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Hello baby! Lovely pic :) My scan on Friday went great. We're having a baby boy :D still 20+3 with a due date of 4th June. Everything looked healthy which I'm very relieved and happy about. Can't believe there are no more scans now! I know really it's a good thing as there are no issues, but...

Congratulations :D beautiful name xx

Thanks :D we're finding out even though it's our first. I'm just too impatient lol!! We are also really struggling with girls names, so we want to find out whether we need to focus a bit there. Can't wait to pop into mothercare and buy a bit of baby clothing... Have resisted until now! Are you...

I'm currently 20 wks and had planned to buy one, but after some thought, have decided against it. I've been feeling flutters for the past 2 weeks or so, and feel reassured enough by feeling movement. I would totally freak out if I couldn't find the heartbeat, and as others have said, have heard...

Hey ladies, Just wanted to check in, hope you're all doing ok. Missy, I was drooling reading about your steak and chilli noodles! I restarted SW on Monday, and have had two really good days, followed by two really nibbly days where I haven't been able to stop picking at rubbish (*shakes fist...

Thanks Jenn, your induction will be around the same time I'm due then, but I have this feeling I'm going to go two weeks over so I might end up nearer your actual due date lol. I've just been looking at nub theory and if I've made sense of it right I'll be having a girl! Have my 20wk scan next...

Hi ladies! Can I join in? I'm currently 19 weeks (due 4th June) with my first and have been piling on weight so far :( I have been eating ridiculously so it's to be expected, and I'm really feeling it. I want the second half of my pregnancy to be healthier for both me and baby. I know it's too...

Congrats Jess, she's gorgeous and such a pretty name! Poor you Shez, really hope you start soon xx

Um, can you not have menthol in pregnancy? I had a bag of cherry menthol cough sweets a couple of weeks ago with my sore throat... Thought because they didn't have proper medicine stuff in they would be allowed. Really hope everything is ok with bubz!

Congrats oasis!

Can I ask about heartburn ladies? I think it's starting and I'm only just shy of 15 weeks :( what remedies did/do you prefer x

Thanks for the input. It sounds like it becomes a bit redundant when you start to feel movement (makes sense!) so with only 6 weeks or so to go until then, I might try abd resist. Sure there will be plenty of other bubz related items I could be buying with that money xx

Ladies Can I ask about Dopplers? I'm looking for recommendations as there are so many out there with mixed reviews. I know that it shouldn't be used to check when I have concerns - I really just want to use it to listen in to baby between scans. It feels like such a long time to wait, and as...

Well samples taken and sent to lab - should have results by Wed. Dip test didn't show any sugars in my urine which is reassuring. Advice is just to drink plenty fluids (although this seems counter-intuitive, I think it's to help with "flushing" things and so bladder doesn't get irritated with...

Well I had a terrible night :( Was up 11 plus times to pee (lost count at 11) and sometimes it was just dribbles but I felt bursting (sorry, tmi). Am now up at the docs to get checked as am guessing it could be a urine infection. I'm also a little worried about GD given my age and BMI but am...

Aww that's so sweet. She's one lucky lady :)

Oooh for some reason the last time I checked this thread none of your bump pics came up - can see them now and you all look/looked amazing! :) I really hope I do get a definite bump and don't just look fat all the way through! Poor you - your sickness sounds awful. There's nothing I haven't...

Congrats on baby 1 and 2 on the way. Amelia is a beautiful name :) We have boys names sorted but are really struggling for girls names. Sadly a close friend has already used Emilia, so I think Amelia is probably a bit too close for me to be using ;)

Thanks ladies. Seems everyone is different, and I can't expect not to pile on the weight when I'm eating almost constantly and making bad choices. Time to knuckle down and start back on lots of fruit and veg for bubz. I read somewhere that babies begin to taste the amniotic fluid at around 13...

Treats at the weekend sounds like a good plan... I'm hoping that after Christmas I can get into a routine. Excellent to hear that BF really has helped with weight loss! Maternity ranges seem to be pants :( eBay is a good idea though - will have a look :)

I'll be big in spring/summer all going well - maxi dresses will be fab, although I suspect my size 14s will be on the small side for my boobs if nothing else - I've gone up at least 2 cups sizes, and they were already big to begin with. Need to go and get measured properly...

At this rate I am probably looking at a similar gain... I was hoping maybe in the latter stages I wouldn't be able to eat constantly as my stomach will be squashed and I'll get full quicker? Maybe that's just wishful thinking :o I haven't had a chance to check out your diary yet, but will pop...

Congratulations!! How exciting that you'll have two close together in age :) Oh, how are you feeling with looking after a wee one in your first trimester though? I was floored for the first twelve weeks... Can only imagine! It's nice that we're both early on as it will be good to have company -...

