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I was last in the 9's when I was about 16! Some people remember what they wore throughout the years .... I remember my weight. I remember it as I had joined my very first weight loss class and went from about 10.5st to 9 something. So, yeah, it was a while ago!

You're doing amazingly well. Such fast and huge losses. Congratulations. Keep going. It's so worth it.

I'm doing great thanks. Just had a spa weekend away with the girls and it was massive fun. Had afternoon tea and then dinner last night with wine and all sorts. It was good and I enjoyed it but, to be honest, I'm ready to get back to the shakes. I feel so much leaner and well eating on...

Good!!! Hopefully that will have you powering through now and knowing it's all worth it!

Amazing. Well done!! I'm hoping to shift my last 11 lbs in the next month.

I agree. Now I am not bothered if this takes a while. I thought I would be done by May but I am now looking at July probably because if the things I have planned. I think it's also more sustainable when you have breaks along the way and then get back into it. Otherwise I think I would have...

It's 22nd June and I'm off to London to celebrate that weekend! Can't wait!

It's not just you. I get the same. I think "Is that what I've starved myself all week for?". But you're right. No matter how little, it is a step in the right direction. I try to tell myself that even staying the same is an investment in next week. As you know, it all catches up and...

Brilliant!! You're on a roll now. X

i know exactly what you mean. I get a surprise every time i look in the mirror. I have to keep looking just to check my body hasn't popped back out by 5 st when I wasn't looking!

Aw thanks scooter chick!! I feel amazing. Honestly, the difference is unreal. I never imagined I could do this. I started at size 20 and I'm now a size 12. In trousers, I still need to get the odd 14 if they're a slim cut, which is why I want to go just a little bit further to get my hips...

Thanks Obs! I thought I would be happy at 11.5st. Over the years that's the weight I had constantly wished I was. Curvy but healthy. However when I got there I did not feel ready to stop. I know in not far away now though. I think 10 st will be my number! X

You're loss is so amazing. Well done. How do you feel now 6 st lighter?

Hi Obs, I am planning to go back to SS after my weekend away this weekend. I am hoping that I can do another 10lbs by my birthday in June before my next weekend away. After that I will do another week of SS to recover from my birthday weekend. So hoping to be at goal by end of June then...

Good to see your head's in the game Obs. I actually think you might be ok getting into ketosis this time around because you have been careful about carbs. the diet generally is hard, so that will be the same I'm sure. But as you say, there are upsides .... no cooking, no planning, in control...

The 10's - It's Official!! Official weight in today and 3.75lbs off. Officially in the 10's. (It's only official once I get the result on my consultant's scales!) Happy with that after staying the same last week. So, just updated my stats .... only 5.5 lbs to my target of 10 st 7 lbs and of...

Oh wow!!! That's phenomenal. So pleased for you. You deserve it with the work you've put it.

thats what I got. Loads of flavours too. Yum!

So, I've made it through my two social occasions this week relatively unscathed. Wednesday I changed dinner plans to just coffee and last night I had just protein and no drinks. Very proud of myself for driving on a night out when everyone else was getting stuck into prosecco, wine and...

11 weeks 100% takes astounding strength. In my first 11 weeks I had 2 weeks off for Christmas and about 3 nights out at other times. You're doing so well .... And so close to 3 stone! Excellent. You must be starting to feel amazing. How many sizes have you dropped so far? Cant wait to...

Hey, well done! You must be starting to feel a difference now. PS I've developed your jelly habit! I read about it on your diary and thought, that could really help me when I'm struggling. Have had 3 this week! It's a godsend .... 10 calls and 1.8g carbs ... It's basically fruit flavoured...

You watch that too! I'm obsessed with weight loss shows ... Fat the fight of my life, Obese: a year to save my life, My 600lb life .... I have them all on sky + series linked and now spend all of my time watching those shows instead of eating! But Jessie is my favourite. He gets into...

Yay! I can feel your determination! You know you can do this and you know you are going to feel amazing when it's done. I was going to say 'good luck' but luck has nothing to do with it! You've already done half the job, you're doing it, so you don't need luck. Let's just keep doing it!!

Obs! You're here! I have been wondering how you are and was just thinking of you this morning before I logged in here. I'm so glad you're doing well and congratulations on the new job. It can be a lot to deal with settling in to a new role - I've been there. And ...... You've maintained...

Aw thanks berry. Good to know you're reading. How are you getting on?

Dulcolax you will find in chemists and the supermarket. Slimatee you can buy online, Holland and Barrett I ordered it from. x

.... Oh and good luck with your weigh in!!

I recommend slimatee or dulcolax!!

thanks Lily. Firstly it's good to know someone is out there and listening. �� You make a lot of sense in everything you've said. The journey you describe with the creeping weight and mind games is what I think I'm scared of I think. on a previous occasion, I lost c. 3 stone (just on my...

