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Thank you. :) I lost 2lb at SW this morning. Good luck everyone.

2lb off again this week... I'll probably see it again next week though! :)

Hi, thanks for asking. I stopped going to the class over the kids school holidays, but I'm back again... and still messing around, 2lb off... 2lb on, and so on. But, I really want to be back in the 16's and (hopefully) a dress size smaller by Christmas, so I'm going to put some effort in now...

Hello Friday weighers. :) Do you mind if I join in? I've been back at my SW group for a good few weeks but I've really been struggling to stick to it. I've only lost half a pound so far, so I'm looking for any motivation I can find at the moment. x

Wow, Laura, well done, that's a brilliant loss. :) How did you do this week? I lost 2lb this week, so I'm 17st 3.5 now. I lose quite slowly, so I'll still be here for a few weeks yet. x

Hellooo, anyone around? I was here until I dipped into the 16's last March. I stayed there for around a year but have started gaining again over the last few months. I'm a stone heavier than I was this time last year. So I've rejoined SW and now I'm back on track. I'm 17st 5.5lb at the moment...

Good afternoon, hope you're all having a fab week. I lost 2.5lb on my first week back, I never have big losses, so I'm really pleased with that. Have a great weekend. x

Hello everyone, anyone mind if I join in again? I went back to my Slimming World class today, but I think I was last here back in May-ish, I'm a few pounds heavier than I was then, I'm back up to 16st 13.5lb, it looks like my prediction of being in the 16's for quite a while was right, then...

I remember seeing your story too, inspirational. I think it's so easy to slip back a bit and have a few ups and downs when you feel comfortable with yourself, but it sounds like you've drawn your line and are ready to properly get back to it now. Very best of luck. xxx

Well done Hattie and Wcmom, that's brilliant. :) I lost 2.5lb this week, now 16st 9lb. xx

I've been up and down over the last few weeks, I'm now 16st 11.5lb after losing 0.5lb this week. The way I'm going, I'll be in the 16's for a while yet, lol! :D

Hi Cherry Blossom, good luck for next week. :) Where has everyone gone, it's very quiet around here at the moment. I lost 2lb this week, I'm now 16st 11lb. Getting into the 15's could take me quite some time...

Wowsers, you look great, I bet you feel amazing! :)

Wow, what a difference, well done. :)

Looking great, very well done. :)

A STS is always better than a gain, Shell! :D Well done Jojo. :) I lost a pound this morning, so I'm now 16st 12.5lb. How have all you other Friday weighers done today?

I lost a pound this week, now 16st 12.5lb. :) Hello Slim and good luck for your goal Nadine. x

I'm ducking out of the 17's, with a tiny little half pound loss, I'm now 16st 13.5 so heading off to the 16st room. :woohoo:Thank you and see you there very soon. :)

Hi, I lost a tiny half this week but it's put me into the next stone zone at 16st 13.5lb, mind if I join you? :)

I lost half a pound, not a huge loss but I got my first stone award (from this time round) and I'm into the next stone zone, so very happy. :) Well done everyone, fab losses this week. x

Congratulations, that's lovely news. :) I know it's a worrying time, I've been through it too (seems to be lots of us on here!) but we've all got everything crossed for you. When you're ready to get back to it, SW is fab while you're pregnant, it's the only 'diet' midwives can recommend. I lost...

When I rejoined in January I was told (as a female with more than 5st to lose) I could take 20 syns per day, although 2yrs ago, when I was about 22st I was told the usual 15 max, so I think there is some variation on what we're told. I would probably say 25, but reduce to 15 when he has less...

Well done everyone, some fab results. :) Mind if I join you Friday weighers? I lost 2.5lb this week, hoping for at least half a pound next week to get into the 16's and my first stone award (at this new class).

Welcome SF2016 and good luck Emma30. :) I lost another 2.5lb this week so now 17st, not quite made it into the 16's yet... hopefully next week. x

I think the further into the plan you get you might find the novelty wears off and you start using your syns for treats more. I've always needed mine from day one, I'd crave wine and chocolate if I didn't have any at all, and I hate feeling deprived, but as long as you know they're there and you...

I've just transferred from a group I used to love going to and lost 3.5st with last year. I rejoined that class in January, but found a Friday group nearby which suits me better all round and I'm transferring over. I really liked my first consultant, so I know how you feel, and you don't have to...

I know, I love Minimins. :) Best of luck, you have lots to motivate your weight loss, I'm sure you'll do it this time. Stay positive. x

I think the 1/3rd speed food is just about trying to control your portions. One of the arguments against SW is people saying they had no idea how to reduce their portions to a 'normal' size when some foods are free, so 1/3rd speed food was introduced to help guide you. I don't have speed food on...

Another good week for me, -2.5lb so I'm now 17st 2.5lb. Not long until the 16's now. :) How's everyone else doing?

Well done Luviss, that's a brilliant loss, welcome to the 17's. :) I lost 3.5lb this week so I'm 17st 5lb, I've had a couple of flukey weeks but I'm expecting to see my usual half-1lb losses again from now on. x

Have a snowball fight Build a jolly snowman Go sledging Make snow-angels Write your name... :D List your 5 essential beauty items...

