2015 Adopt a Noob Official MFP Thread

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  • Annette1270
    Annette1270 Posts: 26 Member
    I can definitely help. How would you let us know who we are paired up with?
  • angelamaria1978
    angelamaria1978 Posts: 2
    edited February 2015
    Hi I'm 37 yo, new to MFP and UK based. I didn't dare weigh myself when I started MFP but gphave finally done so (and wish I hadn't ) current weight 181lbs goal 130lbs. Logging food every day, have up24 however not exercising YET!'always struggling for time with little one. Would love some support, won't bog you down as my time is limited!!!
  • gamesandgains
    gamesandgains Posts: 640 Member
    I think I signed up as a mentor months ago but never heard back. Soo.... here I am.
  • beanie21mfp
    beanie21mfp Posts: 2 Member
    I'm 5'1", 25years old and living in Ireland. Looking to lose at least 28lbs for starters. Ideally lower but that's my target for the time being :smile: After many failed attempts at weight loss I'm hoping this time it really sticks, so food prep is key for me! So if anyone fancies going on this journey with me and giving advice etc it would be great :smiley:
  • gscott95499
    gscott95499 Posts: 10 Member
    I would like a mentor please x
  • sunandstars2
    sunandstars2 Posts: 56 Member
    edited March 2015
    Has found her noobs and is no longer accepting new applicants. :)


    I would be happy to mentor between 3 and 5 people. I have been a member here for a few years, and even during times where I had met my fitness goal, I still use MFP to stay on track.
    I began my fitness journey at age 29 as a size 12. I am now 41 years old, and I am currently a size 4, weight is 130, and I go up and down in the 130-120 range (so I am currently working on losing 10 pounds). My workouts of choice are weight lifting and running. In the past few years I have ran 2 half marathons, and I worked with a body building trainer (lifting and meal plan) prior to my summer '14 wedding. At that time I was in the best shape of my life! Thru that training, I gained valuable knowledge on how to “eat to workout” vs. what most people do (workout so they can eat). I have learned the importance of the timing and content of meals for optimal metabolism and muscle building. Ladies, NO you will NOT bulk up from lifting! You WILL gain sleek toned arms, firm abs and a lifted butt! I know this now because I did nothing but cardio for months and slimmed down a little but never got toned. EVER.
    So, as you guessed it, "life happens" and I'm back to the grind, happily and faithfully applying what I learned before to get back in shape. If you are interested in having a friend to share workout tips and meal plan guidance, please add me and mention your fitness goals! I will accept if I’m able.
  • sunandstars2
    sunandstars2 Posts: 56 Member
    NekoneMeowMixx wrote: »
    Would love to connect with a knowledgeable mentor!

    I'm 5' 6", and approx 134 pounds. My goals don't lie so much with weight loss as they do with strength. I plan on doing Tough Mudder this fall with my boyfriend. Currently my running ability leaves much to be desired, as does my upper body strength (which are the two most important things for an OCR like TM, I'm told). Currently working on revamping my workout routine, and thanks to some amazing MFP folks, I've constructed the following:

    Sunday-- Yoga
    Monday-- Jogging [C25K]
    Tuesday-- Weightlifting [Stronglifts 5x5]
    Wednesday-- Jogging [C25K]
    Thursday-- Weightlifting [Stronglifts 5x5]
    Friday-- Jogging [C25K]
    Saturday-- Weightlifting [Stronglifts 5x5]

    Would love any suggestions, and/or someone to just kick me in the rear when the going gets tough! PM/Add me!

    Hi there, Our current goals sounds similar. If you'd like to add me, we can probably help each other! :smile:
  • merv243
    merv243 Posts: 19 Member
    I'd be up for mentoring.

    Mike, 26/m.

    My main fitness activities are weight training and sports. At various times I have trained for strength and size with success. I have also had several successful cuts. I maintain a fairly rigid diet and workout routine and would be happy to share tips I've learned for a variety of goals. I'm also pretty knowledgeable about different routines people use for goals that don't match my own, so I could help with more than just what I am used to.

    I think I would be a good match for any beginner or intermediate who is looking for help getting started or breaking through a plateau with their workouts or otherwise meeting their goals. I can help you weed through some of the conflicting "broscience" and present you with different approaches to meet your goals.
  • sunandstars2
    sunandstars2 Posts: 56 Member
    merv243 wrote: »
    I'd be up for mentoring.

    I can help you weed through some of the conflicting "broscience" and present you with different approaches to meet your goals.

