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Chipmunk.. with mind flipping advice like that you’re setting yourself up nicely for Leadership of October!!
Totally right tho… just a different way of looking at things.
Have been quite tense before holiday… not enjoying the run up, worried and fretting over small things..
Last day today and am off to buy a new bikini in the torrential rain, determined to be more cheerful.
Good luck to you all
Mx
S.O.S.
I can offer another pound, but for some reason, I seem to be hitting the self distruct button. I’m doing more grazing today than the cows in the field behind me. Worst of all today, was supposed to be a fast day!
So far this morning, within the last 4 hours, I’ve consumed 1101 calories, 129 of which was actually vegetables, the remainder was junk. I don’t know what possessed me, I’m raging with myself.
I can remedy the situation by just having my dinner as planned (chickpea and tomato curry, with cauliflower rice) and then do my fast day tomorrow, but can any of you relate to this?
Had a great day fasting yesterday. No breakfast, no lunch, bone broth mid afternoon then home made ham and vegetable broth for dinner, with a few berries and yogurt after. 302 cals the lot. Proud of myself. Scales this morning show a measly 1/4 lb gone !!! So that’s still just 1 lb reduction for September. We are off on holiday visiting friends down south tomorrow for a week. So no hope of me shedding anything next week. Wine,, wine, wine! Disappointed for myself,, but also that I can’t donate much to MBR. Will fast tomorrow whilst travelling , and will try to fast away . Will give my final weighin for September October 1st, when we are back home.
Funny thing is,, things are def changing on my legs and thighs . Above my knees the fat has gone,, and my thighs are getting very dimpled, as if something inside is munching on fat all over. All my trousers are very loose now and are lined up awaiting alteration which will keep me busy when I’m back. I’m sure measurements will have changed by the end of the month.
Off to pack my suitcase, hoping the weather will be good near Bristol. All you other holidaymakers, have a great time. All you rugby fans, do I hear you cheering for Scotland tomorrow? All you planners – respect!
TTL
Can totally relate Nirvana – I had a day like that a couple of weeks ago – started as a fast day and ended up a farce day! Still, the next day I got right back on the bike and alternate day fasted for the next 12 days and although the scales haven’t dropped dramatically, the cms have and my clothes feel looser. I’ve decided some fast days just aren’t meant to be so I don’t angst about it – just move on, and don’t make it worse by doing the same the next and the next and the next!! Remember it’s the long haul… I’d suggest you can the planned dinner,although it is a good fast day dinner, and just have a miso or very light soup. You will feel better for it. Good luck!
Official weigh in later this evening but had a sneaky peek on the home scales this morning and don’t expect a loss – which will be disappointing. I have signed up to myfitnesspal (somewhat reluctantly as I liked the freedom of not counting calories) as it may be that I am under estimating my calories for any day. I generally on a fd eat nothing until evening and had until recently eaten a ready meal for one so that I knew the calorie content but thought a small portion of a home cooked meal would be better all round. Last night I had 1/2 cup of basmatti brown rice and 1 cup of homemade chilli along with 2 ryvita, 1tsp butter and a few thin slices of cheese. Myfitnesspal estimated 687 for the lot which is more than I thought (although it was only an estimate but hate the thought of starting to weigh everything). Should have left out the crispbread and cheese perhaps? This may also give me an idea of what amount of calories I am eating on non fd’s. Did those at goal or nearly at goal count calories – what did you have to eat on a fd?
I am trying to remain positive – this is a way of eating for ever – right? I will eventually get there – just a few adjustments but so envious of those who are losing lbs and lbs! While my clothes are certainly looser and my face and neck show signs I have lost weight – it is frustrating this is not reflected in the scales especially for my donations for September.
Hey All, sorry I’ve been silent. I have still been enjoying my email notifications from all you little voices just been struggling for time to post so please don’t scrub me off yet AH!
So far 3lb down and it’s been a chaotic month of birthdays and anniversaries. So I’m happy with reduction. Husband away climbing last week and I ate a little too much chocolate, purely for emotional support in his absence you understand!
This week I’m more focussed so hoping to achieve my full 5lb aim I set.
Have not succeeded well with planking due to a nagging elbow and shoulder injury ? but been doing some sit ups.
Honestly love to read all the motivational words on here.
Good luck for final wk
Rugby peeps look up the scrumpty trail in Gloucester at the moment. They are sculptures of rugby ball/eggs designed by various artist around the city for the World Cup, so cute!
Love the Hakarena MsMarple! Go England!
Have a great holiday.
Chipmunk – all I am planning next week is to enjoy myself!
Tuna salad for dinner tonight,, using leftovers up AND keeping calories down.
