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    2nd week

    Week 2 weigh in and 4lbs off, I'm sorta happy, happier that my work trousers are falling off (slight exaggeration) than the weight loss to be honest but sticking with it and roll on next week. Not bad for SS+ I guess.
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    DISAPOINTING WEEK

    Awwwh dont get disheartened and you shouldnt feel cheated at all. This is not about 1 week, this is about a whole journey and sometimes our body just needs to take stock once in a while. You cant compare yourself to other people as everyone's bodies/lifestyles are different and they will...
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    **Wonderful Weightloss Wednesday**

    Happy Wednesday peeps ! Working from home today and still a bit giddy after my weigh in last night. Thought I might wake up this morning and it all had been a dream. Woohoo ! Happy Birthday Angela Well done on the size 10 trousers Curly Glad to hear the US Biggest loser is back, I've just...
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    First weigh in

    Well done Tina, looks like your off to a great start :)
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    4.5 hrs to go and feeling crap - UPDATE!

    Thanks everyone :D
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    4.5 hrs to go and feeling crap - UPDATE!

    CDC just left and guess what, I lost 9lbs woohoo. Now I'm on SS+ which means that I wont have the massive losses but hey, I'm chuffed to bits with that. I do still feel a bit bloated but was in a panic for nothing. WTG Me :D
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    4.5 hrs to go and feeling crap - UPDATE!

    4 1/2 hrs to go till I get weighed. My first weigh in and I feel as bloated as a big massive whale. TOTM started today and I could just weep. I've felt great all last week and only really hungry on Sunday night (but now I know why). Sods law that today is weigh day and I feel like I weigh a...
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    pics

    Its posts like this that keep me motivated, thank you and WELL DONE !!! 4 days down for me and feelin good :)
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    Just wondering.........

    Hi, and thanks for your comments. Spoke to new CDC tonight and she suggested doing the SS+ until my BMI comes down and then full on SS so she's coming tomorrow night with my packs and I'm happy. Thats me back on track yay ! p.s no underlying medical condition just a BMI of 42 and my doc the...
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    Just wondering.........

    I'm thinking about having a go with CD again just to get things kickstarted. SW is a great eating plan but I need a serious kick up the bum and have no social events planned in the near future so this is a good a time as any to focus on me. One question I have, I hope someone knows this, is...
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    Got my club 10!

    Congratulations, well done :)
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    feeling disapointed

    Oh dont feel dissapointed, that only leads to your brain telling you that you need comforting and what do we all reach for when that happens ??? Its not whats on the scales that counts at the end of the day, they're only a guide. Its whats inside us that matters and the only thing that...
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    STAGG less than 1% Veg Garden Veg Chili

    Yep that looks like the one, thanks. A great tin to have in the cupboard for emergencies on a Green or EE day. Thanks :)
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    STAGG less than 1% Veg Garden Veg Chili

    STAGG less than 1% Veg Garden Veg Chili Saw this in Morrisons and thought I'd pick it up for emergencies with the hope that it had quite a low syn value being less than 1%. Hope someone can help me out with this. Thanks :)
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    I'm Back

    Welcome back, good luck x
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    can i ask monday weighers

    I weigh in on a Monday and I think it does have an effect on what goes on at the weekend. I used to weigh in on a Wed and always had that buffer of 2 days to "undo" the damage, however my weekends I tend to do EE anyway which gives the flexibility I need. I think its six and half a dozen at...
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    Syn free sausages

    What about the 95% fat free bowyers ones? Does anyone know how many syns they have on a RED day ?
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    I have a Wii!

    I loved mine when I first got it but since my darling son has taken his Wii to his dads and thats where its likely going to stay my Wii fit board/game will be on ebay by the end of the week :cry: I miss it :sigh:
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    Half a jar of Nutella

    Which is exactly the reason I cant have nutella in my house. Infact I have even banned my neighbour from having it as I'm sure I can sense that naughty little jar in their cupboards and it would be too embarassing to explain why I've broken in to their house............its evil I tell ya! Draw...
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    PASTA SAUCES...????? HELP!!!!

    Jar sauces are very high in syns and most jars/packets contain quite a lot of sugar. Best making your own sauces when you have time and then just freezing portions to use when you need to make something quickly. Passata, chopped tinned toms, and a variety of veg make superb sauces and you...
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    What I cant get my head around is that dont you think in previous series they've lost a lot more weight than this shower ??? I really feel like half of them are just there for a jolly and god knows what will happen come final night, I'm convinced half of them will still be huuuuuuge...
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    Monday Weighers.....

    Well done Andie on your first week and everyone else who's weighing in today. 2lbs off for me this week and I'm chuffed. Now if I could just keep this losing lark up for a few weeks and get a head of steam up I could really do some damage hehe!
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    COLESLAW

    I make my own with Extra Light Mayo mixed with some quark and vinegar, its very tastey. Syns very low because of the EL mayo.
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    First date?

    Hope your date went really well. Keeping my fingers crossed. :D
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    This is ok, right ???

    Harrie, I don't know why I was starving, just one of those days......instead of panicking and gorging on "off plan" foods I think I chose sensibly. Perhaps a sign that my comfort cravings are coming under control ??? Who knows, but I hope so. I think I still managed to have a red day but with...
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    This is ok, right ???

    Yeh angel, I only ever buy wholemeal pasta/rice now a days, so I think its ok. Thanks x
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    This is ok, right ???

    So today was a RED day, my 3rd in a row of 100% and all going well until 6pm. I was STARVING with a capital S and the thought of grilling the steak I had and having that with a large salad just filled me with dread, I knew it wouldnt fill me. So........I defrosted some quorn spag bol and...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thats 2 100% days under my belt now, result :D. Taking it each day as it comes. With regards to syns, my main issue this week so far has been having all my syns, I've only been having about 5 a day Monday and Tuesday of this week, I hope it wont stall any weight loss, must try to have a few...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thanks Gem, I wasn't really "off" plan, just not fully focussed and a bit silly sometimes, hence the STS. But I'm going for as many 100% days as I can manage in a week. Off now to have a peek at your diary to see what you've been up to............. T4A xx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Been a little bit awol for the last few weeks as life just took over and I was not paying much attention to what I ate. Didn't gain, just STS which was a blessing. However I got a bit of a jolt Friday night and realised that I needed to get my head straight again. Had a 100% day yesterday for...
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    Whats for dinner tonight!

