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  1. Forever Starting Over

    3 months to Christmas Challenge

    Hi guys. I have fallen off plan for the past 2 wks but going to weigh in and stay for class tomorrow to see the damage done. Back on plan as of yesterday. Hoping it's only a couple pounds on and not 5!!!!!!
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Thanks kamikat. How's lipotrim going? So I haven't been to Sw for 2 wks and know I have undone some of the work but back on plan as of yesterday as only approx 7 wks to Xmas and must push myself to be 13 and half stone by then. I have weigh in tomorrow so will know how much damage the past 2 wks...
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    3 months to Christmas Challenge

    Hi all Well done on the losses. 2lbs lost this week and half a stone sticker gained :) Kittypuss85 - target 26lbs 0lbs lost 26.5lbs to goal* AmyElizabeth - target 26lbs 6lbs lost 20lbs to goal Kuriosity - target 23lb. 0lbs lost 23 lbs to goal Mandlegrot - target 23lbs 0lbs lost, 23 lbs to goal...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    So it's a weekday which means I am following SW to the letter. Yes I feasted at the weekend and have probably undone a lot of the good work but so far just sticking to weekdays on SW. Hoping the rest of you have a good week xoxo
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    2lbs lost at slimming world so that's half a stone in 2 weeks. I am happy :-)
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    So another day managed on S.W. Just another day and night before Saturday morning weigh in. My cheat day became a cheat weekend so it's turning out to be a 5 day diet. Just aiming for a loss on Saturday... any loss!!!
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    3 months to Christmas Challenge

    First week on slimming world! Kittypuss85 - target 26lbs 0lbs lost 26lbs to goal AmyElizabeth - target 26lbs 0lbs lost 26lbs to goal Kuriosity - target 23lb. 0lbs lost 23 lbs to goal Mandlegrot - target 23lbs 0lbs lost, 23 lbs to goal FSO- target 23lbs to Christmas, lost 5lb, 18lbs to go
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Ok. So think i am going to switch to posting weigh ins as per the slimming world scales as i am getting very confused with my scales and theres! So first week on slimming world has led to a 5lbs loss! Really happy. So new weight on SW scales is 14st 2lbs. If i had only lost 2lbs or 1lbs on 1st...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    So it's finally Saturday morning and time for the 1 week weigh in at slimming world! I know it's been working so let's see what this morning brings! I think i may just go for weigh in and not stay for the long session but let's see... will post back later. Have a good weekend xoxo
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    So still attempting to give slimming world a good go. Weigh in on Saturday morning. Think it's going okay so far. Stressful day at work and then issues with the mortgage. I could have just reached for comfort food but I managed to resist. I need to find a way to switch off from work when I am...
  11. Forever Starting Over

    Hello for the thousandth time :(

    I don't think you should be so hard on yourself. You have had a difficult year by the sounds of it. Pick a diet, any diet and just stick to it until Christmas if you can. Aim for approx a pound a week and you will be a stone lighter by the end of the year x
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi Jayne. Sorry I didn't get to log back on. It's been a busy week. Good luck with celebrity slim dancing queen. Hope it is going well. Well done on the 2lb loss Jayne! 12lbs in 2 weeks is amazing! I have no idea what's been going on with my weight other than I put a few pounds on last weekend...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi jayne. Had a good weekend. Haven't weighed in yet but will tomorrow. Off to a personal training session. Second half day back at work and it's still okay. Busy but so far managing to stick to limited hours. Will post properly later. Hope weigh in went well for you.
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi jayne. I only did the vlcd for 1 day. Just being mindful of making better choices the rest of the time. Off to Wales for a long weekend so won't be online until next week. Gym went well and first day at work went fine too. Have a lovely weekend! Xoxo
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi jayne. Good luck with the total meal replacement this week! I had 2 shakes and a meal yesterday. The gym session was good and managed more than I thought I would which was a bonus! Occ health were lovely and have worked out a phased return plan. I need a fit note from the gps advising phased...
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    What is your inspiration? For me it is the wardrobe full of clothes I don't fit into!

    CLOTHES and feeling confident to do the activities I used to do when previously lost weight. My size 14 wardrobe has been moved to the loft but I want it back in my wardrobe taking over the wardrobe! I want fast results but keep telling myself to aim for slow and steady and to be patient. Time...
  17. Forever Starting Over

    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Just weighed in 14 stone 7 and a quarter. That's 2lbs for this week. Hoping for 2-3 lbs next week!
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Well done 9lbs in 5 days! Amazing. Sorry to hear about your miscarriages too. It's been an upsetting and scary 12 weeks and hope I can just get back to work later this week. I have an occupational Health appointment at work later today. The gym is at 6 tonight. Glad to hear the shake the weight...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi jayne. You sound focused which is great and yes I understand what you mean about eating too much on a diet! I may be giving slimming world another go with a friend who loves it more to get me out and get weighed and also means I am not at home eating for that hour! Gp appointment went fine...
  20. Forever Starting Over

    In need of some support / friendly advice xx

    Hi loobielou. Welcome to minimins. Of course you are not being silly. All your ideas about just turning up or even calling the consultant beforehand sound sensible. If slimming world is what you are comfortable with then take that first step and just go back. It sounds like you have a good group...
  21. Forever Starting Over

    Here we are again :-( please let me be loosing weight for good this time

    Hi loopy- look forward to reading more of your weightloss journey. Hugs xoxo
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi jneedham! First of all welcome to minimins! Sorry to hear you about your pains. It's very frustrating when our bodies let us down and sometimes food will be our only comfort. I think what I struggled with slimming world was that you had to eat a food off one list and then something off...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Couldn't weigh in yesterday as ended up at the hospital. Have weighed in this morning at 14st 9 1/4 lbs. It's a start I guess. Now if I can lose at least a pound every week I will get there. Hope everyone is having a good day xoxo
  24. Forever Starting Over

    3 year restart!

    You are not alone and well done for restarting! We will achieve our targets!
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Aww zendognine.._i can relate to everything you have written and will keep an eye out for your posts. Well done on signing up to slimming world. I attended 1 slimming world class and got very confused so didn't continue. I have looked up weight watchers meetings and hoping to sign up. Also hubby...
  26. Forever Starting Over

    Am I possibly the greediest person in the universe? honesty about appetite within!

    I can relate to the above too. Pizza is dangerous and littlehistorian, I too have banned pringles from the house as I prefer not to share the tube. Nuts are my downfall, as is bread, cakes, chocolate, take aways etc. At least I manage to not eat while posting on minimins!!!
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    Help for my wife

    Hi Andrew. First of all you sound like a very caring partner. See the advice above and yes see if your wife will sign up as reading about others journeys may help and may identify what she needs to be changing from her diet. All the best
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Just calorie counting at present and hope to start introducing exercise in the next couple weeks. I am aiming to lose a stone and a half by Christmas. The other aim is to log in to minimins once a day to remind me of my aim and to gain support and motivation. Thinking of signing up to a weekly...
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi rhubarb cakes. Thanks for the reply and would be good to buddy up. I have made it through day 1 of simply making better choices and watching what and how much I eat. No exercise but small steps. Are you going to follow a particular diet? I am aiming for a pound a week minimum. Let's see...
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    Guilty of struggling!

