Just started-Any 50s out there?

wyocoke
wyocoke Posts: 8 Member
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I just started last week, my daughter actually got me going on the site. I am a former WW member & have also done TOPS. I REALLY love MFP & wonder are there any others in their 50s who would like to help each other?
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  • cobracars
    cobracars Posts: 949 Member
    Doesn't seem to be as many of us over 50 as there are those in their 20's and 30's, but there is still a good number.
  • wyocoke
    wyocoke Posts: 8 Member
    That's okay, I guess it's not for everyone. How long have you been working at this & what do you enjoy for exercise?
  • dittmarml
    dittmarml Posts: 351 Member
    I'm "double nickels" :)
  • ygbrjrtd
    ygbrjrtd Posts: 1
    I am 60 + just started a few days ago ,have also been in WW and Tops ,I also tried Loseit .com similar to this site but think this is the better one .I enjoy walking ,i walk every day (weather permitting )about 3 miles per day ..i may have to increase it .
  • mamasyd
    mamasyd Posts: 80 Member
    I'm 55 and am currently maintaining my weight loss. If there is any way that I can help or encourage you, just send me a message. I don't generally comment on individual friend's posts (because I have way too many to be able to do that), but I do make the effort to answer messages - at least within a few days! LOL
  • themommie
    themommie Posts: 5,033 Member
    i am 49, close enough ? I started MFP july 2010 and have lost 105lbs . I hit my original goal of 100 lbs lost after 21 mths. I love MFP and would not have lost the weight without it. More important then the weight is my health. My favorite exercises are walking and bike riding
  • dittmarml
    dittmarml Posts: 351 Member
    Right now am rehabbing knee and ankle so just getting back to walking - but do lift (low) weights and use resistance bands for upper body - also working on abs....all at home. Hope to be back in a pool swimming sometime soon.
  • James_1954
    James_1954 Posts: 187 Member
    You're on the "leading edge" of the 50s, and I'm on the trailing edge, at 58. I'll send you a friend request.

    Good luck, and have a great time!
  • NWCountryGal
    NWCountryGal Posts: 1,992 Member
    I'm 59:) and I will send you a friend request. You will love MFP. My suggestion is to look at the before and afters and get with some of the gals and guys that have been at this awhile:) Lots of success stories here and tons of support:)

    denise
    I just started last week, my daughter actually got me going on the site. I am a former WW member & have also done TOPS. I REALLY love MFP & wonder are there any others in their 50s who would like to help each other?
  • mrsgoodwine
    mrsgoodwine Posts: 468 Member
    I'm on my way to 52 - feel free to add me :)
  • Askinnybrenda
    Askinnybrenda Posts: 2 Member
    Hi! I'm 58. Just started Last Sat. with three others from work. I do like MFP as well. My favorite exercise is kettle bell. I've been doing it for about 7 months and it is a great work out. 30 min. of both cardio and strength.
  • alexveksler
    alexveksler Posts: 409 Member
    Few of us here. Welcome :)
  • kcaito
    kcaito Posts: 2
    I'm 50 and just re-starting. I love to walk especially with my husband and dogs. I also like to run when it's cooler and love kettlebells. I good about getting exercise, but have to pay a lot more attention to what I eat.
  • crystaltate4
    crystaltate4 Posts: 48
    not 50 but im 40 and willing to help with support if u need it feel free to invite me
  • airangel59
    airangel59 Posts: 1,887 Member
    Welcome :)

    52 here (till Aug) and former WW member, just passed the 30 day mark on MFP and currently, no not exercising (did just p/u a kettlebell, jump rope & ordered a hula hoop), have to wait a bit till I get under my treadmill's weight limit.

    Like with WW, daily tracking will be your new best friend.
  • kazza2cats
    kazza2cats Posts: 87 Member
    Almost 50 and almost hitting maintenance. Add me if you want :happy:
  • NWCountryGal
    NWCountryGal Posts: 1,992 Member
    Oh wonderful job!!