    I'm having quorn chille and rice, finishing off my first 100% day in a few weeks. Chuffed !
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    Asda gfy lightly dressed pasta salad

    Hi Lady M, it was with the coleslaw, pasta salads etc. It was really nice with big chunks of veg in a nice light dressing, perfect really.
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    Asda gfy lightly dressed pasta salad

    Oh fabulous, 2.5 on green, gosh thats so handy to know for future, and it was delish hehe! Thanks for that Louize x
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    Monday WI

    You've done so well so far, thats brill and even if tonight's scales show a sts or slight gain you'll be able to get rid in no time at all. T4A xx
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    Asda gfy lightly dressed pasta salad

    Hello, can anyone help me with the syns for this little pasta pot. Found myself in ASDA at lunchtime starving and ready to grab the first thing that came to hand. Hopefully this is reasonable, no syns consumed as yet today so got some to play with. Thanks in advance :)
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    1st of July Challenge

    1 lb for me this week. Steady and sure wins the race, I'm not even going to think about moaning that its only 1lb because add all these 1lbs up and by the end of the year I'll be so much healthier. Well done everyone else this week :D
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    Exercise

    Excersise BOOSTS your metabolism. While it not contribute to weight loss directly, like what we eat does. It does make our bodies more efficient at burning calories.
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    O/T New York and Boston

    I simply adore NYC and have been quite a few times (its becoming an addiction!) All the above tips I would recommend. Where are you staying? Which hotel? If you're into your sports, find out what/who's playing at Madison Square Garden, you can get tickets fairly cheaply for the sports...
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    well pleased , lost 3lbs this week

    You need to update your ticker in the "edit signature section / User CP", it wont let you update straight from the thread screen.
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    i cannot believe....

    There must be tons of sugar in that sauce. Just goes to prove that "low fat" isn't always whats best.
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Well I stayed the same this week. I'm not surprised, I havent been as vigilate as I should have been. Those day's OFF plan didnt do me any good at all. Oh well, I didnt gain so thats a plus. Only 1 night this week where I'm not in control of what I eat so will have to be extra strict with...
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    anyone run as a form of exercise?

    Ohhh I need to google this podrunner thing. I used to run a few years ago, doubt I could muster up a slow jog at the moment but intregued about this wee gizmo. I like gizmos.
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    1st of July Challenge

    STS this week, agggh I knew that was coming. But at least I didnt gain. Last week was a bit up and down but aiming to have a better week this week. Still on target for the challenge. Must try to get my bike back from the man who's holding it hostage, although going out in this rain takes...
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    Extra Easy hard week

    I think that sounds like you're in control and being in control is sucess :D
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    A no scales week!

    Ohhhhh thats a brave challenge Gemma. I'm addicted to my early morning weigh in but only in my jammies and after my morning wee (sorry!!!) and if I've even had 1 little sip of tea or something else I dont go near them. I think I have mild OCD hehe ! Eeeeeeeeeeek good luck hon !
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    Extra Easy hard week

    Awwh your hubby sounds lovely. Give him an extra massive big hug tonight for that. Its so easy to have a few bad days and get it into our minds that we've failed when in fact we've just been living our lives. I dont think there is any such thing as failure with the SW plan as it gives you...
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    Biggest Loser (UK and Australian)

    I am with you TAZ, I'm so dissapointed in the UK one. Kate G has no charisma whatsoever and dragging it out over episode after episode for WI and Elimination is just tiresome. Why did they do this? The last 2 UK ones were so much better. The contestants have no idea of the opportunity...
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    Extra Easy hard week

    Hi Tara, I've had a bit of a hard week too with many "life" things interfering with my plan. Company conferences and just having complete moments of weakness. Don't let it get you down, you can't measure sucess on what you achieve in 1 measly little week. Stick with it and back on plan...
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    Megs Sixx - Battle to Lose Weight Diary

    Well done Meg, keep with it and keep up with the swimming and you'll see some great results in no time. xx
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    Just started and no loss :(

    Hi Techno, You have to give this a fighting chance. You need to stick to the plan for at least 4 weeks to begin with and then review your results. SW isnt a quick fix where you're going to see the lbs drop off after a week or so, give your body time to sort itself out and you WILL see...
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    ???

    Poor Jegs, I hope she finds whatever it is that's lost, unless its lbs then they can stay lost forever :D
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    Oh-Amy's Diary

    Hi Amy, It's tough when things in life are out of our control and what we do to compensate is the one thing that IS in our control.... EAT !!! I'm sure its something that affects all of us but what I've learned is that its how we react to it and how we deal with it afterwards that counts. You...
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    Claire has returned! All help and advice appreciated!

    Enjoy your walk today Claire. I'm off out this afternoon too and told myself I wont be back until I've done at least 5 miles. I need to start being more disciplined. Have a great Sunday x
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Have a great holiday Taz :D
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    Lydia's Slimming World Diet Diary

    mmmmm syn free pancakes, I MUST go find that recipe now and have a go. Well done on the cardiocombat, I've got a DVD thats quite old that works on bums and tums and I love that still, even though its ancient. You feel like you get a real good workout. I must hunt that DVD out and prove...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thanks Amy :D My weekend so far has been a bit up and down, I think my body is suffering the effects of that darned conference and all that wine and sauces with meal. Saturday started well and then went downhill when my son popped a tube of pringles then promptly ate 2, needless to say the...
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    1st of July Challenge

    My first week result for the July Challenge was 3lbs loss. Can you add that please and well done everyone :D thanks xx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thanks Claire and Lou.........:D I've woken this morning and realised that I'm on holiday from work now until next Tuesday so I'm not sure if thats a good thing or a bad thing eeeeeeek ! Will have to go shopping today as my cupboards are bare having hardly been in the house this past week and...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Well this week has been a bit of a nightmare. I've been at a company conference in one of the UK's more fantastic hotels. The food was to die for but I tried to be sensible and eat carefully and then we had an activity on day 1 which gave me some much needed excersise. I missed my class on...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Hi Gemma, My weigh in day is Wednesdays. I find that EE is better for me at the weekends that way I can plan a "normal meal" for dinner and not have to worry about substituting quorn for meat or not having rice/pots/pasta with meat. It just seems to make it easier at the weekends. During...
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    1st Weigh in tonight...

    Good luck for tonight Paul, with regards to what to do about eating, everyone is different so just do what feels right for you. A low syn snack to keep you going is what I normally do and then eat afterwards but its up to you and how you feel. xx
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    Nat's food and fitness diary

    Ohhhh wd on the gym. I'm sure you will see the benefit of all that hard work in no time. I STILL have to find a way to get some walking/cycling/swimming into my week. With regards, to EE days, I've just had 2 EE days at the weekend and they worked out brill. I don't mind sticking to...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Happy Monday. So far so good, I had a wee incident last night with a packet of crisps and a fudge and then another packet of crisps and another fudge. God knows what was wrong with me but I wanted them and I had them. So a wee bit over on syns for me yesterday but I've never had even close to...
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    Dawna's Weight Loss Diary

    Well done on having a good first week and resisting the kebab, I'm sure you're going to see a pleasant result at your WI tonight and that will spur you on even more. Take small steps and forget about that big looming number of lbs to lose, break it down. Win lots of small races and you'll have...
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    You're going to hoover yourself silly this afternoon ........ I hope its arrived :D
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    Campbells Condensed Low Fat Mushroom Soup

    oooh 7 isnt too bad. Yes, please post the recipe because it sounds lush mmmm !
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    The Sausage Diaries!

