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Well that's a result, no? Don't be too impatient, it's the worst thing you can do. If you get disheartened this early on you're likely to give up. It's a slow process. Myself as an example: it's taken me 2 years to lose 71lbs, that's an average of just over half a lb a week. Be proud of your 5lbs so far and keep at it x

Nah, it doesn't make me feel better , I just don't like to waste calories on a drink when I can have a zero cal one.

I'm not a breakfast person, mine are usually between 100 - 200 including a cup of tea with sugar. I can't imagine having much more because it wouldn't leave me as much for the rest of the day when I actually feel like eating. I understand the 'most important meal of the day' thing and I guess a good breakfast does set you…

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I'm also on a budget, I don't have loads of tips but I find making things in bulk then freezing portions saves me a bit of money. I live on my own so this prevents a lot of wastage as well as over-eating. I've also replaced meat in a lot of dishes (such as curries) with chick peas and lentils which is a lot cheaper than…

I don't think anyone is using it as an 'excuse', just a reason for slower weight loss. It's very common for easy weight gain / slow weight loss to be a problem with PCOS and it can be disheartening when you work your butt off for little to no loss when people around you are dropping weight like hot potatoes. If the OP or…

Another PCOSer here. I agree with what the others have said, 2lbs is fantastic. One thing I will say is don't compare yourself to other people or you'll get yourself down. We have a slower time losing weight but IT IS possible. Some people can lose lbs week after week, for the rest of us it's a tad slower for whatever…

I get this too, the week before I have a huge appetite and no energy for exercising. I usually allow myself extra calories for that week and just accept that I might not lose anything or gain a little that week. In the long run it's only 1 week out of 4 so I'm still able to lose weight. You say the progress you've made…

I'm the same, I've lost 71lbs and now weigh 133lbs. I'm in no way fat but some days I just feel fat... well maybe not fat but not slim. I have no idea why this happens, I mean I don't look any different from the day before when I thought I looked good. I can only put it down to residual 'fat chick' mentality creeping up on…

Wow!! Thanks for this, I hit my goal weight earlier this week so decided to up my calories a bit and concentrate more on exercise. I've been doing crunches, squats and push ups which I didn't do before and walking more. I've also started drinking a lot more water. Anyway, since hitting my goal weight and doing these things…

I never get hit on.... anywhere :grumble: That means....... oh no!!! :sad:

Because I feel better when I exercise. Sometimes I really don't feel like it but once I get out there I quite enjoy it. I'm not a hardcore exerciser, I only do walking and Zumba plus crunches, push ups and squats at home but I still feel tons better when I'm active than when I'm having a lazy time. It's still a bit about…

Think of it this way: You're 20lbs lighter than you were a short while ago. 20lbs in 3 months is awesome! I was where you are are now 2 years ago, it's taken me 2 years to lose 71lbs and finally get to my goal weight. Yes it's a long process but not nearly as long as it took to gain the weight in the first place. My advice…

I'm still at the point where I'll accept all friend requests, message or no message, because maybe people just don't know what to write in an intro message. But I totally understand why people won't. Once you get to a certain amount of friends that you're happy with, you get a bit more selective. I have some really cool…

Wow! You look fantastic! I'm so jealous of your waist. And where did you get that bikini? It's so cute x

That is some amazing progress, well done. These pics are sure to keep you motivated to keep it up, imagine what you'll look like in another 4 months! Brilliant stuff x

Wow you look fabulous, well done. And that 2 piece is so cute x ETA: After seeing the post about looking in your 20s I had to snoop on your profile to see your age. No way do you look 38!! Mid 20s tops

My thighs still touch (and probably always will) but I no longer have a problem with rubbing after losing some weight. So I don't think you necessarily need a gap, just a bit less to rub. I now wear skirts and shorts without any problems unless it's really hot and I've been sitting crossed legged for a while, even then it…

Corylda: Your before and after one. My god woman you've done well!!!!

I get what people are saying about calling it a 'cheat' day, that it doesn't suggest making a permanent lifestyle change and fitting things into your normal life etc. But here's my 2 cents: I call it a cheat day because I'm on an eating plan to lose weight, there are rules to the plan i.e. a certain number of calories each…

Not true, not in my case anyway. I've always had a cheat day each week (sometimes 2 when I had loads to lose) and have lost pretty consistently. A while back I got impatient to reach my goal weight as it got closer so I quit with the cheat days and guess what? I stopped losing. As soon as I got back to regular cheat days I…

karylee44: The second one along in the tie-dye vest. Nice rack :wink:

Some people lose slower than others, it sucks but that's how it is. You're still losing right? I can't advise on the meal replacements or why you're tired but the main thing I want to say is don't compare yourself to others or it'll get you down. Have you seen a doctor? There could be a non-diet related reason you're…

I just don't bother logging as it'd be a complete guess. I used to try and log for my weekly Chinese buffet but the numbers were meaningless so I just have a complete day off logging.

Probably the most sensible reply so far. Kid looks fine, it's a non-story going viral because mom looks a bit freaky and people love that *kitten*.

Hmmmm... maybe more water in the canned ones? That's all I can think of.

Thanks everyone, all really helpful replies :smile:

I guess people with closed diaries don't need congratulating or supporting, it's just a private record for themselves.

It does, thanks. Nice to know you can still fit in a spike day with no adverse effects too, I plan on still having my weekly meal out. Can I ask how long you've been maintaining for? And well done on your success, you look amazing.

Mine is open to my friends but to be honest, I'm not sure why I have it that way. I think initially when I started getting friends I thought it was polite to open it up as most of them have an open diary. I've seen some people request friends with the criteria that they must have an open diary so I guess I just thought I…