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Well done! xx

Had to take another rest day yesterday and unless I feel better today, will be taking another rest today. Had a sore head since yesterday afternoon and generally no energy. No idea what's up but hopefully it doesn't linger too long. Well done all still shredding away. Keep up the good work...

Me too! I'll be adding chopped baby courgette and baby bak choy to mine.

L2 D4. Had to take a rest day yesterday. I'm finding this level so much tougher than L1. I can definitely see a big improvement in my fitness levels. Feeling stronger too.

L2 D3... Dying! Absolutely dying!!!!!!!

Ended up taking the weekend off to rest my knee. Got a cheap knee support which seems to be helping. I'll buy a more expensive one at the weekend. Level 2 Day 1 today and it was tough! The good news is as it was a new work out it went really quickly. Is it a bit twisted that I enjoyed the walk...

I have a bad knee an it got sore after a few days. Was sore again yesterday so I took a day off today and been wearing my knee support. Will be back on it tomorrow. Well done everyone for keeping with it.

L1 D10 completed today. Moving on to L2 tomorrow. Looks tough. I've got Banish Fat Boost Metabolism. Thought I'd have a wee go at it after my shred since I had time. Not advisable. Lasted 5 minutes!

Thanks, I've downloaded something similar.

I just did my workout, D9. I think 10pm is the latest I've done it. As soon as you start it's nearly over with. Definitely worth the 25 minutes. My muscles stopped hurting a few days ago. Can't remember exactly when. Is that an app you've got that stamps the days as you've completed them?

I'm finding it ok. Enjoying it. Was a bit of a struggle to get motivated last night but like Lauren I'm determined to do it every day. Up to the in-laws for dinner tonight. Planning on working out when I get home later. Good to hear you have lost inches doing this in the past. Are you doing...

L1 D8 done tonight.

L1 D6 last night. By D3 I thought I was handling it better but D5 and D6 my face has been just as red as D1! I’m able to get through it without pausing now and can do a few proper push ups but not as full range of movement as Natalie is doing. Hubby thinks I’ve built up a bit of stamina and I’m...

L1 D5 done. Knee still too sore for jumping jacks, jump ropes and lunges. Butt kicks and knee highs for all cardio and squats in place of lunges.

Shoes! Lol. I'm using my hubby's dumbbells with the weights off, so just the bars. They are 1.5kg each. I've seen on a few other threads people got them from B and M. I might take a look to see if they've got 2.5kg and they're not too expensive. Also I think Argos have some for about 6 pound.

Had to take a rest day yesterday as my knee was too sore do just did D4 today. Knee still a bit sore so couldn't do jumping jacks, jump ropes or lunges. Funnily though squats and butt kicks were fine so I did butt kicks for all my cardio. Still worked up quite a sweat.

D3 L1 done last night. I didn't pause at all but had to take a couple of seconds to get my breath a couple of times. My right knee is sore today :-( will still try to do D4. Might have to modify even more if its bad.

2 days at level 1 and OMG! Can't get over how worked my muscles feel after only 2 20 minute workouts. Day 3 tonight after work.

I started 30DS last night. Sore today. Not as sore as I thought I would be though. Think i'll feel it tomorrow. I've got my sisters hen night on 13th July. Planning on shredding everyday until then. Took measurements and before pics, so hopefully I can report some good changes.

Well done everyone. I lost 1lb this week bringing me to 1st 6.

Tried on a few dresses from my wardrobe. Size 18 dress from Christmas night out hangs on me. Size 16 I wore to a party 2 months ago which fit just nice is nearly too big.

I'd be so happy if I lost a stone in 6 weeks. Took me double that. Well done on your loss. x

Wow! Well done. x

If you stick to plan I'm sure you will see a loss. Don't forget to have some syns. At group tonight someone was saying she usually has zero syns during the week then had them all at the weekend. For the past 3 weeks she's been having syns everyday and has had a loss each week.

Thanks for dropping by Tasha. Diary has been neglected recently. I'll have to get back on it. How are you finding SW?

