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Despite feeling like this week was a wipe out I've actually lost 1lb which I'm really pleased with. Takes my loss this year to 13 and my loss in total to 21lbs! Have a nice weekend everyone 15 May 2015 7am Joanne - pledged 56lbs - lost 18.0lbs Autumn500 - pledged 42.5lbs - lost 11lbs...

Updating for my loss last Friday 13 May 2015 8pm Joanne - pledged 56lbs - lost 18.0lbs Autumn500 - pledged 42.5lbs - lost 11lbs (31.5lbs to go) CatA - pledged 56lbs - lost 17.6lbs Jimbob12345 - pledged 50lbs - lost 7.5 Hoz - pledged 42lbs - lost 25lbs (17lbs to go) sarahslimming - pledged...

Hi I've been doing the 5:2 on and off for about 6 months. I've found it definitely works and find it particularly helpful when I reach a stagnating point with some stubborn pounds to go. Fasting seems to kick start me again. I'm also not a big calorie counter so have some set meal plans that I...

Really struggling this week. I'm back to work after a week off which is difficult in itself but my OH is on nights at the moment which means we're seeing each other for about 50 minutes in an evening and as soppy as it sounds it really gets me down not spending real quality time with him...

Just the 1lb gone for me this week. A little disappointed as did fasting again but then I also had a less than perfect bank holiday weekend so I really shouldn't grumble at a loss. Takes me to 12lb gone since January and 20lbs since I first started. Will update the list when on my computer later

Yeah I definitely prefer to just get them done. This is the first time I'm doing consecutive weeks so it will interesting to see what next week's result is. I've got 7 weeks till I go wedding dress shopping and I'd like to be at least half a stone lighter. Hopefully fasting will help me get...

Yeah it's doing the 5:2 I find it always gives me a good boost. Although I also did a gym session on Wednesday which is cardio and weights. I did my fast days Monday and Tuesday and then Wednesday and Thursday were normal. Going to fast Tuesday and Wednesday next week. Will let you know how I...

Woohoo I've lost 4lbs this week! So thrilled. Realised I'd been naughty and not put my recent gains on the list so it doesn't need updating. Going to do 5:2 again next week, another week like this and I'll pop down to the next stone bracket which would be amazing!

Hey everyone I've had a frustrating few weeks with little gains and losses and sticking the same. I'be started doing 5:2 which I found really helpful last time I stagnated. Fingers crossed for a decent WI on Friday.

I've also had a couple of stagnant weeks just staying the same. I'm back cycling each day more or less so hoping that will have an impact and thinking of doing the 5:2 every so often to give a boost. I'm going wedding dress shopping for the first time in 8 weeks and I would love to be half a...

Welcome back Jimbob. I think each and every one of us has been exactly where you are many times. Good luck this time round and remember to use this forum for support.

Good luck bubble we all know we can do this when we set our minds to it. I've just spent a day volunteering on a city farm with a bunch from work best day ever and an amazing work out shifting animal muck!

A couple of weeks with celebratory drinks and my weight is not looking good! The wedding diet kicks in today seeing as we've now set a date! 235 days till I get married!

Nearly a full week of cycling to and from the station another 30K covered!

Realised with the excitement of getting engaged I never updated the list. Updated List 13:35 7th April Joanne - pledged 56lbs - lost 18.0lbs Autumn500 - pledged 42.5lbs - lost 11lbs (31.5lbs to go) CatA - pledged 56lbs - lost 16.8lbs Jimbob12345 - pledged 50lbs - lost 7.5 Hoz -...

Thanks bubble77. I'm so excited although going to wait a couple of months before dress shopping as would like to lose at least another stone.

Thanks for all the kind wishes. We've been together just over 2.5 years. Now I have a real focus for my weight loss as hopefully getting married in 8 months!

Here you go. It's a vintage one from the 1950s

This was the view we had (if I've managed to upload the photo!)

I sort of knew it was on the cards but didn't know exactly when, he took me totally by surprise on a picnic.

Arghhhhhh my other half asked me to marry him today!

Really sorry to hear that. We've all been where you are. Snacking a little and finding a big impact. Hopefully as you say it will come off quickly x

1lb off, was hoping for 2 if I'm honest but not going to complain about a loss. Back to a full week of cycling to the station and back on Tuesday so we'll see what impact that has on next week's WI. Happy Easter everyone

WI tomorrow and dread starting to slowly draw in. I don't know why, I've had a good week and a brilliant work out today at the gym but just feel negative towards the WI.

Thanks everyone. I managed to survive without eating. She really does get under my skin though

Grrrrrrr I am having such a rubbish day at work and it's only 9:30! I generally get on with everyone I work with but find the finance director really difficult, it sometimes feels like she goes out of her way to make life difficult for me. I'm sat at my desk and all I want to do is comfort...

Cycle home went well. The last hill is a killer only made of half way up before having to get off and walk but eventually I'll cycle it all. Just checked my app and got my figures wrong yesterday with today's cycles I've done a total of 89KM this year

First cycle to the station in over a month, such a gorgeous morning for it too. Gave myself 30mins but did it in 20! Absolutely chuffed. Now let's see how the cycle home tonight goes (more up hill than down!)

Thanks Upndown, much appreciated x

Finally got my new bike, took it out for a spin and covered 14k takes my total for the year to 64K

Another 1lb off for me! Could someone please update the list ? Thanks so much

Wearing a dress today that I haven't worn in over a year! Such a good feeling and a boost

Well done on your loss too and thanks for updating. The garden plans sound exciting x

4lbs off for me this week. Absolutely thrilled. Can someone update this list please to 9lbs lost in total? Thanks and happy Sunday

Oh I can't wait for Easter Sunday and chocolate!

