The middle agers group. (Upper 30s,40s & 50ish folks)

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  • BourbonCowboy
    BourbonCowboy Posts: 21 Member
    Ok cool! Thank you!
  • slimgirljo15
    slimgirljo15 Posts: 269,456 Member
    Ok cool! Thank you!

    You're welcome. :)
  • WNCRun
    WNCRun Posts: 153 Member
    LOL There are more of us like you (and me) in here then like them...
  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    So true, we are doing the best we can, right (honesty, I could do better) that's why I have you all! To help be motivated and work towards making us all a better version of ourselves!!
  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    Hello. 😊 Not a newbie, in fact I’ve been off/on MFP for over 9 years now. Nowhere near new to dieting either. I’ve yo-yo’d all my adult life. I’ve tried just about every diet out there. I recently quit my first time trying Keto (even though I dropped 6 pounds the first 10 days). I just couldn’t handle all the fat/cholesterol. Every time, I always come back to the simple and basic counting calories with exercising. It’s the only thing I’ve ever stuck with that actually works. I’m looking for accountability/support friends who are close to my age with similar backgrounds and goals. I’d like to lose my age in pounds. Anyone else?

  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    I totally understand. I think I may be on that same crazy cycle..... just want something that works long term without the craziness!
  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    I'm not sure how to follow a group but looking for more friends to help motivate me. In VA here, add me if you're looking for the same😉

  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    WNCRun wrote: »
    Tap the grey star at the top. When it turns yellow, you’re following!

  • marjieanne
    marjieanne Posts: 14 Member
    Thanks! I think I'm starting to figure this out!!
  • SoonerFanForLife
    SoonerFanForLife Posts: 53 Member
    Welcome folks - you definitely have a supportive group here - I am hoping to start up some challenges soon and enjoy interacting most with those who grew up loving 80’s and 90’s music (Especially 80’s) - feel free to add me!
  • SoonerFanForLife
    SoonerFanForLife Posts: 53 Member
    49 year old desperate to lose weight to become healthy! Any tips would be welcomed!
    Welcome - everyone here will get tired of hearing me say - one good decision at a time leads to amazing results - you came to the right place for support and encouragement - you got this!!!
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    I’m seeing all these young athletic people on here, killing it at the gym, burning innumerable calories for hours at a time... I’m over here logging a 30 minute walk or workout on the Wii Fit whenever I can squeeze in a few minutes of personal time for myself, lol... 🤦🏼‍♀️

    Everyone had to start somewhere. And often times profile pictures are their inspiration as opposed to them
  • _Southern_Kev
    _Southern_Kev Posts: 18 Member
    I’m seeing all these young athletic people on here, killing it at the gym, burning innumerable calories for hours at a time... I’m over here logging a 30 minute walk or workout on the Wii Fit whenever I can squeeze in a few minutes of personal time for myself, lol... 🤦🏼‍♀️

    That’s so true. I get so excited for something that burns calories and gets work done at the same time.
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom
  • SoonerFanForLife
    SoonerFanForLife Posts: 53 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom

    Awesome news - enjoy the visit!
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom

    Awesome news - enjoy the visit!

    Thanks! I'll have to repeat it in two weeks if I want to keep visiting but at least it's a start and I know the process now
  • SoonerFanForLife
    SoonerFanForLife Posts: 53 Member
    How was the test?
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    How was the test?

    Not bad really. Here where I live everyone can get a test so the while process was less than 45 minutes. The test itself stung a little and my now has been a bit tender and runny since. Then again it's allergy season too so it's sensitive. As I listened to others getting tested I was like fee 10 seconds is short I can do that easily...well 10 seconds with a giant swab up your nose swirling around feels like hours but it was fine really. Better than a throat swab
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    IslandGal3 wrote: »
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    How was the test?

    Not bad really. Here where I live everyone can get a test so the while process was less than 45 minutes. The test itself stung a little and my now has been a bit tender and runny since. Then again it's allergy season too so it's sensitive. As I listened to others getting tested I was like fee 10 seconds is short I can do that easily...well 10 seconds with a giant swab up your nose swirling around feels like hours but it was fine really. Better than a throat swab

    My husband had it done twice. (Work related exposure) He said it's not pleasant, but over quickly.

    Enjoy the visit with your mom.

    My mom has had 4. They tested every senior who lives in a congregate environment and then she had an overnight at a hospital where she was tested 3 times! It's just weird but ya it doesn't take long.

    I have had no exposure and no symptoms. I think if they could they'd go door to door testing here
  • NorthStar77
    NorthStar77 Posts: 1,080 Member
    Happy Thursday everyone.

    P.s. Had 3 tests to date. Bit uncomfortable. But unpleasant. No real drama
  • alteredsteve175
    alteredsteve175 Posts: 2,725 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom

    Great news, Ali! Enjoy your time with your mom.
  • annliz23
    annliz23 Posts: 3,716 Member
    Happy Thursday everyone.

    P.s. Had 3 tests to date. Bit uncomfortable. But unpleasant. No real drama

    Glad it went ok for you.
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom

    Great news, Ali! Enjoy your time with your mom.

    Thanks after some confusion I have booked the patio for our visit. We still have to be distant and wear masks but it's something
  • TonyB0588
    TonyB0588 Posts: 9,520 Member
    I’m seeing all these young athletic people on here, killing it at the gym, burning innumerable calories for hours at a time... I’m over here logging a 30 minute walk or workout on the Wii Fit whenever I can squeeze in a few minutes of personal time for myself, lol... 🤦🏼‍♀️

    I'm with you. 30 to 45 minutes is fine. Better than nothing at all.
  • TonyB0588
    TonyB0588 Posts: 9,520 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Woo hoo no covid!!!! Got my results in less than two days. Now I guess I get to visit my mom

    Awesome!! Both if you please keep safe.
  • BourbonCowboy
    BourbonCowboy Posts: 21 Member
    Ate healthy today, nice 12oz piece of Atlantic salmon, smoked over cherry wood, cup of salad, even had enough left over for 2oz of fine Kentucky bourbon. Now its pool time. Happy 4th everyone!!!
  • Befitat40
    Befitat40 Posts: 93 Member
    How are all you “‘middle Agee’s” doing?? Hope you all have a wonderful and safe 4th!
  • walker1world
    walker1world Posts: 259 Member
    Befitat40 wrote: »
    How are all you “‘middle Agee’s” doing?? Hope you all have a wonderful and safe 4th!

    I am sure it will be a great weekend.
  • mlparedes03
    mlparedes03 Posts: 1 Member
    Hello my name is Luisa. I'm new here and I'm 51.