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    Night work.

    Ladies thank you so much for your replies, I appreciate your help. I have been undecided about SW for so long now but your posts have helped push me over the edge, in a good way! I think I'll join online next week so. Thank you again!xxx
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    Night work.

    I haven't yet joined SW but am thinking of doing so. The only thing that is worrying me is that I've put on 2 stone in the last year and the only thing that has changed is that I've started working nights. Have any of you worked nights and lost weight on SW? It has messed up my system so much...
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    Confused !!!

    Change or start your exercise routine, for me it's the 3 stone mark and now my body forgets it's still too heavy. Also if you're eating too little your body panics and holds onto every scrap of food so make sure you're eating 1500 calories a day and getting a half hour walk each day baseline...
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    Student Funding Nightmare!!

    Yep defo look into grad houses or into clubs in the university that attract a certain type of people and ask there (in Ireland we have St. Vincent de Paul groups on campus to help the poor). Those sorts of people are more concerned with spending their evenings helping the homeless/poor than...
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    Fat free fromage frais & quark?-dublin

    I saw some in the Londis facing Easons in O' Connell Street, you know where they have a brown and orange coffeee shop in there along with Subway? Also the health food shops.
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    Tea Time

    Not yet chef! Tonsillitis this week, which is always great craic. Maybe next week when I can face food again, the thought of owt stronger than bread and butter makes me nauseous. I'd better lose a few pounds this week for my troubles... :p
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    How Do You Remove Your Unwanted Hair ?

    Thanks for the advice Lexie, you're right of course, I just can't take anymore pain with threading/waxing and the whole thing is getting me down, fair hair I can deal with, dark hair though... :wave_cry: I am at a loss, found a dark one on my cheek today. I cannot even think about where this...
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    what a difference a year makes

    You haven't given yourself enough credit from the look of that post; you have such courage and determination. The difference in your photos is immense. I hope all continues to go well for you. Congratulations to you and to your Darcy for finding a mam who loves him so much. When you find your...
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    How Do You Remove Your Unwanted Hair ?

    I am sure if you go into a good beauty store and ask them or ask a beauty therapist with your skin tone what she would recommend. I am a pale faced freckled brunette Paddy so I take advice from the ones who look like me for they've been there, Lord 'elp them. :o Go to someone in the know who...
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    What will getting to target mean to you??

    Hitting target... I want to be the toned woman I see in my imagination but not in the mirror. It would be my dream come true, I couldn't ask for anything more. To be able to live my life and not be aware of my girth, such a burden lifted! To buy pretty dresses and not be ashamed of...
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    summer :(

    No you are absolutely not alone at all in this. I completely sympathise. I really thought last year that I'd be a size 12 by this summer. I don't know, maybe I'll make it by the end of the summer. I am proud that this is the first year in 10 years I weigh less than the year before, instead of...
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    Tea Time

    Thank you! I'm going to try that next week, I would never have imagined a pepper and mushrooms are essential. It'll be nice to eat soup without stock, much better for the old salt levels. Looking forward to it, ta very muchly! :D
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    Tea Time

    Well don't just talk about it, post us that recipe pretty please!!! :p
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    Exercise over obesity

    Yes exactly, isn't it lovely to be measuring how much you've done, something that we are entirely responsible for? It's awful dieting and not losing the weight that week, but at least with exercise it's something you can do and it makes such a difference to my mood too. I cannot wait until the...
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    Tea Time

    That sounds great, try to get into the habit of making it fresh and it'll keep for a day or two. You've inspired me to start doing that again. :D You'll be bouncing come summer! By the way what is tea? Is it your dins? If so, it's not enough. If tea is summat to keep the hunger pangs away...
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    Olive oil...... good/bad??

    I agree, 10 tablespoons a week will do you fine. Consider trying the other oils too; walnut, avocado, elderflower etc. Sure look at all those gorgeous French women, I've seen them use it on everything and it doesn't touch them! It's healthy, that's all that matters. Enjoy!
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    Exercise over obesity

    Old thread I see, surprised it didn't get replies, it's interesting! I like the idea of being proactive and letting the chips fall where they may rather than the focus on losing weight. I know when I used to diet all I thought about was my next meal. I think exercise can lift the mood, bring on...
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    Spearmint Tea for PCOS

    Try sympathyteas.co.uk. My local health food shop will be ordering for me from there as I can't get it here at all.
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    IM a DIY dieter are you?

    Yeah I rebel against diets and get quite annoyed at myself for having to hand over money to be told what to eat when the truth is I know exactly what I've to do and probably know more than the people who design the diets! :p These last 2 years I've done my own thing and am still losing slowly...
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    How Do You Remove Your Unwanted Hair ?

    I used to pluck, don't care what anyone says it came back thicker, as does shaving and cream for me anyway. I get it waxed, started waxing the fair haired upper lip too and it's turning dark. So now I just wax the chin every week and bleach the upper lip and cut it. I think any trauma to the...
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    Getting bloated on healthy food?

    Too much fruit isn't great, I'd stick to 3 fruit and 5 veg a day, try two different types of legumes (buy 2 tins of mixed beans in water from a health food shop, throw in with pasta and pesto, they'll do you a week). No need to be afraid of good fats. Don't forget a handful of mixed nuts a...
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    Weighing in daily

    I only weigh myself when I'm feeling slim... :D But when I know I'm acting the eejit I weigh daily until I lose the excess on the excess if you know what I mean. ;) I never count that loss though, I just view it as a moment of madness and move on. My ma tells me she lost 2 pounds this week and...
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    REALLY struggling!

