Month 2 phentermine and low carb diet

Christina's Voice:
Month 2 is done!!! I am so excited over my weightloss experience that I have. I love the fact that the phentermine pill has really helped me along the way as well. I have learned a lot to, I kinda got the idea of what has lots of carbs and what doesn't. I have learned that certain food, will give you that natural energy ( like celery and broccoli ) This month I was doing the basic workouts but only 3-4 times a week. With me only staying on this phentermine for 3months I want to increase my exercise so lately I have been working out almost everyday, and focus on my abs more to. ( so that's about walk/jog 5miles a day, 60-75 squats, 50situps,100crunches,jumping jacks 40-50 and more) My increase on water is still about the same. which is a lot. Still no cokes, or sweets. Sticking to the 50 gram carb diet is really easy but hard during certain situation like cook out or weekends but I figured im pushing my work out more and hard it's okay to eat a little more because when you work out you do break a sweat. which is good. Ok final results are below!!!! AHHHHHHH ( love it)


Month Two:

• Start off weight: 159.8
• week one of month two - NO record
• Week two of month two- No record
• Week three of month two- no record
• Week four of month two- 151.2
• Total weight loss 24.4 POUNDS ( according to my at home scales) =)

1. Look back Day 1
2. Look Back Week 1
3. Look back week 2
4. Look back Week 3
5. Look back Week 4 (one month done)
6. extra ( photos before and after from 2012-2013

 Start off weight 175.6
Month 1  weight 159.8
Month 2 weight 151.2
Total 24.4 pounds GONE

Start off weight 175.6
Month 1  weight 159.8
Month 2 weight 151.2
Total 24.4 pounds GONE

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2 months 3 weeks on phentermine and low carb diet

Month 2 week 3 on phentermine and low carb diet!




Christina's Voice:
Update: 2months and 3 weeks later I have lost a total of 21 pounds. Month one I have to admit I did not work out like I should have been doing. I did stick to the eating low carbs and drinking lots of water. The second month I said I was going to push myself harder. I have worked out at least every other day. one hour run ( about 5mines) 60 squats, 60 jump squats, sit up, crunches, jumping jack and some things with the yoga ball. This all is one at my house. Now next month I want to push it the gym and tone up a little stronger with the weights. I feel amazing, and I don't realize how much I have lost until I look back at these before and after shots. :) Enjoy and get ready to see more.

2012-2013

 

November 2012  to March 2013

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Month 1 Day 2 : Phentermine - low carb diet

What is phentermine?

Is an Oral phentermine Hydrochloride (HCL) which is sold for weight loss. It is in the Sympathomimetic family of appetite suppressants (used for the short-term management of exogenous obesity.) When used in conjunction with diet,
(low carbs) exercise, and behavior therapy, phentermine may help you to lose weight while you are learning new ways to eat and to exercise.

How does Phentermine work?

Phentermine works by stimulating the hypothalamus gland and affecting certain neurotransmitters to decrease appetite. The hypothalamus is the region of the brain that controls the autonomic nervous system, regulating sleep cycles, body temperature, appetite, etc.

Christina's Voice:
    Okay I told everyone that I would update you as I think it was needed. Today is day 2 taking the phentermine, I feel great. Now yesterday with being day 1 they say take a half a pill or even a quarter of the phentermine pill. I took half of it at 1pm ( that's as soon as I left the clinic apt) I could actually feel the energy as I went to finish up my day. So by 2:30-3pm I decided what the heck lets just take the other half. Same results as the first half nothing scary like I have been told. I did notice I caught myself looking at what I was about to eat. ( the carbs) which is a good thing being on a low carb diet, and im sure it wont be long that I memorize those.
       So back to Day 2 on the phentermine. I feel great I took a whole one today 1 hour before I ate ( or you could do 2 hours after you eat). I feel lots of energy and im sitting here trying to drink my 8 glasses of water, and snacking about 4-5 times today. ( staying under my 50 carbs.) I am going to do a 30 mins work out today. ( which can be any of your favorites)  and mentioning workout your suppose to at least work out 30mins a day for 3 days a week... I am sorry no matter how busy you are you should at least be able to do that. Day2 once again I feel great. My heart beat seems the same, it's not racing like some people say it would do.. ( but keep in mind we are not all the same).

