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Hi all,

I have been on the Cohen Lifestyle Program for 5 weeks, and have lost around 10.3kg so far.

I was surfing around the internet and saw a program very similar to Cohen. It's called TLC. Has anyone ever been on it/knows people who are in the program? How's the effect like - compared to Cohen?
 
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Day 3 - survived....
Survived going and buying the social clubs lollies
Surviving having the lolly shop next to my desk...
Surviving by NOT eating all the chocolate in the cupboard.
Surviving on water....just...I'm sure I swish when I walk...
I'm a survivor, boy think I should write a song... "i'm a survivor....." just kidding....
 
Morning Everyone!
It's a typical cold, rainy Melbourne day here. Why is the weekend always the worst weather of the week?

Anyway, I did my weekly weigh-in and measure this morning. As I suspected, no where close to my 5kg loss of last week. I only lost a miserable 1/2 a kilo (it's very close to 1kg, but I don't have digital scales). So my total loss is 5.5kgs in 2 weeks. Realistically, that is still a massive amount of weight to lose in 2 weeks, but I was hoping for more :rolleyes:
On a positive note though, all my measurements still dropped. My total loss was 9.5cms, which brings my grand total to a 38cm loss. I'm pretty happy with that!
I was watching Biggest Loser last night, and they all seem to have 1 big week of loss, then a slower week the next. Maybe that's what will happen to me! Fingers crossed. It's also good because people won't start asking too many questions if I lose all my weight very, very quickly!

So mixed emotions. Dissappointed that I didn't lose weight, but happy I'm still shrinking.

Start of week 3 today. I have to drop kilos this week!

Bella
 
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Well done I can I will! You are definately on the home stretch now!
Congratulations Rompa on day 3. Trust me, from about day 5 it all becomes very very easy! It won't even feel like you're dieting!

Keep it up everyone!
 
Well it's Saturday morning and I still can't move that ticker! However I am only 0.1 away, and you have to be practical: in the scale of things, what is 0.1? Will be there in no time.

I have resisted mini-goals, just because I can't make my body lose any faster, but I do have some mini-goals (just can't guess when I'll reach them)

MY COHEN GOALS ...
mini-goal 1: 99.9kgs ... Reaching 2 figures - no longer the hundreds!!! DONE
mini-goal 2: 82kgs ... Lost the morbidity out of morbid obesity!!! DONE

mini-goal 3: 69.9kgs ... I will have crossed out of the disease of obesity!!!
mini-goal 4: 64.0kgs ... It has been 24 years since I have been this weight!!!
mini-goal 5: 61kgs ... Overweight but I remember feeling some normality!!!
mini-goal 6: 57kgs ... The top end of my weight range!!!
mini-goal 7: 54kgs ... Have struggled to here momentarily 4 times - say 6 wks of my life!!!
mini-goal 8: 51kgs ... Have spent about 2 -3 weeks of my life at this weight!!!

GOAL 9: 49kgs ... I grew through it when I was between 12 and 13 yrs old!!!

lizzi
 
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Welcome back Peaches. I am glad you got things up and running.
I have heard of TLC and from what I read it sounded great because there is so much more detailed info about you - but can't be sure about whether it leads to better results. I think it is an American program - with lots more testing and individuality. Also heard it is massively expensive - like in the thousands because they do DNA type testing as part of it. If anyone has done it I would be very interested - not in doing it, but just in hearing about it. Sounded interesting for those with a full money purse.
Which country are you from Peaches?

ridiculous: your small loss last week is disappointing, but you are still well on track for a good loss for your first 4 weeks. Particularly in the first month it is hard to predict what will happen. So be as positive as you can in the next 2 weeks and hang out for the result. Well done so far, it sounds like you are really on track. Also, it took me 10 weeks to lose 38cms, so congrats to you!

