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  1. Alex_1978

    Kitty Kicks Butt 32lbs gone forever.

    Ahhh...I've managed to track you down! I might not post very often these days but you can't escape me! Sounds like you're doing great with the UD/DD routine - I'm thinking of throwing in a few DDs to drop a few extra lbs I seem to be carrying since Christmas. I know I can do it after doing...
  2. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Good luck with the re-start KB. It's great that you're so motivated despite the time of year! As I've said lots of times before - we only fail when we give up, and you've never given up. I really do believe that you will get there. I never thought that I would, but it must've just been my 'time'...
  3. Alex_1978

    Anyone kept weight off after slim & save?

    Just spotted this thread so thought I'd jump in! I did Exante and S&S from September 2011 until November 2012 (with breaks and blips along the way). I'm now 10st 7lbs and have maintained at roughly this weight for a year now. It's not easy by any means but it's more than worth the...
  4. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    I just resurrected my Exante diary to post this update, so I thought I'd post it here too.... Can't believe I haven't posted here in so long! I'm always lurking on minis though...think it's just become part of my life now! Anyway....just wanted to come in and give you an update, exactly ONE...
  5. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Can't believe I haven't posted here in so long! I'm always lurking on minis though...think it's just become part of my life now! Anyway....just wanted to come in and give you an update, exactly ONE YEAR since I got to goal! (can you believe it's come around so quickly!?) Well I'd love to be able...
  6. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Hello everyone, Just a quick update to let you know that I'm still maintaining, nearly 8 months on :) In fact, I'm currently a few pounds below goal for the first time this year, which feels like a far more comfortable place to be. I'm still struggling to let go of my calorie counting regime but...
  7. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Hi Rach! Good to see you sounding positive, and your meals sound really tasts at the moment!....It looks like coming off the xenical was definitely the right decision for you! After all, it's just a helping hand rather than a magic potion, and it sounds like you've got a good idea of what a...
  8. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Hello lovely lady - just doing the rounds and thought I'd pop in and send some positivity your way! As I've just said on KB's diary, I virtually stalk this place but rarely post these days as I'm always on my phone. As the others have said, your loss is still a great loss no matter how much you...
  9. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Hello there :D Just popping in to let you know I'm still here lurking! I do read everyone's diaries but I rarely get chance to post these days for some reason. Just wanted to say that I think you're doing brilliantly KB - yes, we all have the odd fall from the wagon, but you seem so motivated at...
  10. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Aw thank you...it still amazes me that I could be inspiration to anyone after trying and failing so many times! Another update from me, just to say that I weighed myself today and I'm 10st 4lbs, so officialy back under by target weight for the first time in agggges :) Admittedly, I've never let...
  11. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Thanks everyone :) Just popping in to report that I'm still hanging in there with maintenance! I don't actually know for definite what I weigh today as I'm trying to focus less on the scales at the moment, but I expect I'm just a couple of pounds over goal. I've had to be quite strict with...
  12. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Just popping in to give a quick update, and to say thanks again for the lovely comments since I last posted :) I'm pleased to be able to say that I'm now nearly four months down the line, and still loosely maintaining...it's not been easy by any means but I've never been more that 5-6lbs over my...
  13. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Can't believe it's been so long since I posted here, or anywhere on Minis actually. I visit every single day, but something seems to have stopped me from joining in just lately. Well my latest update is that I'm still hanging around my target weight (4.25lbs above it at my last weight in), but...
  14. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Haha...obviously meant UD!
  15. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Umm, well I think ideally I'd like to lose a little bit more, just to give myself a bit of a comfort zone. I think maybe the top end of the 9's/bottom of the 10s is where I'll end up - so at least if I went away for the weekend/had a birthday etc. it wouldn't bounce me back above target. Also...
  16. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    Wohoo! Well done :D Those 9s are just around the corner :) Enjoy your UD, you deserve it! Good day for me too...2.5lbs off, and I'm back under goal. Happy days all round! :D x
  17. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Well done Kes :) It's great to hear that your head's in the game and that the scales are rewarding your efforts! Hope you're feeling better today and that the second interview goes well tomorrow. Keeping my fingers crossed for you! x x
  18. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Well I've had a pretty good week all round - had my big UD last Saturday (pizza day) and then strict aternates of <2000/500 until yesterday which was an ID at 1500. This morning was my official weigh in - and I haven't weighed since last Saturday (also after an ID) so it was a bit of a tense...
  19. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Almost forgot to mention - I lost 2.5lbs JUDDing this week, which takes me back under my goal weight :) It also means that my 'maintainer' badge is back in its rightful place. Happy days indeed :D x
  20. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks so much all of you...and the feeling is mutual. I think each and every one of us is amazing, no matter how big the journey or how many times we falter - we always come back for another go. The support we have here is second to none, and I know this is the one place I can be completely...
  21. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thank you :) Its does feel like a big relief to be back in my goal zone. Had a good DD yesterday - had a quorn arribiata lunch pouch thing (think they're new but they're only 120 calories and REALLY nice) with some miracle noodles and extra veg. Would definitely buy that again, although I think...
  22. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thank you everyone :) Just a quick update as I now have another diary full of my self indulgent ramblings in the JUDD section. The main news is that I've now been maintaining (loosely) for over two months now. Christmas was a challenge, partly because of all the social occasions, and partly...
  23. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Well done Rach :) That's a great acheivement! I smoked until about 7 years ago - haven't touched one since. As you know, it's hard at first but nowadays I couldn't ever imagine smoking again, and I thought I'd always be tempted, just like I am with junk food! x
  24. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Aww, sorry to hear you're not well Kes. Hope you feel better soon. Well done on getting second interviews too! Good luck with them....and I hope you feel a bit more sure afterwards about which one you'd prefer to take if you get offers for both. In my opinion (for what it's worth) gut instinct...
  25. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thanks for the replies :) I do appreciate everyone's advice and opinions. I think it wasn't just my last diet that messed up my head if im honest...it's every diet that I've been on for the last 11 years. And also the fact that I know I'm capable of pressing the self destruct button, losing all...
  26. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thanks hun....but that wasn't my official weigh-in day. That was the day before when I weighed 10st 11.5! I've done strict alternates all week - sometimes crept slightly over my DD allowances, but not by more than 50 calories. I've tried to eat bigger, more nutritious meals on UDs with less...
  27. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Another good UD under my belt, and I'm definitely getting into the habit of making my meals bigger and my snacks fewer. For instance my lunch was a wrap with mexican chicken, salad and salsa, and I had it with cous cous and a side salad. The total was roughly 450 calories and I really enjoyed...
  28. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Just popping in to say a big well done on your 7lb loss! That's a fantastic kick-start to the new year :) How's your weekend been? Hope it's been a good one both in dieting terms and otherwise! All quiet here - it's snowing now so I'm hibernating ;) x
  29. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thanks for your support hun - I'm definitely sticking with it for now. Really need to give it a fair chance before I jump ship...and I've still got loads of lovely food in the house so don't really want to start anything too restrictive just yet! Think I'm drinking enough, yeah. It's something I...
  30. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    You look gorgeous Kes....hope you had a great time and felt as good as you looked in that dress :) x
  31. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    *grips* not drips, lol For some reason I can't edit my post on my laptop!
  32. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Hopefully I'll get to that stage too! My appetite seems huge at the moment - I think it's because I'm rediscovering all the foods I used to enjoy and some new ones as well. My sweet tooth is something I'd like to get to drips with too.... I wasn't too bad until I started my VLCD, but when I was...
  33. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Had another look at my UD diary for yesterday and it went something like this: Breakfast (fruit and yoghurt) 57 cals Lunch: Mediteranean pasta 355 cals Dinner: Home made open tuna melt ciabatta 678 cals Snacks: 820 cals!!!!!!! That's just crazy really - no wonder I'm still hungry on an UD when...
  34. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thank you :) I'm laying off the nights out and meals out for a while too. Think I just need to give this diet a fair chance and see if it works for me on 'normal' days...then once I'm sure I can lose or maintain on it, I'll start going out a bit more again. It helps that everyone is either...
  35. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Aw thank you...I hope so too :( I really love the idea of JUDD because I do eat out occasionally, I do sometimes like a drink at weekends, and I do like a bit of chocolate/junk food now and then. JUDD seemed a perfect way to do all those things without feeling like I was blowing my diet. Surely...
  36. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Wow Kes, well done on your losses :) I'm so glad you managed to sneak into the 12s in time for your big do. I just hope you've enjoyed your day of pampering, and that you have a great weekend - you can pick up where you left off on Monday, but in the meantime it's time to enjoy yourself :D PS -...
  37. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    D'oh...just skipped back a page and realised that you've already said that your WI is tomorrow! Good luck with it!
  38. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    Hope the liquid DD is going well so far :) You're way stronger than me....I've already planned out 310 of my 500 calories for my DD tomorrow and I haven't even finished my UD yet! I reckon I could give it a go if I was at home, but something about sitting at my desk all day makes me want to...
  39. Alex_1978

