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gingette · 23rd April, 2009

Hi there!

I know it's not May yet but I'm due to start next Wednesday so I'll be way behind all the other April starters. I look forward with sharing stories with you all.

~

KayGillx · 23rd April, 2009

Hello Ging

Best of luck in your journey, lots of support here whenever you need it. Be sure to come back here and keep motivated!!

Im only an 'April Starter' and im finding it easy now.

vanda · 23rd April, 2009

Hi Gingette
I hope to be starting in May too, am off to the info session Saturday so will hopefully share the journey with you.
I'm quite excited although a little apprehensive.
Good luck

slendablenda · 24th April, 2009

Don't be apprehensive. It can be the best thing you've ever done if you are in the right frame of mind to start.
I'm sure you'll do well. As you said, loads of support on here. xxx

gingette · 25th April, 2009

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lucylastic · 25th April, 2009

Hi Gingette

Why did your doctor refuse to sign your form? It's my understanding (but I may be wrong!) that you HAVE to have your form signed off by a GP. (I don't think it necessarily has to be your own GP, you could maybe go to a private one and get them to sign it).

Hopefully someone who knows for sure will come along soon

tryin again · 25th April, 2009

You def can't start if your form is not signed, speak tp your LLC, she will prob know where in your area you can get it done. A couple of people in my group had to go to a different surgery and pay £35 which i think is terrible. Your doctor should be supporting you in your decision to loose weight, not hindering you. Perhaps you could ask to speak to the practice manager at your surgery for some advice? Good luck i hope you get it sorted soon x

loula · 25th April, 2009

Agree with what's said above - most counsellors know of a private doctor who will sign the form if your GP won't. My GP was apprehensive but when I pointed out that they were prescribing me Xenical at great cost to the NHS, it would be cheaper for them to sign my form and then I wouldn't require the prescription. Added to that all the long-term costs associated with obesity (heart problems, diabetes etc). The private GP down my way charges £60 to sign the forms I believe.

Good luck with all your journeys - once you get through week 1 you will be flying! xx

X~Libby~X · 25th April, 2009

My GP wouldn't sign me off. I had to go private and pay £60 to get it done. Try and find somewhere in advance where you can get your 28 day checkups done as my GP won't do them and i'm finding it pretty difficult!

Foxtrot · 27th April, 2009

How's it going Ginge??? Are you any further on with the signing yet?

gingette · 27th April, 2009

Should have been more clear, but thanks for all your advice. She wouldn't sign it off there and then but it is hopefully going to be ready and signed when my OH goes to pick it up today. Why it takes so long is beyond me!!!!!

I've emailed my Lcc to let her know what the script is and not heard back - anyway i'll scan and email the form to her tomorrow morning. Can't do anything today as I'm at work until 9.30pm!!

Keep your fingers crossed for me girls and boys

SexyBecks1 · 27th April, 2009

Hi Libby,

Any pharmacy should be able to do your check ups. If you have a large Asda store near you with a pharmacy, they are very good. I know a few people who have theirs done there, including me.

Good luck in finding somewhere.

Gingette, my LLC has let someone start and bring the form in at their first weigh in. Obviously, if they didn't have it she wouldn't be able to give them the packs. As long as it is done, you will be fine.

Good luck for all of your journeys you May starters. You will be where I am in no time.

gingette · 28th April, 2009

Great news!!
I have my signed and stamped medical form in my grubby hands!! I've emailed it off to my LCC!! I start officially on Thursday! Bring it on.

Foxtrot · 28th April, 2009

Good luck on your journey!!

tryin again · 28th April, 2009

Exciting isn't it? I couldn't wait to start and i'm on day 6 already and doing fine. I feel absolutely great and the scales at home are showing that i have lost a ridiculous amount of weight, will find out for sure tomorrow. Good luck with your first couple of days x

23rd April, 2009	#1 (permalink)
gingette Likes to post gingette's Profile Albums gingette's Photo Gallery Join Date: 20th April, 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 352 Thanks: 50 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts Rep Power: 46 Diet: Lighter Life Total Height: 5' 5" Start Date: 05/01/2011 Start Weight: 182lb Current Weight: 149lb Goal Weight: 147lb Goal Date: 26 March 2011 BMI Information: Start BMI: 30.3 Current BMI: 24.8 Goal BMI: 24.5 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 33lb Weight to Lose: 2lb % Lost 18.13%	LL May Starters Hi there! I know it's not May yet but I'm due to start next Wednesday so I'll be way behind all the other April starters. I look forward with sharing stories with you all. ~ Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Week 1 - 13/01/11: - 10 lb Week 2 - 20/01/11: - 3 lb Week 3 - 27/01/11: - 3 lb Week 4 - 03/02/11: - 2 lb Week 5 - 10/02/11: - 4 lb Week 6 - 17/02/11: - 4 lb Week 7 - 24/02/11: - 1 lb Week 8 - 03/03/11: - 3 lb Week 9 - 10/03/11 (post hen w'end): + 1 lb Week 10 - 17/03/11: - 4 lb Week 11 - 24/03/11 (last before wedding): Mini Goals Get through first day: Get through first weekend: Get through first week: First 7lbs: - week 1 First 10lb: - week 1 First Stone: - week 3 10% (when I get to 11st 10lb): - week 4 Valentine Challenge (21lb): - week 5 Second Stone: - week 8 Dress Fitting Goal (10lb - 10st 10lb): - week 10

