I need accountability to lose 100+

nmeech
nmeech Posts: 9 Member
edited November 10 in Motivation and Support
I'm a 30 year old female from southeastern Minnesota looking for accountability partners to help me in my journey of losing 100+ pounds. I am 5'4" and weigh 280... I need to lose weight for my health and trying to stay motivated without support is very hard to do. Thanks, Nicole :-)
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  • ANewChoice
    ANewChoice Posts: 12 Member
    Hey Nicole! I am just getting back into things at MFP and am currently working on a 30 minute exercise per day challenge and logging every bite. I am 31, 5'4 and 307. Would love to have accountability also. I feel like the more people are checking in with me the more successful I will be. Add me :)
  • Nazy_Ak
    Nazy_Ak Posts: 164 Member
    Hi Nicole,

    I am very similar, age 28, 5'3 and 262lbs. I'm from the UK but active on here. I'm in my first week of MFP (this time around) and so far have met some really lovely, genuinely friendly people :) you're welcome to add me if you like.
  • Nazy_Ak
    Nazy_Ak Posts: 164 Member
    ANewChoice wrote: »
    am currently working on a 30 minute exercise per day challenge and logging every bite.

    This is my plan too :) the only thing I'm restricting is fast food as my husband and I are doing a challenge to see how long before we miss it (18 days so far and not struggling yet! Woohoo!)
    Add me if you like :)

  • ANewChoice
    ANewChoice Posts: 12 Member
    Glad to hear you have been able to keep it up ! I love hearing the positive.
  • Nazy_Ak
    Nazy_Ak Posts: 164 Member
    Thank you. What kind of exercises do you like doing?
  • ANewChoice
    ANewChoice Posts: 12 Member
    Currently I am doing two days a week lap swimming, three days a week cardio machines and the rest at home dance videos. I also like lifting heavy but am going to wait a while to get back into that. What about you?
  • Nazy_Ak
    Nazy_Ak Posts: 164 Member
    That's really cool! I can swim but very very slowly and I'm sure my technique is weird lol. I want to eventually take swimming classes when I have more confidence! Can you suggest a dance video you like? I would love to know how to dance lol

    Atm, I'm mainly using my stationary bike at home but usually do kickboxing once a week with my hubi and yoga once a week following a video. I also vary between ufc trainer kinect, my rowing machine and bodyweight training. I also love walking, so we try to go hiking and few times a year :)

  • nmeech
    nmeech Posts: 9 Member
    Thanks Gals, I sent friend requests to you! I am starting a new program with some friends on Thursdays called the daniel plan and going to be doing the exercise videos with them 2x weekly. I need to get on my treadmill again and starting in the morning I am logging daily again!
  • shopgirl584
    shopgirl584 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi! I'm in a similar position. I weigh 260, height is 5 10" and I would like to lose between 90-100 pounds. I have been over weight for a decade and ready to make some life long changes. Been doing MFP since Jan. 6th and really enjoying making myself be accountable. I got a Fitbit on Jan. 6th and that is also helping me to be aware of my activity level. Would love to join your group! I'm from Oklahoma.
  • davisma1956
    davisma1956 Posts: 3
    Hi I need accountability also. I am 5'9 and weigh 248. I would love to lose 75 to 100 myself. I am using Fitbit. My biggest problem is I fell a little over a year ago and broke my shoulder real bad and don't have much use of it so I am very limited on exercising my upper body. I can't lift with it or raise my arm much over waist high. Would love it if you would add me and let's encourage each other. I am from Tennessee. Thanks
  • formonte
    formonte Posts: 9
    Hi, please friend request me as well! Same boat!
  • lovematthewchristopher
    lovematthewchristopher Posts: 147 Member
    Hi Everyone, i too am in the same boat. I am almost 50, hurt my knee 4 years ago and have put on alot of weight. There are alot of exercises that i cannot do, but am strengthening my body little by little, with the things i can do. I have lost 33 pounds since sept/14, but still want to lose another70 or so. Add me as a friend, i will help motivate everyone to keep on track if they do the same in return. Looking forward to meeting you all.
  • GrandmaSteph408
    GrandmaSteph408 Posts: 5
    I need to lose over 100 pounds and my biggest reason is lack of motivation after a few days and the lack of accountability. We could do it together.
  • ANewChoice
    ANewChoice Posts: 12 Member
    Nazy_Ak wrote: »
    That's really cool! I can swim but very very slowly and I'm sure my technique is weird lol. I want to eventually take swimming classes when I have more confidence! Can you suggest a dance video you like? I would love to know how to dance lol

    Atm, I'm mainly using my stationary bike at home but usually do kickboxing once a week with my hubi and yoga once a week following a video. I also vary between ufc trainer kinect, my rowing machine and bodyweight training. I also love walking, so we try to go hiking and few times a year :)

    Swimming is a great exercise and the water really allows me to be at peace. I have the zumba dvds and I also like club fitz videos on youtube. It is something you can do at home so no worries if you look funny. Kickboxing seems like a great work out but I would feel really awkward play fighting :)
  • AcctgChicka83
    AcctgChicka83 Posts: 21 Member
    Hi, I am 31 and looking to lose 100+ lbs as well. Feel free to add me and we can get through this together :smile:
  • MelissaRCJH
    MelissaRCJH Posts: 6 Member
    Hi everyone!

