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I lost 2 1/2 stone in 2 1/2 months on 810 plan with quite a few cheat days. For me it s the best Cambridge plan of them all balancing reasonably fast weight loss with some flexibility for real life eating situations.

I'm lucky to have a converted garage spare room on the side of my house with its own entrance and loo. It used to be a granny annexe and now we use it for all sorts of things, spare room, extra tv room, gym, adult sitting room and now consulting room. The only problem is my kids always come in...

I would say get your medical stuff done first then lose the weight afterwards. Your health is the most important thing in your life. The diet will always be here when you are ready to do it.

hang in one more day till you've had your weigh in kelliebobz. Don't be tempted to eat now. I'm sure you'll have a really pleasant surprise, and that should spur you on for next week. Even though I got into ketosis on day 3 when I did the programme, and wasn't really hungry I still felt a...

I took my first call today and saw my first client this evening. I was terrified, but I think it went OK. The client was really nice and excused my nervousness. So that's it - I'm officially a Counsellor now.

I've got my page set up on the Cambridge website this morning, I've set my message on my answerphone and I'm waiting in for the courier to bring my first order of products and my business start up kit. It's all very exciting. All I need are a few clients and I'll be well away. Mind you, I'll...

I forgot to add that of course you have to keep stock of most flavours, which you buy in by the cartonload. So that is a bit of a start up expense too, but hopefully once the clients start coming in you will make your money back on that very quickly. I'm not really worrying about that as me...

The business kit costs £75, which includes the cost of the training days. But you get a lot of free stuff in the first six months, so it is possible to make that money back very quickly.

Hi Buffydog, The training is quite straightforward. You have to fill in a questionnaire to start with and your Counsellor has to approve your training. If you get that questionnaire right, then you go off on one day's training and then send in an exam paper after the training day. That's the...

my basic training. So I'm just trying out my new signature with the newly added Cambridge Diet Counsellor. I'm really excited. If anyone is reading this and thinking of starting the Cambridge diet in the Staines area, then drop me a line......

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Well done mushu - that's great. Now this gang has lost 45 pounds. That over 3 stone.

I'm glad to say I'm in the porridge lovers camp. I've been looking forward to it, but felt sad when I saw so many posts from people who hated it. Just got a sample pack from my CDC training at the weekend and couldn't wait to try it. I made it with more water than specified & so it was a bit...

I'm posting a 3 pound loss this week too. I've hit 11 stone again! So now I can start to chase down those last 14 pounds. I'm adding 6 more to the ticker too - well done saraian!

Hang in there chalack - hope you feel better soon

Well done Susan!

Yippee - that's 2 stone we've lost already. That's really inspiring.

I've just added up all the weight we've lost so far & I plan to keep a running tally of it - I've done a ticker. Lets see what size fat mountain we can build by Christmas. I reread all the posts on this thread & I made it 26, being 5 from Amanda, 9 from susan70, 9 from USA girl and 3 from...

Can I play too please? I haven't got so much to lose - only 17 pounds to get to the 140 target. But I'm doing 1200 so only planning to lose 2 pounds a week or so. My ticker is set correctly as at today - please let me join in.

I agree with Surfhunny. Try to make each day a bit better than the last one, and pat yourself on the back if you achieve this. Maybe you want to try a different programme to SS for a while - SS+ or 810 is great because you can lose weight and still have some food. You can do it if you want...

Thanks Lily, that article has just confirmed, and given medical names for what I had thought was happenng anyway. I also prefer thin me with thin hair & will worry about it no more.

That's just what I needed to hear - thanks. In my case it also happened when I came out of ketosis and started moving up the programs. I think I will look into the kelp supplement too.

Well done you! That's more thanhalf of the first week done! And you know that once the first week is over with and you have your first weigh in, it all just gets so much easier...

