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I made the texan spicy rice and bean thing (cant remember what its called) it was lovely and nice served with low syn sausages xx

Our Consultant said last week they are discontinuing Berry Bakewell Hi Fi's as they haven't been selling well - sorry for anyone that likes them. xxx

At the group I go to at the moment you get a certificate and a sticker on the night. However the last saw group I attended she announced sotw and then displayed certificates till end of month and then we got them at the beginning of the new month. Xx

For me its that the 'sluggish' feeling has gone....love sw!

Dyjliw your saw consultant sends to a card through the post to say well done for getting your 2.5stone award this week, that makes you determined to have another good week, even if you did have too mk such chocolate last night xxx

Brave lady not sure if I could cope without rocky roads!!!!

I think I'll be the one going to bed-put a girly film on I think!

Dyjhiw your hubby roles in after a full day at the pub and him and his bro think they are both hilarious-- not so funny when our sober and trying not to drink!!!!

I bought a tesco value dinner plate which is quite a bit smaller than my normal plates. Less than a pound too I think so didn't break the bank!

I am going to try and eat just when I'm hungry rather than just bored! That's my main hurdle on an evening, I would really like to break this habit.

I've started rewarding myself with make up or nice bubble bath. Its amazing how having a little pamper time can boost your mood

Extra easy day Hex a - 250ml semi skimmed milk Hex b - 2 nutrigrain breakfast biscuits I didn't realise that the biscuits were a healthy extra til I read this'd thread s OK thank you mini inners :-)

I go to Tammy's in Bolton-upon-Dearne South Yorkshire and it's fab!

I just want to get to a stage where I look in mirrors, rather than avoid them!

I have got back on the wagon today after being naughty for almost all of December! Don't get weighed until tomorrow evening but I feel so much better already for having some healthy food in me! Good Luck!xx

Completely agree....disgusting!

it is lovely but addictive...I ended up having so much of it that the box only lasted a week. The nicest HEX cereal IMO but i darent buy it now!

Brill Im going xmas shopping tomorrow and theyre fab as stocking fillers xx

the tesco strawberry and rhubarb is free too...I personally think that the asda and tesco ones are the same just in diff packaging

I'd say go for it, I would love to be a consultant, just havent got the time or money at the mo. Plus starting just after xmas means there are lots of people starting diets, get them hooked on the SW plan and the pennies will soon be rolling in! Good Luck for your interview xxx

Thanks for letting me know....I read it in mine last night, was gonna buy some for emergencies at work. I'll not be bothering now!!

No problem ... they're only 140 cals but check the pack - the one's I mean are in a pack of four. In fact just checked syns online to check... Fresh Cream Cake Selection, 6 pack, Chocolate Eclair, chilled, 39g each 7 7 7 Fresh Cream Chocolate Eclairs, 10 pack, chilled, 29g each 6½ 6½ 6½...

I have my WI tomorrow night so will let you know - done a full week of SE for the first time. xx

Fresh cream éclairs from Tesco are only 7 syns... so worth it for a cream bun!

I agree its annoying when people who have plenty of time on their hands turn up with nothing and scoff their way through the entire table. I work till four and have a class at five so understand how hard it is to get something when time is so limited. I like the idea of taking something like...

If anyone if wanting to try success express - there is a sample 7 day menu plan on the SW website that really helps with ideas and structuring your food. xx

I hope I don't put on with it! Just trying it for the first time this week. Really hope all this planning isn't for nothing.

I added peri peri seasoning to mine and it was lovely!

Hexa - 1% Milk for coffees throughout the day Hexb - Hi Fi Rocky Roads/ Porridge Oats/ Chocolate Weetabix spoonsize Synned item - Chocolate (mini smarties at the moment 3.5 syns for a little box), salad cream Free Food - Rice, chicken, Mugshots Superfree food - Pomegranates - Love these and...

just made this with peri peri seasoning and chicken, was soooo nice, thanks for the recipe will def be passing this one on

if anyone lives near a Crawshaws butchers, I've just bought 10 fresh chicken breast for a fiver! Brilliant deal!

Hi If you find a good group, you'll love the meetings, and don't worry about it being all women, the few men that are at mine get spoilt (having cups of tea brought to them etc!) Good Luck xx

Just checked the Onken Fat frees Apple and Mango is 8syns for the tub and the strawberry is 5.5syns sorry to be the bearer of bad news!

I have just bought a new fat free blueberry yogurt made by Tesco and it is yummy. However as it is a new product it isn't listed on the SW website, but have worked it out manually using the Syn calculator and its free!:D It comes in a big tub and its absolutely lovely, especially with...

One way I have found on cutting back is to plan your meals for the week before you go shopping. I try to have meals that have the same ingredients so that it brings the cost down. Also with things like whole chickens its possible to get a few meals out of them, for example a roast dinner...

Hi Guys Well I'm back with my shoulders drooped and my head down. I have fallen off the SW wagon again. Actually I seem to have been getting on and falling off for months, which means that I have put around 10lbs back on. I am really frustrated with myself but realise what is done is done. I...

Im trying to get back on the wagon after weeks of not following plan properly...finding it really difficult, hopefully I will get there!

Weatherspoons sell Monster Energy Drinks - the blue zero one is sugar and calorie free. It makes a nice change from diet coke xxx

Hi Guys Sorry been away for sooooo long...lost my mojo a bit tbh. I have had a funny few weeks resulting in a 4lb loss then a 1.5lb gain...ooops! Have struggled with the nice weather and then school hols. I am back on it now though until fri night when i go away to chester for the weekend for...

