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It's 5 weeks to Christmas... Is it possible...

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Karbea · 18/11/2012 17:51

To lose weight, look better, feel better, be fitter?

Anyone fancy joining me in a 5 week super drive to amazingness????

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VividVanilla · 25/11/2012 13:37

no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

sorry Blush

Drank about a gallon of water before I went to bed and did soak my right foot in warm water for a few minutes (the dog was playing with the other one) - and that may have helped. Made a few trips to the loo during the night, predictably BUT

no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps no toe cramps Grin

Scrummy scrambled eggs with onion, tomatoes and chilli chicken this morning, washed down with a mug of decaff coffee (no sugar).

And I managed to wash my hair.

Working for the rest of the day.

(did I mention I've not had any toe cramps?)

Imflabulous · 25/11/2012 13:43

Back on the road to virtue, drink water and eat sensibly are on cards for today.I'm in work soon, so having a chillaxing morning.

Week plan is
Mon foot scrub and moisturise
Tue face mask, eye brow pluck
Wed exercise
Thur fake tan to perk me up
Fri pedicure and more exercise

Healthy eating and water consumption included in the above.

Meggles76 · 25/11/2012 13:44

Thank you Karbea. I definitely agree about the diet and mood link. Reasonable weekend. Did ripped in 30 level 2 workout on Friday and then a 10k run on Saturday. Running really improves my mood.
The eating has also been more regular. Wholemeal roll and ham salad for lunch yesterday. Fish paella for dinner and some fruit in the evening on Saturday. Lunch today was veg soup. Tonight we are having pasta with meatballs in a veg sauce and salad.
I have cut and filed nails so they are all same length. Will paint nice blood red shade today. Toes already done.
I have been through wardrobe ensuring all is clean and hung or folded. No loose threads or missing buttons etc... Also sorted out scarves and accessories.

Imflabulous · 25/11/2012 13:45

Also vivi glad no toe cramps!
Spoilt hope dd croup gets better soon.

AsparagusFern · 25/11/2012 17:06

Hi all!

Great to find this thread! Can I join in?

Karbea andSpoilt I'm a big MyFitnessPal fan.

Since I discovered it last year it's basically the only thing that successfully gets my weight down. Once you've saved your favourite meals, it isn't too much of a hassle. It's even fun sometimes filling it in! However, as with everything, you need to be conscientious with it - and that's my downfall!

I thought this winter that I'd try and go for the low GI / low GL approach so I don't have to count anything. Anyone else doing this? Any tips / shared experiences gratefully received!

I'm finding it a bit of a struggle as my middle name might as well be LovesCarbs!

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 17:24

Ok I've created an account and added in breakfast/lunch and my run. Just need to fill it in daily! Maybe that'll be my one thing today haha!!

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AsparagusFern · 25/11/2012 17:32

Great Karbea Well done!

It's actually bloody addictive when you first start using it, you'll love it. You've actually inspired me to reactivate mine today....so that's my one thing!

Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 18:53

Dh has just purchase scales that link to I phone, and computer! So every time I weigh myself it will keep my phone updated. It also measures body fat etc Shock

It's going to scare me into never touching chocolate or wine gums again Grin

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 18:55

Wow that's amazing! I'm jealous!

I'm Shock how many calories there are in nuts! No wonder I didn't lose any weight last week :(

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VividVanilla · 25/11/2012 19:13

Thank you, Imflabulous. I'm rather glad too!

The hydration's progressing well today, but not a lot else is.

I shall try to up the activity thing tomorrow.

The one new thing I've done today? Just signed up to MyFitnessPal.

Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 19:39

Who wants to link into my fitness pal? Looking for more encouragement and If I think someone is checking on me it will make me be good Smile

The bar code scanner on that app is fab! Try it.

Beauty pampering session to commence shortly, hopefully dd will go to bed ok. This croup is terrible! Sad

Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 19:41

Karbea nuts are a killer in the cal stakes Sad try snacking on almonds, they are a good source of energy. No more than 10 though

VividVanilla · 25/11/2012 19:41

Spoilt - I will. Ummm - how do I find you on there??

(I hope your daughter's better soon)

Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 19:43

Ill pm you my user name Smile

Today has been bad, ignore my snacks Blush

all singing, all dancing new scales!

VividVanilla · 25/11/2012 20:07

Oh dear, spoilt, I'm all over the place now what with MN and MFP...

A virtual existence is all well and good, but real life beckons...

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 20:10

I'd love to link to you all on mfp! DM your usernames.

Onion rings are apparently MUCH worse than nuts!!! I blame my DH!!!!

I'm 23 calories over even after my hr run, I'm so glad I did it!!!!

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Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 20:50

Karbea, can't pm you from my phone Hmm but if you have already added vivid then I'm here friend. Name starting with b ending in r

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 20:58

Have sent friend requests to you both :)

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Spoiltexpatbrat · 25/11/2012 21:04

Added you Smile

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 21:34

I've update my diary so that my friends can see it.

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Karbea · 25/11/2012 21:43

Right evening round up!

Week 1 : no alcohol, no choc/crisps, no caffeine, ran, portion of fruit with breakfast, body brushing, flossing and mouthwash - one fail 35g of Lindt choc on Tuesday. Weight : Haven't lost anything, Look/feel better/fitter : think I feel more energetic, zits no change.

Sunday : created my fitness pal, keep up to date and within calories, 23 calories over!!! Grr!! ( blame DH and onion rings).

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Rockchick1984 · 26/11/2012 08:39

Oooh, can you all PM me your MFP names so I can add you? I used to use it but haven't for ages, will start again :)

Just weighed myself and I'm 1.5lb down - yay!!!!

AsparagusFern · 26/11/2012 09:45

I haven't done the adding thing yet on MFP. Will have a look!

Today I'm going to be very good and stick to my 1,200 cals. (I'm only 5'3" so that's what it's set me...)

A problem though is using up our pub quiz winnings tonight.... We won £25 worth of free drinks last week to use tonight. How do I resist that?! Vodka and soda water's okay, isn't it?! :)

Eliza22 · 26/11/2012 10:23

Morning!

My weekend didn't go as well as I'd hoped, as no time to do the Couch to 5k but on the plus side MAJOR reduction in alcohol, salad with pork for dinner where I could have had a proper roast, with all the trimmings and NO desert/cheese after! That's a BIG change, for me, so I'm happy!

Have a great week ladies!

VividVanilla · 26/11/2012 11:46

A sluggish (yet frenetic) morning after a nightmarish (literally) night.
Karbea, please note - it was me that ended up having them - and all I watched was Dragons' Den!! I hope you survived Critchley...

welp Confused

Piles of paperwork. Can I resist my sin-drawer, I wonder...? Hmm

Please do PM me your MFP usernames (other than Karbea and Spoilt who are friends on there already Smile

Rockchick, I'll PM you mine.