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Urghh, I hate TOTM. My whole body just swells up. Hope things are going well Bonkers!! :)x

Well done on losing those centimetres, I find that's more of a boost than the pounds! :)x

Your market trip sounds wonderful. I wish I had something similar nearby. As for the quorn, sorry but I can't stand the stuff! Yuck! ;) I hope you get some answers from the doctor, even if his bedside manner is somewhat lacking, it's reassuring he's exploring all possibilities first. x

Don't beat yourself up too much. Good idea to stock up on supplies :)

I haven't been very good at updating my diary or checking in on other people, but things are a bit crazy at the moment. We are trying to move house and plan for the wedding - all very exciting, but also time consuming! At the moment we live in a really lovely Victorian terrace, with lots of...

Official weigh in day tomorrow after 1 week on the diet.....so far I've lost 5lbs...:scale:

Is Pog baby the little hedgehog in your profile pic? So cute! I love brussel sprouts, but don't think I've tried frozen ones before (and don't think I will after the review above :) ) What site did you use to order your meat, does it work out cheaper than supermarkets as you're buying in bulk?

3 days of attack are done! I've managed to lose 5lbs, but let's see what happens when I start to introduce vegetables. Day 1 - Cruise - PV B - chocolate Dukan porridge (love this!), ff yogurt L - venison sausage, scrambled eggs & roasted tomatoes D - steak, mushrooms & salad Still can't face...

I love having steak with mushrooms and salad on PV days. I also quite like venison sausages & eggs on a PP day. I tried to eat mostly chicken in the attack phase to maximise weight loss and keep me motivated, but I agree it does get boring!

No, haven't heard of this site, but I tend to buy most of my meat/fish on the way home from work when they start reducing it. I bought a sirloin steak the other day from m&s for £1.50 - bargain! I also always just eat the egg yolk. Might take a look for things like sauces. Thanks for the tip!

I've done so many different diets, but Dukan is the only one that's actually worked for me. Good luck, looking forward to hearing further updates! :)

Day 3 - Attack B - ff yogurt L - chicken D - eggs, low fat bacon (I know I shouldn't eat this stuff!) Still no exercise... My menus are pretty boring. Need to jazz things up when I start cruise tomorrow. Weight this morning was 10.13.

Thanks Jo! I'm probably feeling worse today (just in time for the weekend!). Homemade chicken soup?... well I'm not that keen on chicken ;)

Hi PogMoma, thanks for the support! We'll both be rocking size 10's in no time :)

Hi miss14! You're doing really well so far, so I agree with maintainer that if possible try not to break your diet completely at the buffet. It might be worth taking a packed lunch with some sort of protein, you can then fill up on that before the party and avoid all the tempting foods - even if...

I'm spending a fortune on coffee's, as I pick one up every day on my way into work. I've tried to give up a few times, but I feel so deprived without it! Good luck with your weigh-in tomorrow.

Day 2 - Attack B - ff yogurt L - chicken (again!) D - sirloin steak with dry fried eggs, Dukan muffins for dessert Exercise - none (still not feeling well) I'm a daily weigher, and was down 2lbs this morning. Almost in the 10's!

Hi, thanks for the welcome. Last time I went from around 11 and a half stone, to 9 and a half stone. Unfortunately I've allowed myself to pile the weight back on (it's a never ending battle!!). How are you getting on? I'll have to catch up on your diary! :)

Howdy P! Yes, we've been to Vegas before and loved it! There is a group of around 20 of us going, so it should be lots of fun. We have 1 week in Vegas, and then we're going on a 2 week road trip for our honeymoon - driving through the national parks, San Fran, and then down to LA! Hope things...

I'm back on the Dukan wagon! I successfully slimmed down previously on the Dukan diet, and squeezed into my size 10 jeans, but since then I've been piling on the pounds. I'm now struggling to squeeze into a size 12, let alone a size 10. For some stupid reason I thought it would be a good idea...

60 minute spinning class on Monday, ouch! bekxx Target 400 mins, 90 done, 310 to go Cas3 Target 700 mins, 320 done, 380 to go ceridwen Target 510 mins, 150 done, 360 to go donnajt Target 1000 mins, 290 done, 710 to go harriet 480 mins 198 done, 282 to go lulum1986 550minutes, 80 done, 470 to go...

Thank you! :) I think weighing on a Friday might be the way to go!

Good luck for your weigh-in today! Loving your food photos :)

I had a day off from calorie counting yesterday as we went to my parents house for Sunday lunch, and today I'm back to 10.8!!!! So I've lost no weight in my first week :(. It's pretty annoying as I was 100% for 6 days, and it was only yesterday where I wasn't being careful. We had roast beef...

15th-31st March Challenge: Cas3 Target 700 mins, 130 done, 570 to go. ceridwen Target 510 mins, 90 done, 420 to go donnajt Target 1000 mins, 70 done, 930 to go harriet 480 mins 60 done, 420 to go Spursgem Target 400 mins, 400 to go Another 60 minutes - DONE!

That's it, I'm switching to smooth & sleek hair care products!!! :D

Hi Laura! Welcome and good luck. :)

One bad day won't do much damage. I hope you manage to get some rest!!