    Your calorie count is too low. When you stop exercising to that level, eventually, and you will, because other stuff takes priority (that's normal!) you will be forced to lower your calories again to maintain your loss never mind continue losing. You'll end up below 1000 or regain, as millions...
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    i am shaped like a barrel HELP!!

    Little ankles, I have arthritis in my knee and am all belly and belly and bum and belly. A very good start for you would be walking and here is a dvd I use regularly. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Two-Mile-Walk-Leslie-Sansone/dp/B00006BS7P/ref=sr_1_6?s=STORE&ie=UTF8&qid=1285839539&sr=1-6 Here she is...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Another pound off for me this week. :bliss: SammyE : 18.5lbs lost - 38.5lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 28.5lbs lost - 71.5lbs to go!! Seasons : 6lbs lost - 29lbs to go Kes : 39.5lbs:- 11lbs lost - 28.5lbs to go Ria : 10lb lost - 16lbs to go OR 2 inches from my waist and hips Precious : 51lbs to...
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    No shame, only loathing?

    That is bang on right! :D I remember feeling devastated at this weight a few years ago and yet now I think I'm hot stuff. The journey down can be slow but it gaves us time to savour it too and learn how to love ourselves, nourish ourselves with great food that's healing and tasty. We deserve to...
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    my little doggie sid is poorly

    Sounds like the ******* want to clock off for the night. :mad: Can you find another vet? Cold towels could make him worse, give him a cold, if he's passing water and drinking that is good Emma. :) The best thing to do is stay with him, try not to show your concern because they can sense it...
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    my little doggie sid is poorly

    Could it be pancreatitis? My dog had it 3 times now, she's on Hills I/D forever now, no fats allowed because of the pancreatic stimulation. She gets swollen too when it happens, vomiting, eating grass, restless. They take her in, put her on a drip and starve her until she can keep food down...
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    No shame, only loathing?

    I'd throw out the ready meals first off, you'll not change your life with them in terms of nourishment. :o I cook a lot of good stuff, I buy cookbooks and cook from them. I love food so much, eat berries with yoghurt, seeds, nuts and spelt in the morning plus a boiled egg. Lunch and dinner is...
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    struggling s/w last 2 stone

    If you just click on my posts you'll find the challenge in there somewhere. I'm sorry, I can't remember the room, maybe challenges?, it was so long ago I subscribed now. :o Good luck! :D
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Little Ankles, when you lose weight just click quote on the post with the latest changes recorded and then go and change your weight loss beside your name. Edit out the quote part and preview your post to make sure all is well, if so, submit the post. That's the way I do it anyway, good luck! :D
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Another pound off this week. :bliss: SammyE : 16lbs lost - 41lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 28.5lbs lost - 71.5lbs to go!! Seasons : 6lbs lost - 29lbs to go Kes : 1.5lb lost - 37.5lbs to go Ria : 10lb lost - 16lbs to go OR 2 inches from my waist and hips Precious : 51lbs to go Sa89 : 3lbs lost -...
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    Facial hair

    :p:D:p You're sister sounds like a right hoot. :D If we didn't joke about it we'd cry, I think. Thank you for that article; I remember that programme with Shazia and her "Hitler moustache" :D and how rude some of the men at speed dating were to the women in her programme. :( Isn't it mad to...
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    Facial hair

    Isn't it bananas that she'd notice something like extra-hairy legs, really now? :confused: But sure it does make sense with hormones running through us and causing all this. Have a look at what Laura and Princessria were saying about Nair and Vaniqua. The thing is I can't pretend that sometimes...
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    Facial hair

    That is fascinating information, I had no idea that the skin protects itself like that Princessria but it makes sense. Thank you so much, :) I think I may try Nair from now too. Laura I think I'll speak to my GP about Vaniqua and bleach my own moostash too. Before I was so annoyed with it...
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    So...my fiance has left me...

    How are you getting on today? Are you looking after yourself? Have you got some sleep? I am thinking of you and hope you're ok.
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    Rude people

    A doctor who can't work out that 1kg is 2.2pounds, what a lying prat. I'd say he knew alright but just wanted to "win" the argument by turning it back on you and denying you your success. And you have been successful. It's a control thing, doctors love to control patients, it's your body, your...
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    So...my fiance has left me...

    I'm so sorry, it doesn't sound like it was your fault, a lot of build-up was going on and that was the straw, but the straw was coming anyway. Please don't blame yourself, take one day at a time and garner as much support around you as you can. :hug99:
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    All Calorie Counters That Have Messaged Me Please Read!! :)

    Lozzy I'm relieved, I had become a little concerned about how low you were going and it's a testament to your common sense that you can spot it even though the weight loss can be addictive. You are such a smart, determined girl and you'll bloom wherever you're planted. All the best to you...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Catthin I often have a gain and a couple of weeks later it rights itself, just keep eating well and your body will reward you, in its own time. Keep having faith in you and your healthy eating and this time next year you'll be astonished. Think longterm, longterm. ;)
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    SOOO frustrating! Any advice?