I agree with all the above. I'm also saying goodbye to ketosis and moving up to the 1000/1200 plans for my last 1 or 2 stone. The only thing I would add is that moving up to these programs gives you a bit more leeway and a bit more energy to find a type of exercise that you enjoy and really go...

Please can someone who is safely out the other side tell me how long the hair loss phase lasts? My hair has been coming out in handfuls for about six weeks now. Every time I brush it, the brush almost disappears under the fluff, and each time I run my fingers through I get 2 or 3 hairs. I lose...

You've come to the right place Louise - welcome to spur-you-ons anonymous!

The telephone interview is a bit of a formality. Mine took 10 mins. They ask you what programmes you've done, what your current weight is and about your weight loss journey with Cambridge. Then they just confirm which training day you are going to go on and confirm the details. They also ask...

Yep I'm with you on that one. I'm kind of maintaining at the moment - just to see me through till the end of the summer holidays. Needing to bribe the kids a bit more and have treated myself once or twice too. Then I'm going to have another dash to get rid of another stone or two between...

Good for you Surfhunny - I don't think its self righteous - just realistic and sensible

That's really cool missmf. Dunno whether you'll get on the same course as me now, but we can still compare notes. I'm really looking forward to it.

Thanks very much for that endorsement Lesly. I was a bit worried that people might see my posts on here and think - she'd be no good as a Counsellor because she cheats too much. I know that for my own diet I've been a bit of a daredevil, very much trying the suck it and see approach and bending...

Will see you there Spooky

I don't think its an officially endorsed technique - I know my CDC was horrified when I said I was planning to deviate from plan, but I know from my own experience that it can work. The only thing is, you have to be rock solid in your own determination that you will go rigidly back to programme...

Coming from the renegade wing of the Cambridge 810 club (see some of my other posts for some of my cheats) I would have to say "Yes of course you can". I can't see how having mixed protein can possibly hinder your weight loss. I don't think that Quorn is officially allowed, but I'd have to...

I know what you mean. I've been to countless slimming clubs, some good , some bad. People tell me I'm really good at communicating and empathising with people. I'm generally a really positive person and I can honestly say that losing weight with Cambridge has transformed my life, succeding...

Had my phone interview this morning and I'm going for CDC training on 6th September. Wish me luck! Is anyone else on this forum training too?

Another one for future temptation. When you are about to binge. Go upstairs and put on the smallest item of clothing in your wardrobe - whatever it is that fits badly doesn't do up, and makes you look like an old sack. Put it on and do it up to the best of your ability. Look at yourself in a...

Hi Roxanne, Hope you don't mind if I stick my two penn'orth in here. I started Cambridge diet in April. I've done the 810 plan from the beginning and you can see the weight loss results I've had below. I've found it really easy - having the one meal a day has been great. Regarding savoury...

Always my problem too. I lashed everything with garlic, tabasco, & sometimes tomato puree. I also used those little sprinkle on onions that you can get to dress salads with. All completely banned substances of course, but a girl's gotta do what gets her through....

It can plateau that easily yes. Women's bodies have a nasty habit of doing what we least expect them to. Have you taken measurements of yourself at the start. If so its worth taking them again - you may be losing some fat. Please please hang in there - it will definitely work for you. It's...

OK official info on SS+ - you get 3 CD packs plus one meal consisting of a limited quantity of protein and veggies from a set list. Or you get 4 CD packs plus a skimmed milk allowance. 810 plan gives you both the extra meal and the skimmed milk allowance, which I used most days as I live on...

Hi Lily, Sorry its taken so long to get back to you - I've been on holiday. And please don't ask what I ate - let's just say I took a break but I'm back on it now. If you can stay in ketosis easily then SS+ or even 810 are just great programs. I lost about 3 pounds a week following them (and...

It only takes a sniff to get me p***ed at the best of times. I've become a sad party pooper since I married a teetotaller and had 2 small children....