The basket does seemed to have picked up my group over the last few weeks. This week I put in a jar of mixed herbs, there was also some green tea with lemon and chilli infused pasta. Didn't win though :(

Thanks. Not doing so good this week after all. Was on plan until last night when my best friend came to stay with us and we decided to go out. I therefore ended up drinking lots of cocktails and eating naughty things. On the plus side straight back on it today, have been for a three and half...

Hi Mandy so glad that you have had a good time. xxx

Hope you have a lovely time Mandy xxx

I too have been having this problem for over a week...I feel your pain. Thanks for all the suggestions too. I'm trying to really up my fluid which is difficult because I feel so full. Lets hope we both get some relief soon! :(

Well I lost 2.5lbs having a week of red and green. I really enjoyed it and found that i was having lots of different HEXs. I think keeping your body guessing and not eating the same things all the time helps. xxx

Hi Your story is almost identicle to mine. I lost almost five stone with SW first time. Then I broke up with my boyfriend, moved and then met my now husband. Being in a happy relationship and not near my original group meant that I put just over three stone back on! Tried to lose it last year...

Totally agree with what others have said. I would just do the training on there rather than the body test as its gonna dishearten you, or just weigh in once a week on them just after WI. You have done really well and you want this too much to let the stupid Wii beat you. Keep at it Lisa and...

Just got in from WI and lost 2.5lbs! Really pleased with that. I need another 2.5 for my 2.5 stone award so gonna try really hard this week, especially as it is the last of the SW slimmathon! Just had some chips from the chippy though :o because I've been craving them for four weeks. Although I...

Well just got back from WI of 100% week and lost 2.5lbs!!! :rolleyes: Really pleased and I have 2.5lbs to go to my 2 and half stone. I am gonna give 100% again this week and try and claim my certificate. Good luck guys xxx

Good luck and well done on joining SW, I definately do not have your will power xx

I hope all this resisting pays off! WI tomorrow so we'll see xxx

sounds like a good plan chick. Plus by having full weeks on each plan you can see which gives you good losses and suits you. I have enjoyed doing red and green this week..I really like having two HEXb's xxx

Well guys I managed another 100% day at PIL house by taking my own food. Had 9.5 syns for the day! It WI tomorrow so hoping it will have made a difference. I'm definately up for another week as I have one week left of the SW slimathon xxx

Thanks lisa I have managed it. But I had to resist homemade lasagne and chips which is one of my all time faves xx

Hi Lisa very exciting with the wedding prep. i went for a plain white gold band as I wanted simple like my mum has so hopefully it will be ok to be resized. i also figured that i will be able to have it dipped in white gold when needed to make it all shiny and new. Just read through your last...

Hi I have been doing extra easy for most of the time since joining with the very odd green day. this week however I have tried doing all red and green to see if it makes any difference. I weigh in on Tuesday so we shall see if it has an affect I really do think its different for everyone but I...

Morning everybody! Just though I'd post to say how proud of myself I am feeling today. I went to Twickenham yesterday to watch a local rubgy team, meaning that we left the house at 5.30am and didnt return till 11.30pm! I took plenty of free and superfree food with me and a couple of low syn...

Well guys managed to have a good day even though was out for 18 hours! Went to Twickenham and back to watch a local rugby team. Took plenty of food with me and only had one alcoholic drink resulting in 16syns for the day...feeling proud. Just got to get through a day at my parents in law now...

Hangs head in shame...apart from walking everywhere I dont really do any exercise. this is something that I am going to up soon though as the Doctor has told me it will help with stress! xx

Well day five almost done! I am amazed how much this thread has helped me keep focused. Red Day Breakfast: Magic Porridge with vanilla muller light (HEXB) and raspberries Snack: Bag of french fries (4syns) Lunch: Pork and cottage cheese sandwich on wholemeal bread (60g HEXB) 3 babybell lights...

Hi I know exactly how you feel, am really stressed and low because of issues at work and have struggled over the last few weeks. I do feel stronger this week though even though cituation hasnt changed. I decided that one... If I have a healthy diet, I will have a healthy(ish) mind and will be...

I love going to group and I know that I wouldn't have the will power to do it alone. I also like getting my awards and certificates as it really spurs me on. I love the idea of getting someone else to do your WI though! Good luck with whichever route you decide xxxx

Thanks Lisa I've emailed the Head today to let her know of the situation and that I need some time off for the blood tests next week. Hopefully it will push her to make a desicion soon. xx

I know how you feel...same with me it stinks!

Thanks Guys It went well at the Docs, it was a new guy and he seemed really nice. I was glad that he didnt think I was wasting his time. TBH he was a bit stumped as to what to do for me. He has booked me in for some blood tests to rule certain things out, but he is almost sure to how I am...

Hi Gleesa glad that you're still with us. Having the same WI time every week will help and probable give you better motivation than moving because of shifts. Well done for getting back on plan inbetween the naughty days (why do they always seem to come at once?!?) xxx

Hi Lisa It does sound like you have water retention is your wrist are swollen....DRINK DRINK DRINK! It really does make a difference. I'm sure you're gonna have a double loss next week. I have the implant in too so dont get periods. Do you still think that you get bloating etc every month...