    I'd up your calories too, it doesn't look like you're eating enough so your body is probably holding on to the little you're giving it. Especially with your exercise routine, I'd up it to 1800-2000 and your body might relax and realise you're going to feed it enough so let some pounds go. All...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    At last, after a few weeks of being on strike the scales show another loss, 3 pounds for me! :bliss: SammyE : 12lbs lost - 45lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 26lbs lost - 74lbs to go!! Seasons : 6lbs lost - 29lbs to go Kes : 1.5lb lost - 37.5lbs to go Ria : 9lb lost - 17lbs to go Precious ...
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    Facial hair

    If you pluck the hairs then that's pulling out the root, just like waxing, surely? :confused: I know what you mean about the itch, I'm always stroking my chin like some wise old professor. :o Soprano is the latest and most advanced form of laser treatment but I'm not going to get it until about...
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    A fresh start.. Again!!

    Literally moment by moment, meal by meal is the best way to go when you feel lethargic. It's like a new relationship, the first passion wanes and then you have the drudge, it's how you cope with the drudge that determines the success. So you don't have to be all up for it from day one, just make...
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    I fail.

    I think a healthy body is a longterm lifelong goal. It's important to eat enough to work your vital organs, never mind anything else. If you continue to starve yourself of vital nutrients your body will hold onto every single calorie for fear it'll not have enough to run your basic functions...
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    Getting back on the diet wagon - please help

    Dextermummy it's so weird you writing that, I was only thinking last night of your post about your "top belly" and I was wondering if you'd lost it yet. Me neither, it's still there. :wave_cry: 9lbs is bloody annoying and as you know 5 is about the most to put back on without worrying. So...
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    The Horrible 'P' Word... Plateau :(

    Yes it's time to give your poor body a bit of a break. It's probably holding onto everything because you're not feeding it enough and exercising like a mad thing. It can't do the basic functions unless you feed it. I've been the same weight for the last 6 weeks and it's just not shifting. I used...
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    Facial hair

    Would it be Vaniqua?
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    ****DUBLIN MEET**** - 17th-19th September 2010

    Just to let ye know that I was passing through Temple Bar on the bus yesterday and spotted a 3 course meal with Irish dancing show for 30 euro, starting at 7.30pm. I don't know if ye have anything planned yet but it's central, with food, entertaiment and more importantly 30 euro is a bargain...
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    food doctor

    I've heard of him, my sister had his books but she didn't go with it. I wonder at the benefits, the bars, the products etc seem like a moneymaking idea. Of course the principles of eating well apply but I think you can do that by yourself with a good cookbook and baking book, and save yourself a...
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    People's disbelief about necessary eating when you're big.

    People can be quite intrusive can't they? I know it is advised to tell your family when you're changing how you eat so you can get support. I think that's bogus in practice, because people watch and then feel the need to comment. I'm sorry about your ma, the thing that comes to mind on that is...
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    new approach

    Well done on keeping at it. The scales is the divil for me too, it can really dictate how I feel about myself and lead me to making stupid food choices. The only time I find it benefits is when I feel I've had a gain and the reality check is useful. I hope you are enjoying eating good food. :D
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    i trapped in 100kgs!!!!

    You could be building muscle which weighs more than fat. Keep an eye on the buttons on your clothes, they'll tell you more about whether you're losing or not. Keep at it!
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    People's disbelief about necessary eating when you're big.

    Ta so much Breadbin, have had a whopper of a time since my post and ate way too much crap, just felt so down about the whole thing. Stepped on the scale this morning and nowt different, don't know what the craic is??? I appreciate your honesty with your calories, 2000 is a fair whack alright and...
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    A bit fed up. sorry :(

    Could that 1.5lb weight gain not be muscle since it weighs more than fat, especially with all the exercise?
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    People's disbelief about necessary eating when you're big.

    Hi there, I joined a fitness club last week and was told that I am eating too much, my complex carbs are too much. I eat between 1400 and 1800 calories a day, whatever I need to function. Rarely I go above 2000, rarely (once a month, if even). I am up at 5am and return for 10pm. In the morning I...
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    Lupus, Sjogrens and breast cancer!!!

    I am so sorry to hear of all your problems Golden Girl, how have you been getting on this last month? Has your doctor been of any use to you since? How's the pain relief? I am thinking of you!
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    My poor hair!

    Three for the price of one?????? :o Fingers crossed you can fix it Ruby! :wave_cry:
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    My poor hair!

    What happened?????? :eek::confused::eek:
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    Hi, I'm new! Anyone fancy a little challenge?

    amjax I added your 7lbs to the longest list, so we're at 110lbs now and weigh in over the next 4 weeks to see how much you can lose for the pot. I think that's right, Lindsey will mark us right if not. Good luck! :D lindseydodd408 + 7lbs Meltdown + 7lbs Lozzy Gozzy + 7lbs Sammii + 7lbs xSarahx...
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    Exercise

    Walking is a great idea Smokes, I just count the steps, 2000 is a mile and we're supposed to do 5 a day apparently!!! :eek: I aimed for 30 this month, going for 45 next month. It definitely takes time to build up and if you slowly increase your steps it'll become second nature to you and as part...
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    My DH !!

    He is a keeper, you are so blessed and deserve him, dogs know a good person and it's clear doggie knows his stuff. ;):D
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    Its nearly..