My hormones are driving me mad. I am an emotional car crash. Got upset today because OH said he didn't want mackerel for lunch tomorrow! Sooner this time of the month passes the better. Rather than sit here miserable I treated myself to some fruit pastels and will work extra hard in the gym...

Welcome back Ryan91 - you're in the best group for coming back and going for it again. We've all been there done that. Good luck going forward

Fingers crossed I may have a break through with my lack of weight loss the last couple of weeks. I have the implant and don't get periods regularly, often just have one mighty one about once a year. Yesterday it arrived. Now when I look back at the last couple of weeks it makes so much sense not...

I've WI 2 days early as away at a wedding this weekend. Yet another STS! It's been an odd week with my exercise and a number of nights eating late. Hoping if I'm sensible with choices this weekend I can see a difference next week.

His, what's xenical?

Hosted a work pub quiz for comic relief tonight now absolutely shattered but on the good side had no snacks and no booze just a lime and soda. Trying to stay strong

Thanks for all the comments ladies it's much appreciated. I'm sure this will pass me by and I've managed to stay good the rest of the day

Urgh feeling really down and crap today and just ate a load of haribo. Why? Why can't I just control myself?! No time this week for a gym session due to work commitments in the evenings. Really low today

STS for me this week. I've had a really good week so it is a bit disappointing. I'm hoping it will show itself on the next WI.

Thanks - he is amazingly supportive. I think I've got quite caught up in the whole losing 'old' weight thing and it was really getting to me. I'm trying really hard to focus on the positives and although it may be slow going I am making changes and I will get there. Work is quite stressful...

Hi everyone, after a week off I'm back. I was absolutely gutted with the gain the other week, not helped by the fact that my other half lost 5lbs. We had a really long talk and he reminded me that I had already lost nearly a stone ahead of him starting. I got all upset about not wanting to...

2lb gain for me absolutely gutted. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I have had a terrible week, work has been stressful and I know it's making me snack and I've also not managed to get to the gym. Not looking forward to the WI. Trying hard to motivate again but just feel rubbish Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Had a less than perfect weekend as was visiting my in-laws. However today marks 6 weeks give or take of no alcohol and no chocolate, that's gotta make a difference right? I'm also now running to the station in an evening, it's only 1.5K but as I'm not cycling at the moment it better than...

Yes it's insured but still a pain to sort replacement etc. the hoops the insurers make you jump through! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Bike got stolen yesterday so that's going to prevent the milage growing for a few weeks whilst I get it all sorted. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good news I've STS which I'm actually really pleased with after the hen weekend. Bad news my bike got nicked yesterday :cry: Have a nice weekend everyone

Know I shouldn't but had a sneaky look at the scales today, currently looking like a 1lb gain but just back from the gym and power walking tomorrow morning. Would be absolutely made up if I could get a stay the same after the hen weekend. Off bridesmaid dress shopping tomorrow so that's an...

I fasted last week but with one thing and another not able to this week. Might do it the following week depending how the WI goes. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

So I didn't WI in this weekend, was on a hen and didn't get the chance and then once home didn't want to face the impact! I'll also be WI early this week as we're off to my OH's dad's for the weekend. Good wise it should be ok and we're going to take our running stuff and try and get out for a...

I purposefully don't have scales that do part pounds I think I'd become overly obsessed. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

After having weeks and weeks of STS lose one gain one I tried fasting last summer. I found doing it every other week just gave me that little extra boost. I find I don't get hungry at all on the days although wouldn't want to do it for more as it is quite restrictive just having 500 cals. Sent...

I'm on a hen next weekend Friday to Sunday so will WI on Friday - a couple of days early but feel that will be better than no WI at all. In a bid to give me a boost and head start I'm doing two fasting days this week. Feeling fine so far today with about 250 calories left for dinner this...

Loosing weight is definitely harder post 30. I've been trying to lose weight for over a year in Feb last year I reached my 1 stone lost Mark and then just went up and down for the rest of the year culminating in putting nearly all of it back on in the lead up to Christmas. Since I was 21 I have...

Oy going to update monthly so end of January total below: KentCat - 50K so far Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Managed to get online between household chores - got to love Sundays! Updated Sunday 1 February 16:20 Joanne - pledged 56lbs - lost 8lbs Autumn500 -pledged 42.5lbs - lost 15.25lb (27.25 to go) CatA - pledged56lbs - lost 9lbs Jimbob12345 -pledged 50lbs - lost 7.5 Hoz - pledged42lbs - lost...

If you could that would be fab not sure when I'll get online. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

My earlier WI was at a friends I've got home and jumped on my scales (which I normally weigh in on) and according to them I've lost a 1lb! Going to actually take the reading from my scales - an unexpected win! Will update the list when on the computer later ? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Bad week for me, I hurt my back on Monday and was laid up most of the week and totally failed to stay on plan. End result 1lb on. Will update list later when on the computer Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

You may want to think about, if you haven't done already, taking your measurements. Going to the gym lots you'll be losing inches of not pounds. I exercise a lot and find it frustrating when there is no weight loss but have seen my shape change over the last year. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Had a really good day and feeling positive about the coming week. Updated list below. UPDATED LIST: 25th Jan Joanne - pledged 56lbs - lost 5.6lbs Autumn500 -pledged 42.5lbs - lost 14.5lb (28 to go) CatA - pledged56lbs - lost 5.8lbs Jimbob12345 -pledged 50lbs - lost 7.5 Hoz - pledged42lbs...

