Moving On!

Week 21 - 77.8 pounds lost!

I have had some twists and turns this week - started out deciding that I was going to go the whole 24 weeks allowed on the full fast.  However, that thought has evolved this week.

Last week when I overdid the one hour exercise limit, I ended up with a zero loss for the first time ever!   So that has been a factor in my thinking this week - I'd like to exercise more and even lift weights, which I am instructed not to do on this very low calorie program - something about not taking in enough calories to build muscle and the possibility of harming existing muscle.

I succumbed to an especially bad day on day 2 of this week, and ended up eating some nuts, raisins, and and a tuna sandwich.  Not terrible, I know, but still.

I then got back on the full fast bandwagon for the next three days, taking me to yesterday, where I had a watershed moment.  I really am craving food - I want protein and veggies!  I think I've made a decision to either go on the moderate fast or transfer to the full food 'Lean' program offered by the clinic.  I am thinking right now that I cannot tolerate the shakes any more - five months seems long enough to be on the shakes.

I have taken off a good amount of the total weight that I want to lose, and I am grateful.  However, I'm ready to eat healthfully and exercise to get in shape!  I started on my own today with lettuce, tomatoes, some zero calorie vinaigrette, and some sliced turkey.

I am eager to go to the clinic tomorrow to discuss it with the Dr.  I don't really anticipate a loss, I may even end up with a gain (If you recall, I went on the moderate fast for only four days while on vacation, and I gained .8/LB, which is normal when one transitions and your body adjusts to the food, usually retaining some water) BUT I remain positive and ready to continue losing weight and moving towards my final goal.

Will you stay with me and listen to my story?