📅 26th September – 2nd October 2025
⚖️ Weigh-in Day: Thursday
Starting Weight: 15st 1lb
Current Weight: 14st 4lb
Weight Change: –½lb
Total Loss So Far: –11lb 🎉
📊 Weight Tracker
| Week | Date | Weight | Loss / Gain | Total Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 Sept 2025 | 14st 10½lb | –4½lb 🎉 | –4½lb |
| 2 | 18 Sept 2025 | 14st 8lb | –2½lb 🎉 | –7lb |
| 3 | 25 Sept 2025 | 14st 4½lb | –3½lb 🎉 | –10½lb |
| 4 | 2 Oct 2025 | 14st 4lb | –½lb 🎉 | –11lb |
🍽️ Syns Summary
I’ve been more mindful this week — choosing when to spend Syns with purpose rather than out of impulse. A few planned treats like the Bliss Coconut Whip Bar (3½ Syns) and the M&S Corn Chips (6 Syns) helped me feel satisfied without derailing my plan. It’s a reminder that enjoying food in balance is part of the journey, not something to feel guilty about.
🥛 Healthy Extra Highlights
My A and B choices have been consistent — Shreddies and skimmed milk remain my staples. They’re reliable, quick, and fit perfectly into busy mornings. I’ve also rediscovered the joy of simple meals like soup, salads, and pasta bolognese, proving that nourishing food doesn’t need to be complicated.
🥗 Top Satiety Wins
- Meat Feast Pasta with added cheese singles – filling and satisfying
- Subway Rotisserie Chicken Salad Bowl – perfect when out and about
- Fresh fruit combinations (figs, satsumas, apples, and persimmon) colourful and refreshing
💡 Lesson Learned
Fatigue and busyness don’t have to lead to poor choices. Even when emotionally drained, I can still reach for something nourishing and on-plan. Walking and Body Magic have taught me that looking after myself physically also helps my emotional balance — and that the two are deeply connected.
🌟 Non-Scale Victories (NSVs)
- Consistent morning walks despite long workdays
- Improved sleep and noticeably less acid reflux
- Feeling lighter in spirit, calmer, more focused, and grateful
- Sharing progress online has boosted my motivation and accountability
🏅 Proud of This Week
I’m proud that I didn’t let tiredness undo my effort. I’ve now maintained my Body Magic streak for two weeks running, consistently meeting or exceeding my step targets — even on days when it would have been easier to skip it.
🌈 Looking Ahead – Week Five Intentions
As I head into Week 5, I want to:
- Continue my Bronze Body Magic challenge week 3 starts now!
- Adventures in Cooking – from the new Take 5 Book
- Focus on mindful eating and keeping Syns purposeful.
- Stay joyful and thankful even though this week it was just ½lb – but remembering how far I’ve come in just a few short weeks.
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” (Proverbs 16:3)
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