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    Feeling down :(

    Day 9 - ugh not even worth writing about today really good wise! Haven't stopped picking and not all good :( Do go gym this morning for 90 mins, raked up the garden and took kids swimming this eve. Pooped now lol Tomorrow's another day xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    30 day plank challenge Day 1 - normal plank - 1min 20 secs - done Day 2 - 3 x 30 sec planks - done Day 3 - rest day Day 4 - 4 x 30 sec planks - done Day 5 - 3 x 30sec side planks each side - Done Day 6 - rest day Day 7 - normal plank - 1 min 39 secs - done and improvement on day 1!
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    Feeling down :(

    Day 7 - late in updating. Had porridge for breakfast, vanilla shake for lunch so all was going well till evening! Went out with hubby and friends and went to a curry house. Don't even know what I are was called but it was chicken with cockney and spinach. Had a little pilau rice, a bit of naan...
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    I do enough squats on gym days, 100 of differing ones altogether in fact so is enough for now lol I've actually managed a 100% days today so feeling good xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Day 6 - a 100% day!!! Vanilla shake wit coffee for brekki, lemon bar for lunch ( really not enjoying these anymore), and just had my carbonara for tea. Been gym, bit gutted as missed spin class as was stuck in traffic for 30 mins but at least I still trained. Then spa for an hour...
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    Feeling down :(

    thanks damselx. Just need bottom half to catch up lol x
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so day 5 today and still going. Wasn't 100% thurs though as took grandad for brekki but stayed low carb. Been feeling really tired this week but is due to not sleeping well, too much going round my head!! On the plus side was pay day yesterday so treated myself to some new jeans (mine are...
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    Your doing well bizzle. I am liking the look of the squat challenge so shall be taking that up after my plank challenge, would do both together but don't get enough time spare in the mornings! X
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    VLCD and exersize

    30 day plank challenge Day 1 - 1min 20 secs - done Day 2 - 3 x 30 sec planks - done Day 3 - rest day Day 4 - 4 x 30 sec planks - done
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    VLCD and exersize

    http://blog.myfitnesspal.com/the-30-day-plank-challenge/?utm_source=mfp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=workouts_20150511&mkt_tok=3RkMMJWWfF9wsRokv6XNZKXonjHpfsX56ewqUaa0gokz2EFye%2BLIHETpodcMTsZhPa%2BTFAwTG5toziV8R7DBLM153N8QXRTg Here you go QB X
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    Sounds like you've had a fab birthday and well done for getting back on it. You will break that stone barrier real soon so keep going x
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    VLCD and exersize

    30 day plank challenge Day 1 - 1min 20 secs - done Day 2 - 3 x 30 sec planks - done Day 3 - rest day
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    VLCD and exersize

    30 day plank challenge! Day 1 - 1min 20 secs - done Day 2 - 3 x 30 sec planks - done
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    Well plan is to ts / low carb days really. Only had 2 x packs yesterday as was late by the time I got home but am taking my grandad for brekki this morn so figured the extra calories I can use or a low carb breakfast with him? Also did 90 mins hard core work out yesterday so burnt a fair few...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Thanks for the link blondcat. There seems to be a lot of feedback regarding it causing pain/ discomfort in the wrist or the side of the body that is wearing it though?? I keep debating about getting one and main thing that stops me is I don't generally like wearing those type of watch straps...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Now see I think I would respond really well to this. I find it really helps me to actually see what I've burnt off, steps taken etc. Not particularly bothered about HR though as mines always been fine. It's my bday coming up so maybe I could ask for one x
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    VLCD and exersize

    Ok so no carbonara as have only just got home so have had an options hot choc instead (my treat of an eve sometimes) I have the day off tomorrow and have arranged to take my grandad for breakfast as used to do this once a week but have been working a lot these past few months so not been able...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Ooh I have been debating getting a fitbit for a while now. I love doing weights but hate that I have no idea of how much I'm burning etc. Would you recommend me getting one and any ideas on best one to get and prices? Xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    So went gym and for the first time I came out feeling bit crap really. Pretty much all the other ladies were slim, toned, tanned etc and then there was me! Not great and did make me wonder why Im bothering. Still only a moment so trying to move on and have my carbonara at the ready. Xx
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    I did quite well on sw before but like you gave it up as didn't like the person running the group, she spent the whole time talking about chocolate and used to bring in empty packets and boxes of sweets, cakes and crap basically! All very random and think she had real issues lol. Keep us posted...
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    xx Lotties second 28 day challenge xx

    of the infection is still there then defo get more antibiotics sweet. Good luck with the move on Saturday and glad you will have someone familiar nearby. Mm not sure how I would feel over having an ex staying over as it's still very early days of his counselling and as you said you are growing...
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    Feeling down :(

    have updated it now Hun. So am on day 2 after my weekend off. Have so far had strawberry shake and a lemon bar. Just waiting to pick little man up, home to get gym kit on, back to pick daughter up then off to do workout. Drop kids home and take carbonara over to my sisters to have for dinner...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    How's your day going DNinja? Run done yet? Xx
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    I will join you for your count down to your holiday if you want QB? Will help me to have a buddy to keep me on track, can't stand the guilt of letting someone down lol xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    Forgot to add I've started a 30 day plank challenge on mfp today too! Day 1 - 1min 20 secs
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    VLCD and exersize

    So had a weekend away with friends so other than swimming and playing on the beach no hard exercise. Was also off plan but mainly stuck to protein and salads although there was a few naughties in there lol. Back on plan yesterday, went gym and did 2 different routines of weights and 20 mins...
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks ladies Had the weekend off plan as was away with friends. Had steak and salad fri eve, chicken salad wrap for lunch sat, chicken salad for dinner sat and brunch and roast sun. Did have a few Pimms sat eve and some what i would class as naughties sat eve too but am back on it today! Been...
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    xx Lotties second 28 day challenge xx

