When to post success on social networks?

I posted just before I hit my goal and again when I hit my goal.

I probably won't post anymore updates about my challenges or goals because this milestone was one that I didn't even think I'd reach, so anything beyond here is just a 'personal' goal.

Post what you want, when you want. If anyone dislikes it, *delete*

I posted a picture of myself with my tummy showing and two thumbs up after 20 lbs. I haven't lost any more, but since then I've gained muscle. Next time I do it, I'll have visible muscles and abs.

THANK YOU ALL for you input! The only reason I am a bit skiddish about posting on fb is because, I have seen more than one friend post that they were tired of seeing weight loss related posts. One guy went as far as saying he didn't want to know everytime someone worked out or what they ate; he wanted to see results!!! That has been my main reason for not making an official post. I have made vague comments on others posts, but never about what exercise I'm doing, how much I've lost, or what I've had for a meal or snack. I can understand both sides (the annoyance of over posting and how it is inspirational).
Most of the people that are important in my lfe do know about my success and progress, but I do have family and close friends that live several hours away.
It looks like I should create a personal private fitness page just for those that will truly care and then wait I reach my ultimate goal for everyone else...

If you feel you should post it, then by all means, you should. And like someone else said, it could very well motivate others to do the same. Those who gripe about it most are usually the ones who refuse to take their health serious. Congrats btw, you look great! Keep up the good work!

I wouldn't post it on facebook personally. Every other week somebody I know posts about how they're "hitting the gym today!" and then never goes back or "lost 15 pounds!" and then two weeks last complaining how out of shape they are again. I guess seeing fitness posts on facebook can get annoying (for me) and I just keep it completely separate by using MFP.

Just post pictures of yourself every now and then and people will notice. Any other way just feels like fishing for compliments in my opinion.. but I'm also the kind of person that gets freaked out/embarassed when somebody outside of MFP notices my weight loss.

My entire journey is on FB even my starting weight...I post every week and have posted before and after pics...depending on your friends...mine are extremely supportive and give suggestions on workouts and such

I post almost weekly... my friends there are really motivational for me plus I feel way more accountable when people are watching lol. Also I have inspired at least a half a dozen friends to start a weight loss journey including my partners parents who have both lost a bunch now too... I think it depends on the type of person you are ... for me I am very open about it.

I'm the same way. I post every time I lose 5 lbs. I just did 30 Day Shred & posted daily. It's a great tool for me to hold myself accountable, my friends are great & super encouraging. I've also inspired a lot of people to start their own journey. Because of all the people I've inspired, I know I can never quit, stop, give up. I'd be disappointing a lot of people.

Personally, I think you should feel free to share the things that are important with you on your own facebook page. That is your own network of people, and if they don't want to share in your successes or what makes you happy, then let them block your page. I always think it's funny that people think others should alter their facebook content because some may not want to read the updates. Like others said, the unsubscribe button is there for a reason... those who are genuinely interested in your accomplishments will support you.

I actually love seeing posts from others trying to better themselves in small or large ways, and I want to be able to support them in the effort as well as the accomplishment. I enjoy watching their journey, I like seeing their struggles & setbacks as well, because it reminds me that we all stumble on our path, we just have to remember to get back up. My facebook page is filled with family, close friends and some I have never even met, but the ones I spend the most time connecting with are the ones posting about animal rights/rescue efforts, healthy eating & recipe sharing, trying to get & stay in shape... To others we probably seem boring as all hell, but "our" facebook experience is what we are there to gain from & what we make of it, and is enjoyable to us because we don't hold back on sharing too much of ourselves for fear of others not wanting to see it.

I made one post that basically admitted that I regained weight back and a couple of side-by-side picture posts showing the progress. I am pretty much in maintenance now so I won't be posting about it much, but I don't see anything wrong with it either.

I still haven't! There is a good possibility some may not even know I've lost any at all! LOL I have posted a few pictures but I have at min 75lbs to go still. If the are close enough they see it but otherwise I doubt they notice since most of the photos I've shared are face/upper body.