    "The Sausage Diaries".......oh dear that made me giggle. Love the title hehe ! Well done on your loss so far. I feel that writing stuff down makes it so much easier to keep my head in the right place. Good Luck xx
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    Nat's food and fitness diary

    Hi Nat, I too love the fact that if I find myself unprepared I can grab something like a baked pot for lunch and know that I'm still on track. Well done on your loss so far and Good Luck going forward :)
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    Kat's Diary

    Well done on your loss :D I've tried a couple of the curry recipes and been dissapointed. Going to try yours this week and fingers crossed it will work out.:rolleyes:
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Glad you had a great time Taz and of course you'll shift that measly 2lbs by weigh in day, for you, it will be a doddle hehe ! You're an inspriation :D
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    I've had a good weekend so far. Had my very first EE day yesterday and it worked, OMG it worked. I ate sensibly all day and then for my dinner in the evening I had a lovely oven roasted chicken breast, SW Chips and Beans. Today I'm having Eggs and lean (fat chopped off bacon) for lunch and...
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    Hello - I'm new to the site..

    What a brilliant loss so far, well done you xx
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    Mug Shots

    Yep those 3 mentioned, the S n S, Chicken and Tom ones are all free on Green. I've got sachets of these stashed around my work, in my car, in my work bag and at home. They're just so handy for a quick fix.
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    I'm Back after a break

    Welcome back to SW Angel xx
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    Fell off the wagon - so annoyed with myself

    What everyone else says, I agree with. However, STOP!!!, and I mean Stop beating yourself up about this and feeling bad about it and turn that around to the good feeling you have when you lose. It doesnt take einstein to figure out what you're going to do to make yourself feel better...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    You too Gemma, have a good weekend thats full of just the right amount of syn hehe !
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    John O' Groats to Land's End virtually - anyone want to join me?

    Just to let you know, I'm still in John O' Groats, eeeeeeeek !:p
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    ITS FRIDAY!!!!

    ~Morning Paul, Its almost the weekend YAY !. All this talk of beer gardens and vodka has completely distracted me this morning and if it wasnt for a conference call later this afternoon with my team, I'd be out the door like a shot at lunchtime. Have a great weekend, with just the right...
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    I joined last night

    Well done Tara, you've taken the first step and its all downhill from here on in. Good luck with the EE plan, I've not yet had a go with that, just stuck mainly to RED/GREEN but I think EE will suit me more at the weekends, we'll see ! Have a great day x
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Oh I feel great today. Don't know why, but I do. Yesterday I had a good food day and today I feel less bulky. I need to hang onto that feeling and use it to keep me motivated. Now having Prince Charming wander into my life today would just make it complete.:sigh:
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    Where is everyone from?

    I've sent you a PM. How silly am I going to look if its not the same Vodkamonster. :D
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    Bacon!

    Ok now I'm hungry......... thanks hehe ! Mmmmm bacon sandwich......no no no, Its green today...........mmmmm bacon sandwich.......ahhhhhgggggggg thanks girls hehe !
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    Where is everyone from?

    Vodkamonster, I wonder if you're the same Vodkamonster I know from another site......hmmmmm wondering ! :rolleyes: Oh I'm near Wigan too.......
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    I was good YAY

    Well done on synning that bunny, at least you know what its going to cost and you can decide how much of it you're going to eat. xx
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    A GOOD MOAN!

    Our bodies are strange machines and dont always do what we expect them to do. Everyone's body is different and perhaps you were just retaining a wee bit extra water this week because of something new you ate. You'll probably find that it regulates itself out today/tomorrow and if you dont...
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    Claire has returned! All help and advice appreciated!

    Skinnier than me too, so it must be true hehe !
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    Good Morning everyone...

    Morning Paul, I agree with Stacey that your positive energy is bouncing off the page. Glad you're having a good week and just think how fabulous its going to be on Monday at class when all your hard work pays off. Woohoo, well done you xx
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Hi Taz, Just popping in to say hi. Hope your day goes as planned and that your mum brings the milk, quick ! xx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Ok so week 2 has started and I'm going to try my best to stick to 100%. Whats gonna stop me:- 1. Not being prepared and having the right things in the cupboard 2. Managing my weekend 3. Excersise of some description every day 4. Choose food wisely at the company conference 5. Save as many...
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    Wednesday Weigh In

    2lbs for me, and thats a start. roll on next week woohoo !
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    2lbs gone woohoo........ not bad considering I've not been 100% but 2lbs a week could equal 5stone by the end of the year, now thats made me grin :D
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    Megs Sixx - Battle to Lose Weight Diary

    Hi Meg, good luck on your weight loss journey, I'm sure you'll do just brilliantly. Are you getting enough to eat ? :)
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    ohhhh its always better swimming in pairs.......I wish I had someone to go with. I haven't been swimming for a few years and am heavier now that I've ever been and the thought of the fear on folks faces as I emerge from the changing room just terrorizes me. One day I'll be brave again :) have...
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    John O' Groats to Land's End virtually - anyone want to join me?

    Ohhh I like the sound of this challenge. My bike (pedal bike) is currently being held hostage by the bike repair shop so perhaps I could start off by walking and see where it gets me and if by any change I manage to negotiate my bikes release from that nasty man I can cycle too. Great idea xx
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    2 stone award....woohoo!!!!

    Well done, thats brill and a complete inspiration. Woohoo :D
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    Wednesday Weigh In

    I've had a wedding (not mine), a weekend away, a meal out on Monday (all sorta synned in a way) and a small but nasty incident with a tub of ben and jerry's so any loss will make me a happy chappy ! Roll on 4pm
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    OMG - I've fallen off the SW wagon in spectatular style this week - HELP!

    I've just read the time table and there will be another wagon along shortly, just hop on :D
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thanks Claire, I'll be posting here so fingers crossed x
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Gem ya goose, I've not done 100% lol, far from it. I'm not as good as you :) Will try for this week though hehe!
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    Deborahs journey to a size 10

    Awwh debs, dont be too hard on yourself. We all have binges and we all have to find a way to cope with them. I've read many ways that people use to counteract binging but at the end of the day, when you're in that frame of mind its hard to snap yourself out of it even though you know an hr...
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    stardusts diary

    Hi there, Well done on your 1/2 stone so far. This is really a great place for tips and advice. Everyone here is here for the same reason so you'll never be stuck for someone to chat to or get some information from. Good luck xx
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    Hen's rollercoaster diary

    Just had a quick read through your diary. Its great how you're getting to grips with your eating and you'll find that the more you write things down and start to understand what makes you feel good and what makes you feel bad will address that balance. Well done on the bike rides. I put my...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Its weigh in day today and I'm quite excited. I haven't been 100% as I've had a wedding, weekend away and a meal out on Monday (which I've tried to syn) but all in all I'm pleased with my first week efforts. I've tried to introduce new things to my diet including more RED days and I think I've...
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    1st of July Challenge

    Ohhhhh I'll join you on that challenge. 10 wks, 2lb per week, makes 20lbs by first July. My weigh in day is Wed too so its perfect. :D
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    Flexi Syns....

    6.5 is still enough for a curly wurly :)
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    DONE IT...no more talking so need to start losing!!!

