Anyone in the 9s want to be in the 8's ??

[Nikki<3]

Wendolene, funny thing is I was never a nervous flier and having worked in travel for 6 years I would take at least 10-12 flights a year without any worries but since having my daughter I'm a real panickier and that's why I chose a cruise for the honeymoon from Southampton so I didn't have to go on a plane but I don't want millie to grow up afraid so I think we are going to Mexico now x

 

[Wendolene]

I hope you have a great time, whatever you decide to do . Mexico sounds awesome. I'd love to travel more, but my anxiety makes it so hard. Last time I left the country was to go to Egypt in 2008. I had one of the best weeks of my life, but now I'm even nervous about going to Belgium.

Also, anyone have any tips for resisting the pull of the chocolate shops while I'm there?

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

I'm going to Copenhagen in May for work - first flight since 2004 - I'm nervous about it I think because I have 3 children now so bigger impact if something went wrong. Chronic pain and weightloss is hard and so is stress. I think targets on the scales are misleading as muscle is heavier but small than fat - so it's got to be scales as a guide along with clothes size and inches

 

[Wendolene]

I'm going to Copenhagen in May for work - first flight since 2004 - I'm nervous about it I think because I have 3 children now so bigger impact if something went wrong. Chronic pain and weightloss is hard and so is stress. I think targets on the scales are misleading as muscle is heavier but small than fat - so it's got to be scales as a guide along with clothes size and inches

I'm sure we will both be fine, and so much more confident when we have done it !

It's weird, because my weight loss has been slow the last few weeks, but I've quickly dropped dress sizes. I was wearing size 14 jeans to weigh in (I was trying to wear the same clothes every week for consistency), but I've had to switch them for size 10 ones. I also bought a size 10 top in Fat Face today, so I'm feeling very happy. I naturally reached for the 12 first of all, but was pleasantly surprised when it was too big. You're right, it is more important to focus on inches, really. I mean, I'd rather be rid of my protruding belly and have some muscle tone there, even if it means having to take the 'scenic route'. There's no rush, after all - I already feel much healthier than I have in a long time. x

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

That's fantastic Wendolene - I think the last stone of weightloss is really difficult and the scales can be demotivating - to the point where I've got disheartened and eaten rubbish - I'd rather be a toned and healthy 9st than a flabby 8.10 (although either would be good right now! )

 

[kim63]

We all become so obsessed with those numbers on the scales instead of how we feel & look.....we're all guilty of it! 18 months ago I relentlessly pushed to get to 8st 7lbs for a big birthday & I got there, but didn't stay there because it wasnt sustainable! This time I'm going to be a lot more realistic & head for 9st......hopefully injuries & painkillers wont get in the way lol!
Have either of you ladies taken Pregabalin?

 

[Wendolene]

Yes - the highest dose, as well. I'm sure it's responsible for my weight gain the last year .

Goodness, does it increase the appetite, which can wreck havoc with the willpower. I was really hungry late last night, and just told myself it was probably thirst and drank a glass of water, but it's so hard sometimes. x

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

No baclofen for muscle spasms cocodamol or ibroprufen for flare ups if I need it, amitriptyline for nerve pain - but I pretty much take them adhoc around flare ups, overuse and injuries. They are less effective on someone with eds - hypermobility so self management best option. Www. Paintoolkit.org best thing I've found - but not good at following it!!

 

[kim63]

Yes - the highest dose, as well. I'm sure it's responsible for my weight gain the last year .

Goodness, does it increase the appetite, which can wreck havoc with the willpower. I was really hungry late last night, and just told myself it was probably thirst and drank a glass of water, but it's so hard sometimes. x

I was put up to 225mg twice a day which didn't agree with me, so I reduced it down to 150mg bd which was a lot more tolerable. I have been slowly weaning off since February & hopefully off completely in a week. Its been a hard slog & I wasn't told of the side effects.......nasty drug to get off, weight gain!!! It worked wonders for my nerve pain, but in hindsight I wish I had never started.
Is there any chance you could reduce the amount you're on.....how much are you taking?

 

[kim63]

No baclofen for muscle spasms cocodamol or ibroprufen for flare ups if I need it, amitriptyline for nerve pain - but I pretty much take them adhoc around flare ups, overuse and injuries. They are less effective on someone with eds - hypermobility so self management best option. Www. Paintoolkit.org best thing I've found - but not good at following it!!

I used to take amitriptyline for nerve pain/sleep & then a pain specialist prescribed Nortriptyline which really helped, but virtually off that now as well. Trouble is with all these drugs we have to take, you need to take other drugs to counteract the side effects of them all.... vicious circle.

I found along with the Pregabalin, HRT has been the worse for weight gain! Stopped that....I'll put up with hot flushes rather than be like this, especially after getting to target!!!

 

[Wendolene]

I was put up to 225mg twice a day which didn't agree with me, so I reduced it down to 150mg bd which was a lot more tolerable. I have been slowly weaning off since February & hopefully off completely in a week. Its been a hard slog & I wasn't told of the side effects.......nasty drug to get off, weight gain!!! It worked wonders for my nerve pain, but in hindsight I wish I had never started.
Is there any chance you could reduce the amount you're on.....how much are you taking?

I'm on 600mg a day . I was on 450mg daily (same as you), but it didn't seem to be working for my anxiety, so they increased it. This was when my weight really seemed to shoot up. Still, seeing people like you, who have succeeded despite the odds being against them, gives me hope. My target is the same as yours, so hopefully I can get there, too!