A belated Happy Birthday for yesterday, hope it was a great one. :candle1:

Haha, same here! Chocolate is one of my biggest downfalls... and wine, and crisps, and takeaway.... :)

It took me a year to lose the first 3.5st, I do lose slowly though, my average is about 1lb pw. I think it can depend on lots of factors, for example, the fact that I'm not always 100% on track doesn't help my losses! ;)But age/weight/health/activity, not to mention willpower (or lack of for...

Thank you for the lovely warm welcome. Call me whatever you like, Hippo, Hips, Hippy... :) Like SexyShell says, I love your confidence, it's so refreshing to see someone not waiting for a number to make them happy, love it. xxx

Game of life is my favourite too, along with Triv. :) Favourites baby names Samuel Edward Felix Gabriel Oliver Oh, it appears I only like baby boy names! List 5 favourite baby girl names, just for balance...

Top 5 Inspirational Quotes; Do not wait; the time will never be "just right." Start where you stand. Napoleon Hill They can because they think they can. Virgil It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed. Theodore Roosevelt The only people who never fail are those who...

Hello, can I join you please? I'm high up in the 17's and a very slow loser, so I could be in this zone for quite some time. :) Looking forward to getting to know everyone. x

Well done on getting the new job, huge congratulations, and very well done on your brilliant weight loss. I started at 24st too (I'm about halfway there now!) so I can sort of identify with your 'journey', and I just wanted to say hello, and well done. :)

At 25, your skin should return more or less to 'normal' even if not immediately, over time it should shrink back. Don't let it put you off being a healthy weight, it shouldn't be too bad, but even so, a bit of loose skin can easily be hidden, being overweight is much harder to hide! :) I first...

Well done, you're doing great. :)

My 5 Dream dinner guests (today!) would be something like; Matt Berry Kofi Annan Michael Sheen David Bowie And David Tennant to keep hubby happy. :) Your 5 favourite Christmas gifts this year...

Thank you, Mini. :) I'm very jealous, I can't wait to be in the 16's. At 16st 13lb I'll have lost 100lb so I think I'll really feel like I'm getting somewhere then. xxx

I've just made it into the 17's. It's been a while so I'm very happy to be here! :) Anyone else in the 17st zone to keep me company, I think I might be in here for quite some time...

I'm not sure what the Dukan allows, but more healthy oil, like olive oil, in your diet will usually help, although you might have to wait a few hours for the effects to work. Also try dried fruits, a small box of raisins each day can help to keep you regular, and fruit juices, like fresh...

I lost 1.5lb this week so I'm now dot on 18st, really hoping to be in the 17's next week. :)

I don't usually watch it (can't bear to see them eating live creatures!) but I caught Vicky's advent challenge last night, she was fearless. Well done her. :)

Hello all, mind if I join in? No offence meant, but I'm hoping not to be in this section very long, I'm 18st 1.5lb so I'm really hoping to be in the 17's very soon. :) It's a long time since anyone posted, how are you all doing now? xxx

I'm 5ft 7" & weigh 18st 1.5lb and I wear size 20 jeans, size 20/22 clothes.

I'm more or less halfway there. I've lost almost 6st (half a pound to go) and I have around another 6st to lose to get to a healthy BMI. :)

Great to see you're back. :)

I don't yet, I'm too chicken at the moment. I've been walking quite a bit and swimming (actually, it's more like splashing about in the pool with the kids, lol!) but that's it. I'm thinking about joining an Aquafit class when I've lost another stone or so, then maybe Pilates later. What are...

Wow, great losses, well done. By the looks of things it won't be long before you dash past and straight into the 18's. :) How are you finding the plan? x

Aw, sweetie, it's good to see you back! Sorry you've been struggling, it is so hard sometimes (and even harder on a tight budget!) but it really does sound like you're doing all the right things. I love that you're looking after yourself now and buying some new clothes, wearing clothes you like...

Night at the Museum 3 (watching it on DVD this weekend) Far From the Madding Crowd (next week at the cinema) The Theory of Everything (asap) And films still to be released- The Minions movie in the summer Hotel Transylvania 2 in October 5 things you'd buy if you had the money...

It's definitely in the right direction though, keep going and you'll see your reward next week. :) Good luck. x

Another pound off for me this week, second week it's gone in the right direction, now I just need to keep this up, lol. :)

Ellie, where are you? How did you do on Saturday? I lost another wee pound this week, which I'm very happy with. I've only got 3.5lb to my next half stone award, so I'll be focusing on that in the next few weeks. I really (childishly!) want a new sticker... we got new books at Christmas with...

It's so hard to get back on it, you really have to get your head in the right place but you're more than half-way there so you will still lose weight. I was getting away with 'half-way there-ish' for ages, but it's caught up with me and shockingly I have to actually stick to the plan now!! :D...

Everything in your post just sounds so delicious, clotted cream honeycomb ice-cream... Oh, my... I don't even eat ice-cream, but that sounds gorgeous! Yes, I went back to my original class on Monday, I realised that I was using everything as an excuse, weekends, my weigh-day, the time of day...

Ohh, your dinner sounds lovely, I love steak but I just can't chew it, it makes my teeth hurt too much, lol! I did a lovely risotto last night, chicken, bacon & mushroom, very nice. :) I've got a friend like that, you can't get him off the phone! Saying that, I think I upset him by calling him...

