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Need Friends for Motivation

sunshineandprayers
sunshineandprayers Posts: 38 Member
edited January 8 in Introduce Yourself
I have been trying to get friends and family to join this site with me so I can have some support and no one is really interested. Or they sign up and never post works-outs or food logs. I would love to have some friends on here who actively log in so I can be motivated by their commitment. I have tried MFP before, but find that I am not successful when I am only accountable to myself, if I know others are involved I tend to do a better job at making it a priority. Thanks to everyone who is wiling to share healthy life journey with me.
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  • Ackshrn
    Ackshrn Posts: 11
    Hi, feel free to add me... I have difficulty motivating myself as well :)
  • Deeptisingh
    Deeptisingh Posts: 39 Member
    There is another thread that can find you friends, But friend me as I need someone who can do what you are looking for. Perhaps we can help each other and stay on the plan.
  • socalnikki22
    socalnikki22 Posts: 14 Member
    I totally know the feeling! I would love to help you out, friend request you in a minute!
  • itsSEBRINA
    itsSEBRINA Posts: 4
    Hey there!!
    You can add me if you like!!
    Everyone needs an accountability partner!! =)
  • sunshineandprayers
    sunshineandprayers Posts: 38 Member
    Can I just say I am so moved by how quickly people responded. Feel motivation already!!!
  • momnicab
    momnicab Posts: 1 Member
    Hello Rosalina, my name is Momnica. I totally understand what you are saying, you can add me to your friend list. I would enjoy the extra support as well as give that extra support.
  • judykaycowan
    judykaycowan Posts: 3
    Friend me..........I've just started today also and needs lots of motivation:flowerforyou:
  • JAMProphet
    JAMProphet Posts: 288 Member
    Very early on, when I was first losing weight, I discovered that having public support was one of the most essential parts to my success. I posted and blogged on facebook weekly posted progress pics on a monthly basis. At first it was a little frightening (pictures of me online in my undies was slightly uncomfortable) but ultimately, it made the challenge that much more real and the motivation I received from my friends was even more powerful and useful. (Many of my friends told me that they didn't even realize I was as overweight as I was, because I was very good at covering up and hiding my weight)

    So support is absolutely fundamental - please feel free to add me! I love supporting people in a healthier lifestyle :)
  • Jonesie86
    Jonesie86 Posts: 446 Member
    Feel free to add me!!!
  • emmad2
    emmad2 Posts: 59
    Feel free to add me - I definately need some motivation as I'm getting married next year and have about 6 stone to lose so I need all the support I can get :-) xx
  • Justkritter
    Justkritter Posts: 143 Member
    Feel free to add me too.
  • avargas15
    avargas15 Posts: 26 Member
    Me too! I just started again today, and really want to be part of a team that is high on motivating each other. Looks like a good one! You guys rock!
  • Lbriggs82
    Lbriggs82 Posts: 58
    I also need help and friends! :) Feel free to add me people!
  • CelesteTX
    CelesteTX Posts: 5 Member
    I need friends as well for encouragement! today is my first official day to Healthy/ weightlost Land!!! I am excited. I will start with the 30 day shred by Jillian Michaels.
  • farmgirl1973
    farmgirl1973 Posts: 37 Member
    I went through the same thing. This is my second go with MFP and it is so much better with friends to motivate you. Feel free to add me for support.
  • jmessina205
    jmessina205 Posts: 190 Member
    Everyone needs a little support to be successful. Anyone can feel free to add me!!
  • lhalket
    lhalket Posts: 75 Member
    Feel free to add me - I just joined last week - and the encouragement received is so motivating!
  • Lovesqueezins
    Lovesqueezins Posts: 1
    Hi I've recently come back to MFP to try again. I registered before but didn't actually achieve anything with it at all. This time I'm determined to use the app on my phone and keep up with the site too.
    I would really appreciate some support and am happy to give it too!
  • davidoneill1914
    davidoneill1914 Posts: 172 Member
    feel free to add me :-)
  • a778c466
    a778c466 Posts: 141 Member
    I lost motivation last time I started because I was doing it alone. You can friend me!
  • me23823
    me23823 Posts: 5 Member
    I also need friends for motivation!!! Good luck with your journey!! :)
  • kevinparker66
    kevinparker66 Posts: 3 Member
    Feel free to add me, not only am I trying to lose some pounds but I've gave up smoking too for the last week anyway. So I'm trying to do two things at once
  • wonderwoman1974
    wonderwoman1974 Posts: 66 Member
    I have been trying to get friends and family to join this site with me so I can have some support and no one is really interested. Or they sign up and never post works-outs or food logs. I would love to have some friends on here who actively log in so I can be motivated by their commitment. I have tried MFP before, but find that I am not successful when I am only accountable to myself, if I know others are involved I tend to do a better job at making it a priority. Thanks to everyone who is wiling to share healthy life journey with me.

    I will add you. I am on everyday and also have a group who is currently doing 30DS by Jillian Michaels. We have 93 in the group but about 20 of us are very active daily.
  • wonderwoman1974
    wonderwoman1974 Posts: 66 Member
    Our group is 30 Day Shred Partners if any of you want to join...come on!! :)

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/10450-30-day-shred-partners
  • Corrie62
    Corrie62 Posts: 191
    I was on here before and lost my motivation (for a couple of years actually...booo!) But now trying to get back on track. I too need help staying motivated.
  • eblake35
    eblake35 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi,

    Friends do make a difference! I'm lucky enough to have a friend that often goes with me to the gym and bugs me about going.
    Having e-friends is a great idea and I think will motivate us all! I'm not sure how this works, but you are welcome to friend me!
  • Abruneaubunny98
    Abruneaubunny98 Posts: 3
    I have the very same proble. glad to see i'm not the only one. I'd gladly be ur friend:smile:
  • KristaZink
    KristaZink Posts: 1
    Friend me .. i am new to the site and need all the support i can get.
  • DawnieB1977
    DawnieB1977 Posts: 4,248 Member
    Feel free to add me! I've logged on every day for 195 days now, and my food diary is open.
  • DazzlnDiva
    DazzlnDiva Posts: 28
    You can add me, I don't have any friends yet either. Keep your head up!
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