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  1. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    Well, I'm on week 8 and struggling, I know I shouldn't because I lost 36lbs, but I've had the munchies for 2 days now :( I almost raided the kids Haribo tub! I'm drinking my water, and shakes/soups but still need to have a meal out planned to look forward to. I'm off on holidays in a week and...
  2. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    I know, but the double edge sword of CD is I know if I make the wrong choices. I can SS and it will come off again quickly - then restarting has its own problems -I'm my own worst enemy which is why I allowed myself to go back up to 17st! :eek:
  3. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    Gill You'll be grand! This plan works, no ifs or buts! Hope day 2 is going well for you - Once you get past day four you'll be flying! AMxx
  4. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    I'm doing grand, hit my 2 1/2 st this morning - I'm a serial weigher! So happy with how mine's moving - Long way to go yet! Heading to the gym in a bit. Just found out though I've got three nights out next month - all weekends after each other :( but :). Was planning to move up to 1000 cal...
  5. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    And you will :) CD is magic like that!
  6. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source First Weigh in Sat

    fantastic - Well done xx
  7. amm451

    Step3 1000kcal Sole Source Step 3! New at all this! encouragement needed!

    Mouthwash helps, I always keep a toothbrush and toothpaste in my handbag too!
  8. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Mid Week weigh ins!

    Oh, I'm firmly in the other camp. I'm a serial weigher! It keeps me motivated and reminds me every morning of my goal! I hate getting on the scales infront of my CDC! In fact I dread it even though I am loosing - It just means I have to face up to the fact and admit what weight I am. I like...
  9. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source First Weigh in Sat

    Hope the weigh in went well Heidi :)
  10. amm451

    newbie

    Well done tee, day one is always tricky - stick with it over the next few days - it gets grim, but I've been there too many times. Keep thinking about mexico and it will help you get through it - the water definitely helps. Best of luck. AMxx
  11. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Had a cheeky weigh in on Day 5 (today)

    WOW thats fantastic - and keep remembering that feeling over the next seven weeks and you'll stay on plan easy :)
  12. amm451

    Guilty

    Draw a line, and get back on plan, you should be grand. I've had a few slips since restarting and only when alcohol was involved did I gain. Stay positive - no guilt whats done is done :) AMxx
  13. amm451

    Cor blimey!!... When you put it like that...!!!

    Fantastic - I love the way this diet happens so fast - its only when you really think about it that the enormity of it hits, Keep up the good work :) AMxx
  14. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    How's it going Nazz? feeling better? not hungry anymore? Headache lifted? I hope you are doing well - let me know how the WI goes. AMxx
  15. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    Hi Nikie, thanks for the post :) Yeah, I'm obsessed with cookery programmes too! At least watching yummy stuff makes me feel quite righteous :) loving GBBO who do you want to win? I was gutted Catherine got kicked off :( I'm lucky, I rarely eat what I bake and I love baking. The poor dog is...
  16. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Starting Monday, just prepping.....nervous

    Welcome and good luck. I started at a similar weight to you a few weeks ago. Take it one day at a time and once you get through the first week, its all easier from there :)
  17. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    Ok, so I've met my mini goals, so now I need to think of some more - the big one is to stop smoking, but one thing at a time. Forgot to weigh myself this morniing as things were a little hectic, but at least i should get a nice surprise tomoro. I always find weekends tough, so I brought a stack...
  18. amm451

    Hi All - Back Again!

    Good luck - I've the same goal but I'm much further away LOL so I'll be here a while :)
  19. amm451

    Day three and thinking about giving up

    Three days is an achievement, but honestly I feel better on day four, even better on day five and a few days later I'm on the top of the world - must be why I keep stacking the weight back on, and keep restarting ;) You have done the hard part - hungry for three days - you might even be in...
  20. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    feeling good today although dreaded getting bloods done, as I knew I would want a treat after - and hey presto my body shop clearance delivery arrived to save me from myself - so I will be getting a good scrub tonight lol. I am a little behind on my schedule - so just off now to have my second...
  21. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    WHOO HOO Well done 123 hope - That's a fantastic week one loss :) Hopefully you will get another big loss before it steadies off :)
  22. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    Fantastic, glad u had a good day :) take it one day at a time, one stone at a time :)
  23. amm451

    Hot not boiling?

    I'm the same - not so keen on chewy bars, love the peanut, and choc mint. I keep cranberry for when there's nothing left lol :)
  24. amm451

    here we go again on our own!!!

    You can do this! We're all here so get online when u feel u might cave :) Good luck for tomorrow xx
  25. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source CHEWING GUM

    first time round I used sugar free, but it didn't really help - just made me hungry :(
  26. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    I made it to the gym last night and as a result slept well. I really love how I feel when I'm back on track :) Although I almost slept in too late this morning! Had a wee visit to my CDC to stock up, so have a few wee treats (chewy bars) for the next few weeks, and more water flavouring so I...
  27. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    HI Nazz, I'm doing well 32lbs off so can't complain :) Its will happen for you if you stick 100% on plan :) CD is great that way ;) hope today is going well for you
  28. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source New

    Hi Joukie, Not an aussie but wanted to say hi and wish you the best of luck! The before after threads can be motivational, but also creating a list of why you want to loose weight can be a powerful tool. I like to think about what I plan to do when I'm skinny :) (other than eat food and not...
  29. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Advice: do i have 3rd shake just because i should??

