Christinebell65

I agree. Motivation has always been a problem for me. I make other things the priority, I want food NOW, or want to skip exercise NOW, instead of being able to choose with long-term rewards in mind. In the marshmallow studies, where kids were told they could eat one marshmallow now or WAIT and get two marshmallows later, I…

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I find that even if I don't track food exactly... just checking in and reading posts really helps so... good for you!

Hi and welcome. I'm new as well. Just back from a long time away from My Fitness Pal and 10 extra pounds I'll have to lose again. I'm 47 with about 80 pounds to lose. At just 5'2" my body has really taken a beating from the extra weight. Bone spurs, fallen arch, sore and achy joints. I'm glad to be back on track and back…

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I'm new to clean eating and new to this group. I'm back after months away from MFP. Looking to learn from members and stay on track. Thank you all for your contributions.

Hello, I am 48 and overweight almost all my life. Life is getting harder as I age and still carry 75 extra pounds. Have done well recording food and exercise on MFP but stopped tracking last year. Since then, 5-10 pounds back on. I think that adding the community component with support from other might help.

Third day complete with exercise daily and food log. Brought home take-out food without planning ahead. Oh dear... I logged calories after eating dinner. Mistake! Next time will look up food BEFORE I eat it! Lesson learned.

Hello Group, I'm just starting a health program though my job's wellness benefit. I am on a mission to loss 40 lbs. before stepping on board a cruise ship headed for Alaska in July. My longtime friend's parents will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The cruise will include hiking excursions which I am bound…