    LifesDesire's JUDDD Diary

    Hello :) Just popping in to subscribe, and to say thank you for your support on my thread. What kind of things do you eat on your UDs? I think my dieters brain is making my meals too low in calories, so I end up filling the hunger/calorie gaps with un-filling pointless treats like tic-tacs and...
  40. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    It does actually, thank you :) I'm driving myself bonkers at the moment, either trying to plan my treats two days in advance (who knows what I'll fancy eating on Saturday) and the other half of me panics when I don't plan/count as I have no concept of proper meal portions after being on a VLCD...
  41. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    I think I might do something similar actually. I think I need at least one UD per week when I don't count/plan to extremes, just to give myself a rest, but I couldn't do that every UD as I'd just go OTT. I can't seem to manage much below 500 calories on a work day, but weekend DDs could be lower...
  42. Alex_1978

    Here we go again......

    Welcome back lovely, It's good to see you :) But I'm really sorry to hear about your mum and your bad year in general. I lost both my parents to cancer so I understand how tough it can be. Hope you're doing OK despite it all. Wishing you every success with your re-start - sometimes life gets in...
  43. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Hiya, thanks for popping in :) I'm not doing too badly thanks - really love the idea of the Judd way of life, but I really need to see if it'll work for me in the longrun! Hope you're doing well with it so far! :) Well time for an update! - Saturday's weigh in was a 2lb gain, taking me to 10st...
  44. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Bless you Kes, that's such a lovely thing to say. It does feel like you've been with me every step of the way though - and that makes me all the more determined not to let things slip. I don't want to let myself, or any of you down. Glad to hear that today's been good KB - but sorry about the...
  45. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Hope you hear something soon about the job Kes....sometimes the worst thing is not knowing! I realloy do hope it works out for you though - I can tell you really need to get out of the place you're at now. Sorry I haven't dropped in on your diary for a while. I bought myself a tablet just before...
  46. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Oh, I forgot to mention - I've now updated my stats/ticker to reflect my last weigh-in on New Years Eve...It seemed more honest than making out that I was about 4lbs below goal! I just hope I don't have to re-adjust it too far in an upward direction on Saturday!
  47. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    DD number two done and dusted more or less, and if I eat everything I've planned, it'll come in at just shy of 500 calories. Not too bad considering that it was my second out of three! I know I probably should have thrown an ID/UD in today to get the calorie swing, but I really am feeling huge...
  48. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    Just popping in to say hello :) Sounds like you've been doing brilliantly at keeping things in check over the festive period. Hope you enjoy your mince pie tonight! (jealous) I'm on a run of three DDs at the moment - I know it's not advised but neither is consuming 4000 calories per day on new...
  49. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Great to see you back KB :) And even better to see you getting re-focussed and looking forwards rather than looking back and regretting what can't be changed. I know I've finally managed to get to goal, but I must have re-started literally dozens of times over the last 10 years. I hope that...
  50. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Happy new year everyone! Hope you've all had good christmasses/new years! :) Mine has been lovely - lots of food, plenty of alcohol, but also a few controlled days to balance things out a bit! Since I last posted, it's been a bit like this: Friday 21st: Weigh in 10st 2.25lbs (as above) -...
  51. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thank you :) now I just need to work on asking myself those questions when I'm drunk ;) Well my official weigh in on Friday was 10st 2.25lbs, so a loss of just over half a pound :) I was pleased with that considering that 2 of my 3 UDs were big ones and also because my body is still getting used...
  52. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    Sounds like you're doing great :) I'm on a DD after two big ups....and it's really not bothering me either. I just see it as a way to balance out my natural greed! Have a great Christmas and enjoy your triple UD...that's my plan too :) x
  53. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Just popping in to say that today I love my scales, and I love Judd!! I weighed myself this morning after my UD yesterday to see 10st 1.5lbs looking back at me!! So that's a drop of 2.25lbs after an UD :eek: I can only assume that I was still retaining water from my naughty weekend, which has...
  54. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Well the scales weren't too horrendous when I got on them this morning. The result was 10st 3.75lbs (I was just under 10st 3 last Friday). Today has been a semi-controlled UD....meals have been sensible but I've had a handful of haribos, a biscuit, and half a double decker duo with a hot choccy...
  55. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Thank you so much everyone :) Your comments really have spurred me on in my battle with maintenance! I've now made the switch to Judd/intermittent fasting for Christmas and whilst I'm enjoying being able to eat, the scales haven't been behaving so far. I'm trying not to panic as I'm still below...
  56. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    I haven't dared get on them yet! Let's just say, Saturday was definitely a big UD! I didn't binge during the day but I had chippy fish and chips, Yule log, rose wine, Lindt chocolate and god knows what else during the evening. So that's the bad news....the good news is that I got stuck into a...
  57. Alex_1978

    Juju_doll's Double Ds!!

    Just popping in to say hi... and to sympathise with you. I've just done my first 6 days on Judd (alternates) after swapping from a VLCD, and I've had a 3lb gain. It's so disheartening even when you know it's hopefully just your body settling down. I'm on a double UD now as I'm away for the...
  58. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Well done you! To keep losing this close to Christmas is a real achievement so that's excellent news :) Keep up the good work....I can't wait to see your final before and after pictures next year!
  59. Alex_1978

    My juddd diary......... Believe jane believe!!

    Sorry I haven't posted sooner, it's been a manic old week with Christmas preparations! Yes, I am at maintenance now size I guess I should be doing more of a 5:2 plan rather than alternates, but for the moment I'm doing Judd as though I was still in weight loss mode. Partly because I don't expect...
  60. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    I'm doing really well with the plan thanks...unfortunately the scales are letting me down a bit. I weighed in yesterday morning after 6 days on plan (3 UDs and 3 DDs done alternately) and was a bit shaken to see that I'd put just shy of 3lbs on. At the midway point on Wednesday morning I'd only...
  61. Alex_1978

    My juddd diary......... Believe jane believe!!

