2017 Adopt a Noob Discussion

Kaytee86

Hey everyone. I would love to have a mentor.

I just turned 30. I am looking to loose at least 50 lbs. I am somewhere around 260 right now but not really sure. Haven't weighed myself in almost six months.

I am looking to focus on making solid changes towards a healthy lifestyle. I am from New Brunswick, Canada. I am getting married this coming July.

I am fairly geeky, love board games and fantasy themes. Also very crafty, love knitting, spinning and home made things.

Unfortunately a lot of my hobbies are fairly stationary. However during the summer, I love hiking and going on long walks.

In a mentor, I am looking for someone to chat with for support and motivation. I am not necessarily looking for someone with high expertise. Just someone to bond with and share in the journey.

2048Bit

Hello everyone,

My name is Bill and I'm a 33 year old father of three (soon four). I am happily married for 12 years, and am looking to lose more weight. I started out last year at 320 pounds. By November of 2016 I was 223 pounds, at my lowest. I'm regrettably now back up to 243. I am looking to drop 43 pounds of the next several months and am looking for motivation, and someone who is nutrition savvy. I have zero problem eating low calorie, and low carbs, but need some guidance ever now and then. I'd also like to get some ideas on getting the most "bang for my buck" for exercise.

If anyone is looking to adopt a house broken middle aged man I'd be much obliged.

Thanks!

ShedinIt

I would also love to have a mentor. Accountability and discipline is what i need. I'm a 38 year old woman. I would like to drop 40-45 lbs.

DietPrada

I'm 42yo, female, 88kg. I started at 124kg and I was pre-diabetic.

I have eaten Keto (very low carb) for 4 years. I've done all the reading, and learned a lot from trial and error. I don't test my blood or get overly scientific about it but I know what works and what doesn't. I am happy to mentor any low carbers or keto people or anyone who wants to get started.

Please PM me or send me a friend request.

AJ_G

I'd be happy to mentor anybody who would like my help. I'm a big proponent of flexible dieting. I believe that restrictive diets are doomed to fail, and are ultimately unhealthy, whether they be nutritionally unhealthy or mentally unhealthy. Eating healthy is all about sticking to whole, minimally processed foods for the most part, but not being afraid to have some discretionary calories to help keep your sanity while staying healthy. I take a scientific approach to fitness and nutrition, anything else is just noise and should be disregarded.

At my peak I was an unhealthy 230 lbs at 5'8". I'm currently 189, looking to get down to 175 in the next 2 to 3 months. I'd be happy to help those in need.

diddly_squat

Hi! My names Gemma and I am currently just over 10st and 5'4" but I have a fairly large fat to muscle ratio despite being quite active and I would love to shed some pounds and just feel lighter both literally and figuratively- I am happy to be adopted by anybody that will take me as I really don't know the best way (or any way) to 'diet' efficiently, Thanks!!

blondeandhazel48

This is the very reason I joined MFP, to find motivation and support on a more individual basis. If you're looking for a challenge, pick me, pick me!!!

I'm 47 F with Type 2 diabetes (controlled) and a few other chronic diseases. I'm also currently sedentary. I'd love to be connected with someone who is familiar with the daily struggles of diabetes such as eating properly to maintain good blood sugar numbers and the challenges of exercise and the affects on blood sugar.

Looking for someone who can kick start my motivation and then hang with me as I get rollin'!!!

zcb94

blondeandhazel48 wrote: »

This is the very reason I joined MFP, to find motivation and support on a more individual basis. If you're looking for a challenge, pick me, pick me!!!

I'm 47 F with Type 2 diabetes (controlled) and a few other chronic diseases. I'm also currently sedentary. I'd love to be connected with someone who is familiar with the daily struggles of diabetes such as eating properly to maintain good blood sugar numbers and the challenges of exercise and the affects on blood sugar.

Looking for someone who can kick start my motivation and then hang with me as I get rollin'!!!

Welcome! I understand completely the challenges of diabetes. Please take a look at my mentor-bio and let me know if I could help.

Nashvillenarion

Hey everyone. Would love to be adopted.

A bit about me:

• 27, M, 5'8", started at 256 2 weeks ago, now down to 245. Goal is to get down to 175, while bench pressing at least my body weight and running a 7 minute mile.
• Love data and tracking, and just discovered MFP. Looking forward to counting/tracking/analyzing/regressing inputs and results
• I've been obese most of my life - was a 300 pound teenager. I've had success in the past with weight-loss, generally doing low-carb diets. At my lowest I got to ~180, but I've gained a large portion of it back.
• I feel pretty confident that I *can* lose weight (I know it's not easy, but when I dedicate myself earnestly to achieving a goal, I'm pretty good about achieving that goal, especially if there's a clear milestone/target in place). However, I'm worried about/less confident that I can maintain that weight loss
• I'm re-dedicating myself because I know that when I'm healthy, eating well, exercising, etc. I'm much happier. My mood is improved. I'm more likely to go on adventures, make new friends, and enjoy life. I want that to be my "normal"

What I'm looking for:

• A male relatively close in age and/or overall goals
• Someone who has been in maintenance for at least a year, and can especially speak to mindset and "training" yourself psychologically for maintenance
• Someone who is cool with low-carb diets (at least for weight loss)
• Someone who knows this is serious business, but doesn't take everything in life too seriously (jokester, laid-back, etc.)
• Someone who gets/appreciates random movie/TV/song references

Thank you for your consideration!

HG3185

31 year old female in Chicago. Would be truly grateful to have a true mentor.
Starting weight 235.
Current weight 230
Start date 01/10/2017

I am watching what I eat and exercising daily at this point along with using his app religiously. I am determined to hit my initial goal weight of 195 by the end of April and then work out my next goal of getting down to 165 without a set date in mind.

I feel that a mentor could truly benefit me by being a great motivational tool and someone who could provide the right advice ensuring I do not fall off course which is easy to do when you get to a struggling point. Without the proper guidance things can reverse quite quickly and I am not going to allow that to happen.

Thank you for reading and hopefully you will want to aid in my success. Who is coming with me on the journey?

ruebus

Oh my. I really need this!

I'm 22, 2 weeks postpartum, I have two little boys (toddler and Infant) and I'm an extremely isolated social outcast with very poor hygiene and life skills. I desperately need to learn how to be a 'girl'. I'm also totally unfit and have to learn about nutrition and excersize, I get so confused and lose motivation. I used to be rather fit and slim (from being homeless) and I never had to think about it... when I transitioned to a more conventional lifestyle at 18 I didn't even know about running shoes. Now I'm married to a gorgeous, buff, social butterfly and I hate going out in public with him because I can see how much I embarass him. I need help!

Boymom8134

I would LOVE to be adopted! I'm new here! I'm 25 and a stay at home mom of 3 boys. My husband works a lot of long hours and will be leaving soon for a 13 month total deployment... not much of a support system. I have an ultimate goal of loosing at least 100lbs, right now I'm taking it slow with small goals of 20lbs at a time. I started with ketogenic diet and I very much like it! Mostly looking for someone to help with accountability and motivation!

callipipe

I generally kick butt in life - with the exception of taking care of myself. Have a good career, single mom (by choice ) to 3 great kids . . . just need to take care of me too and lose about 60 pounds. Have been here once before and lost a decent amount of weight but life and laziness happened. I'm ALL IN and just need some accountability!

Olivia

Giant thanks to @Squidgeypaws007 @AJ_G @EbonyDahlia for being willing to mentor one of the many noobs who is posting in this discussion.

Noobs, reminder to reach out to mentors (don't expect them to come to you). And Welcome! We are thrilled to see people making connections and getting and giving great support.

atombod

I would love to mentor a couple of people. Feel free to add me and message me. I want to help people who are serious about making a change in their life.

brittanynkaska

Would love to have a mentor, just moved to a new state so don't have family or friends. So I need a mentor to help push me, when I need it.

adipace815

Will be happy to adopt a noob... Down 66 pounds, 18 to go, not my first rodeo...

deedee2daxtreme

I am interested in being adopted. I have morbidity obese mid-30 year old single female who have fatty liver desease, fybrommyia and pre-diabetic

LeaEmmaSaved

I'd love a mentor !
I'm 30 , mother to 2 children , one of whom is autistic and an amazing child but life is tiring and I often turn to food to make myself feel less stressed .
I've ballooned to a size 22-24 and weigh 20 stone
I always fail with weight loss and always crash diet and also expect too much too quick !
This time feels different and I'm prepared that This will take a while and prepared to eat the right amount of calories each day. MFP has suggested 1800 a day and that's fine

I really need strict but emphatic help :-)

God bless xx
Lea - UK

BigBottomBabeMFP

Vegan mentor wanted !!! For weight loss :-) xxx

RA60172

I am happy to mentor!

