January 2009 - Starters

[thin_inside]

Westie - Great to hear from you but sorry to hear you're having a bumpy ride. Putting all those CBT sessions to use now I'm sure you will succeed in being able to manage, if not banish, those eating demons. I hope you have had a better few days.

We Jan starters are getting a bit thin on the ground. I'm still plodding along in Development. Did a milk week for the first time and lost 2lb for which I am relieved. I do hope it gives me a boost and I now see a better average weekly loss than the last couple of months. I really want to be at goal and a few weeks into RTM when I go on holiday in mid oct.

xx

 

[daisydoll]

hi there
well had my first proper gain this week - well this fortnight really as i haven't been weighed since 11th July.

i have gained 3lb which is less than i thought iwould.

i had the bad few days the other week and combined with the more liberal week 7 and 8 RTM i have gained.

good news is my clothes all fit still so maybe this is my glycogen restocked rather than pure fat gain?

anyway, am going to re-focus and try not to gain anymore.

i have changed my goal weight - my lowest weight 2 weeks ago is, with hindsite, prob too low to maintain, i always said i wante dto leave RTM the same weight as i went in so i have shifted my goal back there.

i have lost 2lb in RTM now when adjusted which is fine.

i'm not getting weighed for another fortnight as going on holiday so i will have to keep things in check, and if i gain more re-think what i am doing 'wrong'

on a more positive note tho i have now sampled the absolutely gorgeous maintenence bars - choc and raisin, OMG how lovely are they????!!!!
My councillor gave me a box full of them, bless her (- they go out of date at end of july but will be fine for a while after, i am over the moon - but will be challenge in itself not to eat them all in a week, lol!!!)

daisy x

 

[Sean(JSF)]

Daisy - excellent attitude, RTM really is a time of self discovery isn't it?

COPIED FROM MY RTM BLOG

"2 Weeks gone since last update.

TBH I'm really trying to lose the obsession with food, and little by little, day by day it is getting easier. I've still been logging daily calories but have not been stressed when >3,000 on any one day as I know the next day will be <2,000, and that I always have the option of extra exercise to bring things back into line.

I was due to go to WI last Wednesday but I decided not to, so I'm in 2 minds whether to pop in tonight or not as I go away for 3 weeks in the morning so if I miss this week it will have been 8 weeks since I last went and TBH I don't think I'd bother at all if that were the case. I always intended to stay in touch with LLC and it would be good to catch up with the group, but there's only really 1-2 still there that I know.

In any case I weighed this morning at 11.13 - the exact same weight I was 4 weeks ago at the end of RTM. Amazing TBH - I know I've put on a couple of lbs and obviously lost them, almost daily I guess depending on intake over the previous few days. I'm delighted as I'm still 'careful' but pretty much eating and drinking what I want, when I want it - all be it with a background of knowing what the healthy options are, sometimes I still think I over do the 'healthy' choice and still feel a little obsessed, but as I said above, it is getting better/easier.

I've no option but to stop logging after today as no internet in France. I really wanted to have stopped by now but I'll just have to go 'cold turkey'

It really has been an interesting 7 months on LL and beyond. I had no idea when starting the diet that it would be a effective, or as challenging afterwards. The simple truth I guess is that no matter what happens you are always yourself, always react in the same instinctive way to situations, and will always have to focus and work on conscious decisions/choices.

To those of you on plan I wish you every success, but for now my journey is over.

Goodbye"

 

[thin_inside]

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Sean - we'll miss you. Have a great time in France and I wish you all success for your 'normal' future.

Your blog will live on and continue being an inspiration for those of us still to reach goal and get through the personal battles of RTM.

Love t_i.

 

[thin_inside]

Just back from meeting. Lost another 2.5lb which is OK. Plodding along.... but all going in right direction.

Got my 26 week photos back tonight. Wow. I can see my collarbones!! Massive difference compared to week 1 and more noticeable than I expected against week 13. I'm anticipating another set at 39 weeks, which I'm hoping will be about the time I start RTM.