    Just popping in to sat hello....it's my first week too, and I'm transitioning from a VLCD as well, so I completely understand your point about the UDs being weird. I actually walked up and down the aisles in Tesco for about 45 minutes tonight, just staring at the food, but I hardly put anything...
  62. Alex_1978

    Zero noodles

    Hiya, I'm finding it great so far thanks...although I haven't weighed myself yet so I might be doing a big u-turn this time next week ;) My first down day was pretty easy to be honest, and I certainly got value out of my 500 calories (partly due to these noodles). The up days have been slightly...
  63. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thank you :) I'm loving it so far...but I guess the proof of the pudding will be on the scales ultimately :eek: My second UD today has gone really well - I've had porridge for brekkie and soup with half a bagel for lunch. Tea was Tesco light choices tagliatelli with left over roast butternut...
  64. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Ps, the tablet is my new Samsung Note 10.1 that I treated myself to as a reward for getting to goal:) I took half of the money from some money that I got ages ago from cashing in some old jewellery of my mum's (not her nice stuff..just things don't have an emotional connection to). Sadly my mum...
  65. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Lol, careful Stapo...or I'll get big-headed! Just popping in to report a small loss this week, taking me to 10st exactly. I've been a bit daft this week though, as I've been daily weighing (something I never normally do) and I saw 9st 12.5lbs on a couple of days, so 10st feels like an...
  66. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Good luck with the official weigh in Kes....it looks like you've been storming it recently, and if you can stick to a strict regime when you're working long hours and feeling unwell, then you deserve every ounce of that weight loss. x
  67. Alex_1978

    What is your favourite soup recipe

    Sounds lovely....do you roast the peppers yourself or buy them pre-prepared? Thanks for posting - as you know, I'm new to Judd so I'm on the lookout for inspiration :)
  68. Alex_1978

    Teresa's Up and down Diary to Goal and beyond

    Just popping in to subscribe to your diary.... I was just reading the first couple of pages, and I had one of those freaky moments when you read something so similar to something you could've written yourself that it really stops you in your tracks.... It was a post you wrote about making things...
  69. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. My first official DD has gone pretty well - even if I do say so myself ;) So far I've had Sainsburys carrot & coriander soup with half a WW bagel with a scraping of extra light soft cheese (179 calories) Home made beef/quorn bolognese with Slim Pasta (170...
  70. Alex_1978

    Putting my faith in JUDD for Christmas Maintenance and Beyond...?

    Hi Everyone, My name's Alex, and I'm a newcomer to this corner of the forum, but not to Minimins or dieting in general as you can tell from my stats! I won't ramble too much about my story, as it's well documented on other parts of the forum, but basically I started my weight loss journey back...
  71. Alex_1978

    Zero noodles

    Aw, thank you. It's only been three weeks so far and I've not really been in a maintenance frame of mind so far as I've been trying to build up a Christmas comfort zone. I'm swapping to intermittent fasting on Saturday though, so wish me luck. It's just taken me 2 hours to do an online grocery...
  72. Alex_1978

    Zero noodles

    I'd try the noodles or the spaghetti before you decide. I think the penne are vile, but I like the others. I sold my penne on its own on EBay, got what I paid for them as well, so somebody must like them :)
  73. Alex_1978

    Half the person I used to be....a long but worthwhile journey to success!

    Of course you can :) But I must admit, I struggled to think of the answer! I think my main strategy for sticking to plan was to focus on what would happen if I gave up...firstly I knew that no matter how hard I was finding it, the alternative would result in a gain, which would take me further...
  74. Alex_1978

    Half the person I used to be....a long but worthwhile journey to success!

    Thank you :) I don't know about tiny though...I have a lot of loose skin and stubbon fat pockets so everything still feels very wobbly at the moment! (except when I'm in my magic knickers ;)) Maintenence is still going well....I'm still very tentative and probably spending FAR too much time...
  75. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Wohooo!! So you've had a great weight loss this week, dropped into the 19s, met your Christmas goal....and what's even better is that you've done it three weeks ahead of time :D What's your strategy for Christmas Stapo? Are you sticking with the plan or taking a break from the packs?
  76. Alex_1978

    Vic's JUDDD diary

    Wow, you're doing brilliantly so far! And the stability of your weight gives me hope that I can do the same when I finally take the leap (a week today!!!!) Hopefully JUDD is the answer to Chritmas and beyond for us both :) x
  77. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Happy-ish to report a STS this week. Happy, because I've hit 850 calories every day, and I haven't gained (coming up from 650-750 the previous week) The 'ish' is because I'm worried that increasing by much more may cause a gain :eek: My plan is to stick with 850 for this week but throw in about...
  78. Alex_1978

    Zero noodles

    I use these most days! They've been a godsend while I've been on a VLCD and I plan to continue eating them now I'm in maintenance. I don't see the point in 'wasting' roughly 300 calories on real pasta or noodles when they're just a filler really. I rinse mine thoroughly before using, drain them...
  79. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aww Vee, that's the loveliest post ever! :D It never fails to amaze me that people would wade through pages worth of my waffle, but I'm immensely flattered that you did, and so pleased that it might have given you the hope that it can be done. As you now know, I am just as flawed (if not more...
  80. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Just popping in to say a BIG thank you for all your lovely comments. I guess above anything else, I am proof that it can be done, not matter what your diet history is like, or how many times you've tried and failed, it really is acheivable. I suppose I never really dared believe that it could be...
  81. Alex_1978

    Half the person I used to be....a long but worthwhile journey to success!

    Just popping in to say a BIG thank you for all your lovely comments. I guess above anything else, I am proof that it can be done, not matter what your diet history is like, or how many times you've tried and failed, it really is acheivable. I suppose I never really dared believe that it could be...
  82. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    So just a quick update...so you know I haven't fallen head first into the biscuit barrel. Two weeks after maintenance and I am now 4lbs under goal :) I lost 2lbs the first week, and 1.5lbs this week, which I've been really pleased about. My plan at the moment is still allowing myself up to...
  83. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks for popping in! You must have some stamina to work your way through 30 pages of my ramblings! ;) I do worry sometimes that people reading it in big chunks must think I'm a complete fruit loop! The last year has taken me on such a learning curve about myself and my relationship with...
  84. Alex_1978

    Half the person I used to be....a long but worthwhile journey to success!

    Goal pictures...weighing 10st 4.5lbs :D
  85. Alex_1978

    Half the person I used to be....a long but worthwhile journey to success!

    Well I wasn't really sure where to post this....I've been using a mixture of VLCD products for over a year now, but I rarerly post on the forums (I lurk dozens of times a day though!). I did want to post my story though, just to give hope to anyone who's starting, and to prove that it really can...
  86. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Morning Kes....just popping in to say hello and welcome back :D It's great to see you here, and even better to hear that you've managed to sort things out with your husband and come to an agreement about having children. It really must have been such an horrendous time, so you can't be too hard...
  87. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Hi Rach...just popping in to say HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Hope you have a great weekend with the people you love. And a big well done on the 2lb loss this week...I know you didn't expect it, so the feeling will be even nicer. What a nice way to head into your birthday weekend :) xx
  88. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Morning Stapo....well done on yet another good loss :) And thanks for your lovely comments on my diary too :o Just seen your stats by the way...those 19's are just around the corner!!! :D
  89. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks for your lovely comments everyone....it does still feel like a dream at the moment. In fact I felt like a bit of a fraud adding the 'maintainer' badge to my profile....almost like I need to prove myself first! I did it anyway though, hopefully I'll stay strong enough for it to stay...
  90. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    And some 'After' Pictures....taken on Sunday weighing 10st 4.5lbs!
  91. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    Some pics from the beginning of my journey back in 2001, and the start of my Exante journey in 2011.
  92. Alex_1978

    A long and winding road to losing half my body weight....One year on!

