Women in their 40s!

wearefab

My why today is feeling good and balanced emotionally. Life throws up loads of stresses. I often respond by eating and my body gets very sick with stress. The over eating and not exercising adds to stress and life becomes a tightly wound unenjoyable tense grind !
If I avoid the bad ways of dealing with stress then I don't add to it , and life becomes easier.
So I guess my why is an easy life.
I also have medical conditions that get worse with overeating and prevent a full life. So I need to manage those
A healthy full life with an easy mind!
Today my goals are a yoga or gym session, easy on the bread again , no whole milk again and to go to shop and buy veg because I'm out of veg ! And eat it !
Go well everyone 😀

azkunk

wearefab wrote: »

@azkunk ☺ I have lots of health issues including the dizzies and heart. Does it only happen when you stand up ? For me what works is still using gym but not busting a gut. Just light or moderate exercycle and moderate weights. As it generally happens standing up , these days I hardly use my beloved eliptical and stick to exercycle. And instead of squat or lunge standing, I use leg press machine.
I hope you can work out a little as it sounds like you are really enjoying it. Good luck ☺

Nope. I was sitting on the floor last night with my daughter and it hit me out of the blue. Felt like I was going to pass out almost.

shep5820

I am 44 looking to lose- 50-60 lbs. Had first and "Only" child at 40, need to get this weight off. It has been just hangin on. Really would like to partner with someone- this is a hard road. Also became Vegetarian in the last 9 months. Helps alot.

Grammytryingtogetfit

@shortyjmorgan1 ,my why is my adorable Grandson
@wearefab , I did not know that about the elliptical, thanks for the tip!! Oh, I will eat a portion of my exercise calories back, maybe sometimes up to half if I'm hungry.
@azkunk , I hope you can get to that cardiologist sooner rather than later! Sending prayers your way!
Happy Hump Day Ladies!

Grammytryingtogetfit

wearefab

HI all I hope you are going well ?
Today I met goals of one bread instead of two and no whole milk and some yoga. I also did a lot of housework. .as far as I'm concerned movement is movement!
I have a lot of travel in the next few days. My goal is no caffeine after 2pm yikes!
And the same as before.
A decent walk and or some yoga or gym.
I do eat a lot of food generally but only because I'm at home so I'm sure that will change in time. ..eating for hunger only is my ultimate goal !!

azkunk

I love the daily accountability @wearefab!

I called the doctor’s office a found they had a cancellation for tomorrow. I am so happy about that. Hopefully, she will tell me it’s ok to exercise.

I have been a little high on my calories the past 2 days due to Birthday cake a lasagne. Today, I will refrain and try and stay under. Got a bunch of plans this weekend with my sister coming to town. Going to be honest here ... I will be going over my 1200 calories. I am going to enjoy myself and not worry about being perfect. It’s a marathon not a race.

wearefab

I am checking in here morning and evening to keep my mind targeted and healthy ! I hope I'm not overdoing it for you!
@azkunk good luck. You'll be a star nearer some clarity 😀 I know what you mean about marathon. Maybe in 20s it was a race but life goes on and we need to be balanced with joy and goals ☺
Let us know how you go with doc .

I'm reestablishing goals each morning. Travel today and I have only 2 hours until I leave. So that will be pack , fuel , tyres, little yoga maybe a short walk, shower etc and maybe stop for a walk on the way.

I can have coffee fruit and hard boiled eggs on the journey. It's a two day journey followed by a wedding.

Have a great day everyone ☺

suzyjmcd2

My why was because I wanted to like myself again -- 35 pounds gone, and "we're" friends again

mypixiedesigns

Hi there. I am newly 40 and looking to turn things around. I live in the greater Sacramento area and like to spend time outdoors and with my family but also I love movies and books.

I recently and my annual well visit and got a shock with some of my blood work. I am trying to get back on the healthy lifestyle wagon consistently. I need accountability and motivation.

lemonita12

wearefab wrote: »

My why today is feeling good and balanced emotionally. Life throws up loads of stresses. I often respond by eating and my body gets very sick with stress. The over eating and not exercising adds to stress and life becomes a tightly wound unenjoyable tense grind !
If I avoid the bad ways of dealing with stress then I don't add to it , and life becomes easier.
So I guess my why is an easy life.
I also have medical conditions that get worse with overeating and prevent a full life. So I need to manage those
A healthy full life with an easy mind!
Today my goals are a yoga or gym session, easy on the bread again , no whole milk again and to go to shop and buy veg because I'm out of veg ! And eat it !
Go well everyone 😀

I am with you, stress has led me to put the fat on and stressful days keep me from losing it . My "why" is to be healthier overall, to keep the stress from affecting me so much so that I am well and happy with my amazing little family.
I went a bit to the the gym today, I'll try to make the time for myself to do this at least every other day.

@ azkunk: good luck for your appointment

Chantell1979

I’ll be 40 this year. I have been up and down on weight. Ready to get back on track. Please add me!

shortyjmorgan1

TayrayM

New here and will be 40 in a few months! I was doing so good in my 30s until the last 2 years when I gained 30 pounds!!! Stress!!! Just looking for other women to keep up with for motivation!

