julzbennett Member

Hi Ashley losing weight is totally achievable and well done for making the decision to do so. I started my health kick about a week ago 'officially' (with a practice week beforehand. I tend to agree that losing gradually is better for you; I know that it CAN be done, but it puts stress on your body in other ways. You may…

A treat every now and again is OK; something like that would make me spiral so well done for getting back on the wagon so quickly :)

Thanks everyone! I'm such an 'all or nothing' exerciser - as soon as I stop then I start craving sugary treats! I know I need to develop a healthier and more tolerant attitude to change but Day 2 is just so annoying having psyched myself up for a summer regime while work is quiet. Life always seems to get in the way but I…

I have a friend who has had a nude photoshoot done...she has the pictures up everywhere! There were lots that were not 'revealing' though...can have arms draped over the chest or photo from the back with you looking over shoulder...don't let the position put you off becuase a reputable photographer can help with this! As…

My dad (ex-science teacher) suggested a similar thing...I have been limiting but not eradicating carbs but I'll definitely have more carbs before a workout to try and limit unwanted side-effects! Any good idea for pre/post exercise nutrition?

I read somewhere that this is because the TYPE of person who typically eats breakfast TENDS to be the type with a balanced (an therefore healthier) diet...so the results though true are skewed! I have to have breakfast or at 4pm I go into a major sugar-funk and eat the world of chocolate! As soon as breakfast and lunch get…

amazing work and great philosophy for a healthy, happier life! congratulations!

Albert Einstein said the definition of insanity was doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. Her behaviour is innappropriate and abusive, and I have EVERY sympathy for the suffering that she has inflicted upon you. BUT if you let the same thing happen over an over there will be no…

just starting out - let me give 50km a go!

I totally sympathise with your circumstances; though not QUITE the same, I learned a lot of anxiety behaviours from my family, especially work-a-holicism, leading to stress and comfort eating. I did find counselling useful because it allowed me to sound out my feelings and work out what behaviours I learned and, most…

Olive oil is pretty good for you and amazingly your body NEEDS fat (well - the RIGHT fats) to burn the bad fat that many people are trying to shift. The key is moderation, and I find the best item I own is a 1tsp measuring spoon...I measure my oil out into the pan when making sauces e.t.c. so I can limit how much I use…

thanks for a balanced response; I'm certainly not into cutting out food groups...I like to keep my protein high where possible, and I think that picking the 'right carbs and fats' is the key rather than eliminating them. I think I agree with the 'sweetener taste' thing...I'd rather have a full-fat yoghurt every 3 days than…

I love natural foods and feel much energised after a few days without chocolate and processed takeaways like Maccy D's! I'm also well in favour of finding ways to make more wholesome versions of 'treat food' (anyone who can make me a recipe for KFC chicken strips will be my hero) and I'm not convinced by no dairy simply…

I am a mental health sufferer (mainly anxiety) and read this book a while back. My attitude is to take it with a pinch of salt but listen to the message which is 'keep your blood sugar stable and your mood will follow' and I certainly agree!! When eating healthily I feel much more capable of facing the world, and I also…

I'm on day 4 and my saviour has been ready-to-eat chicken. I reckon anything lean protein makes a great snack, try and get the balance of protein a little higher than the carbohydrates especially after exercise as the protein is needed for muscle recovery. A handful of nuts is also pretty good and my gym instructor said…

When I have lost weight in the past it always stays on my bum and thighs most - it's only in recent years that my stomach has been affected (and that was for me MY breaking point) but I empathise as I have a similar concern with my thighs...I lose loads of weight around by midriff but STILL need a high clothes size to fit…

I think it means you have a realistic body image! You know your strengths and areas to improve and that's awesome!

Epic work!!! You deserve to feel happy and have earned that ego-boost for sure :)

Great job; I hope you are genuinely proud of your success I hope to have a similar story of success in a few months time (though perhaps won't be QUITE long enough to get such shapely abs!!!!)

not only is your boyfriend shallow, but he is also a control freak, by the sounds of it! Lots of people in this world could benefit from losing a few pounds (I include myself!) but there is NO WAY I would take a guy criticizing my appearance and lifestyle. The clue to his true nature is in the statement 'I want my girl to…