    Hi there. I am aiming to start again tomorrow. Also looking for a weight loss buddy for motivation.I hope we find the support we need on our journeys. Best of luck xoxo
  31. Forever Starting Over

    My life depends on it...

    Hi. So much of what you have written I can relate to. I hope you are back online soon posting to update us on where you are at. All we can do is take each moment as it comes and try and face challenges head on. It sounds like you have a supportive family and bf so like you say it's only you...
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    The way it creeps up on you is amazing.

    Hi Paul. All the best on your new start. I am in a similar place where lost weight and became more active and slowly became less active and stopped watching what I ate so I am back to restarting again. Look forward to hearing about your journey xoxo
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    Restarting Again -In need of support

    Hi all. It's been a while since I have posted or regularly used the support here. I first signed up here following a divorce over 7 years ago, lost the weight, changed my lifestyle and managed to keep it off until 2012 when things slowly started creeping back up and my lifestyle changed. What...
  34. Forever Starting Over

    restart battle agin again

    Hi Lilly. How is your week going?
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    New to this

    Hi Miss Nana. Good luck with your exante journey. I started my vlcd on Tuesday but had a few old packs left from Cambridge so have been using them up. My box of exante goodies have arrived so imagine I will be tasting my first exante shake by this evening. Good luck with your journey xoxo
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    the times they are a changin......

    Hi ladies. It sounds like you have been doing great and the holiday plans sound great. I have partied and partied for my hen do and ate everything and anything! Have stepped on the scales this morning after 2 days of part shake part meals and i am back to the weigh in weight with the CD...
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    Hi new CDers

    HI all. Hope you're all managing to stay on track. I have been off plan due to my hen do but now hoping to stay on track until my weigh in next Monday x
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    the times they are a changin......

    Thanks Jen & Laura. Having a much better day! Well done Laura at the BBQ! I can't resist dessert - I am so bad for it and yes do not share the recipe as bet it was divine! From all the threads I have read i don't think there's much different between SS and SS+ losses. It sbeen a tough few days...
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    Step 1 Sole Source + Losses

    Hi there. I did SS+ last week and lost 8lbs but I messed up for a day after it and came off plan so hoping for a better week. Good luck to you - that seems like an achievable target. Can I ask why youre only doing it for 10 weeks and why you are stopping at bmi 29? Just curious :)
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    Thanks ladies and great before and after shot Kes. That's motivational! Fortunately I don't drink so the alcohol is not an issue. I decided to wee on a ketostick today and gutted as no longer in ketosis! I was VERY naughty that day! Still losing weight slowly so hoping to be back in ketosis in...
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    I messed up and ended up off plan. Determined to stay on plan until hen do next Friday. Heres to another start!
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    the times they are a changin......

    I have had a whole 24 hours of wobble and went off plan. Scales don't seem to have noticed so hope can get back on track tomorrow! Naughty me! My CDC says to now worry about weighing the Ss+ foods on a separate note and to just prepare what you feel is right! I will not post my disastrous day. I...
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    the times they are a changin......

    Yes definitely and I think TOTM will be testing as I usually gain a few pounds. I have 2 weeks worth of CD packs so even more incentive to stick at it as otherwise would be wasting money which is a no no!
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    Help help help

    In agreement with everyone - day 4 was the hardest for me so moved to SS+ as means some actual food even if it is plain. Keep at it. Do not give in!
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    Cambridge diet

    Well done on your loss in two weeks Chauntelle. Have you lost 17lbs in 2 weeks! That's amazing! Can only hope for as good week 2 results although I think I will probably have smaller losses now week 1 has passed but heres hoping! xoxo
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    weighing yourself?

    Hi Shirley - I am weighing daily which I know I shouldn't but it's helping me! Do what works for you. Hope it went well at the dieticians. Can't see them wanting you to do CD. x
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    Hi all. Thanks for your messages - they are always motivating! Well I managed to lose 8lbs at tonights weigh in! So I am very happy. I had to admit to the CD consultant that I had been to the gym 3 times with a personal trainer too and she said I probably would have lost more if had not...
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    the times they are a changin......

    Hi all. I ended up SS+ ing after day 3 as was struggling but stuck to the list of food that were allowed. Had my first weigh in tonight and can say I have lost 8lbs! I am so pleased. I just hope it continues as I am weighing daily and it has slowed down the past 2 days to quarter pounds and half...
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    ******SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE******

    Ktlou -14lbs FSO - 13lbs (-8lbs wk 1) 5 to go Marthacol1988 - 14lbs (-4) 10 to go Mizkirsty - 12lbs - lost 2lbs 10lbs to go RuthG - 18lbs -6lbs (12lbs to go) Xtracute1 - 20Ibs Kirst1710- 12lbs xxmariexx - 14lbs >Monica88 - 14lbs> Tilly -14lbs Lychco -10lbs (-2) 8lbs to go Shirley (aka...
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    I do not like the butterscotch shake! Can't finish it! Just felt like sharing :)
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    Friday couldn't come soon enough :(

    Excited at this stage and yes it is very motivating. I have just ordered some ketostix from amazon but have a sneaky feeling it has begun as have a wierd taste in mouth although this could just be from lack of food. My week 1 weigh in is on Monday so it's only a 5 day week for my first week. I...
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    ******SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE******

    I am only on day 3 so not sure what to expect so let's say as my first weigh in will be in September 13lbs Cupcake* -16lbs ktlou - 14lbs FSO - 13lbs
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    Friday couldn't come soon enough :(

    Hi Skydragon - I have 6 weeks! I should have started sooner but kept gaining weight and enjoying too much food so put on a lot of weight! Hence turning to cambridge. I doubt the odd sweetener will do too much harm as isn't there sweetener in the shakes?
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    Cambridge diet

    Hi all My CDC said no bars until week 2 but when I was throwing up on day 1 and said I felt like I was in fluid overload, she said it makes more sense to have a bar in such circumstances than come off plan altogether. I have 3 bars at home but I am trying hard to not touch them until week 2 xoxo
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    Step2 810kcal Anyone want to buddy up????

