Greetings!

GhyslaineSmeall

Hello everyone!
I had never heard of myfitnesspal until two of my very good friends introduced me to it last night. They are doing amazingly well and I am so proud of their accomplishments and now I want to follow in their footsteps. I was just about to sign up for the WW App that seems quite similar to this but now that this was brought to my attention, I have decided to give MFP a try. I am looking forward to the journey. I have been on a rollercoaster ride since the birth of my first born 19 years ago and just can't seem to shake those last 20 pounds off. I temporarily lose 10 and then it creeps back on. I know what I need to do and how to do it but I think this additional boost and support group is what I need. Looking forward to learning the ropes here. Onward and upward.

AbsolutelyAnnie

Welcome! I think you will like the tools and community you will find here on myfitnesspal (MFP).

A couple of things that have helped me considerably. First is to use the food/exercise diary like a boss! Seriously, log everything. In fact, I always try to pre-log my food so I don't have to make decisions through out the day or try to remember what I've eaten. I will often do this a couple of days in advance, which also helps with my grocery shopping. Bonus!

Second, friends. This is my second time around here and I cannot tell you the difference having MFP friends has made in my experience and in my results. I have managed to create a network of wonderfully supportive people who offer encouragement, advice, and truth telling. Sending you a friend request. As you read your news feed and forums and see comments from people who seem to have similar goals and values, send them a friend request. Accept every request you receive. I went super stealth underground my first time around and I believe it was to my detriment. This time my motto is , "The more the merrier!"

Welcome, welcome, welcome. Best of luck to you.