Hello ladies, I've just posted in the due dates thread, but wanted to say hi here too. I have been trying to catch up on this thread over the past few days as I'm sure many of my questions will already have been answered, but there's so much in here (which is fab, but I can be a little...

Hello ladies - just wanted to say hi. My EDD is 4th June 2015, I'm currently 13 + 3 weeks. Looking forward to getting to know everyone :)

Ooh might need to try Ritz - they sound good right about now lol. My main issue is tiredness - I never knew I could be so exhausted! Really hoping it lifts a bit in second trimester. How have you been keeping?

Hey Caz - congratulations on your pregnancy! I think we posted a bit on each other's wedding threads. I'm pregnant too - 11 weeks and due first week in June. Well done on managing your weight. I've piled it on unfortunately - am constantly nauseous, and eating is the only thing that helps, so...

Both are lovely! Have a good day hun x

Great stuff CLA - not long now until your BMI is in the "normal" range - high 5! Are you beasting it this week up until your hen? Xx

Keep going CLA - every day of TS really does make a difference! I know what you mean about time - I never seem to have a minute! Exactly one month to go for me today - even less for you now - eep! Xx

Well done for sticking with it CLA. I'm hoping some of your motivation and willpower rubs off on me!! Xx

Well done on passing on the rubbish CLA. Had my dress fitting tonight and it didn't go as well as I'd hoped. Looks like I'll be back on TS for 4-5 weeks... My diary has been moved to the silver members section :) xx

Well done getting back on track hun - at least the scales are rewarding you for your hard work. It really is tough when we are under so much pressure... Just do your best chick xx

Hey CP, how's it going? X

Just popping in to say hi. Hope you're doing ok Lynne. Will try to find u on MFP xx

Stick with it CLA - you can do it! Just try to think about how soon you'll be be getting married and then wearing summer clothes on honeymoon! Xx

Glad to hear you're feeling more positive Bee. WW is a good plan, and I'm sure you'll still get good results without feeling like you're pushing yourself too hard when you're doing treatment. Please still hang out here and keep us posted with your progress. Will miss your wee philosophical...

Yay to feeling better TH. I did laugh a little though at your excitement at being able to taste the soup ;) hope your left tonsil gets back to normal soon xx

Still doing fab MM - well done :D xx

Hey Twinkle, hope your day has gone well and that you've had some school related news :) xx

Hey Susie, hope you're having a good one. Pancake looks lush!! X

Woohoo - 60sec plank is amazing!! Xx

Glad to hear you're picking up TH. I've been protein picking today, so will be here to jump back on the TS train tomorrow with you if you're feeling up to it!! Xx

Draw a line under it CLA - right back on it tomorrow or you'll be getting one of my size 4s up yer bum ;) xx

2.5lbs off in 2 weeks for me - was disappointed but it's in the right direction - will keep plodding on! Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 9 lb; still to lose 59 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 12 lb; target loss 33 lb; loss this...

Hey Mrs, Just getting caught up - you really are superwoman! You're doing the right thing with controlled WS whilst you're unwell and moving. Wishing you all the best in your new home xx

Just getting caught up on your diary MM. Huge pat on the back for you on making it through very tough days and getting to your halfway point. I love your plan! Seems very realistic and wise. Stabilising your weight for a while and learning to maintain is in some ways more important than losing...

Well done chick! Keep up the great work - not long to go now! :D xx

Boo to the lurgy TH - hope it fecks off soon. Glad to hear your friend is doing a bit better xx

Good stuff CLA. Hope today has gone as planned. 58 days!! Yikes :D x

Well done for getting straight back on it and making exante your habit for now TH - you really are DSD, and the results are paying off :D There's a huge difference in your underwear pics!! I did mine at the start and may just have to be brave and share a 2 month later pic for comparison. Hmmm...

Yay for the 11s! My hen do is on the same day as yours :D xx

Sounding positive and productive - I like it :D Good idea not to order just yet, it will mean you have to use up what you have. That's my plan anyway - need to get through non-vanilla shakes! X

I like this idea ;) Be strong today hun, it will be wedding and honeymoon time before you know it! Xx

Aww Bee (((hugs))) - really hope you start to pull through soon. Your health is definitely the priority, so as others have said, just focus on getting well for now. We and exante will still be here when you're better :) I'm struggling to shift the lurgy too... Seems to be that time of year :( xx

Dear plank challenge, I'm sorry that I'm lagging, but the lurgy seems to have taken a hold of me again - have been in bed since 6pm last night! I have 66 days until the wedding, so if I have 2 more recovery days *shakes fist at lurgy*, having done day 1, I should still manage 65 (even though...

Well done losers! x Sneaky WI showed 2.75lbs off this week. Now hiding scales until 1st March. Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 9 lb; still to lose 59 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 12 lb; target loss 33 lb; loss this week 7 lb...

