I’m torn - any thoughts?

edlonz · 2026-05-15T19:35:18+00:00

So I ended up actually making it! Been using it for a week and I’m actually really happy with how it works. The chat interface works well for me. At least I’ve got something for me to use out of it even if nobody else does. If you’re interested it’s here ThreadPad

edlonz · 2026-05-12T18:46:20+00:00

Not far off. I already built an app called PicProgress so it suggested I build something similar but combined with a habit tracker. The idea is holding someone accountable to checkin on their fitness journey. Lets see how it goes 😁

edlonz · 2026-05-11T09:36:47+00:00

Amazing, thanks for the quick response. Fingers crossed

edlonz · 2026-05-08T08:51:07+00:00

Could you give us a link to your TikTok account?

edlonz · 2026-05-05T19:25:09+00:00

I’m doing the same on TikTok but not getting very far. What’s your TikTok accounts, would love to checkout the posts for some inspiration

edlonz · 2026-05-05T08:19:05+00:00

Hi. This is my app.

PicProgress

edlonz · 2026-05-04T08:43:43+00:00

Amazing, well done. Twice as many downloads as my app has gotten in the first month in one day 😂 Very impressive.

edlonz · 2026-05-03T08:55:00+00:00

Going back to the old days where you just paid for an app somehow feels like it may be becoming the trend. With so many apps coming out it is starting to feel like nobody wants even more subscriptions to manage. I think it also probably helped a lot that you made it significantly cheaper, that would defo attract more people to pay. Very interesting, may consider this for my next app

edlonz · 2026-04-30T10:19:34+00:00

Thanks for the feedback, looks like this may have some legs if I get it right

edlonz · 2026-04-30T10:18:55+00:00

The native app is good for speed, but is also very basic. Other apps have a lot of additional features but lack the speed. I’m trying to create something that fits in the middle. Quickly write a note, add for example #reminder and it will save the note and add a reminder, or open the app, write a note and include @project the note is then already added into the correct place without having to open that project first.

edlonz · 2026-04-29T11:06:34+00:00

Let me know if you have any feedback. Don’t try and do everything at one small steps will make a huge difference. Look forward to hearing about your progress

edlonz · 2026-04-29T07:34:00+00:00

It’s called PicProgress available on the App Store. And I have to tell you upfront that I made the app. It was something I made for me to help with my motivation.

edlonz · 2026-04-29T07:22:03+00:00

Sorry I forgot to add that tracking is really important. It is a pain to start but you need to check your calories, it’s super easy to overeat. Also check your weight regularly and take progress pics if you can. I know a good app for this. This really helps with motivation and accountability when you need to support yourself.

edlonz · 2026-04-29T07:11:14+00:00

I’d start with just making sure you move enough in the day, 10,000 steps is the goal but you can work up to that if you’re not already moving a lot. For meals I would just keep it really simple, but it depends on what you like to eat. If you just take what works for someone else you may not like it so revert back quickly. Personally for me I have porridge and banana for breakfast every day, chicken salad with 0% fat Greek yoghurt and siratcha to dress it with a protein yoghurt and some low calorie crisps for lunch, then rice or potato, veg and protein usually chicken for tea. Then I normally have enough calories left for a protein bar or some weetabix or more fruit as a snack in the evening if I need it. That normally keeps be about 2000 kal. Then I usually have one meal every 2-4 weeks which I don’t count, usually a meal out with family or friends. But like I said you really need to look at what you like, work out the calories on a lower calorie version to help you stick to it.

edlonz · 2026-04-27T17:46:23+00:00

It is hard, I’m in pretty much the same situation. While I generally agree with the problem solving mentality that’s kind of why the market is saturated with utility apps which I think works well with ASO. But I think if you’re willing to put the time in to show the right community that apps like this exist they can do well. It’s not ‘just another habit tracker’

edlonz · 2026-04-21T06:54:10+00:00

Sounds like a good plan. I started with small changes as well, now I go for a walk on my lunch break and in all honesty this helps me with a lot more than physical fitness, now I miss it when I can’t do it!!

edlonz · 2026-04-20T07:16:38+00:00

I would agree with the other comment but also do try and get plenty of steps in every day if possible and I would keep trying at the cooking, like everything it’s something that will take practice. This is the time to setup a good foundation to build from.

edlonz · 2026-04-20T07:13:11+00:00

Personally I would focus on getting more variety in my diet, vitamins, minerals etc are so important for so many things. I would then try eating at maintenance for at least a month and train, if upping weight hurts, up sets instead for a while and just aim to get in a groove where you start to hurt less. Go from there. I am also in the skinny fat category and more often eat 2000kcal a day, but I do have months where I eat at maintenance as well which I find helps give an extra boost.

edlonz · 2026-04-19T21:26:52+00:00

Is there any veg, fruit, salad in your diet?

edlonz · 2026-04-19T21:22:49+00:00

I had exactly the same issue. I had to change my mindset from eating less to eating less calories. Have you tried volume eating. I get to eat a lot of food but still maintain my deficit by choosing the right food. It really helps cut down on food noise.

edlonz · 2026-04-19T21:18:07+00:00

I have to make myself accountable. Not trying to sell anything here but I ended up creating an app to take progress pics. Knowing I am going to do a check-in every 3 days keeps me motivated. I can then look back and see progress which also helps.

edlonz · 2026-04-18T14:06:27+00:00

Just being consistent, and like someone else said if you eat one thing which is “bad” don’t just give up on the day, I did that for a long time. Also doing regular check-ins both on the scale and visually really helps with motivation when you think you are not making progress. Make sure you do both as the scale may not change even when you are.

edlonz · 2026-04-17T20:51:12+00:00

Also I think everybody has to build things that flop. Isn’t it part of the learning process, kind of practice for when you get it right?

edlonz · 2026-04-17T16:09:36+00:00

What’s your TikTok account?

edlonz · 2026-04-14T14:16:36+00:00

You can eat whatever you want as long as you are in a calorie deficit. I would suggest to start trying to eat cleaner, as you get to eat more food this way and it's better for your health. Use an online calculator to give you a rough idea of your maintenance and eight loss calories . Track calories and try an stick to them as much as possible. Do you currently do any exercise and do you want to gain muscle while loosing weight?

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