1 off tonight for me. x

Cheers me dear. I just really want square sausage. Lol Square sausage(1), Dry fried egg, HXb roll. Mmmmmmm Can't wait!

Oh, thanks for that. Looks bloomin brilliant. Might go stock up at the weekend and freeze them. x

Goodbye chunky dunking, hello skinny dipping! Glad your first first went well. x

Goodbye chunky dunking, hello skinny dipping! Omg, look at the typos! Blooming iPhone keyboard, always making a fool of me.

Wow, 28th April was the last time I posted on this thread. Feel like I've been busy but not accomplished much. Hate that feeling. Was away with work or a few days last week and had a 1.5 gain. Lost 3 this week but had to weigh in today. I usually go to group on a Thursday so it's been 9 days...

That looks amazing! Might have this tomorrow.

Goodbye chunky dunking, hello skinny dipping! So sorry to hear your house was broken into. Little b@stards! I've just read the past 10 pages or so in your diary. Congrats on getting into the 9's. Loving your new work dresses. Can't eat to go on a big shopping spree. I was looking at your...

Just the first step, but a step nonetheless! Well done! x

Just the first step, but a step nonetheless! You must be so happy with your size 10 skinny jeans. Well done!

Looking great. That size 10 fits you perfectly!

It is the best. It has won awards. It's not that expensive and you only use a teeny drop so lasts ages.

Try a nail oil. I use CND Solar oil. It's amazing. All you need is a tiny drop at the cuticle area rubbed in 1-2 times a day.

I'm worrying about this too. I'll be away tues-thurs this week. I'm planning in picking up some Alpen light bars and some bananas. I'll try find a supermarket close to the hotel for some more fruit. Quite lucky this time there are only 2 I us. If I was going with the usual crowd from work it...

Been a little of plan this weekend. Went to see Iron Man 3 last night. Shared a large sweet popcorn with DH and we ate the whole lot! Then today I had a big piece of Costco birthday cake, think icing and all. Was good. :D I'll be away for work a couple of nights this week. Was dreading it with...

I go them in Tesco Extra

Kind of neglected this. I've been busy reading other people's diaries and inspirational stories. I love reading them. I really feel they spur me on. I lost 1.5 this week and last week. It seems to be my average which I'm happy with. I've lost 16.5 in total. I've got 57.5 to go. It sounds like a...

1.5 off this week, 16.5 total. 57.5 to go. Sounds a lot but so does 16.5 to me. I'm almost a quarter of the way there!

1.5 off for me on Thursday. 16.5 in total.

Wow, that's amazing!

You must be feeling absolutely amazing. Gorgeous new size 12 dress, 6lbs off in 1 week and 9st award. I am sincerely in awe. I agree with the other poster(sorry can't remember who) you really are an inspiration. I always think i'll never get to target but you are proof that it is totally...

Well done!

We all have days like that now an again. Sometimes you just need it. More on plan days than off plan and I'm sure you'll still see the scales going down. xx

EE A. 6 wholegrain ryvita B. 60g Low Liw cheese spread

I haven't eaten any of them since joining SW. I've seen a few people have said that asda, co-op, etc, pitta's are bigger than WW. Maybe as patchwork said the others are higher syns than WW and SW have realised that 1-2 higher syn is enough to effect the plan.

Never tried chocolate philli. Will have to try this. Have you ever tried quark mixed with options hot choc?

Sounds like an awful argument. ((Hugs)) Not exactly the same, but my DH and I are constantly having heated discussions over Frylight and sweetener. He absolutely hates them because they're made of fake stuff that isn't very good for you. I don't use a lot of sweetener but I've gone through...

Chips and cheese for my local kebab shop. Yummmmmm

Love the jacket. Your waist looks tiny.

I'd have a baked potato and beans and salad.

You're welcome. It's really nice and very easy.

Tesco - Solero Exotic 2 for 3 pound. Only 4.5 syns each. Great for when you want an ice cream fix.

Sorry, I meant to post this in the bargains thread

Solero Exotic 2 for 3 pound. Only 4.5 syns each. Great for when you want an ice cream fix.

