LauraBest2013 Member

Where are those carbs coming from though? Surely a mistake?

5' 9", 65.5kg (10.3 stone) and wear size 10 or 12 depending on the shop and the garment. I have broad shoulders so 12s are normally needed, and muscular thighs make finding jeans to fit practically impossible! I have a size 8 hoodie but it's a little snug.

Super work buddy, looking great! x

End of primary school (age 11) I was 10 stone (65kg). My weight went up to 13 (~80kg) stone at its heaviest during secondary school. In my 2nd year of university I managed to drop down to my lowest weight 64kg, after gaining over Christmas this year I found myself at 72.2kg in January. Since then I hit the gym hard,…

I ran a charity 5k Race For Life for Cancer Research with my flatmate and some friends, each raising £100 or so! Great day, great cause x

22 next month and proud to have got myself in shape during full time studies! Daily log with open diary, any adds welcome :) x

Hi Kelly! Totally agree about having lots of motivational fitness pals! I log daily with an open food and exercise diary, so sent a wee friend request :) Laura x

I have just recently been diagnosed with IBS, and whilst medication is currently controlling the bloating/cramping cycle, I still struggle with feeling sick almost every day. I have tried gluten and wheat free and don't think that is a trigger as there have been times when I've eaten bread and other foods containing gluten…

I soak quinoa overnight and then blend with water to make a doughy paste. Bake and use as a pizza base, really filling and not nearly as damaging! I blogged about making quinoa pizza earlier in the year :) http://laurabesto.tumblr.com/post/77295291303/quinoa-pizza

An old rescue greyhound and a wee lurcher. Absolutely bonkers the pair of them! x

Yeah I do think I get enough from meals generally and I know that is preferable to taking it in as a shake. Thanks, will have a look! x

I'm actively trying to shred body fat but I'm not wanting to get to competition level size or anything like that!

Yeah I realise now that sounded a bit daft haha! I guess I meant that I wasn't lifting heavy on the bar or anything, but you're right in that I still get DOMS after weight machines. I do find myself hitting calorie and macros through 3 main meals and then a lot of snacks so I'm thinking of replacing some of the snacking…

I've just recently had trouble with IBS and suspected gluten/wheat intolerance so right now eating is quite unpleasant for me as I try to work out what will set me off and what is safe. Even worse when it seems to change on a daily basis! :(

One of my flatmates constantly makes comments about how much and how often I eat, despite the fact I know the precise nutritional and calorific details of each meal, and rarely exceed a net intake above 1900cal. However when she eats it's all frozen, greasy rubbish like potato waffles, chicken kievs and chips. Used to…

Hey! I log daily with an open food and exercise diary :) Always welcome new motivational pals! x

I go through a kilogram of Meridian Natural Peanut Butter (literally just blended peanuts, nothing else added) every month! I put whatever I'm spreading it on, on the scales then zero and measure it that way. Or if dunking apple or banana in it, I weight out a set amount onto a plate or bowl first. It's great for hitting…

For me, it was a case of being so desperately unhappy with how I looked, and I thought to myself "I wonder what would happen to my body if I went to the gym 3 times every week" So I did that, and after only 2 weeks I started seeing the changes and I got a buzz. So I kept going, and going, and going. I got hooked. 2 years…

I'm 5'9" and currently 66kg (145.5 lbs) down from 72kg (159 lbs). At my heaviest a couple years ago I was around 80kg (176lbs) and I have managed to lose, regain a bit and lose again! My goal is now to shred the body fat and tone up, and I'm doing pretty well so far. I log food and exercise daily with an open diary. Always…

Yup! Usually cook up my lunches and have them refrigerated in tuppaware so I know I don't have to worry about being caught on the go and having to settle for prepackaged rubbish. Can get some looks from other students when I crack open the chicken/rice/brocolli tuppaware but I'd rather smell that than the grease of a Maccy…

Orange juice and green tea every morning with my breakfast. Used to be hooked on 'normal' tea but have managed to switch to Green tea and sometimes peppermint tea.

There definitely do seem to be quite a range of alternatives and replacements; just some of them taste absolutely rotten! x

I'd be really interested in any responses to this as just recently (last 2-3 weeks) my doctor has suggested I go lactose-free due to severe IBS, and I am now testing out a wheat and/or gluten free diet as I have constant stomach and gut problems. It's difficult when everyone tells you to eat oats, cheese and yoghurt! x

We don't turn the heaters on in the flat; so definitely not me! ;) x

Yup, another Scot here! x

I love it! But only when cooked with part milk, part water and a banana. If I don't have a banana then it's a really tough eat! Peanut butter or brown sugar also go well.

Welcome along! I always find these forums so supportive and helpful, it really is motivating to have plenty other people all aiming for the same goal. Laura x

I'm 5' 11", started weight loss journey 2 years ago. Have lost 8-10kg, looking to lose another 3-4kg. I am concerned with dropping body fat and toning up. I log daily, am active on the homepage and my food and exercise diaries are open, I welcome any friend requests! x

I started spinning once a week about 4 weeks ago and oh my god the pain is incredible haha! It settles down quickly now, but after the first class I was walking like John Wayne for days!