This guide is your no-nonsense walkthrough for using MyFitnessPal (MFP) to track your nutrition and hit your goals. Whether you’re brand new to calorie tracking or just want to get more out of the app, this covers everything you need—from setting up your account and customizing your diary, to logging meals, tracking macros, and even handling those tricky situations like eating out or dealing with exercise calories.

You’ll get step-by-step instructions (with screenshots) on how to set your own calorie and macro targets, add foods accurately, create recipes and meals, and share your diary with a coach or friend for extra accountability. There are also tips for avoiding common mistakes, like tracking cooked vs. uncooked weights, and making sure your numbers are as accurate as possible.

The whole point is to make calorie tracking simple and effective, so you can focus on what matters: building better habits, fueling your training, and making real progress. If you want to take the guesswork out of nutrition and actually see results, this guide will help you get there—one meal at a time.