LF women over 40 who have lost 50+ pounds

DebbieLyn63

I am well over 50 and have lost 100 lbs. The time it has taken me to accomplish that has been two years. Eating healthy, smaller portions, and exercise. I do a variety of things for exercise including Zumba, 5k's for charitable causes, elliptical, weights, and just trying different things. I try to go to the gym at least 2 times/week. I wish the weight would come off faster but I just need to stay healthy and losing the weight and keeping it off is the goal. I still have a long way to go (80 lbs. more) but I am confident I'll get it off.

That is amazing. Good for you making such a change in your health. I will try to find some different exercises I can do, and just keep at it.

jakidb

I would say i average about 5lbs a mos (i've bn on MFP since I believe early May or late April???). I normally stay within my caloric intake, i do sometimes eat back the cal but not often, dnt workout as much as I should, but my weight loss is consistent. I honestly believe that if i incorporated more excercise, possibly did not eat back the excercise cal, and made sure i got in the right amt of water EVERY SINGLE DAY, my weight loss could possibly be a lil' more than what I've done thus far. Depending on starting weight, i think that determines how much you lose as well if one is truly following the suggested regimen.

christinemac17

I'm 46 and have lost almost 80 lbs total. 5yrs ago I started WW and after an initial weight loss of around 25lb in about 4mo, the loss slowed down but in about a 18mo had lost 40lbs ... all without exercise. Then, as had happened so many times before, I lost my motivation and I put 20 back on

Then about 2yrs ago something just 'clicked'... I'd been reading some about 'cognitive' responses to weight gain and how one needed to change the way they think (not just eat/exercise) to really lose weight.

To be totally fair, around that same time, I did have a very stressful life experience that (for the first time ever) made me almost unable to eat... like my stomach was 'in knots' most of the time. Within a month I dropped 15lbs!! Yes, many people would say that's not healthy .... it will come back, and then some .... etc etc etc ... BUT what it did for me was motivate me like nothing ever had -- and I've struggled with weight my entire life. I KNOW losing a substantial amount in a pretty short time has made ALL the difference

What I recognized was that my calorie intake had SERIOUSLY reduced.... I'd gone from eating probably 2500-3000 cals a day to less than 1000 --- yes that sounds drastic, but it worked to show me that I could do it! I could quite easily live on a LOT less food. That motivation just continued to snowball... I learned that it was OK to be hungry! In fact, it's good to be hungry on a regular basis... we've gotten so accustomed to being in a state of 'comfortable/fullness' that being hungry just seems too extreme... but it's not!!

My eating then evolved into a small, late morning breakfast that always included protein, a good sized late lunch of pretty much whatever I wanted --- normally healthy choices, no fast food, no fried food, very little 'white' stuff, then --- and I swear by this -- when I got home at night, I would NOT EAT DINNER!! I know that sounds outrageous to most people, but I realized that so often I would eat dinner just because it was there... even if I wasn't really hungry -- which was very often the case because of that late lunch.

I would give myself a little treat in the evening: ONE square of dark chocolate and a glass of red wine!! that's all I would eat in the evenings. What made it easier, was that I changed some of my behavior. Instead of hanging around the living room, watching tv, I took my computer to my bedroom and surfed the net or watched netflix. Within 5 months I'd lost another 25lbs.

Then I decided I wanted to exercise... and then my weightloss actually slowed down, but I got fitter and healthier than I have ever been! I joined the gym and tried every class I could -- bootcamp, body pump, pilates, etc. Somehow, almost miraculously, I fell in love with exercise! And I was seriously a certified couch potato my entire life, even as a kid. But it was just like the motivation kept on snowballing ... losing weight... feeling like I had power over food for the first time .... made me feel so good about myself that I began to really crave THAT over food! And exercise soon made me feel like I had power over my body.

