Before and After - Week 4

Keep it simple...the first couple weeks I tried all kinds of complicated meals and lost a pound or two here and there. Then I switched to various combinations of Lentils, eggs, spinach and turkey burgers and the fat started coming off a lot faster.

Also, the book is the best resource. I've gone back and reread the chapters on Slow Carb at least three times. The closer I follow Tim's recommendations the better it works.

and as a parting thought, Drink TONS of water and make sure you get your 30g of protein at breakfast!

Thank you! Have you incorporated supplements or kettlebells yet?

I am doing 50-75 swings with a 25lb kettle bell 3 times a week, before breakfast if I remember.

I haven't added supplements. I like to try getting all my nutrition from my food, hence all the spinach.

Thank you so much! I wouldn't believe it if I didn't have the pictures for proof.

do you have a set goal?

Thanks very much. I think I need to start smiling in my pictures, this is exciting stuff!

Well I reached the short term goal of fitting back into all of my clothes! As for a long term goal, I've been thinking I should make one, so I have something specific to work towards.

Yes smile!! Although I don't put my head in mine so I don't have to worry about looking like a crackhead because I just rolled out of bed.

And same here about the goal! I think it would help a lot to have a concrete thing to work towards, I just don't know how to decide where to aim or what's right for me.

exactly

Thanks for the kind words. Welcome to the forum. Can't wait to hear your own success story!

Hang in there moca! I'm in week 3 and I'm just starting to see the difference in the weigt. However my clothes really tell me that things are a-changing. I was able to get into a pair of 16s yesterday and my current goal is a 14. I still do the olive oil, butter and cream, and a small amt of parmesan on my salad. I like the Caesar kit with the caesar vinaigrette, sans croutons. I've lost 5 lbs so far this week and my cheat day is Thursday, PLUS I'm over 40 with a kid. So, I'm here to tell you, it will kick in.

Hey Moca, thanks for the comment. I noticed that when I followed SCD protocol to the letter, I saw much faster results, than when I was cutting corners or using "restricted amount" foods like cream or mayonnaise. I actually gained a pound the week I added sausage, so I think its great that you switched to bacon. Keep us all updated on how you are doing. We are all here to support you!

Ah sausage-so true-so very true!

The pictures make a HUGE difference in getting motivated and sticking with it! I take them every week. Its awesome watching yourself shrink before your own eyes. Stay motivated!!

Thank you Arelleth! You're truly an inspiration!

Thanks Akane! I'm kinda trying to decide what my next goal is going to be. I'd love to get some more abdominal definition and tighten up the ol' gluteus maximus.

Arelleth, I am totally with you on that. Have you been doing the Six Minute Abs exercises? Perhaps doing that? I'd love to get some six-pack ab-candy myself!

Kettlebell swings were the only new exercise I did. I went running with a friend here and there once a week, or once every other week, but I was working-out like that BEFORE I started slow carb. If I am remembering correctly, for fat loss Tim recommends starting out with the slow carb diet, then incorporating in exercises like kettlebell swings.

Thanks so much! I would love to hear how you are doing with this go 'round on slow carbs. It sounds like you're really sticking with it!

Thanks! I am excited to see what my next 4 weeks will bring! Having all the support from everyone here on the forum is super motivating!

wow you look fantastic you inspire me I am on my second week saw a difference the firs week. keep up the good work!!!!

Thanks so much! I've added BodyRock workouts to the slow carb diet and plan on posting another update at the end of November!

I appreciate the comment Kiki. I'm a lifelong compulsive overeater and sometimes compliance is a problem. Having the support of the forum has been pivotal in keeping me accountable. Best of luck to you!

Thanks for the kudos and congrats on your own progress! I didn't consistently follow any damage control, just ate slow carbs 6 days a week and had my cheat day.

Thanks so much! All of this encouragement and support is really amazing and humbling! I look forward to hearing how you progress on slow carbs. Keep us all posted and good luck sticking to it.

With results like these, I will definitely keep going!