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[Sarah4d]

Hi,

I am in my mid fifties and just struggling to loose weight of any kind I have put on 2.5 stone and really need to loose it as its effecting my health and mobility

Hope this wil work

Thanks

Sarah

[moreless Administrator 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Sarah

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

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Hi and welcome to the community!!

[blackbeauty99]

Hi and welcome

You will receive lots of advice and friendly support and i wish you well with your weight loss journey

[elliebath Maintainer]

Hi sarah, I was you three years ago. I'll be 65 next week but honestly feel younger than I did at 55. No magic formula, just keep to the right calorie allowance for your bmi, eat more fresh foods, more proteins, more veg, more walking . You can still have small amounts of life's little pleasures like chocolate/alcohol as long as you count them into your daily calories. Take it slowly 1-2 lb a week is plenty fast enough otherwise you'll probably regain it.

If I can lose 2.5 stone then anyone can. Feel free to tap on my name and read my profile and previous posts, and other people's stories as well .

Welcome aboard 😊

[Wadestreet]

Hi and welcome. Elliebath gave you a great message. I am in mid-fifties and have mobility problems as well. I started out walking and can walk up to 25 minutes. And recently joined the gym. I walk slow pace on the treadmill but I am moving. Take one day and increase your walking every couple of days until your body says we can beat this time. We can do this today. You are your best cheerleader in this. But keep posting and how you are doing. We are all in the same boat to encourage and be the second chearleaders for you. Have a great journey. You can this!!