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  1. Julie2011

    October Weight Loss Challenge - All diets welcome

    I weigh in twice a week, and was down 1lb yesterday. My weight loss has slowed down, but at least I'm heading in the right direction. dextermummy - target 12lbs, 0lbs lost,12lbs to go Cynicalgirl - target 12 lbs, 1.8lbs lost,10.2lbs to go Cas3 - target 10lbs, 0lb lost, 10lbs to go Joaniek-...
  2. Julie2011

    October Weight Loss Challenge - All diets welcome

    Auckland then Rarotonga (for a wedding).
  3. Julie2011

    October Weight Loss Challenge - All diets welcome

    Welcome Buffy. I find the weight loss challenge really motivating. It kept me on the straight and narrow when I was tempted to stray. Even with a bit of a plateau in September, I managed to lose 12lb. You'll be saying goodbye to that 18lb too.
  4. Julie2011

    October Weight Loss Challenge - All diets welcome

    I go on holiday in a week, so I will put myself down to 2lbs. Hopefully I'll lose 3lb which will take me under 13stone, but I don't want to tempt fate. dextermummy - target 12lbs, 0lbs lost,12lbs to go Cynicalgirl - target 12 lbs, 1.8lbs lost,10.2lbs to go Cas3 - target 10lbs, 0lb lost, 10lbs...
  5. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Have a good time on you last couple of days, and a good flight home. I live in Richmond under one of the flight paths for Heathrow so I will think of you as the planes fly overhead. I'm getting ready to go on holiday in just over a week and sorting out everything for my house/cat sitters. I...
  6. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    It's been rather slow over the past couple of weeks but I finally got that last 2lb off. I'm hoping I will lose another 1lb in the last few days. Julie2011 -target 12lb (lost 12lb)
  7. Julie2011

    Acetic acid, (Encona chilli sauce) Are we allowed?

    Econa sauces are on special offer in Tesco at the moment. I have the original hot pepper sauce it all my soups and it hasn't seemed to affect ketosis for me. http://www.tesco.com/groceries/product/search/default.aspx?searchBox=encona+hot+pepper+sauce&newSort=true&search=Search
  8. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    I've updated my loss on the list. I've lost 2lb so 2lb to go now, but hopefully more as I didn't have a particularly high target compared to others. Dextermummy - target 19lbs (lost 21lbs, +2lbs over target) maryt001 - target 11lbs (lost 1lb, 10lbs to go) Vorona - Target: 8lbs (lost 7lbs, 1lb...
  9. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    It must have been the forward and back motion of your arm. I walked about a mile carrying a package against me and it recorded less than 83 steps. Frustrating!
  10. Julie2011

    Exante Works. I'm Living Proof. (Pics Included)

    You've done really well and it's very motivating to read your story. You look great in your photos. Well done.
  11. Julie2011

    Only 4 weeks

    That's an amazing lost in four days. It does get slower, especially if you don't stick to TS and drink enough water, but you could be 15 stone in less than a month. Congratulations. I wish I lost it that quickly. If you are doing TS without any cheats, you'll get into Ketosis which means you...
  12. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    4I've lost 2lb on my mid week weigh in. I am not going to put the full list up because there are a few losses mentioned in posts and I'm not sure if they are on the list, so I' just updating my line of the list. Julie2011 -target 12lb (lost 8lb, 4lb to go) I'm hoping to lose at least another...
  13. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    5lb in two weeks, wow! Fantastic. You're going to smash that goal.
  14. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Well done. 9lbs is fantastic since we are only half way through the month.
  15. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    It sounds like you had a lovely day in Sydney. It's a great city with lots to see and do although I haven't been for years, apart from a few hours in the transit lounge. Rest up and enjoy being pampered and get over your jet lag. PNG sounds fascinating, and somewhere few people get to visit...
  16. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Have a great day in Sydney. Have you been there before? I hope the storms in Australia are tailing off now. That photo of the drenched koala on a fence post has been on the news. We are sweltering in London with 30C forecast although other areas have had torrential rain. Where are you off...
  17. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    It's been 34.4C here. Too hot for me and apparently the hottest day of the year. I hope you are enjoying your cruise.
  18. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Fantastic results. It will be interesting to see how much we lose collectively this month.
  19. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    Thank you. I am devastated. She was the most loving little thing and up until she got ill so healthy and active. She was six years old, and went down quickly with a disease for which there is no vaccination, no treatment and no cure. Absolutely heartbreaking.
  20. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    My Jawbone UP is a lot cheaper than a Fitbit. It came with a strap and a clip but I use the strap as it didn't seem to record all the steps when I had it clipped on. I put it on my bra strap. Maybe I wasn't swinging my arms enough. I find that when I am carrying anything it records fewer...
  21. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Hello from sunny London. I hope you had a good flight and you are adjusting to the time difference and enjoying Brisbane before joining the cruise. One of my bridesmaids lived in Brisbane, she just moved to the Gold Coast over the weekend. It's a lovely area.
  22. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Only 3lb loss for me this week, which is not a lot for a VLCD. 2lb mid week and 1lb today. I can't say I'm surprised because I haven't been very active or drunk enough water over the past few days. I have stuck to Exante TS packs but my heart just isn't in it. I had to have my cat put to...
  23. Julie2011

    Acetic acid, (Encona chilli sauce) Are we allowed?

    I don't add any thickener to the soups. They are pretty watery the way I make them up. I'm not sure about xanthan gum. I know some people use psyllium see husks in their shakes and add more water. I haven't used them myself but it sounds as if they do thicken foods. I'm not sure what they...
  24. Julie2011

    Total Solution 'It's like being 19 again.....'

    If you have any chocolate shakes or vanilla shakes, why not make a hot drink. I use 2-3 times the normal amount of water and sometimes a tiny bit of sweetener in the chocolate, or coffee in the vanilla shake. I find them more filling. Keep busy today and keep drinking lots of water, and...
  25. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Thank you. It's so hard, and happened so fast. I'm really devastated. She was such a lovely, affectionate girl right to the end. She developed FIP after a vaccination.
  26. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Some weeks are better than others, so don't get stressed about it. I'm feeling really low as I had to have my much loved cat put to sleep today. I fostered her from one day old and then adopted her and she was so loving and sweet. Only six years old, but there were no more treatment options...
  27. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Fantastic. Have a wonderful time. Enjoy yourself and don't get stressed if you can't keep to plan. You'll lose it when you get back home and back into TS.
  28. Julie2011

    Total Solution 'It's like being 19 again.....'

