Hello, I'm new, 46, +60lbs to lose. Anyone else?

Lisaherbalmomma

Hi!
I am hoping MFP will be my motivation to eat the best I can and workout. Since having thyroid issues beginning 6 years ago, I steadily gained weight till I'm over a60+ lbs overweight. My family and I eat pretty healthy-no processed foods or junk food except for hubbie who takes granola bar thingies to work and drinks a little soda. Nada for the rest of us! My doc wants me to eat every 3-4 hrs and ease up on high glycemic carbs. He wants me to start walking 30 minutes a day and weight train 3 x's a week. I am going to start walking tonight and I bought a cheap resistance band doorway exerciser at the big box store. I think it will be OK for starting out, though it's not near enough for my 15 yr old son. So, I know the thyroid is when my weight issues started, but will do everything I can to get my life back. Looking forward to meeting some of the awesome people on here! Lisa P.S. Looking to add anyone as a friend that is motivated to lose, too-especially those over 40 yrs!

Smokey19

Hi,
My name is Kimberlee, 48. I don't have a thyroid problem, but I do have arthritis and diabetes. Your doctor gave you some very good advice. Feel free to add me for support and motivation.

Lisaherbalmomma

Thanks Kimberlee! I just signed up and am still figuring things out on here but will def add you and same here!

KALMdown

My name is Kim, too. Will be 42 in September. You are welcome to add me.