    I hope you have a wonderful day Wrighty!!! :bliss:
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    Exercise

    I usually go in, grab the dog and take her out because I know myself too well, if I take my coat off and sit down I'm not getting back up again. :o I think you have to be realistic and work around your lifestyle too. Are there any colleagues who'd join you at tennis, or even go and see if...
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    Exercise

    Just started curves, 3 times per week for 30 minutes, walking there and back 1 hour altogether. I have so many exercise dvds at home but am a divil for not using them. I walk a fair bit though on my days off. I want to be fit and healthy longterm so am starting light but have found the benefits...
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    Hi, I'm new! Anyone fancy a little challenge?

    I just added you in there happyhippo. We start tomorrow everyone, don't forget to hop on the scales tomorrow so you can keep track, all the best!!! :D lindseydodd408 + 7lbs Meltdown + 7lbs Lozzy Gozzy + 7lbs Sammii + 7lbs xSarahx +7lbs Lyndzi76 + 7lb Naomigi + 7lbs Faustina + 7lbs Chick10 +...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Louise, just added you in there, Slimboy Fat I added your name on the list if you want to add in how many pounds you aim to lose? Good luck! :D SammyE : 6.5lbs lost - 50.5lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 100lbs to go!! Seasons : 2lbs lost - 33lbs to go Kes : 1.5lb lost - 37.5lbs to go Ria : 5lb...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Louise I'll add you on to the list for 21ibs to go, hope that's right! :D
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    Lunch - Angry venting

    You know she's going to go have fish and chips tonight after smelling your lunch, don't you? :bliss: Poor love, bet she's counting the hours til the chippy opens. :o I've done the vclds too, you have to have a certain sort of temperment to work it. I didn't either. :wave_cry: There's a diet...
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    No news yet from job interview!

    Run out now while they're at lunch, do you have an answering machine?! All the best of luck of you! :bliss:
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    Lunch - Angry venting

    I bet she was salivating looking at it, you should do one every day next week and go "Ooh, aah, yum, tasty, oh the carbs baby" as you eat it. Sitting right facing her. :p Ok that was mean me, nice me feels sorry for her, she must be so hungry, she'll never keep that jazz up the silly billy. ;):D
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    Anyone go to curves??

    Just joined, there's a curves subforum in the exercise and thread forum, a few there go. I have my second session today, looking forward to it! :D
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    On the way down !!!

    I am big up top too and never think it'll go down but your photos prove they do, I can't believe how much you're shrunk, especially your shoulders, arms, bust etc. Congratulations!!!! :bliss:
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    Wheeee!!

    Well done you, congratulations!!! What a week for you, and yay for the size 18s, you must be over the moon. :bliss:
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    Coriander Chicken (Free on Extra Easy)

    Ooh have mint and coriander in fridge waiting for some lovin', will pick up chicken and garam masala later. That's sounds gorgeous!! Thanks FMN!!! :bliss:
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    Diary of a Vegan Slimmer

    Eugh, I'm so thick with spelling today, :o it's Elysium, sorry, good luck!!! :D
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    Diary of a Vegan Slimmer

    Good luck Elsyium!!!! :D
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    Hi, I'm new! Anyone fancy a little challenge?

    Count me in, a brilliant idea Lindsey!! Welcome to the forums!!! :D lindseydodd408 + 7lbs Meltdown + 7lbs Lozzy Gozzy + 7lbs Sammii + 7lbs xSarahx +7lbs Lyndzi76 + 7lb Naomigi + 7lbs Faustina + 7lbs Total pot = 56lbs starting week beginning Monday 26th July.
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    My fishy week!

    Fresh tuna steak is quite meaty in texture and taste, if you like meat that could be a start? :)
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    The Christmas Challenge

    SammyE : 6.5lbs lost - 50.5lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 100lbs to go!! Seasons : 2lbs lost - 33lbs to go Kes : 1lb lost - 38lbs to go Ria : 4lb lost - 37lbs to go Precious : 51lbs to go Sa89 : 3lbs lost - 56lbs to go DebsM :1lb lost - 25lbs to go Maynie : 5lbs lost - 45lbs to go Faustina ...
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    Does anyone still use curves?

    Ok joined today, they asked me questions, measured me up and booked me in for my first session tomorrow. I've 8 pounds for my monthly goal which I'm not too keen on, seems a bit much since I'm well on the road already but maybe the exercise will restart it? She said she'll be with me for my...
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    My fishy week!

    Just did it again, I used spelt earlier because health food shop had no all purpose plus half the olive oil will do. Coriander is an acquired taste isn't it???? Tell hubby to have some KFC for me!! :p
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    My fishy week!

    Just had rainbow trout from M&S, delicious! I coated in 25g of spelt flour (not necessary for the 99 calories!), made a half spoonful of olive oil, lime juice, tsp of mustard and tbsp fresh coriander sauce, other half spoonful of olive oil in pan, 3 minutes each side then 3 minutes with the...
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    how do spruce up your profiles ?

    Join in threads on the slimming world forums, fish is a big topic over there this week, causing big losses! :p You'll find your place no bother. Only the best! :D
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    Fish!

    I bought 2 trays of prawns (4 portions) in a chilli sauce and rainbow trout (2 large fillets) for 7 euro in M&S yesterday. I'd say they're doing those 2 for a fiver deals over there too, get in there of a morning and you always get good bargains. :D
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    how do spruce up your profiles ?

