2017 Adopt a Noob Discussion

germanshepher1

Nood here, adopt me

LivingtheLeanDream

Much thanks to @RunRutheeRun who has adopted 3 folks and is no longer available for new noobs.

I'm happy to be a mentor to 1 person.

I'm Ruth, 47, 5 ft 2 1/4", average weight 128lbs, from Northern Ireland. Married 28 yrs, have 2 adult sons, work full time in accounts.

I've been on MFP since May 2012, my goal was to lose 20 lbs which I did, went on to lose a few more and been in maintenance since Dec 13
I'm active in general, work out week days a combination of running/walking and lifting. A sedentary day for me is 10k steps.

Imo I'm in the best shape ever and feel I can offer sound advice to newbies

But... none of this half starving oneself nonsense! I'm small and lost weight consistently eating 1600-1800 calories. I firmly believe that we have to make small changes which become lasting habits to keep the weight off for good. Eating too little makes us feel deprived which eventually leads to just giving up (As I found after years of yoyo dieting).

If anyone is interested send me a PM with an FR.

I don't log my meals any more and don't post to my news feed either any more but I'm happy to support someone and will happily comment and share pointers/tips.

I eat ALL foods but practice moderation.

Cheers
Ruth

ann_huss

I would love somebody to "adopt" me.
I just found this app a few days ago but I love it so much I already signed up for the premium membership.

Here's a bit about me.
29 year old female.
210lbs....5' 7"
Goal to lose 60 lbs or more before June.

I ran cross country in high school, and I enjoyed running then. Still do, but it's a lot harder now.

I should also state that I have hypothyroidism which does make it harder to lose, but I'm willing to work my *kitten* off. Just kind of need a cheerleader or something.

zcb94

If anyone needs me, my offer as stated above still stands. Just shoot me a friend request with a little bit about you (preferably more than just your name), and we'll get you on the road to health.

lmhbuss

I would love to adopt someone this Year! About me: My basic philosophy about weight loss is that people make it seem way to complicated. It isn't, but not being complicated doesn't mean that it's easy. The simple part is the formula. Calories in/calories out. The hard stuff comes from the consistency required and the patience needed to see yourself through to the next goal, and then the next. I am willing to answer one million questions and cheer you on, but I can not hold you accountable. You have to hold yourself accountable. It's your body, your life, your decision. I'm a 38 year old hard working mom and wife. I'm usually up by 5 and work 10+ hour days on the regular. If I'm out here hustling, making it work then you're going to have a pretty convincing sob story to convince me you can't do it too. But you already know that you can...that's why you're here. Message me if you want to be adopted. Tell me a bit about yourself and your goals. We'll see if it's a good match and go from there. P.S. One requirement will be an open food diary...so I can snoop.

Fairlieboy

I'd like to help anyone and be a mentor. Been a mentor to business people for years so have an appreciation of how to be supportive & a couple of years ago wrote a book on why diets fail for 80% of people . Have done the journey myself with 15kg loss, & then 8 back but now on mfp again.
So happy to help.

Valrotha

I would love to mentor if someone needs help and motivation.

I've been involved as a wellness coach in helping several people (in real life) lose weight. I'm not a nutritionist, but I should be able to help understand the basics and answer simpler questions with references (frequently WebMD). I'm positive, supportive, and enjoy helping other reach their goals.

I've been on MFP for a couple of years (at least), and I've seen a lot of people come and go. Some reach their goals and some do not. I would love to help people reach their goals, lose weight, and become more healthy.

Just over 77% of Americans are overweight, obese, or extremely obese (source: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-statistics/Pages/overweight-obesity-statistics.aspx ). Give the severe health consequences of this, we all need to do our part in changing this.

Please feel free to reach out if I can help or even if you just want a friend rather than a mentor.

God bless and have a great new year!

kimandgarybolton

Would love to be adopted :-) I need a mentor to kick my butt

chapiano

I would be able to be a mentor to someone who needs a hand with there weight lose journey. I am 35 and from the UK. I enjoy sports amongst other things. Also I am a qualified nutritionalist and on a personal level have lost 7 stone over the course of the last 3 years by just eating the right things and regular exercise

magmay109

I need to be adopted!

I'm a 20 year old from New Orleans. I'm currently in college and need a mentor that can motivate me to eat right and exercise. I'm looking to lose about 100 pounds and have no clue where to start.

I'm just now starting my weight loss journey and need someone to guide me along the way and tackle my weight loss goal!

rickweinberg

My name is Rick and I have been on a weight loss journey for a long time. At one point in my life I'd lost 60 lbs. Now I stay in pretty good shape. I ride my bike from 60-80 miles a week during the summer. Recently, Fall until now, I have slipped into holiday mode. I started make choices that caused weight gain in the past. I should know better. The holidays are difficult for me. Nesting at home, many tasty high calorie food choices and a lack of motivation to exercise has got me in a recent rut. Today is not a reflection of what I will or will not be doing, but I did XC ski 2 miles and tracked my calories on MFP. I would love to have someone to offer encouragement. I'm sure that achieving goals will be reciprocal and inspirational. Helping others always helps yourself. I'm 48 and my metabolism is not getting any faster. I having a loving and supporting family and I think with someone's help on the journey will make this endeavor life long.

Rick

2017Jupiter

Hello everyone!
I would like to be adopted by whichever mentor wants me!

I'm currently trying to strenghten my core and lose 20kg/ 44lbs. I'm struggling to understand why there is so much sugar in my macros...because I stopped eating anything with added sugar. There's sugar even in greek yogurt, that's just sneaky.

I'm into clean eating and against anything low fat. No diet soda for me either. Real food.

My ideal lifestyle would be low-carb-ish (to help with PCOS) if I ever get rid of that sneaky sugar in them macros

Hugs!!

KillionSL

I would LOOVE to be adopted I am 48 years old and would love to have a mentor to help me stay on track for fitness. I can be pretty motivated to hit calorie counts, but the fitness part is where I truly need assist. I have purchased a FitBit Charger 2 and a scale that Bluetooth's to the device. I will connect the MFP app to it when I receive it on Tuesday.

I have purchased Cize and Zumba DVDs for help when we can't go hiking or we are stuck in colder climes.
We love Nature, Pets, Kindness, VR, Technology, Photography, and Writing.

I am a full-time internet digital marketer and author, so my life is this laptop. Getting up and remembering to stretch from this chair can be a challenge. We are full-time RVers so we travel all over the US and soon into Canada. Both my husband and I work online and out 10-year daughter attends an online K12 academy for school. Instead of waiting for retirement, we decided to travel now. We have 3 cats and a Great Pyrenees that travel with us.

I am not creating a NY resolution as this is a lifestyle change for me to meet several goals. I hope there is someone out there who will take me home and call me George! LOL (dating myself to the old Bugs Bunny cartoons days)

jaje01

Hi you wonderful people!

I'd love to be adopted! I'm 48, vegetarian and have spent the past 12 months being completely sedentary due to some (ongoing) joint problems (ankles and knees). My weight is now at 80 kg and I realistically would like to shift 15kg in time. I'm mindful that high impact exercise is out for me, for now, but I would love to crack this. I'm actually pretty ashamed of how out of shape I am so some advice/support/wisdom from someone whose travelled this road would be so very much appreciated.

Kirsty

mybun815

I am new but i would like to be adopted. I am 28 years old and 250lbs. im 6 ft. i need to get back down to 180. I want and need to be mentored desperately to get back to where i used to be 6 years ago. Please help!

edixon127

I'd like to be a mentor!

A bit about me, I'm a 21 (almost 22) year old college student, I've lost 55 lbs since March 2016 and I've been maintaining my loss for two months. My preferred form of exercise is running, but I also enjoy lifting weights. If you're interested in losing weight without cutting out all of the foods you love, and especially if you want to give running a try, feel free to PM me!

joemama68

I would love a mentor if anyone is up for a challenge!

I am 49yo male with a goal of losing about 25 pounds and get stronger. I used to be an avid lifter and gave that up due to a shoulder injury about 18 months ago. I can go more into that if need be. I work a desk job and don't eat the best at the moment, however it would be nice to find someone who can offer me motivation, encouragement and some pointers! I don't have access to a gym, however I do have a full squat rack with 400 pounds of weight and dumb bells at home to use.

Djproulx

@Djproulx has already adopted two noobs and no longer has availability. Thanks Djprouix for being an MFP mentor!

I am willing to be a mentor to 1 or 2 noobs again this year.

I"m 59 yrs old and struggled for many years to balance a demanding job and an active family life. After several failed attempts, at 54 years old I succeeded in losing 45lbs with the help of a trainer. I have changed my lifestyle and become very active. Over the last 5 years, I've been very involved in running and triathlon as my fitness improved. I've competed in a significant number of races including several Half Iron distance (70.3) triathlons. I currently train 9-12 hours/week in the winter, more during racing season. My goal races this year include the Virgina Beach Marathon and Ironman 70.3 Lake Placid. I'm currently focused on dropping a bit more weight to help me get faster.

Several things about me as a mentor:

1) I'm a communicator. I won't write something or pat you on the back every 10 minutes, but I will try to provide insight, support, or a blunt directive, depending on what I think you need.

2) I am an active learner when it comes to things I enjoy, such as running, triathlon and food. I enjoy learning new ways to use food as fuel.

3) I will be invested if you are. I'm still learning myself, so I would enjoy a mentor/mentee relationship where someone is counting on my help and also questioning me from time to time. I love to learn from others, too.

So, if you are interested, feel free to pm me.

cabwj

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.

onunka620

I am newly active . I've have lost weight numerous of times. But my main hiccup is keeping it off . I would like a mentor that would be able to help me achieve this goal. I need my confidence back. I would like a mentor.