Another 100% day for me too and managing to stick to my green and red week. Today has been a green day Breakfast: Apple, Strawberries, grapes and a shape 0% fat yoghurt Snack: Salt and Vinegar Ryvita Minis (HEXB) Lunch: Jacket potato and beans, salad with yoghurt and mint sauce (1syn) plums...

Hi Guys Had a good day plan wise today and have done a red day, something that I havent done since starting sw this time round. I enjoyed it too! I am aiming to have a complete red and green week this week to see if it helps with my losses. I did change my HEXs today and had wholemeal bread...

I think you'll just have to see if it works for you. When I first did SW in 2008 I lost almost five stone doing nearly all green days. The green plan does work, why else would it still be recommended by sw? Good luck xxx

Well had another good day. I have decided that I am going to try and have a full week of red and green days until weigh in day which is next Tuesday. I used to follow red and green when I first did slimming world a few years back, it will be interesting to see if it makes a difference. So today...

Can I double like the above!! You had a brilliant April. I think I need to write down/ log my food as I seem to be better focused when i do it. I am writing this weeks on the 100% week thread but think I will carry on on my diary. I think you'll be fine one Thursday..food is looking good :) xx

I agree managing to have a good week when you've got a lot on is a real achievement. Good luck honey xx

Im a terrible emotional eater. I have found it very tough for the last few weeks because of stress at work caused by certain people. If it wasn't for my hubby and close friends, I would have completly gone off the rails. Its just so hard when your body cries out for that comfort. I have found...

I agree, by facing the scales you are much likely to get back on track. I was terrible for missing WI when I last did SW because i had had a bad week telling myself that I would be good to pull it back and every time a had a bad two weeks and an even worse gain when I did go back. Draw a line...

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I would like to be on SW forever and feel that it is a real lifestyle change rather than a diet. I intend to continue going to class once at target as I feel that this is the real key to keeping the weight off long term. I would really like to become a consultant in future (If i can ever afford...

Just got back from WI and lost 1lb, pretty pleased with that as I have managed to stay on plan despite everything. However I have eaten lots and done no exercise. This week I am going to do the three following to try for a good week. 1. Continue upping fluids (didnt quite drink as much as I...

Hi Mandy Glad the long shift at work went ok. Its perfectly natural to be worried about something new. Just keep telling yourself that you deserve this break and when you come back the men will just realise how amazing you are and how things run better with a woman in charge. Enjoy hun xxxx

Hi Gleesa Hope it went ok at WI. I weigh in on a Tuesday night too. I lost 1lb which I'm pleased as I'm eating lots due to stress at work. Keep us updated xx

Well have just got back from WI and lost 1lb. I'm pleased with this as am under a lot of stress with issues at work so managing to stick to plan altogether is a real achievement with me. Here is my food diary for today...apologies for the pathetic first half (its a habit I have on WI day that I...

I would say have at least 5 a day. My C often says that if you are exercising have the upper end of your syns. TBH I usually have between 10 and 15 and have good losses. I feel that for me having a little chocolate or a bag of crisps allows this to be a plan that can be stuck to. By denying...

I love taster nights, it has been here that I have discovered some of my favourite SW recipes.

Are you still losing atm? If you are I would stay as you are. I would increase my speed and superspeed rather than change syns. xxx

Brush your teeth... stops things tasting as good xx

Hi Mel I don't keep a food diary on here just a diary of my ramblings. Did you like the curry loaf? Its one of my favourites! xx

Typical men! Sounds good though mmmmm burgers! xx

I'm very lucky with my hubby and he is very supportive. He has learnt to cook the SW way, asks me about the plan all the time and says not to get anything in that is naughty. However for some strange reason I seem to buy lots of naughties in for him whilst I'm being good and actually encourage...

I agree don't beat yourself up about it just try not to let one off plan meal turn into an off plan day xx

Aldi super 6 - Cocktail vine tomatoes - Green beans - Rhubarb - Courgettes (3pk) - Conference pears - 2.5kg Maris Piper Potatoes all for 69p each - bargain!

Right so far so good, although the real challenge for me will be tomorrow night after WI when I do tend to have a few too many syns. So today was Extra Easy Breakfast: Fibre Plus bar (HEX B) strawberries and raspberries Snack: Apple Lunch: Jacket potato with beans, salad with yoghurt and mint...

Well I've made an appointment at the docs for Thursday so we'll see what he says. I think its just stress but least it'll be on my medical records then. Least I have managed to remain on the wagon! xxx

great minds and all that. xx

No three sounds just like me today x

Hey food looks good so far. If you carry on like this I'm sure you'll have a good result on the scales. I know what you mean about Saturday's I find them really hard but I managed an Ok one yesterday. Good luck for the rest of the week Liz xxx

Hi mandy Well done you on going out in this. I've been forced to tidy up and iron although I really cannot be bothered. looks like you've got a busy day tomorrow, enjoy the peace while you can xxx

Sounds good gleesa and the meal ideas look yummy. Let me know what you think of the mushy pea curry. I made it once and wasnt that impressed but people on here seem to love it. The superfree creamy cauliflower curry however I thought was really good. Its on the recipe thread xx

I've been trying to switch to fruit teas this week. I have been having Twinnings pomegranite and raspberry and its lovely. Its got no caffiene in and saves my HEXa of milk so I can have cheese. Win win all round!