    Hi Paul, Well done in getting to class and it wont be long before you get your head round the plans. Sometimes I haven't decided what day I'm on until tea time as I've had free on both and HEB throughout the day so it leaves me free to have a choice later in the day. I tend to have quorn...
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    Alli.. out today/tommorow

    I think, like many of us, when this first came out as a possibility of being offered over the counter, I did some research and was horrified at the side effects of this drug. Along with that, which is bad enough, I couldnt understand the benefits if you were already on a low fat diet. New Diet...
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    just couldn't do it...........

    Welcome back to SW. There are still 11/12 weeks left until July and plenty time to make a real difference. Good luck xxx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Thanks Weemo, not sure if this week is going to reflect well on the scales. I feel bulkier today than I've felt in a while and a little visitor arrived (hence the haribo craving yesterday). I'm keeping positive and just finished my weetabix with hot milk and banana and have half a cooked...
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    DONE IT...no more talking so need to start losing!!!

    Ohh good luck Paul (and Dawna), hope you have fun at your classes tonight. Remember and come back here and let us all know how you got on :)
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    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Sorry to hear your sad news :(
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    Wannabslim's SW diary - saying "goodbye"

    ooh wd on your 3lbs. It really is worth it. If you count it you can have it and everything is countable, so you're never deprived. SW really is the business once you get your head round it. T4A xx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Well I survived the wedding and almost kept to the plan all weekend. Sat driving up I had prepared a packed lunch of chicken salad and while my darling son was munching away on his cheeze and tomato sandwiches, I was happy with my salad and yoghurt. The buffet at the wedding wasnt much to...
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    JUST JOINED MINIMINS!!!

    This is a great place for motivation and information. I have just started back to a class as I dont do so well "going it alone". However this site is invaluable for instant advice. Good luck xx
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    I'm back on track as from today

    Welcome back, glad you've maintained, and just think of all the lovely clothes you'll be able to wear by summer. Good luck xx
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Week 1 is going ok, better than I thought. Last time I did SW I really felt like I got stuck in a rut of eating the same old things all the time and this time I really needed to get my head around trying new things and finding a way to have RED days without feeling hungry. Since I restarted on...
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    Confused...........

    Thanks guys, that makes sense. I should have known that hehe, never mind, I'm offski to have 2 more ryvita as I'm a wee bit peckish..........
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    Confused...........

    Ok I hope someone can help with this confusion. In the book on page 18 of the Original section and page 19 of the Green section there is a column called Grab and Go thats got all the ryvita/scan bran etc in it. So why does it have 2 ryvita original/Dark Rye/Sesame as an option and then right...
  119. time4action

    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    I think I might just use Extra Easy at the weekends where I find it more difficult to plan. During the week I think it will be easier to do red/green. I just wish I could feel fuller and less hungry on Green grrrrrr !
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    First week going it alone - Thursday weigh in

    Congratulations!!!! Brilliant that you feel confident enough to go it alone. Well done x
  121. time4action

    Feeling fed up

    Ohhhh don't give up on SW just yet. Give it a few more weeks. Like others have said, write things down, montior syns and most of all........... Have you spoken to your consultant? She/He will give you all the support you need to figure this out. Good luck xx
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    Constant Weighing

    I weigh myself every morning too. But I am also mindfull of the fact that our bodies fluctuate day to day. I think with me I do it out of habit more than anything else. Always first thing, with my jammies and before any food. If I forget for some reason and have a cup of tea or get dressed...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    So this is D Day and Day 1 of my new start. Went to class last night and I'm so pleased I rejoined. The leader was lovely ( a sort of no mess, no nonsense kind of leader) and that suits me fine. Extra Easy sounds fab. The thought of being able to have some baby new pots with a steak or...
  124. time4action

    Rejoining Class...........

    Going back to class was the RIGHT thing to do. It's just given me that little bit of motivation that I needed and OH MY GOD I love the thought of Extra Easy.......... Spag Bol without having to use quorn is gonna be magic. I have a wedding to attend this weekend so I'll have to be extra...
  125. time4action

    Rejoining Class...........

    Yep this trying at home business just isnt for me. Class is at 4pm so I'm gonna head off now. I seem to have a collection of SW booklets/starter packs in my kitchen and I'm off now to add to my collection.....holy moly ! Jeez I hope this time is the right time.......... T4A x
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    As I've just posted in the main thread, I cant go it alone. Its just not working for me. I came home last night and made some oven chips, sandwiched them in white bread and butter............ WHY !!!!!! How stupid was that, completely and utterly idiotic. So tonight I'm going to join a local...
  127. time4action

    Rejoining Class...........

    I'm rejoining a class tonight. This going it alone lark is just not working out for me even with the increased excersise. I think I'm heavier now than I've ever been in my life (even when I was pregnant!!) and thats a shocker....... Jeez why do we do it to ourselves, how do we remotely think...
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    not a very good weigh in at all

    Why are you beating yourself up at losing 10lbs in 2 weeks? I dont understand that. The more pressure you pile on yourself the harder you will find this. You need to relax and have confidence that if you are following the plan you will lose and if you have a wee hiccup then its not the end of...
  129. time4action

    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    I am completely rubbish at keeping a diary!!!! Its been almost a week since I had my revelation that my clothes were not going to expand any more and that something had to be done. Since then I've been out and purchased a WII Fit (which I must say has been marvellous) and tried to get my head...
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    1 hr a day on the WII must help. I know the WII is no substitute for the gym or full cardo excersise but that 1 hr that I will try to do on the WII would be an hr that I would be curled up on the couch with a tube of pringles, so thats got to be better...........
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    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    Yes Gemma, the step is good, I'm hoping it unlocks different step routines as I go on. I had an idea last night of getting my little trampoline out for the running section as I think that would be an additional benefit and make the running in a spot thing seem more realistic. I used my...
  132. time4action

    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    So my WII fit is set up (thanks to my darling son). So far I've stepped, ran, hula hooped, ski jumped and the rest and I'm exhausted but oh my goodness what fun we've had. I wonder how much of a difference this is actually gonna make. If nothing else, its got me off the couch hehe ! I'm...
  133. time4action

    Excited!!!!

    Well I escaped from work at lunchtime and picked mine up from ASDA. My son has arrived with his WII console and is setting things up. I'm so excited too wheeeee !!
  134. time4action

    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Good to see you too and I've been very much AWOL from any kind of eating plan/normal life but I'm back and ready to give things a go again. Surely sometime is the right time and hopefully that time is now.
  135. time4action

    Oh look, there's a wagon........

    Thanks girlies, Just reserved my WII fit at Argos and collecting this afternoon. I'll be hula hooping by teatime wheeeeee !
  136. time4action

    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    The art is to let them think they've won hehe !
  137. time4action

    Oh look, there's a wagon........

