Newbie

[Craftybella]

Hi everyone, this is all new to me. Starting the12 week plan today, feeling optimistic at the moment. Although I only have just over a stone to loose, I really need to do this for health reasons. Any tips?

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Craftybella and welcome to the weight loss forum 😊 It doesn't matter how much weight you have to lose, it's just as difficult! But you have come to the right place 😊

Here are a few suggestions for getting the most out of the forum. (Please note some of these suggestions are not available if you are using the HU App so I suggest you use the full website.)

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

[Millie09]

Hi there! this is my first day too so your not on your own .I'm still finding my way around the website so don't worry you can do this 😊.onward and upwards! Good luck x

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Hi Craftybella like you I had a stone to loose a month ago, I'm half way there now😊 For me I found my fitness pal app a great help & a small plate.

Good luck!