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25 February 2019

Took a rest day yesterday and the scale this morning was ridiculous. I will not post it today, but will post whatever it reflects tomorrow morning. I am pretty sure the 'off day' has allowed my muscles to really retain some water to rest and repair. That retention really showed up this AM to the tune of about 3#. So I will wait today and whatever tomorrow reflects I will record. Knowledge is power, and I know there will be water retention.

The 'plan' today is some time on my treadmill and then meet my friend at the gym. I will get in weights there and maybe a little more cardio on the bike and row machine. My friend has a birthday today, and wants to go out for dinner. I have already logged in a steak salad so I have a place holder. Depending on where we go will depend on the type of salad I order :)

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24 February 2019

Yesterday was a good gym workout and fasting period. My fasting period was about 17 hours. Had a good lunch and then we decided on an unplanned hockey game. Overall, I was good. I had some of DH beer, man I do love craft beer and it was good. Then had a couple chicken tenders and roasted almonds.

Today I have laundry to work on. I’m thinking I need to let the muscles recover today from weights. I’ve worked them hard. Friday I tried a new recipe for Cajun Sausage and Shrimp. Quick, easy and delicious. Today I’m possibly trying a Mongolian Beef recipe.

Remember to be kind to yourselves!

Weigh-in: 211.6 lb

lost so far: 36.4 lb

still to go: 22.6 lb

Diet followed reasonably well

(4 comments) losing 4.2 lb a week

23 February 2019

I felt like I ate so much yesterday. Then when I went back and checked everything it was more than I had been but not like I got crazy. I was hungry yesterday, so I ate. I talked to my sister and she pointed out that I have been adding in weights and that could be why. Either way I was very surprised to see the 0.8# loss when I stepped on the scale this morning .

I slept in this morning it was so wonderful to fall back asleep after those hot flashes. Even more wonderful to sleep in.

On a different note I think I’ve been getting too much caffeine (from coffee) so I’m considering my cup of coffee and the decaf after then. I have had a matcha type tea but not sure how much caffeine is in it. So going to do some experimenting.

Getting ready for the gym and then I’ll come home for a cup of java.....maybe.

Weigh-in: 212.2 lb

lost so far: 35.8 lb

still to go: 23.2 lb

Diet followed reasonably well

(13 comments) losing 5.6 lb a week

22 February 2019

Wednesday I did not make it to the gym and did not get any cardio in. I had great plans, but then we had an EMS call and I had to connect up with the ambulance and then we transported. Got back home and worked late. Yesterday, was a long work day and yet again I did not make it to the gym. However, I did get a 3 mile run in on the treadmill. Yes, that was three miles with some hills...the hills were the only time that I scaled it back. I hurt myself (years ago) on incline on the treadmill....rotated out my hip and it was painful. So now I am extremely careful with any incline that is at 5.0 or higher.

Tried another new recipe last night and it was so good! I substituted coconut cream in place of the HWC so I could have a no dairy day. Creamy Chicken with artichokes and sundried tomatoes. I used grilled artichokes and sundried tomatoes that I already had. Here is the link if anyone wants to copy the address and check it out: https://www.lemonblossoms.com/blog/chicken-with-artichokes-and-sundried-tomatoes-cream-sauce/

This morning saw another 0.2# loss on the scale which is nice to see as I wasn't expecting it.

Menopause wise...the hot flashes are the most troublesome now and I am still working with those. Peppermint roller helps and I keep that on my nightstand. I did try an experiment last night. Thinking about a hypothermia patient and how heat packs, under the armpits, helps to raise the core body temperature...I thought wonder if the peppermint there would help cool it during the flash. I mean it helps on the neck but takes a bit to kick in and honestly when that flash is going on I need immediate help. Last night I rolled a touch under each armpit and during my hot flash I did and I really think it helped cool me down quicker and keep me cooler longer. I slept much better last night. I was in the bed by 8pm and asleep by 9pm. It was so good to get a good nights sleep.

So that is where I stand on the menopause front. Oh! Had some achiness in my knee yesterday but it worked out while running. This morning both knees were a bit achy but I rubbed the Deep Blue on them each this morning and no issues.

I hope you all have a great day and weekend. Let's remember to love ourselves and be kind to our bodies!!!

Weigh-in: 213.0 lb

lost so far: 35.0 lb

still to go: 24.0 lb

Diet followed 100%

(3 comments) losing 1.4 lb a week

21 February 2019

Thank you all for the support on my journal yesterday and all the comments. I didn't realize that the picture that I shared would create such a stir. I recalled this picture and googled it because as I started to journal it was the one that (out of the blue) came to mind. I can relate to this picture and feel like I am pulling the healthier me out.

I appreciate all of you that gave me such positive feedback and I appreciate that you didn't try to judge where I was going with the photo. I won't address everyone individually, but your comments evoked these thoughts from me.

Keto is for my health. My research (this is just based on my research) reflects that one of the best lifestyle diets to follow (for menopause) is Keto. This is what I am focused on. I truly believe that sugar and carbs feed cancer. That was reiterated to me when my (God rest her beautiful soul) sweet Mama went for an MRI of her tumor and they asked her if she had eaten and what she had eaten. When she told them potatoes they told her to come back another day because it would look like her body was eaten up with cancer. Aside from cancer being prevalent in my family there is also Type 2 Diabetes. I had been good enough, thus far, to escape that one but needed to get serious. The loss of my Mama and then the surgical menopause were kicks in the teeth to get my shit together.

For those of you that found the photo inspiring, thank you. That is how I see it as inspiring. It is art (as one comment pointed out) and as we all know art is subjective to the viewer. For me I cannot see how anyone could ever see this as less than beautiful or inspiring, but I think sometimes that depends on your current state of mind and view of your ownself, too. Some of you truly 'got me' and 'nailed it'. For me this piece reflects someone that is finally in control of themselves, in control of their health and as such in control of their self-worth. Someone that has slowed down enough to take the time for themselves and realize that they are important and if they aren't healthy they REALLY cannot help anyone else. Yes, I want long term results that also look good. Keto makes me feel better, it makes me healthier and stronger and bonus points it is making me lose weight. I would lie if I didn't say that didn't make me feel better, too.

I try really hard not to hinge everything on a number on the scale, but I do want to be under 200#. I do not have a goal date for that because I will continue to live right and take care of myself and all the rest will follow as it should. Most importantly is my overall health. My ability to cope and handle this surgical menopause. Being healthy so I can hopefully be around for my daughter for much longer than my sweet Mama was able to be around for us. Yes, the rest will all work itself out. My body will shed what weight it is supposed to in due time. The scale is just that. I had another NSV as I pulled a 'small' size 12 out of my closet and pulled it on. These were not 12's like the others; they have no give or stretch and I could comfortably wear them all day!! So going back to that number on the scale. Being under 200# is just something to say, but at 213.2 (another .2# chiseled away yesterday) and pulling on a small (non stretchy) size 12 pair of jeans and being comfortable...now that is something. My body and my health will be the final determining factor and not the number on the scale.

I love you all for the support and comments. You inspire me!

Weigh-in: 213.2 lb

lost so far: 34.8 lb

still to go: 24.2 lb

Diet followed 100%

(4 comments) losing 1.4 lb a week

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