Need to get motivated!

[Suebhart]

Hi I'm just starting my weight loss journey because for the first time in my life I'm officially classed as obese - really shocked into action but need help - aaagh! Don't know where to start!

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Suebhart and welcome to the weight loss forum 😊 Well done on taking that first, most important step 😊

The first place to look is at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), read the Welcome Newbie thread first and move through to the challenges, where we hope you'll find at least one that will appeal to you 😊

Move down to the Topics, to find a variety of threads, collated into specific topics for ease of access and we ask that you also 'file' your own threads, so that others won't miss your important news 😊

Have a look at the NHS 12 week plan, as many people have had success with it. Also use the BMI checker to find your target calories, it's important to eat enough. This was a major turning point for me, realising I could eat anything I wanted as long as the calories are accounted for 😊

Don't forget to take your starting measurements and a 'before' picture, as they can be very motivating on days that the scales refuse to co-operate 😊

The forum also have group weigh-ins every day if you wish to take part. The posts can always be found in the Events section on the 'home' page 😊

You'll notice a grey box next to people's names, these are achievement badges, and as a new member you may have a 'Newbie' badge. If you have any questions or would like a Newbie badge please just ask 😊

We've found that to get the best out of this community, we need to be active on the forum, as it's where we exchange information, get motivation and inspiration and make friends. We hope that you'll join us here, regularly, too 😊

Best wishes

Anna

[Suebhart in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Thank you Anna - much appreciated. I've had a quick look for pinned posts but can't seem to locate them on my iPhone? It's not on the bar at the bottom?

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to Suebhart]

Are you on the home page? (The one with the strawberries) or newsfeed, which looks very similar

This post might help

healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

[Suebhart in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Hi I've found it on my laptop but am using the app on my iPhone which is very different

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to Suebhart]

Yes, each device is different which is why I wrote the post above ☺

Just have a good look around and ask if you have any questions ☺

[YellowRose55]

Morning Suebhart

Welcome to the weight loss forum.

Take a look at the Welcome Newbies post in the Pinned post section at the right hand side or at the bottom if on a mobile. Have a look at the nhs 12 week plan, many members have had success following this plan. Use the BMI checker to work out your daily calorie allowance.

Below the Pinned posts are the Topics where members share a range of weight related subjects.

Take your measurements at the start along with a photo so you can see the changes on the days when the scales don't move.

We have daily weigh ins so why not come and join us. You can find the weigh in on the Home page in the Events section on the right. Just click on the post in Events and state your starting weight and any loss/gain or maintain over the week.

To get the best out of the forum be active, share experiences, tips and recipes. Read some of the posts in the Topic section, they can be motivating.

Have a good first week.

Rose