New to myfitnesspal and I already need a kick up the...

kayleigh_1988
kayleigh_1988 Posts: 3
edited November 11 in Introduce Yourself
So, I've been using myfitnesspal for 16 days now and the last week or so, I have gone over my calorie goal 6 times! I don't know why but I just seem to keep losing my willpower :( I end up feeling 'too tired' to go to the gym and just veg out in front of the t.v and eating chocolate!

I started off so well, going to the gym and eating 1300 or just under and I ended up losing 4.8 pounds in 2 weeks. I'm wondering if someone can take on the task of setting me a target which requires me to update you every day....? It might work towards me rekindling the motivation and willpower I already seem to have lost :(
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  • rrrbecca11
    rrrbecca11 Posts: 477
    Not to be rude, and I know what you are saying, but YOU have to take on your own responsibility or this will never work. It is tough for everybody. We are here to support one another but not to hold each other accountable. That is something only you can do for yourself if you are to be successful.

    Best of luck. :)
  • 2012dancingqueen
    2012dancingqueen Posts: 58 Member
    So, I've been using myfitnesspal for 16 days now and the last week or so, I have gone over my calorie goal 6 times! I don't know why but I just seem to keep losing my willpower :( I end up feeling 'too tired' to go to the gym and just veg out in front of the t.v and eating chocolate!

    I started off so well, going to the gym and eating 1300 or just under and I ended up losing 4.8 pounds in 2 weeks. I'm wondering if someone can take on the task of setting me a target which requires me to update you every day....? It might work towards me rekindling the motivation and willpower I already seem to have lost :(

    I would be happy to help!
    Let's keep each other accountable. Add me as a friend.

    I just started too and could use the extra motivation. :)
  • ttillman19
    ttillman19 Posts: 54 Member
    It is not a fad diet. It is a change in your lifestyle. If you are anything like me...I have let my lifestyle get out of control. I was eat crap, doing nothing about getting moving, and just wondering where the pounds came on. Go easier on yourself. You, like me, just started the change of lifestyle. Feel friend to send a friend request and I will make sure to have a target for you. I started with just choosing healthier food choices. However, feel off the wagon last night when I found a can of cream cheese frosting in the fridge.
  • Cindym82
    Cindym82 Posts: 1,245 Member
    I help myself by loggin my food for the day before I even eat it to see where my goals are, and I pack my lunch for work the night before. I happen to be a planner. And sometimes some ppl just need some motivation to get them going. Add me if you like :)
  • Cindym82
    Cindym82 Posts: 1,245 Member
    It is not a fad diet. It is a change in your lifestyle. If you are anything like me...I have let my lifestyle get out of control. I was eat crap, doing nothing about getting moving, and just wondering where the pounds came on. Go easier on yourself. You, like me, just started the change of lifestyle. Feel friend to send a friend request and I will make sure to have a target for you. I started with just choosing healthier food choices. However, feel off the wagon last night when I found a can of cream cheese frosting in the fridge.

    Everyone has a "cheat" day, you have to to make this work....there's always tomorrow :)
  • michaelinee9904
    michaelinee9904 Posts: 1
    I am a newbie here and knew I had to have friends out there that would watch me daily to help me stay in line. I am on here several times a day and would love to help you get to your goal! Friend me and we can keep each other motivated! Even though yes we are responisble for only ourselves, it helps knowing someone is out there on your side.
  • lovinbeinold
    lovinbeinold Posts: 116
    I'll tell ya, you need to work out your food plan so will power isn't really your main thing that keeps you on it. If you are getting too tired too fast, could be you don't get enough calories. I get just way too tired if I go under 1300 calories, and the truth is, I still lose weight at over 1800. But I generally eat around 1400 plus, going up to 1800.

