Men & Women in their 50s starting anew in 2019!
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What is the hardest part of the day for you to stay healthy and why?
Evenings.... at home, tempted by alcohol and snacks
How do you stay on track?
Close the door to the kitchen as a nudge not to re-Enter after dinner, hang out in my bedroom instead of the living room, take a deep breath and recite some affirmations. Logging my day also helps!1 -
Hi im in
Im 55 and doing 5:2 Fast diet as done by Michael Mosley. Started last week. Got a fast day tomorrow... so here goes
Feel free to add me.
Have a happy Wednesday everyone 🙂2 -
Im in as well...lost 65 lbs around 6 years ago and kept it off for a few years but in the past 2 years it started creeping back up and now I have gained it practically all back. I feel humiliated, defeated and embarrassed. I am swore I would never go back...need to update my photo that was a several pounds thiner
. I have been listening to the Halfsizeme podcasts (Heather Robertson) she is really inspirational...really sick of yoyo dieting and always being at war with my body. I want to focus on changing habits and getting to the source of why...why do this over and over.
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Hi everyone. I'm Bonnie and joined MFP on 11/30/18. I kind of thought it was dumb to start eating less before the holidays but I'm glad I did. I'm down 10 pounds but still have a lot to go.
I have claimed 2019 as the year to reach my goal, or at least get almost there I'm logging everything I eat and drink, opened my diary to friends to keep me honest, and I'm riding the bike every day for at least 20 minutes. Hoping to up that to 25 minutes before the end of the month.
I'd love to have more friends for encouragement and accountability if anyone would like to add me.
Blessings,
Bonnie
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What is the hardest part of the day for you to stay healthy and why? At home, mostly when I come home from anywhere. It's emotional eating/stress relief after work and I think in part, procrastination.
How do you stay on track? Preparation (I pack everything ahead for work and gym/swimming) and try to get busy at home to avoid grazing.2 -
I’m in2
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I want to lose 30 lbs by October1
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Mike, Mike, Mike, what day is it???
First day back to school for kiddo, perfect new beginning to reign in my snacking. Going to stop at our mom-n-pop coffee shop for a treat for her, but I've already made, and in process of drinking, my protein shake, so no caramel machiato for me! Already logged the days meals AND snacks. Now to stick to it.
Own Hump Day, my beautiful friends!3 -
I have lost 80 pounds in the last year and 91 overall since 2013. I am about 10 pounds from goal and I need help getting me to the finish line! I had a car accident back in November that hindered my ability to get to the gym, which I was doing at least 5 days a week for 7 months leading up to that.
I am back to the gym this week, and I would love some support and some folks to friend me on here.
I am willing to throw back support and accountability your way, too! I am a middle school behavioral specialist and that stresses me out many days. I welcome both men and women as friends. I'd like to have my goal reached by the beginning of March, and then the maintenance life begins!7 -
Lets jump start this group....2 questions for this Monday morning.....
1- Where are you from? Be as specific or vague as you'd like.
2- What is one challenge that worries you this week?
I'll start...
1-Atlanta
2- Getting my exercise in. Been walking 4 straight days and I am sore, knees hurt and my back is tight. If I can just get to 250 I will feel so much better!
Sound off!
Answering Monday's question:
1- Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
2-Getting my calories back under control...I want to snack in the evenings0 -
Like many people here I used to find the afternoons the trickiest part of the day but now that I don't skimp on the lunch calories and prepack healthy snacks I find it easier.
Now it is car journeys...I need something to snack on so I'm saving one of my snacks for in the car - and we'll see.1 -
I'm in! Time for me to step up and mean it this time. Need to lose weight and eat better which will help with my arthritic knees. It will be baby steps at first however hope to move faster as I get used to the new routines.2
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Hello all. I would like to join this thread. I made a good start last year and then got sick in June and it all derailed. I'd like to pick up where I left off. I had lost 20 pounds but gained 10 back. I am glad that I did not go clear back to the start but still disappointed to have to work off the same ten pounds. I have along way to go because I would like to lose about 60 pounds total.