    Hey lottie Do hope your tooth abscess is getting better? What's curve 30 day thingy? Xx
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Nearly forgot to HONK for today! Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks curveappeal. So day 4 in the bag, been gym for 90mins and survived an evening alone (well with kids) without eating out of boredom. Instead I spent half and hour on the phone to a friend, an hour on phone to my nan, painted my nails and caught up on greys anatomy. So could have gobbled a...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Wow now that's planning ninja lol Wish I was that organised and focused! Looking forward to seeing how you get on xx
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    Hope you have managed to get your letter written for the bride to be. And if she doesn't accept it an move on just remember you're the bigger and more grown up person. I think we all need to give ourselves a pat on the back sometimes instead of always outing ourselves down or feeling guilty all...
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    Feeling down :(

    thanks empathy and hi. Chin is up, it's raining horribly here today but am hoping this clears up as the day goes on. Hope I can stay strong today?? Xx
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    QB that sounds like a grand plan. I used to be exactly the same a few years ago, spent a lot of time holed up in my room hiding from the world and you are right as life really is too short plus I figured we only get one chance at it! Being married for last ten years me and hubby got stuck in a...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Well done ninja. You can do it! My goal is 11st8 for my birthday in June. And if I can get to around 11st that would be my lowest weight since I can't remember when! I just worry if I get there if I can maintain it though? Have a good day xx
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    Feeling down :(

    thanks curveappeal xx
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Hi moisy Hope you had a fab birthday? And well done for returning back to exante. I'm back on day 3 of restart as was off plan last week and had a gain to reflect this! Am hoping to have lost something at least by the end of this month however as long as my measurements have changed I'll be...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    I've been the same this eve so glugged a bottle of water and have gone to bed. Still have lingering headache but am on my way into ketosis as have that horrible metallic taste in my mouth. Just any block of sleep sounds good to me, lately I seem to wake up at 2.22am and again at 5.22am...
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    Exante WILL help me lose 3 stone

    Crikey I gained 4lbs last week just from totm binge eating over a few days lol. Hope your friend is getting better, a family friend of mine also had a stroke recently but thankfully she is now home. Still unbalanced mind but could have been so much worse especially as she's much older and only...
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    Dietninjas 21 Day Fix & SW Diary

    Glad it wasn't just me who couldn't log in, like you I rely on being able to be on here to get me through sometimes. Well done and is great to see your losses as I am on day 3 of restart but am not weighing till end of month. Can use your losses as a general guide lol xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Right am on day 3 of 100% and feeling ok other than slight headache. Went gym yesterday and having an evening off tonight. Tomorrow and fri will be my real test as always lots of goodies available in work so will have to keep myself busy as a distraction! Here's to day 4 xx
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk, Honk for day 2 & 3!
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    xx Lotties second 28 day challenge xx

    Don't think I've ever been 9st7 lol Am trying not to concentrate too much on my weight at end of month but more my measurements and body shape really. Trousers are feeling bigger and I got told the other day my bums in better shape!! So we shall see. Am loving the gym just wish I could go more...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    Ooh I feel your pain on the toothache front cherrybomb. Last year I had root canal and had an infection in my jaw bone. Was agony and although this stopped me from eating generally I developed a liking to sucking on chocolate! Not best choice but made me feel better :) Hope you have a lovely...
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    April challenge

    Honeyz were in May now lol. Could start a may thread though if you like? Xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    Thanks scan bran. Just going to take each day as I feel really as that way I've no promises to be breaking lol Have managed 2 days 100% so far though so will see how I do today. Been gym past 2 days too so plan on power walking with my dog this eve and will do gym again tomorrow as am away over...
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    9st 7lb PHOTO :)

    Lottie you are tiny Hun. Maybe concentrate on toning rather than weight loss? Will make all the difference x
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    xx Lotties second 28 day challenge xx

    Now I thought you didn't weigh for the whole 28 days missy? I have no intention of going anywhere near my scales after my binge this past week. Am still holding out for the end of the month so we shall see. Am glad you are happy where you are living even if it is only or a short term. Xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    Hmm well I was and then it all went terribly wrong. Have managed to be 100% today though so that's a start I didn't think I would do again lol. Let's see how many days I can go before I break again! Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Lottie there will be nothing left if you in a mo lol. I've actually managed to stick to my 3 packs today finally. Was starting to think if never manage it again! Not sure how long it will last and no real plan going on so just going to take each day as it comes I suppose. Am away this weekend...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    I can actually honk for today, lottie I do believe you would be proud of me lol xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so update. Have had an awful week food wise and even a few days off from exercising as been feeling really tired and with stomach ache. Dreaded totm appeared so not helping at all! Been really bad this month actually with pains etc so will be glad when it's done lol. So not really got a plan...
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    VLCD and exersize

    Thanks for this, have tried to have a read through but it keeps changing the darn link so keep having to go back and start again! Shall try again when I'm on the laptop maybe x
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    VLCD and exersize

    oh it being bank hol wasn't the problem Hun, it being daughters bday was though. Party, family gatherings, meals out have all been the problem! Almost made it to being a 100% day today but then nan wanted to go for dinner, hate saying no as she's always on her own in the evenings :( Only went...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    Ooh can I come stay in this hotel too please? Lol I know how you feel cherrybomb, I am also struggling to stay positive and complete a 100% day lately. Also find it hard seeing how well everyone else is doing and questioning why I can't seem to?? I've been out for a meal past 2 eves but have...
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    VLCD and exersize

    Thanks QB is good to know. Will be interesting if at the end of the month if I have lost any weight or at least inches especially as I am having a meal on training days. Although have just had the weekend off completely food wise so really need to get back on it today lol x
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    I'll pretty much use anything that works out cheapest lol. Do generally stick to exante but have used tesco etc in the past. Girls were good as gold really and daughter loved her surprise limo ride. Have spent a small fortune over the weekend and probably eaten my body weight in food so back on...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    ha I prob burnt around the same and had a Chinese and choc last night Hun. Was daughters 11th bday sleepover party and hey she's only 11 once right? Did get up and go gym again this morn and took dog for a jog around our local woods in hope this helps balance it out a bit lol. Still not going...
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    VLCD and exersize

    hey, I am far from being used to exercise lol I only started in march as have had health problems over the past 7 years that have prevented me from committing to a gym etc. am loving it though and have to say I don't seem to have a problem with energy as always feel like I have loads more when...
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so have been having a low cal evening meal which has been around 300-400 cals but have not been having my 3rd pack. Past 2 days haven't been great though food wise, again it's the emotional trigger that does it. Me as hubby still not getting on and just seems to make me rebel!!!!! I have to...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    Ooh cherry bomb ditching the scales is a fab move so well done. I'm also planning on not weighing till end of May so we can do this together if you like? Like you I tend to have a low cal evening meal and seems to generally be around 300-400 cals. Actually struggled to eat it a last night too...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Hope today goes well for you Jayne. Is always difficult to restart. Sparkley hope the harcombe diet is going well? So I've prob only had one 100% day in the past week. But am ok with this as I have now made a plan that on gym training days I have a protein packed evening meal to help my...
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    Feeling down :(

    Fab thanks for the advice scanbran. So at least I'm on the right tracks! Yes lottie I think you should be adding some protein and some salad or veg with it maybe. None of these foods will do you any harm sweet x
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    Anyone in the 11s trying to get into the 10s?