    Hi. I am on day 3 of SS and just back on Minimins today after some time. Hope you're having good days on your diets xoxo
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    Friday couldn't come soon enough :(

    Hi all. I am on day 3 and I have been checking the scales too. I don't think I am in ketosis but the scales are going down which is great but makes sense when consuming less than 500 cals a day!! I have incorporated a gym session and been fine! I drank a lot more water in the gym than I normally...
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    Hi new CDers

    Fingers crossed re Thursday. YouTube videos sound like a good way to stay motivated. 4lbs loss a week sounds great - I have been looking at others losses and it seems it varies but everyone always seems to have a loss or a STS which is very motivating! I hope your consultant is right and you...
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    Thanks Carly. You have done so well and it's great to see a loss or a STS in your signature for each weigh in. I am hoping for similar losses. I just want to be a bmi around 25/26 but as only 6 weeks to wedding, I will be happy with a steady loss each week of something. I think you are right...
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    Sole source - 6 wks to the wedding

    Hi all. I started Cambridge this week after ballooning to almost 13stone and a half through not being mindful of what I was eating and how active I was. On Thursday I started sole source. Day 1 evening was the worst where ended up with a migraine and threw up 3 times. I was fine once threw up...
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    Hi new CDers

    Hi MrsMya - That's a great first week weight loss. I am on day 3 of sole source. Had a very bad day 1 but determined. What sort of weight losses can be expected from people's experience after week 1 on sole source? xoxo
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Yessss!! I said yess and omg your current weight is more or less what I currently weigh!! That's absolutely fantastic!! I am starting celebrity slim in the morning in the hope it occupies me and gives me some focus as I have lost hope that I can be the weight I was :( Let's see. We are getting...
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    Starting in the morning

    Hi all I have just been out to Boots and bought the starter pack of celebrity slim with the intention of starting in the morning. No more waiting for Monday as all I seem to do is put on weight. After losing all my weight I have managed to gain 1.5 stone and feel very unhealthy. I used to be...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Divaaaaaaa. How are youuuuuuu? Omg. I havent lost any weight and the boy proposed!!!!! :) So now I need a kick up the a*** as cannot be 12stone 10 for when I marry as last year I dropped to almost 11 stone! I think I may start a new thread in the hope it will focus me and to have a fresh...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva I seem to have good days and bad days re food at the moment but I think I am slowly coming back down. I seem to be in a better routine with the climbing and even attempted a very short run this week but at least it should all help!! The boyfriend is still as lovely as ever but took...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    That's a great attitude. Lets see how the scales fare on Monday. Hi lightheart - I like active hobbies so do indoor climbing so I guess it depends on what sorts of hobbies you want to try. Make a list of a few different activities and find out how you can get involved!
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Thanks Diva. I think if I can force myself to stick to 1500 cals a day I will get there but currently really cant see it happening. I feel huge and sluggish and bloated. I am annoyed at myself for letting myself get back here!! Here's hoping I can find the willpower to get there - I have...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Diva I had a fabulous Christmas and new year! Lots of treats and delights. Unfortunately I have managed to creep up to 12st 8 and a half!!! I have managed to put a stone on very quickly. Disappointed at myself. Started climbing again last night and making it a weekly thing again. Also did...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hope your ear ache has settled. Yes we are spending Christmas and new yr together. I cant get under 12 stone!!! I am getting closer to 12 and a half daily!! I need to get back to a gym routine soon as enough is enough :( Have a great Christmas andI will get in to a better routine come the new...
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    Pcos and metformin....

    The nausea started in week 3 and stopped in week 6 and now it doesn't affect me. I can't say if its helping with symptoms but anythings worth a go. I have started metformin 14 yrs after being diagnosed. What was interesting was I was re-scanned last week and she couldnt see the cysts which...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    199lbs!!! woohoo!! well done!! ermmmm I was 11st 13 and 3/4 on Thursday. I need to get closer to 11st and a half as clothes r really snug. Its totm too so feel want to eat everything. Just staying under 12 is my current temporary goal!! Diva I am in LOVE!!! :) xoxo
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Only lost half a pound this past week!! Its all gone wrong but think it might be cos I am getting comfortable which is not good! Lets see what damage weigh in shows!! Hope youre all doing better xoxo
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    PCOS Ultrasound - What to expect?

    ask to be referred to gynae/ endo - they will discuss any medication you could take or even dermatology if you have skin issues too. all the best xoxo
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    Pcos and metformin....

    I am getting awful nausea with them that settles when I eat - I have managed to put weight on but this is because I have allowed myself to make the wrong choices. I am on week 3 of metformin. My nausea symptoms only started in wk 3 when the dose was at its highest. I think it must be doing...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    at least you stayed the same DIva!!! I stepped on the scales today and I am not officially 12stone 3!!! How did I let this happen? In the space of 2 or 3 weeks I have piled on almost 10 pounds!!!! So its official as of today. I must get to a sensible weight for Christmas. I am still dating but...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    HI Diva,Beth and all others. Diva I have had a sneaky look at he scales too and its not looking good but I did say I was not going to weigh in until next Monday as now it's TOTM I know some of the gain will be attributed to that. I am sorry that I keep having to get you to clarify all the...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on the 2lbs loss!! That's amazing and I so want a slice of this cheesecake you mention!!! Ok what did you mean by M to F. He enjoys mountain biking but hes a comfortable weight so I don't worry about my own weight and he makes me feel comfortable about myself which is a big change. I...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hey Diva Glad to hear youre all okay but its not good about the damage to your house. You seem to have adjusted to living out there! I actually think he's a keeper but watch this space!! :) Well done Ryan on your loss - that's amazing news and it means whatever you are doing you must be doing...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi all!!! Of ocurse you can join us!! We weigh in on Mondays and Im sorry I havent been able to post until now. Diva I made it to 11st 7 AND A QUARTER!!!!! So unfair - as missed target by quarter of a pound!! evil weighing scales!!! Ryan we look forward to seeing less of you each week in terms...
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    Starting again :)

    Hi there. Good luck on your restart and with your exercise bike. Are you following a particular diet? Look forward to hearing about your first weigh in!! Well done for restarting!! xoxo
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    Ryan91's TUESDAY weekly weigh in!

    HI Ryan. Its been lovely reading your weekly weigh ins especially in terms of your delight at your losses. I am an the "strugglers and Restarters "forum in a thread called "new start we have let things slip". We weigh in on Mondays too and youre more than welcome to join us on there too as it...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Yay!! Well done. I love huge salads especially when I toss in sunflower seeds and pineapples. I makes the salad sweeter!! Its good MrD is not snacking which will help you. I always forget you were originally from Britain. How long have you lived in the states? Hope you can stay motivated...
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    I am a new member and i hope this forum will give me a boost when times are hard

    well done on your 2 lbs loss this week. As everyone says take it nice and steady. Any loss each week is in the correct direction be it half a pound or 3lbs. The weeks I lose more are the ones I worry about as it means theres more chance of them returning quickly too. Slowly and steady will...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    I will be staying on the thread!! so dont worry. What does cc'ing mean but forget all that! well done!!!!2lbs off - woohooo!!!:553: We have oth had a good week. Right its the final week in October so we must keep it up. I dont feel to great so off work today but whatever I lose while being...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Divaaaa. 11st 8. It was girly time last week so probably accounted for a bit. I hope I can keep going sown. 11st 7 by the end of this month would be amazing for me so fingers crossed. Feeling a bit under the weather which wont help. I have a little gossip too and wish FB was still visiting...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on your walk and the soups sound great!! Only 4lbs to go this month - I know you can do it!! I would like to be closer to 11st 9 by the end of this month as it feels like a while since Ive been there. But my aim is a pound a week only. Yes we can do it if we put our minds and hearts...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hahahaha - food porn!! loving it!! I weighed in this morning and I weighed 11st 12 and a half so half a pound lost - but its a loss as FB used to say and that's all that matters! Your targets seem tough but if anyone can do it you can. I am still aiming for a loss each week - but ideally...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    HI Diva Sorry I havent been on. I seem to have been seesawing for the past couple of months!! 12lbs must have been a shock but well done for losing half in a week. That is something. How are the smoothies going? I have been doing a lot of activities so haven't been on much but I have kept...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    having a better week! How are you? Are you on track with the 6lb target? :)
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    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on the 1lb loss. Hope Mr D feels better soon! I have restocked the house with "good" foods and yesterday went well so just hoping I can have a week where I watch what I eat carefully and then hoping I can get in to a better and more sensible paatern of eating. Hope you have a lovely...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    I have put on even more weight but it is totm. The books have arrived. I just need to start reading around them to get some ideas. I cried this morning when stepped on the scales. Not happy at all especially when I went to the gym and to a class. It is just fat so lets see how I am after this...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    oh dear !!! have put on weight and feel I cannot show my face here!!! I have ordered some GI diet books as I am clearly not getting it right and hoping the diet plans might give me some focus!! Hope you have had a better week!!
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    new start, we have let things slip