Lakes. Shabby chic or minimalist modern?

My laptop, mainly for the photos. Photographs. Box from the bedroom- full of passports/birth certificates, cards from the kids, etc. My son's old and battered Pikachu. My bag. List the top 5 attributes which attract you to people the most. x

1.5lb loss for me this week. I'm just pleased it's in the right direction this time. :)

Well done, 2lb is a fab loss, it's great that you've lost when you thought you hadn't and you did say you were easing yourself into it, nicely done. :) I've written a menu plan for the week which includes; chicken risotto, roast chicken dinner and chicken madras (all from one bleedin' large...

Always get plenty of sleep Don't smoke! Smile lots. Try to always be kind Stay hydrated- drink lots of water and moisturise. List 5 of your biggest crushes ever, in real life as well as celebs... :)

Ellie... step away from the coffee! :) I'm eating because I'm greedy and bored, oh, my goodness (or 'gooderrnesss' as LO says!) have I been bored today again! I have been terrible again, forgive me Ellie for I have (massively over-) synned! It started with one strip of Cadbury's caramel (it was...

Too much sugar is bad for my teeth (and my weight!). Walking every day really is good for the soul. Whatever will be will be. Everyone deserves a second chance. And it really does 'fly over'. List your 5 best days out ever... and why. :)

Okay, it's my turn for a confession this time, I've had 2 Toffee Crisps and 3 bags of crisps and it's not even 1pm! The scrambled eggs I had were fine though... :D Haha, I remember scales in 2lb increments, you are right (of course) but I couldn't bear that now, I'm a little bit obsessed with...

Another half on for me, really need to try harder this week! :)

Haha, excellent ploy, the half a pound I gained doesn't seem quite as bad now, thank you! :D You get the champagne, I'll grab the party poppers, lol. Back to it now, I think I just need to be on plan properly for a week and get good results and I know it'll get me moving downwards again. I...

Ah, but accountability might keep you on track! :) My dad has hens and geese (and ducks until the last ones were stolen!) but I've always been too scared to try the goose and duck eggs! Sounds like not too bad a day really, just pretend the bread was ALL HE's and the only syns were your...

Eat homemade soups, they keep you fuller for longer. Plan ahead and be prepared, ie make up soups & sauces and buy 'quick grab' foods like cooked chicken/yoghurt/fruit, etc. Make your food plans interesting, getting bored is the quickest way to leave a diet. Eat regularly and keep hydrated so...

Shed full of bikes (inc- the exercise bike! And loads of other junk) Sand pit Table and chairs Compost bin Recycling boxes List 5 songs that take you back to your own teenage years.

Great minds think alike, lol! :)

In no particular order; Foo Fighters Red Hot Chile Peppers Cat Stevens White Stripes The Kinks List 5 people you've seen in concert.

I'm a moderator, I definitely fit into this category; You’re a moderator if you… – find that occasional indulgence heightens your pleasure–and strengthens your resolve – get panicky at the thought of “never” getting or doing something Although when I decide something is off limits (ie- if I...

Ohhh, Ellie, you should do a diary, go on, it'd give us all somewhere to chat properly. :) It'd also make you accountable each week. x I've bookmarked Pete's recipes after scrolling through and finding some meals I'll be trying very soon, so thanks for that. I usually weigh on a Monday, but I...

Aw, bless you. It is really difficult, it's always there, and I know it's a cliche, but try to allow yourself lots of time. xxx Hmm, re- lack of bathroom blind, I bet I've given a few shocks/laughs! Maybe I should put that at the very top of my to-do-now list! :) My hands and feet are always...

Sausage sandwich Penthouse or Garden flat?

Not very adventurous! Christmas dinner with pigs in blankets, stuffing and all the trimmings. Fish and chips. Chicken fried rice with Chinese chicken curry. Chicken madras, pilau rice and garlic naan bread. Lasagne, garlic bread, salad and chips, with mayo. Obviously I prefer the 'real'...

Sorry to hear you've had family bereavements, how have you been coping? Glad you're joining me on the scenic route, slow and steady is the only way I can do it, lol, I need to enjoy it or I get depressed, dieting properly seriously depresses the life out of me, so this way works for me. It's...

What have you been up to in your time away from SW? You and the family all okay? I'm still the same, I keep going in bursts, then pausing... I've been this weight for about 6mths! I keep gaining and losing the same 3-4lb over and over again, so I'm trying to get myself back on it properly now...

Clear the air. Use credit or save up for something you really want?

Absolutely fabulous, well done, it really is a huge inspiration. :)

Apart from my kids, hubby, health, home, etc, favourite things which I currently own include; My laptop- I'm constantly on it! My shiny new Birkenstock Yaras A necklace my little boy gave me for my birthday My photographs An A4 pad that I write everything in, lists, finances, diet plans, etc...

Welcome back Ellie, it's lovely to see you, you've been missed! :) Good luck getting back on it sweetie, I bet you'll be in those 21's in no time at all. xxx

Most of these were in my teens, and yes, I did learn from my mistakes; 1) The (very tight) perm I had when my hair was very short. 2) Using oil to try to get a suntan, like actual cooking oil/baby oil!! 3) Having a much-too-short fringe with a very blunt bob... not a good look on me. 4) The...

