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Getting started.....

marykaepalloni
marykaepalloni Posts: 1
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
I'm afraid to fail yet again, but here we go. I'm just not sure how I'm going to burn over 3,500 calories per day to shed 2 lbs a week. When I walk 2 miles in an hour, I only burn 400 cal. I have a bad back and the doc told me to just walk for now and don't use any machines. I did start a Zumba class one day a week, but that still won't get me to 3,500 burned cals/week. I have no idea how to do this.

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  • nikki91950
    nikki91950 Posts: 647
    when the site calculates your calorie goals for the day, it takes 500 cals away automatically for a loss of 2 pounds per week, or 250 for 1 pound per week :) don't knock it till you try it. go into with a positive attitude, and you just might be surprised by what happens :) welcome to the site, and best of luck!
  • nikki91950
    nikki91950 Posts: 647
    i know it's confusing, but new things always are. you can totally do this! feel free to message me with questions :)
  • Amarillo_NDN
    Amarillo_NDN Posts: 1,018 Member
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    Welcome to MFP, it is a great tool to help you.
  • Pedro_Infante
    Pedro_Infante Posts: 116 Member
    Hi Marky,

    Walking is a great way to start. The hardest part of exercise is showing up.
    Here are some numbers to help you out.

    1lb fat = 3500 cals.
    Example: Diet 250 cal deficit + Walking 250 cal deficit = 500 dialy * 7 days = equals 3500 calorie deficit or 1lb a week.

    Girl! Just from your walking your already there! You can do this!
  • beedezra
    beedezra Posts: 14
    Hi marykae, welcome to MFP! you have got great friends & supporters here to help you out ya, by logging on to MFP & add your diary & set your goals, TAKE A STEP AT A TIME! YOU CAN DO IT! Have to believe in yourself.
    Start writting down affirmations about yourself & confess them every day positively, it works for me!
    I have lost 1.6kg since i started MFP 7oct. It was hard in the beginning, but my effort in keeping to my daily calorie intake & exercising at least 3times a week has shown results. a new journey & a great view fro the top.
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