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pattyebricker
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I am 65 years old and need and would like encouragement, and advice. Trying to get my health back. Need to lose at least 80lbs. Don't want any more excuses like I'm just a food addict, I just can't eat sugar or any other excuses. I just over eat and it's time to stop. I also need to exercise. I have been sitting for as long as I can remember. I don't like to exercise, but that excuse won't fly any longer either. Is there anyone out there that's wants to get on this wagon with me?
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Joined Curves 2 weeks ago and today was the 1st time I was able to complete the circuit. It is amazing how much stronger I feel after only 2 weeks. I really never thought it was possible. I'm far from being where I want to be, in fact I am really slow going around the circuit, but now I believe I can get where I want to be. As the old saying goes "slow and steady wins the race". Would love other seniors to join me in regaining my health and getting back in the life game.0
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Congratulations on taking control of your health. As a former Curves trainer, I think you've chosen a wonderful way to start working out, plus you meet such nice people there. half the time you don't realize you're exercising and then you're done! I am 67 and have lost almost 30 pounds in the past 3 years, and am now on maintenance. But if I don't stay motivated and on track, the weight starts creeping back fast, so I need to stay focused. I feel so much better-that's what I need to remind myself when I hear chocolate calling.....
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am 71 and walking up and down hills to lose weight. I can't believe how much stronger I feel after just one week I live in the Adirondack Mountains and the hills are all around me. I want to lose 40 pounds so here I go. I just found this site and I love it.0
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Just completed my curves circuit and can't believe how much better I feel after starting to exercise. I really enjoy the ladies there and look forward to seeing them. I am trying to get control of my eating. I am just starting to realize just how much I was over eating and that it is mainly mindless eating. Look forward to exchanging information with you ladies.
Inarie: Glad you are walking and we can lose this weight
CapeCodShelia: Thanks for the encouragement regarding Curves. There is negative talk about it, but I think it is just what I need. I am going to send a friend request. Did you use a specific diet or just track calories?0 -
I am 67 and have been using MyFitnessPal for 60 days and i've have lost 20 lbs.I had lost 22 lbs before getting on MFP.I still need to lose 56 lbs,My sister and I walk for an hr.when the weather cooperates and when it doesn't I have a walking tape.It's a 4 mile walking tape.When I retired I became lazy ,watching television,reading & eating.Now I have refocused and getting back on track.Tracking our food,exercise and drinking LOTS of water is the key here.We can do this.0
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That's wonderful I am 60 and you sound alot better in moving than me you are an inspiration keep posting and have a great day
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That's wonderful I am 60 and you sound alot better in moving than me you are an inspiration keep posting and have a great day
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Inarie-That is awesome on you're walking .And i'm sure you have beautiful scenery.Like you I really enjoy walking.Some mornings I have a mental debate whether I want to exercise or not but once I get going i'm glad i went.I exercise best if I go early in the morning.I don't like to get busy and then stop to get my exercise in.
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I'm hanging my laundry out today and it just might get rained on.I sure hope not.Getting ready to put out my 3rd load.
Went walking for an hour this morning and a neighbors dog has decided he wants to trail along.And that's ok.The problem is he doesn't want to go home.I'm afraid he'll chase our chickens or kill them.Nor does my dog want him around.I don't know if we need to find a different walking path or not.Kinda hard to do when you live in the country.
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merrygrannie Good morning I have been reading on a web called fly lady and she said as soon as you get up wash your face brush your hair get dressed with your tennis shoes on then your body knows it's time to move,and it works for me.Plus I step outside that always gets me moving .This morning though is the exception I bought groceries yesterday and that always hurts my back. Today has to be a take it easy day. This is when I want to stay in bed but that hurts too so I have to work thru it.But i am the same as you on alot of things. Right now it helps to read about everyone else to know I am not alone.0
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Inarie- I would rather walk outdoors and I love hills and mountains--I don't know how many I could walk.You are a really inspiration to read.My Aunt and I walked her hills by her house and it really gets your heart going but you have things to look at outside.Keep it up and have a good day0
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Good morning everyone! Sitting here logging in my food and exercise before going again to help set tobacco.The last couple of years I tell myself i'm not going to help but here I go again.It will be alright once I get going.I went walking for 70 mins today so at least i got that out of the way.