    I'm the same, I've seen myself drag my butt out of bed to go get third pack! I either forget or just don't feel hungry - but its definitely important to do all three as your body needs all the good stuff to burn the fat :)
  30. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Day 1 8/10/12

    Hey Nazz, Been on this diet before and restarted at the end of August, whats so different about this diet is the weight seems to melt off! and NO exercise in required. The first week is tricky as its a mental battle. But stick to it and you will look fab at your christmas parties :) Expect big...
  31. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    That's a full week done since a weekend break. Finally feeling ok, although wouldn't recommend drinking coke zero, as I would swear I've been hungrier! Heading off to the gym shortly to do a bit of gentle exercise :)
  32. amm451

    Step 1 Sole Source Time for do-over

    Well I'm back, I've returned a few times, always seems I get back on track then something major happens and I have to rest and then I eat! Well, I've been back on SS for just over a month with a couple of planned breaks for a wedding and an event that was planned months ago - which I was...
  33. amm451

    Zumba

    Your welcome, let me know if you drop the dress size they say you should!
  34. amm451

    Do I eat before or after the gym?

    Zest and a few other health and fitness mags suggest protein afterwards, with a recent study saying dairy protein after for women is best. To be honest I reckon do what feels right, everybody is different and just listen to your body :)
  35. amm451

    Zumba

    I bought the set ... it cost £50.00 and I definitely got that value last year. Zumba Fitness® is one of the fastest-growing dance-based fitness workouts You also get the toning maracas too. One of the DVD's has all the moves broken down so you can learn them first .... a workout in itself :)
  36. amm451

    Zumba

    I have the DVD's loved it last year ... Thanks ladies you've motivated me to dig them out and have another go :)
  37. amm451

    Natural way to quit smoking?

    Six months ago, I read Allen Carr - haven't smoked since - or even really thought about smoking!
  38. amm451

    Anyone got ideas for what to eat with hard-boiled eggs?

    I love hard boiled eggs for kedgeree and pasta salads yum yum
  39. amm451

    Hi everyone, I'm new here!

    Still trying to get my head around the Hex's... it's where I slipped up last time I think. Yes, was going to continue to have semi-skimmed in my tea... I only have 2 or 3 cups a day so should think that's ok?? Yeah, I tend to slip up with Hexs too - So I have to be pretty anal about it and...
  40. amm451

    Hi everyone, I'm new here!

    Hiya, and welcome back! Breakfast - poached egg on multigrain (needs to be synned as multigrain isn't a HexB) bread and some berries/fat free vanilla activia yoghurt. Lunch - big homemade tuna nicoise salad (baby spinach, tuna (needs to be weighed for Hex b), hard-boiled egg, green beans...
  41. amm451

    Hartley's Tinned Rhubarb

    ps stewed rhubarb can be counted as a Hexb
  42. amm451

    Porridge

    PS its 350ml of skimmed milk as a HexA
  43. amm451

    Parsnips Syns?

    198g (raw) is a hexb on red
  44. amm451

    Drinks and Sauces

    I swear by tesco summer fruit squash - no added sugar and its free!
  45. amm451

    old forum member returning AGAIN!

    Hi Karen, we've met on here before lol.... I am back at it today.... been trying all week but without much success... so here's to a 100% day today. welcome back and good luck for your new journey Anne-Marie x
  46. amm451

    3 large tins of chocs in 1wk

    Hey debbie, welcome to minis you'll find so much help from all the lovely people on here
  47. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    Hi Debby, Gosh we all have days like this. I know exactly what you mean - My friends are the same - we go out on a fri/sat nite - I count my drinks, don't eat takeaway, they blow everything have mcd's the next day and still loose double me! I hate to be the bearer of bad news scan bran are...
  48. amm451

    Let's talk about tea!

    Rooibos earl grey rocks!
  49. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    looks good - I'm doing ee today too. I feel bloated and awful too! bring on wi tonight andf lets get it over and done with :0)
  50. amm451

    My eating and exercise plan.. opinions please!

    At the moment its not lol! operation is to remove fibroids - hence being back on CD for a few weeks to loose it quickly date keeps going back grrr
  51. amm451

    how do you get through those tough days?

    Usually I am in the gym everyday and that helps - I have been in pain for the past 3 days so not working out - hence eating crap and wanting to smoke lol...... I haven't, I won't I'll eat chocolate first lol Thanks for the hints and tips xx
  52. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    Donnie, some people in England call it soda - I don't syn it as if I have it its usually indicative of me going completely off the rails ;o( Its so addictive and bad and lovely! I didn't even have proper butter and it was still lush lol Debby, I am in pain cos I have a rather large fibroid...
  53. amm451

    Lunch Ideas please

    have a wee look at the food diaries and recipes for some inspiration - they really help me out! PS well done for getting back on track!
  54. amm451

    how do you get through those tough days?

    So its almost three months since my last ciggie, but today is the first day it has bothered me - to be honest today is the first time I have considered having a smoke. I have eaten everything around me - what tips/strategies do you guys use to get through the really tough days? Thanks in advance!
  55. amm451

    My eating and exercise plan.. opinions please!

    haha I remember you saying something about that!!! Hows it going? My head is away with it - what are you studying? I'm doing ok - operation date has been put back so about to go on holiday for a few weeks and hope someone gets sick as I am first on the waiting list! on the Sw pages there's a...
  56. amm451

    My eating and exercise plan.. opinions please!

    Hello stranger!!! Good to see you back - yeah it looks good - be careful of your evening carbs - They are the ones I avoid! I don't do well with wheat so couldn't follow what you are doing - have you looked at SW recipes for some ideas? might help so you don't get bored! Are you still in...
  57. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    The counter straight ahead as you walk in has the sw stuff - its labelled and if you say they are more than happy to help! look slike u r doing really well - I fell off the wagon this week - been in a lot of pain and comfort eating - think I had half a loaf of wheaten this morning ooopsie :0)
  58. amm451

    wow i am unfit!