    So where do I start!? Well to begin with, I can't believe I'm actually writing my story in the 'Success Stories' section! I joined Minis back in January 2010, at around 18st 12lbs, but the reality is that I'd already been dieting for the previous 9 years, repeatedly losing and gaining large...
  93. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Just a few pictures for you....the second ones along show me at the very beginning in 2001, then at the beginning of Exante in September 2011, and finally now :D Hopefully they've uploaded properly!
  94. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well it's taken me a little while to post this – I didn't get around to it on Sunday after the weigh in. In fact the day itself passed in a bit of a blur because.......drumroll please.......something unbelievable happened.....after all this time :banana dancer::party0011::banana...
  95. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Hmmnn, not really very pleased with this week's result. Despite being on plan all week, I have managed to gain half a pound!! Well it's really closer to a STS, but the way we round up/down on the scales has gone against me.... Last week I was 10st 7 and 5/8ths (gets rounded down to 10st 7.5)...
  96. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Wohooo! Well done Stapo :D It's such a nice feeling when you're not expecting anything isn't it? Maybe you gave your metabolism a shake-up with the break last weekend? Either way, it's great news....especially as it means you've now lost 7 stone....amazing work!! :D
  97. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    That's great news Rach...there's nothing like dropping a dress size to give you a bit of a boost:) I know it sounds sad but one of the best feelings for me was being able to shop in Primark! Plus size clothes can be so annoyingly expensive....grrrr... Keep up the good work! x
  98. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks Stapo :o And you too Ali :D Haven't found it difficult getting back on track at all after my little planned deviation on Saturday - don't think I'll get to goal this week but I'm hopeful for the week after :eek: Spending loads of time researching potential maintenance strategies now...
  99. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well I'm pleased to report a MUCH better weigh in result this week :D I was a day early with my weigh in, as I was going out for a drink yesterday evening with my friends so I needed to carb-up a bit in preparation. And the result was a 4.5lb loss! Much more than I ever hoped or imagined I would...
  100. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well I hate to say I told you so....but... I gained :( and so did The Man :( A lot more than either of us were expecting too....I gained about 3.5 and the man gained 5lbs. Really doesn't make sense, as we only had two days off, which can usually be turned around over the next 6 days! Oh well...
  101. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Haha I think you're a bit more optimistic than me ;) The weigh in will be in a couple of hours when The Man gets up, so I'll report back afterwards :)
  102. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Aw bless you, but there's still plenty of me left! Really I should lower my target a little but 10st 5lbs will be half my original body weight so I think that's enough for now. I just want to say though, if I can do it then anyone can. My relationship with food has been terrible all my life, and...
  103. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thank you Janice! :) It has been a bit of a rollercoaster of a journey (and this isn't even my first diary on Minimins!). I just can't wait to be able to say that I've done it!! Hopefully it won't be too long now, but then the hard work starts (maintenance) :) This week has been more or less a...
  104. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Just popping in to say hello Rachel :) It's good to see you back, and even better to read about how well you're doing! x
  105. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Wow, well done Stapo! And fair play to you for staying on track when you've been ill. It's so easy to talk yourself into 'needing' food when you're feeling under the weather! Hope you feel better soon :)
  106. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well there've been two more weigh ins since my last post! The first one on 7th October only resulted in a 0.5lbs loss (The Man STS again). I was pretty gutted about that to be honest - really felt that my plan to be at goal before Christmas was slipping away from me :( Especially as I knew I was...
  107. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw bless you all :D Lovely comments all round! :) So nearly another week under my belt and I'm plodding on! Last Sunday after weigh in we went for a family meal at The Man's house. His mum had done steak and chips for everyone, but I'd pre-warned her that I would only be having salad with mine...
  108. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Good to see you back Stapo! And well done on getting to the half way point :) It feels more acheivable doesn't it when you cross that hurdle! Keep up the good work :D
  109. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Just had our weekly weigh-in and I'm chuffed to be able to say that I'm back in the 10s!! Lost 4.5lbs this week week, which is a lot more than my normal weekly losses (not that I'm complaining). This all means that I'm now only 2lbs away from my pre-holiday weight, and 8.5lbs away from goal...
  110. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Just a quick update (that's a first from me!) We weighed in yesterday and the lingering damage has left me +6.5lbs since before we went away (despite 5/6 days back on plan) and The Man is +9lbs, although he says he's been messing around over the last week and has been struggling to get his head...
  111. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Lisa :) It's hard to think of myself as an inspiration really - partly because it's taken me over 10 years to get where I am today, and partly because I've taken so many breaks just lately and my weight has been up and down like a yo-yo! I always imagine people rolling their eyes when...
  112. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Oh and I forgot to say that I was quite proud of myself for being able to complete and actually enjoy an 8 mile coastal walk while we were away :). The ground was quite hilly in places, so it was a bit testing at times, but I felt completely differently than the last time I went walking with...
  113. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks Shelly - I'm OK at being in the zone until things like holidays come along, then it all goes to pot! I'm back on plan again now though :) Thanks Kae, the holiday was great thanks - just what I needed. A week away from home/real life, lots of fresh air, food and vino (of course!)...
  114. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    I'm here too, spurring you on, and sending you lots of positive vibes! I'm on day two of my post-holiday re-start and I dread to think what I weigh at the moment. I'm avoiding the scales until at least Sunday but all I know is that my work trousers were hanging off me before I went away and...
  115. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well I've lost another 2lbs this week, taking me to 10st 11.5....just half a pound away from losing 10 stone altogether! And The Man lost 2.5lbs this week, taking him into the Century Club!! We were both really pleased with those results, especially over a 5 day week - although we've been out...
  116. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks everyone :) Your support means loads to me, even if I am rubbish at posting! Can't believe I didn't get around to mentioning last Sunday that I finally got into the 10s!!!! :talk017: Admittedly it was 10st 13.5lbs, but I did it nonetheless! It did feel a bit weird/emotional, but probably...
  117. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    *warning - self indulgent ramble coming up* Another thing I've been thinking about lately is my forthcoming holiday (8 September) and how I'm going to cope with that. As you know, during my time VLCD-ing, I've been through a whole host of emotions and feelings about food. I went through a phase...
  118. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks Kes....that's a lovely thing to say. But don't get the tissues out just yet, cos I'm not quite there yet! :) My early weigh in last week resulted in a STS which I was a bit meh about...I deserved to have lost a pound or so over the 5 days, but we all know that bodies are strange things...
  119. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    I LOVE boot sales :) Went last week and got a black Regatta reversible walking jacket for £3 :D Have a great day! x
  120. Alex_1978

    Pretty little blue Pill!!!- the fight to the end!!!!!

    Just popping in to say hello lovely :) It's good to see you back, and posting more. I'm lurking more than posting at the moment as I'm super busy with my new job, but I do catch up on eveyone's diaries at least once a day. Going back to an earlier post - I know what you mean about being...
  121. Alex_1978

    Newbie - a bit about my horrible journey

    Good luck Estelle...I could have written your post myself about a year ago....I was so sick and tired of losing and re-gaining the same 2 or 3 stones over and over again. I'd be full of enthusiasm for whatever new diet I was doing, but after the initial motivation had worn off I'd get really...
  122. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Haha, I don't know about skinny mini! I'm still only just creeping into the 14s in trousers, and mostly 16s for tops. The clothes size doesn't bother me so much, but the big wobbly belly and loose skin does! I went to see my GP the other week about something else, and mentioned the weight loss...
  123. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks guys, we're still hanging in there! Although things are crazily busy at the moment. I'm just two weeks into my new job now and all is going well, and it's also my friend's wedding on Saturday! I'm off work today so I'm just heading into the nearest big town to get a final few bits and...
  124. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Awww, I feel your pain. I went out last night for a drink, and my resolve is always terrible the morning after. The Man isn't on the diet at the moment so I've had to sit and watch him eat a whole truly irresistable chocolate cake, ham butties, sausage rolls, jacket potato, beans...
  125. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks guys... Really struggling today though :( Completely bugg£ered it up at the weekend as I was off plan from Friday afternoon through to Sunday night. Friday and Saturday were planned days off, but it spilled into Sunday as I was hungover, weak and craving junk. I'd already weighed in on...
  126. Alex_1978

    Why are VLC Diets not available on the NHS to help beat Obesity/Weight Problems.

