We are pleased to announce that on March 4, 2025, an updated Rich Text Editor will be introduced in the MyFitnessPal Community. To learn more about the upcoming changes, please click here. We look forward to sharing this new feature with you!

Looking for friends (that sounds sad....lol)

hjb315
hjb315 Posts: 10 Member
edited November 2024 in Motivation and Support
Hi there! I am looking to connect with other happy, motivated 40 somethings who want to help inspire and encourage one another. Humor is a plus in this because at times I feel like if I don't laugh I'll cry. Lol. I remind myself that this isn't a sprint but a marathon and that I am now ready for this journey (but just like Dorothy some friends would be helpful.)
«1

Replies

  • Marg672
    Marg672 Posts: 48 Member
    That's not sad. I find the support here fantastic! Marathons.... I do marathons.... usually Netflix!
  • Bizgengirl
    Bizgengirl Posts: 4 Member
    Definitely not sad. Marathons are much more challenging than sprints, and something we all need support with =)
  • deege76
    deege76 Posts: 43 Member
    Well that sounds like me happy, 40 something and I'm definitely not sprinting
  • Clare_L_Black
    Clare_L_Black Posts: 13 Member
    Happy and motivated 40 something here
  • Clare_L_Black
    Clare_L_Black Posts: 13 Member
    Happy and motivated 40 something here although I try not to take any notice of my age
  • deege76
    deege76 Posts: 43 Member
    ???the last part of my post disappeared ..... Feel free to add me :)
  • barbaraedmo
    barbaraedmo Posts: 14 Member
    If your sad then do am I, I need a little motivation too so the more friends the happier I will be, we can mitigate each other
  • mjwarbeck
    mjwarbeck Posts: 699 Member
    Happy 40 something here :-)
  • smiles4jo
    smiles4jo Posts: 202 Member
    Not quite 40 here, but also looking for some supportive friends, so feel free to add me :)

    I've lost 11 pounds in the last month, but still have another 64 to go, so I definitely agree that this is a marathon and not a sprint!
  • 20yearsyounger
    20yearsyounger Posts: 1,630 Member
    I'm a proud member of the 40+ and maintaining club. Profile/diary is open. Feel free to add me if you think I can help.
  • jimmckenna68
    jimmckenna68 Posts: 523 Member
    40+ here too
    About 18lbs to go to target ( at least it better be when I hit the scales in the morning)
    Happily provide motivation, support, abuse and ridicule if it gets you where you want to be. Open profile/diary etc, because that encourages me and my accountability too. Add if you Dare/Care (delete as appropriate)
  • sweets1973
    sweets1973 Posts: 66 Member
    I'm 42 with 28lb to lose please add me
  • LavaDoll
    LavaDoll Posts: 595 Member
    I like shiny happy people, and I too could use some new super mega motivated friends!

    =^x^=
  • SlimmerAngie1622
    SlimmerAngie1622 Posts: 2 Member
    Hello..what state are u from ?how long have u been on MFP ?and how's it going for u....
  • shmulyeng
    shmulyeng Posts: 472 Member
    Not sad at all. The MFP community has been and still is a big part of my success up until now. Feel free to add me.
  • BeastField
    BeastField Posts: 463 Member
    Not quite 40... I'm 35. But if anyone wants to add me, feel free to do so!
  • mth12m
    mth12m Posts: 1 Member
    So, right after showering this morning, I stepped on the scale. It told me the truth, and I sighed. Then I had a breakfast hearty enough to feed... a canary. Went and worked out feverishly for a few hours, and shaved a dazzling twenty seconds off my twelve mile cycling time, yeah! I celebrated with a bottle of water, and a weak sport drink for lunch. Next was a bit of shopping -- to get more water. Just finished up with a meager dinner, then stepped on the scale for the second time today, and guess what it told me? The truth, again. Heading back to the store... to buy a scale that lies. *wink*
  • stopeatingout
    stopeatingout Posts: 18 Member
    HaHa. I have no friends either!!!
  • stopeatingout
    stopeatingout Posts: 18 Member
    mth12m wrote: »
    So, right after showering this morning, I stepped on the scale. It told me the truth, and I sighed. Then I had a breakfast hearty enough to feed... a canary. Went and worked out feverishly for a few hours, and shaved a dazzling twenty seconds off my twelve mile cycling time, yeah! I celebrated with a bottle of water, and a weak sport drink for lunch. Next was a bit of shopping -- to get more water. Just finished up with a meager dinner, then stepped on the scale for the second time today, and guess what it told me? The truth, again. Heading back to the store... to buy a scale that lies. *wink*

    That's hilarious!
  • StrongLife
    StrongLife Posts: 525 Member
    Marg672 wrote: »
    That's not sad. I find the support here fantastic! Marathons.... I do marathons.... usually Netflix!

    Chuckle. Me, 54 and am active on MFP. I enjoy working out and see the light side of things.
  • Eat_Sleep_Squat
    Eat_Sleep_Squat Posts: 15 Member
    Hello :) I could use some new friends to motivate, feel free to add me
  • ameerah3333
    ameerah3333 Posts: 30 Member
    Hi everyone! 40+ gal over here, have to get use to saying that, lol. I signed up back in the day when MFP just started and it was crap...so I quit. Well hey I'm back and I'm loving it. Day 1 and I too need positive people and motivation.

    Feel free to add moi :smiley:

    Must. Get. Leaner.
  • pansamanchada
    pansamanchada Posts: 158 Member
    This is great site to distract ourselves from the fact that we're hangry at some point during the day.
    I'm here everyday. I have a sense of humor as well.
  • Panda_brat
    Panda_brat Posts: 291 Member
    I just turned 41 last month. I am down 160 pounds, If anyone wants, add me.
  • ameerah3333
    ameerah3333 Posts: 30 Member
    Panda_brat wrote: »
    I am down 160 pounds.....

    Thats freaking awesome!!! Way to go!
  • TheLittleRedHairedGirl
    TheLittleRedHairedGirl Posts: 154 Member
    Hi, feel free to add me. I do a morning inspirational quote and do my best to be encouraging throughout the day. I'm in my early 40's and try not to take myself too seriously :)
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    This content has been removed.
  • PurpleOrchid531
    PurpleOrchid531 Posts: 28 Member
    Just started up again after falling off the wagon a few months ago (I wasn't seeing any progress on the scale so I quit). 40 something here too (gulp). Feel free to add me :)
  • Sherbear715
    Sherbear715 Posts: 4 Member
    I'm a 40 something too looking for support. I started my journey in July and I am about 9 pounds from my goal. Problem is I've been 9 pounds from my goal since December! I just keep losing and gaining the same 5 or 6 pounds. I am ok for a day or so and then I give in to temptation. Or just wait until everyone has gone to be and then completely sabotage my entire day! Feel free to add me as a friend.
  • ritaw68
    ritaw68 Posts: 9 Member
    Hey everyone. I am a MFP return customer. I had taken a break and joined WW through my job and I did lose some weight. Of course as WW do, they have changed the plan and I am just not liking the changes. So I thought I would return to old faithful. LOL. I am 47 (will have to morph over to the 50 somethings in a few years :) ). I can use some friends as well. Feel free to add me.
This discussion has been closed.

Categories