Any 50 somethings out there?

natural2299

HI I am 55+ and need to lose 50 lbs. I have so many, many reasons to lose the wait but find I lose my modification very quickly. I am attempting to do self analysis on what is stopping me from staying focused and determined. I have tried WW a couple times and have been on this site on and off for the last year or so. I am hoping by joining the community posts I will remain focused and determined.

2011Eileen

Hi Tanya,
I am in my late 50"s (58)
I too have tried ww but I have it calculated to a calorie form, without any free veggies and etc.
I left for ww for a few months and just recently returned to MFP, as I prefer the diary with MFP,
and this time found the points system on ww confusing, as I am constantly thinking in calories,
not points.
Having the support and a open diary on MFP has helped. I also use dominoes to represent each lb lost,
. Good luck on your journey, and feel free to add me as your friend for support.
Eileen

odddodd

My name is Pamela and will be 51 on Ground Hogs Day. Need to lose weight to hopefully help ease fibromyalgia pain, lower BP and cholesterol. I live in Oklahoma. Just checking to see if this group is still active and if there are new friends to be made as well.

slimndown2015

Just joined yesterday. Hi! I'm 53 and looking to slim down and get strong. A couple of work out DVD's I love are Ballet Beautiful and Callenetics. Very good at lengthening the muscles instead of bulking up. It's not a harsh work out, but you will feel it the next day.
Best to you all over 5 '3 in 2015!!

Bellamia2009

Hi. I just joined on the 31st of December. I just turned 55 last weekend. I've been an empty nester for quite a few years and divorced since 2013. I need to lose 65 lbs. And as of this morning I am down 4.2 of course its all water weight but a pound is a pound. I think the key for me is to pre-track. I plan the night before what I want for breakfast and lunch. Sometimes I will know that I want chicken or pork for dinner but not sure what I want to go with it so I will at least enter my main dish then when I decide what I want for side I can enter later. It allows me flexibility with dinner....my favorite meal of the day! It can be difficult cooking for just one though. Most recipes serve 4. I can separate all the servings and refrigerate or freeze but sometimes its so tempting to eat 2servings. I live in northern NY state so going out for a walk in the winter is not the easiest thing to do depending on how much snow, cold or wind we are getting. I have a Yoga DVD that I am going to start using and an eliptical that I need to dust off. Enjoy your journey!

dejavuohlala

Anyone is welcome to friend me, have been on here since Sept 2013 BUT please note the following are MUSTS:
that you log onto mfp regularly
that you offer mutual support a two way journey for us both
that you comment on posts and not use the like button only.


good lcuk with your journey i am 67 by the way

debsdoingthis

Hi, another 50 something here. Just turned 55 actually. I've been on MFP for a while. I have successes and failures. 2014 was a bad year for me. I'm looking to turn that around this year. I have 100+ lbs to lose. I've set a goal to lose 20 by Easter. Looking forward to receiving your friend requests:)

lambchoplewis1

I will turn 55 in a month. Lost the weight two years ago and gained back 15 lbs in the last year. I had been drinking too much wine. The empty calories and the metabolic issues with alcohol have sabotaged my efforts. Also, I have not been sleeping good drinking too much. I tossed the wine and started agin on MFP. Got a fitbit for Xmas and just linked the two. Want to be down at least 5 lbs by my "double nickel" bday.

Zinka61

I'm 53 and just joined. I've gained nearly 30# in the past 3 1/2 years, and I've got to get rid of it. I like walking, vegan recipes, figuring out how to feel better at an age where aches and pains and weight gain seem to be the new norm. Any and all can friend me. I noticed on my first day here that I didn't cheat or give up (as I did once before when I tried this) because someone had friended me, and I didn't want to let her down!

DterMined2012

Hello Tanya! I am 50 to be 51 in March and put on 30 pounds over the course of 6-7 years. I am now peri menopausal and it has made the wt. losing nearly impossible, well let's say you have to REALLY put forth much more effort to lose unlike when you were in your 20-30s. I have Pals on my friends list who are in their 50-60s who have been very successful at losing wt. so I know it can be done. The key is commitment!! I tend to give up at the slightest whim ie., getting upset, sad, see an increase on the scale (I weigh daily don't know if that is good or bad but I can't give it up)! Best of luck to you!

Beachbaby30

Hi! I'm 53 with 30 to lose by July. Feel free to add me. I too could use the support, motivation and accountability.

juliek803

I'm 53 and this is day one with my fitness pal....I need to lose about 45 pounds. My son gets married in October and I DO NOT want pictures with me looking like this. But even more importantly, I want to improve my health, reduce meds, and get rid of this nagging ache in my hip.

My first big step is a wine-free January - love my wine - but I know it is just empty calories and sugar - and makes me want a snack too!

