Hi! I'm Jake. I've never tried this

joynerjake2014
joynerjake2014 Posts: 5 Member
edited November 22 in Introduce Yourself
Hellooooo. I have no idea if anyone will actually read this, but does this app help anyone stay accountable? My biggest flaw is that I will keep up with my diet for about two weeks, then fall out of it. It usually takes me about a week to pick it back up but strict dieting is something I plan on being a part of. Exercise is no problem, I stay quite athletic but I need to lose about 30 lbs. Thank y'all for reading!

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  • melanie_005
    melanie_005 Posts: 154 Member
    I think it does but you also have to make sure you log all your food. This app is very motivating so you should not have a problem sticking to it. You can add me as a friend if you would like.
  • haemchi
    haemchi Posts: 6 Member
    Hi, I'm new too. So far the app has helped me to realize my eating habit flaws and help me stay aware of things I want to avoid. I joined (hopefully get accepted) a November redemption challenge to clean eat for the whole month of November.
  • rheddmobile
    rheddmobile Posts: 6,840 Member
    It definitely helped me! I suggest instead of strict dieting that you start by logging everything you eat normally for a week, then look at your diary to get an idea of your eating habits. Then make the changes you need to stay at a small calorie deficit. With only 30 lbs to lose, you should be aiming for a weight loss of no more than a pound a week. Don't be impatient, you will have to eat right for the rest of your life if you don't want to regain the weight by doing what caused you to gain it in the first place. Trying to diet too strictly is the most common cause of failure.

    The great thing about tracking is that it allows you to relax, knowing exactly how much you can eat, instead of worrying all the time. You can eat anything you want as long as it fits your calories.
  • MeechyLA
    MeechyLA Posts: 159 Member
    Welcome! The app is great, the MFP community is priceless :smile: Stay active here and you'll get all the support you need to achieve your goals. For me, I tried and failed many times before finally hitting my stride. It's ok to stumble, the only people who fail are those that don't try again the next day.
  • Dreamtime407
    Dreamtime407 Posts: 10 Member
    Hey, I am new too. I have been tracking for a month. I think the idea given of first tracking your normal eating is insightful. I am just starting to read the community posts. It truly does make me feel -not alone. I too can last about 2 weeks then I give up for a day or two then back at it. I lasted almost the whole month of October. I have 30 pounds to lose too. I hope you feel supported. P
  • joynerjake2014
    joynerjake2014 Posts: 5 Member
    melanie_005 wrote: »
    I think it does but you also have to make sure you log all your food. This app is very motivating so you should not have a problem sticking to it. You can add me as a friend if you would like.
    I am going to give it a try. Logging food is fun, honestly. I like seeing my nutrition on paper. I'll go ahead and do that!
  • joynerjake2014
    joynerjake2014 Posts: 5 Member
    haemchi wrote: »
    Hi, I'm new too. So far the app has helped me to realize my eating habit flaws and help me stay aware of things I want to avoid. I joined (hopefully get accepted) a November redemption challenge to clean eat for the whole month of November.
    I'm glad it has helped you! Eating is something we all must give intense care. I hope all goes well with your month, just keep on rolling!

  • joynerjake2014
    joynerjake2014 Posts: 5 Member
    pchughes407 wrote: »
    Hey, I am new too. I have been tracking for a month. I think the idea given of first tracking your normal eating is insightful. I am just starting to read the community posts. It truly does make me feel -not alone. I too can last about 2 weeks then I give up for a day or two then back at it. I lasted almost the whole month of October. I have 30 pounds to lose too. I hope you feel supported. P

    I do feel supported! Good luck with your battle with food. 30 lbs is no easy feat, but it is not hard either. I used to weigh 290 lbs and then I got to 200 now back up to 220. Its not as bad as you'd think.
  • joynerjake2014
    joynerjake2014 Posts: 5 Member
    MeechyLA wrote: »
    Welcome! The app is great, the MFP community is priceless :smile: Stay active here and you'll get all the support you need to achieve your goals. For me, I tried and failed many times before finally hitting my stride. It's ok to stumble, the only people who fail are those that don't try again the next day.
    I'm hoping to stay truthful to this app, it seems much easier to use than my old one, which I can't even remember the name of haha. That is very true, and I'm a fighter for sure so hopefully this new Keto diet will work out.
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