Mtfx's Keto Log (Advice encouraged)

[JesusRaptor]

There may be a hold on this log for a little bit.

I have been suffering from severe abdominal pain and have not had a bowel movement for three days. Sorry for TMI.

I dont know what is wrong, but something is off. I have taken measures to go to the bathroom and nothing has worked. I think I will have to go to the hospital tomorrow...

Psyllium Husk is an answer.

[Limeliteshines]

There may be a hold on this log for a little bit.

I have been suffering from severe abdominal pain and have not had a bowel movement for three days. Sorry for TMI.

I dont know what is wrong, but something is off. I have taken measures to go to the bathroom and nothing has worked. I think I will have to go to the hospital tomorrow...

Thats definitely one thing that can happen VERY EASILY with this diet. Good luck to you . . I hope you feel better.

In the future I suggest you supplement with a fiber drink . . like Metamucil Clear Choice (That's the one I used before I went on my meds) and really up your veggies. Yes it will raise your carb count a bit, but most of it is not digested by the system.

Hang in there . . once you get things moving again you'll be fine.

[Bate8473]

Hey man, I'm hoping everything is going alright on your end, we are all missing you around here!

[mtfx]

Good morning boys and girls.

Wow, seriously...the most terrible 5 days of my life, and no...not joking.

Well, here it is, I am back on the horse...though, admittedly a little scared. I DO NOT want to go through that again.

I will spare the details, as I dont think anyone wants to hear about what happened, but needless to say...I am relieved now, but still experiencing a little side pain.

I will not decline on the fiber again...I started psyillium this morning. I also didnt eat for almost two days. 1) I had no desire to eat, but 2) I was afraid of adding more on top of the already not moving backup.

Breakfast ::
2 eggs, 1 chicken sausage and a sprinkle of cheese. (I am gonna take it easy)
1 Tbsp fiber.

Lunch ::
Skin on chicken breast, skin on drumstick. BROCCOLI...LOTS. 1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks.

Snack ::
1oz almonds, handful of pork rinds (I dont know how to measure those

Dinner ::

Routine ::

[drooks10]

Good morning boys and girls.

Wow, seriously...the most terrible 5 days of my life, and no...not joking.

Well, here it is, I am back on the horse...though, admittedly a little scared. I DO NOT want to go through that again.

I will spare the details, as I dont think anyone wants to hear about what happened, but needless to say...I am relieved now, but still experiencing a little side pain.

I will not decline on the fiber again...I started psyillium this morning. I also didnt eat for almost two days. 1) I had no desire to eat, but 2) I was afraid of adding more on top of the already not moving backup.

Breakfast ::
2 eggs, 1 chicken sausage and a sprinkle of cheese. (I am gonna take it easy)
1 Tbsp fiber.

Lunch ::
Skin on chicken breast, skin on drumstick. BROCCOLI...LOTS. 1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks.

Snack ::
1oz almonds, handful of pork rinds (I dont know how to measure those

Dinner ::

Routine ::

I am so glad to hear that you are alright. Now it's time to keep working, bro!!!!

[moonshinebabe33]

glad your back

[mtfx]

thanks moon!

And drooks, maybe your praying had a little effect

I appreciate the concern everyone has shown, it is very humbling.

[Limeliteshines]

Whew I'm so glad to see you back!!

I've SO been where you are (a side effect from a pain killer) and it was NOT FUN. So I definitely make sure to supplement where I need to and get my veggies in.

Glad you're ok. The cramping will go away . .it's your body trying to regulate itself again.

You also might want to look into 'Pearls' . . since we don't get much yogurt on Keto . . it's a great way to get your Probiotics. That'll also help to keep things moving along as they should.

You also might want to take it super easy on the cheese.

Glad you made it through!

[mtfx]

Whew I'm so glad to see you back!!

I've SO been where you are (a side effect from a pain killer) and it was NOT FUN. So I definitely make sure to supplement where I need to and get my veggies in.