DaveDTD

Hi, I'm 56 and have ben using this for about 20 months. Between running, keeping track of my steps with a fitbit and using MFP, I have ben able to lose over 45 lbs and be in the best shape in over 30 years. Feel free to add me. I log and I am active every day!

ginaluo

Hi I started in June 2014 and lost 42 pounds. Gained 5 during the holidays My goal is to lose the rest by July 8th. I'm going to, two weddings and a birth of a new grandbaby. I would like to look my best for the pictures. I'm 55 and turning 56 in February.

marjorieviterbo

Beachbaby30 wrote: »

Hi! I'm 53 with 30 to lose by July. Feel free to add me. I too could use the support, motivation and accountability.

hallen38

I just turned 52 on Dec 21st and would love to have some friends in here. a very positive group from what I see. My goals are simply to maintain a healthy weight. As with many, after 40 the scales been climbing, and maintaining is so much harder. I am 146 , was 137 a few short months ago, so hitting 50 has been another one of those decades that kicks me with a slower metabolism again. I have only been a member for 13 days so friends would be welcome!

Mongo501

Hi, I'm John! How is everyone today?

KatRDH94

I am 52 and have lost 48lbs so far. I would like some friends who also have the same goals and are also in my age range.

dejavuohlala

I havent just started but anyone is welcome to add me as a friend but these are a must for me.
you log regularly on mfp
you give support back for the support you receive form me
that you comment on post and do not just use the like button
good luck on your journey

Carol22355

Jeneba wrote: »

Welcome 50-Something!!!
I am 57 1/2! I gained 15 pounds last year after Sandy shut both of my gyms down. Then when I went back, I overdid things and ended up with soft tissue injuries that took a while to get better. Once I figured out that I needed to do the OPPOSITE of what I was being told (my PT's told me to remain inactive until I felt better) and I went back to heavy weights, 11 of the 15 pounds came right off! I am having trouble with the remaining 4 - tend to get tired, hungry, & crabby when I am restricting calories. But this is a loooong process and I am just happy to be healthy again.

jcas211 wrote: »

Hi Tanya. 55 here and also just joined 3 days ago. I too have done Weight Watchers and was successful Fell off the wagon because I love to cook and just did not try hard enough to do portion control. I do not have the time for meetings even though WW and the points system works well for me. I like MFP because of the food tracker. "If I bite it I write it". That makes it so much easier to be aware of what I am eating and how much I am eating as well as fat, sugar, sodium and carbs. I need to lose 55 pounds and would love to have friends to encourage me and to encourage in return. We can do this.

Carol22355

I am still just in the 50 somethings (59) and rejoining mfp as want to lose 64 pounds by the end of June to go shopping for my wedding dress for when I get married in September to my best friend Paul.

ogsteinkid

I'm not in the 50s yet but will be in February - 50 and fantastic is what we all are! I've always had a problem with weight and age isn't helping at all! I just started MFP a few days ago because I want to use the journaling, the support and the accountability. Having positive people to share the ups and downs will is always a source of strength!

Bchlvr64

Hi there! I'll be 51 in February. I have lost about 105 lbs. I am determined not to gain it back. I have gained a couple of lbs during the holidays. But I'm back on it. It feels so good not to be overeating. One of my goals in 2015 is to TRACK TRACK TRACK. That is priority #1 for me. Stay accountable. I would love some friends to support one another, feel free if anyone wants to add me. Best of luck.

pita7317

Hi Tanya. I am 56. Menopause. I went thru that at age 50 and was at my highest ever weight at that point. I honestly thought that I would just have to live with the weight gain, getting older....
I also love to cook and before MFP I had no clue about nutrition and portion sizes, etc.
I won't bore you with my journey but I have now lost 45 lbs. And weigh what I did in my 30's.
Everyone has their own mission with weight loss. I don't exercise. Occasionally golf/swim.
I still eat and drink anything I want, just less of it. Log everything , weigh/measure everything, daily.
When you start to see a difference in the mirror and comments from family/friends it gets much easier. And lastly if you have a bad day (over eat) don't beat yourself up and give up. Each day is a new beginning. Good luck on your journey ! And have fun in Mexico !
Cindi. (Send me a friend request if you would like)

64Brucey

Hi I'm 50 looking to lose over 100 lbs so long journey. Been a member of a will and lost over 30 lbs but put it all back on again. This time I am determined and happy to support other and build up a group of people who will listen and encourage each other. I am a keen golfer and looking and this to help drive exercise. I am also clearing a area in my garage to put some exercise machines in so I can exercise at night. Anyone please add me if you are interested in sharing and encouraging each other.

fluffyfitgirl

I am 55, lost 5 stone 8 years ago, put bit on like most over Christmas so back on to lose half a stone before it gets out of hand. My best advice is make small changes to start, I too love cooking (and eating!) but found it quite easy to adapt my normal recipes into health, lower calorie versions by using less fat and bulking up with vegetables.

Good luck to everyone x

grumpygit1962

Hi

52 here, and looking to get back to a fitness level where I can start doing some decent triathlon times along with some more enjoyable stuff.

1MissTanya

Hi Everyone!
It's cold and snowy today in Denver. I started Atkins on Monday and have lost 3 lbs. I'll see if it works for me. Hope everyone is doing well!

Karp1680

just turned 51 here looking to lose 20 to start with lost 20 using WW then gained it back this time it won't temporary LIFE Change ....