So relieved 1lb off! It's been a hard week I think I've felt each and every ounce of that but it's off and that's what matters. Off to the gym later to kick start the new week. Will update the list this evening when on the computer Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today I have decided not to be miserable. I will head to gym as normal tomorrow and take whatever the scales throw at me on Sunday. A while back I started doing 5:2 fasting stopped due to holidays and christmas etc. but think it may be time to start again. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

At an business breakfast meeting this morning I avoided all the lovely pastries and just had a banana. I know I made the right decision but it didn't half make me feel miserable. I really don't know what is wrong with me. I'm miserable when I eat the wrong stuff and miserable when I eat the...

Thanks Bubble77 Yeah I'm still cycling and will hopefully get to the gym on Saturday (my other half is working and may need the car). I have an implant and so don't get periods but I wonder if i'm still having a time of the month as I really do just feel low and a bit emotional. So far today...

So despite my positive thinking at the weekend after getting a STS I'm really struggling. The office was full of chocolate yesterday and I had more than my fair share. On the good side I've resisted having a glass of wine when I get home which is usually by downfall when feeling like this. I so...

I know what you mean about getting set back, in September I was running 10K easily having trained for a run but after completing it I let myself get lazy. I'm now going the gym as as you say it's too cold and icy to run outside. I'm building it up again, you'll be amazed how quickly it comes...

Hi, not sure if anyone else will be interested in this but here we go. I cycle to the station and back most days and I got to thinking how many kilometres I clock up over the course of a year. So I'm going to record them here and then at different stages work out where that is the equivalent...

After not cycling for over a month this morning I did my first commute to the train station. It was flipping cold and the roads were a little icy but I did it and will be doing it every day this week. I know once I've got a couple of days under my belt it will be fine but it felt so hard this...

I've stayed the same and I'm absolutely gutted. I really felt that this week was better than last and to have nothing to show for it is horrid. All meals already planned for next week so at least this won't drive me off plan but not in a good mood today Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Just back from the gym, did 7K in 50 minutes which is 2K more than last week and averaging just over 7Mins a K which I'm really happy with. Fingers crossed it shows on the scales tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I feel I've eaten better this week than last week and yet have this dread that I've not lost. Off to the gym tomorrow and then WI Sunday so will just have to wait and see. My other half and I have decided to give up alcohol for Lent so that should give me a boost come March/April time Sent...

I think there is a test you can do on the BBC site which helps you identify what type you are. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Arghhhhhh real chocolate craving. I'm not going to give in to it but needed to acknowledge it - thanks Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

We don't the sex yet the lady we're getting it from is hoping the vet will pop round today and sex them. To be honest we're happy either way. We've some names in mind but when I saw them I wasn't sure they're right so we're going to give it a few more weeks before settling on anything. Will...

My other half works shifts so we're going for just the one as reckon we can give it the time and love required. Very excited if a little scared about something so little depending on us - preparation for children I guess! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

In about 6 weeks we're getting a new addition to the family a little kitten we've been to visit this evening. Having costed everything up I reckon I'll lose weight because we won't be able to afford food for ourselves! Lol still very excited Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

First success of the week despite it being cold wet and miserable resisted the urge to grab a hot chocolate at Costa. I find meal planning really useful, not just from a dieting point of view but money wise - we plan each week and have definitely seen a reduction in how much we spend Sent...

Thanks everyone. This is the first time my other half is actively trying to lose weight with me and I hope it can really keep us both motivated. He just handed me 3lbs of weights from our kitchen scales to demonstrate what we've lost. Great motivator! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Other half and I have both weighed in today and we've both lost 3lbs absolutely thrilled. UPDATED LIST - 11th JANUARY Joanne - pledged 70lbs - lost 0lbs Autumn500 - pledged 42.5lbs - lost 8.5lbs CatA - pledged 56lbs - lost 4.4lbs Jimbob12345 - pledged 50lbs - lost 4.5 Hoz - pledged 42lbs...

I had a sneaky peek at the scales this morning and with two days till WI I'm looking at a loss. Felt that I needed either a reality kick or an encouragement to get through Friday night and seeing a loss is definitely going to keep me on track. Off to the gym this weekend before WI so hoping to...

Well done! I'd love a kick start like that. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi everyone, I had a really bad couple of months towards the end of the year and pretty much ruined all my hard work putting on a stone! But new year new attitude and my other half is healthy eating with me, my goal is to get down to 14 stone. 05/01/15 Joanne - pledged 70lbs - lost 0lbs...

Hi I would recommend you get an Oyster card and us pay as you go. There is a daily cap on how much you spend so you'll never pay more than a if you'd bought a day travel card. You can buy them online and they'll post them to you so you also don't have to faff around queuing when you get to...

Thanks Upndown. I've kick started today with a really good gym session Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well I've got my motivation for the next few months, my best friend has asked me to be a bridesmaid in March. Is it realistic to want to be a stone lighter by then? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I think that's it I'm constantly fiddling with the pace. I also struggle with not moving through a landscape, 1K seems to take forever! I think next time I'm going to cover the display. My running app has an indoor treadmill tracker so it will tell me my distance every half K Sent from my...

I've not been running outside since early October, got a really bad ear infection which still occasionally flares up and have been advised not to run in the cold and wet. Now going the gym once a week but it's not the same and I find it really difficult to run as far or for as long. Anyone else...

Monday done plan stuck to. Let's hope this determination can stay Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done! Great work Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Happy birthday! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today marks the start of positive back on track me. I went to the gym yesterday and ran 6K, cycled to the station this morning and so far have just had a nature valley bar rather than the crossiant I had got into the habit of having the last couple of weeks. Lunch is a sandwich and dinner...