    Have been in the 11's for past week or so, so am happy to now join the group. Last weighed Sunday and was 11.13 so only just scraping in but I intend on seeing this go down over the next month. Am doing a 28 day no weigh challenge to myself so won't be able to update for another 26 days...
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so have taken a bit of an ear bashing not only from people at work but also instructors at the gym. So have come to an agreement that on days I work out I will have a calorie controlled meal and on days I don't go gym I'll just have my 3 shakes/packs a day. Apparently good is required after...
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    Feeling down :(

    Well made it through day one, here's to day two! Xx
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Yippee I can actually honk for today! Xx
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    VLCD and exersize

    OK so I know this has probably been discussed before but I need some advice on this please? I have set myself a 28 day challenge of sticking to shakes and no weighing after seeing how well someone else on here has done with this recently. However I do much more exercise than I used to. I will...
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    April challenge

    Right so I have updated, as of today I have set myself a 28 day challenge. This will include no weighing so won't be able to update for end of April. I look forward to seeing everyone else's losses though and good luck xx Slimwannabe - SW - 12st 4lbs, CW - 11st 13loss so far- 5lbs, target loss...
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    Feeling down :(

    Oh lottie i thought you were in a flat now? Didn't realise you have had to leave again you poor thing. Sending big hugs and you are doing amazing so don't ever forget that!! So I have weighed..... My start weight is 11st13 so at least I'm still in the 11's after my mess up over the weekend...
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    Feeling down :(

    i do hope so lottie. Have told hubby from tomorrow he has to hide the scales from me lol Not sure why but feeling back in control even though I had food today? I can do this I am sure. Hope you and babs are ok xx
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    Feeling down :(

    So after a rather out of control Saturday eve I feel better today about things. Been gym, cooked dinner, took kids swimming, been shopping, done housework and everything inbetween. Phew!! Did have a roast dinner today but weighed and calorie counted on mfp and have had 630 calories (this...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Think I'll be relying on miniminions support to get me through it then lol Have failed miserably this eve by eating my body weight in crap yet again! Again because of boredom plus hubby has gone out for his bday so just me and kids here. There is a million things I could have been doing but...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    It's interesting to know others suffer with all different types of eating issues. I wouldn't necessarily say I binge eat but I do sneak food and eat it quick before getting caught. I say food but it's always chocolate I do this with ( hangs head in shame). It sounds so much worse when you...
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    April challenge

    Slimwannabe - SW - 12st 4lbs, CW - 11st 12.8 loss so far- 5lbs 12ozs, target loss 10lbs, still to go - 4lbs 4ozs (I have no idea)! Susie58 - SW - 13st 13lbs, CW - 13st 9lbs loss so far- 4lbs, target loss 8lbs, still to go - 4bs (working solutions) Jayne33: SW - 17st 11lbs, CW - 17st 8.5lbs...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    If your natural body weight is quite small anyway then you should be fine doing what you are doing. And I also feel so much better when on exante rather than actual food as always make the wrong choices etc so end up with the incorrect balance of food areas like carbs, fats etc. Am gonna go for...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Be careful though sweet, you will need to think about reintroducing food at some point xx
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Urm lottie are you doing another 28 days challenge on exante for yourself? Xx
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    wow sparkley that's a great loss considering you are eating too. Be fab if you could post some of the things you are eating as an example maybe? I need to find something to move onto once I get this last stone off!! Xx
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Exactly what I was thinking lol x
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Hey bizzle I am also away on 15th may with a friend and our kids to the caravan for the weekend. Which always involves lots of food etc. not sure how I'm going to get around this one however I'm intending on not weighing for the 28 days so guess I'll have time to redeem myself? Xx
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Right lottie I think you have actually spurred me on to attempt a 28 day no weighing 3 a day challenge! In the next few weeks I have 2 x bdays and an engagement party which is on the 9th may. My bday is 12 June so am thinking of starting 11 may through to my bday? Can i do this?? Am currently...
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    Feeling down :(

    Ha I took 2 as I remember the last time I needed them on vlcd I took one and had no affect so had to take 2 the following night. Definitely needed it though as tummy has gone right down now. Managed a bit of tea this eve but haven't been able to drink much all day and slept this avo. Attempting...
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    Feeling down :(

    Omg had a night from hell last night. Took some dulcolax and from about 1am couldn't leave the bathroom. Stomach cramps were the worst, popped into town this morn but was a quick dash as spent more time trying to find a loo. Was afraid to drink anything whilst out so glad to be back home now...
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    Feeling down :(

    I do hope so lottie. Another day home with the bit tomorrow as not allowed in school for 48 hours when sick, even though he is fine again now! So trip to town to get me some new underwear as is desperately needed lol Hoping to have enough energy for a trip to the gym too in the eve maybe...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Well done lottie and very much deserved too. Happy birthday for tomorrow sweet xxx
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    Feeling down :(

    Nope and to add to it my boy woke up this morning and was sick all over my bed after eating a bit of weetabix. Not easy to wash out is weetabix!! So day 2 of feeling rubbish and no gym. Diet completely out of the window and just feel like I'm spiralling out of control at the mo with everything...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Good luck for tomorrow's wi Hun. Hopefully it might spur me on to actually sort myself out and get back in the zone??? Xx
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    Happy wedding anniversary Hun. Enjoy your meal xx
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    Feeling down :(

    The sun is out and I'm planning a day in bed :( Been up with stomach cramps and feeling queasy all night so day off work in bed I think is in order. Don't have any dulcolax in the house as have it to my sister. Might have to see if I can get it back lol xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so not the best weekend food wise but did do 1hr40 mins worth of power walking sat and and hour 40 in the gym this morning! Along with an 8 hour work shift and a few hours spent helping a friend paint her daughters bedroom this eve. Plan to be back on track tomorrow and really want to get...
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    April challenge

    Well after my gain last week (week off) loss for this brings me to 2 loss additional. Slimwannabe - SW - 12st 4lbs, CW - 12st 0.8ozs loss so far- 4lbs, target loss 10lbs, still to go - 6lbs (I have no idea)! Susie58 - SW - 13st 13lbs, CW - 13st 9lbs loss so far- 4lbs, target loss 8lbs, still...
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    Feeling down :(

    Weighed again this morning and still the same. Means I've pretty much lost nothing in a whole week. Well about 2lbs from my week away gain so brings me back to where I was before going away. Thinking maybe I should take some dulcolax? Not really been all week if you get me lol But got a sneaky...
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    Feeling down :(

