MFP Thread 8

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New thread for those using mfp to lose/maintain weight

Ah, you know where you went wrong though Jonty, so a lesson learned. Aiming too low is so hard to maintain.

Well done on the losses Sugar and Daw, brill stuff.

Sugar We did so many family friendly holidays don't worry, you have to do what works at that time. This is expensive, but we feel we are on the ticking time bomb of how much longer our DC will come with us, where does time go?

I'm tired too Not, actually a bit teary. Meal was lovely last night but I was up all night with a dicky tummy. I think I took it with me (so to speak..) as DH said I was very quiet and out of sorts all evening. Or maybe I can't handle rich food quite so well since starting to eat really healthily, I'm not sure. The meal was cooked fresh in front of us, and we are regulars and never had an issue before.

I'm at the PT at 10am, which will make me forget my woes, but I'll have a quiet one otherwise.

Bath Mojo will return, I promise!

Bath I've basically been bobbing around the same half stone since October. But I remember that at the start of 2016 I was 16stone, I'm now 11.8 so I'm very very happy overall. I do want to get in the 10s for my holiday though.

Need happy with simple family holidays for the moment alright. I've travelled a lot before having DD and will again when she's bigger. I'm sorry you've been ill overnight, it's miserable having a sick stomach. Most diarrhoea bugs incubate for a few days so you probably did take it with you- the type that happens fast tends to start with vomiting 4-6hours after eating.

You ought to be happy Sugar.

Thanks, I feel okay now. Tummy just a bit delicate. I toughed out the personal trainer, and actually that settled things and made me feel better weirdly, although things were starting to improve I feel. Will never know if it was a bug or just too much rich food.

Lots of kick boxing, full on boxing and abs works today and running on the spot with canisters of water etc. Just like running.....

Food.
B - Smoothie (banana, almond milk, chia seeds). Didn't fancy much.
L - Tuna bagel and clementines.
D - chicken enchiladas.

re the weight loss I meant, ha, pressed post too soon. And very proud.

First time I think I've ever heard you sound low need, glad your session went well & you've perked up. Made it to my class and got through so tick in the box. Food going well enough today, busy morning that got me through to a late lunch. Too late really as I felt a bit quesy in the gym but I made it through without seeing it again (only just) I think tomorrow's going to be a rest day

I had a pastry at my course. Should still come in at 1500 or so. Planning an early night, will have a busy morning clinic and on call again tomorrow. Thankfully off for the weekend though.

I'm glad your symptoms subsided Not and a Zumba class always sounds like such fun. That was a brilliant calorie total yesterday! Have you tried on the dress lately? Or are you going to wait until D-Day - I'm not sure what I'd do - probably wait until much closer I think.

Jonty like the ladies said, a beer isn't bad at all and it's just great that you're well (and that everyone else is too). That pound will come off again in no time. Hope office day went ok today.

Sugar well done on the losses ! Like Not said that's fantastic in 2 weeks! And I keep forgetting how much you've lost in total - Holy Moly - that's so brilliant. You're a SuperStar ! And your calorie counts are still excellent.

Bath it definitely is a phase. Or a roller coaster. We just have to ride out the slumps as best we can, and then take advantage when our mojo is around. You're here posting, and tracking, so that's brilliant when you're going through a slow patch.

Need oh gosh it's so rare for you to be under the weather for earlier and glad you're better . You're so strong physically and mentally, especially to go through with the PT session - and you were right to by the sounds of it. I think your DH has to take you for another meal so that you can find out if it was the food .

Still all fine here, work's going ok, so no stresses so far this week. Did have 2 choccies last night so finished on 1280, but knew I'd be having a lean day today. Didn't have brekkie so I'm coming in at 1000 - ravioli for tea later but don't really feel the urge for choccies at the moment. Also it's Quality Street which kind of helps as I've realised I'm definitely more of a Cadbury's addict .

Also noticed I've been drinking loads of water (which isn't helping with the loo) but it's definitely stopping me feeling tired/hungry and I haven't been this good about it for a while.

