just to say Hello

[kavi68]

Hi I am new here really need to lose weight as am pushing 50

next year wondering what is the best diet to start.am 86 kgs currently hoping to be

65kgs after this diet

[Tiggerr]

Welcome kavi68.

There are many paths that people here are taking to make the lifestyle changes that they need to lose weight.

From my own perspective and perhaps the majority of those here, we are following / have followed the NHS 12 week plan. You can find it on the Home page, on the right hand side of the screen when you scroll down or at the bottom of a mobile phone.

An admin will explain all this and more shortly.

Perhaps my biggest tip would be to communicate on here as much as possible, whether that's to ask for help, when you need it, but also to provide support for others.

Wishing you good luck!

[SewMore Restart August 2024]

Hello, I am also new and my numbers practically match yours! So I definitely want to hear the answers to the thread. I'm 83kg and want to reach (and then maintain) 64kg! We can at least encourage each other to get started and going as I think it's going take us a while to hit the target.

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello kavi68 and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum

Here are a few suggestions on how to get the most out of the forum. Please note if you are using the new HU App many of these features are not available so I suggest you use the full website version.

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, as well as a new Daily Diary, 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 have a 'Newbie' badge. 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. If you have any questions please just ask

Best wishes

Anna

[welynn17]

Hello, I am new here. I want to lose weight, but I don't want to do exercise, is there anyway?

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to welynn17]

Hello welynn17

Weight loss is about having a calorie deficit not exercise, so don't feel that is a hurdle. Exercise has many benefits but is not essential for fat loss.

Please have a read of the suggestions I made to Kavi above and ask if you have any questions.

Best wishes

Anna

[ClareMcr Restart April 2024]

Welcome Kavi68

I'd agree and highly recommend the NHS 12 week plan. You can download the app it has information support and tips. As well as a really easy way to track week by week. Get support here as everyone is so friendly and encouraging. I'm on a similar journey to you 9 weeks ago my starting weight was just above yours and this morning 79.8kg on the scales.

Good luck

[13Valerie]

Bestwishes on your slimming journey. Your future self will really benefit from action you're taking now. Try the 12 week plan and keep in touch with the forum. Let us all know how you're doing a