Hey everyone, it seems to have gone really quiet on here recently, I hope everyone is ok. I'm guessing most people like me are suffering a little with the winter blues. I'm not sure why but since returning from my holidays at the end of September I've really struggled with motivation - not...

Resisted a cake sale in work today. Proudest moment for quite a while Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Forgot my breakfast this morning and before you know it chocolate croissant here I come! Useless! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Wow the food looked gorgeous. After two weeks of feeling very sorry for myself and a 2lb gain taking me back to the weight I was when I came back from holiday over a month ago! I'm hoping this week to stay focused. I went to the gym yesterday and cycled to the station this morning. I'm not...

Was back in the gym yesterday and on the bike this morning hoping to have a real impact come Friday WI Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

After a couple of weeks of avoiding the scales, being ill and no exercise I faced them today and have a 2lb gain. Was expecting a whole lot more so will take that happily. Off to the gym on Sunday for first winter indoor running session hoping getting back into running and cycling now ear...

Still suffering with an ear infection so not even thinking about dieting in any format and not able to exercise so fed up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Having been quite ill with an ear infection I've not weighed in this week. All being well I'm hoping to be able to exercise again by the weekend and will weigh in on Friday. Going to just accept what I see and know with exercise I'll get it shifted. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Yes I've got ear drops and regular dosage of pain killers. I'm not very good at being ill! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Feeling very sorry for myself, have a horrid ear infection which is preventing me from sleeping but too busy at work to take time off. In so much pain, tired and teary. Can't exercise because it hurts too much which is really making me depressed. Generally not a great week Sent from my iPhone...

Well done on the fast. I was thinking about doing it this week but have a horrid cold coming on and a bit of ear ache, I think it's the impact of getting soaked cycling to the station on Monday. Can't face the idea of not eating properly feel crap enough as it is. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I've had a terrible week, so hormonal I've eaten so much chocolate and probably had one or two too many glasses of wine. Just back from a 10K run and 3K walk which I'm using to draw a line under it and go forward positively from tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Just home from the run and running a bath to soak in. Managed 10K which is fantastic given it's been a few weeks since I did a proper run Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Great work Caz! I've been so hormonal this week I think all I've eaten is chocolate! Scheduled a long run on Sunday and then will fast next week. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oh I love running, helps me clear my brain and deal with day to day stress. I can be a million miles off my diet and still get out there. I also cycle a lot to I guess just use to being active. Well done on your training so far. Don't beat yourself up if you do need to repeat some sections slow...

Thankfully the swelling went down quite quickly. My fast acting boyfriend has antihistamines, and cream waiting for me. Was so painful though Well done on your loss Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Had a weekend totally off diet and my Sunday run was cut short when I got stung on my face by a bee! Need to try really hard to stay on track this week. Determined to shift the holiday weight and carry on losing. How is everyone else? Seems very quiet on here. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Managed to get online on the computer - the last list I found was 30th September, apologies if this isn't the most recent. List as of 3rd October please update this list 366to266 pledged 42lb - lost 20lb Autumn 500 - pledged 42lbs - lost 3lbs loulou83 - pledged 35lbs - lost 5lbs Joanne -...

It has been a long and busy first week back at work hence the chocolate last night but have managed a 2lb loss! Could someone update the list for me? 6 gained on holiday 2 of them now gone Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Trapped my little finger in a vending machine whilst buying chocolate - think it was a sign! :-( Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well the fast day ended with a packet of crisps and a bar of chocolate on a late train home after being at work till gone 9pm Next time.... Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I guess so although with soups I always want a big piece of crusty bread smothered in butter! Mmmmmm can you tell I'm fasting today?! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

The holiday was amazing, thanks for asking. Ten days touring round Tuscany. Really struggling being back in work. Also realised I've got evening commitments this week which is going to make fasting difficult. Going to try and keep as low calorie as possible and hope for a small loss come Friday...

My advice is each run try and run for 30 seconds or a minute longer than the last and then as you get stronger make it another 0.5K more and then a full K more. If you can get in to the swing of running regularly you'll be amazed at how fast your progress and improve. When I first started I...

Hey, how is everyone doing. I'm back from two weeks in Italy to a 6lb gain :-( Going to fast this week and just done a 6.6K run - hoping getting back to the normal routine should lose it fairly quickly Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Generally a weekend run is normally 10K. I'm considering doing a half marathon in March do will need to start upping the distance. Go you on starting believe me starting is the hardest part. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oh completely. There was no way I was going to even try dieting that's not what the holiday was about. Sunday the running and dieting starts again Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Plus 6 for me after an absolutely amazing two week holiday in Tuscany. Lots of wine, cheese and ice cream and I don't regret any of it. Fasting next week which should give a boost to losing it. Could someone please update the list for me? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Definitely doing much better, I think I sort of needed the wobble to refocus and finding the 5:2 fantastic Have a lovely weekend everyone Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

4lbs off for me this week which I'm absolutely thrilled with. Combination of the run and fasting. I go on holiday on Monday and I am going 26lbs lighter than the last time my partner and I went away :-) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks Sammyanth! I also realised after posting my update that I've lost over 10% of my starting weight. So happy :-) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Yeah another 2lbs off for me. Absolutely thrilled! Go on holiday on Monday for two weeks and I'm going to enjoy it and get back on track when I return. Bubble77 have updated for you Updated list as of 12/09/2014 366to266 pledged 42lb - lost 14lb Autumn 500 - pledged 42lbs - lost 10.5lbs...

