Hello, I'm new!!

[Nickynoo6611]

Hi everyone, I joined yesterday, so am just learning my way around the site. I'm desperately trying to lose a lot of weight, about 4 stone, so any tips, advice or support would be much appreciated Nicky

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Nicky

Take a look at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), or in the drop down on the 'Posts' page (it says 'arrange by'). Read the Welcome Newbie thread, then 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.

Take a look at the NHS 12 week plan, as a lot of people have been successful with it, making sure to enter your details into the BMI calculator, to get a calorie allowance tailored to your personal requirements. 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.

We run a weigh-in every day of the week and you'd be very welcome to join one of them. The threads can always be found in the Events section, to the right of the HOME page, bottom on a mobile.

We also run a Daily Diary, where we share our meal and exercise plans for the day. It's a great place to get ideas and to keep us focused. The link can also be found in Events.

Be aware, that the HU app doesn't give you access to all of our important features, so we advise that you use the full website page.

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.

It's only left for me to wish you well on your journey

[sazmy93]

Loads of support from me with a similar target I've found this forum so useful for motivation, and the daily diary has been great in keeping me accountable and not adding extra snacks, which has always been my downfall.

We can do this x

[SukiV]

Welcome to the group. We're a friendly bunch. I've in my 12th week and I check into this forum everyday. Sometimes to comment, sometimes to just read other people's comments. I find it really useful. It's great for advice but mainly motivation especially if I'm having a bad day. All the best.

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Hi and welcome Nickynoo6611

Break your target into small manageable sections (say 7lb at a time) then reward yourself when you reach each goal, this will motivate you, remember small changes are better than major changes and are easier to maintain,

The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy your journey, find what works for you and an activity you enjoy, keep active on the forum it really does make a difference, Join a challenge, a weigh in, Join the daily diary, ask and answer posts, or just chat, these people really are here for you

Good luck

Kat xx

[DRS54]

Hi and welcome! You have already taken the most important step and started! Set yourself small goals and adjust as you see how your changes affect you. Best of luck and look forward to reading about your journey!

[Sheryl1992]

Welcome to the forum