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1/23/12 9:36 A

Hello Lilolme105,

I'm looking for a buddy. I've just started a new Nutritional Program. I would like to get with some people to keep me going and on track. It that what your looking for?

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11/18/11 8:08 A

I could really need a buddy right now. Some support may be able to go a long way, I know what I need to do it's a matter or actually doing it right now.

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11/15/11 8:42 P

My name is Susan and I am also 48. I workout at home and would love a new buddy. I need all the encouragement I can get.

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4/19/11 8:50 P

I feel you can never have to many buddies and I'll take one ! My name's Alison and I'm 48 yrs old. I used to weigh 545 lbs and I'm now down to 293 lbs looking for Onederland ! I'm working hard at doing this at home since we only have 1 car between us and dh uses it for work. So I workout at home and I'm loving it.

Let me know if you would like to buddy up and we'll find a way to chat a little each day to keep eachother going. Have a fantastic and Sparkarific Day everyone !

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2/1/11 10:21 P

I would love a buddy! I am a mom of 3 kids so I do almost everything at home on my own. I don't have much support since my man thinks it's unnecessary and a joke. Anyways hit me up I'm 21 y/o btw

I lost 3 pounds my first week! Yay

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12/29/10 5:38 P

I just joined and would love a buddy, I'm 22 married with two lil girls both under two my last pregnancy resulted in a c-section so I have the extra weight I need to get rid of. I'm 220 and would love to get down to at least 160

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10/7/10 5:19 P

I'd love a Buddy! Just hit me up!! I'll be here for whomever!!

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10/5/10 12:23 A

Hi I could use a buddy I have 17 lbs to 199 and it seems almost impossible to get to that number. I could really use a buddy.

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9/29/10 12:57 A

Hey there X-Alliebaybee,,,good to have a buddy,,,yes,,McDonalds calls me quite frequently and it is hard for me to pass it up...any suggestions,,,blindfolded is not an option,,,lol

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9/24/10 9:59 P

Hey AngelFire, i have the same problem sometimes...i'll be ur buddy! :)

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9/23/10 6:17 A

Hello,,,I need a buddy to help and talk when McDonalds is callin me to the big mac,,,,,,help

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8/31/10 1:28 P

I need a buddy

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8/22/10 6:21 P

TANIADESROSIERS - good to meet you buddy... how's it going?

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8/22/10 6:20 P

good deal

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8/22/10 12:05 P

I love it when people come in twos :)

BABENPROGRESS why don't you and TANIADESROSIERS buddy up :)

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8/22/10 10:00 A

I also would like a buddy!

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8/20/10 7:50 P

tyanna- i would like a buddy!

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6/21/10 1:29 P

Great!

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6/21/10 6:28 A

Aisha76 and MishaMommy why don't you two buddy up :)

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6/20/10 11:25 P

I need a buddy!!!

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6/15/10 11:57 A

I'm looking for a buddy too, I need more motivation. I need to drop 30 someting pounds by the middle of October.

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6/14/10 10:35 P

Kreese48, I tried sending you a Spark message letting you know who your new buddy is, but you have Spark messages turned off. You're spark page is also locked down. I can't communicate with you other than on a thread. I hope you read this!

Please contact Melodyam75 as she is your buddy. Add her as your spark friend and add her to your safe list so you can receive spark mail from her.

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6/14/10 10:28 P

Ok, so the team pairs I've come up with are

SHACA02 & MINNESHA
MELODYAM75 & KREESE48
NATOS786 & KAUAICAROLANN

Hachjay please let me know if you still need a buddy. We will sort it all out if you do.

If anyone else is looking for a buddy, please post here to let everyone know!

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6/14/10 7:15 A

Tonight when I get home, I will be playing mathcmaker :) I'm going to buddy up people who are looking for buddies. I will post buddy matches here and also send a Spark mail to the new pairs.

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6/11/10 7:06 A

Hi everyone...I am in NEED of a buddy!! Need someone to push me and motivate me in any way possible!!

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6/9/10 5:58 P

Hi guys,
I just started not to long ago. I really need a buddy. Please add me to the list

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5/31/10 4:31 P

I have contacted Ladybug,and I can add Hachjay to my buddy's. Then I am good to go.

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5/31/10 6:27 A

That will depend on those two LadyBug. If they want a one-on-one buddy or if they want a support circle.

Rose and Hachjay, what are you looking for? :)

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5/29/10 3:42 P

I'll buddy with Rose and Hachjay if they don't mind. I'll try to be some help!

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5/29/10 12:47 P

Add me to this list please,Thanks

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5/29/10 10:50 A

So, seeings as Smertz has a lot of buddies, I went though and looked at the people left here who have posted but doesn't look like they have a buddy yet.

MELODYAM75
KAUAICAROLANN
SHACA02
KREESE48
HACHJAY
NATOS786

If someone on this list does have a buddy, let me know. If you wish to be added to the list, post and I'll add you.

I'll start playing match maker on Monday. :)

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5/29/10 8:50 A

I am new and would also like to buddy up. u can play match maker for me also. Last reliable weigh in i had was 206lbs, i would really like to get to 189lbs God Willing.

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5/28/10 8:22 A

I am buddied up with 5 members of this group. I like the support but want to make sure I can dedicate the sasistance and encouragment needed to each of my buddies, so I think I am at my limit.