Pro's- Energy, No appetite

Cons- major dry mouth




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Weight Loss 101- TIP

 Personal Trainer Weight-Loss:101

With weight-loss knowing is half the battle. If you are doing the wrong types of exercise, taking the wrong supplements, or eating the wrong foods, then you may be off course and not know it. With this being said you should know your goal, know how to get there, and know your obstacles.

Step 1: What is your goal?

For most people in this challenge, the goal is weight-loss. You may personally need to lose 10, 50, or even 100lbs. Either way, the prescription is the same; calories in vs. calories out. If your body burns more calories in a day then it takes in, you will lose weight. If you take in more calories than you burn, you will gain weight. This may sound simple, but I’m sure you all know that it must be more complex than that. Well, it is. The reason being is the body likes fat. Extra fat means survival in tough times. The body can pull out all the stops to prevent you from losing weight and it all depends on genetics, current health, how you have trained your body to act, and motivational factors.

Step 2: How do you get there?

Nutrition and metabolism
The first and most important factor affecting the rate of your weight-loss is nutrition. As I mentioned above, the calories in vs. calories out will dictate if you lose weight or not. You MUST find out how many calories it takes to maintain and how many you need to lose weight. Here is a link to help you find out http://www.fitwatch.com/qkcalc/weight-loss-calculator.php.

A good bit of information to know is that 1lb of fat equals 3500 calories. This means that if you need to lose 10 lbs; that is 35,000 calories above your maintenance that you have to burn. This may seem insurmountable to some; especially to those with larger weight-loss goals, but that is why a lifestyle change is the most effective way to achieve your goals. By making a commitment to a healthy and physical life ,the burned calories add up without obsessing over what you are doing.

Now that I have given you a few numbers to work with, you may already be applying the math to your own personal goals. What you need to understand before you finish your final equations is that the body uses fuzzy math. Yes, calories in vs. calories out, but your body is ready to fight back. The body does not, and will not, always burn calories equally. For some, the body does not want to release fat so it will slow down metabolic processes at the first sign of “a diet”. This means that while you are not dieting you may burn 100 calories per hour. But, the same activities while dieting may burn only 90 calories. Your body may even try to trick you into not sticking with it by making you feel sick, tired, or emotional. For others, they may breeze through weight-loss like they born to be thin.

In addition to the tricks your body will play, you should know that not all calories are created equal. Calories that are broken down into simple sugars are absorbed faster and do not have an equal opportunity to be burned. When calories are not burned they are stored as fat. Everytime. By eating more complex carbohydrates (when you eat carbs) such as brown rice, oatmeal, and most vegetables you are maximizing your window of opportunity. Eating proteins and fats with your simple and complex carbohydrates prolongs the window further. Do keep an eye on and limit fats because they add up fast. When eating fats ,try to choose the healthier fats from peanuts, fish oils, ect. I have personally found a lot of success with an intake of 40% carbohydrate, 30% protein, and 30% fat. However, people may have certain preferences or conditions that require them to eat in different ratios.

Aerobics and weight training
Second to nutrition is the exercise program that you follow. One can lose weight with diet alone, but research has shown that diet and exercise combined result in faster and more long-term results. Cardio training is an essential part of a weight-loss exercise program. Examples of these types of exercise include walking, jogging, eliptical trainer, cycling, aerobics classes, ect. In order for aerobic exercise to deliver the results you are looking for, you must do it for longer than 30 min at a time. The reason being is that your muscle tissue stores “quick sugar” called glycogen. In the beginning of any exercise your body uses the sugar located in your blood (glucose) and then the glycogen. Once these are starting to deplete your body will consider pulling stored fat out to be used. The more accustomed to aerobic exercise you become, the more efficient this process will become also.

While aerobic training is essential, it makes no material positive long-term change in your base metabolism. Cardiovascular/aerobic training for the most part, chips away at calories and fat only while performing the exercise. Weight-training on the other hand, activates and increases current muscle tissue. This equates into a much longer term metabolic boost. Once you get close to your target weight you will either have to continue doing all the cardio you have been doing or rely on your new metabolism derived from weights. This doesn’t mean that you will never have to do cardio again, it means that you can decrease it and free up some precious personal time.