Oh wow. I now live in Kent but originally from Wigan. My dad lives in Winstanley and other family Pemberton. Such a small world! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Fasting again this week. I have my last weigh in before holiday on Friday would love to lose another 4lbs (what I've lost on previous fast weeks). That said my exercise has significantly dropped this week, giving myself a break after running the Wigan 10K at the weekend Breakfast had let's...

Oh my god this day in work is going so slowly! I'm not fasting this week but all I can think about is food! Feel like just saying sod it and eating a big bar of chocolate! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hoping to get out for a long run tomorrow but not sure I'll have time which is incredibly annoying. Fingers crossed. In the meantime updating for a short run earlier this week. Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 20/35 miles Jenniecakes - 48.6/70 miles KentCat - 34/40 miles Liquoricet -11/35...

That's great. I also have a long commute so can completely understand why you'd want to work less days. My plan is to eventually work from home for a couple of them but need to create the business case for it first. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Lunch done and feeling ok. Thankfully crazy busy day so work is keeping me occupied, less time to think about food. That said looking forward to prawn stir fry tonight Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thank you. I want to lose at least another stone after that to get me back to my lightest adult weight. I think BMI wise I could stand to lose more than that but we'll see. I cycle and run a lot so overall I am healthy so never put too much pressure on myself. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks. Fast for today is a fail, OH home unexpectedly for dinner so eating together. Will still fast tomorrow as planned Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I use to spend days like this in the house watching films and most likely drinking wine and eating chocolates, oh how the times have changed. A very wet 10K today but best time in a good few weeks. Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 17.3/35 miles Jenniecakes - 48.6/70 miles KentCat - 32/40...

Thanks. I started in July last year, lost 1.5st by February but have really struggled with this second half stone. Starting the 5:2 has given me a real boost again Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

My other half if working so I'm doing Monday and Tuesday and planning on spending most of tomorrow training so hoping for a big loss come the end of the week. 4lbs more and I'll have lost 2st - we go away 3 weeks on Monday and would love to have reached it by then. Sent from my iPhone using...

We went blackberry picking yesterday we're making a gin and lots of jam! Yum yum Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I've started doing the 5:2 but just every other week when my OH is on late shifts so we don't eat together. I'm really pleased with it, don't struggle with hunger at all and have gotten the restart to my weight loss I needed after pretty much floating around the same spot for months. Good luck...

It's been a busy week so only a little one for me. Hoping to get out for a longer run on Sunday Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 17.3/35 miles Jenniecakes - 41.1/70 miles KentCat - 25.8/40 miles Liquoricet -6/35 miles Sunflower1981 - 29.5/56 miles Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done to those with some great losses this week. I'm thrilled to say I've lost another 2lbs! For some of those who have been on here for a while you'll know how much that means to me after so many months of being stagnant. With today's weight loss I am now into the 15s! and today I am...

2lb lost on today's weigh in absolutely thrilled! Well done Caz on your loss Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

To add to the other comments your not a failure. I am structuring my days to avoid any situation where I could be tempted. I think in the same situation I would have said sod it. Draw a line under today and pick another and start again Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm actually fasting again today. Wanted to see how my body responds to back to back. Just back from lunch and feeling good, will have to see how the afternoon pans out. Not to rub it in but so far I wouldn't say I've ever felt really really hungry. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Yep. Cycled home from the station, soak in the bath and then chicken salad for dinner. Off to bed now as up early tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Lunchtime reached and so far feeling great. No hunger which is good, drinking lots of water. Let's hope the afternoon goes as well Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done ladies. Hope I can be as strong tomorrow. My other half works shifts so do my fasting when he's working at late, we wouldn't get to eat together so it makes perfect sense. I'd definitely find it harder of he was eating a normal meal and there is no way I could convince him to fast...

Congrats CatA it's been a while coming but fantastic for you. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oh I'm not doing mine till Wednesday. Hope the day stays good for you. I'm definitely a fan of splitting my calories across three meals. Don't know how people just go all day without anything! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hey how did you get on with this? I've my 10K race 3 weeks today, also hoping for under an hour but last couple of training runs have been so far off that, no idea what happened to my pace. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Fasting this week too, menus all prepared and a good carb load the night before I start! Good luck with the week ladies Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Another 7 for me Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 11.6/35 miles Jenniecakes - 31.9/70 miles KentCat - 24/40 miles Liquoricet -6/35 miles Sunflower1981 - 22/56 miles Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

4 more for me Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 9.1/35 miles Jenniecakes - 27.4/70 miles KentCat - 17/40 miles Liquoricet -6/35 miles Sunflower1981 - 17.5/56 miles Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm having a really blurgh day, I just want to crawl back into bed and read books. It's probably not been helped by the fact I had a stupidly early start (alarm went off at 4:45am!). Trying my best to be good, I have a salad with me and I'm purposefully not heading out at lunch so I can't be...

Welcome Kazzo, list updated for you below :) List as of 11th August. Please update this list. Autumn 500 - pledged 42lbs - lost 8.25lbs loulou83 - pledged 35lbs - lost 5lbs Joanne - pledged 70lbs - lost 21.8lbs littlemissnaughty - pledged 45lbs - lost 24lbs Upndown - pledged 40lbs - lost...

I must admit when I did the fasting last week I never felt hungry. Though do think I over did it at the weekend with sweet things and alcohol! When will we learn?! Only doing it every other week when my other half is working evenings so hoping I can keep it up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

10K run this morning and an afternoon of cleaning the house not sure which one made me sweat the most in this heat! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Have fun at the races today, we've got to allow ourselves a treat and some fun from time to time. I'm just back from a 10K run and have a day of chores ahead of me! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Early morning hill session hard work but feels great! Opal Lily - 15/60 miles Pippalata - 4.7/35 miles Jenniecakes - 17.4/70 miles KentCat - 13/40 miles Liquoricet -6/35 miles Sunflower1981 - 8.5/56 miles Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oh wow he is gorgeous! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done! That's absolutely fantastic, you should be incredibly proud of yourself Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Wednesday is my WI day and I lost 3lbs this week which is AMAMZING! I've been stuck putting on a pound losing a pound etc. for months now so this is a real boost just what I needed! Will definitely carry on doing fast days, my OH works shifts so I'm going to do fast days every other week which...

