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It is definitely harder the 2nd time round, I have found it really depressing I suppose because it is my fault I am at this point again, however nearly 2 stone down and 1 1/2 to go, I certainly never want to be here again and I know where I went wrong so lessons have been learned. It is a means...

thanks for your encouragement, I forgot how hard day 1 is, I just keep on pouring the black coffee down, am looking forward to day 3/4 and ketosis,

BL, I am so sorry to hear your news, its times like these when we need to put things into perspective and focus on whats really important to us. She must be really proud of what you have achieved and where you are with your life. My thoughts are with you and your family x

Hi All, I finished RTM about 12 months ago and felt invincible, I think from that point I set myself up to fail and pushed my body and eating to see how far it would go before I started to regain. Once the weight started to go back on I changed the goal posts at each stone gained. Its my 40th in...

Have just read your link, thanks Minerva, very helpful and definately something I will try and follow

I too am struggling with portion control, I have put on about 4lb this week so decided to revisit how much I was having and was shocked to discover that what I thought was about 30g of cereal was in fact almost double, so for the next few days I am weighing everything and keeping track of...

Well that's it I've just returned from my final weigh in, and am now going solo, its a very daunting feeling, but at least my counsellor has said I can attend drop ins as often as I want, I am planning to go back in 4 weeks but will see how things progress. I did finish on a high though, as I...

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Its interesting that both of you SB and BL have stayed away from carbs, I officially finish RTM tomorrow with my last weigh in and am scared of the future, but think that I will also keep away from the dreaded beige food. You both give me alot of hope that I can manage this myself with adaptions...

well done for your weekend achievement, your loss may be small but look how far you have come in total, I abstained completely over xmas and new year and only had a 1lb loss after 2 weeks, but after going through various emotions (and swear words) managed to put it behind me and low and behold...

Well done Daisy, its a wonderful feeling

You are absolutely right, during abstinence it feels like magic is working, but during RTM you realise that it is now up to you to put the hard work in, so where can we buy this magic dust?

Hi PS, I too am having the same thoughts and feelings, I have just been to a kids party and stood next to the buffet and ate veg+++, but felt very angelic when the other moms were stuffing saus rolls etc and complaining about their weight. I have started to push some of my boundaries...

Thanks for the reminder PS, I've just uncrossed my legs. again!!

Hi Sean welcome to RTM, I too was very hung up on portion size and calories etc in the first few weeks, now on week 9 and trying not to worry as much, I'm sticking to the plan but not counting calories as I don't want to get hung up on the whole diet thing, I want to eat healthy and not be on a...

Hi PS, just a quick update following visit to GP, she is concerned that it is due to a disc bulge etc and has referred me to local orthopaedic Hospital, I will let you know what happens once I've seen the consultant, hope your symptoms (and mine) improve before the appointment comes round

Hi Rainbow, you have certainly made the right choice in starting LL, 100% motivation will guarantee 100% success, most people lose an average of 1 stone per month. I agree with the others it is very addictive and the weeks fly by and before you realise you have finished foundation. The end of...

Thanks to everyone who has commented on my photos, it certainly has kept me on a high for 24 hours Sharon

I have finally had the courage to sort out my before and after photos, I can't believe they are both me, even I have to admit what a transformation. I am truly grateful to lighter life for giving me back my self respect, confidence and without too many dramatics my life.

Hi PS, I can't believe that those are your symptoms as it could have been me writing them, I too have a week right foot/leg which keeps dragging on the floor and I also have recently changed jobs and now sit for long periods with my legs crossed, I have just booked an appointment with my GP as...

I felt the same as you and at the start could quite easily have not bothered with food, but I kept telling myself that this is how eating disorders start and food is not the enemy which I think is how we have come to view it during abstinence. This gets better I assure you and as you get more...

Well done for being so brave, I bet nearly every woman on here is saying that looks just like mine, I'm not a freak after all, I know I am. I too may go and see my GP but have decided to wait 6 months and see what exercise and the wonder of nature can do, I can't decide whats worse my stomach or...

Good on you for getting this far, but RTM definitely tests everything you have learnt so far, everyweek I have stepped on the scales convinced that I have put on loads of weight but to my amazement have stayed the same, it really is a case of changes all of your previous conceptions. I'm sure...