How are you doing today chick? X

Just catching up Twinkle - so sorry to hear about your loss and the tough time you've had recently (((hugs))). Thankfully there are only a couple of weeks left of winter, and Spring will be here very soon :) Well done on the loss under the circumstances! You know you will be well into the 11s...

Glad to hear you had a fab night TH - you deserved it. And well done for getting right back on here and on track today. Enjoy the sofa! x

Found ya CP - thought I should come and subscribe as I'm getting married on 25.04.14. The 2014 exante wedding club is strong :D. Don't worry about yesterday - focus on today and getting back on track x

Found ya! Well done for getting back on track - all that matters are the choices you make today :) Yay for the 12s :D with a bit of hard work and dedication, you'll see the 11s for your wedding no problem. Loving the exante wedding 2014 club :D xx

Aw Mere that's a shame. I had a bad experience with Gr****n and some facials, so I tend to steer clear now. Only thing I did buy recently was their exante bars when they were on offer, but I knew that would be worth it. I think I might try the shrinking violet wraps before my wedding as I have...

Or try again tomorrow as the case may be now ;) but I agree with Carrie - we want to see even a wee loss from you on 01.03 - you can do this Lynne! :D xx

Stay strong chick - think of all those fabulous 12s and 10s you want to wear on your honeymoon! It will pass very soon and then you'll be in happy ketosis land xx

Yay to the jeans! Enjoy the hen do tomorrow :D you can get straight back on track after xx

((Hugs)) rest up and get well soon Bee, and like Susie says, try to at least have a couple of packs for nourishment and fluids. Hope you feel better soon xx

Just catching up MM - massive high 5 for getting into the 14s. I know your focus has been there as a mini goal, and you've worked hard for every pound gone. You're a wee star :D x

Woohoo to the -5lbs! That is awesome! And you didn't think it was possible ;) So chuffed you managed to crack into the 11s - you deserved it with all your hard work :) I'm chasing you now :p Thoughts are with your colleague and her family - such sad news, and really does put things in...

Great day - well done! 2 stone off will be possible, but it will need 100% dedication. You can do it hun xx

I'm sorry team but I'm sneaking in a rest day today, and will make it up on day 4 (or was it 5) when you all get a break from squats. Feeling really quite poorly so off to bed for a very early night. I'm hoping to get back on track tomorrow, and will get caught up. On the plus side, I have...

Ok, 65 day challenge it is! Have updated my posts :D

Hope you feel better in the morning Bee. Sounds like you still had a good day overall with low carb, especially as you're poorly. Look forward to having you back in the TS club tomorrow :D xx

Yay to end of day 40 MM - that's excellent :D Breaking it into chunks makes so much sense - it's the only way I stay sane. If I think of it in months it gets overwhelming... Do what you need to do hun ;) xx

That wasn't so bad Twinkle - it could have been soooo much worse as others have said. I think you might still get a loss if you nip it in the bud and get back on track tomorrow (as I'm sure you will!) xx

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Day 1/65 plank, etc challenge done. Plank - 42 seconds, was shaking all over. 50 squats - not too bad... 1 x 10 regular crunches, and 1 x 10 bicycle crunches. I have zero core strength. I need to work on that. Doing the plank first just wiped me for the crunches. That's ok though - can only...

Well done on your loss Twinkle - that's amazing!! Sorry to hear about the house :( Enjoy your omlette today! Sounds like you have a great plan for food week x

Wow well done Susie! That's a really good day 1 plank time :D xx

You can do it Lynne! Lets give it a shot :) What's the name of your portion control device please? I can't seem to find it on eBay, so guessing I'm not searching right. I think it will be great for me for maintenance (even though that's a wee bit off lol) x

Well done for making positive choices to exercise and not letting it get out of control. If you think of your calorie intake for today you should still be under :) Back on TS tomorrow and you'll be grand xx

Good girl :) xx

Glad to have you back Lynne. Love the idea of DSD! I'm also in with the 9 week plank, etc challenge. The thought of not weighing makes me anxious, but I'm going to ponder it a bit and might join. I wonder if weekly measurements would be enough to satisfy me that I am going down? Hmmm... Anyway...

Thanks for setting this up TH! I'm totally in :D Will be back with my day 1 results tonight. Well done to those who have day 1 under their belt already - woohoo! Was just wondering how many days this would run for over the 9 weeks... Total = 81. So today will be 1/81. Wowser!

Still going strong TH, love it :D xx

Yay, team exante exercise! :) Back on track today CLA *cracks whip* ;)

Don't be ashamed TH - negative emotions and guilt aren't helpful in the case of a very small slip. New dawn, line drawn - to quote Carrie ;) I did chuckle a little at the chewing and spitting out part as I've been there before - the things we do eh? Have you ever read Beck Diet Solution TH...