Had a very nice meal last night. Haggis for starter and steak for main. Alcohol - had 1 glass of wine with dinner and a few vodka, soda and fresh lime. Stepped on the scales this morning(I know I shouldn't) and I'm lower than I was yesterday. TMI alert For the past 2 weeks I've not been going...

I know, soup of the moment! Just day soup of the day like everyone else!!! Very nice food though. I ended up having haggis for starter and steak for main. Mmmmmmmm...

Well done on exceeding your club 10!

Did you take a note of your starting weight? You might have reached your club 10 and you don't know it.

Thanks. I like fish, but I do love a good steak! All week I've said I'll stick to vodka, but 1 glass of wine is so tempting... Only problem is when I get a taste for wine, it's difficult to stop. x

http://www.ubiquitouschip.co.uk/brasserie-menu.php Going here for dinner tonight. I'm thinking steak and soup(depending on what kind). Any advice?

http://www.ubiquitouschip.co.uk/brasserie-menu.php I'm thinking steak for main. Not sure about starter. Probably soup depending on what it is.

Lose 10% of your starting weight. I'm sure this is set when you join group.

Well done! I can't handle no picture goals either. I want to lose 5 stone and it seems a mammoth task when you say it like that. 7lb chunks for me.

Took me a week longer than I'd hoped bit got my 1 stone award last night. Mini goal no.1 complete. :D How is everyone else getting on?

I mentioned this at group last night and a few people asked me for the recipe so thought I'd share it here too. Also on the recipes board. All free on EE. Chicken Sweetcorn Serves 2-3 Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts chopped 418g tin Creamed Style Sweetcorn 1 large onion roughly chopped 2...

I mentioned this at group last night and a few people asked me for the recipe so thought I'd share it here too. All free on EE. Chicken Sweetcorn Serves 2-3 Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts chopped 418g tin Creamed Style Sweetcorn 1 large onion roughly chopped 2 x 225g tin Bamboo Shoots...

Thanks hun.

Half on is not too bad at all. That plus more will be off next week. x

Thanks lovely

Well done on drawing a line and getting back on plan. I totally know what you mean with the scales. I step on my scales everyday. I just can't help it.

1.5 off making 15lbs in total :D Got my 1 stone award tonight. Very happy.

Hey. Had a good week food wise I think. On my way to WI so time will tell. 0.5 away from 1 stone so hoping for at least that. How you get on?

I split both of mine today. EE A - 125ml Koko coconut milk + 30g low Low cheese spread B - 1 Weetabix and 3 wholegrain ryvita.

3 wholegrain ryvita, low low cheese spread and 2 slices of ham. Muller light Greek yogurt. No Superfree. Will have to get fruit or cherry tomatoes for next time.

Weetabix (half HXb), fat free Greek yogurt and chopped banana. Very large very milky coffee (half HXa)

Like everyone else has said, please don't beat yourself up for having a mad night out. xx

How are your muscles feeling today?

Well done. Look forward to reading it.

Thanks everyone. We still haven't decided 100% on Prague. If we can get a good deal on an all-inclusive somewhere nice we'll take that. DH is very picky though so a lot of places are ruled out no matter how good the deal.

Torture. Absolute torture. Well done you for not having any.

You look amazing. Well done!

While I don't have an after WI treat I do regularly treat myself to ice cream. I have Solero Exotic Explosion ice lollies, 3-4 times a week. Syn wise they are a bargain at 4.5. For a box of 3 that are 2.49, not cheap. Often on BOGOF or half price though so I always stock up.

Since starting SW I've never had an after WI treat. My group is at 5.30 so I just go home and have dinner as normal. In a previous life when I used to go to Scottish Slimmers I would have a chippy or Chinese chicken curry and fried rice or Pizza Hut stuffed crust pizza!

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE Day 5 - 70 squats - DONE Day 6 - 75 squats - DONE Day 7 - 80 squats - DONE Day 8 - Rest Day - DONE Day 9 - 100 squats - DONE almost forgot today

DH is starting a new job on Monday and it was his leaving night last night. I gave him strict orders not to phone me on his way home and ask me if I wanted Chips and Cheese. I told him if he did phone me I wouldn't be able to resist. Isn't that terrible that even on the phone I wouldn't be able...