I think I'm talking to myself on this diary but never mind. Anyway, the 10's are STILL not here! Why is it when you're near to getting that new number something gets in the way and makes you wait what seems like an eternity! My period is now due - although no major symptoms yet .... so not...

oh yum! Must seek those out. My my period is due any day and I am craving like mad. Have resorted to Harley's jelly ... Fat free, 10 calls and with only 1.8g carb. Naughty I know, but whatever gets you through the day! I could probably resist if I tried even a little bit but hey it was...

11 st on the nose this morning on my own scales. I am within reach of 10 something in the next few days!! Excited. It's making me feel really motivated and I am sticking with this until I get right down to a healthy bmi! Bring it on!

No loss at weigh in today ..... Well 0.25lb! To be honest that's what I expected given I had a weekend off plan and then another meal (protein only) mid-week for a friends birthday. So on to a fresh week and a fresh bash at getting to 10 something. I'm determined to do it this week, even...

I have a polar flow. Like a fitbit. I wear that so I can see my level if activity to make sure it is not too low. I sit at a desk all day too. It just reminds me to get up and move around often.

You are not being moany at all!! I personally think the more active I am the less I lose. However when I do nothing I also lose less. Happy medium is good. Who knows why! Makes no sense but that's what I find.

Hey, is it just strength training, no cardio? I ask because a vlcd doesn't give you enough cals to do cardio. I do know that muscle weighs more than fat. So if you are building muscle it might have a small impact on your loss. However the inch loss should be better as you are more toned...

I am feeling great thanks. So much better. Fighting to get to the 10's now but have loads of social events getting in the way! I'm not gonna moan though. I feel so much better going out now than I used to and that's what it's all about. So it may take me a bit longer to lose the last bit...

Excellent! Feeling motivated for week 3 now?

hey, well done! Big shift in one week! Being 100% has been worth it.

Well, I had a weekend off plan, as planned! Honestly .... I can't wait to get back into ketosis. We went out on Saturday afternoon, started with some cocktails and then for Thai food. I had breakfast with a little carbs as I knew I needed something in my tummy before drinking. Clearly it...

I think I pay £2 per product but bars and tetras are £2.20. Each week I am usually about £45.

I agree with that. I found it difficult to lose weight when in a very stressful job. No matter what I did, it would not shift. I think it's the higher levels of cortisol (is that right?) released into the body. So it is hormonal to a certain degree. there's that, and the need to make...

Yeah my CDC does half and quarter lbs. I'm happy with that. Every little helps!

I started in Nov 14 but had 2 weeks off for xmas. So 5 and a half months. I've had the odd day or weekend off at times as well. Although I'm in a hurry to get to the end of this, I also didn't want to put life on hold completely.

Your positive vibes worked KRM!! 3.5 off today and a total of 5st!! Didn't expect to get there this week ... so a very nice surprise!! :)

3.5lbs off today taking the grand total to 5 st!!!! :) I am delighted!! Now I have a weekend off plan! Bad timing, I know, but it's well overdue! Aiming for 10 st 13 lbs in the next 2 weeks. It's been a looooong time since I saw 10 anything! Have a great weekend everyone!

Hi there, I'd suggest as much water as you can manage. Or have a cup if tea. If that doesn't work, have a bite of protein. That's what is do.

Good luck for weigh in tomorrow Lily! Fingers crossed for you. x

AmaD, 7 stone! That is very impressive. I am in awe!! For end of May I would like to be 10.13. I have a lot planned so a loss of 6lbs in the next 4 weeks would be amazing. x

Hey glad you are doing well? What's your new job? I am intrigued (and nosey!) You know, your attitude is so positive that I am positive you will make the best of the work opportunity you have. I am sure something good will come of it if you want it to. Still 100% - your commitment and...

yeah would love to see your pics. They make it more real don't they? my days been fine. Daytime is easy as I am so busy I don't have to time to think about it. I have a hot shake in my travel mug in the car on the way to work, which I love. Usually a hot chocolate mint shake. Then in the...

That's a huge loss! Amazing. Well done.

Excellent result! Well done.

Go honey-j! You can so do it!

Spot on!

Thanks Lily! at over 16st I was a size 20. I'm now a 14, occasionally a 12, but should be firmly a 12 in the next week or so I think. Size 14 has really passed me by. I've bought some things but have tried to only get what I need to be reasonably smart for work. I normally buy clothes...

hey, I am doing good thanks. Yeah I've been here since forever (nov 14 to be exact with time off for good behaviour at Xmas)! I have lost 4st 11lbs as of today with just less than a stone to go till my next target. I've got a lot planned over the next few months so who knows when I'll get...

