Is there anything I should be wary of here?
lorib642
Posts: 1,942 Member
I am not clicking on the obvious spam and ignoring the sales posts but is there anything I should be careful about? thanks
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People who think they are experts. Cleanses/detox recommendations. Eating 1200 calories.
Check out the pinned posts and you'll already be well on your way!0 -
Thank you. Yes, the pinned posts are very helpful. I keep re-reading.0
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Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.0
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Mean people.0
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Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.
How do I know if they are after my wallet? When they ask me for cash?0 -
Mean people.
Yeah, I wish I had thicker skin.0 -
Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.
How do I know if they are after my wallet? When they ask me for cash?
People that recommend "plans" that cost $$. There is no cost to eating a deficit and exercise (besides the actual food, obviously). Stuff like BeachBody, Shakeology, BBV, etc0 -
Yes, not tracking your food properly.0
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Anyone who begins any post with three paragraphs about their expertise and success, is associated with a "product" or "system", or says they have a "easy", "foolproof", or "fast" shortcut for losing weight or getting fit is probably looking to, as they say, monetize the relationship.
As in real life, if it sounds too good too be true, it is.0 -
Those pushing weight training over cardio for weightloss.
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Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.
How do I know if they are after my wallet? When they ask me for cash?
People that recommend "plans" that cost $$. There is no cost to eating a deficit and exercise (besides the actual food, obviously). Stuff like BeachBody, Shakeology, BBV, etc
Youll be able to tell,,,their post will be big inspirational stories but come off sounding what they are...advertisements.0 -
Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.
How do I know if they are after my wallet? When they ask me for cash?
People that recommend "plans" that cost $$. There is no cost to eating a deficit and exercise (besides the actual food, obviously). Stuff like BeachBody, Shakeology, BBV, etc
Youll be able to tell,,,their post will be big inspirational stories but come off sounding what they are...advertisements.
Thank you
I don't know how to multi-quote, but yes, I know not tracking properly is an issue, too.0 -
FRIENDS on MFP
do your thing, count your calories, get motivated by real people in real life. good luck 0 -
FRIENDS on MFP do your thing, count your calories, get motivated by real people in real life. good luck
You mean I have to get off the computer and move and interact and stuff?0 -
Anyone who claims to be a coach or fitness expert. There are people here who genuinely are trainers and know their stuff, and you can figure out who they are pretty easily, plus they help people out here all the time and respond in the forums. Basically, if you need to PM, send a FR, or join a group here or outside of MFP to interact with them, they're selling something and probably don't know what they are talking about.
Pills, cleanses, detoxes - just no.
Anyone who claims a certain style of eating is best. A calorie deficit is needed to lose weight. How you choose to eat to get that deficit is up to you and what works best for your lifestyle. You do not need to cut out certain foods to lose weight (unless you have a medical condition, in which case you should be discussing your diet with your doctor and not internet strangers anyway).
Anyone who encourages unhealthy weight loss practices like low calorie diets, excessive exercise, or other practices which shun common sense. Not only is their advice silly and unnecessary, they often have disordered eating patterns, poor relationships with food, and distorted body image issues.
Anyone who has dedicated their entire focus to being fit and healthy. Exercise is good. A balanced diet is good. Having fitness related hobbies (running races, lifting, recreational sports, etc) is good. Being insufferable about it to the point where friends and family don't want to be around you is not. These are generally the people who start threads complaining about how other people eat or how everyone around them is jealous.0 -
Sugar toxins0
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No, I am saying there is a lot of envy here. The more you lose, the more you see. Good luck.0
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Watch out for "flame throwers." These are people who belittle others. Ignore the meanies, and pay attention to meeting your goals. I let MPF set my calories goals for me, and managed to lose weight. Other people are fans of BMI planning. Both systems work for those who actually count their calories and exercise. Be patient. This system works well but not quickly.0
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Watch out for the "coaches" and distributors. They only offer support in hopes that you will support their bank account.
How do I know if they are after my wallet? When they ask me for cash?
NVM, the mods deleted it already.
