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Ah S*&$, here we go again…
First time using a message board, not my first time trying to implement a healthy lifestyle. I have to change things up, do things differently this time. Otherwise I’ll keep getting the same results. Maybe it’s my mindset but this time does feel different!
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New here and would like friends
Hi, I'm new here and would like friends so we can help and encourage each other on this weight loss journey. I'm Michele, just turned 49 on 1/20/22 and decided to make some changes in my life. I'm a Mom of 4 (ages 31, 22, 21, and 6) that has put everyone else's needs above my own for a long time, and as a result, I don't…
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New You 2022 - Losing 50 to 100 pounds
Hello everyone! I'm 55, 5'9 and currently 257 pounds. My weight loss goals are to lose 50 to 100 pounds and 10% body fat this year. Totally aware my mindset is my biggest challenge getting started, I'm hoping to connect with a few who've already lost this much and maintaining (yeahhhh you! be my friend please! :smiley: )…
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New
Hi everyone I am new to this app. I joined a weight loss group in 2/2020 and did really well losing 40 pounds and my cholesterol went through the roof. I've gained back 20 pounds and am interested in taking that off. I am looking for life-style changes. My naturopath suggested carb-cycling and this seemed like the best app…
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Newbie,to the community,but not new to working out
Hi everyone,been on this journey for sometime now,7 years to be exact. 5 years ago I had my son after I had him it was very very very hard to lose weight. He was my fourth child and I was past the age of 35. 3years ago I decided to give it my all. I went from 250 plus to 194 and then the pandemic hit. So I kept it off for…
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Hey Everyone!
Hi Everyone! My name is Samantha and I am 24 years old! I recently had gastric bypass on July 12th, 2021! Since surgery, I have lost over 100lbs, and I am overall down 164lbs or so from my highest weight. I used to be 453lbs and I am now 289lbs. I have been at a stall for the last month and that has been hard on my…
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I’m new here. My Introduction
Hello everybody, I finally came to grips that my weight has gotten away from me.I’m currently 250 looking to get down to 180. I’m new here, actually new to dieting & exercising also. Looking for tips to get in shape & also eat right. My wife & I have a nice gym setup in our garage but we rarely touch it, it consist of;…
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How many times have I restarted now?!
Oh my gosh! My eating has gotten out of control! And, I don't know how to stop overeating. My realization of this was last night - no judgement please - when I had healthy filling for tacos and then I had not one portion of potato salad (I'm trying to clean out the fridge, which makes for odd meals) but ended up eating…
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I am looking for a padawan.
Time in the Marines served me well. I understand how to motivate myself and others. After a painful divorce, I had gained 60 lbs. One year later, I have achieved and surpassed my goals. I did it while also helping others achieve their own goals by keeping them accountable and having a functional relationship that starts…
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Cheaper alternatives to Nutrisystem?
Hello! I am looking into meal kits that can provide decent easy-to-make (read: microwaveable) meals that I can take to and from work and have a good amount of nutrition in them. One of my family members is a member of Jenny Craig, but they got in when they had a one time-payment for a lifetime membership, so he lucks out…
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I needed support was at 288 am now at 179 today. How did I do this? 5% Challenge
When I weighed 288 lbs and TRIED to lose on my own, I got to 256 and it STALLED HORRIBLY at that point. Sigh. I knew needed help. I did a search and found a site that has since been discontinued (Sparkpeople) but on that site I joined a team known as the 5% Challenge!! And now? I am at 179 this AM!! WOOHOO I can walk…
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HELLO!
Hello MyFitnessPal Community, I am looking to build healthier eating and life habits and my goals are to lose body fat percentage and gain muscle mass! If anyone has similar goals, please feel free to contact me and we can walk this journey and keep each other accountable as much as we can! Thank you, and any help is…
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LOOKING FOR SOME GREAT PEOPLE TO SUPPORT YOU IN 2022?JOIN US IN LOSE 1 POUND A WEEK AND KEEP IT OFF!
Our group has been on MFP since 2016 and many of our members have done spectacularly well! We are open to new members for 2022 NOW .. so get a head start on your 2022 health and fitness goals, whether you want to lose some weight, or maintain your current weight. We have some very fun (optional) health and fitness…
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Trying to get motivated
Hi guys My name is Mikayla, I'm 27 and from New Zealand. After 2 children, and never being worried about what I eat.. I have started to notice weight gain, and not nice weight gain. 🤣 I struggle most with food, especially hot chips or crisps. Here for any advice, and how to make the most of using the my fitness pal…
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Looking for community support
Hi, I used to be super fit and active. After 5 back surgeries and 1 neck surgery over the last 8 years, I've slowly gained weight. Since the last surgery in September, I've gained 30 pounds, putting me at over 50 pounds that I feel I need to lose. I just got the news that I can start walking on my own without a walker, so…
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Accountability partner!
