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I am on week 6 of the NHS couch 2 5k podcast - and it is brilliant, it has loads of great hints and has been written really well so just as I am flagging Laura pops up with some motivation to keep me going! The music is really good too, a nice mixture of different types.

doing the NHS one and loving it! Got to Week 4 day 1, but havent been able to get out for the last couple of weeks because of colds and my littlest with chicken pox. I have been wearing my HRM and what is really noticable is that by day 3 of each week my heart rate is lower so it is clearly improving my fitness levels as…

I work in corporate finance and it largely depends on what department you would be working in, but in the main I would say yes err on the side of caution and wear the tights unless you would feel uncomfortable and fidget then I would go with trousers. Having been the interviewer on numerous occasions - it is something that…

get a second opinion. Orlistat worked for me because I was too scared to eat anything after I had to replace my mattress. (and I am very grateful I didnt have to replace my husband too!) BUT - I put it all back on and more because it wasnt a lifestyle change. MFP is working so much better for me because it is teaching me…

I so know where I would be putting those big boy weights..... But actually loving the idea of some pink sparkly ones. Just make sure they are heavy enough!

Hey - you are a very special snowflake xxxx part of this journey is about believing in that. Thank you for sharing your story and well done on your loss - it and you are awesome xxxx

I came off the depo a year ago thinking it would help me lose weight, but didnt make any difference! Going back on it next week and just going to be very careful and see what happens.

and they have now discovered a new bit of the mayan calendar that goes well beyond 2012...... me - I would want to be have a good party with all the people I love...

just finished the 2nd book - they arent war and peace but for me they are light and entertaining and just what I need for a bit of light relief :blushing: after a stressful day at work Oh and hubby is sooooo not complaining!

I have a similar problem, and when you are out with clients it is really difficult. For me choice is everything - it is unusual to find a restaurant that doesnt do salad, and although I have a glass of wine I will always try to drink loads and loads of water then sip the wine. It is so much easier to say no to a top up…

No more trouble zones for me!

My soon to be 11 year old loves 'helping' me get fit by playing games with me - chasing me in the park, beating me at tennis on the wii etc. He also started playing football every week with a team and has made some great friends there. Is the school aware that he is being teased about his weight? My son was (although he is…

I love mine! only cost £10 and are the most comfortable pair of trainers I have ever worn! Did notice a difference initially when my only walking was exercise but now I am down the gym I dont think they replace the elliptical or squats!

John West do 'light' tuna lunch pots that dont need to be kept cold, and I am sure that there are other ones out there. What about tinned mushrooms/ other veg. Do you know what the boys will be eating? There may be some of that you could have

Jillian is hard. I decided to work my fitness levels up using ea sports and the gym before trying it, but I am obese. As other people have said you can do as much of it as you can and it will get easier you just need to keep trying and pushing yourself. I call her every name under the sun whilst doing it but I have really…

you look stunning - well done and thank you for the motivation x

Anti depressants do work for anxiety, and I have used them for that, but got to the point where I wanted to be a bit more in control. I have been using Mindfullness therapy which is really helping and which you can do on your own without needing to see a therapist or a doctor. Hope you find some peace x

get your coat - you've pulled :drinker:

love this thread! Love the film - gonna have to dig it out now! Thats my evening sorted!

why not eat before the meeting and just have a small side salad whilst you are there?

Hi! I am 5ft 11 and 241lb - just sent you a friend request! :drinker:

Wow you look amazing and the thing that stood out for me the most was your expression. You look so confident and at ease with yourself. Thank you for posting these. I still have a long way to go but this has helped remind me that it will take time but is so worth it!

green tea with pomegrante during the day and camomile with honey and vanilla before bed :drinker:

You just have to keep on looking after yourself. Mine is exactly the same, and smokes too. BUT - he has started to notice the difference in how I look and feel and yesterday actually said that he thought he might try the 30 day workout programme I am on. I cant change him - but I can make sure that I am setting a positive…

tell them to get back under their bridge and defriend them :bigsmile:

Welcome! I have to agree that it is the community side to MFP that is really helping me keep going. Feel free to add me. I have been here 45 days but still learning though!

Hi from sunny sarfend!

to feel good about myself without needing wine, beer, pizza, chocolate a man etc etc etc

Tried orlistat/alli ( gp prescription) and had to buy new mattress thanks to the Erm leakage. It did work but I think mainly because I was too scared to eat anything with fat in it. Actually losing more just with calorie control and exercise and feeling so much better for it!

Getting some really funny looks cos laughing out loud on the train. Thank you. This is brilliant!