I can't believe she didn't mention you during IT. I wonder if it said visitor against your name and she thought you would have weighed and go.

Looks sore but great results. You must be really pleased. Will look even better one you're fully healed.

Thanks, I'll order them with my next shopping. Sometimes I find 1 bag of crisps are not enough. The 6 ryvita really filled a hole.

Well done for sticking to plan.

I made options caramel hot chocolate with mine last night. 2 syns but it was delicious. I put it in my travel mug and it lasted about an hour.

Green A: 350 alpro unsweetened soya milk with options caramel hot chocolate - 2 syns A: 60g low low cheese spread B: 2 small slices wholemeal bread B: 6 wholegrain ryvita

Got new favourites for HE's. Last night I used my HXa alpro unsweetened soya milk to make a caramel options hot chocolate. It was delicious. I put it in my coffee travel mug to keep it warmer for longer. Lasted me almost an hour. Also bought some wholegrain rivita. Had them and Low Low cheese...

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE Day 5 - 70 squats - DONE Day 6 - 75 squats - DONE Day 7 - 80 squats - DONE Day 8 - Rest Day - DONE

Congratulations on the job. x

Thanks for the great advice. x

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE Day 5 - 70 squats - DONE Day 6 - 75 squats - DONE Day 7 - 80 squats - DONE

Lost 1.5 tonight taking me to 13.5 in total. Hopefully 1 stone next week. Think I really need to mix up my daytime food a bit. I'd say I've been having varied dinners but I eat the same boring food when at work. Will be trying the syn free hummus this week. Hopefully I'll get my hands on WW...

I could really go some roasted parsnips now. Enjoy!

I definitely felt a difference.

Oh dear. Very unhappy DH...

I haven't been able to go to the toilet properly since last Thursday/Friday so took a couple of Tesco Constipation Relief last night. Bad idea (sorry, TMI). Terrible pain and then awful diarrhoea this morning. Couldn't stray too far from the loo so off work today. Thoroughly depressing, but it...

Maybe the prunes will help towards regulating things.

Loving freezer roulette. :lol:

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE Day 5 - 70 squats - DONE Day 6 - 75 squats - DONE Up until today I've been doing my squats with no trainers on. Trainers on today and what a difference. Balance was much better and I can feel the...

I won't be taking them again, never mind 3. They're going in the bin.

Great to hear Heidi. We're thinking about June too. :)

Brilliant. Thanks Joanne. Is it ok to freeze a couple of days after you've bought bread, before the use by date or do you think it should go in the freezer as soon as you've bought it? Lately I feel like I have to use my HXb on bread as I've got to use it before it goes off. I will try freezing...

TMI - I bought the same tablets from Tesco as nothing was moving. No cramping though. I've ended up off work today as can't venture too far from the loo. :o Must have been too strong for me.

Thanks for the replies. Very helpful. Another bread question. When you take your bread out the freezer, do you take it out in the morning to eat that night or night before to eat in the morning? Do you leave it in a bag on the counter to defrost? Does it defrost well in the microwave? I must...

Do you mind me asking if you spent a lot of money? I really want a wee holiday but don't want to spend too much money. I know places are as cheap/expensive as you make them. Do you think you can go to Prague with expensive tastes and not spend a fortune?

Thanks very much. Quick question about freezing bread. Do you put the whole loaf in the freezer in he bag it comes in? Is that easy to pick out a couple of slices? Or are you putting a couple of slices in individual freeze bags?

Please share your totally obvious, only an idiot wouldn't know, tips for freezing meals. :D Are there any foods that are good for freezing or others that haven't worked out so well? I was nosing around the diaries and I'm sure someone said they freeze their meals in foil containers. I'd never...

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE Day 5 - 70 squats - DONE

I've been meaning to try the cowboy mince. It looks delish.

Thanks Babycakes. We're thinking about 5 days.

