And first an introduction........

weeNorm
weeNorm Posts: 14
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Hi all. My name is Norm and I am a very busy husband and father of 3 yr old twin boys. I have been on my fitness pal for just under week and already like the concept of tracking my meals and activities as it plays right into my personality. As my wife would tell you, I like to have a system for just about everything, and this seems to fit the bill. I also believe that tracking keeps me focused and hopefully will help me achieve my goals.

I'm looking to lose about 55lbs with a goal weight of 180. I think it has been well over 20 years since I weighed about that.

I'm interested in finding friends with similar goals, to share experiences and offer lots of support.

Norman

Replies

  • mmreed
    mmreed Posts: 436 Member
    Hello! Welcome to MFP!

    MFP is a really great resource to keep you focused and connect you with a wealth of fitness resources and like minded folks.


    1. Log your foods every day - don't skip days, or parts of your day. log everything!
    2. Analyze each day - see where it went good and where it went bad - too much fat? maybe too many carbs? over the calorie limit? Identify and plan how to correct it for tomorrow.
    3. Reach out to the community with questions or advice needs.
    4. Build a network of friends here!
    5. Above all, do not believe everything you read here. There is a lot of great advice, but also some misleading and hype type advice. Part of getting fit is educating yourself in aspects of health and fitness. Make sure any questionable advice is looked at with a scientific eye and look for facts, evidence, and most importantly real world proof.
    6. You are more than a number. Sometimes the scale may not say what you hoped - thats fine. weight loss is not a straight line declination. Its a bumpy line that drops over time. Don't let single day numbers get your focus away from term based results.
    7. Vary your exercises. Your body forms memories and can slow down how it burns fat and builds muscles. Keep it confused! Hit it hard with cardio styles. Build lean muscle to burn even more fat.
    8. and above all - take your photo now! You will want to look back and have a starting BEFORE picture to proudly display along with your series of PRESENT or CURRENT photos during your transformation and continued lifestyle of fitness.

    I welcome you, and anyone else out there to add me as a friend. I have made fitness and health my passion and love the idea of folks joining me in my new lifestyle of being fit, healthy, and most importantly - HAPPY!.

    I'm here to support and motivate!!! I find my own success comes easier when I help and fuel other folks success.

    and remember - most folks care more about the quality of fuel they put in their lawn mowers than the fuel they put in their bodies. Don't be one of those people. Whole foods. Natural foods. Intelligent choices.



    Fit for life,
    Mark M. Reed
    aka Marc Mayhem - Fitness Blogger, and Motivator!


    Add me as a friend and take part in my daily fitness discussions, tips, and commentary on MyFitnessPal!
    ..
  • cndslee
    cndslee Posts: 256 Member
    Hi Norm! and welcome! I will send a friend request. I find this site is very helpful and the phone app makes it easier still! I am on every day and love to see what others are doing to keep active and encourage as many as possible. Seeing all the activities are very motivating! Good Luck on your journey!!
  • coachblt
    coachblt Posts: 1,090
    Nooooooooorrrrrrrmmmmmmmm. I know, you've heard that before.

    Good luck in reaching your goal. You can and will reach your goal. Go get it!
  • valeriejbardini
    valeriejbardini Posts: 29
    Hello! Welcome to MFP!

    MFP is a really great resource to keep you focused and connect you with a wealth of fitness resources and like minded folks.


    1. Log your foods every day - don't skip days, or parts of your day. log everything!
    2. Analyze each day - see where it went good and where it went bad - too much fat? maybe too many carbs? over the calorie limit? Identify and plan how to correct it for tomorrow.
    3. Reach out to the community with questions or advice needs.
    4. Build a network of friends here!
    5. Above all, do not believe everything you read here. There is a lot of great advice, but also some misleading and hype type advice. Part of getting fit is educating yourself in aspects of health and fitness. Make sure any questionable advice is looked at with a scientific eye and look for facts, evidence, and most importantly real world proof.
    6. You are more than a number. Sometimes the scale may not say what you hoped - thats fine. weight loss is not a straight line declination. Its a bumpy line that drops over time. Don't let single day numbers get your focus away from term based results.
    7. Vary your exercises. Your body forms memories and can slow down how it burns fat and builds muscles. Keep it confused! Hit it hard with cardio styles. Build lean muscle to burn even more fat.
    8. and above all - take your photo now! You will want to look back and have a starting BEFORE picture to proudly display along with your series of PRESENT or CURRENT photos during your transformation and continued lifestyle of fitness.

    I welcome you, and anyone else out there to add me as a friend. I have made fitness and health my passion and love the idea of folks joining me in my new lifestyle of being fit, healthy, and most importantly - HAPPY!.

    I'm here to support and motivate!!! I find my own success comes easier when I help and fuel other folks success.

    and remember - most folks care more about the quality of fuel they put in their lawn mowers than the fuel they put in their bodies. Don't be one of those people. Whole foods. Natural foods. Intelligent choices.



    Fit for life,
    Mark M. Reed
    aka Marc Mayhem - Fitness Blogger, and Motivator!


    Add me as a friend and take part in my daily fitness discussions, tips, and commentary on MyFitnessPal!
    ..

    Wow what wonderful advice :-)
  • kwedding5409
    kwedding5409 Posts: 8
    You can add me. Best of Luck!!!!!!!!!! I am a newbie too but will be supportive.
  • Stefxtastic
    Stefxtastic Posts: 17 Member
    Welcome! This is a great step in weight loss and the support here is amazing! Good luck to you!
  • weeNorm
    weeNorm Posts: 14
    Thank you for your words of encouragement. I will get there!
  • Four_Leaf_Clover
    Four_Leaf_Clover Posts: 332 Member
    Welcome Norm! I am trying to lose at least 50 lbs myself and am a busy wife and mother of 4 yr old twin boys (and their siblings!).
    I will send you a friend request!
  • sarahcuddle
    sarahcuddle Posts: 349 Member
    Hi Norman. I started here wanting to lose 51lb and have lost 13lb so far. I have young kids too and want to be fit and healthy to keep up with them. I'm in the UK but I always check back on my friends if we've logged in at different times. Sending a request. Always wanting motivated friends to spur me on!

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