2017 Adopt a Noob Discussion

kirkwoodlvr

Hi!
I'm looking for a mentor! I've used MFP off and on for about 2 years but suck at staying on track for more than a few months at a time and I think what's missing is having someone to keep me accountable/mentor me! I'm 22 and from Portland, OR and I love being outdoors skiing, camping, biking, hiking etc. Working out is not really an issue for me it's something I enjoy and do often, but I know my diet needs a bit of an overhaul. So I'm really trying to focus my energy on getting my calorie count down and then figuring out what a good maintenance count looks like. I'm very friendly and log everything reliably (even when I regret it immediately after) and hoping for maybe a younger female mentor to help me out!
Thanks so much!

zcb94

zcb94 wrote: »

About me:
-60 pounds down, 30 to go
-recovering Type II Diabetic
-Christian young lady, willing to help a couple of Christian young ladies
-wheelchair/bed bound
-loved playing baseball
-uses a hand-bike, rides a horse for exercise
-not very knowledgeable about health but very caring and willing to listen and pray with you during struggles

About you (the noob):
-prepared to log every last bite, sip and exercise (open diary ideal but not vital)
-knowledgeable about the basics of health and how to use MFP as a tool
-willing to come here and at least briefly message me Every. Single. Day. No matter what! If I don't see you one day, I'll be nice and check in via message. If I still don't see you...goodbye.
-able to share your struggles and successes with others. I want to celebrate victory together and cry with you during defeat.

Just putting this back out there since several young ladies are posting "want ads."

aerofaerie

I'm kind of hoping to be adopted!

A little about me
Age: 27
Status: Single, never been married, no kids. I'm boring.
Work: CNA at a nursing home
Fitness tracker: fitbit alta
Starting weight: 328
Current weight: 312
First goal weight: 289
Final goal weight: 150

I'm not new to forums but I am new to mfp and I can't help but think I'm missing some features it would also be nice to not feel like I'm all alone on my journey.

pharmdkathy

I am relatively new to MFP. I started using it about 30 days ago to help me "tweak"/monitor my nutrition after hitting a weight loss plateau since the Nov/December.
I started working out in September 2016. My weight at that time was around 187lbs. I am 5ft 6in. I started with 21 day fix and it was great, the portion containers helps me visualize my portion sizes. I did great and saw amazing results, as well as increased muscles. I lift and do cardio with at least 1 active recovery day a week (usually Yoga or Pilates). I changed up my program to 21 Day Fix Extreme, a little more intense, when I hit the first plateau in October, and that worked I lost another 10 pounds. But then I hit another plateau, and have been trying to how to break through. I am currently doing Master's Hammer and Chisel, and I've held steady after dropping 5 lbs. when I first started. I am down a total of 35lbs, but I would like more muscle definition. I have started lifting heavier weights and really paying attention to macros rather than calories, to make certain I get the balance I need.
I would love a mentor and friends who are familiar with macros rather than just calories. Also would like suggestions for at home workouts and exercise routines for EVERY day of the week. I don't want/like to kill myself with hours at the gym.

arigsby542

I will look for a mentor to send a message to however if someone has not been selected to be a mentor and would like to work with me I will be thrilled to have you!

Alex

Continued thanks to all of our mentors!

@OldSportOldsport @adammeynell86 @eluvscats You are awesome for being willing to mentor a noob. I have added your names to the OP and as you can see there are lots of folks in here hoping to be adopted.

sumchick82

Please adopt me

michumetamorphosis

Would like to be adopted.
I am a Lacto-Ovo Vegetarian so perhaps by someone who understands the concept.
I quite often exceed my daily recommended protein intake.
I'm 25, and from South Africa. I am looking to get lean and toned and build muscle - and kick BUTT - in that order.

elfy66

I'd like to be adopted. I'm based in the UK and mainly vegetarian ( my partner does most of the cooking and he only cooks vegetarian food but I do eat some fish). I'm back here, heavier than ever. I really got into swimming but frayed cartledge made me stop just before Christmas because I was waiting for a physiotherapist appointment for over 8 weeks and the swimming was making my knee much worse.
I work 3 days a week in an office, mainly sitting.
What do you think? Could you help me improve my carb laden diet? Or is there no hope?

mjbere003

I need some guidance in meeting my daily nutritional goals, I have trouble getting the right amount of fats in.

My name is Josie and I am from California, USA. I am 32 years old and SW is 186, my goal is to be at 140lbs no matter how long it takes. I do attend the gym about 4 to 5x per week and try to get a good mix of cardio/weight lifting in.

I have struggled with weight issues mostly after my first pregnancy and it became worse with the second. I am committed and ready to loose this stubborn weight. Any help would totally be appreciated and I could never thank anyone enough.

Thanks and good luck to everyone starting out on their journey!!!

BeverlyMarsh1986

I'm still on the way, but I could help a little if anyone would like me to! I am 30, started off at about 237 lbs and am now at 195 lbs after 242 days. I logged consistently except for a 2 week period over Christmas... No diet restrictions - I eat meat and dairy and chips and pizza and ice cream and chocolate and salads and fish and all. My goal is set to a 500 calorie deficit per day, so I lose about a 1 lbs a week. No gym membership - I mostly walk or play Just Dance on the Wii and I just started the DVD "30 Day Shred". Next month I will start horseback riding lessons for fun. I'm trying to get my body to a healthier weight and build up a little strength, partly to prepare for my first pregnancy planned for next year.

abundantlyme

Oooh, someone adopt me!
43 years old in Seattle. I'm a clean eater, but I've always eaten too MUCH. I came to MFP yesterday, logged my first day of food and was blown away by how all of the little things I was eating were really adding up -- a bit too much olive oil here, an extra serving of ground turkey there, a soy latte...dang! It was really eye-opening for me, so I'm very glad to be here.

I'm fighting insulin resistance and want to reverse it before I become diabetic - I want to drop 50 pounds by my birthday, September 10th. Who wants to help hold me accountable?
THANKS in advance!

Alex

BeverlyMarsh1986 wrote: »

I'm still on the way, but I could help a little if anyone would like me to! I am 30, started off at about 237 lbs and am now at 195 lbs after 242 days. I logged consistently except for a 2 week period over Christmas... No diet restrictions - I eat meat and dairy and chips and pizza and ice cream and chocolate and salads and fish and all. My goal is set to a 500 calorie deficit per day, so I lose about a 1 lbs a week. No gym membership - I mostly walk or play Just Dance on the Wii and I just started the DVD "30 Day Shred". Next month I will start horseback riding lessons for fun. I'm trying to get my body to a healthier weight and build up a little strength, partly to prepare for my first pregnancy planned for next year.

@BeverlyMarsh1986 Congratulations on already having lost almost 50 pounds. Thank you for being willing to mentor a noob. I have added your name to the OP for noobs to browse through. Please also consider reaching out to one of the many folks who have posted in here looking to be adopted.

MissteeC87

Good Afternoon,

I am currently looking to be adopted... I have been trying to lose weight over a number of years trying many different plans that have not been sustainable for my life style.

I have approx 100lbs to lose and with this in mind I would like to implement an exercise I enjoy in to my lifestyle.

I am 30 in June and there is so much I want in life in which my weight is holding me back... Children, Holidays, Finally actioning my engagement and getting married.

I know this is going going to be a hard slog but I am ready to do this with support... Please adopt me

If you have any questions, please ask!

Much Love

Tee xx

ctrdawn

I would love to be adopted!

I am 26, I need to lose about half my body weight which is about 150lbs, I want to actually be able to have fun and do outdoorsy things without getting so tired or out of breath.

I have started logging my food intake, which I have never done other times I have lost weight. I bought a fitbit and will be starting my workout routine Monday.

I am getting married at the end of may, and want to lose as much as possible by then, and at least be able to be on my feet for more than a few minutes.

I have lost 40 to 60lbs on multiple occasions, but have never made it under 200lbs. I am ready to do so now.

Just looking for some extra support. Very open book ready to do what it takes.

JstTheWayIam

Hi Everyone,

My name is Jesse and I am from the San Francisco Bay area! I've been on a journey of mind and body over the last... almost 4yrs now.

I started out somewhere just north of 333lbs. After 2yrs, with no drugs, fad diets, trainers, or surgery, I managed to lose about 180lbs.

For the last year or more, I've been working on building muscle and gaining weight back. I'm currently 182lbs and somewhere (I think) around 10%bf. I don't honestly see 10%bf in the mirror because of the loose skin I have (not much but enough)

Any how, I work out 7 days a week and have listened to over 50 audiobooks from star wars to mindfulness and health and do my best to post everyday and comment on statuses where I can add value...

I have over 400mfps so I'm not the best at keeping up with people but I'm always willing to help...

If you would like to reach out to me for anything at all, advice on dealing with cravings, workouts, finding peace... Please pm

I love myself just the way I am, thank you God for making me just the way I am.

Jesse

AverageJoeFit

I would like to be a mentor.

I'm Joe I'm a 35 (almost 36) male who has been doing maintenance for over a year. I was a life time yo-yoer in the losing weight category. Until I had enough two years ago and lost it. I went from 240+ two years ago to 190ish. I want to spread the join of a weight loss journey.

Professionally I am a Sonographer (Ultrasound tech that looks at babies). So I have an good knowledge of how the human body works and what to do. I also know how to do true research if there is a question that I can't answer off hand.

I really like teaching, giving knowledge and am an open book. So I hope I get accepted to be a mentor and get a lot of PM's .

kevinp2

Hi check out my Page http://www.myfitnesspal.com/profile/kevinp2

ransaka

I have adopted some noobs and don't think I can take any more on at the moment without compromising the help I can offer. Could you cross me off the list for now please Alex, I'll update if anything changes. Ta!