A pound in the right direction! I bet you're also losing inches, especially with all the exercise. :)x

Just to say that I've found the Andrew Johnson apps really good - I use deep sleep, and it works a treat! Hope you have a good day :)

Day 4 - Thursday 14 March Breakfast: bran flakes with semi skimmed milk (166 cal), white coffee (20 cal) Lunch: pea & ham soup (195 cal), carrots (21 cal), kiwi (44 cal), plum (30 cal), creme caramel (113 cal) Dinner: cod & parsley fishcake (159 cal), carrot, broccoli, green beans & courgettes...

Hi Donna! I literally just chopped up some sausage and mushroom and fried together, then cooked the pasta, then literally mixed it together will the pesto (I used fresh sacla fiery chilli pesto). Really simple, and really tasty!

I'm up for this!!! I did 30 mins yesterday, and I'm going to set a target of 510 mins. 15th-31st March Challenge: donnajt Target 100 mins, 0 done, 100 to go Cas3 Target 700 mins, 130 done, 570 to go. harriet 480 mins 60 done, 420 to go ceridwen Target 510 mins, 30 done, 480 to go

I definitely think measuring is the way to go! You often lose inches when you're not losing the pounds. Good way to keep you motivated :)x

Day 3 - Wednesday 12 March Breakfast: pain au raisin (275 cal) - must stop eating these!!! white coffee (20 cal) Lunch: king prawn & crunchy citrus salad (135 cal), cheese tasters crisps (155 cal) Dinner: pasta with sausage, mushroom & chilli pesto, topped with parmesan and served with spinach...

The soup was very tasty and filling, so a winner all round! I've never been to Turkey, but I love big family holidays, sounds like lots of fun!!! It definitely helps keep you motivated when you have something to aim for. I weigh every day (bad habit I know), but as I started on Monday - that...

Hi Donna! Your food photos are making me hungry. I like the sound of this actifry gadget, although they seem quite pricey..... I hope you have a good day :)x

Here is my food diary for yesterday: Day 2 - Tuesday 12 March Breakfast: pain au raisin (275 cal), low fat yogurt (105 cal), white coffee (20 cal) Lunch: puy lentil & vine ripened tomato soup (190 cal), plum (30 cal), kiwi (44 cal) Dinner: omelette with cheese, mushroom & bacon served with...

Hi Donna! Thank you for the welcome! Agghh, it's so annoying that I put the weight back on. I've been so greedy the past few months, oops.... Where are you going on your holiday? I've just booked a trip to Barcelona, so that's an extra incentive to lose weight!! I'll raise a glass to suntans...

Sorry to hear that :(. Hope today was better :)x

Successful day today! After a few adjustments my total calories for today finished at 1502, but I did a lot of exercise (470 cals), so my net works out at 1032. I'm not sure how much I trust the exercise calories on myfitnesspal though.... I'll see how it goes after my first weigh-in. I hope...

Try eating something high in protein, that should fill you up. When I was following Dukan I'd snack on hard boiled eggs - I'd normally have two and then I felt completely full - works out at around 120 cals for 2 medium sized eggs. Hope your power nap does the trick! :)

Didn't manage to complete it this morning, set my alarm for 5.30am, but it's way too early for exercising.... Gonna do it tonight instead after my spinning class! (hopefully)

Hey Colette! I completely agree with you, it's much harder this time of year. Hopefully when the weather gets warmer something will click in my brain..... some sort of bikini/floaty skirts alarm system..... warning me to step away from the chocolate.... fingers crossed!! Lovely to hear from...

Hi Sara, It's really nice to hear from you too! I am still exercising - spinning classes and swimming mostly (with the occasional Insanity session thrown in - aka pure hell!!!). I will update, and want to catch up with the Dukan diaries. Everyone here helped me so much last time, it was much...

Just reading through your diary, and wanted to wish you good luck with your move and new job - very exciting!!!! Nice pic with your sister, looks like you had a fun night :)x

Thanks Lady A! Hopefully we can swap tips to reach the optimal 1400 cals :). I don't think I'll have problems reaching that, the challenge will be not going significantly over it!! X

Hi SuperGroovy! Thanks for your message and the link. My BMR is 1450, and my TDEE is 1984.... so I guess maybe I should think about increasing my calories to around 1400.... I went for 1200 as that was the figure myfitnesspal gave me for losing 2lbs a week, but as I'm exercising too I guess...

Ha ha, ok I understand now! Well, it's good to have a balanced view of all the different diets out there, you're just doing some research!x ;)

Geez, those damn maltesers! I know the maltesers are shouting out "eat me, eat me", but try to ignore them (they do exactly the same to me) - don't let the maltesers win!!! ;) Well done for resisting the buffet x

Hey Rosie! Good luck for tomorrow, and we can blast this stone away in no time :) Also, why are you apologising for calorie counting?? I think this is as good a way as any to lose weight; plus it's free - no slimming club subscriptions or expensive meal replacements! Cute picture! x

Hi Rosie! I will take a peek at your diary, and good luck for tomorrow - we can do it!!! :)x Thanks dd, it definitely helps when you have support from this site :). I really want to get back into the 9's again!! I don't normally buy the innocent pots as they're quite pricey for what they...

