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I was a surrogate for my sister (and brother in law) as she is unable to have children :smile:
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What a phenomenal change in 3 months! Well done x
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It really is yes. Although of course it sounds simple but sometimes it isn't. If it was simple and easy then there would be no people overweight. I have days where I eat quite a lot of junk food and pre-packaged food and I do still lose weight. However I generally struggle a bit more because the food isn't as filling (even…
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Batch cooking is a lifesaver for me. I make up bolognese, chilli, cottage pie, corned beef hash, bbq pulled chicken, lasagne.....lots of things on a weekend when I have some free time and freeze them. Then when I am home from work (before going to gym and before studying) I can just throw them in the oven. I have no…
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I like to do cardio in group activities.....mostly because I don't really like cardio and doing it as part of a group keeps me going. If I went for a run on my own I might quit at 1 or 2 miles but always get to 5k with my running group. I do a body combat class which is good fun and really works up a sweat! Stick to a…
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You just need to make time. That might sound harsh and I really don't mean it to, but I know (as a mum who is working full time and studying too) that you have to make your healthy lifestyle a priority. Parents tend to put the kids first and it's natural that we do that, but having a healthy happy mum will benefit them in…
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I think sometimes it can be anything or nothing. If I am tired I tend to find it harder to avoid sugary things during the day. Personally I like chocolate and evenings are when I struggle so I save calories for the evening and have some chocolate. Most of the time in the day I can avoid it but ocassionally my willpower…
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You could try body weight work outs. That way you don't need to buy more weights. You can google body weight work outs but try and involve things like squats, lunges, press ups, planks, burpees. You can use things at home like the stairs in your house or your sofa to do some exercises. You can get a great work out without…
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Just eat some more and start to gradually add it back in over a few days.
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I'd say it's worth a trip to the doctors for a blood test. That should show up if you are deficient in something, you can also be tested for a number of things from one test so it's the easiest way to find out. You could spend quite a while adding in vitamins and trying things but in case there is an underlying problem…
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Daily. I turned off the bit that posts on your own wall on MFP saying you have lost weight so I update daily on MFP. The daily ups and downs don't bother me at all as long as the general trend over the period is down. I found that by doing this I can see how easily something can effect my weight. A salty meal can cause my…
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My username may be a bit of a give away lol. Feel free to add me )O(
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Some people do amazing on a low carb diet but it's not for everyone. I try and get my carbs from veggies and prefer having wholegrain bread over white bread and will have brown rice over white. But I think that is just because I have a big appetite and find they fill me up more. I will have chocolate or ice cream a few…
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@dkabambe that is great, thanks for the advice :smiley:
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That's good advice! I'm guilty of it myself, especially when it comes to exercise. I see the results and it makes me want to do it every day but then I push myself too much and get tired....have to rest....and feel a failure and end up giving up!
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In the UK 999 is for all types of emergencies. Like you say, fire, ambulance, police, coast guard etc. However dialling 999 for a medical emergency is only for serious illness / accidents. So really if someone needs an ambulance. While the OP has what seems like a serious need to see a medical professional.....he doesn't…
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You look very young so it is difficult to be assertive on the phone. I know it's afternoon now but ring up and ask if they have any cancellations. If they say no, just say it's quite an urgent matter and you need to see a doctor and ask what they suggest. Tell them you have phoned up for a few mornings with no luck but you…
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If you had always been this weight....then it could be that you are naturally a very slim person and your body is used to it. But you are saying that you haven't been this weight and have lost weight over a very short period of time without trying or any noticeable change to diet. That can be a symptom of some very scary…
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As a beginner, how often should I run? I only started 6 weeks ago when I couldn't run 100 yards! I'm now up to around 4.5 doing a very slow but non-stop jog. I've been aiming for three but I see some people run almost every day. Would that be too much for a newbie?
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This is an awesome idea! I'm very new to running but will keep a look out for the December thread :)
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Way to go, that is fantastic! What programme did you follow?
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Wow, you look amazing! What a transformation!
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You have done so well! Well done, your hard work has definitely paid off :smile:
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Awesome progress, you are doing fantastic!
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If what you are saying is true then you should be more concerned than you are. I'm also in the UK and my doctors is a call on the day too but if you explain you are really concerned about something then they will usually find a way to have you seen. If they only have nurses appointments available then take one. At least…
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My very first session with a PT we spent quite a lot of time with him taking notes and checking what my goals were. We then spent quite a bit of time looking at form and making sure I was doing everything correctly. Then he got me to do a 30 minute workout which was a KILLER!! lol. But when I walked out of there I felt…
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My calorie goal is over 1700 a day and quite high protein, I don't think I would be able to eat that many calories in one sitting. Well not without adding a lot of fat or sugar and then I wouldn't hit my protein goal. Good luck though! It's all about finding something that works and what we can stick with. Maybe this will…
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Why? the OP obviously want to eat Ice cream as they are asking the questions. If they weigh accurately and stick to their calories they will still hit their goals.
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It's too restrictive for me, but I take my hat off to anyone who sticks it out. Best of luck :)