JustDoIt987

This is awesome ! I'd love to have a mentor ! I am more or less at my goal weight but still do not have the body I want ! I need a mentor to help me recomp

RachaelIsLosingIt

Oh my goodness this looks great. I would love to be adopted! My main goal is fat burning through hiit and weight lifting - Anyone who is a pro at this please, please adopt me! x

artanis50

Not sure if I'm too late to the game or not, but I'd love to be adopted! A little about me:

I'm 38 years old, wife and mother to a 3 1/2 year old boy. I work from home and I'm pretty sedentary, but I'm trying to change that by riding my bike. I currently weigh 189, and my ultimate goal weight is around 125 - 130, but for now I'm aiming for 150 which was my weight at my wedding. When I got pregnant with my son, I gained 100 lbs. I used it as an excuse to eat whatever I wanted, and I never really committed to losing it - despite half @$$ trying a few times.

I'm committed now. I haven't felt good in years and I want that feeling back! Right now I'm counting calories as weight watchers no longer works for me.

What I'm looking for in a coach:
I mostly need someone to help keep me on track, motivate me when I'm down, and remind me there are no excuses. I need the extra push! If you're willing to help me, I'd really appreciate it.

Kristend14

I need to be adopted! I just did the whole 30 in January so I am working hard to maintain that weight loss and keep it going! I would like to be adopted by someone who knows a lot about the 'science' of weight loss since I have dieted in the past and it always seems to come back and am very interested in topics regarding the body such as hormones, leptin and insulin resistance and psychology of weightloss.

1/1/17- SW: 195, 2/21/17- 184.4 GW: 170 ( by 5/15 for my friends wedding)

Thank you in advance!

ChelsOlivia88

Me please!!!

I need help!!!

Xx

mandalaysissa

anyone want to adopt me? Thanks.

tiffanywilliams12047

I would like to be adopted please!

tola_getsfitnhealthy

I'm a newbie and would be interested in a mentor that can motivate me to eat right and exercise. I'm 24 and I am looking to lose about 45 pounds. I think am doing the right things but I would like some assistance. Maybe a lady around the same age would be nice.

Pick ME!!

Having some friends on here would be nice.


Thanks!

Kaowdo

cabwj wrote: »

I am interested in mentoring one or two women in the 50+ age range.

I'm Cheryl. I'm 56. I have been on MFP for about a year and a half. I've lost 82 pounds to date through sensible eating and have increased my fitness through exercise. I'm not done yet, have about 35-40 more pounds to go. The most important part of my journey has been sustainability. I chose to make healthy changes slowly, and one at a time, in a way that has allowed me to stick with it. I'm not a fan of gimmicks, fads, or anything promising fast results. There is no end date to this journey, it's a way of life.

@cabwj Hi Cheryl. My name is Kay, I'm 74 yrs young..and started about 1 week ago at 217#. I now weigh 212#. I love your post here, and how you have succeeded losing 82 lbs. I'm here to kindly ask..."Would you pleease consider being my mentor?". I would love to have someone like you who 'knows the ropes'. I promise not to take up to much of your time, as I can do OK on my own. I would just like to have someone like you to talk to when I have a question or need a kick in the butt. My main problem is if I get hungry, and my calorie allotment is gone....I will eat. Since I started I have been eating a good breakfast with a couple eggs, turkey sausage and maybe a slice of cheese if I'm having a egg sandwich. The protein really helps me to last most of the day...and so far..so good. Thanks for listening.

katewrites12

Up for adoption.

Six years ago, my oldest daughter pushed me off the grandmother cliff when she called to announce she was having triplets. We have all been scrambling to keep up with the joyous chaos ever since. Now that they are in kindergarten and with my youngest daughter's graduation, it's time for this Gigi to get her groove back.

I will turn 53 this year. My mom died at 53. So this is a significant milestone year for me. My goal is to lose 25 to 30 lbs. In addition to the weight loss, I just want to feel better. The extra pounds are starting to take a toll on both my physical and mental health.

I need to get more active, but as a writer who sits in front of a computer most days, it has to be a deliberate effort. Unfortunately, organized exercise has never been my strong suit. I could really use a cheerleader.

mgbb0611

I could use an adopted mentor if anyone is open to it.

I'm 27, currently weight 180.2lbs, and am looking to get down to 130lbs. I've eaten a heavily-processed, carb-filled diet most of my life, and I'm feeling pretty bad about myself and about my health. I am done with it.

I have OCD and generalized anxiety disorder, which really play into healthy living habits, as well as the way I think about myself and my health. It also makes me a HUGE mental health advocate, so I am open to connecting with anyone who needs a lift now and then.

I might just be getting started, and I might be a little lost right now, but I am committed. If you are able to mentor me, I will do my best to make you proud. Either way, thanks for reading and GOOD LUCK on your journey, whether it's weight loss, weight gain, or maintenance.