Losing weight fast

[Rambo68]

I need to lose 3 stones in 3 months to join the army reserve

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Rambo

That's a bit of a tall order, it equates to 3.5lbs per week! Wouldn't they be happy with a two stone loss, or would you be able to join a little later? Rapid weight loss, is normally followed by rapid weight gain and sets you on the path to yoyo dieting. A change of lifestyle would be much healthier and more sustainable long term.

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 NHS 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.

To the right of the HOME page (bottom on a mobile), you'll find Events. In there, you'll find links to our daily Weigh-in's (you will choose just one day per week), our Daily Diary, where we post our menu and exercise plans, for accountability, advice and support and our “What's happening today” thread, where we pop in for a chat.

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

[EllaMidlands]

Hi, if 3 stone is all you have to lose it will be tricky to do it in 3 months. I have found cutting out carbs apart from in fruit and veg is working for me. 🤞

[PippiRuns 3kg]

It might be possible but it seems like a bad idea - for the reasons mentioned by moreless

[blackbeauty99]

Totally agree with orher comments. It is alot of weight to lose in 3 months and will be gained again very quickly.

[kiwikyd-nz]

Can you do a fitness Boot Camp? It would probably help you lose some of the 3 stone but would also help increase your fitness level. It might be enough to be considered for the army reserve.