Despite it not being a Weigh-in day I had to jump on the scales, being 0.2lb over my target on Saturday. I have lost 2.2lbs in 5 days! So I am ready to reveal where I came from and where I am.

145 days ago, after a fall breaking my ribs, I weighed 243lbs/110.5kg. Now, after cutting out junk, calorie counting and writing down everything I eat and drink, I have broken 200lbs! I weigh 198lbs/90kg and have lost 45lbs/20.5kg. That is a loss of 18.5% of my bodyweight. My waist, at greatest measurement has gone from 48 to 42 inches. 40 inch trousers are a little loose, 38s a little tight.

I still have a way to go, but this milestone feels good.

Dave.