Glad you're ok. The cramping will go away . .it's your body trying to regulate itself again.

You also might want to look into 'Pearls' . . since we don't get much yogurt on Keto . . it's a great way to get your Probiotics. That'll also help to keep things moving along as they should.

You also might want to take it super easy on the cheese.

Glad you made it through!

Aww, thanks lime Yeah, ive been concerned about the cramping, but ill take it from someone who has some experience. My gf (who was SUPER great to me during this rough time.) said to me "ive never been constipated...have you?" I answered no. She replied "Well, I dont know what it feels like...and neither do you..." which is so true...so any effect this has had...is totally new to me. So to hear that my cramping (which I still feel) will go away makes me feel better.

Pearls? I will look into this. Never really heard of them...just googled. Will pick some up.

And yeah, super easy on cheese.

[EngUAFitness]

Keep it up, lookin good so far!

[mtfx]

Good morning boys and girls.

Wow, seriously...the most terrible 5 days of my life, and no...not joking.

Well, here it is, I am back on the horse...though, admittedly a little scared. I DO NOT want to go through that again.

I will spare the details, as I dont think anyone wants to hear about what happened, but needless to say...I am relieved now, but still experiencing a little side pain.

I will not decline on the fiber again...I started psyillium this morning. I also didnt eat for almost two days. 1) I had no desire to eat, but 2) I was afraid of adding more on top of the already not moving backup.

Breakfast ::
2 eggs, 1 chicken sausage and a sprinkle of cheese. (I am gonna take it easy)
1 Tbsp fiber.

Lunch ::
Skin on chicken breast, skin on drumstick. BROCCOLI...LOTS. 1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks.

Snack ::
1oz almonds, handful of pork rinds (I dont know how to measure those

Dinner ::

Routine ::

Dinner ::
pork sausage with chopped broccoli as a stiry fry. Threw in some crushed garlic and a little coconut oil...and finished it off with a couple teaspoons of red wine vinegar. Was pretty epic.

Routine ::
Nothing. Decided to rest one more day...to not push it.

[mtfx]

Feeling much better today...MUCH...BETTER. Weighed in...a little over 2lbs in a week Not as much as I have been losing, but not bad either. 235.2 lbs

30 mins pre breakfast :: KetoCuts x2

Breakfast ::
1 chicken sausage and one almond meal muffin...yeah, saturated in heavy cream...

Lunch ::
Chicken with skin (1 thigh, 1/2 breast), broccoli with 1 Tbsp butter.

Multi x2, saw x1, fish oil x2

Snack ::
1oz almonds, 1 servings hot pork rinds

Dinner ::
Pork sausage with broccoli, 1 sliced chicken sausage and a couple tsp of crushed garlic (REALLY enjoying this dish)

Routine ::
Pullups (assisted)
5 @ 170
5 @ 155
5 @ 155

Bent over rows
5 @ 100
5 @ 100
5 @ 100

Iso lateral rows
5 @ 70 (per side)
5 @ 70 (per side)
5 @ 115 (per side)

Reverse pec dec (rear delts)
5 @ 90
5 @ 100
5 @ 100

Tri set :: lateral raises + reverse lateral raises + shoulder press
5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15
5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15
5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15 + 5 @ 15

DB shrugs
20 @ 55
20 @ 55

Cardio ::
20 mins of precor elliptical (varied resistance and crossramp through out, every two minutes)

I need to do better at tracking cals...the past week I have not, and unfortunately have no idea if I am where I need to be. I will shape up.

[Limeliteshines]

Feeling much better today...MUCH...BETTER. Weighed in...a little over 2lbs in a week Not as much as I have been losing, but not bad either. 235.2 lbs

30 mins pre breakfast :: KetoCuts x2

Breakfast ::
1 chicken sausage and one almond meal muffin...yeah, saturated in heavy cream...

