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Returning MFP user
Hello everyone, Lawrence here. I joined MyFitnessPal back in 2012 when I weighed 95 kg (202 lbs). Through exercise, proper diet, and the help of this app, I managed to lose weight, eventually reaching around 68-70 kg (149-155 lbs). And yeah I was on my 20's that time. However, over the years, I reverted to my old habits…
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How do I trick myself?
I'm aiming to lose about 5-8kg and I like lots of fruits and vegetables, but I realllyyy can't get myself to willingly eat salad or tomatoes. Idk what it is about them, probably the texture for tomatoes, but I just can't. Could someone give me tips to kinda "trick" myself into eating more of it? I know it's one of the best…
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Let’s connect
Love to meet some of you legendary people who are working on becoming their best self! Feel free to follow I will do the same. 🫵😎🦾
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Getting past a Plateau / Stall
I've seen a lot of posts that are "why did the scale stop moving" https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/in-depth/weight-loss-plateau/art-20044615
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Losing baby weight
Hi everyone, I just returned to this program after a five year break. But I have discovered that I lost over 7kg in that time so I am excited to keep trying to lose the weight gained during pregnancy. I’m trying to lose 7 more kg and to start exercising. Any advice you have on getting started being active would be helpful.
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Journey to sustainable and healthy lifestyle and optimal health!
Hello Everyone! I had let myself become 40 pounds overweight - clinically obese by definition. Now is the time to reverse that! My consciousness of this journey began 5 weeks ago— but I need further support that is healthy and affordable. (I can neither afford nor do I want to use the shots many of my friends and…
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Hey Hey Ya'll
Hi, my name is Kathy... This time, I decided to do this for ME! 2024 has been a huge turning point for me. I am diving into the changes with a dedication to loving me, spirit, mind, and body!
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☀️🌸August Daily Weigh-in and Logging Challenge🌸☀️
Happy August! We are now in our 8th month of the year. Did July just fly by or what?? I absolutely love the start of a new, fresh month. Whether you’re just starting with this group, or you’ve been here for a while, we’re so glad you’re here on this journey with us. 🌼🌼 This year we’ve added a year-long challenge as well:…
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Calorie Deficit and intermittent fasting
Hello folks I am on caloric deficit and doing intermittent fasting. I want to loose body fat and same time want to build muscle. Anyone else going or doing same ?
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Hello, my goal is to reduce my body fat to 12%-15%
Hello. i am Pai, 27 year old male. I have been working out for quite some time (but on and off for abt 2 years) but i did not maintain my diet so that i became obese. Now that I am all planning to change myself in body recomposition. My current weight is 78.6kg now with body fat 19.4%. My goal is to reach 12-15% by the end…
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New to myfitnesspal
Hi I'm Alice. I have always struggled with weight problems. Have tried many different programs where I have done well for 5-6 months then lost motivation and returned to being a junk food junkie. My weight is now causing some real health problems. I want to loose weight so my joints won't hurt so much and I can have more…
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Hello , new here!
Hi my names Travis. I am from Connecticut, USA. I’ve been easing into the 20/4 fasting for roughly almost 7 weeks. I am overweight, current weight is 242lbs. I have lost about 5.2lbs. Height 5’10”. Scale says 71% muscle 29% body fat. I’m comfortable enough now to monitor calorie intake. I am 17 hours into today’s fast with…
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New Scale
Freaking new scale added 10 lbs to my weight
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I'm new here :) Plus size and postpartum - looking to be healthier for my kids.
Hey! I'm Hannah. I just had a little boy 2 weeks ago via an emergency C section and I already have a daughter who is 18 months. I am very overweight and though it wasn't said outright, I fear my weight caused issues with my latest pregnancy and birth. I am very unhappy about how I look and feel and I want to be a good role…
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10 pound lean muscle loss in 16 days?