Some people are sensitive to Coke Zero & it seems to be stopping you from getting back into ketosis. As long as you carry on having it you will keep having the cravings & your weight loss won't be the best it can be. You haven't ruined everything but you've got a choice to make: Either you've...

I'm a bit of a coffee nut, which I know is bad, but one habit I've adopted to drink more water is to always drink a glass of water before each coffee that I have. So if I'm at home I drink a mugful while I wait for the kettle to boil, and if I have coffee out I make sure I buy a bottle of water...

People below BMI 25 are not supposed to do SS or SS+. But you can still do 810. Re the vodka, I'm sure one or two won't cause any harm (I've had the occasional small glass of wine myself) but just wanted to point out the danger in case you were talking about lots or regularly. As for snorting...

Some is fine, but lots is not. You'll have to find out what works for you. I'm a Personal Trainer and before doing Cambridge my favourite exercise was quite a heavy interval training and weights session in the gym. I can't do those at the moment - they make me feel faint. I do the occasional...

Good luck Lynda - we're all rooting for you..

I remember being over the moon when I hit 'overweight'. Well done you!

Alcohol and ketosis is a real no-no. Look at the sticky forum at the top of the page. If your ticker is correct and your BMI is approaching 25 you'll be coming off SS soon anyway. I would recommend a permanent move to SS+/810 (my favourite programmes) where you can have enough treats every...

Drink as much water as you can, then forget about it and stop worrying. Popping out of ketosis briefly is not the end of the world - what makes the difference is what you do while you are out. If you have popped out of ketosis you may feel hungry tomorrow - possibly ravenously hungry with...

When you go into starvation mode your body does everything it can to preserve energy. It starts shutting down non-essential stuff. Result is your metabolism slows right down so you are burning fewer calories going about your normal day to day activities. You can also feel sluggish...

I love fresh tomato soup and also Heinz canned tomato soup so was really looking forward to Cambridge spicy tomato but I absolutely hate it. Told my hubby it was yuk when he started, but he insisted on having some and its his favourite flavour. i don't think anyone can advise you on how you'll...

There is no recommended exercise for the first few stages of CD. If you are doing one of the ketosis stages (ie. SS, SS+ or 810) you should be more concerned about taking it easy and staying in ketosis. If you do too much exercise you will drop out of ketosis the wrong way into starvation...

Still holding fast on 11 today - hopefully will start the final countdown tomorrow....

none whatsoever - unless you count chasing after toddler and 5 year old at home for the holidays....

When you're faced with food temptation, go upstairs and put on the smallest item of clothing in your house, the trousers that won't pull all the way up or button up or whatever it is that you have that doesn't fit properly. Pull it up to wherever it goes, then go downstairs wearing it and eat...

When I used to kneel down on the floor my bum didn't touch my heels - it hurt too much. I used to think it was because I had dodgy knees as that's what hurt, but now I've realised that it was just that there was too much flab in the way on my thighs and knees. It's gone now, and I can do it!

I'm presuming you're Sole Sourcing, in which case it is a bit tricky. I didn't tell anyone at first, but then I was doing SS+ so was able to eat within reason in front of people. If you want to see them and SS you could try things like We've got a lunch at work that day, but I could meet you...

My hubby finds soups are best for work as all you need is hot water & a spoon to mix them. Much easier than trying to blend the shakes. Alternatively as everyone else says, tetras and wonderful yummy choc bars... Do you live near T5? Which CDC are you with? I'm in Staines & see Val in Langley

Certainly is. I'm aware that I smell very different when in ketosis. Other people including my hubby don't seem to notice, but I think I small rank.

OK, hit 10 stone 11 today - one more pound gone now just 11 pounds to go. The rocket is standing on the launchpad, we have ignition. I will be starting the countdown from 10 to zero on this thread just as soon as it happens.....

Thanks for the vote of confidence Minime! Hopefully I will get to be a CDC. But I haven't been accepted for training yet - maybe they won't even want me..... I'm sending the form off tomorrow - will keep you all posted.