I discovered these this week and have fallen in love with them. However bought a few packs to have in and they have dissapeared...ooops good job they aren't too high in syns! x

I'm up for this feel like this is just what I need to keep me on plan. I think I'll even post my food diary on here if thats ok to keep me on the straight and narrow. We can support each other and have some good losses. xx

Hi Guys Just found this thread, can I join too? I'm 26 and started SW mid January. Have lost 2stone 1lb so far and hoping to lose another 5 stone roughly. Hoping this thread will help keep on straight and narrow and also give me some tips. BTW galaxy have just bought something out called...

I love this recipe, one of my faves. Its good hot or cold, I usually have it with salad as its quite filling on its own.

Love the bowl idea! I think my OH would go for burgers quite often too! I'm aiming for at least 2 litres a day, and also trying to cut down on coffee, so I've been having fruit tea instead at work. I would like to drink plain water but I'm really not keen so have been have NAS squash instead. I...

Thanks Mandy I think I will go to the doctors just to get things checked. The situation will be dealt with eventually but at the moment we have no definate answer as to how and when. I think if I knew when things will change it would help because I would have an end in sight. It came to a bit...

oooh a may challenge? I'm sure you will achieve it you seem really positive at the minute. I'm not brill at setting an actual number for my weight loss because I get really annoyed at myself if I dont reach it. I have set myself the challenge of drinking more... this is something I find really...

I have been soooo hungry today but managed to stay on plan. Ended up having a three course breakfast! Half a melon...fibre plus bar ..... then bacon and beans!!!! Just couldnt seem to fill myself. I was so hungry that I made myself get the bus to town just so I didnt eat the entire food content...

Sounds good - little goals and challenges help to keep it fresh.

I would take it back and to me it doesnt sound like you need a bigger size as it fitted on the waist, just bad manufacturing. They will exchange it no questions asked - its faulty. Don't feel bad about it hun xx

I plan on putting my wedding dress on for our first anniversary to see the difference. I just couldnt get into the right frame of mind before the wedding but I have no time limits set now which helps me. xx

My first SW group that I went to had some brilliant ideas. There were three folders, a green, red and orange in each were recipes for all three plans that either the consulatant had loved or other members. Each recipe was photocopied several times and put into plastic wallets. They were free to...

I am on my second implant so have had one for four years. I love it, my periods have stopped altogther. If you have ever been on the mini pill, as it is the same hormones, you react in the same way to both. I had to make an appointment as it needs a nurse and a doctor to have one put in. They...

This is a real funny one I think. Now I have been called "fat, tubby, overweight" by a number of people over the years and it used to really upset me. I think the worst has to be by my nan who called me "ugly fat" her own personal insult. I used to get really upset about it, but I now think that...

Hi Mandy, like the other lovlies have said I'm sure the six pound won't be down to one meal and a combination of other factors. However I got on the scales after tea the other night and saw a five pound gain only to have a 2lb loss this week. Just shows that if you can help it, don't weigh...

Well done, that is such a good loss. Just shows if you keep at it things start moving eventually. xx

Sorry you're having a bad day, can understand how ur feeling. I'm having an awful time at work at the moment and its just making me want to eat rubbish. The only thing that is keeping me on plan is the thought that if I fall of the wagon because of them, then they have beaten me... and thats...

Hi thanks for dropping in xxx

Hi Guys Well had a good WI last night with a 2lb loss which gave me my 2stone award and into the next stone bracket (why does it mean sooo much? But it really does) Things are no better at work...infact they are steadily getting worse. If it wasnt for having a really good friend at work I don't...

Hi Hun Glad that you're feeling better. Enjoy your wedding planning, mine was only four months ago but seems like forever now. Enjoy every minute of the planning and remember not to get too stressed because whatever happens it will be the best day of your life xx

Hi Mandy, bummer about having to miss your group, but look at it this way, your weight loss next week will be doubly brilliant! Hope work hasnt been too bad xx

Don't be too disheartened, it will soon come back off and more. The fact that you had already planned your lunch etc shows that you are in control. By measuring yourself, you have shown that you are losing inches. Just keep at it and you'll soon be on a roll xx

Mine is from my wedding in December. I must be one of the only brides that I know that decided to lose weight after their wedding day! I still felt a million dollars - thank god for the boning in my dress!

If you need a cream cake treat tesco choclate eclairs are 7 syns - not bad once in a while.

I know what you mean - i could eat sweetcorn with every meal. you're doing really well xx

food looking really good and well done for planning ahead when you've got a busy day. I'm sure by upping your food intake the scales will move in the right direction at a more cheerful pace x

Good plan I do this so I cant buy any naughties from the canteen xx Hope you've had a good day back at work

Hi Mandy meals are looking fab. Hope you enjoy ur day off xx

Hi Becky My day has been good food wise, but work is rubbish still. Hopefully something will be done for the new academic year - that is if I can last until then without completely losing my temper! I hope you are right regarding WI - although TBH I don't feel like I have lost even though...

Hi Katie I also have about the same to lose - started with 97lbs but i figure the extra three will be the 3lb buffer under my target. I printed off a hundred square and have been colouring it in as I lose, may sound a bit sad but there is something quite satisfying about it and it shows me how...

Well I have well and truely caught up on my minimins. It really does give me a new vigour and fresh outlook. Can't wait for tea I have a chickpea, spinach and chicken curry simmering and it smells goooorjus!!! Found the recipe on the internet and apart from the oil (swapped for frylight) is...