    Funnily enough I went to see the Nurse Practitioner at my GP practise a week or two ago - it was for a contraceptive pill check, so nothing to do with weigh loss as such - other than the fact that at my last appointent I was asked to consider a different method of contraception as my BMI was...
  127. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Good luck! You're doing brilliantly :D x
  128. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Welcome back Rach - it's good to see you again :) x
  129. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Hello! Well it's been another spell with no update from me - but I've been plodding on as normal. Last week's result was a STS for me and a 0.5lb gain for The Man. Neither of us minded that, as we'd both been off plan for two days the previous week. I've weighed in early today, as I'm on a hen...
  130. Alex_1978

    Working Solutions My time has come...AGAIN!!! ;-) May Madness!!!

    Welcome back Conor :) I'm sorry to hear that you're not re-starting from a place you're happy in, but it's good to see you back nonetheless. I've lost and regained dozens of stones over the years, so I know how it feels to have to make that decision to start again. Sometimes it felt like too...
  131. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Yeah, I must admit, it would've been a bit of a mad rush trying to get ready in time for HK, but I wouldn't have let that hold me back if I'd had the opportunity to go. Back on the wagon now after my little food free-for-all at the weekend, but it's now day 4, and I'm still not in ketosis :( I...
  132. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks everyone :) Another 2.5lbs off for me this week (taking me to 11st 6.5), and 2lbs again for The Man. I won't be anyway near that now though, as I was on a hen do on Saturday, and had the day off yesterday with The Man. Pizza, chocolate and chips were all involved, in large quantities, and...
  133. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Yes I got the job!! Really can't believe how lucky I've been - I decided a little while back that I fancied a change of scene - applied for two jobs over the jubilee bank holiday, got interviews for both of them, went to the first interview and got offered the job! It really has come as a big...
  134. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks everybody :D Just a quick update, as I'm off to a job interview in about 10 minutes! Arrrgggghhhhhhhhh! My stomach is absolutely churning and I'm sooo nervous, but the positive thing is that I'm no longer bunged up! I think this is the long awaited cure for VLCD constipation (sorry if...
  135. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    OMG Shelly, 5lbs is brilliant :) You must be over the moon! Well done :D x
  136. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Hi KB - just popping in to say hello :) I love that picture of the scales! Just said to The Man that I need to write that on my own scales too! It really is very true - I feel great today after losing a bit this week, but if the scales hadn't been kind I'd be grumpy as hell. And I'm not talking...
  137. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Weigh in day today, and I'm pleased to report a loss of 2.5lbs, despite my little bingeathon after weigh in last weekend :D I'm so glad to be back in the 11s, and hopefully next week I should be back to my lowest weight of 11 11 or even below (that would be brilliant!). I can finally report on...
  138. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks Shelly - I thought my posts would have the opposite effect on people! I'm constantly jumping off and on the wagon at the moment, so I presumed that people would be thinking "come on girl, just get on with it!" I'm massively hungry today, and it's only 10:20, so I have a feeling it's...
  139. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    He he! You did well to read all that lot. I think half my problem is that I don't update often enough, so you end up with two weeks worth in one go! And as you know, I've become very reflective while I've been on a VCLD, and my diary must come across as very self-indulgent and overly deep and...
  140. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Hi Shelly, just poppng in to say hello, and well done on losing your gain! I've just re-read the last page or so of your diary, and it really is true about weight taking minutes to gain but weeks to lose. I seem to be trapped in that cycle at the moment, but have nothing stopping me now until...
  141. Alex_1978

    Total Solution 14lbs to go

    Hiya hun, Just popping in to say hello, and thanks for checking in on my thread. Being on minis (and not just lurking) really does help me stay on track, and I need to do it a lot more than I do now. How's your week going so far? x
  142. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks everybody for your posts and for checking up on me…and sorry for neglecting my diary so much. I really do need to start updating more regularly – I think it really helps me to stay on track and stay accountable…even if I do tend to ramble! Needless to say, last week was a bit of a...
  143. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw bless you....it must read like a bit of a rollercoaster ride. I've gone from being an Exante robot to a lapsed dieter in the space of 9 months! I must admit, I don't feel very inspirational at the moment, but that's very kind of you to say. And if my story has inspired you to start your...
  144. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Weigh in day today! And I'm VERY pleased to say that despite my efforts (or lack of) last weekend, I somehow managed to lose 0.5lbs this week, taking me to 11st 11lbs exactly. The Man did well too, as he was off plan last Sunday and still managed to lose 1lb. We're off to a party in a couple of...
  145. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Ali - yeah we're both doing fine thanks. Taking the scenic route really, but I don't mind that too much. As they say, you can't have your cake and eat it! x
  146. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Hi Shelly - just popping in to say hi, and well done on your loss :) Must feel awful having to cancel your wedding :( It's a big rollover on the Euromillions tonight! I don't usually play it but The Man emailed me earlier saying that I need to get a ticket. I must admit £92 Million would come...
  147. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Well done Ali - great results recently :) x
  148. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    God it feels like ages since I’ve posted an update! I’m constantly checking minis on my phone, but rarely seem to get around to updating my own diary! Things are plodding on alright-ish at the moment. We weighed in a day early last Saturday as I was on a hen-do that day (dressed as a pirate!)...
  149. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Jacqueline :) And welcome to our diary! You're so right - it's very easy to become less strict when you've already lost the biggest chunk of your weight. I'm determined not to give up though, and as long as the overall trend is a downward one then I'm happy to take the scenic route for...
  150. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Good luck with the weigh in Ali. hope it's a good one! :) x
  151. Alex_1978

    Total Solution HUNGRY

    I've been doing Exante/S&S off and on since September last year, and I'm sorry to say that I've never felt the positive symptoms of ketosis such as euphoria and lack of hunger. What I do notice is that ketosis gives me added willpower. For instance, the past couple of weeks I've been off and on...
  152. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Just a quick update on yesterday's weigh-in! I gained 1.5lbs as a result of two weeks of being 50/50 (50% rigidly on plan and 50% stuffing my face!) I have no idea how much I weighed last week as I skipped the weigh in, but I think I must've been at least half a stone heavier if not more...
  153. Alex_1978

    Konnyaku/Shirataki Noodles Carb Free?

    Thank you :) Yes I've used them before for a couple of things and had no problems so far. They take PayPal too, so you don't have to give them your card details.
  154. Alex_1978

    Konnyaku/Shirataki Noodles Carb Free?

    They're a national deal on KGB today :)
  155. Alex_1978

    Konnyaku/Shirataki Noodles Carb Free?

    I've just ordered! Hope they taste alright :eek:
  156. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    How's it going Shelly? :D Hope you've managed to maintain that positive frame of mind! I'm firmly back on the wagon for a couple of weeks until a hen do I'm going to on 26th May (one night off only). After that I'm going for the long haul to see how much I can lose before the summer kicks in...
  157. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    I'm the same in leggings Kez, I only ever wear mine around the house. Partly because I'm not especially confident wearing them, and partly because they're grey, a bit baggy, and have a hole you-know-where :eek: Mine also come up under my boobs, and make my belly look like a big round barrel! Or...
  158. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Yeah, I remember it well! I think I was about 18 stone at that time (I can remember my weight at most significant times/events in my life) and I was absolutely terrified by the thought that I was going to have to ask for a seatbelt extension, or that I would have to turn away my in-flight meal...
  159. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Unlike mine, which is packed full of junk food and not much inspiration to anybody!! :p
  160. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Aww Shelly, sorry to hear that you're so disheartened and that the wedding may be postponed. It's the worst feeling only losing 0.5 or 1lb when you've tried your best :( I've been there a few times and ended up in tears/tantrums as a result. As you say though, what's the alternative? We either...
  161. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Mmmm they sound good! I might have to make some of them for myself :) Loving your positivity Ali! Long may it continue :D Can't wait to join you in those 14s (not literally, I don't think there's be room for both of us just yet ;)). I must carry my weight really differently to you, as I'm...
  162. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    This was my post on Kez's diary about some of the benefits of losing weight: These are just a few things though, there are dozens of other things I can think of..... Shopping in 'normal' shops for the first ever time, Buying standard width shoes Not being paranoid about being judged when I...
  163. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thank you :) I agree, it really is teaching me a lot about planning, will power and self control. To begin with, I was terrified to have a day or even an evening off, as I didn't trust myself to get back on track again afterwards. Don't get me wrong, the way I've done things recently has been...
  164. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well the results are in, and I'm happy to report a 2lb loss, meaning that I am now 11st 13lbs :party0011: Really, really happy with that :) I couldn't have hoped for more after having two days off plan this week...in fact, I would've been chuffed to bits to see 12st on the scales. Makes me...
  165. Alex_1978

    Jelly??