Tash*: when I made the sweet curry sauce, I cooked the onion and garlic with the foods, then stirred the curry powder straight into the pan and mixed it in, then poured in the other sauce ingredients (water, vinegar, lemon juice, sugar substitute. But keep the mayonnaise until the end so you can just fold it through and get a stronger flavour. Enjoy!
Your weight loss is so inspiring,even with some hiccups, because it hasn't taken that long at all really, and I am so so pleased for you. You must be thrilled - and will be there at no time. Good on ya!

i CaN i WiLL: you must be jumping out of your skin. (Or should I say the fat is!) So fantastic! You are really forging ahead. Look out world coz here you come. WOW!!

gayegel: you were asking about 'newb', took me a while to work it out too. We are all newbies on the forum until we have 100 posts, then we become Junior Members.

That's all for now peoples, but keep going everyone, coz you will get there.
lizzi
 
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When I'm at a comfortable, healthy (goal) weight I want to.......
  • No longer have a muffin top :D
  • Go to the beach wearing a bikini instead of clothes
  • Not have to worry about whether they make the clothes I want in a big enough size
  • Feel more confident when I go out clubbing with the girls
  • Eat what I want without thinking people are judging me
 
Hi Lizzi,

Thanks! Well, I found the information from the website. There's no local TLC rep where I am (Singapore) so they have a virtual one.

I read from the website that (like Cohen), one will have to submit blood test results, and be given a program within 2 weeks. The contract will last around 4 months. They have many programs - rapid weightloss, reduce cellulite, etc. It sounds interesting. I don't know anyone else who has done it.

I am currently on Cohen. A weightloss of of approx 10-11kg so far is encouraging. But sometimes I do wonder if there's a similar program out there that will achieve a better result. I read the recipes, and found that the program allows you bread allowance, brocolli, salmon, etc. It's definitely a wider food range, don't you think?





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Welcome back Peaches. I am glad you got things up and running.
I have heard of TLC and from what I read it sounded great because there is so much more detailed info about you - but can't be sure about whether it leads to better results. I think it is an American program - with lots more testing and individuality. Also heard it is massively expensive - like in the thousands because they do DNA type testing as part of it. If anyone has done it I would be very interested - not in doing it, but just in hearing about it. Sounded interesting for those with a full money purse.
Which country are you from Peaches?
 
Singapore! How interesting

Peaches I understand what you mean by a wider range of foods and stuff, but the thing I like about this program is the high percentage of people who keep it off and the way the system is reset for life. I so much want that! We have one here in Australia that is similar, but Cohen's is the original. I guess I am choosing to put up with the restrictions for that result.
Sometimes you just have to make a decision and go for it. You seem to be doing well anyway, so hope that continues for you,
lizzi
 
How can I have lost almost 13 kg in total and still not have needed to change clothing sizes? Were my clothes very tight or very stretchy???? Its weird. I have only lost 26 .5 cm too. I know thats a start but doesn't seem to match the kg loss. Any ideas where its gone from? I am noticing that all the newer girls on here have been so strong in their resolve right from the start . A big congratulations to Hopeful1, Ridiculous, Frog, Rompa, and Peaches for a great start ( sorry If I missed anyone). you'll be so glad you did this. Ridiculous, don't be disheartened by a slower loss, it has happened to me some weeks and then others have been quite encouraging. Cheers Jen
 
Don't be too discouraged

the old me: Sometimes the weight can go from parts of the body you are not measuring - like the midriff, or the knees, the back, the arms, your face and neck. Even my hands, feet and scalp changed in that early stage. I knew that the clothes I was wearing had been tight, and it took a long time before I couldn't wear them, even though I could see they were fitting better all the time. In the same period of 6 weeks I lost about the same cms. For me it was only 8.5 kgs though, so I see your point. Maybe at this stage it is worth having a really good look at yourself, and then keep comparing. Before you know it you will suddenly be over the moon - it will be so obvious. So just wait a little bit longer. 26.5cms is no mean feat!!
From about 8 weeks, there were a few observant groups of people really noticing for me, but certainly no response before that. And now!! They can notice. You will get there, I assure you.
lizzi
 
Chicken for breakfast!?

Hi guys!

I firstly want to say a big thank you to everyone who posted encouraging posts after my last one. ICANIWILL, RIDICULOUS, LIZZI, HOPEFUL1 and MINXY you guys made me feel so much better and even brought a tear to my eye :) You guys are just what this forum is about - support, positive encouragement and cohen-style friendship. Many many thanks ;)

I also wanted to answer the question: When I'm at a comfortable, healthy (goal) weight I want to.......