Sounds like another busy day - well done :D you seem to be really in the zone now which is fab! Stay strong over the weekend, you can do it!! xx

I've got a night off tomorrow TH, so I'm hoping for a STS at worst or 1lb off at best - I don't think I'll see the 11s this week, but as long as I'm comfortably in them by the end of Feb I'll be happy :D It's funny how you notice other folks eating habits when you're on exante. It does not...

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I smell 14s yay!! Xx

Hope you're doing ok Bee x

3lb off for me this week :D Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 9 lb; still to lose 59 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 10 lb; target loss 31 lb; loss this week 6 lb; 2014 loss so far 6 lb; still to lose 25 lb Dolly rocker - starting...

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Well done chick - hope today has been another good one - stay strong! xx

Your posts are great Bee - always interesting and often thought provoking :) xx

Loving your dedication to exercise to TH :D Race you into the 11s? ;) xx

Woohoo to size 14 :D and those oddly small size 14 jeans of yours will be too big on you in the not too distant future :) keep trying then on and make sure you get your 4 weeks or so wear out of them ;) Sorry to hear you're having a crap day... Tomorrow is a new day and you have food week to...

Mmmm double shepherd's pie - that will be like a real treat, and hope it does the trick in warming you up! LOVE this response - lol. What did he say?? :p xx

Hey Lynne, nice to see you back, but sorry to hear that you've been in pain :( Sounds like you're doing all the right things to manage the situation as best as you can though. Hopefully it will begin to improve soon. Don't worry about exante for now - just don't go crazy with the food if you...

Great day Bee - loving that you have another tick on the calendar ;) x

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Honk for yesterday!

Just popping in to say hello and subscribe - not sure why I wasn't already! I seem to find the site a little more difficult to navigate on my phone... Anyway, am here now! Food thoughts can be torture at times, but food will still be there when you get to goal - enjoy the rest of your day xx

Wow almost day 40 and the half way mark! You're doing so well hun, and your hard work/determination is amazing :D Have a good day xx

You can totally see a difference, especially on your face and waist! You look a bit smaller overall too which is fab :D keep up the good work hun xx

Well done on 3.5 - that is great! Could take you 3 weeks to shift that on SW or WW. Re your dream, I wonder if you in the Basque feeling good represents being part way through your journey (like the 8th mile in your marathon), and you are searching for your goal in the dress (it's your finish...

Congrats on the 4lb loss and for hanging on through what sounds like a tough week. I'm thinking that if I'm having a tough day I will tell myself that I just have to hang on and see how I feel in the morning - if I'm still miserable and want to cheat then fine. However I'm thinking this will be...

Hope you're feeling ok Bee. Pain could be trapped wind or indigestion as Marge suggests. Might be worth popping into the chemist and chatting with the pharmacist to see if there's anything they would recommend? Some OTC remedies for tummy things are pretty good these days. I love the idea of...

Hope all is ok Lynne and you make it back on soon - we miss you :) x

Hope you enjoyed your swim and have had a good day so far - yay for the sneak peek loss! X

Very true TH! Time to just crack on and get this done :) Have a good day CLA xx

You're welcome ;) I don't know how I'd manage without this forum! Yep day by day we go until we're dancing down the aisle in about 10 weeks! :D xx

Your outfit is absolutely gorgeous CLA - the detailing is so intricate and exquisite - I'm sure you're going to look absolutely beautiful in it. Also love the sound of a big extended party season and multiple outfits for your wedding ;) Can't believe there are only 10 weeks to go...

How are you feeling today hun? x

Hey Bee! Hope you're having a good Sunday x

I'm planning to do a blend of SW/5:2, but I believe WW has a new plan out (can't remember what's it's called, saw a video about it on You*Tube) - tbh though it sounded very similar to SW EE. Let us know how you get on with your transition!

Well done on getting through week 5 - that is awesome! Crossing fingers and toes for your WI tomorrow xx

Willpower of steel once again - love it! Coast is small made, and sometimes it's about the cut rather than the size per se. However, as has already been said, it won't be long before 16s from there will be too big ;) x

Yay February is here! *blows off the January cobwebs* Hope you've had a good one today :)

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Honk - 7 in a row! :D

I LOVE the marathon analogy post TH - it's exactly what I needed to read today, so thank you! I might have to pinch a bit for my diary as a reminder (sourcing you ofc ;)) - and our goals are essentially the very same. Let's run this exante marathon together! The most I've ever run was 5k (used...

