Looking for a buddy (or buddies) to help me stay accountable

Hi. I just joined the CC family and wanted to find someone to help keep me accountable and I will do the same for u.  I have lost over 40 lbs but some of it is creaping back on (15 pounds, in fact).  So.... I know from past experience I do better when I have a close network of friends to cheer one another on, challenge one another to do well everyday, help each other through cravings, etc. Or just to talk to of course.  I always do better when I know that I'm not the only one going through the struggle to lose weight.

Most of the "challenge" groups I looked at seemed to be closed or already well-established and large so I figured if I was having trouble finding one maybe others are too.  I don't care what your age or how much u have to lose.

While I try to work out I'd say my activity level is light-moderate.  I lost all my weight with mostly watching my calorie intake and only recently incorporated exercise.  So... any takers?

Sure!   We actually have pretty similar stats.  I just reached 40 lbs lost, still have 15ish to lose...not sure exactly until I get there.  It'll help having someone to be accountable to cause it's definately getting harder to stay motived.  

How do you want to do this?  Weekly weigh ins, or just a motivational type thread?  I'm an every day weigher, but only officially log on Fridays.  I'm kinda of bummed right now though,  because since I just started the Learn to Run program, my muscles are sore and in recovery, therefore retaining water, and I'm up 2 lbs from my last official weight.  My first ever gain - ughh!  I know it's temporary though, so I'm just going to hide the scale the rest of the week - lol.

I'm adding this thread to my Tags, and I'll keep checking in.  

Tracie

I am always looking for new friends!

SW 160

CW 135

GW 120

I got the whoe "eating right" thing down pretty well, I just need someone to give me a cyber butt kicking to get me working out! I am sooo lazy.

So, how are we doing this?  Checking in on this thread, through journals?  I would like to really get more involved with people in the site and keep up with what I say I am going to do.

Yay!! I'm so excited!

How to do this? Hmmm, how 'bout a weekly weigh-in and and checking journals and chatting??  Sound okay?  I don't really know.  I belonged to another weightloss forum awhile ago and we would challenge each other to sticking to certain calorie limits (nothing under 1200) or a "perfect week" challenge where we didn't cheat for the whole week.

I'm very new to this forum and still finding my way around.  the one I belonged to before was simpler to navigate. 

Tracie~ Congrats on all the weight lost thus far! Our stats are almost identical.  I got down to 134 (size 8 jean) in Spring and thought it was the perfect weight for me...it just felt right.  But...I let my guard down for awhile and WHAM! before I knew it my old habits crept back. I guess losing the weight is only HALF the battle, maintenance is also a huge part of it. 

Melissa~Great job dropping all those pounds! Your current weight is my final goal.  I can relate about the working out.  I try to get to the gym with my sister and, once I'm there, I have a good time and don't hate it.  BUT, its the getting there part that sucks!  My motivation to workout is very lacking.  Plus, since I lost the bulk of my extra pounds without breaking a sweat, I have it in my head that I don't need it.  I'm very good at talking myself out of working out and using excuses like too much to do or gotta get the kids here or get this done, etc. 

I can also relate about the weekends.  I struggle to stick to my calorie limit.  Plus, I'm in a cooking/baking jag lately that hasn't helped.  I like making new things but with two kids and a husband, I tend to make stuff that isn't lowcal.  And, of course, once its made and in the house it calls my name constantly. 

Hi, I'm down for one more group.

Lynn

Starting weight in 2007 226

Todays weight 153 GRH! TTOM did this to me. I was 149 :)

5 even, and I am not going to get any taller

Love eating right for once in my life, and dancing my  off to MJB Just Fine.

I love lifting weights.

I'm in if you will have me.

I'm up for a little accountability.

I really just started my weight loss routine a couple months ago and found this website recently.  I've never belonged to a weightloss group before so this should be fun.  My stats are:

sw: 250 (yuck)  cw: 230   gw: 150

I have no problems working out.  I have great incentive.  Our local Y has a babysitting room that is a part of the membership and they'll watch your kids for up to 2 hours as long as you are in the facility.  It gives me some time to myself as my two little boys have an indecent amount of energy.

For the most part I eat healthy. I love seafood (not the fried kind) and veggies so that part isn't too difficult.  Snacking is my downfall... especially at work when my co-workers thoughtfully put out reese's and chex mix for everyone to enjoy!  My willpower takes a beating.