Had a bit of an awkward moment today. My friend came over, and I had planned to go for a pub lunch nearby, where I knew I could get something syn-free (she didn't seem averse to the idea at the time), but we ended up going somewhere else, as she said she wasn't keen on that specific place. I really panicked and I could see that she was losing her patience with me (I worry way too much), but she was lovely and managed to talk to someone she knew who worked there, so I could have new potatoes cooked without butter, fillet steak and salad with no dressing, which I believe is syn-free? If it wasn't, then life's too short, as it was delicious. There's nothing I can do about it now - tomorrow's another day.

Does anyone else sometimes feel awkward eating out? The pub was really busy and I felt like I should just suck it up and accept an off-plan day - I kind of felt bad for being fussy afterwards.

I really hope I lose something decent on Monday - I've been trying so hard these last two weeks.

 

[kim63]

I'm on 600mg a day . I was on 450mg daily (same as you), but it didn't seem to be working for my anxiety, so they increased it. This was when my weight really seemed to shoot up. Still, seeing people like you, who have succeeded despite the odds being against them, gives me hope. My target is the same as yours, so hopefully I can get there, too!

Had a bit of an awkward moment today. My friend came over, and I had planned to go for a pub lunch nearby, where I knew I could get something syn-free (she didn't seem averse to the idea at the time), but we ended up going somewhere else, as she said she wasn't keen on that specific place. I really panicked and I could see that she was losing her patience with me (I worry way too much), but she was lovely and managed to talk to someone she knew who worked there, so I could have new potatoes cooked without butter, fillet steak and salad with no dressing, which I believe is syn-free? If it wasn't, then life's too short, as it was delicious. There's nothing I can do about it now - tomorrow's another day.

Does anyone else sometimes feel awkward eating out? The pub was really busy and I felt like I should just suck it up and accept an off-plan day - I kind of felt bad for being fussy afterwards.

I really hope I lose something decent on Monday - I've been trying so hard these last two weeks.

Wow thats a huge dose! Must admit I didn't realise it was used for anxiety...just thought it was for neuropathic pain & epilepsy. Just goes to show the multi use of many drugs! It's a great drug but a b***** to get off! It was only when I started to research the drug did I realise the nasty implications......weight gain being 1 if the main ones! Could you try something else with less side effects?
Unless there was a dressing on the salad you just had a virtual sync free meal....maybe count some syns for ??? Oil for steak & the dressing. I wouldn't put it down as an off plan meal because you made a good choice.
How much more weight have you got to lose?

 

[Nikki<3]

Why are social lives the saboteurs!

Pub last night where no good choices were made and then tomorrow is curry takeaway at my nans. I have 3 weeks until the sister in laws wedding.

Mini target.... 7lbs off for the wedding! This will take me to 9st 12lb..... I CAN DO THIS

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

I have 3 young kids a full time job and a doctorate to do - I have no social life!!! haven't had a curry for ages - jealous - enjoy then get back on track! There are healthier options on the menu

 

[Blondcat]

I have 3 young kids a full time job and a doctorate to do - I have no social life!!! haven't had a curry for ages - jealous - enjoy then get back on track! There are healthier options on the menu

What's the PhD in carbs?

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

I wish - that might be easier. It's Health Policy

 

[Wendolene]

Wow thats a huge dose! Must admit I didn't realise it was used for anxiety...just thought it was for neuropathic pain & epilepsy. Just goes to show the multi use of many drugs! It's a great drug but a b***** to get off! It was only when I started to research the drug did I realise the nasty implications......weight gain being 1 if the main ones! Could you try something else with less side effects?
Unless there was a dressing on the salad you just had a virtual sync free meal....maybe count some syns for ??? Oil for steak & the dressing. I wouldn't put it down as an off plan meal because you made a good choice.
How much more weight have you got to lose?

No dressing and the steak was grilled, so I'm hoping it was syn-free . The wine I'm planning on having tomorrow won't be, though! Not to worry - I've only had 3.5 syns since last Saturday, which I know is completely off-plan, but I seem to be losing weight - the scales at my parents' house read 9st 7 this morning, but that was before eating and in my pyjamas.

I've got just under a stone and a half to go from my last weigh in result - 8 and a half stone is my ultimate goal. I'm not sure whether it's even possible now, but it was my pre-medication weight, unless I was a bit naughty and it might have gone up to 9. Those days seem to be behind me, unless I really regulate my diet.

If you don't mind me asking, Kim - did you ever experience water retention as a side effect of the Pregabalin? My ankles were really swollen earlier in the week, and I've noticed it a few times, but they've gone down now. I was really heavy when it was at its worst about a week ago. I'm trying to drink lots of fluids to counteract it.

I had the Slimming World tikka masala last night, Lovehatecarbs - it was rather tasty, as I do enjoy a good curry. A bit spicy though, as a warning. I had it with some boiled white rice and a side salad. I do miss naan bread, though - I always end up craving it when I can smell my partner cooking it!

Hope everyone has a fantastic weekend! x

 

[kim63]

Not water retention as such Wendolene, as in not localised around my ankkes etc, but just general weight gain. I was also on hrt for a few months but I absolutely ballooned on those.......the best thing for fluid retention is drink plenty of clear fluids & it should help flush all the toxins out.
Well done on doing so well, especially with your drug regime

 

[Lovehatecarbs]

9 7 this morning - 3lb loss this week on a 4 day juice plan and feel healthy - so normal food today!!

 

[Nikki<3]

Morning girls. Well this cold is now 2 weeks old. My right ear has been blocked for nearly a week and I've got a small lump on the roof of my mouth and it's making my mouth really sore. The diet hasn't been happening this past week.