LOSE IT! March 2022 🌼

[TheRealHousewife]

WOW 😯 Where did February go … A Warm Welcome to New and existing Members alike! Fresh new month, fresh new start, fresh new habits. Jump right in to reset & refresh to become a healthier version of yourself.

As no one size fits all, members need to follow their own way of eating. This thread aims to offer guidance, support and a bit of hand holding.

We generally have WOW (Weigh On Wednesday) day each week. However post and share your progress as often or as little as you prefer. Do what works for you.

The important thing is not to think of it as a diet (based on deprivation and unsustainable) but more a way of life (sustainable & enjoyable).

I calorie count based on a lower carb Mediterranean diet. I intermittent fast and generally eat twice a day.

Are you in😊 What food plan will you be following? What do you want to change and why?

February 2022

Useful link if you’re unsure where to start:-

NHS Weight Loss Plan

More links to follow.

@Crazzzycat
Thank you! In 2020 I had a lower starting weight and lost 2.75lb a week for around 5 months and ended up at the bottom of my weight range and quite lean (I was hoping to start lifting just before I was injured). A 2 hour walk a day plus a 45 minute workout 5 times a week, no restricting. Then I tore my rotator doing CPR and suffered a bereavement and I’ve put almost 4 stone on in 6 months (kept it off for over a year and maintained) Because I have important exams coming up I am hoping for more than 1lb a week but don’t want to push myself too much.

I walked 13 miles a day the last 4 days but I’ve only done a mile today so far. Hoping to get out later, maybe for a run. I bought a treadmill so I have no excuses when it’s dark but being outside is still better

Hi all, I've read a lot of the thread and it's so positive and encouraging, I'd love to join?

SW - 14st
GW - 12.6

This is the heaviest I've ever been so bit of a shock but I'm feeling very motivated. I'm aiming to hit goal by maintaining a calorie deficit of 1400 a day and walking 10k steps. Just did a YouTube dance workout too that was super fun feeling positive.

@NewYorkCityDreamer, I know everyone is different of course, but I started at the beginning of March last year and lost 22kg/3.5 stone by September...and then I stalled for three months 😂 Nevertheless, that gives some idea of what’s possible.

I didn’t do anything too extreme. I calorie count, but make sure I eat enough to fuel my body properly (1600 calories minimum as I’m tall & active). I try to make sure that most of what I eat is healthy, that I don’t have too many snacks and that I stay active. All that walking you are doing is great and will really help you! 🙂

Good Afternoon Everyone

A warm welcome to the thread @BellyDancer124 @CloudySunshine. Great ladies on here who are inspiring, motivating & encouraging. Keep reading & posting, even on your not so good days. It does help.

@NewYorkCityDreamer I’m super impressed with your miles walked 😯👏🥇

Sorry to read about your work related stress @Crazzzycat. I hope you find some relief soon. My brain is similar and I’m always fretting about what’s not gone to plan, if I’ve said the wrong thing, if I’ve upset anyone etc. I never was able to leave work matters at work either.

@murmuration could prove embarrassing 😳 embarrassing 🙈 🙉 🙊 😬.

@youdoyoutoday 13 weeks will fly! With 3 dresses to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice. We are going to a Wedding in June … you’re not my OHs cousins daughter are you 😬. I love a wedding/reception❤️

Going to paint my nails as I’m feeling ‘snacks’ when I don’t usually snack.

Enjoy your Afternoon

@TheRealHousewife not me, only 1 cousin coming to ours!

And it is only the one dress to choose from, I defo can't fit in to the first one I bought and the 2nd I think I will wear for my hen do as its short, just above the knee! Bought it on a whim as it was on sale for £30 and had aspirations of looking as good as the size 10, 5ft10 model.... it didn't happen!

So it leaves the 3rd one, off the shoulder, floor length, hand embellished gown like dress! It really is lovely!

I will read and try and answer but for now can you all just please give me a hug?

DD has tried again

Oh my goodness, I’m so sorry to hear that @SunshineCake1. Are you with her? Is she safe?

Massive hugs to you. Stay strong.

Oh @SunshineCake1 I’m so sorry 💕 lots of love to you

Big squeeze @SunshineCake1 So sorry. Sending much love and thoughts.

Massive hugs @SunshineCake1

We're here whenever you need us 💐

Salad looks lovely @TheRealHousewife - 21 elements?!

Another cracking recipe link, thank you @Crazzzycat that will definitely be going on my list!

Oh @SunshineCake1 I am so sorry.
Please do let us know how things are when you get the opportunity

Oh my @SunshineCake1! I’m coming out of hiding specifically for you.
Hugs and handhold coming your way.

We finally spoke to her for about a minute half an hour ago. She was going to see if she could stay with a friend and probably come home tomorrow. Been released as doesn't meet criteria to be detained. I now have to tell her brother 💔

Thank you @fallfallfall 😥

@SunshineCake1 so sorry to hear it, thinking of you

Thank you everyone. I'm so tired but can't switch off to sleep.

Massive hugs, Sunshine - wish I could reach through the screen as you sound understandly so low. Thinking of you x

Sending you a hug tonight @SunshineCake1

Thank you for the hugs. I've barely slept and when I did it was a nightmare though not about dd. She still hasn't read my last message but may have been asleep. Just been waiting for a knock at the door. I'm so tired but can't sleep. Sorry I've not welcomed the newbies or posted as normal. Welcome. Keep going. You are all amazing.

Oh, hugs @SunshineCake1 . You are amazing as well!

Thinking of you, Sunshine, and hoping today is a better day all round! Words are probably a bit hollow but I'm thinking of you and your family.

NSV for me yesterday in that I had to shorten my watch strap... I've always liked it loose but it was slipping round my wrist like a bangle. Quite amazed as it's not an area you think about when you're losing weight but it was pleasing, nonetheless!

Even if you cannot sleep @SunshineCake1 try and rest by lying down and if you cannot eat then strong tea is quite sustaining.
So sorry you are going through this nightmare x

Interesting NSV @SanFranBear !! Well done you. I think my feet shrink - but I'm not buying new set of shoes / trainers. Flip flops will be fine - especially if this weather keeps up!

I forgot to weigh in today. By time I had remembered it was weds I had drunk pint of water. Oh well. Not feeling brilliant anyhow. Huge big dose of imposter syndrome today. So many clients wanting me for stuff. But me being me I don't take it as a compliment, I just see it as too many opportunities to fail and/or not live up to expectations. Crazy I know.

Hope WOW brings some good losses for everyone today.

Continued thoughts with you & your DD @SunshineCake1

Morning all 👋🏻

No time to stop the next two days so I'll just post stats then hopefully catch up with how everyone's doing on the train to London on Friday!

Day 81 - Weds 23rd March - 9s 3 & 3/4lb
BMI 21.3
BF 23.8