OK this is where it gets serious. 33 pounds down and I have now got 12 pounds to go to reach goal. I can feel the losses slowing down & motivation starting to waver as I already feel so good. But I'm going to keep this thread, weigh myself daily & tick off those pounds one by one. I will keep...

You don't have to do 12 weeks of SS - its Lighter Life where you have to do that. You can choose exactly when you want to start moving up the plans & how long you want to spend on each step. Personally I've done all of my CD journey on SS+/810 because I just couldn't face life without food...

To answer your original question, I generally have 3 CDs plus dinner. But I do keep spare packs in reserve and if I get a call from my OH and he's not coming home for dinner and if I can't be bothered to whizz up yet more chicken for myself, then I have a fourth pack and be done with it. I...

OK this is my challenge. I currently weigh 10 stone 12, and by 8th September I want to be 10 stone, which is GOAL!!!!!!!!

Tuesday

I you like the peanut crunch you'll probably like the Cranberry one - its kind of the same but a bit fruity. Personally its not my favourite as I prefer the chewy toffee type ones. But that is just me.

This is another reason why weeks 2 and 3 are so much easier than week 1. Once you've decided which flavours you don't like, you never have to order them again. For me the Yuk list is: Soups Broccoli Tomato Lactose free mushroom (shame cos I love mushroom soup) Shakes Chocolate orange...

Hang in there - you can do it. There's enough advice and motivation on this forum to keep anyone on track. I love these girls. (and gusy - sorry icemoose)

Hi I want to join this great buddies list too!

Well done you - that's great!

I think it should maybe be given to disabled people who can't do much exercise to help them manage their weight and maybe to the top percent of seriously obese people who can barely walk to their front doors, just until they lose the first few stone. But anyone who is able to walk for 10...

OK Here's the result of my monthly measuring. As you can see I measure lots of places - but I find it really motivational. After 3 months on the diet: Total weight loss 31 pounds Bust Was 43 now 39 1/2 Lost 3 1/2 Under boobs Was 36 Now 34 Lost 2 Smallest waist Was 36 1/2 Now 32 Lost 4...

You certainly won't get another 18 pounds - that would be too much to hope for. Some people get another biggish one for week 2, others get a very small one after the amazing week 1. Women's bodies are amazing - weight seems to fluctuate without any set pattern depending on TOTM etc. But...

My favourite trick when I'm measuring is to put the measure round my waist, then hold it at what my waist used to measure when I started. Then I can really 'see' How much I've lost. When I do that round my thighs I find it hard to imagine that they ever were that big. I've also kept one pair...

That seems really sad. I've decided to train as a Counsellor and the reason I want to do it is so that I can support people through something which has been truly life-changing for me. I accept that I am going to have to spend time with people. I think the weighing, measuring & photos are so...

I've been on SS+/810 for most of this time and it has worked just fab. I need to eat - I just know I couldn't do SS. I know the losses would be faster on SS but I'm really happy with the way things are going. I eat real food, I can still socialise and yet I'm losing more weight and faster than...

YAY! WELL DONE!!!!!!!! Now you'll definitely stick at it!

My favourite bars are the Malt toffee ones, which if I shut my eyes I can almost believe are Mars bars. i also love the Caramel ones. I quite like the Chocolate and Orange ones - although sometimes with the chocolate one I think it tastes a bit salty which is odd. I think the Cranberry Crunch...

Had a bad day today - went to SIL's and she insisted we stay for lunch. Tried to tell her we weren't eating lunch but it was awkward & we ended up staying and eating pizza, which she had bought in specially as its our kids' favourite, and used to be ours before the diet..... So another few...

My hubby is aiming to shed a similar amount from a similar starting position. He lost 18 pounds in his first 2 weeks. He only goes to the CDC every 2 weeks. He's done 6 weeks now & just cleared 2 stone loss. And he's not even doing SS, he's on a quite generous 810 programme, like me.

