Hi christina! I have a strawberry meal bar for lunch and
breakfast..sometimes i have a banana with it but no toast? I just drink alot of
water and have a healthy dinner with maybe chicken and always a salad. I do
curves 5 days a week and i love it. It is nice to hang out with the ladies for
about 45 minutes in the morning and the excercise makes me feel so good mentally
and physically. but i never have toast? sometimes if i get hungry between meals
i will have the snack bar with protien ofcourse. I heard that a protien diet is
good to lose weight and it works for me..have a great day
-- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Christina Kenney <christina.kenney@...>
wrote:
>
> Hi kathy...can you share how you do your diet...is it two meals a day...can
you eat a toast in between...hope you will share...may God bless you.  Christina
>
>

i didnt know they had shakes?when did they come out with thoses

>
> --- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "karreckner" <karreckner@> wrote:
> >
> > Has any one tried the new meal shakes by specialk? If yes how are they and
what do you think about them.    Karen
> >
>

Hi I'm new too and was wondering the same as i don't have access to all the
special k products. Can anyone help with recipe that are tasty as well as
healthy.


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "manders1112" <manders1112@...> wrote:
>
> I think I pretty much have this diet plan down, however I do have a few
questions. The snacks between meals, does that HAVE to be a special k bar or a
protein drink, or can it be fruit or something of that nature?

Yes def. do the challenge! I used to dance competitively and ate what ever I
wanted. Now, although I work out about 3-4 days a week and still dance, Im not
nearly as active as I used to be so eating a bunch of junk food isnt what I need
to stay in shape. I started the Special K challenge about a month ago and it has
helped immensly! I
lost 5 pounds :) And ive continued to keep the weight off even though I havent
been as active as usual because of exams! So yes, this diet is def. something
that has proven helpful (and yummy)!


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "vinushah_3d" <vinushah_3d@...> wrote:
I have exams going on right now, so I am planning on taking the Specialk
challenge to maintain my weight during the exams. Is the specialk challenge
suitable for me? And will I lose weight?
>

HELLO EVERYONE THIS MY FIRST TIME DOING THE SPECIAL K. SO IM KINDA NERVEOUS BUT
I'M LOOKING TO LOSE 25 POUNDS BY JULY!! DO YOU THINK ITS POSSIBLE AND IF YOU
HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS PLEASE TELL ME. HELP!!!

I have a couple of suggestions. First, crystal light, it comes in a variety of
flavors and small packs to pour into water bottles. Also, I enjoy Green Tea from
Arizona. Thats one of my favorites. Also, I brew lipton tea and add splenda
sugar and put it in a pitcher to make it a 10 calorie sweet tea! And ofcourse
those are alternatives to diet soda.

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "nataliesarahb" <nataliesarahb@...> wrote:
>
> I love water that is all I drink, but I dont know what else to drink that is
healthy and does not have a ton of calories. Does anyone have any ideas?
>

I have only tried the chocolate so far, but I think they are delicious, and
filling! Would deff. recommend them! I was looking forward to my shake everyday.
Good Luck!
Ali

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "karreckner" <karreckner@...> wrote:
>
> Has any one tried the new meal shakes by specialk? If yes how are they and
what do you think about them.    Karen
>

Hey, I'm 20 years old as well, and have the same problem as you. Eating poorly
during exams!! I lost 8 pounds already from special k. Try it! It's affordable
for girls like us in college and easy to follow. Just make sure you get some
fruit and veggies to snack on because the first week you might feel hungry.
Also, if you have no time to cook a healthy dinner try lean cousine, weight
watchers, or south beach for dinner. It's easy and healthy and mobile if your on
the go.  The only thing that will help with the flabbiness is working out, try
something small like just lifting small weight while watching tv or laying in
bed at night. I got a couple of work out videos like dance cardio and body burn
yoga. I hate working out, but these videos are only 20 minutes, I don't have to
leave the house, and they're actually fun! Anyway, good luck! It worked for me,
so if you stick to it there no reason why it wont work for you!

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "vinushah_3d" <vinushah_3d@...> wrote:
>
> I'm a 20 year old, studying girl. And although my BMI has been calculated to
be normal (23.88) , I have a very flabby body. Especially the waist and arms. I
usually put on weight during exam time as I dont get time to workout and have to
sit most of the time. I have exams going on right now, so I am planning on
taking the Specialk challenge to maintain my weight during the exams. Is the
specialk challenge suitable for me? And will I lose weight?
>

I wanted my hello to be different =D Well I'm Chrissie and im starting my diet
here with the specail k diet..I'm at 220, ive had 3 c-sections and they have
kicked my butt..I've never technically dieted before only excersized and ive
never been one to eat badly or overeat..i am not into sweets very much and i eat
less than the kids most times! lol! But my excersize deminished and along with
that my energy..so i am now doing this and forcing my butt up for real excersize
besides chasing the kids.cleaning my house, and trips to walmart.. lol..as they
are all in school now, i finally have some free time to focus on me ...I'm a 29
year old mama of 4 (2 are mine, Lizzie and Willie 9 and 6; 2 my fiances Dannie
and Stephie 10 and 8)and engaged to the most handsome man in the world and were
getting married on 10-10-10 and i want to be back to healthy and fit by then
*crossing my fingers* nice to meet you all :)