    Isn't owning it enough? lol
  59. amm451

    Smoked Salmon

    I love it with scrambled egg or in an omlette
  60. amm451

    Lemon Cheesecake Muller..

    Me too and the great thing is they come in at 1.5 syns each - good enough to have two lol!
  61. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    You're doing great Debby, a mile walk is great - how long is it taking you? try timing it and doing it a little quicker each time - if you don't fancy going longer! I know what you mean by people eating grapes/bananas - I just know what I have eaten on my slower weeks! Usually I hate fruit...
  62. amm451

    Any bluegrassers?

    I am a huge Alison Krauss fan - loved the stuff with union station!
  63. amm451

    urgent .....avocado

    Sorry mine rarely last longer than one day lol
  64. amm451

    urgent .....avocado

    put it in a bag with the stone and some lemon juice and stick in the fridgde!
  65. amm451

    Northern Ireland slimmers

    Hi everyone - just spotted this thread this evening - cheers debs! I'm from Bangor and have been on/off sw for over a year! Keep her lite and we'll be xmas crackers not xmas puds lol Paula, how are you finding the millisle group? The leader took us one week - have to say I left early...
  66. amm451

    Sweet Cravings?

    raspberry ruffles are 6 syns too. I also have highlights dark choc - they come in 1.5 syns each. The white choc options is lovely in 0% total greek yogurt ;0) HTH AMx
  67. amm451

    People who use little or no syns...

    I use mine on ketchup, hot choc - when I need that fix, mayo, pesto, gravy, curly wurlys - when nothing else will do, (first time round it was solely alcohol:eek:). Some days I use no syns, or even Hexs - just not hungry - I do eat alot of speed and superspeed foods. (I am by no means...
  68. amm451

    My re-start Diary.....

    :) Your menus look good. However some things that work for me - red days - get some extra speed in.... fish see you can have your fish supper :D I find with fizzy that I retain water so avoid anything fizzy for two days before the wi! careful with the grapes (blueberries and bananas...
  69. amm451

    EE - Cereal Bars ??? confusion

    Its the alpen lights that are Hex b's. Regular alpens don't count. The summer fruits alpen lights sound similar if you want to give them a go!
  70. amm451

    24/7 eating: Am I abusing free food?

    Hi there, I do the original plan but on my hungry days my food list would make yours look like a famine lol The only thing I would say is get in more of those speed and super speed foods so add lots of melon, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and grapefruit to the list!
  71. amm451

    urgent .....avocado

    I think its about 11 syns per avocado!!!!!
  72. amm451

    Slimming and the menopause.

    Hi Ladies, I am 31 but have been given medication to put my body into menopause for 6 months. Although I have been told that it won't affect my weightloss all the information I have read has told me that menopausal women hold weight around their middle. Hot flushes and mood swings for me...
  73. amm451

    Talk about out to get me!!!

    OMG that sounds divine!!!! well at least you are back ontrack! Well done
  74. amm451

    Oh no! Muller light disappointment!

    I love the orange with choc sprinkles too! If you find them individually please let me know!!!!
  75. amm451

    What happens if you don't have enough syns?

    our cons says you can save your syns, although she does recommend not doing this as it does lead to the binge mentality!
  76. amm451

    Oh no! Muller light disappointment!

    our consultant says its because of the cherry layer!
  77. amm451

    Ryvita

    5 if you opt for oat or scan bran!
  78. amm451

    Can't wait for dinner this evening

    I'm having cod, and stirfry veg when I get in from wi.... lets hope there's a loss!
  79. amm451

    Having soup that isn't a HE!?

    Personally I can't get away with any tweaking - sorry I am no help!
  80. amm451

    Any suggestions for cold drinks without sweetener?

    I like to add mint to water too!
  81. amm451

    new to slimming world

    Hi Lush, I find red works better for me but I throw in a green day every 10 days or so just to shake my body up! Glad you are getting the hang of it. It does get easier!
  82. amm451

    Am I food obsessive?

    Yeah I can't eat potatos or rye or wheat so have to be inventive! LOL
  83. amm451

    Am I food obsessive?

    lentils or beans will do the same and really make georgous soups xx
  84. amm451

    new to slimming world

    Yes on a red day eat as much bacon as you want. on a green day weigh it and it counts as a healthy extra b choice or syn it! When I first started sw I did green days as it was so much easier for me! lots of soups with lentils or barley, chilli/bolognese made with quorn mince, stirfrys with...
  85. amm451

    I'm getting an acti-fry!!

    apparently 1 tbsp of oil is needed and if you use extra virgin then its a Hex b!
  86. amm451

    SW Directory - Cost?

    My consultant told us not to get one at this time, wait until January!
  87. amm451

    SS and SF

    I have been having an extra healthy b choice as my syns.... seems to be working for me!
  88. amm451

    Oatibix HEX?

    Just checked the website, flakes and bites only.... sorry to be the bearer of bad news!
  89. amm451

    I'm getting an acti-fry!!

    balance.... all chip pans carry risks.... just be sensible.... caution when in use and hidden when intoxicated lol PS I want one!
  90. amm451

    Am I food obsessive?

    I completely agree with what has already been said. You are following the plan and are on course for good losses. It always amazes me - no one tells us we are putting on weight, but they all love to tell us when to stop dieting/following a plan! Stay healthy, stay balanced and stay in...
  91. amm451

    new to slimming world

    Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step to the new you! Firstly, load up on free and superfree foods. Eat lots of speed foods, these will help your weightloss and help to speed your metabolism - meaning you'll burn more calories even when you are sleeping whoo hoo! Write down...
  92. amm451

    Hello - Newbie here!

