Renewing my vow to MFP, need encouragement

melstorm
melstorm Posts: 2
in Introduce Yourself
Hi,
I fell off the wagon, regretably, its been one hurtle after another. I really need friends, encouragement and accountability.

I work out at home = have to wake up 1 1/2 hours before the house, which can be a challenge but with the kids, its very difficult to work out at any other time. Life always has a seperate plan for my daylight hours.

Need to be in a group, held accountable with my goals in mind....

Replies

  • FuzzieJelly
    FuzzieJelly Posts: 848 Member
    Hey there. I started "2013 challenge to lose 52 lbs". Hope to see everyone there. It's my new years resolution. Make it yours too.
  • lore11a
    lore11a Posts: 166 Member
    That sounds like a great way to start the New Year!!!!
  • AquaFan
    AquaFan Posts: 309 Member
    Scoot over and I'll share your bench because I fell off the wagon too. As soon as time changed and I could no longer walk/run in the evenings, I dived right off. :( Now I am trying to get back on and that is going to mean exercising in the am. It is tough when you have to get kids and yourself ready to get out the door. Feel free to add me as a friend.
  • tracygolden
    tracygolden Posts: 94 Member
    We are here to help. Some suggestions: don't beat yourself up cause we are human, start your day with an apple (boost metabolism or so I have read), if your kids are stroller or wagon size then walk walk walk cause you benefit that way and don't have to get up so much earlier then them, park your car at the far end of the parking lot when you go shopping (unless its unsafe especially with little kids). And come here regularly and read the success stories. They are very motivating!
  • lashayinc
    lashayinc Posts: 7 Member
    Hi, feel free to add me. I took have totally fallen off and the scale reflected a 8 lb jump this morning from my all time low. I'm so sad but motivated.
  • jsdholland
    jsdholland Posts: 77 Member
    feel free to add me, I still have a ways to go, and am battling christmas sweets right now...I try to do workouts on the xbox kinect when I can't get out of the house and it is helpful. Always looking for other mom friends battling the weight!
  • mylee69
    mylee69 Posts: 15
    Feel welcome to add me. Havn't got anyone on friends list yet because I have just come back recently, Coming back to mfp is definately a step in the right direction as it has worked for me in the past and once again now. Keep your chin up and be your own cheerleader for getting back on track. Well done.
  • Jmee2
    Jmee2 Posts: 2 Member
    I am recommitting this morning as well. I have a long way to go and am searching for what I call my 2009 self. I'm also working out in the early mornings due to my kiddo and hubby's schedule. I'd be happy to have a friend to share and encourage with.

    I'm new to online boards and forums, but not new to the weight loss challenge.
  • mellycupcakesxo
    mellycupcakesxo Posts: 12 Member
    I can completely empathize with you because, especially with kids & full time school/part time work , it's extremely hard to keep up! My vow is start 2013 with daily exercise & diet (Diet is KEY) . And MFP is the best website to track your diet & exercise and STAY on track. Nothing's impossible. We can do this! Just make your goal TO LOSE WEIGHT period.... and once you start & see results, even if it's a pound or two, you'll want to continue. You can do this!
  • painauxraisin
    painauxraisin Posts: 299 Member
    Add me if you like. I'm struggling to get back on the wagon. I did the 30day shred before the rest of the house woke up a month or so ago. Now I just can't seem to get my **s out of bed in time. I've been swimming twice a week though so I'm not completely inactive. I'm surrounded by chocolates at my three jobs though which I just can't seem to resist.
  • Lex_Boogie
    Lex_Boogie Posts: 5
    Feel free to add me and remember that tomorrow is in the past and gone and each morning marks a begining and journey, cheers!!
  • rnprincess
    rnprincess Posts: 103 Member
    Don't give up! Don't ever give up. Each day is a new chance to start fresh. Don't kick yourself, just move forward.
  • jeremyw1977
    jeremyw1977 Posts: 505 Member
    Like you, I fell off the wagon. I even went so far as to delete my previous account.......I think I got kind of frustrated, not sure.
    I've decided to "renew my vow" as well. Luckily, MFP kept me going in the right direction even though I was't using it, because I didn't balloon back up.......I only put on about 2 pounds from my last weigh in.