10.8 trying to get to 9.7!! Hopefully I can get there soon :)

I'm going to start shredding too!! Ok, plan is to squeeze this workout in every morning, as I normally go to the gym after work. Day 1 starts tomorrow :)

Thanks P! Hope things are good with you :)x

Hi, my name is Alli, and I'm on a mission to get myself in shape for the summer (and hopefully to keep it that way!). I previously lost weight on Dukan, and reached my goal of 9st 7lbs in September last year...unfortunately I've put on just over a stone since then after stuffing my face with...

Just thought I would update my Dukan diary! I'm soooo annoyed with myself, as I've put on a stone since stopping the diet. Ughh :( I didn't fully complete consolidation, and since Christmas my eating habits have been terrible. Takeaways, chocolate, crisps, alcohol followed by kebabs... yuk! To...

I've been a bit quiet on here recently, but I've been going to the gym lots and have a new addiction to spinning classes!!! I went to three last week, and signed up for three again next week. I'm also squeezing in regular sessions at the gym. (I got bored of doing Insanity!) Hope everyone else...

Hey girls, thanks for the messages! I'm not really following Dukan at the moment, but I'm still lurking around on the board. I'm being sensible with my diet, but have decided that I'm already pretty much stabilised at my weight, so didn't see the need to carry on for the next few weeks on conso...

I'm still here, just not following Dukan! Insanity is going well, although I have missed a few days. Not sure if I'd be better repeating month 1 after the rest week, and concentrating on better form. My diet hasn't been great, and I've put on 3lbs. Just have no motivation to follow a diet at...

A different kind of workout today. It involves lots of walking, and arm work - shopping!!! Spending the day at Westfield with the girls, heaven! X

Cardio recovery today - this felt like a dream after yesterday!

Awww, so cute!

You can do it!!! xx

I'm starting to get diet fatigue!!!! Not fallen completely off the wagon, but getting a bit fed up and not following it strictly. My cheats today were a banana, 2 x satsumas & a Kit Kat Chunky (it's my TOTM - doesn't that mean chocolate is allowed?!). I'm also starting to wish that I hadn't told...

Plyometric cardio circuit - done! Tomorrow pure cardio & cardio abs. No six pack yet..... sniff!

He he. How are you getting on with Insanity?xx

Jogging on the spot would be good, or maybe star jumps to make it a little more high-impact? It all adds up!xx

Sorry to hear your news :( I would cut all contact, for a few months at least. You need to look after yourself and be selfish for a while. The quicker you cut ties, the quicker you'll be able to move on... Just my opinion! Hugsx

Looking lovely, amazing transformation already x

Aww Jo, this all sounds so stressful. I know it's difficult finding work at the moment, but have you considered looking for something else? It might be worth just dropping your CV off to a few agencies, and then they can do the hunting for you. xx

I was reading in the news today about calories burnt whilst watching scary films. Why am I wasting time exercising when I could just as easily sit on the sofa and watch TV?! There's loads of horror films on at the moment as it's halloween, so take a day off from the gym and scare yourself...

Insanity fit test - DONE! Like Caro, I noticed a few improvements, and had a couple of exercises where I stayed the same. I'm now a quarter of the way through. Slightly scared for month 2 workouts, as they are supposed to be even more insane....!!! Well done everyone!xx

I think losing weight can be quite addictive, and you can sometimes feel a bit flat when you're not losing weight anymore. You don't have the buzz of seeing the numbers on the scales going down!!! I think if you keep up with the Insanity workouts (or any exercise), you will notice a change in...

Well done Becky!!!! You will never be obese again! :)x

Sounds good! I'm going to be 100% dukan friendly this weekend too. Let's do it!

Excellent! You should join the exercise thread on the main Dukan page :)

Enjoy the comments, and say hi to Monica!x

I would be happy if I only put on 4lb after an all-inclusive holiday! Those few pounds will be gone in no time.

Looks like lots of fun, hope you all had a great time :)x

Friday (Gala meal) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - ham & cheese sandwich, ff yogurt, apple D - pizza & wine Exercise - none Weight - 9.8 So yesterday I didn't manage to complete my workout as I went out for some drinks after work...oops! It's so hard to resist on a Friday as there is a bar at...

Big shout out to Pauline!!!! Come on P, it's really fun, honest!!! ;)

So missed yesterday's workout, and instead had my gala of wine and pizza. Weight this morning is up to 9.9, so need to get back on it today. Sunday is normally a rest day, so I'm going to do Friday's workout today, and Saturday's workout tomorrow to get me back on track. Therefore today is...

Welcome zowee! This is the only diet that I've managed to stick to, so I can't recommend it highly enough! I would never last on a meal replacement diet, so I don't blame you for making the switch. Looking forward to further updates :)x

This is completely normal, especially as you don't have much left to lose. Just think of it as a week of stabilising your weight. Well done on losing a stone so quickly!