Tesco Alpro unsweetened 2 for £2 Mullet light Greek yogurts BOGOF at £2.19

Thanks Goody. I know people can have a baby in a one bedroom flat. My sister did it before she moved and money was tight for them too. In a perfect world we would be living in the perfect house, have loads of money and I be a size 10 ;-) In this short (really short) space of time I've come to...

Lose 2lbs to get my 1 stone award.

Had a very emotional night. For the past wee while I've been thinking about babies. Over the weekend it's all I've been thinking about... Constantly. Haven't spoke to DH about this, until tonight. Tonight I was baby-siting my niece's and we were walking through Sainsbury's. The older one told...

Wholemeal muffins are going on my Tesco click and collect list. Thanks for the tip! I've picked up loads of great tips from your diary.

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE Day 4 - Rest Day - DONE

Dinner looks really good. I'm going to try that this week.

Thanks I'm never off Tridadvisor on the run up to a holiday. Just wanted some "personal" recommendations.

Made this with maple syrup instead of golden syrup, options instead of Coacoa and think I may have used the wrong type if Scan Bran. I only have oat bran in the house. It's not indelible, but its not great. Had cake-ish texture and chocolate taste. I'll still eat it :D

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Day 3 - 60 squats - DONE

Saving £'s & syns Lol!

Are you going to the same group as when you first signed up? I joined a different group then changed. It was at my new group where I got my half stone. The WI lady gave the sticker straight to me. Which was fine as I didn't stay for IT back then. Since then on weeks when I have stayed I...

Lol lol

Thank you so much. I'm a total dunce when it comes to cooking and baking.

Brilliant idea.

1) 1 stone award (hopefully next week!) 2) Club 10 3) 1.5 stone award 4) 2 stone award 5) Wear old small size 16 trousers I bought and didn't return as I thought I'd be able to fit into them comfortably soon enough (about 2.5 years ago)

Saving £'s & syns Thanks. I'll be picking up some of these.

I'm in the same situation as you Minky. No pain but very bloated and uncomfortable. Don't know if its just a coincidence but I haven't been since I started drinking Twinnigs Digestive tea. Will be picking up some laxatives and surgery foods. :D Always a silver linings.

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE Day 2 - 55 squats - DONE Don't seem to be able to go as low as I used to. :( Maybe by the end of the challenge.

Day 1 - 50 squats - DONE

Follow up question - will options hot chocolate do as a substitute for cocoa powder?

Brilliant loss! Well done.

Brilliant, thanks. I'll make it tonight or tomorrow and report back. :D

5 stone less of Missy! You look amazing Missy! Well done on your weight loss so far.

Thanks. I'll give it a go.

Lemon chicken looks lush. Will be making that at the weekend.

I'm going to try scan bran low syn chocolate cake from the SW website. Recipe calls for Golden Syrup but I don't have any. I have maple syrup. Do you think that will do?

Tesco, light choices Cumberland sausages are pretty good and only 0.5 syn each.

Half on. Not bad considering what I ate and drank at the weekend. No alcohol for me this weekend. 100% week ahead.

Thanks. I'll have a wee look

I used to like a few glasses of wine at the weekend. One weekend DH and I had a bottle and a take away. I felt so guilty afterwards and didn't enjoy it because of that. Since then I haven't had any alcohol unless going out. It just doesn't seem with it for me.

Wow! 6lbs is amazing. You must be so chuffed. My DH didn't believe SW could work when I first started. He didn't think you could eat all the free foods and HEx's and still lose weight. He's lost 1st while I've been going group. He totally believes in SW now.

If I showed your arm to my DH he would literally freak out. He is terrified of spiders. Fine with everything else, but a teeny weeny wee spider... Hope it clears up quickly.

You're absolutely right. I like the group I go to and really like that its right after work at 5.30. Enjoy having your in-laws over to stay. Don't know if I'd be able to handle that!

Where is the best area to stay? Would like to be quite central but not hen/stag night territory. Can you recommend a nice 4/5 star hotel?

Sounds lovely. Haven't been so can't offer any advice. Sorry.