I'm Becky, 30, 5'5", from the Chicago area. Will be celebrating our fifth wedding anniversary this year, and together we have three girls under six (one of whom is special needs). I work full time in sales for a heat transfer paper master distributor.

I've been on MFP since January 2016 with a starting weight of 230 and a goal of 140. I'm currently at 175 (55 pounds down!!).

I aim to lose roughly 1 lb/week and generally eat back most of my exercise calories, so I consistently eat 1600-2000 calories. I measure my calorie intake using a $10 food scale from Target and I measure my calorie burn with a Garmin vivosmart hr. I used to use a Fitbit Charge HR but the band broke on me after six months. I don't restrict any specific foods for weight loss, more based on personal preference. Eat what you like (in moderation), don't force yourself to eat "healthy" or "clean" foods you hate (yuck, kale!).

I log everything every day and weigh-in every day. This works for me, but what you need may be different.

If anyone is interested send me a FR or PM. I'm happy to help any way I can.

lluvia656

I need to be adopted


Hello,
My name is Lluvia. I am from Mexico and have been living in Usa for 5 years. I currently have a consistent routine of working out 5 days per weeks.
40 min morning
40 min night
Saturday around 55 min
I usually swim during the mornings and do kettebell that had became one of my favorite exercises, I also run usually 3 miles for session.
I need a lot of assistant regarding nutrition and probably workouts. I can said that I already look fit but I am looking for a six pack

I am 32 years old
weight 103
high 5"


Please let me know if you can help me

Verity1111

Oh surely...I've been on MFP for years. Name is Jolene. Age 26. Mother of 3 kids, two with special needs. Full time college student. 5'4" high weight of 225lbs goal of 127lbs. I have dieted in many ways, successfully. I gained weight back from pregnancy and an injury where I was bedridden for 5 months time. I restarted on Oct 11th of 2016 and lost over 25lbs in about 10 weeks. I took a break and I'm back at it now I sometimes exercise using Zumba for Xbox Kinect or walk a little each day, but my weight loss is predominantly because of watching my diet. I do have days where I go over my goal and splurge but I'm still successful. I'll be trying some wonderslim diet foods soon... I will help a noobie who wants to eat what they love and atill lose weight. I will not judge if their daily intake is a box of twinkies. I love Doctor Who, Harry Potter, Gilmore Girls, superhero shows and long walks on the beach....well not really that last one. Maybe short walks to the gas station or something. I'm a vegetarian. Feel free to pm me

Olivia

Thanks to all our new mentors! @Verity1111 @RA60172 @atombod @adipace815

debbiedavis1965

I would love to be adopted. I started working on me in September I've lost 37 pounds so far. Want to loose 60 more. I could use all the help I can get!

andreasfebrianh

Need to be adopted!

21 years old from Columbus Ohio and trying to get rid of my belly fat. Also needs a suggestion for right cardio training.

Height: 5'6"
Weight: 165.5

lizgonzalez0309

I would like to put myself out there and be adopted. I am 34 and am trying to change my lifestyle. I would like to be at a healthy weight by the end of this year which would be about -40 lbs. I think I can do it with some help and motivation. I have adopted a vegan diet and am always willing to learn new nutrition tips.

NEVEREVERGIVEUP47

Hello! I have just joined today. I would so love to be adopted! What a brilliant idea. I am 47, working too hard and commuting. I have 3 children and have just acquired 2 bonus children.
I have always struggled with my weight. Always. But it had been reasonably under control for a while. However, the last 2 years have seen a rapid weight gain and I feel uncomfortable in my own skin. Horrid. I don't even like going out. I haven't got anything to wear - nothing fits! Too terrified to weigh myself at the moment, but I reckon I have 40 lbs to lose. A big journey. Any help I could get would be amazing. Thank you!

brandie419

up for adoption is a 31 yr old with 38 lbs to go (down 9 so far since jan. 1) someone adopt meeee

thoseshitufind

Oh pls adopt me help me lose my weight