2017 Adopt a Noob Discussion

Oh, I'd love to be a mentor! Here's my profile:

I'm a 23 year old - 5', 118 lb. (bulk) lifting lover! I started off thinking the key to fitness was being a cardio bunny and eating as minimally as possible, until I hit 95 lbs. and still was not at my "ideal" body. Did my research, started eating more protein, lifting heavy and now a year-and-a-half later, here I am. I have achieved success through nutrition education, a little assistance from a trainer (and my orthopedic doc, thanks to foot problems) and my own curated lift program. I have an extremely busy schedule with a 3-hour commute, 9-hour work day and doing homeowner/girlfriend errands, but I always make time for fitness and health. I'm a proud fur mama to the funniest duo, Ote (4 lb. Chihuahua) and Dutch (145 lb. - still growing - Bullmastiff). All my lifts are powered by Starbuck's!

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Looking to mentor somebody wanting to get deep into athletics

I'm happy to adopt a noob.
Just one.

I don't have a ton of time so, be aware that there won't be a long - constant stream of messages but the ones I do send will be as helpful as I'm able to make them!
You're going to need to be self motivated, able to listen and willing to take on advice and make subtle changes to reach your goal - to push passed barriers and be the best YOU possible.

A little about me :
I'm Adam, I'm 27 and I'm an athlete based personal Trainer - I don't do the average gym training with my clients. I've trained people to get into the armed forces, trained people to enter serious competitions and I thrive from pushing my clients as far as I can and helping them reach their potential.

As a mentor I have a lot of knowledge to draw on to help push the right person forward.

What I'm looking for in a 'noob' :

Somebody absolutely dedicated, I want to be here to offer advice and guidance as you reach towards your goals and ultimately I want somebody that WANTS to succeed.

Turn to me if you're ready to take that next step and you want somebody to lean on for advice that will gladly put the time into explaining some of the advanced things to you.

If you're ready - I am!

Please be aware that due to the fact I'm only looking to take on - one noob, I will be waiting to see who best matches who I think would most benefit from having me as a mentor.

Additional points to consider:
I'm from the UK (time zones, etc)
I'm a fan of cardio, both HIIT and steady state - a huge believer in incorporating them into a week alongside strength training.

And to everybody else on here and those starting out in 2017 - I wish everybody the VERY best!

Yours,
Adam

I'm a newbie and would be interested in a mentor - prefer someone who is my age-ish: 50's - just because I think we have a few more challenges and health concerns.

Thanks!

About me:
-60 pounds down, 30 to go
-recovering Type II Diabetic
-Christian young lady, willing to help a couple of Christian young ladies
-wheelchair/bed bound
-loved playing baseball
-uses a hand-bike, rides a horse for exercise
-not very knowledgeable about health but very caring and willing to listen and pray with you during struggles

About you (the noob):
-prepared to log every last bite, sip and exercise (open diary ideal but not vital)
-knowledgeable about the basics of health and how to use MFP as a tool
-willing to come here and at least briefly message me Every. Single. Day. No matter what! If I don't see you one day, I'll be nice and check in via message. If I still don't see you...goodbye.
-able to share your struggles and successes with others. I want to celebrate victory together and cry with you during defeat.

This is cool.
I'll gladly mentor a few people. My details are listed below, I wont say no to anyone but read my info below to see if there is anything I can offer you.
I am 49 yrs old, just celebrated my 25th anniversary yesterday!

-I lost 50 lbs 3 years ago, and have been maintaining since. Mostly got my eating under control as I have always been pretty active and played many sports, lifted weights for most of my adult life.
- I lift weights about 3 times a week, presently following stronglifts 5x5.
- I don't eat clean, but I do count calories.
- cardio is a real dogs breakfast for me, everything from long walks, jogging, elliptical to long periods of nothing. Our weather can be brutal and I take breaks from time to time.

I'm a 55 yo married NOOB. Started using MFP to assist with adopting a Mediterranean diet (trying out MIND diet also) for wife and I. I've got a lot of weight to lose and need to be in shape to care for her as shes been diagnosis with degenerative brain disease. Lost 19 pounds in six weeks so far with portion control, eating whole foods and reducing alcohol and 20 to 30 minutes cardio activity a day (I need to work on endurance). Not easy starting right through holidays but have incorporated intermittent fasting which seems to help with those days we go overboard.

Open to partnering with others.

I'm willing to help mentor again this year.

Some stats first:
5' 1/2"
Early 30s

Start date: March 2, 2015
Starting weight: 133 pounds
Lowest weight: 102
Current goal weight: 107
Right now (December 30, 2016): 109

Like some of you, I started "dieting" a bunch of times but it never stuck. It came to a point to buy an entire new wardrobe or get serious. Haven't looked back.

I lost 28 pounds between March and late September 2015 on a 1200 calorie diet. This is a contentious issue around here, but as I am small and mostly sedentary, it worked for me. Maintenance is 1420 for me, and I eat about half of my exercise calories back. No particular plan for me, but lots of lean protein and veggies along with regular, reasonable indulgences.

I began with a Couch to 5K program (C25K) to help speed up the weight loss in the beginning. Did it for a month and got to the 5K, then got bored.

Since then, I've been doing body weight strength training five times a week. No gym, no dues, nothing to buy, AND NO EXCUSES. Fantastic for me. I like You Are Your Own Gym (YAYOG) because the trainer is low-key but challenging. It's not Insanity or any of that, but having stuck with it for almost 2 years, I'm in the best shape of my life. Since I have put on muscle, my goal weight went up by a few pounds, but I still have the same waist measurement (23.5" down from 29"). Ultimately, I believe exercise is important for any fitness program but you should find what works best for you.

Message me with a short introduction. Happy to offer any advice I can.

The two things I ask of anyone is consistency and not to excessively whiny. It sounds a bit harsh, but what I mean is that I need you to realize that there might be a day, three, or a week where everything seems to go wrong. It happens to all of us, but if you post messages every other day of how you'll never be able to do this and you're a failure, such an attitude is self-actualizing. Show up and try to be positive even about your shortcomings, and I'll be there for you!

Good luck to everyone!

I'd be glad to mentor someone.

I went from 285 to 190, the bulk of it, 65lbs, I lost in 7 months. For weight loss you have to eat well and then lifting / cardio supplements that.

I'm a strong endorser though of lifting while also adjusting your diet. Lifting gives you many benefits, it increases your confidence, makes you physically stronger, enhances your athletic ability and ensures you don't look 'skinny fat'.

I just wouldn't want to mentor someone that thinks going to the gym 3x a week is enough. I can't get behind that. I have a busy career, dog, i'm a home owner, i have a gf, i'm usually in a few rec sports (volleyball and flag football) and i still lift 7x a week.

I need to be adopted!

I'm a 20 year old from New Orleans. I'm currently in college and need a mentor that can motivate me to eat right and exercise. I'm looking to lose about 100 pounds and have no clue where to start.

I'm just now starting my weight loss journey and need someone to guide me along the way and tackle my weight loss goal!