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Hey hey hey
I am Ash. I am here to finish losing weight, I haven’t been a normal weight since 5th grade?? And I’ll be 32 this month. I’ve lost 120 over the last 10 years by moving more and eating better. I’ve also had two children in this time so I was set back many times, but thankfully never got back up to 310. I’m at 188 now and…
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Day One, starting a personalised 75 Hard challenge!
Hey everyone, I'm about to start a fitness challenge are getting to 260lbs. I'm at the heaviest i've ever been and the most unhappy with my weight. I saw the 75 hard challenge and want to give it ago but infuriately for me I have fibromyalgia and other health issues that limit my activity a lot. Here are my rules for my…
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Gym beginner overwhelmed with rules and macros and protein and calorie intake, calorie deficit:(
I’ve been at it for more than 2 months now and it still feels like a diet instead of a lifestyle, and I’m used to eating whole food with lots of fresh veggies and fruits but, I guess I lack organisation and consistency, adding to all that the disappointment when stepping on the scale, it’s not going back up, but not going…
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The Power of Physical Health: Transform Your Life One Step at a Time
Taking care of your physical health isn’t just about looking good — it’s about feeling strong, energized, and confident every day. Regular exercise boosts your mood, sharpens your mind, and protects your body from chronic illnesses. Remember, every small effort counts — each workout brings you closer to a healthier,…
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Can poor sleep really make you gain belly fat?
We all know diet and exercise are big factors in weight loss, but sleep often gets overlooked. Studies show that when we don’t get enough sleep (less than 6–7 hours a night), our bodies produce more cortisol, the “stress hormone.” High cortisol is linked to storing more fat around the belly. On top of that, poor sleep also…
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1000 Login Days‼️
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Hello my name is Kevin
Hello all, I’m Kevin. I’m very new to this fitness journey of mine and I’m about a month in and 10ths down. I was recommended MFP so here I am. Haha
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Looking for accessible fitness options
I am 56 and living with cerebral palsy. I live in St Catharines, Ontario, Canada and I'm looking for accessible walking trails, amall walk group and where I might join a chair fitness class my the community. If anybody is in the St Catharines area and can provide info on any of these things that would be much appreciated.
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Back again, hello new community!
I'm giving this a strong effort. Michael is to drink only water after 3:00 and I'm forcing myself to drink a whole bottle of water after 3:00 before I even take my shoes off. Another goal of mine is to make sure I'm getting enough protein. In the morning I'm going to try to make sure I get the majority of my protein in…
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From almost 300 to under 200 lbs, still needing support - WHY?
I started my weight loss back in 2010. I am so glad I did!! Fast forward to 2025. I had weighed almost 300 lbs, and now under 200 lbs. I didn't do this on my own; like many of us, I needed support. I found the 5% Challenge on a different site, but it closed in 202,1 and we relocated here on MFP!! WHY, after 15 years, am I…
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Deducting the Hair Extensions weight gain! 💇
Doh! Wow, how insane is this? I was so close to my weight loss goal. I ate a big meal the night before so I chose not to weigh in the next morning, Saturday. Well, I had an appointment to get 18-22 inches long extensions without thinking to weigh it or myself first. Immediately afterwards I thought, uh-oh!!!! So, I'm stuck…
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Coming back to fitness pal over 11 years
Hey everyone I'm Joy, I'm coming back to Fitness pal and haven't been really consistent until recently and I will admit that by Father YAHWEH ELOHIM blessings and grace in Jesus Christ of Nazareth mighty name I'm way more intentional on how I eat my food and what I cook. I've seen the scale go down and I'm thankful. I…
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New member
Good morning friends! I am new here to the community. I have been training consistently for the past two years. I am down from 110kg at 185cm tall to 95kg. I quite alcohol which has greatly improved my health and overall well being. Additionally, this has resulted in cleaner eating habits. I have just started a new 8 week…
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Getting back after a long time.
