60 and sluggish

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  • pkotterman
    pkotterman Posts: 83 Member
    Joined a fitness challenge that is kicking my butt- literally. Walking up to 25 minutes at least 5 days. Felling pretty good!
  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 34,269 Member
    pkotterman wrote: »
    Joined a fitness challenge that is kicking my butt- literally. Walking up to 25 minutes at least 5 days. Felling pretty good!

    Good show: Keep up the good work, and keep it sustainable!
  • RedSierra
    RedSierra Posts: 253 Member
    edited August 2017
    pkotterman wrote: »
    I've never really been much into the community on MFP- but I need some motivation and advice. I didn't have much trouble with my weight until I was about 50- and the last 10 years I've gained over 50 lbs!!! The worst part is I gained 40 of it in the last 2 years. Exercising has never. Even fun for me- but now it's tough, so I figured if I could find a few people to inspire me and hold me accountable that might help. I'm starting a walking plan (I used to walk half marathons!) and a commitment to healthier eating and portion control. Would love to hear from others in a similar position.

    Good for you for starting to turn your health around.

    I'm 63, lost 40 pounds in six months, and have maintained for almost a year. I didn't have a problem losng the weight. The MFP food/exercise diary has been very helpful. I was obviously overeating, sitting on the couch too much, and eating to please other people.

    I believe age has little to do with weight gain. The gain is due to excess calories and lack of physical activity. Whether you're 60 or 20, you'll gain if you eat more than you burn.

    Exercise doesn't have to be tough or not fun. I saw that you've been walking the past two weeks. That's an excellent start.

  • pkotterman
    pkotterman Posts: 83 Member
    @RedSierra Your post was a big help this morning. You are right- I lived in AZ and was outside doing something year round. When I moved to the Midwest, I really started to gain. The first winter was brutal! My goal is to take advantage of the summer and build better habits again. Thanks for the note.
  • pkotterman
    pkotterman Posts: 83 Member
    Ugg. Had a BAD day yesterday eating- went out on the Riverfront with my boyfriend and ate and drank too much. Today- water- lots of it, and double the exercise. But I'm back at it. I think that's what matters. I've been really watching the calorie and carb intake. Clearly need more fruits and veggies so that's going to be the goal the rest of the week.
  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 34,269 Member
    pkotterman wrote: »
    Ugg. Had a BAD day yesterday eating- went out on the Riverfront with my boyfriend and ate and drank too much. Today- water- lots of it, and double the exercise. But I'm back at it. I think that's what matters. I've been really watching the calorie and carb intake. Clearly need more fruits and veggies so that's going to be the goal the rest of the week.

    Yep: When the horse bucks you off, get back on. Drama about it burns no extra calories.
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