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😀😀😀***March 2026 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy Equinox (20 March at 07:46 on the west coast of the US) around the world and National Nutrition Month, National Pi Day (14 March), and National Tamale Day (23 March), at least in the Estados Unidos. 😀 Welcome all new first timers to this challenge and "Hello again" to those returning for another month, another year,…
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😀😀😀***February 2026 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy World Whale Day (3rd Sunday in February), International Polar Bear Day (27 February) around the world and Groundhog Day (2 February), National Homemade Soup Day (4 February), National Shower With a Friend Day (5 February), National Bagel & Lox Day (9 February), National Cabbage Day (17 February), and National Boiled…
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What's Your Most Recent NSV
My most recent NSV is taking a selfie with my daughter and seeing dimples again! I have hated how I've looked for so long and I actually don't hate this picture and my dimples are back. Can't remember the last time I saw those, I know it was when a Bush was in office! Even the fact that I was willing to take a selfie is an…
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😀😀😀***January 2026 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Well, I decided I'd at least get this monthly challenge STARTED for 2026. I might even keep it running all year. We shall see. Happy New Year (1 January), World Logic Day (14 January), International Hot & Spicy Food Day (16 January), and World Waterfowl Day (17 January) around the world and Rosa Parks Day(1 December),…
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How did you win the day?
I was thinking this morning - What if someone said to me 'I have the ability to make it so when you wake tomorrow, you are exactly where you want to be goal wise, all you need to do is live today, just today, achieving each of the things you know will get you there' - no brainer right! So then the lightbulb 💡this is…
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8 Months, 8 Stone Down - My Journey (So Far)
Eight months ago, I was 25 stone (159 kg) with a body fat percentage of 34%. This morning, I weighed in at 98 kg with 23% body fat. I’m still considered “obese” by BMI standards, but I feel stronger, healthier, and more in control than I have in years. I wanted to share my journey - not because I have all the answers, but…
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Not Just Another Weight Loss Attempt - Looking Ahead This Time
Hey everyone, I’ve been on and off the weight loss train for over a decade—lose the weight, gain it back, and each time I end up a little heavier than before. I just restarted my journey three days ago and I’m feeling good about losing the 20 lbs I’ve set as my goal. But this time, I’m trying something different. I’ve…
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Nothing seems to be working! Any recommendations?
Hello everyone! I’m really struggling with motivation to continue on my weight loss and fitness journey because it’s seems like nothing I try is working. Some background: I began my journey about a year ago after I gained 40 lbs due to a big cross-country move. Previously, I was living in the American Southwest, doing some…
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😀😀😀***December 2025 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy World Soil Day (5 December), Bodhi Day (8 December), and Solstice (this year 21 December at 15:03 GMT and 07:03 where I live) around the world and Rosa Parks Day(1 December), National Gazpacho Day (6 December), National Bill of Rights Day (15 December), and Festivus (23 December), at least in the Estados Unidos.…
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😀😀😀***November 2025 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy Dias de los Muertos (Days of the Dead, 1 and 2 November), World Freedom Day (9 November) and World Toilet Day (19 November) around the world and National Nachos Day (6 November), National Sardine Day (24 November), and National Spicy Guacamole Day (14 November), at least in the Estados Unidos. @enlightenme3 is still…
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Hello
Hi, my name is Alicia (or Ali for short) I am a 41 y o Vegan diabetic weighing 219. I lost 20 lbs over the last 8 months. I am here to get healthy, lose weight, compete in any health challenges or exchange information with other like minded people. Doctors are putting me on long term insulin in Feb ‘26 and I am hoping to…
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Successful hikes that haven’t been physically possible till now
Just starting this to share some of the hikes I’ve done this year since I’m in a healthier state
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😀😀😀***October 2025 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy Global Dignity Day (third Wednesday in October), World Water Food Day (16 October) and International Chef's Day (20 October) around the world and National Do Something Nice Day (5 October) and National Taco Day (first Tuesday in October), at least in the Estados Unidos. @enlightenme3 is still traveling, so I'm…
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Where did my weight progress post get posted?
The app prompted me to post this progress update, so I did, but I don't understand where it got posted…
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Fitness pal newbie!