    No it didn't as apparently the smaller stores don't stock them! So went m&s and bought a small pack cooked chicken and a ceasar salad pot. Took the croutons out, had half of the ceasar dressing and didn't eat all of the cos lettuce as was full. Then bought a protein shake to have on the way...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Can't honk as went to work without my shakes etc. stayed low carb and had chicken ceasar salad and a protein shake instead. Will hopefully honk tomorrow x
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    I actually love feeling cold, energetic and not hungry as I know I'm well on my way to blitzing the fat then lol. Well done and keep going xx
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    Wow you sure have a lot of weddings going on lol Thankfully I just have 1 engagement party this year then 2 family weddings in 2017. I am having a bad day already as came to work and forgot my shake and bar!! So went tesco thinking they do their own range but only in the main stores...
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    Feeling down :(

    Bad bad day ahead for me. Just on school run and realised I've not put my shake and bar in my bag :( Back up plan is to stop at tesco and buy 2 of theirs to get me through the day! Stupidly weighed again this morn and still hovering at 12st08ozs. So close yet so far! Hope you have fun at the...
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    Feeling down :(

    Not sure how I feeling today really. Am tired, headachy, tummy rumbling, Metallicy taste in mouth and generally feeling rubbish. So much so I even got the bus in to work today instead of my usual power walk and my mum picked me up so no real exercise at all today :( Am hoping a days rest from...
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    We can do it together Hun, I also tend to let myself down over the weekends which is why I can't get below the next stone mark but I have this engagement party on the 9th May and really want to blitz some of this fat! I've been going gym 5-6 times a week for past 6 weeks and strangely I fell...
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    I can only dream of getting to what was your start weight lottie as can't seem to get past 12st these past few weeks!! Have fun at the gym tomorrow xx
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    What a woman you are lottie! And I totally agree with you, I have spent much of my time recently thinking how I do better living on my own even though hubby and I have lived together for past 14 or so years lol Am not surprised you are feeling overprotected for your little man so just trust...
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    Well done for being back on track, in also on day 3 of restart. Wasn't going I weigh till the last day of the month but decided to yesterday as I just needed to know how bad the damage was from my week away and off plan. Damage not as bad as I expected as was 12st02lbs before I went and...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    Well done cherrybomb sounds like you've got it sussed! I'm on day 3 of restart as had a week off where naturally I ate anything and everything so good to be back on plan (even with the headaches for past 2 days) lol x
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Wow well done lottie. Another honk from me x
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for today!
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    Starting today.

    I have had tea and coffee all the way through doing this diet. Even treat myself to an options got chocolate drink sometimes and this has never affected my losses. Don't think I would survive being on a vlcd without my hot drinks inbetween! X
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    xx Lottie's 28 day challenge! xx

    Aw lottie really sounds like your being put through it at the mo. Good to hear you are staying focused on you and baby and that the ex is at least seeking help. Never easy bringing up baby alone, been there and done that myself. Although I've been married for ten years I do sometimes wonder if...
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    Feeling down :(

    You have to go lottie!!! It will do you the world of good and really help with being a mood booster trust me. Don't think I would have got through the past month or so without having the gym in my life lol. Downside to going caravan is no wifi :( Oh and I always end up eating (and far too...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    I can finally honk!
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    Feeling down :(

    Hi lottie Terrible week food wise whilst away. Daren't go anywhere near the scales and now plan on avoiding them till the end of the month! Day one in the bag for restart though and have been gym this eve. Most mornings whilst I was away I was up early for a power walk/ run with the dog...
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    I'll go with ya Hun. Also fell spectacularly off the wagon this past week whilst away. Back on it today and day one in the bag, come on we can do this! Xx
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    April challenge

    Slimwannabe - SW - 12st 2lbs, CW - 12st 2lbs loss so far- 2lbs, target loss 10lbs, still to go - 8lbs (I have no idea)! Susie58 - SW - 13st 13lbs, CW - 13st 13llbs loss so far- 0lbs, target loss 8lbs, still to go - 8lbs (working solutions) Jayne33: SW - 17st 11lbs, CW - 17st 8.5lbs, Loss so...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Thanks Jayne and moisy. No not managed a 100% day since but not being too hard on myself either. Have been doing a lot of walking and gym most days, am due to weigh on sun so we shall see if I've lost anything. Tbh I'm feeling rather bloated but totm is leering and I don't seem to be going...
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    Match 2015 starters

    I sometimes have a chicken Caesar salad or something similar and doesn't seem to affect me too much. I also treat myself to an options hot choc some eves if I fancy it. Tiggy go and enjoy your weekend away with hubby. Make the best choices available and don't be afraid to ask them to adapt the...
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    Match 2015 starters

    gretagrip if you click on quote on tiggys missing message it brings it up that way lol x
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    Match 2015 starters

    Tiggy your messages never seem to load properly?? I'm also having one of those weeks though Hun. Feel very grumpy, then find myself off plan or basically sabotaging myself. Sooo frustrating! Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks ladies. She's bearing up ok. Just feel bad as when she kind of needs me around the most I've been having to work 6 day weeks so haven't been around at all. Don't even have enough money to do any thing with the kids either so is really getting me down lately. Still not had a 100% day...
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    Feeling down :(

    Ugh failed miserably lol Caesar salad didn't happen but 2 x crumpets with peanut butter did! Had fab night out (lots of cocktails and jäger bombs)! Then sun hubby did us stew with French stick. Couldn't eat this though but did eat another 2 x crumpets with peanut butter in the early hours when...
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    Match 2015 starters

    that would be TS (total solution) willpowerwoman. I've also be doing TS bit have had the occasional day/weekend off if there have been events or occasions. Still gotta live lol. I'm really hoping to be in the 11's by sun. Would be soooo pleased if I am. So working today and tomorrow but will...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Well done for getting back on track Jayne. I fall off again last night. I know my trigger is if I row with hubby and he's out of the house. I just can't seem to control myself so end up indulging. Don't know why I do it either as always makes me feel bad :( Oh well it's done now so back on...
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    Match 2015 starters

    Welcome to keri and willpower woman. Minimins is a great tool for keeping you on track especially when your having a weak moment. Willpower woman you should easily lose 2+st in 12 weeks if you stick to plan. You will be past 1st goal in no time :) Good luck ladies xx
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    Downside to having kids!!!!!

    ugh I already weakened last night. Was just having one of those days. You know due on, row with hubby, alone and bored. A whole host of things really. Should be fine now though for the rest of the week as am super busy every day and eve with work and gym :) Although do have a family do on...
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    Downside to having kids!!!!!