    Ninja - CD is the Cambridge Diet (meal replacement shakes/soups etc) I've just sent a txt to my son to retrieve his WII from his dads today and off out later (when I can escape from work) to buy WII fit. If nothing else it will get me off the couch and moving. Hope everyone has a good day x
  138. time4action

    T4A's Diary -1 x 100% day under my belt

    I thought I'd start a diary to keep me on track. I am very much going this alone and have very few people to talk to regarding the food issues that I tend to face on a day to day basis. I quite often think, "why is it always about food, why is it at breakfast time I'm fantasising about...
  139. time4action

    Oh look, there's a wagon........

    Well ladies, what a year this past year has been. Lost 2 stone with a combination of CD and then moving to SW (moved off CD when I had a panic attack about licking a pringle eeek!) And now after my life has literally fallen apart I've stuck most of it back together with sellotape and paper...
  140. time4action

    New Decision..........

    Hi Jim and Islandbreeze, Thanks for your messages, I HAVE :D to do well, its not an option this time. Thank goodness we've got this space for support. I'm counting on you guys !!!!
  141. time4action

    New Decision..........

    Morning folks. After a stupid year of letting myself pile back on the pounds I've decided to jump back onto the Atkins wagon. I've been following Slimming World off and on for the past year with some initial results but now at the end of one long binge since last August and suffering for it...
  142. time4action

    THE WEIGHTY MATEY'S January Slim

    Hi Girlies, Well as expected my flu has gotten the better of my first week. I knew that really as since Saturday SW has been the last thing from my mind. Today its horrid, I'm sitting here on my couch wrapped in a blanket sneezing and coughing all over the shop. Managed to get to weigh in...
  143. time4action

    THE WEIGHTY MATEY'S January Slim

    My weight in tonight too and I feel fatter than I did last week. I've had a cold since Sat and not done my usual preparation for meals, I have just eaten what was to hand and that was a very bad thing as I dont think I've lost an ounce far less a lb. Oh well, never mind, its not about each...
  144. time4action

    No prizes ..........

    Well this cold (that I've had since Sat) has left me with no energy to prepare anything SWish and craving comfort food, I'm going to my first weigh in tonight after getting back on track and I've ruined it. I got off to a good start too last week and now its all gone to pot. Oh well, lets...
  145. time4action

    No prizes ..........

    Starve a Fever, FEED a Cold............no prizes for guessing which one of those I've got.......... Jeez !
  146. time4action

    xmas day starter ideas

    Last year I did butternut squash and chille soup. Didn't serve a whole bowlfull and it was a lovely starter. Not sure what to do this year. Oh and on the Turkey being dry, I didnt realised last year that I accidentally cooked mine upside down (dont ask!!) and it was the moistest bird I'd...
  147. time4action

    New Team

    I made a quiche today with leeks and mushrooms on the bottom, chicken and bacon on the top with the quark/egg mix poured over.............delish !
  148. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    Starting to enjoy this again. Wheeeeeeeeeee ! Cleaned out all my kitchen cupboards this morning and started thinking about Christmas (we can't escape that !) I'm having the whole family to my house again this year for a traditional family Christmas and I've been thinking about the different...
  149. time4action

    T4A - Food Diary (Variety is the spice of life)

    Well Day 2 went well, and I'm starting to enjoy this again....... Day 2 - Friday Breakfast 1 Alpen light bar and a small piece of the quiche I made last night. Lunch Larger piece of brocolli/pasta quiche and 2 apples Dinner Mushroom risotto (Riso Gallo Free on Green) Salad Extras 2nd...
  150. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    Wow Rainbow, thats FABULOUS :wow: Well done you.
  151. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    The magazine is really good. Its always got some fab recipies in it, as well as the featured slimmers who've done really well and also it has a section on new products that are good for green/red days. Well worth the money and cheaper at class...........:read:
  152. time4action

    T4A - Food Diary (Variety is the spice of life)

    Decided to launch a food diary as it really helps to write things down for me. So here goes........ Day 1 - Thurs Breakfast 2 boiled eggs, 1 alpen bar HEB (in car on way to Newcastle!) Lunch Fruit (apple and some melon) Dinner Home made risotto ( chopped leftover veg, onion, leeks...
  153. time4action

    New Team

    Started back with SW on Wednesday. Can I join ? Goal to have lost 21lbs by end Jan. Go Team (insert name here!) :D
  154. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    Rollercoastering.....so far, so good ! Well its all going rather swimmingly. Started new class on Thursday night and bought the magazine (isnt the mag just fab!!!). My new consultant is lovely and it was a nice wee class and looking forward to WI next week. Yesterday I was travelling to...
  155. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    Hey Lou, The toffee/fudge ones were never my fav, weird tasting lol. I prefer the red fruit one and the apple and whatever it is one. Will be stocking up on those again. T4A x
  156. time4action

    Back on the rollercoaster wheeeeeeeee......

    Starting a new class tonight in order to get this sorry lame assed attempt at shedding pounds back on track. I've not been to class since August, before I went my holidays and I'm shocked at the current eating pattern that I'm in. I haven't set eyes on an Alpen light bar in months. One...
  157. time4action

    colonic

    LOL it brings out the whiteness in your eyes, I guess its something to do with getting rid of the impurities in your body but the whites of your eyes do look whiter and hence makes your eyes sparkle. This is of course AFTER the proceedure.
  158. time4action

    Where has Taz (and others) gone??

    I've been too busy eating everything in sight........god knows when I'll get back on that wagon but its just not happening at the moment :eatdrink023::eatdrink051::gen147:
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    sorry but just wanna say....

    Awwwh that was nice, but she's right this place is a great motivator, just dont come here if you're hungry as it tends to make me hungry when I start reading posts of what people have eaten or recipies........hehehe! The best site around by far :D
  160. time4action

    Help to Slim (doctors)

    A couple of ladies at the class I attended a few months ago had their SW membership and weekly fees paid by their GP through some slimming scheme. I wonder if thats the same thing because I know that wasnt available country wide, only in selected areas?? Who knows....... T4A x
  161. time4action

    stephs weightloss diary - i lost 1.5lbs!!

    Hi Steph, Great minds.....I've started a wee Christmas Countdown diary too as I feel it will give me a bit of extra motivation. I too prefer Green days and have stocked the freezer up with single portions of quorn spag bol, quorn chilli, veg hot pot and a veg curry. Easy to microwave a...
  162. time4action

    T4A - Christmas Countdown Diary

    Well its day 6 and I've managed to get some nice trousers on for work this morning that have been quite a struggle for the past few weeks. Which prompts todays thought of the day? How many of us have multiple sizes of clothing in our wardrobes. Mine currently range from size 12 (in...
  163. time4action

    T4A - Christmas Countdown Diary

    Thanks for the tip there about the roasted soya things, I'm just going to stick to my grapes. Not got time to go galavanting round Tescos. Going to see Tropic Thunder with my son, he's been asking me for ages so tonight is the night. Will let you know how I did with the popcorn temptation...
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    T4A - Christmas Countdown Diary

    Well I've decided to keep a diary of my Christmas countdown. Having to post here will give me some extra motivation but if the truth be told my heads back on straight. At work yesterday, I had to pop to the post office for stamps and one of the girls in the office said, oh would you do me a...
  165. time4action

    30lbs by Christmas

    30 lbs by Christmas - another day bites the dust yay! Hi folks, Well thats another day gone and we're still on track. I was wondering last night what the merits of going to class were as I've not yet rejoined the class I lost a stone with earlier this year. I have my book in my handbag...
  166. time4action

    30lbs by Christmas

    Hi Girlies (and guys), I've finally got my head back in order and last week I started the plan again. I've set myself a goal of 30 lbs till Christmas and already shed 3lbs of that. I'm really happy to be back to eating normally. Funny how you think that stuffing your face with...
  167. time4action

    How do I.........