You could try a hifi bar/ Alpen light/ banana on the go. That's what I do. I hate sitting and having breakfast in the morning as I feel like I'm wasting time. I have a wee bite of my banana here and there while I'm getting ready. Or, sometimes I have an Alpen light in the car on my way to work.

I go to group on Thursday night after work. I've always thought Wednesday/Thursday WI would be best for me as it would give me time to make up for the weekend if I've gone off plan. Having second thoughts about that now. I love seeing everyone posting their results. It's annoying that I have to...

That's exactly what I think. I feel that my head is in the right place now. I've never felt as positive about getting to target.

No, I haven't. This is the first time I've bought couscous to make at home. Only saw one type in Tesco. Will have a look out for whole wheat next time. Is it free too?

I use the mobile site on my iPhone. I can't get on with the app. I love the mobile site for the full food diary, free foods, HEx and syns. I have given feedback that I'd like to see free food split I to free ad Superfree. If all if this functionality was available on the app I'd ditch the...

That's great, thanks. Didn't know you could freeze couscous. I'll pop some in the freezer as I don't think I'll eat it all in 3 days.

Made a big batch of roasted veg couscous tonight. I was hoping for a couple of days worth of lunch but there's about 4-5 days there. How long do you think it will keep in the fridge for?

Your dinner looks yummy. I'll have to try the macs and cheese from the mag. It's not of my favourite meals.

Bad news about your gain, but do you think it's like a kick up the bum to get you back on plan? I can feel how quickly you can end up down that slope. So easy to get in that mind set too. But, back on plan today and will aim for a bit of success express this week. Hopefully that will make up...

Thanks. I was so happy with my loss last week, but I think it's affected me psychology this week. Making me think I can go a bit mad at the weekend and it'll still be ok come Thursday for WI. I need to get away from thinking like that as I think that's a slippery slope.

Day Shred. It's the 30 Day Shred DVD by the fitness woman from Biggest Loser USA. Sorry, can't remember her name. It's supposed to be very good. Going to pick it up tomorrow and will try both challenges like Natmooo.

I've seen this on my iPhone too. Wouldn't it be great to have an ad free app.

Don't pop it! Someone in my office used a needle to pop a burn and it ended up infected. It left him with really low potassium levels and doc advised him to take supplements and take it easy or a few days.

Are you doing your squat challenge and 30DS straight after each other? Or are you doing 1 in the morning and 1 at night?

Well done! I would have gave in when they put the dessert menu in front of me.

I didn't meet my wee bro today. Will see him on Monday before he goes back to London. However, a couple of friends are home visiting so going to meet them for drinks. All food will be on plan today, but alcohol... I'll stick to vodka, soda and fresh lime but how many? That's anyone's guess.

Brilliant. Thanks. x

So far I've lost 12.5lbs in 9 weeks. I'm really happy with that. For the first 2 weeks I wasn't following plan properly. I was just making guesses and hoping for the best. Also had a weekend away where I felt like I ate my body weight. (Inc 5 Krispy Kreme donuts in 2 days!) The past 2 weekends...

Stupid question - does (s) mean speed?

Husband is suggesting a burger place in town. I'll have a look at their menu and make an SW decision. Thanks for the tips.

Oh, thanks for the tip. There is a Harvester near me. Will suggest that. I think he will want something really casual though. Not that Harvester is very formal, lol. I'm thinking a pub where if his girlfriend feels uncomfortable they can leave. He is only 23 and his girlfriend only 19. Aww, bless.

My brother is home for the weekend with his girlfriend I've never met. I'd like to take them out for lunch but can't think of anywhere SW friendly. Earlier this morning I was thinking I'll just go off plan, but I really don't want to. Thanks for making me determined to stick to it this weekend.

Thanks Goody!

OMFG! I can't believe it. I lost 2.5 this week. I'm so happy. After my terrible weekend I was hoping for STS. I was in shock I had to be told to step off the scales. That takes me from 14s into 13s and only 1.5 away from 1 stone award!