    Hi Sara and welcome. Do you eat eggs? omelette dishes can be bought for the microwave and SW quiche is a godsend for me! Other than that I do ryvita/scan bran and cottage cheese, some of the soups from Hex B, fruit salad, kedgeree if you're on extra easy. Hope this helps. good luck :0)
  93. amm451

    Help - I'm frightened to eat.

    Ok, so you need to learn to trust the plan, you will never stick to this longterm eating the same things, there are so many choices, have a nosy at the food diaries and get some ideas.... You need to eat lots for this plan to work - remember your speed foods! good luck
  94. amm451

    EE breakfast ideas not using HEXs?

    I chop a banana, an apple and throw some berries into a bowl and then dump a heap of total 0% yogurt on top, I have this nearly every day.
  95. amm451

    SS and SF

    Why don't you try success express as this is exactly what its designed for? just an idea, that way you aren't missing out on fibre, protein etc. or Rely on red days, there are lots of speed items.... cod, chicken and of course quorn. make sure you use your healthy extras - choose speed...
  96. amm451

    double up

    Yep... you are 100% on the right track! enjoy x
  97. amm451

    guilt

    I felt the same way originally..... you can do green without pasta or potatos! However trust the plan and eat. Make sure you use your healthy extras.... the secret is eat lots of superfree foods!
  98. amm451

    Power Walking (fitness walking)

    You could probably call my feeble jogging attempts power walking lol. I jog once/twice a week, but do a fast paced walk 2/3 times a weeks - wouldn't go so far as to call it power walking. Congrats on finding painfree exercise. I was reading an exercise magazine this week that claimed little...
  99. amm451

    LC extra lite cheese triangles

    I like them on apple slices, or tomato slices or rolled up with smoked salmon, cooked ham. Or make 'sauce' for pasta with them.
  100. amm451

    What's the one tip you would give to anyone starting

    My Advice: Trust the plan and eat!
  101. amm451

    Swapping Healthy Extras - cheating or not??

    Don't be worrying about going slightly over, our consultant has recently told us that we can do our syns weekly. So you have 105 over the week to play with!
  102. amm451

    parsnips syn value

    the rule for whats not free on red is 3 ps and a s peas, parsnip, potatos and sweetcorn!
  103. amm451

    Extra Easy Days Is this too much food???

    Or try throwing berries/chopped fruit into your mullers!
  104. amm451

    SW Directory - Cost?

    The new one will be out in January!
  105. amm451

    Hammies Diary

    I get ya now! lol its funny how we all have wi day rituals and habits! Let us know how it goes and how you are getting on!
  106. amm451

    Slimming World Food Optimising Book

    Sue, what did you use your Hex B's on and what days do you typically do? 28g cereal, 4 ryvita, 2 slices wholemeal(400g loaf) 57g roll red: 71g garden peas, 35g wholegrain pasta, 198g new pot/parsnip or 227g baking pot. hope that helps a bit, the food diaries might be able to help you out...
  107. amm451

    Slimming World Food Optimising Book

    Hi Sue, I take it there's no group near you in spain??? Hex a are your milk and cheese. You can get these online - will get told off if I give you the password on here! Basically 350ml skimmed milk, and/or 42g reduced fat cheese. Thats all I use so really all I remember. I am sure someone else...
  108. amm451

    Can anyone take a look...

    done!
  109. amm451

    Hammies Diary

    Hi Linda, Just popped on for a nosy as I saw your request on the main page. Diary looks great - lots oof variety to keep you from getting bored! Just a few bits:Do you weigh/measure your HEX? Don't forget to syn the sf jelly! Friday looks to me like a red day... not an ee sp be sure...
  110. amm451

    Refunds on SW

    The only people i know who it doesn't work for straight off is those who have moved from a VLCD e.g. Lighter life, Cambridge etc and haven't done the maintenance/refeed phases!
  111. amm451

    Am getting so bored please HELPI

    How about using your Hexa lc triangles instead of butter? Also you seem to be using alot of quorn, Do you not eat red meat or fish? Perhaps it would help to try some of the recipes from the magazine, or website. I haven't touched gravy on this plan since I don't know when! I use lots of soy...
  112. amm451

    Extra Easy low syn puddings????????

    Still free! Enjoy :0)
  113. amm451

    Extra Easy low syn puddings????????

    I am a huge fan of total 0% yogurt with everything! But last night stirred in the white choc options, it was lush! Have you checked out the SW website for pudding recipes? Frozen mullers go down quite well too. I just tried mixing quark and toffee muller then freezing.... a bit like toffee...
  114. amm451

    This is a miracle for me..

    well done pepperpot, what an achievement, you should be very proud of yourself! I quit 2 months ago with allen carr.... going ok, most days I don't even think about it!
  115. amm451

    Exercise DVDs??

    Hi Amber, I love 10 minute solutions, I have most of the range... its great fro doing a fifty minute workout or in bitesize segments when you haven't got the time. Zumba is also a cracking workout, although a bit expensive, well worth it. Davina is always a staple too. Hope these...
  116. amm451

    Omg just how can this be justified?

    Hi Hun, I have similar gains, u r not alone! r u drinking enough? I find that I retain fluid as soon as I reintroduce carbs, so you need to drink more to flush! also are you sure the grilled chicken salad from McD's is syn free?
  117. amm451

    Scrambled Egg

    Add a bit of quark to them too! Its lush!
  118. amm451

    I love one pots!

