Any men out there?

FatAmbition
FatAmbition Posts: 6
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I know this is a popular site for women (lots of inspiring women, may I add)! But I'm looking for a few good men who are working on there fitness.

I'm new here. I've gained a considerable amount of weight (I went from being 185ish to 238 pounds), I'm 26 years old, 5'8"... and I just want to work it all off. It would be nice to see some guys around here who are actively doing there thing and are willing to be goal buddies, etc. My goal at this point is to frankly get back down to 190 and go from there. I hate that I've gotten to the point where I can't even find clothes that look flattering on me anymore. :(

Women feel free to add me and reply as well! Just was wondering if I had any male peers out there. Even if I don't, this place is already inspiring enough. :)
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  • elishazf
    elishazf Posts: 332 Member
    I'm a guy
  • dave4d
    dave4d Posts: 1,155 Member
    I'm 5'8", and went from 215 lbs down to 153,(5 years ago.), Had marriage problems, suffered with depression, then up to 226, and am currently at 196 lbs.

    There are quite a few guys on here. Most of us are pretty quiet.
  • FatAmbition
    FatAmbition Posts: 6
    I'm 5'8", and went from 215 lbs down to 153,(5 years ago.), Had marriage problems, suffered with depression, then up to 226, and am currently at 196 lbs.

    There are quite a few guys on here. Most of us are pretty quiet.

    Hey there! Thanks for replying, I'm going to add you to my friends list.

    And man, 226 was the heaviest I'd ever been at one point. I'll be stepping on a scale tomorrow, but I'm pretty sure I'm like 238 now! It's insane.... But what can I do but look forward to results, I guess.
  • danj_64
    danj_64 Posts: 96 Member
    Feel free to add me.
  • FatAmbition
    FatAmbition Posts: 6
    Feel free to add me.
    I added you!
  • I_wanna_live
    I_wanna_live Posts: 227 Member
    There are quite a few guys on here. Most of us are pretty quiet.

    Have you been in a conversation with a woman, were the guy was right and was rewarded for being so? There is a few reasons we choose to remain quiet...

    All that aside, I am 5'5" and choosing to leave my weight unspoken, lets just say... I was called peach in school, and it wasn't because of a like of peaches...:noway:

    Ether way, feel free to add me
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    Feel free to add me. I'm finally down in the 220's now.
  • Stephendw9
    Stephendw9 Posts: 88 Member
    anyone can feel free to add me as well....
  • Badger171
    Badger171 Posts: 1
    Well I am a guy like you who just wants to get back down to a health weight again. I am at 220 depending on what scale i use.
    Wanting to get down to 175 or so. Could use some other guys or help. Feel free to add me.
  • grdarden
    grdarden Posts: 1
    Hello, I.ve been on MFP for a while but didnt enter anything. In the past two month I have been tracking and have done perty good and enjoy eating better meals. It is good to see other men are here and doing well.
  • pgtrey
    pgtrey Posts: 8 Member
    Add me to the ranks of trying to get back into shape. A mostly desk job and lack of motivation brought me to a weight I thought I'd never see. Now I'm pushing hard to make up for it.

    Feel free to add me as well.
  • MikeRuz1
    MikeRuz1 Posts: 22
    Hi! feel free to add me if you like, im close to reaching my goal either though I just recently joined the site, now comes the hard part of staying consistent, you'll be able to reach your goals I have no doubt. everyone else is welcome to add me as well
  • cwettstain
    cwettstain Posts: 58 Member
    Track every single thing you eat and stay in the green. That's how you do it. Don't get down on yourself if you have one or two bad days. It's the overall that counts.
  • TheJor91
    TheJor91 Posts: 29
    Here looking to gain! Already gained 15 lbs his semester! Add me and anyone else y'all can too!
  • Capt_Apollo
    Capt_Apollo Posts: 9,026 Member
    it's raining outside.

    but i don't need an umbrella.

    why?

    Its+Raining+Men.jpg
  • fatfrost
    fatfrost Posts: 367 Member
    I'm a dude. Feel free to add me.

    I've sort of gone the reverse in terms of weight, started at 245 and am now 185. Others have said it, but you need to track what you eat and be completely honest and, if in doubt, err on the side of inserting the higher calorie item.
  • Larence
    Larence Posts: 37 Member
    You can add me. My highest was 205, down to 187.
  • splitdog79
    splitdog79 Posts: 106 Member
    Dude here, too. I've been using mfp for awhile now, but only properly since like June.

    Heaviest I ever was was somewhere over 350 (at that point it's tough to find scales that accommodate you, not that you'd want to see why they have to say anyways). My wife realized she was gay and so I moved out and now I'm in the arduous process of reclaiming my life.

    I'm down to 233.7 pounds now and my goal is around 150-160. I didn't start trying to lose until early March of this year so I'm hoping, if things continue apace, that I'll hit my goal by March of next year.

    Anyways, I'm just starting to use the social features on MFP so I'd love for anyone to add me. It really helps accountability :-)
  • FACERFIT
    FACERFIT Posts: 6 Member
    add me boss.

    looking to get fitter and stronger.

    stay positive.... dreams will become reality !
  • taekwonkenpo
    taekwonkenpo Posts: 1,004
    I am a guy. A totaly awsome guy too! JK Anyway.I am hoping to find people to help me along my journey. I am in the same ship as you. I am currently at 238 and my goal is to get to 200 while minimizing my muscle loss.

    All guys, feel free to add me. I am very active on here and i look at food diary's when i can. I like support and the needed kick in the groin to help me stay on track when needed. I want to make my goal!!!
  • Topsking2010
    Topsking2010 Posts: 2,245 Member
    If an old man like me can lose 44 pounds, so can you!!

    Feel free to add me
  • sam308lbs
    sam308lbs Posts: 1,936 Member
    My goal bf % is 9 % and it should fall around 190 lbs too.i have lost a total of 46 lbs on here and looking to lose around 65-70 more.Add me :)
  • micl86
    micl86 Posts: 48
    Hi my name is Martin, I am a soldier in the United States Army, a physical trainer for my soldiers and also my kiddies!!! lol I have been married for five years to my beautiful wife Rachel. I am currently trying to find other motivated individuals like myself to keep up with and stay informed so we can share ideas and motivate each other. I work out six days a week and eat all the right things in my book. lol... lets see if i can help someone out. or find someone who can do the same for me thanks!!!
  • miketheman79
    miketheman79 Posts: 41
    I'm a Guy feel free to add me
  • UKRaven75
    UKRaven75 Posts: 14 Member
    You can add me if you want, last time I checked i'm male lol
  • xBillx
    xBillx Posts: 9 Member
    Male 60 years with a lot to lose. Best to you.
  • contingencyplan
    contingencyplan Posts: 3,639 Member
    Dude here. Lost 137 lbs. Now working on trying to burn the last bit of fat while focusing mainly on functional strength/athletic gains.
  • christophercmiller
    christophercmiller Posts: 1
    feel free to add away - I've started again on this just 10 days ago, things are going really well ;-)
  • GadgetGuy72
    GadgetGuy72 Posts: 14 Member
    Im the proud father of three extremely high sprited boys and the husband of a fitness addict. Ive never been a small man and the older i get the more i realize i need to be a better father and husband. So add me. I would enjoy having some support to help me through this journey.
  • persuader1
    persuader1 Posts: 40 Member
    Feel free to add me!! :)

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