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  • Texas419mfp
    Texas419mfp Posts: 1 Member
    Hi, all. I'm John. Struggled with my weight for years. Started.walking years ago after my A1C score went above 6, indicating diabetes. Lost 40 pounds. Five week ago, decided to get serious and started tracking my food intake on FitnessPal. In 5 weeks I've lost 21.pounds. still have 76 pounds to lose to reach goal. So there's a long journey ahead.

    Take it one day at a time and stick to your plan. Consistency gets better results than speed.
  • mcroyjason
    mcroyjason Posts: 3 Member
    I am not new to Fitness Pal using just the app, but I have never really posted on the forums before. I have been away from exercising for a long time and now, due to health issues I have to lose this weight and get fit again. I let myself get up to 320 lbs! I've lost 10 of that in the past few months and now ready to kick it into high gear.

    I am not new to working out but I do have discipline issues to work through so I stick with it longer term. I am looking at this as just my new way of life as different from "I am on a diet until I lose this weight". No, this is just what I do now as part of my life.

    Looking for friends too, so send me a request!
  • PorkyPigHog
    PorkyPigHog Posts: 2 Member
    Hey everybody I’m back from a long rest. I really forgot I was on here at one time. But I’m back and need some support and help.
  • madlyncarr
    madlyncarr Posts: 5 Member
    hello, my name is Madlyn not my first but it's been a while. the pandemic got me 20 lbs and a bad hip. I need to work on myself to avoid surgery. getting started today. going to be had because my exercise routine has stopped due to my hip. but I am working on that. need all the help I can get. hope to follow up with someone.
  • SharpWellbeing
    SharpWellbeing Posts: 68 Member
    Hi all,

    Been on this forum many moons ago and was quite active but then life got in the way of course.

    I'm a qualified personal trainer in the UK but my main passion is nutrition I'm an MNU certified nutritionist.

    I work with people on a 1 to 1 basis and potentially going to be doing some form of group work in the future.
    I wouldn't waste your time looking at my website as it's atrocious but it does give a little bit about me and the qualification I've done for anyone interested.

    I'm not here touting for business or anything like that, I'm here to give insight where ever I can. I come from an evidence based background that believes in the evidence of everything, which I feel is incredibally important considering the amount of disempowering information out there, it's unbelievable how many myths that should have been dispelled a long time ago are still floating about.

    I probably come across argumentative in text on an internet forum but believe me that's the opposite of my intentions. I just love nutrition and actually love helping people. My reason for coming on here is I figured this to be a great place to share with others what I know and hopefully help others or even have reasoned debate about nutrition. I challenge my own bias all the time and I am more than happy to have others challenge it. I've been an advocate of MFP for well over 10 years now (roughly I would guess). Whilst I believe in calorie counting I don't think it's the only way (probably my most utilised tool with clients though).

    Anyway, I hope to be able to help and also to learn from others :)

    ATB
  • pepperfunkel81
    pepperfunkel81 Posts: 2 Member
    Getting serious this time.. Well I have been serious all the times I have tried, I just always seem to get comfortable and find myself gaining pounds back. Weight loss has always been hard for me, as I am sure it is for most people. I have PCOS and feel like I am always fighting against the weight battle. I need encouragement and accountability! I am reaching out for some new friends who like myself want to be healthy. Enjoy your day and I hope to chat soon!
  • anguspalmer215
    anguspalmer215 Posts: 3 Member
    Hi everyone,
    Glad to be here and seeing everyone's enthusiasm and what is motivating them to hit their goals. For myself, I used to pay alot of attention to my fitness and diet but for the last 7 years that has taken a back seat to 3 great children. But now we are back on the tools and hoping to get in better shape than ever. After a crazy year, lots of working from home and being fairly sedentary its time to get ready for the Australian summer.
    Hope to hear from others. Best wishes, Angus
  • jimwaters1016
    jimwaters1016 Posts: 9 Member
    I have been using MFP off and on for years, but this time I am sticking with it. Down 17 pounds since October. I am trying to incorporate exercise in my day. I have been using a treadmill, but setting up a weight room real soon. At 59 years old, I know I have to go slower on the exercise.
  • alipdx
    alipdx Posts: 1 Member
    Hey all ... going to end 2020 with a bang which will be me choosing a better lifestyle heading into 2021. Cheers!
  • path7975
    path7975 Posts: 25 Member
    Hi I’m Pat
    I have been keto for 8 yrs (after having had cancer). I love this way of eating and never feel deprived of any food as I learnt at the very beginning to ketofy all the foods I loved. I use shiratiki noodles & rice to go with pasta sauces, curry’s and stir fry’s. I have over the years gone up & down weight wise but now at 70+ it’s time to finally lose the last 5 kgs. Good luck to everyone 🍀
  • AquaMeow
    AquaMeow Posts: 296 Member
    Heyyyyy add me!
  • HHdeern66
    HHdeern66 Posts: 23 Member
    I have just ditched WW because obviously I have a problem with portion control. I know counting calories works, I just need to focus and not try to wing it. I'm my own worst enemy when it comes to weight loss. I could use some support. Maybe a weekly virtual "check in" with a group? Some kind of accountability would be nice. Do we have this here?
  • loutelmah
    loutelmah Posts: 1 Member
    Hi guys, can anyone tell me why I cant change the serving size, except from what's given as examples? Do I have to be a premium member for that? Thanks in advance! :)
  • Maiang428
    Maiang428 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi! Not really new to this app but this has helped me before and hoping that this would help me again :)
  • Kelz2517
    Kelz2517 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi. I'm 29 and im really looking for an accountability buddy. I started at 240lbs in June and now im 205lbs. I have been using MyFitnessPal the entire way, I honestly owe this app so much. My problem is that its the holiday season now and I really need someone to help me through this temptation. I want to lose 30 more pounds by May 2021.
  • Steph00h
    Steph00h Posts: 3 Member
    loutelmah wrote: »
    Hi guys, can anyone tell me why I cant change the serving size, except from what's given as examples? Do I have to be a premium member for that? Thanks in advance! :)