Hi lisajade I've just read through your diary and you seem to be doing really well. Don't feel too disheartened at your maintains, you have had brilliant losses in inches. I sts this week with no idea why, hoping it will catch up. I agree with what others have said, you do seem to be eating a...

Hi Gleesa just read through your diary and it sounds like you're doing really well. I wish I had taken my measurements now to see the difference, I suppose I can just go by my clothes. The roasted chickpeas sound yummy, did you just use tinned ones? xxx

Hi Mandy Soup sounds good, I need to get back into making soups but I try not to have too many as I can go off them. It sounds to me that work see how much effort you put in and what an asset you are. Be proud that you are so good at your job! Looking forward to your end of the month recipes...

I have done a little research and to be honest I'm not sure that I may have anemia. But from looking at which foods are high in iron, I found out that drinking tea and coffee can prevent your body from absorbing as much iron from your food. So I think I will try and up my iron rich foods and try...

Well I have had an ok weekend. Had a party on Friday night with a buffet. I stuck to diet coke all night and tried my best (removed pastry from the quiche etc) but will have still gone over my syns I think. I hope I manage to lose on Tuesday but tbh don't feel it at the minute. I have walked 2...

I am definately going to think a bit more about what I put into the SOTW basket, always put fruit in (fresh) but think a bit of variety would make it much more lively. xx

I know the feeling, went to a party last night thinking that I would find something I could have, only to be faced with sandwiches, quiche, sausage rolls and roast potatoes! Not so much as a salad or chicken drumstick in sight. Tried to make the best choices (left the pastry on quiche and only...

These are brilliant, they really helped me when I was starting out - good luck xx

I think it wouldn't have bothered me as much if I wasn't 1lb off my 2 stone, I will have it next week. xx

No problem H2H x

meat and fish is free. If you have mince it needs to be 5% fat or less to be classed as free, otherwise it would still have syn values. You have two HEXa's and 2 B's. As well as bread, cereal etc for your healthy extras you can also have a weighed portion of potatoes or beans for example.

Good day with food today, not been as hungry as yesterday. Breakfast: 2xHi-fi light bars (HEXA) and raspberries Snack: velvet crunch (4syns) Lunch: Tomato Mugshot, Activia yoghurt, grapes and plums Dinner: Gammon, jacket potato, cottage cheese, salad and sald cream (1syn) Snack: Curly Wurly (6...

Got peckish in the evening and had a cereal bar (3 syns) and a packet of velvet crunch (4) So syns for the day : 16/20

well done!

Well done! That is a fantastic achievement you should be really proud of yourself xx

Right I am feeling much better today - even with the rain! As promised my food diary for the day- Wednesday - Extra Easy B: Hifi Light Bar (half HEB) strawberries and grapes Snack: Other Hi fi (other half of HEB) and an apple Lunch: Ham, lettuce, cucumber, tomato and salad cream (2 syns)...

Thank Becky I'm ok with the maintain now, it was never gonna come off overnight, I think its because I am so close to my 2 stone that I was really down trodden. Instead of going off the rails it has made me even more determined to have a good week, in fact I think I will post my food diaries...

Well done its really difficult to stop yourself when you want a binge. You deserve to toot your own trumpet!

Well just got back from WI and maintained. I'm really dissapointed as I have been on plan and really wanted my 1lb off for my 2stone. But I havent blown it tonight, just had my syns and bought myself a magazine instead of a big bar of chocolate. Gonna try really hard this week and will up my...

I only weigh my HEs and syns. Thats the main reason that I love SW, that I don't have to worry about calories, I suppose the whole idea of the 1/3 superfree is to stop you eating too much free food in one meal.

Hi Mandy Don't feel too bad about it, and just congratulate yourself for getting back on plan today. And plus with working an extra long shift, you will have burnt lots of calories! I have had days like this and thought that WI would be a disaster but the worse result I have had has been a STS...

I think I'll def look into in more, have been and had a quick look on their website, there are so many different ones! I'm hoping that I may find it easier going back to work, as it does seem that boredom is my main problem. I find when I'm in work I tend to have no syns through the day making...

That's sucj a lovely thing to do, I joined on my own and found the first few weeks quite difficult, as I was younger than most of the members that stay to Image Therapy. Luckily my consultant's partner (who is also a consultant) befriended me so I feel much more settled and have got to know...

I also love SW quiche for lunch - tub of plain cottage cheese, 3/4 eggs and lots of free and superfrees. I usually have salad with it too. I find that by making one at the beginning of the week, my lunches are sorted for most of the week! Good Luck with starting, I'm sure you'll enjoy it!

Thanks for that explanation and this does sound very interesting indeed....think I will do a bit more research. I can't imagine getting to a stage when I don't want chocolate and sweet stuff. It sounds like lots have been converted. When do you listen to it, while you are asleep or awake (sorry...

Never heard of this, what is it? xx

You generally get good losses for the first few weeks and then it settles down. SW say you should lose between 1-2lb on average every week on plan. Well done on your losses so far xx

Hi Hanloje! Your menus are looking fab. Just make sure you're having at least 5syns a day as this is what SW recommend as daily lowest. Bet you have a brill WI, good luck! xx

Hi Mandy Hope you are having a good day xxx

Have a real struggle today...I just want chocolate!!! Have managed to stay within my syns (just!) but don't know how I am going to get through this evening!! I think its bordom really but somehow I cant get rid of this craving... to make matters worse there are small bags of minieggs in the...

