Hi everyone
 

I'm really excited about joining and am looking forward to meeting everyone. I was wondering if most people here are on some sort of a program, i.e. Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, or if they just kind of use common sense and do their own thing? I don't really have a plan just yet, but I know I want to get healthier! :carrot:

Motivation is a big hinderance for me and I love convenience, such as fast food a bit too much. Any advice for beginners?

Thanks!

Hi and welcome to 3FC!

I am a calorie counter. We have a Diet Central here full of info on all sorts of eating plans, you can check it out here - http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/#diet-central


Good luck with your goals :cheer3:

Hugs
Michelle

That's the wonderful thing around here, there's something for everyone and there' tons of info to make decisions and decide what fits you best. I'm a calorie counter too, whole foods and mostly plants. Good luck and welcome aboard!

Welcome, Shellsy. Five days a week, I am on the ediets Fresh Prepared program (home delivery meal service). On the weekends, I count calories. It has worked well for me. As onderchic and tummygirl pointed out, there is a lot of information here about many different plans. I think it is important to find what works for you and what you can live with for the long haul.

Best of luck on your weight loss journey; I am glad you joined us!

Cheers,

J

shellsy - I'm new here as well; just joined today.

I think you're smart to join and educate yourself on the various methods of weight loss. I agree with everyone who says you have to decide what method works best for you and for your lifestyle.

Best of luck on your weight loss journey!

Thanks for the advice everyone. I'll definitely check out the site and see what might work best for me.

Welcome. I am on Omnifast and just joined today. I am a carb counter since my recent diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. All this dieting and counting is foreign to me. Kudos to you for wanting to become healthier.

Welcome!! This is a wonderful place where I have gotten lots of support, encouragement and motivation!

Good Luck on your Weight Loss Journey.

Belinda
Former Fast Food Junkie!! LOL

Welcome to 3FC! :wave: I'm glad you're here! Surf around and settle in. We have forums based on age, eating plan, exercise, and more!

Be sure to check out the 100 lb Club for lots of support!

I was wondering, for those of you who are calorie counters, is there a certain program or website you use as a guide. For instance, I was wondering how you make sure you're getting all the food groups into your diet on a daily basis.

I am a calorie counter and I use sparkpeople.com

Calorie counter here. It is free, flexible, and perfect for losing AND maintenance.

Along with calorie counting:
6 small meals each day
Mostly whole foods diet
Moderate exercise daily
Balance - protein/fat/carbs - 30/30/40

I'm a calorie counter and sparkpeople.com changed my life. (maybe they will see that and let me do a commercial LOL)\

No really though. If instant gratification and recognition for your hard work is your thing, sparkpeople is awesome.

I love this place too, it's the people, encouragement, love and the support behind all the math and science of dieting and building your fitness.

Just burn more than you eat :D

I'm a calorie counter and use sparkpeople.

Along with that I'm eating a whole foods, plant based diet and exercise.

Okay thanks. I'll definitely check out sparkpeople..sounds like a good place! :carrot:

:wel3fc: Hi Shellsy!

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated, inspired and entertained whatever plan you decide to follow!

There are lots of people here with more to lose and lots with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here a short time myself, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of cheating or giving up.


So welcome aboard - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!