    You are doing great. As for that woman at work, even the medical profession now say that a VLCD diet is good for kick starting a diet when you have a lot of weight to lose. It gives you all the vitamins and minerals alongside only 600 calories, although you may need to add a multi-vitamin...
  29. Julie2011

    Back Again

    Good luck with Exante. You will see a lot more weight loss with Total Solution rather than two packs a day plus a normal dinner. Drink loads of water, 3-4 litres a day. That really helps with weight loss and also fills you up a bit. See if you can do two or three weeks with Total Solution...
  30. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Yes, I weighed in at the weekend and this is since then. I find it motivating when I lose weight but if I haven't lost I feel a bit down sometimes. However because I am 100% on Exante Total Solution now I need to weigh twice a week to keep me on the straight and narrow. Otherwise I have...
  31. Julie2011

    Angie's Exante Adventure

    Stay positive. Even though their may be some bumps in the road, you will lose the weight. If you don't do the whole amount by Christmas don't feel disheartened and don't abandon your target. Just restart and hit that target in 2017. Like you I lose weight then don't maintain, although I...
  32. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    I'm doing Exante Total Solution at the moment so I am doing a mid-week weigh in as well as a weekend weigh in. I'm not good at maintaining Total Solution for more than a few days but this September challenge has spurred me on. I've lost 2lb and I'm really chuffed because it has taken me under...
  33. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Have a fantastic holiday, de-stress and enjoy your incredible 5st 5lb weight loss and all the clothes you can now wear. :D I can't wait to hear how the holiday is going, or when you get back.
  34. Julie2011

    Newbie Hello!

    Hi, I'm currently doing Exante TS. It's a great way to lose weight, and it is good on your wallet too, because you will spend a lot less on food than you normally do. You can and will lose weight with Exante, especially on TS. The first few days will be difficult but much easier if you drink...
  35. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    You've done really well getting just a pound off your pre-binge weight so quickly. It took dedication and you've had a lot of TS days. It sounds like you have a good plan for managing your food on your trip. I find airline food difficult. I usually take a few Exante bars and packet shakes...
  36. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    5lb, wow that's great. This challenge is definitely an incentive for me to keep on the straight and narrow. Good luck all.
  37. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    I hadn't weighed for a week so I don't know if some or all of my weight loss was achieved in the last few days of August or just at the beginning of September. I'm going for a September weight loss because I felt slimmer! ;)
  38. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    I tried it alongside my old pedometer and it kept missing steps. I wasn't sure if my pedometer whether my pedometer was inaccurate or the Jawbone so I walked 500 steps along the road counting as I went and the Jawbone recorded 348. I also do an exercise programme on my Wii called Step to the...
  39. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Lucky, lucky you. I hope you have a fantastic time.
  40. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Yes, I lived there, but over 25 years ago. I'm really looking forward to going back even if it is just for a couple of weeks.
  41. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    Let me know what you think of it. Is it accurate? I have found my Jawbone Up Move doesn't record all my steps. I would rather it was more accurate because it really spurs me on to rack up the steps. The other functions are good.
  42. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Thanks. I'm slow and steady on Exante. Some people seem to lose massive amounts, but I'm really happy when I have lost two or three pounds a week. I am going to NZ and then the Cook Islands for a wedding. That's part of the incentive to lose weight because I have put on a lot weight since I...
  43. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    dextermummy - target 19lbs (lost 8lbs, 11lbs to go) maryt001 - target 11lbs (lost 1lb, 10lbs to go) Vorona - Target: 8lbs (lost 0lbs, 8lbs to go) Cynicalgirl - Target: 11lbs (lost 2.6lbs, 8.4lbs to go) jenny_belte - target 14lbs (lost 8lbs, 6lbs togo) Dolly Rocker - Target 7lbs (lost 0lbs, 7lbs...
  44. Julie2011

    September Weight Loss Challenge - Lose that Lard!!

    Hello everyone. I'm hoping to lose a minimum of 10lb but preferably closer to 12lb in September. I did my a weigh in this morning and I have lost 2lb, but most of that would have been lost in August. I know that if I do at least 10,000 steps and drink plenty of water the weight shifts...
  45. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    You'll be able to put all this behind you soon, because you will be retired, on your fantastic holiday and feeling and looking great. I usually carry a bar or two in my bag for emergencies because I'm not so disciplined as you. I couldn't go a whole day on two black coffees. I'd be gnawing...
  46. Julie2011

    Angie's Exante Adventure

    You'll do it. It's easy to fall off the wagon, but if you are determined you'll get to target. Darcy15 had a bit of a blip but got back on track and she has almost lost everything she gained again. Good luck.
  47. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Fantastic. I have only lost 2lb in the past two weeks so I am so envious of your 16lb weight loss. We're about the same weight and I'm find it quite hard going at the moment. I'm drinking plenty of water too I hope it speeds up again soon.
  48. Julie2011

    Total Solution Dirty Thirty Diary

    That looks amazing. I bet it was delicious. Even though I have just had an Exante Blueberry Smoothie my stomach is rumbling just looking at it. I've tried those noodles in the past. My local Thai grocery store sold them. I think I probably undid any good by having them with loads of Pad Thai...
  49. Julie2011

    Total Solution Dirty Thirty Diary

    The spinach leaves with tandoori chicken sounds wonderful. I think we lose our appetite for certain things when on Exante, and maybe that happened with the chicken. Also your stomach will have shrunk so that could be why you struggled. If you drink water before a meal you won't be as hungry...
  50. Julie2011

    Total Solution Dirty Thirty Diary

    Your real food sound delicious. You're doing really well. I think you're right it does slow down after the first few weeks. I think if you drink more water (closer to 3 or 4 litres) rather than 1 to 2 litres you'll see more of a difference. I know I do. I didn't lose anything last week...
  51. Julie2011

    Activity Trackers - are they worth it?