Step 3 What are your obstacles?

I don’t care who you are; everyone has obstacles in regards to reaching their goals. Some have more than others. The key to overcoming obstacles is to be prepared. Know what your obstacles are before they happen and have a plan.

Here are some common obstacles that I have seen.

Time
You may think that the time obstacle is only if you are adding an exercise program to you life. This is a common derailing misconception. Choosing to become a more conscious eater requires reading labels, preparing foods, and often eliminating quick fast foods and unhealthy snacks. (There are good fast food choices; but they are often not chosen by the non-conscious eater.) Although you may not need to weigh and measure food for the rest of your life it is often very beneficial to gain awareness of portion control in the beginning. All these things are not as convenient as old habits are do require a time input. Set yourself up for success by understanding the small amount of time invested could result in a huge return. As you get further along in the process, the time requirements will decrease.
Additionally, a new exercise program does require time. In fact, by truly adopting a new healthier lifestyle, it can mean a new time commitment for life. My hopes for you is that you do not look at it as time wasted, but as a fun new hobby that adds to the quality of your life. It doesn’t have to be a chore. Make it fun and get the whole family involved.

Knowledge
Choosing to make a real commitment to a weight-loss program can be an extremely personal decision. If you are going to make the emotional investment i suggest being intellectually involved in the process. You should know what your goal is and your plan of attack. You should also take the time to know why each component is important. Being uninformed is often an excuse for failing. Don’t give yourself reasons to fail. The more you know; the more power you have.

Eating
Overeating or eating the wrong foods usually stems from either an emotional connection to food, a physiological response to food, or a lack of planning. Usually people are aware to some extent if they are an emotional eater, however they do not always spot when they are emotionally eating. Do you eat because you are bored, lonely, anxious, or because it is tradition? You will probably become more aware of your eating habits once you actually commit to a structured eating plan.

What is a structured eating plan? The first key part to a structured eating plan is knowing and sticking to your recommended caloric intake in regards to your goal. Next, you must decide if you are going to eat your calories in particular ratios; i.e. 40% carb, 30% protein, 30% fat. Afterwards you should take a look at your daily lifestyle and plan the timing of your meals. It is best for fat-loss to split your meals into several small meals throughout the day. I usually recommend 5-6 small meals. You should set yourself up for success by planning accordingly. If you know that you will be in traffic during one of your meal times then you better plan on making that meal an energy bar or something you will have with you. I would also recommend always having something preplanned on hand incase something comes up. However, if you make a mistake and have a slip up, you must be strong enough to stop. You must remind yourself why this is important and get yourself back on track. Everyone will have a bad day, not everyone regroups and picks themselves back up to try again.

Physiological responses to food can include medical conditions like diabetes or triggering your appetite. If it is a medical condition, you should speak to you doctor and work together to find a solution. Triggering your appetite, on the other hand, is more within your control. The way that carbohydrates are processed within your body can stimulate your appetite. Alternatively, proteins and fats can help satiate the appetite. Also, be aware of and possibly avoid comfort foods like ice cream, chocolate, chips, ect. These foods may make you feel happy (artificially) and you have a hard time stopping at just one portion.

Motivation
So you are 10, 50, or 100 lbs overweight. Great; you will have phenomenal before and after pictures. Do not let your past dictate your future. You really are in control the second you believe you are. This does not mean that you will ever become that size two unrealistic expectation inside your head. All it means, is that you truly have the potential to be the best you, that you can be.
You may feel like you are too heavy to turn things around, that it will be too hard, or it will be embarrassing. You may even feel that weight loss is within your ability but are scared of the pain when it returns. You can not let these self-defeating thoughts cloud your judgement. What would you want your son/daughter to do if they were in the same position. You would not want them to give up because you know they are amazing. Well, you are amazing too. You deserve success in all you dream. Do not ever give up.

