Singles over 50

suzalyn

Hi All,
Single mom, 59 years old, living alone (with my dog - my best buddy).

I grew up slim and never had to worry about weight until after my second child was born. Didn't really lose that weight, then my husband passed away. After his death I lost a ton of weight, but it all came back with a new stressful job, then teenagers, menopause, and before I knew it I was 200 pounds.

Now my daughters are grown and (relatively) happy and I have a new job about to start in a few weeks. Will finally be making enough money to take a vacation by myself - for the first time ever. I booked tickets and a hotel room in February. Would like to lose 60 pounds between now and then, so I can wear a swimsuit in public.

Some of my trouble spots: eating alone (usually in front of computer), eating in the car (a bad one -- I've been commuting 75 mins each way -- that will end next month), and binging on the weekends (bakery products are like heroin to me).

I joined a gym, got my bike fixed, and joined some "meetup" groups to get out and hike around the area. I really want to turn my life around and go into my 60s with a new healthy profile.

Would love to meet and exchange motivation with any of you in similar circumstances.

Thanks,
Suzalyn

martineymoeykens

Hi Suzalyn,
Nice to meet someone with similar circumstances and goals for the last lap of life.
I am 59 for another few days, and have decided that I need to be healthy as slim as I was only 11 years ago. I found the app and started to eat sensibly and I haven't so far not craved for biscuits or bread with homemade jam! That is a real improvement.
I am walking every day on the way to work, have bought dumbbells and started to tone my arms.
I hope to buy a new bicycle and exercise around the Wicklow hills.
I am looking forward to meet friends here.
Martine

Loislaine61

Hi Suzalyn,

I am single and over 50. I'm so over the 50's that I'm in the 60's.:laugh:

I too grew up thin, very thin! With the years came the weight. It sneaked up on me because I was used to eating anything whenever I wanted to and it never affected my weight. In 2008 I lost 30 pounds and was able to maintain. In the last year I've put some back on. It's really been hard to lose this time, but I set a weekly goal of 1 pound. Sometimes I'm successful and sometimes not, but I keep trying.

You may add me if you like, I need the support too.

Lois