    I know this is a very old thread but I have recently purchased a Jawbone UP Move tracker from B&M (see my post https://www.minimins.com/threads/where-the-bargains-are-at-and-anything-else-thats-useful.40089/page-565#post-7931570) and I love it. It motivates me more than a pedometer. Plus at...
  52. Julie2011

    Jawbone Wireless Up Move Activity & Sleep Tracker.

    I got one yesterday (see my post in https://www.minimins.com/threads/where-the-bargains-are-at-and-anything-else-thats-useful.40089/page-565#post-7931570). It's really good. Not just for tracking steps, sleep but also food (ios version). I also had an online chat with someone in support called...
  53. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Darcy, I saw a box of three vacuum bags in Poundland (Twickenham) today. They are in a grey/blue box. Dimensions are 38cm x 54cm. You fold your clothes to the width of the bag, then roll them up and line them up in the bag and then squeeze the air out. Good for light dresses, tops etc. I've...
  54. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Hope the Redruth trip goes well. If your problem is space in your bag rather than weight, you can use special packing cubes or even large ziplock bags to put clothes etc in. They work really well and things aren't as creased. It's an excellent option if you are going to be staying at multiple...
  55. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    B&M have Jawbone Up Move trackers. These include both the clip and wristband for £14.99. This is a £30 saving. The wristband is usually £7.99 on its own. They are available in all colours. I bought one today. It's a bit like a pedometer but saves other info including sleep. It also works...
  56. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    That's great. You're doing so well this week. I was good until around 10pm when I ate about 10 olives and half a jar of mint sauce. Odd combination but I craved something savoury and that's about all I had. Everything else savoury has been eaten or removed since I started Exante.
  57. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    I've been back and bought more - Irish Crème which is lovely in coffee, plus Salted Caramel which is also yummy.
  58. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    I hope your job worries are sorted out soon. I'm glad you've been able to stay on track.
  59. Julie2011

    Acetic acid, (Encona chilli sauce) Are we allowed?

    Tabasco is allowed as per the Exante list of foods, see below. I much prefer Encona Hot Pepper sauce myself and I have a good squirt, probably about half a teaspoon in my soups. They make them much more palatable for me especially as I make the soups up with about 600-800ml boiling water to...
  60. Julie2011

    Is there ANYONE participating in this forum??

    I don't know the price of Cambridge but Exante is cheaper than LL. I did LL about ten years ago for a few months but it was £60 a week back then. I'm not sure what it is now. Exante is about half that especially if you take advantage of the offers which they always have on their website You...
  61. Julie2011

    Any sns members ?

    I'm not Slim and Save, I'm doing another VLCD Exante. I had a quick look at the SnS website to see what flavours they have. What are your favourites? I thought the lemon yoghurt shake sounded nice (I love lemon yoghurt) also the chocolate cherry shake. When I first started Exante about five...
  62. Julie2011

    New (exante) and need help!

    Four pounds is a great loss. Well done. You'll be at your target weight before you know it if you stick to the plan. My fourth week starts on Monday. I'll be having a piece of salmon and some salad (no dressing) for supper Monday. Maybe a couple some nuts and a piece of fruit on Tuesday, but...
  63. Julie2011

    Not losing any weight

    Drink plenty of water, 3-4 litres a day if you can manage it. You will lose more on Total Solution, but even if you add 200 calories of chicken and vegetables a day you should start to lose again. The first week always shows a good weight loss. It can plateau for a week or two at any stage...
  64. Julie2011

    Newbie here!

    HoneyD losing 2st in 10 weeks is doable. You have to stick to the diet and drink loads of water. More than the minimum 2 litres, closer to the 4 litre maximum. It makes a difference, not only filling you up but seems to aid weight loss too. Stay strong and think of the end result when the...
  65. Julie2011

    Boom!

    Hi Eldorai, yes the first week is the worst Like you I have dog breath. It's a bit embarrassing at times, especially when I went to the dentist on Monday. He and the dental hygienist kept their masks on the whole time! I have to go back next Wednesday for an hour's appointment to do a crown...
  66. Julie2011

    Saying hello - have just discovered Minimins is back!

    Welcome back Becky. Like you I joined Minimins years ago and started again on Exante. I like the support Minimins gives and I also like to mark my weight loss somewhere as it really encourages me and stops me going off the rails. It seems to make me more accountable, and I can empathise with...
  67. Julie2011

    New (exante) and need help!

    I like the bars particularly the original two - Toffee nut and raisin or Chocolate and Orange. I nibble on half of one for lunch and if willpower allows nibble the rest a couple of hours later. That way I'm not so hungry at supper time. I usually have a soup for supper, but I make them up...
  68. Julie2011

    What can you drink on Exante

    That's good to know. I won't drink the rest of the pack. I like Dr Pepper Zero so I'll buy a pack of that if I need a sweet fix.
  69. Julie2011

    What can you drink on Exante

    I have just looked at a can of Coke Zero bought last week. There is no citric acid listed in the ingredients. I don't have any Diet Coke so I can't confirm what is in that. Exante hasn't updated their list of allowable foods as far as I know. These are allowed: Total Solution List Total...
  70. Julie2011

    New (exante) and need help!

    Hi PinkPonyTail and DorsetMum, I hope you are settling into Exante and seeing a difference on the scales. I find it I only drink 2 litres of water a day my weight loss slows, but it increases if I drink 3-4 litres. I never go over the 4 litres as there is no benefit and can flush all the...
  71. Julie2011

    Starting Exante in September

    If you are committed to losing the weight, you'll stay on it. Don't be disheartened if you feel low, don't let anyone sabotage it, just keep in mind how you will feel when you reach your next milestone. I have written mine down so I can tick them off. Pretty much every half stone, plus a few...
  72. Julie2011

    Starting Exante in September

    You will still lose weight on 800-900 calories a day, regardless of what diet you follow. You could have a shake for breakfast a bar for lunch and a healthy meal in the evening, either one you make yourself or one of the Exante meals with some veg or salad. If you want to kick start your...
  73. Julie2011

    Because I need to be accountable somewhere!!!

    I know it is odd. I just wanted something very savoury. It was in a creamy mix in the jar, not the super hot horseradish, but still fairly hot. At the time I think it will satisfy my craving without eating too much, but I managed to still down half a jar. I'm a weird one that's for sure! :D
  74. Julie2011

    Because I need to be accountable somewhere!!!