If you struggle with the changes needed to adapt to your new lifestyle, try to spot areas of reinforcement and areas of derailment. For example, areas of reinforcement are things that make you feel good about your plan. Having a workout buddy, trying new exercises, and joining a cooking class are all ways that may make you feel good about your plans. At the same time, weighing yourself everyday, hanging out with negative people, or choosing to eat at a buffett may make you feel helpless and thus want to give up. Surround yourself with positives as much as possible; especially in the beginning. Once, you have built up the good habits and lifestyle change you might be more resistant to the derailers.

I feel that quite a few obstacles can be overcome by understanding and accepting the process. Everyone wants results yesterday, and not everyone can have that. Your body in conjunction with the stimulus you place on your body will determine how fast you lose weight and how long you keep it off. Good luck in the journey and don’t forget to enjoy it.



Bio of Cyndi Jones

I have been working in the health and fitness field for over 10 years now. What sparked my interest was when I left home to go to college. I left high school at 5’9” and about 125 lbs. During the first two years of college I went up to 170 lbs and had no idea why. In addition to the weight-gain, I was also having upset stomachs quite regularly. I kept going to the doctor asking his advice on why I was changing so much. The doctor would always give me what I felt like was generic answers like, what types of food are you eating and am I exercising? I never really got it.

After I started to approach the 170 lb mark, I decided to take a step in the right direction. I got a job at the front desk at 24 Hour Fitness. I did this so I could be surrounded by people who I could sponge knowledge of off. This ended up being one of the most impacting decisions I have made in my life. I felt almost like an undercover spy, always asking leading questions and being in the right place at the right time. Before I knew it, I had one of the new trainers practicing their expertise on me. I got all the way back down to 130 lbs.

Losing the 40 lbs meant alot to me. It meant that I really was in control over the way I looked, the way I felt, and my health. It meant empowerment that would last my entire life. This empowerment led me to achieve my degree in Health and Wellness and 3 nationally ranked personal training certificates. (Not to mention a few hot dates)!

Since losing the initial 40 lbs I have been lucky to have 2 boys; ages 8 and 2. With each pregnancy I gained approx 50 lbs. Knowing that I had control over my body and lifestyle (when not pregnant) allowed me the serenity to be at peace with my pregnancy. I was not worried for a moment that I could not get my old body back. Every time “the baby” would want to eat I didn’t have to feel guilty about my calorie count. It is my personal philosophy that there are times and places for perfection. When you are pregnant; you are focused on baby perfection not outward personal perfection.

During my career I have helped hundreds of people regain control over their own fitness goals and boosted their feelings of empowerment. I have worked with several special populations including post-heart attack, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, eating disorders, children, seniors, and elite athletes. Every client has had their own unique struggles and life obstacles to overcome. However, success was within each one of their grasps.

My hopes for you in this challenge is to boost your empowerment. I want to show you that even if you are not striving for perfection, your goals matter. Whether you are looking to lose 5 lbs, 50 lbs, want more energy, or just want to cleanse your system; YOU are in control. Our products work in conjunction with your own personal determination for achievement. By making strategic health and nutrition changes you will maximize the ability of our products to do their job. This will result in a maximum result. The more effort you put into the process the more empowerment you will achieve.



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Review/Giveaway: EatSmart floor scale

 Eat Smart  knows that maintaining a healthy, happy lifestyle is a constant challenge. At EatSmart they want to give customers the tools and confidence to meet the challenge head on.

 Christina's voice:
EatSmart makes a step-on scale that has a one step on reading. I love the fact that the large 3.5 LCD display has a blue blacklight to feature the weight on, makes it much eaiser to read. This scale can read up to 400 pounds. The scale sat low to the ground and very level, there was no slip or wobbles. I like that it turns off after not being touched. The EatSmart scale included a body tape mesure which i like because sometimes you loose inches not weight. and its good to keep track of that as well.