My biggest downfall is lack of planning. I need to meal prep in order to stay on track. If I leave it to last minute choices I will pick the worst (usually the easiest) foods.1 -
I’m in! 57 in April and need to lose 30 pounds. Lost it last year for my daughters wedding. But fell back into bad habits.
Starting weight: 162.2 / 5’5”. Started January 7th0 -
I'm in! It's time to get serious. I never thought I'd hit almost 200lbs...but this morning was 196.4. This is the heaviest I have ever been and it's been hard to pay attention to what I know I need to do...2
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@dgraft123, Happy belated birthday!
@cory17, I have made a promise to myself that I’m not buying anything bigger either!! I’m done!
@Sparkle1098, I feel your pain. My left knee keeps me from long walks right now. I’m hoping as I drop weight it will get better and I’ll be able to add long walks again.
@poscur, I felt all those feelings of shame and disgust when I started on 11/30/18. We have to keep our focus on the goal and that is to be at a healthy weight and stay there. We can do this! Sure, it’s hard. If it wasn’t, everyone would be trim. I’ll check out those podcasts.
@MissyMeltAway, thanks for the add. I look forward to encouraging each other to our goals!
@StaceyWW3, we can do this!! Make a plan and then make it a habit. What’s been working for me is to track every bite and to exercise every day without fail.
Hope everyone has had a great day! Spring can’t come fast enough for me!!
Blessings,
Bonnie in Nashville TN
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What is the hardest part of the day for you to stay healthy and why?
After dinner until I go to sleep. Especially on nights when I have to complete homework for my Master's classes. I just want to binge on popcorn, nuts, chips and salsa.
How do you stay on track?
I weigh myself. I drink water and flavored sparkling waters. My husband thinks this is crazy but I watch the Food Channel. Something about watching people eat food and describe the taste is very satisfying to me!2 -
What is the hardest part of the day for you to stay healthy and why?
After dinner until I go to sleep. Especially on nights when I have to complete homework for my Master's classes. I just want to binge on popcorn, nuts, chips and salsa.
How do you stay on track?
I weigh myself. I drink water and flavored sparkling waters. My husband thinks this is crazy but I watch the Food Channel. Something about watching people eat food and describe the taste is very satisfying to me!
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That is so funny! When I am on the treadmill I watch the food channel too! That is my hardest time of the day too!1 -
BonnieHosk85 wrote: »@dgraft123, Happy belated birthday!
@cory17, I have made a promise to myself that I’m not buying anything bigger either!! I’m done!
@Sparkle1098, I feel your pain. My left knee keeps me from long walks right now. I’m hoping as I drop weight it will get better and I’ll be able to add long walks again.
@poscur, I felt all those feelings of shame and disgust when I started on 11/30/18. We have to keep our focus on the goal and that is to be at a healthy weight and stay there. We can do this! Sure, it’s hard. If it wasn’t, everyone would be trim. I’ll check out those podcasts.
@MissyMeltAway, thanks for the add. I look forward to encouraging each other to our goals!
@StaceyWW3, we can do this!! Make a plan and then make it a habit. What’s been working for me is to track every bite and to exercise every day without fail.
Hope everyone has had a great day! Spring can’t come fast enough for me!!
Blessings,
Bonnie in Nashville TN
Bonnie-
You are so sweet and encouraging! Love it!2 -
Hey All-
Sorry I missed yesterday. Been fighting a cold.
Here is today's questions....and I'll start...
What is the one thing surprised you about pursuing a healthy lifestyle?
What is the one thing surprised you about pursuing a healthy lifestyle?
I didn't realize how much of my friends and social network were focused on calorie consuming events. It seems I only see people when we drink, eat or do both. I find myself telling people I cant see them because I know we will have 1,000 calories worth of beer and appetizers or worse! I need a plan to stay connected or find new friends!
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