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After putting on a few unwanted kg's over xmas I'm trying to shift it. Started the Dukan on Sunday. Weiged myself on Monday and lost 1.5kg! I had some veg and half a cup of oats on Tuesday so cheated a bit but I went to the gym in the evening and thought I needed some carbs for my workout. Anyways, super strict again…

You look amazing by the way!

Ok, so tonight i will take my meassurements- very good advice all. Taunto- sorry, mis-interpreted that- my mistake He signed me up because I wanted to go but I've always been to lazy to do something about it myself. Thank you for the links- this is exactly what I've been hoping to see. I'm going to try and avoid the scales…

Wow Taunto, you feel pretty strongly about things! Sorry if my post "sickened" you. That was not the intention. I have a VERY strong will and opinion and I don't need anyone to "stop me from doing dumb things" I'm sure you've given advice at some stage in your life, quite possibly on this website. I can assure you that…

Thanks moglet! I've made poor hubs sound like Hitler when he's just trying to help- haha

Thanks for the encouragement everyone. nz_deevaa- thanks for posting that link, that's exactly what I needed. And to everyone worried about my husband "banning me" - don't worry, I do very much what I like, when I like. I'm listening to him in this instance because he's been going to the gym for years and doing weights…

Snowing here but it's Friday, so why not

Kym, come in- let's have a beer or two.

SW London here!

That's brilliant lik! What programme are you following and with what weights did you start etc? I'm always keen for some help/info.

Hi Tall ladies!!! I'm 5'9 and currently at 145. Was around 175 at my heaviest a few years back but through weight watchers I've managed to lose the weight and maintain my current weight for the last 3 years. Before the holidays I was at my lightest at 138 and i'm hoping to get back to this weight. I have, however just…

Thank you! What weights did she start with? I'm 5'9 and 65kg starting out.

Matt, I'm curious as a newbie. How long did it take her from when she started? And i'm presuming she was at a good weight already when she started? Also with what weights/reps did she start? thank you!

That is some amazing inspiration, right there! I've just started weight training so this gives me something to aim for.

Thanks everyone.. I might try and mix some protein powder in with whatever but I still can't imagine liking it. Even just the smell turns my stomach. I LOVE the caramel protein bars but they are very calorific and quite high in fat. I've started on a strength and weights programme, hence the high protein. I've never had a…

Beautiful smile!

Well, I am 5'9! Maybe they ARE scared. :laugh:

Matt- i didn't mean to offend any of the big guys. I'm in awe that they could probably bench press me if they wanted. Maybe one day, when I've put on a bit of muscle and drank my brave pills I might actually talk to them and make friends.. for now, i still feel scared! :blushing:

1.- This was quite possibly the case but in the time I was there (30min) 3 of these guys did absolutely nothing. Long rest perhaps. I'm not trying to make excuses, I'm simply wanting advice on how to continue so that I feel comfortable enough NOT to make any excuses for myself. I'm new to all this as I am sure you were at…

Everyone here is ripped! I'm slightly in awe!

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Shall we just all get together and have one huge party?!

And a very happy birthday to you too! Mine is also xmas eve, i'm turning 30. SCARY! And you are allowed to party, it's your birthday. I sure as hell will be. Flying to Miami and can't wait!! :drinker:

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Beautiful!

Sammi- beautiful smile! (this is a very fun thread btw) :)

I've just read this and I like the simplicity. Going to read it again, try to get my head around what the actual exercises are and then make aplan to start doing them. thank you!