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Auggies thread 17

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Blondeshavemorefun · 01/09/2025 13:55

We have all been on for over a year now

Last month the year before , we gathered our courage and started what would be a memorable journey for us all - made some hopefully forever friends

Gather round my little auggies 😍 and we are all doing amazingly so be proud of yourselves

The amount of weight per person lost varies from 1-2stone - 3-4 - 5-6 - 7+
in a year

We are amazing !!!

All of us have totally changed our body shape - reduced our bmi and weight and hopefully improved our health

Some are at goal - and working out how to maintain - some nearing it
And some still have weight they want to lose

We are still here cheering you on till you get to your happy weight so please do carry on posting

Some have stopped for cost - esp after the aug announcements - still so thankful we started it when we did

Imagine Aug 25 and being told 2/3w later prices were increasing lots - I def couldn’t have managed a year of mj at new sept prices esp as doses didn’t really effect me even 15 !

Blowing baby dust your way to those who are ttc

ALL of us have lost weight and I love the fact we are all so supportive to each other over weight and our general day to day lives

This year will almost be harder. To keep the weight off Esp if reducing dose or off completely

only 2 words to say 😂😂

🐘 Elephant Penis 🐘

1 lb = a Gunea pig
1.5 lbs = a dozen Krispy Kreme donuts
2 lbs = a rack of baby back ribs
3 lbs = an average human brain
4 lbs = an ostrich egg
5 lbs – a Chihuahua
6 lbs = a human skin
7.5 = an average newborn
8 lbs = a human head
10 lbs = amount of chemical additives an American consumes every year
11 lbs = an average housecat
12 lbs = a Bald Eagle
15 lbs = 10 dozen large eggs
16 lbs = a sperm whales brain
20 lbs = a car tire
23 lbs = amount of pizza an Average American eats in a year
24 lbs – a 3 gallon tub of super premium ice cream
25 lbs = an average 2 year old
30 lbs = amount of cheese an average American eats in (1) year
33lbs – a cinder block
36 lbs a mid-size microwave
40 lbs = a 5 gallon bottle of water or an average human leg
44 lbs = an elephant’s heart
50 lbs – a small bale of hay
55lbs a 5000 BTU air conditioner
60 lbs = an elephant’s penis 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘
66 lbs – amount of fats and oils an average American eats in (1) year
70 lbs – an Irish Setter
77 lbs – a gold brick
80 lbs – the World’s Largest Ball of Tape
90 lbs – a new born calf
100 lbs = a 2 month old horse
111 lbs = amount of red meat an average American eats in (1) year
117 = an average fashion model and she’s 5’11”
118 lbs= the complete Encyclopedia Brittanica
120 lbs = amount of trash you throw away in a month
130 lbs = a newborn giraffe
138 lbs = amount of potatoes an average American eats in a year
140 lbs = amount of refined sugar an average American eats in a year
144 lbs = and average adult woman (and she’s 5’4”)
150 lbs – the complete Oxford English Dictionary
187 lbs – an average adult man
200 lbs – 2 Blood hounds
235 lbs = Arnold Schwarzenegger
300 lbs = an average football lineman
400 lbs – A Welsh pony

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FurForksSake · 15/09/2025 10:56

Ah that is annoying! I wore trousers on Saturday that fit a few months ago and I liked and now they are too big. I can’t afford to replace them now.

Blondeshavemorefun · 15/09/2025 12:15

fab nsv @morbidcuriosityso you are happy to stay at 11s and maintaining

I know I rave about Temu but their clothes are really good for the price and I hate shopping so love the way they come to me. I try on and send back if don’t like

this is why I didn’t buy many clothes why losing weight and stayed in baggy stuff till literally falling off me or cheap leggings £4 jeans

went from a 20 (as did find 20 jeans and leggings 😳😳 and must have stretched the other 18’s) to a 12

the lovely @NippyNinjaCrab sent me some 16’s that I couldn’t get into in Feb and then by May I think was finally in them and now loose /falling down

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morbidcuriosity · 15/09/2025 12:27

I think so, as on my way down the stones I thought 12 stone would be it, actually thought 12 stone would be amazing and unachievable, but here we are..
There is a small bit of me that thinks I should go a bit lower, but as my body is now changing shape and the inches seem to be dropping I think I've got to get the numbers out of my head.
For now I think between 11 and 11 and half, currently BMI 22.1 so low enough I think, well low enough from BMI 36 that is..
I've upped my calories a bit, I shall do this slow and still weigh every day for now, just to keep it in check..

