2017 Adopt a Noob Discussion

ChrissyC1985

Happy to volunteer to be a mentor again. I have qualifications in personal training, sports and exercise nutrition, yoga and pilates. I've been a member here for a number of years and lost a lot of weight through diet changes and exercise. I don't believe in quick fix solutions and think that a steady approach is the most effective . I am based in the UK and I will always give support where i can and reply to messages as soon as possible. I'm happy to adopt anyone who wishes to be adopted

Korsifer

I would love to be adopted! My name is Nikki, I'm 26 years old, 5' 6" and weigh 210lbs. I have always struggled with my weight but gained about 35lbs when I got pregnant with my daughter and she's almost 3 now!! I've decided enough is enough and I'm ready to fully commit to changing my lifestyle for the better. I want to be more active and make healthier food choices and I want to raise my daughter to do so as well. If you'd like to know anything else before committing to me as a mentor feel free to message me! I'll be glad to get to know you to see if we'd be a good fit! Thanks and good luck everyone!

Carlos0690

walkermom75 wrote: »

This is so intimidating...I'm 41, almost 42...I don't have much weight to lose, lose but I'd like to be fit and healthier across the board. I can be very focused and would like to make somebody proud!! Adopt/message me!

I'm in a similar situation and age . I'm enjoying the exercise but I love my food and that is proving my biggest challenge. But I'm persevering and feeling proud of myself. I'm focused on achieving my goals , I hope you are too good luck !

ShonaMcL

This seems like a great idea! I've just signed up to MyFitness Pal.

I've previously used the app with some success but having started an office job a year ago, my weight's shot up (2 stone in a year!)

I'm 28, and would be looking to lose this 2 stone although I'd be happy with anything at the moment. I've had a kidney transplant so I'm on a low dose of steroids (which can contribute to my appetite but not going to use that as an excuse - I've always been a big eater!)

I work in an office job full time. I'm considering walking to/from work (once the weather improves) which is around 2.4 miles each way. Considered cycling too although I'm quite scared about cycling on the roads. I think improving my diet will certainly go a long way to getting rid of some weight though.

I'd love to have a mentor, or someone who can just guide me and keep me accountable I guess...

ebarber0012

So first of all, just by reading these posts alone this community seems awesome. When I downloaded this app my expectations were low until I start looking at the community. Yes I am a noon and looking for a mentor. I am willing to take advice to the detail. I am 28 years old and about 6'2, 276lbs. I want to change my life for the better. Please adopt me lol

AutumnDancer26

I would love to be adopted! I've been on my fitness journey for three years now, it's just making the last push that is so difficult! I would love a mentor to help keep me accountable. Also, I would love to encourage them! It is definitely not just a one way street, we all need support sometimes. (And a big shout out to all the mentors who volunteer, you have no idea how appreciated you are, thank you!)

Sarahlouise98mfp

Hi @Kaylee i have been trying to send you a private message but it has not been letting me. Could you please sebd ne a message if you are still looking for someone to mentor

KayLee_D wrote: »

I'd love to mentor another female who needs some help adjusting their diet/fitness routine and needs the encouragement.

I'm 30 years old from Idaho
Current weight: 154
Goal weight: 130
About me: I'm a Staff Sergeant in the Army National Guard. I love backpacking in the summer and training all year to hunt big game in the fall. I have an active little one-year-old daughter and I'm still working towards toning up after having medical issues and being on bed rest during my pregnancy.
Fitness: I enjoy workouts that include cardio and lifting weights.
Nutrition: Currently on a low carb, no sugar diet and sticking to it.

I am fairly knowledgeable about fitness and nutrition and would love to help someone!

tjradd73

I could adopt a couple of people!

I've been on MFP since 2010, reached my goal weight back in 2011 and maintained for 4.5yrs...gained back 20 this past year due to surgery and illnesses, and on my way back to my goal weight once again!

Let's do this!

thebrenna79

Looking to be adopted
In a nutshell, I'm a 37 y/o father of 3. Been training on & off for about 13 years but suffer with rubbish diet + lack of motivation at times & haven't been under 20%b/f in about 10 years. Currently sitting at about 26% at about 76 kg's as per dexa scan.
I train 5 days per week on my lunch hour (have 40 mins to train). Usually all free weight & typically 1 body part per day. Monday - Chest. Tuesday - back, Wednesday - Shoulders, Thursday arms (Bi's & Tri's) and Fri is legs. I play indoor football on Wednesday evenings and do nothing at the weekend.
Looking for someone to assist with meal planning/macro counting. Desire is to get to half that body fat percentage over 6 months & maintain as much muscle mass as possible.

mrsiggles59

Please adopt me!

diaxyz23

Adopt me! :o3
I want to lose 30 pounds.

jessikadennis11

I would love to be adopted! am 27y have a beautiful daughter who is 2.5 years old. When was pregnant diagnosed with severe preeclampsia and ended up having c-section at 28w pregnant. The pregnancy almost claimed mine my daughters life, but thankfully we are both doing well. Between the stress of preemie gained about 75lbs. struggled weight since hit puberty age 12 it has been an ongoing battle ever since, now heaviest 90lbs loose someone help me on this journey eating healthy exercising..

Alphadite777

Hey Future Mentor!

-I'm a 22 year old from California.
-5'4"
-190lbs (ugh, that makes me absolutely sick to say)
-I would love to lose 65lbs

My ultimate goal is to be happy, healthy, and feel mad sexy (;

I'm fairly clueless (like, almost completely lol) about the fit life, but I'm 100% down for it and have a great drive, I just need help on my journey.

Thanks! ♥

shazia_tabsim

Help! I've been using MFP since last Wednesday and I've lost 2.5 kg..
Since having 2 kids in the space of 2 years, my weight has risen from 57 kg to 83 at my heaviest! I'm currently 66.5 kg and want to get to how I was 4 years ago - 52kg.. I'm sick of being fat!

slcardinal14

I need to be adpoted! I'm Steph from Fort Mcmurray! I need to lose 50 pounds. I am 25 and 5"10. I work @ a remote work camp 21 days and I am home for 7. Any help would be awesome! you can also just add me as a friend if you wish!

143marypenny

Alphadite777 wrote: »

Hey Future Mentor!

-I'm a 22 year old from California.
-5'4"
-190lbs (ugh, that makes me absolutely sick to say)
-I would love to lose 65lbs

My ultimate goal is to be happy, healthy, and feel mad sexy (;

I'm fairly clueless (like, almost completely lol) about the fit life, but I'm 100% down for it and have a great drive, I just need help on my journey.

Thanks! ♥

Southern California over here. Temecula the land of the wineries. .... you will meet your goals. Take each day at a time

CaptainAmericaGirlYASSS

Omg yes! Can someone adopt me? I need to learn the ropes of this thing lol
I'm 23 from Katy Texas! I'm 5'0 and weigh 134lbs. I really wanna loose 14lbs- I'm trying my best this year to just be healthy though and have fun doing it!

berberenadavid

I'm in desperate need of some help. I'm a 20 year old guy, weighing a little over 300lbs. I'm ready to get my weight back on track.

ishmallow

I'm back on the bandwagon and happy to talk goals, lifting, and cal counting with anyone though I can't commit to a full mentoring.

jazzyspender

Hi, I'm new. Trying to figure out how to make exercise a part of my daily routine. I'd also love to get to a point where I don't see it as a punishment! Not looking for diet/weight loss, just fitness. Appreciate any suggestions or motivation!

About me - late 30s, work in an office (yup, I sit all day), long commute (so I can't ride my bike to work ha!). Married, kids and the whole suburban 9 yards!

Happy New Year!

rybo

42 male, Personal trainer. My philosophy on both exercise and eating is keeping it simple. I can be helpful to suggesting at home workouts with little to no equipment. Also feel that I'm good at sorting through the often time conflicting advice out there.
I have a history of running, sprinter turned marathoner, turned retired marathoner. Current interests are strength training, endurance hiking, & functional training. I've never lost a great deal of weight but have lost 15-20 lbs when needed. I have been maintaining my current weight range for almost 7 years.

Alex

@ChrissyC1985 @tjradd73 @rybo Thank you for volunteering to adopt a noob. We have added your name to the OP.

ebarber0012 wrote: »

So first of all, just by reading these posts alone this community seems awesome. When I downloaded this app my expectations were low until I start looking at the community. Yes I am a noon and looking for a mentor. I am willing to take advice to the detail. I am 28 years old and about 6'2, 276lbs. I want to change my life for the better. Please adopt me lol

@ebarber0012 Welcome to the community!

Reminder to all noobs, please be sure to reach out to a mentor that you are interested in "adopting" you. The list of mentors who have offered to help is in the original post on page 1 and you can find their intro posts in this discussion.

bisky4

Hi, I joined 2 weeks ago and would like to be "adopted".

I'm female, live in Queensland Australia. I am approx 157cm in height, weigh 67.6kg. I am joining MFP in order to tone up and drop some cm's off my body (waist, thighs). I'm wanting to ensure daily exercise is performed and not make any excuses.

