MFP is expensive!

ChickenmommaMich

Since joining MFP three weeks ago I've bought a heart rate monitor, myotape, digital body scale, food scale, and protein powder! I'm not complaining, I'm actually thrilled! This is the first time in the 5 years that I've been trying to lose weight, that I've actually seen the scale move in the right direction! It's due to all the helpful posts I've read on the forums here. I've learned about BMR, TDEE and the importance of strength training. So all in all, I'm very thankful to MFP and the helpful and supportive people on here.

PS - Since I'm kind of new here, does anyone want to be my friend I'm vegetarian so it would be helpful to have other vegetarian/vegan friends. I welcome anyone's "friendship" regardless of diet however.

dth256

I'm not a vegetarian, but am looking for friends! I sent you a request.

ttiiggzz

I love it when people get me to click because of their subject lines!

I have to agree... because of a fitbit, more accurate scale for measure and other sundry kitchen gadgets.

grimendale

Check out the Happy Herbivores group. There are a lot of v*gans on here.

xxmarysmxx

You're not wrong. I've never heard of Fitbit before in my life! Now I must have one. Maybe for my b-day.

justal313

wait until you need smaller clothes, better sneakers because you've started running, smaller clothes than that, a new belt, fitness apps for your phone, smaller clothes and maybe some dumb bells for at home and still smaller clothes.

BattleTaxi

LOL!!! I just ordered a HRM, too! I already had a FitBit! But it is the best investment I have ever made!

mytabouly

Ill be going vegan during September so you can add me if you like

ChickenmommaMich

Yes, I'm thinking a fitbit might be in my future (once I save up some more money!) and possibly some new clothes. I really like my current work clothes, so those will be hard to let go of. A belt however will extend their life a bit. I've already lost a pant size! It's not enough to make my pants fall down, but enough to make them feel roomy and comfortable

Velum_cado

Wow, the only thing I've bought since joining is a HRM.

michelejoann

I bought shoes, which need replaced since my mud run . Have not gotten a FitBit, though.

bwright9752

wait until you need smaller clothes, better sneakers because you've started running, smaller clothes than that, a new belt, fitness apps for your phone, smaller clothes and maybe some dumb bells for at home and still smaller clothes.

I had to read that post twice, I was trying to figure out what you needed dumb bells for. Is he so skinny he has to wear bells so people here him coming? Did he tie the bells to his fridge or pantry to ring everytime he opens the door? Oh wait he meant dumbbells not dumb bells - now i get it.

sozisraw

Already wore out the new food scale! Taken 2 sacks of clothes to the charity shops! Paid for pt lessons to learn correct technique for heavy lifting! Vegi /vegan here , request sent!

Melo1966

Thanks alot. I didn't know what myotape was so I googled it now I want to buy that.

Have a fun journey spending money.:flowerforyou:

beckywilliams1967

I'm not vegetarian but always happy to make new friends

bcattoes

Since joining MFP three weeks ago I've bought a heart rate monitor, myotape, digital body scale, food scale, and protein powder!

I've been here for 2+ years and never heard of myotape. What is that?

I do have a digital body scale and tried protein powder, but it was too expensive and constipated me so I cut that out. No HRM or food scale, though I am thinking about a Fitbit Flex.

FitCurlysue

HAHA I was about to ask if you were crazy---it's free afterall But I get what you mean. While it doesn't take all that much to lose weight there are things in life to add to your weight loss journey that may make the loss happen faster or a little easier (Fitbit, HRM, cleaning out the kitchen). I personally don't know what I'd do without a HRM and used to think it was only for athletes...now I laugh because it's an everyday part of my life every time I participate in an active workout!

Edit: I also had never heard of a myotape. But to be honest, those things are not reliable very much. Unless you really know how to use them well, and some personal trainers don't even know how to use them well and consistently in the correct way, you might get a false reading. You'd be better off getting a metabolic test or going to a place that actually tests for body fat. Otherwise, just measure with a measuring tape!

mamajenny2

Eating healthy and staying healthy is definitely more expensive than the alternative! :-) I only bought a HRM and some protein powder that I use here and there for now, but I am so glad that I have both. :-) I have a cheap food scale that I bought probably 10-12 years ago, but it does the job...
Great job on best wishes on your journey!!! I couldn't live without MFP!! :-)

holliebevineau

I have bought a HRM, digital scale, tape measure, runtastic app, proper running shoes, arm band for my phone( for running) and several cute outfits to run in.

I am happier, healthier, sexier, more confident and 22lbs lighter.

I love MFP.

zcarpenter91

Haha yea, I hear ya. Accessories can be quite expensive, but I have definitely learned that they are worth it

P.S. We can never have too many friends, sent you a request

emjaycazz

It's quite expensive.

Thanks to MFP, I now need an UP band (but I can get a great discount on them).

Also, I need a power rack for our basement gym (I have the SL 5x5 women's group to thank for that).

And finally, I need more compression shorts because I'm rocking the hell out of the pairs I currently have.

MizTerry

And here all I bought was shoes and yoga pants that were on sale.

I'm the oddball out I reckon.

joaniej75

ok what is a fitbit? I must Google now!

Artemiris

Hello, I'm vegetarian as well, feel free to add me.

Edit: I forgot to add that, the most expensive thing for me has been the food. I went from spending 20 euro a week, to 50.

MyaPapaya75

I buy sneakers when needed and a HRM...that's it....welcome to MFP

pseudomuffin

:laugh: This is so me! HRM, digital scale, kettlebells, a salad spinner, better supplements, all of the healthy foods & snacks...

Hildy_J

Feel free to add me - looks like you're committed. Good stuff. Jenny x

marcvandenberg

Soon U must spend loads of money on new clothes, so be prepared.

alexveksler

I will put it this way: no matter how much you pay for your accessories and foods, it is an investment into your own health. And it is a whole lot cheaper than a heart surgery and meds you would have to take to keep yourself alive. For me, personally moving from size 38 into a size 29 blue jeans at the age of 51 is a good problem to have.

candifeola

lol agreed

ChickenmommaMich

You definitely do not need all that to be successful with MFP. I didn't have any of it to begin with and saw the scale moving down without all that stuff. I find that the accessories motivate me and make me very excited about this weight loss journey. I love exercising with my HRM and trying to keep my heart rate in the target zone. I work much harder because of it.

Every time in the past when I tried dieting, it was always a rough (read: moody) time and I dreaded stepping on the scale because it never moved much. Now with MFP and my new found knowledge, I can't wait to get on the scale Sunday mornings. I had an analog scale that worked just fine. The little lb markings were so close together that I couldn't really tell one pound from another. I bought a digital scale that measures to the .2 lb which motivates me more.

Thanks for the friend requests and good luck to all of you whatever your goals may be!