Hey RibenaGirl,
I too go to Slimming World. OD doesn't seem to like the concept (the man is obsessed with calories), but the plan works, as long as you stick to it. I love the fact that you can stuff your face with potatoes, pasta and rice and still lose weight (I'm a huge carb fan). I call it the "Greedy B*stards Diet".
FYI,they don't have SW in the USA - my group leader told me this when I went to Memphis on hols this year. They've never heard of it, even though it's been around for nearly 40 years. They're always a bit behind the times in the States, lol. I'm sure it'll catch on eventually.
This week I have had all red days 'cos I
really wanted bacon for breakfast. I've had a bacon and egg toastie every morning, which fills me up a lot better than Weetabix, I can tell you. I've also been eating lots of grilled pork loin steaks (no fat) and oven-baked chicken breasts with slow-cooked onions, peppers and mushrooms - mmmm...
Sorry, getting off my point here. I haven't had breakfast yet, so I'm a bit peckish, lol.
I'm wondering what you weaknesses are? Mine are chocolate, chocolate and, oh yeah, chocolate(!) I'm also a big fan of bread - all types of bread, especially a lovely soft white loaf spread with unsalted Lurpak and strawberry jam, mmmm.... Sorry, there I go again. Must eat breakfast soon!
I must congratulate you on buying a bike. I haven't been on a bike since I was 12 yo and I nearly ended up as road kill, so I won't be buying one anytime soon. If you don't feel confident about getting out there on it, what about walking? It really is the best and cheapest exercise there is. Of course, you might not be able to go very far right now, but anything is better than nothing. I can't do much walking myself because of mechanical problems with my feet, but I do what I can. I got a pedometer and have tried to get up to 10,000 steps. The most I've managed so far is 6,900, as I sit on my bum in front of a computer all day, but it's better than the 1,500 I was doing to begin with.
I'd love to hear more about you. Of course, you might have posted elsewhere and I just haven't found it yet. I'll have a look and see. But if you feel the need for some mid-week support, or just fancy a blether, get in touch. I check my e-mails every day.
'Bye for now,
Chaz