Slow approach, healty eating, no "fancy diet programs"

LaReine001248

Hello people!

I have a GARMIN-device and it suggested to count calories... so here I am. Looking for friends for support, new ideas and motivation.

I love cooking; mostly veggies and salads Also pancakes

I am in a desk-job and getting a new degree. Exams in november. So there is a lot of anxiety coming from that situation.

I would like to lose about 20 pounds, going very slowly. 0.5 pounds a week (?)
I do daily gymnastics for my back. Had surgery last year. I am very bad at cardio and would like to improve that. So if anyone has suggestions how to start at 0 endurance...?

Looking forward to your friend requests

sugaraddict4321

Welcome to the MFP Community. If you only have 20 pounds to lose, 0.5 pounds per week is a perfectly acceptable goal.

If you're just starting out, take a look at this thread:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10300331/most-helpful-posts-getting-started-must-reads#latest
It's a list of the "most helpful" threads, as recommended by members of the community

In terms of exercise and endurance, you might find some helpful info in our Fitness & Exercise section:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/categories/fitness-and-exercise