I think the key to slimming world is that you never have to feel hungry, which is where many people fail when they try to lose weight. Most of us have a love of food - hence why we need to lose weight in the first place. The idea that you can still eat plenty seems to be too good to be true but...

I know its the first time I've watched it properly...didn't realise how many fell down :-(

Just keep at it, everyone is different. Just think the weight didnt go on overnight, it won't come off overnight either. The SW plan does work, you just have to trust it x

I love the idea of non-food items. Maybe it would be better if we put in recipes or other useful items, like steam bags, dried herbs etc I definately think the SOTW basket needs zuzzing up!

Well I had an unsuccessful search, I think I shall ask my consultant on Tuesday. xxx

I agree with what others have said. The consultant at my current group is lovely as are the people there. However last year I went to another SW group (same place different day) and didnt find the consultant there very helpful or inspiring - I feel this had a major effect on my effort and I...

excellent advice given... we all have days like this from time to time, you should congratualte yourself on making the right choices when it is so easy to grab something synful. I had a couple of days like this last week and I still lost 2.5lbs this week so I wouldn't worry. As long as it is...

Yes it is x

Glad it's not just me wondering that!

I lost 2.5 lbs this week..didn't have any chocolate - but no one bought me any! I'm doing the NSPCC SW Slimathon so I think it kept me on the straight and narrow to be honest! xxx

on the SW website it says that you can do whatever works for you, however if you find it hinders your weight loss go back to daily, hope this helps xx

here is the link to the thread http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/200528-success-express.html

Have you tried success express - this is a plan that was given in a leaflet with the SW pack some time ago. Basically instead of having a third of your plate 1/3 superfree you have 2/3. If you do a search that was a really clear explanation of it by MrsWilsonCroft (sorry if I have the name...

Thanks...I am a long way off yet but think that I will know when I am at target.

I wish I'd have known that my friend joined last night...never mind. Really good offer though!

Hi - this comes up quite often at my group and the answer given by my consultant time after time is "not eating enough will not cause you to put weight on, however it can slow your losses down" I would def recommend either posting a food diary on here or asking your consultant to check it xx

Can you call target actually when you get weighed? I have been overweight for as long as I can remember, so like many other's don't really know what number I would like to be on the scales. The target that I have set myself on here is based on a healthy BMI, but if I get to a weight that I am...

My advice would be experiment...there are so many delicious recipes on SW. By keeping your food varied and new, you will never get bored!

I think the only reason I managed to lose this week was because there weren't any easter goodies in the house and I just stayed in. Normally I would have put myself in a chocolate induced coma! LOL I feel that I need to do more exercise as I am worried about becoming flabby and wobbly. I am...

That sounds delish, it is a dish I have never attempted before, but think I may have to try xx

Well have just got back from WI wit 2.5lb off! This got me my club ten and SOTW - I was so pleased as I have found it so much harder sticking to plan whilst off work, and I am only 1lb off 2stone so hope that I can bag that one next week. A close family friend joined this week which means that I...

Thanks Mandy Had a very quiet Easter but I think that was needed to keep me away from chocolate. Hope you have had a good week xx

Well Ive not managed to try as many recipes as I would have liked, however I did adapt a chickpea and spinach curry recipe and that was lovely. TBH Becky I don't do enough exercise, I walk quite alot (but that is only because we have no car) and I go on the wii from time to time. I have just...

Sorry you feel like this, it may be worth posting a food diary on here for people to check, it could be something simple. Do you check your syns? Weigh your HEs? Please dont give up, you have done so well xxx

I love the choc mint ones best... they really do feel like a choccie fix

I've had a day like that today, I think its because I feel under the weather and want comfort food. I have stayed on plan but had a green day so I could have extra HEs and still had all my syns. I feel proud that I didn't fall off the wagon but can't help feel a little bad for eating so much xx

Happy Easter Mandy...Have a lovely day with the family xx

Thanks fo checking that...I got the impression that it went up to a certain number but I wasn't sure what. I try to keep within my 15 most of the time - I don't want to get used to having them all! xxx PS - Fab news on the SOTW xxxx

Well done Mandy that is brilliant - you should be very proud of yourself xxxx

Hi Mandy Hope you are ok, just a little thing worth checking regarding syns. When I started this time round I was told that I was allowed up to 20syns a day as I weighed over 15st and under 20. This is something that I had never heard of when I was with my last group, so I asked a fellow member...

Hi Guys well had WI last night and had a loss of 1.5lbs! I was over the moon as really didnt expect to have lossed this week after meals out. I am now half a pound from my club 10 and three and half from my 2 stone. So I am going to work my little socks off this week and try to get them both...

Congratulations... that was a really inspiring thread, it must be lovely to feel so proud of yourself. xxx

Hi, sorry to hear that you're getting a bit down with it. I agree with the previous post about upping your veg intake and limiting your processed foods. On the whole though your diary does seem to be ok. The only thing I can think to add it to try and up your fluid intake. Three members did this...

Well I've had a hectic few days, finished work for two weeks :p and have had my mum's birthday....all in all leading to three meals out and one night of drinking :sigh: they were planned but these things always seem to happen at the same time. I didnt go too mad so am hoping that I will maintain...

