Turning over a new leaf.

[Pixie145]

Hi new to this forum. I'm very good at Yo yo dieting but actually not succeeding. Been to Slimming World but have become an expert a sabotaging myself. I get the theory but can't stick to it. Going to group just makes me feel a failure. Looking for support as I need to get a grip and get into a healthy eating mentality. Also want to support others as I know how it feels. Thank you.

[Hidden]

You're in the right place here Good luck, from a fellow saboteur...x

[Pixie145 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you.....so frustrated!!

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Pixie

You'll be in good company here, as most of us have a history of yoyo dieting, but, fortunately, we've seen the light and are now not dieting, but embarking on healthy, sustainable lifestyles.

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

[Pixie145 in reply to moreless]

Thank you I'll have a look round x

[Daisy1925]

I agree with all of the above.

This forum is a great support and motivator.

I have nearly reached my target weight and hope to do so within the next 6 weeks but started on January 1st - it is a marathon not a sprint.. Keep it simple, Eat Less and Move More and as a minimum count your calories and consider getting a pedometer. Eventually the weight will come off and the chances of keeping it off are good. Avoid all 'Fad Diets' they do not work in the long term and try to think of yourself as choosing a healthier lifestyle for life! Because good health is the basis for a good life. I wish you success but not luck as luck has nothing to do with it. Daisy1925