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    June - New starters!

    I am the same. Used this forum before and found it kept me really motivated!
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    June - New starters!

    My July challenge is to stick 100% to the plan and lose 1 stone and walk home from work at least twice per week.
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    June - New starters!

    Sooooo, I go to my first class tomorrow night and will start proper on Thursday. How should I prepare? Clean, healthy meals or have a complete binge??
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    Word Association Thread

    Prison
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    June - New starters!

    Hi everyone, I have just read through this thread, seems like lots of nice people and I LOVE the idea of a July challenge. I have a lot of weight to lose and need all the motivation I can get. Please can I join in? Starting SW on Wednesday!! x
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Dont feel bad bout it, just get over it and move on lovely. We all have slip ups. Could have been worse!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Well I am now on day 15! Seems like its been ALOT longer than 15 days! ha ha! I feel like I am in the swing of it, and find being at work much much easier than being at home. There are some mini rolls in the kitchen calling my name! Weekend was good, started on the bars and think that helped...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Wow, that is very physical work, think you will definitely need something a little more substantial, bet you see excellent weight loss that week! I feel totally the same about coking for people, its almost like I can enjoy it through them enjoying it. weird I know. Good luck for your exams...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    How much did you lose in 2007 Bettie? By the way, you have changed your avatar? You are so so pretty!
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    And that is with waffles and nuggets!! ha ha!!
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Wow Chrissy! Well done lady!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I can see collarbone!!!!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    So, Sunday morning! Torturing myself today, about to meet my Dad for breakfast (where I will be sipping on a green tea instead of chomping on eggs Benedict) then cooking a roast for the rest of my family this afternoon!! Doing beef, this is like the ULTIMATE test! I. Love. Beef! It's so weird...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I know it's quite a lot to ask before May, but I have done 13lbs already, and it's mid May, so that is a few more weeks! We'll see! Fingers crossed!!
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I totally know what you mean about the bloating, I feel fatter at times, and it can be really painful! I'm not sure how to prevent it. So hard to have a shake and then gallons of water and then another shake etc, it's so much liquid. The bars are nice but having one means having to drink even...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    You don't need before and after pictures of anyone else, you can just look at your own! So you haven't always been a big girl? It is funny to think what I am going to look like when I am slimmer, I have always been big so I have no idea! I've had people telling me I'll 'change' in terms of my...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    No way am I buying nymore workout DVDs, my most recent disaster was the Josie one (from big brother) I did it one night and gave myself shin splints! VERY painful! Yeah, only about 20 minutes away from Newcastle. That is my goal, a holiday, my first goal is my birthday in May, want to lose 4...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I am from the North East, Durham area. Its beautiful aswell but you don't see it as much when you live somewhere do you? I used to LOVE the original Davina dvd, I did it so mcuch I could do it without watching the video! I should dig it out and do it a few times a week! I love vintage too...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    YES! OMG so much! My poor OH must feel like I have had PMS for 3 weeks! He keeps saying I am being fine and he understands but I feel so so bad about how awful I am being to him!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ironing!!! I find its a great distraction and also I do a few squats between items! ha ha! Its a rockin' saturday night for me!! Did you by anything nice for yourself today? I see you live in Norwich, somewhere I have always wanted to go, is it as lovely a place as it looks? Going to a...
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    6.5 stone down... AND MAINTAINED for 6 months!