Woohoo to smaller trousers and all over inch loss. Your total dedication and hard work is really paying off xx

Sounds like you're having a good day on plan despite feeling a wee bit poorly which is dedication :) keep up the good work chick :) Yay for being back at 12st - 11s in the next couple of days!! Xx

What Katie said ;) Get well soon hun and stay on track xx

Totally agree! I have a feeling going through the 11s will be hard and slow for me too, as at that stage I start to get close to where my body seems to feel quite comfortable... I'd love to ditch the scales for a while, but not sure if I could... I'm a compulsive weigher! Hope today is going...

Nice one! Sounds like some good customer service, although it does make you wonder how much it costs them to make the bikes if they are telling you to just chuck it! X

You have that in the bag MM! Bring on Feb xx

How has today been CLA? Xx

Hey Preston - welcome aboard! I have a similar goal to you so I'm guessing we're around the same height. Come hang out in the diary section - I've made lots of exante buddies in there, and would honestly struggle to keep going without them x

Welcome back and good luck xx

The diary section is very active if you need some company and chit chat ;) x

Honk!

Had quite a few TS days scattered around Jan, but have lost track. I do know I've been 100% for 5 consecutive days though, so will start honking now! Honk! Day 1/50 done Honk! Day 2/50 done Honk! Day 3/50 done Honk! Day 4/50 done Honk! Day 5/50 done

1.5 off this week for me, taking my total for Jan 2014 to 12.5 off. Not quite the 14 I was hoping for, but I'll take it! Well done to all the losers :D Lynne: Weight 12st 12lb; Loss 2lb; Month loss 9lb; Target loss 14lb Susie58: Weight 15st 7lb; Loss 3lb; Month loss 14lb; Target loss 14lb...

Hmm that's a tough on TH. I think I would probably help out in the end for the kids as you say, but I'd be doing it somewhat grudgingly! I'm circling my bed too lol, but I don't want to be up half the night... Will go paint my nails or something! Well done on getting through day 16 x

Woohoo for the whoosh fairy - 10st 4lb is fab. Cant wait to be there! X

1.5 off this week for me. January total = 12.5lbs xx Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 9 lb; still to lose 59 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 10 lb; target loss 31 lb; loss this week 6 lb; 2014 loss so far 6 lb; still to lose 25 lb...

Oh I like that idea - I think I'll join you! :D x

Well done on day 33 - yours is the longest current streak I'm aware of in all the diaries I stalk - quite an achievement :p I know what you mean about feeling like the loss is uneven. I seem to be losing more from my top half as well... From past experience I know it will even out eventually...

That sounds mental - love it :D You're such a star with motivation of steel! X

Good stuff :) keeping busy will help you stay on track ;) x

You'll be at a healthy BMI long before her and that will teach her ;) Well done on what sounds like another fab day :) x

One day at a time is the way forward. Keep plodding on! Hope today goes in quick for you xx

Yep, I'm feeling a little friendly competition coming on ;) x Sent from my HTC One SV using MiniMins.com mobile app

Honk for today and the last 3 days :D xx

Congrats on the loss MM - 22lbs in one month is awesome! :eek: :D Hope you feel better tomorrow - seems to be the day of the headache today :( xx

Glad to hear your still going strong Twinkle! I get exhausted sometimes just reading about your wee busy life and daily routine ;) you're a star for keeping going with everything you've got going on - it would be very easy to make excuses not to xx

Wise words as usual Bee :) maybe taking the pressure off yourself a bit by giving yourself permission to WS if you need it has helped? I'm looking forward to the start of Feb as well - think there will be something nice about starting a new month and drawing a line under January. Shame about the...

Awesome loss Lynne :D

Glad you survived the dentist. I have a bit of a phobia myself! 2lb loss this week is great considering! You are neck and neck with me now basically, so I need to up my game ;) I'll have one night off in Feb for OH's birthday, then should be clear until early April and my hen do :) x

There is still time to turn it around CLA - don't stress about what's in your past - take control of what's in your future ;) The first few days are brutal, but you know it does get easier. If you are really struggling, have a 4th pack or some protein - just to get you back into ketosis. You...

TH it sounds like you made good choices! I'm not entirely convinced you'll be out of ketosis (or certainly not have restored all of your glycogen stores). Anyway, what matters is that you have a plan to get back on the horse tomorrow, and a clear run until the 15th Feb will be a great boost...

Aww I know exactly how you feel CLA! Some days feel soooo long without food, and other times I'm panicking thinking I don't have enough time!! Sorry to hear work has been stressful ((hugs)). Hope you've managed to stay on track today, and if not, tomorrow is a new day :) xx

Not at all ;) the more the merrier! I'm going to be saving up lots of tips from you all for when I get to come and play in the 5:2 (or 4:3 club) :D It's a wee bit sad I know, but I really love the scan function on MFP. Scanning barcodes is oddly satisfying! xx

Let's get whooshed out our nuts!!! xx

What Shrimp said. Sorry to hear work is so stressful... see if taking it out on the bike helps at all. Will be rooting for you to be back on the TS wagon soon ;)

Well done on hanging in there, keeping yourself busy, and breaking your down your goals into smaller ones - you're such a star :D Re the chinese - depends if you want to stay in ketosis... When I did atkins back when, I would get chicken satay and try not to have too much of the sauce (ask for...