Almost 2yrs later, I can say this is my true lifestyle. I try to eat a clean diet 90% of the time... lean meats, eggs, fruits and veggies, very little grains (and my calories are 1200-1400 now, depending on my activity level). I try to steer clear of sugar, even keeping my fruit intake to maybe 3-4 servings a week. I make sure I eat plenty of protein which keeps me satisfied and clear headed. I'm a firm believer that weight loss is done 90% in the kitchen, 10% in the gym.... the amount of food that goes in. You can probably lose eating 1000 cals of 'crappy food' a day, but you'll physically and mentally feel better eating clean healthy calories.

I now run 2-3 times a week and lift weights w/my hubby 3x a week and throw in a pilates or yoga class when I can. I enjoy my life, and have my 'cheat' times over holidays and occasions, but I see those times for what they are... and jump right back into my 'clean' eating. Honestly I'd like to lose about 10-12 more pounds and lose that excess fat that still seems to cling to my midsection, but I know my taste for a couple of hi-octane craft beers with chips and salsa on the weekends isn't helping, lol... but I feel good about myself and how I look (ok, mostly), and I'm living a real life.

When I turned 40, I was over 200lbs (i'm 5'1") and was wearing a snug 16, and walking 2 houses up a slight hill to my neighbor's left me winded. When I turned 46 last July, I weighed 125, wearing a size 4, and place 2nd in my age group at 2 of the many 5ks I've ran in the last year. I'm firmer and stronger and faster than I've ever been... but the best part is having tons of energy for running and jumping and rolling around with my 2yr old grandson (after bending over to tie my shoes with no discomfort whatsoever!! .... that alone gives me the motivation to keep going, lol)

Bottom line: you CAN do this!! You gotta figure out how to wrap your head around it, and keep your head in the game. Spend time reading, learning, focusing on weight loss, exercise, healthy living, etc.... some people call it obsession, but there are worse things to 'waste' time on, right?

janet0513

I will be 44 next week and so far have lost 86 pounds. I average 2 lbs a week (although it seems more like 4 pounds, then nothing for 2 weeks). I average about 1800 calories a day and at times it is around 2300+. I eat my workout calories back but I don't worry if I can't manage it either. I set my goal to 1250 but that is because I set it to sedentary and let my fitbit adjust for me. I think if I didn't work out I would probably have about 1400 - 1500 calories.

What has worked for me is throwing away the idea of fast weight loss and quick fixes. Those temporary solutions aren't going to make permanent changes. I made changes that I could live with. In the beginning I followed mfp and then made changes that worked for me. I could never eat lo carb, I would probably kill someone. I do eat less carbs than mfp suggests and switched to a 40% carb, 30% fat and 30% protein diet. Some days are over and some under, as long as the week looks pretty close.

No foods are off limits, if I want it then I work it in. I have found that some things just aren't worth it or now make me feel sick so I stay away from them. I eat healthy foods probably 85% of the time. I drink lots of water. I work out several times a week and make it a point to walk on the off days. I park far away, I walk on my lunch break etc. My workouts have increased with time. I do a mix of cardio and weights and I look for things to challenge me and keep me accountable. This month I pledged to burn 20.000 calories on my HRM.

I always log and never give myself permission to not log. When I give myself permission to not log, I have a hard time getting back on track. I need to be honest with myself. I don't have "cheat" days but I do endulge and try to keep within my goals.

I hope something may help you. Make the changes in your life and the results will follow!

cottagegal1

Hi there

I am 52 and have lost about as of now 15 pounds, as I have put on about 4 with family wedding and summer events so now back on track, but I am gladd you posted this as to have lost the 20 Pounds I put my calorie range at 1200 to 1300 (I actually went to herbal magic) and yes you can say why allyou want but honestly it got me on track and finally able to loose weight, as weight watchers did not work (I truly believe it was too much food) I also liked having to go their to weigh in three times a week and it made me realize that is the calorie range I need to be in and not eat back my exercise calories.....as really when I go for a walk for 45 minutes and/or do yoga for 40 minutes and/or lift weight for 30 minutes do I really need an additional400 calories.....no, just did not work for me. Within that 1200 calories I am eating very clean (as per the herbal magic diet) two proteine, two fruit, two starch, veggies, one dairy, two fat, not salt (that that was amazing when I cut that out my ankles went down 1 or more inches) so those who say this is not a healthy diet I question why and then they say you gain it all back and again I say why......because you then go back to old eating habits AND THAT JUST DOESN'T WORK, and that is the reason I have put on 4 pounds is because I was indulgding in those things, chips, coolers (probably 250 a cooler) yes you have to have some treats (and you are allowed a 100 - 150 calories free treat) but obviously all those treats got me in trouble before.