They ask if you want to join challenges, buy wraps or shake powders and sometimes the really bold ones will ask if they can send you a friend request on Facebook so they can freely advertise to you on there.0 -
There are some meanies on here, so just ignore them. 0
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Sodium. It's MFP kryptonite0
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For the most part, people here are nice and encouraging. Important to remember that what works for one person might not work for another.
There are some people who take it too seriously or have unhealthy ideas about weight loss, but you'll be able to spot them and they are easy to ignore. I haven't lost enough to see the jealous people here (at least not on MFP, which is why I congregate here instead of "real life.")0 -
I'm just gonna leave this right here.
Read these:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1217573-so-you-want-to-start-running
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13
TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Excuses??? http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2014/06/02/the-no-excuses-play-like-a-champion-challenge/
If you have 75+ lbs to lose 2 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 40-75 lbs to lose 1.5 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 25-40 lbs to lose 1 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 15 -25 lbs to lose 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week is ideal
If you have less than 15 lbs to lose 0.5 lbs/week is ideal
Want to lift heavy things?
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/
Stronglifts Summary
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary
Stronglifts Womens Group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women0 -
The incredible amount of sarcasm, and of course, trolls like me. :bigsmile:0
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Squirrels.0
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The incredible amount of sarcasm, and of course, trolls like me. :bigsmile: 0
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Apparently sarcasm and anyone who might disagree with you and express that differing opinion. I hear it's deadly.I am not clicking on the obvious spam and ignoring the sales posts but is there anything I should be careful about? thanks0 -
Anyone who claims to be a coach or fitness expert. There are people here who genuinely are trainers and know their stuff, and you can figure out who they are pretty easily, plus they help people out here all the time and respond in the forums. Basically, if you need to PM, send a FR, or join a group here or outside of MFP to interact with them, they're selling something and probably don't know what they are talking about.
Pills, cleanses, detoxes - just no.
Anyone who claims a certain style of eating is best. A calorie deficit is needed to lose weight. How you choose to eat to get that deficit is up to you and what works best for your lifestyle. You do not need to cut out certain foods to lose weight (unless you have a medical condition, in which case you should be discussing your diet with your doctor and not internet strangers anyway).
Anyone who encourages unhealthy weight loss practices like low calorie diets, excessive exercise, or other practices which shun common sense. Not only is their advice silly and unnecessary, they often have disordered eating patterns, poor relationships with food, and distorted body image issues.
Anyone who has dedicated their entire focus to being fit and healthy. Exercise is good. A balanced diet is good. Having fitness related hobbies (running races, lifting, recreational sports, etc) is good. Being insufferable about it to the point where friends and family don't want to be around you is not. These are generally the people who start threads complaining about how other people eat or how everyone around them is jealous.
This sums it all up.
I read the forums constantly but you have to learn to sift through the BS and find the people who really know what they're talking about. When you find them, follow them. Their knowledge is invaluable.0 -
I'm just gonna leave this right here.
Read these:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here?hl=so+you're+new+here
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1217573-so-you-want-to-start-running
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/974888-in-place-of-a-road-map-2k13
TL:DR the link right above this one then ->http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/975025-in-place-of-a-road-map-short-n-sweet
Excuses??? http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2014/06/02/the-no-excuses-play-like-a-champion-challenge/
If you have 75+ lbs to lose 2 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 40-75 lbs to lose 1.5 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 25-40 lbs to lose 1 lbs/week is ideal
If you have 15 -25 lbs to lose 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week is ideal
If you have less than 15 lbs to lose 0.5 lbs/week is ideal
Want to lift heavy things?
http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2011/07/21/meet-staci-your-new-powerlifting-super-hero/
Stronglifts Summary
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/560459-stronglifts-5x5-summary
Stronglifts Womens Group
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/4601-stronglifts-5x5-for-women
Thank you0 -
a difference of opinion and/or stating factual information that may go against another users beliefs is often misconstrued as "bullying". butthurt runs rampant in these parts. oftentimes, when someone poses a question, they are not actually looking for answers, but just validation.
the forums are loaded with derp. enjoy the ride!0
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