    Hiya, The official answer to this question would be no. It isn't an official part of the plan, and some people beleive that once they start adding in extras in one form or another, then it's the beginning of a slippery slope. There's also the possibility that they might trigger off cravings for...
  166. Alex_1978

    Working Solutions My time has come...AGAIN!!! ;-) May Madness!!!

    Just popping in to say a quick hello :) Hope things are well with you. The new gym sounds wonderful! You can't really beat the offer of a personal trainer of the opposite sex, combined with the benefits of the sauna/jaccuzi etc. The personal trainer aspect will mean that you have someone to...
  167. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Precious! I stayed strong yesterday in the end! Went to Morrisons with The Man to get a few bits n bobs for the weekend, but I haven't touched any of it yet! Last night, I really really fancied fish and chips from the chip shop...in fact I'd been craving them all week. I half expected...
  168. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    How did it go on the scales today KB? Hope you got the loss you were hoping for :D It's such a boost when you get compliments isn't it? I know we have to do this for ourselves, but it really does spur you on when other people start to notice. How soon is the wedding now? x
  169. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Nope, he's still on his break :( Mainly for financial reasons, but as we all know, your head has to be in the right place to do this diet, and it's been a tough old week, so he's giving himself another week before starting in earnest. He hasn't been bingeing though, other than the pizza episode...
  170. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thank you :D I was really pleased with 2.5lbs...in fact, that'd suit me every week to be honest! Thanks KB - positive attitude still present and correct :) Hi Precious...I'm good thanks (apart from big ketosis headache atm), hope you are too :) I landed in the 11s (11st 13.75lbs) just...
  171. Alex_1978

    I am sick of being fat, my journey to a slimmer ME

    I think you must cram more into one day than I do in a week! I feel tired just reading about it :p Seriously though, it's really interesting reading about life over in rural France, it seems such a different lifestyle than over here. Hope you have a great day - surely all that rubbing down will...
  172. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Oh, and once I get back to 12st, I'm going to set a new target weight! :eek:
  173. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    I've weighed in a day early today, as The Man is coming over later and we'll be having some food together. I'm pleased to report that after all that stressing, daily weighing, picking and craving, the result was an acceptable 2.5lbs :D Which takes me back to being 'overweight' rather than...
  174. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    I really hope so Kez...I've been dieting now for over 10 years so I just need to get this done once and for all!
  175. Alex_1978

    Total Solution 14lbs to go

    It's good to hear you sounding so positive Precious :) Sounds like you're really back in the zone with your new supply of shakes at the moment - it makes such a difference when you enjoy what you're eating (or drinking) doesn't it?. I hated the porridge too :( Really wanted to like it, so I...
  176. Alex_1978

    This is why you should only weigh once a wk!

    I think the Ribena Plus has been discovered to only contain malic acid Katie :) I agree about the Salmon though, think S&S only advise white fish and tuna. I could be wrong though as I don't tend to do the 3 packs plus protein plan! x
  177. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    I'm another person who can always bring myself to buy new clothes ;) Good to see you getting things under control again KB - I think you're right in thinking that the dress might be half the problem. When something has been a goal for a long time, it's hard to refocus when you meet that goal...
  178. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Kez... I think that's half the problem, the fact that I'm so much happier in my own skin now, combined with the fact that I've been in and out of ketosis like a yo-yo just lately is causing me to waver more than I usually would. I still get hungry in ketosis, but I don't have these kind...
  179. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Can't seem to refocus properly at the moment! I'm constantly daydreaming about food, and sneaking bits here and there which is so unlike me. Went to The Man's again last night to drop a birthday present off for his mum. She'd done a mini buffet and I ended up having some smoked salmon wrapped...
  180. Alex_1978

    I am sick of being fat, my journey to a slimmer ME

    Hi FF, just popping in to say welcome back and good luck! Sounds like you're off to a flying start - long may it continue :) x
  181. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Hiya, thanks for popping in :) You're not officially supposed to mix S&S and Exante on the same day, as an Exante pack has a third of your daily RDA, where as S&S only has a quarter (as you're supposed to have 4 a day if you follow their plan). I must admit, I did mix and match for the first few...
  182. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Pleased to report a 5lb loss this week :) I suspect it was probably more than that, since I weighed last Sunday morning and then ate like a pig all day! Either way, I'm glad I've made a big dent in my gain from last week :) So far I've been 100%, apart from yesterday. I was invited over to...
  183. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Good luck Shelly - I'm sure you'll know what your 'happy weight' is when you get there, whether it's a size 8 or 12 :) Damn TOTM! Hope it b*ggers off before weigh in day! x
  184. Alex_1978

    And it starts

    How spooky! I could have written this myself....I've just done a big order of S&S meals which I love, but I also hate the porridge (bleeuughhh) and love Exante soups :) At the moment I'm 100% S&S as I've run out of Exante soups, but I'm missing them too much to give them up altogether. I know it...
  185. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    God yeah, me too Shelly. I much prefer being 12.5 stone than being 17 stone, but I'm not done yet, and I know I need to knuckle down and lose the next chunk very soon. I've been in and out of the overweight category twice in the last month, so now I just want to get back there and carry on...
  186. Alex_1978

    Making the switch and introcucing myself :-)

    Thanks for the welcome and the compliments everyone :D I haven't made things easy for myself, as I've had three planned breaks so far including Christmas, and I gained shed loads of weight each time. If I hadn't had any breaks I'd probably be at goal by now, but hey-ho, I'm getting there slowly...
  187. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw, thanks both of you! I don't feel like much of an inspiration most of the time to be honest! At the moment I'm swinging between two extremes - half of me just wants this gain gone ASAP, and half of me thinks chill out! you're at the weight you've dreamed of being for 3/4 years, what's...
  188. Alex_1978

    Toilet woes..

    Dulcolax Pico Perles are good too...they're similar to the normal Dulcolax, but a LOT gentler (no stomach cramps or rushing to the loo) The minimum dose is 1, and the maximum is 4, so you can start with a small dose to start with, and then if you don't 'go' you can increase the dose accordingly...
  189. Alex_1978

    Making the switch and introcucing myself :-)

    Just thought I'd pop in and say hello properly! I've been lurking here for ages but rarely, if ever get around to posting! I started on my VLCD journey, back in September with my boyfriend (AKA The Man) We decided on Exante as our VLCD of choice, ordered the bumper pack, but quickly leaned that...
  190. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Hi Stapo, It's going well so far thanks :) Had a S&S cottage pie for tea last night, then an Ultraslim bar before bed. I was still feeling a bit rough when I went to sleep, but I've woken up feeling loads better. Hungry, as it's only day 2, but no headache or anythig like that anymore :) I'm in...
  191. Alex_1978

    Total Solution 14lbs to go

    Night Precious! That's my plan for tonight as well....gonna take myself off to bed early with a bar and watch something on the Sky Planner. I'm too lazy to get out of bed to fetch food, so I know I'll be safe in there ;) Good luck with day two! :D x
  192. Alex_1978

    Really struggling .......