  1. Appreciate my body and what it took to get that body!
  2. Wear clothes more 'my age' because I can fit into them and look good too!
  3. Believe in myself and tell myself that I deserve to be loved by a man... and to summon up the courage to go after one!!
  4. Learn to love food for it's unique flavour, texture and goodness - not because I think it's my friend (food doesn't love me!)
  5. Only ever have take out as a 'treat'!!

Everyone is doing so well, keep up the great work. For those of you close to re-feed, go you good things!! Please remember us when you're done and dusted with the program - we'd love to hear feedback on how life is after Cohen's.

I'm freaking out a little bit.... I have a christening to go to tomorrow, with a paid for restaurant lunch afterwards. Little did I know (when my sister RSVP'd for me) that the lunch was included, therefore by saying I'd attend they've booked me a place. Now it's too late to back out. I have NO idea what's on the menu. What do I do if there's nothing remotely cohen-like on it?!?! Do I just order one of the normal meals and deal with it? Surely it wouldn't be wise to order a side salad and then have my protein when I get home... that would probably screw up my body more so than eating a non-Cohen meal. :eek: :eek: I guess I shouldn't bother too much until tomorrow, but I've not been out since starting on the program and really don't know what to do... Hhhhheeeeellllppp!

Cheers
 
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Thanks Lizzie I appreciate your input. I am looking forward to other people noticing my weight loss, so far even my boyfriend only thought I might have lost some weight! LOL Can't wait until its bl**dy obvious to everyone. I am not discouraged , I just think its pretty strange. I am looking forward to throwing out some of my larger clothes soon. Its such a good feeling. Also because its the change of season I will need some new winter clothes but can't buy them yet as I don't know what size I will be or what will suit me when I lose my weight.
 
Chicken for breakfast!?

Hi guys,

Sorry, I didn't elaborate in my last post why I headed it "Chicken for Breakfast?!"

I wanted to ask for your recipe solutions for having anything out of Meal Option 2 or 3 for breakfast. I'm trying to mix up my meals but in Meal Option 3 I only have the option of 110g Chicken + 110g Veg or 110g Fish + 110g Veg... I can't quite face the thought of having chicken or fish for breakfast!!

And in my Meal Option 2 I have basically the same options as Meal 3 but differing quantities, plus the option of having 110g Meat + 95 Veg, 60g Cheese + 115g Veg and a feta option (can't remember it as I've never used it).

I'm so used to either having yoghurt or an egg for brekkie that I can't think outside the square in order to figure out breakfast options from Meal 2 or 3.

Can anyone help?? What do you all eat for breakfast???
 
Thanks Lizzi and everyone else for your encouragement!
The old me - I too have lost a lot of weight (6kgs on WW & 5.5kg on Cohen's) and I haven't gone down a size yet either. Even with a 38cm loss! BUT, I have noticed that my clothes are much looser than before. I also know that it is going to be the next 5-10kgs that are going to unviel significant changes to my wardrobe! Because I'm 5'11', I put it down to having a lot more space for the weight to spread out on! So my 5.5kg loss on Cohen's would be equivilant to someone 5'6' loosing 2 or 3kgs. I'm not sure how tall you are, but maybe that can explain it. Well, that's my theory anyway!

Went to a friend's fancy dress party last night - did very, very well (If I must say so myself!). All the fried goodies that were going around - dim sims, spring rolls, curry puffs, as well as the standard sausage rolls, chips, meat balls, quiches etc. I didn't even want one! AND, because my friend was really hungry, I was taking food off the plates as they came around and holding them for her! How's that for will power! I did order a diet coke though, and I swear it was normal coke. Grrr. I did lots of dancing though, so i figure I have burnt off all the sugar.
Pink Virgo - I only ever have egg or yoghurt for breakfast too. The only way I could imagine having meat for breakfast if by having a rissole (kind of like a sausage I guess?!) or some kind of savoury mince or something. Chicken would be all bad in the morning (I think).

