How do you stop everyday life getting in the way?

That you didn't gain anything is fantastic. Plus you probably boosted your metabolism a bit by eating at maintenance for a while... it will be easier to lose again now!

Wow, maintaining your weight with all that going on is awesome and kudos on losing 43 pounds!

I'm not a huge fan of hotel workout rooms, though some are good and usually a stationary bike is open if everything else is taken; you can work up a good sweat on a stationary bike! Depending on where I travel though, I prefer to walk after work. When I don't feel like walking, I do it anyway and once I'm outside I love it. Using MapMyRide or another app on a phone with GPS is also helpful to track your walk; that way you know how many miles you went and how many calories you burned. I try to eat dinner afterward and then I know if I've earned enough workout points for a full entree or if it's veggies only for me; fish is a good choice for me too. When I track my exercise, I'm more motivated to make better choices while eating out because I don't want to ruin all that effort.

Sounds like you are ready to rededicate yourself and that's always the first step!

I would be thrilled that i kept the weight off when i was stowed off busy. That's a HUGE NSV in itself. When things get manic for me i do dumb things like jog or bounce about when i do household chores, i dance or jog on the spot if i am stuck slaving in the kitchen. I will also take 5 mins out and run up and down the stairs. Simple little things all add up. Maybe the 5:2 diet will get your weight moving again where u have 2 days out of 5 where u have 600 calories? a few tins of veggie soup a week and will save on the cooking!

Good luck, you will get there x

I agree with others here, to have not gained from those busy months is VICTORY! As far as how to stop life from getting in the way, if I told you I would be giving away an idea to make a million dollars by telling others.

Seriously, I think that is the key to this program. You have to make your eating and exercise habits part of life (busy or not) or otherwise the entire concept is not going to work over the long haul. That's going to look different for each of us but, if you got pregnant you would work life around that. This is just as important. If you don't have your health, you don't have anything. Best of luck.

Think of not gaining anything these 2 months as a NSV! Don't consider this time as 'wasted'. Realize that you CAN go on with life without gaining weight and as you reflect on this, think about what you all accomplished for work as well as being a good host. If you were running off to the gym, you may not as been as focused as you needed to be for work and your guests may have felt unwelcomed in your home. You have done is proven that no matter what life throws at you, you will not go backwards on your journey to your goals.

I was doing really well up until April - I lost 43lbs of my 140lbs target and feeling great. Then since May I have had many trips away with work and a few house guests which resulted in the last two months being a disaster. When on a work trip it's hard to stick to my plan and when guests are here I spend so much time cooking, cleaning up, juggling work and entertaining them that I am too tired to do anything else. I have managed to stay at same weight and not put any on but I feel like two months have been completely wasted. Life is getting in the way and I almost wish I could take a year out just to concentrate on me. How do you manage it all? Any tips most welcome!

I think keeping your weight in check is half the battle! Good job!
BUT... for some tips for a busy life I can def. help you with. I currently work a full time and part time job I work 60+ hours per week and I still have been able to loose 17 lbs. tracking and working out! I dont mean to brag if it comes off that way- I just know a thing or two about being so busy you feel like your head is going to pop off!
Tip #1: Organized! Stay organized. I dont care how you decide to do it but there are three things that you need to have in check at all times. You need to know what time you plan on working out each week! Schedule it each and every week. I prefer to sit down on saturday and plan my workouts for monday through sunday of the following week. I write them in my planner and they are there. Doesnt mean they are set in stone- they may shift but if they do I make sure to still get the work outs in. Its almost like a reminder to yourself, Make sure you stay accountable to yourself. YOU MATTER. Secondly, know how many times you plan on eating out for the week and have a couple go to meals planned each week. I prefer to prepare on Saturday after grocery shopping. I prepare all lunches for the entire week (I understand that doesnt work when company is over-but having a plan is key) Lastly, Have your gym bag ready in your car at all times for last minute changes to workouts. This has come in handy several times. This way if there are changes to the work out times you are prepared.
Tip#2: Download MFP ap on your phone and become very familiar with it (if you have not already done so)! This helps keep you prepared for any changes in your day. If an unexpected lunch/coffee date comes up- quick changes are made within seconds!
Tip#3: Always have a snack or 2 or 3 with you at all times. I know that for me I dont have cravings just as long as I am not hungry. Fruit is perfect as well as cliff/luna bars. There are a million portable snack articles.

Good luck. I have many more tips too- I just figured these are the ones that helped me the most. GOOD LUCK!
You are worth it.

I agree with everybody else, that you did really well to maintain at such a busy time. Congrats!

Another suggestion: meal plan, cook the basics ahead of time, and freeze what you can in containers per meal. Move them from the freezer to the fridge 1-2 days before you use them. It saves a lot of time.