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It wasn't a dumb post. I think a lot of us started digging around the forums in order to find help/guidance/support. The problem is, there's a limit here to how much assistance a bunch of Internet strangers can provide. You might find someone who's willing to be an accountability partner and give you some advice, but the problem is that person isn't going to know your life story, your medical history, your eating habits, or your desire to exercise.

I don't know if this is economically feasible (because admittedly, this is a benefit I receive just from working where I do), but is there any way to get in contact with a licensed or (preferrably) degreed dietician where you are? They can provide that level of help. They're expensive, but if you can buy a few sessions, a good one will squeeze in what help they can.

rabbitjb wrote: »

Pound_Destroyer wrote: »

I am a 37 year old male, sitting here at 310 pounds. Looking for someone to review my macros and calories on a daily basis and give me tips/pointers. Looking for someone to set up goals for me. Someone who I can call or email daily with questions, and maybe a weekly consult on how we did this week. Please contact me!

You know you have to do this for yourself right? And you don't really need your hand holding

so here's what you do

Start weighing and logging your food to your MFP daily defecit

Learn how to double check the MFP database entries against packs and other websites to confirm the calorie counts

Start there for a couple of weeks and see how you go adjusting the foods you choose to ensure you don't get too hungry

You can look at macros later on

Just take it in steps

Step 1: Start logging

It's really this easy to start. You can fine tune later.

I get it, dude. You look at the scale or the mirror and realise that you've got to fix what you see, ASAP, and you have no idea how to start. People are waving fliers for Slimming World and Weight Watchers and HerbaLife at you and they all claim to be the BEST WAY EVAR TO LOSE WEIGHT but other people are telling you they're a load of rubbish and don't work. Counting calories can be difficult when your math is terrible, and even if your math is fine it's stressful and every brand is different an then you've got those people who tell you calories don't even matter. The thought of walking into a gym as a beginner makes you want to sink into the floor. It makes you feel totally at sea.

The guys here are fab. They can definitely give you a few pointers to help you get started. You know now from what others have said that the leg work, if you want lasting results and a complete lifestyle overhaul, will have to be put in by your own self - by weighing and recording, building up exercise at your own pace, making sure to constantly challenge yourself while being careful not to cause yourself injury (low impact exercises might help you in the beginning - google is your friend for ideas on these). Get advice, by all means - from your doctor, a registered dietician, or a trainer if you feel you would benefit from these. By discovering what methods work best for you personally, and adapting your lifestyle to make your body work for you, you can, over time, become an expert on yourself. How empowering would that feel?

Still, definitely use MFP to log intake and exercise (as hard as it is, log it as honestly as possible so you can properly keep track) and talk to its forum members. Even though most of us aren't experts or professionals in this field, we're always here to provide general advice, share our experiences, and offer support and tips when you want to talk about where you're at. There's always someone around to talk you up when you're feeling discouraged, and to congratulate you on your successes.

Good luck!