Hello. New here :)

[Loubla]

I've just signed up. Last year I lost four stone. Got into an abusive relationship which has recently ended. Put a stone back on. Have lost half a stone in the last two weeks.

I'm 24 and only 5'4 but weighed 20st 1lb in Jan 2016. As of today I weigh 16st 7lb so still have lots to lose. I really struggle with comfort eating.

Hello

[moreless Administrator SS Supercook 7 stone]

Hi and welcome, Loubla

I'm sorry to hear about your past troubles, but well done for overcoming them and for losing nearly 4 stone!

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 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.

We run a weigh-in every day of the week and you'd be very welcome to join one of them. The threads can always be found in the Events section, to the right of the HOME page, bottom on a mobile.

We also run a Daily Diary, where we share our meal and exercise plans for the day. It's a great place to get ideas and to keep us focused. The link can also be found in Events.

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 stone this year!

[Minniewinny 5 stone Maintainer]

Hello Loubla

I hope you get a new way of moving forwards... I joined the forum in January and have been encouraged by the replies and comments I've read on different ones posts...

Wishing you great success and support through the ups and downs...

Be loyal to you and your goals.. Well done for recognising abuse and getting out. Looking after you is your first priority.. Well done on your weight loss so far.

🔐 We all hold the key to unlock what we are really capable of.. Just believe it, work at it and enjoy the progress.

Cheering you on 🎉🎉🎉