You must be close to ketosis now Lily?

yeah! 7lbs! :) Fingers crossed for your weigh in

Great news Abbie! Sausage gate didn't affect your loss then! Roll on week 2!! x

3.5lbs off at weigh in tonight. Little bit lower than I would like after 2 weeks but it was at night and I am normally weighed first thing in the morning. So I probably have 1-2 lbs of water onboard today. It will all balance out in time I'm sure. Next weigh in is Saturday morning, only 4...

Yeah true. Just today I've talked about firming my bum, my empty breast and constipation!

Hi Jack, once you do lose a bit of weight your confidence will soar and you will feel better about yourself. That rubs off on how others perceive you. Girls can sense confidence! So do it for that reason, not for this one girl. You've done it before and you can do it again .... Go for it!

I have a few moisturisers. I like the palmers one, especially improves the appearance of my thighs and bum. I have tried the palmers breast firming lotion but I think mine are beyond help now!! They're literally empty!! TMI?

Don't worry mixed chick. We've all done it at one time or another. It's done and you can move on now. The thing is you now know you didn't feel better after a binge. So what's the point in doing it again? It doesn't help. So lesson learned ... You're back on track now.

Lilly I know the constipation problem well. You may have heard if them but just in case .... There's a natural tea bag you can buy called Slimatee. It's in holland and barrat, eBay, etc. it looks to be natural ingredients. You have one cup at night and all is good in the morning. You...

I totally get what you mean about SS. In some ways it's really simple and easy and you don't need to think about it. Socialising is hard though. Great that you're seeing someone who is focused on fitness and health. That should help. Yeah I'm doing good. I've not had a weigh in with...

Great news Abbie! The early weeks are THE best!!

Hey it was a sausage, not the end of the world! The good thing is that it shouldn't have knocked you out of ketosis. Worst it can do is affect your loss today. So it's not too bad. Sometimes you need to have a thing like this to learn that you feel bad when you eat something you don't really...

Hi amaD, your back! Great that you've stopped your recent pattern now and are getting back on track. I think it's easy to bury your head in the sand and just start to enjoy life after a big loss. I have done that previously .... The good thing for me was that the confidence stayed even...

What? 11lbs?? That's amazing. Well done. Just goes to show that being 100% always pays off, even if it takes a week or two. I know what you mean you don't know where it's coming off ... I find the weight comes off first then it takes a week for your body to catch up. Sure you'll see a...

Thanks Lily! I'll check in at your diary every few days to see how you're doing. Great to have some company on this hard journey!

Another option us to try SS+ so you can have a meal each day. I think the results are the same.

Hi hbomb, you've done well to get this far and it DOES get easier. I promise. In fact it becomes a little addictive once you're in ketosis and losing weight. Give it 2 -3 weeks before you decide if this is for you. Best advice is to drink lots of water. If will help if your hungry and dizzy.

You're doing amazingly well Morgan! Can't wait to follow your progress.

Good luck Lily! It is very quiet at the moment. So good to have you back!

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Hi there and welcome to cwp!! I have tried many diets over the years and have definitely had most success with this one ... Most successful by a mile. You will definitely lose more than a lb. if you are 100% all the time, you can expect to lost a stone a month. I have lost 4 & half stone...

Yes you're right to be angry! Your health is more important but also your picture shows that you're already beautiful as you are!!! 2 months with not one bite off plan is amazing. I've been here a while and I'm not sure I've seen anyone be THIS good! You're doing amazingly well. im doing...

Amazing! Just stay on that bonnet! :)

Your losses are amazing! Well done. Just keeping going one day at a time.

I know! I was a lb below on my own scales this morning but it's not official until it's on CDC scales! But .... Have now set a new target of 10st 7lbs. Thought I would be happy at 11.5 but bum and thighs still heavier. So gonna keep going for another stone. So will be here for a while...

Hey Berry and Honey, it is really quiet at the moment. I'm still here plugging away.... i have been adding in some slim and save and some exante products as well as cwp. They've both been ok. Especially slim and save which tends to be lower carb than exante. Gives a bit of variety as well...

No official weigh in today as cdc is on holiday. I had a wee peak on my own scales and I am 11st 6lbs. That's 1lbs below my original target! Really pleased. I did did think I would be finished by this time but I still feel I have more to lose and I want to do it whilst I am on a roll. I...

I would say you would be fine with a bowl or cup of that. To stay in ketosis you need to keep to less than c. 70g of carbs per day. 3 packs will be between 45 - 50 depending in what you choose. So as long as you don't have too much carrot it will be fine. My fitness pal will tell you how...

Wise thing to do. I wasted my 20's fat and unhappy. Those are the best years and I missed a lot of fun - not really because I was fat but because I didn't feel comfortable or attractive. Your photo is beautiful. Now you're gonna have an amazing body to match!! Now is definitely the time...