 

[daisydoll]

well done!!!
any chance you can post pics?
daisy x

 

[slendablenda]

Well done Thinny!

Are you going to let us see the photos then?I want to see your collar bone too!
Goodbye for now Sean. You are an inspiration to many.
As you say it is so difficult to unlearn a lifetime of behaviour patterns. The great thing is that because of LL we are at least aware of our triggers and temptations - that's half the battle. I think the secret seems to be not to deny ourselves, but to moderate our behaviour around food and drink. That's what "real people" do. A little bit up, a little bit down, somme treats, some being careful - et voila!
Maintenance.
By George, she's got it.

 

[thin_inside]

Thanks SB and Daisy. Unfortunately I can't post the pics - it's a technology thing... we haven't got a scanner.

xx

 

[daisydoll]

i took a picture of my LL pics with my camera then just uploaded them.
the quality isn't brill, but good enough
daisy x

 

[westiegirl]

Morning all.

I'm glad to see everyone is doing really well. Sorry I can't be here more often but this is definately the silly season workwise - I've already done 40 hours since Monday

It's a tiring time and it's playing havoc on my eating. Also being "caught out" by not being completely prepared has lead to some bad choices over the last week. It has unfortunately meant a 3lb gain this week (but it was also TOTM) but every week is a learning curve. I don't think I've been eating enough earlier in the day to keep me going (I'm on my feet for about 10 hours a day at the moment) and it has lead to some bad choices late afternoon when I have a slump and/or there has been nothing better available. Yesterday I ate more earlier and it seems to have had a beneficial effect

I was really interested to read Sean's entry about feeling obsessed about food. Seems like my whole life revolves around food at the moment and my thoughts are always about it. It's good to know that the feelings do subside because the obsession is worrying me a little!!!

Keep it going folks - we're getting there

 

[Foxtrot]

Hi peeps!

I'm sure you will pop in from time to time Sean, you can't not really Have a wonderful time in France.

We've just got back from a couple of weeks around Spain and Portugal and I put on 7lb. :sigh: BUT since being home I've lost 2lb already, I'm sure the rest will shift now I can see my routine again. Considering how many vegetables they grow over there, they are incredibly scarce on the plate at meal times! I tried the veggie option a few times but that was usually much naughtier than a normal one! Oh well, I'm not spending hours sitting in a car travelling and the water consumption has gone up again. Will assess where I am in 2 weeks and then either go Lite or plod on.

Well done all who are still going.

 

[thin_inside]

Hello Westie and Foxy! Good to hear from you. You both seem to coping with the post abstinence trials with good mental strength and awareness which bodes well for the long term.

Yes, I'm still plodding on. Only another 38lb to lose which is clearly going to take a while yet, but I'm in a good place and still 100% abstinent.

Already come to terms with the fact I'll be abstinent through my October family holiday. More challenging will be an annual dive trip on a liveaboard in November. The meals on board are huge in taste, quality and quantity - and I'll either be abstinent or in the early weeks of RTM. That will be a big trial, but is some way away yet so I have time to prepare.

I'm prattling so I'll finish now.

Do keep popping in, it's getting lonely here now.

xx

 

[JessicaL]

Hey all,
Sorry i haven't been around for ages!
Its great to see everyone is still getting on well in the world of LL!
I've not been so clever myself! I've put 4lb on over the past 6 weeks so i decided to bite the bullet and i've joined a lite group! I wanted to lose an extra stone when i had finished abstinence so i figured this would be the best way to do it!
I'm also going to the gym daily so i'm feeling good!
I'm going to have a little read around and attempt to catch up with everything on here!
I hope you're all well and keep up the good work!
Jess xxx

 

[thin_inside]

Hello Jess - Great to see you about again. Do share your LLL experiences. I'm sure you'll lose the few lbs very quickly.

I had an amazing week - lost 4.5lb, which equals my highest ever loss (except week 1 of course) and a real boost after so many weeks of just 1-2lb losses. Delighted. It also meant I have not only gone into the 11s (back to my teens!) but have managed to clock up the seven stone loss. On a bit of a high just now. I love LL.