Good morning everyone, and it's a happy day for me 3lb lost! For the first time since May have moved to a lower weight. As well as not stressing so much and only doing WIs every two weeks I'm doing the 5:2 every other week. Hopefully this will work well for me and I can start shifting the...

Oh I'd love a dog to keep me company on my runs. If anyone is on twitter I've recently found @UKRunChat massive community of runners talking can also use the hash tag #ukrunchat Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi everyone Sorry for my absence again I think I forgot to say in trying not to obsess about weight loss I'm only doing WIs every two weeks. Got the first one tomorrow and feeling good about it, will post the results tomorrow. Hope everyone else is doing well Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well almost through the working day and so far so good. I meal planned to allow something to eat at breakfast lunch and dinner working on the small but regular idea. Fingers crossed I see a benefit on the scales. Do any of you exercise of fast days? Do you find it harder? Does it have a...

First August run 6.2 miles (10K). Also managed to get my OH out with me, he did 2K and then walked 3 before heading home but he's started and I'm so excited to help him get stronger and fitter till we're running together. Opal Lily - 60 miles Pippalata - 35 miles Jenniecakes - 70 miles...

Well my menus are all planned have worked it so that I do have something at breakfast lunch and dinner time as think I'll need the regular intervals. Doing it Monday will let you know how I get on Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi everyone, starting from next week I'm looking to start the 5:2 - I lost 19lbs when I first started exercising and eating healthily but have spent the last 4 months bobbing around the same mark. Hoping doing this will give me the boost I've been looking for. As you've been doing it for a...

Making the most of the light nights, usual 5K cycle home from the station and then a hilly 5K. Much slower than I go on flat but that's to be expected Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm hoping to get back on track and get mid-week and weekend runs in so going to aim high for me Opal Lily - 60 miles Pippalata - 35 miles Jenniecakes - 70 miles KentCat - 40 miles

I would highly recommend you go to a running shop and have a gait anyalysis done (most do them for free). They'll put a camera on your feet as you run and then will advise on what kind of support flexibility etc you need in your trainers. Considering your trainers will pretty much be your best...

Yeah I'm fine thanks, although my hands and knees look like they did when I was about 6, covered in scratches and all grazed. Did a 1K tonight just to ensure I kept loose and planning a 5K tomorrow. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Just had to cut my run short after tripping and going flying. I did am amazing commando roll into the bushes! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi everyone, before I say anything else I'd just like to thank each and everyone of you for your kind words and messages a couple of weeks ago when I decided I needed time away from here. Even though I knew a break was right for me it has been great knowing that there was such a supportive...

Yeah this kind of weather isn't great for outdoors training. I just try to get out early before the heat or late on. More rain just hitting us so might try and get out afterwards if it's cooler Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Wow despite all the storms it is still so hot and stuffy out there. I'm just back from a 5K and it was hard work! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm doing that race too! Are you from the area? I'm originally but now live in Kent. Heading back to run it for Wigan and Leigh Hospice as they looked after my mum. What time will you be aiming for? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Glad to hear it isn't something more serious or long lasting and well done on the runs. I did a 10K on Sunday, it was the first proper run in over two weeks, I was disappointed with the time but pleased to have done the distance. My OH kindly cycled alongside to keep me motivated. Sent from...

Well done! Isn't it an awesome feeling when you do get there? Such an achievement Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Is this a recent injury or something more long term? I've just done a killer spin class all this cardio and strengthening my legs has got to pay off in my running (she's hopes! :-) ) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I have stayed the same once again. If I was at target this would be fantastic. I'm going to take a break from here. You guys are really supportive but it's just not working for me at the moment and whilst I'm happy for all of you who are managing to lose it's starting to really upset me that...

I'm mixing things up and doing quite a bit of spinning this month so might give the target a miss. Will come back in August though. Good luck to everyone! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Another run last night but not quite enough, 6 miles short of target * Jenniecakes - 61.8/60 - completed * * Opal_lil - 26/45 - 19 to go * * KentCat - 26/32 - 6 to go * * Steph92 - 4/20 - completed * * bumblebee1990 21.5/20 - completed * * Liquoricet - 26/35 - 9 to go * * Clavicles - 61.7/80...

It has been incredibly frustrating and I've been tempted to just give up a number of times. But I have to keep reminding myself that I've come so far losing over a stone and improving my health and fitness along the way. Fingers crossed for a loss tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I've just been reading all your posts and I am so with you all on feeling frustrated with goals. I've now be around the 16st 3 mark for 10 weeks! I am doing lots of exercise and I have seen changes in my body shape and muscle tone but ultimately I still want and need to lose more weight. I...

That's great. Well done! I did a hill based 10K at the weekend, definitely my hardest run for quite a while and took longer than usual but I think worth it in the long run for my endurance training. Aiming for a 5K run home from the station tonight Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Another 6 for me - did a really hilly route so feeling it on my legs. The rain didn't help much either! * Jenniecakes - 61.8/60 - completed * * Opal_lil - 26/45 - 19 to go * * KentCat - 23.5/32 - 8.5to go * * Steph92 - 4/20 - completed * * bumblebee1990 21.5/20 - completed * * Liquoricet -...