Oops, I'm up 1lb this week! Must try harder! :)

An Ocarina A knitted breast A photo album of someone else's wedding (found it in the attic of an old house and couldn't re-home it) A cast of a friend's baby bump (I'm not sure if I still have it!) Father Christmas made out of a peg. Off the top of my head, probably more unusual things in the...

My Heart Will Go On- Celine Dion (I hate how nasal and whiney it is!) All That She Wants- Ace Of Base Sit Down- James That's Not My Name- The Ting Tings (so, so irritating!) And Blurred Lines- Robin Thicke (just creepy) And anything ever by Westlife or Muse. Your 5 favourite toys as a child.

I'll choose them from when I was little in the late 70's/early 80's for a bit of nostalgia; Wonder Woman and The Six Million Dollar Man- sorry, it has to be both, I really can't choose between them. :) Dr Who The Fraggles The Dukes of Hazzard The Fall Guy (loved the theme tune!) From the late...

Our consultant gives us the sticker on the day and pins the certificates on a board, then she gives them all out at the end of the month. I don't think I've ever been to a class where they haven't given out stickers and certificates, they should all do it regardless of the cost, which I have to...

There are probably worse out there, but off the top of my head; Sideways (the dullest film ever made) I give it a year How to Lose Friends and Influence People (Love Simon Pegg, hated this!) Just Married (just truly awful!) Gnomeo and Juliet. Your top five favourite outfits in your wardrobe. :)

Anyone for the gorgeous Matt Berry? :)

Pound off for me today. :) Good luck to the rest of you. x

I know looking at the bigger picture can be really daunting, no matter how much you have to lose, it feels like it's going to take forever and, if we're honest, we all want it yesterday. The best way is to break it down into small manageable chunks and concentrate only on your next goal. For...

How did you get on, Jo? xxx

I had a (very expected) 3lb gain this morning, lots of celebrating and I missed WI last week, but back to it now. :) How's everyone else done today?

Jo, our leader puts our certificates on a board then a month or two later takes them off and gives us them to take home. Maybe yours does that? I'd definitely ask her though. I had a similar issue re- start weight, I'd lost 20.5lb at WW before starting SW (so I put it in my signature :D), the...

It happens, try not to worry, and you know it'll be off in no time. Have a great week. x

Blinds. You can only have one- Eyeliner or Mascara?

I had a dodgy Jan/Feb, went a bit off, it's no excuse but I was a bit low. I feel like I'm back to it now though and I'm feeling quite positive again. I need to be weighed at a class or I'm a bit like you, starting on (eg) Monday... off by Tuesday, but then I eat what I want all weekend...

Great losses last week, good luck for today's WI. A 2lb loss for me today, I'm quite happy with that. :)

Good luck Jo, very brave to go back, it shows your strength. I hope it goes well and don't forget to report back. :) xxx

Ribena. Hula Hoops or Wotsits?

I lost 1.5lb this week and was joint SOW at class too. :) How did everyone else do? x

Foot. CD or Radio?

I think I might actually be getting back on track... :) I went swimming with the kids for the first time in a long time. It's March, almost Springtime. x

Swede mash. Book or magazine?

I know it's just a little blip, but if you find yourself constantly self sabotaging have a look in the 'Inspiration and Support' section on the SW online website, there's a For and Against weight loss exercise on there to see if there's anything maybe blocking you from sticking to the plan and...

I sort of agree, I like image therapy, but I don't like setting a goal. There must be something in the psychology of it though, otherwise they wouldn't make the consultants ask everyone. I assume it's just if you set yourself a target you're more likely to try to aim for it. x

I've had SOW/SOM and I just have little losses, my SOW losses were for just 1-2lb and my SOM were only around 5-7lb, but we have quite a small group and lots of target or very-close-to-target members. One of my little resolutions last year was to be SOW/SOM at least once and I managed about 3...

I'd stick with doing Green days, there are no benefits to a vegetarian doing EE as far as I can tell, you gain nothing and lose the HE's. x

I've still got a long way to go (just about 1/3rd of the way there) but I'm definitely feeling the benefits already. It's great wearing smaller clothes (was a 26, now 20/22) & fitting back into my old clothes and boots, and I'm trying to look after myself a bit more, I wear make-up most days...

Kitten heels... love them, plus I really can't walk in high heels! Cake or Cookie? Me too Dolly, I'm a little bit obsessed with Birkenstocks Yara sandals at the moment, I neeeeed them! Can I buy sandals in February? :)

My next goal is to lose 6lb for my 3.5st award... might be a few weeks away yet though. :)

I haven't worn a bikini since I was about 4 so I'll go with swimsuit... actually can I make that a swimdress! :) Birkenstocks or Converse?

Evening. The Doors or The Beatles?

French. Big light or dim lamp on an evening?

I stayed the same today, quite happy with that though. How did everyone else do? x

Some frozen veg is okay, we buy; frozen onions, peas, cauliflower, corn on the cob, mixed peppers, sliced green beans (and sometimes frozen leeks for soup too) but I'll only buy fresh broccoli, carrots and mushrooms. I also buy cans of tomatoes, sweetcorn, peas/mushy peas/peas and carrots (for...

I can see what you're saying, but I don't agree (sorry!) losing 2st ten times is not the same as someone losing 20st. Yes, the physical elements are still the same, we all have to stick to the plan every day and psychologically, that's just as difficult for everyone, but there are lots of issues...