You are going for a complete change of lifestyle ... Diet, personal training and growing your own veg!!! You are putting us all to shame! Good on you. I would live to grow veg. Not sure I have the patience for it though. I'd like to maybe start with herbs. If love to have basil, mint and...

You look great - very slim! Congratulations!

Hi KRM Great to year you are on track and still in the zone!! I don't have a weigh in this week either as my CDC is in holiday. Nap we can keep each other on track!!

Hi ladies, how are you all doing? It's so quiet in here at the moment!

All my shoes are too big! Just remembered that when a lot heavier I was as much as a full shoe size bigger!

This is the strangest thing .... My shoe size has shrunk by half a size!!! Weird!

Hey, 6lbs is fab!! Well done! It is so easy when you're heads in the game .... And the sun is shining!! :-)

I would agree with that. After the first week I got a real burst of energy. Now that I've lost quite a bit, my energy levels compared to before are so much better.

Hi there, I am now 23 weeks in. After 12 weeks I had lost 37 lbs but I probably lost 2 weeks due to Xmas. My CDC says to expect a stone a month. So looks like your target of 12 by your birthday is do-able!! Good luck!

Weigh in today and 5.5lbs loss!! :) That takes me to 4st 7lbs loss and into the 11's at last!!! Only 2 lbs away from my original goal, which I need to re-think now. Delighted!!

I'm doing great thanks. I've been very good this week and have my weigh in tomorrow morning. I am hoping for 3.5 - 4 lbs loss, especially since I put on half a lbs last week. I thought it was totm last week but it's still not here. No idea what's going on with that. I have heard that weight...

Great news KRM!!! Well done. I know you were really hoping to get to SS weight. Hope your good feeling and excitement keeps you going and you sail through to your next target! x

Lee, just a tip on the food packs .... I always put less water in than recommended. Eg 10-20 mls less. It makes it more like food and less like mush!

Hey there, well done on your first week and amazing loss! I can tell I am going to love reading your diary ... And also envious of your man size losses! Good luck for week 2.

I've never tried it but what about adding some mild curry powder?

Congratulations on the job!! Exciting.

I can sympathise. I've been there a few times including last week where I put on half a lbs!!! My body can sometimes be very unpredictable. The one thing I have learned is that, if you stick with it, it all evens out in the end and the results come. But it is very frustrating whilst you...

Hi Jo, my original target was 11 st 7 lbs but now that I am close I think I want to lose a bit more. Maybe get down to 11st. But even with that, it's only a stone to go. I am very excited and can't wait to get there. I want to work up the steps and do it by the book to ensure I...

Hi Jo, I am doing fine thanks. I had a small gain of 0.5lbs this week but I know it is totm. I am just patiently waiting for the cramping and craving to subside then I know I Weill definitely see a loss. I am so determined to be 11 something this week!! I like your 5:2 plan. Do you have...

Rebecca you are so strong not finding out your loss! But I understand your thought in this. If you're in the right frame of mind, why risk changing it. Here's to 100% days!! :)

Jo, I was reading something on the slim and save website about what happens in maintenance. It stated that the expected amount of gain from water when you start to eat carbs again is 4lbs. It provides the science and calculations behind it - worth a read. The section is called re-feeding...

Half lbs on today. :cry: I had had a few occasions where I had to eat this week, a business lunch (chicken and salmon) and a family thing (steak). So I stuck to protein but clearly too many calories this week. That and time of the month is due. Damn you Mother Nature!! Anyway, onwards and...

I spent 2 hours delivering eggs to my family and friends today. Glad to get them out of the house. Just left with 2 now that my husband will demolish in no time.

Well done KRM. That's a good loss. And you have key lime shake to look forward to!

Hey Katie, good on you for getting started. You'll have made a difference by summer time. Just think how great that will be!

Oh no!!! Typical!! Give them away to your local hospital for sick kids. Good deed and no temptation in your house. X

Nice one Mel! Keep posting this next month so I can hear about all your goings on. I have no other excitement in my life. So I can enjoy yours!! x

KRM. Good luck for tomorrow! Fingers crossed. Let us know how it goes!! x

Tanwen well done on your loss, that's amazing!! On being stressed, I read about this and there's a physiological reason for putting in weight. I can't remember it exactly but when stressed, you release a hormone that can lead to weight gain. There's that and the fact that you're more likely...

Hi, you've lost more than 2st in around 2 months which suggests to me that you are in ketosis and your body is working very well for you! On Cambridge step 1 at 450 cals, the estimate is that you will lose c. 1 stone per month. You look as though you are achieving that. So I think you are...

Good advice Laura! I will try my best. Although the massive box of 10 Thorntons Easter eggs for my family and friends is sitting on my kitchen table shouting at me!!! :-). I will be strong!!!

I am not a chocolate / sweet toothed person but it's been so long since I had any that I am now thinking about Easter eggs!!! My mind is made up not to have any but i can't get it out of my mind. How are you all going to get through Easter chocolate free?

