Lost then gained. Want to find fitbit friends to challenge.

joauri
joauri Posts: 10 Member
edited November 9 in Motivation and Support
Like the title says, I've lost the weight before. I was very close to my goal weight when a personal tragedy happened and I gained a lot of what I worked very hard for back.

I want to find people who are dedicated and committed. I log my food daily. I use a fitbit charge to track all my activity. I want to find some people who want to make their health a priority.

I'm 30 with 2 kids. Work a corporate desk job.

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  • I'm in the same boat: lost weight and then over the last few years gained all but 10 lbs back. For health reasons along, I need to lost 50 lbs. I also have desk job and I've just started my gallon a day water challenge (this is a personal challenge, not a group challenge).
    I just started back with MFP and I'm committed as I need to ensure I do not have a stroke or any other major health issues as my blood pressure has gone sky high recently and I'm frankly scared.

    I would definitely like to be part of your journey and have you join mine.

    I'm 41 with 2 grown children so I really have zero reasons I cannot make these a priority.
  • editorgrrl
    editorgrrl Posts: 7,060 Member
    You can find friends in the Fitbit Users group: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1290-fitbit-users

    Anyone can add me: https://www.fitbit.com/user/278TJW
  • BethMarieVA
    BethMarieVA Posts: 64 Member
    SW 265
    CW 253
    GW 170

    I also use the FitBit Charge. I started my journey a month ago and have lost 12 pounds using MFP and my FitBit. I am very motivated and track daily regardless of what I eat (I even track the bad stuff).

    I have gained 100 pounds since I got married 6 1/2 years ago. There have been many personal things that have contributed to this weight gain. I had to have a really hard talk with myself and decided I am done being fat and need to get my life back. I am extremely motivated.

    I am still very new to this app and the FitBit app so I am not really sure how to add you...but please add me so we can challenge each other. What info do you need to add me as a friend on FitBit? I think my user name is hardeeshaw on FitBit and MFP.
  • editorgrrl
    editorgrrl Posts: 7,060 Member
    hardeeshaw wrote: »
    I am still very new to this app and the FitBit app so I am not really sure how to add you...but please add me so we can challenge each other. What info do you need to add me as a friend on FitBit? I think my user name is hardeeshaw on FitBit and MFP.

    To add an MFP friend, click their username. To add a Fitbit friend, you need their public URL. To find yours, go to Fitbit.com & click your profile pic at top right.

  • BethMarieVA
    BethMarieVA Posts: 64 Member
    Ok. Figured out my FitBit URL. Www.fitbit.com/user/2YMNFG feel free to add me!
  • legowrangler
    legowrangler Posts: 229 Member
    www.fitbit.com/user/2ZW749 Everyone add me!
  • kgailvincent
    kgailvincent Posts: 24 Member
    Feel free to add me too! I'm https://www.fitbit.com/user/332GCW
    I got a charge for Christmas and am interested in doing the challenges.
  • ErinK09
    ErinK09 Posts: 687 Member
    I'm 30, motivated, with 3 kids and love using my fitbit. I've got about 50 pounds more to go. I'll be your friend.
  • awasko1218
    awasko1218 Posts: 15 Member
    Here is my deal: I need you ladies! I need encouragement and motivation...especially in a couple months when I feel all is lost and want to dive into a tray of cookies. I will be turning FORTY this year... my son graduates this year and THE EX AND HIS WIFE will be there (not to mention lots of family and old friends whom I haven't seen in awhile). I NEED to be smokin' hot by then. Do you hear me? lol. Let's do this! Woot!
  • knightreader
    knightreader Posts: 813 Member
    difference between fitbit flex and charge?
  • editorgrrl
    editorgrrl Posts: 7,060 Member
    difference between fitbit flex and charge?

    Charge is the newest model. Charge HR & Surge are coming in 2015.

    You can learn more at https://www.fitbit.com/store and in the Fitbit Users group: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1290-fitbit-users
  • Renee0887
    Renee0887 Posts: 214 Member
    Everyone, feel free to add me on MFP and Fitbit (I have a One) www.fitbit.com/user/2SS5LM
  • WRXymama
    WRXymama Posts: 342 Member
    editorgrrl wrote: »
    difference between fitbit flex and charge?

    Charge is the newest model. Charge HR & Surge are coming in 2015.

    You can learn more at https://www.fitbit.com/store and in the Fitbit Users group: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/1290-fitbit-users


    Thank you for posting this information. Ive had my "one" for two years, and had thoughts of replacing it for the latest/greatest...but so far nothing has tempted me. The "one" so far has been a perfect fit
  • Travis_2
    Travis_2 Posts: 1,445 Member
    I'm old school with the Ultra
  • gbel1975
    gbel1975 Posts: 86 Member
    Surge is available if you look. Some Target stores have it...I got mine today, but had to drive about 50 minutes to a store that had it. My "normal" Target is about five minutes away. I was anxious to get it. It's my first Fitbit device and has been on my arm since 12:00 Noon today.
  • nerdymathgrrl
    nerdymathgrrl Posts: 270 Member
  • rainydays5
    rainydays5 Posts: 217 Member
    edited December 2014
    I am pretty much in the same boat. I lost about 40 lbs than started nursing school in August. I gained about 15 lbs back and will keep gaining back if I don't get back on track. I had the zip but lost it many many months ago. My awesome hubby got me the Charge for Christmas so I am ready to get back on track.

    https://www.fitbit.com/user/32HGG6

    ETA: I am 34 yo and have 5 kids ranging from 15 to 6.
  • joauri
    joauri Posts: 10 Member
    I didn't know how to give my fitbit profile until now.

    It's https://www.fitbit.com/user/2Z7Z6P

    I'm happy to challenge and motivate anyone willing to do the same.
  • scotty8775
    scotty8775 Posts: 6 Member
    I've been stuck at a plateau for so long, I feel like I want to quit. I'm very proud of your commitment to keep trying; even if you've gained some weight back. Hang in there! You can do it.
  • joauri
    joauri Posts: 10 Member
    scotty8775 wrote: »
    I've been stuck at a plateau for so long, I feel like I want to quit. I'm very proud of your commitment to keep trying; even if you've gained some weight back. Hang in there! You can do it.

    Thank you so much! You can do it, too!
  • I need friends so I can stay motivated and do challenges with.

    https://www.fitbit.com/user/32NNXY
  • bootsiejayne
    bootsiejayne Posts: 151 Member
    //www.fitbit.com/user/32H3YD
  • PMA150
    PMA150 Posts: 43 Member
    I got a fitbit charge for Christmas. Anyone who would like to add me please feel free!
    //www.fitbit.com/user/29LW8Y
  • brosis85
    brosis85 Posts: 114 Member
    Feel free to add me! I am 29 - work a corporate desk job. But I am also a personal trainer on the side :)
    https://www.fitbit.com/user/2XQTMY
  • tallieterp
    tallieterp Posts: 257 Member
    yessssss i had my first fitbit challenge the other week - i was second and didn't do nearly as well as i should have but it was great accountability!
    - https://www.fitbit.com/user/2SRV4C
    - I'm 29 work a desk job and need to get moving!
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