    Confession: I went a bit off the rails last night. I hadn't drunk enough water during the day and I think that may have been the trigger. I had a shake for breakfast, a soup for lunch and and because I was going out, a bar for supper. I was so hungry, really hungry. When I got home I ate at...
  75. Julie2011

    Because I need to be accountable somewhere!!!

    Nattyclare, I was just reading your goals. Mine are the same, counting down the half stones plus getting under the 200lb mark as my new scales weigh in kilos and pounds, but oddly not in stones and pounds. I'm hoping to be under 200lb by the weekend weigh in. I need to lose more than you as I...
  76. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Well done Darcy. I've managed to stay TS today. Sometimes I add a little chopped bacon and/or mushrooms into my evening Exante soup but I'm trying to stop that as my losses haven't been as much as I've wanted.
  77. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Darcy, don't be ashamed. You've been going through a lot recently. It's a beautiful day today (at least it is where I live in West London), so try and have a lovely day. Keep on plan as much as you can, but don't stress over it. With everything else going on in your life just try and...
  78. Julie2011

    Total Solution Time to get healthy...

    That's a great motivation. Fingers crossed for you.
  79. Julie2011

    Total Solution Time to get healthy...

    You're doing really well so far. 6lbs loss is fantastic. I find evenings the hardest too. Give yourself a pampering manicure next time, keeps your hands and mind occupied.
  80. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Some branches of TK Maxx have 750ml flavourings which are 0 calories reduced to £3.99. They are made for coffees and sodas, but I added some to my Exante shakes. There were a few flavourings - coffee, French vanilla, regular vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, salted caramel, Irish coffee and...
  81. Julie2011

    Total Solution Time to get healthy...

    That's a good plan. I hope you are having a great day too. With total solution you add 200 calories of healthy food every fourth week. It helps beat the boredom and help if you tend to plateau. In the meantime you can add spices, herbs and things to the TS products, but I agree some are...
  82. Julie2011

    Total Solution Time to get healthy...

    I have done the same Astro. I lost weight and stopped after a holiday away a few years ago. I could kick myself now because I got down to 11stone and only needed to lose 1.5stone to goal. I also am heavier now than when I started my diet last time. I think I was around 13.5 stone, this time I...
  83. Julie2011

    Beware of Exante orders containing short dated items

    I've been on and off Exante for about six or seven years now. One thing that really annoys me is that sometimes my orders include short dated items. Yesterday I ordered four boxes of 50 items but I find some expire in November. Considering it is almost August, that means they expire in three...
  84. Julie2011

    80lbs / 5.7 Stone lost, My before after pictures and my story - You can change!!!

    Hello Ria, are you drinking plenty of water? That can help. Also keep food and drink diary so you know exactly what you have eaten. Exercising is great for toning and combined with the diet you will lose weight. If it is any consolation, muscle weighs heavier than fat.
  85. Julie2011

    Plateau already...

    No food on Total Solution, just three Exante packs a day for food.. You can have spices such as chilli, plus herbs. I sometimes add a few mushrooms and a tiny bit of chopped bacon, chicken or a few small prawns to the meals, especially the Pasta Carbonara or the Ham, Pasta and Mushroom soup...
  86. Julie2011

    Plateau already...

    TS is Total Solution on Exante. It comprises of three packs a day and 2-4 litres of water plus black tea and coffee. You can also have some seasonings, herbs and one can of Coke Zero (only Zero, not Diet because Diet contains citric acid).
  87. Julie2011

    Plateau already...

    It is annoying when you have only have a stone to go. Maybe have a week off, eat and drink sensibility and then go back onto TS. Might kickstart it again.
  88. Julie2011

    Plateau already...

    Don't quit. I did quite well on my first two weeks and then, like you, slowed right down on the third week. So I did the Exante TS plan week off on the fourth week (last week). Because it was easier for me I had Exante packs for breakfast and lunch, plus a piece of fruit during the day. For...
  89. Julie2011

    Newbie looking for Buddies/motivation

    That's fantastic. Well done.
  90. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    I'm sorry to hear you are feeling down. Whatever happens you know you did it for the right reasons. This may be the start of a new phase of your life so forget the comfort eating and make a fresh start. Life is not about work, it's just a means to an end. Take care.
  91. Julie2011

    Wedding Panic!

    Well done, you should feel proud of yourself. Stay confident. There are lots of times I want to weaken, but I think about my clothes and the wedding I am attending in October and the outfit I have bought for it (I'm not the bride, just a guest) and it keeps me strong. I want to keep my weight...
  92. Julie2011

    Wedding Panic!

    If it won't work on the Exante site and you have purchased the deal in the past seven days from Groupon, then Groupon will have to refund it. It qualifies under distance selling rules. If it has expired, Groupon should have removed the offer. If you bought the deal some time ago, then it is...
  93. Julie2011

    No need to ask to join - if you really mean it this time you ARE a WeMITT!

    Thanks Tracy. Your weight loss is an inspiration. I am determined to be equally successful. Ladies (and any gents) we can do it!!
  94. Julie2011

    No need to ask to join - if you really mean it this time you ARE a WeMITT!

    I feel exactly the same as you. I have about the same amount of weight to lose to get into a healthy BMI but from where I am now, I'd be delighted if I made it in the overweight category. I am going to lose it, and more importantly for me, I will maintain the weight loss.
  95. Julie2011

    No need to ask to join - if you really mean it this time you ARE a WeMITT!

    Hello everyone. I lost some weight about six years ago, but put it all back on plus some more. I am now on Exante and it's going okay. I've lost 12 pounds, but have (gulp)another 80lbs to go. I really really mean it this time, not just to lose it but to keep it off, which has often been my...
  96. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    Fantastic. I am so pleased for you. Have a great week.
  97. Julie2011

    looking for motivation and support

    New day, new start Penny. Put it behind you and don't keep those foods in the house.
  98. Julie2011

    Newbie looking for Buddies/motivation

    You may be able to lose 2 stone in 6 weeks, I don't lose it that quickly but many do. If you do Total Solution, some exercise and drink 2-4 litres of water a day, it is doable. Don't go crazy with food and drink why you are visiting your OH because you may not make your wedding target then...
  99. Julie2011

    Wedding Panic!