Thanks for that Andy, that has made me smile, much needed today

I normally have a 28 day cycle but when I started LL i did miss a period. After that I was regular again, however I have again missed a period this month and am 6 weeks into RTM, has this happened to anyone else during RTM and did it resolve again, and no I have done a test and its negative.

I think you've touched a raw nerve here, haven't you noticed that those who pass comment/judgment are at either end of the extreme, either overweight themselves or very slim, I think its a case of jealousy from both groups. Although one exception to this is my husband who has suggested I see the...

Hi all, I have now been at goal for 4 weeks and am still struggling to see the new me when I look in the mirror, I still see the fat me rather than the new me. Is this feeling something you have all experienced? If so how long did it take you to feel comfy in your new shape. I can easily see...

from what I can find you can have milk for tea and coffee, there is not an actual amount, someone may tell you otherwise, I have still avoided milk and am having yoghurts for my dairy input, I too feel like I am back to square one again, having to ask what must seem like daft questions, but as...

Thanks for the support everyone, well its going fine so far but I have to agree with you all I feel I am eating too much, but a bucket of salad and a chicken breast has only the same cals etc as a pack, I assume this is part of the learning curve I am going through. I am looking forward to the...

Well the sky didn't fall in, I haven't put on a stone (hopefully) in fact eating was actually uneventful, so I don't know what I have been worried about, but did you all get really excited about thing like lettuce and cabbage, or even sugar free jelly in week 2, I can't wait, or am I just a sad...

The next part of my journey starts tomorrow with a humble chicken breast and I can't wait, I'm under no illusion this is not going to be easy but my resolve is stronger than ever.

Thanks for all of your comments, I suppose I will just have to see how I get on and make a decision as and when, as for the calcium etc, I intend to have yoghurts so hopefully will get some of the goodness from them

Well done to you, I too have just reached a healthy BMI for the first time in my life, it still seems strange, I am starting RTM on Tuesday and can't wait, I have already been shopping in preparation. My LLC has also recently mentioned fat memory and she explained it that when cells had been...

After drinking tea and coffee for so long without milk, I can't decide whether to add it to my drinks again, or is it just wasted calories. What did everyone else do?

Hi Rachel, I too am starting RTM at the end of Feb after abstaining for 6 months 100%, I have lost just over 5 stone, I agree it is very daunting but also I can't wait, my trips to the supermarket take longer now as I am planning on what to buy for my first week, chicken, chicken and probably...

just for future reference, I live about 30 miles from my LLC, so it case of emergency I bought a couple of days extra supply to keep me going, thank goodness as my meeting tonight has been cancelled and I would have run out. Sorry I know this doesn't help this time but you could be prepared for...

BL have just been reading your comments about bread and wondered if you had tried it again since finishing RTM? (congratulations on that by the way) Bread used to big a big downfall for me but always made me feel bloated and I have often wondered if I am intolerance and may even decide to avoid...

I also like weird combination's, mine is black coffee, st Clements and sweetener, no one in my group enjoyed it, but I find its another taste when you've had everything else and you want a change.

My LLC put it into perspective, that by losing 5+stone will actually add 8 years to your life, so whats one christmas dinner when you actually get 8 more, this is whats keeping me on track when I think about dinner

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Well done emzski, I'm going away at the weekend for the first time since starting LL and you have given me renewed motivation, it will be strange to get weighed in next week and have lost (hopefully!!) and not put on which normally happens after a holiday. Keep up the good work.

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Well done Lynn for making the decision to continue I know it must have been tough, have a good chat to your LLC tonight, and try not to get too worried about the weigh in you never know you may surprise yourself and have a loss. Lokk forward to hearing how you get on. Positive thoughts flying...

well done emzski, I too am constantly on and off the scales, and have finally realised it doesnt matter what they say I always lose each week at LL, but I still can't make the break from my old friend

Its a shame so many GPs are so short sighted and negative about LL when the benefits are so fantastic, I was really anxious about asking my GP and it made me feel quite ill, he wasn't at all supportive but at least he signed the forms, I too am a nurse and have had my 4 week check done by...