    Yeah it does but doesn't really seem to affect my losses. Have had the odd few days here and there in the past month off where I have eaten carbs etc and still lost 13lbs and 8 inches so am not too worried. Would rather slow it down a little as is more attainable then. Lost 5st in 4 mths on...
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    Downside to having kids!!!!!

    now that is the question lol So hard as it's my major weakness! Have been working hard at the gym several times a week so if I slip up am hoping this will balance it out a bit! Xx
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    Total Solution Back again... to attempt my ultimate goal to get to 9st for my 30th

    Hi crazyladyA I'm also away for a week over Easter next week. Part of me is dreading it as never drink as much as I should when out and about( always worry there's no toilet close by), I already know I'll end up eating rubbish at some point but my biggest hurdle is not being able to go to the...
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    Downside to having kids!!!!!

    My house ifsfull of Easter eggs! Help me!!! Ok so my nemesis is chocolate, I can happily eat this for breakfast, dinner and tea. Am really not sure how on earth I am going to cope with having all this chocolate in the house, any ideas how I can get through this??? Xx
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Sparkley it's most probably all water content and you should lose most of that 7lbs gain within a few days back on track Hun. I gained 3lbs from my weekend off and had loads to drink. I've also eaten a fair bit this week too so was well justified. Been back on it 1day and have lost a pound so...
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    April challenge

    Slimwannabe - SW - 12st 2lbs, CW - 12st 2lbs loss so far- lbs, target loss 10lbs, still to go - none
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    March Challenge

    Annoyingly gained 2lb over my weekend off but well justified :) still hit 13lbs and 8inches so am happy with that. Here's to April xx SheridanLM91 - SW - 11st 1.2lbs; CW - 11st 1.2lbs; Loss so far - 0lbs; Target Loss - 12lbs; Still to go - 12lbs. Slimwannabe - SW - 13st 1.2lbs, CW - 12st...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for yesterday x
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    Match 2015 starters

    Hey everyone. Well it's the last day of march and my total loss is 13lbs and 8inches. Was 15lbs but gained 2 over the weekend as went out drinking etc so had the weekend off lol Back on plan now though so here's to April!!! Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    thanks crazyladyA. My whole day has been surrounded by food and I weakened to it. However am not going to beat myself up over it as is 1st day I have done that in past 4 weeks. Back on it tomorrow although will have a chicken Caesar salad for tea before I go out as won't be able to drink...
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    Feeling down :(

    ah fantastic gla you got your gym membership Hun. Gonna decline on the 28 day challenge as am out tomorrow eve and what with Easter and us going away week after next am bound to have at least some chicken and salad one eve so don't want to set myself up to fail as I know this will affect my mood...
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    Feeling down :(

    Well what a sh!t day I've had. Just feeling so angry with life sometimes right now and even more at hubby for the complete lack of support! So mad today I ate: 1 Yorker button, handful twirl bites and 2 x Maryland cookies. I don't even like cookies!! Having a total I feel far day too which...
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    Feeling down :(

    So good day yesterday although not 100% as took heartbroken daughter for some retail therapy and dinner. Tried to be good and had a chicken Asian salad so hopefully not too much damage if any. I have done 2 x 30mins power walks so far today plus 8 hour work shift so shattered already but am...
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    Match 2015 starters

    Ha I've managed to go from being a daily weigher to a mid week then weekly weigher. Always get a little obsessed when I'm close being in the next stone down! As I am now. Had a cheeky mid week weigh in and STS since sun! Am 12 exactly and am desperate to see the 11's!!! Xx
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    Match 2015 starters

    Hi am I ok to join pls? Only just seen this thread :) I restarted 1st march at 13st1.2lbs. Have so far lost 15lbs to date so will see if I lose anymore by the end of the month. Am out this weekend so as I will be drinking will make myself a grilled chicken salad I think. How is everyone else...
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    Feeling down :(

    Feeling bit down today. Been feeling tired too which doesn't help. Still been good and am about to head off the the gym in a mo. I will get this jelly belly under control! X Gym done! Dealing with a heartbroken 18yr old daughter as her 1st proper boyfriend finished with her yesterday. I don't...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for today x
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks sweet xx
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Ha honk for yesterday again xx
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    Day 4 of exante. Feel & look bloated

    Strange as I always look and feel so much better when on vlcd. Guess this proves how little vitamins and minerals I get when actually eating! X
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    Anyone in the 12s wanting to get into the 11s?

    Am currently 12st exactly so am hoping to be in the 11's by next weeks weigh in x
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks crazy lady am so pleased as was only aiming for 12lbs really and still another week to go. Though this is usually the STS week annoyingly. Was going to stop once I'd finished current packs but have ordered another months worth. Should have enough now to take me to first week of May as...
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    Feeling down :(

    So yesterday's hangover took me all day to get over lol. Struggled to have anything but did manage 2 x packs but no where near enough water! Got a very busy week ahead as working for next 6 days!! Roll on Sunday for a day of ready again. Although am out again sat night for friends birthday, oh...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    I keep honking a day late, so a honk again for yesterday. Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Yes I did and have to say felt amazing. For the first time in years I wore an above the knee leather skirt with a glitzy black v neck vest top. Was good yesterday as had shake for brekki. Then took kids swimming and had a chicken Caesar salad (minus croutons and dressing on the side). Had salad...
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    March Challenge

    Am so please, lost 5.4lbs this week taking me over my target loss and nearly into the 11's x SheridanLM91 - SW - 11st 1.2lbs; CW - 11st 1.2lbs; Loss so far - 0lbs; Target Loss - 12lbs; Still to go - 12lbs. Slimwannabe - SW - 13st 1.2lbs, CW - 12st 0.2lbs loss so far- 15.2lbs, target loss...
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks lottie. Funny really as your current weight is past my goal weight really so I'll always be fatter lol I already feel better in myself but know I can't afford to slack off just yet so will have to beg borrow and plead so I can buy some more packs. Annoyingly they have stopped selling the...
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    Feeling down :(

    So yesterday was a pretty manic day but got loads of stuff done. Going through some personal stuff lately so keeping myself busy and for 1st time in my life the stress is actually putting me off food (I normally can't stop eating due to stress) so thank goodness for exante products! Am...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for me for yesterday!
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Aw lottie you have a lot going on but will all be for the better so just remember that. I can honk for today too xx
  154. S

    Feeling down :(

    This is why I've never advertised to sell or swap on here. Big no no lol x
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    You will be fine smidge as long as you stick to low carbs. Good luck for the rest of the week and stick with it. Xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Thanks cavegirl am already on the fb pages xx
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    Feeling down :(

