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following your weight loss

Modern 21st Century life can sometimes mean that starting a new exercise regime or committing yourself can be tough. But you can do it. There is a wide range of help and resources available, for free, and they can have a significantly positive impact on your weight loss journey. Whether you are hoping to make some healthier changes to your eating habits, start moving more, or to lose a few pounds, these excellent sites can certainly help.

Online Help Resources:

The NHS Weight Loss Plan

This free weight loss diet plan has been developed in association with the British Dietetic Association and it will promotes safe and sustainable weight loss. The online community provides a great support network, there are lots of tips available, and you can learn how to make healthier food choices.

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BMI Calculator

A healthy BMI, or Body Mass Index, is usually between 18. 5 and 24.9. Using a BMI calculator can help provide you with the correct information regarding how much weight you should be looking to lose. However, if your BMI is quite large, this can seem daunting and some people prefer to break it down into smaller goals.

Change 4 Life Wales

Change of life is a government public health scheme that aims to address obesity in the whole family. It is packed full of handy hints, super suggestions and delicious healthy recipes, ideal for making changes.

SparkPeople.com

SparkPeople.com is the largest online diet and healthy living community with over 12 million registered members. Create a free account today to get the tools, support, and motivation you need to lose weight and adopt a healthier lifestyle.

3FatChicks

This UK based chat forum is for people who are committed to adopting a heathier lifestyle and they even organise events so that you can meet dieters in your local area. Studies have shown that having a weight-loss buddy can really help, and this friendly non-judgemental chat room is a great place to find one.

Healthy food

This is the website that is made in conjunction with their popular magazine, and it has so many healthy recipes for any diet and any occasion. The blog offers lots of different tips and tricks, including home exercise workouts as well as diet discussions and nutritional advice.

Mobile Apps Help Resources:

Change4Life Food Scanner

The Change 4 Life food scanner helps to ensure that you know exactly what is going into your food. It is very simple to use and provides a thumbs up as it identifies healthy snacks. Helping you and your family to be aware and to make healthier food choices.

Calorie Counter by Fat Secret

There are so many calorie counting options on smart phones, but this is a personal favourite. It is easy to keep track of your food intake, exercise and weight and the app will provide easy to find nutritional information. With barcode input, a food diary, a diet calendar, a weight tracker and a journal to record process, this app is a great way to stay accountable.

Couch to 5K

This application has been so popular for a long time and it can help lots of different people get into to running. Designed for those who are inexperienced or perhaps just starting a fitness routine, the programme begins with lots of walking to slowly build up stamina.

Finding help in Your Local Area

Whilst there is so many tools that can help you online, some people may prefer a face-to-face physical approach. Speak to your GP about any help in the local area, whether it is exercise classes, dietary support, or even Slimming World or Weight Watcher classes. You could also visit your local leisure centre to see what is on offer there.