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[clare19]

Hi Everyone, I need to loose weight 7+stone and I am struggling to do so. I really need to stay focused and on track. I am hoping to find some inspiration which will help me stay on track.

[Hidden]

Hi and welcome

Take a look at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), or in the drop down on the 'Posts' page (it says 'arrange by'). Read the Welcome Newbie thread, then 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 (can be found in the pinned Newbie post) 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 😊

To the right of the HOME page (bottom on a mobile), you'll find Events. In there, you'll find links to our daily Weigh-in's (you will choose just one day per week), our Daily Diary, where we post our menu and exercise plans, for accountability, advice and support - which is great to get ideas of what other people are eating and I have to confess to nicking some of their menu's and our “What's happening today” thread, where we pop in for a chat.

Be aware, that the HU app doesn't give you access to all of our important features, so we advise that you use the full website page

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 😊

Wishing you all the best on your weight loss journey

[Minniewinny Host 5 stone Maintainer]

Welcome to the forum clare19 I am sure you will benefit from the great company you will find on here. The more you log in the more you will get out of it.

Cheering you on to reach your goals 🎉🎉🎉

[clare19 in reply to Minniewinny]

Thank you Minniewinny I really do hope so I have tried all sorts 😊

[EllaMidlands]

Hi, welcome! When are you starting your new healthy lifestyle? I suggest you set little goals such as half a stone at a time. Good luck, if you really want to succeed you will do it 🤞

[clare19 in reply to EllaMidlands]

Thank you EllaMidlands. My new journey starts tomorrow. 👍

[EllaMidlands in reply to clare19]

Brilliant!

[Wadestreet]

Hi and welcome to the forum. Eat healthy and have an exercise plan that is not hard on the head. There are a lot of encouraging people here. so if you need a little help pop in and message and there will be someone of help to you. Have a great journey!!!!

[clare19 in reply to Wadestreet]

Thank you I'm looking forward to my journey there are a lot of great people on this forum. It's great to know that other people are in the same situation and encouraging one an other to reach goals 😀

[Hidden]

Hi and welcome to the community!! You look beautiful in your pic I have to say. You can do it. We'll be here along the way to see you succeed. 😊

[clare19 in reply to Hidden]

Aww what a lovely thing to say Melhall thank you. I am sure we all will get to where we want to be in this lovely group supporting each other.😊

[Lmuss56]

I have 7 stone to lose too and started a week ago. I was struggling a bit at first but ended up having a really good first week which helped me stay focused for this week. I know that this week it will be much less but if I can get 2 lb I'm nearly at a stone which is nearly 1/7th of my way there ..... I'm just trying to break it down into mini goals as it's really daunting having so much to lose. Xx I've logged on here for first time today and I wish I had sooner as seems like great support

[clare19 in reply to Lmuss56]

That's brilliant well done 👍 I am going to give it my best shot. I believe little steps is a good start for me and hearing everyone else's success is a real inspiration for me and I am hoping this will help with me staying focused. 🤞🙂

[gman1961 Restart April 2024]

Hi Clare 19.

Good luck,you are in the right place for support and advice .

Gary