    Thanks guys, I knew you'd all have words of wisdom. Coming back to this forum was the first step and although the only SW part of my day was 2 alpen bars, thats another step. Got my books out and we'll see what tomorrow brings. T4A x
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    How do I.........

    How the heck do I get back on the wagon. For the past 2 months I've eaten everything I can in sight, its been like an alcoholic needing a fix, I just have this incredible hunger. Sure there have been stresses, work, ex issues, child issues etc but never before have I felt as addicted as I do...
  169. time4action

    Finally, a picture of my tattoo (half done)

    I long for a muffin top, currently I'm doing the whole freakin Victoria Sponge thing :rolleyes: Nice tat !
  170. time4action

    What can I have from the chinese

    Yeh well done emski, however I've opted for Taz's advice and just ordered, it will be here in 20 mins and I'm not telling you what I'm having but lets just say I will definately have to hit the gym tomorrow and the next day and the next day and the next day...........you get the picture, but...
  171. time4action

    Syn Free ready meals needed!!

    I bought the syn free branded book last night at class and been sitting here at work for the past 30 mins with a highlighter pen hehehe! Its great !
  172. time4action

    The Official Team F.B.I July Challenge Thread

    My measly contribution to week 2 ;) WEEK TWO 06/07/08 - 12/07/08 Abigail09 =1lb =Target 3lbs Doughnut = Taking a break Time4action = 2lb =Target 10lbs MonkeysBunny = 1.5lb = Target 5.5lbs 30FlirtyGirl =3.5lb :D=Target 8lbs mod-karen79 = 1.5lb =Target 10lbs Tenbars = WI? =Target 7lbs...
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    Ive eaten all the pies!!!

    Ruth Ruth Ruth Ruth Ruth ! Tsk Tsk Tsk ! Get yer head OUT of the shed NOW ! and throw away those pies before they start sticking to your hips. This is an order woman, sort it out, you know you want to ;)
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    Where do we..................?

    Hey Son, what nights/days are your class. I may have need of an emergency class one week (like this week!) and I work in Trafford Park????
  175. time4action

    The Official Team F.B.I July Challenge Thread

    Week One Weigh Ins Green for Losses Blue for Gains Orange for STS Abigail09 =2lbs =Target 4lbs Doughnut = WI ? =Target 5lbs Time4action = WI ;)= Target 10lbs Monkeys Bunny = 2lbs = Target 4lbs 30FlirtyGirl =WI 2.5lb =Target 11.5 lbs mod-karen79 = WI STS = Target 10lbs Tenbars = WI? =...
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    Where do we..................?

    I've just had a thought (now I dont have them often so bear with me) but the thought I had was........... Where do we all go to class ? I was sitting here thinking that there may be someone at my class who uses this site. So I'll kick off by saying I go to Eccleston or Euxton (nr Chorley)...
  177. time4action

    The Official Team F.B.I July Challenge Thread

    Oh goody, you've added me, yay. Just got a txt from my SW leader saying I'd won Slimmer of the month for June, I'm chuffed :D
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    ~ F.B.I ~ Team3

    Count me in for July. Aiming for a 10lb loss :D
  179. time4action

    What Are The Scores On The Doors June Challenge

    Well I'm looking forward to July, June was excellent. After a mega blip at the end of May, head got into gear and a loss of 14lbs for June was amazing. I'm wearing clothes I havent worn in years and feel fabulous. Going to continue the way I've started and although I seriously cant expect...
  180. time4action

    Green Tea

    I'm a Green Tea fan and it does help with the bloating and is a natural appetitie suppressant too. I tend to drink it mostly at work and drink it cold too as its great as a chilled drink in the summer. I keep a jug of it cold in the fridge and its a wee change from just regular water...
  181. time4action

    ~ F.B.I ~ Team3

    Morning Guys, Amazing, another 4.5lbs for me off this week. I'm absolutely delighted. Finally I've found my groove with this eating plan and I'm still on target for shedding ALL before the end of the year. Its amazing what a little interest from a member of the opposite sex can do for...
  182. time4action

    went off the rails...

    We all struggle from time to time and yep I went through a black spot about 4 weeks ago, ate everything and anything and put on but you know what, you cant beat yourself up about it nor can you feel guilty, you just get back on plan and after a few weeks you've lost more and feel fabulous...
  183. time4action

    colonic

    I have a colonic about twice a year and anyone who advertises them as a weight loss solution is misleading the public. Yes you may shed a couple of lbs initally but its not going to make that much of a difference really. The benefits is in how less full and bunged up you feel. I would...
  184. time4action

    Cereal Bars

    Sitting here chuckling @ floor sweepings, hehehehe, I know what you mean :D
  185. time4action

    ~ F.B.I ~ Team3

    Yay, lost 3lbs this week and got my stone award, I'm soooooooooooooooooooooo HAPPY !!!!!. I've not even celebrated yet with something temptingly delicious, perhaps I'll do that at the weekend. Thats almost 2st in total, 1 with CD and the second with SW. Aiming for second SW stone (which will...
  186. time4action

    What to eat at Trafford Centre?

    Ohh well done for making good choices. Yay you !!!!! Hi Taz, I've been very busy lately with work and stuff and just not had a min to myself. Good to see you :D
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    Cant believe what I just did.

    Awwwwh well done you. This whole journey is all about choices and we end up fighting with ourselves about the right/wrong choice. If you had eaten all that stuff, the euphoria would have lasted 3 mins tops and then you would have felt so bad. Instead you feel great. Ok you had a wee...
  188. time4action

    What to eat at Trafford Centre?

    OMG I practically live at the Trafford Centre and heading out there in about 20 mins. When I go there for eats I tend to end up in Cafe Rouge and have a steak and just ask them to hold the chips, they give me extra salad and its delicious. A proper steak, cooked to perfection with a lovely...
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    ~ F.B.I ~ Team3

    ~Dont know quite how I did it what with a funeral and 8 week old premature twins to deal with in the family but I lost 4lbs and I'm wearing jeans today that I've not worn in over a year, in fact I've never worn them comfortably EVER ! YAY :D
  190. time4action

    ~ F.B.I ~ Team3

    2.5 lbs for me wheeeeeeeeee I'm back on track, yay !
  191. time4action

    SW Margherita potato pizza base

    Ohhhh forgot to come back and post. The one from the mag that I made turned out delicious. I didnt make the crust as thick as in the picture and took your advice to press it down thin and it turned out fab. So delicious. Will be making it again this week for sure. Mmmmmmmm yummy !
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    If you had some syns spare.....