My girlfriend also about 49 she had trouble loosing weight, she went on a 1200 diet, same thing basically ate clean, and really watched her bread and has lost 40 pounds has never looked or felt better in her life

So as we "age" do we need less calories I say yes and myself and my girlfriend are proof of that.

Thanks and we will continue on living healthy!!!

llpleslie

I am 51 and have lost 47 pd in 6 mo. On 1200 calories, but usually eat right at 1,000. Walk 2 miles 5 days a week. Don't usually eat calories burned. Still lose about a 1 1/2 a week. Mainly just reduce my portions, cut out all acidic foods per my Doctors request, due to medical issues. Gone from an 18 to a 12 and fell great. I weight just about everything I eat if it is not in a box, eat steak, chicken and pork and also have starting eating morning star foods and oca foods, which are vegan burger and chicken patties which I fine are really good. You can add me if you like.

juliedozier

Hello! I am 47 and started the 1st of the year. At first I went vegan, I felt like I needed to do a total 180 to change my bad habits. I did that for 12 weeks then started introducing lean meats back into my diet. On April 1 I started walking, at first just twice a week and now have worked up to 6 days a week. The walking combined with a healthy diet has done wonders for me. I take measurements and it's amazing to look at the progress from month to month. In the last month I have joined a gym and do strength training 3x a week. And drinks LOTS of water! I feel the best of felt in 20 years .... it's been an amazing journey. I hope to hit 100 pounds by the end of the year and then I have an additional 15 to lose. Good luck on your journey ... you can so do this!!! :smooched:

Shawneb66

I am 46...5'7' tall, my starting weight was 205 (on April 16th) as of today I have lost 42.5lbs. My first goal is 45lbs and my next goal is another 10-15lbs. A wise person one told me that "You can't exercise away a bad diet", that has helped me so much. I log and weigh everything I put in my mouth. I log my food before I eat it...you can't take it back once you've eaten it! I exercise 3X a week, I am working on the weight first and when I reach my first goal I will worry about toning. My macros are set at 40 carbs, 30 protein and 30 fat. My food diary is open... Best advice is be strict with yourself...I have been "treating" myself for the last 20 years!

DebbieLyn63

I'll offer myself as another example. I joined MFP in Dec. 2009 when I was 58. I used the tools to figure out what my maintenance calorie level would be once I hit my goal weight. I figured out how much I thought I would actually exercise on a daily basis. My daily calorie level was 2000 and my exercise calorie level was 500.

The important bits to know are that I wanted to lose over 100 pounds, I'm 5'5" tall and I use an elliptical trainer (though I hadn't used it in over a year when I started.)

So, I started out by eating my maintenance calories. And I've stayed eating at that 2000 calorie level ever since. Sure sometimes I'm over, sometimes I'm under. My exercise calories have gone up - I'm at about 800 calories on the elliptical now when I use it. I also now run three miles times a week which is supposedly only 300 calorie a run. I bike about twice a week which is anywhere between 600 and 1200 calories.

How'd I do?

The first year - I lost 65 pounds
The second year - I lost 30 pounds.
This third year - I've lost 5 pounds.

100 pounds total over 2.75 years.

Was it slower than when I was younger? You bet.

Do I care? Well, let me put it this way - I've gone almost three years without gaining back that first pound I lost in December 2009. I've always gained back all the weight I've ever lost and this time I haven't.

And now all I have to do is just keeping doing what I've been doing for the past three years.

So I don't care how long it took me because now I feel terrific and I look better than I have in my whole life.

