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Am going to stop eating crap and lose 4 stone. Want to help me stay on the straight and narrow?

956 replies

SparkyMalarky · 12/09/2010 22:30

That's it really. Need to lose 4 stone, have failed at every diet I've tried so am going back to basics - 3 low fat meals, 2 healthy snacks, 2 litres of water, more exercise.

I have to do it - on a serious note, have two gorgeous DCs and I want to be fit for them - this weight is not good for me and I know that I'm putting myself at risk of heart trouble, diabetes etc etc - and what's more, I want to wear a size 12 again - instead of size 20 for fuck's sake.

Have failed on all the summer weight loss threads so am hoping that starting my own will spur me on! So anyone with me? Or just want to come and shout at me when I want a chunky kit kat?

OP posts:
solo · 16/02/2011 13:47

Feeling crappy here...Dd is ill again, cancelled my weigh in appointment and taking Dd to see GP instead...
Still at my wits end with the financial situation and can't think of what to do for the best...I could cry. The stress is playing on my ME, so feeling physically ill.
Got Paul McKenna on Saturday and wish it was a month away

The scales are not my friend right now.

Hope everything is Ok with you all.

florencerusty · 16/02/2011 16:51

Oh Solo I wish I knew what to say (()) sorry to be so unMN.

Niecie - phew bet thats a relief though for now.

We're ok here, not sure I am doing well this week but fingers crossed anyway. Seems to have been a busy week and I have coninced myself its thursday - so there could be trouble ahead lol

Niecie · 16/02/2011 17:07

Oh Solo, hope there is nothing too seriously wrong with DD and she is fine again soon.

Sorry to hear you are feeling bad too. Worry can take a huge physical toll can't it? Do you have any ideas on what to do next?

I reckon you should go on Saturday and forget about your troubles for an hour or two. You sound like you need a night out. Hope a poorly DD doesn't mean you can't get a baby sitter. You seem to have been looking forward to it for ages and I am sure it will give you a boost.

Not much happening here. Didn't eat anything all morning then went to Asda and bought fresh bread. Bad move. Sad

Had DS2's parent's evening last night. The teacher sang his praises, said he was a model pupil. We told him how proud we were and how well he is doing. Next thing I know he is crying in bed complaining he isn't good at anything and that he was going to miss his teacher when he goes to the juniors in September. Strange (but lovely) child. If he just had some confidence he would go far. Don't know what to do with him really. In a lot of ways he is like me which is not a good thing.

solo · 17/02/2011 11:08

Just a virus. She is not well at all, though she's playing right now which is better than usual...cuddling up to me and wont let go kinda thing. I feel pretty low still myself.

I'm going to PM on Saturday; Mum will have the Dc's anyway for me.
Catch up with you all soon.

Niecie · 17/02/2011 23:50

I've probably said this before but I hate viruses - there isn't anything you can do for them except sit and wait for them to be over.

Hope your DD perks up quickly and that you start to feel better too.

I have had bit of a week this week. Broken boiler, dodgy laptop (which then behaved impeccably when I took it back to repairers) and then, this evening as I was driving home, my car started to sound like it had morphed from an ordinary hatchback to an F1 car. I got home, had a look at the back as best I could in the dark and saw that the exhaust was dragging on the floor. Marvellous. Got to pack for the in-law visit and get the car sorted tomorrow which is going to be a challenge. We aren't using my car to get there but I still don't want to leave it as a heap on the drive.

All this has lead to a certain amount of medicinal chocolate eating so I am not looking forward to weigh in tomorrow.

florencerusty · 18/02/2011 08:24

Miffed
Stayed the same

Rugbylovingmum · 18/02/2011 09:01

Hi all,

another 2lb off here so now 14st 1lb. I'm really relieved - I had a great start to the week but then DP was away for a couple of nights and I was tired so I spent both evenings on the sofa with a book eating buttered toast and chocolate buttons Blush.

It is my mum and SIL's birthday this weekend so we are going out for a lovely meal this evening. The restaurant is lovely so I'm not even going to pretend I'll just order a salad Wink. Hopefully I can make up for it during the week. I really need to start doing some exercise but I am just so tired in the evening at the moment I can't find any motivation.

Good luck to everyone weighing in today.

Rugbylovingmum · 18/02/2011 09:03

Flo - that's annoying but at least you didn't put anything on. Hope you have a better weigh in next week.

solo · 18/02/2011 13:44

I haven't weighed today. Forgot to actually, but that's probably my brain saying 'don't do it, you've been very silly and you know it!!!'
Paul McKenna tomorrow, so hopefully I'll be feeling better about everything by Sunday morning! well, that's the plan...

Niecie · 18/02/2011 13:48

I am going to say no change. There might be a bit of a decrease but I got 3 different readings today not so not reliable and they were between 0 and 3.5lb!!Shock

I might try again tomorrow before we go to the in-laws and then brace myself for a before 'numerous cafe stops and nice food' weight and an after one next weekend.

Well done rugbylovingmum. You can enjoy your meal out now!

Never mind Florence. There is always next week.

sillybillymummy · 18/02/2011 22:44

Hello lovely yummy mummies

I have been busy starvingmyself-- this week

So to keep record: 12.7 this morning.

I can't believe that is half a stone already in 2 weeks. Thank goodness really, otherwise i wouldn't be able to keep it up.