KRM you've done too well to eat chips and Chinese!! You might enjoy eating it at the time but you will feel awful afterwards and instantly regret it. Listen to music, browse "skinny" clothes on the web, dream about what you'll feel like when you've lost weight .... Anything to take your mind...

Well done berry!! A day at a time ....

I am sure you will. You have been so good!

Lily, if we knew the answer to that we would be rich (and thin)!! I know that being overweight and not happy with it doesn't mean you have the right frame of mind to do something about it. All of this .... Dieting, weight gain, emotional eating, it's all to do with our mindset isn't it...

Good luck Obs! Stopping smoking will be a huge achievement. Let me know how your weigh in goes! J

Well done! You're doing great. When is your next weigh in?

Hi there, well done on 3st. That's a great loss and quick!

Hey Honey, hope you're well. I'm feeling good even though it is Monday!! Up for another week and looking forward to another loss this week. I live for weigh in day ... Wish my week away waiting for Sunday to come. Have a good week! Jx

3lbs off this week taking my total loss to 4 st 2 lbs and my bmi is now under 30. Couple of good milestones met. Now to blast through the next stone!

Hi missy b. Welcome. This is a good forum for support so you've come to the right place. Although most people post on the diaries section. Not sure what losses to expect in step 3. Most people are doing step 1. But you can educate us! Good luck. Jx

So I managed to resist the wine. I was too tired by the time I got home and went straight to bed. Official weigh in tomorrow and hoping for 3lbs that will take me to around 12 on cdc's scales. If I get there I think my bmi will move from very overweight to just overweight and below 30. So...

TWO holidays! You are very lucky! 9lbs sounds like a good realistic target given your hols. In fact any loss this month would be a result as you'll want to enjoy your hols. I do think we should be allowed to have a life too!! However a new number by the end of the month would be very...

I would say a lower loss is to be expected in week 3 but I'm not sure 3 is lower. Song wouldn't worry about it. When I first started I did 3 weeks without bars or meals. I've had them since week 4 and losses were fine. Now that I am further on, I do watch the mix of products and the amount...

Well done! Good to get week 1 out of the way. The big loss spurs you in, doesn't it?

Hey Mel, I've not lost much in March myself with a week off. I now need to knuckle down to getting this done. What are you hoping to lose during April?

I'm not sure. I don't have my heart set on a specific number. Another stone for sure and then perhaps further half a stone. Will just see how i feel when I get there.

Hi Jo, I'm doing well thanks. Weigh in on Sunday and hoping to pass the four st mark. Exciting!!

Well .... These past 2 days almost broke me .... Almost!! Traveling with work. Got here nice and early yesterday and thought I could have a relaxing night. Then I managed to shake my shake all over the hotel room! Everywhere! Cleaned that up but them realized I had forgotten a few things...

wow! You are sprinting ahead. Well done. I bet you are starting to notice a difference now?

Jo. You are doing so well. It might be the exercise regime making you feel down but it also might be just the change to maintenance. I find change and uncertainty can make you unsettled and you can't quite put your finger on why!!

I do thanks! But not done yet. I had set my self a target of 11.5 st as I never thought I would get to that. However I am so close now and think I need to go lower ... Perhaps 10.7 but we will see! Let me know how your meal goes! x

Sorry another thought .... Phone the restaurant in advance it explain your dietary requirement and see if they can do a protein only dish for you?

If it's a Chinese, you could pick a prawn dish in something like soy sauce or ask them to cook it in soy sauce? Avoid the rice obviously!

Good luck Lynsey. Will keep up with how the new plan goes. x

Hey, I put some smoked paprika and chilli flakes in the spag Bol. Worth a try. x

You're off to a flying start!! You sound really focused and determined which is all you need. Ive been here a few months now and your post made me think about me at 20 days in. It felt like a huge achievement but hard work. A few months later and I now find it easier. It's a long road, so...

Well I had a lovely Saturday out with friends. Stuck to chicken and steak and gin and tonic. So had more calories but should still be in ketosis! Proud of myself as everyone else was having carb-laden stuff and cocktails I would have loved but I wasn't that bothered. So I won't have my two...

You show them all!!! People have no right to rain on your parade with that negative talk. How do they know it won't work? It's just that they don't want you to so it ... Probably jealous. I have a weekend away in Edinburgh for hubby's birthday end if April (I want him to think I look...

4.25 off this week. After my 2lb gain last week, I needed that! So 0.75 away from 4 st. Think I can do that next week and then aiming for 11 something the week after. Off out with friends today and the sun is shining! Happy Saturday everyone!! Jx

Glad to see you back Lily. Hope everything is ok with the family. Your holiday will be such a good motivator! Something to keep you going and thinking about how much better you'll feel after dropping 2st! And there will be sun!! Good luck x

Hey Obs, 0.6 lbs is not the end of the world .... Especially when your period is due and you'll have water retention. Your period being due is probably also why you were eating! Totally recoverable in this coming week! Exciting to be stepping up! You'll have a meal to look forward to every...