This last weekend was a caloriefest too, sad to say.  Our town's yearly festival was saturday and sunday and the main part of it is up and down my street with food vendors everywhere.  On the plus side I did walk close to 10 miles going to all of the craft and antique booths.

So, what do you say?  Am I in?

Good job on all the weight loss- I could use such successful people to help motivate me to get my head on straight!

I have started to get back into working out lately, it is the calorie counting that I get most frustrated with.... I had written a post earlier about getting down when I don't see results, so that is what I have to work out... Lynn and others suggested focusing on other accomplishments, so I would like to make that my goal first.

I'm rounding up to 5'7" 153 first goal weight 147...

Can I tag along with this group?

YAY - we have a group!   I have added all of you into my friends list.  

so, what are all of your wonderful tricks to help keep you smiling?

Original Post by nutellabella:

so, what are all of your wonderful tricks to help keep you smiling?

 Well, I love lifting weights at the gym.

Men love women who likes to lift weights. "My ex didn't"

But men love it.

My gym trick is. Lipstick, water proof eyeliner, and a towel around my neck, and my weight lifiting belt and gloves for grip. Oh! purell

If your looking for another I am in.  So far motivation is something I have a lot of.  In 60 days I have lost over 20lbs.    That keeps me going so far  I am sure that will slow soon and that's when I will need lot's of friends.  As far as accountablility that is what I am needing most.  I am the only one holding myself accountable.  My starting weight was 253.  As of this morning I am at 232.50. 

My motivation:  My kids for one... I have more energy to play.  My husband... more energy for *nudge nudge wink wink* which he loves of course.  Me... more energy after everyone else goes to bed to work on my hobbies.

What makes me smile at the gym is when I am able to add another weight to the machines or beat my best on the elliptical/treadmill/bike.  It good to know that even if i stall a little on the weight loss, I am still getting stronger.

My kids are my cheerleaders, but when they leave I can get more done.

That really makes me smile too..

Hey gals!! What a group we have!!  Welcome Lynn, jbugner, nutellabella and tsc319.  So...since we have such a great group already, I wonder if we should start off with a bang and come up with some kind of challenge. Like maybe a "perfect week" challenge, during which we all stick like glue to our individual calorie limits for an entire 7 days.  Please, give me ur honest feedback about the idea. If its lame, tell me. 

We could start whenever we want and then report back after 7 days with pounds and/or inches lost.  Of course, we would post during the challenge as well to report progress and stuff.  So....what do u guys think?  Are u game? 

Way to go tsc319!

I love how everybody is motivated! I love the feeling of a hard workout at the gym and improving the amount of time I can stand being on a treadmill- outdoors is better, but with winter coming in and less hours of light, I figure I better establish a good indoor routine and get outside as extra when it is nice enough.

A week challenge sounds good! Except I am making it a goal not to step on the scale for the first two weeks because I beat myself up if I don't get immediate results and I want to get out of that... could I report though on how I feel? I know that sounds all clinical psychology, but I thought I would give it a try..... but would love the week challenge! I am in

Hi everyone = kcmom and I are so excited to get this group going!  I'm going to set us up in the Group area - I just need some ideas for a name. 

I'm going to set up three forums WITHIN the group.  One for weekly weigh in, one for tips & motivation, and one for our little rants (personal, diet or otherwise - just a place to vent!).     Any other forums you can think of?

Send me you name ideas!  I'll send an invite to everyone to join once it's set up.

Thanks! 

Tracie

PS - anyone else wanting to join, new members will always be welcome.  Just reply to this post or PM me, and I'll add you.

Can I join too? 

I was doing really great.  I made my GW of 130 but lbs. have been creeping on....   CW  143 yikes.  After all that work.  I need some motivation to stay on track.  I have been so hungry, especially in the afternoons.  I used to run alot and haven't been doing so much of that either.  I feel like I have concrete in my legs.  Soon as I hit my GW my husband bought me some nice jeans and now they are tigher than you know what...So I am glad to find you guys and hope that you don't mind if I join.

thanks, Steph

Sriar - welcome.  I added you as a buddy, you'll get a notice as soon as I get the group set up. 

Still looking for a couple of more members.  Here's a link to our group  http://caloriecount.about.com/gettin-gear-gal s-g404

It's set up to be private, so you'll have to request to join, but I'll approve you as soon as I get your request.