Hi Guys,
I'm new here in terms of I have had an account for quite some time but not used it at all since I joined. I would like to change that and actively engage as I really need to sort myself out and I can see the community support and network is so encouraging and invaluable here. My question please is... I currently weight 18 Stone 5 pounds (Height 5ft 8inc) and I'm desperate to lose this weight and get my life back. I am a constant dieter/binge yo-yo addict and its a vicious cycle. The NHS BMI Calculator has worked my calories out at 2066 - 2656 kcal however various other calculators (so many different diet clubs, online weight loss programmes and TDEE/BMR Calculators) give me a daily count of between 1200-1900. I know overly restricting is counterintuitive and also dangerous to your health but I am also scared of sticking to a recommended 2066 calories (albeit healthy food) all week and not seeing a loss to stay motivated (as I am that stereotypical 'needs to see results' dieter. Would you mind letting me know which is best in your experiences of success? Thanks so much for reading.
Hello Jesscaca and welcome to the weight loss forum. Please have a good read of the Pinned Post “Welcome Newbies”. healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...
This is a very large community with lots going on. May I suggest you use the webpage as opposed to the app at least until you know your way around. Take your time and follow every thread so that you know exactly what’s going on.
Here’s the link for a “Tour” of the forum ,if you haven’t already taken it.
healthunlocked.com/?tour=true
You seem incredibly confused by all the information you have read about calories. I don't count calories I just try to eat healthily lots of veggies and healthy fats. I don't, however, eat white carbs, bread pasta,potatoes and things made with flour. I'm not obsessed about not eating them I just try to avoid them as much as possible. At the moment I'm managing to lose weight without being hungry. I have lost 8 Kg in the last 9 months.
Here are a couple of links to get you started.
healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...
healthunlocked.com/nhsweigh...
The Daily Diary and the Weekly Weigh ins are very good places to begin. You will find the DD and WI in the Pinned Posts & under “Events”
I find the Daily Diary a very good place to share my plans and get inspiration from other members, too. Once the day’s food is written down I’m far more likely to stay on track.
Here's the link to tomorrows Daily Diary so that you can start right away chatting, planning your day's food and reading other peoples ideas.
healthunlocked.com/weight-l....
The key to success is participation, we are all on the same journey.
If you can’t find something just shout, there’s usually someone around.
I hope to “see” you around, Good Luck.🍀😉
Thank you ever so much TheTabbyCat. That's an amazing response and much appreciated. I'll make sure to acquaint myself with those links and explore the Web pages.
You're very welcome.
Here's a plan which I forgot to mention.
healthunlocked.com/api/redi...