Snap on the water dawg, I'd really let that slide but this week I'm making an effort to get more in and it's helping greatly. Well done on the chocolate restraint - it's a good feeling to stop at 2 and feel satisfied. I wanted a glass of wine after dinner but I'm having a slimline tonic instead. If I still want the wine in an hour, I'll have one glass. Yeah, the dreaded dress. I'm going to wait for 2 more weeks - if it don't fit then, plan b or should I say dress b!

Need I hope you're feeling better in mind and body now
Not well done on the class and on not throwing up!
Sugar calorie count sounds good especially on such a busy day
Bath hang on in there...I find my mojo goes if I'm not getting enough sleep or in too busy/stressed..is it worth trying to tackle root cause and see if that helps lead you back to your mojo?
I'm cruising at just under 1900 today due to high cal lunch and too much coffee at work. Work was really good today though - that book I've been reading 'I know how she does it' is changing quite a few things for me. I've been more present in the things I am doing with less multitasking whether at work or at home, I've shortened or refused meetings to get time back, and been much more realistic about what I can achieve in a day. I also managed to make time for five minutes of proper cuddles with DS before work this morning, plus did my stretches routine, and I carved out fifteen minutes of my train time to do a meditation (I usually work all my train time). I've still got quite a few chapters to read so I'm looking forward to some more small changes that mean a lot.

Daw sorry didn't mean to ignore you, well done on the water, I must do better at that - going to add mint and cucumber to the shopping list and do a jug of flavoured water to keep in the fridge.

Oh that's good that work has been a touch more settled this week Daw. Water is brilliant. I am very strange, I drink mine warm, yes warm!! Boil the kettle and have 3/4 from the tap, the rest from the kettle. Slice of lemon occasionally if I have used one for cooking.

Sounds like a really interesting book Jonty. I am very guilty of not being in the moment but multi tasking in my head.

Well done on the class Not. I might as well copy and paste that sentence you are being so diligent.

Tummy has settled now thank you all. You are such a thoughtful bunch. I tired so will go to bed soon, having a glass of almond milk, which is lovely.

Tomorrow is another positive day girls and its the weekend, yee ha.

Struggling not to be grumpy this morning. Scales have gone up again to 10.7. I know it's the cumulative effect of the sandwhich lunch yesterday and the beer the day before plus it still being TOTM but that isn't helping me feel less grumpy about it. Plus I've now got quite a calorific weekend coming up (for lovely reasons, lots of socialising). Oh I need a slap round the head, it's not the end of the world.... I can just see my planned shopping day with my friend looming in March and me being nowhere goal ☹️. Oh well all I can do is stick as close to target calories as I can. Off to figure out what to eat today...

That sucks jonty, this was me 2 days ago if you remember and I was so cross! You know it's temporary, do your best today, get lots of water in and you'll v likely see it back down tomorrow. Enjoy your weekend and have fun with friends - it doesn't have to be an all out mad one, it can still be relatively restrained and enjoyable. Totm messes with your fluid retention and you've been ill.
After my 2 pound flux on Wednesday, I did 2 days averaging 1200 and as you know a fair bit of exercise, more water and v little snacking. So today I am 11.4 and I'm so delighted. That's 1.4lb down since last Friday. I'm ever hopeful that I'm turning a corner, I have NO intention of taking an increase into next week - no f**king way. I'm sick of stacking the deck against myself.
Porridge for breakfast as that worked well yesterday, something eggy for lunch, and beef brisket with a calorie counted m&s pasta side. A glass or 2 of wine, maybe a couple of chocolates. That's enough of a Friday relaxed meal and it won't break the weight loss bank. Gosh darn it, I am not messing up over the next 3 days

Not that's fantastic well done, and a timely reminder to me of how to pull it back. One more coffee to wake me up then water all day!

MORNING!!!!! Bounds into thread feeling better.

It will be temporary Jonty And TOTM. Probably the loss will be 'whoosh' next week. Don't let it spoil the weekend, but try to make sensible choices too. All you can do really. Weight is only a number. Just a number.

