things, hopefully that continues! Mostly I find that as long as I'm somewhat organised, then I can keep on track.

Hope everyone is having a good day x

Morning all 😁

Weigh in day today and I lost another 4lbs 🎉 It was a nice surprise, especially since I had a bit of a wobble yesterday and ate 2 bourbon biscuits!

I feel like I'm getting into the mindset of Keto becoming routine, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't have any struggles with it. I'm always trying to think of substitutes to make things seem 'normal' to me- I want to eat low carb, but not feel like I'm eating any differently.

I ordered some stuff online to try, so hopefully they'll turn up soon- I'm particularly excited to try low carb wraps because I'm a fiend for Mexican food! I wish I could say I had more energy, but I guess that will just take time.

SW: 20.0
CW: 19.2
GW: 12.7

On to week 4, onwards and (hopefully) downwards.

Morning ☺️

Weeks 4 and 5 down! Week 4 was hard, mainly because it felt like I was being so strict and yet my weight stayed the same.

The old me would have gotten so disheartened and thought "why bother?", using it as an excuse to binge. But I just don't want that for myself anymore. I've been coming to a lot of realisations over the last few weeks, mainly regarding myself and how I've been ignoring my own needs.

I've always been heavier, but I used to take care of myself more. Then I had a baby, followed by lockdown (where I think a lot of us got complacent), and since then I've just been surviving day to day between working full time and my son's special needs. I'm realising that in order to take the best care of him, I need to find time to take care of myself too- I need to be there for him for a long time, and I can't do that if I'm constantly burnt out.

So onwards into Week 5, and this was the week where I've been trying new things. I bought a load of stuff to try from Skinny Food Co, some are good and others I probably won't buy again.
I've been experimenting with some new recipes- courgette hash browns worked well, Keto porridge didn't.

And I treated myself to something I've been wanting for a while but wouldn't buy because it seemed so frivolous- a Mac lipstick in Russian Red, I don't even wear makeup most days! 😂

I'm still struggling with cravings here and there, but they're much easier to deal with. Partly because I try to fit them into my day rather than letting it all go to pot. If I want a biscuit, then fine- I can have 1 and adjust my daily carb allowance for it. My progress will not be erased by a wobble.

This way of thinking seems to be helping, as I lost another 4lbs this week 😁 That's 16lbs in total, and has taken be down into the 18s bracket 🎉

SW: 20.0
CW: 18.12
GW: 12.7

To anyone reading, have a good week!

👍 well done

Hi @HeathenPlayingHouse
I just want to say congratulations on embracing the ketogenic lifestyle. I hope it serves you well and you reach your desired goals.

I have been following this lifestyle for almost 15 weeks now and I can honestly say, it has been a very beneficial change to my life.
I have lost 15.9kgs in total and have added walking to my daily routine to ensure I remain active and exceed 10,000 steps.

As the weeks went by, I constantly changed my keto routine to keep my body guessing what was coming next.
I am pleased to say, I have now met my goal weight and now do alternate Day fasting combined with the keto lifestyle. I do have days where I may feel like a sweet treat but I do not let this undo my progress. Thankfully I can say I continue with my keto habits even if one day has seen me eat something non keto.

I found myself watching videos on YouTube for motivation to stick with Keto in the early days.

Well done on your progress so far. It sounds like you are getting into the hang of the keto lifestyle.

That's fantastic progress well done! 😃

Thank you. I am now just focusing on changing my relationship with food and making sure I don't end up where I was 16 weeks ago. My vice is sweets and chocolate rather that food itself but I have noticed while I follow Keto this seems to be fine up until the week before my period is due. I have learnt to listen to my body and I give it the sweets and chocolate for the few days and then go straight back to Keto when the few days pass. With alternate Day fasting it helps me remain in a calorie deficit for the week and on my "feast days" I don't over eat as ai prioritise protein.

@queenofthebongo what's your story?

Thank you all ❤️ It feels good to get back on the self care track.

@HeathenPlayingHouse hey not sure if you want randoms jumping on or a cheerleader!? - I am TTC2 as well, been diagnosed with PCOS and my BMI is high. I’d like to lose at least 2 stone (dream would be 3) by low carb / keto as possible 🙂

I managed low carb for my wedding but I know of so many great success stories if I went fully keto for this attempt.
im starting today and will check in if you’re still on your journey too - good luck and well done so far!

@longingtobe23 Either is fine with me! I just like being able to talk about it outside of IRL- I'm very conscious of the fact that it might be boring to others 😂

That's great that your making a fresh start- maybe we can cheer each other on?

Had my weigh in today, and I'm not sure I trust the result- I think I probably need new scales.
At first, they said that I'd put on 3lbs, but when I rechecked it then said I'd lost 1lb. I went with the loss since it was only small, but still- I'm feeling a bit paranoid now.

Overall, the week has been ok. I've found that I really don't have a huge appetite early on in the day anymore, I much prefer to just graze on a few nuts until lunch. I need to find a decent source of fibre, since my stomach has been upset lately.

I had a bad day on Friday- I was feeling so stressed out, I actually ate bread. So you can see why I'm hesitant to believe the loss 😂 The rest of the weekend went a lot better, but it showed me just how easy it can be to fall back into old habits. At the same time, it also felt easy starting fresh the next morning and sticking to my limits.

I'll always have an emotional response to food, but I think I'm being kinder to myself- remembering that just because I wander off the track, it's no excuse to give up on the whole journey.