My buddies at present are
1. LADYBUG150
2. TIME4ME-CHERYL
3. ROSE-100
4. ~*LADYBUGIRL~*~
5. ROBIN_W1

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5/27/10 7:05 A

Ok, so we have a lot of people looking here, have any of you buddied up?

If so, let us know, if not, then msg someone you think will be able to work with.

If that doesn't work, I can play match maker if you want. :)

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5/26/10 10:36 P

Not sure what a buddy does, but would love to help support and be supported (sounds like a good underwire bra). I am just starting and have about 75# to go, but will do it 10 pounds at a time (and reward myself with a pandora bead each 10 pounds).

Please either share if there are buddy rules or if anyone is interested.

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5/25/10 9:17 A

Hi! I have been stalled at 222-220 for a month and a half now. I have no problem motivating others - it's my own motivation that I've lost. I would like to have someone to be accountable to (as far as weekly weigh-ins) and would really like someone who would work-out "virtually" with me. I work M-F 7:30-3:30 (EST) and am online usually early morning but can be on in the evenings from home. I had a buddy on another team but she and I have far different schedules and it didn't work out well.

I am determined to get this weight off - until I get home and start munching.....

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5/13/10 9:51 P

We are all here to support each other. We all have the good, the bad, and yes...even the ugly. So if you need to connect with someone, feel free to contact me. I have had my share of successes and many more failures.

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5/12/10 8:33 P

I have never done this before and am not sure exactly what I am doing, but I would really like to connect with others who struggle as I do. I have been trying to loss weight for years without success. I am hoping with the support and guidance of others, I can change things for myself and help others along the way as well.

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5/3/10 1:07 P

I have 2 to keep me on track and motivated and after this weekend I definitely need it. Have a good week all.

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5/3/10 11:44 A

I still need a buddy

Edited by: ROSE-100 at: 5/27/2010 (11:51)

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5/3/10 7:53 A

Hello everyone, my name is Shavonne and i am not new to the site but i am new to groups and postings. I am very excited to start this journey. I know that i am going to need some support and advice. I am 25 yrs old...and i have been over 200lbs for yrs now..i keep trying diets and they work for a while and then i gain the weight back. I just found out that i have high blood pressure. Its TIME for me to LOSE WEIGHT...so i can get healthy and happy! I want to be able to go shopping and get clothes without having to get 3 different dress sizes to try on!! I am also looking for a buddy, so if anyone is interested please let me know...Thanks!!

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5/3/10 6:43 A

Hey Carol and Rose. Why don't you two become buddies? :)

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4/28/10 4:40 P

Hi Everyone,I'm Rose,I have been on this team,my motor has been idling slow,I have not been getting to far, fast. Just sitting watching the world go by I suppose. I have been slowly getting into exercising,but my girls are out with a sore back and the other busy moving. I need a push in the right direction,or before I know it Summer will be here and I'll be in the same boat,going downstream with no paddle.
I don't have access to a gym,just home equipment,bicycle,stability ball,bands,and dumbbells. Anyone want to start May off with a bang and get our motors running in the right direction?I'm game if you are.

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4/22/10 6:54 A

Hey Carol. I can't say I'm really a buddy person. But I'm sure there is someone on here who will gladly buddy with you! :)

As for your plateau, try something new. Your body gets use to your routine and it becomes 'normal' so that you're not working as hard as you once were. I find every 15lb to 20lb I need to switch something up. Right now I'm trying more cardio at in the morning, where as I use to workout in the evenings before.

It might also be time to up the weight in your strength training. Again, your body get's use to the weight and it isn't as much of a workout any more. The instructor in my strength training class said that you should change weights every 4 to 6 months.

Hope that helps you.

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4/17/10 5:52 P

MelodyAM75 - did you find a buddy? Tyanna, how about you?

I've been stuck at 220-219. Spark daily and am looking for someone to get on track with better cardio & ST sessions.
SW was 278 and GW is 175 by 4% increments (9-11 pounds at a time). Right now I just want to see the next 4% of 215!
In the past, I found if I do 10-12 minutes of ST 5-6 days, it's an easier workout than trying to 30 or 40 all at once...who has that much time in a day?...LOL!!
Cardio is usually Leslie Sansone 30 Min Walk Strong or the 3 mile one with ST after the 1st mile & yoga after the 3rd - 3 times a week. Or a neighborhood walk along the creek if it's not to dark or raining when I get home.

Nutrition days...most are really good, but when it's bad, oh, it's horrid!!

Also, I'm on Yahoo Instant Messenger, so if you'd like a more private place to chat we can chat there.

I just really want to get past this 215 road block and fly on to the next 4% (198....woohoo out of 200-ville!!)


Edited by: KAUAI-CAROLANN at: 4/17/2010 (17:53)

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4/14/10 12:25 P

I sent you a private message about being buddies...

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4/14/10 1:45 A

i would love a buddy

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4/6/10 5:53 P

As you two are the first posters to this thread, what do you think about becoming buddies? :)

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4/5/10 2:26 A

I'm interested in this as well.

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3/26/10 9:39 P

I like the idea of a buddy and willing to be buddy to anyone who needs one, sometimes I get frustrated and I don't get support from my husband because he drops weight fast and thinks I am not trying hard enough or exercising enough to drop the weight. If he puts on pounds, he diets for one week and drops 10 pounds.

Edited by: SMERTZ at: 3/26/2010 (21:40)

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3/22/10 8:16 P

Looking for a buddy to help motivate you and keep you on track? This thread is to help with just that.

This is the buddy meeting place for our team. :)

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