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Disabled + Rowing Obese Class I (BMI 32.6), 68 years, w/ MS and bad hip repair ???
I just bought a Concept 2 Rower. I've watched rowing vids and "understand" what my proper form should be, and how to execute it. Doing it is the problem! Specifically, moving my hips/bending knees/moving my body forward on each row!! BACKGROUND: I'm 68, male, out-of-shape and never an exercise person my entire life. I was…
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How can I start exercising?
Hello, I am new to this. I'm not very healthy right now, and I know it's probably important to start doing some exercise. But, I don't know where to really start and I kind of lack the motivation? Even when I really want to, I just can't get myself to do it. I don't know how to work on this :( I want to do better & be…
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I have returned with a new purpose
Hello. Lots of changes since I was here last. My daughter needs the support of her dad and I need to lose a few pounds too. So we're doing this together. Wish us luck!
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any tips or help with motivation to lose 25 lbs?
I’m 18 years old, female, 5’8 and currently 164 lbs. i have been unhappy with my body all of my teen years and am trying to become more toned, fix bad eating habits, and reach around 135-145(whatever I feel best at) I was wondering if anyone had any tips or help with motivation :) I do strength training/ occasionally…
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Exercise everyday for a month starting 19th May 2025
I hate how I'm not consistent, especially with long hour shifts at work, I should still atleast have time to do 20 minutes minimum of some sort of exercise. So I have started this for my own accountability but if anyone wants to do the same then feel free to contribute. Exercises could be as simple as stretching, to…
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Losing it now!!
hey! I’m new to this weight loss stuff. I want to look good the next time I go on vacation, and just looking to feel more confident around campus!
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Im trying to lose weight what can i do besides the walks i take in the morning?
On a good week i get 10000 steps everyday but sometimes i dont go out at all and only walk >1000 steps a week. I dont like doing cardio alone and have a friend with me when i do go walk. Im currently at 211Lb and wanna get to 175Lb before September what can i do?
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Trans guy needs tips
hey I'm a trans guy that's been on hrt for 6 months now I would love any tips to gain more muscle and fat and fill my body out to look more masc!! (pls dont reply if you're gonna be negative)
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Adding exercises
Is anyone one else having trouble adding exercises? Since an update I now have to go to the main screen, scroll down a bit, hit exercise and then search thru 3 different tabs to find exercises I previously saved. And you can't go back and add an exercise if you forgot to add it the previous day.
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IM FAT
hi, im joseph and i am addicted to beer and foods that wont help me supplementing my goals. Time to change that!
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Would you spend $5-$7 on a fresh customizable protein shake after your workout ?
would you purchase a fresh shake at your local fitness center if the price was reasonable?
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Odd tips and tricks??
Can anyone give me any odd tips or tricks that is usually not said or heard of? Just wanna know
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Expand exercise logging options with Loseit
I was getting frustrated with the limited exercise options in My Fitness Pal. For example, if I do two hours of difficult yardwork no, my only option is raking leaves. Then I remembered that I still have the LoseIt! app on my iphone. LoseIt! has a fantastic database of exercise exercises. LoseIt! has a free version. You…
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Weight gain status
Since there aren't many of us with this particular goal, I thought I'd create a thread where we gainers could share our status, issues, concerns, or questions. I think we could all learn much from each other and get some support as needed. I'll start. I'm recovering from an illness and dealing with golfers elbow, so it's…
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Help
Hello helloHello, my name is Annette. I am just starting this weight loss journey again. I am really, really going to succeed this time and it's gonna stick around longer than here before. I would welcome any helpful suggestions. That you may have um kind of new. To this app, and it's kind of confusing, I would really…
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20+ lbs down, looking for MFP friends!
I'm new and just started really locking in, lets stay motivated together. Still figuring out the app so any advice is welcomed. [edited by staff]
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Tired of the Same Routine? What Helps You Push Through?
We strive to find balance and rhythm in work, training, and life. However, the biggest challenge is that things become monotonous and boring after a while, leading to a loss of motivation. How do you handle this, and what solutions do you propose?
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Aussie accountabil-abuddies, add me now!
So. Like many of us, I have have been here and done this a few times before. I actually met my goals for the first time in my life with MFP, but life got in the way and although I’m not quite back where I started, I’m not too far off and any habits I had, especially when it comes to exercise and activity, have completely…
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Workouts
You all are amazing! Wow! So I am trying to start, I will be 62 this year and really need to get my rear in gear. How do you start? My neighbors are all at the YMCA but my husband lost his job and we cannot afford it. Sounds stupid the Y and can't afford - but it's real and we will be tightening up our budget even more.…
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Looking for MFP friends in their 30's
Add me if you're looking for friends who are also on their fitness journey. I love being inspired and motivated. We are still in our prime! We can help eachother out and share tips. I have been tracking my progress on my social and so far I've lost over 20 lbs. I'm excited to meet like minded individuals. 😁 -lilms.strange
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Location
I am from Northern Minnesota, Have 3 boys all grown. Widow of about 10 years. Live with my younger two boys . I can no longer work, due to arthritis in knees, and bad hip. Have large yellow lab and good size house cat that is a muted tabby. Started Sail program, which is senior women exercise program. Volunteer one day a…
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Calorie count for weightlifting
I don’t know why there’s a section that includes lifting weights and a selection of what the exercises are, only to get to the bottom and have it say N/A. I work out hard resistance training and it’s not just cardio that results in weight loss. For decades we’ve known this. You can get the same results with weight training…
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What's one small fitness habit that made a huge difference for you?
When it comes to fitness, it’s not just about intense workouts or strict diets. Often, the small, consistent habits make the biggest difference over time, in both our bodies and minds. Maybe it was drinking a bit more water, choosing the stairs, stretching each morning, or simply showing up even when your motivation was…
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Cannot record exercise
Hi, has anyone else had difficulty in recording exercise today? TryTrying to enter exercise but that function seems suddenly inactive and won't bring up the exercises list to add to the diary.
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My first time on here need advice
Hi i need advice on how to lose weight im 5”7 205 pounds im kinda chubby but its mainly from muscle on my legs from softball but i need to lose my stomach before summers over so give me advice plzz
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My first time on here need advice
Hi i need advice on how to lose weight im 5”7 205 pounds im kinda chubby but its mainly from muscle on my legs from softball but i need to lose my stomach before summers over so give me advice plzz
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workout
If you have a late-night workout—should you still have a protein shake with water, even if it’s as late as 11 p.m.?
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Problem with adding exercise in the myfitnesspal ap
Anyone having problems with adding exercise in the myfitnesspas ap. Just started yesterday.
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Im dumb any tips welcomed
Goodmorning! So I know basically nothing about nutrition, working out or just being healthy. So really any information or tips and tricks would be nice. I weighted over 250 lbs before and I honestly have no idea how I got to 190 my new starting weight. Maybe it was my super active job? I am about 178 now haven't weighted…
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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…