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Should I consume all calories as suggested by MFP?
I've pretty recently started my weight loss journey and I'm having too many difficulties in finding out what is going to work for me. It's been almost a month that I've changed my eating habits, going to gym (3-4 days a week) and still my weight is the same. Just to give you an idea about my workout routine ... I do almost…
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Weight Ticker
Can someone please tell me how to get the weight ticker that shows on some people's posts? Thanks!
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question about this site
so when i started using this, i didn't know how to work with the "goals" part of it, making your goal, because i'd set it to "lose 1 lbs a week" and then i'd eat UNDER that, the thing is i just found out my TDEE, and it turns out...well this site subtracts and does the math for you. now, it may be christmas post food funk,…
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Losing weight but not sure how to achieve or begin
Hi, I've been wanting to lose weight and drop 2 dress sizes for a long time now, i have a gym membership and eat relatively healthy but as of 2014 I am getting into shape and making sure I have the body I want by summer. I am 19 years old and going on a girls holiday next summer and having the body i want would definitely…
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Home gym exercise routine?
Hello, So, I now have one of these (http://www.academy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_10051_952065_-1__?N=117009092&affcode=42&kwid=ps_cse&cid=PLA_0026197269&gclid=CKiT_byEzrsCFU5o7AodgwMAzw) Marcy Home Gym machines, and while it lists about 15 or so workouts to do on it, I'm completely unsure how to best…
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Christmas is over!!!
I love the holiday, days off from work, and family time but this time of year stresses me out! I'm now happy I can focus on getting healthy and not all of the extra holiday food and stress. Today is my day 1, anyone want to share some advice or tips of things that have worked or helped you be successful while on your…
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How and where to get started?
Hello all, I'm a new member of this forum and I'm still figuring out how things work here. I joined a month ago and then didn't get a chance to start my workout routine properly and hence didn't get a chance to stay active here. But I guess, I'm finally done with my excuses and it's really time for me to face the reality.…
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Need help, exercise recommendations
Hello! I am 22 years old working on weight loss for the past 1.5 years. I am 5'3 and currently 137 lbs. I was 168 at my highest and used power 90, slim in 6, and 30 day shred to get down to 130 lbs. I then got very sick and could not exercise as frequently and gained about 7 pounds back. I am trying to start back up again…
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Help with which app to focus on (TDEE Question)
So I don't know which app I should be taking seriously. I did a 5.5 mile hike with an 1800ft elevation gain on Runtastic, logged it and it went into MFP. Then my Fitbit adjustment took half of those calories back. I did a lot of computer work today, but I also went Christmas shopping. My TDEE of 2798 seems low for a 29 yr…
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Let's see....
Time to take a poll! Simple answers here people (ladies, heed) How long have you went without any sugars? And I don't mean kisses bahahaha
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Decisions, decisions........ need advice
I'm kinda new to the whole home workout out thing and was wondering which to do first. Jillian Michaels Body Revolution or P90X3?
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While it's not too late...
So, my first post, my first topic :) It looks as though here are some very optimistic and very friendly people, so I would like to share my goal with you and to get your precious advice. I am 26, I have no weight problems and I am hourglass shaped (so big boobies and hips, flat tummy), but I've noticed that my body is…
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Macros? What is this? Help for a newbie, please?
Hi! I'm new and still figuring out how all this works. I keep seeing people talking about macros (and occasionally micros I think?) I haven't got a clue what this means. Any help for a newbie? Thanks so much! :)
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Last try
Hi, This is my last try losing weight. For years my weight went up and down (mostly up). Now is the last time I decided to try again. I did not want to start January 1st because I did it and never worked. Keep your fingers crossed and send any tips how to do it my way. Happy Holidays!