I made some 'cheesecake' mousse last night for me and hubby, using a vanilla pack, half a teaspoon of orange water flavouring and MAM. It was absolutely divine - unfortunately I couldn't keep my hands off it long enough to photograph it. I have definitely got to ask for extra vanilla shakes...

When I eat carbs I always get the runs & stomach cramps. I figure its not too bad because at least most of the bad stuff is going through me not piling onto my body as fat. It always feels really good to go back to CD after a day off the wagon. Then when I get back on again, I always get at...

Yes I love the bars - I have one a day religiously....

I started with chicken and leaves and broccoli exactly as the book said. I also tried tofu in stir fries and made my way through the entire repertoire of Quorn (I absolutely love the sausages). I've eaten most kinds of fish & also really love prawns. However after a few weeks and once I was...

You're most welcome. I love this plan too. Whenever I'm tempted to stray during the day, I can always know that my next meal is less than 24 hours away and it keeps me sane. I've used my 'meal' to have lunch with friends, a romantic dinner with my hubby, a barbecue party, and even on one...

You don't ever have to do the SS if you don't want to. If you get along well with the SS+ and you are happy with the weight loss it produces then there is no reason why you ever have to deny yourself your meal per day. I've done SS+/810 allthe way. I'd never be 'ready' for SS, as for me to go...

I'm off to my friend's wedding tomorrow, the reason why I started CD in the first place. And I weigh 11 stone, which is the first target I set myself (I've now revised my goal to 10 stone). So I'm super pleased with myself. I've decided to let myself out of ketosis for the weekend so I can...

It isn't essential to stay in ketosis in order to lose weight on the Cambridge diet. All that happens if you come out of ketosis is you are likely to feel very hungry on 800 calories or less and you run the risk of blowing the whole diet due to cravings. So as long as you recognise that and...

Ive done SS+ and 810 since the beginning. I must have a low ketosis threshold because some days I eat a lot more than 200 cals with my meal, just always low carbs. I've done nearly 10 weeks now, and after my initial drop I'm averaging just over 2 pounds a week, for a total loss of 27 pounds...

I didn't think I would stick 2 months & when I first started I decided not to even tell my DH because I feared his negative reaction would cause me to give up. Yet I dug in and I have finished my 2 months. Result - I am 2 stone lighter and my DH is 1 stone lighter too because he saw I was...

Crusty white bread for me.... the smell they put out around supermarket bakery counters. I desperately miss white bread. boohoo!

I am sticking to my programme, drinking lots of water and (so far) getting back on immediately (within 24 hours) of any cheats.

I haven't actually done the lose the weight and maintain it bit yet, so maybe I shouldn't throw my opinion in the ring before I've tried it & seen how hard it is. But I've got a few ideas as to just how I plan to maintain. 1: I am immediately taking all clothes to the charity shop when I...

I would really recommend SS+ or 810 as a programme, which I have done since day 1. I think its really great because I find it easy to keep to the packs all day, knowing that come evening time (when I find it hard), I am allowed to have a real meal with meat and vegetables. Sometimes I even...

My next goal is to lose at least 2 more pounds by the end of June & my next Counsellor appointment, so that I am at BMI 28 and qualified to start training as a CDC!

The target you should set would depend very much on what kind of 'diet' you're planning to do. As nursedi shows, if you were doing one of the VLCDs (LL, Cambridge, Lipotrim etc.) you could expect to lose up to a stone in 2 weeks. If you are doing just a healthy eating thing, you could expect...

Would she perhaps be prepared to do one to two or three and have you got a buddy or two you could drag along with you? That could bring the cost down. Seriously though I would recommend the expense for 2 or 3 sessions with a qualified instructor. It can double the benefit of the exercises...

I think Pilates is an excellent choice. It doesn't burn too many calories, so should not mess with your diet level or get you feeling washed out. At the same time it will focus in on your core area (tummies, for anyone not already in the know) & when practised regularly should get you looking...