    Right, I'm back for part two of my 'tough love' mission ;) No need to beat yourself up about this little slip up, what matters now is what you do next. I read something on the Slim and Save forum (I think) yesterday that really struck a chord with me: Imagine you had a minor bump in your car...
  193. Alex_1978

    Working Solutions My time has come...AGAIN!!! ;-) May Madness!!!

    Just popping in to say a big welcome back :D I'm restarting today after a planned break...hoping to get a decent chunk of my 8.5lb gain gone fairly swiftly :) There seems to be quite a few people re-starting or re-focussing this week so you're in good company! Sounds like you've been planning...
  194. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Aw thanks Precious.... Back on TS so far today (well more S&S than Exante if I'm honest) Had about 3 litres of water so far, one S&S chilli, two little tubs of sugar free jelly, and 3 brews. Feel as rough as a bear's a**e though for some reason - bloated, sick, and headachey. Not sure why, as I...
  195. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Wow Ali - what an amazing difference! No wonder you felt wonderful at the wedding :D Good luck with phase two....we are going to do this! x
  196. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Just remembered this little NSV as I was replying to a post on KB's diary, so I thought I'd copy and paste for my own diary: When I was at Cheshire Oaks the other day with The Man, I went into Warehouse, which I would never normally do. I don't mind telling you that I felt so awkward that I...
  197. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Ali :) I'm not sure what to aim for to be honest! I've had this 12st 7lb goal in my head for the last 3-4 years so it's kinda hard to re-adjust. Maybe I'll take it half a stone at a time, so first of all 12 stone (again) and then 11st 7lbs? I don't want to go crazy and say 10st (which...
  198. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Wohooo! on the size 16s KB :D It really does feel like the magic number that opens loads of doors for clothes shopping doesn't it? When I was at Cheshire Oaks the other day with The Man, I went into Warehouse, which I would never normally do. I don't mind telling you that I felt so awkward that...
  199. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks for your thoughts KB - yeah, I think a happy medium is something I've yet to acheive. I don't want to become so weight-obsessed and scared of food that I develop even more disordered thoughts about it, but I'm glad I seem to be starting to part with some of my patterns (binge eating, self...
  200. Alex_1978

    Really struggling .......

    Aww, I'm sorry to hear you're feeling like this, but I remember that feeling well. I had the same thoughts all the way through my first couple of weeks on Exante, but they were strongest on days one and two. It really is amazing how you can be so motivated and determined one minute, but then the...
  201. Alex_1978

    Absolutely confused, and in need of some advice.

    That would be fine Mally. It's not really advisible to mix and match VLCDs on the same day because Exante works on the basis of 3 packs per day at around 200 cals each, and S&S works on the basis of 4 products at roughly 130 cals each (or 3 plus a small protein meal). So for instance, if you...
  202. Alex_1978

    Belt up!!

    You should see my work trousers, they have at least 5-6 inches of 'spare' fabric now at the waistband that I have to bunch up with a belt. They don't look too bad with a long top on, but if I lifted it up, I'd look like a sack of spuds tied round the middle with a piece of string ;) I'm finally...
  203. Alex_1978

    Mission: impossible

    Good luck! Sounds like a good idea - how nice to have the incentive of a bag of clothes to look forward to as you drop down the sizes :) I'm doing the opposite today, Ebaying loads of clothes that are now too big that I NEVER plan to wear again :D x
  204. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Samprand's Exante Diary - It's Time To Make Some Changes: Goodbye "Fat Me" :)

    Well done Sam - good luck with day 2 :D One day at a time hey? They all add up :) x
  205. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    Wow! What a difference Stapo! You're looking fantastic :D Keep up the good work mister, you're doing brilliantly - faffing or no faffing ;) Well done on the 1.5lbs too - as you say, it's all going in the right direction!
  206. Alex_1978

    exante vs slim and save????????????????????????????????????

    No problem! I find my losses have been a bit quicker if anything on S&S! I'm probably not the best person to ask because I do still mix-n-match a bit with Exante soups (not a recommended way of doing things by the way). But I've found that since having the majority of my products from S&S, that...
  207. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks Shelly :) I'm having a nice break so far thanks, although I'm working myself into a bit of a state about food though. It's probably because I've had a couple of breaks just lately (including Christmas), and hated gaining so much weight in a short space of time, but it's almost like I'm...
  208. Alex_1978

    exante vs slim and save????????????????????????????????????

    I've tried both, and I still do a bit of both to be honest, but as time goes on I'm veering towards S&S rather than Exante as I love the variety. I can't really help you on the shakes, as I don't like shakes in 'real life'. The only skakes I have are the chocolate ones as a hot chocolate, and I...
  209. Alex_1978

    Thinking of doing Exante

    I was 17st 2.5 in September, and despite a massive gain over Christmas (+22lbs) and a week off plan in March (+10lbs) I am now 12 stone exactly. I'm no angel, so just imagine what you could do if you didn't have any big blips like me! xx
  210. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Steeleee goes back to square one.........

    Just popping in to say hello :D Have a great time at the wedding, and we'll see you back here in a few days. Try not to worry about temporary gains though - I'm on a planned break from Exante at the moment, and yesterday was my first day off-plan. I didn't binge, or eat massive portions - I...
  211. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Thanks Marge! That just put a big smile on my face :D To be honest, I don't think my head has caught up with the progress yet. I see it in photographs, but mostly when I'm comparing against old ones and I have 'proof' of the difference! That's probably for the best though, I don't want to get...
  212. Alex_1978

    Re-starting for the final time, this is it!!!!

    Just popping in to say hello Rach :) I didn't know you had a different diary than the one I used to pop in on when I was still doing Xenical, but I was just browsing the forum looking for KB's and I spotted yours so thought I'd say hi :D Hope you had a good Easter and that you'll be back to...
  213. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    I think being 0.2lbs off target can be counted as hitting target!! So well done on the 2lbs :party0011: and for meeting the target :party0011: and for reaching the half way mark:party0011: Hope you had a good night out the other night, and that the dress fitting went well! By the way, my car in...
  214. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    How's it going Ali? Hope you're having a lovely Easter :) What a great post about the size 12/14's! I know that things are tricky on that front with your sister so I can appreciate how significant it was for her to pass on those clothes to you. And WOW - a size 12!!! I am nowhere near that yet...
  215. Alex_1978

    My first weigh in....yay!!!

    Wow, well done! 10lbs is brilliant :D It's such a boost isn't it? I remember really struggling during my first ever week, but seeing the result on the scales made me feel like you do...excited to see what I could acheive in the coming weeks :) Good luck for week two! x
  216. Alex_1978

    Total Solution New start tomorrow. Easter Monday.

    Good luck with the final push GSQ! You give me hope that it is possible to eat sensibly and maintain post-Exante...I wish you all the best in losing the last bit! :)
  217. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Lol thanks Stapo! I actually found two birthday suits ;) One for our trip to Chester, and then another for when I go out with my friends locally next weekend. Hi Ali, not doing badly at all thanks! Got to Derby for my shopping trip at 11am on friday and didn't leave until after 5pm! Talk about...
  218. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    No work for 10 days, and I'm going to indulge in a bit of retail therapy :D Really need to find something to wear for my birthday, which is fast approaching. I don't usually eat til 11am but thought I should eat before I go, so I dug out an old S&S porridge that I had lying about. I really had...
  219. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    If you're struggling on TS then WS seems like a good plan. Better than thinking sod it I'm feeling dodgy, I'll just have what I fancy. For me, the lines between TS and WS are a bit blurry anyway. I rarely have a WS meal as such, but I quite often snack on chicken or ham or whatever, so I can't...
  220. Alex_1978

    Stapo60 Diary of The Slimming Year.

