My Diet Partner

luulu1999

I have a "diet partner" and I use that term very loosely....she was diagnosed with Diabetes so she decided she needed to lose some weight to keep from being on insulin all the time....I would think that would be a great motivator but she is a horrible partner lol.....we work together and live in the same town so we are suppose to walk together, every time we go and walk she has a reason she can't so far this AM she had yogurt and granola for breakfast then had a bag of chips and a cupcake!!! its only 1030a....i have come to the conclusion that she doesn't really want to lose weight and I keep doing what I can to keep her on track but she wont drink water she does a few things here and there but then does something like eating cupcakes to derail her efforts!! Anyone else have a bad diet partner?

footiechick82

I can't call them "diet partners"... but there are women at work that constantly come to me asking me for advice and when I give it to them they tell me "oh but..."

Really? "Oh but?" excuses aren't going to get you anywhere! It's annoying!!! One woman told me she wanted to come to the gym with me... I said "Great! lets go!" BUT, she forgot her gym stuff. Today she has it, so I gave her a workout to do, we will see if she dedicates herself this time.

I go everyday, regardless if I'm walking with a limp or like a penguine from my legs being sore or if I can't lift my arms. I GO!

I guess people just don't have the dedication/motivation to really be the best they can be :ohwell:

ElyseL1

more like friends who try to sabatoge me when we hang out. But hey just let it roll off your back and dont worry about it. You cannot control other ppl just try to be a good role model and hopefully eventually it will click for t hem.

Gramps251

Set up your plan (eating and exercise) and stick to it. If your "partner" shows up cool, if not cool. Don't use her as an excuse. You'll be happy you stuck to it and will have something to show for your time and energy.

daubna08

Oh yes I hear you. I find it very frustrating. I am not the perfect workout partner either but when I go to the gym I like to actually get a work out! A few of my friends I've stopped going with since they are just lazy when it comes to the gym. 10 minutes on an elliptical and then watching me the rest of the time because they are ready to go. Luckily, I do have 3 good work out buddies that are very motivational and I'm so grateful for them! You just have to find who works for you because you don't want to sacrifice your good workout just because your partner isn't motivated.

lisaabenjamin

At the end of the day, SHE has to be the one to make the changes and if she can't or rather won't, then by all means be encouraging but don't let her drag you down! I'd get a new diet partner if I were you, or at least have a serious talk with your current one to let her know that you don't feel like she's being very supportive to you.

luulu1999

i keep telling her I need a new diet partner...but I don't let her persuade me...she asked about 3 times if I wanted a cupcake and I kept telling her no....but I have been sticking with my diet and I don't do as much exercise as I need to or want to but I just can't find the time right now between work school and tball I will be going on my walk/run this evening but one day a week isn't gonna really help!! Hopefully after my sons tball is over Ill be able to go at least 3 days though

ElyseL1

there are little things that you can do to add in exercise and it will make a difference. Park in the farthest stall at the supermarket or school. Carry a handbasket instead of a cart if you are only picking up a few things. Everything adds up in the long run. and if you arent very active to begin with it will make a difference.