    Hehe Vicky, now would I do that ! Tsk Tsk Tsk, I need to be 100 % focussed or however else am I gonna get into my bikini for Christmas.....eeeeek!
  193. time4action

    FAVOURITE BRANDED FREE ITEM?

    Has to be Risso Gallo's Mushroom Risotto, Free on Green if you dont add the butter and parmasan as suggested but you dont need it, its FAB !
  194. time4action

    If you had some syns spare.....

    who in their right mind could ever just eat 23g of pringles. I think that equates to 3 and a half pringles. So many syns, so little pringles.....mmmmm Yeh I'd opt for Vodka if it was there, but it wasnt so I opted for the flake. This thread is making me think bad thoughts heheheh!
  195. time4action

    SW Margherita potato pizza base

    Hi Steph, I made my potato base last night and its currently solidifying in the fridge to cook for tea later. Will let you know how it goes, it did look delicious. Only drawback I could see was that you have to prepare the base the night before and let chill for up to 24 hrs which is a...
  196. time4action

    OMG........

    Oh I havent been on holiday girls, I've seriously been on a 2 week binge. Just needed a break and had 2 weeks away from anything SW, busy with work, family stuff, something had to give and it was food. I'm not depressed about it, I had my 2 weeks and learned from them and now firmly back on...
  197. time4action

    OMG........

    WOW, I nip off for a 2 week binge and come back to find this place resembling the gladiators. Whats with the teams and how do I get on one now that I'm firmly attached to my wagon again ! Missed you girlies, back now and focussed again. Enjoyed my wee binge, had to be done and now committed...
  198. time4action

    Forget April!!

    1lb lost, One more pound gone, wheeeeeeeeee! Well done to everyone who lost this week and for those who didnt, just think of the big loss you'll have next week when it catches up. Stick with it, its worth it !
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    Forget April!!

    Weight in tonight, think I've only lost about 1lb this week even thought I've followed the plan religiously and been loving it too. So if it is just 1lb, then I'm ok with that because its 1lb closer to target. Roll on 7pm !
  200. time4action

    Somer surprises at WI tonight

    Wow Mrs B, you must feel brilliant ! Excellent !
  201. time4action

    2ND WEIGH IN - :-(

    Hi Noodle, I understand how you feel and I felt the same a few weeks ago but you have to try not to focus on one week in particular. If you are enjoying the plan and following it then the weight WILL come off and will come off steadily. Our bodies change week to week and different...
  202. time4action

    Scottish MiniMins

    Oh I didnt know there was a Glasgow meet at the end of the month. Will hunt for the details, that sounds like fun and a great excuse to come home. Wheeeeeeee !
  203. time4action

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY RUTHY

    Happy Birthday Ruthy Stop fretting about SW and just enjoy yourself on your holiday. SW isnt just about 1 meal or 1 event, its a lifelong investment and needs to be flexible. Go have a super holiday and have loads of fun. You deserve it :D
  204. time4action

    Whats for dinner?

    Hi Looby, here's how I make my quorn lasagna. These quantities make a BIG lasagna which serves about 6 servings or more. 2 Onions 1 large Courgette 1 tub of Mushrooms 3 cloves Garlic All chopped up and popped in a pan with a little Fry light. Fry off until soft. Add 2 tins of chopped tinned...
  205. time4action

    Feeling flirty at 30!!

    As Taz said, its only a number. Ruthy, dont waste a moment of your wonderful life fretting about a number, please, just be who you are and have fun. I've never had an issue with age and have friends who are all ages. I dont even remember how I felt turning 30 and turning 40 a year ago, I...
  206. time4action

    Whats for dinner?

    Made a quorn lasagna earlier and had a massive slice with some syn free chips. Delicious mmmmmmm x
  207. time4action

    Scottish MiniMins

    Is 100% Scottish, woohoo :D
  208. time4action

    forum meets??

    Manchester is 15 mins away so that works for me :D
  209. time4action

    Forget April!!

    Well the walking WORKS !!!!!! Lost 3.5 lbs tonight, woohoo ! Feels great !
  210. time4action

    Forget April!!

    Ok I'm heading for WI in an hr so I'll start from today. Will update later on the result *drum roll included*
  211. time4action

    Forget April!!

    Question for you girls/guys ???? May starts today, now I normally get weighed on a Wed apart from the past 2 weeks where its been more convenient to go to the Thurs class. Tonight is weigh night, so do I count that as the May challenge or the end of the April challenge. What do you guys...
  212. time4action

    Recovery Strategy following a BAD BAD day?

    You know, you probably found that you haven't done THAT much damage but my advice would be to get out at some point tomorrow and burn off those extra calories/syns with a good old brisk walk. Not only will it make you feel better, it will work a little to make less of an impact of the choc you...
  213. time4action

    nintendo wii

    Spent most of the afternoon at my friends with her new Wii Fit. I love it and will be aquiring one this week. Its simply addictive and so blooming entertaining and exhausting but in a good way. I never thought I'd ever see myself buying a games console, my 15 yr old son, who's wii lives at...
  214. time4action

    Arghhh

    Roz, the excersise should help too, even if you dont lose the amount of lbs you want to, you should be nicely toned. Go for it girl :D
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    Stupid o clock !

    I cant remember the last time I stayed in bed till midday, I'm a mother hehe! Anyway this morning, I would have preferred not to wake at 5.50 as its a Saturday and I would have liked the luxury to sleep until at least 7.30. I'm up early each work day and enjoy the fact that on a Sat/Sun...
  216. time4action

    Stupid o clock !

    Ok so thats the second morning in a row I've woken up at "stupid o clock" what is wrong with me agggggggghhhhhhhhhh! Doesnt my body know its Saturday! Anyway Happy Saturday everyone ! Going for a looooooooong walk this morning, just hope it stays dry. If not I'll be walking in the rain...
  217. time4action

    Forget April!!