    Now I'm back, and would welcome anybody to send me an invite too. I enjoy the scrutinizing eyes.
  • lauren1802
    lauren1802 Posts: 2
    Hey there. I started "2013 challenge to lose 52 lbs". Hope to see everyone there. It's my new years resolution. Make it yours too.

    is this a forum board?
  • annasensei
    annasensei Posts: 39
    Welcome back! We'll help you out! i've got some great workouts that can be done at home easily, so hit me up!
  • nsdjogger
    nsdjogger Posts: 39
    Welcome back! I've had to push the reset button a couple of times myself. :)
  • nsdjogger
    nsdjogger Posts: 39
    Like you, I fell off the wagon. I even went so far as to delete my previous account.......

    HA! I did the same thing!
  • knight76306
    knight76306 Posts: 233 Member
    Yep! Right there with ya. I've put on 50 lbs the last year or so. It kinda crept up and it didn't seem to bother me much til lately. I hate it!!!! Just having a hard time getting going!
  • TexMexBel
    TexMexBel Posts: 54 Member
    Add me too :) I've fallen off the wagon, I've tried and tried to brush my knees off and move forward but I have realized, I really need accountability so PLEASE count me it :) xoxo good luck
  • TheBeth1231
    TheBeth1231 Posts: 3
    Feel free to add me, aim is to lose half a stone and i need motivation to be honest too
  • Poetry_In_Pics
    Poetry_In_Pics Posts: 149
    Hi there!

    It's only problematic if you fall off the wagon and don't attempt to get back on :smile:

    I really like meeting new MFP friends as I believe that a support system is crucial to weightloss... feel free to add me if you'd like!
  • mom22yorkies
    mom22yorkies Posts: 29
    As you see, you are not alone...I have not only fell off the wagon, I feel like i got run over by the wagon. : ) But... a new year is going to begin soon, and I am going to get back to the way things are. My kiddos are all grown up, one in college, one graduated college, but if you need some support, feel free to add me as a friend cause I can totally relate to how you are feeling. We can do this... MFP is a great way to kickstart back to a healthier day to day living....
  • 1ConcreteGirl
    1ConcreteGirl Posts: 3,677 Member
    Okay people, listen up. You have all gravitated toward a spot where everyone has fallen off the wagon and you're about to form a "support network" of people who have fallen off the wagon. Everyone has bad days or weeks, but the danger is that you surround yourself with people who are going to encourage you too nicely even when you're having a bad spell, or that your friends will delete their accounts and you'll be left high and dry for support.

    If you are serious about this goal, I suggest you read through the forums and find people who have lost a significant amount of weight and will give you a kick in the butt when you start falling off the wagon.

    Leakramirez is a good one to friend, she's lost over 130 lbs. There are plenty of success stories you can read to inspire you, but your priority should be getting plugged in with people who are here to stay.
  • AquaFan
    AquaFan Posts: 309 Member
    Okay people, listen up. You have all gravitated toward a spot where everyone has fallen off the wagon and you're about to form a "support network" of people who have fallen off the wagon. Everyone has bad days or weeks, but the danger is that you surround yourself with people who are going to encourage you too nicely even when you're having a bad spell, or that your friends will delete their accounts and you'll be left high and dry for support.

    If you are serious about this goal, I suggest you read through the forums and find people who have lost a significant amount of weight and will give you a kick in the butt when you start falling off the wagon.

    Leakramirez is a good one to friend, she's lost over 130 lbs. There are plenty of success stories you can read to inspire you, but your priority should be getting plugged in with people who are here to stay.

    You could have saved time and space and just straight out called us losers. I've been very successful in the past and have lost a significant amount of weight through diet and exercise. Just because I fell off the wagon doesn't mean I failed.
  • 7631282
    7631282 Posts: 29 Member
    I'm looking to making a few friends myself, Friend me. I just began, working on day 4.
  • gimmegimmemoar
    gimmegimmemoar Posts: 213 Member
    Hi there! Feel free to add me everyone! I am always looking for new positive people like myself for motivation and to motivate!

Categories