    The point is, if you are getting too tired, and you feel you can do this whole thing on will power, you need to reevaluate what you are doing, how you are eating, etc.
  • minnow54151
    minnow54151 Posts: 38 Member
    Add me if you would like.
  • rw4004
    rw4004 Posts: 157
    Hello feel free to add me.I do agree with rrrbecca you are the only one that can do this for yourself,but I can help as best as I can.Congrats on your loss!
  • tnrunningnurse
    tnrunningnurse Posts: 549 Member
    I have found that if I have plenty of fresh fruits and vegtables on hand that it is easier to stay on Target. On the weekends I generally make a fruit salad and precut veggies and put them in baggies, that way it doesn't take much work to snack on them. I also find it helpful to choose to read magazines like Women's Health and Fitness to keep me motivated....and also my addiction on Pinterest is the fitness section. Also try getting a pedometer or a fitbit to keep track of your steps...great motivator. Add me as a friend if you wish.
  • Sarahbara76
    Sarahbara76 Posts: 601 Member
    I can tell you what worked for me, everybody saying it wouldn't and I didn't need to lose weight. Now I am just toning up and giving up my candy ( LOL saw you on that post too sour candies are the best!!) increasing my protein and trying to keep the weight right where it is. I care and I will tell you to eat fruit instead of candy for sure!
  • kayleigh_1988
    kayleigh_1988 Posts: 3
    I understand that I am the only one who is responsible and I have come a long way in recognising that. So much of my time was spent moaning to friends and family about how chubby I was bla bla bla. I think by asking you guys for help, I am setting myself a challenge. For some weird reason, I thrive on the fact that I have to prove myself to someone and meet targets. At the end of the day, if I go over my calories or don't go to the gym, I feel bad but I get over it. At least if I think 'ooooh I've got to prove myself to so and so because they will be checking up on me...' it really does help. I just need the extra push! Any ideas for targets people?

    Thanks to those who have offered their help :)
  • pdworkman
    pdworkman Posts: 1,342 Member
    What is your calorie goal? It sounds like it might be too low. If you are eating 1000 calories less than you used to, you're setting yourself up for failure. Make sure your goal is reasonable. Better to lose slowly and keep it off than to make yourself miserable and give up.
  • whitcrater
    whitcrater Posts: 1
    I just started using this site because I was curious about my calorie intake. I'm very into fitness and healthy and consider myself a good eater. I've recently changed up my diet and have noticed a huge difference in the way I feel and my energy level. I only snack on fruit, veggies, nuts, and yogurt and I try to eat 3-5 small meals a day. I'm cutting back on portion size and drinking as much water as I can a day. Feek free to add me a a friend! We can keep each other on track!
  • carriecarrot
    carriecarrot Posts: 70 Member
    When you're too tired to go to the gym. Don't! Just go do something else that doesn't involve food... reading a book, shopping (for clothes/perfume/make up etc, not food! lol), enjoy a diet soda... Make that time for your hobbies... it will burn you calories although not as much as going to the gym would but.. it's definitely better than eating chocolate in from of the tube.
  • LittleMissNerdy
    LittleMissNerdy Posts: 792 Member
    I know what you mean. I actually first joined a year ago, used the site for awhile and then just faded. But now I'm back and focused. Try setting a goal besides just the weight loss. Do you have a vacation or event coming up that you want to look extra good for? Try using that as a motivator!

    Feel free to add me! Same for everyone else here! :)
  • Barbwhitmore
    Barbwhitmore Posts: 15
    I was in the same boat as you at week three, then I started recruiting friends to join and found a new motivation also bought a fitbit "Boy does that help". All the advice you have gotten is good.
    Do this for you!
    Funny enough my dog is a big motivator. After taking him for a walk after work consistently for two weeks I tried to cut out one night and he acted like I was punishing him. If I got even remotely close to his leash he would spin in circles so happy. I ended up taking him that night and every night since. LOL I'm 5 weeks and counting!
  • MoooveOverFluffy
    MoooveOverFluffy Posts: 398 Member
    GOOD READ...

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/waterwing/view/i-want-it-so-bad-214899
  • 06fusion4us
    06fusion4us Posts: 24
    I got ya!!!! Keep trying.
  • pattan59801
    pattan59801 Posts: 142
    Thats a great idea...Thanks...I will try the log ahead and stick with what I put in..........Thanks again
  • rachellegarza
    rachellegarza Posts: 7
    I'm right with you! My husband has been paying for a gym membership for me since I had my son 8 months ago and have yet to set foot in it. I feel like I have valid excuses, work all day, come home and straighten up the house, feed family, take care of the kids needs, then off to bed. The only time I would really have is at lunch. For those of you that work out at lunch, how do you get everything done and back at work not stinking within an hour??
  • tstawicki
    tstawicki Posts: 61 Member
    If you can handle having chocolate in your house, allow for it in your daily totals. Some how denying your favorite things makes you crave it more so then you over indulge in it, Remember you are" in training" and will learn things about yourself as you go through the journey.
    Don't give up set your self a small goal of say 5 pounds this month and really pay attention to giving yourself enough protein and fiber throughout the day because it will keep you fuller and less chance to over eat.
    You may add me too!
  • kbleers
    kbleers Posts: 2
    I know how you feel, over the past month I have been working out regularly, but it isn't showing up on the scale. I need to drastically change my diet.
  • AllanMisner
    AllanMisner Posts: 4,140 Member
    It seems that 1300 is not enough calories for you or you're not getting good food (protein). You should be targetting 1 - 2 lbs per week. Anything more than that and you're likely to crash (like you did).
  • laineylynnfit
    laineylynnfit Posts: 369 Member
    I'm right with you! My husband has been paying for a gym membership for me since I had my son 8 months ago and have yet to set foot in it. I feel like I have valid excuses, work all day, come home and straighten up the house, feed family, take care of the kids needs, then off to bed. The only time I would really have is at lunch. For those of you that work out at lunch, how do you get everything done and back at work not stinking within an hour??

    I am not sure about your husbands schedule but what about waking up extra early and using the membership? I am up at 4 and at the gym at 4:45 AM. Granted I don't have children but if you're husband can be home, that's another option :)

    @ The person who posted the original post - You will be amazed how NOT tired you are once you start exercising but I understand where you are coming from. If going to the gym in the afternoon after work and somehow also clean dishes, do laundry, make dinner was my only option - I would make the excuse of being too tired too because I would be but what about again the option of going in the morning? Believe me, I am not a morning person but I just had to make a decision to do it because it was the best time for me.

    Also, I wouldn't recommend 'treating' yourself to a diet coke if you are too tired to go to the gym... reading, sure .... anything else.. sure to stop yourself from eating the chocolate but not replacing it with something else that is unhealthy. Oh and you'll see a lot of people say this but: Do not TREAT/REWARD yourself with food (esp. bad food....) it's a bad cycle. That's what many of us who are overweight is fighting ---- eating when we are emotional and that includes being "happy"

    You can do it.. you just have to take control and believe in yourself. If I can do it, anyone can :)
  • LittleMissNerdy
    LittleMissNerdy Posts: 792 Member
    I'm right with you! My husband has been paying for a gym membership for me since I had my son 8 months ago and have yet to set foot in it. I feel like I have valid excuses, work all day, come home and straighten up the house, feed family, take care of the kids needs, then off to bed. The only time I would really have is at lunch. For those of you that work out at lunch, how do you get everything done and back at work not stinking within an hour??

    A few guys here would hit the gym during lunch. They would just shower at the gym. I feel that's easier for a guy though since most don't really have to worry about blow drying their hair and all the other crap us ladies have to do.
  • rachellegarza
    rachellegarza Posts: 7

    I am not sure about your husbands schedule but what about waking up extra early and using the membership? I am up at 4 and at the gym at 4:45 AM. Granted I don't have children but if you're husband can be home, that's another option :)

    I would love to do that, but unfortunately I live about 35 minutes out of town. I will have to just go to the school track and see what I can get accomplished in an hour there. Thanks for the advice though!
  • LittleMissNerdy
    LittleMissNerdy Posts: 792 Member
    and if you're sure you're never going to use the membership, I'd look into canceling it! You could use that extra money to buy some free weights for around the house, or healthier food.
  • rachellegarza
    rachellegarza Posts: 7
    A few guys here would hit the gym during lunch. They would just shower at the gym. I feel that's easier for a guy though since most don't really have to worry about blow drying their hair and all the other crap us ladies have to do.

    I only wish it was so easy for a woman. I thought about just going in and doing cardio, but I get all sweaty and being a redhead, my face turns bright red so I would have to explain that back at the office.:blushing: Would just lifting weights help?
  • Seaver3409
    Seaver3409 Posts: 4
    I also log mine before I eat. It helps me stay on track
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