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Let's lose 20-30 lbs. by New Year's Eve, 2025!
Hi, and Welcome! I'm in a few other challenges, but I'd like to start a new one, beginning Wednesday, May 28th, 31 weeks until New Year's Eve. Since I am now within 20-30 lbs. of my desired weight goal (to get below 25.0 BMI), I thought it would be good to start a new challenge that could help me to achieve my goal by…
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Hi!
Here to learn & for encouragement 💚 Thank you
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Better eating habits
Hi all! My name is Hayley and i’m here trying to gain some weight. I struggle with eating enough everyday and a lot of the time if i’m stressed or anxious i don’t get the sense of hunger/ no longer have hunger pangs and don’t eat. I’m gluten free but not celiac. Any tips would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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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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🍃🍂 September Daily Check-in and Logging Challenge🍃🍂
It’s September! 🍃🍂 Jump in and join if you’re new, and if you’re already here… welcome back friends! This is your challenge, so post your individual goals and let’s get moving! 👣The focus this month is on movement of any kind. Striving for progress and not perfection. 🥰 Jill and the gang!
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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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Challenges for Over 65 women
Looking for others who are in the same boat!
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Women over 50 | Food Noise | Mounjaro | All the challenges that come during and after
Hello, My name is Lee, I'm from Melbourne Australia. I am 56 yrs old. I started my Mounjaro journey in April this year. My starting weight was 140.3kg and is now 123.1kg My goal weight is 80kg I started this post because I feel there is a need for support for those (including me) that deals with a lot of "food noise".…
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Old newbie
Howdy, all! My name is Anna, and I’ve been on and off this train so many times in my adult life. Usually, I get healthy and lose weight, become complacent with my progress, then slowly fall off until I gain more than what I had lost and start the cycle all over again. I’m currently the most I’ve EVER weighed, at 193lbs.…
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Diverticulitis is NOT going to be death of me!
Hi y’all, I’m Kim from central Texas. 57 (and a half! lol) and I am struggling. Tomorrow will be four full weeks of being sick from my third diverticulitis flare-up, but this one is a doozy. Last time I was on a scale was two weeks ago at my doctor’s office, and at that point I’d lost 15 lbs since the last time I’d seen…
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Newbie
hello Wanting to change my eating habits and try some fasting as well. Welcoming any helpful tips, to start out?
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Hi Everyone
Hi Everyone. I have been using this app for 2 months and I depend on it. I recently lost my wife and have had to learn how to cook for myself. I can boil stuff and microwave everything but my fitness pal has been so helpful. I am happy to meet new friends and be apart of their healthy eating journey.
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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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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 at it.
This has been a very difficult year health-wise. I've spent most of the year incapacitated and as a person was cerebral palsy that a very scary proposition. I am now 52 lb over my goal weight struggling to maintain my mobility. The goal at this point it's a stay out of it wheelchair. So I'm here looking for support but…
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Which single fitness habit do you think will matter the most 10 years from now — and why?
We all know fitness isn’t just about today — it’s about building habits that last a lifetime. Is it strength training to stay mobile? Daily walking for heart health? Or maybe prioritizing sleep and recovery? Your answer could inspire someone else in the community to rethink their own routine.
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Beginner Body Weight Exercises
Just a few questions from a curious mind here. 👋 •What are some of your favorite beginner home exercises? •What does your week of area routines if you follow a plan of such look like for you? (Leg day, chest day, back day, etc) •What YouTubers or Pinterest Boards inspire your fitness? •What are some basic, beginner…
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Slow Metabolism After 30 ? What Science Really Says?
People often say your metabolism drops once you hit 30, but research shows it actually stays pretty stable until around age 60. What usually changes is lifestyle and less movement, muscle loss, stress, or sleep issues , not a sudden crash in calorie burn. The good news is strength training, staying active, and eating…
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“Which fitness habit will matter most 10 years from now?”
This makes people think long-term about their health instead of quick results. It sparks deep reflection on sustainable habits like walking, sleep, or nutrition.
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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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what exercises can i do to grow muscle in my glutes and shoulders?
i am 5"6 and ~160lbs — if that helps. I go to the gym regularly and own some dumbbells (ranging from 1lb to 15lbs). I lift almost every day because of wrestling:) Xo, Red 🎸🔥
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Hello
I am new to the community looking to vibe with like minded people to bounce off of and motivate each other.
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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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Introduction
Hi , I'm Sunethra. From past 4 months ,was dying hard to lose weight, but consistency lacked in me and wasn't able to control my food . So looking forward on how this app can change me
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Back with a vengeance
I started using MFP about 8 years ago and lost about 50 lbs. Maintenance was my downfall. Finding what works can be a challenge. I decided not to follow any diets out there. I’m 59 next month so this must be a lifestyle permanent change. Before this morning, I was willingly putting poison in my mouth through processed…
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Intro
Hello all, My name is Jarrett Osei, and I am looking to start a career in health & wellness through online accountability coaching. Nice to meet you all.
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Hey y’all!!
Let’s motivate and lose weight!!
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I’m back…. Again
Hello All! It has been a few hot minutes since I was committed to my health and well-being and I realized I need to get back on it. I am signed up for a hike in October and have been struggling with training consistently and work in an office, so not a lot of activity on a daily basis. Would love to connect with people and…