Another STS for me ? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I do a lot of exercise and after an initial boost in weight lost I've found I've really slowed down. However recently more than one person has complemented me on my shape and toning. It will make a difference in the long run but I know exactly how disappointing it can be when you work so hard...

Hey welcome back! If you can get to 13 I'm sure you'll find it in you to do the rest come run day. It's amazing what the crowds and atmosphere can bring out of you. Hope all is well Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good run despite the heat * Jenniecakes - 61.8/60 - completed * * Opal_lil - 26/45 - 19 to go * * KentCat - 17.5/32 - 14.5 to go * * Steph92 - 4/20 - 16 to go * * bumblebee1990 18/20 -2 to go * * Liquoricet - 18.5/35 - 16.5 to go * * Clavicles - 58.6/80 - 21.4 to go* Sent from my iPhone...

Welcome to the group! Don't worry about times, we all have our personal goals but this group is just about supporting each other, I've not done a proper run in over a week due to work and weekends away. Aiming for 7K tonight but we'll just have to wait and see. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

It's the 7th September. I'm really looking forward to doing a run in my home town, although not lived there for over 14 years! Apparently it's a fast course too so should help with my aim to do sub 60 minutes Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm doing the Wigan 10K in September if you fancy that one too? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

After a disappointing week last week I gave myself the week off and enjoyed my visit home to see my dad and other family. I think a spin class night helped as I'm Pleased to say my WI today was STS. Although it won't be a full week I'm going to WI again on Friday and then change that to my WI...

Welcome back Autumn definitely a few of us struggling over the last couple of weeks. I'm off to my first ever spin class tonight, trying to mix up and vary my exercise regime hoping it kick starts good weight loss again. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm off tomorrow so hoping to get another long run in - think I'll aim for 10K Good luck with everyone heading out today Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks upndown and Sammyanth for your kind words. I pretty much ate my feelings yesterday but today is a new day and I'm going to keep going. I think you're right about possibly reviewing the food I am eating and seeing if there are things I can do to mix it up and hopefully give my body a...

I am absolutely gutted as I've gained a 1lb. I know that isn't necessarily a huge amount but I really didn't see it coming. Despite wanting to eat lots yesterday I didn't I stayed on plan. I lost my first stone in about 3 months and 3 months later I haven't even reached half a stone. After...

It's amazing how my body knows it is WI day tomorrow, knows how much I want a 1lb loss and knows exactly how to sabotage itself. I am sooooooooooo hungry today! I haven't changed anything from a normal day an yet the hunger is there. So far I've had a banana I wouldn't normally but having to...

I think to begin with it helped a lot and I lost a stone in about 3 months. After that I've really struggled and 3 months later I'm just approaching 21lbs lost. What I have seen through running is a change in my body shape. My legs are so much more toned and I've lost inches. I'm hoping as I...

Woohoo! Well done you. Such a fantastic feeling when you finish. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done Sammyanth! That's a fantastic loss. I've got WI tomorrow and really want at least 1lb that will put me on a stone since the start of the year and one and a half lost since I started dieting. Fingers crossed x Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

6K done this morning. Really pleased as I kept going even though the rain was coming down. The route also had a couple of hills which should be good for overall training. Going to head out on the bike tomorrow to change things up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Another 4 miles done this morning in the rain. * Jenniecakes - 23.6/60 - 36.4 to go * * Opal_lil - 14.5/45 - 30.5 to go * * KentCat - 11/32 - 21 to go * * Steph92 - 4/20 - 16 to go * * bumblebee1990 4/20 - 16 to go * * Liquoricet - 6.75/35 - 28.25 to go * *Clavicles - 19/80 - 61 to go* Sent...

I cycle to the station at my home end which mixes up the cardio I'm doing. I really need to so some core strength stuff but find Pilates and yoga so boring. I really notice it if I don't take my rest days Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well each night I run to the station from my office, it's only 1K but I run it as fast as I possibly can. I am absolutely out of breath when I get there, more so than when running longer distances but have seen an improvement in my breathing as a direct result. I also try at least once a week...

List as of June 4th please update your loss and change the date if relevant :) Autumn 500 - pledged 42lbs - lost 17lbs Rosielea - pledged 21lbs - lost 1lbs chezz - pledged 70lbs - lost 9lbs loulou83 - pledged 35lbs - lost 5lbs Joanne - pledged 70lbs - lost 14.2lbs Ellaye - pledged 125lbs...

Absolutely made up with a 3lb loss this week. Like many of you I've really struggled over the last month or two but now really feel like my head is back in the game. I used coming back from my long weekend away as a new start. Will update list when on computer Good luck everyone Sent from...

Did a 10K run tonight, hoping it helps with the WI tomorrow after a couple of weeks with gains and staying the same I really need a loss. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Absolutely fantastic run tonight. I beat my best 10K time by over 8 minutes doing it in 60mins 40 secs. I've been trying to do a bit of interval training to work on my speed and I think it must be paying off. Kami2112 - regarding the numbness it isn't something I've experienced or heard about...

