Thankyou Lena, the 24lbs has taken 4wks, first week was reducing calories and carbs in readiness for CD and 3wks SS+ so I'm now on week 4 My weigh in is Monday morning so for this week its was 5lbs or 3.42% My name is Nicola I'm 36 and a mother of 2, both boys, eldest is 17 and the youngest is 5Hiya exp 107 and forest. we have 2 spaces so you are both more than welcome! , im on week 3 now, next weigh in on sun if you read though the posts you will learn a bit about us xxxx exp i see youve lost 24lbs already! well done :happy096: how long did that take?