Hi Obs, my week has been great thanks. Weigh in this morning and we will see how it goes! I'm sure you have not been as bad as you think. Your cheats and misbehaving are usually relatively minor!! I get it though. After losing, you feel better about yourself and it is harder to stay focused...

Hey honey, I'm up early too! I was lying in bed thinking I should have another half hour but then couldn't wait to weigh myself this morning. I have been super good this week! On my own scales I am 12st 2lbs this morning which is a new low for the last 10 years! Delighted. I have my...

Oh Lauren I feel your pain. I've been there and it is so disappointing. Each week feels like an eternity too when you're waiting on the loss. The thing I always remember, however hard, is that you have been 100% so you must be burning fat, regardless of what the scales say. On the bars...

I'm doing great thanks. After a wee planned break last week I am back with a vengeance. Since Monday I have been 100% SS and back to real basics of shakes only with no bars or spag Bol so that I get back into ketosis. Smelly breath is back and freezing all the time. So I think I can safely...

Woo hoo! You sound so up for it. Go honey!

Well done. I couldn't do that ... Not seeing my weigh in! True strength!

Looking fab. Well done.

Do you have a sweet tooth Jo or is it perhaps TOTM?

I am FREEZING!! Got to be a good sign!!

So I need to get back into ketosis now after a weekend of fun and the remainder of the week in step 3. Day 1 done and I am totally fine. 2 shakes and a porridge for dinner (hope porridge is ok for these first few days. I can't remember back to the start of this journey!) Although I missed...

Wow! What a loss. Truly inspirational. I needed to read that today on day 1 of getting back into ketosis! Jx

I agree. Alcohol does strange things to your weight and the water retention does take a good few days to go. As you say mel, best to avoid the scales rather than get downhearted about a "fake" gain. Jx

Hey good on you! 4.5lbs less than last week! Jx

Hey Obs, yeah it's one week in a lifetime. So I'm not going to worry about it too much. You've done well with a loss this week. Still closer than you were last week, which is great. I am thinking the same as you. I still want to lose more but there is no rush. I don't want to do this...

Jo you are so tough on yourself! You've done so well and you had a day off, had some yummy food but didn't go as far as you could have or previously would have. It's done, you've learned something from it that will help you in maintenance and you've moved on. From what you've said, it sounds...

Hey Obs, Well done in the loss. Moving in the right direction. Unlike me who gained 2lbs!!! A little champagne to celebrate is nothing when you think how far you've come. On to next week and another loss! Jx

So 2lbs gain this week. To be honest I am ok with that. I thought it would be more and, for the fun I had last weekend, it was a fair price to pay. So onwards and upwards.... Last day of step 3 today then back to SS! Looking forward to shifting those 2lbs and a few more if I can. I then...

Well done! Big milestone achieved.

So .... My CDC told me to do a week at step 3 this week as you can't do step 1 for more than 12 weeks. That has been both amazing and disastrous all at the same time. I had planned a weekend off totally, eating what I wanted without worrying. I did that and had a ball! Lunch with my good...

Great news on the 2 st!! Excellent! Have fun this weekend.

You are losing at some rate! Well done. Are you doing SS? Jx

Hey Mel, just glanced at your stats .... you must be on track for 2st loss this week. Keeping my fingers crossed for you! Jx

I know, that's not far away. I am hoping to see 11 something in the next 3 weeks. You must be on track to see 11 something in the next 2 or 3 weeks too! I also just noticed that you are halfway to your goal! How amazing is that?

Hey I'm doing great thanks. I had a planned weekend off and really enjoyed it. Tapas and wine both days - I woke up this morning 7lbs heavier!! 7lbs??!! It was only 2 meals off plan!! But I'm not going to worry. I had accepted in my mind I wanted a break and would deal with the...

Amazing!! Great result.

Luck lady and what an amazing hubby!! Nothing like a deadline to focus the mind. The lbs will melt away! Jx

Thanks Obs. I know ... I have lost 53lbs I think. My mind hasn't caught up with my loss or my body yet. I always feel good anyway (I think very positively and try to make the best of myself). I know I look much better now but it will take some time for my mind to catch up. I had skinny...

Hey KRM, so good to see you getting started. At the beginning I found each day felt like a fortnight but it does get better. I love this diet. 100%. And you'll get there too if you stick with it. If you're going to have a bite of something, make it chicken or egg, something protein instead...

Angel I had a tummy tuck and lipo in my waist about 10 years ago after having my daughter and losing weight. It was the best thing I ever did but not something to be taken lightly. It was a very serious operation that took a good 4 weeks recovery. There is a very large scar. I had a...

