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[jochanc]

Well it's been a while and nothing has changed I have even lost the will to try but something has brought me back here so it's time to try a again. If at first ........ I have took the BMi test and yes I'm OBESE and I am not surprised . I would really appreciate any tips you guys have . Do you keep journals, or do you use an app to log food and exercise? How do you join a weigh in group? Most importantly how do you keep going? Hope it clicks and stays this time🤔

[EllaMidlands]

Hi, welcome. To join a weighin just choose your preferred day of the week, look for the post and join in. Reply to a few others then give your own details. It's a good motivator as you can follow the progress of a smaller group. Just remember to post before 10pm on the day and stick to the same day each week. As far as logging food goes I think lots of people use online things and the daily diary on here is great too. Good luck!

[jochanc in reply to EllaMidlands]

Hi thanks for the info - where to j find the daily diary on here'? Do I just search for weighbkn groups? Sorry for all the questions .

[EllaMidlands in reply to jochanc]

I use a mobile so I just scroll down the posts. The weigh in and diary are listed on events on a laptop. An administrator will be around tomorrow who will be able to tell you better. I will tag them in so they don't miss your post. moreless IndigoBlue61

[jochanc in reply to EllaMidlands]

Cheers - thanks I will keep my eye out for a message .

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello jochanc and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum

I was a typical yoyo dieter but this time it seems to be staying off, 😊 If I can do it so can you!

Here are a few suggestions on how to get the most out of the forum. Please note if you are using the new HU App many of these features are not available so I suggest you use the full website version.

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, as well as a new Daily Diary, if you wish to take part. The posts can always be found in the Events section on the 'home' page. And if you just want to chat, to say hello or share any news or struggles then look out for What's Happening Today thread.

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

Best wishes

Anna

[jochanc in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Hi anna61 thanks for the info I will try and find my way round the site . The support looks great so here's to my new life.

[EllaMidlands in reply to IndigoBlue61]

There you go, instant response! Service with a smile 😴😴😴 must be time for bed now though.

[Iwilldothisthisyear 2kg Restart Feb 2024 Restart June 2023]

Hi Jochanc I use My Fitness pal (free from the App Store) to count my calories but I use the range given on the NHS BMI calculator . Hope this helps

[jochanc in reply to Iwilldothisthisyear]

That's great thank you

[Iwilldothisthisyear 2kg Restart Feb 2024 Restart June 2023 in reply to jochanc]

No worries 😀