The meeting was also really useful even though there were just three of us with a stand-in LLC. We had a great chat about goals and what we want to change in our lives over the next month, six months, year etc. Also about the pros and cons of making the changes. Very thought provoking and I realise I have come a long way, but still have some thought adjustments to make in preparation for RTM.

I feel a bit lonely on here now - am I the only Jan starter left in abstinence? I have a couple of months longer at least, but a few more of the 4lb+ losses will bring RTM sooner .

 

[slendablenda]

WELL DONE YOU

You should feel so proud of yourself. It's great to get a big loss at this stage, it gives you a boost. Well done.
Don't feel gloomy about being on abstinence longer than others who started atthe same time. BL and I have a theory - if you are on abstinence for a long time (I was for 10 months) it gives you longer to mentally prepare for maintenance and benefit from the psychological support LL gives. It's surely helped both of us in RTM and beyond. I know you'll stick with it.
Thin inside - thin outside too!:flirt2:
Sorry, I liked the smiley - didn't realise it said flirt!

 

[thin_inside]

BL and I have a theory - if you are on abstinence for a long time (I was for 10 months) it gives you longer to mentally prepare for maintenance and benefit from the psychological support LL gives.

And I think you are absolutely right SB. I know I have come a long way, but I am also very aware I have a lot more adjustment to prepare for. I don't feel ready for RTM yet, but I am getting there .

Thanks for all your support - it is so great to have your wise comments to help me appreciate I am doing OK and to keep me focused and motivated.

 

[thin_inside]

Just realised - I only have 0.5lb to lose and I am 3/4 of the way to goal . Wow. Aiming to cruise past that 100lb loss mark next week too. In ww I would get a certificate !

Goal setting and small step targets are good for the soul .

 

[SexyBecks1]

Hi TI. I am at still on abstinence too and like you I have had a quite a few low losses recently.

I think I am going to change my goal weight as I don't think I will be a size 12 at 11 stone so I think I might lower it to 10.5. But when you have never been that size it is so hard to tell. So it is one week at a time for me at the moment.

My group is now getting a bit thin on the ground now as nearly everyone has moved onto management apart from the people that have as much to loose as me. I am finding now that instead of other people being my motivation (as they were always closer to goal), we have a few new people in our group so I am now motiovation for them, which feels so good.

My LLC has made her own certificates and 2 ladies in my group have now lost over 100lb which is absolutley amazing. I take my hat off to you TI for sticking with it. I know we've all had our ups and downs but we will get to our personal goals in the end.

Well done on your fantastic loss and getting into the 11's. Not much further to go now.

Have a good weekend everyone x x

 

[thin_inside]

Hi Becks. Good to know you're still in abstinence! Nearly there though aren't we? I'm last man standing by miles of my original group and have seen many come and go through the developers class. But like you, it does seem that I am now the motivation for one or two others, which is nice.

I set my initial target of 9.06 simply because I want to maintain under 10 so this gives me some leeway for RTM and the normal fluctuations. Plus it seemed right to aim for the 50% loss. However, I do reserve the right to alter this as I get there - I don't expect to alter it downwards at all, more likely to stop sooner. A comfortable size 10 would be nice though . I'm not long into size 14 so definitely not stopping for a while yet.

What a lovely thing for your LLC to do - recognising the 100lb losses. It does feel quite momentous and there can't be large numbers achieving it - even with LL.

I spend too much time analysing my loss and targets from every angle. I'm definitely obsessed with this diet and getting worse as it goes on. I guess its the same issue many have had as they get closer to goal - but I'm determined not to sabotage my efforts. I am finding it quite difficult to stay abstinent at the moment and am constantly talking myself away from temptations. I am determined NOT to let myself down and keep telling myself that I'll get to goal sooner and be almost done with RTM for Christmas if I fight that rebellious child.

Hope you having a good weekend and well done on your journey so far! xx

 

[thin_inside]

2lb more off for me this week.

I was hoping for more but take great consolation in just edging my toes over the 100lb marker .