Ok, didn't get up at 5.45am this morning to do my workout. I just can't exercise as soon as I wake up, I'm a zombie until I've had a shower and coffee. I'm not sure when I'm going to squeeze in my workout now. I was planning on having drinks after work, but maybe I should be sensible and go home...

Insanity Day 11 - Cardio Recovery - done!! Ok, I'm going out after work tomorrow, so I need to squeeze in Insanity tomorrow morning. I need to get up at 5.45am, not sure if this will actually happen, but that's the plan.....

Ouch, I can imagine you really ache the next day after that!

30 day shred is still pretty tough!!!

If you've still got the link can you post it? I'd be interested to see!

Sounds intense!!!

Day 10 - Plyometric cardio circuit - done! I think I agree with you Caro, this seems the hardest out of all the workouts. Really pleased that tomorrow is cardio recovery - lots of nice stretching.

Mmmm crisps! I'm sure they haven't done too much damage. Hope you have a good day :)x

Glad to have one of my Insanity buddies back! Keep going with the workouts, it will be so worth it in the end. If you're ever feeling disheartened just watch some of the before/after clips on youtube, log onto the exercise thread for support and remember the feeling you have after you've...

Dancing is excellent exercise, don't belittle your achievements xx

As long as you feel knackered afterwards and have puddles of sweat on the floor, then that's fine ;). Just remember how great you feel afterwards, it's worth it!x

After following conso strictly so far this week, my weight is back down to 9.8 :). As a result of this I'm definitely going to switch over to 2 gala and 2 starchy meals next week - can't wait!! Here is what I ate yesterday: B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - ham, cheese, jalapeno & salad sandwich...

Thanks Sara! I've had a few cheats, but generally I've been trying to follow the rules as closely as possible. I'm sure if I hadn't cheated I would have lost even more weight like yourself, but I'm quite happy hovering around my goal. Feeling much more motivated at the moment, and have stayed...

Day 9 of Insanity - pure cardio, aka pure hell!!! Once you're completing the main workout there are no water breaks, really tough! I had to take a few breaks, but I'd say I completed around 85% of the workout. It's never a good sign when the instructor says, "I'm actually scared about what's to...

Ditto with doing it in the morning! I already get up at 6.15am to get ready for work - I don't think I could face getting up at 5.30am to squeeze in the workout. Well done to you too :)x

My tip for saving money is going to the supermarkets around the time they start reducing items. Most days after work I go to M&S and then my local Co-op. They are always reducing the fresh meat/fish, and you can just pop it in the freezer until you need it.

Love it! You'll be dukanskinny in no time :)x

Just completed day 8 of Insanity - cardio power & resistance. I found it hard going tonight, I was pretty tired after a long day at work, but managed to force myself to do it. I feel great now, so really happy I pushed myself!x

2.5hrs and a swim.... that's an intense workout! I am seriously impressed x

Yay, you found the thread!!! I was only looking forward to it when I didn't actually have to do it. It was a real struggle today!! he hex

I'm struggling with the press ups too, the moving ones are a killer! I'm just doing regular press ups until I build up my upper body strength. x

I'm just planning ahead. I reach my halfway point next Saturday, so that's when I can introduce the extra gala & starchy meals. I'll probably see what my weight is next weekend, and may readjust if I haven't lost the extra pounds x

Ok, rest day for me today! Weirdly I'm quite looking forward to tomorrow..... I think this happens once you get yourself into a routine of exercising. You actually start to miss it, and it becomes harder not to exercise than actually exercise itself! Hope anyone exercising today has a good...

After quite a few naughty days (with chocolate), my weight is now 9.10. I think the only thing that has saved it from getting even higher was all the exercise! From today I'm back on Dukan 100%. Here is my menu today: B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - toasted ham & cheese sandwich, boiled egg, ff...

I'm good thanks! There are still peanut M&M's in the house, and I have been having the odd handful here and there....oops! I've also discovered I quite like the Reese's peanut butter cups - yum, yum, yum. As of today I'm back on Dukan 100% though, my weight has creeped up to 9.10 (so not too...

Hot stuff!x

Day 6 of Insanity - done! Rest day tomorrow :)

Wow, that's brilliant!!! Well done on the loss x

It's exhausting being on your feet all day, that definitely counts as exercise! Keep up the good work :)

You're back!!! I can't go at the same speed of the some of the people on the Insanity workout either. With some of the moves it looks like someone has pressed the fast forward button, as it's quite ridiculous the speed they go at - it doesn't seem physically possible!!! Hope you get your laptop...

It feels so good dropping into the next stone bracket, you must be feeling great. Have fun in London! :)x

I managed to complete day 4 last night, luckily it was the recovery workout, so fairly easy compared to everything else. I've got the day off work today and I'm playing a round of golf, and then later on I'm going to do day 5 of Insanity (pure cardio). I hope everybody else has fun getting...

Eek, feeling a little but tipsy after having drinks after work. I'm still going to do the insanity workout, this should be interesting!!

Well done on the inch loss! Once you're on cruise you can have some low fat cocoa powder as a tolerated item.

If you check out the schedule, then each week one of the sessions is repeated, so maybe each week you could cut out the duplicated session? That would mean you'd only have to complete the workouts 5 days a week. You could also maybe switch out the cardio recovery session for a yoga/pilates...

Oo err missus! Mr DF is in for a treat! ;)x

Yay, glad you had fun! X

Hope you're ok Charly! X

You look lovely, and deffo can see a difference in the last pic! X

Hope you had fun at Zumba! Let us know how you found it. I think running is a lot more fun outside, it can get quite boring on the treadmill. You'll be surprised how quickly you can increase your speed and distance with the running, so keep with it, it will definitely be worth it :)x

Hell yeah! Maybe we should make this a requirement of the thread??!!!x

Wow, this thread is hot right now! Big shout-out to the new recruits - Pauline, Becky & tutter29. This thread is definitely helping me, I felt quite lazy earlier, but then didn't want to have to report back here that I hadn't done anything, so I stuck on day 3 of Insanity! Feeling pretty...

Luckily I don't like hershey's, so that part of the stash is safe. The cheetos and peanut butter M&M's on the other hand........

Well done DF!x

Excellent work!!! Anybody caught slacking gets detention ;)x

Conso day 44 (Tuesday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - ham, cheese & jalapeno sandwich, ff yogurt, boiled egg, apple D - steak & salad Exercise - Insanity day 2 Weight - 9.8 I weighed myself this morning and I'm down to 9.8 - only one pound over my target. I've managed to resist any further...

Day 2 of Insanity 'Plyometric Cardio Circuit' - DONE! Phew, that was tough, especially after a long day at work. I managed to complete the warm-up without stopping, and also the next two rounds of suicide drills, power squats, mountain climbers & ski downs, by round three I had to take breaks...

Fantastic, another recruit! Insanity is marketed as 60 days, but is actually 63 (I guess they've just rounded it!). I think Laura mentioned doing the 6 weeks 6 pack DVD, so there's a few different workouts floating around on the thread. Well done on the cardio & pilates. I keep meaning to try...

Tomorrow is struggling to get out of bed and waddling about like a penguin, but at least we'll all be one step closer to being a lean mean fighting machine!! x

Hmmm, personally I would hold off from meeting right now as it sounds like things are getting back on track with TDM. I would try and think how you'd feel if the roles were reversed and he met up with his first love. I'm of the mindset that things in the past should stay there, nice memories...

I do occasionally get a craving for a Big Mac, but like you I always feel a bit icky afterwards. It's fine as a treat every now and again though :)x

It all adds up DF! :)x

You are hardcore Zoe!!! Hope you feel 100% tomorrow :Dx

Are you feeling better now? Tonsillitis is so painful!!!x

I've definitely lost a few of my marbles, and day 1 of Insanity is done! (posted my scores on the exercise thread) Weirdly I felt a bit off earlier, as if I was getting a cold, but now I feel fantastic!x

Day 1 of Insanity - Fit Test Woo hoo, completed day 1. Here are my fit test results: Switch kicks (2 kicks = 1 rep) - 58, Power Jacks - 54, Power Knees - 83, Power Jumps - 48, Globe Jumps - 9, Suicide Jumps - 13, Push-up Jacks - 16, Low Plank Oblique - 53. I feel great now, very sweaty, but I...

Let's get insane, woo hoo!!!!x

Gross!! Thanks Laura, this may actually help! :Dx

Well done Caro!!! It does make you feel slightly better when you see how much the people in the video are struggling. I'm definitely more of a Chris than a Tonya! I'm doing my fit test after work, so I'll update later on! :)x

That's really sweet of TDM, little things like that make you feel so much better. Try and eat properly today if you can, it will make you feel better. Maybe TDM can rustle up some Dukan friendly food for you? It will be good practice for him if he's Dukan-ing too. x

I'm going to watch some youtube clips too for inspiration. Good idea about taking photos, I'll do the same. I'm going to do the fit test after work, probably around 6ish. I'll update my results straight after. Enjoy the last day of relaxation before the madness begins :)xx

I've resisted so far today! My bf will probably work his way through this lot in no time, and without putting any weight on!!! (so unfair!). I'm glad that you can't easily buy peanut butter M&M's over here, they are just too delicious xx

I almost ate a whole bag of the peanut butter m&m's yesterday, and felt pretty sick afterwards. Luckily I don't like Hershey's.

He he. I did Royal Navy officer training - maybe that's where I get it from?! ;)x

After a successful protein Thursday, I've had an awful Friday and Saturday on the diet!!!! Here is what I've had: Conso day 40 (Friday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - prawn sandwich, ff yogurt, apple D (gala) - takeaway from Dominos: half a texas bbq pizza, half a portion of potato wedges...

Hope you feel better soon Zoe, that sounds miserable :(. Once you're back to full fitness though we need to have your exercise updates! x

Sorry! Gala snacks are definitely not allowed, that was just me making up excuses to get colleagues off my back. I am definitely up for Monday!!!! I'm so happy that you're doing it too, it will keep me motivated to carry on. Monday is the fit test which isn't too bad, Tuesday however...

I've told pretty much everybody I know that I'm on this diet, so there's no escape! This is definitely a good thing (I think......) ;)x

Great work DF! x

Well done DF! Zumba looks like so much fun, glad you enjoyed it. I'm sure there must be classes near you, and if you can do it with loads of people sat down watching you, then taking part in a regular exercise class will be a piece of cake! Hope you're not too achy this morning :)x

Only 2 days to go until I start Insanity (again!). Today I'm going to the gym for 1 hour and then have a sauna. Yesterday I had my gala meal, and it was pretty excessive - half a large texas BBQ pizza from Dominos, half a portion of potato wedges and wine! I NEED TO SWEAT THE DOMINOS OUT OF MY...

How are you getting on elisheba?x

Definitely agree that you should always go with your gut feeling. Hope it all goes well with the school choices :)x

They are so good aren't they? They literally make my eyes water though, they're are HOT! They are too crunchy though, and I give myself away in my office when I eat them - definitely not a snack you can eat sneakily. Colleague: "err, Alli, are you allowed to eat those on your diet?" Me (lying)...

Don't worry about a few fluctuations, this is probably why we should only weigh once a week, but I'm like you - a daily weigher!!! Hope you had a good protein Thursday!!!x

Maybe stick to the principles of Dukan as much as you can - low carb, low fat, high protein - but don't let it rule your holiday?x

Well done for resisting, only 12lbs to go!

Dieting definitely makes us more productive! Anything to avoid thinking about food.

Ok, just got back from my run (in the rain!), and I ran 2.6 miles and burnt off 270 calories (according to my Nike+ running app). I was originally only planning on running 2 miles, but I got lost and ended up running around a few cul-de-sac's and having to run back the way I came again. I don't...

Sorry, I hate it when people do that, and I've gone and done it myself! 30 day shred - link couch to 5k - link :Dx

Urgghh, I know what you mean. PP days seem so much harder on conso, don't know how I coped back on cruise!

Right, who's getting sweaty today??? I'm doing a bit of a pre-Insanity warmup over the next few days, and I'm going to complete a 2 mile run after work this evening. I'll report back later (if I survive!!!).

Yay, glad you're in!!! :)x

Sounds good DF! I've never tried zumba, so you'll have to let me know how you get on. Do the vibration plates actually work? They seem too good to be true!x

I don't know how you exercise at 6am in the morning Becky!!! I'm still half asleep even when I arrive at work. It can be tough to remain motivated. I'm finding it hard to exercise at home, as there are too many distractions. Definitely try mixing it up so you don't get bored, maybe have a stand...

He he, I'm just teasing you. You are a machine when it comes to exercise, very impressive! We definitely need you on board to give us lots of tips and keep us motivated x

Excellent Laura!!! :D

I haven't been following the plan religiously the last few days, but luckily when I weighed this morning I was still 9.7 - phew! I've been eating mostly Dukan food, but I've also had chocolate and I seem to have developed an addiction to wasabi peas from M&S. I'm going to try a PP day tomorrow...

I've started another thread on the main page to try and drum up more interest. Let's do this!! :Dx

Only every other day? Come on Zoe, you're slacking!!!

Only 5-6? Oh, alright then! ;)

Well done for resisting the all you can eat indian, and enjoy your hols! :)x

Yep, it definitely lives up to it's name! I've started another thread on the main page to try and drum up interest! :)x

:character00116: :character00115: Hey all! I thought it would be good to start an exercise challenge thread. A few of us are thinking about starting the Insanity workouts next week, and it would be great if loads of other people could join in too! It doesn't have to be Insanity, just...

hey charly! do you think you'll be up for starting insanity on Monday? (thought Monday might be a better day as that fits with the workout schedule they give you)X

Hi Katy!! I started on 31st May, and reached my goal on 2nd September. I'm now consolidating! I still weigh 9.7, so it seems to be working. What I like about this diet is that you don't have to weigh things or calorie count, also you have to cut out all the processed foods/alcohol during the...

Yep, I'm waiting for charly, and we were thinking about starting next week, so the more the merrier! I might start a new exercise thread for motivation!x

Welcome back! I hope that your colleague is ok, that sounds painful! As for the fat kitty, it's just so hard to resist their miaows sometimes. Luckily (or unluckily), our cat is a hunter and stays out all night catching various rodents, so that seems to burn off the extra calories for her...

Hi Katy, and well done on the loss!!! It's great that you've got your trip to keep you focused - it definitely helps. Looking forward to hearing how you get on :)x

Hope you feel better soon Jo, I'm sure the stress you've been under at work hasn't helped. I hope you manage to get a good nights sleep tonight xx

They will thank you for it in the long term when they have nice shiny teeth!!! :Dx

Mmmm, another vote for pickled onions from me. I tried the Waitrose balsamic ones the other day, delicious! Hope you're feeling better Leah. I can totally relate to be obsessed with the scales, I weigh 3 times a day - once in the morning, again when I get in from work, and before I go to bed...

Just checking in on your diary to see how you're doing and also to say a big thank you for your new recipe thread! To anybody who thinks this diet is boring or restrictive just out The Dukan Ranger Cookbook!!! Good work! :Dx

You look fantastic, and I can see such a difference between the photos! You must be feeling great xx

Your gala meal doesn't sounds over the top at all - I hope you enjoyed it!!! :) I'm up for starting Insanity whenever you're ready, just let me know!! :eek::Dx

Looking good Charly!!! x

How about making yourself a cooked breakfast in the morning at the weekend? I sometimes have eggs, lean bacon, mushrooms, tomatoes and a low fat vegetarian sausage as a weekend brunch. It feels like a real treat, and tells my brain I'm not being deprived. As for a sweet fix, make sure you have...

Work sounds rough, but well done on losing 4lbs!!!!x

It's the thrill of seeing the scales move down again! How are you feeling now?x

Thanks!!! Can't wait to eat my gala meal tomorrow. I'm not trying to change things too much, maybe I could just change the PP day to a PV day - even if it was just a bit of salad with my lunch & dinner. I just feel really unhealthy if I don't eat anything green. Hugs back at you Elisheba, have a...

Hmmm... maybe. I just hate PP days now!!! A few good things happened today: 1. I resisted 'Friday pizza' at work - this is where most of my office order Dominos pizza which is opposite where I work! 2. I resisted Dominos again when my boyfriend wanted to order it for dinner. I instead stuck to...

Thanks, I'll take a look!

Conso days 30, 31 & 32 (Tuesday - Thursday) I haven't been sticking to the plan rigidly for the last few days. I've been allowing myself extra fruit, and also having the odd piece of dark chocolate and I even had a tiramisu last night (it was delicious). I'm quite pleased though, as I haven't...

Your menu looks good, but where do you buy your steaks from and what cut do you buy? I love steak but normally only have it on a Saturday, as it's pretty expensive (normally around £6 for a sirloin from my local butcher). If you have any cheaper solutions I'd love to hear xx

Anybody that says things like that to you, just cut them out of your life. I think most people in this world are good, so no need to waste your time and energy on the haters.x

Sounds like a great idea, hopefully there's something techie they can arrange for you! If not, you could try naming the thread and adding something like "recipes only - no chat"..... As you're super scary, nobody would dare leave a comment after you'd stated that, he he :Dxx

Hurry up girls!!! Come and join us over on the other side :Dx

Hugs Elisheba! :bighug: Don't let other people get you down, and try to stay positive. You've done amazingly well! :D:Dx

Ha ha, that's brilliant!!! :D:Dx

I remember finding out for sure at primary school when a few kids started mouthing off in the playground. I'd had my suspicions for a while, and this just confirmed it for me. As soon as I found out for sure, I couldn't wait to go home and tell my little brother that it was all a lie, and he...

Well done!!!! I like your badge, I might go and get one of those to jazz up my profile. x

I'm definitely on for the Insanity challenge!!!!!! I just posted on my diary that I was thinking about starting on Friday 19th October, as that means by the end of the workouts I'll be moving over to stabilisation. Let me know how you feel nearer the time, and I can adjust if necessary as I...

Well done on already losing a stone, and good call on getting rid of those clothes! It's a great feeling when you find that top that you love but haven't been able to wear for a long time, but then BAM, it fits!!! Much more satisfying than a chocolate bar :)x

Good to hear another success story with your neighbour, but don't forget how well you've done too - 2 stone lost!!! x

No pain, no gain!!! :Dxx

Conso days 28 & 29 Day 28 (Sunday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - toasted ham & cheese sandwich with salad, apple, ff yogurt D - ham, cheese, mushroom & red pepper omelette with salad Exercise - none Day 29 (Monday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - beef, cheese & salad sandwich, apple D -...

Yes, I think you're right. It was stupid to try to not eat a dinner on the Thursday. I'm planning my meals ahead of time again now to hopefully keep me on track x

The film was really good Jo, I would definitely recommend!!! It's fast paced, and quite unique. (Not the most detailed film review I know, but I don't want to give anything away!!!) I also managed to avoid the refreshment stand, so that's always a bonus! :)x

Geez, £8.90 on parking!!!! That's half a top, or a mascara... outrageous :eek:. I attempted the Dukan bread a couple of times, and mine looked very similar to yours. I gave up making it as I preferred to use my oat bran for porridge or muffins.

Conso day 27 (Steak night Saturday!) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - turkey, ham & cheese sandwich, kiwi fruit D - sirloin steak, mushrooms, roasted tomatoes & onions, lots of broccoli Exercise - lots of walking I think I'm back on the Dukan train, next stop in 83 days is stabilisation!! I...

Oooo that sounds good! If I ever manage to complete Insanity this may be my new challenge afterwards! :D

Talk about taking extreme measures to get out of starting Insanity on Monday!!! Just kidding, I hope you're alright, that sounds like an extremely eventful birthday. I hope the tests all go okay, and that you get some sort of explanation as to what's going on. I'm not a doctor, but isn't it true...

It could also be all the MSG they use in chinese food. It makes some people really ill afterwards.

Well done on losing 2lbs, and welcome back to the 9's! :Dx

Conso days 25 & 26 Day 25 (Meltdown Thursday, previously known as Protein Thursday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - hot & sour soup, crispy duck pancakes D - 4 x doughnuts :eek: (tried not to eat dinner after my huge lunch, but ended up binging on doughnuts later in the evening) Day 26...