    You are stunning!! Well done and congratulations! Erm also.......crisps?? You have GOT to tell me how!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Fabulous! Well done! Seems so weird when you say day 70. I am only on day 13. do you feel it has gone fast?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Thank you!! I have alot to lose though so can't get too excited! I am over the moon to have the bars. I have got one of every flavour bar, deffo going to try them all so I know which ones I like. so far I have had the peanut and the toffee. Both nice initially, but towards the end of chewing...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Hey Stacey!!! How you getting on lovely? Fantastic news from your third WI, hope you are pleased with yourself! Knew you would get that stone! How are you coping with Saturday night?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Hey Kat, looking at your stats, looks like you are a big girl like me. How are you feeling after your first week? Are you taking your weight loss in small steps? Wgat is your ultimate goal? This site is so so good for motivation, have you looked at some of the before and after pictures?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Hey Ellie, crazy that you arent having a WI for 4 weeks, do you think you will be able to keep on track? How have you been getting on? I had a bit of a wobble mid week, didnt cheat, but really questioned what I was doing! I should have popped on here for support, only been logged on for about...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Jemma, I lost 8lbs my first week and 5lb my second week, I know how you feel about wanting to lose more. I feel the same, but really think about it, what other diet can you think of where you can lose almost a stone in two weeks! We should give ourselves a pat on the back! Well done us!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Hey!! I was typing exactly when you sent this! Great minds! Hows it going?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ok, so I havent been around much this week, I have been completely stressed at work and really stuggling with whether this diet is right for me, I fell into the obsessive compulsive weigher and didnt lose a single 0.1 lbs between Sunday and Thursday, however, weigh day, which is today, I have...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hey Ciara First WI, 8lbs, the weighed myself the following day and had lost another 3! Struggled at the weekend but was so so good, then tonight I have slipped up. A diet coke and half a ham salad sandwich!! Grrrrr, annoyed at myself. Not sure about ketosis. Not sure what it's like when you...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I'm not sure if I feel out of ketosis? I'm not sure what it feels like to be in it! I'm feeling good about tomorrow. Was going to try and justify my cheat, but the truth is I was weak. I'm not seeing my cdc for an official WI this week either, are you going to weigh yourself or just wait?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Do you know what the difference is between them Kiwi?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Thanks Ellie! I will remember that. I totally didnt twig that all diet coke had in it was sweetners and so do the shakes, god knows how I think those shakes are so sweet!! I have no idea what is in them, I'm just drinking them and hoping they make me skinny!!! How are you getting on?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Aww, thats lovely of you Mam! Torture to watch people dig into your favourite dinners though!
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I was feeling really pleased with myself, but I have had a cheat today. A diet coke and half a ham salad sandwich! I am a terrible person!!! How are you doing? Did you manage to resist the chinese?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I do like the idea of switching it up between SS and SS+. Going to try again for the SS and see how it goes before I change to SS+ My ham sandwich was meh, but my diet coke was soooooooo good. Motivated for tomorrow. Like you say, we are in it for the long haul!! You never know about your WI...
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    My final attempt...

    Ah Sophie, I was going to ask if anyone had tried that soup. I have only had the spicy tomato and its not very good, but i really feel I need savoury, the shakes are so sweet. Is that the only one you have tried?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Aww Stacey! You havent let anyone down, like we have said, this diet is so hard! As long as you feel strong and commited to the plan again, that is all that matters!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    OMG Stacey, it is soooooooo hard!! were you very naughty or just a bit naughty? I was so so good all weekend, and now, randomly on a Monday night, I have eaten half a sandwich. Im not even keen on ham!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I know, I just feel rubbish. I really want to do well, but this is so so hard. I'm not even hungry, I just wanted real food! grrrrrrr! Thank you though, back on plan as of tomorrow, and I must not use that as an excuse to eat more food tonight!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    I am here for a formal confession, I have just fallen off the wagon! I have had a diet coke and half a ham salad sandwich. I feel disappointed in myself and my tummy hurts!! Hope everyone is doing better than me today!
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    My final attempt...

    I have just got back from a walk, so lovely to be out in the sunshine, struggling a bit at my Mam's now (lamb dinner smells wafting all over) but I am STRONG!! How was your WI?
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Well done Chrissy. Good for you!! x
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I am in the same boat. At my Mam's now, roast lamb with all the trimmings is getting right into my nostrils! This is torture!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Soooooo, got on my scales this morning (yes, I am pretty much going to start a daily WI) and I am 3lbs lighter than yesterday. 3 whole lbs!! Why couldnt my CDC have been coming today to weigh and measure me?? Oh well, at least it has motivated me not to have my Mums legendary roast lamb dinner...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    But if you go to bed soon, it will be tomorrow sooner!! And then the torture starts all over again! Never thought I would say this, but role on Monday!! Back to work and back to my routine and being so busy that I don't think about food!
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Do you find that people treat you differently to how they did when you were bigger?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I am really trying to keep a track on my water intake cos I do think that is the key. I have got myself some sports cap litre bottles of evian stocked up in the fridge so i know exactly how much water I am actually getting through. What are the best bars? My CDC is bringing one of each so I can...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Well done you, I am just about to have my last shake now and then a peppermint tea, i cannot even tell you how much i want jam and crumpets in my mouth right now, but i want my ass to be smaller more! Early night I think. Saturday nights are hard man!
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    My final attempt...

