FrancisCV7 Member

Bear with me here: "Before I started kettlebell training, I had never considered trying an instructor led fitness class. I had lost 25 pounds by working out on my own and making healthier food choices, so, I'd never really felt the need to join a class. However, once I signed up with my local kettlebell gym I regretted not…

Hello, Kristen! Your story is so inspiring!! Congratulations are in order not only for your engagement, but for the success on your fitness journey. You're the epitome of hard work and dedication! Keep up the great work. I'll be crossing my fingers for you to win that wedding dress contest! :D Best wishes!

Hello, Sylvia! MFP is great for ideas and support! There are so many like-minded individuals on here all with the same goal--GETTING TO A HEALTHIER PLACE. Remember, with any advice that you get, just take a second and back it up with some of your own research. Dont be afraid to try different things until you find what…

MFP is super helpful! Logging your meals and tracking your workouts has never been so easy. It's great to help keep you accountable, and with so many like-minded people on here, you'd be hard pressed to NOT find someone with similar goals as you! :) I had a lot of success my first go-around with MFP and i'm hoping to be…

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You're absolutely right! Deciding to get into shape shouldn't be about being skinny, it should be about having a healthier lifestyle and having a more functional body. Having a nice looking beach body is just an added perk! Best wishes on your fitness journey!

Welcome back! Admittedly, I too, took a bit of hiatus from MFP. But i'm back and ready to stick with it :D

Ah! I can sympathize with you! I lost about 25 pounds using MFP and a fitbit, and unfortunately gained a lot of it back. Time to get back on the wagon! :)

Hello, Elosie! That's awesome that you already have the exercise portion down, and it's a better time than ever to start eating healthier. I like that you acknowledge, because there is this notion that the only point of getting in shape is about looking skinny-WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY NONSENSE. Getting in shape should be about…

Hello, Becky! That's awesome to hear that you've already lost so much weight! Fantastic job. As you already know motivation is going to be just as important as your dedication to reach your fitness goals. Luckily, MFP has plenty of that :) Feel free to add me, I've been with MFP long enough to know I can get results, and…

Hello there! Your story is very motivating! It sounds like there is a lot riding on your fitness journey, so no time like the present to get started on it! My advice, stay PERSISTENT. Remember why you're doing this--FOR A HEALTHIER YOU! Motivation is going to be just as important as your dedication. Best wishes, and happy…

Hello, Katy! You're going to love MFP! It sounds like a lot of work, but tracking your meals and logging your workouts really couldn't be easier with the app. With some dedication on your end, and the proper support and motivation, I PROMISE you will reach whatever your fitness goals are! And speaking of support and…

While I don't have any kids, I can sympathize with the fluctuating weight. Life wasn't meant to be easy, if it was we'd all be billionaires, right? ;) Just have to power through and remember that tomorrow is a new day to become a better version of our self from the day before!! Feel free to add me, I log daily and am…

Hello, Baileigh! If you're new to MFP, you're going to love it! Tracking your foods and logging your exercises has never been so easy. Plus, there are sooo many supportive and motivational people on here, it's great!! I'm on here daily, so feel free to add me :)

Ah! Yeah that's where I bought mine as well. I'd say it's pretty accurate. I use mine for measuring dry pasta-- 2oz is not a lot :-(

Starting off with lighter weights. Ensuring you have good form, because form triumphs over reps! Supposedly it's also lighter weight and more reps for toning, and then heavier weight but less reps for muscle building.

Hello, Tammy! Congrats on kicking the habit. Despite having never smoked myself, I can still empathize and understand that it must've taken a lot of willpower to quit smoking! Now, in terms of getting back into shape having a strong support system is absolutely vital. It'll be alright if your boyfriend doesn't join you at…

Hello, Hannah! Partially dislocated hip and shoulders!? Ouch! Glad you've recovered from that :) Reaching your target weight by the summer time is definitely attainable. Logging your foods and workouts daily with MFP will help keep you accountable, and you'll really be able to see what is in the foods that you're putting…

Was there a particular brand of food scale you were thinking of? I'm not at home at the moment so I couldn't tell ya which one I use, but I think they're pretty accurate.

Hello Natasha! Im in the same boat, had used MFP, solidly, for a couple years but then fell off the wagon. I'm happy to say that I'm back and ready to stick with it!! I'm on here daily and will gladly help keep you motivated!! Feel free to add me :)

Cardio!...obviously. Any exercise that keeps your heart rate elevated for an extended period will burn the most calories. Speed roping (jump roping), is a great high-intensity, low-impact workout. 60 seconds on (as fast as you can), then 30 seconds rest. Repeat for 15 minutes. You'll feel it in your calves, and should feel…

Hello, Rebecca! I've never done insanity but I've heard great things, and with it being your second go around you must really be "insane" ;) Congratulations with the baby, wishing you the best for your fitness journey!! I'll send you an invite!

Well hello!! You'll definitely find many people through MFP that are dedicated to making a lifestyle change and getting to a healthier place. I, personally, can vouch that using MFP can help someone see results! Feel free to add me :)

I have been there before (using MFP intermittently), but I also know that using MFP can be a great to get results. I would love to help motivate ya! Feel free to add me :)

Why hello! My name is Francis, and Im great for support and motivation. While I am not new to MFP, I have used it enough to know that it works! Feel free to add me :)

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Nice streak, way to go! I'm in the same boat, I need to RE-start taking this seriously. Let's do this! :)

Had lost 24 pounds my first go around with MFP, gained a bunch back :/ Looking to get back to where I was!

Well, welcome back! I, too, admittedly have had my bouts of inconsistent logging, but there's never a bad time to get back on the wagon :D Let's do this!!

By having a larger calorie deficit your expected weight loss will indeed be higher. But your BMR is how many calories your body requires just to function. So by not eating toward that number, you're denying your body the energy it needs. However, your body is pretty clever, to get the energy it needs it'll start by…