Why?
Because I'm down 4 lbs since last Wednesday.
Yes, I know.
I'm SUPER excited about this....
but it's obviously because of my detox that I'm doing.
And I have literally had next to nothing to eat the last two days.
6 protein shakes and 4 small meals of meat only.
And I haven't cheated once.
Even though this was staring me in the face this morning:
The reason that I am reluctant to weigh in is that I know as soon as I start eating normal again, my weight will fluctuate back up a little.
I mean, let's face it, 4 lbs in 2 days is not normal.
But the point of this was to break through my plateau.
I wanted to get on the scale and see a lower number.
I knew it would motivate me...and it has.
I knew it would make me feel great....and it has.
I still have 5 more days on this detox program and I'm hoping to lose 3 more lbs since that will put me in the next decade.
And then I plan on continuing the hard work to lose more.
This isn't a race.
It's not about how fast I get to my goal, it's just about making it there.
And I'm gonna get there, 1 lb at a time.
This detox is teaching me that I won't just die if I can't have a piece of chocolate. That chugging water is good stuff. That losing weight is possible. That working hard is totally worth it.
And I'm not gonna lie, I feel AMAZING.
Don't forget to do your JM video....today is day 10 even though it feels like day 45. Also, remember that I'm going to do a linkup on Friday for everyone to talk about some of their favorite posts of the week....I can't wait to read everybody's favs.
Hope everybody has a fantabulous Hump Day! I know I will....I finally get to have a real lunch today! Holla!
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GIRL! That is so awesome. I am so proud of you. And hey, it's okay if you gain a few lbs back. Just getting all detoxed and cleaned out is worth it. I'm sure your energy is through the roof. So proud!!! And I can honestly say that I'm missing my Jillian videos a little bit--no lifting weights for 11 more days :/ Shows how much I love it even though I say I hate it!
ReplyDeleteGreat job Lora!! I would have gobbled those donuts up in a heartbeat.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the loss AND on avoiding those delicious damn donuts!! I decided to not start my cleanse until after my bday and spring break, but I'm excited about the results and the changes that it will bring. I really needed to hear that part about it doesn't matter how fast you get to your goal...as long as you get there. Happy hump day!
ReplyDeleteYou are strong lady! I have been craving donuts!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about how fast it came off. It's still off. And yeah, maybe you will gain a little back once you eat real food, but that's ok. Because you know you CAN lose it again! Keep up the hard work, and definitely let this keep motivating you!! And hello! Ignoring those donuts would have been hard enough. So good for you!
ReplyDeleteThe best part of this post is that you're feeling amazing... I can't wait to get back to that point again! When I saw your Instagram post this morning I totally wanted to eat those donuts... donuts are seriously one of my biggest weaknesses! I can 100% attribute my double chin to donuts! #fattymcfattypants
ReplyDeleteYAY for you and the loss and feeling amazing!! Keep up the fabulous work!! You are gorgeous!! Oh and OMG I have not had a donut in over 10 years but I want one now!! This cleanse is effing with my mind...LOL
ReplyDeleteI am going through the same thing! Doing the cleanse and man is it hard... I would never necessarily consider myself of having a "sweet toof" BUT seeing those cookies decorated with delicious St. Patty's Day icing from Servati's about made me want to gouge my eyes out when I walked away... {HELLLOOOO RUN ON SENTENCE} ...anyways... I have been stuck in the 160's for about two months which really feels like two years when you are trying to lose weight!!! I want to get into the 150's so badly so I am doing the 10 day Advocare cleanse. Even with birthday ten pound turds I still haven't lost as much weight yet as I thought I would {sorry for the TMI}! Working out though is making me feel incredible and JILLIAN is kicking my ass per usual...
ReplyDeleteGreat job Lora!! So awesome to feel AMAZING!! And saying goodbye to that double chin!
ReplyDeleteI must quote you. When you said, "This detox is teaching me that I won't just die if I can't have a piece of chocolate." I have to agree. I'm on day 7 of the Advocare 10 day cleanse and that is exactly what I was hoping for too. I think it's working!
ReplyDeleteA cleanse is so fantastic in boosting motivation. While you may gain some back, you won't lose that motivating factor! Keep up the hard work lady, you are doing so well!!!
ReplyDeleteYou feeling amazing is all that matters! Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteHoly Crap that's a lot of lbs - good job lady :) And I like that youre sharing what youre learning, thanks for that! Im not doing the cleanse but I like to read about everyone's experience because I will def do it some day :)
ReplyDeleteCleanses help! I recently lost 15 lbs in 3 weeks (duh, you know) and even though I gained some back I am working it off again now! And good job throwing those donuts away. Those things are my weakness and idk how long it's been since I've had one lol
ReplyDeleteWoo woo on 4lbs! I'm in the boat with you with almost 6lbs in 2 days from the sugar detox. Even though we may gain some of it back, it's motivating us to keep moving forward and that's what matters! Good job :)
ReplyDeleteGreat post! Glad you're realistic about the detox but still celebrating the weight loss! How much more for you to hit goal? I just finished up 30 days with JM and the results are ahhmazing...hop on over if you need motivation to watch her talk dirty to her "assistants" today. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteI licked my screen because of that donut picture. THANKS.
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You're doing so great! Donuts are like potato chips...can't eat just one! Huge weakness of mine!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! It's nice to have a great motivator line 4 lbs though to kick that plateaus butt.
ReplyDeletedon't sell yourself short on the 4 pounds --- be proud, detox or no, you did it! And congrats on not mowing down on those donuts....that some strong will sister!
ReplyDelete4 pounds?! You BISHHHHHH. (iloveyougoodjob)
ReplyDeleteDude I totally felt this way on Monday...I had the stomach flu (much like the pain of Xyngular) and got on the scale the next morning and I was like three pounds down from norm. I ate one small bowl of Special K and a half bottle of water on Monday...so I knew I was super dehydrated but I wanted to do ANYTHING to keep that number!!! On Tuesday I did really good with my calories, drank a ton of water and was back up 2 of the 3 pounds this morning. SO BUMMED because I just wanted to keep that number...losing weight blows but losing your double chin and posting pics with only one chin on IG are awesome.
ReplyDeleteAw girl. So proud of you!! And throwing away those doughnuts!! Great job!!! :)
ReplyDeleteYay for your link uuuppp. You gota a button! I need photoshop practice. tell me what ya want! chevron? LOL
ReplyDeleteAwesome job on staying away from the doughnuts!!!
ReplyDeleteThat's great! Congrats on not giving into the donuts! I'm sure that had to be difficult!
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