Chrissie

Good Morning special k'ers, its 7a.m where i  live and i just got done getting
ready for work. i go in at 7:30. and since my job is is only a 7 min drive, i
have time to get on her and great all you people. i just wanted to say that i
read so many topics in here that i have always related to and i admire every
single one of you! with my reaching over 30 pounds of weight loss now ,i look at
myself and think, i can do more.  Do you ever feel that way?? yesterday and the
gym i burned more calories in half an hour than i ever have before.Have you ever
pushed yourself just alittle more??? well all i wanted to do was start a topic
and let everyone know that you are all very strong minded people,and to the ones
that get frustrated and confused, i think you are the strongest,not only for
what you do, but because you come on here and ask for help, so you have more
courage than you think.so im gonna leave you now with hope you have a good
morning and a good day. ill check up soon, so get back to me.
ALWAYS,                                                                     LIZ

I would say just watch your intake.  Special K is suitable for anyone trying to
lose weight because you're just eating cereal.  And of course a healthy
dinner/lunch.  Especially if you won't have much time for vigorous exercise. 
Good luck on your exams!
--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "vinushah_3d" <vinushah_3d@...> wrote:
>
> I'm a 20 year old, studying girl. And although my BMI has been calculated to
be normal (23.88) , I have a very flabby body. Especially the waist and arms. I
usually put on weight during exam time as I dont get time to workout and have to
sit most of the time. I have exams going on right now, so I am planning on
taking the Specialk challenge to maintain my weight during the exams. Is the
specialk challenge suitable for me? And will I lose weight?
>

SPECIAL K SMOOTHIES?? Wow, ive never heard of those. sounds like they might be
good for like a snack!!


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "laurie42177@..." <laurie42177@...> wrote:
>
> Has anyone had the Special K Smoothie's yet???  And if so, how are they??  
And what do they replace?  a meal or a snack??
>

I have tried every diet...It's been hard for me since I was a kid...my dad is
very fit but my whole mom's side is obese..I weight like 165 to 172 and I was
only able to lose 30 lbs. on the vegan Atkins diet before kids...now that I have
a 5 yr old and 3 yr old boys it's been so hard for me...I am on the 1200
calories a day doing everything with special k cereals and salads w little
dressings and veggie burgers since I'm vegan we usually crave Carbs but I
haven't eaten anything bad in a really long time.....Im also doing cardio at the
gym for 35 to 40 min and weights for 45 and sauna for 15 min......

Ice tea or even diet cokes.

Sharla

(Moderator's note:  Diet Cokes are NOT healthy.  People are free to drink/not
drink them, but to state that they are "healthy" is inaccurate.)

On Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 4:29 PM, nataliesarahb <nataliesarahb@...>wrote:
> I love water that is all I drink, but I dont know what else to drink that
> is healthy and does not have a ton of calories. Does anyone have any ideas?
>
>
>

I think I pretty much have this diet plan down, however I do have a few
questions. The snacks between meals, does that HAVE to be a special k bar or a
protein drink, or can it be fruit or something of that nature? I'm just
wondering so I don't screw this up like I have so many diets before. I'm so glad
I found this group. It's nice to have the extra support. Thanks in advance!!

Mandie

I started on Special K diet the end of January and have lost 18 lbs.  About
a month ago I went off of it and tried a different diet and just went back
on Special K a couple of weeks ago.

Sharla

Tea and especially green tea is an excellent alternative to water!  Drinking it
plain would be the best, ie  no calories.  However if you're drinking it hot,
adding a little honey to it wouldn't hurt.  Honey has antioxidants and is
actuall good for you!  But if you're buying bottle iced tea, unsweetened, or
lemon would be the best option!

Danielle

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "nataliesarahb" <nataliesarahb@...> wrote:
>
> I love water that is all I drink, but I dont know what else to drink that is
healthy and does not have a ton of calories. Does anyone have any ideas?
>

Great idea about taking your healthy snacks with you.  What motivation!

________________________________
From: e.gonzales41 <e.gonzales41@...>
so i grabbed sandwitch bags and put baby carrots and in another bag i put
roasted peanuts. and when we got to the movies, i only ordered a diet coke. they
were wonderful snacks and i didnt even have to think about the junk food.

i cathy, my name is Natalie. I'm very happy for you that you lost 10lbs, but in
my opinion you are not early near enough calories. you may lose it now but you
will hit a plateo. You should eat 5 small meals a day around 300 a meal can be
less, then gradually add more if you are working out your body needs to fuel it
self. good luck though.