Love that jacket. I need something like this too. I'll be popping into H&M tomorrow.

I was in full scale panic when I stepped on the scales. Was only looking at the lbs and it showed 12.5. Then I realised it was 13st 12.5lb! So happy, especially after the weekend I had. Alcohol, alcohol and more alcohol plus hangover McDonald's! See y'all. I'm away to the 13 to 12 thread. Hope...

Was that not explained to you when you joined? I'm sure all slimming clubs are like that.

Amazing! I am in awe.

Thanks Spanx! I have definitely drawn a line. I was prepared for a high syn night on Sayurday night but wasn't prepared for the hangover food. I'll need to be more prepared for that next time. Good luck for your WI this week. Fingers crossed for a sneaky loss :D

Terrible(good) weekend. Saturday Buffet food at a party Copious amounts of alcohol Sunday Hangover McDonalds! Chicken Rogan Josh with Boiled Rice Back on plan. If I get STS this week I will be over the moon.

Well done you! I wouldn't have been able to resist popcorn or McChicken sandwich.

I made this a few weeks ago and it was delicious. Couldn't taste the cauliflower. Made some again at the weekend and froze it. Only had 1 chicken stock pot so threw in a veg one too. Defrosted it tonight and it there was a strong cauliflower taste. Added some garam masala and it took the...

My cutlery set is really big. I've never used them when measuring things. Always use my measuring spoons. On the sugar front, I started using sweetex sweetener in work but still had a small sugar in my coffee in the morning. When I switched to Alpro soya milk I didn't need any sugar/sweetener...

As usual, breakfast looks delicious. Did you make the veg this morning or last night and heat up today?

Just had a lovely big mug of Cherry and Jasmine tea. Really getting into fruit and herbal teas. Still on the lookout for Dandelion tea. Haven't seen it in any of the supermarkets near me. Really enjoying the new group I've been going to. In fact, I shouldn't even be calling it "new group". It...

Well done everyone! STS this week for me. Damn those prawn crackers on Saturday night. Used to love the fact that they came free with the delivery. Will probably STS next week too as have a party night on Saturday.

Don't you just love it when that happens!

I could totally go sausage and mash right now. Have you tried the Light Choices Cumberland Sausages? They're only 1/2 syn each.

Well done. Almost 9st. Amazing!

Good stuff. You've set the precedent now. Great loss!

I've seen a Frylight Butter spray in the supermarket. Haven't tried it though so can't comment on its taste.

Wow! Didn't know that about Diet Coke.

I love Minimins. When I read Facebook, the news or other forums I'm thinking "I could be reading Minimins!"

Love the penny idea. Think ill try that this weekend.

Wow! I think I see filling my trolly with whatever I want as a luxury too. That's quite a revelation for me. I'll have to think about that one.

I actually can't believe how much I'm looking forward to group this week. Not just to see my loss(hopefully) but also IT. I've even been thinking about what I'll take got slimmer of the week basket.

Yum!

Loads of great advice for a night out. I have a party on Saturday with overnight stay at hotel with breakfast. At the moment I'm full of good intentions. Saving syns and will then flexi syn on top of that. However, I easily give in to peer pressure. I have a feeling when Saturday comes I will...

Cook with olive oil. An easy way to use syns and it doesn't have to be a lot.

I can't offer any advice but didn't want to read and run. :hugs:

You look amazing. Well done on the swim. xx

Well done!

I've used my kitchen more in the past 8 weeks than I have in 6.5 years I've lived here!

I use this forum as support. I read, read and read. I read lots of different threads. Not just in SW. I've found it invaluable support.

I was reading a thread earlier about someone not enjoying the people they've been sat next to recently at group. It made me think about my group experience on Thursday. I had someone next to me who kept talking to her friend about a recipe. I kept looking at her, trying to give her a hint to...

Last night Husband and I were watching tv. He was on the iPad reading whichever forum he reads. I was on my phone reading Minimins. He asked what I was reading. I said just a forum. He said, what's it about? He said, I'll show you mine if you show me yours. lol I said its a weight loss forum...