    You have to post more and then you get more privileges such as trackers, avatars etc. If you go to technical support at the bottom of the forums list it'll tell you more. I think it's 50 for a tracker but not sure. Just keep posting!! :D
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    Posted an old pic and someone said i looked like lost soooo much weight eeeek

    I loved that line too, it's so true that people have to work at it for life or not, some with more effort some less. I know slim people who rarely exercise, eat well most of the time and indulge once a week but it's part of their lives and they don't even think about it (am thinking of a few...
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    Posted an old pic and someone said i looked like lost soooo much weight eeeek

    You should change your username to SexyGirlSoon because you will get back there!!! :bliss: Actually I was reading this article last night from a psychologist I always like, she talks about how important it is not to base our selfimage on our weight alone. Sexy is more than weight related. End...
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    on a wing and a prayer

    Oh this is heartbreaking, I'm so sorry. :cry:Perhaps they'll stick to the area and be spotted? I'm so sorry, pets are family, my heart goes out to you and yours. :(
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    An alternative ideal weight

    Oh yeah you're right, think it was Catherine Deneuve who said that at a certain point a woman has to choose her bum or her face! :kissass::p
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    wish me luck.

    Very very relieved for you!!!! Congratulations!!!! :D
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    SMP Question

    Have you called the agency and asked what the craic is, maybe they've messed up or you're due money from somewhere else until then?
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    feeling so down and miserable

    Kate it could be muscle, water, time of the month or the general shifting around that our bodies seem to do as they adjust. You know yourself not to get on the scales but we do it because it's great when they show a loss. :bliss: Stick with it and go monthly weigh in checks, you'll spot the...
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    Does anyone still use curves?

    Thanks so much for the info Sparkles, I've finally got through to an answering machine (it was a fax machine before :confused: ) so left my name and number. I once paid 450 for a gym and went twice so am really nervous. :o I hate the not knowing if they're nice or posers. It's 49 for 6 weeks...
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    An alternative ideal weight

    Emma-Louise (gorgeous name!!!) if I were you I'd carry on losing and when you take a photo of yourself and like how your body is shaping up then stop losing. I think it's nice to see another target weight instead of those blasted BMIs which just don't suit all shapes. When you feel...
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    An alternative ideal weight

    I love that Fray, thank you!!! It says I should be 97-128 pounds with BMI :8855::8855::8855: and 134 according to other women my age. Reasonable!!! I remember a time yonder when I weighed just a tad less than that, oh the joy!! I might just change my target to correspond with those happy days...
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    July Challenge

    Good luck JoeyJoJo, a new week and a fresh start, you can do it!!! ;)
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    wish me luck.

    All the best to you fillymum, and I hope you snatch up some lovely flowers and enjoy the journey. Please God the oncologist will tell you to go away, he doesn't want to see you again for there's nowt wrong at all. ;) :fingerscrossed: p.s. you should petition for a horsie emote, was looking...
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    Does anyone still use curves?

    I'd love to do it but the site is so vague and keeps freezing here so can't get much info on the exercises. Is it a class and ye move on from machine to machine or an individual thing? Who shows you how to do it? There is one near me but it's in a posh area and am a bit shy. :o How much...
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    How bl****y rude !!!

    Boo to him the rhinoskinned old fart, where do people learn their manners at all??? :confused: Imagine walking around with an attitude like that, count our blessings I say. If he is skinny I bet it's only because he has to lug home all the shirts he can't sell cos he's a right meanie. :whoopass...
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    Irish Overweight Angel's Diary

    Maith an chailín ;), onwards and downwards you go. :bliss:
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    Zest for life, joie de vivre...

    I love posts like this, inspires me to keep going when I really don't want to. ;) Life is great isn't it? I don't think it's because I'm slimmer (for I've been a miserable wench at lower weights) but because I'm more in control. :bliss: So happy for you Devon Dumpling. :D
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    Exercising with arthritic knees?

    I can't believe you run, that's brilliant!! :bliss: I'd love to be able to do that but it kills my knees, they swell up and get so hot with pins and needles. Maybe with time?... She told me to build up those thigh muscles too. I'm thinking an exercise bike or crosstrainer may help... Your weight...
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    TOTM??

    I'm ravenous, just don't feel satisfied at all, am in and out of the kitchen all day. Am not going near the scales... :p
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    In need of some advice please

    All diets are the same really, it's all about exercise and healthy food and how many calories you take in and spend. You are clearly determined after all that weight loss and you've made such a good effort. My heart goes out to you, it is rotten to wonder at what all the effort was for. But it's...
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    I graduated yesterday!

    You must be thrilled, brains and beauty!! :D Well done and all the best to you with your Masters! :bliss:
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    Exercising with arthritic knees?

    Hey there, I was told by my rheumatologist that cycling is good for my creaky knees. I have a treadmill that's doing my knees no good but don't want to get out on a bike in the city. I already walk in the park for a couple of miles every day. Does anyone know of a good make of exercise bike...
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    July Challenge

    Hey everyone, congrats on the briliant losses so far! :D I'm going to have to halve my uphill treadmill challenge and make it a walk in the park instead, my creaky knees have been swelling up so am going for 30 miles in the park instead of 60 on the treadmill. 26 more to go.... :character00115:
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    need help!!!