WOW! Sorry about the really long post! Enjoy what's left of your weekend everyone!
 
Finally moved that ticker!! So pleased, it has taken a while. I have also decided to put the point 1 increments in so I get to change it more often. I have a chart at home and record it on a daily basis - I find it encouraging to plot my progress - I record my weight for the day, my daily loss, my weekly loss and my 4-weekly loss, as well as my total loss. It is all colour coded and it helps me to focus. Also I have a measurements chart set up on computer, and another chart that is set up to reflect where my loss could be at various rates of loss on a calendar based diagram. Sounds complicated but it isn't, and it is very satisfying!!!

Hi Pink Virgo! Don't quite know what to do about the christening. I guess I would have rung ahead, or even seen them on the day, explained honestly, eaten beforehand or gone to the service but not the lunch - offered to pay if it were appropriate. Taken some soup or a simple combination of food and asked them to serve it up for you (some age and experience gives you boldness with these things and mostly people respond well!!), or just do your best on the day - don't be afraid to ask for what you want. Just do your best, and I hope it works out.

As for breakfast? What about curried tuna with celery and capsicum and tomato, or chicken and asparagus stirfried, or chicken and vegetable soup. If you can't face fish could you face prawns or calamari? Also if you choose your chicken, or meat, at a butchers to make sure that they are lean and the fat is cut off, you can then ask them to mince it for you. Minced meat or chicken makes rissoles or for a change, a kind of minced stew with all kinds of flavours. Chicken and spinach rissoles are good, so are meat and onion. Mince with cabbage and sweet chilli/curry sauce goes down well too, although maybe you don't want that one for breakfast, but you never know.
If you want to change the egg around, what about the egg muffins or baked poached egg and vegetables? Hope that helps.
Also, the fetta is a salty taste and stronger than the other cheeses, it goes really well with lettuce and tomato and greens, or melted over spinach. I can only have it once a week but I do like it (shame we can't have the olives with it!)

ridiculous: sounds like you are going great guns in the will-power department, so good for you.
 
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Hi Lizzi,

Thanks! Will definitely press on. Scales this morning showed 88.1kg - it's been quite a journey!

I am currently under a lot of stress - got an exam coming up, and will spend ard 2 weeks studying for it in late May. I will persevere but most likely, may cave in to my cravings (especially when I am stressed). On Sundays, I have the urge for a KFC meal. It's terrible, and I do not know what to do to NOT think of KFC.



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Peaches I understand what you mean by a wider range of foods and stuff, but the thing I like about this program is the high percentage of people who keep it off and the way the system is reset for life. I so much want that! We have one here in Australia that is similar, but Cohen's is the original. I guess I am choosing to put up with the restrictions for that result.
Sometimes you just have to make a decision and go for it. You seem to be doing well anyway, so hope that continues for you,
lizzi
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So close I can taste the carbonara....

Just a quick post....jumped on the scales this morning...couldn't believe it...am down to 66.8!!!! I was 68 on Friday, that's a loss of 1.2 kgs in two days!!! Whooooo!!! And I have lost a grand total of 83 cms from my body!! :eek: Have a weigh in on Friday, if I can get to 65, I will be able to order my refeed, if not, definitely next week, I'm so excited, and so determined to step up and lose this last little bit, can't believe how fast it's gone!!

Threw out two absolutely chockers garbage bags of clothes that are too big for me yesterday, now have a wardrobe full of stuff that actually fits me and looks good!!! Went to an engagement party last night and was told by two hhhootttttt guys there that I look like Kirsten Dunst!!! (I know what they were after, but it was still very flattering!!)

Is all coming together now, and am actually feeling soo good about myself for the first time in YEARS!!! This is the best program EVER!!! Good luck to all you newbies, stick at it, and to all the oldies I hope you can feed off my positive energy, WE CAN ALL DO IT!!! :D :D :D
 
WOW Tash! That is such a fabulous result! Well done! You must be so pleased and proud of yourself!
You can soooo lose that weight in time to order your re-feed at your next weigh-in!
You go girl!
 
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