Weight loss

[4020]

Hi looking for any advice on motivating my self to get back on my diet please Anna

[Tiggerr]

Hi Anna and welcome.

Its always difficult to re-motivate ourselves when our weight loss isn't going to plan but you've come to the best place. This site is full of friendly, helpful and knowledgeable people that are always happy to help.

Later, one of the admins will post a reply to this post, supplying you with lots of useful information on how to use this site and how to plan your way forward. Its well worth taking the time to read it and all the links suggested, in some detail.

Just post anytime you have any thoughts or questions.

Good luck on your new journey.

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello 4020 and welcome to the weight loss forum. 😊

Motivation is key to losing weight and I wish I had a magic wand to somehow give everyone (myself included) the motivation needed. For me, I was at rock bottom and was unable to live the life I wanted. Losing weight has made huge difference to my health, fitness and energy levels and that is what drives me to keep going. 😊

I'm also most definitely NOT 'on a diet' but am eating healthy foods in sensible portions.

For motivation when I'm needing it I come on here and read some of the inspiring stories. I also watch every tv programme I can, read weight loss blogs and listen to podcasts. 😊

Anyway, hello another Anna, let me help you find your way around the forum 😊

The first place to look is at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), read the Welcome Newbie thread first and move through to the challenges, where we hope you'll find at least one that will appeal to you 😊

Move down to the Topics, to find a variety of threads, collated into specific topics for ease of access and we ask that you also 'file' your own threads, so that others won't miss your important news 😊

Have a look at the NHS 12 week plan, as many people have had success with it. Also use the BMI checker to find your target calories, it's important to eat enough. This was a major turning point for me, realising I could eat anything I wanted as long as the calories are accounted for 😊

Don't forget to take your starting measurements and a 'before' picture, as they can be very motivating on days that the scales refuse to co-operate 😊

The forum also have group weigh-ins every day if you wish to take part. The posts can always be found in the Events section on the 'home' page 😊

You'll notice a grey box next to people's names, these are achievement badges, and as a new member you may have a 'Newbie' badge. If you have any questions or would like a Newbie badge please just ask 😊

We've found that to get the best out of this community, we need to be active on the forum, as it's where we exchange information, get motivation and inspiration and make friends. We hope that you'll join us here, regularly, too 😊

Best wishes

Anna