    What a lovely treat, a weekend away. Hope today goes well for you. Exante recommends just one bar per day in your three meals, but it's just a guideline. The key is drinking plenty of fluids, preferably water or black tea or coffee or one can per day of Coke Zero. MissMiax is right about...
  100. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    You got your new job because you are worth it and you can do it. You may feel like a fish out of water but this will change over time. There will be challenges but you can do it. Every day you will gain in confidence and you will start to know those new people. People, who like you have...
  101. Julie2011

    Wedding Panic!

    I meant to say that Groupon are doing a special deal on Exante shakes if you need to buy some. It says it expires on 27 June but it is still active. Once you purchase from Exante you'll get an email from Groupon and you have to click the link which takes you to Exante. You enter your code on...
  102. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Aerosmith
  103. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Yazoo. I was going to write Yazz but she was a soloist. I loved her song "The Only Way is Up" back in the day. Although considering my weight loss mission, maybe "The Only Way is Down" would be better motivation.
  104. Julie2011

    Wedding Panic!

    Lots of people lose that amount if they stay on TS and drink plenty of water, especially if you have quite a bit to lose. I don't lose it that quickly, but everyone is different. Men seem to drop the weight quicker, but whether you are male or female, I would think at just under 19 stone you...
  105. Julie2011

    Total Solution 3 Stone in 6 Weeks Possible? Let's find out...

    Good luck to both you and Penny. I hope it drops off you.
  106. Julie2011

    Favourite sachets/Bars?

    Isn't funny how different people like different things. I don't like the strawberry shake at all but I love the banana. Chocolate is good made into a hot chocolate but add more hot water otherwise it's gloopy. I like the lemon cheesecake smoothie which I also make with loads of ice and...
  107. Julie2011

    looking for motivation and support

    Hello Penny and everybody. I started Exante again about 10 days ago. I also tried one of those hynoptic gastric band through a download and it was useless. I have done all sorts of diets and lost about 3 stone with Exante about four years ago but I put it all back on plus another stone. I...
  108. Julie2011

    I've got 4 months to do this.......

    6lb - that's wonderful. Congratulations. I find the shakes too sweet too. I add more iced water, a lot more water. I also blitz them with loads of ice and water, up to the 500ml mark on my smoothie maker - they are weaker in flavour but make a delicious slushy. The extra fluid helps fill...
  109. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    ELO - Electric Light Orchestra
  110. Julie2011

    80lbs / 5.7 Stone lost, My before after pictures and my story - You can change!!!

    What a transformation and what a lot of hard work. Congratulations on your determination because it has really paid off . I don't think you should worry about losing more weight, just concentrate on maintaining the weight and keeping a healthy lifestyle. If you continue the workouts you will...
  111. Julie2011

    Exante newbi

    I want to lose just over 5 stone as a realistic goal, but 6 stone would put me at my ideal long term weight. So I'm on board. I'm into my second week of Total Solution and have dropped 7lb so far. Another 5 stone 3 lb off would take me to 10 stone.
  112. Julie2011

    Total Solution South Pacific

    I've just got some new scales and they weigh a bit heavier than my old ones. However I think they are more accurate. On my old ones I could shuffle around a bit and get a lower reading. I am more focused on clothes sizes than pounds. To have clothes that feel a bit loose and getting into...
  113. Julie2011

    Groupon Special Deal for Exante Shakes - £29.99 for 2 weeks, £39.99 for 4 weeks

    It was working just now but it probably doesn't have long to run. I bought mine last night and just redeemed the Groupon code on Exante a few minutes ago.
  114. Julie2011

    Groupon Special Deal for Exante Shakes - £29.99 for 2 weeks, £39.99 for 4 weeks

    Free Delivery. These are selling really fast so probably won't be available for too long. Also, if you are new to Groupon (or possibly will work with a new email address) you can save £10 on the 4 week offer by using SAVE10 in the promo offer box at checkout. Even when I am not doing Exante...
  115. Julie2011

    Newbie looking for Buddies/motivation

    Just found this information on Exante about extras you can have while on Total Solution, e.g. drinks. http://www.exantediet.com/diet-plans/total-solution-list.list?affil=awin&awc=5386_1467017202_55a15b2e47de31b05c62f549846e1213&utm_source=AWin-78888&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=AffiliateWin
  116. Julie2011

    Newbie looking for Buddies/motivation

    Exante sell two drink mixes - blackcurrant and orange. I've never tried them. You can also have Coke Zero and Dr Pepper Zero. I think you are only allowed them in limited quantities but I can't find the info now. Diet Coke is off plan because it contains citric acid which will take you out...
  117. Julie2011

    Newbie looking for Buddies/motivation

    I've restarted Exante after a couple of years off and three stone on. I've done just over a week and feel okay on it. The first few days are always hard but I find it is much better if I drink a lot of water or black tea. I also make up the shakes and most of the soups with a lot more water...
  118. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Satana
  119. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Aerosmith
  120. Julie2011

    Question from an oldie... Soon To be a re-newbie

    Two stone in five weeks is fantastic. Well done.
  121. Julie2011

    Question from an oldie... Soon To be a re-newbie

    I first used Exante when there were four shakes, four soups and two bars. It wasn't that many years ago. I didn't like the strawberry shakes (still don't) and wasted a lot of them. They added Pasta Carbonara and the porridge about four years ago, and I loved the Pasta Carbonara. I...
  122. Julie2011

    Foodaholic trying to break-free

    You can sell them on ebay. I know it's a pain posting them but it is a good way to sell them and you should get a reasonable return on your original outlay. Although I normally buy directly from Exante I've bought a few from ebay especially my favourites as I run out of those before the rest...
  123. Julie2011

    Favourite sachets/Bars?

