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Wow, that is amazing progress, congratualtions!! Congrats on your babies too!

Really interesting for me to see, that so many of you continue to power through your period as normal in terms of exercise/calories. Keep it up ladies!!

I don't have cramps every day during my period, but I tend to have it first day or two and the heavy flow last about 3, sometimes 4 days. During heavy flow, I am so tired, can barely move and craving high fat comfort food. So during period, I am eating loads more and moving very little. This period, I'm going to try doing…

It's interesting to hear that most of you still continue with your exercise regime....I might give that a go when I have my period this time. I can't eat less at that time as that is when I crave junk like maaad! If anything, I tend to go over my calorie goals at that time. This combined with no exercise can create a dent…

I agree with you about stomach appearing to stick out more even though it might not actually be bigger. By the way, what is IMO?

I always gain 2lb without fail during period. Then I lose it straight after (unless I have eaten loads and gained 2lb during the period).

I have had anxiety and had to see a psychologist regarding it. I find with anxiety, just take each day as it comes. Don't think too far ahead. Like you, I can't imagine counting calories for the rest of my life, but I am going to deal with that once I have achieved my goal. And maybe by then counting calories will become…

That's great! I found that when I started exercising I started sleeping much better too. Although recently my 4 year old has started disturbing my sleep as she is scared of monsters...

For me, if I don't get my workout in during the morning then I found that I don't tend to do it. After dinner, like you I am normally tired and just can't get off the sofa most days. I always loved my sleep and never thought that I could wake up at 6am to exercise. But I have been doing it. I changed my sleep time slowly…

Good to hear from others about belly being last to go.... means I just have to keep doing what I am. Thanks all for your help.

My tummy looks like I'm pregnant sometimes too. I agree, I think as you get smaller, sometimes the stomach sticks out more. That is how it is for me now. And when I've had a big meal, then it bulges out even more!

I think I'd be too embarassed to take a picture of my tummy, it's not a pretty sight!

It could possibly be bloating, especially as I seem to have a lot of carbs! How would I get rid of bloating if it is that?

I agree with you. Bad posture can make your stomach bulge out. But my tummy sticks out even when I am standing straight. The only way it goes in is if I pull it in and hold it.

I was hoping to lose 17lb by Christmas, but not sure how realistic that is as Christmas fast approaching, but I'll try and get as far as I can. cw-157 gw-140 Height-5ft 3inch

I've suffered from anxiety and still do sometimes. The things that helps me most to beat anxiety is exercise. I've discovered Jillian Michael's dvds and although the first few times I do them, it is very tiring, i find it really helps with the anxiety over time and helps me sleep much better! I am too sleepy and tired to…

Ramadan Mubarak everyone! Yesterday I found that after I'd had some dates, a bowl of fruits and milkshake, I was pretty much full!

Just wondering, it did come back within a month or two or did the weight take time to come back on?

Also, after Taraweeh, I eat something if I feel hungry. I just go with what I feel. And as its hotter now, I try and drink lots in the evening as otherwise my migraine might get triggered.

I am also a Muslim and fast every year. Over the last couple of years I have lost a few pounds during Ramadan. This is entirely possible if you fast the correct and healthy way. I tend to lose 7lb during the month and then gain 3lb soon after Ramadan (I think this is water weight. that I gain back). I don't exercise at all…

Hi, 20lb is a lot to lose in one month. If you don't mind me asking, what was your starting weight? I am 161lb and need to lose 21lb to hit my goal. Would be amazing if I can do it in one month!! What did you do other then open your fast with an energy drink?

wow, so inspirational. That is a lot of weight that you managed to lose in just a year!

Hi, I have a four year old and had lost the weight I had put on with her and more by the time she was 18months. However, soon after I lost the weight, I had a miscarriage and was unwell, which I found very traumatic and turned to food for comfort. So I piled on the weight. Since last April I have been trying to lose the…

I need to lose 22lb before my get within the normal bmi, so please add me.

One of my reasons for losing weight, alongside being healthier and avoiding preventable disease is to have a healthy pregnancy and recover quicker after pregnancy, so feel free to add me! I have a 4 year old at the min and plan to start trying maybe later this year. Would be amazing if I could be goal weight by then, but…

I have come across this before and it sounds like a good diet to me, although I can't exercise everyday. I might use this plan later in the year when I have more time on my hands to plans meals. I would be very interested to hear of other's results using this. I have 22lb to lose AND WOULD LOVE TO LOSE IT BY CHRISTMAS!

1. I want to be confident in my appearance 2. I can wear what I want and not look for flattering clothes 3. I want to avoid all preventable deseases 4. I want to have the energy to lead an active and fulfilling life 5. I want to feel lighter 6. Confidence again as that is a big issue for me (and weight loss will help with…

Thanks for this. But the problem is, my work is paying for my acvomodation and food in the hotel.

I had that recently and what I'm trying out now is to reward myself when I lose the next 7lb. Your reward doesnt have to be weight related but might be a reward if you continue to work hard for another two weeks?

London :) Feel free to add me.