    You can hit your 6lb target and what better focus that a break away. I am sure you will make it!!! x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva. So Monday went ok until the evening when I went out to eat to a restaurant that served no healthy choices. Today is looking good and I must remember to prepare lunch at home and take in to work so that I remember to have lunch - really aiming for the whole 3 meals a day this week...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    ok so have put on another half pound so now weigh 11st 9.5lbs!! Really not happy and only I can change this. I think I need to log on to minimins more often to gain support/ inspiration!! Hope you have a better weigh in! xoxo
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    new start, we have let things slip

    ok... ermmm... so another new restart for me today i hope. Have restocked the house with fruit and my goal for this week is 3 meals a day with apples/ yoghurt. About to weigh in - not sure its good. The paralympics were great but ate lots of naughty food with friends ALL day. Really need stern...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    oh wow. the lake sounds bliss. A week away from technology - good thinking. Hope you have a lovely time. I am off to see some of the paralympics this weekend. I have a feeling the weight I lost is back on. I seriously need to get my head in gear!!! Enjoy the weekend x
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    Breakfast -

    I hate having breakfast - so usually have either a banana or a kiwi - not a big breakfast but more a matter of forcing myself to get into a pattern of having something for breakfast. Still get days were I forget like today!!!
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    Im back

    Hi Shinner. How is the personal training going? Has your body/ muscles got used to the aches and pains. I notice your bmi is 24 and your weight on your status looked great but then I noticed your new start weight in your posts. Well done on your week 1 weight loss! I think its amazing. Please...
  99. Forever Starting Over

    Post Weigh-In Sabotage

    rather than seeing it as sabotage - could you plan that in as your one treat for that week as others have suggested. If thats your only treat of the week (after weigh in) then maybe its not as bad as your thinking? If I only sabotaged my plans once a week I would be pleased!! :-)
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    new start, we have let things slip

    I lost 2lbs!!! No idea how - perhaps because its a late weigh in. Must try and be good for the rest of the week. Well done on your pound - its all going in the right direction!! :)
  101. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well my weight has been lurking half a stone heavier than my last recorded weigh in on here so im not too impressed. So weight gain for me im sad to report. This weekend is 2 days of festivities. Wont be able to weigh in until Tuesday so lets see what damage is done. Well done on losing 5lbs...
  102. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva and all the newcomers to our thread!! Glad youre back and glad to hear youre on the road to recovery. Well done on your 4lbs loss - that is something!! I have continued climbing once a week but the gym has escaped/ disapperead/ vanished - does not exist!!! I had a lovely birthday which...
  103. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    hiyaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. Where is everybody?? Unfortunately I have put a couple of pounds on but that has been the least of my worries. How are you keeping Diva? Are you recovering? Healing? I hope you are. FB - hope youre okay and guessing that you have stopped posting as you met...
  104. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Its been birthday week so there has been a lot of indulgence - will weigh in on Monday and assess damage!!!!!
  105. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hiya. Mall sounds great - always up for retail therapy. You havent told me what op you have had. Are you ok? I really hope you recover soon and are following the doctors orders!! Im away for a few days with my mum but it will involve lots of food so no weigh in for me on Monday as wont be...
  106. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Did you get to go to the National Park? Hope you had a good weekend. Its almost the weekend again. The days are flying by!! Hope youre having a good week x
  107. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    National Park sounds amazing as so does the picnic!! Hope you get to go. You are having a very hot summer so I can understand why you may need to reschedule. Makes sense re your WIs - dont be so hard on yourself though. No plans for the weekend except to focus and get some study/ reading done...
  108. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva Hope your weekend is going well. I have climbing tonight and a friend's birthday meal. I havent been in to the gym though so will aim to go once this weekend. Hope you are okay xoxo
  109. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    I stayed the same. Not fair as I felt I resticted my diet for most of the week but it is totm so perhaps I should see a loss when its over. :-(
  110. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva. I have never done it before and don't think I will be doing it for a while yet. I think you could make that a reward when you get to a certain weight!! I was back at the climbing wall last night as signed up for a 4 week course so thats my Thursday evening filled for the next 4 weeks...
  111. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok so the climbing wall was great fun and horseriding can wait for another day! I am achy however. Really want to check weight - havent checked since Monday and normally weigh in most days so finding this horrible. But must try and resist any peeks. Hope your week is going okay x
  112. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Diva I am still aching so bad from Sunday's gym session. I never used to ache when I was at the gym almost daily!!! I am booked for a person introductory lesson on the climbing wall at 11am and then for an introductory lesson to horse riding too but I am hurting sooooooo bad. Am I making...
  113. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Mean Mr D - but perhaps it will give you the motivation you need!! Yes doctors scales are mean too so I hope everything goes ok. I have put my new scales away now until next Monday as will try and not weigh myself until Monday now as I tend to weigh often. Good luck with the walking. I have...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    its my birthday in less than 3 weeks. Please let me see 11 stone 4 bang on on the scales - pretty pleaaaaassseeeeeee
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    new start, we have let things slip

    okay - so i have bought some brand new scales as all these different measurements are driving me crazy. So my new weight as per my new digital bathroom scales is 11st 6 and a quarter. I am going to stick to these for weigh ins on Monday. Went to the gym yesterday - just 30 mins and I am...
  116. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva I made it into the gym and the scales said I am actually 11stone 4 and a half. I cant update my ticker which is annoying. Clicked on it but it wont go to the link to update. Maybe theres a tech issue. Not good re your tummy bug and yes it will be annoying if the weight has come down...
  117. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva. I think I have sts although I dont trust my scales anmore so may have to consider buying some new electronic ones as im getting very confused with mine. Mine are the old fashioned ones with a needle and not digital but I had to change the allignment of the needle so instead of starting...
  118. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    i want frou frou kindness for now - i shall have a peek at the scary thread when feeling braver!! aiming for 1lbs-2lbs this week xoxo
  119. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva. How did you get on. I lost the 2lbs so back down to 11stone 7lbs. :) Heres to another good week. I still havent been back to the gym though xoxo
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    new start, we have let things slip