Over the years I have lost a stone or 2 many times, always hitting the bottom around 12 stone. Just as I start to get a few size 14s out of the cupboard my confidence has always wavered & the diet has failed again. Seems I always considered myself a size 16 kind of girl. I'm now on CD and have...

My CDC reckons they are great instead of a multivitamin tablet, because of all the good stuff they've got in them. She swears by her 2 products a day as well as a healthy diet, and she's a dietician (and skinny as a stick!)

I've been weighing myself every day on body fat % scales. So far I've lost 19 pounds, of which 13.2 pounds has been fat. The remaining 6 pounds can easily be explained by the first few weeks water loss. CD is not just any old low carb diet. The ones that are bad tell you what not to eat...

My absolute favourite is the Malt Toffee bar, which is close enough to a Mars or Twix type thing to satisfy me. But I love the peanutty ones too.

I've done a very small amount of light exercise, mainly swimming and a little bit in the gym. But no more than once or twice a week. But I'm living proof that you can lose substantial weight and inches while following 810 programme. I love my evening meal & wouldn't be without it. I'm...

Go Piggles! You know it makes sense!

You don't have to apologise about the double chin thing. That's the thing which most amazed me about the photos too. I didn't even realise it was there until it was gone.....

You may find you need a new swimsuit sooner than you think!. I've been still wearing my maternity swimsuits even though my little boy is now 3. They were stretchy & I thought they hugged my figure just nicely. Then I got in the jacuzzi and my swimsuit completely filled up with air and puffed...

This is me after following CD for 6 weeks. The first photo was taken on 1 Jan 2008 when I thought I was going to start a weight loss programme. I weighed 13 stone 2. I actually started on 29th April, and as of today (8th June) I have lost 19 pounds.

I have problems with evenings too. Tonight I made it especially hard for myself by cooking two rounds of fish fingers and chips, first for the kids, then later on again for hubby, plus lots of toast, which I was absolutely desperate to nibble on. I did pinch a chip or 2 and one mouthful of...

I'm going to be really naughty and go against official advice. I coped in week 1 by weighing myself every morning at home. Seeing a pound come off every day was real motivation for me. By the time the weight loss slowed to normal levels I was well into ketosis and well over the tricky bit.

Yep I'm with you. Ketosis or no ketosis I still get hungry in certain situations. Barbecues is one, and another, which I braved and passed today is buffet tables, particularly childrens' birthday parties. I used to be well known for hoovering up the leftover sandwiches, sausage rolls, crisps...

I'm trying to persuade my husband to join me on this wonderful diet but he's a bit sceptical. I'd be very grateful for any links to success stories of men (preferably with pictures) that I can show him, or any personal testimonies of any current readers who are men & who are doing this diet...

This morning I went shopping for clothes. I got the zip done up on a size 14 sundress in Monsoon - first time ever - so had to buy it to celebrate! This afternoon I made a chocolate mint shake in my blender with about 10 ice cubes crushed up so the whole thing was like slush. I poured it into...

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My BMI 25 weight is 10 stone 4 but I haven't been below 12 stone in over 15 years. My plan is to SS+ till I get through 12 stone and all the way down to 11 stone. Then I want to do the last bit by upping my exercise loads and eating a heathy balanced diet. I want to start working as a personal...

Most gyms will include some time with a trainer as part of your membership. At the very least you should be shown the machinery and given a programme that is suitable for what you want to achieve. Different gyms differ in what you get - you'll have to look at your local ones to see what's...

Speaking as a Personal Trainer, rather than a diet consultant, I would say the best way to rebuild your metabolism if you find it is sluggish after a VLCD is to start exercising, and particularly resistance exercises to help you build & tone muscle, as toned muscle burns calories faster. I know...

I had a vegetable soup mix which I made into a thick paste with cold water & just ate with a spoon. I made some of the soup mix into 'crisps' - was going to dip them in the 'dip', but I'd already eaten it by the time they were finished. I washed it down with a big glass of sparkling water, & I...