Hi Mandy Sorry to hear about your Grandad's friend and I know what you mean about the quality of life, my nan was in a sad state for quite a few years before she passed away. Glad you had a good time in Manchester, I love Yours Clothing too...they have some really good online sales too! Well...

Hi Guys Just got back from WI and have lost another 2lbs whoop whoop! So pleased I have had a good two weeks. However next week is going to be a real struggle as I have three meals out! I am going to try my best to be good but I find it so difficult when I have temptation in front of me...

Hi Mandy, your food diaries look really good. so glad that you have decided to go away with your folks, it sounds like it will do you the world of good. As someone else said, I'm sure hubby and teen are just concerned how they will manage without the woman of the house about. Go, enjoy you...

Was going to say the same. 1/3 superfree really is the key, I have found having a side salad with meals is a good way of getting some in and cuts down on portions

get straight back on plan, I had a really bad day for my birthday the other Sunday - beer, 2bags of Mini Eggs, Weatherspoons burger and chips, chocolate eclair and nearly an entire tube of pringles!!!! Anyway I managed to give myself a kick went back on plan the next day (and had normal syns) I...

Well funny old day again with lots of ups and downs. Me and Mum have made up which made me feel lots better as we never fall out and I had the worse headache all day yesterday because of it. I then went out with a friend and ended up in Asda, I rarely get to go as its quite far away and I have...

Well what a rubbish day. Been having a good week food wise, but had an argument with my mum this morning (something that I never do) and now I feel rubbish. I have texted to apologise but she hasn't replied so I feel so down and wanting food. I decided to come on here for a bit of support and to...

I know how you and your friend feel. For me it's my Nannan. For as long as I can remember she has nagged me and made nasty comments to me about my weight. She seems to forget that until recently she was overweight herself.... very frustrating. I am learning to ignore her now but it has caused me...

Loving the menu Mandy...good luck with ur drinking at work, this is something that I also struggle with but I do find when I drink more I have better losses xxxx

Thanks Mandy Having a good week again at the min. Just had my favourite treat sushi and better still only 2 syns. Hope u are well xxxxx

Hi Mandy So sorry not been on here for a while, been sooo busy. Just read your diary and caught up. Like everyone else has said a massive well done to joining a class and I am glad that you enjoyed it. I go to class on a Tuesday and finds that it really helps me get focused when I've had a...

Hello Peeps Well I had WI last night and was over the moon with my 3.5lb loss!! :p This got me bang on my stone and a half award and also meant I was slimmer of the week. I feel so much better for having a good week. I wrote my food down which I know isn't an essential but it really does make...

Hi Guys Long time no speak, I really have been abandoning my diary. I have been so busy I've just not managed to get on an update. I have popped in and out of minimins but I really am overdue a catch up on everyone's diaries. So whats been happening since my last update? It was my birthday on...

oooh great thread I too need to try and drink more fluid. I also need to start measuring my sauces rather than guessing!

Good luck, this is my second time round and its going well so far. This site is brilliant for help and tips. xx

Hi Guys I should have come on here more this weekend, because it turn shaky again on the food front. Still managed a 1/2 lb loss but was so cross at myself to let my emotions and stresses affect my eating. So this week am going to try harder. Me and hubby went out for a curry with some...

I did this on Monday and then had WI on Tuesday, I still managed to lose half a pound so don't think you have blown it. Just draw a line under it and move on xx

Crisps and chocolate!

Thanks u guys, i hve done better this week so I am hoping for a good loss on Tues. Things are no better at work but I will not let that make me fall off the wagon. Going to the cinema and to tea later so am just seeing what the best thing is to eat from Chiquitos...gonna have a mooch on syn...

Hi Guys Not been able to get on over the weekend as hoped, had a very stressful end to the week at work last week, and turned to retail therapy and food to make me feel better..didn't work. Was relieved to have lost another lb this week and have decided that I will not let things at work get...

Thanks Becky feeling much better and I am going to put some time aside this weekend to have a proper minimins catch up! xxxx

Finally got to a WI after hurting my foot and being on holiday and lost 5lb! Ailly 8lb. (5.5lbs lost - 2.5lb to go) Bobbles86 12lbs (7lbs lost - 3.5lbs to go) Birdmummy 10lb (5.5lb lost - 4.5lb to go) Butterflymad 10lb (5.5lb lost - 4.5lb to go) Clareel 4lb (0lb lost - 4lb to go) Corkscrew...

Afternoon my lovelies! Its been a bit hectic at work and at home so haven't had a spare min to get on the sight. Went to WI last night and I had lost 5lb! I got my stone award and an extra 2 pound so I am proud as punch. I'm really glad that I had managed to lose because I was unsure how I...

Hi Guys! well I have had a major busy week, back from my mini cruise in Brugge, was nice but not helped by the foot that still hurts and the fact that I seem to have picked up another bug!! I seem to have a chesty coughy head blocky up thing which means I am feeling awful. I wasn't on plan...

ooops for got my positives (sorry jackie x) 1. Its Friday and half term!! 2. Have had a naughty chinese but I'm focused to get back on plan tomorrow and I'm not mad at myself. 3. The soaps are on in a bit and I'm wrapped up in my fluffiest and warmest dressing gown.

Well survived me first day back at work, although my ankle is hurting now! Just been a bit naughty and had a chinese to celebrate half term...have gone over my syns but its only one meal and will be right back on with it tomorrow. Finally get to meet my new nephew tomorrow, can't believe he's...