Coda- myfitnnesspal is a great tool to get you started. I found it easier if I logged in the food I intended eating for a meal beforehand, then adjusted quantities to get the calories down. Or even eliminate the carbs which are high cals,, then have more off the protein/veg to make up the difference. It makes for a bigger plateful, so you don’t feel robbed. It’s only for a fast day after all. Good luck, and persevere, it’s amazing how those carbs clock up the calories! TTL
Much to my amazement after 2 meals out with friends, I have managed to lose another lb to donate to Miss Belly Rolls. I find I always struggle with keeping to plan after eating away from home, but I won’t be beaten. I am determined that I will reach my goal by Chrismas. Good luck everyone. LETS JUST DO IT!!!!! Ray
Really puts the fear of God up yah, doesn’t it !!!! 🙂
Actually… yes it does… the bells..the bells… Esmeralda…the bloody, bleedin bells.
Oh AH.. I’m supposed to be packing, now I’m laughing and that’s not going to get me on a plane to sunshine, tomorrow at early o’clock.
Enjoy your fasts people..
Hasta la vista
m
Hi everyone, well one more week down and only one pound to show for it. I seem to be on this one pound a week thing. I am in my last 10 pounds and I am not sure if that is why. Did anyone else experience the slow down when they got down to the last ten pounds. I tried fasting every other day, not sure if I will stick with it. Great work this week everyone.
Hi AH, reporting my week 3 result. Afraid to say stayed the same, so still 1 pound to go to meet my September target of 2 pounds (and my overall goal of 9 stone, 126 pounds). I am hopeful as I seem to be losing about half a pound a week and since my scales don’t register half pounds it takes two weeks to register a one pound loss.
Runningnorth, a one pound a week loss is about average – and indeed very good if you are close to goal as you are – so don’t be despondent just because you have had higher losses up to now. I have been 2 pounds from goal since early July! Since that time have gained two pounds, lost those same 2 pounds, stayed the same for weeks and now, with super resolve this month to watch what I eat on non-fast days, I seem to be losing at the rate of half a pound a week which I am more than happy with as it is a downward trend (albeit a very slow one). Remember 5:2 is a way of life, not a race!
Hi Pentowen welcome to the forum. 5.2 is a way of life and not a diet. Nothing is off limits and as long as you have your 2 fast days and stay within your TDEE on non-fast days then you will lose weight. On my non FD I might have a couple of squares of dark chocolate after dinner or dessert if I am out. It is all a matter of balance and 1 – 1.5 lbs per week is achievable.
Good luck
Welcome Pentowen – this forum has been a godsend for me – the people are friendly, supporting and all with a sense of humour. I recently got the app for myfitnesspal so I could keep a ‘rough’ track of calories in as I think my ‘estimates’ were perhaps not very accurate although I don’t like the idea of counting, hopefully it will be short term as I get more familiar – since I last used it they have now a barcode scanner which means you can scan a product’s barcode with your phone and it gives calories etc – quite clever!
I had a dream last night I had obtained a goal – I was able to remove my wedding and engagement ring from my finger with ease! Since I put them back on again after my twins were born (20 years ago)I have been unable to remove them to clean them (especially my engagement ring). I look forward to the day when it is a reality and I can get them on and off my finger and get my engagement ring properly cleaned.
Hello all and congrats on your collective weight loss to date.
I have been monitoring the scale and have lost weight, but prefer to provide an end of month check-in since I seem to fluctuate from day to day. I am looking forward to making my goal in September and carrying on to the October challenge!
Hi, all,
I am stuck at the weight I was at 2 weeks ago, despite being a faithful faster on my fast days. Argghg. Today I’m doing my second fast for the week as I am travellling to Edmonton tonight for a week with my sons and their wives and grandchildren. I will try not to overeat, but I don’t think I’ll be fasting again at least until the weekend is over–too many family gatherings! So I hope that the fast today budges the weight. If not, I may not make the new “5 lb” goal. I should have stuck with the 3 I originally pledged, I guess!
I am thinking that one thing that is going to help me stay on my new WOL when I’m in Edmonton is that I will be seeing dozens of people at two events whom I haven’t seen in more than a year, and so they are going to be pretty amazed at the “new me,” who is 25 lbs smaller. That should remind me of why I am doing this, prevent me from celebrating, and renew my resolve to get rid of the last 10 lbs.
As far as the planks, I’ve done 3 days of 150 so far, but on the second day, I made a mistake and did only 90 seconds, and then I remembered it was supposed to be 150 and so I did 150 ADDITIONAL minutes later in the day. That was a killer.
Each time I’ve had to lift my bum to make it to 150. The good news is that 90 seconds was easy, so I’m making SOME progress! I think what I’ll do is take today off (since I’m travelling) and try 150 again tomorrow, then try for 180 the day after that. Who cares if it takes six weeks or two months to finish the 30-day challenge?