How do you guys manage till 12.00? I'm in ketosis, not officially 'hungry' but I still don't feel right unless I have 1 'meal' inside of me before I leave the house. I always was a breakfast junkie - I miss it most of all.....

I'm doing fine on it - mind you I've started on 790 not coming back up from SS. I've probably had a bnit more than 790 calories as I used up what was in my fridge for my meals on week1 rather than stick exactly to the prescribed list of veg. But I've still lost 8 pounds in 8 days & I don't...

I succumbed to a hotdog at Legoland at the weekend. Completely mad & I know I should just have eaten the sausage & not the bun. But I washed it down with plenty of water & didn't eat anything else all day (I'm on AAM so would normally have had dinner). And this morning I find that not only...

I firmly believe that its your body, your diet, your choice entirely how and when you want to eat. We all have to find our own path between speed of weight loss and convenience with our lifestyle on this plan. Sometimes it just doesn't work & you have to slow down & check out for a few days...

Do you have scales that measure body fat? My weight loss stuck for 3 days in week 2 as well, but the body fat % kept dropping. Then today suddenly another pound fell off!

Well done overweight lady! I'm hopeful of getting there next week too!

I may have lost the plot completely here, but I thought I'd share just in case anyone out here is as mad as me! I'm cleaning my teeth about 3 times a day now, to combat the dreaded keto-bad breath. Ran out of toothpaste & went to look for some more. I found the new Aquafresh Iso-Active in...

i haven't even told my hubby yet - for the same reason. This weekend is going to be interesting - guess I will have to tell him. But I am 6 pounds down already so maybe he will take this as a sign that it does actually work. You go girl, and just show them. When you get to goal and decide to...

The idea of the choices that are given in the Cambridge plans is to choose food that keeps you in ketosis. Only by being in ketosis can you sustain an 800 calorie diet and not feel grotty. I don't know exactly what you mean by 'tastier food' but if there is any significant element of carbs in...

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Thanks for all the support

I started on Monday too. I know its cheating & some are dead set against it, but I'm staying motivated at the moment by weighing daily. I've lost 5 pounds in 3 days! I know its only water weight & it will settle down, but at the moment I get a reall buzz out of seeing it. Once I stop seeing...

I woke up on the morning of Day 3 with the lack of hunger and funny taste in the mouth that I remember from Atkins days as ketosis. I didn't buy any testing sticks as my CDC said just go by the lack of hunger, but I'm assuming I'm there. I wasn't expecting it for another few days, especially...

My suggestion for next time is to go up to your wardrobe and start trying on all those clothes that are slightly too small for you - all the ones that are sitting there just waiting for you to lose weight. If you don't have any then go buy something beautiful in a few sizes too small. The act of...

I was also told not to go mad with the gym for my first few weeks. But I think it depends what you normally do at the gym. I generally lift a lot of weights & usually burn about 350 cals each session in the gym. I'm going to stop that for a while as its clear that I can't support that calorie...

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Hi mylmat, I'm starting tomorrow, weighing 13 stone 3, in a size 16 and wanting to get down to 10 1/2 stone, when I will hopefully be able to break out the size 12s for the first time in a very very long time. I don't even think about being any smaller than that - i don't think I have the...

Most 15 stone 3 Current 13 stone 3 - Day 1 of new CD! Wnat to get to 10 to 10 1/2 stone - don't know exactly.

Im Corioboria aka Debbie, I'm 40 with 2 kids aged 5 and 3. I'm starting Cambridge on 29th April & am just starting to wind down the food & jack up my water intake in anticipation of this. I've started on here already as part of my preparation. I've got about 3 stone to lose - not much...

One good thing about me - well I'm a good singer, and I've got very good hair & skin for my age (well I think so anyway!) Oops thats 3 things. Aaa heck I'm worth it!