Brilliant Not and fabulous attitude. Pushing on. All your hard work is paying off. Keep going. You are in a good place.

I feel tons better today, so I am off for a muddy off road run to stay out of the way of the cleaner. I usually help my DM or Mil with shopping and stuff today but they are both away.

I feel so much better for eating well yesterday and I am trying to remember this feeling.

B- Porridge with berries and cocoa powder mixed in, would satisfy a chocolate fix for sure.
L - Bagel, not sure yet though.
D - Chicken parmigiana and lots of veggies.
S - wine.

Glad to hear you're much better need, back to your active self, woohoo.
I am sooooo jealous of you having a cleaner, I'm working from home & trying to get a few bits done. I hate housework, I really do

Totally amazing Not. Go for it, keep strong, restraint and keep going with the exercise and you'll knock the next 4 lbs on the head before you know it! And your blip is just temporary jonty, really. Don't be too disheartened.

I'd love to say I'll be not far behind you, but sadly mojo still lost. I feel heavy - head, heart & body. And yes, I do need more sleep jonty, and yes daw, by keeping on here has made me choose Mango over pastry for breckie on-the-run this morning, and an omelette for lunch over huge baguette. And yes you're right sugar, slowly does it. I'm just far too impatient!

I did take hound out between meetings for 1 1/2 hour blast of fresh air and sunshine too! It actually felt springlike. About time, and long may it last

I think you've done some great things today bath, making a better choice for brekkie and getting a decent walk in. You'll get back into it, once your heads in the right place. Keep with us, we'll drag you back to the bright side missus!
Doing OK, funny enough I've managed to keep away from junk. So all good in the hood. I feel like I should be doing an exercise session but my knees really do need a break. Park run or gym tomorrow. To be decided

Thanks Not. I'm going to do the Park run too tomorrow I think. You do right to give the knees a break and listen to your body. Great healthy eating. You are smashing this healthy lifestyle lark. .

Bath You know what, it's so lovely and mild out there, that's bound to be uplifting. I'm sorry you are heavy of heart. Mango is lovely.

I did a lovely and easy paced 10 mile trail run. Very hilly and muddy and mild, wonderful stuff.

Dogs walked too but I pottered rather than strode round my route.

Not been a good day. Have suddenly come down with a cold/ear infection. Self medicated with chocolate. Just writing day off, hopefully ibuprofen will settle the earache and hopefully nobody will call me tonight.

Happy Friday everyone!

Just caught up with the thread. Sorry I've been a bad girl and I've not been posting the last few days. There have unfortunately also been a few more binges over that time.... Wish I could save the calories for stuff I could properly enjoy, like meals out, rather than all the mindless junk.....

However I'm still willing everyone along!

Poor sugar, hope its only a temporary illness - self medicate away. Fingers X'Ed you didn't get a call out.
Any reason for the binges sesame? Like a glut of chocolate to hand or just a spate of comfort eating? Put it behind you regardless, you're in maintenance mode and that's going to take some getting used to.
Scales is still 11.4 - which is great. Helped massively by pretty much going to bed at 8pm last night, nothing to eat after diner and I stuck to 1 x wine, 1 x G&T. Bit of a rubbish Friday night but good for the diet. Going to class at 8am, it's going to be murder! Happy Saturday all

Hi, just been reading through this thread. Sounds like you've been going for a while but can I join you Pleeaase! I've just installed mfp and finally feeling motivated. I'm in for the long haul with around 5 stone to lose. Starting off with aim of 1500 calories a day.

Of course you can diemme, you're very welcome. Maybe take it 7 pounds at a time, like a 10 step programme. 1500 sounds sensible, any idea what you had been eating calorie wise before that? If it was a decent amount, might be an idea to start at 1800 and work your way down.
Class done, knee was a bit creaky but it is what it is, it's no worse after the hour. Chilling out for a bit, nearly felt I could have managed the park run after it but I think that was adrenaline buzzing about. Maybe one day. Company over for dinner tonight, going to be a challenge to stick to the calories though. I bought a tape measure, measured myself, measured the dress. 2" to go and less than 3 weeks. Yeah...