So, I’m two weeks into the weight-loss phase of Dr. D’s program, and I’m very angry with myself. I didn’t even want to write this blog last week. I’m going to start with some whining, complaining, and some self-deprecation, so skip the next paragraph if you don’t want to hear me piss and moan.
Whining, Complaining, and Self-Deprecation
I did so well during the detox phase. I knew what I could and couldn’t eat, and I just did it. Then everything changed. I spent two days eating high-fat foods as directed by Dr. D. That part I prepared for. For days, I thought about what I’d eat and what restaurants I would go to.
However, I wasn’t prepared for the weight-loss phase. I was really busy at the time that it started. I didn’t have the right food in the house. I was going out to eat a lot or grabbing something fast. I promised myself I was going to walk every day; that lasted all of about four days. I was discouraged and frustrated and overwhelmed.
I think I’m an all-or-nothing kind of gal, which made the detox easier for me.
Results
The first week of the weight-loss phase I gained .2 pounds and the second week, I lost 2 pounds. Dr. D said that all my numbers were better than when I started the program, but they weren’t changing as quickly as he had hoped.
Here are my numbers for the first two weeks of the weight-loss phase (I can’t believe I’m sharing these with you).
| Week 1 | Week 2 | |
| Weight | 177.2 | 175.2 |
| BMI | 30.4 | 30.1 |
| Body Fat Percentage | 46.3 | 46.9 |
| Skeletal Muscle Percentage | 23 | 22.4 |
| Resting Metabolism | 1497 | 1485 |
| Body Age | 62 | 62 |
| Visceral Fat Level | 10 | 10 |
I do want to mention here that, at this point I’ve lost 11 pounds total, my wedding band fits again, and I can even get into some clothing that did not fit me at the beginning of the summer.
Moving Forward
I think being more active is the key to my weight-loss. Like Dr. D. explained during the intro class – The more muscle I have, the more calories I’ll burn, the more calories I burn, the more weight I’ll lose (or the more food I can eat without gaining weight).
The walking thing didn’t work for me, and I get the impression that I don’t have to start with something that time-consuming. Dr. D. showed me a few quick exercises that I can do if I have just five minutes. It’s more about resistance than aerobic exercise. I’d still like to walk more regularly, but while I continue to be this busy with work, I WILL MAKE TIME for the 5 minutes of exercises twice a day. We’ll see if I do it consistently, if that will be enough to move those numbers more quickly.
I already stocked the fridge with fruits, veggies, chicken, and fish. I bought a steamer for the vegetables as Dr. D. recommended. I will do my best to avoid going out to eat; however, my birthday is next Wednesday – I’m just sayin’. Dr. D. said if I don’t follow his plan to the letter 1 or 2 meals a week, I should be fine.
The Biggest Challenge
Going out to eat is probably THE biggest challenge to this program. You’d be surprised how difficult it can be to get one protein, one fruit, and one vegetable at a restaurant. Some of my meals last week included…
- An egg salad sandwich without the bread and French onion soup
- A roast beef and cheese sandwich with tomatoes without the bread and watermelon on the side
- A scrambled egg and half a melon
- A ham and cheese sandwich without the bread, a banana, and a cup of tomato soup
Are there any tricks you would like to share that worked for you during this phase?
For Your Health,
Dr. Leo McCormick, Dr. Darryl Hajduczek, and Dr. Leslie Freeman