Lori59 newbie

[Lori59]

Hi, New here so please say hello.

I plan to start the 12 week plan tomorrow so could do with some support please

[Asatsuyu]

Hi there, I'm starting tomorrow too.

Lets give it our best.

[Lori59 in reply to Asatsuyu]

Good to hear from you. I don't really have enough fruit and veg in but really need to start again. Yes I have dieted before but I am finding my lack of mobility a real problem

[Asatsuyu in reply to Lori59]

I think my real struggle is being able to trust that I'm counting calories correctly. Other than that, being able to squeeze in time (and will power) to exercise.

[PippiRuns 3kg in reply to Asatsuyu]

I suggest you try My Fitness Pal for calorie counting. It is very easy to use.

[PippiRuns 3kg in reply to Asatsuyu]

Welcome to the both of you. Did you read the pinned Welcome Newbies post? It has a lot of useful information. And do join us for the Monday weigh-in tomorrow if you like. It is posted by moreless or Zest , so if you follow them, you will be notified. Good luck on your weight loss journey 👏

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Hi Lori59

Welcome to the forum and good luck with the NHS plan, it's simple and so many have been successful. Remember, you can do this.

Sazkia ♥

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Hi Lori good luck

[albinohedgehog]

Welcome to the forum ☺

[nteapea]

Welcome to the forum. I agree with ibencopenhagen and also use my fitness pal. I would also check out the NHS BMI calculator to find out how many calories you should be eating. It will give you a range and the lower down the range the more weight you will lose. I am a slow loser on average just under a lb a week but in 16 weeks that means I have lost a stone. However some do it much quicker. Try to remember anything in the right direction is a step to a healthier lifestyle. Good luck 😀

[lawson69]

Well done for deciding to make a start. I have cut down on carbs and cut size of meals, plus nibbling less in the evenings and l have lost couple pounds. It is not giving up that matters. Good luck.

[Cat33 Restart Dec 2023]

Hello Lori I have to re start the 12 week plan today I need support too as I'm finding it really hard I was doing so well but have totally gone off the rails Came back from holiday and the lbs have slipped back on So would love a healthy eating buddy xx

[bigfatrob]

hi lori 59 I need support too ,perhaps we can help each other.i need to lose 3 stone hopefully by xmas.good luck big fat rob

[Lori59]

Many thanks for all the support.

Just done my start weight and waist measurement, I need to lose 3 stone+. For much of my life I was underweight but as I got older my exercise levels went down and food intake went up.

Fibromyalgia kicked in, the depression returned and comfort eating became a thing.

So I have lots to contend with but I hate how I look so need to do something about it.

Thanks again for all the support

[Skinnyfishy]

Hi Lori,

good luck and being here is a good start and a good sign that you want to do something about your weight / health. I have joined today, and need motivation to keep going , hence signing up : )

[Cristalmundo]

Hello and welcome! I started last week and I am finding the forum a good incentive.

[Dutchgirl 1kg]

I am starting today too.

[Cockneyblue 2lbs Restart Jan 2024]

Good luck, keep us posted. It's great fun on here and everyone is behind you.

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Hi Lori59 how is it going!! I only started last week and have just got my first full week done. Going well - lost 2lbs (which is good for me, as I find it difficult to lose large amounts of weight in one go). Best piece of advice - make sure you keep an accurate food diary, it really does help you think about what you are eating. I have not felt hungry at all on any of the days so far. Good luck

[jimmydadog]

hi lori59 wishing you well with the weight lose, i;ve been on here for a couple of weeks and the support and good wishes received is a great incentive to keep losing the weight, im using the hairy dieters cook book, lots of fantastic recipes and tips on cutting the calories.

[Lori59]

I am currently doing my online shop alongside my meal planning. Trying to think hard about adapting recipes so they are lower in calories. Thinking of meals is hard though

[feelgood41]

Welcome to you Lori59, You are sure to get lots of support on here. Take on board all the tips of the plan and weighin every Monday morning there you will find others some also new and you can get loads of help from the forum here. Good luck