    Sam there's a specific lipotrim room on here if you want to ask there? Welcome!
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Adding Blue Butterfly. SammyE : 6.5lbs lost - 50.5lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 100lbs to go!! Seasons : 2lbs lost - 33lbs to go Kes : 1lb lost - 38lbs to go Ria : 3lb lost - 38lbs to go Precious : 51lbs to go Sa89 : 3lbs lost - 56lbs to go DebsM :1lb lost - 25lbs to go Maynie : 5lbs lost -...
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    So disheartened!! :-(

    Oh boo to the washing machine! :mad: Any chance you can get a new jumper, different but lovely nonetheless? Have you taken a photo of yourself? I bet if you do you'll see the difference. ;) I know about the lonely bit, now I'm finally losing weight I want someone, but imagine I'd freak if a...
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    comparison question

    Just looking there, there's a TF room under the Slimming club section and a Slimfast room under Other diet options. Maybe ask them there?
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    SW books

    Wow we're really being ripped off over here. I don't go to class but the small ones were well over a fiver and the larger ones a tenner, ok in euros but still, the exchange rate isn't that bad. :confused:
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    SW books

    Check amazon as well, they're usually cheap.
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    meh

    You're in this for the longterm Brainsprain, like all slim people you are going to have rubbish days. That's absolutely fine. It's done, chalk it up and put it in the past, no guilt, no shame, today is a brand new day and tomorrow is a brand new week. :grouphugg:
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Just put you on the list there Shayla, I put you in for a loss of 52lbs, hope that's right! :)
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    The Christmas Challenge

    To include Shayla and an update... SammyE : 6.5lbs lost - 50.5lbs to go QueenOfTheDamned : 100lbs to go!! Seasons : 2lbs lost - 33lbs to go Kes : 1lb lost - 38lbs to go Ria : 3lb lost - 38lbs to go Precious : 51lbs to go Sa89 : 3lbs lost - 56lbs to go DebsM :1lb lost - 25lbs to go Maynie ...
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    Running advice

    Thanks so much Rachel, you're right I need to go in and try them on. I feel so embarrassed doing things like that because I feel like they're thinking, "Fat cow pretending she exercises" when I really am very active. :( Definitely going to have to swallow the shame and shop. My treadmill is...
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    comparison question

    My ma lost weight with slimfast but put it right back on and then some when she went back on normal food. Have you tried calorie counting or slimming world? What does Tony Ferguson involve? You're over halfway to your goal, congratulations! :bliss:
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    hurtful comment...

    What a self important rude little git. :mad: It says a lot about how ugly and thoughtless he is as a man to come out with such stuff. Whenever that happens to me (I was mooed at a while ago :rolleyes:) I always look at them and think, "I wouldn't want to be you, have your heart, your life...
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    comparison question

    Hello clear d, can you tell me what sf and tf stands for?
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    Running advice

    Rachel could you tell me the make of your new runners? I'd be happy to invest in a good pair once I know they work. Do you do treadmill or *gulp* outside running?
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    RAHHHHH I understand emotional eating now!

    Thanks so much for that link, I need to get off the ordinary tea which just makes me want a fig roll or ten. By the way, you know the way people put their before and after pics on their posts? Well as I scrolled down and saw that pic you included I thought, :eek: "Fillymum is Tracey Barlow from...
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    exercise?

    Brainsprain please go to your doc and explain what happened, it may be a bit of angina where you'd just need the spray under the tongue when the pain comes. Definitely, please, get it checked. My dad had a bit of pain in the arm, tightness in his chest and walked up to the hospital. They were...
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Congrats on the loss Ria!!! :bliss:
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    Chilli and soy glazed steak and stir fry veg.

    That sounds so good!!!! Is that sauce recipe for 1 or 4? I am definitely going to make this on Sunday, thank you for posting it! :D
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    I'm just shy of 20st

    If you exercise aerobically and do some weights while losing weight slowly eating food full of goodness you'll be unlikely to have loose skin. That was a mouthful of a sentence! I aim for 5 pounds a month, I know this seems low but it's working for my body which is slowly shrinking without a lot...
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    Facial hair

    Has anyone heard of soprano? It's supposed to be beyond the ordinary laser treatment, the next stage in hair removal. I can only afford to get it done once so am waiting until I lose this weight, please God by next summer. I am so sick of always being aware of it. :( Can you even imagine waking...
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    100th post!!!!

    :553: Happy 100th Honey ChattyGirl! :0clapper:
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    RAHHHHH I understand emotional eating now!

    Scals how often should I get a polish? I haven't had one in 3 years and although I floss and brush and use mouthwash my love of tea and curry is showing. Is bleaching worth it do you think? Maybe we should be like the Yanks I saw on tv drinking their Starbucks through a straw... I had no idea...
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    Wish me luck

    Yeah she's having an op next month and they want her off the cigs quicksmart. The GP put her on them, prescription only. My auntie was a lifetime smoker and the champix worked for her too. Might be worth looking into for himself? :)
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    Gutted!

    Dear Dreaming11, I can feel your pain throughout your post and my heart goes out to you. :hug99: I've been where you are and so many of us understand what you're feeling. I think that you would do well to join a support group, Slimming World, Overeaters Anon, whatever or post here regularly and...
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    RAHHHHH I understand emotional eating now!

    That Pickwick one sounds delicious Fillymum! :bliss: I've just saved them all in my phone, going to nose about the shops tomorrow to pick some tea up. Where do you buy the Pickwick one? We have Twinings here but I've never heard of Pickwick. Daft question alert, is it ok to drink that much...
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    Challenge 1

    That's a lot of weight to lose in a fortnight! Take it easy on your body and eat well, you'll lose weight for good if you go slow and steady. I love Rosemary Conley's dvds, she's a great inspiration. Good luck Dreaming11. :D
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    Do I need to seek professional psychological help?