My advice - don't try to replicate the speed at which you lost weight when you were younger. That obviously didn't work out because now you have the weight to lose again. Instead, try to lose weight so that you don't ever gain it back again.

Thanks, some great advice. I have about 65 to lose and would love to have most of it gone by the time I hit 50 next august. Oh how I miss the days when I could drop 40 pounds in 3 months, but I know those days are gone. I will do my best to be more patient. I do know this is a lifestyle change. I will have to do this the rest of my life, and I am ok with that. Especially if I can look like you in a couple of years! Just really need to see a little progress as I go. Thanks for the motivation!

TennesseeSodaholic

I am 48 years old.

I was addicted to sodas for 35 years. A 6-pack a day of DP/coke. I always kidded myself that I was not addicted. When I would get serious about losing weight I would try to limit them to one or two a day. That never worked. I had to admit I was addicted and cut them out cold turkey. I never drank water. Never.

I am now 5 weeks and 1 day without sodas. I drink La Croix water over ice and love it. I have lost 10 pounds. I didn't change anything else. I was already going to the gym 3 times a week.

I just wish I had quit cold turkey sooner. All those years I wasted!

SueGremlin

Hey there! I am 49, perimenopausal, and it took me a full year to lose 55 lbs. (I started out at 222 lbs, size 18). It came off steadily and slowly, and it wasn't hard, just plodded along at a pace I could maintain! I am no 60 lbs down and have never been in such great shape in my life. I am still 20 lbs from my goal, but am in no particular hurry to get there. I am already into size 8 firmly, size 6 if I squeeze.

cheree1969

I am 42...almost 43. I have lost almost 40 pounds. Fifty pounds is my first big goal. After that, I would like to lose another twenty. For me, I followed 1200 calories a day and totally changed what I ate. I walked on a treadmill for 30 mins. (most days). The first 30 came off pretty quickly, then I got a little lazy with the exercise and water, but managed to keep up with my 1200 calories.

Once in a while I allowed myself a meal that was over my daily calories. But for the most part stuck with it. I have since kicked this weight loss into high gear and I am on that treadmill every day again. Hope to see my goal within two months.

It's a little harder when your a woman and older. But I must say, I feel so much different being lighter. To compare a weight loss, whenever you reach a ten pound goal, go into a grocery store and pick up a ten pound bag of potatoes. I picked up two bags when I hit 20 pound loss. You won't believe how heavy those bags are.

janlee_001

I'll have to get back with you on this (hopefully in the near future)

aprueitt

I just turned 48 and I have lost 29 lbs in 5 months. I cut my carbs between 100-150 a day. It is a slow process. I eat what I want, I just stay between those numbers and I try to stay between 1700-1800 calories a day. This has worked for me and I don't feel deprived or starving.