As far as I can remember I've only had one 'overweight' leader and he was brilliant, he'd lost lots, but gained about 2-3st-ish back, I always felt he was struggling/celebrating with me, like we were in it together. I've never had a SW leader not practice what they preach, they've either been at...

It's a great first loss, well done. Try to visualise your losses to put it into context, if you imagine a can of beans for each pound and a pack of butter for every half pound, you've lost 2 cans and a pack of butter, try picking it up, it's quite heavy. :) I think it is about our expectations...

I don't think it's about having less experience as such, losing a pound/a stone, etc, is the same for everyone, but I think it's more about the psychology of weight loss for those of us with more to lose which someone with less to lose might not have an in-depth understanding of. Eg; I started...

Well done Jo, that's a bloomin' excellent loss! :) I lost 3lb this week, really happy with that, I'm now 19st 7lb so I feel like I'm finally heading towards the 18's now, after hovering around the high 19's- 'almost-20's' for quite some time, lol, I know it's a long shot (for me) but I'd love...

I'm over the moon with a 3lb loss this week. :)

Another gain for me this week, a pound on today, so that's a total of 1.5lb on over Christmas and New Year, back to it this week. :)

I put on half a pound, not too bad considering... :)

Have a very happy Christmas everyone. :xmascheers:x

I lost 1.5lb today, very happy with that at this time of year! :) Have a lovely Christmas everyone. :109:

No offence taken Leia, lol, good luck escaping us! :D

Oh, No! Pound ON for me this week... I have been terrible though, must try harder! :)

Well done, 3.5lb is excellent! How are you doing this week? Hope you're okay. x I lost another pound and got my 3st award, very happy. :)

I have got my 3st award at last! :) My next targets are to lose 6.5lb for my 3.5st and 7.5lb will have me at 50lb lost with SW. But initially I'd really like to lose 3lb before Christmas as I'd have exactly 8st to lose then. :)

It happens to us all, maybe it's a little water retention from TOTM? Or from more exercise this week? Lots of reasons, but stick with it and you'll be rewarded next week. :)

Another wee pound off for me today... and I got my 3st award too! :D

Darcy's mummy, come on lovely, if anyone can do this it's you! Don't let all that hard work go to waste Jo. Maybe try a 70/30 week to start back and just try to ease yourself into it. x I lost a wee pound this week, I'm okay with that (honest!) but just half a pound more and I've have had my...

Pound off for me this week. :) Happynanna 11.5lb lost - 38.5lb to GO 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 25lb lost- 25lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 29lbs lost 21lbs to go Holiday-dieter - 3lbs lost 47lbs to go...

Pound off for me this week. :)

I really agree with the Muller lights, so many healthier options available, and they're so full of additives. But I admit to eating them occasionally (I really like the toffee ones!) and I know they help to keep lots of people on track, so I can see both sides and I think there'd be an uproar if...

You don't pay Slimming World so they can make a profit, you pay them to provide you with a service and I don't think they ever had the 'set beliefs and standards' you think they had, after all you must remember they are a business, and the fact that they want to make more money shouldn't...

I lost 4lb this week and finally got into the nineteens so I'm off into the 19st section now, I'm always late leaving a party, everyone here is just too lovely. Hopefully see you in there very soon. :) x

Finally made it into the teens. :) My next target is 1.5lb for my 3st award, fingers crossed for that next week! x

I keep forgetting to do this, I lost 4lb this week :) and 1/2 a pound last week; Happynanna 11.5lb lost - 38.5lb to GO 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 24lb lost- 26lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 29lbs lost...

4lb off for me this week. :) I'm over the moon with that, I've dropped into the teens and I'm just 1.5lb from my 3st award. Great losses so far today everyone and good luck to the rest of you Monday weighers. x

Hello all, budge up a bit... I'm joining you this week. :bliss: I lost 4lb, so I'm finally in the 19's, can't stop grinning, lol! :D

Just a half off for me this week. :)

Sorry you've been ill Jo but well done on the fab loss and good luck for that 4st award. x I lost just a wee half this week, still not in those elusive teens yet... :) How are you doing Jem? x

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Weight is like your age, it's just a number, try not to be ashamed of it. You've made a big decision, of course it's scary, but it's a positive step, so try not to be daunted by the big numbers and break it down into little half stone awards, just keep working towards the next one... then the...

Snap Jem, I STS this week too. Feels like I'm never going to get in the 19's, lol! I did get SOTM (Oct) at class though, very happy with that. :) x

Well done Jo, you're doing great. :) x

Well done, 2lb is a great loss. :) I gained a wee pound after a great weekend away. I bought a 12wk countdown today, taking me up to after Christmas and I bought the new magazine too for some inspiration. I'm thinking of this week as a 'new start' and I'm aiming to lose another stone by...

I (deservedly) gained a pound this week, back on it now though. :) x

Aw, Jem, bless you, times like this are really hard and you can only do the best you can to get through it. Try not to think so far ahead, just take it one day at a time (take the time limits off your goals) and most of all be kind to yourself. You can do this, of course you can. xxxx

Hello lovelies, I lost 5.5lb today, got my 2.5st award (and just a pound to go to be in the teens!) and look, I've updated my Christmas tree with more shiny baubles...