________________________________
From: clowny girl <cathrona@...>

i eat a strawberry meal bar  for breakfast and lunch and then eat a good dinner 
and yes i have about 9 hershey kisses before bed all though not every night but
i do not deprive my self of anything!!! I also go to Curves 5 days a week and
love whats happening to my body!!!!!

hiya!!my names lizzy, and to answer your question,,YES!!! you will lose weight
from the special k diet, i have already lost 30 pounds!!! and im still going. so
try it out and see how delicious it is, i wish you great luck and success!!!keep
in touch..   lizzy


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "vinushah_3d" <vinushah_3d@...> wrote:
I have exams going on right now, so I am planning on taking the Specialk
challenge to maintain my weight during the exams. Is the specialk challenge
suitable for me? And will I lose weight?
>

Hi kathy...can you share how you do your diet...is it two meals a day...can you
eat a toast in between...hope you will share...may God bless you.  Christina

________________________________
From: clowny girl <cathrona@...>
Hi my name is cathy and i have been doing the special k for 2 months and i have
lost 10 pounds . Im not in a hurry to lose and am enjoying seeing and feeling my
results! im so excited with this diet!

I tried the chocolate one and it was pretty good, haven't tried the other
flavors yet



--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "karreckner" <karreckner@...> wrote:
>
> Has any one tried the new meal shakes by specialk? If yes how are they and
what do you think about them.    Karen
>

OMG,
Congrats!!! I love that youre not depriving yourself and still being disciplined
enough to lose the weight..you're my hero = )
Keep it up...and let us know your results..I just started two days ago..very
hard! but i love ready about these success stories..keeps me motitivated!


--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "clowny girl" <cathrona@...> wrote:
>
> Hi my name is cathy and i have been doing the special k for 2 months and i
have lost 10 pounds . Im not in a hurry to lose and am enjoying seeing and
feeling my results! im so excited with this diet! i eat a strawberry meal bar 
for breakfast and lunch and then eat a

hey natalie thank you for that. i will have to try it. i just read someone's
reply and said that it may not be hunger that it may be that i am thirsty. i
have tried the protein water and i dont know if it works at night time. but yes
i will try the apple or vegetable. i have also started walking. after i eat
breakfast lunch and at nighttime. and i have lost some pounds and i feel so much
better. and thank you so much!!

________________________________
From: nataliesarahb <nataliesarahb@...>

Hi Ashley, my name is Natalie. Lately I have been eating special k but I also
got the biggest loser cook books and I have been using there recipes

Hi my name is cathy and i have been doing the special k for 2 months and i have
lost 10 pounds . Im not in a hurry to lose and am enjoying seeing and feeling my
results! im so excited with this diet! i eat a strawberry meal bar  for
breakfast and lunch and then eat a good dinner  and yes i have about 9 hershey
kisses before bed all though not every night but i do not deprive my self of
anything!!! I also go to Curves 5 days a week and love whats happening to my
body!!!!! I was on the metabolic diet a couple years back and it cost me LOTS of
money and all i learned was how and what to eat. I wasnt planning on being on a
diet but my daughter wanted to lose some weight and was going about it all wrong
so i told her i would do the sp-k with her and she quit in a week and i kept on
going lol. the highest weight i was ever was 174 and i had just gotten off drugs
so yes im in recovery and doing great! I only lost 20 ponds and $2000 on the
metabolic diet and now with this diet the inches are falling off like crazy .I
highly recommend joining a curves because it is funtastic! it is a hour and a
half workout in 30 minutes i went from 149 to 139 today and have never seen my
body look this good ever!!!! to the lady who has lost 30pds on this YOU ROCK
GREAT JOB! well thats all for now have a great ...body

Has any one tried the new meal shakes by specialk? If yes how are they and what
do you think about them.    Karen

I'm a 20 year old, studying girl. And although my BMI has been calculated to be
normal (23.88) , I have a very flabby body. Especially the waist and arms. I
usually put on weight during exam time as I dont get time to workout and have to
sit most of the time. I have exams going on right now, so I am planning on
taking the Specialk challenge to maintain my weight during the exams. Is the
specialk challenge suitable for me? And will I lose weight?

eve, how did u lose ll that weight? congrats though my name is Natalie

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, "evesdlr" <evesdlr@...> wrote:
>So here i am 22 yrs old and soooo thin that my size like between 2 or 3 and
most of the time i wera size 1.
> Hope this gives u  a motivation.

I love water that is all I drink, but I dont know what else to drink that is
healthy and does not have a ton of calories. Does anyone have any ideas?

Hi Ashley, my name is Natalie. Lately I have been eating special k but I also
got the biggest loser cook books and I have been using there recipes and the
book tells you ow many calories to eat and the I pick my meals I eat 5 meals
about 300 calories a meal at night I usually have a snack a apple or something
small. If I want something sweet I have a glass of chocolate soy milk, u can
freeze it and have a little whip cream that is fat free. but when u eat 5 meals
like that it stops your cravings I feel better already, I have more energy. I
hope this helps

--- In SpecialKgroup@yahoogroups.com, Ashley Bush <b62redneckracingm29@...>
wrote:
>
> hi my name is ashley bush and i have joined the special k diet. it works
wonders, but i do have my bad days. i have lost five pounds already. my habit is
snacking at night times and i really need help with that. is there anything that
i can do?
>