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Exercise control via exercise
Whenever I feel like I've hit rock bottom in life I attack my weight. When it feels like nothing is in my control I forcefully take control over my body with rigorous exercise/dieting because if I can make progress there (getting fit has been my biggest challenge throughout my life), than I can hopefully find the…
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losing weight & gaining muscle at same time?
Hi all! So I started my 1200 calorie journey January 2. SW was 146. GW: 115-120. CW: 131. female/5'2/37 y/o. To lose one pound to 1.5 pounds a month, I have to eat 1200 b/c I'm barely 5'2. I've lost 15 lbs in 3 months. For the first time ever, I decided to incorporate strength training into my exercise routine due to the…
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Food for fertility
Hi everyone! I've had the app for a few years but never really utilised it until now. I'm currently 33 and have been trying to get pregnant for nearly 2 years. I had a miscarriage last year and I'm now trying to lose weight and eat healthier to increase the odds of a successful pregnancy. Does anyone have any go to recipes…
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Looking for Advice.. weight loss plateau
5'2" 34 Yr old Female.. CW: 122 lbs.. SW: 145.. GW: 115-118? I workout 5 days a week (lift/strength train for 35-50 mins, end with 20 mins cardio on stationary bike) | focus on macros of: (40/40/20) 125 grams protein 55 grams fat 62 grams carbs. Consume roughly 1200-1400 calories a day depending on how I feel. I practice…
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Hello everybody
Just thought I would say hello I'm 49 and a double heart attack survivor, I also suffer with depression and I'm also overweight, I'm on here to change my life a round, I ve decided to go weight training route, I'll keep you all updated be safe everyone
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Working out when you are overworked
I spend a majority of my day stuck behind a desk and sitting stationary for hours on end. What are some tips or trick to get in movement/exercise when you are expected to be at your desk working?
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Meal Replacement Shakes
Tomorrow I start my journey with meal replacement shakes. Is there anyone on this path to weight loss? And how's it going? I'm shooting for 6 months to a year.
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Nutrition re Diabetes and Pancreatitis
Hi! I just got back from hospital from a bad attack of acute pancreatitis. I never want to experience that again! Also I'm a type 2 diabetic. Can anyone recommend a diet, or foods or macros to seek or avoid, that would help with weight loss and overall health in light of both my diabetes and pancreatitis? I already…
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This is just for accountability for working out
I will be using this for accountability. My goal is to burn a minimum of 400cal through exercise daily. I'm using my phone for tracking. I invite people to join this. Also, this is from a person with mental health issues (borderline personality disorder, depression, and general anxiety disorder) I am more than 2 years…
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No to Ozempic - No to Diabetes Type 2 -Hello Friends?
Hello! I signed up today and have a rather long story (don’t we all?) “You have diabetes!” my doctor told me last Tuesday and it shocked me. I knew it was coming. Last year in April I was already prediabetic. And what did I do? Nothing! I continued living in denial land. I had it coming. I am heavily overweight (348 lbs…
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how many people on here have used this and its worked?
I've been using it for the last Couple of weeks and it's defo helping me stay on track anyone else finding it easier to stay on track
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Down 40lbs in 100 days! Stay committed!
I made a commitment to my nutrition November 1st. 30 days later i made a commitment to the gym. 30 days later i made a commitment to myself that i would keep my head down and keep grinding. Do it for yourself, stay strong, and consistent! You will surprise yourself with how far you go!
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🏆🏆Looking for success? I've FOUND IT!! A picture is worth 1000 words (TY TY MFP!) 288 to 178!
A picture is worth a thousand words. From 288 to 178! How did I do this? By myself? My own knowledge? NO WAY!! I had gone from 288 to 256 that way, but was already not progressing in 2010! I did an online search and found a site now closed. When that site (Sparkpeople) closed we went looking for another weight loss group…
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Aloha I am new to my fitness pal!!
