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Need friends!
19 female here with PCOS, im currently hovering around 269lbs and struggling with managing my condition. Constantly experimenting with new foods and I’d love some friends on my feed who are of similar weights or also have PCOS :smile: please feel free to add me! I log every day and I’d love to post on my wall more and have…
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Holidays coming up!
I have lost 22lbs and feeling great! But the holidays are coming up and I feel like chocolate and seasonal sweets are EVERYWHERE. How do you all deal with this?
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Habit is strong than will
I really, really liked this article. Very inspiring! I said YES!!! to the decision to get healthier - often. And that is the problem - the truth (according to behavioural scientists, and books like Good Habits, Bad Habits etc) is that habit is stronger than willpower in the long run. Its tiny habits, that build life long…
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Low carb
Going to try doing low carb but not interested in doing it at two low a carb level but could do with some friends that do low carb so please add me is your low carb and have an open diary
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Restarting, but need some encouragement
Hi all. I hate asking for help but I have a feeling I won't be able to do this alone. I'm trying to get back into my healthier lifestyle and need a boost. After losing a peak 53 pounds I've basically taken the last 4 months off to try and focus on mental health issues. (I've dealt off and on with depression and while I'm…
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Getting discouraged, how do you cope?
Even though I've lost 72lbs I'm still over weight. Just looking in the mirror I can't tell a difference now vs. at my heaviest. I'm just feeling frustrated that I've come so far and still have so much more to go. I get to thinking that I'll never be able to look how I picture myself in my head, because I've been overweight…
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Aspiring She-Hulk
Hello, fellow MFPers I wanted to invite you to come join me on My Quest to Become She-Hulk!. If you have any feedback I would absolutely love to hear it!
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You are Amazing!
Whoever needs to hear this, know that you are loved, beautiful, and amazing!
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When you screw up and eat a piece of bread and your brain tells you, great you fat *kitten*....
You've done it again and your going to die fat with a huge belly forever, but you perservere and log it into myfitnesspal because you know keeping up the habit helps your weightloss enormously, suddenly your not feeling the weight of the outcome you sentenced yourself too a minute ago "a lifetime of obesity and misery"…
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Hi
Just wanted to say hi to everyone!
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What's on your playlist
I'm looking to expand my workout playlist. I have everything from Mystikal to Paul Simon. Tool to Bitney. Brooks and Dunn to Def Leopard. Lesser knowns like Vast and Jem. I have songs for all kinds moods...and nothing is off the table. What are some songs or artists that get you motivated while working out, whether cardio,…
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Todays Motivational Speech
Today is the day to push yourself and embrace the power within you. Remember, every step, every rep, and every drop of sweat is a testament to your strength and determination. You've come so far on your fitness journey, and today is another opportunity to challenge yourself and reach new heights. As you lace up your shoes…
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Google
Google strikes again! I have had nothing but problems since My Fitness Pal partnered with the infamous Google. Why fix things if they aren't broken? Time to find and alternative!
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Embarking on a Journey to Wellness: My Story
Title: Seeking Support on My Journey to Better Health Hello, MyFitnessPal community, I'm taking a bold step today by opening up about my journey to improve my physical and mental well-being. My name is Dana. I am 50-year-old. I have been battling with excess weight, back and knee issues, and a host of mental health…
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Motivation n support
Hi my name is AZ I started my journey 40days ago its been going but these last few days I feel like I let myself down, I haven't worked out (sadface) but I have stayed in Calorie deficit Need friends if anyone's willing this is hard alone...
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Over 48,000 posts now!!!
Yeah, I've realized that I've done this a long time now. A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer IDEA Fitness member Kickboxing Certified Instructor Been in fitness for 35+ years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
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Hello everyone!
I'm a 57 year old librarian from the Omaha area! Just starting My fitness Pal and hoping to get back on track with weight loss and fitness and possibly some sanity?
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Gestational diabetes
Just wondering if there is anyone using this app to track their carbs for gestational diabetes. I was diagnosed a few weeks ago and I'm hoping to find others with it so we can possibly exchange meal and snack ideas
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30+ year old looking for motivation and accountability partner
Hi anyone feel free to add me
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WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR SEPTEMBER 2023
:) For some people September is the other January--a time to make a clean start on something important. We have a new project at our house that requires time and patience and I am so glad to have all of you to support me during this difficult time. My challenge may be bigger or smaller than yours, but it is significant and…
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Your children are watching
I was very fit back in the day. I've struggled with my weight for the past probably decade. During My marriage, my kids have really only seen me be overweight. Recently divorced and I had them with me for summer when I started my journey. My journey began with fasting. Although they initially didn't know what it was, they…
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need help understanding prompt
Occasionally, I’ll get a prompt that states ”If every day were like today, in 5 weeks, you’ll weigh ___. I’m confused if this is supposed to be a positive reinforcement message or a warning? Can anyone help? It is just weird to me.
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Getting (re) started
Lost almost 40 pounds on WW prior to 2019 and now find myself with half of it back. Pretty happy I’ve found MFP again. Logged consistently for the past 2 weeks. Looking to add walking and Pickleball in for exercise. Got my Apple Watch counting steps. Any suggestions out there for success??
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Hi
Rebooting
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Holiday Encouragement Thread
With Sukkot just past us, Canadian Thanksgiving tomorrow, and Halloween coming up, the round of cooler weather and food related holidays is just beginning. I'm starting this thread so we can support each other, share alternative holiday treat recipes, and just let each other know we're not alone. If there's enough interest…
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What are you reaching for ?
Goals keep us going. I started my journey at 325 pounds. I'm currently 280. Long term I want to lose another 80-100 pounds. Short term... -I want to be In the 270's by October 13th. -Currently west 2xl shirt. Want to get to xl. What goals are you chasing?
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Plateau …
Hello everyone ! I have been calorie counting for 6 weeks and successfully lost over a kilo a week for the first 4 weeks but have now plateaued:( Any tips or suggestions please ? I still have at least 10 kilos to lose , thank you in advance x
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secret weapons
Weight loss is warfare. What are some of your secret weapons or hacks. Share your tactics !! I used to getting up in the morning and sometimes that would stall or deter my making it to the gym. So I downloaded an app and set my most upbeat and motivational workout songs as the alarm. It's like an instant shot of…
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NON SCALE VICTORIES..SHARE EM!
Mine....I can finally fit an XL t shirt down from 2xl!!! What about you guys ?!?!?
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Down 100+lb and wanting to motivate others
Hello 👋 my name is Maggie and I've struggled with weight, feeling good enough and not being an active participant in my own life. I've had a hard life and spent most of it overweight, depressed and lonely. I moved from Chicago to Seattle in 2020 to start fresh. In january 2022 I looked at myself a 38 almost 39 years old…