    Yeahbut put them on a plate so they don't spill everywhere, I am also the queen of tupperware, the only problem is I have no idea whether my soup for tomoro is butternut squash and sweet potato or carrot and lentil lol
  119. amm451

    Original Please Help

    Hi there, Is it that you are working and don't have the facilities? I tend to do red but stick to a vege type diet with lots of quorn, rarely any proper meat! I have: SW quiche, cheese on toast, fruit salad- yoghurt &cereal, bacon butty, omelette (I think you can buy a microwave container...
  120. amm451

    I love one pots!

    Oooohhh ladies, you've got me started, all I've made recently in mine is soup. Going to start on casseroles, chili's etc this week! I make loads and freeze portions, then I have my very own ready meals in the freezer. One of the best inventions in the world ever!
  121. amm451

    Time saveing ideas?

    I roast loads of veg then freeze in containers or bags, then I can use for soups, pasta sauces, or as a side! great for busy tumes. My freezer is chocker full of soups, veg and ready made meals lol
  122. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    Remember the more you drink the quicker you shrink!
  123. amm451

    Green Days Amber has cookery on Monday....

    Or alternatively, a pineapple boat for dessert.... 1/4 pineapple, leaves still on, cut out flesh, mix with a little soy sauce (sounds bizarre but tastes really good) and seasonal fruit, redcurrants etc. Serve with yogurt/cream
  124. amm451

    Green Days Amber has cookery on Monday....

    How bout yogurt drizzled with passionfruit, raspberries and mandarin segments yummy, free and can be presented beautifully!
  125. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    Yeah it was like that for me too.... its easier without food, as soon as I introduce it that's when I have problems! Good luck for tomoro babe.... you'll be grand
  126. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    you are very welcome so hows it going?
  127. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    You are 100% correct.... I always diluted mine and as I say split at least one. Then you can mix and match e.g. choc banana lol
  128. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    Not been on for a while but 16.5L since my last post 263.75 litres
  129. amm451

    can it be done

    Lesser me, STS is so much better than a gain. I spoke to some of the fuys at my gym because my weight is doing silly things at the moment. I have heard that metabolism can slow when you stop smoking, it can take 2 weeks to catch up..... bear with it, it will come off if you are sticking to plan...
  130. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    WOO HOO Congratulations.... well done you
  131. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    You'll do great, perhaps try splitting the shakes as you are only allowed three per day rather than 4 you were used to on LL ..... it helped get me through! ps The Choc mint rocks
  132. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    Cambridge diet..... there are lots of steps but we are talking about sole source
  133. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    You'll do great on CD, I come off just as you go on lol....Alledgely the flavours on CD are better too!
  134. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    whoo hoo go girl, you almost got that first week down!
  135. amm451

    vibroplate?

    Your welcome. Check out beauty salons too.... I know of two locally that have power plates! Don't forget to do some cardio..... I did CD and swore by daily hour long walks.
  136. amm451

    Where to find Quark ??

    Newtownards and Bangor. Sainsburys keep it too.
  137. amm451

    vibroplate?

    Hi Mummy tummy, I have used the plates in the past but in conjunction with cardio and resistance training so can't really comment. Too be honest, I didn't like using them if there were other people in the gym as your wobbly bits really wobble, even bits I thought were toned wobble! Good...
  138. amm451

    Running- Is this normal???

    I find that my shins also hurt when I wear old running shoes.... Good luck!
  139. amm451

    Where to find Quark ??

    I buy it in tesco or asda... go to customer services and ask them to order it in!
  140. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    Clare sounds like you are having a great diet day (although dentist sucks)... and a great week on the old CD wish I had ur strength... I'm just not cut out for CD steps lol. SW is gr8 love that I can eat anytime... sticking to fruit veg and protein though, I don't really do cheese so don't...
  141. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    Hows Day 4 going???
  142. amm451

    1st October Challenge

    ok fess up time now.... since moving up to ss+, 810 done little other than cheat.... so have now moved to another 'convential' diet don't think I will make the target, but will give it my best shot!
  143. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    pedometer isn't so reliable. Monday 10k walk, 3k run, 1200 steps on stepper and 3.2k on the xtrainer = 17400 Tuesday:3k run, 1200 steps on stepper and 3.2k on the xtrainer =7400 Wednesday: 3k run, 1200 steps on stepper and 3.2k on the xtrainer =7400 Thursday 5k walk 3k run, 1200 steps on...
  144. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Sounds like a good plan Bren. Slimming world is about food combining. So essentially I am sticking to the original plan.... lots of protein. I measure milk and weigh cheese. Can eat as many muller light yogurts and lotsof fruit and veg. Loving the fact that I can eat without feeling...
  145. amm451

    I'm back, this time till its gone!

    Thanks everyone for the words of encouragement and support. So I am officially on day 3 original all the way. Days 1 & 2 have had only one Hex, and no syns. Today I am having all my Hex and 2 syns.... realised the quorn cocktail sausages aren't free lol. Loving the plan and think I am eating...
  146. amm451

    I'm back, this time till its gone!