KD LOL after I fell in and realised that Tap was not a new brand I chuckled for ages, thanks for making my day. I do agree though tap water is as good as any other, I keep 2 one litre bottles in the fridge and just keep them topped up, I dread to think what I would have spent otherwise.

Hi Bekimo, just realised you live in brum, whereabouts are you?

Well done BL you are truly an inspiration to us all

Hi everyone, feeling very proud of myself today as the family went to Drayton Manor and while everyone else ate burgers and fries I stuck to my bar (I'll just polish my halo) I even bought my son an ice cream with a flake! Don't get me wrong it was tough and the devil and the angel fought...

That has got to be one of my goals with doing LL - to shop in a 'normal' shop and buy something of the rack and only pay a normal price, not over inflated for an extra few inches of material and an Evans carrier bag

Tanya Jade, make that over 9 stones as I had my 2nd weigh in last night and lost another 5lb, I feel on top of the world, and with the support of family and friends, including all of you I feel I can finally achieve my goals

You seem to have the best attitude to me, and you've proved to yourself that despite the temptations that were probably all around you, you still have total control!! Your LLC should be proud of both you and also herself for helping you achieve your right mindset. Keep up the good work and prove...

I think she means well and wants us to focus on the positive not negative and keep us away from bed habits which got us into this situation in the first place

well done brummy girl, great loss, I am also on my 2nd week and felt awful yesterday and this morning, it seems to have passed now though so hopefully just last of toxins coming out, also perhaps my bad mood, poor OH took the brunt, my be part of an anti climax after the first week and the...

Our LLC has asked us not to discuss 'lapses' as this my cause a domino effect and before we know it we are all falling off the wagon, so I would say unless you've got £66 to burn stick to the packs

Well done to all of you, I too have been to my first weigh in last night and lost 11 pounds! wow! really motivated for week 2 and the bars should help, chewing at last, it feels like a lifetime not a week. Keep up the good work roll on next week.

well done, keep up the good work

Good Luck emzski, you'll be surprised at how easy you find LL, my husband is also behind me, I think he has finally realised how unhappy I was being so big and now supports me all the way. Fitted dresses - no problem by next year, you will look fab.

Hi all, did I hear someone mention previously a reduced salt version of the marigold swiss stuff, and if so where can I get it from?

do you have to plug the stick bender in or is it battery operated, also has anyone tried bio oil to help with skin as the weight starts to come off, I know I'll be left with something but I'll try anything I can do to help with the final look

Hi All, I too am struggling today, it didn't start off well as I had to pop into work (I'm a nurse) and everyone, so it seemed were eating sausage sandwiches, the smell was delicious! I wouldn't mind I don't normally eat sausages so what was that all about? Still, here I am and I've not...

Hi BG, is your meeting in Dorridge? I also started on Tuesday night, not had a headache but very fuzzy headed though. It will be good to support each other. Is your drop in tomorrow?

Well done for your loss. I can't make my drop in tomorrow but feel much better tonight so hopefully am in ketosis. Burn Fat Burn!!

Start of day 3, still feeling ok, keep waiting for the ketosis to hit, maybe I'll be one of the lucky ones catznolan -carlow(ire) -week 1 -10th sept (wed) - 4stone Caz789 - Cheshire - week 2 - Tuesdays - 4 stone - 8.1bs so far Laststraw - London - week 1 - 10th sept - 3 stone Mollysmum -...

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Hi Everyone, can I join the september starters, I had my first weigh in on Tues night so day 2 today, going ok so far just a bit light headed. Only just realising how much I picked at things no wonder I have got 5 stones to loose! What day did most of you go into ketosis? I think the support...

Also on my first day today, ok so far, but I wish I had bought the water flavourings as missing pop already, never mind it will be worth it in a few months time. Does anybody use a mixer for the shakes and where did you get it from, very lumpy shakes are not good for the next 3+ months.

excited to start Thanks to you all for advice, I think I'll just eat what takes my fancy otherwise I'' just feel deprived. I'll let you know how I'm getting on. It certainly helps to share feelings and read about other peoples experiences

I have my first session tomorrow night, does anyone have any advice on what to eat tomorrow as my last day before abstinence or does it not really make much difference. I look forward to being part of LL group and hopefully recording loses like yourselves