    I love decorating too, am often reprinting one room or another lol Hope the weather stays dry for when your moving your stuff xx
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    Feeling down :(

    How did the house move go lottie? Shucks carpets and the like can all come in time sweet. Been there myself with literally nothing! Amazing what you can do when you put your mind to it that's for sure. I've not really tried many of the other packs, got a fair few spag Bol and cottage pies packs...
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    Feeling down :(

    Doing well today porridge for breakfast, just had bar for lunch (late I know) been gym and will have carbonara later for tea. Looking forward to Sundays weigh in already! Xx
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Have a good day smidge. Mine has started having to shout at my 6 year old (seems to think he can whine/winge to get his own way lately) Could have done with a duvet day today I think but hey go off to work i go xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Ooh house move always exciting and defo a work out in itself. I have a garden front back and one side of my house and I hate it lol. Not a fan of gardening, just find it too time consuming!! Will they give you a gym membership in prescription at you weight? Thought it was only prescribed if you...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for today Well done smidge xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Hey lottie How's things? Getting better I hope? I don't get to swim as much these days. Do take he kids every sat but I only get a few lengths in whilst little one queues for the slide when it come on lol. Refuse to put floats on him now so gotta watch him in case he decides to drown himself...
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    Feeling down :(

    They do say 30mins several times a week is enough so should be fine. I have to pay bridge fare each time I go over to the gym so always think it's a waste for just half an hour. Like to get my money's worth lol xx
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Hey smidge. I've been off plan today due to Mother's Day and kids wanted to make me a cooked brekki. Went gym 1st thing though and stuck to protein rather than carbs so hopefully should be okish lol. Then had coffee with vanilla shake for tea. Back on plan tomorrow though. Hope everyone else is...
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    Feeling down :(

    Hey smidge. I am currently 12st4.2 so 5lbs would take me into the 11's. This should be doable in the next 2 weeks :) I do an hour mon, hour tue plus 45mins in spa, hour thurs, spin class fri and take kids swimming on the sat (although I don't really get to swim much) oh and if I wake early on...
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    Feeling down :(

    So 3lbs loss this week, week 2 is never as good as week one but does bring me to 11lbs loss so far for march. I will be in the 11's by the end of march if it kills me lol. Been gym this morn and just had a grilled cooked breakfast made for me for Mother's Day. Minus any major carbs so hopefully...
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    March Challenge

    3lbs loss this week. Not as great as first but am hoping for a whoosh for next weeks! SheridanLM91 - SW - 11st 1.2lbs; CW - 11st 1.2lbs; Loss so far - 0lbs; Target Loss - 12lbs; Still to go - 12lbs. Slimwannabe - SW - 13st 1.2lbs, CW - 12st 4.2lbs loss so far- 11.2lbs, target loss 12lbs...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Hey smidge Welcome back. Am in no doubt we have all fallen off the wagon for one reason or another, the important thing is your back in so keep going and am sure those jeans will be fitting you real soon x
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    Feeling down :(

    Glad to hear you are feeling better today crazyladyA, I've had probably one of the most stressful days ever resulting in me only having a porridge and one shake. Not enough water/fluids and some chicken and a bit of broccoli (so not a honk for me today). Did do an hour in the gym yesterday and...
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    Food week!

    I have done before (did 4.5 months on Cambridge yrs ago and 2mths on exante) but then I suppose if you actually follow the plan then maybe you have more success of the weight you lose actually staying off. I will be out of packs by April so will have to go back to eating which I am dreading! X
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    Food week!

    Oh lottie it really does sound like you have been through an awful lot. I'm in a bit if a predicament at the mo with housing too. Currently live in a rented house which is my sisters but due to we circumstance change she now needs to either sell up or move into this house. I don't have a deposit...
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    Feeling down :(

    Just make sure you are drinking plenty of water and it should help flush out the bloatedness Hun. Just finishing my totm thankfully and actually got through it ok this month, no real cravings just a bit temperamental with my mood lol. Prob best not to weigh every day anyway. Once a week is...
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    last 2 letters = first 2 letters

    Weather
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    Feeling down :(

    welcome crazyladyA. Hope day 2 has been ok for you. 1st week is always the hardest I think, glad to be past it as feel like not eating and doing the shakes is the only thing I am in control of right now xx
  176. S

    Feeling down :(

    Thanks serialslimmer and I know what you are saying is right. Got to take the bad days with the good and tbh I do get more good days now I'm in a routine with it x
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    Feeling down :(

    So been 100% again today and have managed to stay away from the scales. Also been gym today and done lots of running around in general plus work today so busy day all in all. Here's to tomorrow xx
  178. S

    Feeling down :(

    Well survived the day but am feeling really crappy. Am thinking an early night is in order! Have decided to only weigh weekly now though so to stop me getting on the scales each morning I have a good glug of water as soon as I wake up. Hate weighing after eating or drinking so this is enough to...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk for today!
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    Advice needed please?

    Thanks lottie. Well I survived. Are my bar as soon as I got out and glugged a load of water lol. Just sat with a cuppa now, oh how I've missed a coffee lol x
  181. S

    Advice needed please?

    Anyone???? Really need some support and help to get me through this day! Xx
  182. S

    Advice needed please?

    So tomorrow I have a scan appointment at 5.20pm and I am not allowed to eat or drink for 6 hours before. Now the not eating isn't a problem but not being able to drink water after 11.20am especially whilst in work is going to kill me. How and what do I do to keep myself full beforehand and not...
  183. S

    Feeling down :(

    Aw slim4life. Hope your back on the wagon today and any harm done will be undone by tomorrow Hun. Hope your feeling better today. Did gym and dog walk but not the swimming to as totm appeared after gym this morn. Even more pleased with my weight loss amount considering I was also due on! Xx
  184. S

    Feeling down :(

    Ok so it's Sunday morning and WI day for me. 8lbs down so prob the best 1st weeks loss I've ever had! Gym done so gonna head home in a bit to walk the dog. Then take kids swimming but later on. I will get this weight off lol. Have a good day all xxx
  185. S

    March Challenge

    1st weeks weigh in and am 8lbs down! Very happy with that x SheridanLM91 - SW - 11st 1.2lbs; CW - 11st 1.2lbs; Loss so far - 0lbs; Target Loss - 12lbs; Still to go - 12lbs. Slimwannabe - SW - 13st 1.2lbs, CW - 12st 7.2lbs loss so far- 8lbs, target loss 12lbs, still to go - 4lbs Susie58 - SW...
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    Feeling down :(

    Day 7 - been good today. Bar for brekki as had after me and kids had been swimming. Shake for lunch and carbonara for tea this eve. Feeling shattered due to hubby's snoring and just got some other stressy things going on right now. Can't seem to switch off so lack of sleep isn't helping...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Honk from me for today xx
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    Food week!