Evening! I am going back to work tomorrow hopefully as I am up to a hobble! I am please how fast its healing..I had never been in as much pain on Monday when I did it. My dad came and took me to the local shop to get some bits and to test my foot. it hurt but I think I can manage to get round...

We had roasties with our tea and they are beaut! Even hubby loved em!

looks like you've had a better day food wise than me... been snacking and even got hubby to bring home an emergency crunchie! Still within my syn allowance for day though so bonus. Have a lovely evening corkscrew xx

I know I really have got addicted to this and facebook. I have been really good and not been on ebay because man is that addictive especially bidding on clothes and shoes. Well done ok really on the food the last couple of days but it looks like I won't be able to make it to an alternative WI...

I love Obese a year to save my life too!! I am enjoying Biggest Loser but enjoyed the last series more. What I don't understand is why do the contestants on the USA version seem to lose more on a weekly basis, is there food monitored more closely I wonder ??:confused:

good luck xxx

yes it is, its free on all plans. Just check that the one you have is free as some have syns in xx

Thanks Jackie xxxx

I am except you'd think I was in my eighties hobbling round with my walking stick talking to the cat! xxx

Thanks Becky! It is a little better today...I can put my foot on the floor. I'm just getting so bored and frustrated because I know that there are lots of things that need doing in the house and I can't do them. I might shuffle to put some washing on in a bit. But I am going to stay...

Sorry that you had a horrid day yesterday... at least you get a change of scenery. On the plus side Nottingham is lovely xx Enjoy your road trip. x

I remember the big 5ps does that count?x

Hi Catherine I'm the same age as you and I am loving the SW plan, I'm in my fifth week now, but unfortunately I couldn't get weighed last night as I have injured my foot. You will find so many brilliant recipes and tips on here which mean you never have to be stuck for what to cook. My hubby is...

thank you hun xxx

I'm gutted! I fell over at work yesterday and have badly sprained my foot and can't walk so I can't go to weigh in! I'm hoping that I may be able to get to another group in the next couple of days as I really wanted 3lb off this week before I go on holiday next week x

Jackie you're like a detective!:character00255: <---Jackie in her getaway plane! xxx

Hi Jackie Thanks for popping by... funny you should say about walking stick, my dad brought my Nans round yesterday but I cant get the hang of it, I'm just hopping and hanging on! I will try my bestest to keep up with the positives...must admit feeling sorry for myself today so it was...

Hi Jess Welcome to SW this is my second time round and I love it, it really is a way of life that can be stuck too... you will soon become a master chef trying lots of recipes I'm sure.Hope it is going well this week xxx

ARRRGH This is not good.... my first day on the sofa and I am already eating through boredom! Plus because I can only grab things I can't carry anything properly. so far I have had.... Breakfast: Cereal bar (4.5 syns) apple and clementines Snack: Cheese curls (3syns) I need something filling...

I completely agree I have always been someone that clears their plate and who also eats far too quickly, one of the main reasons that I have got to the size that I am. I too agree with using smaller plates as you think you till have a nice full plate of food. I have tried to slow down when...

Have a good day at work... I actually would rather be at work today... I have been a good girl and added my positives to my diary for the day. xxxxx

Hi Hun I feel your pain! I cant believe how much pain I'm in...I'm getting frustrated more than anything! I am suppose to have my WI tonight but I won't be able to make it to group so I'm hoping that I will be able to make it to another group. Hopping seems to be really good body magic...

Hi Mandy Hope u are feeling better. The veg box sounds fab, I too would like to see a pic pweeeese. I've been trying to save money this month and have given my cards to hubby in exchange for a cash budget... it really does stop me buying things that we don'y actually need. Is there somewhere...

Right after reading corkscrew's diary I must put my positives down... 1. I don't (can't) have to leave the house so can spend the day in my PJs 2. The cat is sooo glad of my company, I have a lap friend as I type 3. Will have to miss WI tonight but will try to get one later in week which gives...

Hi guys Can I join in, been LOL at this diary.. really has cheered me up! (I'm stuck at home with a sprained foot) Had started putting positives in my diary but slipped recently...must try harder. Loving your recipe reviews...may have to try the fanta/tango chicken...do you think it would work...

thanks Mandy However I spoke too soon... Managed to get to work yesterday, even though there was black ice everywhere and then slipped on some water on the corridor and fell... then had to spend the afternoon on A&E to be told I've badly sprained my foot and damaged some ligaments. Can't...

Hi I know how you're feeling been the same for the past fews days, I had baked beans for my dinner, comforting and filling as well as being super speed. xxx

I would make sure you plan well and have lots of foods ready to snack on. Pasta salads, SW quiche, fruit etc are foods that you can grab and eat. The great thing about SW is that you aren't limited to portion sizes you can eat till you're staisfied. Just make yourself small goals and I am sure...

Well had a very non day, just laid about and felt sorry for myself. Have ended up having a green day because I really didnt fancy much. Breakfast: Pear, clementines, ryvita crackerbreads and laughing cow lights (HEXA and B) Dinner: Baked beans and a pear Snack: Cheese curls (aldi's version of...

ooh thanks for that xx

I agree you have done so well and if you feel happy with the way you look. I would call it rather than pushing to try and get down to a weight that you can't maintain x