DonnaS Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I can't believe it. I've just eaten two small packets of Milky Bar buttons (they are in a bag of mixed chocs left over from Christmas on top of the fridge) - while I was on this forum! Husband busy with the kids while I have a look at what's been going on today. I can't believe I was so stupid... The sooner those chocolates have gone the better... Bad Donna Bad Donna .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 Thanks all, just feeling sorry for myself. But I will try your tips, thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 Trish - I can sympathise, I've had the same since New Year's Day, thought i was better last night but it came back with a vengeance this morning. I can't face my chocolate either I'm off to drink the chicken's water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I hope you're better soon too Lesley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 Hope I wasn't spreading it Lesley. Get better soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 7, 2006 Author Share Posted January 7, 2006 I think I passed it to you - and I caught it from ClareT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 Thanks Sheila I actually feel quite positive that I will do it this year. I am not going to try any faddy diets and lose 3stone in one week but ensure I cut out (or down) on the naughties, walk up the three flights of stairs at work (rather than take the lift) etc.! Lets hope that the clothes that seem to have mysteriously shrunk over the last year will stretch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 7, 2006 Share Posted January 7, 2006 So sorry , I meant to post a link for the Australian food pyramid. Here you are: http://www.nutritionaustralia.org/Food_Facts/Fact_Sheets/about%20_the_healthy_eating_pyramid.asp It is far better that our British Dietetic Association info and actually gives quantities etc. I liked the questionaire that helps check if your diet is varied enough. I use it alot in my work BBX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 8, 2006 Author Share Posted January 8, 2006 That site is very helpful Jayne. Thank you. I've been to Kate's today and she's been feeding me cake and biscuits - all home-made of course! Too nice to resist - so I didn't Next weekend in Lodon and then I'll be able to concentrate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 I've been to Kate's today and she's been feeding me cake and biscuits - all home-made of course! Too nice to resist - so I didn't Thanks Lesley ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 8, 2006 Share Posted January 8, 2006 Homemade cakes are best and are my nemesis Lesley, Rosie caught the lurgy from me afetr Christmas and has only just got over it - the tummy cramps go on for quite a while Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Just got this in an email and thought that it might belong here: For those of us that have over indulged over Christmas.... 'Twas the month after Christmas and all through the house Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The stuffing I'd nibbled, the turkey I'd taste The yummies I'd eaten gone straight to my waist. The wine and the mince pies, The bread and the cheese I should have just said, "No thank you, please." So as I dressed myself in my boyfriend's old shirt, I couldn't believe my bottom and belly- the girth! I said to myself, as only I can, "You can't spend the year disguised as a man!" So away with the last of the sour-cream dip, Get rid of the fruitcake, every cracker and chip. Every last bit of food that I like must be banished 'Til all the additional ounces have vanished. I won't have a cookie, not even a lick. Instead I'll chew on a long celery stick. I won't have Irish coffees, or chocolates, or pie, I'll munch on a carrot and quietly I'll cry: "I'm hungry, I'm lonesome, and life is a bore- But isn't that what January's for?" Unable to giggle, no longer a riot, Happy New Year to all and to all a good diet! For those who are affected by this poem you can ring the special diet helpline on the following number: 808080028 (Ate Nothing, Ate Nothing, Ate Nothing, Nothing to Ate)! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Oh very good Clare.................. I am not feeling quite so miserable I have lost 3 pounds this week and jeff has lost 4 pounds, just hope I can keep up the healthy eating........ I am just about to make some minestrone soup and wholemeal rolls for lunch if i can get off the forum for long enough.................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Love it Clare BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Well done Nicola! Lunch sounds lovely - make an extra bowl for me I'll be straight over... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 9, 2006 Author Share Posted January 9, 2006 - love it! Well done Nicola - next week, I will have finished all the goodies and been to London for our combined birthday weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Very good Clare! I too have lost 3 lbs over the weekend, but I'm going to struggle today I think, really hungry. I have made some more vegetable soup with languishing veg that I hadn't used - turnips, celeriac, carrots, parsnips and leeks, with a can of tomatoes. I hope it tastes all right! No rolls for me though, just vegetables and fruit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 9, 2006 Author Share Posted January 9, 2006 Carrot sticks Ginette? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Only if I can be bothered to peel them! Off to change the beds - that should use up lots of calories! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Right who wants to join me in the 10,000 step pedometer challenge. I did it last january as I was getting ready to stop smoking (which I did in feb lasy year ) This year just want to do it as 40 very soon and want to start doing proper walks like we used to. Mikey is up for it and we now have a pup that will enjoy walking distance in the not too distant future..... I'm going to pop this on another thread and see you there if you fancy getting a cheap pedometer and watching your daily steps increase making you feel a sense of achievement and letting you know you are getting fit and manageing your weight (got clients doing this last year and it was good) BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 10 thousand a day, Buffie? I have a pedometer which I wear all the time. I probably only reach 10k once a week but usually manage 7-8k. Yes, I'll take up the challenge and that will fit nicely with Sheila's suggestion of a 20 minute walk a day! Thanks! Do I post my steps each day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 Have started a new thread Ginette 10,000 steps a day challenge. Yes sorry it is 10,000 a day and the idea is now in many countries to get people fitter. You can do what you want, talk through problems or just proudly tell us you've added a few steps to your day, give hints and tips.. I think it's a matter of making use of the nice supportive bunch of Omleteers, I'm sure some others will join us. Just got my batteries so am about to see what I do in this afternoon. Anyone is free to join at anytime!! This is open to all by the way. No matter of fitness as you are challenging yourself not each other!BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 I'd love to Buff, but I walk to school, then on to work, back home for lunch and back again, then back home at the end of the day - it's not far, but once I am in for the evening I have to stay in with Rosie, so I'm not going to get the chance during the week. I have decided that when Rosie is with her dad for the weekend I will go the the gym/have a walk as much as I can. My issue is not so much with fat as with fit! I used to be super-fit, but that has slipped as I can only get to the gym one evening a week, but I mean to make up for it this year and claw back some of the fitness that has disappeared. Perhaps I could post on here when I go to the gym/for a run, then I would feel guilty if I didn't do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 9, 2006 Share Posted January 9, 2006 hey don't feel guilty Clare... Gulit just makes you do extremes and then lose momentum. It should be manageable amounts of exercise easily achieved on a regular basis, regular is the key not hours and hours. How about you and Rosie having a walk round the block, she'd enjoy it too. W'll support you in whatever you do Clare. I haven't got a weight issue but want to tone up and maintain things really. BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 9, 2006 Author Share Posted January 9, 2006 I bought one last year just to see how I was progressing with learning to walk again - still not mobile enough to manage 10,000 a day but i might join in with my own limit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