Well done! You must feel amazing.

Like everyone else I find it difficult sticking to plan at the weekends. Especially when I don't have much on. At the weekend there I had planned out everything I was going to have but because I was bored I wanted to eat everything and more! I find it so much easier during the week when I'm at...

I nearly popped into Krispy Kreme today. Almost convince myself I should buy 2 dozen!

Well done!

Amazing loss. What did you do differently this week?

Hopefully I'll only be here for one more week. Lost 2lb today taking me to 14st 1lb.

All plans. X

Have you tried mullet light Greek style yogurt? They're 0.5 syn and really nice. Much nice than normal mullet light.

Tesco have Greek Mullet Light BOGOF at £2.19.

For my whole adult life cooking was something you heat up. It's already been prepared like a steak pie, chicken pie, battered fish. Happy to say I've never been into microwave meals though. I remember when I was 14 or so, my dad tried to teach me how to make fried rice (I'm Chinese). He had...

No, didn't know that. As Kerry said its not Pureed or cooked. I don't even mash the banana, I slice it. Takes me longer to eat the banana as part of a sandwich than on its own. Does it definitely had to be synned? I thought that would be like a third Superfree.

I was planning on joining a lovely, big expensive gym before I started SW. Now that I'm sticking to group every week I can't really afford both. I believe my money is better spent on group fee and buying exercise DVDs. Really want to buy 30 day shred but that's a post for another day. I've been...

Also, thanks for liking my blog style diary. I've got a list of things on my mind that I want to "get out". If I can compose my thoughts enough and put them on here, it might make me understand/deal with things better. Then again, it might not and I will probably just ramble on. :p

Thanks Ktcymru. Apart from the first week, I haven't actually stayed at group for IT. I didn't really like the group I joined. The past couple of weeks I've been going to a different group for WI. I really like the feel to this group and am going to stay this week. I'm actually really looking...

In the diaries and success stories I've read, I really enjoyed reading the back stories. Here's mine. I'm 33, married for nearly 5 years and no kids. The time has never been right to have children and I want a bigger house first. When I was on holiday we had a few foot massages and the...

Sorry!

When I first joined SW I thought I'd go to group for a few weeks then I'd be able to follow the plan from home. Glad to say I've kept going to group and have decided I will continue until I reach target. One of the reasons why I keep going to group is Lifeline Online. I love it for the food...

I just had a banana sandwich and it was great. I've started eating more bananas since starting SW but only today put one together with my HEXb. Is there anything you've rediscovered since starting plan?

Well done. Can't wait to be there myself.

My rice cooker came with a measuring cup. I usually do 1 cup per person, but I've recently gone down to 3/4 cup.

I'll have to do that. Our plates are huge.

That's the key, isn't it. Salad leaves on they're own aren't that great. I'm making a stink-eye face even at the thought.

I can't believe that is a mug shot! It looks so appetising.

Sounds like you had a good day. Your pizza looks yummy.

Amazing after only 17 weeks. Well done!

Tomatoes, mushrooms, egg and Tesco light choices Cumberland sausages. Can't decide if I'll have 1 or 2 sausages.

I've been following EE since I started in Jan. Only last night I opened my Red and Green book. I'm thinking about trying a red day. You have to measure your rice, pasta and potatoes. Maybe try that. I'm the same. I could eat a tonne of rice. I could just keep going. Chips too. When I'm making...

Good luck! x

Well done!

Well done!

Great pics. Well done!

Oh my! These look and sound delicious.

Has to be diet coke. Zero tastes too much like full fat coke, which I hate.

1.5 off this week. Only another 3 to go before I move down to 13's.

Thanks. I'll try your changes next time I make this.

Are you measured on how many people attend and how many people stay? Do you have a target for a certain percentage to stay? I would hate to think that my not staying at group is effecting the C's stats. If hat was the case I would stay every week. I go to group as I need someone else to weigh...

You should have a look in the recipes section. Lots of lovely recipes in there. I too hate cooking but I love the after effects. I'm eating healthy, sticking to plan and loosing weight.

Amazing! Well done.