    Its definitely worth it! WI was pretty good. 8lbs off and good motivation for next week! Struggling a bit tonight, not cos I am hungry, just cos its saturday!
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Thanks Ellie, I am really pleased. I did talk to her yeah, she just said up my water (even though I am drinking a ton of it) and hopefully it will get better. She also said after next week I can start on the bars and this might help because I wont have a ton of liquid sloshing about in my tummy...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I dont blame you not wanting pictures of you floating round the world wide web, I am a Social Worker and I will be doing the same if I ever dare put pictures on of me, you are very very brave!!! What kind of comments have you had from people in your real life? I do feel pleased with myself...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Hey everyone, had my first Wi today. *lbs off, feel like its a good start, I just wish I was about 5 months down the line! ha ha! Welcome to the group Dawn. Wow, you lost 12lb in your first week, amazing. Hope you have nice night, hope you aren't tempted to too many drinks and chips on the...
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    -8lbs! So so chuffed! Can't wait until next week for my next Wi!!
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    8 weeks in, 2 stone down **(UNDERWEAR ALERT)**

    Your boobs are bloody marvellous! HUGE congratulations to you, if you arent feeling amazing, you should be! x
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    -8lbs!!!! Whooooooo, am so chuffed! Erm, also, you look flippin' fantastic in those updated photos young lady! Good for you! x
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ok people, I am here, first WI done and I am chuffed to announce I have lost 8lbs!! I am really pleased, but kind of sad that my CDC wont weigh me naked!! ha ha! Feeling on top of the world, so happy that I have managed to stick to it and get through the tricky first week and determined for...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Hi Princess Fiona (love the name btw) welcome to the group! How are you getting on so far? I am now on day 7 so not too much far ahead of you. This site is great, only been on it about a week and already finding it invaluable, people are so nice and it really does keep you motivated to stick to...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Will do, its due any minute now. aaarghhhhhhh!! Trying to get a big wee out before she arrives!! ha ha! Good luck sticking to it, have a great day studying. I have some work to do this weekend to try and keep me focused!
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Thanks Jen! Due my first Wi any minute. I really dont feel i have lost weight but trying to stay positive. Hope you have a better day today! Have you got any incentives to keep you going?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Excited and nervous! Not been on my own scales but feel fatter! I know that can't be possible (can it??) but come 11am tomorrow, we will know! So glad your parents noticed and you have had a chat with them. Will you be staying on plan whilst you are there? How do you think you will cope not...
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    Word Association Thread

    Flu
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    Step2 810kcal Does everone get cravings or just me?

    I am not hungry in the slightest, in fact I feel rather full but OMG I could literally eat the biggest pizza ever right now!! It just goes to show, prior to me starting this diet, I would have gone ahead and done that just cos I was craving it and not because of hunger. This is really making...
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    7 stone. 10 months. Can it be done?

    Hi everyone, found this thread and thought I would join in as we all seem to have started at round about the same time. I am on day 6, first WI tomorrow. Very nervous! In the short time I have been on this site, I have found it so useful, I am a big girl but like to think in my head that I am...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    How are you getting on? You been doing anything to entertain you so you don't think about food???!!
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    92lb/6st 8lb down pic update

    Bloody hell, this is great!
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    That damn life stuff always gets in the way!! Hope you are ok. Will do an update as soon as I can, unless I haven't lost anything, then I am going to run away and hide!
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    My final attempt...

