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New here looking for motivation
Been a runner for the last 6 years , love it, but find it hard to eat healthily. Trying to lose about a stone to ease the stress on the old joints now I'm nearly 50 ! Jeez ... all help would be appreciated 😁
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Let’s do this!
Hello all. I’ve been up and down my entire life but now after a health set back - multiple myeloma - I decided I should take better care of myself to compliment my medical treatment. Let’s do this!
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Second week no loss but gain
This is my second week dieting with this app and I have gained weight not lost. I’m quite a bit frustrated. I have hit my goals for activity on my Apple watch and stayed on target for my calories, so what is wrong?
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Accountabilibuddy
M43 currently 250lbs with a goal of 230 by Thanksgiving. I’ve been working out for about six weeks. I’m going on a one month cut and was hoping to find some like minded friend’s to help hold me accountable. I have a bad habit of late night snacking.
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Hello! Not entirely new to the app but new to the community
I’m 21f and would love to make some friends! I gained all the weight i had lost and am starting from the beginning and would love to meet people in the same position as me.
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Pushing for HARD diet next 45 days - who wants to join ?
I have been competing in sport my whole life but with this app it makes it so much easier to eat different sources of food daily and still make your macros , and not eat EXACTLY same meals each day for months pre comp I’m pushing hard diet for 45 days and anyone that wants to join and post feedback and methods etc and have…
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Hi, this is me.
Certainly not new to weight loss or MyFitnessPal, but massively struggled over the last couple of years with weight gain. I feel in a good place to do this properly and I’m already a stone down since the end of August when I started taking logging seriously again. I would love to make new friends on the same journey to…
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PCOS & TTC Support Buddies
Hi Ladies :) I'm currently on a PCOS health and healing journey with hopes of TTC! CW: 260 GW: 200-210 (for right now) A conception journey is overwhelming enough without PCOS playing a role in it, and I know the support of other women who have gone through or are going through the same thing would make a world of…
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Lost 163 pounds (352 -> 189)
I’m Jeff from Fairhope, Alabama. I hope this helps: I have lost 163 pounds (352 to 189) I’m 6’0”. I will get down to 180. I am 46 years old. My BMI (if you care about that sort of thing) went from 47 to 26.5. My pants went from 48 to 34-32, depending on the cut. My shirts went from XXXLB to large or medium. My shoe size…
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Change is a marathon, not a sprint
Happy Friday, MFP fam! My name is Fred. Change is a marathon, not a sprint. With dedication and the support of this amazing community, there's nothing we can't achieve. Each step I take, and every mile I log, brings me nearer to that December half marathon goal. But it's always that first step, taken with determination,…
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Leslie D. Intro - Striving for a Healthier Tomorrow
Hi, FitFam! I'm on a journey to transform my life, and I wanted to share my story with all of you. A little over a year ago, my doctor dropped a life-changing bombshell: I needed to shed 40 pounds to escape the clutches of pre-diabetes, improve my blood pressure, and reduce stress. It was a wake-up call that couldn't be…
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Keep forgetting to track 😩
How can I get into the habit, quicker… is there any trick to tracking every single thing? I can meal plan and add in but update changes? I just can’t seem to find my way with tracking food… I’m new (though I’ve had the app for years!!) my intention is new, any help greatly appreciated
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Getting discouraged, how do you cope?
Even though I've lost 72lbs I'm still over weight. Just looking in the mirror I can't tell a difference now vs. at my heaviest. I'm just feeling frustrated that I've come so far and still have so much more to go. I get to thinking that I'll never be able to look how I picture myself in my head, because I've been overweight…
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Hello!
Hi folks, I’m fairly new to this community and wanted to introduce myself. I would greatly appreciate any advice, as I don’t seem to be making any progress on my own. I have a desk job and drive three hours a day for work. I do try to walk as much as possible in our small office, but I know I need to move more. I also have…
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Done this before but need encouragement to start again.
Hi! I have been a member of Myfitnesspal in one form or fashion for years! I have had great results at times but since suffering a few losses in my family I have lost my mojo in a couple of ways. I gained one hundred pounds in the past 8 years. I let 63 pounds slip up during COVID. Now, I am in the place that my hips hurt…
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Working It Off
I'm down 35 as of today with 6 to go. I was looking to go from 261 to 220 (42 lbs.) before my 60th birthday (Oct. 30). It will be a photo finish. :-)
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Hello 👋🏼
Just started on the app yesterday. I’m a 27 year old female. Currently 150 and my goal is 130-125. I used to be very active throughout school age and college (dance mainly). College played rugby. I did Orangetheory for a few years after graduating. Now after being married almost 2 years I’ve gained 20 lbs. I know it could…
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Embarking on a Journey to Wellness: My Story
Title: Seeking Support on My Journey to Better Health Hello, MyFitnessPal community, I'm taking a bold step today by opening up about my journey to improve my physical and mental well-being. My name is Dana. I am 50-year-old. I have been battling with excess weight, back and knee issues, and a host of mental health…
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Because its been so long!!
Welp.. here I am again - Original weight 495ish - meh rounding up 500lbs. Currently - I keep bouncing between 290-305 - and frankly I know its all about my eating patterns and level of exercise. This time - I am much older (45+) and I know all too well that if I keep going this way I will end up like my brothers and…
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3rd 4th time returner to mfp
Hi everyone I’m looking for friends for mutual support and inspiration.
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75 Day Soft Challenge
So day 2 of my 75 day Soft challenge and using the app to encourage eating well. Ask me for challenge rules, if interested, as would be great to gather buddies. Motivation and Discipline are my main aims, as well as losing my stubborn excess belly fat and love handles and that constant bloated feeling. Good luck to…
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Goal weightloss 75lb - struggling to start
Hi, I’m a 42yr old who just keeps gaining weight… I’d love some friends on here to keep me on the app and tracking. I can’t do it on my own. I’ve been overweight for 15ish years, with an upcoming wedding.. 2 small kids and my health to consider I really want to take control and succeed at this, thank you
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Down 100+lb and wanting to motivate others
Hello 👋 my name is Maggie and I've struggled with weight, feeling good enough and not being an active participant in my own life. I've had a hard life and spent most of it overweight, depressed and lonely. I moved from Chicago to Seattle in 2020 to start fresh. In january 2022 I looked at myself a 38 almost 39 years old…
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New Motivational Friends Needed!
Hey! My name is Jill or JB.. I’m restarting my new weight loss fitness journey and my timeline is soooo empty! Looking for new friends so we can motivate and encourage each other throughout our journey to a New Us! Letssss Goooo! 🥰🤩💪🏽😍👌🏽👍🏽😊 & I love a challenge … looking for challenges to push me to my goals!
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Friends & Weight Loss
Hey there! I'm Lyuba, and I'm excited to join this community. I’m 33 years old, a mom and have a goal to lose 15-20 lbs. I’m 5’1 and feel like if I so much as look at food I gain weight. 😂 I’ve finally been able to get a good workout and running/walking routine started and figured this would be the perfect way to add to…
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100,000 steps in a day
I walked 100,000 steps in a day on 30th September. I did this in memory of my little brother who I lost to pancreatic cancer this summer, and to mark the 1st anniversary since losing my mum last year. The first half of the walk was fantastic, plenty of energy and some great surroundings and views. The last 30,000 steps…
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Women 200lb+, Let's Have A Superb September!!!
🍁Happy September, ladies!🍁 🍂What are your goals for this month and do you have any big plans for fall? Is there anything you're looking forward to over the next few months or, conversely, anything you're worried about? 🍁 Summer wrap up: How was this summer for you? Did you accomplish what you'd set out to do? Were there…