Lunch ::
Chicken with skin (1 thigh, 1/2 breast), broccoli with 1 Tbsp butter.

Multi x2, saw x1, fish oil x2

Snack ::
1oz almonds, 1 servings hot pork rinds

Dinner ::

Routine ::

Congrats on the loss.

How do you like those almond meal muffins? I'm trying to see what I can cook up ahead of time and have around in case I go postal over eggs again. lol

[mtfx]

my GF made the almond meal muffins for me They are really good, but REALLY small... thats the only downside. However, in their small size, they are PACKED. If I recall...its like 20 grams of fat, as the complete recipe called for 2+cups of almond meal, 5 eggs and 5 Tbsp of oil.

They are dense...and to top it off, I just tear a chunk off and soak it in cream I would recommend trying them at least once.

You can also use almond meal as a base for pancakes I did once. it broke the monotony of eggs.

[Bate8473]

MMMM hot pork rinds, I think I pick up a bag of those 50% of the time from the gas station on my way home from work.

[mtfx]

MMMM hot pork rinds, I think I pick up a bag of those 50% of the time from the gas station on my way home from work.

wait till you get home and dip em in blue cheese or ranch

[mtfx]

Feeling really good today. Woke up late, but I went to bed late too. My traps are SO SORE today, but I LOVE it when they are. Brock lesnar, here I come!

I asked for advice on the keto board...and have decided against a carb up this week...I didnt do much, and dont think I need it. I will be looking forward to next week.

Oh...and a countdown...because this friday im seeing Peter Gabriel at the Hollywood Bowl!!! Epic.

KetoCuts x2 30 minutes before breakfast.

Breakfast ::
2 eggs scrambled, 3 slices bacon, 1/4 avocado.
2 cups coffee (2 Tbsp cream, 1 splenda)

30 minutes before lunch KetoCuts x2, CLA x2
Lunch ::
1 Knackwurst sausage, 1/4 avocado, broccoli (1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks)

Snack ::
1oz almonds, 1 serving hot pork rinds, 1 diet root beer.

Dinner ::

Routine ::
Off day.

Current macros are ::
925 calories (as of breakfast and lunch)
fat/protein/carbs
72g/37g/13g

So im a TAD off...but so far my fat cals should be 601.25, and as of now 648 cals are from fat...so a LITTLE over but not much. I never worry about protein as I figure if my fat macro is good, the protein macro is fine...and my carbs I watch. Looks like im on track for today!

[Limeliteshines]

Feeling really good today. Woke up late, but I went to bed late too. My traps are SO SORE today, but I LOVE it when they are. Brock lesnar, here I come!

I asked for advice on the keto board...and have decided against a carb up this week...I didnt do much, and dont think I need it. I will be looking forward to next week.

Oh...and a countdown...because this friday im seeing Peter Gabriel at the Hollywood Bowl!!! Epic.

KetoCuts x2 30 minutes before breakfast.

Breakfast ::
2 eggs scrambled, 3 slices bacon, 1/4 avocado.
2 cups coffee (2 Tbsp cream, 1 splenda)

30 minutes before lunch KetoCuts x2, CLA x2
Lunch ::
1 Knackwurst sausage, 1/4 avocado, broccoli (1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks)

Snack ::
1oz almonds, 1 serving hot pork rinds, 1 diet root beer.

Dinner ::

Routine ::
Off day.

Current macros are ::
925 calories (as of breakfast and lunch)
fat/protein/carbs
72g/37g/13g

So im a TAD off...but so far my fat cals should be 601.25, and as of now 648 cals are from fat...so a LITTLE over but not much. I never worry about protein as I figure if my fat macro is good, the protein macro is fine...and my carbs I watch. Looks like im on track for today!

Yeah no worries there man. Remember, it's generally good to fluctuate on your calories anyway . . . tends to keep your body guessing.