    Hello, Just wanted to say hi, I have just returned to SW on Monday and having rarely done red days last time round I am loving them this time.... lets hope the scales do too. Let me introduce myself... my name is Anne-Marie, I'm 31 and have just done a food replacement diet to lose 2.5...
  147. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Way to go Bren... yeah I was trying to work up the plans but not so good when I had 5 days straight of going up on the scales instead of down lol.... at least I am doing something productive having a life and am never hungry! Enjoy your break and catching up.... you deserve it x
  148. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    yeah haven't been 100% in a week... rejoinned slimming world last night so no more CD for me.... I'm fine without food, just not so good once I start to add it in! Find out more info from the consultant on the 5th Oct hope you are having fun!
  149. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    well done clare 100%. And a loss.. better off than on! I'm off the wagon completely. Gave up and re-joinned slimming world this evening.... something that has been in my head for some time now! Good luck with the rest of your journeyxx
  150. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    ok so I am on it now.... (steps away from the chocolate) Chat tomoro.... no excuses x
  151. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    ok I'll have to start tomoro though as today definitely hasn't gone to plan ooops
  152. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    clare great attitude..... I'm in the same boat, last week with the food hangover but my resolve only got me through 3 full days 100% why don't we see if we can hit a mini challenge this week???? hows about 1 day 100% 2 days 100% 3 days 100% 4 days 100% 5 days 100% 6 days 100% 1 week 100%...
  153. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    well done jenny , 11,151 for me So.... 138,829
  154. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Almost 100% so far today.... just doing some extra protein!
  155. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    ok so three days 100% 810 then Thursday had a nouthful of icecream, friday had 3 sweeties. Not going to worry about it as I have the binging under control by the looks of things as a mouthful didn't turn into a whole mcflurry and 3 sweets didn't turn into the bag whoo hoo lets bring it on a week...
  156. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    ok so no pedometer for me yesterday but did 6,000 in the gym on tread mill and step and cross trainer. 115,435
  157. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    1lb a week.... its not much and on amy convential diet it could be done... on our calories and with exercise (not necessarily gym) minimum 5 times per week, we will get this done!
  158. amm451

    Week 22 weigh in and I'm "NORMAL" YIPPEE!

    well done and congratulation Liz, You soooo know your own body.... you were feeling the need to move up to 810 now you have to!!! Enjoy eating xx
  159. amm451

    Last Day today!

    Lizz, you have made a brave decision... and I think the right one. Its so hard to move on up and you are ready.... Enjoy the wedding and I hope there loads of people there who you haven't seen in 20 weeks... what a shocker!!
  160. amm451

    19th Wife

    I had this book recommended to me this summer.... its still on the shelf... will have to get it started :0)
  161. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    ok so I feel a 10 week challenge coming on.... Lets do it Bren... not in terms of diet.... perhaps an exercise challenge whatcha think? Thats 1lb per week with an extra 2 to spare.... we can do this!
  162. amm451

    100% we can do it!!

    ooops not quite 100% today... does one mouthful of ice cream count???
  163. amm451

    100% we can do it!!

    my Mini challenge get through day 4 810!
  164. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    10724 for me today so running total = 67648
  165. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    just breathe out and its gone lol. I know its that chatterbox voice..... loads of excuses but chatted with my CDC and she agrees that it was time to move up the plans as we don't know how much the fibroid weighs lol. Lets hope it 7lb or more hehe. Going to see how I manage on 810 for a...
  166. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Glad to hear you are having a good day and feeling thin... I'll be here waiting on ya when you get back hun.... just enjoy and chill!
  167. amm451

    Monumental Fall from grace! HELP!

    well done lizz, loving the positive mental attitude right now.... so much better and healthier.... :0) did you get the pm?
  168. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    As expected, after 3 days off plan last week, thats a +3lb this week. Oh well, booked a wi next week to keep me on track, lets hope after the 3 days off plan... I get a good first week loss lol!
  169. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    well done you - I found 3 of it! lol
  170. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    wi is later on.... expecting a gain to be honest but its all good.... gonna to see how long I can manage on 810 but at least one more full week then up to 1000. just going to wait and see!
  171. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    You'll be fine... the motivation is there.... your diet break did you the power of good.... your scale break will be the same xx gonna miss you!
  172. amm451

    O/T Fake Tan

    the st moritz is a good first timer..... not too orange just be careful; round knees and ankles..... Bath should be fine! Good luck girlies
  173. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    So Thats AMM451 Tryer redkoala jennybelte pinkpunkstarrx Good luck everyone.... I wonder how long it will take us? Stepping Total- 45,253
  174. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Well done Bren, enjoy your break and the carnival..... I want loads of gossip when you get back!!! We'll both be skinnier by then whoo hoo
  175. amm451

    can it be done

    Well done lesser me!
  176. amm451

    can it be done

    Hi I choose to be a nonsmoker two weeks ago now at least £84 richer hehe. I am doing CD and have had a difficult week... however I believe this is due to moving up the plans rather than nicotine withdrawal. I used Alan Carr.... Easyway to stop smoking book... so much more successful for me...
  177. amm451

    FOOTWEAR HELP!

    I suppose these are all like MBT and fit flops..... to be honest for the gym I would be looking at trainers that support your feet for the type of exercise that you will be doing. Personally I swear by New Balance and Saucony!
  178. amm451

    Get your pedometer for the MiniMins Steppers league

    Ok so I just added a wee challenge thread.... around the world for anyone thats interested
  179. amm451

    Challenges?

    just added a challenge.... if anyone is interested
  180. amm451

    Round the world challenge - pedometers needed

    According to Wikipedia – that good old trusted website for useless information: It takes : 49,800,0000 steps to walk around the earth Guidelines are that we should be doing 10,000 steps per day So I was thinking CHALLENGE TIME lets see how long it would take us to walk around the world! So...
  181. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Bren, You are a star.... thanks for the post. I had a bit of a crap weekend in terms of diet but an absolutely awesome weekend in terms of friends and parties and getting stuff done! Also had a day off from the gym. Back on plan today.... 810 100% whoo hoo me! Heat pads don't really work...
  182. amm451

    Water question....

    Personally I don't count tea or coffee as they are diaretics(sp?) but do count green tea or peppermint tea. Water flavourings are luch if you are having issues glugging the H20!
  183. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    2.75l for me today :0( running total 217.75 litres
  184. amm451

    O/T Fake Tan

    you picked a good one.... first layer's not orange at all!
  185. amm451

    help pls need sum info!!