    wow!! you are impressing me with your walking/ jogging! well done on the sts and glad you had a great weekend. Its been really sunny here too!!! doubt it will last long so making the most of it. Back iffy so still not back in the gym. Its a good job i walk to work and back so get a total of 20...
  121. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva, the gym doesnt have a pool and it has been soooo sunny so cant face being couped up in the gym. Well done on doing some exercise regularly - thats what i am struggling with. Have bought lots of healthy food so hopefully can start a better diet from Monday. God luck with WI. xoxo
  122. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva I have been maintaining and not really losing. Food has become a comfort again and that is not what I want. Its been a busy week and yesterday was a fundraising event which meant bake sales and lots of cake and yes I ate cake! I havent been in the gym since Sunday. I have lost my...
  123. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    boxes of throntons yummy - remember the compliments and hold on to how they made you feel. Tomorrow is another day and a Monday so I suggest we work hard to focus again. Remember all the miles walked - well time to take control again and focus on food intake. I made it back in to the gym this...
  124. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva I went away to Europe on a diving hol and have put on half a stone. I am almost back to 12 stone but will weigh in and re-start on Monday. Enjoy your meal out and wine and then lets weigh in and try and motivate each other from after the weekend. Did you enjoy the UK? Where abouts did...
  125. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    how exciting. are you going anywhere nice? Any gain will fall right back off once you get in to your normal routine. 5stone is amazing and inspirational!!! Well done! Have a wonderful holiday xoxo
  126. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva/ FB. How are you both keeping. Diva - have you managed to stay under the 200lbs mark and how is the jogging coming along? Well the family came and visited and lots of indulgence occured. I am 11st 9 but I am follwing a partial detox this week as really need to be lower by the weekend as...
  127. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    omg!!! excellent!!! well done diva for getting under 200lbs and on the jogging. I am most impressed!! Just look at your bmi and how far you have progressed - its inspirational. Just keep at it. I dont know if I will make my mini challenge but I still have the rest of April to go!!! Who...
  128. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi all. Been having internet issues so not been on. FB/ Diva - hope youre both well. Well I am back down to 11st 7lbs but this is just the start (she says!!). I have set myself a mini challenge to get down to a normal bmi by the end of this month!! Can I do it is the question so lets see. Diva...
  129. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    omg Diva - 200lbs and a sts - how frustrating!! Next week you must break that 200lbs barrier - you can do it. Yes I have been eating everything in general. Scales said 11st 12 on Monday which is not funny any more so yesterday I managed to restart and had a good day. Hope I can keep it up till...
  130. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    i cant stop eating!!!!!! aaaggghhhhh
  131. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    only a few more weeks of this cake course to go so that should help as theres always cake at my house at the moment. Managed spin class today and went to the gym yesterday evening. Hope youre all having a good weekend xoxo
  132. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    haha Diva - made it home alive but know ive put on more pounds. Wont weigh in until Monday and will see what damage i have actually done and perhaps undone by then. Well done on resisting the pizza and junk food - it appears I ate it all - yes it meant eating out and eating at peoples houses and...
  133. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi girls - internet meltdowns so havent been on. I have put on weight and Im now 11st 7lbs (was heavier). Going away to visit family for a few days so wont be able to post until i return. - expecting more pounds on too - will try and be careful. FB - are you maintaining. Diva - hows your week...
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    My names tanzybear and im a struggler!

    First of all well done for wanting to lose the weight. Have a nosey around the threads as theres lots of support here. We weigh in weekly and post regular on our thread "new start...." so feel free to join us if you want. Only you can make it happen. The second issue is your husband - I am...
  135. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    have put on lots of weight. Off to the gym shortly. Will start relooking at what im eating from monday as thats where the problem lies. Hope youre all well xoxo
  136. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    im not a happy bunny at present but trying to stay strong. Havent weighed in as eaten cake, cake, cake and more cake. My emotions are all over the place. Went to the gym yesterday which was okay. Just rtying to keep myself busy to keep distracted xoxo ps well done on 2lbs - thats ace!! and...
  137. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    they cancelled my appt today so lets see when they reschedule that for probably 6 weeks down the line!! Managed 30 mins in the gym which is more than enough and faced the dreaded scales. I managed to get the scales to say the same as last week and I can cope with that although Monday weigh in...
  138. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hey Diva - well done on your pound off - its still in the right direction so I would be pleased. Slowly means its likely to stay off so keep at it. I havent weighed in yet as Ive been hit and miss with the gym and i have been eating bad foods. Hoping to get to the gym tomorrow so will post gain...
  139. Forever Starting Over

    New and knackered

    well done on the stone loss!! thats fab and motivation in itself!
  140. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Thanks FB and diva. Went to a zumba class yesterday was fun! Good luck with weigh ins xoxo
  141. Forever Starting Over

    Back again for the millionth time!

    Hi Mhairi-Lou. Cal counting seems to be a good way of doing things. Feel free to join our thread - new start we have let things go on the strugglers and restarters forum as we post weekly weigh ins and have been supporting each other for a while. You would be more than welcome. Look forward to...
  142. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    I have to see the consultant next friday to see if im bug free and on the mend but dont think treatment has worked again but lets see. I am waiting for 3pm today when i finish work as meeting family that I visited in the midlands last year, after work as they have come to visit friends up north...
  143. Forever Starting Over

    Dress sizes and weight loss

    Jilly thats interesting in relation to different stores stating their specific measurements. I am a size 14 when im a stone heavier or at current weight and in designer cuts need a 14 - 16 but everyone thinks Im smaller so who knows what size I really am :) I always pull a 14 off the shelf and...
  144. Forever Starting Over

    New and knackered

    Wow good going with the weight loss and running that distance daily is dedication. If youre losing motivation with the exercise perhaps change it for a while. You say you do resistance - is that at a gym? Is there anything else you could do in the gym if so? All the best and keep at it!! 2012...
  145. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Managed spin class yesterday and circuit today although have managed to pull the part of my leg I always manage to pull in circuit so will adapt exercises. It will not stop me. How are you girls doing? I had more tests yesterday at the hospital to see if last round of treatment has worked (i...
  146. Forever Starting Over

    I cant do it.

    You so CAN do this. Join a regular thread or see if anyone wants to team up with you so you have the motivation and make sure you post regularly and read others posts regularly. All the best xoxo
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    Try Again

    How did you do this week? Still motivated? x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    11st 3.5. Some miracle!!
  149. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    blown it!! a STS would be a miracle the rate ive been going. Hope you girls are doing ok xoxo
  150. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    woohoo!! 2.6lbs is fab!! and i must try exhaling on gym scales. This sounds like a good strategy and who knows might miraculously help!! That would be really good indeed. I no longer want 11 stone 4 next week! I need to be lower as I only have 2 more weigh ins to go(next wk and wk after) with...
  151. Forever Starting Over

    Try Again

    Hope it's going well and you found the motivation xoxo
  152. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok so weighed in at the gym today and I am 11stone 5 and not 11stone 4 like i wanted but I guess I should accept it with a smile!! :)
  153. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    sod the world - if you want to expose your arms you should do it!! Unfortunately I have eaten a whole tub of haagen daaz ice cream. They shouldnt have offers at the supermarket - i couldnt resist!! lets see what damage done but have a few more days to aim for that 11st 4. Have a feeling it will...
  154. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    lots of positive vibes is what we need!! made lunch for work - my humongous salad but seems to be working and is yummy. Still sticking to the gym every other day for the rest of this week. Managed to stay out of the kitchen last night too so this week has started well. Hope I can keep it up...
  155. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    thats the attitude Diva!! You shock that metabolism. I lost 3lbs this week despite my couple of blips so I am pleased. My goal for next week is to lose 2-3lbs. Can only try. Managed the gym and a circuit class this morning.
  156. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    youre not going to believe this! the boiler is still leaking!! theyre coming yet again on tuesday but im not getting stressed about it - theres little i can do. Spent the day in cheshire oaks shopping and spending too much money but i did go to the gym for half an hour this morning. Downside I...
  157. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well an engineer came again yesterday and i think the boiler is now finally leak free. so thats can finally be ticked off my to do list. I have to do some work this weekend but also want to go in to the city centre and browse through the shops and i need to go and buy some lettuce and cucumber :D
  158. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi all. I am so glad its friday. Nothing planned apart from the fact I need to do a few hours work this weekend and focus on not over -eating. Really want at least a 2lb loss by Monday but ideally want more!! If can focus until Monday I know it can happen - I guess I just have to want it enough...
  159. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    i like the motto diva and well done for losing a pound and a bit! It all counts. I did NOT resist food - we more or less had a picnic in the cinema but this did become my evening meal so didnt do too much damage.... i think and hope. What I did notice is that the calories are displayed...
  160. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok so dropped the weekend away gain as had gone up to 11st 12 upon return and finally lost a pound on top so 11st 9lbs. Not great but gotta aim for 2lbs next week as things are a little slow and its all down to food. Im off to the cinema this evening and i will resist cinema food tonight x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    yes complicated but almost non- existent. POtential men that turn out as not potentials but what is good is that i seem to be seeing the potentials so who knows this could be the year. Someone right might just pop along. I agree totally re the support - would be great. Tonight Im meeting one of...
  162. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi girls. Well i managed a circuit class this morning in the early hours and have made myself have some porridge. Hoping actually having breakfast might keep me on track. My problem is the evening more than the morning. Cake decorating class - good news - we will be using a dummy cake to...
  163. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok that makes sense and sounds sensible - thats a lot of walking but like you say it works - i am impressed. I managed the gym yesterday evening and went to a spinning class this morning. But i know for me its the food so re-starting food diary to make sure i watch what i eat. I am on 2 weight...
  164. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    can i ask a question re your walking? how much walking do you both do per day? Had a very stressed out day yesterday which is looking like it will become a stressful week but just gonna take each day as it comes. Need to get back in to the gym but that doesnt seem to be happening but will think...
  165. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi girls - fab weekend - lots of walking, even did some gym, spa and spa treatments but wait for it... tonnes and tonnes of food so guess what? 2lbs gain!!!! Not great but I guess could have been worse. Im sure it will come off if im sensible this week. Also tried archery in the freezing cold...
  166. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi girls. Im off away for the weekend and know its going to be filled with tonnes of food that I wont be able to resist. Its the first break ive had in a long time so Im not gonna worry too much and enjoy my time there. Will post damage upon return :)
  167. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    good goal to work towards for end of february and all the best wish the portion control and cal counting. Any ideas on the sort of outfit youre gonna get? Took a day off the gym today as was aching too much. Hoping to go tomorrow. Lets see. Hope both your weeks are going well xoxo
  168. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    the 1lbs club has always been our motto so well done. I stuck to the correct foods yesterday and so far so good today too. Off to the gym shortly. Diva - where art thou? xoxo
  169. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well done fb. I return to work tomorrow so hopefully will get back in to a routine. Managed the gym yesterday and today which im pleased about. Foodwise it all went wrong so restarted today - heres hoping x
  170. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    yes i meant january - oops. Well done on the kettlebell class. Diva well done on the walking and yes i hope its as addictive as chocolate for you. I managed a good day foodwise with no exercise today. Feeling quite sad this evening but unsure why and also need to wait and speak to someone at the...
  171. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    managed a swim and a short session in the gym last night and felt better for it. Hope I can reach 11stone 7lbs by the 10th January. Hope youre all well xoxo
  172. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi all. the enthusiasm and motivation on the threads can be felt. Hope we can stick to it and look to each other for our continued support. Diva I am impressed with just 3lbs as long as you enjoyed the festive season :) Well done on completing your fun walk also. I managed to be good foodwise...
  173. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Well foodwise I didnt do too great yesterday but I did manage to get in to the gym but ended up paying a personal trainer to train me as I think I would have left after 15 mins. It kept me there for a full hour so I was pleased. He didnt push me but I worked harder than I would have done if had...
  174. Forever Starting Over

    today is the day for a new start

    me too. Happy New Year. Feel free to send me words of encouragement and dissapointment if you see my weight creeping up as it has done over the past 2 weeks. Annoyed at self as only self to blame. All the best to you all xoxo
  175. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Happy New Year to you all. Hope 2012 is the year for all of us. FB Not 12 stone but almost. 11stone 10lbs!!! My New Years start weight. I think some of it will come off quickly but had a feeling I would put on a bit. Just a few more days and I can return to the gym> I am still off sick for...
  176. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on the kettlebell class and walking and yes my weights going up and have a sneaky feeling will be back up there. Will try not to but lack of exercise isnt helping and just eating. I was still under 12stone this morning but not far from it - lets see what happens. I am sure you will get...
  177. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi dublin rose - hope you find the support you need through the forums. Feel free to join us. Danielle - I feel we are all lovely in the thread too :). Me and FB have had our regular thread going for a few years now and sometimes wipe it clear and start the thread from scratch each year but it...
  178. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Wii Gym Bunny. Of course you can join us. I tend to stick to the gym and a cal controlled diet when well enough to follow things properly. I wont be able to get back in to the gym for approx 2 weeks but im hoping to be focused when i can get back to it. Dont be so hard on yourself re your...
  179. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    weight up again and no doubt will differ again by next week. hope your both doing ok xoxo
  180. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    yes my weights going up and down as it pleases at present but not focusing too much on it. I will finish treatment by 3am tonight - cant wait for tomorrow when no more crazy amount of drugs. Can also eat fruit from tomorrow - wasnt allowed fruit for 2 weeks cos of 1 of the drugs!!! fruit...
  181. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    happy Christmas to you both. Hope you have one thats full of joy and blessings. Sorry for not being on - been feeling quite sickly cos of the treatment and only just felt up to turning the laptop on. 3lbs leeway sounds sensible and do-able fb so you should still be able to enjoy. Diva - how are...
  182. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    got my scales back so i am happier and managed 20 mins in gym - not much but something and got me out of the house for a short while. Hope youre both ok xoxo
  183. Forever Starting Over

    weightwatchers scales vs wii fit

    all scales vary differently. In my experience of WW scales they are a couple pounds heavier than several other brands. My home scales are 5lbs different from WW scales and 2 pounds different to the gym scales. The key I guess is stick to the same scales and follow the loss as the loss will be...
  184. Forever Starting Over

    Your reasons for losing weight??