    Soph, have you been to Jakes steak House in the Bronx?? A.May.Zing. What I would do for one right now. One my 6th day of SS. WI tomorrow morning at 11am!!
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    How you doing love? First WI tomorrow! You had a good week?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ha ha! It really is! Catch up tomorrow pet, first WI at 11am!! Yikes!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Yeah, I do remember that you were feeling crappy just before your first WI. Mine is at 11 tomorrow, I am excited but I dont know if its going to be good news or not. I am so hoping for a decent loss, I am hoping 7lbs, but even then I might be disappointed, I know that is terrible, but I wanted...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    How you doing Ellie? Friday night! How you keeping yourself busy? How has this week been for you?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Wow, so Friday night is here and I think this might be my toughest test yet. Usually a yummy tea and a fruit cider await me on a Friday Eve! And maybe a cake or a bag of minstrels. Instead, I have just had a banana shake. I feel a bit rubbish today, i have a headache (which could be something...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Thanks Stacey! I am just so determined to not be a fatty anymore!! I found it quite easy actually, I just feel like i am not paying this amount of money and putting myself through this day to day to give it all up for a slice of pizza! You will do fine when it comes to it I'm sure.
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Girls......you are getting me excited for Cambridge bars!! What an exciting life I lead!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    I am definitely trying to concentrate on each day as it comes, if I thought too much about what is to come over the net few months, I would give up. I am also trying to plan things that I want to look good for so I have incentive to stick to it! I really like most of the shake flavours and think...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I am hearing so much goof stuff about these bars!! I cannot wait to try them! I am hoping I can go down to fortnightly after this weeks WI, my CDC comes to my house so its not too bad, but I just want to get on with it really. Yeah Ciara, my WI is Saturday, but i started on Sunday, so its only...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ok, end of day five. Supposed to have 4 packs a day, but only had three today, I am so so full, i really can't fit another shake in!! I have never drank so much water in my life, I hope this has a positive effect on my skin as well as my ass!! Had my first social event tonight with people who...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Fabulous Stacey! You will get that stone off on next weeks WI I'm sure! Well done you. Let me know what you think of the bars!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    This coming from the girl who a week ago was having 5 meals a day!!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Hi everyone. How are you all feeling today? I am on day 5, no serious side effects yet, still feel quite energetic and no headaches, but I am soooooo bloated!! Honestly, I can't even fit my shakes in with all this water sloshing around it my tummy! I am supposed to be having a PINT of skimmed...
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Bed is sometimes the best place to go when you are feeling a bit peckish! I find myself jumping out of bed on a morning for my shake, and that is not like me at all!! ha! I will search for that thread, there is another girl on here, she has lost 9 stone in 10 months and looks completely...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I HATE the soups and porridge, really loving the shakes though. I have been using water and crushed ice when I shake them up, makes them super cold and nice and thick. Tomorrow I am going to whizz up the vanilla shake with water and ice and add a spoon of coffee. Instant coffee frap! Yum...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Yeah, chicken is already appealing and I have only been on the plan 4 days!! ha ha! I am feeling ok to be honest, no side effects and haven't been actually tempted to cheat, i have felt hungry but I have managed to not grab a biscuit or slice of toast. However, realisation is sinking in fast...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Fantastic Ellie, well done you, not far from 2st! Apart from the bloating are you feeling ok? i am only on day 4 and dont really feel like I am having any issues so far, how many weeks in were you when you started to get your side effects?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Aww, dont feel down! You never know what can happen in a day or two, this is why I don't want to weigh myself, cos I think I would lose motivation if I didnt see the numbers dropping. Are you managing to drink enough water?
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Hey Everyone! So I am on day 4, been 100% so far, I have been so so hungry but not hungry enough to cheat. Realisation is sinking in that I wont have a treat waiting for me at the end of the week and I am in it for the long haul. Not really finding the water a problem and so far not experienced...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hey!! Been too busy with work and trying to concentrate on not eating to log in. I am on day 4 and am finding it (dare i say) quite easy!! I am allowed 4 packs a day and 1 pint of skimmed milk, so think this is why I am feeling full. Soooooo tempted to get on the scales! A stone is brilliant...
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    Word Association Thread

    curiosity
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    Step 1 Sole Source VDub goes from FAT to FIT!!

