Step 1 Sole Source + CC's C diary 2013

Morning All!
Thanks for all the support!

I've made it back from the 48hours from hell (food wise) and I think I've done ok. On Wednesday I managed a bar for lunch chopped up, and a shake for brekkie, plus some chicken and salad for the evening meal, so that wasn't too bad. Yesterday though, was a different picture. All we were offered for breakfast was an orgy of carbs - muffins, croissants, toast, flapjacks - no alternatives. So I had a bar in private with the excuse that I don't really eat brekkie! Then lunch, was another sea of bread and cakes and crisps. Urgh. Made me feel quite sick and again, was a steep learning curve into previous eating habits. My problem was there wasn't any alternatives. So out came my lo carb excuses, and I picked out the fillings of the sandwiches - which unfortunately were ham and cheese. I was so hungry by that point that I ate the ham and a little cheese with cucumber and lettuce - I know cheese is a no-no :( I'm so frustrated with the impossibilities of food sometimes. Grr. Went to the gym last night to compensate but I'm truly hoping I haven't kicked myself out of Ketosis.

I'm going to avoid social eating for a couple of weeks now - I have found this week just far too stressful and complicated to manage 100% and that is not where I want to be. So one mor working day to go, and there are no ridiculous meetings or demands on my time, so I'm ok. Phew.

Hope everyone is ok - will catch up on posts and weigh ins ASAP (please let me know how you are all doing!!)

Take care, and stay strong xx
 
I think you did amazing! Faced with that I would have used the excuse to cave - great job! I don't think you will notice much difference on the scales and like you said it's a real glimpse into what you (we all) would have done previously and not thought a thing about it! Consider yourself patted on the back ?
 
Cupcake you did brilliantly! It shows how determined you are when most of us would have just eaten the bread. Well done you! :happy096:
Do you feel like you've come out of ketosis? Enjoy a nice de-stressing weekend, you sound like you work really hard!
Hope the last working day is going well. Woopwoop it's Friday :clap: x
 
Thanks guys! What would I do without you?! I'm convinced I've blown this weeks weight loss so dreading weigh in tomorrow. More learning!


Had a choccy tetra, mango shake and a chicken soup for tea. I'm feeling cold tonight though so it's an early night for me.

Tomorrow is a new day, and the start of a lovely new week :)

Xx
 
I know what you mean about blowing the week's weight loss. When we commit ourselves to this and spend the days and weeks changing our lives around the diet and denying ourselves it's really hard to accept if we get into a situation and aren't as perfect as we'd like to be. Whatever your weigh in result is, I think you had a really successful week. What would you weigh now if you had not done the diet? What would you have eaten at the event before giving yourself these strict guidelines? You are so much better off than you were, and feel so much better. You have so many more good days to count against one that you are disappointed with and that's a positive .. you're moving forward, not going back!
 
Well done wee Cupcake!

10/10 for dealing with the food fest. Don't think it will affect your weight much at all. Proud if you. I know how hard it is at these events. They put fruit out as a healthy option and even that's a no-no! So glad you survived :)

Go forth and be proud of yourself :) x
 
Morning all!


Thanks plum and bubbly - yes we are our own worst critic aren't we?! Well it's behind me now as I have my weigh in today, nice new shakes and bars to buy, and a shiny new week of no distractions ahead! 100% for me this week!

One of the worst weight critics at work yesterday asked if I had lost weight! She always b*tches about what people wear, how they've gained, so I was a bit taken aback. I'm just thanked her and said I was wearing a flattering skirt! I'm to comfortable with people noticing it seems! I'm going to work on that this week.

Off to lidl to buy some sparkling water, and some flowers for my dad for Father's Day. Will update later, even if its not good news.

Happy Saturday one and all! Xx
 
Hi cupcake what time is your weigh in? I hope you do well and I have a feeling you will :)

New week new determination :)

I'm up early with my boys and going to take advantage of getting my water in ;) xx
 
Hi Hayley - I'm getting the water in too :tshirt:.