Aloha everyone, My name is Kai and I am so excited to get back in shape. I'm looking to connect with others and provide mutual support and encouragement here! Please reach out and let's workout together. Mahalo, Kai
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Hi guys! My weight is stubbornly stuck on 80, I can’t seem to get it down! What should I do?
Im trying to get it down to 65 eventually. Im unable to understand why and how its stuck!
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Keto Re-starter
It's been years since I've done Keto. I lost a ton on it and felt great. I need to start off my fridge/cabinets on the right path! Could you share some key Keto items you keep around the house?
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What am I doing?
Been trying to hack it with Weight Watchers but I'm not, well, hacking it. In the past I've had the most success doing KETO. The problem was maintaining it as a lifestyle. So maybe I'll start out with Keto to lose the bulk of the weight, then switch to WW for maintenance. Has anyone tried this and been successful?
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💖💖Advice to my younger self, I wish I could of said💖💖
If you could of told your youngest self how strong you are what would say? I'd tell her "inside of you is a strong woman who will overcome so much in life and you'll not only survive you'll thrive!! YOU CAN DO THIS!" A part of this has been done thanks to belonging to the 5% Challenge losing 173 lbs. Come and join us on…
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Introduction
Hey, I am Britanie. I have 3 little girls and they are "unintentionally" asking about mommy's weight/ size, that doesn't mean it doesn't hurt. I was never a large person, as a kid I was typically the smallest, but after 3 kids and lifestyle choices I am up over 200 lbs. I am down from 290 to 210, but I still have a long…
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Fitness newbie from So California
Hello everyone , looking to network and make new friends here to support and hear feedback and tips from . Could use a supportive group through my journey .
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60% Protein 20% Fat 20% Carbs Diet
Any ideas where I can find 60% Protein 20% Fat 20% Carbs Diet meal plans?
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Type 2 diabetes and lost over 55 lbs , it’s just the beginning
So far in the last 2 weeks I’ve lost 6 lbs. I’ve cut carbs , eating more vegetables and fruits . I am horrible at running but started to jog two weeks ago and I have not only started a mile nonstop everyday during my lunch, today I hit 7 miles . I see more flab but hope other chocolate fiends or beer drinking people know…
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Type 2 diabetes and lost over 55 lbs , it’s just the beginning
So far in the last 2 weeks I’ve lost 6 lbs. I’ve cut carbs , eating more vegetables and fruits . I am horrible at running but started to jog two weeks ago and I have not only started a mile nonstop everyday during my lunch, today I hit 7 miles . I see more flab but hope other chocolate fiends or beer drinking people know…
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Transitioning focus from calorie counting to macro tracking
TW - ED'S So, Starting from tomorrow I am going to transition my focus onto my macros instead of my calories to try and start feeling healthy again. I've been having a hard time recently with my relationship with food and have recently relapsed on my Binge Eating Disorder. I have lost 120 lbs through being on a calorie…
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📢📢📢🏆🏆2024 Spring 5% Challenge - OPEN!🏆🏆📢📢📢
THE 2024 SPRING 5% CHALLENGE IS NOW OPEN!! Plz join and have fun as we lose 5% of our weight, improve our health and make new friends. Race to Fascinating Places for 10 WEEKS! Now you can write your own success story! Have a chat or post questions in the Airport Lounge Discussion. Your friends are welcome too. Start date…
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Hello my name is Edgar and I've been stuck at the same weight
Been trying to lose weight for a while now, and it's been going pretty well from 270 to 230. But now I'm stuck at 230 lbs. Drinking more water and eating more fruits seems helpful, but I'm curious if anyone else has some advice or tips! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated 🙏 #WeightLossStruggles #FitnessGoals
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Sometimes I just feel stuck! How I keep going when this happens ,,,, 💐💐💐
Over the past 10 weeks I've felt so stuck. I also am in a holding pattern awaiting surgery. I've been tracking my food, and exercising. There are times circumstances are beyond our control. This is the case I feel right now. One of all 4 of my parathryoids have a tumor on it/them. Since 99% of these are non cancerous that…