Still actually saying I weigh 11 stone is just unreal, my brain still does not quite believe it, and when I hear friends say they are like 11 and half but much shorter than me, I'm in quite disbelief really..

I'm still learning.

Blondeshavemorefun · 15/09/2025 12:50

Yes it seems mad to me I got to 11s and now half a stone less and that’s not trying

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PoemsForTea · 15/09/2025 17:57

Just to say had a good if frustrating first order with Medicine marketplace. My last 12.5 pen was July- in Aug I waited and waited as noone had stock of 12.5 or 15 .
Then the EliLilly shit bomb went off so managed to secure a couple of 10 pens, so I've been administering 15mg from a 10 pen to try and get to where I want to be quicker (Which is working)
So I tried to order a 15mg from MMP and they wouldn't prescribe it as my last ones were a 10. They also called me last night and were really, very nice but refunded me 20 quid and have issued a 12.5.
I fully understand, its just annoying due to the stock issues. Anyway, if the free delivery comes good it's a hard recommend for the service!

Azuresky68 · 15/09/2025 18:08

Hi everyone. About clothes...I have sold a lot of too big clothes on Vinted and rebought similar items and updated my wardrobe with other stuff from Vinted at zero cost. So happy with 2 items received today ..like new. Both in size 8..previously I was 14/16. Another few on their way. See photos of my purchases. Must admit bought a few other things ..tik tok shop is one of my favourite places. Easy to return too.

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Azuresky68 · 15/09/2025 18:16

About my back pain...been a bit down with constant pain, despite having steroid injections. I wake up in pain, spend the day in pain and go to bed in pain but I can still be active..in fact sitting for me is the worst thing I can do . Saw my doctor today and I am going to try Naproxen. Taken my first tablet. She has referred me to the musculoskeletal pain clinic to investigate other options. For the first time in ages I bought chocolate..a chunky kit Kat. Ate it then felt sick 😫 I recognised my comfort eating behaviour though and realised it didn't help one little bit!

Blondeshavemorefun · 15/09/2025 18:21

Your tick too is my Temu 😂 @Azuresky68

sorry for back pain but hope naproxen helps. Assume on omeprezole as well

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FurForksSake · 15/09/2025 19:04

Sorry about the pain @Azuresky68you know there is much sympathy in these parts. Have you tried a tens machine? I find that gives me some back pain relief / distraction in the evenings. It does heat as well and that helps.

Azuresky68 · 15/09/2025 20:40

Blondeshavemorefun · 15/09/2025 18:21

Your tick too is my Temu 😂 @Azuresky68

sorry for back pain but hope naproxen helps. Assume on omeprezole as well

Not on that other one..doctor didn't mention it..

FurForksSake · 15/09/2025 20:45

@Azuresky68you need to take a stomach protector with naproxen, it’s really important. I take lansoprazole as that is what gp prescribes, it may vary which one but you need something. gp should sort it out if you contact them.

PoemsForTea · 15/09/2025 20:53

FurForksSake · 15/09/2025 20:45

@Azuresky68you need to take a stomach protector with naproxen, it’s really important. I take lansoprazole as that is what gp prescribes, it may vary which one but you need something. gp should sort it out if you contact them.

Hard agree - my naproxen prescription is mirrored with an Omeprozole prescription

Blondeshavemorefun · 15/09/2025 21:10

Azuresky68 · 15/09/2025 20:40

Not on that other one..doctor didn't mention it..

You should be on it or something similar

as @FurForksSake it’s important and very weird doc didn’t say you need to

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Weepixie · 16/09/2025 08:28

I’m not one for podcasts but I picked up on one on another thread and listened to an episode that I thought was very good. The guy being interviewed does get very excited at times but I’ve learned so much from him and the woman who’s podcast it is.

