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May I lose more this month

329 replies

Octopus37 · 01/05/2021 08:12

Apologies, cannot remember who's idea this was for a thread title, but I have stolen it.

9st3.75 this morning, meaning I am 0.25 down from the start of April. Not great, but I did get up to 9st7 in April, so I'll take that. Would be delighted if I could lose a pound this month. Lets hope the weather picks up, I'm sure that will help everyone.

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NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 13:30

Respect to you for going to the gym while feeling jab side effects!

We walked for a couple of hours this morning. Bought a tasty treat from a dessert shop for this evening which I made the mistake of asking for the nutritional information for. Still, it's better to know than pretend!

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 14:09

You make me smile Nutella Grin

I did my 10k step walk and inadvertently fasted for 19h as I didn't get a chance to eat till 1.30. It does not suit me but anyway I'm nice and full now.

Cuzco · 15/05/2021 14:21

Great work @TheHoneyBadger

The problem with crumpets is that they really need to be dripping in butter!

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 15:02

Butter I can get on with! GrinI saw another thread on her about a particular method for best health.. 3 meals, no wheat or sugar and butter instead of oil.. No restrictions outside of that, can't remember name of book/guru.

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 15:42

@HeyGirlHeyBoy

You make me smile Nutella Grin

I did my 10k step walk and inadvertently fasted for 19h as I didn't get a chance to eat till 1.30. It does not suit me but anyway I'm nice and full now.

Well that's nice 🤣

I know what you mean about butter but it was still great with Marmite.

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 17:47

I've never had marmite. I was an extremely fussy and restrictive eater as a child. Lovely Thai curry on way here.

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 20:15

Logging for the day!
Greek yoghurt and berries, cappuccino
Thai green curry with potatoes and rice.
Boom!
Teeth brushed, skincare complete. 2L water and 10k steps.

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 20:34

Never had Marmite, don't know what crumpets are...smh

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 20:37

Grin What is smh?! Grin

I had forgotten your original name!! I hope you'll still be my friend! Wink

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 20:38

Shakes my head Grin We can still be friends but you have a whole new world ahead of you! Exciting times.

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 20:41

Oh and i'm not owning up to what i've eaten today.

Onesnowynight · 15/05/2021 20:53

Dp was up last time so had chicken burger and salad.

Was a little naughty today as I had a chilled caramel coffee and a chocolate biscuit.

Tonight we are having chicken breast, salad and jacket potato, but have had a large glass of wine.

Went to the gym 5 times last week however it’s closed for the weekend and I’m strangely missing it!

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 21:16

Oh, if anyone has Sky, I watched a Promising Young Woman last night and it's the best thing i've seen in a while.

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 21:23

Oh it's fabulous.

Cuzco · 15/05/2021 21:45

Daily check in again - sorry for boring you all, but I'm really going to try and stick on it this week, and see what (if any!) difference it makes. Had a fuck it moment today when we had tickets for a national trust place and having hoped for a picnic amongst the bluebells, instead sat on a bench in the drizzle. The toddler was being a little sod, so I bought a pity-me hot chocolate. Only other snacks today are 22g of chocolate buttons.

1,448 calories
11,098 steps

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 21:51

That's so great especially for a weekend @Cuzco.

@Onesnowynight it's essential for your muscles to have recovery days Wink

NutellaEllaElla · 15/05/2021 21:52

I practice this most days Grin.

So because of my sins today, i'm planning on a cycle in the morning. Saying it here for accountability....

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 15/05/2021 21:54

Not boring at all Cuzco! Well done. I think a hot chocolate is a good option, you're unlikely to keep drinking it!

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 16/05/2021 08:01

Another 0.25lb down here, 8st 13.5. I know I'll be slow moving now, reminding myself of that. Will try fit in a walk today. Have a good day all.

NutellaEllaElla · 16/05/2021 08:16

How close to your goal are you now?

HeyGirlHeyBoy · 16/05/2021 08:24

Well my lowest was early October last year Nutella which lasted about 24h Hmm That was 8st 7.5. To maintain around there would be great, that is my 'natural' size, as such. I have a very slight frame and I'm small so that half stone is really noticeable, on or off. But I'll try not to get hung up on a particular weight if I can and just maintain this good eating 3 decent meals, not getting over hungry and that will do it for me I think. Harder than it sounds sometimes as we all know but for now, not difficult, feeling very much in the zone. Getting to 8st 13 would be a boost as that was weight end of Christmas week. Don't ask me how. I think I was walking a lot!! How are you this morning?

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Octopus37 · 16/05/2021 08:51

Well done everyone. Interesting about crumpets being only 97 calories, may have to buy some today. I would happily eat one just on its own, also satisfying cause they are toasted. Went out with a friend last night, drinks and food so 9st4.75 this morning. Lots of water today and will aim for good steps.

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Octopus37 · 16/05/2021 08:51

Meant to say 9st4.25

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NutellaEllaElla · 16/05/2021 09:15

You're getting close then! Good stuff.

Happy to be spreading the crumpet word Grin

I slept poorly and feel rough this morning. No cycling this morning as hoped. We'll see how the day progresses.

Hope everyone's enjoying their weekend Smile

TheHoneyBadger · 16/05/2021 09:20

Morning. Not weighed this morning. Ate the motherload of pasta pesto with mackerel flakes and cheese yesterday. Carb attack but first time I’ve had or wanted pasta in a long time. I seem to have a cold unless it’s still vaccine related.

My mum’s birthday today so there will be eating and drinking but a bit of walking to get there and back.

Have a good day everyone