SW: 20.0
CW: 18.11
GW: 12.7

@HeathenPlayingHouse well done it can be hard to see consistent loss but when your a few weeks in even maintaining is fantastic! Yes I've never shared weight loss on here but I think if I do it behind the scenes from friends and fam for myself I might feel more fire in my belly to continue and surprise them 🎉
I hope to see some big jumps across aug and September but know as I lose it gets tougher.. my birthday is October and I'd love to see 1 stone gone in two months!
I'll be weighing on Mondays and I'll start sharing from then! Here if you need motivation I'll try my best 😁

Hope you're doing well @longingtobe23!

I meant to check in last week but time kinda got away from me. I ended up losing 1.5lbs last week, so that was good, but then we had last week 🙈

It was my birthday so I dipped a toe off the wagon and ended up falling right off! I'm not going to beat myself up about it, because I know it's a blip and I can get myself back on track- I'm nowhere near where I was at the start, but I have put a few pounds back on. I'm hoping that maybe AF has contributed to that too though 😂

One good thing is that I'm craving lighter food right now, I'm salivating over the memory of feta stuffed cherry peppers from Costco or a big crunchy salad with honey mustard dressing. Or maybe that's just wistful longing for the summer that seems to have bypassed us completely!

SW: 20.0
CW: 19.1
GW: 12.7

@HeathenPlayingHouse happy belated birthday!! Can't beat a Costco spree...
I also lost about 2-3lbs varies daily haha but can't seem to jump doen yet.

I am waiting until my son is back to school to kick it up a gear as I have the struggles on constant snacks and high carb kiddy dinners temptation!!

I have a bday goal of 10lbs down by October 15th!! Might be a touch unrealistic but I find a set goal always helps me!

@longingtobe23 That's brilliant progress, well done!

I know what you mean about them going back to school, I think routine definitely helps. I think that's why this week went awry, since I didn't have the routine of work to keep me distracted.

That sounds like a good target, you're right that having a goal helps to keep you motivated. I've got a wedding to go to the day before that, so I'll keep that weekend as a goal with you!

@HeathenPlayingHouse sounds perfect! I think it’s 6 weeks or just under - 7-10lbs will feel great!
i will keep you updated and get my stats on here next week if I lose again! 😊

@HeathenPlayingHouse feeling like I’ve stumbled at the first hurdle after two nights away in London and over doing it 😭

hope you’re doing better than I am! Onwards and upwards I’m praying from here no more distractions!

@longingtobe23 A few stumbles are to be expected, I know I'll have some coming up when I'm away for a hen weekend! As long as we keep going, we can get there!

I've been all over the shop this week, I think I've been struggling to get back into a routine after taking the previous week off. Somehow I managed to lose 1lb despite this, which I'm so grateful for. Right now I'm trying to look at my overall habits, and what I can improve. I have a few health issues, thankfully nothing major but still noticeably affecting my daily life. The biggest problems I deal with (TMI but indigestion and constipation) can both be helped to a certain degree by changes to my diet.

One of my biggest issues is pop, I can't seem to stop drinking it which I know is only a bigger sign that I'm addicted. Every week I say I'm going to give it up, I'm usually met with eye rolls from my partner which makes me even more determined!

I'm also trying to up my fibre intake since veg on its own doesn't seem to be helping me. Right now I'm trialling chia seed pudding with flax meal for breakfast, hopefully that will have an effect so I won't have to add more meds to my daily routine- I'm already at risk of rattling as it is! 😂

SW: 20.0
CW: 19.0
GW: 12.7

Hope your week is going well x

@HeathenPlayingHouse i actually have had my official kick up the bum because an op I’ve been waiting for since Feb is booked for just after my birthday in October … Finally double motivation!!

i find Coke Zero my enemy also! I try to have just one (as a treat!) and never have it in the house just when I’m out and about.

but original coke on holiday is my fave 😅 it’s gross amount of sugar and cals to waste I know but sooooo good ice cold in a can… I’m not helping I know but you truly only live once lol

saving as a treat is good if it is full fat, but the zero and no cal stuff I say knock yourself out just don’t count it as fluid intake … only measure water I was told by a PT moons ago!

I also suffer with gut / toilet problems and am super irregular (actually seeing GP about this too!) but you’re right diet can help this but finding out what you can and can’t is a tricky balance… I don’t eat white bread anymore (cry) as that was a trigger for me!

@HeathenPlayingHouse …. Well it’s been a minute

hope you’re doing okay!
I have managed to keep at it and I’m pleased to say I am 10lb down - going for a stone soon I hope.

Its helped I have had a operation booked for me that I’d love to be a bit leaner for, so it’s a kick up the arse.
do let me know if you’re doing okay I always find someone to share with a motivation but understand if you don’t hah 🙂🙂

@longingtobe23 That's brilliant, well done!

I'm sorry for the long break with no update! I had every intention of getting back on track last Monday after my weekend away, but I brought the flu home with me 🙈

I've been feeling very sorry for myself this last week, so basically not caring what I eat. I must not have gone too crazy though, asi managed to lose another 3lbs 🎉

I'm still taking it easy this week, mostly because shortness of breath is my bigger concern right now. But I'll get back into it. And in the meantime, you're doing great- I'm cheering for you!

SW: 20.0
CW: 18.11
GW: 12.7

@HeathenPlayingHouse I am just managing to keep the same at the moment ... run up to my operation so I hope some more weight drops off before 17th! But nonetheless.... still about 11lb down and not going back up so I'll take it.

I would like to be a stone down for this op.
Then a further before Christmas but where is the time going!!

How are you doing !! Very well done for keeping going when life gets in the way 😁

Hey @longingtobe23, you're doing great!

I'm doing ok thanks, although low carb eating is kinda off the agenda right now as I found out that I'm pregnant.

I'll keep cheering you on from the sidelines though! X