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Noob on the forum - Am I doing ok?

goonerplum
goonerplum Posts: 6
edited December 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi Guys,

Noob to this forum but have been using MFP for 38 days now. I have lost about 10 lbs so far - is that good in 38 days or should I be doing more ? I am happy with how it's going but not sure if my progress is about right ?

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  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,438 MFP Moderator
    Hi Guys,

    Noob to this forum but have been using MFP for 38 days now. I have lost about 10 lbs so far - is that good in 38 days or should I be doing more ? I am happy with how it's going but not sure if my progress is about right ?

    Its generally expected when you first start. There is a lot of water weight lost up font and then levels out. Based on your ticker you should he aiming for about 1 lb per week to help mitigate the amount of muscle loss, which is what is key to having a lean and tight body. High protein (more than mfp suggest ) will help prevent this as well.
  • Angelabec
    Angelabec Posts: 505 Member
    2lb a week sounds great to me :smile:
  • dejavu64978
    dejavu64978 Posts: 3 Member
    I've been on for about the same time you have and I'm down about 12 lbs myself :-) I don't think there is a right answer for how fast to lose weight. For instance, someone who is 400 pounds is going to lose weight faster than someone who is 200 pounds... it's science. lol
  • hpoddan
    hpoddan Posts: 16 Member
    Everyone is different and it will level off. The question is do you feel good about it? I think you're doing great!!
  • goonerplum
    goonerplum Posts: 6
    Thanks for those kind words.

    hpoddan - yeah I feel great, had to put some extra holes in my belt and some of my clothes are now hanging off me.:smile:
  • kiangel
    kiangel Posts: 246 Member
    10lbs is great , well done :)
  • ali2004
    ali2004 Posts: 8
    thats v impressive :)
  • goonerplum
    goonerplum Posts: 6
    Thanks - you guys have given me a massive boost .

    Don't really get much feed back from my family (who are either nonplussed or negative)


    Seriously thanks
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