I was actually reading about this new fad . . made me laugh a little but it makes a little bit of sense too . . called the Every Other Day Diet. It's basically intermittent fasting. Very interesting! I wouldn't do it, but it might have just convinced me to do some calorie cycling.

Doin great man! I'm off to go enjoy the sunshine we have. We don't get sunshine here very often so I'm a bit giddy about it.

Oh and hey .. did you post the almond meal muffin recipe in the recipes section? Would you mind sharing if you haven't? I have a GREAT recipe for pancakes that I'm going to try (the lady says they are the closest thing to fluffy pancakes she's ever tried) and they use almond meal so I'm pretty excited. Fun on Saturday morning!

[Limeliteshines]

bahahaha never mind. I should probably check my PM's huh??!?!! Thanks!!

[mtfx]

bahahaha never mind. I should probably check my PM's huh??!?!! Thanks!!

of course.

[Bate8473]

Feel free to send me that almond meal recipe too, if you don't mind of course!



p.s. saw your weight stats, 10 lbs in 5 weeks, 2 lbs/week!!!!! That is awesome bud!

[mtfx]

Wow...what a terrible day. Didnt follow the plan AT ALL.

Didnt get to the gym until 1pm...and I didnt eat at all before. No breakfast. What a bad boy I am.

Did my routine which was as follows

Routine ::
Hammer Curls + skulls
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65

BB curls + close grip bench
1x6 @ 40 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 45 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 50 + 1x6 @ 65

Cable Curls
1x6 @ 100
1x6 @ 100
1x6 @ 100

Tri extension
1x6 @ 110
1x6 @ 120
1x6 @ 130

Cable cross
1x6 @ 35
1x6 @ 35
1x6 @ 35

Dips (assisted)
1x6 @ 140
1x6 @ 140
1x6 @ 140

Incline press
1x6 @ 60
1x6 @ 70
1x6 @ 70

I got home, had my protein about an hour later.

I didnt actually eat until 4pm, had 1 knackwurst.

I didnt keep track of the time, but ate an oz of almonds, a few pork rinds.

Dinner ::
3oz pork sausage stir fryed with 1 cup broccoli, a few tsp of gralic and red wine vinegar.

Desert ::
2oz cream cheese, 3 Tbsp cream 1 splenda.

TERRIBLE eating day. GREAT workout.

[mtfx]

Ketocuts x2, 30 mins before breakfast.

Breakfast ::
3 eggs, pinch of cheese and 3 bacon.

Ketocuts x2, 30 mins before lunch.
Lunch ::
1 knackwurst, 1 cup broccoli with 1Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks.


Snack ::
1oz almonds

Dinner ::
Peter gabriel superceded dinner, though I did have 1/2 a knackwurst and an almond muffin around 12am

Routine ::
Off day.

[Limeliteshines]

Wow...what a terrible day. Didnt follow the plan AT ALL.

Didnt get to the gym until 1pm...and I didnt eat at all before. No breakfast. What a bad boy I am.

Did my routine which was as follows

Routine ::
Hammer Curls + skulls
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 27.5 + 1x6 @ 65

BB curls + close grip bench
1x6 @ 40 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 45 + 1x6 @ 65
1x6 @ 50 + 1x6 @ 65

Cable Curls
1x6 @ 100
1x6 @ 100
1x6 @ 100

Tri extension
1x6 @ 110
1x6 @ 120
1x6 @ 130

Cable cross
1x6 @ 35
1x6 @ 35
1x6 @ 35

Dips (assisted)
1x6 @ 140
1x6 @ 140
1x6 @ 140

Incline press
1x6 @ 60
1x6 @ 70
1x6 @ 70

I got home, had my protein about an hour later.

I didnt actually eat until 4pm, had 1 knackwurst.

I didnt keep track of the time, but ate an oz of almonds, a few pork rinds.

Dinner ::
3oz pork sausage stir fryed with 1 cup broccoli, a few tsp of gralic and red wine vinegar.

