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Bay Area female looking for a possible workout buddy
I know it's a log shot... But I'm a 22 yo female looking for a possible workout buddy. Maybe someone to go on walks with or go to the gym with. Basically someone to build a friendship with in terms of support and motivation for each other. I live in Hayward, CA and would prefer someone who has a large amount of weight to…
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Afraid to Start
I'll probably sound like a broken record to many of you... but I'm afraid to start! I've had the C25K app downloaded on my phone for over three weeks now. I opened it once while sitting in bed. That's it. I opened it... and was like, uhm- I don't think so. I HATE to run! I hate, hate, hate it. I have horrible posture, a…
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Motivation Beads
A looooooong time ago I saw something on tumblr (yeah yeah) that I thought was really cool. This person would add a bead to a long string every time she was under or at her calorie intake limit. I've always wanted to do it, and finally years later, I have! Some MFP friends I should share my idea, so here we are.…
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Popsicles
Hey all! I recently found a recipe online for "cookie dough ice pops" that used almond milk, brown sugar, and mini chocolate chips- and it seems like, in moderation of course, a great low cal treat. I'm completely obsessed with the idea of making popsicles. I figure to avoid too much fruit juice b/c of sugar... but not…
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How likely is an initial gain?
I've been watching my intake, and exercising for a few days now... and while, no, I don't expect to see any significant loss yet (maybe a tenth of a lb or something, but not really even that)... I didn't really expect to gain either. I weighed in a 206 two days ago, and weighed in today at 211. I'm seriously discouraged…
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22 year old looking to lose 80+ lbs
Hi there! I'm 22 years old and just finishing up my ba, an on my way to being a teacher! Three years ago I lost 60 lbs through a seriously restrictive diet (anywhere from 500-800 cal a day) and crazy amounts of exercise. I've had problems in the past, since I was in middle school, with extreme destructive eating (or lack…