    Ha!! Bro Science. Love it. :) I just learned what that is this week.
  • renanan311
    renanan311 Posts: 3 Member
    Where do I sign up to be a noob?
  • sdado1013
    sdado1013 Posts: 209 Member
    edited February 2015
    Hi I am a noob looking to lose 12 lbs by May. I am looking for friends and/or mentor :) add me
  • Celestial_Song
    Celestial_Song Posts: 2 Member
    I am a 39 yo female with 3 children whom I homeschool. I recently took a MRT Leap test and found out I have some food sensitivities that are causing inflammation in my body. I have been dealing with thyroid issues for the past 4 years or so and the MRT was taken in hopes to help my thyroid issues. So by doctor's orders, there are several foods I can't eat. I been following the Leap diet for the past few weeks which is very similar to Paleo. So I would love someone that is knowledgeable about Paleo. I need help getting motivated to exercise which is hard fitting in since my husband works nights and I homeschool during the day.

    I appreciate your consideration.
  • laurahickman14
    laurahickman14 Posts: 84 Member
    Hey, just looking for some new friends on here that can help keep motivated! Loved this app just over a year ago but let things slip - now im back on track :) feel free to add me for motivation back too
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    renanan311 wrote: »
    Where do I sign up to be a noob?

    Directly to the person you want to mentor you. Contact them by private message by clicking on their username or avatar/profile pic. Good luck! :)
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    Celestial_Song wrote: »
    I am a 39 yo female with 3 children whom I homeschool. I recently took a MRT Leap test and found out I have some food sensitivities that are causing inflammation in my body. I have been dealing with thyroid issues for the past 4 years or so and the MRT was taken in hopes to help my thyroid issues. So by doctor's orders, there are several foods I can't eat. I been following the Leap diet for the past few weeks which is very similar to Paleo. So I would love someone that is knowledgeable about Paleo. I need help getting motivated to exercise which is hard fitting in since my husband works nights and I homeschool during the day.

    I appreciate your consideration.

    Copy and paste all the above into a private message to anyone from the still available list on the original post on this thread whom you'd like to mentor you. Click on their username or profile picture to find the send message button to PM them.
    Good luck! :)
  • cakesboberg
    cakesboberg Posts: 1
    Hi everyone!
    I'm a noob from Central California looking for a mentor! Im 29 and I'm trying to lose at least 30 by 30 ☺️ I played collegiate volleyball but then marriage and two precious kiddos happened. I just got my Fitbit from Costco today, but I've been using MFP on and off since he beginning of the year while working out at a gym. I'd love the support and advice from a mentor. Thanks!
  • Boe4Life
    Boe4Life Posts: 51 Member
    edited February 2015
    I could use a mentor. I am 43, 5'7" and currently weigh 231 lbs. I would love to get back down to 165-175. I have bought 38" waist pants and have drawn a line in the sand, no more new clothes unless they are smaller. The exercising thing I have a basic understanding of but I get killed in the kitchen. Diet is my weak point.
  • musicinvein
    musicinvein Posts: 1
    I'm a noob. Lol
  • kasjoy
    kasjoy Posts: 5 Member
    I would love to have a mentor. I've been using MFP for a while and tracking my food, but I don't seem to make much progress in changing my eating habits or losing weight. I'm 47 years old, married, with a 8-year-old daughter and a dog. And I live in MA, where the current snow situation is really turning me off from walking the dog any distance.
  • abbycassidy1
    abbycassidy1 Posts: 202
    Buttercupxxx wrote: »
    I am open to volunteering as a mentor....

    Good afternoon! I am professional weight looser... At the age of 55 I have tried them all starting with Richard Simmons in the 80's. :). I have been a member of a gym all my life and have worked at 24 Hour Fitness for a short time I was the Aquatic aerobic instructor. But a life style change from California to Ohio pulled me out of the gym, and Arthritis has set into my knees.
    I am a Business Banker for my pay, but I am a private chef as my passion. I have been using My Fitness Pal for the last 2 or more years. Including when I went through the "diabetes program" from the YMCA. It did get me to make the habit of recording everything I ate.
    This past November I started on the Atkins program (1992) the old one by Dr Atkins. I only eat real food, no bars, shakes etc. I immediately lost 10 pounds, and I like instant gratification. Then I lost more.....then the Holidays came....I gained...
    Well I learned how to loose and I am starting again-today-
    Friend me and join me and we will do this together, I can teach you what to eat, how to change the goals on your "my fitness pal" and we will win (loose) together.

    Hi there! interested in mentoring me? My name is Abby, I am 53, diagnosed pre diabetic, 80 pounds overweight, hurting 24/7, Mother, Grandmother, worked in health care most of my life and am a writer.
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