So I weighed in at 10 and am thrilled to report a 4lb loss!!! So that's 20lbs in just under 3 weeks. Wow. And that includes cheesegate :eek:

So I've new packs, a new week, and no distractions ahead.

yippee!

xx
 
Woohoo well done!! :D

That's fab!! Your doing so well xx
I'm starving again today but trying to push myself out with water as far as I can as If I eat now ill be hungry earlier I'm gonna have something at 2 I think probs a soup to warm me up!! I'm freezing working from home dressed but with dressing gown on too where the heck is summer?? Maybe it's holding out for us hitting goal? ;) hehe xx
 
Ive decided to SS+ today to fit in with family. Had some steamed broccoli with chicken for tea, and I'm stuffed :) I'm really starting to notice the flavour and texture of food, and enjoying it so much. Feels so ugh better to eat what is planned rather than what is the only thing available! Also (tmi alert) managed to 'go' so that was a relief too ;)

I can't believe in less than 3 weeks on Cambridge, I have lost over 7% of y starting weight, and a fifth of what I need to lose. It's amazing. I'm also in awe of what I am learning about myself, and my relationship with food. Broccoli used to be just a green bit of veg on a plate. Tonight it was a taste and texture sensation and I honestly never thought I'd be so enthralled with a floret of organic broccoli!! Isn't life funny?!

I'll have a hot shake for bedtime later, and go to bed feeling most content. Xx
 
Hey Cupcake,

Congratulations on your 4lb loss and sending you good vibes for the week ahead. :vibes:
It is very strange how this "weight plan" makes you realise things now you thought were nothing to do with your weight before. Learning in a good way!

Keep going xx
 
Morning!


Feel strangely reenergised this morning despite an attack of insomnia (watched Inner Space on ITV2 instead of sleeping and loved it ;) ). Have indulged in a proper coffee this morning and half a bar. Off to the gym in a bit, and will have the other half later. The weather is pants, so I'm planning an afternoon of lolling about ;)

I did my nails last night and feel proper glam! Isn't is interesting to note how a little self awareness and pampering can make a HUGE difference?!

Had Tesco delivery last night too and didn't bat an eyelid at pizzas, fresh pasta, and yogurts that filled the fridge. Just not bothered by it. I am choosing quick and easy things to cook for my tribe though, just to simplify things a little. All with fresh fruit and veg so they are doing ok. I've got their full support which means so much :)

Happy Sunday people! Xx
 
So I've been to the gym, and devoured my mango shake, and now am freezing cold! I'm having a weak cup of bouillon to warm up - not strictly on plan but only 10 calls and low carb so I'm sure it's ok. Better than eating!

Now planning a weekend away in a couple of weeks, so into thinking about managing CWP at a campsite! Xx
 
So had 80g of salad leaves, a dribble of balsamic and some drained tuna in spring water for tea whilst watching obese - a year to change yr life. Some of those stories are utterly inspirational, and show the true courage and dedication people have to change their lives. I'm humbled tbh - I'm obese, but feel lucky to have 'caught' myself as I tipped into 20stones and never want to go back there. I know the only way is to challenge the way I think, change the habits I have, and move my body more. I don't want to be a fat person any more.

So I've done some squats whilst washing up, and have drunk an extra litre of water, and planned my targets. My version is 6 months to change your life, and by golly I intend to. 80lbs to go, I will be there by Christmas.

Xx
 
You are doing incredibly well! Congrats on the weight loss. I can relate to everything you are saying. I find that along with constantly thinking about food, I'm thinking about how I am with food, what I do that is self destructive and think of ways to change that. I just finished my 810 week and the food was gorgeous. I didn't cook the same way I normally would (obviously) and everything just tasted fantastic - I wonder will it taste that good when I am eating full time? Keep it up - you're inspiring!!
 
Little Plum Duff said:
You are doing incredibly well! Congrats on the weight loss. I can relate to everything you are saying. I find that along with constantly thinking about food, I'm thinking about how I am with food, what I do that is self destructive and think of ways to change that. I just finished my 810 week and the food was gorgeous. I didn't cook the same way I normally would (obviously) and everything just tasted fantastic - I wonder will it taste that good when I am eating full time? Keep it up - you're inspiring!!
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Hi plum - I think that the retraining our taste buds, and our minds are going through, will mean that we will appreciate everything 100% more. I'm determined never to take either myself, or my diet for granted again. My CWPC is an inspiration for this. She tells me about how she still uses the plan 1 or 2 days a week - a bit like the 5:2 - and yet enjoys what she eats. I'm so glad you've enjoyed the 810 week - I've got a while to go before that! It's brilliant you are totally engaging with the plan, as I am. I couldn't imagine not doing so tbh - the stakes are too high now to be mucking around! ( cost of the plan plus cost to my self, plus cost to my health). It remains a daily battle though, and a real effort to make the necessary thought and behaviour changes. We can do it though!

So Monday begins, and I'm feeling good. Cold though - thank good ness for coffee! I'm trying the oriental chilli soup later, and my beloved Mango too. Might even squeeze in a hot choc if I feel this cold later ;)

Have a good day! Xx
 
Your doing so well Hun!! Your an inspiration to me!!
I get cold too that means your well and truly in ketosis :)
Xx
 
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