I am 51 years old. I did a DEXA scan before starting Carnivore diet and then 16 days into the diet. The scan told me I went from 148 lean muscle to 138. 2.5 pounds of fat loss. The scanner said muscle and water is same density so the scan may have been fooled a little bit if I were dehydrated either time but not by much he…
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Motivation and community support needed
Hello wonderful people, Today I’m restarting my health journey after domestic abuse (which ended 2 years ago in court). Antidepressants and binge eating have caused me to go up by 3 dress sizes and I am pretty adamant not to step on a scale but to use my clothes as a guide. Any kind words and support would be greatly…
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Hi everyone!
I’m not exactly new here, I had this app a few years ago and decided to come back. I found this to be very helpful in my weight loss journey, and decided to utilize it once again. I successfully lost quite a bit, but I still have about 20lbs I’d like to lose. I mostly focus on my protein intake, and as far as exercise I…
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staying positive and encourager and need encouragement accountability
Hello, My name is Christina but go by Chris. I have had a very exciting life one that I can surely share as I'm not ashamed anymore with the actions. I feel that everything that life has brought me is for a reason and I choose to use it all for good of possibly helping others. I have been through a lot; I also know that…
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Suppresing Cravings?
Is eating/sucking/chewing on ice a healthy way to suppress hunger and unhealthy cravings? I do it quite often, but I wanna check
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Just came to say hello + intro
Hey, I’m Laz, I’m 23, open to friend requests and fitness support! I started my fitness and health journey a few months ago I think in May (2024). It’s now August and I think I’ve finally found what works for me and found my rhythm in losing weight. I’ve lost ~40lbs already with just learning to eat clean (it’s not super…
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Net calories?
Hi everyone. Im new to the app and don't quite understand net calories. I'm on 1200 day. Yesterday my calorie intake was 1177 and my net was 1066. Is that good? I've also had a really low one a week or so ago where I only consumed 957 and my net was 524. I have a read a bit about it and it says if its minus then I'm in…
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Starting back up AGAIN 😳
Hey there! I’m just restarting my weight loss journey AGAIN! I’m a 45 year old married mom of 2 living in Texas. I have gained and lost the same 50 lbs multiple times in the past 15 years, often using MFP. Last year, I let the stress of life get me off track again, and I put on 50 lbs. I’m also finding the weight is harder…
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🌼🌼 July Daily Weigh-in and Logging Challenge🌼🌼
Happy July! We are now in our seventh month of the year, and summer is in full-swing here! 😎 I absolutely love the start of a new, fresh month. Whether you’re just starting with this group, or you’ve been here for a while, we’re so glad you’re here on this journey with us. 🌼🌼 This year we’ve added a year-long challenge as…
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Female, late 30s, early 40s. Creating an Accountability whatsapp group. Let's lose weight Together!
Hi everyone, I'm a professional woman living in London, UK, and I've decided it's time to make a real change in my life. At 85kg, ( 20kg of which I gained gradually over the last 13 years) I have a goal to lose this 20kg over the next six months by losing 4-5kg per month. It's not just about the number on the scale—it's…
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I haven't eaten enough today, any recomondations on food to eat that are a bit higher in calories?
I've eaten 750 calories today and MyFitnessPal gave me that message, I want to be able to eat healthily while losing weight. So which foods that are higher in calories would y'all recommend? I want to lose my 12 pounds healthily
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Scared but hopeful
Hi everyone! I'm new to the community and generally new to all things health. I really need to lose weight for health purposes (and boy would I eventually love a flatter belly) but I'm scared of becoming obsessed with calorie counting and developing an eating disorder. I'm a very anxious person and I know I'm prone to…
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New Here
Hi, everyone. My name is Elena and I'm feeling anxious and excited to start this journey. A couple of months ago, I made the decision to get off of adderall, a stimulant medication used to treat ADHD. For the approx. 10 years I was prescribed, I enjoyed the appetite suppressant qualities of the medication as well the boost…