IKphilley-like you, I'd rather walk outside.It seems like I always notice something different that I didn't before.
It's about time to leave to get that tobacco in the ground.I hope everyone has a great day.Don't forget to exercise and get that water down.
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Good morning everyone.Just walked for an hr.and cooling off.I need to do some mowing today and hanging out laundry.
Happy Veterans Day!
Remember to eat healthy,drink plenty of water and exercise.
This is a new day,make it count.
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Hi-I think Patti has left the group- she put a message out on the home page the other day that she was taking a different weight loss path
I didn't realize this board was still active-Nice to meet you Ladies!
I have a Fitbit and try to walk at least 10,000 steps a day. Right now there's so much pollen in the air, I can't go outside without choking and having my eyes burn. SO I'm working out in my moldy basement! I have always liked to walk, but after 40 years in the same neighborhood I was getting pretty bored. And suddenly I found myself taking different routes and longer walks and lately I've been walking the long way to the little neighborhood beach-about a 3 miles round trip. SO staying inside is frustrating, but necessary for now. The trees should be in full bloom soon and then it will be safe again0 -
Good evening,
Going to a family reunion tomorrow,potluck of course.I'm going to try very hard to behave myself and eat sensibly.
CapeCodSheila-I've changed my walking route too.My sister and I use to go to the park to walk.After awhile it became boring.We live in the country so we can choose to either go left or right out of our driveways.lol Nice to meet you too!
Gotta go get some prep work done for tomorrow.hope everyone is having a good day.
LKphillie-I haven't got in my water nor exercise and still need 500 calories.And it's already 5pm here.Wish I at least had more water drank.so far only 5 glasses.0 -
Good morning everyone.
After not exercising Fri. and Sat. I finally started exercising Sun.and again this morning.I think i'm back on track again.How about a challenge this month ? 500 minutes of exercise between June 2nd to June 30th.Anyone interested?
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Good morning everyone, I haven't dropped out., but just realized there was a response to this group. I'm still at MFP but going to try 1 meal a day as I lost so little weight in 33 days. I think I have a problem counting calories and seem to be able to adjust the numbers up and down to suit what I want to eat, even with weighing and measuring lol. I'm still going to stay within my calorie goal. Hope you all are well and that we can stay in touch.0
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Hello everyone,
Pattyebricker-Why are you just eating 1 meal a day? That's not even healthy.I've been eating 3 meals plus 2 snacks a day.If you do lose it will be hard to keep it off because you're metabolism will be messed up.Are you exercising and drinking lots of water.That was a big problem for me as I didn't like water.Now that's all I drink.Hang in there.
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Hi Group. I am looking forward to this weekend. Going to do some shopping with my son at the outlet mall. Hope to get some walking in on the treadmill when we get back too. I am feeling good and this is day 6 of the One Meal A Day diet. It is working great for me. I eat whatever I want (within calorie range) and don't worry about food or calories the rest of the day. I really have stopped getting hungry until it I is close to my meal window time.
merrygrannie: yes I am exercising at Curves 3 days a week, walking alternate days and drinking water
I live alone and find I cook a much better meal for myself if I know I am only going to cook one time each day. When eating several meals a day I tend to just snack and eat junk. I also found I adjusted the calories in my diary to fit what I wanted to eat. I had a cheat meal every day lol.0 -
Hi everyone.Pattyebricker I can understand fixing just 1 meal a day and i'm glad that's working for you.Good job on the exercising!Unfortunately it wouldn't work for me because I would get so hungry I'd eat everything I could find.Which is how I got overweight in the first place.