    Hi Steph, How much is it a week? about £37-40 depends on your CD counsellor Is it shakes, food etc? shakes, soups, (bars in week 3) for sole source - other plans include convential food Is it similiar to lipotrim? not sure never done lipotrim Where do i get it from? Look on Cambridge website...
  186. amm451

    O/T Fake Tan

    Try using a facecloth if you don't have the spongy gloves.... don't use plastic ones! Don't forget after you wash and dry your hands to do the backs of your hands too! Some are ok for your face but it does depend of course on your skin and how sensitive you are. ps b&M Bargains do a gr8...
  187. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Bren, you are playing about... we both are at the moment. You will sort this out. You are still seeing your CDC.... so therefore under the advice of cambridge.....nothing to feel guilty about. My frame of mind just isn't in anything at the moment. Need to get my head out of my arse and get...
  188. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    another 5.5l for me running total: 178
  189. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Bren, you have your wi this weekend??? Good luck and let us know how it goes!
  190. amm451

    Northern Ireland

    Zoe, the CDC is in Dundonald - Debz and she's fab! .... she charges 1.70 per pack and 2.00 per bar Think tetras are the same as bars.... i don't do them. So 35.70 a week sole source Good luck. Anne-Marie
  191. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    Friday 6l Running total: 169 litres
  192. amm451

    100% today...

    WHOO HOO well done guru.... looks like you got your mojo back!
  193. amm451

    Day 2 Complete... 100%!!!

    Well done for getting through the second day. Moving up is the hardest part.... for me anyway.... Good luck
  194. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    Thurs 4l Running total: 153 litres
  195. amm451

    Apple or Pear?

    mrs essex=lucky B*tch. I'm an apple myself, no bum or hips!!! so really I'm an upside down triangle - horrible to try and dress Thank god for Spanx
  196. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Hun, Don't be feeling guilty! A lot of it is in my head. We must so think alike I changed up my routine and am having a fab day! So here's whats been going on with me... Been in pain.... not managing it well and avoiding painkillers. Been taking my wee cousin to the gym and fitting in...
  197. amm451

    Rainbow is leaving SW again! x

    Glad to see you back..... missing you on here!!!! But very very glad you are busy and keeping 100% xxx
  198. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Bren, You know it is possible to be skinny and MISERABLE!!!! The scales are only one indication! You will be fine. I order you to go out and enjoy company and have a life.... you'll need one to show off your slinky hot bod! Glad the counselling is going well.... we will get there together!
  199. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Ok so am not ssing..... had a bit of a chat with myself and don't want to get back into the binge ss cycle. I am having issues with 810..... 810 it will stay.... I will beat this after all its only 2 weeks.... I can do that right? of course I can! If I can loose the 4/5lb I put on then all good...
  200. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    Another 3l for me... Running total: 149 litres
  201. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    Clare.... when you are checking out a gym... check out body pump.... its fab for toning, changing your shape and raising your metabolism
  202. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    No swim tonight.... stomach is in agony.... no more carby cheats for me lol!!!! Shantel, its one of those funny things some people don't see you for your weight and therefore honestly don't notice others don't want to say!!!!! You are fabulous and brilliant.... keep it up!
  203. amm451

    810 help (AGAIN!)

    Hi Louisie, I posted something very similar yesterday! I am on day3 of 810 and I am starving too. I went majorly off plan last night...It is so not worth going off plan!!!! Today I was going to ss, but in retrospect decided that was too easy.... so I am struggling through. I think its...
  204. amm451

    think its flu and just eaten off plan :o(

    Fell better soon hun x
  205. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    The house is spotless, washing done. 2 black coffees, one shake and 500ml down so far! About to do 2 part-time job applications and update my CV to drop into local schools tomoro. I am determined to sort myself out..... I do and don't know what happened yesterday for me to go so off the...
  206. amm451

    think its flu and just eaten off plan :o(

    Don't beat yourself up.... you ate what your body needed and on reflection you may not have weighed it out and cooked it, but it is still in that little yellow book.... so in my book you are doing brill!!!! How's your water intake??? that can make me tired and lethargic.... Night sweats ... I...
  207. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Well done Bren, Sounds like you have had a fab day.... don't worry too much about the gym.... sounds to me like you are doing plenty!
  208. amm451

    think its flu and just eaten off plan :o(

    How are you today lizz? Feeling any better?
  209. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    you are very welcome hun have a great day ccing xxx
  210. amm451

    HELP!!!! 810 - harder than ss???

    Thanks jj84..... Just a tad annoyed with myself.... but don't plan on dwelling on it. Think I need to just stick with it and try to 810 for a week then move on up to 1000. But hey ho.... back to ss tomoro and perhaps a few other days to get back to where I started this week!!!
  211. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Cheers hun, yeah it started with crisps as I had them in the house.... continued with lots of other stuff.... not going to dwell on it though. I spoke to Debz this evening but Dad arrived in and I got distracted..... not very productive.... but a day or two of ss to get back in the flow should...
  212. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Bren, at the end of the day, your mental state is sounding so much better, and at this time that is way too valuable.... your weight loss will catch up if you are mentally strong! You'll be fine xx
  213. amm451

    HELP!!!! 810 - harder than ss???

    going to have to go back to ss for a day or two to right the wrong that has been this evening.... supposed to do 810 for 2 weeks.... if its really going to be this hard, might just have to skip ahead to 1000...... so not sure what to do! All I know is don't ever want to feel as ill as I do right...
  214. amm451

    think its flu and just eaten off plan :o(

    Lizz, Looks like you and me fell off today..... you only slightly.... sticking to low carb.... I fell off completely and utterly..... not being well also helped me to justify it...... still feel crap.... so at least we can learn to not feed the soul.... cos it just doesn't work. WELL DONE to...
  215. amm451

    HELP!!!! 810 - harder than ss???