    What was the weigh-in result after your AAM week Stapo? Did you manage a loss? I think I lost a 1lb when I did AAM week, which I was quite pleased about. I'm mix and matching with S&S products too at the moment, although I've run out of Exante soups so I'm more or less 100% S&S until my next big...
  221. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    Wow, I fancy some of that underwear myself! Joking apart, I swear by my big granny pants and the other various body scaffolding garments that I own. Losing weight is great, but it hasn't half left me with wobby bits that spill out here there and everywhere! Anyway, enough talking about my...
  222. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks KB :) I felt like life could have been a LOT better on Sunday when I was at death's door with my hangover, but I'm fully recovered now, and back on the wagon. Not hoping for great things at this week's weigh in, but a STS or slight loss would be lovely :) X
  223. Alex_1978

    Total Solution 14lbs to go

    Well done Precious, and welcome back :) One day at a time hey? It seems more do-able then. I'm just messing around with it at the mo, as I've had a couple of planned breaks, but I'm gonna be back on it with a vengeance after my birthday! X x
  224. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Well I had a great night at the Bingo - we won the life changing total of £4 each, but had a really good laugh anyway. Bingo was followed by many, many drinks in the various bars nearby...I'd made the stupid decision to take vokda out with me in my handbag, so while I think had a good time, I...
  225. Alex_1978

    And it starts

    Wohoo! Well done on getting to goal....and ahead of time too :) That's great news - you really are an inspiration! I had the macaroni cheese for the first time the other day too....it's lovely isn't it? I had it with peppers and mushrooms... will definitely be ordered more of them :) x
  226. Alex_1978

    My Diary

    It's been gorgeous weather hasn't it KB? And I've been stuck in a training session all day :( Did you get any more walking done today? You put me to shame - I'm such a lazy ar$e these days! Keep it up though...I'm sure that 2lbs will be gone by the next weigh in, and maybe more besides :D Have...
  227. Alex_1978

    Blue's going from flab to fab in 2012

    Blue, did you know that you can get bra extenders? I think I've seen them in Avon but I bet you can get them on eBay as well. They just hook on to the bra fastening and give you an extra 2-3 inches around the back. X
  228. Alex_1978

    Total Solution The final stage

    They say the average is 7-14lbs on a VLCD. I lost 18lbs but I was a fair bit heavier than you, and I'd eaten my own body weight in junk food just before starting! x
  229. Alex_1978

    Total Solution The final stage

    Just wanted to say hello and welcome :) I'd never done a VLCD until I started Exante last September, but it's the best thing I could've ever done! Just get through the first few days, go steady on the exercise, listen to your body (but not if it's telling you to eat ;)) find distractions to take...
  230. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Almost forgot to say - it was weigh in this morning! I lost 6.5lbs, and the man lost 1lb. I'm really pleased with that actually - it means that I've only got another 3.5lbs to go to clear my London gain, which I'd like to do before my next week off which is in two weeks time. I know that doesn't...
  231. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Yeah, I'm in the same boat Ali, although I haven't had anything that would knock me out of Ketosis. I think these short stints on Exante aren't doing me any favours really - I've just had a week off, gained 10lbs, re-lost 6.5lbs...next weekend I've got a night off for a leaving do, then it's...
  232. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Haha yeah, that was a bit mental! Like I said on FB, I'd completely forgotten about Sport Relief, so I did a huge double take when I saw Bertie Bassett walking down the street! S&S stands for Slim and Save by the way - it's another VLCD similar to Exante, but has a slightly wider variety of...
  233. Alex_1978

    am totally scunnered

    Oooh dear, sounds like you're really suffering there! Do you think you're constipated, and that's what's causing the bloating? If so, don't start the psyllium husks right away. They're only useful if you're not already bunged up....if you are bunged up then you need to clear it first. Try...
  234. Alex_1978

    What is your goal? Weight/dress size/date?

    When I started Exante, I thought my goal would be 12st 7 (lowest adult weight) and that when I got there I'd try to maintain or lose a bit more with Weight Watchers. Now I'm at that weight (or I was until I went on a food bender last week :eek:) I think I want to carry on with Exante and see...
  235. Alex_1978

    And it starts

    Well done on the STS - that's not bad at all considering that you fell off the wagon last weekend :D Have you tried any of the S&S stuff yet? I love the old style chilli, and the new mushroom pasta - still got the new spaghetti, chilli and macaroni cheese to try. Is it really sad that I'm quite...
  236. Alex_1978

    chocolate shake

    Don't forget everyone that if you're using water from the kettle, don't use a shaker...I had a near miss with some hot exploding water, and I'm not the only one! :D Hand blenders, or milk frothers are your best bet for getting the lumps out!
  237. Alex_1978

    Hello

    Hello and welcome :D This forum is the best source of information and support that you'll ever find! Good luck! :D
  238. Alex_1978

    Exante non-scale victories (NSV's!)

    Being able to paint my toenails and breathe at the same time :) Having loads more room in the bed (my fella and I have lost about 11 stone between us since September - which would've been the equivalent of a whole extra person in the bed with us!) Buying my first ever size 14 item since my...
  239. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Still plodding on nicely here - and the ketostix are saying that I'm back in ketosis :) Ordered some samples of the new S&S meals the other day to try. I was already having the cottage pie (tolerable) and the chilli (lovely) but I ordered and tried the mushroom pasta the other day with a few...
  240. Alex_1978

    Anyone eat on wk 5 of ts ??????????

    I did an AAM week in week 9 when I first started Exante - just because it was roughly the half way point between my start date and Christmas. I don't know many people who do it after every fourth week - most tend to follow the 12 week rule instead. As the above poster stated, Exante recommend a...
  241. Alex_1978

    Favourite products?

    I mix and match S&S with Exante, so I usually post on that forum, but I just wanted to say that I tried the new mushroom pasta last night, with a few mushrooms, peppers and garlic powder, and it was absolutely gorgeous! I also love the crispy chocolate shake, which I make up into a thick...
  242. Alex_1978

    Anyone else not lose the stone a month?

    I don't lose anywhere near a stone per month unfortunately. I do lose a lot in my first week though (18lbs the first time, and 10.5lbs the second time) which kinda helps balance things out. I also know that there's no way I'd reliably lose 7-10lbs in a month doing any other diet, because I'm too...
  243. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thanks both of you :D I'm still going strong-ish with my re-start :) Made the mistake of hopping onto the scales this morning, expecting a drop overnight, but found that I'd actually lost a big fat nothing! It was also my first day back in work today, and it's been absolutely horrendous. Really...
  244. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    I've had a great week thanks :D Eaten far too much food, and drank far too much alcohol, but I'm back and raring to go again. With the hecticness of last weekend, I forgot to post our weigh-in results so I'll backtrack a bit now and fill in the gaps! Considering that we weighed a day early, I...
  245. Alex_1978

    Total Solution Double Trouble...The Exante Duo!

    Thank you so much everyone :) I'm really touched by all your lovely comments! I know I've still got a little way to go yet, but it's good to take stock of where I've come from, and think about where I might want to get to. London is only a couple of days away (can't wait!) but I'm still...
  246. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    Sorry to hear that you're not well Ali :( Hope you feel better soon x
  247. Alex_1978

    Last re-start ever, this time i'll do it.....35lbs to go!!!!

    Aw Shelly, don't be too hard on yourself. You know that it's mostly water, so it should be gone in no time, as long as you draw a line under it and get straight back on the packs. One bad day shouldn't ruin a whole week of TS x
  248. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    I'd be laughing all the way to the pizza shop ;)
  249. Alex_1978

    Blue's going from flab to fab in 2012

    Good luck with the swap BB - I love S&S products, especially the chocolate crispy shake. I made it up to the same thickness as a yoghurt/mousse and it felt REALLY indulgent. If I like all the new stuff they're bringing out over the next week or so, I can see myself ditching my beloved Exante...
  250. Alex_1978

    Total Solution tubbynomore WILL get in the 11's...

    If only we could hey? :D
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