    Ok, here goes... ....not sure if anyone will read this but I am determined to lose my excess (and excessive) weight this time, after trying countless diets since the age of about 16, I feel that this could be the one for me. By starting this diary, not only will it be offering support to anyone...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Perfect place to vent I reckon, think I will be doing a bit of venting this week too! I will keep you updated. Gonna take some before pictures of my own in the morning, so I can go back and compare when I am feeling shitty! I think I might start my own diary too. Might be a good way to keep me...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Well done!! TOM is the worst isnt it? It is also mine and I am a bit annoyed that its also the time of my first WI, i tend to put on about 3-4lbs during this time! How do you feel when you go off plan? Do you enjoy it or do you feel guilty?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Just think Ellie, by the time your exams are over and the weather gets better, you are going to be looking so hot and feeling fabulous! You can do this. Dont sacrifice a skinny summer for a plate of chips! its not worth it. You have nearly done 1 month! I do feel nervous but i also feel really...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Everything I have read about this diet, people say its gets easier and easier the more you go along. Look how far you can get in such a short space of time, you only need look at before and afters on this site. Beleive in yourself and stick with it, try and take your mind off it, read a book...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I have decided to start tomorrow. I was out and about today, and for my first day i just kind of wanted to be in the house. I havent been naughty today though and have stayed off the carbs totally. Did think about having a blow out, but really dont want too! How are you getting on? Saturday...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Decided to start tomorrow. I want to wake up on the morning and get on with it for the whole day. I will be in work monday/tuesday, but have a fairley quiet week, so hopefully, will get on ok. Also because f my bmi, I have been put on 4 sachets and 1 pint of skimmed milk, so it might not be too...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Dukan was basically protein, protein and more protein, similar to the Cambridge as I think the idea is that you go into a form of ketosis and the body uses more energy etc to deal with protein. I was good, and while I was on it, I felt great, but came off it for a holiday and couldnt bring...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Thanks Stacey! I can't decide if I should officially start today or tomorrow. I want to start tomorrow cos my boyfriend wants to take me out for lunch and its so lovely and sunny, but I want to start today cos I dont want to feel like I am putting it off!
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    Word Association Thread

    Buckle
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    Step2 810kcal 9 stone off so far!!

    Gosh, 10 months isnt long at all is it, thats what I keep telling myself, I have so much weight to lose, but I know this isn't forever. Yeah, or course your loss is going to decrease as you get slimmer, you have far far less to lose but a loss is a loss! I am starting TODAY! I feel nervous...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Thank you!! I am so so nervous. I have been given 4 products per day. i went for a variety of shakes, soups, porridges and cartons. Some of the flavours seem weird to be so I have stuck with strawberry, banana and choc mint and orange. I thought I would try one each of the soups and porridges...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Waiting for the Cambridge lady to arrive with my first weeks stock and getting nervous about starting this journey!!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Nice one Stacey!! You must feel a bit chuffed with yourself!! :)
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    Step2 810kcal 9 stone off so far!!

    Do you still feel big or do you not like to see yourself small? We are never happy with ourselves are we? Alot of my friends are saying if I lose weight i wont be like me and I wont be as nice and friendly??! I think its cos fat people are stereotypically jolly etc. You sound like you were...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I start tomorrow, had a naughty tea before I start in the morning, but to be honest, I didnt enjoy it at all and just want to get going and start shedding these extra pounds! I always find weekends harder than weekdays with any diet I am doing. It all to do with the structure and routine of work...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Leggings and skater dresses are my everyday 'uniform' too. I do wear skinny jeans but always with my bum and belly covered! Will be AMAZING to be able to wear tops that don't have to cover things up! I also feel really motivated to do well. I am hoping by losing weight quickly, it will keep me...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Yeah, it is a little bit like the Atkins, but no fat is allowed. I felt amazing on it but just got so bored, i did it between March and October, went on holiday and then couldnt get back into it, I am glad I have only put a stone back on! Yeah, mortgage was an option for this year too, but me...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Well done Ellie, bet you are totally chuffed! Stick to it again and I bet you lose about the same, your parents are going to get a lovely surprise!
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    Step2 810kcal 9 stone off so far!!

