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Original poster

New Year Low Carb Bootcamp starts on 13 January!

706 replies

BIWI · 26/12/2013 22:42

Hope you all had a lovely Christmas!

This is just to let you know that the next low carb Bootcamp will be starting on Monday 13 January. As before, it will last for 10 weeks, with the first two weeks being the strictest.

If you want to join us, please sign in below by adding your name, then cutting and pasting it into a new post:

BIWI

OP posts:
Suzymoo9 · 27/12/2013 14:13

correction from previous post (I'm new to this):

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Daisychicken
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keeponkeepinon
Twit
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SteeleyeStan
Bimble
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Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo

bigkidsdidit · 27/12/2013 14:15

Me please. Can someone add me?

I lost 1.5 stone last time and loved it but fell off the wagon the last few weeks and feel terrible.

ImAnElfJeSuisUneElf · 27/12/2013 14:36

Can someone add me in my non-festive form please? Can't do the list thing on my phone.

I'm usually,
ImATotJeSuisUneTot, thanks! Smile

Suzymoo9 · 27/12/2013 14:53

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot

NotTwit · 27/12/2013 14:54

When I did it I was really really addicted o carbs, so I had the carb flu, but some people don't get it.
If you're not sure,why not go on bootcamp lite this time, then full on bootcamp next time? I know I felt happier knowing he wasn't t totally ebf, (although mainly) IYSIM?
You're in a good position time wise, as you could gradually reduce your sugar before we felt started, I'm going to. I think calories are more important for breast milk, so this woe is great.
Whilst reading up I read that marathon runners (who frequently go into ketosis) had no issues.

I've jus remembered why it was hard last time. I had my fungus and ended p taking piriton so I cold sleep. Ugh. Lol.

zonkin · 27/12/2013 14:57

Lurked on the last few bootcamps and did it half heartedly. But this time I'm serious.

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin

ChippingInLovesChristmasLights · 27/12/2013 15:03

MrsHP CoNgRaTuLaTiOnS - I didn't realise you were upduffed!! Very very happy for you Xmas Grin xx

I'm in again she says scoffing Christmas Chocolates and all manner of carby stuff

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Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
ChippingIn

ChippingInLovesChristmasLights · 27/12/2013 15:05

Sorry, x-posted with Zonkin

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Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn

Mordirig · 27/12/2013 15:08

Can I tag along please!
joined last year (was OTTMummA) did really well for a while but fell of the wagon spectacularly and put the weight back on.
Its been a funny year, but it has ended on a high, we have bought a house, our financial situation has vastly improved and I find I am more relaxed about life and am ready to start looking after myself properly.

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
Mordirig

Mordirig · 27/12/2013 15:10

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig

That's better!

projectbabyweight · 27/12/2013 15:25

Me too!

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight

Kefybaby · 27/12/2013 15:34

Me too! I started LC back in November. I still have a bit to lose (including the Xmas weight... Xmas Blush). I am starting again today to minimise the hols damage, but might have a drink or two (and chocolate!) on NY eve.

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby

dementedma · 27/12/2013 18:16

Can someone please add me - don't know how to copy and paste on tablet. Tried it last time and thought it was good but just didnt have the willpower.will combine it with dry January to cut out the booze which is my downfall.
Dh is, for the first time in his life, interested enough to try and lose weight. He is very very overweight and diabetic. Is this a good way of eating for diabetics.

projectbabyweight · 27/12/2013 18:20

Yes I think it's means to be great for diabetics Smile

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby
dementedma

scratchviolet · 27/12/2013 18:38

Can I join too? Not low carbed before but am sat here in clothes I'm bursting out of, 2 stone heavier than when I was 9 months pregnant with DD2, who's now 20 months. 2014 is the year of change.

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby
dementedma
scratchviolet

keeponkeepinon · 27/12/2013 18:49

This reply has been deleted

Message withdrawn at poster's request.

LucyVFood · 27/12/2013 18:55

I'd like to join again please Blush

This time I'm going to have a positive mental attitude!

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby
dementedma
scratchviolet
LucyVFood

Suzymoo9 · 27/12/2013 20:00

yes it's good for diabetics (as carbs are sugar) but they must avoid ketosis as far as I understand it this can be very dangerous.

FourArms · 27/12/2013 20:01

I'd like to join please. I've been doing Harcombe since 3/12 so have hopefully had my carb-flu already.

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby
dementedma
scratchviolet
LucyVFood
FourArms

Original poster
BIWI · 27/12/2013 20:29

This is a very good way of eating for diabetics - although you do need to make sure that you let your GP/medical team know that you're eating this way.

And ketosis isn't dangerous. Ketosis merely means 'fat burning'. It's ketoacidosis which diabetics need to avoid, which is different altogether.

OP posts:
Rytonrose · 27/12/2013 20:33

Just joined Mumsnet as I had heard about the boot camp, you are famous!
I am going to give it a go as I am sick of all the junk we eat.

Original poster
BIWI · 27/12/2013 20:41

Famous you say?!

OP posts:
Rytonrose · 27/12/2013 20:53

Absolutely, preening is a given you should go for it! Can not work out how to add myself to your list on my ipad. Help please?

Original poster
BIWI · 27/12/2013 21:07

BIWI
Daisychicken
MaeMobley
Ruprekt
Ambassadoryourarespoilingme
keeponkeepinon
Twit
Frantastio
SteeleyeStan
Bimble
Athelstane
Tistheseasontobedramatic
Timidviper
ChubbyLittleLoser
Lovecat
StuntNun
Quincymincemeat
Methe
Thekitchenfairy
arightoldbag
SouthBySouthWest
Susiep21
DropDeadThread
DarkHorse2013
Houseofpain
Boopear
Colette
froufroulala
Suzymoo
bigkidsdidit
ImATotJeSuisUneTot
Zonkin
ChippingIn
Mordirig
projectbabyweight
Kefybaby
dementedma
scratchviolet
LucyVFood
FourArms
RytonRose

There you go!

OP posts:
bannedyellowsheep · 27/12/2013 21:07

I would love to join. I really need to start somewhere and need support.
What is carb flu? I am very intrigued?