Hey great to hear from you!! Sorry to hear about your husband. That's awful! Hope he gets better soon. No weight gain in NYC?? Amazing. You'll be back into it in no time and will shift the few pounds no problem. x

I just realised I am less than a stone away from my upper target. I've no idea what my end goal is. I guess I'll know when i get there!

It is hard. My best advice is to drink as much water as you can. It fills my tummy up so much I am less inclined to eat. When you go off track, is it a physical hunger for food or is it a mental thing?

Lost 2 lb this week Obs. I'm ok with that!

So 2 and a quarter loss this week (can't forget the quarter!). I weighed in a day early this week. So, that will have to do. I'm ok with it I suppose. I am only about 3lbs away from 4st. As I'm having a weekend off, i am aiming to stay the same this week and then get back to losing...

Nice one!!

Thanks Obs. Got my weigh in today in one hour then my weekend of fun begins!!!

Hey H, welcome. I have found this forum very helpful to get support and encouragement from others going through the same struggles!! Have you done CD in the past?

Thx! Will have a wee look. x

Obs, the wait for weight loss is over! 3lbs is fantastic and you're nearer your lowest weight too!! I also remember my weight at key point, as well as what I wore, but could not tell you a date or year if my life depended on it! Good luck for this week coming. Ps I wonder if you're like...

Hey amad, I have a few events this month that u want to enjoy. So I am aiming for 7 lbs by end if the month. That would be amazing given I have 3 events with food and lots of wine! But I have decided to enjoy them and sacrifice a little progress this month.

Hi Rebecca, you're in the right place! This is where most if the cwp chat happens. Just read diaries and jump in where you want. Everyone is very welcoming and supportive. x

Obs, Mia, I have been doing a mix of ss and ss+ since week 3. I have 2 ss+ meals a week. It means I have something to look forward to in the week and don't miss food. I don't think it's affected my losses too much. x

I'm gonna try muscle food as that sounds amazing.

Good choice flic! Structure, control and slow and steady until the wedding!

New number, good start. Feeling great is just around the corner!!

Angel what's that wee programme you are using to track your bmi? Looks good.

The 12's .... Yaaaay! Well done.

Flic, I have been reading your posts over the past few weeks and your dilemma about what to do now with only 10 lbs to go. I am not at target yet and have never done CWP before, so I am not qualified to give anyone on advice on how to maintain. However, I have been having a few thoughts...

More than halfway there then!!!!

Don't we all ..... And I have a husband!!! You should go get that snog. I know you don't feel comfortable with your body right now but, having seen your face, you are beautiful and people will fancy you now!!! It would give you a confidence boost too! Go for it.

Obs, I can sympathise ( and laugh at the worry about your behind ... Mine is rather large!). I had a long wait for a loss a few weeks back and it was excruciating. But the alternative is to keep eating and gaining weight. So there's nothing else for it ... We must wait!! It's hard.

Thanks Obs!!

Oh Lyndsey, what a situation! You're right, your health is more important than anything else. Hopefully step 2 will be acceptable and you'll continue in cwp and with the fantastic losses!!

Great news!! It's trial and error to find what works isn't it.

That's great! Well done. I hate when the losses are inconsistent like that .... But it comes good in the end. Keep posting in your progress!

Birdie, I think you must be in ketosis. If you are 100% sticking to the plan then you are not having enough carbs not to be in ketosis. How do you know? Are you using the ketostix? Because of the amount of water I drink, I never look like I am in ketosis. It is never pink! The only...

Aw congratulations!! Great start.

Congratulations on getting to goal!!! Must feel amazing!

Have loads of fun in your break!!

Lily I have been doing SS but having skimmed milk in my tea and coffee since week 3. I don't have a lot, maybe 3 or 4 cups a day but I don't think it's had too much of an impact. I also have 2 SS+ meals a week so that I don't completely lose contact with food! I think there's a little bit of...

Thanks ladies. I am doing a full week of step 2 and then a few days on step 3 for my weekend off. I'm out for food and drinks Saturday and Sunday. I am not going to worry about what I eat those days. I want to have a break, enjoy some great food and wine then deal with the consequences the...

How are you doing Pam?

Hey, how's it going?

Well done on the 5lbs!! Can't believe you are even slightly disappointed! It's amazing. More than a stone in 2 weeks must feel great. :-)

Hey Parga, give yourself a break ... it was a couple of strawberries and marshmallows .... Not the end of the world and could have been much worse! You enjoyed it, good! Now onwards and upwards! I suppose life is full of temptation and it's not going to go away. So the most important thing...

Congratulations!! 9st 5lbs must feel amazing.

3lbs off at weigh in this morning. Reasonably happy with that! :) Another week then I'm having a weekend off!