    Does anyone else find 810 more difficult than ss? I have completed 6 weeks ss no cheating..... and only 1.5 days 810 :0( I am finding it soooo much harder.... this is when I fell off the wagon last time. And I so want to do this properly this time round. I would really appreciate any...
  216. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    ok so in the last hour and a bit I have completely fallen off the wagon..... started with a packet of crisps and then lets just say it didn't end there but its ended well..... I am glugging the water and about ready to head to bed, going to ss tomoro and try to undo some of the damage done...
  217. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    You'll get there Shantel! Believe me ssing is much easier.... I am constantly starving now that I am eating again
  218. amm451

    Holy Communion

    First time round, I took it and didn't really notice any lapses in wi.
  219. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Meganrose, the water flavouring is very sweet. I put 1tsp in a 2l bottle of fizzy water and this is ok... I prefer the summer berry but am using up my sunshine orange at the moment... it does help get through the water!
  220. amm451

    Nearly 5 stone Progress Pics

    Congratulations hun, you look amazing well done for getting this far, you deserve to look hot!!!!
  221. amm451

    Gym Assessment Tomorrow

    I am so sad.... I need to change my tunes regularly!!! I have back 2 the 90s blaring through... .hated it first time round... but it works for cardio!!! Perhaps I am trying to get away from cheesy Sh1te music!!!
  222. amm451

    The Great Mins Water Challenge - Can We Drink An Olympic Sized Swimming Pool

    today another 5.5l Running total:97 l
  223. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    lol what i wouldn't do for a proper bowl of soup lol.... Had a milky coffee this evening and it was amazing!!!!(decaf of course) Just not sure how long I have to do 810 for....1 week or two? But hey perhaps Debz will be reading and will be able to shed some light on the situation! hope you had...
  224. amm451

    Gym Assessment Tomorrow

    Witchpoo... you need some good thumping music and nice long steps.... that way the stepper will fly by.... in the beginning I used to put a trashy mag on it and flick through the pictures!!!
  225. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Ok so have had a busy day... childminding, then out to town with my mum... got loads done! Just had my meal and was starving after so went back for seconds (all measured) ...... so today is my first 810 day! about to head to the gym now and see if there's a shift in scales in the morning
  226. amm451

    Gym Assessment Tomorrow

    Glad you are feeling good.... its all those happy hormones that exercise releases lol!
  227. amm451

    Gym Assessment Tomorrow

    Sounds great.... Don't forget to do resistance ... help tone up that saggy skin! I hate the xtrainer too, my fav is the stepper although the treadmill is joining it!
  228. amm451

    Cottage Cheese ?

    glad I'm not the only one!
  229. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Good girl, Glad to hear it... you are in the right headset... which is ultra important.... if your head isn't in the game, there's no point in playing!!!! Nothing else will work.... you know I'm here for ya babe xx
  230. amm451

    Has this ever happend to you?

    Yeah, I stick at 12.5st. Remember scales are only one measurement. I found after my first sts in week3 that measurements are actually mush more accurate and way more motivating than the number on the pesky scales! Good luck and keep glugging away
  231. amm451

    Cottage Cheese ?

    cottage cheese and pickled cabbage rocks! PS I use the Tesco lighter choices one, it has chives and onion do you think it matters?
  232. amm451

    Gym Assessment Tomorrow

    Have fun LJ.... you're doing great! How often are you planning on using the gym?
  233. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Have a great day Bren, and drink lots of water!
  234. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    Thanks shantel, hows the uni prep going? you got everything you need yet?
  235. amm451

    Erm... goal!

    whoo hoo really well done...
  236. amm451

    syn free foods

    Hi Everyone, I am preparing to come back to SW really soon. Can anyone remind what syn free foods we are allowed - additional to the book. Muller lights - all fruits flavours Pasta n sauce - all flavours? Batchelors rices - all flavours? low fat super noodles - all flavours? Any help...
  237. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    I Know I should be feeling really good after my marathon trying on session today BUT..... I am fed up of feeling like cr*p. Even after taking an easy weekend, and doing ss+ I am constantly starving, thinking about food and continuously putting off the next pack. So here's my train of...
  238. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    lol we are all the same..... Half a bar usually does the trick for me! but then I eat at weird times.... 1st one lunch 2nd around 5 and last one 10:30ish.... I'm a night time eater :0(
  239. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    lol ... Bren to be honest on this diet I NEED a minimum of 4l per day.... that helps me!
  240. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    Yeah, I know sales are lethal.... just to see me through... wait till you are buying for real !!! The first time for me jean shopping was amazing I was going down a size a week practically.... I missed size 12 completely! I was just wondering how many of us on here are teachers???? shoudl that...
  241. amm451

    Monday always a good day to restart!

    well theres a readon you won't have lost weight!!!! How's the fluid doing? are you getting the liquid down you???
  242. amm451

    2.5stone gone and this time its for good

    Thanks Bren, about to go get papers, then start job applications... I need a routine!!! Hope u r well. I had a marathon trying on session.... the interview suit is looking good, just a fraction to tight on the boobs... but won't worry bout that! tried on a load of other clothes... whoo hoo I...
  243. amm451

    *Clare's 100% cracking the whip diary*

    Clare.. that's great love your fabulous outcomes from yesterday.... I had a marathon trying on session today.... just need to see the difference on the scales to be complete.... funny we arfe never content!!!!
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