Desert ::
2oz cream cheese, 3 Tbsp cream 1 splenda.

TERRIBLE eating day. GREAT workout.

Hey man. . . not such a terrible day. Remember it's good to switch things up now and again . . so a light eating day is actually good for ya. You had a good workout, you felt strong . . that's all that's important!

I'm actually thinking of consciously calorie cycling starting after my carb up Sunday .. to see if that helps.

So see. . you just calorie cycled!

[mtfx]

Wow...It just kind of hit me. 38 days on keto...and Im still kickin. I dont know why, but it seems a little weird to me. Maybe because this is the first time I have been so serious about weight loss, that I am still on an actual diet?

Ketocuts x2 30 mins before breakfast
Breakfast ::
2 eggs, 3 slices bacon. 2 cups of coffee (2Tbsp cream, 2 splenda, 1 for each cup).

Ketocuts x2 15 mins before lunch.
Lunch ::
1 cup broccoli (1 Tbsp butter, 4 dashes franks), 1 knackwurst (LOVE this sausage!)

Snack ::
1oz almonds, 1 diet rootbeer

Dinner ::


Routine ::

[moonshinebabe33]

How are you finding the Ketocuts? Are they helping?

[mtfx]

How are you finding the Ketocuts? Are they helping?

I weighed myself this morning...but didnt want to post it, but um....231.5...I started supplementing with the ketocuts and that is the only thing that has changed in my regime...and the loss from monday morning till now...thats a huge drop.

So...with that, you be the judge

[moonshinebabe33]

I weighed myself this morning...but didnt want to post it, but um....231.5...I started supplementing with the ketocuts and that is the only thing that has changed in my regime...and the loss from monday morning till now...thats a huge drop.

So...with that, you be the judge

Wow that's really good. Hey don't worry I supplement myself all the time and was curious as to ketocuts. I've just started using cellucor D4/d7 and
this morning I'm powered up during my depletion
workout. It's fab!!!

X

[mtfx]

Happiness comes in small amounts, and today...it is in the form of sugar free maple syrup on keto pancakes. Seriously, hits the spot. For some reason, I have been CRAVING pancakes...and will eat boat loads on wednesday (carb up)

Routine ::
Squats
1x5 @ 135
1x5 @ 135
1x5 @ 185

Deads
1x5 @ 185
1x5 @ 185
1x5 @ 185

Ok...in my squat set, this woman...who sounded like a man impatiently waves me down, I pull an earbud out and respond "yes?"

Her: How many more sets?
Me: 5.
Her: So why are you here then? Are you doing them or not?
Mind you, I JUST walked away from my finished set...and was walking to the clock for my minute count.
Me: Uh...make indignant look at her yeah...Im just looking at the clock.
Her: impatiently yeah yeah, so how long? How many minutes?
Me: I stare at her for about 10 seconds, and in a long drawn out tone. Ill be done...when...im done.

For some reason, this really pissed me off. She was obnoxious, bossy...and when she DID get in the squat rack, she was half assing her squats (if you want to call them that). I train hard, I still may not LOOK like it, but I bust my ass. Her attitude got me revved...comebacks are all in hindsight...I think I would have been a bit more rude.

Leg extentions
1x5 @ 100
1x5 @ 120
1x5 @ 140

Leg Curls
1x5 @ 100
1x5 @ 100
1x5 @ 100

Seated Calf Raises
1x15 @ 90
1x15 @ 115
1x15 @ 115

Cardio ::
30 mins on precor, varying resistance and crossramp.

I hit gym before eating on thursday, so I am just sitting down to some keto pancakes at 1:30... Maybe I should eat first?

4 keto panckes, sugar free syrup. 2 Tbsp butter. Coffee, 2 Tbsp cream 1 splenda.

Snacked on some almonds and pork rinds.

Dinner was great! 4 meatballs stuffed with blue cheese and green beans with garlic...so nom.

[THEMANBEAST]

Did not know you had a log. In.