    Livi I read a book by a woman who had a lot of weight to lose and has since regained. The book is called Passing for Thin and she discusses how much Overeaters Anonymous helped her with her journey. I wonder would they be of any help to you?
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    Who are you dieting for?

    Rach rather thank focussing on what you need to lose or what diet to do why not get on amazon and buy some cookbooks that show you how to do good healthy food, calorie counted. I found Mary Berry's complete cookbook a Godsend. It's HUGE. Oh and have protein in the morning, an omelette, egg on...
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    Wish me luck

    All the best of luck to you Helen! My sister has been smoking near 30 years and had to give up the cigarettes for her op next month. She's on something called champix and it seems to be working. All the best to you! :D
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    RAHHHHH I understand emotional eating now!

    If I were you I'd get some Tai Bo dvds or go start karate classes or running.:character00115: Get out of that mad place you work in and pound away the stress doing something physical that'll wear you out and do you the world of good. You'll feel really refreshed when you return. Oh and don't go...
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    My big flabby bit

    Aerobic exercise is what's needed. I have the exact same problem, albeit with a size 16 jeans, they would be lovely if I didn't have that bit! All the situps in the world won't work because the fat unfortunately covers them. Boo to flab! :mad: I think the treadmill is the answer for me to get...
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    struggling s/w last 2 stone

    Shorty how has the last month been for you? Are you following a particular diet or exercise programme? Thirty pounds is so doable, maybe you could join one of the challenges in the other rooms. I'm doing a Christmas challenge to lose weight with some other members, why don't you join us?
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    Feeling Pants

    I agree with all the others about not worrying about your losses so far and indulging a little as part of life. Rosiepeace, there was something in there that resonated but I'm probably projecting here. Do you think a little part of you may be trying to sabotage yourself? I only ask because when...
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    What is wrong with me!

    No bother Scals, glad to help, am too lazy to go out again to the atm with my card when I go home so in one way my laziness helps. :p Good luck!
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    The Christmas Challenge

    Could I join in too? I'd like to get to 160 by Christmas. :character00116:
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    What is wrong with me!

    Oh evenings are the killer for me too. How about joining an evening class or organising to try a new healthy recipe, after work go the shops, get the ingredients and make a meal of it. It's a matter of organising a whole new routine for yourself, otherwise a lot of damage can be done. I have to...
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    Nothing is working anymore.

    I think you'll like Shelley's book Victoria, she is very kind and actually emailed me back when I contacted her for advice, she's a lovely lady who has been there herself, sort of still is. Defo get over that library, but more importantly take your sweet time, just aim to be lighter next year...
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    Starting Over...Nervous

    Angeljaide, how have you been getting on? It sounds like you're finally at the end of your tether, you sound like me a year ago. My weight loss has been low and in fits and starts but this is the first year in ten years I've been a lower weight than the year before. It's a wonderful feeling and...
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    Nothing is working anymore.

    Fairycakes, if you have insulin resistance issues couple Bovey's book with Dr. Schwarzbein's and you'll be laughing. Good luck!
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    help iam so stuck

    I'd go SW, WW always left me ravenous.
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    Nothing is working anymore.

    I'm not surprised you're not losing weight, been there, done that, totally understand what I did wrong, hope I can pass the knowledge on! Fairy Cakes, you're exercising too much, your body has to have a certain amount of calories in order to function, it sounds like you're doing what I did...
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    =(

    Do you have a neighbour with a dog that could do with a walk, or a local dog shelter needing dog walkers? Otherwise just walk yourself or with a pal, plan a route on googlemap and measure the distance. Alternatively 2000 steps is a mile so you can count your way there. You just have to do it 3-4...
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    what to eat!?

    Banana in yoghurt with four Brazil nuts does it for me. :character00116:
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    Bye Bye Rowing Machine.

    I have an old rowing machine there that used to belong to my dad (RIP) and was going to start using it when my shifts become less tough. Can I ask why it hasn't worked out for you?
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    where do I start

    Eugh, just to clarify I don't mean eat one meal a day, sorry! Just that focussing on each meal as it comes, don't think about tomorrow, just focus on today and tomorrow will come when it comes, just eat well now and all the nows add up to a nourished you longterm. Hugs!
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    where do I start

    Hello Brainsprain, I've about the same to lose as you in terms of BMI. I think one good thing that has clicked for me this time is not obsessing about what I'm not allowed to eat and what I'm losing (all negative connotations) but instead do things that help you (positive activity). For example...
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    looking for a challenge to join

    How about having a look at the July Challenge in this room? Good luck! :D
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    July Challenge

    Exercise goal instead? Could I put myself down for miles walked on the treadmill instead? I'd like to do 60 miles on it before the month is out. :whacky068:
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    Headaches and Bad Dreams

    I've had a lot of vivid dreams this week too, what's the craic, is it the heat Iwonder? I usually get out and walk and walk where's it's green or go to the seaside and walk the length of it. Try get away from the noise of the city somewhere and lose yourself in the surroundings. The fresh air...
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    exercise videos

    Rosemary Conley's salsa videos, no contest. You can up your levels as time goes on so the routines are just as useful as time goes on. Oh and Leslie Sansone's walking videos are brilliant too.
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    Thinking of joining gym- help!