Boo :( hope your bath and a good sleep do you some good :D Good luck for your WI in the am - excited to hear how you get on! xx

Hey Lynne, congrats on 12st 4lbs! You can smell the 12s! 1-2 weeks of TS and you'll be there :D Drink up for a whoosh! :)

That's what I thought ;) but I know it's all about how you feel. Hope you're having a good day TH, and get on ok at the restaurant. Back on TS tomorrow?!? :D

Thanks lil x

DQ, the link in your siggie to your other diary doesn't seem to be working... Could you check it hun? x

Aww Carly, sorry to hear you've been feeling low (((hugs))). Of course we're not disappointed in you - it's definitely not worth it when you have so much else going on with your health, etc. You'll definitely get there with 5:2 and alternate fasting, plus it's a journey, not a race :) will come...

Woohoo - bring on day 3 :D x

Woohoo your TS streak awesome! Sounds like looking back through your old diary to check how you got on before was a good plan. Forewarned is forearmed! Bring on Feb :D xx

You're doing well for hanging in there TH. It's a journey not a race, and there will be highs and lows along the way. What makes a difference and will get you to goal is the decision to pick yourself up and get back on that horse, everytime! Remember, motivation gets you started, but habit is...

How was the gym? 11 weeks - eep! We have to crack on lady, but we can lose a lot in 11 weeks :D xx

Hello and welcome! You should start a diary :) the exante diary section is very active at the moment, and I personally find it a great way to maintain motivation and get support from others. Good luck with your journey x

Honk :D

Sorry to hear the scales weren't playing ball this week Bee. I know I'm late to the hug party, but I'll throw one in anyway! :grouphugg: Being another that is vertically challenged and having a history of stalls myself, I would guess that if you stick with it this week and really try hard with...

I'm back on TS day 1 today as well, and I'm 1 pack down. Lets do this! X

Ooh yoga-lates sound good! I know what you mean about getting disheartened when the scales slow down a bit. I think if you know you can stay away and it works for you then do it! Unfortunately for me it's like an itch I need to scratch... I think in the long term I'll need to ditch the house...

Wow Twinkle, well done hunny! 27lbs in 4 weeks - just goes to show how good the results can be when you stick to plan 100% - you're an inspiration! How exciting about the house swap. That will definitely keep you busy! Have a good day :) xx

Where are you CLA? Hope you're behaving yourself ;) xx

I also agree with what's been said. If it is just about food thoughts, I'd say try to stay TS. Do the blocks and take it 1 day at a time. I was tormented with food thoughts for the first 2 weeks I think, then it got better. Each day is different though - some it's not an issue at all now, other...

Wow TH, well done on sitting through the meal and having nothing! You're definitely in the zone now :D I'm really going to have to up my game for our little competition ;) Loving the dedication with the gym as well :D

I don't like the toffee or the choc mint much, even though in theory I should as choc mint is one of my favorite ice cream flavours! It's all about consistency - I too find them watery and much less creamy than the original flavours :( might have to try our some Marge muffins with them to use...

Well done on 2/20, and I'm sure you'll get 3/20 today :D I bought shoes for the wedding today. It feels so real now and I'm so excited! X

Well done on staying strong, you're doing so well! Glad to hear the school/holiday situation is a bit less stressful x

Hope you've had a nice lunch Lynne. Will be here tomorrow morning to crack the whip and make sure you get back on track ;) :p

Happy Friday TH :D stay strong over weekend :)

2.5 off for me this week :) Lynne: Weight 12st 12lb; Loss 2lb; Month loss 7lb; Target loss 14lb Susie58: Weight 15st 7lb; Loss 3lb; Month loss 11lb; Target loss 14lb Lost_Soul: Weight-11st 12lb; Loss 0lb; Month loss 0lb; Target loss -14lb twinkle82: Weight ??st ??lb; Loss 0lb; Month loss 0lb...

Well done on the loss Lynne - stick at it for a whoosh next week ;) Hope you've had a good day :)

2.5lbs off for me this week which is fine due to TOTM bloat :) Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 7 lb; still to lose 61 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 10 lb; target loss 31 lb; loss this week 6 lb; 2014 loss so far 6 lb; still to...

Well done for continuing to plod on bee. Wishing you lots of luck for your Sat WI, and I'm sure you'll get those 1.5lbs :) I seem to be really slow - I've had no slip-ups yet (well none carb related or ketosis busting) and I need 3lbs off this week to get a stone in month 1 which might not...

