It’s been an... interesting first week back at Slimming World. I’ve definitely averaged at way over my daily allowance of 15 syns a day, and yet I’ve left group feelilated with my progress. Getting myself back into the groove was actually really easy, going back to measuring and counting felt really natural, if only everyone else could adjust so easily.
My first hurdle this week came in the form of a surprise trip to our local pub on Saturday. I had saved some syns so I treated myself to a Malibu and Diet Coke, but well-meaning relatives topped up my glass a few times and took me over my daily syns. I let the evening get the best of me and ended up finishing the day on way more syns than I’d intended. I knew I had to be really good to pull it back so relied on my Syn-Saving Superstars to get me through the rest of week 1.
Speaking of syn-savers I’m really glad to have Hifi-Light bars back in my life. The chocolate orange flavour is my favourite as it reminds me of a rice crispy cake that has been made with Terry’s chocolate orange. They taste like such a treat for 3 syns a bar or 2 for a HExB. Another thing that worked in my favour was winning last weeks group raffle - my lovely consultant Simon sent me home with 2 big bags and speed and free food. I hate food waste so having loads of fresh food that suited the plan was a perfect way to keep me concentrated on maximising speed foods - I’m trying to keep my fruit bowl and veg drawers jam packed for the foreseeable to keep this mentality going.
My recipe of the week is absolutely a chicken and bacon paella that I’ve adapted from a chicken and chorizo version I’d seen. It’s a really tasty, syn Free meal that’s quick to prep and easily microwaved, I enjoyed it so much that I made it 3 times for lunch to take to work. I feel a recipe post coming up so watch this space.
All in all, I had a good week and it showed on the scales - a really amazing 5lbs off for my first loss! I’ve set my target for next week at 2lbs in the hopes of getting my half-stone award so we’ll see how the week goes.
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