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Time for a Fresh Start and a NEw Year
My goal for 2014 is to lose 60 pounds I know I can do it just have to stick to it. I'm looking for new friends that might be in the same field as me when it comes to losing weight. I'm up for anything and everything when it comes to heathly meals and execerise which I do walk 5 to 8 miles a day weather premitting and I'm…
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New Me COMING SOON
In October of 2013, I had to take a looonnnng honest look at myself. I realized I had to because I started feeling things that I didn't want to feel. Depressed, tired, lazy, achy, bored, unfulfilled, resentful, angry, unhealthy, and just plain unhappy. I had already known that I needed to make changes after a trip to my 10…
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MyFitnessPal + Fitbit Tracker - Ultimate Duo
Hi All, I needed another motivation to get myself up and going again so i brought the Fitbit Tracker which tracks everything u do and its in sync with my fitness pall ???? I've started again, and I've put on a lot of weight. Please feel free to add me, its boring without the competition!!!
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How to:
How do I lose fat? How do I get into shape? How do I workout? How many calories should I consume?
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Low Carb Diet
I have been on a low carb diet since the 13th. It is going well, but when I go out of town to see my family and friends it gets exponentially harder. I would like some motivation, helpful ideas for where to eat or what to cook, anyone else in my situation, Or just a sharing of information about the topic is fine too :)…
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Starting Over From The Beginning: 2nd MFP Profile
I started this profile I guess in August, but have been more faithful to it the past 2 months or so. I have 46 pounds to get back to where I was in 2012 before I started to gain it all back again. I know that I can do this because I have done it in the past. It is just mind over matter. My will to change vs my will to stay…
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37 year old male 150 pounds to lose
anyone with the same goal as me out there
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First weight training day
So I just completed my first 30 minutes of weight training in my apartment complexes fitness room. The machine I used was a Paramount Fit 3000 and I did 3 sets of 9 reps at a comfortable weight (I might try upping it 10 or so lbs.) In between sets I ran in place for 60 seconds to keep my heart rate up and it worked out…
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Starting over... yet again. Ugh.
Hello Everyone: Like most people on here, I've struggled with my weight over the years. I'm starting over yet again and it feels pretty bad. I started on MFP about 8 months ago and then I had some serious personal troubles and had to give up the gym and I stopped cooking for 4 months. It was a tough thing to give up,…
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Exercises for dance and losing 4lbs
Hi guys Please could you help me. I'm going to a Latin American dance festival in mid February and have about 8 weeks to: a) get fit b) get my body in the best shape for dancing c) lose 4lbs (which is really difficult for me as my diet is good and there's not much I can cut out) Has anyone done any exercises specifically…
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RESTRICTIONS???? URGH
Ok first i hate restrictions it seems like as soon as i say i cant have i want and a few days past and i binge... Trust me I know I know it is all in my mind and i need to produce the will to be strong yada yada i get so many mixed OPINIONS on how to lose weight and things that are "BAD foods" and should never be touched…
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Real support. Not just a number on a friend's list.
I have been on MFP once before (about 2 years ago) and got from 210 to 160. I got married (gained weight), got pregnant (gained some more), became a stay at home mother (blew up!). It's time to get a handle on my life again! I'm looking for REAL support. I have had to many people add me in the past and never comment back…
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MFP app and barcode scanning problems
Anyone having problems with the MFP app and barcode scanning on android phones? Mine wont scan.
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Need motivation.. My 1st week in my weight loss journey.
Hello. I am so happy to finally start my weight loss journey. This is my first post, and i'm writing to ask for friends who i can stay in touch with and motivated. Please help me in my journey and i'll be glad :) !
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Would that be so bad?
According MFP, the number of calories I need, given my data, is 1250. That's just above the recommended minimum one should consume per day to be healthy. Since it is also my maximum, the only way to lose weight it to exercise more. ( I've always been quite active ie two or three runs per week, two swims, a couple of bike…
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Using MFP recommendations....
Hi, i just started using the site after signing up a loooong time ago I noticed when i track calories it says how many grams of carbs/fat/sugar/protein I should aim for My question is, if i hit my target calories and meet these recommendations, will I loose more weight than if I meet my calorie intake and exceed these…