Wow 1st 4lbs :eek: in 1 week - that is amazing :D you smashed right through 2 stone brackets!! Plan ahead for your meals out. Can you do WS on those days and choose a healthy protein heavy option? That won't do you any harm along with your packs and plenty of water x

Great stuff on getting through day 4 dusty :D your in the zone now :) I want pics too!! :p x

Woohoo - getting back into the zone - love it. Here's to another good day tomorrow xx

Firstly, well done on your loss!! 1st 6lbs in 3 weeks is INCREDIBLE! You are a star :D I feel your pain re TOTM related food cravings, but hang in there MM, it's not worth it! Have a look at some clothes you might want to wear this summer - focus on the image of yourself looking slim and lovely...

I like the spag bol... I wonder if I'm the only person actually buying it from exante lol. I need to watch with my next order as the last couple of packs they sent me were almost out of date. Well done on plodding through today Bee - I'm sure after a good nights sleep you'll feel much better...

Honk! x

Wow Twinkle, you have willpower of steel - what a star! :D xx

How's today been DQ? x

Awesome work losers :D hoping to subtract a few more pounds from my total in Thu x

Nyt nyt Lynne x

Oooh powerhoop class! Did you have fun? x

Glad you are enjoying your FitBit, Shrimp. I'm (im)patiently waiting on the UK release of the Force. Not much difference from the Flex, but I figure that if it can double up as a watch it will be handy! How are you finding the sleep data? Does it really give you a sense of the quality of your...

Yay for compliments - you deserve it hunny, you've worked your ass off (literally! ;)) for it :D xx

Hope you've been having a good day Lynne :) x

Aww sorry to hear you've been poorly CLA - take care and get well soon. I personally don't trust myself with Atkins when I need guaranteed results... I eat too much cheese then I stall :( or just eat too much... even if you are in ketosis, if you are taking more energy in than you burn you...

Hope your observation went well and that you are carrying home your OBE following a gym session ;) Good luck for the WI tomorrow - can't wait to hear how you get on :D xx

3 whole weeks on TS 100% - wowser - you should be really proud of yourself, that is an amazing achievement :D I love body shop generally, but the coconut stuff is lush - just remember you might want to lick yourself ;) Looking forward to hearing all about your great week 3 loss tomorrow xx

Nice to hear that today has been easier on you Bee. Great strategy with the crisps! Love it :D

Yay, glad to hear you're breezing through day 2 DQ :D x

Stay strong and hang in there T, you can do it! :D xx

Honk :D

Glad to hear you're still hanging in there KA - wont be long now until ketosis kicks in and it should all start to feel much easier :) x

Welcome back Bee - don't feel like you need to slip in the backdoor or come here hanging your head in shame - all these negative feelings don't do anyone any good. You are human, you had a bad day, but what makes this time different is that you picked yourself up and got straight back on the...

Hey TH, hope you're having a good day :D xx

So exciting CLA - not long now!!! How's today been? xx

Hi Lynne :wavey: Hope you're having a good day :D xx

So chuffed for you MM, you're an inspiration! Excited about your WI :D xx

Glad your spirits are up as they should be twinkle - 24lbs is incredible x

Hmm I've been a bit apprehensive about trying the raspberry one. Have heard it's even sweeter than the chocolate! FitBit does various gadgets, but the flex and force are little rubber wrist bands that track heart rate, energy burned, sleep quality, steps, etc. You can sync the app with...

Hello again :D you can do this! I'm slightly jealous that you have some time on your side before your wedding. If I could turn back the clock, I would have tried to get closer to goal before dress shopping, and would also have like to reach target weight 6 months or so before the big day so that...

Great loss Shrimp - hope you have a great day today x

Glad to hear you're hanging in there Bee - don't worry about the ham - your body is fighting the lurgy so if you needed a little extra protein that was a good choice. Cheese is dangerous, so well done on avoiding it! Hope you feel better soon xx

You are on fire Twinkle - have no doubt you'll smash your TFR record :D

Here's to another good day today Lynne - I know you can do it :D Keep up the water intake for a whoosh! I also want to join the steps challenge, but when I was looking at gadgets I got very excited about the FitBit Force. I think it is due for uk release very soon :)

Can't believe I'm only just finding your diary! Here to say hello and subscribe :) I'm very impressed with all of your exercise! I struggle to do cardio when on TS, but now feeling motivated thanks to your awesomeness to at least do some strength/conditioning work. Have a fab day :)

Glad you're back :D just going to sleep but will catch up properly tomorrow x

I'm with you on this lol. Some days I wish I could just sleep for a few months until it's over ;) BUT it's important in some ways that we have to go through it, as knowing how much work we've done to get to goal will hopefully stop us from piling it all back on again. I certainly never want to...