23rd April, 2009	#2 (permalink)
KayGillx Regular Member KayGillx's Profile Albums KayGillx's Photo Gallery Join Date: 2nd March, 2009 Posts: 87 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Rep Power: 3	Hello Ging Best of luck in your journey, lots of support here whenever you need it. Be sure to come back here and keep motivated!! Im only an 'April Starter' and im finding it easy now. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It!

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vanda plodding away vanda's Profile Albums vanda's Photo Gallery Join Date: 5th December, 2008 Location: South Wales Posts: 3,935 Thanks: 1,270 Thanked 844 Times in 842 Posts Rep Power: 527	Hi Gingette I hope to be starting in May too, am off to the info session Saturday so will hopefully share the journey with you. I'm quite excited although a little apprehensive. Good luck Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ My Diary

24th April, 2009	#4 (permalink)
slendablenda Forum Master slendablenda's Profile Albums slendablenda's Photo Gallery Join Date: 9th July, 2008 Location: West Sussex Posts: 3,915 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 194 Thanked 216 Times in 210 Posts Rep Power: 511 Diet: lighterlife Height: 5' 7"	Good luck ladies Don't be apprehensive. It can be the best thing you've ever done if you are in the right frame of mind to start. I'm sure you'll do well. As you said, loads of support on here. xxx Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Started LL Feb 2008 21.5 stone Reached goal Dec 2008 10 stone Maintained for 2 Years and 8 months now Woooo Hooo !!!!!!!!!!!!

25th April, 2009	#5 (permalink)
gingette Likes to post gingette's Profile Albums gingette's Photo Gallery Join Date: 20th April, 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 352 Thanks: 50 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts Rep Power: 46 Diet: Lighter Life Total Height: 5' 5" Start Date: 05/01/2011 Start Weight: 182lb Current Weight: 149lb Goal Weight: 147lb Goal Date: 26 March 2011 BMI Information: Start BMI: 30.3 Current BMI: 24.8 Goal BMI: 24.5 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 33lb Weight to Lose: 2lb % Lost 18.13%	000 Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Week 1 - 13/01/11: - 10 lb Week 2 - 20/01/11: - 3 lb Week 3 - 27/01/11: - 3 lb Week 4 - 03/02/11: - 2 lb Week 5 - 10/02/11: - 4 lb Week 6 - 17/02/11: - 4 lb Week 7 - 24/02/11: - 1 lb Week 8 - 03/03/11: - 3 lb Week 9 - 10/03/11 (post hen w'end): + 1 lb Week 10 - 17/03/11: - 4 lb Week 11 - 24/03/11 (last before wedding): Mini Goals Get through first day: Get through first weekend: Get through first week: First 7lbs: - week 1 First 10lb: - week 1 First Stone: - week 3 10% (when I get to 11st 10lb): - week 4 Valentine Challenge (21lb): - week 5 Second Stone: - week 8 Dress Fitting Goal (10lb - 10st 10lb): - week 10 Last edited by gingette : 11th May, 2009 at 11:18 AM

25th April, 2009	#6 (permalink)
lucylastic Likes to post lucylastic's Profile Albums lucylastic's Photo Gallery Join Date: 6th March, 2009 Location: Essex Posts: 573 Thanks: 13 Thanked 18 Times in 16 Posts Rep Power: 29 Diet: LL Height: 5' 8" Start Date: 3/3/09 Start Weight: 244lb Current Weight: 162lb Goal Weight: 164lb BMI Information: Start BMI: 37.1 Current BMI: 24.6 Goal BMI: 24.9 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 82lb Weight to Lose: -2lb % Lost 33.61%	Hi Gingette Why did your doctor refuse to sign your form? It's my understanding (but I may be wrong!) that you HAVE to have your form signed off by a GP. (I don't think it necessarily has to be your own GP, you could maybe go to a private one and get them to sign it). Hopefully someone who knows for sure will come along soon Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Total lost in Foundation & Development: 5 Stone 12 pounds