I seem to be shopping more if anything, to keep up the 'healthy food' and make sure i have something i 'fancy'

Sorry its not going well for some, i know i will be htere soon, once my motivation/willpower starts fading.

I have a major test coming up on monday. i am taking the DC to see grandparents for the week (without DH to keep an eye on me!), and its the sort of place where you have to eat, eat eat. Nice food / cafes / restaurants, and as i've already said, my mums whole life revolves around food, and when we are eating it!

So i am dreading coming back and being 13 stone again!! I really want to keep this up, but it is so hard to diet when you're not in own environment/ routine. I am taking healthy food with me! Going well armed. But they manage a hotel, and so i can't sort of just 'whip up a dinner' - it's going to be tough! So get ready for a depressed sillybilly this time next week!

Niecie · 18/02/2011 23:54

I know what you mean, sillybilly. We are going to see the in-laws for a week and it will revolve around coffee and cake shop stops, no matter what we do!

I need to check out whether it would be worth drinking hot chocolate by itself (no squirty cream - I don't like it) rather than having tea and a biscuit or a tea cake. Would I save any calories? There is less pressure to indulge in biscuits if I have a hot choc.

If I don't keep on track this week, I will have trouble losing that stone by Easter I was hoping for. There are only 9 weeks to go but 12lb to lose!

Niecie · 18/02/2011 23:55

Oh and most importantly I should have said well done sillybillymummy!! Grin

sillybillymummy · 19/02/2011 16:38

Thanks Niecie
I know what you mean. I'm not sure which is best. The Zone i'm in, i would just have a cup of tea. But then once i'm there.. i'm not sure i am that strong!

I have a BIG birthdayt his easter, and am also hoping to loose a stone. I know i lost 4 lbs this week, but it gets harder the lighter i get!

florencerusty · 21/02/2011 08:32

monday morning motivation is a bit wobbly but really have to do this as I am not sure I am making much progress anymore - may be asking for help ladies.

How are we all?

solo · 21/02/2011 11:08

Hi flo. I will have to come back later on as I'm at Mum's atm.

Paul McKenna was fabulous; wish you could've come as he was inspirational.

solo · 23/02/2011 12:55

How are you all doing? I'm not losing anything at all, but I'm going to throw myself into the PM thing big style and see what happens. Have any of you got his book and cd?

florencerusty · 24/02/2011 08:47

bump bump

florencerusty · 24/02/2011 08:48

No but maybe the book is the way to start - may have to have a look.
Looks like I'll be staying the same again :(

solo · 24/02/2011 12:07

Ladies!!!!!!!! I urge you to get the book; it's in Tesco atm for £5.49.

Yesterday I weighed myself and it was hideous. I've been listening to the set of discs (not done them all yet) and doing the 4 steps and guess what?!! I'm down by 4 1/2lbs today!

Rugbylovingmum · 24/02/2011 12:22

Hi all,

I'm dreading weighing myself tomorrow. I had a lovely meal last weekend and just haven't stopped eating since then. Work has been hectic, DP is on a training course so leaving early and home late and poor DD is stuffed with cold and not sleeping so I'm exhausted and eating crap Sad. I need to get a grip but just don't have the energy -please give me a big kick up the a**e.

solo · 24/02/2011 12:35

Rugby, get Paul McKenna's I can make you slim. Seriously.

florencerusty · 24/02/2011 15:36

Solo - how? how does it work?

sillybillymummy · 24/02/2011 22:10

Hello Ladies - sounds like i need that book! So does it come on disc aswell? I am much more likely to find time to listen to it, in the car..

Well, i am still away at mums - she does not believe in scales! So i will put my weight on saturday when i get home. It will be interesting to see?! I have been REALLY good, despite being dragged to every cafe/restaurant in town (to save on washing up?! thats what they say)
They even insisted on going to the new fish and chip shop in town.. but i had grilled salmon and salad - so feeling very proud of myself. Have also gone for 2 long runs (as i have been able to leave the kids with them - though when i got home, they didn't even know where they were?!?!)

Sorry enough about me, i am shocked at my willpower! Never felt 'in this zone' before.

I have got an idea / challenge for you ladies... I really feel like i need to make the most of being dedicated at the moment - SO i was thinking of doing the cabbage soup diet, starting monday, as i have this big social event 4th march. Anybody fancy joining me, to see how much we can loose between us? Might help us along our journey. I have got the recipe and details of the 7 days. Will have to break it on the friday night, when i am going to drink coupious amounts of alcohol!
Slim line g&t's you understand!

Come on ladies, lets see tomorrows weight, and challenge ourselves!!

solo · 24/02/2011 22:13

Flo, it's not a diet for starters, so the pressure is off! you follow certain rules and make them a way of life...

1, When you are hungry EAT

2, Eat what you WANT

3, Eat CONSCIOUSLY

4, When you are full STOP

The eat consciously is that you eat a mouthful at a time by putting down your knife and fork/spoon after each mouthful and chew at least 20 times. You will find that if you listen to your body, you will know when you are full. The important next step is to stop when you are full (which was my biggest mistake before Saturday), leaving what is left; that is the most difficult part for me as I was brought up to clear my plate, don't waste food etc. I'm serving myself smaller portions so that I don't waste much.