SIMPLE MYFITNESSPAL WALKTHROUGH
Here's how to use it without obsessing over lettuce and spiralling into calorie counting madness.
setting up your calorie goal
✅ Go to Settings > Goals > Weight Loss Per Week
✅ Set your goal to 1.5lbs per week (fat loss)
✅ Main focus should be calories and protein (not carbs and fats)
What to Track (And What Not To)
✅ Proteins (meats, eggs, Greek yogurt, cheese etc.)
✅ Carbs & fats (rice, pasta, potatoes, oils, nut butters, etc.)
✅ Snacks, drinks, sauces, and anything high-calorie
❌ Leafy salads
❌ Basic veg (spinach, cucumber, lettuce, peppers etc.)
❌ Black coffee & zero-cal drinks
Barcode & Search Tips
✅ Use the barcode scanner for packaged foods
✅ Double check entries - go for ones with ✔️ verified or “UK” next to them
✅ Do not use measurements such as "one plate" or "one bowl"
✅ Enter foods individually, rather than searching for meals
Don’t Let It Control Your Life
⚠️ If you’re stressing over hitting the exact number to the gram - relax
✅ Think 80–90% consistency
✅ Hit your protein, stay near your calories, and move on with your day
need help?
Still not sure you’re tracking right?
DM me @aaroncatonfitphysique and I’ll check if you’re on track.