Hi everybody

[Bfg80]

Hi, I am a 37 year old man who has spent most of his life in the 20st's and some in the 30s.

[BridgeGirl Administrator 2 stone]

Hello Bfg80 and welcome to the weight loss forum. I hope we can help you make the changes you want and need.

To help you navigate the forum, we’ve put all the information you’ll need in a Newbie pack. Spend a few minutes reading this as it gives a full picture of the support and information available. Here's the link healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

To get the most out of the forum, come here as often as possible. It's all free, open daily and the only requirement is to get involved and encourage others, as the forum runs on mutual support.

We ask that you also read this important information about internet privacy and security, especially as you've left your post unlocked healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...

Wishing you all the best and hoping to see you around the forum

By the way, it would be interesting to know how you found your way to this forum

[Minniewinny 5 stone Maintainer]

Hi Bfg80

Love the thought of the bfg.. makes me smile!

Welcome to the best weight loss forum there is.. it's supportive, encouraging, has great events and is all free.. just connect to wifi and your in!!

Please check with your health professional regarding your actions to lose weight and get their support locally to compliment this wonderful forum...

The best way to benefit from this forum is to be as involved as you can be, join one of the Weigh In's for the day that best suits you to check your weight each week, plan your menu's with the Daily Diary and chat and encourage others and you will reap the rewards and be motivated to move towards your goals with more determination than you can have on your own!

Do have a good slow read of the newbie post BridgeGirl has given you a link for.. I call it the sat-nav to the forum benefits..

Cheering you on to success..🎉🎉🎉

[Marie699]

Hi Bfg80 just wanted to say welcome. I joined the forum last week and everyone is really supportive! Hopefully you’ll find tips and info to help motivate you

[Jints1]

Hi Bfg. This is a great place to find help and encouragement. Stay c!ose to the site it really supports when the going is tricky. You can do this xx

[13Valerie]

Welcome bfg and I'm looking forward to hearing more about you and how you are getting on

[Bignut1]

Welcome and congratulations on your first steps.

I have just started back on this forum and like yourself from a similar age put on a lot of weight which I am now loosing.

You will find no better place in my opinion where you can be motivated and advised on what to do for you.

Use the tools provided and don't be afraid to ask for help and advise and you will soon accomplish your goals.

Good luck.

[focused1 Maintainer 13kg]

Hi Bfg . Gender here doesn't matter we all have a common goal . Small steps of planning and shopping wisely . If it isn't in your trolley then you haven't got it in your cupboard. I really took this initially like a new job . MyFitnessPal free app helped me with what I could eat. Can you swim or walk even part way to shop ? Any exercise = you can't eat whilst you're partaking and you get to a point where you think I've not done this for nothing . Try You Tube for starter exercises. If you have posted on here then this is a new start . Let us know at least weekly your progress. Ask any questions. This is a great forum as we all have to start somewhere.

[gman1961 Restart April 2024]

Welcome and good luck.

Plenty of great support on this forum.

Gary

[missgemini 7lbs]

Hi Bfg80, a very warm welcome to you. I joined this forum a few weeks ago and with the support from other members on here I have lost 1 st 6lbs! I still have a very long way to go, but it's great to know I can log on here and if I am finding I'm losing my resolve, or just need a bit of extra support, the other members respond almost immediately with words of encouragement. It really helps. It doesn't matter how much weight you have got to lose, taking the first step to reduce your weight is the most important. I wish you well and look forward to hearing about your progress. Good luck!

[missgemini 7lbs]

Hi Bfg80! Welcome to our forum. Because we also have a problem with our weight, we know exactly how you feel. Together we support each other and I hope you will find the forum as helpful as I have. Sometimes, knowing you are not alone is reassuring and just the support you need to help you stick with your healthy eating plan. Don't worry if you have a bad day, it's not the end of the world. It is quite normal to give in to temptation at times. Log in to the forum and vent your feelings. Then forget it and resolve to get back on track. You will find lots of support from other members because we have all been there and will be again. Then perhaps you might be posting a message on here to me, to help me keep on track. Good luck Bfg80. I look forward to hearing how you get on.