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Tell me your favorite lifting straps!
Have been using some straps my boyfriend has but never uses but really want some of my own. I specifically need them for RDLs if that is helpful info! Thank you in advance!
Forget the freshman 15, how about the post-graduation 15?
Hello, I’m a 22 y/o recent college grad who’s been struggling with weight for years and years. I hit my lowest weight in my adult life around 2 years ago (130 lbs), about mid-college, and for a bit after I was in a state fluctuation and maintenance (about 145). Since I graduated and started working full time in May, I’ve…
Body measurements
Hey all I’m still getting used to figuring out all that is included in this app. I’m not seeing anywhere that I can track body measurements like inches lost/gained.. is there a place to do that in MFP? If not, does anyone have a good suggestion on an app you use to measure your progress? I love having more than one visual…
Weight Lifting and Cardio Effectiveness
Hello all. So I was doing just cardio (walking on an incline treadmill for 30 minutes a day). Then I threw in lifting for 20-30 minutes then a cool down with 10 minutes of the walking and I found that, both together, they have dropped my weight quicker. Anyone else find this? Is it better to lift or do cardio for a lot of…
How long should I wait to workout after having Covid?
After 3 years, I finally caught the Rona. :/ How long after symptoms stop should I workout (at home btw)? Also, will this ruin my progress? I took a deload week last week so I'm having a hard time being laid up right now. I got 2 workouts in this week before getting sick but still feeling guilty and anxious to get back…
Is it bad to lift late in the night?
I have an all day event today and I really want to hit upper day. Would 11 p.m./12 a.m. be too late? I normally lift late afternoon or evening. If it was earlier in the week I would push it off until tomorrow, but tomorrow is Sunday and this is the last upper of my week. :/
Took a hit to the sternum..RDL alternatives?
I have a bruised sternum right now and I don't think I'll be able to do most leg excercises today that involve lifting. Anyone have RDL alternatives or leg excercises that don't involve heavy lifting? Thinking of doing cable RDLs for now.
Need friends in AZ!
Hey there! I'm lookin for others using the app in AZ for accountability and motivation! My workouts include weight lifting and doing MMA 😊
Bulking and supplement tips
I’m a 5’9 guy who weighs 116 pounds and i’m very active from football practice and the gym but no matter how hard i try i don’t gain i eat about 3000 calories a day while on creatine and all i’ve been doing is maintaining my weight i’m lost on what to do to gain any tips would be greatly appreciated
Favorite way to deload?
Do you reduce days, weight, or do some other activity? :)
Looking for accountability friends !
hi, i’m 20 and from Canada. i’m getting back into intermittent fasting just now, and i’ve started lifting weights about 2 months ago. my goal is to build muscle + lose a bit of fat (recomp basically) and improve my overall fitness. i run from time to time and go on long walks regularly, but my main focus is lifting at the…
New and motivated
I'm new and motivated I'm bulking up to be bigger and just want to surround myself with motivated hard working people
FND and CFS/ME
Hi, I'm Charlee its been about 7 years since I was able to visit a gym until recently. I am slowly starting and I mean chronic illness pace guys. But I am here to make some friends and share encouragement and support. I wanted to reach out and see if any chronically ill buddies who love a good paced lift session and the…
Crock pot meal preps
Need more crock pot meals other than chicken and rice for a while
Feeling Fluffy
Hey MFP! I'm back to try and lose the weight I gained after struggles with infertility, multiple pregnancies, and pregnancy loss... My kids are starting to get a little bit older and it's hopefully going to let me prioritize taking better care of myself and getting active. I lost a significant amount of weight with MFP in…
What to do at the gym?
I’ve only just recently started to go gym and have no idea what to do to lose weight.
Not new, but new goals
Returning to MFP after several years away with all new goals and lifestyle. I used to use MFP religiously years ago when I had an ED. Now I’m 7 years recovered, and this time I’m here to refocus on my health, eat enough (as I developed a bad habit of undereating due to ADHD meds), stay active, and especially, gain muscle…
Low impact leg building exercises?
Last year I suffered a peripheral neurological injury and now I have permanent nerve pain from my torso down my right side in through my leg to my foot. I’ve spent the last 6 months building a pain tolerance and focusing on the less damaged areas of my body. Now that i feel im at a place to progress im interested in some…
Short dude on a mission
New to the club here, no clue what I'm doin'... I'm a MASSIVE motivator, we can help each other push for our goals. Huge into fitness and exercise. Spent my younger years doing sports all through childhood and school years. It has assisted my adult life and career as a LEO, while bettering my health and mentality on…
Hey everyone!
Hey everyone, I’m fairly new to this app and I’d love to get some more followers to help me achieve my goal! Tips and tricks are always appreciated 😁
I’m NatBbell and I lift! New here!
Hello! I’m “NatBbell”, and I’m here to encourage and be encouraged by this community. My goal is do one weightlifting competition, and I have a long way to go! Lol! I’ve recently started to track my daily food goals, something I’ve always eye-balled because seeing it on “paper” and trying to meet an actual number, gave me…
Re-do guided tour without deleting account/recipes
Hi there, I want to change my goal from losing weight to maintaining weight, and I would like MFP to recommend me macros. How can I re-do the guided tour without losing all of my recipes and such? Thanks
TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE: From 245 lbs to 165 lbs - Join me on my incredible fitness journey!
Hello everyone! I would like to share my journey towards a healthier lifestyle and invite you to follow my account. My name is Vitaliy, and I have been keeping a food diary on MyFitnessPal for almost 75 days now. When I started, my weight was 111 kg (245 lbs), but thanks to my determination and perseverance, I have managed…
Progress photos!
Post a recent progression you're proud of! My recent is hitting 110kg in deadlift, And aesthetic wise seeing my lil wings starting to show!
Bloating from high protein Intake
Hello everyone, 28 f and currently weigh 145 lb and 5’7. I started increasing my protein intake to 100 g a day with whey protein powder and in between meat (chicken breast, egg) and dairy. I want to get more lean and started lifting weights daily. However I noticed I started getting bloating in evening daily. I eat 70g of…
Newbie weight lifter here looking for advice
Im 26 f weigh about 125 lbs and im 5'4". I've been getting into exercising for a while now but im still a beginner cuz there's alot i don't know still. My goal is gain muscle and get bigger. I started lifting weights about a week ago. I've been lifting dumb bells. My arms aren't that strong. I do 10lb biceps curls single…
How to deal with negativity about calorie tracking?
I am constantly get ringed out for weighing my food or for saying no to foods at gatherings. I have been serious about tracking and weight lifting, but my family or peers don't seem to understand it (or my goals). I'm also dreading Easter dinner because my husband's family constantly tells me how I'm already thin or nit…
Going over calories if I workout in the morning. Help!
I usually workout in late afternoon or before bed. But if I workout in the morning I am so hungry throughout the day and end up having no calories by dinner or after dinner. Advice?
Lose 8 kg in 60 day’s challenge
Current weight: 73kg Target weight: 66kg Goal 1. 12 000 steps a day 2. 4 weight training sessions a week 3. 1200-1500 calories daily with 130g of protein using IF Looking for a clan whom I can push with
Hello there!
Hi everyone I’m Meredith! Looking to lose 30 lbs, gain strength and flexibility, and stay accountable! Eating healthy, calorie counting, workouts, and I’m training for my yoga certification while working and getting my PhD! Let’s be friends :) I’ll root you on!

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