    My favourites soups and meals are: Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato soup, the Ham, Pasta and Mushroom Soup, Thai Red Chicken Soup and Pasta Carbonara. I tend to use plenty of black pepper or a few drops of Encona Hot sauce in them. I also add more water to the soups to help with my water...
  124. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Lidl has vine tomatoes half price at 99p kilo this weekend only. These are larger vine tomatoes and absolutely delicious.
  125. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Everyone has done so well on the February exercise motivator, Craig_A's exercise has practically a whole gym class on his own. Sorry I've been a bit late putting the March Exercise Motivator up, but here it is...
  126. Julie2011

    MARCH EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    For the past few months a few of us have used a monthly exercise thread where we record our exercise. I'm not great at exercising unless I have someone to do it with or a target to reach. This is Februarys exercise motivator where we can each log our exercise. You can also set a personal...
  127. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    New Order
  128. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 25 hours Rochelle1 - Achieved 12hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 40 hour 02 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 20hr 20mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple Hugs - 0 ShredFanSW - Achieved 0...
  129. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    New Kids on the Block
  130. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 18 hours 30 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 12hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 27 hour 52 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 16hr 40mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple Hugs - 0...
  131. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 15 hours 15 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 12hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 27 hour 52 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 13hr 40mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple Hugs - 0...
  132. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 11 hours 45 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 9hr 30min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 21 hour 2 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 10hr 50mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple...
  133. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 9 hours 15 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 9hr 30min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 12 hour 0 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 10hr 0mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple Hugs - 0...
  134. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 7 hours 15 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 5hr 30min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 11 hour 45 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 4hr 10mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0 Purple Hugs -...
  135. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 5 hours 30 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved Rochelle1 - Achieved 5hr 30min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 8 hour 30 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 4hr 10mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved Nettie - Achieved Purple Hugs -...
  136. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Siouxie and the Banshees
  137. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 3 hours 30 mins Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved Rochelle1 - Achieved 5hr 30min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 7 hour 30 minutes Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 3hr 10mins Nettee - Target 10 hours - Achieved Nettie - Achieved Purple Hugs -...
  138. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Well done on all your exercise everyone. It's fantastic to see how much we've done. Here is February's exercise motivator. Hope to see you there. http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/307375-february-exercise-motivator.html#post6051836 Julie
  139. Julie2011

    FEBRUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    For the past few months a few of us have used a monthly exercise thread where we record our exercise. I'm not great at exercising unless I have someone to do it with or a target to reach. This is Februarys exercise motivator where we can each log our exercise. You can also set a personal...
  140. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 25 hrs 15 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 12 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 40 hrs 27 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved...
  141. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 23 hrs 45 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 12 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 38 hrs 9 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved...
  142. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    We'll definitely be having a Feb one. I've exercised this month but haven't followed my diet since New Year so I'm hoping to do both in February.
  143. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 22 hrs 15 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 10 1/2 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 38 hrs 9 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  144. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 20 hrs 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 10 1/2 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 29 hrs 22 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  145. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 18 hrs 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 8 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 29 hrs 22 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved...
  146. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 15 hrs 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 8 hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 14 hrs 50 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved...
  147. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 14 hrs FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 6hrs CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 14 hrs 50 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 9...
  148. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 12 hrs 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 4hr 40min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 14 hrs 50 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours...
  149. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    Thanks so much. I've already got it!
  150. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hrs - Achieved 11 hrs FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 3hr 20min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 10 hrs 15 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 5...
  151. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 10 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 2hr 20min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 10 hrs 15 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  152. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    I love Turkish Delight Options (it's my favourite) but you can get the same flavour by using standard chocolate flavour and adding a little rosewater. I adore the Go Bananas and I wish they would bring it back. The Coconut one was disappointing. I was expecting something like a Bounty bar but...
  153. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Just Step to the Beat on the wii last night. A low impact walking exercise but I enjoy it as I march around the island earning buildings, trees etc on the screen. Didn't have the energy for my 30 mins of scheduled wii fit cycling! Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 9 hours 0 mins...
  154. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Be thankful you didn't buy. They were low in price but not in calories. I broke into the parcel for my brother and scoffed another 3. I felt so annoyed with myself afterwards. If they hadn't been on special offer I wouldn't have bought them but I can't resist a bargain! I can safely say that...
  155. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 8 hours 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 3 hr 30min Rochelle1 - Achieved 2hr 20min CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 8 hrs 30 mins Allimack - Target 20...
  156. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    LOL Me too. I bought some of the Quality Street bars yesterday to give to my brother in hospital but I ate them. *Hangs head in shame, and avoided scales this morning* Went down for more today and they were only a few left but down to 10p each. Have wrapped them up so I can't eat this lot.
  157. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    20 mins is great. I still haven't done much today, but am going to get the wii out now and jiggle the flabby bits with a bit of step and cycling I think. My exercise isn't very strenuous but I feel better for doing it even if I only manage short bursts around other things that need to be done...
  158. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    The Monkees
  159. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 8 hours 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 2 hr 20 min Rochelle1 - Achieved 1hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 8 hrs 30 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  160. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Yes, of course you can join. I'll add your name to the list. When you want to update your exercise, copy the most recent list of people and times and add that to your post. Update your own times and post. Julie
  161. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    Thanks Taz, but unfortunately I don't have a smart phone or android or ipod. Maybe I should have a look online to see what else is available. I am trying to stick to plan as I am up 2lb from my pre-Christmas weight which is so disappointing. Maybe I can just use willpower again.
  162. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    Thanks for the advice everyone. I emailed the company who had the offer and they said sorry I'd have to wait for another offer so if anyone see's one please let me know. In the meantime I need to give myself a good talking to and keep my next mini goal uppermost in my mind. Maybe that will...
  163. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    The Eagles
  164. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    My trouble is if I buy them I eat too many. I need a lock on my freezer....or my mouth!
  165. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Just noticed your before and after photos. You look amazing. What a difference, I wouldn't have thought it was the same person. Good luck with getting to goal. Julie
  166. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Toni, your before and after photos are great. What a difference a year makes! Julie
  167. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 7 hours 45 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 2 hr 20 min Rochelle1 - Achieved 1hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 6 hrs 40 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  168. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 6 hours 15 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 2 hr 20 min Rochelle1 - Achieved 1hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 6 hrs 40 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours -...
  169. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Slayer
  170. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Aldi Special offers until 12 January Spring onions (125g) 49p Celery (350g) 49p Salad Potatoes (750g) 49p Cherry tomatoes (250g) 49p Little Gem lettuce (pack of 2) 49p Cucumber 49p LIDL: Lemons (500g) 59p Cherry tomatoes (250g) 50p This weekend only 5 & 6 January Lidl Half Price offers...
  171. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Nothing too strenuous - walking and wii fit jogging, cycling and step Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 4 hours 45 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 1hr CraigA - Total Target 30 hours -...
  172. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    Thanks for the information. They seem to have a CD to drop two dress sizes for £29.99 but I need something a bit more drastic than that I think. Maybe I can buy the Christopher Adams mp3s from someone who got them on the Wowcher deal and doesn't want them. I'll check ebay. I also emailed the...
  173. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    I tried to buy it last night around 10:30 and it wouldn't go through. I could buy other items on Wowcher so I guess it closed early. I am so mad at myself for not buying it earlier and this morning I feel like crying. I had a bad diet day yesterday. I've found it hard to stick to the diet since...
  174. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 3 hours FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 0 CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 4 hrs 47 mins Allimack - Target 20 hours - Achieved 1 hour 0 mins...
  175. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 1 hour 30 mins FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 0 CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 0 Allimack - Achieved 0 Shaunusbrownus - Achieved 0 Nettee -...
  176. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Mopping and hoovering definitely counts if you do it vigorously. As I have to update my own activity, I'll add your activity to the log but next time you want to update your activity, can you just copy the list of names to your post and amend your time. Otherwise it's hard to keep the log...
  177. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours - Achieved 1 hours FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 0 CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 0 Allimack - Achieved 0 Shaunusbrownus - Achieved 0 Nettee - Target 10...
  178. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    ZZ Top
  179. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Target 20 hours, Achieved 0 hours FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 0 CraigA - Total Target 30 hours - Achieved 0 Allimack - Achieved 0 Shaunusbrownus - Achieved 0 Nettie - Achieved 0...
  180. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    I've added you to the list. Good luck. January Julie2011 - Target 20 hours, Achieved 0 hours FaithFluro - Achieved 0 DaisyBell18 - Achieved 0 Hatti - Total Target - Achieved 0 Cat YoYo Greaves - Achieved 0 Rochelle1 - Achieved 0 CraigA - Total Target 0 hours - Achieved 0 Allimack -...
  181. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Hi, Some people set a monthly target, others prefer not to set a target and just record their exercise. I tend to set a target, and mine for January is 20 hours. At this time of year, at least half of my exercise is walking, so others who are doing more strenuous exercise might set a lower...
  182. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    Thank you both. I think for most people it's the face to face sessions addressing specific problems that work the best. Some people have great success with the F2F and others say it didn't work at all, so I think it depends on the person and their state of mind as much as the hypnotist. I just...
  183. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Runrig Oops, realised it should have started with W. Wagg.
  184. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Here is the link for January's Exercise Motivator. Hope to see you all there. http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/302225-january-exercise-motivator.html#post5900559
  185. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 27 hours 30 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  186. Julie2011

