Day 1 on MFP. What should I know about that isn't obvious?

Wow, waaay more responses than I was expecting. Thanks everyone!

Ness8411 - YES! You're totally correct. I tend to forget those things when I shouldn't.

cole_carter - I noticed that! This is the only setup I've seen that does that.

amnsetie - You're correct. I know how to diet and exercise properly. I've just been too lazy for too long. Depression and demotivation suck hard. Thank you for the excellent site tips...and taking the time to investigate me before commenting.

usmcmp - It's most excellent to know that the search functions actually work on this site.

johnnydubroy - This is going to sound completely strange, but...hot pockets. They'll fill you up, give you all the greasy feel-good-ness, but are usually between 500-600 calories for two. Just be careful not to depend on them. They're usually high in fat and sodium. Also, sandwiches on "good" bread will fill you up pretty fast. Just be careful what you're putting on them. If you're specifically talking about recipes and such for the food diary section, then no, I'm not too familiar with it.

whatascene - Glad to know I picked the right choice. 1 pound a week. Yes, exercise helps burn calories and MFP can calculate it. I also wouldn't dream of calculating in the time I spend doing menial things like walking into work from my car. Thanks for the luck! Right back at you!

rcockrell6 - Starvation mode is a slowing of the metabolism as shown in the link directly below yours. There are ways to delay the crash in your BMR. I've seen caffeine used before. That can be dangerous though. If you haven't read that link you really should. It could have been used in a health textbook.

2hobbit1 - That link is gold. I know most of the information on it, and the stuff I'm not sure on I'll have to reread. My biggest problem is taking what I know and applying it to my fat, lazy butt.

funkyspunky87 - If you're familiar with it, you just described the tortoise and the hare analogy with dieting. Crash dieting also tends to lead to gaining even more weight when you stop. Slow and steady wins the race. Also, good luck with your fight with bulimia. Eating disorders can be just as dangerous and obesity.

donyellemoniq - Yes, I understand the concept. My problem is I eat WAY more, and weigh more.

AmyFett - Yes, they are. I'm on them when I could be riding a bike or having a jog.

funkyspunky87 - Thanks again! All that except the scooby link was in the link from 2hobbit1. I'll have to check out the scooby link.

pamelad77 - I understand. If everyone was on top of their game when it came to fitness we probably wouldn't be here, would we? Sticking to it is definitely where I've been falling short.

MarieWalley - I've never heard it said as body temperature. I'll have to do some research on that. Thanks.

katamus - Gotcha. (Note: Take katamus as potential troublemaker. )

tlnurse - This is what's known as post tagging or bookmarking. It's a fairly common forum tactic. Most forums will have a way you can go back to the posts you've made recently. I'm glad to know it works here too.

Helloitsdan - NO! Props to YOU! Seriously, you could write a book. No gimmicks, just facts.

christinehowa - As with anything, never accept a single source as gospel. I hear you loud and clear.

KimiSkeens - And to expand on that... When you feel hungry drink a glass of water and wait 10 minutes. If you're still hungry then you should eat. Frequently your body can confuse thirst for hunger.

historygirldd - Mmm, motivation. I needs it. I'll be sure to check on those when I start to falter. Charts can make things look better than you think they are.

Edit: Lol, more people slipped in as I was commenting.

needamulligan - There really are some days where I could use a mulligan. And I'll take your answers to heart. I really need to stick to it.

junodog1 - Group focus? Could you elaborate more on the groups?

Okay, I think I got everyone. Thanks to everyone for the great advise and even greater welcome. I hope to lose as much as many of you already have.

Eat more in smaller portions to maintain a higher metabolism and lose weight through the bell curve. Approximately 200-500 calories a sitting in three to five sittings a day.

I think I said that right.

For God's sake, before you post ANYTHING in the forums, use that nifty little search function above the dialog box. ^^

And never... EVER... ask how to get a thigh gap, or spot reduce, or if you should eat back your exercise calories... I could go on and on.

Simply put, discretion and brevity are your only friends in the community tab.

Sounds like you've fallen victim to the dreaded "google it yourself" reply.

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What's a spot reduce?

*ducks*

Edit: Holy cow! 106 lbs lost!?!?! That's like...a whole person!

Be careful in the forums.. There are some troublemakers. :devil:

Stay away from girls like these with nice default pictures.

Thanks for the advice, but I got nothing to worry about with an internet flirt. I'm old, fat and married. All bark, no bite.