    Hey lottie Thought I'd respond to honk messages on this thread as think the honk thread is meant for just honks lol. Must be hard with your children being so far away Hun? And also being on your own with your little one now? I was a single mum for a few years when I had my first. My kids are...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    No honk for yesterday but will honk for today as will not falter! Mine always used to wake themselves up when getting too big for basket/cot as used to flinch in tier sleep and hit the sides. Hope you get accom sorted out soon Hun, have been there myself and isn't much fun :( Chicken wouldn't...
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    Feeling down :(

    Day 6- although only half way through just wanted to post I weighed the same this morn thankfully. Haven't had anything yet today as am waiting for my floors to dry so I can have my porridge lol Off to either do a spin class or gym workout this eve too so will report back tomorrow now. Hope...
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    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Sleeping bag should help keep him in place a little more lottie. Used the bag on my youngest 2 and worked a dream till they started walking as still managed to get up, walk and climb in them lol. I know you weigh daily. What day would be your weekly wi as mine is Sunday xx
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    Feeling down :(

    I breast fed all 3 of mine and the youngest for the longest and ended up fatter after him than his sisters! He fed constantly so don't think it helped I pretty much couldn't move for 9 months after having him lol Have had something go wrong health wise pretty much every year since having him...
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    Feeling down :(

    hi lottie I've got carbonara off to a t now and love it.i am also generally an all or nothing especially when it comes to food which is why I've spent all day feeling guilty for the salad! Never thought of the tetley half and half so might be worth a try. Do they do it in decaf? Although I only...
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    Feeling down :(

    hey slim4life61 am hoping not but shall see on sun I suppose. And yes feeling rather guilty but it was heavenly lol. Yuck on the green tea, tried to persevere with it before but just couldn't get used to it. Just about to have a coffee as vanilla shake so only had the Caesar salad and one shake...
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    last 2 letters = first 2 letters

    Yeast
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    Feeling down :(

    thank you lottie. Starting to feel a bit better now. 3x grilled chicken strips, cos lettuce and a bit of Caesar dressing and shavings of Parmesan. Hoping te damage isn't too bad. Still got till sun for 1st weeks wi so we shall see. Will defo be prepared with a bar next thurs just completely...
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    Feeling down :(

    Ok so feel like I've completely messed up today. Have been to the gym for 1.5 hrs then 45mins in the spa area. Just showered and what not but am completely shaky and forgot to grab a bar or shake. Not able to drive as feel quite sick despite all the water I'm glugging. So have got myself a...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Really does sound amazing sparkley. Shall have to do some reading up on this harcombe diet and am very much looking forward to seeing if you oh has a weight loss. Can't believe you're managing to eat sometimes as still lose weight? I'm on day 5 of ts'ing. STS this morning :( I know I shouldn't...
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    am i doing it right

    Hi I have also done Cambridge daw years ago and definitely prefer exante as has so much more choice. Although I do tend to stick to the same everyday as just buy the winter warmer lack plus a box of 50 vanilla shakes to have with coffee (tastes like a latte so yummy)! Xx
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    Food week!

    Hi lottie I have read others posts where they have done 1 day a week or do it as a 5:2 diet and seems to work for them x
  201. S

    HONK if you were 100% today!!!

    Just about to finish day 4 100% so a honk, honk, honk, honk from me xx
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    Feeling down :(

    hi slim4life61 I started out today feeling so positive and now quite the opposite. Feel so tired all of a sudden and just down generally. Hubby isn't due home till late this eve and hate being on my own as that's when I get bored as eat!! So am gonna pick kids up and take them to see their great...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Wow this harcombe diet sounds amazing and delicious. Am definitely interested to see how you OH gets on with his WI I am also looking for something to move onto when I get to goal for maintenance so could be an option x
  204. S

    Feeling down :(

    Day 3 - (yesterday) Ok so good day. Trying to use up shakes I don't like in work, mint choc and toffee and caramel yuck! Everyone moans when I have mint choc as it smells like damp dog/wet carpets lol. But definitely tastes better than the toffee and caramel (actually gagged with this one...
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    last 2 letters = first 2 letters

    Poetry
  206. S

    Non-Food treats! what do u all do?!

    do it do it lol walking is great, I used to love power walking with the pram. They do a mums and buggies training sessions at my local park. See them all jogging/power walking through the park and they stop at field and use babies as their weights to tone arms etc. looks fab and loads of fun...
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    Feeling down :(

    thanks lottie, well a bottle minus one glass as my son knocked it over!! I don't normally drink but was feeling sorry for myself, bored, hubby was out so had all the excuses I needed really. But no hangover thankfully :) I have also lost 5 at on Cambridge before some years ago but then fell ill...
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    Non-Food treats! what do u all do?!

    is difficult especially when money's an issue. I've rejoined a gym but a family orientated one so I can take the kids for classes/activities too. (Stops me feeling guilty as not leaving them at home all the time)! Eve with a friend for a girlie catch up maybe? New magazine or get you head into a...
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    firstly hi, you can do especially if you stick to plan. I am on day 2 and the dreaded headache started already today. Did 7 miles on bike today and that seems to have helped me push through it. Here's to a headache free day tomorrow lol xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Day 2 - so another good day all in all. Really wanted to nibble on a slice of ham earlier but was frozen so couldn't. Just had my shake instead :) My daughter and her friend have started a kids cycle class for 30mins each mon so used my waiting time on a bike myself and managed to do 7miles...
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    Motivated & Proud!

    well done, that's is a huge achievement in itself for sure. In te past I have also sat in macci ds, or with friends and family and watched them eat. Always find it seems to make them feel more uncomfortable than I do lol x
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    Jessica's Journey to Size 10 Skinny Jeans

    hey cherrybomb, how are you getting on since your restart this week? I am on day 1 of restart and am already dreading days 3-7 as I know these are always the worst for me. Not sure if you have already joined but there is a march challenge thread set up, I find this helps to keep me focused as I...
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    Feeling down :(

    Thank you Sheridan that really means a lot. Day 1 - so far so good. Took my son swimming and were there for 2 1/2 hours in the pool! Had a bar when we got out as my breakfast and am about to have a shake now for late lunch. Got the carbonara at the ready for dinner later. Feel shattered but...
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    March Challenge

    thanks Sheridan, think I am going need all the support I can get this time xx
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    Feeling down :(

