I have no "pals." Help!

jennifurious · January 2012

Hi!

I've been on this site for at least a month and I just can't seem to find any friends. Or the friends I have, don't log in for days at a time. I'm trying to lose 40 pounds. I'm super duper active--I live in Colorado--skiing, hiking, etc. However, I've discovered exercise doesn't do anything to cut weight without maintaining a healthy diet. For example, last year, I decided to train for a 10K (when I started I couldn't even run a mile), hoping that I could shed some weight. Well, I did end up running the 10K Bolder Boulder in it's entirety in May (didn't stop to walk once!), but I didn't lose a pound. In fact, I think I put on about 5 extra. Talk about demoralizing. Does anyone else have a similar story?

I've also tried Weight Watchers, but I feel like it's just too expensive for what it offers. Then, I discovered My Fitness Pal. My problem is that I track all my food for the first 3-4 days of the week and then all hell breaks loose on the weekend. I could really use that weekend support!

Thanks for reading and reaching out!

Also, if there's anyone here in the Boulder area, I could use a local weight loss friend. All my friends are so fit, it makes me feel like an outcast.

timeformetofly · January 2012

Hi I will be your fitness pal, I am usually on line on and off most of the day.

wannabehealthy1980 · January 2012

Same here, friend me if you want. I am on and off all day long

bhalter · January 2012

Feel free to friend me! I struggle with weekends too, but that's one of the things I'm hoping to focus on more in the weeks ahead. I started this journey the last week of November and was losing the first few weeks and after re-losing the weight I lost at Christmas, I've hit a plateau.

I log in every day and try to catch up with my friends on my news feed.

paulamarsden · January 2012

hi! im not from the USA (england here!) but im a recent joiner, been trying weight watchers but think it lets me have too many calories, and i find the tracking difficult on the site.

so anywho, im here, got about 60 pounds to lose... seriously unfit (first exercise session today!) and really need to get fit but also need to lose some weight.

if you want someone who logs in daily please say hi

angraham2 · January 2012

request sent.

allypally9 · January 2012

feel free to add me

i log in everyday and like to have pals to encourage and be encouraged by!

nas24 · January 2012

add me too!!! i live in colorado also

truelypinkthing · January 2012

I'm in the uk but you can add if you want :-)

Veronicabedjakian · January 2012

I need friends as well. Need motivation to continue to lose.

judy20in2011 · January 2012

Feel free to add me! I am not great at weekends mostly b/c of my internet connection but will definately try to keep you encouraged!

Bevin3014 · January 2012

Feel free to add me as well (and that goes for anyone).
I do slack a bit, as I have issues that keep me from being successful in losing weight. BUT I like to think I'm a great support for others

melisssaarielle · January 2012

I hate weekends, they ruin me too! you can add me.

DanOhh · January 2012

Welcome to MFP! You've found a great place to keep you on track. You're welcome to add me if you like. Good luck!

1981simm · January 2012

Add me...I need to lose forty five but i'm on every day it'd be nice to have friends with recipe ideas and stuff... i'm a fast food junkie trying to get back to a healthy lifestyle.

JoJoDoerr · January 2012

I am here everyday. Since I am home most days, I try to log on every time I eat, drink, or exercise and log, as for me that is a big part of the battle. (being able to see it all listed out) I have 40-50 pounds to lose and have found it extremely difficult. I find that I get discouraged also when I do a lot of exercising and healthy eating but for some reason still don't lose. So yes...I understand!

We will get there though! With the right attitudes, it is bound to work sooner or later!

jennifurious · January 2012

Thanks so much, everyone. This is just amazing!

LucianaMilk · January 2012

Feel free to add me!

I have the same problem on the weekends lol (and others day too). Once a heard a nutritionist on tv, she told we should give us 2 hours free (eat what you want) on sunday or saturday then go back to diet.

It is one way to eat what we like and two hours are not going to ruin one week effort. I will give a try.

tx_leigh · January 2012

Feel free to friend me! I struggle with the weekends as well.

CRichards22 · January 2012

Me too! Add me if you like! The more the merrier as far as I'm concerned, I only have 2 friends! :-D

Cat_296 · January 2012

Likewise - feel free to friend me (that goes for anyone!). I'm on every day (probably more than I should be!). I'm in the UK, but also struggle with hectic weekends!!

CindyCountingCalories · January 2012

I log in everyday and haven't gone over my calories from day 1 I try my best, if I go over I do some exercise to burn it off. My husband think I'm crazy after a few drinks lol!

You should check my 31 December 2011 day in my dairy at first I was embarrassed but now I can't stop laughing about it!

Welcome to add me! :drinker: :laugh:

30tips · January 2012

Welcome! I´ve been on here for a year.. It shouldn´t be hard to find friends here... just respond to other people´s posts once in a while, and you´ll find people that you want to befriend, or that will want to befriend you.
Best of luck!

kallsenmama · January 2012

Sister I feel you're pain. I am also trying to lose 40 lbs. I am turning 50 this year and I want to feel good and look good. My daughter suggested I try this web site - I haven't counted calories for years!!! I've counted points, carbs, you name it. Counting calories has been a wake up call - I had no idea how many calories I was consuming. Yikes!! I love to cook and I love wine so I have realized that I need to excercise daily and be more accountable. Also I have a good sense of humor and try not to be to serious but I am also tired of being heavier than I want to be. I have been logging on everyday so if you need encouragement let me know!!!