    Kateykate why not buy some exercise dvds and do them at home? I find Leslie Sansone and Kathy Smith have worked wonders...
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    Just Do It........

    Congratulations!!!! Peony what inspired you to keep going on the tough days??? What pushed you to finally lose the weight in the end?
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    Mantra/Tunes

    Anything by ABBA, yes really, because I think of Muriel's Wedding and how she bloomed. :princess: I find Leslie Sansone's cds and dvds really inspirational and she seems to like fat people, not want to belittle me but truly help. :character00116: I have hated having my photo taken for 10...
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    I did it!

    Congratulations on losing so much weight!!!:bliss: I hope to be like you one day. :cross: Did you just know that this time was the time it was going to happen for you? How do you feel walking around in this new body?
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    Weight loss in pets

    Hi Gizmo, my dog is on steroids for skin inflammation so her appetite increased plus bloating. Aside from that she has no recall so I walk her daily but cannot let her off the lead, she'd be gone after the birds and I can't run that fast. :p She put on a mighty amount of weight even though I...
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    Working out for over an hour a day... how many calories to eat?

    Shelz I posted just above Wasted Ink there, she was doing the same as you. You cannot survive the rest of your life on 900 calories, as you get older you need fewer calories, what will you be living on aged 50, an apple a day??? :eek: Please glance over my post above and enjoy lots of good...
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    Six Stone To Lose?

    Focus on all your success Sharon! I'm sorry to hear that, I always put on a pound or two a week or two every month. To combat the disappointment, I calculate monthly now and just focus on the fact that at the end of the month I'm 3 pounds down or whatever. Make a chart with your loss and watch...
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    Working out for over an hour a day... how many calories to eat?

    Wasted Ink, you're actually not eating enough food for the energy you're expending. So your body is wondering what on earth is going on and holding on to as many calories as it can, thinking there's a famine or something going on. :eek: Exercise 4-5 days a week for 45 minutes to an hour, but...
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    Bored With Meals

    I feel your pain with the boredom. My lifeline has been a huge cookbook by Mary Berry, with pictures, calories counted and recipes for fish, veg, soup, dessert, meats, chicken, baking. Everything is in there and I'm losing weight every month. It's big and bulky but well worth the price. :D Mary...
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    How much is too much?

    I'm sort of following SW, free foods are just that; free. Why not trust them to look after thet details for you and just eat freely. The programme does work, don't worry about the science behind it, just follow the programme and see what happens. The way I look at it is that me trying to sort...
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    Six Stone To Lose?

    Checking in. How have you been getting on Sharon? I have pretty much the same stats as you...
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    Six Stone To Lose?

    I think aiming for 5 pounds a month works long term Eric, I know it doesn't seem a lot but that'll take you down 4 stone a year. It's not just a physical change you're dealing with but the psychological difference of walking around in a new body, so take your time. Good luck! :cross:
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    Six Stone To Lose?

    Lisano2 You can do this. :clap: Get a picture of yourself in your underwear and carry it with you. Whenever you're tempted take it out. The first fortnight is hell but just think of the rewards. It's when you begin to nibble it all falls apart. :17729: Just don't even start, you would be mad to...
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    First Timer.

    Best of luck with CD. I have 6 stone to lose too, it seems like such a popular amount to lose. Keep focussed on your goals; you can do this!
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    Starting tomorrow.

    Definitely wait until you have your packs and can start a full day of the diet. Get yourself a good night's rest tonight and tomorrow night and begin properly the following morning. Believe me, it's best to start off on the right footing. This is my second time round and it's best to be prepared...
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    A little sad!!

    Question... I have to ask have any of you experienced a sagging effect when you lose the melons? I am so worried that my 40E boobs are going to collapse and look like two Tesco bags with a bit of water in the bottom of them... :o
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    Day 3 catch up (contains references to food)

    Sabotage Honestly it's fighting a losing battle with some. They complain if you're overweight that you're not looking after yourself and then gripe when you do something about it. :rolleyes: I reckon some people like us as we are and when we decide to change they get scared. 'Cos then the...
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    Stephe King Fans?

    Dark Tower The Dark Tower series is the best. :bliss: I would love to see it made into a film/series but doubt they could do it justice. :rolleyes:
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    Six Stone To Lose?

    Checking in... I have 6 to 7 stone to lose. :cry:I just keep thinking I can lose it by this Christmas or I'll end up with 10 stone to lose by next Christmas. :eek: I started today and I'm really looking forward to this, I really feel this is my year.:party0011: Best of luck to everyone...
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    Can I just ask??

    I like Lorraine Kelly's videos, she does loads of toning exercises and doesn't make me feel like a whale either. :p She has a lovely figure but no ribs showing which is always nice. I find Bio Oil on my boobs and belly works but have so many stretchmarks already. :cry:I never thought to put...
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    I need to come back :-(

    Restarting too. You are an inspiration. Failure is not in making mistakes, but giving up. You have had such a huge turnaround, not only did you lose so much weight, but you got hitched and started a nursing degree. You probably just turned to the same thing you always turned to, food. I am...
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    The passage of time - will you use it?

    Brilliant post! That was such a wonderful post. Every year I berate myself, why did I not just get this weight off last year???? Summer is here again and I'm still fat, fatter than I would have been years ago when I felt it couldn't get any worse. :rolleyes: Anyway, you expressed perfectly...
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