Scared, but determined!

[Sarahc1976]

Hi, just back from holiday and now wanting to lose weight and get fit. Been severely overweight most of my life and want to lose 8 stone in total. Hoping this will help as need support and motivation as the end goal is so far aware I feel scared, but determined x

[YellowRose55]

Hi Sarahc1976

Welcome to the weight loss forum.

No need to be scared, we are a very friendly and supportive forum.

Take a look at the Welcome Newbie post in the Pinned post section at the right hand side or at the bottom if your 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. Take your measurements at the start together with a photo so you can see the changes on the days the scales don't move.

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

Have a look at the Daily Diary which you can find on the Home page in Events. It is where all the members are sharing their daily plans on what they are eating and any exercise they are doing. This thread will give you some ideas on how to start.

We have daily weigh in's so why not come along and join us today. You can find the weigh ins on the Home page in the Events section on the right. Just click on the post in Events and record your start weight and any loss/gain or maintain for the week.

You may notice that members have a grey box next to their name, these are achievement badges. All new members have a "newbie" badge to begin with.

Please note if you are using the new HU app it does not have all the forums features on it, so we suggest you use the full website version.

To get the most of the forum be active, share tips, recipes and experiences. Read some of the posts they are very motivating.

Have a good first week.

Rose

[Dipper]

Hi Sarah, welcome aboard. The forum is fantastic with lots of support. An admin will reply soon with lots of information on how to get the best out of the site.

[Ceals]

Be excited that you have taken an important first step. Nothing to be scared about.

Have a wonderful adventure as you create your new lifestyle.

[EllaMidlands]

You are here, first step done! I like it here as people understand and are supportive. Welcome to our happy group! 🤞

[pcrw Maintainer Healthy BMI]

Hi Sarah it's great you are facing up to the problem and taking steps to lose weight. I find it easier not to think how much weight I need to lose but just look forward to being that little bit lighter each week and my clothes a little looser. If you folllow the NHS diet and try to be more active you will lose weight. Each week you stick to it will make it easier for you to be active and to look forward to clothes one size smaller. You will find there are lot of people doing the same and wishing you well on your weight loss journey

[blackbeauty99]

Hi Sarahc1976 and welcome

You have made the first biggest step, joining us here, well done!!!

Everyone is so friendly and supportive here and i would be lost without this forum.

Wishing you all the best with your weight loss journey and good luck with your first week