Anyone else new to this and want someone to get through each day or week with? I would love to have someone to message or talk to about everyday success or struggles while on my fitness&weightloss journey 😊 SW: 195.3lb GW: 140lb I’m 5ft & 23 years old wanting to start a new schedule & lifestyle with healthier eating and…
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Are you looking for a friendly collection of like-minded losers to support you in 2022? Come on in!
There is a group called "Lose 1 Pound a Week and Keep it Off" has been on MFP since 2016. Many members have done spectacularly well! We are opening the group to new members for 2022 a little early, so consider getting a head start on your 2022 health and fitness goals. We have members trying to lose weight as well as…
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Starting by Maintaining
Wow, I just started logging food again. I am listening to an amazing podcast called, half-size me. She lost over 150 lbs and is in year 10 of maintenance. She's inspired me. The plan: track normal eating (wow I was way overeating) Then, you find out what your maintenance is on average over a few weeks. Then as you find…
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New member introduction
Hi! I'm back to using MFP. It has been a while since I last used it. A lot has changed with MFP since I last used it so in a way I am new here :) My name is Paula, from NJ and I am trying to lose all the weight I gained from the pandemic while working from home. Mostly I am watching what I eat, do spin cycling and walking.…
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Hi
Just wanted to say hello to everyone I am new to the community and Hope that I succeed in my goal to become fit and healthy I'm not getting any younger LOL
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Vegan MFP friends to be on a Plant-based bulk meal plan in February
Hello, I am Andrea a 33 years old italian man. Personal trainer and massage therapist focus on recovery and joy of living. Before going all in and be strictly plant based in 2017 I was 53kg (117lbs). With the help of coach in 2020 I reached 62kg (136lbs) and managed to keep that. As I stop weighting my food and counting my…
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Getting "started" with chronic disease
Y'all, something has GOT to give! I struggle with Six autoimmune diseases one of which is a thyroid condition. My Dr got the bright idea to lower my thyroid meds which automagically adds 20lbs to my frame. With all the drugs/steroids/pandemic my weight is a PROBLEM. I'm seriously not looking to whiiiine, I'm just…
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Greetings!
My name is Alexis Pike! I joined last year when I decided to make a change in my health habits. My personal trainer suggested I use MFP, which I did, but I have never been successful using the program since I joined in Oct. 2020 (longest consistency was about a week). However, my physical and mental health have become of…
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Fast forward 5 years
Hello fellow MFP! I didn't even realize I had signed up for this account 5 years ago, so I had my first weigh in and then crickets. I just logged in again to keep accountability and synced it with my Fitbit. I've been up and down in my weight, and looking to keep it off. It stinks that I am in love junk food. Most recently…
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Sign Up for JANUARY 2022 - Fat2Fit Challenge and Support Group
We hope you'll consider FAT 2 FIT, a weight loss challenge and support group. A community. A wonderful group of warm, fun, and strong people to help make your journey possible. Come for JANUARY and stay on for the long haul. This group is here to support you all the way to your goal and beyond! JANUARY 2022 REGISTRATION IS…
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32 / F / 108kg - need to lose min. 18kg to pursue fertility treatments
After over 2 years of trying to conceive, I have been told I need to reach 90kg before I can start fertility treatments. I have been a habitual yo-yo dieter since my teens and have fluctuated between 65kg and 115kg. Main motivations: - achieve pregnancy - learn better habits to pass on to future children - longer,…
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Is This Thing On?
Good evening all, I hope you're all well!!! Been a member of MFP for absolutely forever, but neglected it severely. Restarting with the new year and determined to get healthiest. I have arthritis in my hips, slipped discs in my back and awaiting a hip replacement. As you can imagine that has led to some weight gain which I…
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Registration for JANUARY is OPEN! Join the Fat2Fit Challenge and Support Group
We hope you'll consider FAT 2 FIT, a weight loss challenge and support group. A community. A wonderful group of warm, fun, and strong people to help make your journey possible. Come for JANUARY and stay on for the long haul. This group is here to support you all the way to your goal and beyond! JANUARY 2022 REGISTRATION IS…