60 yrs and up

ChickadeeSongs

Hi. I’m 65 years old and just joined, so I haven’t set up my profile yet. Just thought I’d say hello.

Over the past few years I’ve gained a few pounds that I hope to shed. I know what I need to do and it’s time to mend my ways.

trekkie123

So true!

ridiculous59

coblujay wrote: »

My vacation to Botswana and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) was incredible. My plan was to eat everything I wanted, but in smaller portions. That plan didn't last long. The chefs were amazing and the food was some of the best I've ever eaten. So, I enjoyed myself. I'm still getting over the jet lag and caught a cold, so I'm giving my body the chance to rest.

The exciting news is that the weight I gained, over 8 pounds, is already dropping off. When I left I weighed 189.2 and on Monday, my weight was 197.6. Today I'm at 193.4. After I get over the cold, I'll be back to exercising and meal planning.

This trip was made even better because I'm 70 pounds down from when I last traveled to the African continent. It was so much easier to climb in the safari vehicles, to fly on the small planes, to carry my luggage and to do everything else. I can't wait to do it again when I'm down another 20-30 pounds. I've started saving already.

Sounds like a fabulous trip! I went to Uganda on a humanitarian trip about 10 years ago. We worked hard and then treated ourselves with a few days at a lodge in a national park before we came home. The food was amazing and we were able to tour around the park and see the animals. They say that when you've been to Africa once, you'll always want to go back. I think there's some truth to that I'd especially like to go back weighing what I do now because it would make the heat much easier to handle.

ridiculous59

SbetaK wrote: »

@ridiculous59:
Wow, dragon boats look like such fun! Don't think I'll ever see one where I live, it's mostly big winds and ocean waves here and way too rough. Your post inspired me to look them up on YouTube and want to try it sometime, maybe on a vacation where they offer the experience.

When you travel, Google the area you're in for dragon boat clubs. I believe that most clubs will offer a "drop-in" fee and set you up with a paddle and life jacket, and put you in a boat that's an appropriate skill level. A first time paddle with us is free at my club

I think the main reason I enjoy the dragon boat is that you paddle as a team. In order to get the best result, all 20 of us must be in sync. At our age there aren't many "team sports" available and I missed that. And I love being out on the water on a summer evening. It also helps that we often go for a drink and wings afterwards

Colyan38

Good evening. This group was recommended to me. I am female, in my 7th decade and healthy and active. Could do with losing a few pounds to keep in shape. Major problem in diet is carbs: home baked bread, passion for curry with rice, home grown potatoes etc. Will get round to uploading photo to my profile once I am more familiar with site. Anyone here from UK?

MaggieGirl135

@Colyan38 welcome! Not from UK, but all are welcome. I’m from Colorado, SW of Denver, in the foothills. Can you call just shy of 8,000’ the foothills, lol?

Pdc654

Welcome to all the new people!

Pdc654

I had kind of an NSV on my walk yesterday. The toe of my shoe caught in a crack in the sidewalk and down I went landing on my hands. No serious damage, I scraped up my hands pretty good. Nothing broken. Here comes the NSV.....I hopped right up without any problem. Didn't need anything to hold on to. A few months ago I would never have been able to get up like that. If I was down on the floor I needed the support of a piece of furniture to get up.

Pdc654

Oh, I forgot to say....I'll be 70 years old in October.

swimmom_1

Pdc654 wrote: »

I had kind of an NSV on my walk yesterday. The toe of my shoe caught in a crack in the sidewalk and down I went landing on my hands. No serious damage, I scraped up my hands pretty good. Nothing broken. Here comes the NSV.....I hopped right up without any problem. Didn't need anything to hold on to. A few months ago I would never have been able to get up like that. If I was down on the floor I needed the support of a piece of furniture to get up.

I actually had something similar happen to me at work. I do dialysis on patients. I was doing it in their hospital room. We have hoses that we have to connect to a water supply. Sometimes they are across the room to the bathroom faucet. I tripped over a hose, fell on the knee I had the Tibial plateau fracture in 2015. I too hopped right up. When you don't have all that additional weight to push up it makes a world of a difference!

Pdc654

@swimmom_1 yes, it is amazing what your body can do without the extra weight. Being more active than I used to be helps, too. I just feel so much better in general than I did a year ago.

swimmom_1

Pdc654 wrote: »

@swimmom_1 yes, it is amazing what your body can do without the extra weight. Being more active than I used to be helps, too. I just feel so much better in general than I did a year ago.

Me too! I can't believe I put up with that weight for 7 years after I lost it before. I'm in a better place psychologically and think I'm going to be better at controlling my cravings for certain foods/snacks.

Pdc654

swimmom_1 wrote: »

Pdc654 wrote: »

@swimmom_1 yes, it is amazing what your body can do without the extra weight. Being more active than I used to be helps, too. I just feel so much better in general than I did a year ago.

Me too! I can't believe I put up with that weight for 7 years after I lost it before. I'm in a better place psychologically and think I'm going to be better at controlling my cravings for certain foods/snacks.

Here's to a lighter, healthier 2022!

Sue_Smiles

Hi everyone! I'm also looking for a group facing the same weight/health/age challenges. Please add me as a friend, and welcome me to the group?

I've been on WW numerous times, last year I joined again online and lost 60 pounds, and then they changed the program, and I lost my motivation and started gaining weight back. Since spending $22 a month was getting ridiculous for a program I wasn't using, I came back here. I think the key to staying with any kind of program is finding like-minded people who can cheer you on and you can cheer on in your turn.

Colyan38

I am learning Just found out what NSV is!

roxygirl3032

@Sue_Smiles yes I’m back too. Was on WW and new program messed with me too. But need to get back on track

GoRun2

Welcome to all of you

ninerbuff

As a trainer who's almost 60, I can attest you can get into shape at any age if the approach is smart and reasonable. I have a couple of clients who work out with me over late 50's and one of them can squat 275lbs with great form. I started training him in his early 50's though. Right now, in the best shape of his life ever.
Also have another who is pretty fit, although there are some flexibility issues that I have to work around to try to have her be completely fit.
You have to have a program that fits your current fitness level and progress from there. That's why assessments are important and not just a way where gyms try to get you to get personal training. I have about 50 clients right now and the majority of them thought they didn't need help. But with their improvement comes confidence and keeping them safe from any exercises that they shouldn't be doing.

A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

Sue_Smiles

roxygirl3032 wrote: »

@Sue_Smiles yes I’m back too. Was on WW and new program messed with me too. But need to get back on track

I’m so relieved I’m not the only one who had problems with the new program. Here’s to a healthy lifestyle!

BCLadybug888

Hey pals, sorry for being largely absent lately; I am struggling with my appetite, food choices and calories, but I am logging everything and not giving up!! I switched my target to maintenance per advice on these boards and I think it is helping to take the pressure off.
I couldn't really be up 5 lbs...but that's what the 😈 ⚖️ was showing this morning at my daughter's...back home tonight. Sheesh.

Welcome newbies!