    Most food in the database has 1gram options so if something weighs 132 grams you just do 132 servings of 1 gram. It'll look like 1 serving if 132g in your diary x
  • Steph00h
    Steph00h Posts: 3 Member
    Hellooo to everyone out there. Good luck to us all. Looking forward to helping eachother x
  • 1HugoG
    1HugoG Posts: 36 Member
    Kelz2517 wrote: »
    Hi. I'm 29 and im really looking for an accountability buddy. I started at 240lbs in June and now im 205lbs. I have been using MyFitnessPal the entire way, I honestly owe this app so much. My problem is that its the holiday season now and I really need someone to help me through this temptation. I want to lose 30 more pounds by May 2021.

    The bright side is thaT we have to stay away from family, friends and their piles of food because of COVID.
    Some of the tricks I learned going through the National Diabetes Foundation’s program at the Y is to keep veggies handy, and hold a glass/bottle of water at parties to keep people from shoving more alcohol into one’s hands.

    Also working out before going to parties helps one eat reasonably w/o looking like an outcast.

  • alexandlee1
    alexandlee1 Posts: 6 Member
    Hi everyone - using the app just to help keep track of how foods combine.
    One thing I wish people would know that sodium is 40% of product salt content when adding sodium level in the new food section :)
  • AquaMeow
    AquaMeow Posts: 296 Member
    Welcome newcomers!!! Add me ive been on here for a year and the fitness community here is pretty cool!
  • JulioM997
    JulioM997 Posts: 13 Member
    Happy Thanksgiving all!
  • mrschef04
    mrschef04 Posts: 4 Member
    Feel free to add me. 44 year old climber wanting to lean down!
  • lisa1225anne
    lisa1225anne Posts: 36 Member
    johnsonsandradee wrote: »
    rileyjinger wrote: »
    Hi all! Looking for some support on my journey to being more fit. Can't wait to share and read all your stories.

    Hello, looking for support in weight loss.
  • chels618
    chels618 Posts: 1 Member
    just joined. excited to start on my weight loss journey! heard great things about MFP and how it helps tremendously to track calories! this is my first time ever doing it and i hope to see results in one month!
  • marcthebuilder1999
    marcthebuilder1999 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi everyone. I’m new to MFP. Looking to lose 75 lbs through exercise and nutrition. Harder to do In my 50’s, but I'm more than capable with a Support group. Thanks,
  • chellenkc
    chellenkc Posts: 1 Member
    Hello everyone! I've been off and on with MFP for years. I'm totally sticking to it this time as I am trying to track my saturated fat. Doc diagnosed me with high cholesterol. I also quit smoking with the help of patches. A lot of changes for me and I am determined to stick to it.
  • cherwarshawski
    cherwarshawski Posts: 4 Member
    Hello, I'm new and have decided to lose weight healthfully. I am on medications that cause weight gain, and I am heavier than I have ever been.
  • emilytbrock21
    emilytbrock21 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi! I've been on this app a few times in the past but had a hard time following through and sticking to a routine. I'm trying to make it stick this time because I'm getting married next year! I bought my dress a size up then my current dress size so in case I gain weight the dress will still fit. I've recently decided that I want to lose weight and take in the dress so that I feel confident and sexy on my wedding day. Fingers crossed!
  • EliteFitAtl
    EliteFitAtl Posts: 3 Member
    You have a lot of time to get ready. You can do it Emily you deserve it you are worth it!!! This time will be different have faith we got your back. You are about to make the rest of your life the best of your life. Those wedding pictures will be so beautiful and those memories will last for ever. If my wife and I could do it you and your future hubby can do it too. You are not average You are ELITE Born for greatness 2021 will be different for you... this year you will go into the year with RESULTS and no health or fitness resolutions, and Feeling extra confident and Sexy in that little wedding dress!!! We got your back check your DM I have some Free ELITE Resources that will help you stay accountable, motivated, and empowered!

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