Bit of a slow start on my part but getting some miles on the board now * Jenniecakes - 9.1/60 - 50.9 to go * * Opal_lil - 9.5/45 - 35.5 to go * * KentCat - 7/32 - 25 to go * * Steph92 - 0/20 - 20 to go * * bumblebee1990 2/20 - 18 to go *

I was doing so well last week and then we had friends come and stay with us for the weekend and all that good work went out the window! Hoping a good Monday and Tuesday can help with the Wednesday WI. Hope everyone else is doing on Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well I've made it past lunch and stuck to my guns and just had what was on plan. Not sure what's been happening with the list but the one above isn't up to date for me. Before I repost it is it wrong for anyone else? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm in. With a goal to run 32 miles Challenge Started 27/05/2014 * Jenniecakes - 4.3/60 - 55.7 to go * * Opal_lil - 2.5/45 - 42.5 to go * * KentCat -0/32 - 32 to go *

It's a STS for me this week which after the last couple of weeks of gains I'm happy to take. I do now need to get my head back in the game. No treats no it'll do no harm packets of crisps etc. fingers crossed for next week Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I use the app on my iPhone - how do I find that? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I was on the coast in Aberdeen. Amazing running along the sea front Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I managed to get 5.3K done at the weekend despite being up in Scotland visiting a friend. Hoping to get a couple of K in tonight weather permitting. I'd be up for a June challenge Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Action plan for the coming week I'm drawing a line under the last two and not giving in. Chocolate is officially banned (again) if I can't eat it sensibly and in moderation then I'm best without it. I'm off to Aberdeen tomorrow for a long weekend with my best pal. I had wanted to be in the 15s...

Another bad week for me with a 2lb gain. Despite doing the race for life I've been quite hormonal and know I've eaten way too much chocolate but still I feel like I'm going backwards at a very high pace. Updated list as of 21/05/2014 - please update the list with your progress & change date if...

Race for life done today. Feeling really proud of myself and positive about body. I ran faster than people thinner and younger than me! Another non scales victory for me ? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Race for life 5K done. 34:04. I would have liked under 31mins but with the heat, hills and a slight injury I am more than happy with that time. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good luck with the Manchester 10K ladies. I'm off to do my 5K but still carrying a bit of an injury so going forfeit trying to do a fast time and concentrate on just completing. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

3 days till race for life and an old injury starts playing up! OH is kindly driving me around, normally cycle everywhere, to let me rest it before Sunday but feeling really pissed off and downhearted about it. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Definitely break them in before hand. I bought some new running stuff on Monday, on Tuesday my OH asked when I wasn't wearing them and I said "I'm saving them for best" - I'm not sure what best is when it comes to running! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Despite eating and drinking all the wrong stuff at the weekend my gain wasn't as bad as I had feared at just 1lb - I think maybe the fact that I cycle 10K a day helped work some of it off! Put's me back at the dreaded 16st 3lb mark - I am however running my race for life this weekend so it...

Having finally got below 16st 3lbs last week I have been completely off plan. I had a very boozy weekend with accompanying late night eating and hangover eating and feel very hormonal causing me to want to eat lots! As such whilst not taking a "sod it" approach to things I am going to take...

Thanks for the support ladies it felt great yesterday but feeling it in my legs today! I've a spin class tomorrow and my usual cycling to and from the station but going to go easy on the running so I've fresh legs for Sunday's race for life Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Had an absolutely fantastic run this morning decided to really push myself and took over 3 minutes off my 5K time beating my personal best from 3 years ago by about 5 seconds! Nearly dropped dead at the end but amazing feeling. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oh really sorry to hear that. Have you heard anything from the other? Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Definitely worth doing. Once you start running regularly and over distance you need to ensure your feet and ankles are properly supported. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I did it! 1lb loss! It seems silly to celebrate losing just 1lb but if this means I've broken the curse of 16st 3lbs then I am incredibly happy. My other half is working evenings all this week so that means I can be ultra strict with myself and hopefully have another loss next week. Below...

In the build up to my 5K race for life I want to pick up speed, I run 1K to the station each night and I've decided rather than gently jogging, which is what I've done to date, I'm going to go all out and try and run it as fast as possible. I'm hoping that doing that each day will help my cardio...

I think motivation is slowly becoming an issue for me. The longer I stay at this weight the more I'm tempted to stray. I want to keep losing but having come to a complete standstill it's just so frustrating. I go to visit my best friend in Aberdeen in 2.5 weeks and I always said I wanted to be...

Well done KMD! I've been stuck between the same two points for weeks now, either STS or putting on a 1lb to lose it the next week and then STS again. Fingers crossed I can break the cycle and lose this week saying goodbye to 16st 3lbs. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Don't bear yourself up too much Clareel I think we all have runs like this. I ran 10K a week or so ago and the my next run I couldn't get past 3K. I think sometimes other stuff going on in our lives really interferes with running. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks Bubble77 - luckily we don't have any bad food in the house. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Other half is working today so I've been out on a 20K bike ride. Hoping it will counteract the food and wine I've consumed this weekend come WI on Wednesday Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

And the May running starts with a 5K. Two weeks till my race for life and doing it in 35mins. Really hoping I can shave a couple of minutes off on the day Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Currently on a train home from London after heading out post work. A while ago I would have totally bought a load of junk food at the station instead I planned ate well during the day and now I'm sat here disgusted by the smell of plastic Burger King. How the times have changed?! Sent from my...

I agree with Clareel, it had been over a week for me too when I went last night and whilst is wasn't my furthest or fastest it was a run and it's got me into the swing of things again. Where are you doing the race for life? I'm doing the Rochester one in a couple of weeks Sent from my iPhone...

Good luck x Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

It was something some of us did last month, I found it really helped keep me motivated and kept me heading out. For example I really didn't want to run last night but needed to head out to reach my goal of 50K in a month. I don't intend on upping the goal for the moment although have a 10K in...

I braved the WI and by some miracle of the diet gods I've stayed the same. I'm glad I did it because I'm now motivated to move the hell away from this mark and also I can't write the whole week off and go into self destruct mode as it hasn't been as bad as I was expecting. Sent from my iPhone...

With a 4K run this evening that's 53.2K in the month of April Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins