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After 8 hours delicious sleep (and much less peeing) I got up and went for walkie with the dog for 1hr 40mins to Chester-le-Street park. It was really nippy out but nice and sunny. Having worked up an appetite I had a brunch of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon with a cuppa green tea when I got...

Sky = Incompotent W@nkers! They really are. Seb's was the pick of the bunch for sure, and with his left foot!! When the ball came to him and the crowd was urging him to have a shot the lads that sit behind me were going NO! Not now! Silly arses, but I have to say I didn't think he had a shot...

Mandarin cheesecake, BLEURGH! I'd rather eat offal... ok maybe slightly exaggerating. Well done on resisting temptation, you are most definitely in "the zone" and, as you say, long may it continue. :D Are you getting excited about WI? Did you set a target or have any idea what you think you...

Hi Laura, thanks for popping in :) I'm really enjoying all of the food. Natural flavours - love it. I would definitely recommend the shred. It is quite intense but the good thing as that none of the exercises last for long, nor do the workouts. Like anything really, the first couple times are...

Sounds like your weeks been good, if a bit hectic ;) Ditto what you said about the water. My contrary body, it seems, decides to hold on to it all day then has me up 4-5 times through the night!! Am hoping it will calm down in a bit, I need me sleep.

So, day 2 of my new programme and so far so good. Definitely not eaten as much today ;) but it's been a bit hectic. Brekkie: Mixed berries, yoghurt, seeds. Then off to work for the morning. Protein shake at 11. Got back home and had this for lunch before heading off to the match: Protein...

Maybe I'm not then, I don't know the whole "rules". I'm basically trying to stick to a diet of proteins, veg, fruit and healthy fats. No carbs except porridge oats. Drinking water, green tea and black coffee. No dairy except low fat plain greek yoghurt, cottage cheese. Don't know if I've called...

Wow, your food looks great. I'm just starting out with Paleo/primal so seeing your menus etc is great for some ideas. Just out of interest, do you mainly just stick to the three meals per day or do you have anything in-between? Why I ask is, I'm quite used to 3-a-day and don't feel the need to...

Hi, hope you don't mind if I subscribe to your diary? I've just (today) started trying to eat paleo/primal. I've been doing SW for almost a year now and it has worked for me but the more I discover about paleo the more I think it's the way forward. I completely empathise with what you say about...

Toady has been my first day of following a paleo diet, or should I call it SW original plan? I'm feeling very positive and focussed now, no thoughts of bingeing which is good, so funny how it comes on so strong at certain times of the month. Will try and be aware and prepared for it next month...

Hi Jo, just popping in to see how your week's going... Unbelievable but I STS today, must've been the de-fuzzing wot done it ;) xx

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Well Oh My Giddy Aunt, I only flippin stayed the same! Totally got out of jail on that one and, more importantly, stayed within target zone. I intend not to leave it at all now. I am mightily relieved but feel I've got all of the bingeing out of my system now and ready to make a fresh start. I...

Thanks Jo, so far so good today. It's a bit damage limitations I think but trying desperately to pull some of it back before WI tomorrow. It was definitely partly water retention tho. After going to the loo only twice on Monday despite drinking gallons of water, green tea and coffee I was never...

Well hello there PP (and LMC). Didn't know about your diary. How's things going? My start to the year had been baaaaaaaaad!

Getting beyond a joke now.... So much for maintaining. I got on the scales this morning and am 4lbs up from last Thursday when I got weighed at SW, with only 2 days to sort it!. I did loads of exercise yesterday (circuits class, and 2 dance classes) and I do think I'm having bowel issues and...

Not at all weird. It really helps when you take care of yourself, I find. I've been laying-in and slobbing about and basically letting myself go this week, it needs to stop otherwise I can see the spiral coming. It all adds to how you feel. Putting a bit of effort is usually the first step to...

Great stuff, thanks hon. New week tomorrow :) I need a good kick up the arse so it's all starting for tomorrow too. Hope you have a good one and not feeling too crap anymore. x

Ah thanks Jo, it was. Still hungry like :rolleyes: I have a "hidden" bar of co-op crispy milk chocolate (like that bint in the Galaxy advert, want to punch her lights out I do) but unlike her I will not just be having one square and will probably eat the whole lot. I wan't it gone before...

Dinner tonight: Salmon and crunchy veg with ginger, chilli and lime and a roasted and stuffed romano pepper (recipe taken from Jan/Feb SW magazine, p63) From the other night: Mediterranean tray bake from "Comfort food that slims" booklet that was free with magazine. Found the timings were a...

Am enjoying them both. The Jonathan Bailor one isn't at all "sciency" despite the title. Well, maybe it is a bit but he has described all of the scientific studies in layman's terms so it's really easy to digest. The Devils Table is a real-life story of an inside-man from the Columbian Cali...

Ok, so 2013 is here and I'm really struggling. After getting to target I put on 4.5lbs the following week and was straight out of it, needing to lose 1/2 a pound to get back into my "target zone". It took another four weeks but I did get back down and back below my target before Christmas. I...

I'm reading two at the moment: "The Smarter Science of Slim" by Jonathan Bailor (I'd recommend this as a must-read for anyone struggling with weight loss) and "At the Devil's Table" by William C. Rempel

A Fine Balance - Rohinton Mistry Even The Dogs - Jon McGregor An Evil Cradling - Brian Keenan Can all be quite harrowing at times but they're excellent, excellent books. x

Hi Chelle Happy New Year! Time to get back into Minimins and the help and support it brings. Just out of interest, how do you change the name of your diary? I want to change mine but can't figure out how to. Thanks x

Hi Jo, sorry to have deserted you for a while, like most, it's been a really hectic time. I can't begin to imagine what stresses you've been going through, sending you and your dad all my love... To be honest I thought all of the old gang had stopped coming on here but seeing as there's a few of...

Well done on Miss Slinky Sammy that's so totally deserved. You've done absolutely amazingly, especially recently in light of all the stresses and strains you've had to deal with. Hope your mum's feeling a lot better now. I got to my target weight today!!! (Actually a pound under). After a 1lb...

OH MY GIDDY AUNT!!!! I got to my target weight today!!! (Actually a pound under). After a 1lb gain last week which was totally deserved I needed 3lbs to get to target this week. I have worked my ass off to get here, this week especially. It's not been easy but by god it's been bloody worth...

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Dinner: 2lbs to go to target! Eeeek!

Lost 2.5lbs today. Got my 4stone award. 2lbs to go! :D :D

Oh yeah, we've had the frost and snow here this morning :( Very Brrrrrrrr. Thanks for popping in. I meant to post again yesterday evening but seemed to run out of time somehow. I don't know where the hours go. I still check my book like a mad woman (or perhaps very sane woman I don't know) and...

Ah that's great to hear. Your dinner looks lovely. Just out of interest, did you get your quark at ASDA? I was in there yesterday and they had none and said they'd taken it off their shelves as it wasn't selling. Everyone at my group's going mad about it!

Just found this on my diary so thought I'd quote you back to yourself: xx

Sorry about the gain Jo. It's always a bummer when that happens and you've tried really hard. Don't let it keep you feeling fed up. Go for it again this week and I'm sure you'll get an amazing loss next time. Can't wait to hear about all your activities you've got planned too. My skinnypigs...

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Great to have you back Chelle :D Lainie I've just restarted my diary http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-weight-loss-diary/272312-my-perseverance-diary.html#post5021631 if you wanted to pop in and take a look at some of my stuff I try to put all my recipes and pictures of my food on there...

Hi Jo, thanks for popping in. As you can see I've not updated my diary in a while. I've had a hectic couple of months with the end of my course and cramming for exam. Now that's over with I have more time...... but still no internet at home!!! With no end to the problem in-sight. I have got a...

1.5 off today. Only 4.5 to target. So close I can feel it. I reckon I might just get there in three weeks if I stick to it although I've been out for a three-course-r tonight that involved Bailey's cheesecake for dessert. Ah well, at least I've got the rest of the week. How the hell is everyone...

Just stumbled across this topic, loving it! Just had to say I particularly like this bit ^ my sentiments exactly.

Oops forgot this bit: Weight loss to date... Barney2105: Target 56lbs: 30lbs lost, 26 to go Sammyb1985 Target 56lbs: 33 lost, 23 to go Jo Target 56lbs: X lost, X to go Andrea Target 43.5lbs: 37.5 lost, 6 to go Alycyn1980 Target: 13.5lbs, 2.5 lost, 11 to go safc Target 28lbs: 2 lost, 26lbs to go...

Just a quickie and sorry for being mostly absent. I've got my final exam on Monday and am swotting day and night. I lost 5.5lbs this week!!! Completely vindicated my gain from last week (which I definitely think was a lot to do with bloating). Have been 100% but still did not expect that result...

Sponsor money from bike ride taken to the hospice today. Thanks to anyone who supported me. My individual total was £492.50 along with what my mam raised from her zip wire we delivered a cheque for £933.50 to the hospice today. Really chuffed with that. :)

Well done Sammy and Aly, those are great losses!! I'm a bit at a loss to explain the 2.5lbs I've put on this week. Nutrition and exercise have been great and I've been in such a positive head space, I wasn't just expecting a loss, I was expecting a good loss. The gain has floored me a bit but...

Got the 1/2 off that I wanted for my 3.5 stone award this week. If I keep losing 1/2-1lb per week I should hit target by Christmas. Going to really try hard this week as I had a bit of a half and half week this week, Fri-Sunday was bad but since Monday have been uber good, hardly any syns so...

1.5 this week for me. Only 0.5lb to get my 3.5 stone award now. Should get that next week. Weight loss to date... Barney2105: Target 56lbs: 30lbs lost, 26 to go Sammyb1985 Target 56lbs: 30 lost, 26 to go Jo Target 56lbs: X lost, X to go Andrea Target 43.5lbs: 34 lost, 9.5 to go Alycyn1980...

If you go to the Chinese medicine place in Eldon Square / Garden they sell the most magnificent green tea which has done wonders for my blockages. You might be put off by the price but I use 1 bag for 3 mugs of tea (not cos I'm being tight, well, maybe a bit) just because it's strong enough to...

4lb gain - fab result hun. Well done. How's your week going?

STS this week. Very pleased as home scales (which are accurate with SW scales) were showing a 4lb gain on Tuesday night. How I pulled it back I don't know although I do think it was mostly water weight. I'm really focussed and back on it this week after last week's little lapse. Not going to...

Still got no pi$$ing sky! Sky are blaming BT but doing absolutely nothing to help matters. Refusing to divert calls to mobiles or provide a dongle for internet access. Absolute flippin' joke! They will be ringing on Friday to "update" which means it ain't going to be back on in the meantime...

Weight loss to date... Barney2105: Target 56lbs: 30lbs lost, 26 to go Sammyb1985 Target 56lbs: 27 lost, 29 to go Jo Target 56lbs: X lost, X to go Andrea Target 43.5lbs: 32.5 lost, 11 to go Alycyn1980 Target: 13.5lbs, 0 lost, 13.5 to go safc Target 28lbs: 2 lost, 26lbs to go

Thanks everyone for your support. I'm feeling a lot better today, think I was just down in the dumps on Saturday due to an amalgamation of things all coming to a head at once and my not dealing with it very well (by eating) just made things worse! I did my bike ride yesterday so am feeling on...

Enjoying a couple of well-earned pints and some barbecue (who cares about syns?)

AT the end (with my dad) Looking a bit chuffed with myself, still smiling 47 miles later :D

Start Nice cuppa (that repeated on me for about 15 miles, lol) en route

ONE DAY TO GO!!! (Eeeeeee, I'm dead excited)

Hi Dizzy, thanks for popping in. My posts are a bit here and there atm with no internet at home still but please keep popping back. The best hint /tip I could give you is to try and go for it 100% and give it your all (by that I don't mean you can't have a spurge etc, but if you do don't let...

There's a spice you can buy that supposedly helps... It's called something like a asafoetida or something like that. Apparently it's put in indian cooking to help with that little problem. I'm finding I'm also suffering with said complaint this morning as I drank copious amounts of fizzy (diet)...

Well done on the 2lbs lady. That's a fab loss!!! Hope you're having a nice relaxing weekend - no washing the car now ;)

Oh f**k me, in the midst of all my self-pity I completely missed Donna's AMAZING loss!!! WOW!! That is so bloody fantastic, I'm so chuffed for you Donna, it's totally deserved. xxxx :worthy:

Morning everyone! Thought I`d check-in quickly as I`m at work this morning, teaching at a local school, and thankfully one of the ladies I teach works here so has logged me on to one of the PCs. My 10:00 class haven`t turned up so I`ve got a sneaky 20 mins to catch-up with the world. (This...

Still no internet at home :cry: and looks like it's going to be off until next week :mad: :mad: I lost 1lb this week. Deserved more for my efforts I felt but it's getting to the nitty gritty now so is going to be slow. I've got my bike ride on Sunday. VERY excited about that now. Wish me...

Still no internet at home :cry: and looks like it's going to be off until next week :mad: :mad: I lost 1lb this week. Deserved more for my efforts I felt but it's getting to the nitty gritty now so is going to be slow. This no internet thing's got me demented! I'll not be back on until Monday...

Have had no land line phone since Saturday and, as of yesterday, no internet either. Bloody sky have got to be the worst for customer service!!!! I'm only able to grab a few minutes at work but have been on "chat" with sky all lunchtime so have no time left. I will do a nice long update when I'm...

If you go to thread tools at the top you'll see the option "Show printable version" turns it into a multi-page document :)

:8855: :8855: Love that pic, you nutter! Some more great, excellent stuff Donna, thanks. I've got ideas to last me until the end of 2013 now I think. Go on then I'll rep you :) Hope work's ok. x

Am seriously doing some assignment work tonight!!! No-more internet. Have a good evening everyone. x

Spoke to her on fb a few days ago. I think the whole V4L thing left a sour taste. I agree with her, it's not been the same on here since. I don't think she was keen about having the responsibility of keep updating the front page all of the time. I said I don't mind taking that over if she wants...

Hi Jo How's your back doing this morning? oops it's afternoon now, :doh: Hope it's a bit better and work's not being too much of a pain. I'm sick already and counting the hours to the weekend. :sigh: xx

Took me 4 hours 45 mins. I won't be doing much at all this week. Promised a lady from my SW group that I'd cycle there with her on Thursday but it's only about 5 mile round trip so will be fine, then I need to cycle in to work on Friday to drop my bike off so they can take it to the start...

Bloody hell Donna, lol!!! That lot must've taken you hours! There's some really nice stuff there. I reckon that sausage, bacon and egg muffin looks like a great hangover breakfast. Thanks for all the ideas. x

Yes that's good enough for me. When I got in from my ride it was just before half time and I asked the score. When I heard Vile were winning I did not cheer (couldn't help a little smile tho ;)) It's been so hot here today, I've been on a 41.5 mile bike ride in preparation for the real thing...

I know! That's a 1st! Did I hear right when Mr Shearer said he enjoyed Fletcher's finish? The world's going mad! I promise not to cheer for Vile if you promise not to cheer for the skunks. Do we have a deal?

:8855: yeah right I'm so bad. Just not motivated to do it. I may have to place a ban on internet for tomorrow :rolleyes: I'll try not to cheer too much. I'll happily take a 0-0. I may cheer a little if they score tho (unless B£nt scores, in which case I shall deafening in my silence)

Nice result today Jo. :happy036: In your face Adrian Durham!!! Was quite satisfied with our result in the end. Even though we led twice and they only had 10 men for the last 15 minutes I think a draw was pretty fair. Enjoy the rest of your weekend (it's always easier to do that after a win). ;)

Mmmmmmmm, crusty bread with soup would be really nice. Do you feel better because it bloats you? It does me but I do love it. Bread is a BIG weakness of mine, I can't say no and once I start. So I have to abstain otherwise I'd eat my body weight in the stuff. Have been on cooking all evening. I...

Well done for resisting the chocolate Jo. It doesn't solve anything does it? Hope you're enjoying the footie. x

Wowza Donna, you have been busy. And I thought I'd got a lot of shopping!! I love food shopping too, know exactly what you mean, although I was very good today and went with my list and didn't deviate from it. (It was a big list tho). Do you get the SW magazine? There's loads of recipes in...

I've got all my fingers and toes crossed for you Jo. IN that case, Birmingham are definitely my championship team then. I think I may be supporting the Villa tomorrow though although it is a close call, I do loathe them both. Just sitting here listening to our match. I should really be doing my...

What's your goodreads username? I wouldn't mind following your reads on there if that's ok? I always hope that a rubbish book gets better Michelle, hence why I always finish it. If you think it's not going to get any better it might be worth giving it up as a bad loss. Hope it gets better for...

Absolutely! Well said that girl! I think that's a terrific result Donna - it's never as bad as you think it's going to be. Strangely enough, I find the bad results seem to crop up out of the blue when you least expect them. When you think the worst it never seems to work out that way (IMO). So...

See, it's never as bad as you think. :D I think 6lbs is a great result - only 1.5 per week which is nothing. I'd be very happy at this stage to carry on losing 1.5 per week until I get to target. I think it's more likely to be 0.5-1 per week which I'm quite happy with. If you stick to it...

Morning Don! I can't take credit for the ppp = ppp it's one of Corky's little gems of wisdom. Lunches can be a bugger and get a same-y can't they? I usually take things that I've made a batch of like chilli, lasagne, butternut squash loaf, soup. I'm lucky that there's a kitchen at work that I...

Hi Chelle, just popping in to register my existence. I've had a really bust July / August, been away and other stuff so not been on much. I'm guessing you're away on your hols now. I hope you're having a great time and enjoying yourself. Let us know when you're back. x

Ooh, I've got it gathering dust on a shelf too. Got it about a year ago but never got round to it. May have to bump it up my list if everyone's reading it. So where was I? Oh yes, Once by James Herbert. Dear oh dear... really not my cup of tea at all but I did finish it and instantly regretted...

By, that Heather talks a lot of sense doesn't she? ;) :) I find my "before" picture(s) hideous and vile but still motivational. I'm not that person anymore so I don't feel put off by it. Donna you sound really up for it and ready to get back on the plan and stuff, whatever you think will work...

Ah thanks Donna. I'm ok now I think, it can't be helped. I doubt I'd have gone further than that anyway as I only just crept in to the 3 stone loss. I just wanted to go for a SW freebie-jolly. Hey-ho! Ah, Basildon was as lovely as I remember it. I met three of my friends and we sat outide Costa...

I've been on such an emotional rollercoaster today and have just crash-landed right on my arse!!! I've just cycled round to where my consultant is currently in a meeting to give her the forms for the regionals of WOTY only to be informed that the finals are taking place on the same day as the...

So I've spent all morning filling in this form to participate in the Regional finals of Woman of the Year. Like a bloody A level paper it was - took me bloody hours!!! I've just cycled round to where my consultant is currently in a meeting to give her the forms only to be informed that the...

We've missed you too.... loads! So pleased you're back. Don't get too disheartened about being "bigger than ever" I'm sure you're not! You're in the right place for doing something about it anyway. :) The most important thing is that you had a good time on your hols. I did make it Bas in the...

I'd noticed your start hadn't been the best. :( I do find I'm looking out for your results now thinking "Will Jo get a good result?". :fingerscrossed: I'm back on the (extra-easy) plan WITH A VENGEANCE as of today. I'm going to commit to completing my diary more now that the holidays are...

Welcome back Jo, lovely that you're back :) Well done Sammy and Lisa great losses and achievements for you. Hope you have a fab time on holiday Lisa, you deserve it! Well done to your sister too. I was away at the caravan last week and put on 1.5 which I was more than pleased with as thought it...

Hi Jo Nice to have you back :) I was away at the caravan last week and put on 1.5 which I was more that pleased with as thought it would be about 3. Have just been to group this morning and lost 1.5, so it's as you were which I'm very pleased about. Myself and another member jointly won Woman...

Lost 1/2lb this week which I was very pleased with considering it was my birthday weekend last week. Am away on holiday this week so hoping to STS if poss but not worried if I gain. WTH is Corky? Or everyone else for that matter? Seems daft to keep updating if it's not being recorded on the...

Please tell me you're another Sunderland fan!!! Whoop whoop! Welcome to the team. Where abouts in Durham are you? Oh duh! I just took a closer look at your pic. Love the carpet!!! xx

That's great Sammy. Love that when you get into the next size down, and you got into some two sizes down!! No other wonder your other ones were falling off you!

Finished The Fear Index about a week ago. It was good but I found a lot of the stock market subject-matter a little confusing and the terminology was a bit too in-depth for someone (like me) who is largely ignorant on the subject. I don't feel like I know any more now really either so I didn't...

Hi Jo, I'm baaaaaaack. So where've you gone then? Well done on the 1.5 stone shiney. That's fab!!! Judging by your last few posts you seem to be right in the zone, hopw your siatica's ok and the physio's helping lots. Come back soon lady. xx

(Hmmm don't know what that thumbnail is doing on the post above. Ah well) Sunday cont... My cousin and I went out for late lunch / early dinner to Chiquitos. Mmmmmmmmmm. Did the two-course special thing. It was so nice. Destruction rating probably down from expected 4/5 to 2/5. Didn't manage...

Lightweight... yes indeedy! :o Anyway, I thoroughly enjoyed my time away. I drank alcohol!!! for the first time in over 3 months. Was quite tiddly after the first beer :party0016: I ate out lots but when I was making my own meals I was sticking to plan and making sure I had a healthy breakfast...

Wow Lisa you've done absolutely fantastic!!!! You should be proud of yourself, what an achievement. So I went away for my little holiday down Essex, that was two weeks ago. I went to a group down there and apparently put on 1/2. Piffle! I knew it was different scales and getting weighed at a...

Ok. So I've had one beer and feel a bit tipsy and have had the hysterics (laughing) and couldn't stop giggling. I stopped after 1 tho so all within my days syn allowance :) I got here in good time, (only took 4.5 hours) and spent the remainder of t'afternoon sunning myself in the garden. SW...

I hope not to offend anybody by posting this. I saw it on facebook. It is harsh (but true). Just to reiterate, these are not my words, but I do agree with them (in regard to myself, so thought maybe you might too).

Ok, so I'm off to Essex tomorrow. Am VERY excited. Am so happy to be away from work for 9 days. :D I've had an awful day today, been spoken to like a piece of **** by one of my colleagues and whilst I can be very opinionated and outspoken I'm absolutely terrible in confrontational situations...

Well done Jo and Ems, fabulous results this week. xx

Finished The Hunger Games Trilogy which I really enjoyed but was surprised at how bleak it was in parts. Am now reading The Fear Index by Robert Harris. Have absolutely devoured the first 100 pages, it's really gripping. Can't beat a good thriller :)

You look fab Mrs :D

Thanks Jo, I don't feel any more amazing than last week really but it is a buzz, has been the whole way. Ever since I started SW I feel like I've been given a new lease of life. :D So I did quite a hefty bike ride today. Am going to post details here so I can look back and see how far I've...

(Reposting from Team Tinsel) I did it, I did it, I did it!!!! 3.5lbs lost. 3 stone award. I am now an officially "normal" weight for my height :wee: I have gone from being obese to "normal", how flippin' brill is that? Get in, get in, GET IN!!!

I did it, I did it, I did it!!!! 3.5lbs lost. 3 stone award. I am now an officially "normal" weight for my height :wee: I have gone from being obese to "normal", how flippin' brill is that? Get in, get in, GET IN!!! As such I have now set myself another target and have increased the amount I...

Decided to have a good clearout this evening and have managed to fill a whole large refuse sack with old colthes that no-longer fit. :wee: Very theraputic indeed... So much to catch up on here... So well done everyone, we seem to be having a very good week. After my little blip last week I...

Decided to have a good clearout this evening and have managed to fill a whole large refuse sack with old colthes that no-longer fit. Very theraputic indeed...

The Fish Week What my friend made for us the other week when I went over Some of the dishes I've been having for dinner this week: From last week as I had been inspired by Dona's greek salads: D-day tomorrow. Will see how much good the fish has actually done.

Thanks for popping by Don. I've not updated much this last week. Have been extremely good with my food and exercise so am definitely hoping for a loss on Thursday. I've been eating fish for my dinner every night since Friday (will put up some pics later), and I'm not sick of it yet either so may...

Ah now then, I'm not going to miserable rainy grey basildon (to anyone not Donna reading this, she said it first, I'm not just being deliberately disparaging about where she lives ;)) I would've made the effort had you been about. I'm going to the miserable hopefully not rainy (:fingerscrossed...

:8855: You crack me up Tina. I am sympathetic but that's given me a right laugh :giggle:

+0.5lb (this week just gets better) $hite!

Nope. Very frustrated to report my first gain ladies :mad: +0.5lb this week. Don't know where that came from. May be previous weeks catching up with me but it can't be down to food this week as I've been 100% and low syn. Hey-ho, downwards I go.

Welcome Alycyn1980, I'm sure you'll fit right in here. I'm off to group now so will be back later on. :fingerscrossed:

They've postponed the bike ride :( :mad:

Good luck hun x

Yeah Jo, what she said!

Assignment done *Phew* One less thing...

You can copy and paste them from here http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-off-topic/212695-sw-award-stickers-your-signature.html Well done on a fabulous loss, bet you're absolutely buzzing after that. xx

Mine's just Andrea Cowie, if you click the link on my sig it should get you there.

Oooh goody, let me know your username and I'll send you a friend request then we can share bookshelves, yay! (I'm so easily pleased, lol). Thanks for thinking of me. I will use all of the support and help I've had along the way to help me through (and the thought of a nice cold pint ant the end...

I live in a bungalow :8855: ;)

Not 30 days in a row, no chance, but you'll do it. It honestly gets easier, I promise. I've stretched Level 1 out for months. I don't do it every day, or even every week. I find it fairly easy now so think it may be time to move up to Level 2. Well done for getting started, now keep going. You...

Hi Donna, here to subscribe and steal al your scrummy recipes ;) Hope you're having a good week. How'd the BBQ go? xx

Sounds to me like you drank your calories instead of eating them, a simple swap, I think that's more than fair enough really :D

Thank you x Have had a great weekend food-wise but very poor exercise-wise in that I've basically done nowt. Was supposed to cycle to work today but when the alarm went off at 6:30 I just couldn't get myself up (was in bed at 10 n'all). Managed to snooze away two hours and was late for work...

I don't show it all the time as I don't want people to think they're being harassed by my asking for sponsorship for my bike ride (6 days to go :eek:). I can't wait to take it off tbh and get my shineys back on there. But seeing as you asked...

Ah, thank you. I don't put anyone to shame tho, we're all here because we want to do something about our weight, in whatever time that takes. I'm not there quite yet and I'm certainly not counting any chickens. Pleased your noggin is back, fully-functioning again, and if you need to spill your...

Heeeeeeey PP, where you been hun? x

Don't be too gutted, a pound and a half really isn't that bad. Your friend's scales were saying 3 weren't they, so it wasn't as bad as all that? I think sometimes you have the write the human body off as a law unto itself, but I honestly think that eating less sometimes means you lose less or...

I wish my boobs hadn't fallen off! They've disappeared! I've still got some weight around my middle to shift tho, so I'm with you on that one Tina. If I could just find a way to transfer it.... I've not taken my "after" measurements yet. Leaving it until target. Hope you're enjoying the BBQ...

Ooh I'm going to a friends so it's a surprise for me this eve. She's also doing Slimming World (phew) so no worries about what it's going to be, and she's a really good cook so no-doubting it'll be scrummy (I may get a piccie who knows?). I'm driving too so no tipple for me (not that I remember...

Me, me, pick me!!!! lol It all looks scrummy Donna, making me crave it even more now (and I'm full cos have had huge lunch) :)

So I made the bns & lentil loaf. Have cut it into 10 slices and did the maths so each slice is 3 syns if not using the breadcrumbs as a HExB and 1/2 a syn with Bread as HExB. The extra syns comes from some pistachios that I added to the top (an inspired addition imo). Have just had some for...

Morning Donna, did you not manage to get your fb avatar updated then? What synful stuff do you put in your greek salad, is it just feta & olives?. I've been craving greek salad since you put that pic up earlier in the week so got myself some feta yesterday. If you're using the feta as HExA then...

mademeblub.com Thank you x :) If you click on "Update statistics" underneath your avatar it will take you to your edit profile page. Scroll to the bottom and there is a place to insert your homepage url.

lost2pounds.com :D (That's 24.5 now Corky if you still need info to update stats) I can see my little fiddle getting closer to that double bar line, only 3lbs to go to initial target of being in the 9s. I have also been shopping this afternoon and bought two pairs of size 12 jeans :wee: Still...

Thanks Jo. I lost 2lbs which I'm very happy about, (snap with you this week :)) I cycled to group and back, went part way on the road as I was late and managed to get there in 24 minutes. The way I usually go takes me 45. I know I like my cycling and that, but it's a no-brainer which way I'll be...

I found your diary at last. Hope you're ok and weigh in went well for you. x Thanks for stopping by Kel. I can't subscribe to your diary :cry: I did manage to speak to her thanks very much for letting me know her email. Such a shame, I'm still gutted! I've been dead good today (yes, it's...

HI Claire. Have eventually got round to you but you've left us all on a ciffhanger... how'd you get on? x

Firstly, well done on the fantastic 2lbs loss, that's fab. I know exactly what you mean about the difference between 1 and 2 pounds seeming huge, (well I suppose it is really, a whole pound of fat is a lot to lose). xx Secondly, thank you so much for you very kind and generous sponsorship. That...

Just to clarify, I do not wish to "discuss" it. I had already written that I did not see what was said which caused this to blow up so I fail to see how your repeating that very fact is helping at all. I just wanted to post about how wonderful and supportive I found her and to express my sadness...

If I have any questions I shall be asking her about it. I think this is very harsh and a tad over the top. I do not know what has been said/written as I have not visited her diary for a few days, and now I never will as it seems to have disappeared into the ether. There was a diary that she put...

Wow your food looks fab :) Just thought I'd pop by to see if you could shed any light on why they've banned Nik. I can't find her diary which I'm completely gutted about and she posted on our team thread to say that it was likely she was going to be banned. I hadn't checked in with her for a few...

So they've banned her then :mad: :mad: and deleted her diary. She put so much effort and time into that diary. I'm completely gutted. :cry:

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooo, they can't kick you off. WTF!!

Well done Sam that's a cracking start for you :) x

Ah, it's just one day Chelle, don't ponder on it. I had a really bad falling off the wagon last Saturday, a right proper binge and got straight back to it and still managed a loss so you can definitely pull it round. :) I finally got roung to making the baked bean lasagne today. OMG it was v...

Here's my weird lasagne. Was actually yum, had to stop myself from having seconds (as you can see the first portion was rather large ;)) Managed 3 litres of squash & 3 cups of green tea today so should be enough water there. Have just had to down a glass of water to get rid of hiccups so...

Another pancake idea (the best so far). Had this for breakfast yesterday and today: Last night's dinner: Off for a long cycle down to Roker and back, hope to do it in under 3 hours. Am going to have a bash at making (my version of) the baked bean lasagne when I get back. Renaming it Spicy...

Seriously lady, wth are you? We miss you xx (Think Donna's got you sussed tho ;))

To use a footie analogy I think you've got this plan in your back pocket Jo. Well done :D xxx

Ooh do you have the recipe perhaps? Am going shopping in a bit (hope you're online) to get ingredients and a few other bits I need. I am so pleased mexican refried beans are free I might have to make a place for them in there somewhere (A mexican lasagne?!?!?!? - we'll see). Well, Ems did say to...

Ooh I missed that Donna, well done and congrats on the shiny too. A day early, so you 8 days this week, could make all the difference too. x

Taking no credit as V4L posted this in the first instance. Hydration Calculator - Know How Much Water To Drink? Gives you at least a guide to how much water you should be drinking. I think I may have to try the baked bean lasagne for my "different" meal. Have been saying I want to try it for...

I don't think it matters if you don't know the syn value so long as you're in control. The very fact that you're putting thought into it before you go is a great way to start. I definitely wouldn't be able to pick, not with indian food. If you're not drinking alcohol that will really help too...

Thank you hun x Yeah, homemade pancakes, ingredients are on post #139 along with a link to watch how they're made on YouTube. The only thing I do different is using frylight instead of the coconut oil. Am sure you'll get under that 14st. I'll be rooting for you. What day do you weigh in? Do you...

Ooh, I didn't realise you'd appointed that thick Geordie mercenary, lol. Sorry, but there is a man that will never again be welcome on Wearside. Was awesome for us in his first season, could've gone on to become a club legend. Don't know if you know the infamous Tshirt at Wembley story but he'll...

Ooh that looks delicious x Huge congrats on the 4lb loss and your new shiny sticker :D The water definitely helps. I just tried that tropical squash today, they had a bottle at group so I filled my water bottle up with it. I'd definitely buy it. Have got a fruit & barley strawberry & kiwi to...

Ah, thanks so much. Have rewarded myself with a nice high-carb dinner :D Cheese and Broccoil Pasta 'n' Sauce ASDA Moroccan Chickpea Burger (3 syns) Topped with Dairylea light cheese triangle (HExA) BNS Chips Sweet Chilli Sauce (2 syns) Have also had: Banana for after weigh in Fruit 'n' Fibre...

Hi everyone I lost 2.5lbs this week. Exactly what I'd hoped for but honestly thought I'd no chance of achieving. I'm absolutely delighted. Just goes to show... when you think all is lost.... IT ISN'T!!! :D :D :D 5lbs to a healthy BMI.... Here I come :D

I lost 2.5lbs this week. Exactly what I'd hoped for but honestly thought I'd no chance of achieving. I'm absolutely delighted. Thank you so much Jo and V4L for your supportive posts, it really helped me pull things round. Just goes to show... when you think all is lost.... IT ISN'T!!! :D :D :D...

Well done Jo. Don't be sad, that's still a fab loss xx 2lbs is a fab loss Tina, well done. And 10lbs in a month, that's fan-flippin'-tastic!! I completely agree with what you say about the cost of gyms etc. Did you happen to see "The Men who made us Fat" on BBC2, Thursday I think it was. The...

You betcha! 100% again today. Cycled to/from work again. Breakfast: Same as yesterday minus the scrambled egg HExB for porridge oats Lunch: 2 eggs couscous w/ mixed veg salad 1 small boiled potato w/skin Dinner: Cottage pie was 3.5 syns but I did leave about half of the tattie. I don't...

Yesterday - 100% Today - 100% (Getting there) Cycled to /from work (12.5 miles in 90 minutes, 809 calories burned) Been to dance classes tonight for an extra 1hr 45 of body magic. Was quite intense as we were doing a really fast Irish dance (that just got faster) Breakfast: "Protein" pancake...

You're showing an awesome amount of strength and determination there Jo, send some my way will ya? Hope the doctors goes ok. Don't worry about the scales, if the result isn't what you hoped for (I'm sure it will be) just look at all the other ways you've achieved this week. Sometimes that's more...

Morning everyone. Well after a bit of a disastrous few days food-wise I had a 100% day yesterday and am determined to stick to it for the remainder of (time) the week and hope to salvage something from the wreckage in time for WI on Thursday. Hope everyone has a great week, GL to those weighing...

Hi Chelle, how's it going? Have you tried squash in your water to make it a bit less boring? I think I've gone through all the flavours and I think the orange and pineapple is best. It's definitely enabled me to drink more. Just ignore that silly cow. Being nasty is completely unnecessary. This...

:8855: :8855: Bad Computer! :pcwhack: I had a really, really bad day yesterday. Not exclusive to but including: - a cadbury's fudge - a caramel freddo - 10 haribo rhubarb and custard sour jellies - a Greggs cheese savoury stottie sandwich (only available in North East I believe, stottie is a...

Ah, that's completely fair enough, one week grab 'n' go definitely the best option for you :). It's a terrible time to be out of work, I've been there too. x

Hope your weigh in goes well. Think you're doing the right ting. Well done you on identifying what it was that's making you feel down. I've been a bit like that for a couple of days but determined to snap out of it and get going again tomorrow. x I've had two taster days now. First time I made...

Ah thanks chuck. It's great to have you back *mwah*. I'm so sorry your head's been all over the place but I think you've definitely done the right thing by stopping all the craziness and going back to something which has, not only worked for you in the past, but that you felt comfortable with...

Well I finally finished The Forgotten Garden (only took me a month, lol). It was really good but "the twist" was predictable. I'm a bit behind the current trends so have decided to give The Hunger Games a bash. 50 shades is just gonna have to wait.

Reading 50 shades eh? I've just started The Hunger Games today so will probably get 'round to 50 shades in about 6 months to a year's time, once all the excitement has died down. Not overly good with keeping up with trends, always playing catch-up :rolleyes: How's that fixture list working out...

2.5 off for me today :) Have had a bit of a blip since :( mainly because I was stuck waiting for my bike to be fixed up and hadn't had breakfast (as per on weigh day), all I had to eat was the box of Hi-fi's I'd bought at group (I didn't eat all of them while I was waiting, well, I have now...

2.5 off for me today :) Have had a bit of a blip since :( mainly because I was stuck waiting for my bike to be fixed up and hadn't had breakfast (as per on weigh day), all I had to eat was the box of Hi-fi's I'd bought at group (I didn't eat all of them while I was waiting, well, I have now...

Websites I've found useful I'll continue to update this post as and when I come across things but thought I'd share some of the useful websites I've come across that are informative, inspiring, motivational or all of the above: Welcome to Slimming World I mainly use this for the syns online...

Food Update Saturday's dinner: Coronation Quorn on Jacket potato with Kale chips My second attempt at making bean burgers: I added some leftover kale from dinner to the breadcrumb mixture (I don't like waste lol) it actually worked really well, added a nice charred flavour. I didn't blend the...

Well done Em, Jo and MummyS....you big losers you x

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Little scrotum's :bighug:

:eek: :eek: :eek: :faint2: Never, thought I'd read those words, lol Did someone say football? :giggle: I'l not go off one one (promise) It was nail-biting stuff I really enjoyed it. The people who are being really critical are just sad pessimists and the people who think we are now going to win...

HI Chelle WD on the 2st award that's a fab achievement. Just out of interest, what are your 1 syn sausages? Ta. x

Oh yes, lots of fun indeeeeeeed :) I think the tournament's been great so far. I really enjoyed the (England) match. You've got some right stupid people ringing these phone-ins saying they'd rather we tried to play a passing "attractive" (not always IMO) game and lose than play "ugly" and win...

Yay! Another Thursdayer. We've been a bit thin on the ground recently so pleased to have another person on this thread to share weigh day with :)

Copied from My diary I got really sick of trying to find low-syn non-meat burgers that aren't "meat substitute" ones. Makes me really cross that they fill them with loads of fat so I decided to make my own last night. The pictures don't really do the flavour justice, really yum (if I do say so...

Although I weigh on a Thurs I haven't had the opportunity to update my loss (yes it was a loss this week :D) until today. I lost 3lbs this week which I was very pleased with. I then celebrated by buying a new bike :wee: and I can't wait to give it a proper test-ride. I got really sick of trying...

:welcome2: Claire :D Thanks so much for stopping by. I think I've been really lucky with the bike that the both the weather's been good (or when it's not it hasn't put me off, (well, except for today that is, absolutely hoying it down and I'd planned on cycling to work)) and there are some...

In reply I would like to refer back to something I once saw written by a very wise woman: :8855: Still makes me lol x

Welcome Emma :D 3lbs off for me today :D Not the 5 I'd (stupidly) hoped for but very pleased nonetheless, especially as I've not done hardly any BM this week. I've just celebrated by spending far too much money on a new bike so raring to go again :D

That god she's not in my bliddy house. That'd get me out of here even quicker I think! I think the fee is an admin thing. Makes me :mad: too as they describe it as a "small fee" on the website and I don't think it's small at all. They do claim all of the gift aid on behalf of the charity...

Sound like bliss to me. Have a great time. x

:worthy:Wowza! That's fantastic, huge congrats. Just shows how if you set your mind to do something and are determined nowt's going to get in the way of getting the result. I bet you feel fantastic :D and so you should. Not only4 the 5.5 but four stone too...Blown away by that I am!! I don't...

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Sorry for being a bit absent but there's a football tournament on ya knar! Disahhhhhster (spoken a la Craig Revell Horwood) happened today. My bike is broke :cry::cry::cry::mad: Kaput. Finished. Gone to the big cycle heaven in the sky (or rather will be going back to Argos and I'll be getting...

My thoughts exactly :) and thank you :D I am very proud and I know she is too, she has told me so, it's just sometimes these little digs slip out. :sigh: She needs to learn to control her biatchy urges a bit better, possibly in the same way that I've learned how to control my compulsive eating...

I had just the same experience in ASDA on Friday. Couple infront had "issues" with coupons which required a spanish inquisition from a supervisor who had to be called for. I was then rushed through even though both me and my friend were manically packing whilst she started on the next customers...

Well as you asked, this is what I'm doing this evening: a-night-at-the-movies (Playing not watching:)) Don't think we've sold many tickets but at that price I'm not surprised! Does playing the fiddle for a coupla hours count as body magic? :giggle: Off to rehearse in a bit so probs be back on...

Note to self: ASDA Meat Free Meatballs: :sign0137: :yuk::9529::cry::brushing teeth::spit: :brushing teeth::spit: :rolleyes: :sigh2: :zz: Night x

Dear mother You have been fabulous and supportive these past few months, and have helped enormously with my weight loss. Why then, did you think this morning would be a spectacularly brilliant time to decide to make a comment starting with "don't take offence but..."? I've had my worst result...

:o:o:o The courgette I had had gone a bit slimy :o:o:o so I made spaghetti :o:o:o. Will definitely do it all again "properly" when I next go shopping. I feel like a right cheater!! I have got some sponsors from work peeps and family although they have all just gone on the sponsor form to avoid...

For one syn I'll definitely give them a go. Thanks x Your post made me go and look them up on the ASDA website and it seems they do a moroccan chickpea one and a lemon and herb piri piri. Have had to use the syns calculator as neither came up on a search. The chickpea ones are 3 and the piri...

Could anyone recommend a lowish syn non-meat burger that's quite readily available. By non-meat I mean more of a veggie burger than a meat substitute one. (Although would be happy if a meaty one is suggested too). Sainsbury's do a lovely mushroom & spinach burger but the syns are a whopping...

Just call me psychic...

No shrinkage for me this week :( I got a STD :giggle: It's what I thought so not too disappointed. Will definitely have a loss next week. No silly weekend celebrations to throw me off course. I'm with MrsLM and will go for 5lbs. Why not? MummyS you do make me :8855: just put the smile back on...

Welcome back Jo & LMC :D Loving your determination and enthusiasm Dex :D WD on the losses MummyS, V4L, Em & Ellen. Fab results. :cool: Sorry you had a bad w/e Tawny:bighug: Just wanted to share this thought for the day: Back later. GL thursdayers. Ta-ra

Gotta love the squirrels :D They do get a bad press but I love the little things. The raw marinara was very delish although I did cheat a bit by having cooked quorn meatballs with it. The white onion was a bit on the hot side so would probably use red next time. The mint was ok too, didn't...

Fab loss Chelle, well done :party0011: Lovely new piccy btw, you look fab. xx

Well done Jo. A friend of mine went off plan for one week (not even away on holiday) and gained 7lbs. Not that there was anything wrong with that as she'd enjoyed herself, but I think you've done fab to only put that little amount on. It'll be off a soon as. :D So tell me, what would Mr...

Thanks Jo xx Nice to have you back. :) Will update diary tomorrow as am knackered having done same ride as yesterday then sat and frazzled my brain with finance stuff since I got back, (and need to be up early to cycle to work) :crazy: Night x

:welcome2: back :D Sounds as though you've had a really nice time. Am well jel. ;) xxx

Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahahahaha!! Funniest typo ever :8855:

Ooh, didn't even think of making my own. They're in the oven now :) how long is ages? (I'm hungry :eating:). Thanks for that suggestion. x :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: I may actually be distraught if it's the caffeine. I love my diet cokes, have had two cans today already but since reading that...

Yeah it's not too clever tbh. I think I get it under control then something sets it off and it flares up again, is driving me insane!!!!:mad: :mad: :mad: I took picture of it last night. Think I'm going to make an appointment with the doctor and if it's calmed down will be able to take the pic...

Wow, wd Corky, that's a brilliant loss. If I were you I'd be rounding up :8855: Hear hear Hear Hear Well done on the STS. You are having an energetic week aren't you, sounds like a lot of fun. I'd love to try ballroom dancing. You sound like you've got your head around what you need to do...

Food today: EE day B - hot water & lemon, 1/2 banana, alpen light (3 syns) (seriously late this morning) L - Jacket potato, quorn chilli, pear, nectarine, kiwi (which was vile and ended up feeding the bin). *I turned down a coconut rock cake that my friend had brought it, smelled lovely they...

Ah, thank you Corky (mwah). I've been so happy at work today (and it was really stressy as we had so much extra to do because of dear old Lizzie's anniversary) someone asked me if I was drunk. Lol, chance'd be a fine thing :8855: Eating out for dinner - spur of the moment thing. Don't know if...

That's absolutely fantastic Sprinkles. Well done :happy096: That's flipping brilliant, well done. Club 10 comin' at ya in the next month methinks :fingerscrossed: x There's nothing slow about 1 stone 8lbs in 8 weeks. Those are brill stats. Well done. x

You do not need to get a grip at all. I think I have experienced a star week like what you're going through once before. Didn't matter what I self-medicated with nothing seemed to shift the pain. It's horrible and completely debilitating. I don't envy you having to travel in the bank holiday...

Something I wrote after WI last week: I guess dreams do come true :)

So sorry to hear you've not been feeling well. Hope you're not in pain anymore - horrible star week!!! You seem so motivated and focused and what better thing to aim for than a pool in Tunisia (room for me in your suitcase? ;)) I'm with Nellylou with regards the BBL. Everytime I visit your...

Just wanted to add... I have not been this light for about 8 years :woohoo: Night. X

The Food Update Post Right. Am going to try and remember my food since that last time I posted about it on Sunday. Will probably forget bits :rolleyes:. Actually just found some piccies I haven't put up yet. (All breakfasts were Fruit 'n ' fibre (HExB), soya milk, linseeds & grape-nuts unless...

Ah, it didn't really go anywhere, it just got infected and the firewall was blocking access. Those who did brave it through got hit by a Trojan Horse IIRC. You probs know this by now, sorry I'm a bit behind. Great to have you back btw, don't be a stranger :bighug: Yeah, if I'm having fish I...

Finished Crow lake. Five stars from me, really enjoyed it and it was a nice quick read. Now reading The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton

... Haven't gone yet.... *Must. Drag, Self. Away. From. 'Puter.* Thank you both x

Ah divvin't cry pet :) I've been an emotional wreck this week too, it must be the weather ;) I don't think anyone had a syn-free day but we all enjoyed it. I think I made good choices but did feel squiffy afterwards (like the last time I went out for a meal, WTF?!!). Dearest Corky, it may be...

Reporting in with a 4.5lb loss! :eek::eek::eek::eek::D :D :D Don't really know how tbh.... This week has been the most anxious I've felt about weighing in and I go and pull a number like that! I've even been scale-hopping this week, which I never normally do but felt this was the week I'd get a...

Reporting in with a 4.5lb loss! :eek::eek::eek::eek::D :D :D Don't really know how tbh.... This week has been the most anxious I've felt about weighing in and I go and pull a number like that! I've even been scale-hopping this week, which I never normally do but felt this was the week I'd get a...

Yay! minimins is back :D Have been lost without it!!

Not yet at 47 but have cycled 32 miles today. 4 hours 20 mins in blistering heat. Arms burned! Am exhausted! Made "barbecue feast" for dinner tonight (made on the griddle not a barbecue - it's the thought that counts) :D. Wanted to do the mackerel w/ mango, chilli and lime salsa...

I have dropped 2 dress sizes in 10 weeks, pretty sure you can do three in a year :D:love047::D So pleased for you to have got your dream dress, am actually excited for ​you. xxx

Finished On Canaan's Side last night, (at 12:30 even though I knew the alarm was going off at 6 :eek:) so that may tell you that it was rather good. I found it difficult to start with, the prose is very descriptive and flowery, not really what I'm used to but I found after about 60 pages or so...

The sweetcorn (I think) as I don't think it's free if you're doing red day. I was just guesstimating as 100g seems to be between 4-5.5 syns but I only had, probs about 2 tbsp at the most. Just been reading your posts on the team thread. You are super-determined, your hubs is right... If I even...

Barbecued salmon is really nice, but sounds like you have it all sorted now :D Well done on the loss. I worked my a$$ off for a 1lb loss this week, but not disappointed as I knew it wasn't going to be huge somehow... The picture in post #444, is that your chicken tikka?

So I lost 1lb today :) Pretty happy with that. Cycled to/ from group which was and hour and a half's worth of exercise. Probably could and should have done more as it was such a lovely day but need to be up at the crack tomorrow as am cycling to work again and have a game of squash tomorrow...

I think you're right not to do too much. I'd even be careful doing the lunges / squats etc as that could just aggravate it. The minute anything hurts just stop is what I would think. I have lost 1lb this week :) which is fair enough seeing as I was out for a big meal last Thurs and is what I...

Ha, if only ;) Strawberry iced green tea was very nice. Think I preferred it to the orange one.

I have a solution... Added a couple tsp of sweetener that I don't usually have when drunk hot. Was actually a lot better than I was expecting. Have got some w/ strawberry chilling as we speak. :D

Pleased to report that I was feeling much better yesterday :) I think I was possibly a bit hungry and that's what made me feel so ill, and because I felt ill I didn't want to eat which was making it worse. :doh: Tuesday: Red day B - 2 Alpen lights (HExB) & banana. (running late again...

That's very nice of you to say re: the inspiration bit. With regards the exercise, I hated it at first but find I quite like it now. It's just the first few times you have to get through then it's plain sailing from there. (It does help to find something you actually enjoy doing too). Anyway...

Have just put a half-day in for this afternoon as the sun is shining and it's a beautiful day. :character00238: Anyone suggest something I could be doing with my lovely free time? (If anyone suggests going for a bike ride I may just have to kill you, lol) Oooh, just seen the news.... Congrats...

Feeling very :sign0137: this evening. Don't know if I've caught some sort of bug. :( Off to bed pretty soon, hopefully will be recovered by tomorrow :fingerscrossed: