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Jan 22 Low Carb Bootcamp - the final weigh-in!

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BIWI · 14/03/2022 09:16

Morning all.

Here, for its last outing this Bootcamp is the Spreadsheet of Fabulousness

I know the last couple of weeks have been a bit quiet, and apologies for Covid-related absence from me as well, but it looks like this has been a pretty successful Bootcamp, which is great.

I don't know when the next Bootcamp will be, but probably won't be till around May at some point. However, we'll keep this thread going in the interim.

Don't forget to have a good rummage around the other threads in the Bootcamp topic in the interim, especially the recipe threads, as there's lots of useful stuff there.

And thank you to everyone who has posted, helped to support other posters and even those who have just lurked at the back! I genuinely wouldn't have even half the motivation to do this without you. This is a rather lovely little corner of Mumsnet.

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BIWI · 20/04/2022 12:28

OK! Grin
Need to get the spreadsheet sorted out first.

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BIWI · 20/04/2022 13:05

I'll have to put a call out here for @ouchmyfeet as private messaging doesn't seem to be working!

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prettybird · 20/04/2022 14:30

There's an awful lot that's not working Sad - including being able to bookmark Sad

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BIWI · 20/04/2022 15:03

Bookmarking is working for me, thankfully. One of the most useful features.

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prettybird · 20/04/2022 16:12

It's not working on the app Sad. It's a real pain Angry

Baystard · 20/04/2022 19:40

@BIWI I think 8 weeks sounds fab.

I've maintained my weight more or less but I'd like to shift another stone which won't happen with the way I've slid into eating chips. I've managed to keep things under control because I've been OMAD but I need to get back on the wagon or experience tells me I'll slide too far.

Looking forward to getting started again, thanks biwi et Al

(if I can get used to new site, not a fan so far * *

venusandmars · 20/04/2022 21:43

Had to create a new log in and then re-register as myself!

I'm not an art aficionado but when in Florence.... (especially for my name sake)

Jan 22 Low Carb Bootcamp - the final weigh-in!
pinknsparkly · 21/04/2022 07:55

@BIWI - echoing all the other responses, absolutely do whatever length works best for you. And thanks so much for all your work in running them!

I started with the August mini bootcamp last year which I think was 6 weeks. That was a nice length as a beginner, though at the time I did think a couple of extra weeks would help consolidate my habits as it took me longer than I should admit to get used to the meal planning etc involved so an 8 weeks bootcamp would personally have been a perfect length for me as a newbie!

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BIWI · 21/04/2022 08:28

Thanks @pinknsparkly!

Sounds like 8 weeks it is.

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BIWI · 21/04/2022 08:47

Can anyone help me out by taking on the responsibility of running the spreadsheet? @ouchmyfeet doesn't appear to be around.

It would mean taking over the role of administrator; the most onerous part is keying in all the names to start with - after that it's just keeping an eye on it and making sure things are in the right place.

I'd be forever grateful for the help.

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Baystard · 21/04/2022 17:43

Do you still need help with the spreadsheet @BIWI? (Sorry, don't entirely trust that I'm seeing everything on new site yet 🙈). I can help with this I think if you let me know what you'd like me to do 😊

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BIWI · 21/04/2022 18:03

That would be brilliant! The only thing I'm not sure about is administrator rights - if I send the link to you, can you see if you can make any changes?

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Baystard · 21/04/2022 18:17

No problem@BIWI, this thread was so helpful to me so I'm happy if I can give something back. I'm almost certain the spreadsheet was pretty open the last time and it would have been possible for me to add names etc to that one so hopefully straightforward. Are you able to create a new blank one to start with (I'm not sure where it "lives" but I'm confident I can access it and add to it)?

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BIWI · 21/04/2022 18:19

Sent you a PM

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Baystard · 21/04/2022 19:19

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We've removed this post as it contains a link to the wrong spreadsheet.

RagzRebooted · 21/04/2022 19:48

BIWI · 20/04/2022 10:10

The next Bootcamp

I'm thinking I'll start the next one at the beginning of May.

What do you all think about the shorter, 8 week format? Does it work better for you than the 10 week one? I have to be honest here and say it is my preference, and I'm able to keep up my enthusiasm for running it when it's shorter, but if people would prefer a 10 week Bootcamp then I'm happy to do that.

Yay, new bootcamp! 8 weeks sounds perfect and if it's better for you then even more so.
I've been (planned) off plan for the Easter break, 3lb on which actually wasn't as bad as I expected but I'd been hoping new bootcamp would be soon so very pleased to hear of its iminence.

RagzRebooted · 21/04/2022 19:49

Also, thank you @Baystard for volunteering spreadsheet help.

Baystard · 21/04/2022 19:51

Sorry, other link not working, that's to old one, use this one for the Spreadsheet of Fabulousness for May 2022😊

SpottyBumPony · 21/04/2022 20:29

8 weeks sounds good guys, thank you.

Day 2 of eggfest was fine, ate the same as day 1
Day 3 was more of a struggle but I haven't any other food in so will have to cope until the weekend. I had pancakes for breakfast, devilled eggs for lunch with some cheese and Omelette for team. I was hungry in the afternoon so ate two 100% dark chocolate mini eggs.

DS has chickenpox so am working from home while he's off nursery

Andi2020 · 21/04/2022 23:01

@BIWI and @Baystard do we just add our name on spreadsheet don't see anyone with names on.
New layout might have me mixed up

Baystard · 22/04/2022 06:58

@Andi2020 I think you tell us if you'd like to take part then I add your name and you're ready to go from there.

It's my first time helping but i assume we do it this way to avoid possible problems with the spreadsheet if people were trying to put their name into the same empty cell at once. If one person adds the names they essentially are allocating everyone their own specific row.

Mercedesbenz2022 · 22/04/2022 07:52

Finally found you guys ! As you can see I’m an updated version from mercbenz to mercedezbenz2022 due to this awkward site update

@biwi an 8 week boot camp sounds great . Thank you for running them , and giving up your time

Justkoko · 22/04/2022 09:17

May I join the Boot Camp? Summer holidays are fast approaching....!

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BIWI · 22/04/2022 09:20

Justkoko · 22/04/2022 09:17

May I join the Boot Camp? Summer holidays are fast approaching....!

You are very welcome! And it's good timing as the next Bootcamp is due to start on 2 May Smile

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BIWI · 22/04/2022 10:16

sign-up thread is here

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