I hope you and your son has/had a good time shopping.I went to a tractor show with my husband and was bored.I think he realizes he would enjoy himself more if he took some of his buddies.I know I have to go again Sat.because we're taking our grandsons with us.
I hope I have a better day Sun.I went over just about everything.i exercised for 50 mins and got back within my calorie goal,barely.Here's wishing everyone a fantastic Sunday.
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Hi everyone. Hope you all are having a quiet peaceful Sunday morning. I'm sitting here drinking coffee and trying to decide what to do today. My toy Schnauzer would love it if I would just sit and hold her all day long, lol. I'm thinking of a short trip to the beach for a walk in the sand. Wouldn't be able to stay to long ,it's too hot. It would be a good time to pick up some fresh seafood .
Mary: I know exactly what you mean by being bored at the tractor show. My step son was is in the trucking business and my husband and I would meet him at every trucking show in the US of A. At first it was kind of fun, but after awhile it was the same thing over and over (of course, not to them). I just looked around every corner for a food vendor and as you can guess at a trucking show there were plenty haha. Enjoy the visit with your grandsons.
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Hi everyone! My name is Carrol and I'm new to My Fitness Pal and this group. I am 64 years old, retired and a Full-time RVer. I need to lose 100+ pounds to get healthy, avoid Type 2 diabetes, make things easier on my joints (knees & hips), and just plain feel better about myself. I would like to get advice, support and encouragement from others. I could sure it! No more excuses, I love food and just plain over eat!! There, I said it! I never had to exercise before and really don't like to. I've had a desk job since getting out of high school and really never had a weight problem until I was over 50. I have found I like to walk (knees permitting), ride a bike, water aerobics, and strength training. I just need to get off my butt and do it, consistently. Please feel free to friend me, I'd really like to share this journey with you. :happy: :flowerforyou: :drinker:
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Hi Carrol, glad to see you posting on this site. I can't really give advice, because I'm in the same boat as you, but sure can give encouragement. I don't like to exercise either. Joined Curves and went 3 days a week for a month, then just stopped one day and haven't been back. I am out of town now, but plan to start back next Monday. I really did feel better when I was going. I have 80lbs to lose. Hoping the best for all of us.0
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Hi Carol,my name is Mary.I'm 67 years old and I love MFP.My exercise of choice is walking.My sister and i walk for an hour each day unless the weather is bad.I have a exercise walking tape and get in a 4 mile walk.I was afraid of diabetes also.My Dr.said i was borderline and that got me motivated.My last job was a sit down job but I took time to walk in the mornings before work .Things kind of slacked off the last year I worked and retirement was bad because i had all this time on my hands and food was my friend.I have lost around 28 lbs since joining MFP.Before that I had lost 22 lbs so a total of 50 lbs since Jan.As long as I exercise,drink 1/2 my body weight in water(that was really hard) and log in everyday i feel i've got this.i still have another 50 lbs to lose.I feel so much better.We get out of this journey what we put into it.
Pattyebricker-walking is good for you and alot less expensive.Find you a walking buddy ,a good pair of walking shoes and you're all set..Once I started I felt guilty if I had to miss a day.As long as I don't have to get on the floor to exercise I'm good.Because I know I wouldn't be able to get back up. lol.
The only person stopping me to succeed is me.
