Anyone over 50 on here?

dubw

Hi, will be 64 in two weeks.

jmart53

Hello, I'm 53 been doing MFP for a month now. Friend me. Good luck to you.

janfranbell

Hello,

I am 52 and have really been working on this for a week. Have used the program on and off for a year but now I got to get serious. Good Luck to you!

Butterfly3730

51 here! Waves hand!

mreko2005

Hi, I'm Helen and I'm a 58 (chronically, not emotionally , physically or mentally), and I reside in Virginia. I need all the support I can get if I'm going to meet my goal of losing 150 lbs. Started seriously measuring ounces, and counting calories, carbs, fats and proteins 8 days ago and, for my first weigh-in I had GAINED 4 pounds. Any ideas as to what I'm doing wrong?

semisweetchick

Hi! I'm 50 and a half. (wink) I'm a bit discouraged with MFP because I've been on it since last October but haven't lost a pound. Obviously the problem is ME, not the program. I'd love some MFP friends to help keep me motivated, especially on the exercise end. Thanks!

Beth

hankadl

Hi, I'm Hank and I'm 57. Started the Optifast system last May and have lost over 60 lbs. I need to transition back to food and this website might help, so I thought I would give it a try. Still need to lose 20 lbs to reach my goal of 210 lbs. Hopefully I can bust through this 230 lb plateau and get to my goal.

semisweetchick

Helen: Try not to get discouraged. That 4 pounds you gained came from calories you ate well before the past 8 days when you got serious. So hang in there.

Also, you have a very large goal. Do you have a plan to reward yourself for the small victories? After you lose the first 10 pounds, how will you celebrate? And what about when you reach the first 25 lost? I know, personally, I stay more motivated if I have a concrete reward to strive for.

Best wishes on your journey! You're doing all the right things.
Beth

Vernswifevickie

I'm 53 and new here. I'm doing Weight Watchers and I've lost 33 pounds so far. I've been sort of stuck and not so motivated for a while. I feel like seeing the calorie as well as the WW points is going to be the thing to get me going in the right direction again. I've also started running recently and have purchased a set of kettle bells and a Kettle Bell Workout DVD to start using on the days I don't run. I'd love to be friends with some women in my age group!

FlyByJuly

53 here. Joined toward the very end of December. Used to be active and thinner, and I want that all back! Have lost 13 lbs since being here. Recently discovered (and LOVE) kettlebells! One of my goals to get back into running. I work out almost daily, giving myself a rest day about every 10 days, or sooner if needed. Friend me if you like; I'm open to new friends in my age group.

AvonLucyR

Joined MFP yesterday and I'm 55. Still trying to figure out what I'm doing. I'm really excited about being able to keep track of my food so easily. I don't know how to add friends yet. Definitely need some...losing weight is always easier with company!

jconnon

I will be fifty this year. So add me if you like

LJCannon

I will be fifty this year. So add me if you like

Just had to stop and say Hi since we are practically Twins, In Name Only, LOL!!

wenlock1

Hello,
I am starting to try and loose weight for good this timeI. live in Mid England. ai'm looking for friends on the site.
Hve dogs cats and husband. I'm trying to learn how to cook properly

lincolnmandu

Hi, I'm new here also, I just switched from WW pts. to counting calories. Ive been doing this for a week and i think I'm going to like it. What are kettle balls? I need to start doing some weights. I am walking now and gardening.

lmassey08

Yes I am and just joined as well. I live in Texas Please add me as friend

sheriw1223

Hi, I'm 54, live in Chillicothe Ohio. I just switched from WW also.

jdmey

Welcome aboard! I am 58. This site is great - so many success stories and supportive people. I usually have trouble with finding foods I eat on other sites, but I've had no trouble here. Best wishes on your journey!

tinyjaz

Hi I'm 52 and would welcome more friends. :flowerforyou:

Lesa52

Hi, I'm 54 and have been on and off of MFP for awhile. I'm back. Glad you're here. We Fabulous 50's have to stick together

debrasparrow

Hi, I just started today. I am 56 yrs old. Friend me if you'd like:

LJCannon

:flowerforyou: Hello and Welcome to MFP, Ladies!!

Kettle Bells are Ball Shaped weights that are (sort of) similar to Dumb bells. You can get them in various weights and they make a Great Strength Training Workout - as long as you are careful!! Check out Kettle bell Workouts on YouTube or SparkPeople.com

dar9757

Hi, feel free to add me. Looking for new friends

lharrisboyd

Hi,

I am 55 and divorced. I am joining in order to lose weight after eight surgeries. I couldn't exercise. Gained 70 pounds. I had to in order to have the remaining surgeries. I am ready to get it together. Look forward to us both losing weight.

197 and trying to lose 35 pounds.

peggysacct

Hello all you 50 something's, I too have decided to start to work on losing weight. I don't know what happened but it seems as soon as you hit the 50 mark. The weight just piles on fast. I thought this type of support would help me.

hollyscofield7

Just turned 50 last summer! You are not alone! lol

hollyscofield7

Definitely is easier with a support system!

bhdon

Hi - I turn 60 next month. I've been working at this for about 7 weeks now and am down 19 pounds. I've got about 100 to lose. Just sort of crept up on me over the last 35 years. Feel free to add me if you like. Becky