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2 Stones Off By Easter- a thread for those with lots to lose in 2024.

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RedDoughnut · 30/12/2023 20:42

The 2 Stones off by Christmas thread was pretty successful.
Hopefully this one will be just as useful.
The idea is that losing 2 stones is just the start. If you have a lot to lose then it can seem daunting so... small targets.

That said, to get 2 stones off by Easter then we need to lose a bit over
2 lbs per week so a bit of dedication is needed.
Start Date- January 1st but join when you can.

Weigh In Day - usually Monday but it's up to you.

For those that are coming from the original thread I think for the new thread we need to add an extra element. Self care! Anything you can add to help you feel a bit better. Skin care? Body Lotion? Flossing your teeth?
Just a little something in addition to watching what you eat.

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StephanieSuperpowers · 31/12/2023 09:48

I'm in too. We have a communion in May and my strategy of avoiding photos won't work so I'll have to get some of this heft off. I'm starting on Tuesday (no point in being unrealistic and slipping on day 1. I've ordered some berberine for a bit of support.

dreamygirl25 · 31/12/2023 09:56

I'd like to join! Might try fasting (eating between 12-8 only) to do this.

OwlWeiwei · 31/12/2023 10:26

Please can I join? I need to lose 2 stone for health and another stone for looks wouldn't hurt but the 2 stone for health really matters now.

I am 5'3 and 12 stone!

bluebird3 · 31/12/2023 10:33

Joining please!

PinkArt · 31/12/2023 10:34

Joining as I fell out of the Christmas thread as I gained quite a bit instead of losing. I was 18'7 when I weighed in on Friday, almost my lockdown weight which is terrible. The difference in how 18+ stone feels compared to 17+ is really noticeable so I'm looking forwards to remembering how much better still all the lighter weights feel.
I love the self care addition to this thread as I'm hoping for success with positive framing. It's ot that I can't have cake, it's that I get to nourish my body with vegetables.

AngelsandAliens · 31/12/2023 10:36

Count me in ! I need to lose 4 in total but wanna lose at least 2 by start of May 👍🏻

MugofteaandWordle · 31/12/2023 10:37

Please can I join too, I have a few health issues that weight loss will definitely help with.

I’m aiming to eat more protein, eat less gluten, walk everyday and read more books.

We’re looking at a Theme Park holiday in August and it would be great to be fitter and healthier when walking about in the heat.

LongtimelerkerCambridgeshire · 31/12/2023 10:44

Thank you! I need this encouragement and accountability. I need to loose five stone, but two stone lost by Easter would be a great start. I am starting today. I will focus on eating more healthily, no alcohol and gentle exercise. Best of luck everyone and happy new year. I often find it easier to loose weight when I make sure I have access to healthy food and so don’t binge when tired.

DoodlesMam · 31/12/2023 10:51

deal me in . i lost 12 kilos in 2022 but have put a lot of it back on.... i lost it doing 800 cals shake diet and then low carb. but i keep seeing croissants.

melissasummerfield · 31/12/2023 10:58

I am a serial joiner of these types of threads but hoping this will be the one! I have actually done really well since the middle of November after a health scare and have lost a stone and bit already.

I have 10ish stone to lose and would love to do about 7 stone next year 🙏🏻

Not eating after dinner has really helped me lose the first stone, aswell as eating lots of high fibre, high protein meals, so i will continue with that. I do calorie count using nutracheck and i like going for a walk too.

falgelednl · 31/12/2023 11:05

Can I join too please?

Just turned 52 and have no idea what I weigh but going to get some scales and start tomorrow.
I need to stop stacking in the evenings so looking to use my evenings for something more interesting that slabbing in front of the television.

Iosefina · 31/12/2023 11:16

Keen to join! Thanks for starting this thread. I have 16 kg (2.5 stone) to lose.

colouringindoors · 31/12/2023 11:22

Me too. I've been comfort eating all autumn winter, peri, life etc.... and now cant bear to see myself in the mirror. Evenings are my major challenge. Thinking of trying IF 16:8 eating a decent sized filling meal in evening then I literally need to find something to distract me from wine and crisps....

colouringindoors · 31/12/2023 11:24

Oh and am 5'2 and prob 13 stone 😔

Melsy88 · 31/12/2023 11:27

My plan is 5:2 plus no ultra processed foods and med style diet with little refined sugar.

GCAcademic · 31/12/2023 11:29

Can I join too? 12 stone 8lb currently, and 5’6”. I lost just over two stone last year and got my BMI down from obese to overweight. Then the NHS changed the threshold for obesity to 27.5 for mixed race people, so I became obese once more, overnight. I was so upset! And my weight loss has plateaued, not quite sure how I’m going to kick start it again, but want to give it a go.

upwardsonwards · 31/12/2023 11:37

Yes please. I have 3+ stones to lose and I am finally in the frame of mind to start losing. I am giving myself the year to lose 3 stone and then reevaluate.

Gazelda · 31/12/2023 11:43

Wow @Sleeplessinseattle234 that's amazing! Well done. You must be thrilled. And a great boost to start the NY with.

Mammyloveswine · 31/12/2023 11:48

I'll join.. due to awful circumstances I did not complete 2 stones off by Christmas but ive a holiday booked to sorrento in may so want to feel better and look better by then!

shearwater2 · 31/12/2023 12:05

Good luck to everyone.

I am actually feeling hungry for the first time in over a week!

NotGoodSoFar · 31/12/2023 12:16

I'm in too. Almost 11st and not much over 5 feet tall Blush

tietheknot · 31/12/2023 12:30

I’d love to join! I have 2.5stone to lose by ideally May/June, I get married in September!

Lostinbrum · 31/12/2023 12:34

I need to join, I'm getting married end of May in cyprus n need to shift at least 2 stone by then!

Dwrcegin · 31/12/2023 12:44

I'll join. Two stones to lose. Fell off a weight training cliff during the first lock down, which I deeply regret now.

Walking, weights and reading to relax for me.

Good luck everyone.

GiantPigeon · 31/12/2023 12:50

Hi everyone, I'd like to join too.

I have taken my measurements:
Weight 12st 7lbs

I'd also like to decrease my waist to height ratio as read about this recently and mine is high at 0.6

"The guideline says a healthy waist to height ratio is 0.4 to 0.49, indicating no increased health risks. A ratio of 0.5 to 0.59 puts people at increased risk of health issues, while 0.6 or more puts them at the highest risk of health problems."

...91 days until Easter