    Count me in for a May challenge - I'm pledging 6lbs in May after my disasterous April. Woohoo !
  218. time4action

    April challenge

    Woohoo ! 2lbs off for me this week ! I'm chuffed :D Ruthy - stop looking at the wagon and get yer backside back on it! ;) Well done everyone else who lost !:) I think I'm going to do better with the May Challenge :p
  219. time4action

    My Walking plan

    I'm here, I'm here. Still walking although I didnt walk today (even though I was supposed to do an easy 40 mins) my legs just couldnt take it and the footie was on hehe! all in all its going well and I will do as much as I can do then build on that next week. Feeling really good for it :D
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    April challenge

    You are not on your own there, I've gained and lost throughout April and back where I started at the beginning. What a waste of a month. Anyway I've not got my weigh in tonight as I cant make it, so going to the class tomorrow night and since I've been a good girlie all week apart from my Red...
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    Oh fgs

    GO HAVE YOUR BEER ! This is only 1 day, 1 sad day for you so you just need to do what you need to do. Beating yourself up about a few errant syns and a couple of extra beers isnt worth it. So be good to yourself today and tomorrow you can start with a clear head (or not if you do decide...
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    Louise24's Diary - feeling "fat, fat, fat"

    Great idea Louise. We look forward to hearing about YOU YOU YOU ! :D
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    Sorry silly question

    Its a good job there are clever people here. This thread made my head hurt just reading it, eeeeeeeeeeeeeek ! :doh:
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    Back on SW next week

    Space Angel, Hi :) I'm sure you'll do really well on SW again. If you already know the basics then you're half way there. Sorry about your miscarriage, a truely dreadful time I'm sure. Good luck with SW and keep us updated on how you're getting on :)
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    Ice cream

    ohhhh I might get some of those cookies and cream lollies to put in the freezer for a wee snack, lovely. Thanks for the tip :D
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    My Walking plan

    Well I've been out for my 30 min brisk walk tonight and I feel great! Came home and made a big pot of chilli and a big pot of bolognaise, both to go in portion sizes in the freezer for meals over the next few weeks. I've had a lovely day and feel really good. Thanks for your support guys :)
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    Red Days........issues !

    If I substitute meat for quorn wouldnt that just be a green day :rolleyes:. I do love meat, I love chicken and I love steak and when I did SW before I had mostly Red days but for some reason its not working for me this time. I'm going to stick with green from now on and use meat as a HE...
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    Lunch Box Ideas

    Bumpy thats fantastic. I've just been wandering round asda at lunchtime and fancied something a bit tasty (have apple and muller yog waiting for me back at work). I could have had the tomato and pasta salad. This is great to know for future. I'm out and about mostly at week for work so...
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    My Walking plan

    I went for a wonderful brisk walk on Saturday and was reminded of a time 2 yrs ago when I would walk most days and clock up 12 - 15 miles a week. I was a size 10/12 then and fitter than I've ever been in my life. I've decided to work my way back up to that and devised the following walking plan...
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    Red Days........issues !

    Well thats it settled then. I had a truely dreadful day yesterday and so glad its over. I didnt even enjoy my dinner last night as I was worrying about what I was going to do if I felt hungry later on as I'd not only used all my a's and b's but I'd had waaaaaaaaaaay over the odds on syns too...
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    nintendo wii

    I've got my name down on a list at HMV for one. They didnt really have many on their waiting list and this was in Manchester so I reckon if you really want one then hunt around and you'll find somewhere thats still got room on their pre-order list. Argos wasnt taking any more pre-orders...
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    Red Days........issues !

    I'm having a real problem with Red days. My fav is Green, but my planned meals for this weekend were red. Yesterday I'd planned to make a big chicken caesar salad (count the dressing syns) and today I'd planned a roast. Yesterday I changed at lunchtime and ended up on Green, made the Chicken...
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    My Diary to fitting in my Wedding Dress

    Phew ! :party0049:
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    Hi everybody!!!

    Mrs B, sometimes we get stuck when we keep doing the same things, perhaps a change would do you good. Find a recipe for something you've never cooked before or go for a walk down a different road. You'll be amazed at what a little change can do! Thanks for the rep x L x
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    Hi everybody!!!

    Welcome Zest and Force10, You'll find the answers to most questions here and you both seem to have set realistic goals which are very achievable. I have about 5stone to loose and hope to have that shifted by the end of the year. Its not easy but if you stay focussed and take it step by step...
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    My Diary to fitting in my Wedding Dress

    Hi Anna, Congrats on your wedding, I'm sure you're going to have a fabulous day. Ohhh how exciting ! The best advice i can give you is, hang on, first of all, well done for choosing SW, it really is a great flexible plan with real sustainable results. Now to the advice bit.........try...
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    How many syns...........

    Well I've put down 6 just to be on the safe side. Thanks Nanny J x
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    How many syns...........

    Right this is a how many syns question. I was forced, forced I tell ya to have take away tonight. My son was waving all sorts of menus at me and he wanted Indian. So I got out my book and scanned all the indian options for either red/green as I've not had either day yet today. Nothing...
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    Bought some butternut squash...what now?

    Ok so I just went to get my BNS from the kitchen and Ruth's is bigger than mine!!!!!!! :eek: Its a sad day when we have BNS envy, must be how the boys feel hehe!:p Silly boys :rolleyes:
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    I feel

    Oh Feeb, sorry you feel like that. I agree that there are quite a lot of people on here that are following VLC diets but there are also quite a few regulars here who are following other plans such as Slimming World, Weight Watchers, Rosemary Conolly and even others who are following their own...
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    Marshalls Cheesy Macaroni

    Yeh ok I made a boo boo, getting my Krafts and my Marshalls mixed up, gawd what a muppet ! Anyway I havent seen Marshalls either down here, just googled it and as I thought, it is a Scottish manufacturer. http://www.marshallsfoods.com/product/ So next time I'm home I'm going to look out...
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    Facebook any1?

    I've got a facebook account but havent the first clue on what to do with it really - link below Gem! - I keep getting these odd requests from people for games and stuff and I just dont know what to do with them, now I DO feel old. There should be a facebook beginners course you can do...
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    ***FREE NIBBLES HERE PLEASE***

    Thanks Nigella, will give that a go when I conjour up the courage to buy the dreaded chickpeas...........evil those things are hehe!
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    ***FREE NIBBLES HERE PLEASE***

    What is Chickpea cake ??? Do tell, I'm intregued now. :eek: I've never met a chickpea that I've liked but I could be presuaded hehe ! Isnt it amazing how the word "cake" changes our perceptions !
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    April challenge

    Well done Taz and Mrs B, you 2 are just great, blooming marvellous !
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    I DONT BELIEVE IT............

    Oh Nanny, we NEED to know how you did. Ok, so I put on a lb, its not the end of the world and has infact focussed my mind to get more active this week and stay away from the snacking. Please, share on how you've done, we need to know the good and the bad here! p.s. - yeh I'll bet it was...
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    Marshalls Cheesy Macaroni

    YOU CANT GET CHEEZY PASTA IN ENGLAND, NOT THAT ONE, THE MARSHALLS ONE IN THE RED BOX. That was one of the THINGS I missed when I moved down here. That and bridies and proper scotch pies and well fired rolls and omg the list goes on and its no wonder I'm overweight. grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
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    I DONT BELIEVE IT............

    Did it work !!!!, did it bloomin work !!!!!, no it didnt work, I'm going to have to have a serious talk with myself and stop this nonsense once and for all. Gym tomorrow and every day from now until forever and no snacking, snacking is killing me. Writing everything down this week to the...
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    I DONT BELIEVE IT............

    (AS VICTOR MELDREW WOULD SAY) I've just been on the scales grrrrrrrrrrrrrr, dont get officially weighed till 7pm tonight and I'm the same as I was last week, and I've been so good :cry:apart from a small donught incident that we cant really talk about :o. So I'm heading upstairs now, to put...
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    Hello

    Hi Betty, Congrats on your new little bundle of joy :D and on finding this forum. Hope you find it helpful. L x
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