Hello

I am 45 years old.. been overweight for years... tried soooo many diets 😢 ... back knees hurt.. can't find clothes to wear... I eat because I am fat, I am fat because I eat...

Don't want to be like that anymore..

[Hidden]

Hello. Im slightly older than you have also tried lots of times to loose weight. I'm just going into 2nd week and finding the support on here really motivating.

There is a newbie post pinned on the side and I'm sure someone will answer you soon to give you an official welcome.

Good luck you have made the first step to change and become healthier and happier 😊

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Hidden 😊 Welcome to the Weight Loss NHS forum. It’s great that you’ve joined. We are a friendly bunch! 😊

As Dora has suggested, the fIrst place to look is 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.😊 there is lots of info here, and links to the nhs12 week plan and also for checking your BMR and target calories 😊 it's important to eat enough so you don't get hungry or feel deprived 😊

If you feel confident then join us for the Monday Group weigh-in. If you follow Lowcal and Moreless (our very approachable site Admins), you'll be notified when they post the threads. The latest weigh-in 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.😊

Enjoy the forum, good luck and best wishes 😊