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klainef
klainef Posts: 29 Member
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I've been using the MFP app on my tablet but now that my battery is capoot I'm finally seeing everything MFP has to offer.

I'm a female who turns 29 in three weeks. I've given myself by my 30th birthday to get and stay healthy (grown up age calls for grown up lifestyle choices). I fell off the workout bandwagon a bit a go, but am looking for motivation as I get back on again.

I've had problems with my weight for years, constantly losing 30 pounds, then gaining it right back. I tend to lose motivation with exercise and it's so much fun to just sit and read (or sew, or watch tv...) My other problem is I can't meet the calorie goals. I have no problem getting what I need by food, but as soon as I exercise, my net calories drop too low. I also lose the urge to snack when I workout regularly, so I can't just eat more. Anyone with a suggestion on how to meet my goals would be awesome.

Any one who can cheer me on or give feedback on getting where I should be, please friend me.

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  • grimendale
    grimendale Posts: 2,153 Member
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    If you're having trouble eating enough when you exercise, then calorie dense foods are your friends. Nuts, nut butters, cheese and protein powders are some of my typical choices.

    http://www.livestrong.com/article/28482-list-calorie-dense-foods/

    If you are losing motivation with exercise, try different exercise. Find something that you enjoy doing so you'll keep doing it for the sheer pleasure of it. I personally always hated running until I did my first race. I became hooked on the atmosphere and the community, so I now run for the enjoyment of it and am constantly looking forward to my next race.

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