40 yrs old and above???

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  • Imserene
    Imserene Posts: 5
    49 and 50 is right around the corner. I refuse to grow old gracefully and let gravity have it's way with me LOL
    add me as a friend if you like:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • charkendrick
    charkendrick Posts: 74 Member
    42 and in the same boat :)
  • marydb0000
    marydb0000 Posts: 43
    I totally get it. I'm 53 and struggle every day. Add me!:happy:
  • Dianesprings
    Dianesprings Posts: 9 Member
    Hi...I'm 59 and I'm afraid losing weight does not get easier! I always thought "older" people were so silly when they told me this when I was the young one!

    I'd love to be your friend, too! I'm pretty new to this. I've only been on this one week, but I did lose good last week!! Only 38.6 lbs to go!

    Diane
    Jefferson City MO
  • J9Pratt
    J9Pratt Posts: 4
    I am 48 and just found this site, looking forward to tracking my journey with you all. I want to lose 25-30 pounds. I have gained 20 pounds back of the 74 I had previously lost.....I was almost to my goal when I started to gain weight again. I am trying to catch myself from getting out of control again.
  • Irene8509
    Irene8509 Posts: 381 Member
    Wow...looks like you got friends... and more friends then you may have expected. I'm 49 and feel your pain (from calorie counting and exercise...lol). Feel free to friend me and also to anyone else who is looking for friendship. I will support you but expect feedback as well. Good luck on your journey.
  • HappyFairy
    HappyFairy Posts: 6 Member
    Hi. I'm 44 in 3 days.
    I've struggled with my weight all my life but keep trying!
    I have been using MFP for 11 wks and think it's just great! You can add me if you like!
  • xjulesjx
    xjulesjx Posts: 75 Member
    WOW, Thank you all so much, for all your comments, support and requests, I'm over whelmed:heart:

    I've accepted all requests sent to me, I've also added as many as I can (keep going through post)

    I will add all that have asked. If I miss you, please just add me :)

    I'm so glad I did this post and found lots of new friends just like me :)

    I've had some messaged also regarding depression/anxiety as this is also something I suffer with (managing a lot better now though)

    So I look forward to us all supporting each other and breaking through our 40 and upwards age weight block :)

    :flowerforyou:
  • AccordingtoTodd
    AccordingtoTodd Posts: 197 Member
    I am 46 and I am enjoying life more today than at any other time in my life!
  • ladytinkerbell99
    ladytinkerbell99 Posts: 970 Member
    bump
  • siberianex
    siberianex Posts: 39 Member
    I am in my 40's and a newbie, feel free to add me guys/gals
  • keeponkickin
    keeponkickin Posts: 1,520 Member
    I'll be 45 next week :noway: I'm always welcome to buddies on this journey.
  • blondiekat230
    blondiekat230 Posts: 32
    42 here...add me if you'd like, could always use plenty of friends for support...
  • Bayleeboo11
    Bayleeboo11 Posts: 2 Member
    Turning 51 next month! Yes, it's much easier to gain and harder to lose. I believe exercise is the key to keeping in shape at our age. We just can't ever give up! One day at a time!
  • mamakira
    mamakira Posts: 366
    I am 44 and was never slim. I try lo loose 23kg but will be OK with less as well. I just see this as an opportunity to live healthier.
    I am looking forward to seeing your progress and showing mine.
  • Tdk4685
    Tdk4685 Posts: 293 Member
    Hello,
    I am 46 and was having a very hard time losing weight until I found this site. I feel I have been very successful here. It is a slow process but it works.
  • MotorCityFemmeFatale
    MotorCityFemmeFatale Posts: 222 Member
    40 here and loving it, feel free to add me as well.
  • LasVegasTaxiDriver
    LasVegasTaxiDriver Posts: 12
    Hi, I'm 49 and yes it is harder when you get older, to keep the weight off, you can add me if you like
  • TinaCleg_cancel
    TinaCleg_cancel Posts: 276
    I don't feel 41 but my driver's license says I am !! With support we will all reach our goals :)
  • sparkles1956
    sparkles1956 Posts: 22
    You can add me as your friend. I am 55 and yes it is hard to loose those pounds that we put on.
  • CrazyDaisysMommy
    CrazyDaisysMommy Posts: 472
    feel free to add me! I turned 40 in January and it really is harder now to lose. Even when I was training for a marathon, the weight went no where. But my sister is 14 months older and she has become super fit through exercise, so I know it can happen!
  • Debby0904
    Debby0904 Posts: 151 Member
    I totally agree with Diane about the protein. Also decrease your carbs but not too low that you feel fatigued. Along with weights weights weights! You'll get smaller even if the scale doesn't show it.
    Feel free to add me. 44 and LOVING this journey!
  • Bankman1989
    Bankman1989 Posts: 1,116 Member
    Hi,

    Im now 40 and finding it harder to lose weight now than I ever did when I was younger.

    I would like some friends of the same age please
    Thanks

    Jules xx

    I am 45 and teach a HARDCORE SPIN class and a personal trainer. Yes it IS HARDER but you can do it! You have to watch what you eat and get in AT LEAST an hour of cardio a day...just to maintain.
  • carie1664
    carie1664 Posts: 10 Member
    I would love to receive and offer support within this group!
  • sparkles1956
    sparkles1956 Posts: 22
    Add me also.:wink:
  • austen18
    austen18 Posts: 2
    Hi, I am 50 and going thru menopause. JOY!! You can add me. I get a lot of low carb recipes from the following website: www.genaw.com/lowcarb. There are some awesome recipes in there. My husband and I both love them. I have lost 33 pounds. They come off very slowly, but I eat plenty and have created a book of these recipes so it has become more of a lifestyle instead of a diet. Good Luck! For munchies I have found veggies straws and veggie chips that help with that salty, crunchy craving.
  • mtcHavingItAll
    mtcHavingItAll Posts: 69 Member
    Bump
  • ilovekc
    ilovekc Posts: 46 Member
    I am 46 and ditto, finding harder to lose weight.
    Now I wonder if any of you guys are noticing this.MFP does not give allowance for a lot of protein. I am above on my protein intake everyday whereas I know I can easily go more than that .It confuses me .Any ideas?
    Feel free to count me in
  • loria508
    loria508 Posts: 41 Member
    Hi,
    I agree! 48 years old and need more support than ever! feel free to add me :)
  • CarolGrulke
    CarolGrulke Posts: 1
    I too find it harder and harder to stay in shape. Just hit 48!!!! and feel like my body is falling apart.

    Just startign the fitness program with my 23 year old daughter. Wish us luck....

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