It took a while, but I finally got my 2.5st award today... now just need to lose a pound to be out of the 20's and into the teens. :) Wish me luck. x

Yay! I lost 5.5lb. :) Happynanna 11.5lb lost - 38.5lb to GO 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 19.5lb lost- 30.5lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 20.5lbs lost 29.5lbs to go Holiday-dieter - 3lbs lost 47lbs to go...

I lost 5.5lb and got my 2.5st award. Very happy with that. :) Good luck the rest of you Monday weighers. x

Thanks lovely, been a bit up and down but I think I'm back on it now. A pound is great, well done. :) I hope Ellie's okay, I'm sure she is, at the rate she goes she'll be a proper skinny minnie by now I bet. :) x

Congratulations, that's awesome! :) x

Pound off for me this week, getting there... slowly. :)

I lost a pound this week, so not exactly filling up my Christmas tree baubles very fast, but I suppose slow and steady will just have to do. :) Jem, Ellie... where are you, all okay? Welcome new ladies, good luck with the plan. :) Debz, definitely join the class, you'll never need to go...

Oh, Jo, sorry to hear your shocking news, what a swine he is, hope you're managing okay... well you know, as well as you can be. Do you think it's to do with his recent bereavement? Whatever it is, hugs lovely. x

I just quickly Googled it and you'd be at the top of your healthy weight range at 10st 6lb (at 10st your BMI would be 24) so maybe put that as your initial target and see how you feel when you get there. x

1- I went to weigh-in this morning thinking I'd gained, but I lost half a pound. :) 2- I found out I had £40+ worth of nectar points in my British Gas account, lol. 3- My lovely hubby's sorting the kids out (bath, etc) while I relax and watch Corrie. x

I lost a wee half... at least it's in the right direction. :)

A stone and a half in six weeks is amazing, your body shouldn't really lose much more than that anyway, or it's not just fat you're losing. The STSs could be caused by a few things, your body is maybe just adjusting and allowing the weight loss to catch up or it could be because of...

Oops, 2lb on for me this week! x

Well done Darcy's mummy, you're doing great. :) x Welcome StarlaSilver. :) Good luck. x I weighed in this morning... a 2lb gain! Must try much harder this week if I want to get those shiny baubles on my Christmas tree, lol. :) x

Thanks lovelies, I'm definitely going to join you in the Christmas tree idea. :xmastree:

I forgot to post on here the last couple of weeks, -1.5lb last week and -0.5lb today (and I got my 10%, very happy!). :) Happynanna 11.5lb lost - 38.5lb to GO 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 14lb lost- 36lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs...

I lost a wee half this week... and got my 10%. :) Good luck for weigh-in today everyone. x

I got my 10% today :) my next target now is my 2.5st award (3lb away) hopefully very soon, and the next one after that is to get in the teens. x

I lost a tiny little 0.5lb this week, I was a tinsy little bit disappointed until I realised it was my 10%, yayyy, finally! :) I feel like I need a good loss, after being away, and then messing about for a few weeks, I've only lost 2lb in the last month, so I'm doing an SAS log this week, see if...

Welcome back Lil Miss, and good luck. :) x

I don't really like fry light, so things like SW chips are baked on a non-stick oven tray with nothing on them at all and we just tend to 'fry' stuff in a little bit of water.

I think it helps. Why not just do stuff like a walk to the park with the kids, play football or go on a bike ride, etc, or take them swimming and have a splash about. It doesn't have to be 'proper' exercise, just moving around more and if you make it fun, it won't feel like exercise. :)

I lost 1.5lb this morning, quite happy with that. :) How's everyone else been doing? And Elllliiieeeee, where are you??? Hope you're okay lovely. xxx

I.5lb off for me today. :) Good luck Monday weighers. x

Definitely go back, your consultant will be really happy to see you. :) I've joined the same 2 classes again and again in the last few years, always leaving before wk 4 because I wasn't losing 7lb a week, like other people my size do! Then I'd go back to my old habits, gain more weight and...

I've always been told 5-15 and have never been given any hint as to having any extra. Years ago I did have a friend who kept telling me I should only use 10 syns or less, as that's all she used, but she only needed to get about a stone off and I had about 10st to lose! Everyone seems to have...

Well done, both on that excellent loss and getting your Club 10! Good luck being a teen next week. :) I gained half a pound this week, I can't believe I didn't post it, maybe subconsciously I 'forgot', lol. I was terrible last weekend though, much better this week (so far anyway!) so hoping for...

Oop, I gained the half pound I lost last week, lol! Must try harder! :) Good luck to the rest of you Monday weighers. x

Happy birthday Ikkle87 :birthday: I don't think anyone would think, 'ah, it's her again...' people are generally supportive and will be really happy to see you back again, I've also lost lots and regained it, and we certainly aren't alone in that. You have some excellent reasons for wanting to...

Well done! You're doing great. :) x Well done, that's fab, not long at all 'til you're in the 20's. :) x

Really sorry to hear about your mother-in-law Jo, hugs lovely, how are you all bearing up? x

Excellent loss, you're doing great, well done. :) I tend to have 2 weeks of good losses and 2 weeks of tiny ones or STS's (strangely it's around the time I ovulate, not TOTM!) but it all balances out and now I know my pattern, on a little loss week, I try to think as long as I'm lighter at the...

