At the start of my journey

bluecheese78

Hi Im 39, my weight spiralled after years in a bad marriage, I've managed to create a new and happy life for myself, but my weight is the last piece of the old me that holds me back, to the point I don't feel good enough to make friends or someone for people to get to know, I have a long way to go, 7 stone to be exact, I have my son and I work full time, so I need all the help and advise I can get on exercise when going to the gym isn't always possible, thanks for reading, and look forward to meeting new people x

WorkerDrone83

Welcome!

Glad to hear that you have a new and happy life.

Here are a couple of links that I think you’ll find very helpful:

http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1234699/logging-accurately-step-by-step-guide/p1
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1

The first covers accurate logging and some of the tools in MFP to help you make things easier. The second discusses caloric needs and setting goals. These are two of the most commonly-referenced threads on MFP; tons of people point to them as being sources of great info when you're just starting out.

For more friends check out these threads, which are fairly popular:

http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10176797/comment-here-if-you-want-more-friends#latest
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10324944/hi-looking-for-friends-motivation#latest

Best of luck!

ambertoashes1989

Hello there, I start my journey this week. I'm nervous but excited at the same time. I have a very long road ahead of me also. If you ever need any help or just someone to talk to I'm always here 😊