HELP

[loopylou82]

hi am 31 yrs old an sooo need to loss weight but everytime I try I lose motivation and stop so I weighed my self on the 1st and was horrified on how heavey I am so need support I think xx

[OldBoiler]

Hi. I had a scale shock too! I think it's best not to worry too much about what the scales say or how much you need to lose overall as this can make it too daunting. Instead I'm concentrating on one week at a time and aiming to lose 1 or 2 pounds each week.

If you have a lot of weight to lose be prepared that it will take some time. That's ok, you'll get there.

[gingernut49]

Well done for making a start! If you're on Facebook why not join one of the 5:2 support groups - they helped me to lose the three stone I needed to but many have lost far far more and there have been so many inspiring stories - and photographs! Watch this video, "Eat, Fast and Live Longer" if you need inspiration (vimeo.com/54089463) and please ask me any questions you like. Here's another video (youtu.be/W9Aj6hRYg4A)(Not working as expected?) that explains the basics, but do watch the other one first.

[Windswept1]

nhs.uk/LiveWell/weight-loss...

I don't have the willpower to do anything like the 5:2 as I binge if I get too hungry. I used the NHS guide through the link above. Lots of advice about healthy eating and exercise and a new weight loss club starting this Monday 6th.

Good luck with your journey but remember to take it slowly and it will then stay off if you have adjusted your eating habits.