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I am 64 and need to lose weight and be more active

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Shirlotte

Hi Schauzer, I am new here also, been reading posts recently but not doing anything about my weight, I came on this morning and read yours and it is exactly what I would have written, I too am now 64 and feel hopeless re my weight, I have tried switching a ton of chocolate at night to sometimes 3 x 400g of grapes and several speciality cheese ??? this past week I am so bloated my waist has expanded 4 belt hole sizes, I am feel so desperate I hope I can get some hope and inspiration here along with you, lets be strong for each other? Shirlotte

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morelessAdministrator7 stone in reply to Shirlotte

Hi and welcome, Shirlotte :)

I hope you'll follow the links I've given, Schauzer and I think you may both find these helpful healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh... healthunlocked.com/api/redi... and phcuk.org/wp-content/upload...

Looking forward to seeing you joining in all of our events, clubs and challenges :)

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morelessAdministrator7 stone

Hi and welcome, Schauzer :)

You'll find plenty of inspiration on the forum, you just need to start reading and joining in.

Follow this link to our chat thread and a list of all the activities we run. We've found active participation to be key to success, especially with our weigh-ins and Daily Diary.

healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

To make navigating the forum easier, we've put all the information you'll need in a newbie pack and here's the link

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Please take the time to read it carefully, so that you're able to enjoy everything that we have on offer.

We ask that you also read this important information about internet privacy and security.

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Wishing you all the best :)

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Schauzer in reply to moreless

thank you much, I hope this site is user friendly, not so great at this computer stuff lol

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morelessAdministrator7 stone in reply to Schauzer

It's easy if you read all the information and take the time to practice :)

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S11m

Hi, Schauzer , welcome.

It is best to start young - I got down to my target weight for my 70th birthday!

Weight loss is not all about motivation and masochism - if you "slim smart" it is not so hard!

Many of us here find that what works is a combination of The Low Carbohydrate, High-Fat (LCHF) diet (see the forum here on Health Unlocked) and Not Snacking All Day AKA Intermittent Fasting (IF). See:

healthunlocked.com/fasting-...

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SMITHYC1 stone

Hi there

I’m 64 too following the NHS 12 week plan. Lots of tips and advice. Just have a look and see if it’s for you. I have also bought a portion plate from Matalan for £4. That shows you the portion sizes you should be having. I went from a size 20 to a 16 I lost over a stone and have kept it off for 3 years. Just need to loose another stone to get to my next goal.

Set yourself small achievable goals.

Good luck on your weight loss journey

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Craftyperson

The 12 week plan is a good way to start as it introduces you to calorie control and exercise. If you do calorie counting don't just stick to the general 1400 Cal's but check out your own allowance on the BMI calculator and eat to top end of it. Good luck

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