Half Size Me - Talk on fat loss, medication, and long term results with Lyle McDonald ( HSM 686)

PoemsForTea · 16/09/2025 13:21

First order from Medicine marketplace. Did consultation on 11/09 , requested further info on 13th, called me on Sunday, dispatched monday and arrived with frozen ice pack this morning 16/09. Free delivery too. One is suitably impressed!!

FurForksSake · 16/09/2025 13:40

My two pens from August have just been approved by oushk, im glad I ordered it but do have a little bit of fear about the fridge breaking with my Mounjaro in it!

Im having a very hungry week and having to be really careful with my tracking. I’m obviously not ready to start going down the doses. I’m trying to prioritise fibre and protein but definitely having some cravings. I don’t know why it’s feeling different this week. I might go back to jabbing every seven days instead of eight if this continues.

Blondeshavemorefun · 16/09/2025 13:43

PoemsForTea · 16/09/2025 13:21

First order from Medicine marketplace. Did consultation on 11/09 , requested further info on 13th, called me on Sunday, dispatched monday and arrived with frozen ice pack this morning 16/09. Free delivery too. One is suitably impressed!!

Sounds similar to pharmolous and similar pricing

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Blondeshavemorefun · 16/09/2025 13:44

I can’t imagine every 8/10/12 days

once a week girl here

but for how long lol

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Slimhopes · 16/09/2025 14:08

FurForksSake · 16/09/2025 13:40

My two pens from August have just been approved by oushk, im glad I ordered it but do have a little bit of fear about the fridge breaking with my Mounjaro in it!

Im having a very hungry week and having to be really careful with my tracking. I’m obviously not ready to start going down the doses. I’m trying to prioritise fibre and protein but definitely having some cravings. I don’t know why it’s feeling different this week. I might go back to jabbing every seven days instead of eight if this continues.

Also having a hungry week - and still on 15mg for another week or two 😵‍💫- and yes aware of cravings . Just wandered the house looking for a biscuit 😩

Azuresky68 · 16/09/2025 14:20

@Blondeshavemorefun @FurForksSake I am on lanzoprazol too. Feeling low..normally stay positive... about lack of pain relief ..currently on paracetamol, codeine and Naproxen...woke in the night in high level of pain. Went for my Tuesday walk with friends..it's a gentle one - just over 2.5 miles. Lovely to be in the sunshine 🌞 and have a chat about pain relief 😅

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FurForksSake · 16/09/2025 14:41

@Azuresky68what lovely photos! Pain is so debilitating. I was just sat here thinking how pissed off I am that the steroid injections in my hip haven’t worked. And my sciatica is bad today.

I am researching rollator, we are going to Scotland in October and I am determined to get out and about to some degree.

I hope the fresh air has blown away some cobwebs and you’ll sleep better tonight. Amitryptiline, I think you’ve already tried? If not might be worth a chat with gp about.

@Slimhopesive just had some raspberries and a big drink. I hope the hunger passes for us both!

Blondeshavemorefun · 16/09/2025 15:13

I’ve had hungry and I ate crisps and biscuits. Not good !!

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FurForksSake · 16/09/2025 16:04

I’ve bought bloody pies for dinner and then just looked at how calorific they are. I don’t know the last time I ate pie, 700 calories a portion. I feel faint 😆

never mind, I need some higher calorie days.

im consciously trying to drink more today as I feel that might be part of my issue with being so stagnant in my weight. And hungry today.

Blondeshavemorefun · 16/09/2025 16:06

The odd pie isn’t going to hurt

I had them weekly on holiday and sts

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FurForksSake · 16/09/2025 16:29

I’m still 2lbs up from one trip to the harvester. My body hates me at the moment and I’m feeling quite despondent about the lack of movement after one meal out. I was sure it was temporary but it has stuck. I was down to 8st8 and so close to goal and now 8st10. It’s been over a week. I track my calories and I’m around the 1000 a day mark, I’m wondering if it’s too low but I’m so scared of putting on weight I’m loathed to experiment. I keep talking about trying higher dailies but I feel like there is no reason I can’t lose weight on this.