Hi I’ve been trying to lose weight on and off for about 10 years. Since hitting 50 last year I just can’t shift it. My middle is getting rounder and my thighs are getting fatter.
I walk regularly, I’ve started spin bike, it’s just not moving.
I’ve done ww and sw... and numerous other “diets” in between. I’ve cut portion sizes, eat lower carbs, less fats, make my own foods, and it’s just really getting me down.
I attended Everyone Health for 12 weeks which was great, but now I’m stuck........
Hello Daxidoo2 and welcome to this Forum! This link might help explain why your weight loss efforts to date have been such x struggle and other ways forward...
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Here's a reminder link to the Site Guide
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There's a lot there but it's worth taking your time to read,honest!
We recommend you joining a Weekly Weigh In on the day of your choice, and using the Daily Diary, where members share their meal plans and get useful feedback.
It would be a good idea to check out your BMI if you've not already done so..you don't need a tape measure just your weight and height and here's a link to the NHS calculator
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All the best on your journey ! 😊
Hi Daxidoo and welcome 
Unfortunately our metabolisms do change as we get older and what used to work once, doesn't necessarily work now 
Exercise is great for our overall health but key, is recognisng that weight loss is 80-90% managing what we eat.
You don't mention whether you're cal counting and what your cal range is and where you acquired it.
Maybe think about joining the Daily Diary and it will help people support you on a day to day basis.
There will be a way forward. Good luck!
Hi Daxidoo2 , welcome.
If you "slim smart" weight loss is not so hard! It is not all about motivation and masochism.
Some of us here find that what works, for initial weight loss and weight-loss plateaux, is a combination of The Low Carbohydrate, High-Fat (LCHF) diet (see the forum here on Health Unlocked) and Not Snacking All Day AKA Intermittent Fasting (IF). See:
Newbies IF FAQ:
healthunlocked.com/fasting-...
The Fasting and Furious Forum, here on Health Unlocked:
almost back to post baby weight
Need to get back on track 😪
Is there any hope left for me?
Seeking some buddy support 
ANXIETY IS AFFECTING MY new diet