I’ll try to weigh in in Edmonton — not sure if they have a scale at the hotel. If not, I’ll post my final weight for Sept. on Oct 1, the a.m. after I return.
Hi all and welcome to Thursday fasters (NZ time!)
MaryW – well done you on the planks. I am stuck at 120+ and I must say satisfied enough to be there. I don’t think I am wimping out when I say that the 30 day challenge from a low base is quite unrealistic for most people (my yoga teacher agrees and was frankly horrified). I agree that if you are easily doing 90 seconds that is pretty darned good. I’m also sure you will be motivated by the positive comments you receive in Edmonton! I remember visiting there in about 20 years ago and enjoying the Botanic Gardens.
I am away now for a week – will still be able to check and post on the forum, but AH I won’t be able to do my end of month weigh in til 2 October. Am on track for the target I set, so it’s down to a well managed final week.
Hang in there everyone – it’s amazing how quickly the months go….
I avoid crumpets as they are too addictive! Having a semi fast today as I have the lurgy and I am not feeling very hungry 145 calories so far and planning a small stir fry tonight. I have hubby doing 5.2 now as well but I have been away so he only did one this week so I am sneaking another one in for him ?
After day 18 in the plank challenge, I realized I was over my head! I’ve been trying to do my max time every other day since then to keep from losing any progress.
So far I’m down 1.5 pounds…halfway to my modest goal of three pounds. I think I can do it. The non fast days are my challenge. I think I’ve come up with a plan to be rather easy on the weekends but no snacks/treats during the week. A lot of things are trigger foods and once I start …..
Congrats, everyone! Very inspirational. Even though I’m going very slowly I’m happy with any consistent downward trend!!!!
Woo hoo! … lost 2 lb (Friday weigh in).
Pleased to lose the gain from last week plus some more. Now 9st 13.5 lb so also broke through my 10 stone brickwall. 🙂
Just so pleased to actually lose, as my habit is to yoyo with the same few pounds. 🙂
PS. I wrote a post yesterday but it seems to have disappeared?!
Just a quickie whilst taking in actual morning sunshine here in the south west! Have managed to stay within my TDEE since we’ve been here although I’m not sure a cheeseboard and champagne are quite the calories I need to be taking in! Friends here have no scales! Wow, I may have withdrawal symptoms! Love the posts and well done to all you losers! We walked for miles yesterday, and today off to Bath, so lots more walking. I shall be happy if I can get through this week with no gain. Great seeing old friends again, celebrating our engagement ( yet again) and their ruby wedding. Wish me luck!
Well done Scotland. Keep it up. TTL
Hi All
As we are coming to the end of the month I thought I ought to check my weight. Warner weather here again so scales showing just under half a stove gain. On my tracker I only record whole lbs. but I shall let you decide whether this should be 6lbs or 5.5 lbs loss, I am just happy that I have had a fairly good loss whichever one you use.
I hope you have all done well this month.
Ginette
Here I am at 3.22am, unable to sleep. Stomach in turmoil after fantastic pork pie, pickles, ice cream bought at the food festival in Weston! Oh, plus more wine……oh dear….fear this months loss has gone down the Swanee! Was great at the time though.
Even I watched the rugby tonight, friends are ardent fans, alas, England blew it and the Welsh dragon was rampant on the night! Back to supporting Scotland!!!
Back to my herbal sleeping draught and book, I live in hope of some sleep tonight! Nighty night TTL
Hi all – been a very busy month for me so not been on here as much but great to catch up with you all – and wow, some great achievements! I am a pound down AH which makes 2lb out of my 4lb goal for Sept – but it’s only the 27th! Lovely if i could manage another? Been feeling pretty good but due to stressy times have only been doing 16:8 rather than ‘proper’ fast days – no calorie control but NO junk and very little alcohol which has obviously stopped me gaining, and even a little loss. I am content to stay in the slow lane for now – My BMI is now 30 (down from 35) and I have to date lost exactly two stone. One more pound and I will be in the next stone bracket down – super excited about that, and THAT is my goal for the rest of the month! Kate Eve x
Getting close to the end of the month. Have had an on and off week so kicking myself in the butt to have two fast days on Tuesday and Thursday. Yes, I know Thursday is the 1st October but I won’t be home to weigh myself til Friday so I’m calling it September! Hoping to give a bit more to Miss Jelly Roll before we launch into October.
There were a couple of nominations for me to take over as chief cheerleader for October. I’m happy to do so unless someone else wants to??????
Hope you’re all having a positive final September fasting week!
Happy for the baton being passed to Chipmunk to take us through to the end of October – the months are flying by. I have a weigh in tomorrow Tuesday 28 September which will be my last until October 5 so will give my final loss tomorrow. Again not sure how I have done but don’t think my target for September will be met – not to worry as it is still a downward trend – just taking a little longer than I had hoped for.
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