Accountability group experience?

runjosrun

Hi everyone, I joined an online accountablity group that starts next week... it’s supposed to help keep me motivated (to workout and eat right) and committed to my workouts because others are doing the same ones. I’m excited but also skeptical that it will work

Has anyone ever done one? Did it help? Did you like it? Any tips?

Also

Anyone want to do one? This one still has a some spots open

lorrpb

IT seems that whether it works is dependent mainly on you. Are you committed and accountable to yourself? If you're expecting others to keep you motivated and committed, you might be disappointed.

There are lots of friends and challenge/accountability threads right here on MFP. Check 'em out!

lalabank

I’m a part of the monthly Ultimate Accountability Challenge (UAC) we have three practices; 20 minutes of purposeful physical activity everyday, log every bite, sip and lick, stay under your own preset daily calorie goal (you set your daily goal at the beginning of the month- it’s the same for every day. You also decide if you eat back any or all of your exercise calories- this can give you more calories on a given day)
We report daily and are allowed 3 pass days per month. It’s wonderfully supportive and really helps establish healthy habits. Most of us stay even if we exceed our passes.

I do find having to check in each day keeps me on track. I was getting a little loose with my calories back in January when I joined and having to be accountable helped me focus.
Of course 100% you will only get out of it what you put in.

LyndaBSS

runjosrun wrote: »

Hi everyone, I joined an online accountablity group that starts next week... it’s supposed to help keep me motivated (to workout and eat right) and committed to my workouts because others are doing the same ones. I’m excited but also skeptical that it will work

Has anyone ever done one? Did it help? Did you like it? Any tips?

Also

Anyone want to do one? This one still has a some spots open

Ultimately it's up to each of us to be accountable for ourselves on this journey.

I almost cringe when I see multiple new threads daily with people desperately looking for an accountability partner, but do recognize that some people are very insecure about their path here and really need a buddy system.

Don't misunderstand. I love sharing hope, kindness and help here. I just refuse to think of someone else as being responsible for my success or failure. I know I'm not explaining myself well and apologize for that.

I'm part of two groups, one being a challenge group and the other more of a kindred spirits ladies group. I love both groups and get a lot out of being a member of both.

I think whatever works for you is the way to go.

I wish you well in your group and hope it gives you the results you're looking for. Have fun with it. ☺