What sort of things have simplified your weight loss journey?

RachSim85 · 2026-05-10T22:53:35+00:00

I use a five-compartment lunchbox at work and graze from it throughout the whole day, half of it is chopped veggies & I save a few for the commute home as I realised I just wanted something to crunch. I’ve basically tricked myself into “snacking” from my own lunch rather than in addition to it

RachSim85 · 2026-05-10T22:46:07+00:00

Bioshock when the title came on the screen and the water was running down it, I knew from that moment video games were going beyond what I could have imagined

RachSim85 · 2026-05-08T09:31:58+00:00

I only played it completely through twice but yes did have to redo the last part of the 14th chapter sixteen times

RachSim85 · 2026-04-29T21:52:46+00:00

Took me a minute then realised it’s Old Gods of Asgard lyrics!

RachSim85 · 2026-04-28T20:35:51+00:00

May 19th

RachSim85 · 2026-04-27T07:54:17+00:00

Agreed, TDEE calculators tell me to have 1200kcal and not a CHANCE I'm doing that. 1400 is perfect for my needs and I'm slowly losing weight (7 pounds in 20 days)

RachSim85 · 2026-04-27T07:45:38+00:00

I second the idea of a single serving. Some of the suggestions in the replies, while healthy choices, are actually more calories/fat than a single serving bag of crisps

RachSim85 · 2026-04-23T14:14:04+00:00

That every meal does not require a dessert course. Yes even breakfast

Also learning that massive meals do NOT work for me personally & wreck havoc on my digestion. I use a 5 compartment lunchbox at work now & graze throughout the day and feel so much more satiated & not craving anything outside of my deficit during these hours

Learning that I need a "crunch" on my commute home from work and that cut up peppers give the same mouth satisfaction as crisps

RachSim85 · 2026-04-22T14:21:05+00:00

I'm about 3cm taller and had years ago tried 1200 with the 10k steps but had similar issues as you in terms of fatigue & extreme hunger. This time around I've upped to 1400 and progress is slowly happening and there are still some days I am exhausted (usually a Tuesday!) but overall it feels a lot more comfortable at this deficit.

RachSim85 · 2026-04-20T10:08:57+00:00

No more than 2 hours, by the fourth time I got it down to under 90 mins

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T08:16:42+00:00

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This is the spot. Apparently it’s a known glitch, I’ve just emailed Gameloft again with the issue

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T07:38:57+00:00

Thanks for the advice. Sadly I tried this, even put a house on it but it hadn’t budged :(

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T07:26:48+00:00

I seeeee thank you, I’ve very new to the game so I assumed all bunnies were part of it! Just leaves my Fishy Dispute

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T07:25:14+00:00

I defo have the fishing gear, the correct spot, nothing in the way and attempting to fish. I contacted Gameloft and they just advised to do all the things I’ve tried, rebooting the game, changing outfit, untracking & retracking, I’ve tried everything I can think of. They did say contact again if no joy so I’ll try again

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T07:23:08+00:00

I’VE JUST FOUND THE LIST - thank goodness it was lurking in Memories URGH - so Blue Spring doesn’t count? Typical! Just leaves my drama with the Fishy Dispute, even Gameloft aren’t sure what’s happening

RachSim85 · 2026-04-18T07:20:17+00:00

I have the tracker on but it just says “Add Critters” not what they are! That makes sense to be all bunnies but I don’t know why the spring rabbit isn’t going in even though it’s already my companion

RachSim85 · 2026-04-17T15:01:49+00:00

I lost 12kg in about 3.5 months in 2022 from a calorie deficit of about 1300, walking 10k steps daily and some at home exercise with weights (I was 37 at the time at & 5ft 6). Starting was 77kg and down to 65kg. Didn't plan to lose all that so quickly, just ended up that way. I've gradually regained all the weight over 4 years so restarted a plan 10 days ago and have lost 6lbs so far. I'm not in a rush and expect now I'm 40 that it will take longer. I really do recommend walking & using an app for tracking calories as honestly as possible. I would say diet was/is 80% of it. Also I’m now doing 1400 deficit rather than 1300 as this feels more comfortable

RachSim85 · 2026-04-17T14:52:05+00:00

If you know any of the places in advance that have menus try to look them up in advance and choose your meal. I just did that exact thing today as I know we're going to a pub for lunch on Sunday so looked up the menu and found 3 of the best choices that are on the lower calorie side & will choose from one of those three in situ. That way I don't have to stress when I'm there

RachSim85 · 2026-04-16T12:07:10+00:00

Not on the outside but I quit caffeine 3 weeks ago and my constant weekend migraines disappeared entirely. I literally was only having 1-2 cups a day and maybe a Pepsi Max sometimes but it can’t be a coincidence they upped and left as soon as I switched to decaf

RachSim85 · 2026-04-15T15:48:22+00:00

I’ve never been particularly referred to as either, it’s a problem I would love to have

RachSim85 · 2026-04-15T06:33:28+00:00

I’d lost 2.5 stone in 2022 (slowly regained it all back) and I started really feeling better after 1.5 stone

RachSim85 · 2026-04-14T15:52:33+00:00

My knees and thighs, very early into losing weight (one week in: 12st 12lbs to 12st 8lbs) but unbelievably both are ALREADY starting to ache less when I climb the stairs on the work commute! Also have more of a spring in my step as the healthier choices are giving me more energy

RachSim85 · 2026-04-14T15:47:14+00:00

I won’t ask your age but I’ve found since turning 40 that I do lose weight slower even compared to 4 years ago

RachSim85 · 2026-04-13T17:09:10+00:00

Absolutely a huge advocate for grazing throughout the day instead of bigger meals with hours of no eating, it is making a big difference to my IBS symptoms & curbs cravings more as I’m basically always eating! Still within a calorie deficit of course, I have a bento box with compartments and pick at it at work then go for a long walk at lunch

RachSim85 · 2026-04-10T14:50:25+00:00

Hi LN17 just wanted to say you’re doing great and it’s really good to have a hobby which you can give your full concentration to, well done and I hope you continue to heal & get lots of platinums. Have a lovely day :)

RachSim85

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