Your food looks good. I'm off to get some steak from the butchers in a bit, I think I've officially renamed Saturday, "Steakday".... yum, yum. Totally agree with you about watching golf on the TV, yawnsville! Have a great dayx

Hope you feel better soon. A bit of pampering sounds like a good idea, enjoy your manicure x

Well done on the loss!!! Your cats sound tough, hopefully the dog behaves itself and avoids being pounced upon!! :)x

Happy Birthday Charly!!!! :birthday: Have a lovely day xx

Oh dear, I'm quite drunk right now and the last two days have not been Dukan friendly!!! I'm finding it really hard not to have a drink or eat food for social occasions. I've just got in and weighed myself and I'm still 9.7 - even after all the wine and crappy food!! I had fun, but really need...

Thanks Sara! I forgot to include the apples I'd eaten in my diary, but I didn't have any cheese on Tuesday and Wednesday. I'm not sure why really, I think I gave up trying to stuff anything else into my pitta bread for lunch, and then just forgot about the cheese in the evening!x

Thanks Emma! If you fancy joining our Insanity crew, there's a restart on Monday. :)x

Conso days 23 & 24 Day 23 (Tuesday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - ham & egg salad, with a pitta bread (I've given up trying to stuff a pitta - it just makes me angry in the morning as it disintegrates!!!!), ff yogurt, apple D - mushroom omelette & spinach Exercise - none Day 24 (Wednesday)...

It is really hard, and I have to take breaks all the time. The instructor is pretty good, he's motivating and I don't find him annoying. I'm having yet another re-start on Monday - I'm turning into a bit of a flake with this!! :eek:x

3lbs loss is brilliant, well done!!! :)

Have a good day elisheba!!! :)x

I hope you enjoy your break with your family, and if it was me I would be enjoying the wine too :). It sounds like you have a good attitude, you're being mindful of what you eat/drink, but also allowing yourself a few extras as you're on your hols!x

That's a good idea with the photos, it helps to track your progress. It's worth taking your measurements as well. I hope some of your enthusiasm rubs off on me, and hopefully we'll both stick to the full 60 days and be super-fit! Happy Birthday for Saturday!!xx

Thanks Sara, you're doing great too! I'm happy that so far conso is working. You have to complete the workouts 6 days of week, so it requires a lot of commitment. I think I actually find it easier to go to the gym rather than putting on a DVD in the living room - there are just too many other...

Congratulations! Glad to hear that you've done so well, and also thanks again for all the amazing Dukan recipes you shared!! :)x

Conso days 21 & 22 Day 21 (Sunday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - vegetarian sausages, 2 x fried eggs D - chicken breast stuffed with cheese, and topped with garlicky breadcrumbs, green beans & broccoli Exercise - day 2 of Insanity Day 22 (Starchy Monday!) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L -...

Great, I'm going to have an insanity partner!!!! What day are you starting? I've fallen off the insanity wagon yet again, so if we start together it might keep me motivated to carry on.x

Thanks Emma!!! I'm really bad at dieting, but this diet just seemed to work for me. Your menu sounds yummy, I absolutely love scallops. Have fun rock climbing :)x

Hi Emma! Congrats on the weight loss so far, and I see that your goal date is your 21st birthday. Do you have anything nice planned? Good luck with the final 12lbs, and definitely a good idea to plan your meals - it makes it a lot easier!!x

You are doing so amazing, and now you're even holding personal training sessions in your own living room! Excellent work :DX

Hey Charly! I agree with Joodle & Weasey, you've been so good that it must be a temporary weight gain caused by water or maybe you're due a visit from the whoosh fairy? x

Conso days 19 & 20 Day 19 (Friday) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - chicken, cheese & salad sandwich, ff yogurt, 1x boiled egg, apple D - chicken curry with spinach, sf jelly Exercise - none Day 20 (Steak Night Saturday!) B - chocolate Dukan porridge L - chicken & salad stuffed in a wholemeal...

I think that sounds yummy, and not that naughty at all! I love curry, and good call on making your own! The takeaway variety are always so full of butter, I always think when I make my own it tastes a lot lighter and fresher. Enjoy!x

At least you had healthy snacks. Do you think you're eating enough protein during the day? Maybe if you try to increase that you won't feel the need to snack later at night?x

Hope you enjoyed your night out, and good idea nominating yourself to be the designated driver! I wouldn't worry too much about a few mouthfuls of noodles, but maybe next time just ask if they can leave them out. I went out to a Thai restaurant a few weeks ago, and explained that I just wanted a...

I love that you have a shark salad for lunch, it's much more interesting than my meat & cheese sandwich that I literally eat every day!!!! (I really should try something different). Good luck with the internet dating. The last wedding I went to was a result of cyber romance. Let us know when we...

Well done for sticking with it!!! You lost so much in your first two weeks, so it's not that surprising you didn't lose in your third week. I try to think of staying the same, as a week of stabilising my weight, and remind myself that at least it's not a gain! :Dx

Happy Birthday Debbie! Have a fantastic day :birthday:

Fantastic loss, well done! x

Fantastic!!! You are on fire :wow: