Week 1 of Week by Week Challenge (Water)

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 02:39 AM

This week I concentrate on drinking 12 servings of water daily. I will use this same thread all week instead of making new ones and cluttering up the main forum.

Most of you can ignore it as you did the original post I made without my feeling rejected. LOL This is for me to get back on track, but I appreciate so much those women here who have offered me some support and decided to join in as well.

I'll be back after I finish the 12! Good luck to everyone else!

**CaterGator** · May 17th, 2004, 04:17 AM

Hi Emma,
I read your post from yesterday and all the responces. I', too, am extremely frustrated with my weight. I started 30mg Phen almost 3 weeks ago and have lost 5 lbs. I have not been consistant with water (I, too, need 10-12 per day), I have not been working out, I have not been eating enough F/V. Basically, I know Phen is not a magic pill, but it does help a lot. I have been in denial...for oh-so- long. I need to be a part of some regular cheering and butt-kicking.
So, in short, I would like to join you.

I read a diary I found (from 1991) and in it I commented on how I needed to lose weight. Back then I was 26, and I weighed 181. I wrote in my diary I needed to lose 36 pounds. I can't imagine myself at that tiny weight, but as I told my doc, I guess I'll see when I get closer. For now, I'd like to get to 181, or Hell, 200!

So, I'll check in later, see if you responded and document how much water I've had. I have some ideas for subsequent weeks, too.

Keep your chin up--we'll get it done together!
--Susan

**foxforcefive** · May 17th, 2004, 04:34 AM

Emma - read your post as well. I can totally sympathize with you about weight...I have needed to lose for awhile, used to be fit, but have let things slip...mostly sympathy eating with my wife when she was pregnant. She lost the weight, I didn't.

I drink alotta water - both before and after I started Phen. I keep a bottle with me almost at all times. I started Phen 37.5mg on 5/5 and weighed 275, and this morning I was down to 260! Haven't changed my exercise habits, just eating habits. Exercise is next!

Good luck in your quest. There are a few non-leg-humping guys on here as well to offer support!

Blake

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 04:54 AM

Susan, I am glad to have something in common with you right off the bat ... a diary! I looked back at 1994-1996 and found complaints regarding my weight at 150 pounds. Things like, "I'm huge! This must stop!" I wore a size 6 and was muscular, but didn't really have any self-esteem. Now I do feel good about who I am, but I am not comfortable in my own skin. I'm glad you will be joining me.

Blake, first off, the non-leghumping variety of male is the type I like best. Congratulations on losing those 15 pounds so quickly! That's amazing! I must admit, eating with your pregnant wife is adorable. Congratulations on her loss as well. That's not easy to lose sometimes. Out of curiosity, what did you change regarding your diet and how much water do you drink? Thanks!

**Melmin** · May 17th, 2004, 04:59 AM

Alright Emma got my water and I am on bottle #1 with 6 more to go!! I actually started drinking water yesterday and I was like in the bathroom all night....I guess that is a price we have to pay right!!

So how are you doing today?

**CaterGator** · May 17th, 2004, 05:07 AM

Dang, Blake! 15lbs in 2 weeks?! How'd you do that?? I was really stoked after the first week of taking Phen when I had lost 5+lbs...Then mother's Day came & went...and I've been hovering around 209.4-209.8 since then.

I thought Phen boosted metabolism? It must...cuz i've been the task master ever since I started it, cleaning closets, organizing bookshelves, etc. If so, then why did my weight loss stall out?

My goal for this week is to get below 209. Even if it's 208.9 (not including the water).

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 05:36 AM

Originally posted by Melmin:
Alright Emma got my water and I am on bottle #1 with 6 more to go!! I actually started drinking water yesterday and I was like in the bathroom all night....I guess that is a price we have to pay right!!

So how are you doing today?

Mel, I started yesterday as well. Got my 12 in then, but was "officially" starting today. I woke up at 2am to make a bathroom trip myself. LOL I am in a lot better spirits today. Thank you for asking. I think just taking a bit of control has made me feel like at least I'm doing something. What about you?

**Melmin** · May 17th, 2004, 06:12 AM

12? you are doing great!! Yeah I feel better too just knowing I have started and will continue to do this. We are going to feel so great and look so good in a few weeks. Just know that if you are having a weak day let me know and I will motivate you to get back on track. That is what we have to do to help each other.

I bought slimfast yesterday and they have new ones out that have only 1 net gram of carb so I bought those (vanilla) and will have one for lunch. I dont think they are going to taste that good but maybe I will add a banana or strawberries in it and blend it together to add some more taste.

Whats on your meal plan today?

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 06:47 AM

Originally posted by Melmin:
12? you are doing great!! Yeah I feel better too just knowing I have started and will continue to do this. We are going to feel so great and look so good in a few weeks. Just know that if you are having a weak day let me know and I will motivate you to get back on track. That is what we have to do to help each other.

I bought slimfast yesterday and they have new ones out that have only 1 net gram of carb so I bought those (vanilla) and will have one for lunch. I dont think they are going to taste that good but maybe I will add a banana or strawberries in it and blend it together to add some more taste.

Whats on your meal plan today?

Mel, I'm not even doing meal plans right now. I mean, I am starting out at the bottom of the totum pole. All I am concerned about this week is water. I don't want to put anymore pressure and guilt on myself than that. Little baby steps all the way for me. For the last 2 plus years I have failed by doing too much at once. Next week I add in cardio 5x a week and then I will concentrate on that and water. Little by little I'll be changing my diet. Although, I had shredded wheat for breakfast, but I like that stuff anyway.

**missus** · May 17th, 2004, 06:50 AM

Good luck to ya Emma. When I get a few minits, I'm gonna look you up on ebay. Hope your mom and dad are okay.

Missus

BE BLESSED

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 07:05 AM

Missus, thank you. My dad came home on Saturday from rehabilitation. He is doing better walking, but is still FULL of fluids. He went in due to congestive heart failure. I swear, I don't know what keeps him going. No one ... not even the doctors ... thought he'd still be around. On a happier note, my new clothing is coming in this week so I'll be having more listings then. All size 14 and up ... for men and women.

**CaterGator** · May 17th, 2004, 07:09 AM

Careful adding strawberries, etc to the Slimfast...the fruit will add a lot of carbs. Esp. strawberries.

Hey--what kind of stuff do you sell on eBay? I have an eBay store, too, www.stores.ebay.com/thecybergaragesale

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 09:23 AM

Cater, I wrote back to you and have no idea where it went. I sell plus size and big and tall clothing, plus antiques. I am clearing out all my inventory (getting in one new shipment) for summer. I love doing it because I think everyone should have beautiful clothes at every size ... and not have to pay more for it!!

**sam929** · May 17th, 2004, 09:34 AM

Hey I was thinking about all the exercise I get walking to the bathroom because I'm drinking more water, not to mention the mini squats I have to do once I get there. NO telling who's been on that seat before me. I work in a High School. Good luck with your 12 waters. I have a hard time consuming 3 bottles a day. Wish me luck that I can drink more of it!

**sam929** · May 17th, 2004, 09:36 AM

Hey I was thinking about all the exercise I get walking to the bathroom because I'm drinking more water, not to mention the mini squats I have to do once I get there. NO telling who's been on that seat before me. I work in a High School. Good luck with your 12 waters. I have a hard time consuming 3 bottles a day. Wish me luck that I can drink more of it!

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 09:55 AM

I'm wishing you luck, Sam!

**missus** · May 17th, 2004, 10:26 AM

Hey Emma, I am definitely gonna hit you up then. Cater, I'll holla at you too girl. Thanks ladies for the heads up.

Missus

BE BLESSED

Emma, girl, I have a lot of uncles and aunts in Oklahoma. So, my mom told me about 2 months ago, that my uncle Frank wasn't expeted to make it another 2 weeks. So up comes my uncle Leon, unexpectedly dying about a month ago. Totally unexpectged, while uncle Frank is still making. IN fact, he is very much improved. Had prostrate, diabets, and chf. The Lord works in mysterious ways. Cuz I prayed so hard for Uncle Frank. His son, Donald, who was in Iraq, also had diabetes, which they didn't know, and he was shipped home last month. So, your dad is blessed and is around for a reason only He knows. I hope he and your mom continue to improve girl. Thinking about them and you.

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 17th, 2004, 04:53 PM

Came back quickly to say I drank all 12 waters by 7pm, but the site was down. Yahoo!

**CaterGator** · May 17th, 2004, 04:57 PM

Ok, it's 9:54 pm and I just got home from work. I literally have about 10 oz of water left (out of 12 glasses) which I'll chug RIGHT NOW (hang on--chugging)(come on--everybody chant: go-go-go-go-go-go-go!)GONE! (*brrrrp--scusie)
ok--off to watch CSI...
Talk to yall tomorrow--

Missus: Holla!

**Eva got-a-big-ole-butt** · May 17th, 2004, 05:00 PM

Emma -

how much are you counting as a serving? Don't do TOO much water you'll miss out on actual eating - like I did last month (ugh!)

Baby steps are just fine - never underestimate the power of walking as excercise (especially to & from the bathroom!)

**lizwitt45** · May 17th, 2004, 05:12 PM

hello everyone, i read your comments. i work 10 am to 7 pm at a desk,and i have been going to the water cooler. i am at 200 and stuck. i too am keeping a journal. i read my old ones too. i think having each of us for support is great. i have been doing the 37.5 phen since last thursday
it has cut my appetite in half...i see small changes in my face. and belly. i read about the water, i am doing 64 oz. i also think our bodies go in shock too. mind over matter. i have split the 37.5 , due to severe headaches, it really helped. it took along time to get here to 200 and its not going to be overnight either. please lets hang in here. exercise is next. i am buying me a set of weights to work the arms. chat with you all soon. Liz

**books&stuff lover** · May 17th, 2004, 06:00 PM

Hi, Emma! Thanks for this!
When I started on Phen the first week of April, I never thought I would be able to drink that much water... I now regularly drink 68 fl.oz. or more. I have a 34 fl. oz size of water container which I keep near my desk at work and I try to finish two before I'm off from work. I've experienced that if I do not drink enough water, I have headaches...
Started taking 30 mgs. of Phen today... will see how I will do. Have taken 15 mgs. since April 1st (took 1 capsule every other day) and have lost around 10 lbs. I am afraid to take them everyday because I have moderate high blood pressure.

It surely helped me a lot because when I ******d for pants last Sunday, the L (large) size fitted me. I used to wear a size XL.

I am very glad that I found this site because it has given me more motivations in my weight loss journey ( am still travelling to get there).

Thanks a lot!

bookworm

**CaterGator** · May 18th, 2004, 02:38 AM

Mornin' everyone:
Emma, bookworm, Liz, Eva, Missus, Sam, Mel, Blake and anyone else joining us today...
Happy Tuesday!
It's looking like the end of the world outside right now, dark, windy, cloudy. I'd better get my fat white fanny outside to finish mowing the lawn before it pours. I'll check in a bit later. How is everyone?

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 18th, 2004, 06:40 AM

Day two. 6 servings down the hatch already.

Missus, yes, I thought there was a reason my father was still alive, but I have no idea what it could be. I'm not a Christian by any means, but when he was sick, I prayed he would die. I know that's not popular, but I don't understand why some people linger when they are in sick and in pain. To me, there's absolutely no justice in it whatsoever, but then again ... LOL ... I keep going in tangents, I don't believe God takes anybody at any time. I believe we create our time by how we live and how we act. My prayers are more like chants, I guess. It's all mysterious though, but that's the struggle and beauty of it!

Cater, great job on your water. I knew you were a cutie. Nice picture! We just had a sudden storm, but the sun came out. I have to mow as well. (twilight moment) I'm waiting for the grass to dry a bit. Nothing like wet grass to clog up a mower.

Eva, I am counting one serving as 8 ounces. My 12 servings is based on body weight. I could actually drink a little more and be safe, but that would be torture. LOL Thank you for the advice though! Next week I begin my exercise again. I'm looking forward to it.

Liz, it's nice to "meet" you. I'm looking forward to Onederland myself, but I need to take this slow. Glad you're joining in!

Bookworm, you look great! Congratulations on your success!

**CaterGator** · May 18th, 2004, 09:23 AM

Hey everyone,
Well, I got that grass cut before the rains came...6 glasses o' H2o dont the hatch, too! Plus 2 servings of fruit. Next week, if I;m successful at the 12 waters/day, I'm adding 5 f/v daily.
Oh, and thanks for the compliment, Emma! You're no fugly duckling yourself, girl!

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 18th, 2004, 11:46 AM

May 18th - Second Day of Water Challenge - 12 Servings Complete. (sounds like Star Trek Log)

Cater, thank you. Somewhere in the 12-week lineup, I'll be adding 5 fruits/veggies also. Slowly, but surely!

**CaterGator** · May 18th, 2004, 11:56 AM

Emma, my daughter and I would love to know where you get your animated stuff, specifially the curtsying girl.

**CaterGator** · May 18th, 2004, 12:12 PM

Or should I be addressing you as "Captain"?

**CaterGator** · May 19th, 2004, 01:54 AM

OK, officially I had 12 glasses of water yesterday, which was Day 2 of Weeek one, Water Week.

Got to dash--I am subbing today til 3:00, tanning then home. I'll check in later.

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 19th, 2004, 05:41 AM

Originally posted by CaterGator:
Or should I be addressing you as "Captain"?

This cracked me up!

I really just put in broad searches for animated gifs at google them see what comes up. I use the ones where the makers give permission, but lately I've been finding ones that are free to use, which then don't show up.

I loved the curtsying girl, but forgot where the heck I got her from! I know I was looking up flower gifs at the time though!

Great job on your water. I am working on my sixth serving now.

**missus** · May 19th, 2004, 06:26 AM

Good MOrning all. Looks like everyone is doing great. Keep it going.

Missus

BE BLESSED

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 19th, 2004, 08:17 AM

Thank you, Missus. You have such a sunny personality. Always makes me feel good just to read you.

**Ph@t** · May 19th, 2004, 08:23 AM

Ok- I'm in! How many oz per glass? Is this like 12 (measuring) cups of water? And emma- what is the link to your ebay store?

**FocusedOnFitness** · May 19th, 2004, 09:01 AM

Phat, I'm just doing one step a week until I get them all down. This week ALL I am concentrating on is getting in 12 servings of water. One serving is 8 ounces. The Lord of the Rings goblet I use is 16 ounces so I drink 6 a day and I'm done. Next week, I am adding one more healthy step to just drinking water. Hope this works because I've been reading great things about gradual lifestyle changes. Glad you're joining in with some of us!