Getting started

amjmortensen48

Just wanting to get started. I have a lot to lose how is the best way to get started?

manderson27

Put your stats in to MFP set to lose 1-2 pounds a week and eat the calories MFP gives you.

If you weigh and measure all your foods accurately, log them in your diary and stick to the goal then you will lose weight.

aholman4

Does the calories given by MFP calculate calorie deficit?

mariluny

don't go crazy when you start, go gradually. You need to eat the way you want to eat once you reach your goal weight. If you start eating salad and protein bar as 90% of the time, I doubt you'll continue that for the rest of your life, same thing it you are a massive pasta/bread fan right now, cutting it out of your life for 6 months is not a long term solution.
Learn how portion control, fit what you enjoy eating in your calorie goal.
Measure correctly, I would strongly suggest a food scale. It is tedious, but at least for the first few weeks/months, it's the best thing that will help you learn portion control
Pay attention on how you feel. Days where you are hungry all the time, did you eat less carbs, less protein, less fat? Try to find a trend, that how you'll learn what works the best for you.

Kelley0519

Have a long term goal, but don't allow it to be your everyday focus because it will seem overwhelming. Focus on each day as it comes....eat healthier and move more!

brenn35

Had to delete my account and start over, would love to have some retirement friends, please friend me.

mtaratoot

Welcome back!

What goals have you set for yourself this time around? What strategies are you going to use to assure you stick to it and achieve them?

LaurenG1219

Start small like other said. Make sure you set small goals you can achieve quickly to reinforce the new behaviors.