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Name: Jenny
Age: 40
Height: 5'4"
Current Weight: 209.4
Starting Weight: 229.4
Goal Weight: 150
A little about me: I'm married my wonderful husband Sept 20, 2003. We have 2 sweet doogies named Sadie Lou (10) and Bella Noel (4). They are our babies. I was born and raised in Wisconsin and moved to Branson, MO in Sept 2015. The last 2 years have been just crazy for us both. In March of 2016 I started working in a hospital as a CNA in the Critical Care Unit. I've been a CNA for years but this is my first hospital job. I love all that comes with this position. I work 12 hour days, 3 days a week.
How many times have you started this process: I started using MFP back in 2015 and had success with it. After we moved I was stressed and gained some weight back. Then in April I had surgery and have lost 10 pounds post op. Now I'm only about 5 pounds away from my lowest since before we moved.
I struggle with: Trying to figure out what to bring to work for meals. Most days I make breakfast smoothies before I leave the house. I need to increase my protein intake. I need to work on meal prep. I'm also needing to increase my activity on my days off from work.
I'm looking for (in an accountability partner): Someone to check in with me a couple times a week to make sure I'm going to the gym and doing meal prep. My goal is to workout 3 times a week.5 -
Name: Sigrún (you can call me Sig/Sigga)
Age: 25 (turning 26 this august)
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 204 lbs
A little about me: I'm a pretty outgoing person, I like to hang out with my friends and have a good time. Whether it is just chilling, going to the movies or going for a walk/bike ride - doesn't matter. Spending time with friends is always a good time! I'm from Iceland, lived in the states for 5 years, graduated from high school in Missouri and went on to college. Moved back home to Iceland in 2014, finished my bachelors degree and am in the accounting masters program. Along with my masters I work fulltime as an accounting associate at Ernst & Young in Iceland. So currently my work schedule is pretty normal 8-9 hours a day, however during january-april it gets pretty busy. Im trying to get in shape to start playing handball again (european handball) so thats my ultimate goal right now!
How many times have you started this process: Ive started a weight loss process too many times to count. I was pretty active october - january and as soon as tax season hit I kind of forgot about myself and it got too hard to get back into it. But now Im starting again and first time using myfitness pal - for real (used it couple times for like a week at a time hehe).
I struggle with: Staying committed and motivated throughout the process. I always played team sports when growing up and once I quit I guess I wasn't used to doing it on my own. Having to motivate myself, committing to the process and keeping myself accountable.
I'm looking for (in an accountability partner): Someone that keeps me accountable! I'd love it if it was someone that was close to me in age and with similar goals. I can text/fb message/work through my fitnesspal. Someone that wants to share recipes, workouts and etc. Someone that doesn't mind being straight up and keep it 100% real!5 -
Y'all, I'm so happy that we have a nice sized group here!! Let's all try to find someone that you think would be a good accountability partner, and make sure they are willing to discuss things as often as you, and use the same form of communication. Go ahead and send them a message on here to get the conversation going! I think this is really going to be great for all of us!!
Let's also check back into the group to see how everyone is doing and check into some new challenges
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Anyone from the UK or closer? Time difference might be awks with you guys from the US2
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Name: Rachelle
Age: 27
Height: 5'5"
Current Weight: 187
A little about me: I'm a stay at home mom from Texas. I workout in my home mostly walking on my treadmill or using youtube videos for new workout ideas.
How many times have you started this process: too many times (never with a group though!)
I struggle with: sticking to a diet/workout plan for more than a few months.
I'm looking for (in an accountability partner): Someone who actively logs information and would like to share updates. Seeing other's succeed I think will push me to keep going and I'd love to be that person for someone else as well!
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Name: Anzur
Age: 42
Weight: 183
Height : 5ft 8
All about me : I'm married with 2 teenagers and 2 doggies. Originally from Wisconsin but now live outside of Omaha Nebraska due to my husband's job change. I work full time 4 days a week for a private optical.
I've dieted too many times to count. I seem to ride the roller coaster 20-30 lbs up and down constantly. Weight watchers worked well in the past because of the group setting and weekly weigh ins.