    I'm 55 and am currently maintaining my weight loss. If there is any way that I can help or encourage you, just send me a message. I don't generally comment on individual friend's posts (because I have way too many to be able to do that), but I do make the effort to answer messages - at least within a few days! LOL
  • Gapwedge01
    Gapwedge01 Posts: 494
    You're on the "leading edge" of the 50s, and I'm on the trailing edge, at 58. I'll send you a friend request.

    Good luck, and have a great time!

    James, 59M here. Sent u a FR.
  • terry_mtb
    terry_mtb Posts: 45
    There are a lot of us oldies but goodies!
  • m1311
    m1311 Posts: 103 Member
    Look for the thread "Women ages 50+" and you'll see a bunch. The group was setting goals for July a couple minutes ago...
  • lindaiguthrie
    lindaiguthrie Posts: 1
    Hi, glad that you have started myfitnesspal, I have been on it a month this time. I am in my late 50"s and the best exercise advice I have gotten at my age, which is walk 6 times a week for 30 minutes to start for a month or sooner get to 45 mins.

    I am tired of all the gyms with all there 100's of ways to exercise. I want common sense! The advice was given to me by my future son-in-law that teaches nutrition, training & competes. He is a body builder and works for Gold gyms. He suggests to me to eat, good carbs, 6 sm meals a day and eat what I like. I believe him because another one of my friends my age has done it! She looks and feels great 30lbs less, now she can add weights and increase cardio.

    Need to walk or treadmill, I should lose about 30 lbs in 2months.Gym's are great but if money is tight walking is free and good for us..

    You will make it, just remember when you fall in the mud you get up. Same with this program, when you eat wrong, get over it and get up and start right back!

    Have a great weekend

    LynG:noway: :drinker: :bigsmile:
  • CathEsh
    CathEsh Posts: 135 Member
    Hi! I'm 54 years old and need to lose 100+ pounds. In the past, I was a member of Curves and lost 70 pounds, but I've gained 30 back! I joined MFP two days ago, and I'm hoping this will help me get back on track!
  • DORISGUDINO
    DORISGUDINO Posts: 18 Member
    Hey there,

    I would love to be support buddies if you are still looking for friends. It does really help to have friends you can follow, to get and give support, ideas etc.

    I am a 53 year old Mom of 6 great kids and have 2 awesome grandkids. I am Finally at the point where I need to lose this weight for me....

    Hope to see you on here again, Good luck on your weightloss journey.

    Have a great day,

    Doris
  • CathEsh
    CathEsh Posts: 135 Member
    Wyocoke ~ You should check out the forum, "Women Ages 50+ for July 2012." It's a good one! Actually, nevermind! I see you already have. I wish there was a way to delete a post!
  • PrayerofAmity
    PrayerofAmity Posts: 176 Member
    I'm 41 but still very supportive if you are interested in a friend.
  • Long2BFree
    Long2BFree Posts: 6
    Hello. I'm 50 and also a former WW. I've been doing MFP for about a week and am so far liking it. I feel WW has given me a good foundation for what good choices are but am liking MFP because it's alot less restrictive; it just feels different.

    Feel free to add me as I'm looking for more support too.

    Lezli
  • mobrawn
    mobrawn Posts: 1 Member
    I'm knocking on the door to 50! My husband is 54 and we are starting our journey today! Together! Looking forward to using this tool daily!
  • juliezum
    juliezum Posts: 92 Member
    Well...I'll be 46 in 19 days!..close enough I suppose. It's much different trying to lose weight now then when I was 20 that's for sure. But I know I can do it, just won't happen as fast as it once did.
  • Janie_bear
    Janie_bear Posts: 17 Member
    Hi, I am just over 50 and joined MFP in May. Please feel free to add me as a friend for support and diet tips:)
  • skinnyme47
    skinnyme47 Posts: 792 Member
    Welcome to My Fitness Pal. Just add a lot of My Fitness Pal friends on this site. It really helps with the motivation. I have MFP buddies helping me with the motivation from 18 through 60+. I'm 59. :happy:

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