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A fitness trainer friend of mine told me that losing weight is 80% diet and 20% exercise. Be aware (as others have mentioned in this topic) that the calories MFP calculates that you burn during exercise is an estimate. I purchased a Polar FT4 heart rate monitor to use during my workouts. It consists of a chest strap Added…

Thank you for sharing your entry! You are doing great! :)

I am looking for new friends to interact with on MFP. I am interested in meeting other like minded people - those who are looking to make a lifestyle change, not a just quick fix. I believe exercise is essential in order to achieve my fitness (and wellness) goals. I believe that eating a balanced, healthy "diet" is the way…

I am looking for new friends to interact with on MFP. I am interested in meeting other like minded people - those who are looking to make a lifestyle change, not a just quick fix. I believe exercise is essential in order to achieve my fitness (and wellness) goals. I believe that eating a balanced, healthy "diet" is the way…

Glad to find this post! I have been juicing for a while but I am looking into the Nutribullet too!

I try to keep my breakfast at around 300 cals.

Welcome to MFP :) I love this site... the encouragement and insight I have received on here has really helped me on my journey. My life-long, life-changing journey to becoming a healthier me. Best wishes to ya!

Must try! Thanks for sharing :)

I'm turning 30 this year as well. I've been on MFP since July and it has proven to be such a help on my journey. I wish you all the best!

Here's my take on diet pills... Are you planning to take them for the rest of your life? Sure, they may help you lose weight faster, but in the long run, is that really better? I pretty much feel the same about "diet food" as well. Stick to a healthy diet with the right calorie intake to reach your goals and exercise.…

I've noticed that too! Amazing, isn't it?!

This site has been an incredible help to me on my journey. I hope it is for you as well. Feel free to add me as a friend if you would like :)

Welcome to MFP! I am fairly new also (been on here almost 2 months) and this site has really helped me on my weightloss journey. It helps to have an encouraging community with a common goal. Feel free to friend me if you'd like.

SW (9/18)- 240.5 Week 1 (9/25)- Week 2 (10/2)- Week 3 (10/9)- Week 4 (10/16)- Week 5 (10/23)- Week 6 (10/30)- Week 7 (11/6)- Week 8 (11/13)- Week 9 (11/20)- Week 10 (11/27)- Week 11 (12/4)- Week 12 (12/11)- Week 13 (12/18)- Week 14 (12/25)- Goal weight- 220

Sounds good to me!

I prefer the elliptical to the treadmill. I find it more interesting than walking on a treadmill and I burn more calories on the elliptical.

I'd like the recipe too :) I've been missing Pesto...

I'd like the recipe too :) I've been missing Pesto...

Childhood obesity is becoming more and more of an epidemic. I would have to read the book in order to get a proper idea of the angle at which the author(s) are going at the subject, but it sounds like the book stresses healthy eating habits and exercise.

Great job!

Welcome! This is my first week as well. Best wishes to you! :happy:

Welcome! I am new to MFP also. Feel free to add me if you'd like :smile:

You can do it! :smile:

Thank you for your tips! I am amazed at how much more energy I have and how much better I feel in just the 2 weeks I've been exercising.