25th April, 2009	#7 (permalink)
tryin again Likes to post tryin again's Profile Albums tryin again's Photo Gallery Join Date: 30th March, 2009 Posts: 165 Blog Entries: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 7	You def can't start if your form is not signed, speak tp your LLC, she will prob know where in your area you can get it done. A couple of people in my group had to go to a different surgery and pay £35 which i think is terrible. Your doctor should be supporting you in your decision to loose weight, not hindering you. Perhaps you could ask to speak to the practice manager at your surgery for some advice? Good luck i hope you get it sorted soon x Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________

25th April, 2009	#8 (permalink)
loula Likes to post loula's Profile Albums loula's Photo Gallery Join Date: 25th March, 2009 Location: Near Brighton Posts: 187 Thanks: 2 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Rep Power: 27 Diet: Lighterlife Height: 5' 6" Start Date: 30 Dec 2010 Start Weight: 266lb Current Weight: 253lb Goal Weight: 165lb Goal Date: Bikini Time BMI Information: Start BMI: 42.9 Current BMI: 40.8 Goal BMI: 26.6 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 13lb Weight to Lose: 88lb % Lost 4.89%	Agree with what's said above - most counsellors know of a private doctor who will sign the form if your GP won't. My GP was apprehensive but when I pointed out that they were prescribing me Xenical at great cost to the NHS, it would be cheaper for them to sign my form and then I wouldn't require the prescription. Added to that all the long-term costs associated with obesity (heart problems, diabetes etc). The private GP down my way charges £60 to sign the forms I believe. Good luck with all your journeys - once you get through week 1 you will be flying! xx Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Lighterlife re-start 31.12.2010 First class 4 Jan 2011 - lost 4lb already Week 1: -5.5lb Week 2: Week 3: Week 4:

25th April, 2009	#9 (permalink)
X~Libby~X Likes to post X~Libby~X's Profile Albums X~Libby~X's Photo Gallery Join Date: 1st December, 2008 Location: Warwickshire Posts: 184 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 6 Diet: Lighter Life Height: 5' 4" Start Date: March 1st 09 Start Weight: 221lb Current Weight: 175lb Goal Weight: 133lb Goal Date: By my birthday (30th August) BMI Information: Start BMI: 37.9 Current BMI: 30 Goal BMI: 22.8 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 46lb Weight to Lose: 42lb % Lost 20.81%	My GP wouldn't sign me off. I had to go private and pay £60 to get it done. Try and find somewhere in advance where you can get your 28 day checkups done as my GP won't do them and i'm finding it pretty difficult! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Week 1 - 6lbs Week 2 - 4lbs Week 3 - 3lbs Week 4 - 4lbs Week 5 - 3lbs Week 6 - 5lbs Week 7 - 1lb Week 8 - 4lbs Week 9 - 4lbs Week 10 - 4lbs Week 11 - 4lbs Week 12 - 2lbs Week 13 - 0lbs Week 14 - 6lbs Week 15 - 2lbs Week 16 - +6lbs

27th April, 2009	#10 (permalink)
Foxtrot Is back in the saddle! Foxtrot's Profile Albums Foxtrot's Photo Gallery Join Date: 12th January, 2009 Location: Dorset Posts: 1,278 Thanks: 6 Thanked 35 Times in 34 Posts Rep Power: 81 Diet: Lighterlife (Returner) Height: 5' 7" Start Date: 02.01.12	How's it going Ginge??? Are you any further on with the signing yet? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ . Live well, laugh often, love much. . Week 1. -10lb Week 2. - 3lb Week 3. -3lb Week 4. -2lb Week 5. -2lb

27th April, 2009	#11 (permalink)
gingette Likes to post gingette's Profile Albums gingette's Photo Gallery Join Date: 20th April, 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 352 Thanks: 50 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts Rep Power: 46 Diet: Lighter Life Total Height: 5' 5" Start Date: 05/01/2011 Start Weight: 182lb Current Weight: 149lb Goal Weight: 147lb Goal Date: 26 March 2011 BMI Information: Start BMI: 30.3 Current BMI: 24.8 Goal BMI: 24.5 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 33lb Weight to Lose: 2lb % Lost 18.13%	Should have been more clear, but thanks for all your advice. She wouldn't sign it off there and then but it is hopefully going to be ready and signed when my OH goes to pick it up today. Why it takes so long is beyond me!!!!! I've emailed my Lcc to let her know what the script is and not heard back - anyway i'll scan and email the form to her tomorrow morning. Can't do anything today as I'm at work until 9.30pm!! Keep your fingers crossed for me girls and boys Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Week 1 - 13/01/11: - 10 lb Week 2 - 20/01/11: - 3 lb Week 3 - 27/01/11: - 3 lb Week 4 - 03/02/11: - 2 lb Week 5 - 10/02/11: - 4 lb Week 6 - 17/02/11: - 4 lb Week 7 - 24/02/11: - 1 lb Week 8 - 03/03/11: - 3 lb Week 9 - 10/03/11 (post hen w'end): + 1 lb Week 10 - 17/03/11: - 4 lb Week 11 - 24/03/11 (last before wedding): Mini Goals Get through first day: Get through first weekend: Get through first week: First 7lbs: - week 1 First 10lb: - week 1 First Stone: - week 3 10% (when I get to 11st 10lb): - week 4 Valentine Challenge (21lb): - week 5 Second Stone: - week 8 Dress Fitting Goal (10lb - 10st 10lb): - week 10

