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[MrTryIt]

Just joined and had heard there are a lot of guys doing this program. I checked this area out and it's so quiet!!
It's my first week and so far it's going pretty good. I miss my steaks, chicken and pork that took up 1/2 to 3/4 of the plate!!! But the food is pretty good. Don't think I have eaten this many vegetables and fruits in one week ever!
Trying to get down to about 160 from 206. Tried Atkins which worked well and was approved by my Dr. (have diabetes) and it made a big difference, but was so hard to stick with (not convenient at all). South Beach wasn't bad, but portion control was an issue. This seemed like the right balance with all the work done for me. It is pricey, but you get what you pay for
So come on guys, I could use a friend or 2 to get through this

[KevinK]

You're right MrTryIt, I've been lurking for a few days, but I should be posting here. Sounds like everyone is trying hard and succeeding! I need to increase my exercise level to keep my losses consistent, but as with everything, time is an issue. I was on JC about 15 yrs ago and the exercise program led me to working up to becoming a half-marathon runner. Portion control became my downfall and I became the man I see today. Determined to lose this poundage to hopefully reduce my cholesterol, triglycerides, etc., and eventually my B/P. Party On!

[Digby]

The ease of the program is what keeps me coming back time after time. I could eat the same type frozen dinners and lunches using Lean Cuisine, Healthy Choice, or other such things right from the supermarket, but having to weigh in every week gives me the motivation I need. I know while on the program I spent LESS per week on food than when I am eating as I want to! Lost 2 pounds this week.

[GL40]

Hey guys!
I too have been lurking here for a couple of weeks. This is my 3rd week on JC and things are going great. This seems like a lot of food to eat and my stomach was not happy during the first week, but has since calmed down.
I started at 260 in Jan. 2006. I joined ediets.com and lost about 40 lbs, then I quit. I gained about 13 lbs back and started ediets again in Jan. of this year. I lost about 16 lbs and hit a brick wall. I just could not lose any more. My wife and I joined JC and I have lost 4.6lbs. This is exactly what I needed. The meals are so easy and I don't have to cook them in advance.

[MrTryIt]

Well this is the start of Week 2. Went Saturday for the consult. According to them I lost 5.4 lbs!! The food is pretty good and I am actually spending less per week on JC than I did on regular food. Feeling better this week too with more energy. The best part is my glucose levels (type II diabetes) have dropped significantly.
I thought I might have issues with that because of the increased sugar/carbs.
A strange question, did anyone else find that they were urinating ALOT when they first started? I know its not related to high sugar levels as I test regularly. I figure its the water loss from the decrease in calories and increase in liquid intake.

[GL40]

MrTryIt,
I also had that experience with the water loss. The only thing I can think of is the low amount of salt that we take in. I never have been a big salt eater, but all of the food that I was eating was loaded with the stuff. I didn't find that out until I actually started reading the labels on my food.

[Ham Guy]

Hey I'm a new guy in the program. Now in second week. Down 8.4 lbs after 1st week. Whoopie. Only 82 more pounds to go.
My motivation to get started was a visit to my doctor where my weight had balooned to the highest in my life (280) plus my BP was 170. That scared the crap out of me. I was at JC before the day was over. BTW spouse also joined so we are doing it together.

[JPD]

Hello. I've been around since 2 jan 07. Nice to see some other guys posting on here. I've done pretty good so far and still going. Had a bad one last week but I was on vacation for a few days visiting the family. But the trick is to get back on track as soon as you can and that is what I did. Talk to you later I have pancakes to eat...

[Digby]

Had a really good week this week! Lost 5 pounds doing nothing more than usual. Off to Las Vegas on Wed., but will get back on the program when I return. Lost 25 pounds since rejoining in. Feb.

[No_Longer_a_Big_Chief]

Hello all,
I am still around also, don't log-in often but still on the program with my wife. I am down to 204 lbs. Not making much progress anymore very fast, but just came back from a week at Disney World and only gained 2.4 lbs, which is far better then I would have done prior to JC.
BTW: Have you tried the new Tripple Chocolate Cheese cake yet? WOW!
I don't mind the smaller size portions or the vegiatables, but I miss the sweets so much, that is my down fall.

[ManageTheCycle]

You're not alone, although I'd have to say the proportion of women to men I see at the center is probably 4:1.
I've been on JC for just under a year, and am going into maintenance phase (net loss 65). I've been enjoying bicycle commuting and have joined a club for longer rides on the weekends. I've also rediscovered inline skates, those are good for firming up the muscles too.
Of course the winning recipe balances eating with burning, and my key discovery has been fruits for breakfast, raw vegetables for lunch, and steamed vegetables for dinner. The "main course" is just a spotlight on the stage, compared to its former size.
-- Trevor

[JPD]

Lost 2.6 lbs this week. Finally on the way down again. How is everyone else doing?

[MrTryIt]

Congrats on the successes!! I thought it was gonna be a bad week for me. Started out with my Birthday!! Go out for dinner every year and usually endulge quite a bit. I found it easy to stick with the plan - had lemon-crusted salmon, asked for half the usual portion of mashed 'taters and extra steamed veggies and had half a slice of cheesecake (jenny sized!!)
Then was Easter (the next day! ) but was good and only did a little extra off the plan. Went out with a group from work to a local casino and hit the buffet - but managed to stick with mostly veggies (added 2 fried shrimp and one slice of turkey) with sugar free desert.
Had my weigh in yesterday and I lost 2.8lbs!!
I really thought i was in trouble!! I am really feeling good about this plan. Had some blood work done and my A1c (type II diabetic) was at 6.3 and that's a number my doctor liked.
My triglycerides unfortunately have gone up about 200
So had to do some menu changes - got rid of some of the items with high fructose corn syrup and hyrogenated oils and will substitute with more fruit/high fiber snacks. All in all a good week considering. 10 pounds lost to date...I am happy!!

[djp4him]

Gentlemen,glad to see there are others out there like me. Seemed kind of funny when my wife suggested we try JC together but I figured it was worth a try since everything else I have tried hasn't worked. We started a month ago and I have lost just over 11 pounds (weigh-in is tomorrow...wish me luck). I have found the food to be very good and surpised that I can actually feel full on such a small portion of food. I too, as one of you stated above, have a hard time working in the exercise. I have started trying to get out and walk at lunch time on my work days. It doesn't always work out for me but am doing it as much as possible. We do have an exercise machine at home but just got to get myself motivated to get on it. I have however been doing alot more yard work and trying to take care of things around the house.
I started out at 315, am a diabetic (btw, my blood sugar has been great since starting JC)and had a blood clot a year ago and have to take blood thinners. The green veggies are bad for me as they contain alot of vitamin K which thickens your blood. I have been trying to work around eating so many greens and as of today I was still within my goal for my blood measurement.
My doctor wants me to get down to 160. I am 5'7" and haven't been 160 since sometime in the early to mid 80's when I was in the Navy or maybe even back to high school in the late 70's. I have a long road to walk here and just hope that the cost of the food doesn't hold us back. So far we have been able to afford it but it is getting a little harder each week. We are christians and believe that the Lord wants us to lose this weight and will help us through this by providing the finances we need.
Again, nice to see there are more men out here and maybe we can encourage each other and keep this going so we all can reach our goal weight!

[Ham Guy]

This is my 2nd post. Just finishing week 3 and I am down 15 lbs. I have been pretty busy so the calories out have been significant. Don't expect this rate to last much longer.
Saw my doctor today and my BP was down to 130/84. A sigh of relief. Have not had too many food challenges yet. This weekend we are off to a RV weekend with our club friends. If you know anything about the RV community then you know they like to eat. Fortunately my wife is on the program as well as one other camper. We may all have to hold hands to get through this challenge.

[Someonehasmyname]

Howdy. Just signed-up today and had my first meal tonight. Meatloaf is quite tasty. Looking forward to bending over again.

[GL40]

Hey guys!
I'm into my fourth week and have lost 13.1 lbs.
I love the food. My consultant dropped me to 1500 calories per day. It is a little less food, but I am adjusting.
I can't wait to get under 200 lbs.

[djp4him]

Just finished week 4 today. Weighed in and measured, I have lost 15 pounds & 7 inches. 298lbs the first time I have been below 300 for quite some time! Woohoo!! Actually, my counselor had me verbally say goodbye to to 300. I am so amazed at how easy this has been so far. I know the time is coming when I may plateau but my faith in God will get me through those times. I believe that God wants me to lose this weight and will make it possible for me to remain on the program and lose the additonal 138lbs that I need to lose! I hope I don't offend anyone with my speaking about God but I do believe in God and the miraculous things that he can do in a persons life. He is the one who gets me through my tough times and amazingly is always there when I need a shoulder to lean on. Have a great day!

[Someonehasmyname]

I'm still in my first week and just getting into the routine but I like this plan and really like the food. I've seen several people talk about the cost but I did some quick math in my head and determined that my wife and I are saving a lot on JC.
We were chronic eat-outers, especially on the weekends. We spend less with Jenny for the week than we spent just on weekends eating out before. I told my wife today that money we save is going into a vacation account so I can show her off on some beach. (And not feel self conscious myself). LOL

[djp4him]

Someonehasmyname, We are actually spending more than what we would normally pay for food but from the results we have seen so far, I think it is money well spent. I told my wife that when we each reach our goal weight that I would take her somewhere with beautiful sandy beaches. I am looking forward to it so much! I still have 138 lbs to go but thinking about the reward at the end is giving me such a desire to exercise more and stick to the program.