Hi, everyone, my names Jayla I’m currently 230lbs but prior I was 260lbs, I’ve lost 30lbs with making better food choices, and moderate exercise, my goal weight is 175lbs which is 56lbs more to go! would love to make some fitness friends! Or anyone who’s currently on the same path as I am, let’s hold each other accountable…
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The Art of Claiming Your Moment
Life moves fast, so fast that it’s easy to miss the moments that truly matter. It’s not always the big milestones like promotions, awards, or faraway trips that shape our lives. Sometimes, it’s the quiet, intentional acts of claiming your time, your joy, and your own story. Think about standing at the edge of an…
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Slow progress is still progress: 12 lbs in 5 mos.
Hi all… I’m 71, 5’3”. I started tracking in May, weighing 163 with a goal of 145 by Nov 1. I also started an exercise program to strengthen, improve balance and flexibility, and burn calories. I’ve been more or less consistent. Most days I track close to my target 1300 cals/day. I’ve reduced fats and casual drinking. I’ve…
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Weight loss
I have struggled to get under 170 after college years and 1 year ago I was diagnosed with fatty liver and within 3 weeks I went down to 160 as I didn’t know what I could eat and how bad or what stage I was in. I ate no sugar, no processed food, no rice, low sodium and I didn’t eat after 6 or 7 pm. it can be done!!!
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😀😀😀***September 2025 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy World Coconut Day (2 September) and World Water Monitoring Day (18 September) and International Talk Like a Pirate Day (19 September; Yar!) around the world and National Food Bank Day (first Friday in September), at least in the Estados Unidos. @enlightenme3 is still traveling, so I'm posting this month's challenge…
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I'm finally losing weight!
I'm an old pro on MyFitnessPal.com and after many years of trying unsuccessfully I am only now finally starting to lose weight. (After kicking my calories up from 1200/1400 to 1600/1800 a day.) Apparently I was starving myself before. Now, I am losing 0.5 to 1 lb. per day. I credit my prayers to God. I adore Jesus Christ,…
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Need Surveyors for an App I'm Designing
Hello. I’m a UX/UI design student currently developing an app that encourages people to cook more meals at home rather than relying on takeout or dining out. The app focuses on helping users discover recipes, challenges, and motivation to make home cooking easier and more enjoyable. I’m looking for about 15 participants…
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I NEED to shake things UP!
I have been gaining some weight during the Summer, and I know I need to shake up my exercise. I enjoy walking, but I have heart failure. I quickly become short of breath. I am curious what others would suggest. Perhaps one of you may suggest something I've not thought of. I have a LOT of support both in real life, as well…
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Confidence in my body during my weight loss journey!
Hey everyone! My name is Kyle! Before starting my weight loss journey, I weighed in at approximately 260lbs. My weight today now stands at 187.2 lbs! My goal weight is about 170lbs or so and then try to reverse diet so I can eventually start gaining some muscle. I’ve never been confident in my body, always belittling…
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Newbie tips and suggestions ?
I’ve come to a point in my life where I’m discontented and disconnected with my body. I’m 20 years old, and have went from being active and full time athlete as a juvenile, to a completely sedentary adult. I believe the polarizing activity levels took quite a toll on my body so I gained it quick and stubborn. I was always…
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You can't outrun a fork!
You can't outrun a fork! I know it is simple, but it is true, your exercise is great for moving, making yourself heart healthy, but no amount of exercise will make up for your FORK! For weight management it's all about the Fork what you eat. I have separated what I do and what I eat into two goals, distinct from each other…
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😀😀😀***August 2025 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE***😀😀😀
Happy International Beer Day (first Friday in August) and International Peace Month around the world and National Goat Cheese Month and National Panini Month, at least in the Estados Unidos. @enlightenme3 is still traveling, so I'm posting this month's challenge again. 😀 Welcome all new first timers to this challenge and…
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If You Miss Profiles & The Feed
Hey All! If you miss the profiles where you can see your posts easily instead of a big white space, and a feed - especially one that shows your friend’s posts - please go to the support feature and send them a message. I am newly back on this app for the first time in about a year and a half and I HATE THIS INTERFACE! I…
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TWO POUNDS A WEEK CHALLENGE FOR 12 WEEKS! WE CAN DO IT!
Sometimes a small challenge can be helpful. For the next 3 months, (12 weeks), let's join together with our focus on losing 2 pounds each week. This will total 24 pounds of weight loss. So, let's get started. Feel free to share your weight loss during the 3 month period and how you are doing it. Let's help each other and…