    Incredible! I hope I can achieve the same. I am really envious, wish I had started sooner. I know its a strange question, but do you still feel like you? if you know what I mean? Did you tell people you were doing it? Did you get any negative reactions? What have you done in terms of...
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    Thanks Martha. I cant wait to share my journey with everyone! x
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    7 stone gone forever!

    Teebee, we have about the same amount of weight to lose. I am starting on Saturday. Its good that we are starting at about the same time and with the same amount of weight to lose, we should be a good encouragement for each other. How are you feeling? Have you taken any before pictures? What day...
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    7 stone gone forever!

    Hi Ruth, how was your weigh in today? i dont think you could get anything more motivating that being able to have IVF. I wish you all the best, you have come so far already, another 10.5lbs is so so achievable!
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    Step 1 Sole Source 2nd time returner - help!! ?

    Hi Pink! Well done. 5lbs is bloody brilliant and so much more than you would achieve on a 'normal' diet. Just think about the summer and feeling fabulous! I drink sooooo much water anyway so its not something I am worried about. Have you tried the flavourings?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    I think you will feel so much better after your first WI. It will be something to keep you focused and motivated. At the minute you just feel hungry, but when you have had that WI and been told how much weight you have lost, I think you will forget that you are hungry and just be more...
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    You will, you have done so well already and sometimes life takes over and yours sounds pretty hectic!! Ha ha!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Small goals is the way forward, otherwise I think you would get fed up and quit. I am already imagining my summer wardrobe! I just want to be in proportion too, if I could slim by bottom half down to match my top half, I think I would be happy with that! These before and after pictures are...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Fab!! You really can see!! Well done you! I am definitely taking pictures!! Very motivating!!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Yeah, I think it will be good to have someone starting at a similar time. Because I am so overweight I think I will be starting on 4 packs a day and I love porridge, so really hoping its decent. I think I will try the soups, I think I will feel weird if I dont use cutlery to eat my food, know...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Hi Slimster! Welcome! I have yet to start my diet (5 sleeps to go) and from reading these forums, am geared up for feeling rubbish, but I think a few days of feeling crappy is better than a lifetime of how I feel in my body now so hoping I am going to be able to stick to it. Good Luck to you...
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    Yeah, you are right. I am totally doing this for myself, but I cant say I'm not looking forward to people telling me I look slimmer. I dont think I would ever get sick of hearing it! Have you started doing any exercise?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    I am expecting the first week a bit difficult, but feel motivated! Is your WI a Thursday? Are you doing any sneaky weigh ins day to day? How are you using the products? Standard breakfast, lunch and dinner? Do you think it might be worth buying some ketostix? Maybe if you know you are in...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    Afternoon CDROME! Thanks for wishing me luck, feel like I am going to need it but really pleased I have received such a warm welcome. This will be my first time doing Cambridge. Are you doing it? How has it been for you so far? I have lost 4 stone in 2012 on Dukan, I have put 1 stone back on...
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    Great advice, thanks! Alot of people have been saying believe in the plan and drink the water. Water is key obviously! Everyone has been so friendly so far. I am really happy I have received a warm welcome. Have you found people to be supportive of you or have you come across any negativity...
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    No, I have never done it before, I have done Dukan and enjoyed it, lost 4 stone, but couldn't see the end of it, I have managed to keep 3 stone of it off but I couldn't face doing it again, too much meat!! So thought I would give this a go. My problem is that I need to restrict completely. If I...
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    7 stone gone forever!

    WOW! That is fabulous! I feel like I will NEVER be a 14-16! Do you feel amazing? Have you found you have any excess skin or do you tone/train aswell as doing cambridge? What day is your WI?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Good luck with your wi Ellie, I am literally on the edge of my seat wanting to know how much more you have lost. Do you have a little sneaky weigh yourself before you see your CDC? Ciara, I know I am definitely not going to get any chocolate shakes if they are making you gag! Thanks for the...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    What day is your WI girls? Mine will be a Saturday which I am pleased about. If there is anytime I will cheat, it will be a weekend! But I'm not going to cheat!!! I am really excited to get started, I just want to be 6 months in. I am sooooo impatient! What flavour shakes/soups would you reccomend?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    I can relate, I have always been a big girl, and have tried to lose weight so many times, feel so determined this time. Topshop is the WORST!! Only thing I can fit into in there are the shoes....the day I can go into Topshop and buy a pair of jeans will be one of the best days of my life!! No...
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    7 stone gone forever!

