Accomplishing August

[Octopus37]

Hi all, here's the new thread. Lets all hope for some sunshine in August.

Weighed in at 8st12.75 this morning, down 4.75 pounds in July, but its a very unusual month. Not setting a specific goal as such, but if I lose a couple more pounds would be great, would prefer less stress though.

Keep going @LadyDanburysHat you’re doing so well!
I had an ok day yesterday, I did have a cake at my aunts house as predicted but DH and I took the boys for a walk and to the park again so got some fresh air and exercise in! I’m finding it a lot easier this week with DH on board with me

Thank you @LBB2020. It has been so slow lately but I know this weight needs to come off. I've never been this heavy in my life.

I really wish my DH was on board. In the past 3 days he has brought home, iced finger bus, custard slices and egg custard tarts. I tell him how unhelpful this is but he doesn't care.

Keep going @LadyDanburysHat, you are doing well. Slow and steady wins the race. Ate chips last night after I had collected my Son, with that and period, up to 8st13.5 this morning. Busy day today. Hope the sun comes out again.

@LadyDanburysHat my DH was the same! He’d constantly be bringing treats home to cheer me up if I’d had a hard day or bad night with the baby etc! His heart was completely in the right place but it was so unhelpful as I have no willpower to resist cakes and chocolates! Keep going the weight will come off!
That’s probably water then @Octopus37 so I’m sure it’ll come straight back off!
I had an ok day yesterday and got out for a couple of walks but I did have a small chocolate bar, everything in moderation!
Taking the boys to the farm today so that will be more walking! I’m going to buy some scales today as I have no idea how much I weigh now! I was around 10st when I last weighed myself before the scales broke, I imagine I’m probably still around that as I went a bit crazy on holiday up until now

Morning all, I am back to 12st 1.7 this morning. I did overeat slightly yesterday through frustration. Wednesday is the busiest day for me and I never get to do any exercise as I'm too bust with other things. Back to focus today. I know that everything that comes off is good. Just super impatient.

Still 13:3 here. The month of damage limitation. Back to work on the 1st September and will try and get more 'on it' then.

Enjoy the rest of your holiday @TheHoneyBadger. 8st13.25 here, period not started properly though. Hope everyone has a good day

Thanks Octopus. I'm back to 13:1 bang on this morning interestingly. I may leave August with a loss yet.

12st 1.5 today. Feeling stuck, but know it will start moving again soon if I keep faith.

Another ok day yesterday but felt really unsatisfied and almost went and raided DS1 treats but managed to stop myself!
Today has been ok, DH was hinting to order a takeaway as “we’ve been good all week” but I said no he’s sulking a little now!

Up to 9st this morning, period still starting and too many carbs. Hopefully it will balance out.

13:1 here again. Damage control working hopefully.

After a pretty good week I’m going to have to really make an effort over the weekend as we have a family party tomorrow and I don’t want to undo it all in a day!
I still don’t know what I weigh but my stomach definitely looks like it’s deflated a bit and I haven’t felt bloated at all this week!
Off for a walk with DH and the boys this morning hoping the sunshine makes an appearance! Hope everyone has a good weekend x

Enjoy LB. 13:1.2 today. Need a big push in September to move on and drop another little shelf.

I’ve been more focused on sorting the house out and reading and resting over the summer holidays. Plus all those social occasions after so long fairly isolated.

It’s all good.

Day out in Newcastle with DS yesterday, long day, too much food, but it was worth it to have that quality time. 9st today, very tired dont feel like moving from the sofa today, but will take the dog out.

13:0.7.

Sounds like a lovely day octopus. How’s he feeling about being apart from gf now he’s back?

Ok, i'm back.
@TheHoneyBadger and @LadyDanburysHat, I am joining you in writing off August.
I've given Man V Food a run for his money to be honest. I'm not proud but i'm trying not to shame spiral, trying to feel more neutral with regards to food. So, today is a new day. September is a clean slate.

He's ok thanks @TheHoneyBadger, very reieved to have him back. They have decided to stay today, time will tell. He is focusing on keeping busy with his football, but it was lovely to have a rare day out.

@NutellaEllaElla really think you are taking the right approach life is for living. Also love how September always feels like a new start with everything.

Have been feeling under the weather the last few days keep doing lateral flow tests, which luckily have been negative. Need to go out and do some work later. Hoping it will pass. 8st13 this morning.

That's so validating thank you xxx

Please can I shuffle in for the end of the thread? I've written off August. It's been a disaster as far as weight and healthy eating go but we have had lots of fantastic trips out to the beach, the Peak District, and generally enjoying the summer holidays. There's been a lot of chips, ice cream, and rock but today I'm starting as I mean to go on and will be logging everything on MFP and daily weighing. I know it's advised not to daily weigh but if I forget for a few days I get anxious that I'll have gained weight. I need constant vigilance I'm looking forward to getting back to the school run and achieving my fitbit goals.

I'll have a catch up now as haven't been on this thread at all.

Forgot to add: I'm now 66.9kg but was expecting far worse. I've finally come on after waiting 2 weeks for my period and having PMT for the past 3/4 weeks and associated need for chocolate. I might have to give up chocolate until Christmas as I don't seem to have an off button.

Brave of you to weigh yourself the flattered! I promised myself I wouldn't for like a month

Welcome back both of you

Yes, definitely no self flagellation allowed for enjoying August and eating and socialising and generally having a life. Life is for living and there was definitely an air of who knows if this month might be the only time we get for catching up and sharing celebrations before it all goes to shit again.

We can all help each other get back on track and nothing is irreversible (except government plans and announcements)

We’ve had a wonderful weekend with family and out to the zoo today (weather was miserable but we made the most of it!). I’ve definitely eaten more treats than I should have but as I say it’s been such a lovely weekend I’ve got my steps in every day so I don’t feel guilty at all! I did wake up feeling pretty bloated this morning so I’ll be glad to get back on the wagon tomorrow! DH and I sat and meal planned for this week again so it’s good he’s still on board as that helped keep me on the straight and narrow last week!

1229 calories today but not much exercise just pottering about doing laundry. So far so good.