I was injured in the military and really lost motivation to continue to work out and eat healthy after I was discharged. Fast forward through several major surgeries and a Crohn’s diagnosis, I’m trying these meal plans, working on getting steps in, and doing some light cardio/light weight lifting. I am 5’1”, 229 lbs, have…
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PCOS and IBS
hi everyone, i wanted to ask do i weight loss like everybody if i have PCOS and IBS? My calorie goal is 1200 per day, but im so scared that i wont loss as is expected so skipped more calories.
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New member here
Hi, I've been using this app for a long time. This is my first post so I feel new to this community. I am glad i found this. Good luck with your goals
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Who is a KC Chiefs Fan?! Would love to connect here!
Just looking for some fellow Chiefs fans, or NFL fans in general. I am excited for the new season to officially start and would love to talk football and encourage in our fitness goals!
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Hello! New here!
Hello everyone! I just wanted to introduce myself! My name is Jess and I am starting a new journey, focusing on building muscle and maintaining my weight. Before I used to try to track what I eat, but that didn’t work… What makes this different is that I am more intentional and I don’t view it in any negative way, I see it…
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Hi
I’m a new member. 42 years old lady trying to lose fat healthily. Happy to see this apps and be a member of this community. Hoping for the good result. Best, Tzin
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Hello
Hi, I am Vi and started to take a journey to loose some weight. It is hard at my age and reduced ability to exercise. How you all doing? Any success with your goals? My problem is to keep motivated and keep on it. This time I need to stay focused. I have about 40 kg to loose. Start point 104 kg. Let's share your…
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Relationship Weight Gains 😔 🤗
I keep thinking, saying, and writing "Can't steal my joy #CSMJ" but it's not working. I was on the fast track to weight loss. A great mental state where each lost pound contributed to better joyfulness which led to even more weight loss. My reward when I met my 1st weight loss goal was a trip to Europe to see him after our…
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Starting again
Hello I am here to try to get help with my wt and health. I have always struggles with my wt but not to the point outsiders noticed but I did. I have been active most of my life and watched what I ate until the last couple of years. I have high BP and a problem wirh my aorta and would truly benefit from wt. loss. But … I…
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Hospital stay lit a fire under by butt.
I’ve tried this app before but never stuck with it. Well… A recent event really scared me… so needless to say I’m back with a new outlook and really wanna stick this out for my family but also for myself! So hey yall! Any advise or anything is welcomed!!!!
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Healthy living
Hey 👋 I am 30 and I weigh 155lbs (70.31kg) and I am Portuguese and African American and I love to run 🏃♂️ and stay active. I want people to know that I'm nice and friendly and caring and supportive. I'm on the spectrum and I want to help people like myself and save lives just like my parents in the health field.
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Newbie Incoming!
Hi, I'm a 24 year old who used to struggle with chronic depression and CPTSD. But now I'm medicated and super excited to start my journey! To be honest, my fitness journey started July 2024, two months after my boyfriend broke up with me. (I know, I know, the usual story, nothing special) anyways! From July 2024 to…
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Bariatric patient and recovering alcoholic looking for support
Hello there my name is Megan, I am a 30 yr old recovering alcoholic who began my weight loss journey back in 2017. I had gastric bypass surgery in 2018 with no complications but sadly turned to alcohol instead of food for my stress and lack of mental health options where I was living at the time. I have end stage liver…
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💪 Six Weeks to Transformation 🌞
My name is Allie. I’m trying to get back into my health and fitness journey after a long hiatus (thanks, COVID 🫤). I used to be active and eat fairly healthy, but life got turned upside down, and it’s been hard finding my rhythm again especially now that my body responds differently to everything! (Hello 40's). The diets…
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21 days
Hi all! My first post here since "coming back." An accident in 2022 laid me up for over a year. I have done all the protocol with PT etc, and am FINALLY "on the other side." I had gained weight due to laying around recuperating (broken ribs, internal bruising, punctured lungs) but have lost a solid 10 - 12 of it. The…
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Poop Tracker
If you're already tracking your food, exercise, and water intake, it's incredibly convenient to also have a record of bowel movements (especially for those who may be trying to track and/or identify IBS triggers or similar issues). This correlative data can show you if/when you're dehydrated, potentially more about your…