I am reasonably fit, play golf weekly and have a home gym set up in my shed. My gym consists of a weight bench, with basic hand weights and a bar. I also have a stationary bike and an elliptical trainer. I also have resistance bands which I try an dabble in.

Over the past 2 years I haven't done a lot of exercise as my house is 1.5 acres and I have been doing a lot of garden projects etc on my days off work (it never ends). I would drink a few beers after the weekly mowing and gardening etc which became the norm on at least 3 days a week. I cant continue on with doing that.

I work shift work which can be annoying at times. It's now around 40 degrees Celsius on average so working out in the shed on an afternoon can be extremely hot. I try to do a workout around 5.30am in the mornings on most days.

I don't have any "friends" on MFP (as I'm still working the site out). My calories calculated on MFP is 1200. I'm not finding it a problem to stick to as long as I do some "cardio" as it then adjusts my total and I can eat some more.

I'm prepared to take my time and do this right and not starve myself to loose fat. Its been just over 2 weeks since I started and my weight has gone upward of 0.3kg. I have noticed a slight change in my clothing and in my body so I'm not too worried about the scales.

Would be great to have a mentor to check in with (may be once a week) in case I might need any help on exercise variations/diet. Or just to check out my mentor and see what they are up to with their program.

Cheers, Paula.

annxp93

I'm up for adoption!

23yr old from Texas. I would love a mentor that can help me figure out how to fit more exercise into my schedule. I am a chronic insomniac, so doing anything outside of necessary tasks is a real chore for me. I am working on eating healthy and making better choices for my body and mind, but exercise is not my forte. I have started the journey to losing 80lbs with cutting back caloric intake and eating more mindfully, but outside of that I'm clueless!

I offer a terrible sense of humor and self deprecation, and I'd love to work with someone!

DarrelBirkett

thebrenna79 wrote: »

Looking to be adopted
In a nutshell, I'm a 37 y/o father of 3. Been training on & off for about 13 years but suffer with rubbish diet + lack of motivation at times & haven't been under 20%b/f in about 10 years. Currently sitting at about 26% at about 76 kg's as per dexa scan.
I train 5 days per week on my lunch hour (have 40 mins to train). Usually all free weight & typically 1 body part per day. Monday - Chest. Tuesday - back, Wednesday - Shoulders, Thursday arms (Bi's & Tri's) and Fri is legs. I play indoor football on Wednesday evenings and do nothing at the weekend.
Looking for someone to assist with meal planning/macro counting. Desire is to get to half that body fat percentage over 6 months & maintain as much muscle mass as possible.

Dropped you a mail, should be able to help.

DarrelBirkett

CaptainAmericaGirlYASSS wrote: »

Omg yes! Can someone adopt me? I need to learn the ropes of this thing lol
I'm 23 from Katy Texas! I'm 5'0 and weigh 134lbs. I really wanna loose 14lbs- I'm trying my best this year to just be healthy though and have fun doing it!

Also mailed to see if you still need input.

karina0679

Hi everyone,
I would love to be adopted , I need so much support...I weigh 240lbs and am 37 years old. Staying on track and sticking with eating healthy is my biggest challenge. I snack a lot and I think that is my major problem. I also have a very sedentary desk job, which does not help at all. Please Help !

NikkiJay2017

Hi, I would like to be adopted!

I am 38yo from Perth in Western Australia (I'm the redhead on the right). My goal is to be fit and fabulous by 40; weight loss goal is 25kgs over the next two years, I want to achieve this not by dieting but by changing habits and becoming the me I want to be. Also setting a great example for my daughter who is 11yo and I can see her picking up my bad habits!

I have started a journal, I have an accountability and walking partner at work, have the full support of my family and I now have a walking partner home as we adopted a furbaby late last year who loves to go for walks at 5.30am.

I have a lot of fitness gear at home I and I really need help in setting up a plan for what to do with it and guidance with meal planning.

Steph_the_Panda

Hi!
I'm a bigger female noob...currently 333.40.. I realized I have to do something about my weight when I was too heavy for my digital scale to read....I weighed myself two weeks ago on my friends scale and was 340. My digital scale now reads 333.40...so first goal done..just looking for a text buddy to chat and keep me on the right track..

Squidgeypaws007

Giant thanks for adopting noobs! @Squidgeypaws007 is at noob capacity.

Hi all, if I'm not too late I'd be happy to mentor someone (or maybe a couple of someones).

The important bits about me:

I'm 30, female and from England (currently living in Italy). I am into weight lifting (heavy weights) and pole fitness (currently working towards my instructor cert). I follow IIFYM and am currently experimenting with high protein.

I'm a massive geek too, so there's that