MaelynMayhem

Hello. I'm Erin Maelyn. I'm 41. I don't have a lot of female friends in life. Just looking for a bit of support. My weight has been an issue for most of my life. It is coming off now, bit by bit. I am aiming to do this the right way and ignoring the pro-ana stuff that I am more familiar with due to my eating disorder history.

nurseflips

Glad to see lots of posts here - I've had a busy week so I'm struggling to keep up with you all!
Had some setbacks this week both eating and exercise wise as I'm a bit stressed with life at the moment but still managed better than I have in the past when I haven't been tracking. I love that tracking keeps you accountable and keeps things in check!
I'm going to do more meal prep next week so I'm sure that will help a lot.
Hope everyone's well!

MaelynMayhem

Well, I have a unique issue. My new card hasn't arrived yet AND I'm running low on food. I may have to do something I don't want to do, pull into reserves I was saving for later in the month. I got behind on bills and been attempting to get caught up on them. Hopefully, next month will be better. I get paid once a month. I'll head to the store tomorrow and pick up a couple of really cheap items to help.

azkunk

Been busy the past couple of days with my sister visiting. The cardiologist appointment went as I expected. The resting ekg was abnormal so I will need to wear an event monitor for a bit and get a few tests. The doctor said that I can still exercise so I’m glad that I will be able to keep that momentum going. After my sister leaves, I am going to do some purging in the pantry and really get focused on eating better. My why now is all about improving my health.

LERB1970

I’m 48. I yo-yo with my weight. Menopause approaches and I need to look about 40% of my body weight and keep it off. I cannot carry on being the Goodyear Blimp. So here I am, not quite at my heaviest but definitely exceeding maximum density and needing to lose 40kg (88lb). I want to keep it off this time. Any and all motivation and support gratefully received. I’m back in the pool daily, and I’m aiming to get to 5 miles a week which allows me to have a couple of off days! Please feel free to add me. Lisa

Halloweenmom31

ContraryMaryMary wrote: »

Hi, I'm almost 44. I've been here for a while now and have managed to lose that final tricky 15lbs, and a few more to boot. I've been maintaining for nearly four years now. Feel free to add me.

ContraryMaryMary wrote: »

Hi, I'm almost 44. I've been here for a while now and have managed to lose that final tricky 15lbs, and a few more to boot. I've been maintaining for nearly four years now. Feel free to add me.

How did you do the last 15???? I’m stuck!
Thank you!

clararg

Hi, everyone! I just turned 43. I’ve been using My Fitness Pal on and off for a few years now. I would like to be more consistent in tracking. I would like to lose 30 lbs. I really do believe that having accountability partners working on similar goals helps us all find success! Please feel free to add me. More power to us all

ljrlose

I’m in my late 40’s. I lost 30 pounds but have gained another 5 AFTER the holidays. I’d like to lose 35 more and keep it off but, my current plateau is wearing me down. I have to remind myself how good my blood work is since making the changes I have. I also enjoy shopping and getting dressed in the morning again! Celebrate every victory.

buxbert

I would like to be healthy, weigh less, be fit and sporty... immediately! This is not going to happen obviously so I will have to learn to be patient and consistent. I want to lose 25-30kg and firm up as much as possible at 47. One goal to reach is doing a headstand before turning 50 - I had meant to reach that goal at 40 but was super pregnant at that time so that had to be postponed. Just came back from a week of holidays and feel super motivated and super lazy at the same time, yeah!

shortyjmorgan1

mom23mangos

buxbert wrote: »

I would like to be healthy, weigh less, be fit and sporty... immediately! This is not going to happen obviously so I will have to learn to be patient and consistent. I want to lose 25-30kg and firm up as much as possible at 47. One goal to reach is doing a headstand before turning 50 - I had meant to reach that goal at 40 but was super pregnant at that time so that had to be postponed. Just came back from a week of holidays and feel super motivated and super lazy at the same time, yeah!

We have an ongoing handstand challenge going on in the challenges board. But any inversions are welcome! It helps to participate on that thread to motivate you to practice every day.

azkunk

Yesterday was a good day. I have been reading about the DASH diet promoted by the NIH for hypertension. I think I am going to give it a shot but I’m going to have to ease into it slowly since I have a lot of frozen meals at home. I’m starting by incorporating more fruits, veggies and low fat dairy into my diet.

vanessa10311

Hi! 41 and hitting workout goals but eating crappy foods. Some days I’m great some days I’m completely off and it’s making me so angry at my lack of self control. It’s complete self sabotage and so conscious doing it. I just can’t identify which wire I tripped up in my brain to give in to eating such bad foods. At this rate I’ll gain the twenty that I lost over the course of last year.... through healthy eating. Ugh.

buxbert

We have an ongoing handstand challenge going on in the challenges board. But any inversions are welcome! It helps to participate on that thread to motivate you to practice every day. [/quote]

Thanks for the tipp! What is it called exactly? There are several.. i def. will give it a try!

kpalk5

Hey Ladies! So I have been wanting to lose about 15 pounds and decided to go ahead and go for it. I recently purchased an Incline Trainer and am loving it so far. Could definitely use some friends for accountability and motivation on this journey.

springsweet

As lame as it sounds, my why is to lose the weight so I am comfortable in my own skin again. I also want to love myself 100%, and I know it sounds awful but I don't feel like I can achieve that until I shed some of this weight. Maybe it won't actually help me love myself more but I won't know until I achieve it.
I also want to be healthier overall.
I'm having a down-on-myself kinda day, sorry.