    JANUARY EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    I'm not great at exercising unless I have someone to do it with or a target to reach. This is January's exercise motivator where we can each log our exercise. You can also set a personal target if you wish. Any exercise, even 10 minutes, is better than nothing, and having the exercise motivator...
  187. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    The Outlaws
  188. Julie2011

    gastric band hypnotherapy

    There is a deal on Wowcher for a gastric band hypnosis kit. It's not for actual face to face sessions, but download mp3 files. Has anyone tried it? What was the success rate? It's at a huge reduction - only £25 instead of £600 but I don't want to throw away £25 if it is useless. I am losing...
  189. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 25 hours 30 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  190. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Had a walk on Christmas Day between the rain showers. Very leisurely pace so not sure if even counts but I'm adding it anyway. Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 24 hours 45 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours -...
  191. Julie2011

    Challenge thread: All I want for Christmas....

    SunnyRae 6lbs (0lbs lost, 6lbs to go) mini mouse 21lb (3lb lost, 18lb to go) Phoenyx 43lbs (6lbs lost, 37 to go) Fizzyfluff 14lbs (0lbs lost, 14 to go) time2go (10lbs lost, 35to go) LadyGeorgie 33lbs (3lbs lost, 30 to go) bajoleth 39lbs (13lbs lost 23 to go) Trefoil 36lbs (5.5lb lost 30.5...
  192. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Merry Christmas Everyone Christmas Cottage - animated Flash ecard by Jacquie Lawson I'm going to enjoy Christmas but not stuff myself silly this year. If you have time this afternoon, check out the reduced items in the supermarkets cool shelves, because today's the day you can usually get some...
  193. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Merry Christmas Everyone. Christmas Cottage - animated Flash ecard by Jacquie Lawson Don't forget to come back to record your exercise when you burn off those Christmas calories. Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 23 hours 45 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11...
  194. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    It's never too late to join. You can add any exercise. We'll be starting a new one in January, but why wait until then? Join now and get a wee bit of exercise logged before the end of year.
  195. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Everything but the Girl
  196. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 23 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  197. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    'N Sync
  198. Julie2011

    Michael Mosley Eat, Fast and Live Longer on BBC

    Good idea. Also pay by cheque so it never gets cashed.;)
  199. Julie2011

    Michael Mosley Eat, Fast and Live Longer on BBC

    If the world is going to end on Friday (as per the Mayan calendar) I'm having an up day tomorrow!
  200. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Santana
  201. Julie2011

    JUDDD - Introduce Yourself!!

    I'm not sure if it would be suitable for someone with a stomach ulcer. I'd suggest you speak to your doctor.
  202. Julie2011

    Where do i sign?!! Im in!!

    You've done amazingly well. You look so so much slimmer, it's almost like you have a different body. Well done.
  203. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 22 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  204. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 21 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  205. Julie2011

    Wii or Xbox Kinext fitness games

    I got a program called Step to the Beat by Konami for wii. You step in time with the music and open up all the routes plus build all the trees, infrastructure, etc on an island plus other things like a clock so you can change the time of day, more music and star signs. It's known as Walk it...
  206. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Went to Aldi to stock up on the super 6 fruit and veg, and also bought a 700ml (14.5% proof) bottle of Ballycastle Irish Cream liqueur for £3.99 after a recommendation from a lady in the queue. Just tried it and tastes like Baileys to me. I haven't had Baileys since last Christmas, so frequent...
  207. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Electric Light Orchestra
  208. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 20 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  209. Julie2011

    JUDDD - Introduce Yourself!!