    Some reasons I am ceratin about but some I had to think about. I think these are my reasons 1) so i dont feel disgusted when I look in the mirror 2) to aid in my journey of self belief and self confidence 3) to be happy in the clothes I wear 4) to give me confidence around guys 5) health I am...
  185. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Not happy not having my scales in the house :( no idea how much more i have put on. hope youre all doing ok. FB enjoy your meal tonight :)
  186. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    a before and after shot would be great and your outfit sounds great. My friend came round last night and guess what we ate and ate!! and i have actually eaten a proper breakfast - these drugs are making me hungry but guess what else - guess what my mean friend did!!? she took my scales away...
  187. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    had a better day so far foodwise - managed to stick to approx 1500cals. I have been exceeding 2500 for the past few days so hoping can have a repeat of today again tomorrow. Couldnt make it to the gym first thing - really wasnt well enough and I have a feeling I might not be able to go now until...
  188. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Can't stop eating in the short durations I can eat. Think I've put on 5 lbs so far!! Not officially weighing in until treatment over. Kind of sad but can't control it :-( will be really upset if return to 12stone so will tryyyyy and stop making bad choices xoxo ps I'm msging from my phone so...
  189. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    will you continue going to weigh ins and classes?
  190. Forever Starting Over

    So i reached my goal

    First of all well done on your achievement. Secondly how about increasing to 2000 cals to start with for a few weeks and see how that works for your body rather than jumping straight to 2500 cals. In relation to the weights I personally think you should continue but you could reduce it down or...
  191. Forever Starting Over

    Sleep vs exercise

    I still have a long way to go on my journey. Your loss is inspiring. All the best :) xoxo
  192. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    sounds like a good plan. Enjoy Saturday night :)
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    Oh dear :(

    Have you tried stores like New Look> i know some of their branches have nice stuff in 18+ and perhaps places like sainsburys/asda - i know their ranges are nice and I am sure I have seen up to a size 24. I would agree with that little bit in terms of any loss is good and would be good to hold...
  194. Forever Starting Over

    lower fat cheese

    I use sainsburys be good to yourself cheese range. I think they taste fine.
  195. Forever Starting Over

    Sleep vs exercise

    thats great. Sometimes you have to listen to your body as there will be a reason for it. Glad to hear your looking forward to it xoxo
  196. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Ok so I have finally started the treatment today for 14 days so I'm going to have to try and eat sensibly. Will keep posting. FB, Diva- hope you have had good weekends xoxo
  197. Forever Starting Over

    binge eating

    Hi there. I havent read the book and yes tomorrow is another way. I take it youre not doing lipotrim as per your information bar? Did you manage it for a few weeks. I remember trying it a couple of years back and lasted about 3 days as blacked out too many times as couldnt actually drink all...
  198. Forever Starting Over

    ok i know its naughty but who weighs themselves daily

    i weigh daily too. My gym scales do body fat percentage simply by standing on the scales barefoot. I dont know how accurate they are but the body fat has been coming down very slowly. It is still scarily high though.
  199. Forever Starting Over

    Sleep vs exercise

    i agree with trw but also might the exercise help relieve the stress even for the moments you are exercising? sorry this doesnt help but I find exercise is important. Is there no way you can fit a shorter amount in even 30 mins without jeopardising your sleep? xoxo
  200. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Shini - thanks. I hope it finally works this time too as just fed up. Well done on your loss with cambridge and its great that youre coming to the end of your journey. I am 3lbs away from no longer being classed as overweight. I have done alsorts to lose to be honest but im a regular gym...
  201. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    So what brings you here Shini? Are you losing weight, maintaining etc? x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    went for the appt, had prescription in hand finally, pharmacy say they dont have 1 of the drugs in stock and needs ordering. Should arrive on Monday. Really fed up :(
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    *sigh* Head against a brick wall?

    Hi Ruth - I understand exactly what youre going through and it has taken me years of losing half a stone then putting it on then losing a stone and then putting it back on to get to the stage where I am now. How about finding a buddy or a regular thread on here. It has worked for me and...
  204. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok so i ate the contents of the house last night like you do!! so have undone some of my hard work but these things happen i guess. Two more days to start treatment and I think they will weigh me on Friday at the hospital too - what joys. Was sat in bed with laptop reminiscing and looking...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hi girls - thanks for your words. they always help. Not finding this fish but must be patient :) hourglass hannah - your running regime sounds a little like the couch to 2k or 5k programme. Im guessing theres lots of different names. Hope its going well. Diva I spoke to him last night as felt I...
  206. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    thanks fb - i think clothes are the best indicator as I got rid of most of my bigger clothes so I know immediately when things start to become tighter so I know I have to cut back. I think the gym probably also helps both physically and mentally. I have had 2 days of eating but unfortunately it...
  207. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    u know me so well!! it was the maple syrup/lemon detox diet but im doing it for some of the meals rather than total detox. Actually managed it yesterday. Im a little annoyed today. was getting to become good friends with someone I met a couple months back ....... so I guess its time to cool off...
  208. Forever Starting Over