27th April, 2009	#12 (permalink)
SexyBecks1 is back on the packs!! SexyBecks1's Profile Albums SexyBecks1's Photo Gallery Join Date: 19th December, 2008 Location: Leeds Posts: 615 Blog Entries: 11 Thanks: 34 Thanked 13 Times in 13 Posts Rep Power: 42 Diet: Lighter Life Height: 5' 4" Start Date: 05/01/2011 Start Weight: 255lb Current Weight: 243lb Goal Weight: 147lb BMI Information: Start BMI: 43.8 Current BMI: 41.7 Goal BMI: 25.2 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 12lb Weight to Lose: 96lb % Lost 4.71%	Hi Libby, Any pharmacy should be able to do your check ups. If you have a large Asda store near you with a pharmacy, they are very good. I know a few people who have theirs done there, including me. Good luck in finding somewhere. Gingette, my LLC has let someone start and bring the form in at their first weigh in. Obviously, if they didn't have it she wouldn't be able to give them the packs. As long as it is done, you will be fine. Good luck for all of your journeys you May starters. You will be where I am in no time. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Love from Becky x x Week 1....7lbs lost Week 2....5lbs lost - Total 12lbs lost Week 3 Week 4

28th April, 2009	#13 (permalink)
gingette Likes to post gingette's Profile Albums gingette's Photo Gallery Join Date: 20th April, 2009 Location: Glasgow Posts: 352 Thanks: 50 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts Rep Power: 46 Diet: Lighter Life Total Height: 5' 5" Start Date: 05/01/2011 Start Weight: 182lb Current Weight: 149lb Goal Weight: 147lb Goal Date: 26 March 2011 BMI Information: Start BMI: 30.3 Current BMI: 24.8 Goal BMI: 24.5 Statistics: Total Weight Loss: 33lb Weight to Lose: 2lb % Lost 18.13%	Great news!! I have my signed and stamped medical form in my grubby hands!! I've emailed it off to my LCC!! I start officially on Thursday! Bring it on. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ Week 1 - 13/01/11: - 10 lb Week 2 - 20/01/11: - 3 lb Week 3 - 27/01/11: - 3 lb Week 4 - 03/02/11: - 2 lb Week 5 - 10/02/11: - 4 lb Week 6 - 17/02/11: - 4 lb Week 7 - 24/02/11: - 1 lb Week 8 - 03/03/11: - 3 lb Week 9 - 10/03/11 (post hen w'end): + 1 lb Week 10 - 17/03/11: - 4 lb Week 11 - 24/03/11 (last before wedding): Mini Goals Get through first day: Get through first weekend: Get through first week: First 7lbs: - week 1 First 10lb: - week 1 First Stone: - week 3 10% (when I get to 11st 10lb): - week 4 Valentine Challenge (21lb): - week 5 Second Stone: - week 8 Dress Fitting Goal (10lb - 10st 10lb): - week 10

28th April, 2009	#14 (permalink)
Foxtrot Is back in the saddle! Foxtrot's Profile Albums Foxtrot's Photo Gallery Join Date: 12th January, 2009 Location: Dorset Posts: 1,278 Thanks: 6 Thanked 35 Times in 34 Posts Rep Power: 81 Diet: Lighterlife (Returner) Height: 5' 7" Start Date: 02.01.12	Good luck on your journey!! Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________ . Live well, laugh often, love much. . Week 1. -10lb Week 2. - 3lb Week 3. -3lb Week 4. -2lb Week 5. -2lb

28th April, 2009	#15 (permalink)
tryin again Likes to post tryin again's Profile Albums tryin again's Photo Gallery Join Date: 30th March, 2009 Posts: 165 Blog Entries: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 7	Exciting isn't it? I couldn't wait to start and i'm on day 6 already and doing fine. I feel absolutely great and the scales at home are showing that i have lost a ridiculous amount of weight, will find out for sure tomorrow. Good luck with your first couple of days x Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter Google Bookmark It! __________________

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