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90 Day African Mango Weightloss trial!!! Starts soon

I wanted to let my readers know i got an email to try a product trail to lose weight that last up to 90 days ( 3 months) One of the goals of this campaign is to create awareness for their sister websites. I get to try out the African Mango weightloss management product. I am excited and speechless all at the same time. I have always wanted to review a product that involved some sort of boost to help me and encourage me to lose weight. I am looking to lose 20 + pounds and I think African Mango would be perfect. according to the healthy doctor i am 30pounds over weight for my height. So i think 20 pounds would be wonderful.
     Why African Mango? well I decided that I wanted to lose 20+pounds and African Mango is shown to be the best fit for me. This product does come in a pill form taken by mouth with lots of water. The best part about African Mango is you can still eat what you want and very little much exercise and still lose weight. So i would love for you to watch me along this journey and i will all keep you updated with pictures and memos on how its going. Also if you are a blogger and is interested in trying out something like this you should click here to get started.




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Review Vi-Shape Nutritional Shake mix

There is a kit for every goal!

The 90 Day Challenge is all centered around a nutritional meal replacement shake...and they are DELICIOUS!!!!  I was hesitant to try a "shake" before I started b/c I hated them and the thought of having to "stomach" down a shake was not appealing!  My friend begged me to just give it a try...and bingo..they are delicious!  I look forward to them, and there are over 300 recipes!:)

I was just looking for something that was quick, easy and nutritious for my busy schedule!  This absolutely does the trick for me!  I have a shake for breakfast and lunch, a healthy snack in between if I want something to eat, and a balanced dinner!  I lost 30lbs in 90 days! :)


 For info on the 5 different kits, check out my website @ www.lifesmart.bodybyvi.com

If you are interested in weight loss as your goal, I would suggest the "shape kit" (5-20lbs to lose), or the "transformation kit" if you have more than 20+ pounds to lose!  I LOVE the Transformation kit and have lost 30lbs on it! :)

 Christina's voice:

Vi- Shape Nutritional Mix is for weight management and healthy nutrition. This little package of powder contains non -GMO Soy Protein. This is amazingly yummy. Most shakes that are good for you taste really bad, but Vi-Shape doesn't. The package i received as a sample is sweet cream flavor, i mixed it with a banana and some ice cubes poured over almond milk and blended in the blender and it was so so good! This is one product i would love to replace a meal with. Look at these prices, if they were more reasonable i would be trying them out... here other than that the sample package i received it was delicious







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review: brain tonIQ and trim tonIQ

Brain Toniq's formula is complete plant-based, and no animal products have been used. Ingredients in Brain Toniq: http://www.braintoniq.com/braintoniq/ingredients.php
-Eleuthero Root extract
-Rhodiola Root powder
-Choline
-DMAE
-Wild-crafted Blue Green Algae extract
-Organic Agave nectar

Christina's voice:
Brain toniq is made to help you stay focused. The taste isn't bad at all due to the fact that its all natural, usually they taste really yuck to me but not this one. It is known for the most powerful brain enhancing botanicals. Its almost like coffee with out that gut tipping effect of caffeine. Read more up on Brain Toniq

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Christina's voice:
Trim toniq is great for a good diet plan, This is something i am more interested on rather than the brain toniq. There is no fake sweeteners. Naturally helps speed up metabolism. When you get hungry all i did was grab a trim toniq and that hunger went away. The taste is really good as well just about the same to me as the brain toniq. Read more about Trim toniq here

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review: Breathslim

 You’re probably wondering about Breathslim®, curious about how it was developed.
In the early 90’s, a group of international scientists and enthusiasts decided to turn their research to an ancient healing art that has been practiced for tens of thousands of years. Read more about breathslim

Christina's Voice:
This was a must try when i seen this. I mean can you really loose weight while learning to breath the right way? I guess you do have to learn to breath again, once you get a little over weight ( or alot) You acutally use cold drinking water in this product. You fill it to the line that is labeled on the cup. Put the lid on firmly then put the inner chamber into the beaker and press down the lid so that it fits securely onto the breaker. Put the breathing tube in, then mouthpiece and its ready to use.Make sure you sit with no arch in your back, so straighen up lazy buts ha. Breathe in 5sec , then hold the breath for 5 sec break out and count down to 10 seconds. Do this 20 mins a day in the evening.

Date as of today dec13th and i have acutally lost 6lbs!!! ( that was two weeks from the time i started!!!! )

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