My struggles : Sticking with healthy eating and staying motivated to exercise. I was in a car accident years ago and struggle daily with chronic pain so the last thing I want to do when I get home from work is physical movement!
Looking for : I'm searching for a buddy that's gonna push and inspire me. I have a fun sense of humor but also need a kick in the butt! I'd love to share recipes, ideas to sneak movement into a busy day, encouragement, and someone to just chat with on good and bad days.
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Name: Sanjana
Age: 19
Height: 5'4"
Current Weight: 191 lbs
A little about me: I grew up in Mumbai, moved to Dubai when I was fourteen, and am now a student at a college in Massachusetts. I'm planning to double major in English and Anthropology (so far, at least!). I love reading and writing and am the Prose Editor for the college's literary magazine. I don't love exercise and I have a sweet tooth, which is a struggle, and I'm planning to combat that during the school year by taking a PE class each semester.
How many times have you started this process: I've never really done something like this before; I've sort of just been trying - half-heartedly, more for other people than myself - for a long time now. I've decided now that this is something I want to do for myself, and so I'm here!
I struggle with: Exercising! There's always an excuse - walking to the gym in negative temperatures, essays, midterms, etc. Also eating healthy during the school year when all I have access to is dining hall food.
I'm looking for (in an accountability partner): I would love to partner with someone who I can check in with every day about my calorie count/exercise situation (and vice versa of course!). I've tried to check in before with parents/friends but either I'm too guilty/worried about disappointing them or too embarrassed, so I'd like a partner who is not too intense, just someone to help keep me on track and with whom I can be honest about how I'm doing. Please let me know if that sounds like it will work for you!2 -
@SKINNIME75 I was in the Omaha area for about 16yrs. I retired from the AF at Offutt, and lived in Bellevue all those years. Do you have access to Offutt?1
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So, does anyone feel like pairing up with me?0
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No I'm not military. I'm 20 min from Offutt and have many friends that have retired from there. I love this area!0
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SKINNIME75 wrote: »No I'm not military. I'm 20 min from Offutt and have many friends that have retired from there. I love this area!
I really loved it as well. I not only retired from the AF there, but I am also a grad of Peru State & Bellevue U. I also have some pretty deep ties to the area having had a business there and such. I have a son who moved back into the Benson area, and now works for the city of Omaha. One of the main reasons I moved down to where I am is to be closer to my grandchildren and such. Of course the warmer winters and the near complete absence of taxes doesn't hurt either. I am glad you are enjoying the area, there is soooo much to see and do, from the world class zoo, to the museums and such.
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Name: Lynneth
Age: 58
Height: 5'7"
Current Weight: 157
A little about me: I'm a happy mother of two, grandma of five, who travels a lot so I have trouble sticking with a routine, especially when on the road. I love outdoor sports, and the further out it is, the more comfortable I am. My job as software project manager allows me to work from anywhere so that's what I do. Very much an introvert. I turn 60 in 1.5 years and my goal is to weigh <140 by then, consistently, and to feel that my exercise and nutrition are finally in line with the vision I have in my head; that I have integrity between who I am and what I do, health-wise.
How many times have you started this process: Ha. I started this process once and am still starting! It's a life-long struggle, no? I expect to be starting in my 90s too!
I struggle with: I used to struggle with consistent workouts, but then I bit the bullet and started working with a personal trainer about a year ago. That was like a miracle drug! My workouts now are much more consistent, and I lost 15 pounds. However I've plateaued because of how much I struggle with nutrition. I'm a Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde eater - perfect on some days, absolutely monstrous on others. Consistent tracking is my friend.
I'm looking for (in an accountability partner): I am looking to work with one person (I'm not really a group-type of gal) who I can report my meals, calories, and macros every day (preferably text). I'd like a neutral objective perspective on my diet and ideas on how to improve it, and strategies. So basically I'm looking for a nutrition personal trainer! And I am willing to invest the time and effort to be the same in return.
Extras: apologies for not having a pic, I'll try to get one up soon.3 -
If anyone is still in search of an accountability partner let me know.
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