As others have said, I don't think you have to bother with the food week as long as you are feeling ok. Exante have to say you need it because of the lack of supervision, and this allows them to stay within govt guidelines without the need for 'counsellors'. I certainly don't plan to add protein...

5.5lbs off for me this week :D Lynne - starting weight 12 st 12 lb; target loss 68 lb; loss this week 2 lb; 2014 loss so far 5 lb; still to lose 63 lb Giggles - starting weight 11 st 10 lb; target loss 31 lb; loss this week 6 lb; 2014 loss so far 6 lb; still to lose 25 lb Dolly rocker -...

5.5lbs off for me this week :D Lynne: Weight 12st 12lb; Loss 3lb; Month loss 3lb; Target loss 14lb Susie58: Weight 15st 7lb; Loss 8lb; Month loss 8lb; Target loss 14lb Lost_Soul: Weight-11st 12lb; Loss 0lb; Month loss 0lb; Target loss -14lb twinkle82: Weight ??st ??lb; Loss 0lb; Month loss...

Honk! :D

Yay for the loss Lynne - you really are in the zone now - love it! :D Hopefully see you around a bit more at the weekend then :)

YAY!!! :D

Hey MM - glad to hear you've been enjoying a wee day off today - you deserve it!

Oh CLA, sorry to hear about your argument with the H2B - men just don't get stuff like that unfortunately... Can you have a calm chat about it, and if he isn't up for the orange at all, ask him if there is another colour he could choose that wouldn't clash with your side? Well done on getting...

A few cups of coffee with milk to keep you on track when you're not feeling great won't do any harm - I have had up to 3 cups of tea or coffee a day with a splash of milk and it hasn't ever affected ketosis for me. Hope your ginger tea does the trick! Putting another tick on the calendar will...

Ooh enjoy your carbonara! I actually quite like the bolognaise, although the last couple of times I've ordered a few single packs along with a shakes bumper pack they've almost been out of date! I'm thinking that maybe they aren't that popular, and exante are happy when someone orders a few...

Hope you have another good day today Twinkle :)

I weigh in tomorrow morning then will be gunning for 7 consecutive days. I really want to see what results would be like with absolute 100% TS. We can do it!

13lbs in 2 weeks given you've had some ups and downs is excellent! That's a shame you didn't get your hols, but eating won't do anything to help. A lesson for all of us really is how to manage stressful situations without food as a crutch. Not saying it's easy, but we have to try if we are to...

Woohoo! *does the 15s dance* That is an amazing loss in 2 weeks MM - well done :D VLCDs are bloody hard, but it just goes to show how great the results can be when you stick at it. You're a wee star :D Have a great day today xx

Well done on surviving another day Lynne - glad to hear it wasn't so tough. Wishing you lots of luck for your WI tomorrow :D

Well done on hanging in there :D I hope you mean you forgot your 3rd pack! If you've only had 1 today it's no wonder you had a tough moment earlier! Remember - our packs are skinny medicine - it's important that we have all 3 to help our bodies lose weight and stay healthy ;) Wishing you loads...

Well done on avoiding temptation and working out CLA. I think it will depend how intense your working out. I find that if I'm doing very intense cardio my weight loss can stall for a good few weeks, but that I'll feel slimmer. If you think you are working out quite hard, it will be super...

Oh my *drools* this sounds amazing! Guess what I'll be trying tomorrow :D

Are you hanging in there CLA? Hope you've managed to resist the chicken. I'm weighing in on Thu and then next week I'm going for 100% TS for 7 days (minimum) as I was to see just how good the results can be when I've been completely on plan with absolutely no protein picking. As Bee says, it can...

Well done Twinkle - you're on such a roll :D how funny that your mum might end up giving exante a go too :)

You have come so far MM, hang on in there! Distract yourself - look through before and after photos here, or paint your nails/pamper yourself as Marge is suggesting. You can get through this - we have faith!! Think of how far you've come and how much you want this. If you did eat, it would...

Well done on what sounds like another great day Bee :D I like both the vanilla and choc shakes hot, sometimes with coffee to make a "latte" or a "mocha". I haven't tried banana or strawberry hot though...

You can get philosophical anytime Bee :D very wise words from you today :) Your post made me think about a quote I saw in someone's signature recently - "motivation is what gets you started, habit is what keeps you going" - you are so right xx

WOW - 8 minutes?!!?! That is shocking. I will have to remember that - it really is the blink of an eye, and it's sooo not worth it right now. Thanks MM :) Here's to a good day tomorrow :D

Gold star for you twinkle - you're storming it! I know you can be strong at your mum's tomorrow, you've already explained to her about the plan, and as MM says, hopefully you'll just need to refuse food once and that will be that. 12s already - the weight is dropping off you! :D

How did you get on with the gym CLA? Feeling better? :)