3/5/23 Food Log
Once again, I didn't have dinner, I had a snack around 3 pm and wasn't hungry for lunch until dinner time. I was indignant about the book I read on intermittent fasting, talking about only two meals, but it's all I've been hungry for lately.
And I was fine last night and this morning after skipping dinner yesterday. Not overly hungry.
Max is having no part of intermittent fasting, he'll have treats any time.
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Is Tumblr anything like it used to be?
So back in 2013-2014 I had amassed over 40,000 followers here on Tumblr with my blog, “Road to 130”. It was a weight loss blog where I had shared my progress, my workouts, my keto recipes, and made a lot of friends along the way.
Now here we are, ten years later, and I’m giving this another shot. I wear many hats. Aside from being a wife and a mom, I have been a painter, a photographer, a tarot reader (had over 70k TikTok followers thanks to my readings, and no, I wasn’t the type who insisted your ex desperately wanted you back), a tattoo artist (on myself! I’ve given myself over 50 tattoos), and now I have an interest in learning how to bake.
I had my second child in 2016, and gained back twenty of the forty pounds I had lost during my Tumblr days. I maintained that new weight by primarily eating a ketogenic diet, but at the beginning of 2023 I decided that I wanted to get back to where I was ten years ago. I began intermittent fasting, and it changed my life.
At the start of the year I bounced around 155-158 lbs, and now I’m at 136. I achieved this by doing ADF, or Alternate Day Fasting, in combination with keto. For those who don’t know, keto is eating very few carbs. I keep my net carbs below 30 grams a day. My fasts are usually 36 hrs long, but I also enjoy throwing in a 56 hr fast once a week or so.
Aside from the obvious weight loss, it has proved to be incredibly beneficial in so many ways. I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and instead of experiencing bad anxiety several times a week, I have only had three anxiety attacks TOTAL since the end of February, which is when I started fasting regularly. My skin is the clearest it has ever been, and my seasonal allergies that usually plague me every year have literally been nonexistent.
I have no social media at all, except for Reddit and now this. Is it what it used to be, though? Do people still interact with others, or is it just mindless reposts from other websites, bots, and advertisements? I’d love to hear from anyone who may be out there reading this!
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Why do some people fail to gain weight?
Hey there, friends! Today, let's dive into a topic that doesn't always get as much attention as weight loss: the struggle to gain weight. 💪 While many folks are on a journey to shed those extra pounds, there are others who find themselves facing a different challenge altogether: trying to pack on some healthy weight.
So, why do some people fail to gain weight, despite their best efforts? Well, just like weight loss, it's not always as straightforward as it seems. There are a variety of factors at play, both internal and external, that can make it difficult to tip the scales in the right direction.
One common roadblock is a fast metabolism. 🏃♂️ Some people are blessed with a metabolism that burns through calories at lightning speed, making it a constant struggle to consume enough food to keep up. No matter how much they eat, they just can't seem to put on the pounds.
Then there's the issue of appetite. For some folks, getting enough calories down the hatch is easier said than done. Whether it's due to a busy schedule, stress, or simply a lack of interest in food, they struggle to eat enough to support weight gain.
Of course, there are also medical conditions that can interfere with weight gain. From thyroid disorders to gastrointestinal issues, certain health conditions can make it difficult for the body to absorb nutrients properly, leading to unintentional weight loss or difficulty gaining weight.
And let's not overlook the role of genetics. Just as some people are predisposed to being lean, others may have a genetic makeup that makes it harder for them to put on weight. While genetics aren't destiny, they can certainly play a significant role in our body composition and metabolism.
But here's the good news: just like with weight loss, there are strategies that can help you overcome the challenges of gaining weight. It may require some trial and error, and a bit of patience, but it is possible.
For starters, focus on nutrient-dense foods that pack a calorie punch. 🥑🍗 Incorporate plenty of healthy fats, lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates into your diet to fuel your body and support muscle growth. And don't forget to listen to your body and give it the rest and recovery it needs to build strength and size.
So, if you've found yourself struggling to gain weight, know that you're not alone. Be patient with yourself, stay consistent with your efforts, and remember that progress takes time. With dedication, perseverance, and a bit of strategic eating, you can achieve your weight gain goals and feel confident and strong in your body. You've got this! 💪🍔👊
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3/2/23 Food Log
Mealtimes were messed up today cos of company who said they weren't hungry , even at 7pm (after having been here all freaking afternoon) and wouldn't take the fucking hint to either EAT or LEAVE.
Not sure if I'll make my 16 hours fasting time tomorrow cos of eating later tonight.
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Eating for the Win: The Best Diets for Serious Runners
Eating for the Win: The Best Diets for Serious Runners
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Ugh. Eggs.
I'm on the third-and likely last- day of my egg fast. Definitely haven't seen the dramatic "post Thanksgiving" carb-induced water weight drop off this time around.
My weight on day #2?
130 lbs. An increase. I was tempted to jump ship, but figured that there were some menstrual-related fluctuations at play. I dutifully ate all of the omelets, cheese, chaffles, and hard boiled eggs I had prepared for my work day.
My weight this morning was 128.9 lbs.
While certainly not as successful- nor as motivating- as my previous egg fast, I did at least come away with some new recipes. "Egg loafs" were NOT amongst my successes. (All that butter and cream cheese, just for it to taste like... wet, eggy disappointment? Zero stars. Never again.)
I will almost certainly be making chaffles again, though. And I even started experimenting with copy-cat recipes to make those "Egglife Wraps," and found out that if I blast my egg whites in a blender with some xanthan gum and vanilla, they make for a decent... "pancake adjacent" wrap. Still a little eggy for sure, but dusted with cinnamon and sugar-free maple syrup? Not bad.
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