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[Muppet01234]

Hi I'm Muppet01234, I was just checking my BMI and found a link to this forum.

Unfortunately I need to lose a couple of stone, more preferably, as I will not be considered a candidate for possible Spinal Cord Stimulation.

This is going to be an interesting challenge as I am couch bound and have be since November.

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Muppet01234 and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum

I am sorry you are having a health issue and hope that you can manage to lose some weight for the treatment you need. Weight loss is much more about what you eat than exercise so that shouldn't stop you 😊

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. And if you just want to chat, to say hello or share any news or struggles then look out for What's Happening Today thread.

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

[Ceals]

Hi Muppet01234 this forum is one luck find for you. You will get lots on inspiration from some wonderful people. We are all here either to lose weight or maintain a loss and many people have health issues.

You clearly have a very good reason to lose weight and that will motivate you I am sure.

Come on here regularly and join in the chat with people, look at the Daily Diary for inspiration and get started on the most exciting journey that will lead to a new lifestyle and the health improvements that you want.

Take care

[jopo]

Welcome Muppet01234

I stumbled on this forum in January and now lost 4 stone which is completely down to the support I got from some really special people on this forum.

You'll need to forget 'diets' and think healthy eating. Plan ahead, remove and avoid junk food and join in here everyday. It will absolutely transform you health and you'll feel amazing.

Good luck with the op.

[Wadestreet]

Welcome to the forum! You can do this. You get a lot of encouragement here. Take one day at a time and eat healthy. Enjoy your journey!1