    Since my operation last nov my weight has been slowly creeping back up and I hate it. Feel like I have lost all control and food has become my enemy! Ate my body weight last night washed down with a bottle of wine (I rarely drink)! This morning this has tipped me into the next stone category and...
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    March Challenge

    Ok so my turn. A miserable weigh in but my own fault as ate enough for the whole of my street last night plus a bottle of wine. This has tipped me into the next stone category making my start weight 13.1.2 :( This will be gone!!!! Xx SheridanLM91 - SW -; CW -; Loss so far -; Target Loss -...
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    March Challenge

    Would love to join this challenge please? Aiming to be 100% throughout March and would like to lose at least 12lbs. Am also starting the gym Sunday, so am hoping exercise will help with toning the loose skin lol. Am also going to be doing my measurements as I know when I exercise I tend to lose...
  218. S

    February Challenge

    Hi I am waiting for marchs challenge to open and shall be joining this for sure! I have a family engagement party in May and a dress I am determined to get back Into!!! Xx
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    anyone have roughly 2 stone to lose?

    Hey I am also currently at 12.11. Keep losing a few pounds then regaining again. Been this weight since I came back from holiday in sept. Am going to dedicate myself to doing a march challenge I think as I know once I agree to do something g and make it public I am determined to stick to it...
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    A fresh Start

    Argh I don't know why I'm doing this to myself as it feels like torture somedays. See to do well all day then get to the eve once everyone is in bed and just can't help myself! Have so far lost my 5lb Christmas gain but still need to get off the other 5lbs gained after my op. Am really trying...
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    A fresh Start

    hey, think you will know when you are definitely ready as the determination is just there if that makes sense? I know I have attempted over and over again. Pretty much like this week as did great mon-fri then sat and sun eves biscuits fell into my mouth lol But all is fine as tomorrow's another...
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    Happy new year all x

    Hi petal You are so right there really never is a good time. Just glad this time round I've lost it more gradually and worked on maintaining rather than losing lots and regaining as I have done before. Have 2 family weddings in 2017 so would love to have another 2 stone off and in maintenance...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    hi moisy funny as I also stick to what I know. Have a choice of plain porridge, banana/strawberry/vanilla shakes, choc orange and raisin bars ad carbonara for tea. Always add a slice of ham or turkey to the carbonara, add coffee to vanilla shakes and have all shakes hot. Yummy and warm in your...
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    yes all on exante hon. Did Cambridge few yrs ago and lost 5st in 4mths. Fell I'll and gained all rather quickly so wanted to do it in smaller chunks and maintain before tackling the next chunk! Well done to everyone still going strong x
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    02/01/15 Starters! Whoes with me????? :)

    Hi all I am also restarting after the Xmas period although I am away for long weekend in few weeks so will be off plan for that. I have managed to lose and keep off 2st last year and 2st the previous year and maintained so am hoping for the final 2 to be off by the end of this year. Fingers...
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    Happy new year all x

    I new year and I really want to get the last bit of this weight off if I can. Don't want to dedicate myself to anything till after jan though as am off to Prague later this month. Am hoping there will be some challenges I can join from there onwards. Already have a meal booked out for 13...
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    A fresh Start

    Hey supernova. Hope you had a nice Xmas and new year. How's it all going? We for me I (as most ppl I hope) over indulged over Xmas and had a whopping 5lb gain on top of the 5lbs gain from after my op so am tryin to start the new year as I mean to go on. Attempted restart last week and failed...
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    Hey ladies Well not been great since having op. Have managed a few odd days 100% but have pretty much eaten my weight in chocolate (oh my downfall) Have managed to stay at 12st2ozs though so am happy I haven't gained. Still not completely recovered though and this is getting me down a bit...
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    Anyone in the 12s wanting to get into the 11s?

    Ha know the feeling I'm .2 above 12st. Just can't seem to get below it though!! Xx
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    Thanks ladies. Will keep you posted in a few days x
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    Weighed this morning and a loss of 1.2lbs bringing me to 12.0.2 So close to the 11's it's killing me lol On the down side my blumming tooth ache has returned. Emergency dentists today and if it continues after my op tomorrow the tooth removal it will be finally!
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    New to vlcd Exante day 3!

    im on exante hon. Think I could have dealt with a small loss but a STS always hits hard lol Good luck for your wi x
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    New to vlcd Exante day 3!

    Hi Hope I am ok to join in this thread? Was reading how you all also seem to struggle sometimes on vlcd. I am currently feeling deflated after a 6lbs loss on my first week and a STS for 2nd week. Was rally hoping for any kind of loss but to lose absolutely nothing is unbelievable! Going to...
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    A fresh Start

    Hey supernova where are you? Did my wi today and STS as I guessed I would. Never lose in the second week really. In fact usually after a big loss I don't lose for ages afterwards! Feeling deflated but am going to stick with it for next 2 days till surgery and hope something magic happens lol...
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    Had the chicken and passed on another shake. So wi and is as I expected but doesn't hit me any easier. STS.....a whole blumming week and STS! Not an ounce? Feeling really down and fed up. I know I have eaten this week but still nothing in comparison to what I would when I am actually eating...
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    No not really, past 2 days have had just 2 of my packs and nibbled more than I would like :( Today been sooo busy, had one shake, coffee, water, 5 sweets from quality street tub and a slice of ham. Just had so much to get done before op wed. Spent all day sorting through loft as having...
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    Attempting a few weeks at 100%

    Spectacularly fell off the wagon today. Just bit feeling it, tired, down and fed up :(
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    A fresh Start

    Hey supernova How you doing? Hope you are feeling a bit better. It's ok to have off or bad days and even several in a row hon. Whatever you decide to do just let us all know you are ok alright sweet? Xx
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    A fresh Start

    giving up on what hon? You ok?? X
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    Total Solution Slim for christmas!!!

    I think exercise make a massive difference, I always find I naturally eat better as I actually think about what I am going to eat rather than just eat anything. Don't want to be undoing the hard slog in the gym! Ooh can't wait to get back to the gym...... Xx
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    A fresh Start

    That really does suck lol Well diet was broken today :( Went for pamper day and was lovely, then lunch happened!!!! Chose best thing on menu and had chicken Caesar salad -no croutons. Hoping not too much damage done, problem when you do eat and even if it's good I just want to then continue...
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    A fresh Start

    ah now if yr looking at my stats then they are wrong, last amended them pre hol and can't update via mobile app! Am currently 12.1 and 1st goal is pre hol weight of 11.8, 2nd goal 11st as this gives me the 7lb for fluctuation lol I also really don't want to regain bit haven't really drawn up a...
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