    Self Destruct

    Hey there. I am not going to tell you what you want as per your previous post but know that we all have blips and yes sometimes they are hard to snap out. In such situations maybe its time to look at why you want to lose weight in the first place. Where did that original motivation and hard work...
  209. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    hi hourglass hannah. Glad you found some motivation through our posts and all the best with your c25k challenge. What exactly does it involve? FB, Diva - the detox day didnt last as expected but hey ho. enjoy the weekend x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    oh wow!! that is tiny!! a personal shopper sounds great and yes I agree with Diva keep an eye out for the sales and go mad!!! I think i will always be a 14 - perhaps a 12/14 but im happy being a 14 cos of my build as long as I can lose some of the flab. Diva - well done on the 17.5 miles. I ate...
  211. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    goal of 24.9 bmi then? mmm cake and a brew - sounds perfect. I guess you can in moderation. Have you had to buy a new wardobe? how exciting :)
  212. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    omg thats amazing and cant believe that one of us has actually made it!!! well done and yes a couple pounds extra will allow you to indulge a little over the festive period!! well done and hope you dont forget us and keep posting - dont leaaaavvvvveeeee meeeeee!!! lol!! I actually think we may...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    :553:woohoo!!!! well done :talk017::party0038:
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hi guys. hope youre both okay. Unfortunately the last round of treatment hasnt worked on my infection so in 2 weeks i start more treatment. Not sure if weightloss will be maintained as the majority of it has been while ive been feeling sicky but I would like to set myself a mini challenge to...
  215. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    oh diva - your description of your bottom looking like your sofa made me laugh. i am sure you will fix it in no time and I doubt its shaped like your sofa!! :) Good to hear youre on the mend and now you can focus on fully recovering and i am sure the weight will begin to come off again. FB hope...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    HI all Diva how are you? Hows the bedd rest and hope you are on the road to recovery and Mr D is looking after you well. FB - well done - only 3lbs to goal is fab. I am changing my goal as feel I should aim for around bmi 24 - havent quite sussed it out yet but will do at some point. I have...
  217. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    had an awful weekend - hit the sweet stuff by the bucket load. lets see how much damage ive done at the next weigh in :(
  218. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    thanks Diva. Another pound off so its still going in the right direction. How are you managing? I AM that girl that sneaks peeks all the time!!! FB - where art thou? xoxo
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hey there diva - yes i got annoyed with my computer as it lost my long message. Hope you enjoyed your pizza yesterday and hope you get the 1lb off you want. My weigh in this week will be wednesday. Would like 2 lbs by then if possible. Its totm so that may mess up the reading but lets see. Well...
  220. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    wrote a long message but lost it so to cut a long story short i lost half a pound only this week. hope youre all well!! x
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi all Diva have you had your op? Hope youre recovering well if you have. Something crazy happened last week - I exercised 7 times last week!!! Thats just pure crazy! have a new 6am gym friend thats motivating me and only trains at 6am which means im going along with it. Still a long way to go...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    well done - 4lbs is fab! I lost 3 this past week at the gym weigh in. It means my weigh in day has changed but I can live with that for a while. Hope youre all keeping well x
  223. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    its good you had a good weekend and guessing this means you put a little on. I am still off from work this week so the dance class didnt happen but the intentions were good. Its girly time so been eating things I shouldnt be eating and know I have put on but has to be expected I guess. I weighed...
  224. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    hey Diva - well done on the low fat brekkie and please can you come and do my floors next? :p I am going to try and get in to the gym on Monday so they can weigh me as that way I can stick to the Monday weigh ins. I have also found a salsa/ latin dance class on Monday nights and really going to...
  225. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    ok i have signed up to the 6 week weight loss challenge in the gym. You have to lose an average of 2lbs a week over the 6 weeks for the duration as part of the rules - hope it motivates me to lose at least a pound a week and have to attend gym twice and do 2 classes each week. Seems daunting but...
  226. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    WOW!!! Let them eat cake indeed!! well done - thats willpower. I would have kept them all at home! Yes I know where you are coming from with a challenge and with the festive season approaching its going to be hard. I am sat in bed with laptop and box of chocolates!! I have no excuse!! What will...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hiya. Diva I can understand where youre coming from re social occasions and also with your pending procedure the weight loss may be the least of your worries. In relation to the social side - perhaps try and stick to the healthier options if there are any!! easier said than done and wish i...
  228. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    Hiya. Diva I can understand where youre coming from re social occasions and also with your pending procedure the weight loss may be the least of your worries. In relation to the social side - perhaps try and stick to the healthier options if there are any!! easier said than done and wish i...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    had my personal trainer come home to do very gentle core exercise and he stretched things out which really helped. he weighed me too and I was 12st and a quarter!! Not 12st - not 12.5st BUT 12.25!!! Not funny. Only managed a cereal bar and a square of chocolate so far but going to go down and...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Diva. it is a difficult situation but i feel you should try and do a little walking if youre up to it even if your procedure will require complete rest. the calorie counting sounds sensible to keep things under control. Hope everything goes ok. I have been going to the gym even whilst ill...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    thanks for the motivation all re dealing with health issues first. I went to see the doc this week and see the consultant next week. I look 6 months pregnant cos my tummy is so bloated most of the day but hopefully this will settle. Ok a size 8 FB!!!! I dont know if youre allowed on this thread...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    Hi Shini and LinzLinz Hope you enjoyed our ups and downs and feel free to join in our posts. All the best with your journeys. FB, Diva - I am struggling!! I think I should not be worrying about my weight while im on the treatment (5 days to go) as i am really eating and eating in the evenings...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hi all. Hope youre all doing ok. Diva - hope you can get back on track - we have all been there but hopefully we can do better for Christmas. Hope your day surgery goes ok - hope its nothing too serious. I had some more tests 3 weeks ago and im still positive for the tummy infection i had...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    i just want my health to be better as its been one infection after the next. Hope youre well fb. Has Diva not been on lately? I hope shes ok. Im off food in general at the moment so possibly losing but doesnt really count if that makes sense as will just pile it back on well feeling a lil...
  235. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on sts - i would have happily put weight on in london! i have not been too good - AGAIN!!! they now tell me I have also been dealing with glandular fever but as ive been ill anyway I thought it was the other infection I was contending with. I now have yet another not so nice infection...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    FOUR POUNDS!!!!! wahey :party0011: well done you!!! well the food has not been great but dont think i have done much damage. I have adjusted my scales to match the gym as i wont be going to the gym this coming month cos of the fasting so i am unsure what my weight actually is. i am very...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hi guys. hope youre all okay. diva what detox are you hoping to do? sounds like torture!! sts is all good. I dont feel as toned as I was last year but i am still approx half a stone heavier so I might get there. Ramadan and fasting starts for me from August. The fasts are going to be very...
  238. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    I weighed in at 11st 13lbs on my birthday morning but have been indulging since and will be until the weekend is over. I will be good again from Monday and will post a post-birthday weight as a new starting point. Hope youre both ok x
  239. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    so multiple fruits turned in to something else i.e. not eaten raw need a syn value. I think I get it. I am expecting a gigantic gain by tomorrow. Wallpaper done. New bed arrived. not managed to finish application but hey ho. Feeling a little less stressed. The wardobe people are coming on...
  240. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    how can rhubarb be bad for you?
  241. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    thanks viva and fb. You guys inspire me that we can keep trying re our weight loss journey and thats all we can do. i am expecting a gain this week. It was a friends birthday last night so we went out to eat altho I didnt eat much but I happily devoured the slice of choc cake at the end. I have...
  242. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    STS!!! it seems like we have all hit a blip. i think its girly time in the next few days for me but I can only put it down to all the food I have been consuming. I have been having a nightmare as I have bought fitted wardrobes and a chest and bedside cabinets and went to the most expensive...
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    new start, we have let things slip

    hope you're both doing ok x
  244. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    thanks fb and diva. I have had to phone in sick as i feel so unwell and nauseated all day. Went in to work yesterday but really struggled so decided enoughs enough as I need to get better. I feel so off all day but by the evening im starving so end up eating lots. Well done FB for getting under...
  245. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    well done on the losses girls. I have finally been diagnosed with an infection in my tummy after 6 months of discomfort. had to have an endoscopy where they put a tube with a camera down throat into tummy to have a look round. They said it looked clear. Unfortunately they forgot to take the...
  246. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    i report a half a pound loss for the week. I can live with that seeing as I did really badly with the food this week. I am hoping for at least a pound by next Monday. Trying to refocus. Hope you all have losses to report xoxo
  247. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    i like the food is just fuel mantra but food is so comforting is nice too. well done on resisting the baking - very dangerous indeed. Hope we all get some losses this week. its not looking like im headed for a loss but its not monday yet so theres still time x
  248. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    foodwise I have ruined it but have personal training in the morning so hopefully that will give me a boost for Mondays weigh in. Hope youre all doing ok.
  249. Forever Starting Over

    new start, we have let things slip

    12stone 3lbs!! so appear to be going back in the right direction. Lets hope it lasts. Week off is tiring so far as had to empty the bedroom as getting fitted furniture put in but this has meant the whole house is now a mess as my bedroom is big and i clearly have too much stuff including...
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