Late 30s Dad - Needs some new MFP Friends!

harry_170
harry_170 Posts: 18 Member
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OH.... MyFitnessPal. I've restarted with you so many times. Each time I say "THIS TIME IT IS GOING TO BE DIFFERENT!!!" And here I am a couple pounds above where I started. I always seem to jump back on after Easter (chocolate! jelly beans!)

I am at 216 now. 250 was my all time high when I was about 28. 188 was the lowest I've been in years. I'd be so happy to get there again! Actually, I'd be really happy just to drop below 200.

So...hello all, again. I'm looking for supportive friends to remind me to stay in the zone! Last time around I had a few MFP pals, most have quit or went idle

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  • grunggy
    grunggy Posts: 7 Member
    Hi
    We all could use some support. :)
    I have been at this for around 5 months now.
  • matt2442
    matt2442 Posts: 1,259 Member
    hi do you feel like you have reached a midlife crisis yet? I am doing a study to see when/if dads reach their crisis
  • simonkurth
    simonkurth Posts: 395 Member
    Feel free to add me. Struggling dad making a change as well
  • oldy76
    oldy76 Posts: 185 Member
    I'm here every day (day 637 today) and always comment! You'll crack it this time. Oh, and welcome back!
  • Jane_1705
    Jane_1705 Posts: 152 Member
    Add me if you want. I log consistently, only been on here since start of this year but I have made good progress and I am supportive.
    I prefer friends that actually eat though!
    Jane
  • harry_170
    harry_170 Posts: 18 Member
    hi do you feel like you have reached a midlife crisis yet? I am doing a study to see when/if dads reach their crisis

    Not yet. I'm too busy to have a crisis!
  • harry_170
    harry_170 Posts: 18 Member
    HA! Late 30s. Who am I trying to kid. 39 is "basically 40"
  • savoiaS1
    savoiaS1 Posts: 129
    Im 31 man and a father myself. And I look pretty good. Takes us a lil longer then when we were younger but I look better then most people in their early 20's. No replacement for discipline and hard work. Keep at it.
  • UrnAsh
    UrnAsh Posts: 207 Member
    I'll be your pal! I'm almost 30 ha.
  • mountaingirl2207
    mountaingirl2207 Posts: 181
    I'm a 'late 30's' (read: 40) mom. Here everyday, do brick workouts, so would love to help inspire you.
  • perkins1179
    perkins1179 Posts: 4 Member
    Feel free to add me. I've been inconsistent in the past but am really trying to log every day now. I could use some MFP friends as well!
  • 0408boys
    0408boys Posts: 72 Member
    Glad to hear someone else call 39 'late 30's.' Feel free to add me, and good luck. This site has helped me stay focused even though I am a super busy Mom.
  • Keebler1976
    Keebler1976 Posts: 70 Member
    I'm 37 and kicking it into gear, Dad of 3 and I've started running to see if I can catch back some time, I'm not sure where it goes each day ! Add me up ! Cheer's
  • poesch77
    poesch77 Posts: 1,005 Member
    Hey.....I hardly have any pals on here that are dudes! Been on since 3/11 after 2nd kid was born. Lost 60lbs but gained a few.....Halloween-Easter sucks me in! Mid 30's SAHM in this for the long haul. And I too, want to be under 200lbs! Ughhhh!
  • skinnylynnie74
    skinnylynnie74 Posts: 154 Member
    My 39th birthday is fast approaching. Anyone of you "late '30's" can add me. I eat real food and move heavy things (like my overweight body, for instance!)
  • MorganLeighRN
    MorganLeighRN Posts: 411 Member
    Welcome back! You can add me if you'd like too. Anyone can add me :)
  • candicane32081
    candicane32081 Posts: 132 Member
    I am new to myfitnesspal and need friends to help encourage me. I have already lost 20 of the 85 lbs , but still have a ways to go.I am 32 years old and have struggled with my weight my whole life. Not only do I want to get in better shape, I also have a daughter that is 10 years old and want to set a good example for her.
  • TravisBikes
    TravisBikes Posts: 674 Member
    I'm searching for that mystical 199/under as well
  • MichelleZannone
    MichelleZannone Posts: 121
    I will be celebrating my 3rd anniversary of turning 39 soon :laugh: Add me if you like I am on here everyday and try to comment on all of my pals posts...
  • pghsmiles
    pghsmiles Posts: 26 Member
    You can add me. I have vowed to be on here daily so maybe we can motivate each other


    Jen
  • 1PoisonIvy
    1PoisonIvy Posts: 933 Member
    Welcome back,,lol,,,it's like AA, you are always welcomed!!

    Hi my name is Ivy, and I am a foodaholic!!
  • monabogsara
    monabogsara Posts: 7
    Dont even think about the past. you got this, things will change you'll see! i was 250 too i know it sucks, but this time is different you have so many people here to support you and help you. lifes too short live your life happy :)

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  • ruleof9
    ruleof9 Posts: 5 Member
    Sounds like my story just with your name...Here we go again, but this time, well, enough is enough!
  • Codename_Duchess
    Codename_Duchess Posts: 2,042 Member
    I've been on here for a little bit & am always looking for new pals to help keep my *kitten* in check. Add away. :D
  • flywithabowtie
    flywithabowtie Posts: 71 Member
    I'm in the same boat as you. I'm 37 w/ 2kids who run circles around me. I got to 230 & decided it was time to change. Since Feb 19th, I have lost 12lbs & will be weighing again tonight to see if I dropped anymore. My goal is 175-180, but would love to be under 200 by the end of summer. Feel free to add me.
  • ElizaRoche
    ElizaRoche Posts: 2,005 Member
    welcome back.. you can do it!
  • samcat2000
    samcat2000 Posts: 106 Member
    Going on 40 and started MFP in Jan. '13. Turning 40 is a big wake up call! Just have a couple of friends at this point but I log every day and am starting to read the message boards more often, etc. - add me if you'd like. I'm working at sticking with MFP better than I've done with facebook...oops. Good luck to you!
  • ULTRAF
    ULTRAF Posts: 1
    Hey another dad here that would not mind helping motivate you
    as long as you wouldn't mind doing the same for me. I'm in the same boat your in
    tryin to find something that works for me is everyday a learning lesson.
    But I will hopefully get it babysteps though I think the Hardest part
    isn't doin this workout or that workout the hardest part is just starting somewhere you know.

    If I could just get started and stay consistent I think that would have a huge benifit for me.

    one thing at a time right man. I got faith in ya.

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