That's a deal! If you're ever in the uk I will return the favour!

I live in Glasgow Scotland! I love India. I've spent a lot of time in New Delhi for work. I love the culture and .... The food of course!!!

Obs I think exercising should be fine once you've moved up the steps but as you say you can decide when a little but closer to goal. I did notice that our goals are similar reading your post this morning. I was reading about your previous lowest being 162 lbs and I think my previous lowest...

Another loss! Excellent news. Like you I've tried not to buy clothes until I absolutely have to. Even then I tried to buy things that were stretchy and could shrink with me. Feels good buying new things in a smaller size though. Sounds like you've got your plan sorted. I will stay on...

Are you back Lily? Did you have a good time??

Hi amad, I think my work commitments have not helped with my weight over the years ... Working lunches at least twice a week, staying in hotels with room service, being tired with traveling fans needing an energy boost, feeling like I deserve wine since I'm away!!! I've obviously cut it all...

There must be something about the 12's! I thought I would never get there. I think it took me 3 weeks in the end ... And that's without any of plan days. Torture! Fingers crossed for you for tomorrow!! x

Welcome parga!' I started at 16st 3lbs, so similar to you. I know how you feel and I also want this to be the last time I have to lose weight. I am in the groove now and, whilst it is not easy, I am doing it and taking a day at a time. Best if luck and I will keep up with your progress...

Obs, lovely to hear how you're doing! The weight is coming off and your mindset sounds like it's evolving too. A stone in a month is amazing isn't it? Yes others do lose more but you have less to lose than some others, which I so think makes a difference. Also, with a slower metabolism you...

Hi Lyndsey, glad to hear you are still on track despite the work stress! That's my major trigger. Hope you got through the day unscathed! Did you do cwp before? I am wondering if your eczema improved last time?

Honey I liked the spag Bol. I add chilli flakes and/or smoked paprika.

Great to see you getting back into into Honey! you know you'll feel better even after 1 week! x

At last!!! 12st 11lbs today. 4lbs off and in the 12's!!! Yay!! Was beginning to think it would never happen!!! Phew. Feeling happy today! :-)

Congratulations!! That's a whopping loss! x

Made me smile this morning, especially number 8!! That's my outlook on life. So great to hear all of the great things that are happening. What's funny is the more you focus on them, the more positive things happen. Virtuous circle! Just think where you'll be in another 4 weeks!! :-)

Since losing zero last week and only 2.5lbs the week before, this has been the longest 2 weeks of my life!! Roll on Sunday for my next weigh in and hopefully a decent loss!! Please!!

I really like reading your posts. I have the same need to weigh and also felt like I should stop. Reading this I realise that I also need this daily to keep me in check. The last time I stopped weighing I woke up 5 years later and 5 stone heavier. I am no longer going to give myself a hard...

Agreed! Nothing else for it .... We have to keep going. Next week MUST be better!!

Stayed the same this week. I don't understand. I guess these things will happen from time to time. Never mind, getting to the 12s will have to wait till next week.

Just think what you can achieve before you go away. Why don't you do a countdown chart with the days till your holiday so that you can see the time passing ?

Short term pain but it will pay off. It has to as you say. Just think how great you will feel afterwards at social events. Think also about all the money you're saving not going out that you can spend on loads of new clothes!

Hey Jess, how are you doing?

Good luck!

Smb, if Cambridge worked for you before would you consider perhaps doing ss for a few days to get jnto ketosis then move to step 2? A girl in my work did that and she still has good losses and an evening meal.

Hey Lily, it went great. I really had a ball. Spent a lot (could have been much much more!) but just for a few key things that will do me for the next phase if my loss. Amongst the haul, I bought a short skirt that I could never have even considered before. Quite bright funky colours...

:). Oops! Even better result!!

I have noticed that! I have been this weight before but I do feel smaller. This is the first time I've done CD and I wondered if it was because you are burning pure fat that it comes off the most fatty areas. I have always had a huge bum and even that is smaller and more proportionate...

Isn't it great seeing the scales go down? I actually dream about it!!! I am hoping to see a 12 this week for the first time in years. Believe me - it is keeping me focused even with a 2 day conference, hotel room service, buffet lunch, the lot. I am not being distracted. That 12 is going to...

Thanks laura x. First time I've been shopping properly since I started. Funny thing is I keep telling myself all these clothes must be big made because they surely can't fit me already!! Strange how the mind works. Gonna have to keep trying on clothes to convince my brain it's not a fluke. x

Thanks for sharing your story. So sorry about your dad. He was so young. I guess that puts things in perspective but will also drive you to live life to the full. You sound so determined and positive! I can't wait to follow your progress. I am sure you'll have lots of advice as well...

Excellent advice. I'm going to come back and read this if I start to struggle. Thanks.