    I'm 40 y/o, 5'0" and needing to lose 100+ lbs. I need all the support I can get, too! I'd love to help you all on this journey, too! Please feel free and add me!
  • SandyCoils
    SandyCoils Posts: 164 Member
    edited January 2015
    *sigh of relief* Hi y'all. I'm 42 y/o, 5'4" and 252. I'm looking to lose at least 80 pounds. My first goal is to lose 32 pounds. After that I was thinking of setting 10 pound increment goals until I'm around 170. I'm not needy by any means, but when it comes to getting motivated to exercise, I need so much motivation! Deep down, I really want to exercise, but I just can't seem to make my body do it. However, when I get into the habit, I'm pretty good at it, even if it's just a 20 minute quick work-out. I need help, I really do, and I guess admitting it is my 1st step. I just joined the site today, and I'm hoping that I will soon be able to get a FitBit to help as well. Please friend me, and hopefully I can learn from all of you.
  • Nazy_Ak
    Nazy_Ak Posts: 164 Member
    Hey Sandy, our stats are similar, I'm 5'3 and 262 lbs and aiming long term to be at 160. Abit of my background is on my profile. I'll send you a request, have a look if you like :)
    I'm no expert, have only been back here for a week but totally understand the need of a support network and the people here are really friendly. well done on taking the first step x
  • sheshappynow
    sheshappynow Posts: 88 Member
    anyone feel free to add me as well..... I'm here for the long haul have 100 to lose as well.
  • Darton2010
    Darton2010 Posts: 137 Member
    Feel free to add me, I have lost over 80lbs so far with another 80-100lbs togo
  • ms_smartypants
    ms_smartypants Posts: 8,278 Member
    Hi there ....I am 44 and have 99lbs to lose ....feel free to add me ....wishing you much success :)
  • vel0226
    vel0226 Posts: 12 Member
    I am 5'4 currently weigh 235 lbs. I have lost 30 lbs using fitnesspal.. Still need to lose another 95 lbs. Feel free to add me and help each other meet our goals.
  • msmitch
    msmitch Posts: 21
    I'm very similar. 5'4" 279. I'm not losing much right now cause I'm pregnant. However I have gestational diabetes and am following the diabetic diet and hoping to maintain till little one arrives the end of April. Feel free to add me! I know from past expirience a little encouragement and accountability go a long way!
  • nmeech
    nmeech Posts: 9 Member
    Wow thank you all! I did all my friend requests from my cell so if I missed anyone please feel free to add me! I never expected all this support! I am excited to get started back on my journey to being healthy with all of you!
  • wildone4ever26
    wildone4ever26 Posts: 2
    I'm brand spanking new to this.. I downloaded the app last night. I've been overweight for 2 decades :( I've lost about 45 pounds in 2014 but did it on my own with no real support. I decided to kick off the year by entering the Scale Back Alabama weight loss challenge as a way to motivate myself. That's how I found out about this app & the pacer app. I'm 47 years old & want to lose a total of 100 pounds. I would really like to have a small group of people on a similar journey to partner up with. I am still navigating my way through this app so please bare with me. Add me if you are interested in joining me on this adventure.
  • kksoucie
    kksoucie Posts: 18 Member
    Hi all! I am starting my journey again on Myfitnesspal. I used it once before and lost 30lbs last year. I have since gained back 17 and am starting again at 305 lbs 5'7". I am 33 and want to get healthier for myself and my family. Feel free to add me!
  • jazzine1
    jazzine1 Posts: 280 Member
    Hi everyone I too need to lose 70-90lbs. I'm 42 yrs old, 5'5 starting weight 231lbs. This is my second week on here. I wear a Fitbit, weight my food and log everything. I work full time sitting in an office and hate to exercise but try my best to get my 10,000 steps in everyday. I am trying to exercise at home at least 30 mins waiting on my Zumba dvds to arrive. :D I am a single mother of 2 toddlers so I am following nutrisystem for the most part because its easier than to think what to cook everyday after I get home from work. I need just as much encouragement and motivation as you all. I do like to see fast results and so I rely a lot of the scale numbers and if the scale doesnt show me the results I am looking for I get upset and down in the dumps but I have decided that this time I am not going to give up, its all or nothing. I hate being fat and I am going to stick with this journey until the finish line. (*) Please feel free to add me.
  • tmlq
    tmlq Posts: 10 Member
    I would love to join the group, please everyone add me :D

    I am a 33 yr old, 5'7 and 250lbs. Just had my second baby 2 months ago and I am ready to work! Need to lose 100lbs but my first goal is to lose 50.
  • TheOGMommster
    TheOGMommster Posts: 2 Member
    Hi Nicole, I too need accountability partners. It definitely helps. Add me and let's take this journey together.
  • lpoincot
    lpoincot Posts: 3 Member
    Please Friend me too...

    I am 35 (36 next week) - 5'6 & up 15lbs after an out of control holiday season -
    I had company in town until just last week so I just got started with the new year. I tried something new last week and I did fruits and veggies for three days, until the last day I had to have protein. I am focusing on eating low carb & calorie - under 60 carbs/1500 calories a day (which is doable without breads etc.). I am down 8 of the lbs in just under a week - but I am sure from my past experience that it will taper off to 1-2lbs a week unfortunately.

    That is where I need support - I lose weight slow and I know that is the right way, but I never stay in for the long haul. I need to lose at least 100lbs! I have lost 25-30lbs before but I give up and gain it back.

    I realize how quick time flies now that I have my son who will be 3 in April - so even if I lose 1-2lbs a week that is a lot over a year. I want to get healthy for him and myself (and I want to look good again:)!
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