Can I join please? I started off last year with almost 13st to lose, then I joined Slimming World in February with 11st 5lb to lose (half my SW start weight), now I'm a couple of stone down here, so I still have just over 9st to go. I need to lose 1.5lb to get my 10%, hopefully that'll be next...

Lost a little half this week after being away last week. :) Happynanna 10.5lb lost - 39.5lb to GO 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 12lb lost- 38lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 9.5lbs lost 40.5 to go...

I lost half a pound, thrilled with that as I've just come back from holiday :) and I got (joint) slimmer of the month too. Very happy with that. x

Well done Jem, that's great. Don't worry too much about your hols, try to be sensible, but don't deprive yourself. I've lost a little half pound this morning, after nearly 2 weeks on holiday, I ate out, had takeaway, drank quite a bit and enjoyed myself, but I think it balanced out because I...

I've been away for a couple of weeks, so not looking forward to weigh-in tomorrow, lol, where is Ellie? Ellie, Where are youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu? :) Everything crossed for your nan Vixen and well done on only gaining 1lb, that's excellent. Try writing a big long list of mini-goals to hit, next half...

I got my 2st award today, so my next target is just 2lb for my 10%. x

I lost 4.5lb this week, giving me my 2st award. :) Good luck for weigh-in today everyone. x

I somehow lost 4.5lb this week. :) L.I.N.D.A. 5lb off -45lb to go Happynanna 9.5lb off 40.5 to go 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 11.5lb lost- 38.5lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 4.5lbs lost 45.5 to go...

Hi everyone, how are you all doing? I managed to lose 4.5lb and to get my 2st award (and SOTW too). :) Really pleased with that.

6x packs of Muller lights (tofee/vanilla, red fruit, etc, it also includes the dessert inspired ones (1syn each) too) in Asda at the moment for £2, and they also have the Greek style Mullers for £1.50. x

It took me about 1 and 1/2st to drop a jeans size, and another 1 and 1/2st to the next ones (I'm now just in my 20's :)) and I've heard a few people say that, so maybe in the next half stone (give or take a few pounds) you'll suddenly drop into those 20's. :) Funnily enough I don't 'feel' any...

Another one- take your measurements when you start and weeks when you gain or STS and feel a bit disappointed, take your measurements. It's a great way to see that it's not all about the number on the scales and it can keep you motivated for another week and another loss. :) x

Using passata, onions and mushrooms, etc, as a base sauce for things like spag bol/curry/chilli/pizza topping are a great way to get in superfree veg. You could also make batches of soup with leeks, onions, swede, carrots, etc, and blend so you just see an orang-ie soup, or mix swede and...

I agree with above, don't let one bad evening turn into a bad week and don't compare your losses to others. Mine would be to take your loss in baby steps. Don't think of your weight as one big chunk, instead take it in little goals, every half stone, dropping into a new stone zone, every BMI...

Half off for me this week. :) L.I.N.D.A. 5lb off -45lb to go Happynanna 7.5lb off 42.5 to go 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 7lb lost- 43lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 4.5lbs lost 45.5 to go Holiday-dieter -...

I lost half a pound today. Good luck for all of your Weigh-in's today everyone. :)

Sounds like you had an awesome time with delicious food, so 1.5lb is a great gain... oxymoron there, but I'm sure you know what I mean! :D That'll definitely be gone next week but you'll have the memories of that fab holiday forever. :) x Wow, Jem, that's a HUGE loss, never ever lost that in a...

Thanks Ellie, I got lost, couldn't find it, I must have had the wrong directions, lol! :D How exciting to be in another stone zone! I have my eyes on the prize now, I sooo want to be a teen again. xxxx

I'm in the 20's (yay!). Next goal, just 3lb to my 2st award. :)

I lost 1.5lb this week. Daz, sorry to see you're moving on, but thanks for all of the work you've put in, you know we're all very grateful. :) x

Excellent news Ellie, really pleased for you all. Your dinner sounds nicer than a takeway, enjoy. :) x

I lost 1.5lb. :) Good luck for WI today everyone. x

I lost 1.5lb this week. :) L.I.N.D.A. 5lb off -45lb to go Happynanna 7.5lb off 42.5 to go 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 6.5lb lost- 43.5lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 3.5lbs lost 46.5 to go Holiday-dieter -...

Well done Vixen, fab loss! x Jo, the numbers don't really matter, just pick a set of scales and stick to them. Personally, I'd buy a new set and start again with whatever they say (ie-change your current weight to whatever they say, but don't wipe the slate, you're doing great!). My scales...

If I could choose, it'd be my arms and tummy too. :) x

Fingers crossed for those 4lbs this week, but even it's next week, it's still fab, best things come to those who wait. :) On the sheet it says 'Number of 5/10/15 minute sessions', so I assume it would be okay to do it in 3 x 5 minute sessions and just put '3' in the 5 min box when you've done...

3lb off for me this week please, thank you. :) x

3lb off for me too this week. :) L.I.N.D.A. 5lb off -45lb to go Happynanna 4.5lb off 45.5 to go 3mercer-45lb to go Hippopotamum- 5lb lost- 45lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -43lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 50lbs to go Holiday-dieter - 1lb lost...