    Thanks for the advice. Fabulous to see you have lost over 5 and a half stone since August! Really motivates me to succeed. What has your weight loss done to your dress size if you dont mind me asking?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Ellie that is excellent! All in only two weeks. Isnt it so good when your clothes start to feel loose? I am not so bothered about weight, I just want to look nice in clothes and be able to shop on the high street and not in New Look Inspire or Evans. I have such a variety of clothes in my...
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    7 stone gone forever!

    Amazing!!! Well done! Any advice for a Cambridge newbie? Starting on SS on Saturday! 8-10 stone to shift!
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Thats fine, to be honest I am not a big drinker anyway so it doesn't really make that much difference to me, just means I might have a bottle of Corona with my dominos on friday! ha! Ellie, having lost a stone, have you seen any difference in your dress size?
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    the times they are a changin......

    Beverly, you have done so well. You have lost nearly 5 stone!! You go girl! I am wanting a slimmer summer and hoping I can lose 5 stone by August. Is it possible do you think?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Stacey's journey to 10st! Time to get healthy - Newbie here, all support appreciated!

    Hi all, I am starting SS on Saturday, this seems to be a great place to get support and motivation from, you are all doing so well becoming slimmer and healthier! Anyone got any advice for a nervous newbie?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Ciara STRIKES again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I am starting SS on Saturday Ciara. I have alot of weight to lose and hoping I can get some support and motivation from this site. How do you feel?
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    Step 1 Sole Source Cambridge Weight Plan- Weight Loss Diary 2014

    I am so inspired by these groups. I am starting SS on Saturday, I feel nervous and excited, hoping to get lots of support from this site. I have ALOT of weight to lose, thinking about starting my own diary and putting on some pictures to shame me into sticking with it!!! Must be lovely when...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Ha ha! Its obviously the thing to do! Dominos on Friday night it is!! Have you kept off the alcohol? Is that part of the diet? Ive not had a meeting yet with my CDC so not sure of all the rules!
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    From the 23 stones to the 16 stones :) 69lb to go

    You look absolutely incredible. Massive well done to you!! Any advice for a nervous newbie? Starting on Saturday. Have about 8-10 stone to lose, wanna be slimmer for summer and Christmas 2014!
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    Step2 810kcal 9 stone off so far!!

    WOW!!!! You look amazing, barely recognisable! Do you feel amazing? I have a similar amount of weight to lose, this is very inspirational! Do you have any advice for a nervous newbie? :)
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    8 weeks in, 2 stone down **(UNDERWEAR ALERT)**

    You look fab! What a difference. Starting next saturday. Hoping for similar results!
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    Step 1 Sole Source 2nd time returner - help!! ?

    Hi everyone, I am looking for support, starting sole source on Saturday. Nervous but really excited, trying to build up some courage to post some before photos! Been wanting to lose weight for years and cant seem to manage with conventional methods. eg, exercise and healthy eating. Want to see a...
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Thats my plan, but dominos might be calling me too, and maybe a bar of dairy milk!! How are you finding it so far Ellieblah? Are you happy with the progress you are making?
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    Ellie's Cambridge Weight Loss Diary - *7 Stone Pics!!*

    Hi All I am new here, thought I would join up to give me some motivation, its nice to see others in the same boat. Starting on the Sole Source next week, cutting down on carbs in preparation. Have alot of weight to lose, ideally 8-10 stone! Looking forward to seeing the weight come off!
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    Step 1 Sole Source Day one

    Hi All I am new here, thought I would join up to give me some motivation, its nice to see others in the same boat. Starting on the Sole Source next week, cutting down on carbs in preparation. Have alot of weight to lose, ideally 8-10 stone! Looking forward to seeing the weight come off!
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