Hi, I'm 10 days into the diet, and I've lost 5 lbs. I won't feel like I've accomplished anything until I've gone down in jean size, though. I have also been exercising as well - yoga and walking. I know I need to add strength training, but have been too lazy thus far. I have kept up the yoga and walking though for 32 days straight. I need to get out and hike. I sometimes do a trail that is 3.5 miles long which takes me 1 1/2 hours. Has anyone had any experience with hiking while on this diet? My husband talked to a friend last night who is going to do the Appalachian Trail, and he knows of someone who lost 80 lbs that way.

Today, I cheated for the first time, but don't really feel too guilty. I had 3 pieces of Valentine's candy - total 13.5 carbs. By the time I do dinner, I will still have had under 25 - 30 carbs for the day. My keytone stip earlier tested about as purple as it can get.

Also, does anyone have any experience with the diet patch?

Thanks,
Jerri

WOW! The moment I read your post I went to google this Trail. I have had a long time dream, to do the Oregon Trail:-))
There are many LC hikers here, go to the exercise forums, and post a message there too:-))