I lost 3lb too. :) x

Well done Ellie, that's great, especially as you were expecting a gain, you'll have that 1/2lb next week. :) STS is good Jem, I know what you mean about exercising in this weather, it puts me off too, it's just not comfortable! :) Welshtigger, 1.5lb isn't bad, it'll be off again in no time. :)...

I put on a pound this week, must try harder! Back to it 100% now. x

I knew I'd gained (a pound, and no that's not why I'm proud! :)) but I still went to class and stayed for the meeting, I faced up to it! :) I think I might actually be maturing. x

Pound ON this week for me! I'll try harder this week... Promise! :) L.I.N.D.A 5lb off -45lb to go Happynanna 50lb to go 3mercer-48lb to go Hippopotamum- 2lb lost- 48lb to go Jules1981 5.5 off 44.5 to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -42lbs to go Welshtigger 6 lbs lost-44lbs to go NewMe14 50lbs to go...

I went the wrong way this week! Pound on for me please. x

Wow, Ellie, 10lbs, that's awesome, you're the person who the phrase, "Easy on, easy off" was written for! Fab loss, well done. :) Well done on the 1/2lb Jem, that's fab, a positive step in the right direction. Your new sofas sound lovely, v. jealous! :) And Well done Welshtigger, 3lb is fab...

I lost 3lb this week, but I wasn't sure if we were still doing this. Wow, over 30st is awesome, well done everyone. :) Big Ben - 57lb lost 0lb to go Theria - 44.5lb lost 5.5lb to go Rache83 - 41lb lost 9lb to go MrsMcGregor - 38.5lb lost 13.5lb to go Bee33- 38lb lost 12lb to go Sunlightbub...

Welshtigger, what's 22lb between friends? :D x A pound's not too bad Vixen, and the way I see it, there's no such as thing as failing as long as you're still trying. :) If you can, try to fill the food plan sheets in, I always do better when I'm filling them in, it's like I can't lie, so I...

Hello and welcome... the more the merrier! Anyway, from your stats (unless you haven't updated?) you're only 12lb away from getting into the 21's, whatever it is, as I said before, what's a few pounds between friends. :) You're doing really well, how have you been finding it so far? x

There you go Holiday-dieter. :) L.I.N.D.A 50lb to go Happynanna 50lb to go 3mercer-50lb to go Hippopotamum- 3lb lost- 47lb to go Jules1981 50lbs to go orange-sox 7lbs lost -42lbs to go Welshtigger 50lbs to go NewMe14 50lbs to go Holiday-dieter 50lbs to go

:bighug: Aw, lovely, in what way are you a failure? Please don't think like that. It's so hard when someone you love starts changing into someone you don't recognise, it's hard to see them deteriorate (my gran had dementia, so I can empathise) of course you're going to look for comfort from...

Now I want a cream tea! :D You know you did the right thing Ellie, holidays are meant to be enjoyed! x Jem, good for you for facing up to it, it's really hard to do, and you stay where you are, what's a few pounds between friends?! :D x

3lb off for me too, I got slimmer of the week and my one and a half stone award. :)

I'd love to join, should I include this week's weigh-in? If so, start weight- 21st 5lb and I lost 3lb this morning. :) L.I.N.D.A 50lb to go Happynanna 50lb to go 3mercer-50lb to go Hippopotamum- 3lb lost- 47lb to go

I got my 1 and a 1/2st award today, next target is to get into the 20's. :)

3lb off for me this week, thank you. :)

Ellie, it sounds like you had a great time on your jolly holidays! :D Knowing you, that'll be gone in no time, easy on is always followed by easy off. Good luck. x I feel a bit bad saying this now, so I'll whisper it... I lost 3lb, got my 1 and 1/2st award and got slimmer of the week this week...

Swing. Hearts or spots?

Painting. :) Broken oven or broken washing machine?

STS, always better than a gain! :) It is stressful, so just keep plodding on and you'll get back to it when you're ready. x

Can I join in your July challenge too please? I didn't quite hit my target in June, so I'll say 7lb for July. Thanks. :)

Well done everyone, great results this week. :)

Hi lovely ladies, I lost 2lb today and got Slimmer of the Month (-7lb in June) so I got a lovely little sticker and a fridge magnet. :) Very happy. x How are you lot doing? Everyone okay? x

2lb off for me this week. :) Big Ben - 57lb lost 0lb to go Theria - 44lb lost 6lb to go Rache83 - 41lb lost 9lb to go Bee33- 38lb lost 12lb to go MrsMcGregor - 38.5lb lost 13.5lb to go Sunlightbub - 35.5lb lost 14.5 lb to go Verdepurdy - 25lb lost 25lb to go Mairead - 24lbs lost 26lb to...

2lb off for me today. :)

2lb off for me this week. :) Thanks. x

Brown. Pashmina or shrug?

Love both but a Freddo is kinder to my teeth. :) (Are you...) blonde or brunette?

Quilt. Bath or Shower?

PM, I'm more of a night owl than an early bird. World cup or Wimbledon?

Any loss is a good loss! Half a pound= 1 pack of butter, gone forever! :) And so far you've lost 3.5lb= 7 packs of butter, that's awesome in just two weeks. Keep up the good work. x