first day here

[wildcatuk1969]

first day here..... was getting fatter and wider.. clothes not fitting.. realised ignoring it wouldn't solve it.. so be gentle with me

[Seuzan]

Be gentle with yourself and enjoy the journey back to healthy living!

It is fun when you get into it and quite wonderful when you start to see results! Good luck!

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcomewildcatuk1969

Don't worry, you'll be in good company!

Take a look at the Pinned Posts section, to the right of your screen (bottom, if you're using a mobile) and have a look at the Welcome Newbies thread, it has a link to the NHS 12 week plan, which is a guide to healthy living, rather that a specific diet plan.

Consider joining any, or all, of our challenges, as they're fun and motivating.

Join us for the monday group weigh-in. If you follow Zest , you'll be notified when she posts the thread. However, the latest thread can always be found in the events section, to the right of the home page.

Be active on the forum, as that's where we exchange ideas and get our daily dose of motivation and inspiration

Wishing you all the very best

[Hidden]

Hi wildcatuk1969 and a very warm welcome to you.

You're in the right place and I hope you are successful.

Sazkia x ♥

[Jingle_berry]

This forum is the most gentle, positive and supportive place. Welcome and enjoy 😊

[wildcatuk1969 in reply to Jingle_berry]

thank you i lost 2 stone last year and now have seem to have put 3.5 put one.. but its time to sort this out

[Jingle_berry]

When you lose weight and put it on again it always brings back friends in my experience. 😊

[Jingle_berry in reply to Jingle_berry]

I think this is the place to change that though. No pressure, just genuine support! I'm a 69er too. We can do this 👍 I want to lose at least 4 stone so am here for the long but sensible haul xxx

[wildcatuk1969]

it's bad when i spend all day worrying if im gonna break the new chair at work

[Yan328]

Hi I know how you feel about the chairs mine is more when I go somewhere new..... been on this journey for almost 2 weeks & my main tip at the moment is get then little scales out I was shocked at what I thought was a portion especially meat.... & drink plenty of water.... may thing is enjoy it 😃😃

[snugasabug]

Sometimes it's not gentle that we need, but a kick up the backside to make us change our food habits. So often I hear or read of people who finally shift the weight because of an event such as breaking that chair, or seeing a video of ourselves or someone asking when the baby is due

Sounds like you got that kick just by thinking about breaking a chair. Make your food plan and any time you get the urge to eat anything extra, even if it is an apple or "just a bite" think of that chair.

[cherv]

You'll find this groug so support and many means to achieve your goals. Whenyou are down post someone will answer you, everyone has been in your place. Triggers happen but do not let them get you down jump back up with a super attitude try a walk if you can. Portion control small plate, veggies, salads with low calories dressing check out the recipes.

[Claire2stone]

Hi wildcatuk1969 and welcome to this very friendly forum you have definitely come to the right place for motivation and advice 😀 You have been given some fantastic advice already so really just wanted to say hello. We are all in the same boat. Join in with this forum as much as possible, read as many posts that you can, join in with some challenges and don't be afraid to post your thoughts and feelings as someone is always here that can offer advice. Good luck. Claire x