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Mary, I enjoy walking too, but there is no safe place around me to walk without driving to get to a safe place (if you can find a safe place) My insurance pays for Curves so it cost me nothing to go except my time, which leaves me with no excuse, lol. I have read on a lot of these forums, that in addition to walking you need some sort of weight exercise (that's why Curves is especially good). Any thoughts on that? They say even doing weights with cans of vegetables, etc will help. Just a note I still hate exercise, but enjoyed the ladies at Curves. Congratulations on you weight loss, you are really doing good
Carroll, hope you are enjoying your Rving, I had 2 cousins do that, and it was a great adventure for them. They really enjoyed it. I got your friend request. We can do this, just look at Mary. I need to change my attitude about exercise and not think of it as a chore. I don't want to spend my retirement years over weight and not being able to get around or feeling guilt if I slip up a bit. There just has to be a happy place somewhere. Do the RV places have exercise rooms for bike riding or do you carry your bike? Do they have swimming pools or are you swimming in lakes, etc? I want to go with you, haha. Enjoy the journey.0 -
Hey Patty. I am 66 years old and need to lose about 60 lbs. I have been getting on and off myfitnesspal for about 5 years. I am going to stay this time. Recently, my daughter gave me a nutribullet and I have been juicing once a day for about two months, which gives me a boost. But fresh veggies are so expensive, and so is medication. So I am weighing out the options. Since, I am retired and don't see a lot of people, I need the support. I really enjoy walking, so I take the steps (i live on 8th floor) and across the street is a nice pond. So I do get some exercise.0
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Hello everyone ,
My grandsons have gone home after a 4 day visit and i have a lot of straightening to do.They are 5 & 6 and kept me busy.I already miss them.
Patty- I think it's great that your insurance pays for Curves,wish mine did.I've read where you need to change your exercise routine up a day or 2 a week. Something I need to work on.I live in the country and it's quite a distance ,30 miles or so,to an exercise place.I do have a video that has some strength training in it along with the walking.Since I've had my grandsons I've been using that.It's a 4 mile walking tape.I also read where people are using cans to use as weights,good idea.
Carroll-I think RV'n would be fun.My husband doesn't like traveling but it's something I would love to do.I guess i'm going to have to check out senior citizens bus tours.He doesn't like to drive in unfamiliar territory.
Bod4GodAnnice-
I've been retired for about 2 years and it was hard on me.I was so use to having a routine and being around people.It took me awhile to get adjusted.And it was in the winter which I don't like anyway.My friends were food ,tv and reading.Not a good combo.Then when my husband retired things got better.I see we all like to walk.My Dr.thinks that's the best exercise to do.
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Hey everyone. I've been out of town for the past few days and got in a lot of walking while shopping (not sure it counts as exercise, but beats sitting in the chair, lol).
Merrygrannie: so glad you got to spend some time with you grandsons, I'm sure they did keep you busy at that age. I only go to Curves 3 days a week as recommended and I do have a treadmill to walk on alternate days, but it is so boring, even if I watch my iPad or listen to music. I just don't seem to make myself do it. Nothing beats walking in the great outdoors in the fresh air, (always something new to see) I'm so jealous.
Bod4GodAnnice: welcome, I have a good blender and do juicing once in awhile. I don't have any recipes, just mixed up different stuff, sometimes good, sometimes not so much. I think it is really healthy, especially if you have trouble eating enough veggies and fruits. Glad to have you on board and we can all encourage each other. I think we have different needs from our younger sisters (the lbs don't come off as easily, but they will come off, lol). Glad you have a good place to walk. 8 floors, that's tough!!0 -
Hello everybody.I hope everyone is doing well.I went to a potluck meal today and i'll have to admit I didn't do as well as I should have.However I MADE myself exercise and that helped .
Patty-i agree about the treadmill,it is boring.I think walking is fun but I don't like walking by myself,especially on these country roads.I always have a neighbors dog follow me and than he doesn't want to go home.Which makes my dog unhappy.
I hope everyone will be on track this week.I got down to my 180's and definitely don't want to backslide.Let's all work hard on setting goals and reaching them.We can do this!!
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Good morning everyone,
I hope everyone is doing good.It's been very hot here,drinking lots of water.Push mowed late last evening when it was a tad bit cooler.At least it's done until next week.Took an hour,great exercise.
Everyone staying on track?There's not much action on here.Maybe everyone is too busy exercising.There are days i still have to push myself to exercise.
Take care of yourselves,drink plenty of water and try to stay cool.
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