    I normally do alternate days, but I have done 2 up days followed by two down days on occasion. I don't go wild on the up days, and eat 1800-2000 calories. You can also do the ratio of 5 up to 2 down, but you won't lose as much weight. Apparently it still has the long term health benefits...
  210. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 18 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  211. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Does anyone know what the fruit & veg special offers are at Lidl this week?
  212. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Coldplay
  213. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Has anyone else had trouble editing their posts. I wanted to add a link to the programme on Alternate Day Fasting with Dr Michael Moseley which was the cataylst for me to try it: BBC Horizon 2012: Eat, Fast and Live Longer - YouTube
  214. Julie2011

    Michael Mosley Eat, Fast and Live Longer on BBC

    An update. I'm averaging 7lb a month weight loss. I feel much better and do quite a bit of walking, cycling or now it is cold and dark in the evenings, wii exercises, averaging an hour a day. That has probably helped too. I can definitely see a big difference in my hips and thighs and my...
  215. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Juddd stands for Johnson Up Down Day Diet. There's more information on it on the web. It's basically the same as Alternate Day Fasting aka Intermittent Day Fasting. It works really well for me, although keeping to 500 calories on the down days can be hard, I'm only ever one day away from...
  216. Julie2011

    JUDDD - Introduce Yourself!!

    I started in August and I have lost over two stone with alternate day fasting. I've done WW, Exante and other VLCDs, Atkins plus just about every fad diet going, but I find Alternate Day dieting the easiest to stick with long term. You're only ever one day away from eating what you crave, but...
  217. Julie2011

    Challenge thread: All I want for Christmas....

    SunnyRae 6lbs (0lbs lost, 6lbs to go) mini mouse 21lb (3lb lost, 18lb to go) Phoenyx 43lbs (6lbs lost, 37 to go) Fizzyfluff 14lbs (0lbs lost, 14 to go) time2go (10lbs lost, 35to go) LadyGeorgie 33lbs (3lbs lost, 30 to go) bajoleth 39lbs (13lbs lost 23 to go) Trefoil 36lbs (5.5lb lost 30.5...
  218. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    I'm doing JUDDD so I don't count syns. I much prefer the Muller Greek yoghurts, particularly the cherry one. Yum yum. I can eat anything I want on my up days within reason as if I am on SW maintenance. On my down days I am limited to just under 500 calories.
  219. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 17 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 11 hours 25 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  220. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Oasis
  221. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    99p for Muller Light Cheesecake Yoghurts 6 pack (3 lemon cheesecake and 3 New York cheesecake) at 99p stores. Expiry date 22 December so same as Sainsburys. Not sure if all the stores will have them, but possibly these flavours aren't selling well and Muller had to offload them to the 99p...
  222. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    U2 (maybe you'll have to use it as U Two)
  223. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 14 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 10 hours 55 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  224. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Hi Rhirhi93, congratulations on your weight loss. 8.5lbs in your first weigh in is very impressive. There are several people on SW in this thread, others doing different diets and some just maintaining. Of course you can join. Add your name to the list. Each time you do exercise, copy the...
  225. Julie2011

    Challenge thread: All I want for Christmas....

    SunnyRae 6lbs (0lbs lost, 6lbs to go) mini mouse 21lb (3lb lost, 18lb to go) Phoenyx 43lbs (6lbs lost, 37 to go) Fizzyfluff 14lbs (0lbs lost, 14 to go) time2go (10lbs lost, 35to go) LadyGeorgie 33lbs (3lbs lost, 30 to go) bajoleth 39lbs (13lbs lost 23 to go) Trefoil 36lbs (5.5lb lost 30.5...
  226. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 12 hours 0 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 10 hours 15 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo...
  227. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Hi and welcome Allimack. I've added you to the list. Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 9 hours 30 mins FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 7 hours 50 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 4.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz...
  228. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Flying Pickets
  229. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    It's all exercise, and you are right every little helps. Do you have a step counter? You probably do lots of exercise keeping up with an active 3 year old. Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 8 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 6 hours 45 mins DaisyBell18 - Total...
  230. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    Smile (before Queen were Queen)
  231. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours - Achieved 6 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 5 hours 30 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 3.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo Greaves -...
  232. Julie2011

    November Exercise Motivator Challenge

    Shaun and others, we now have a new thread for you to record all your December exercise. Join us there: The new December motivator is here (DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR)http://www.minimins.com/slimming-wor...ml#post5847408 (DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR)
  233. Julie2011

    Where the bargains are at and anything else thats useful.

    Lucky you. We don't have any Home Bargains or B&M stores but I wish we did. I live in SW London and there is a Lidl a few miles away. I drove there Sunday to get some more of the apples on special offer and other fruit & veg only to find a big sign up "Closed Sunday 2 December for...
  234. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours. Achieved 4 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 5 hours 30 mins DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 3.5 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo Greaves -...
  235. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    One of my favourite bands! I kept hoping an L would turn up. Dire Straits
  236. Julie2011

    Hair thinninh

    I'd really recommend you speak to your doctor or ring NHS direct. It's could be all sorts of things, and not necessarily linked to your diet or medication.
  237. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours. Achieved 2 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours Hatti - Total Target 30 day shred - Achieved 2/30 Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo Greaves - Total Target...
  238. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours. Achieved 1 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours Hatti - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 1 hours Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo Greaves - Total Target xx...
  239. Julie2011

    Use the last letter to give a new band name

    The Supremes (wish I could think of one that didn't end in S)
  240. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Hi Helzzz Glad to have you aboard. I've added your name to the list. Each time you want to record your exercise, just copy the list on the most recent post in the thread and update your details. Some people set targets, others don't, so just do what is right for you. Happy Exercising...
  241. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Julie2011 - Total Target 20 hours. Achieved 0 hours FaithFluro - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours DaisyBell18 - Total Target 18 hours - Achieved 0 hours Hatti - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 1 hours Helzzzz - Total Target xx hours - Achieved 0 hours Cat YoYo Greaves - Total Target xx...
  242. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Hi Rochelle, I will add your name to the list. When you want to update your totals, just copy the most recent version of the list which should be on the last post in the thread and add your details. It's not a competition so do as much or as little as you wish.
  243. Julie2011

    DECEMBER EXERCISE MOTIVATOR

    Well done on the Shred. Hatti if you want to record your time, copy the most recent list of names and update your details.
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