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Getting discouraged
I know. I know everything everyone is probably going to say. The scale is slow to move. But it still doesn't stop me from being discouraged. So I slip. I sabotage myself. I keep trying, but I'm still floundering around between a couple of pounds. i'm at the highest I've been in 20 years. I try to lose. I track. The…
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New to the group
I'm looking forward to being part of this group. February 2023 is going to be my kickoff to success. Have a wonderful day! Tracy from Ohio
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Inconsistent
I get gung ho for a month with myfitnesspal and drop off for a few weeks. Trying to stay motivated in my health journey. Any tips other users tried to be consistent? Sure wouldn't mind hearing them.
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Good morning. Figure this app out????
Good morning. I’m trying to figure this app out!!! How can i join this group and find you again??? Thanks. Lori
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When someone who you care about dies of obesity related complications
One of my friends died yesterday of cardiac arrest caused by obesity. He had existing health issues related to obesity, so while it is shocking, it was not entirely unexpected. I had worried about him for years prior to this. His life was shortened by 20 to 30 years. It just makes me really angry to see how obesity is…
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LESS Alcohol ~ JANUARY 2023 ~ One Day At A Time
HELLO JANUARY 2023 followers.... Do you want to drink LESS? Then join us in drinking LESS (whatever that means for you) as we continue to support and learn from each other. ■ LESS ALCOHOL RESOURCE & GENERAL INFORMATION LIST ■ USING THIS THREAD: ▪▪▪▪▪▪▪▪▪▪ •Join us at any time. •Set your own goal - this thread is about…
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WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR JANUARY 2023
:) A new day, a new month, a new year---a host of clean slates to make a fresh start on a lingering plan. I have lots of good habits and behaviours in place and another that I'd like to make part of my life. This looks like a good time and place to make that change. :) Growing and making these changes has worked best for…
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Just Give Me One Month - January 2023
Welcome (or welcome back). Accountability and check-in thread for daily/weekly/whenever weigh ins for the month of January. Take a look at some of the previous JGMOM discussions if you are curious. [ https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10834430/just-give-me-one-month-june-2021/p1] Feel free to join anytime…
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Fat2Fit Support Group - Sign up for FEBRUARY 2023
Need a team for support and commitment? Some help getting inspired for a great 2023? We hope you'll consider FAT 2 FIT, a weight loss challenge and support group. A community. A wonderful group of warm, fun, and strong people to help make your journey possible. Come for FEBRUARY and stay on for the long haul. This group is…
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Goodbye January
Goodbye January. 31 days AF. I have decided to continue through February. Feeling good!
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Help needed
Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice or help. I’ve signed up to this as another attempt to try and lose some weight. I’ve had an unhealthy/problematic relationship with food ever since I was a child. Up until my late twenties this was counteracted by the fact that I was a keen sportswoman and distance runner. If…
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For the ladies - Embracing gray hair after years of dying--have you done it?!
Gray hair popped up when I was mid 20s and I never had any other than thought than "Let's get rid of that ASAP!" and so I began dying my dark brown hair! I am turning 45 this year and along with my continued focus on being my best and keeping fit and healthy and strong, I am truly considering STOPPING the hair dying every…
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Anxiety
I know losing the weight is the best think and the right thing. I hate how I get so excited and am motivated for a few days and then it’s like someone shuts off my confidence and turns on the dread. Today I’ve been struggling to stay confident in my determination, but it’s so hard fighting with yourself… here’s my…
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The time starts now. If I can do it you can too! (my story)
This is a long post but it needs to be said so listen up! Actually, the time started yesteryear but a lot of us missed it. Better late than never right? Ok so first things first hello to all my beautiful people out there! My name is Jean. I am 33 years old and I am a type two diabetic. My current weight is 192 lbs as of my…
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How do I control my "sweet tooth"
I have been using myfitnesspal for a while now. I lost 56 pounds but have gained 25 back which is frustrating. I love sweets and am having trouble avoiding them. I do not keep them in the house. I want to get back to the original 56 and then lose more. Thanks for any advice.
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Looking for friends
Hi looking to find friends and support in new habits and healthy way to eat. My goal is to lose 100lbs.
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Getting fit for 50
Trying to lose the weight as a birthday gift to myself for my 50th. 235lbs now and looking for 199 4/19/23. 18 gyms logged in since New Year. No alcohol and trying to eat well and stay motivated and committed. Good Luck to All and Embrace the Suck!
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New Year, new start
Hi, I decided to start 2023 with a new mindset of being active daily. In the past I've always focused on weight loss and have been mildly successful then given up. Last year I strained my back and had to have physio and daily exercises, so this year I'm concentrating on being active and varying my routine to keep me…
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Not losing weight doctor lowered calories and done tests
Hi guys So I been battling with weight for years now. Had all tests done. Doctor told me to be on keto and lower my calories again. It really doesn’t work my body can survive on nothing literally! We have done all tests and doctor cannot find anything wrong with me My weight is 12 stone I’m 5ft3 I just cannot shift it and…
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New here!
Hello! Just started tonight with this MyFitnessPal! I have struggled a long time with weight and with my job the last several years changing from moving around to mostly desk job- I have become extremely unhealthy! Hoping this app will help me stay on the right path. It’s nice to read the posts on here. Tomorrow am starts…
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New here...
Will love your support, male here 44 years old, not new doing keto but new in the app. Don't really know how this work...looking for friends so this journey is not so lonely....
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Looking for supportive friends
Hi, I've been struggling with weight all my life. I'd like more supportive friends and I will do the same for you. I'm in my 50s and welcome any age. We're in this together!
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Happy New Year 2023 Introduction
Hi I’m Lisa I’m 57 and 184 pds. Hope the new year started well for you all. As for me I unfortunately started the year with COVID and blood work that shows my high cholesterol is bad. I been taking cholesterol medicine for a very long time so I need to make healthy changes. Last year I spent most of the year doing the keto…
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Anyone in Lexington Ky?
Anyone here from Lexington Ky or surrounding area. Looking to start a local group of people to help motivate each other to reach our goals, share tips advice recipes etc
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Go Gray
44 Mom Trying to get healthy
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Looking for motivation!
Hey, I just began my weight loss journey and would love to be a part of a group to keep me accountable! :smile:
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Losing weight by eating at your goal maintenance
Has anyone tried the approach of choosing your goal weight and eating at that maintenance to lose weight? Here I am again needing to lose 40 pounds at 41 years old. I can get obsessive about counting calories, weighing food , and using my Fitbit to record every calorie. I want to take a more relaxed approach this time for…
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Daily Meal Logging Support!
Hi! I'm looking for new friends to help keep me accountable for logging my meals! I've never had an issue exercising but I tend to underestimate how much I'm eating (mindless snacking) if I don't log it religiously. Looking for friends who log their meals (and let me spy on their food diaries lol) and would love friends…
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Motivation
I really need the motivation I been here several times before. I'm 52 and I need to do better for myself. As you get older it's harder to loose. I got this 👍
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Advice to stop being a fat ***?
Would love to hear from someone who has overcome being a fat ***. I can't seem to get motivated and I lack the dedication to work out and eat healthier. I have no interest in joining a gym, I can't imagine getting into a home workout routine, and I have no interests. I've struggled with depression my entire life and I'm…