reenielovesthebeach

I'm 43 years old and I started changing my eating habits on 8/8/2012. I started at 262 pounds- a tight jean size 18 and I'm 5'8" tall- had high blood pressure- desk job and no exercise. I am around 236 pounds now, almost a month and a half later- down 26 pounds- tight jean size 12- no more blood pressure medicine. My bp has been around 120/73. I weigh every morning because it inspires me to do better and make a conscious effort to try hard each day to eat healthy and work out. I work out on the treadmill four to five times a week for 45 minutes to an hour, started at a speed of 3.1- now at 3.6. If you do a machine, you need some good music because it is boring as heck. Music makes a world of difference to me. Basically, my goal calories per day are 1,360. I am usually a bit under my goal calories, due to working out as much as I do. I watch everything I buy now- most things have tons of sodium. When I make soup or anything else, I buy low sodium broth and veggies. I don't eat boxed foods, cut out pop and most junk foods. I eat greek yogurt every day, nuts, fruits, veggies, salmon or fish, chicken breast, lean red meat a couple times a week, lots of water and some green tea. I have cut portion sizes back. I don't pig out like I used to. I dropped a lot of weight the first month, which I know is a lot of water weight that you lose in the beginning. It's not coming off as fast now and I even get stuck at a certain weight for days at a time now. I have a goal to lose another 36 pounds by Christmas. I will do everythig in my power to achieve this. My main goal was to get off the blood pressure medicine and be healthier, which I have already achieved so I'm very happy. My BMI is still higher than it should be. The BMI chart in my opinion is crazy because I am a very big boned person and everyone carries their weight differently. Nobody ever believes that I weigh as much as I do because I do carry my weight well. It's good to get advice from other people and hear their success stories and see their before and after photos. This actually inspires me. You have to be ready- both mentally and emotionally to make an effort to lose weight. I have tried so many times and have given up because I felt deprived. I don't deprive myself. We treat ourselves to dinner out, at least one time every two weeks or when the need arises. The thing is that this has to be something you can live with and something that "you" can do, if you make it too rigid- you won't succeed. I actually look forward to working out now. I can't wait to get off work at the end of the day and go burn the treadmill up. When I leave the gym, my clothes are soaked, my hair is wet underneath, I feel stress free and accomplished. Instead of sitting at my desk job all day like I used to, I make myself go walk for a half hour three or so days per week. It's amazing that your focus changes so much as you get to middle age. You just want to be healthy. We are over 40 years old and our metabolism crawls, so I know what you mean about wanting to hear from us older folks and what works for us. Drives me nuts on here when girls put their pregnancy photos on here, with a side picture at nine months pregnant and then say they lost thirty pounds after the birth of their baby and show a side view after the birth. Well, you will lose it after a baby and especially at 22 years old. There's just no comparison to a young girl that's pregnant and an older lady who is overweight from years of eating unhealthy. Anyway- just my own little opinion. I wish you luck! It can be done. Make sure that you get on here everyday and log your calories, weight loss and exercise. Make friends that can offer inspirational ideas, encouragement and this can make you be accountable. My husband is in this journey with me and we are doing it together, which makes it easier. GOOD LUCK!

janlee_001

Hey there! I am 49, perimenopausal, and it took me a full year to lose 55 lbs. (I started out at 222 lbs, size 18). It came off steadily and slowly, and it wasn't hard, just plodded along at a pace I could maintain! I am no 60 lbs down and have never been in such great shape in my life. I am still 20 lbs from my goal, but am in no particular hurry to get there. I am already into size 8 firmly, size 6 if I squeeze.

This is very important to note - younger 40's still have a greater metabolism, energy levels and usually aren't going through the hormonal changes so If you are 48 and older - expect more obstacles.

fattypattybinger

Okay well I haven't lost 50 pounds but I am wanting to lose 40 pounds. I am 52.

Gentyl

YOU are an inspiration.

A week ago, I was diagnosed with diabetes type 2. My life completely changed. I'm 45 and have over 60 pounds to lose. Before, I was on a 1200 calorie diet and was losing Maybe a pound every 2 weeks, if I was lucky. This went on for months. Then, in order to control my blood sugar, I had to go on an extremely low carb diet. I'm still trying to get it under 30 grams a day. Out went all of the breads, crackers, potatoes, corn, and pastas. The diabetic forum I joined a few days ago said I needed a high protein, lots of fat, and Extremely low carbs, no fruit. I thought they were Crazy. But, after 3 days I lost 4.2 pounds! I still kept it under 1200 calories, for the most part.. and I feel stuffed. My blood sugars are primarily Normal. I'll say that again. My blood sugars are, for the most part, Normal. When I was diagnosed, they were in the 300's! (70 to 110 is normal between meals, and nothing over 140 is normal 2 hours after meals). Apparently, my triglycerides will be normal, too, if I follow this diet. We'll see.

MindyG150

I am 49 and 5'6"

I have lost 27 pounds in 6-7 months. A pound a week give or take.

All calorie counting. The first 4 months at 1200 and once I hit 150 I went to 1525 which is the number I got for my goal of 145.

I move (dance, walk, run, 30 day shred) what ever at least 4-5 times a week.

I just got a pedometer 2 weeks ago and my goal is never to be under 10,000 steps in a day. I average 15,000...so far so good!

Slow and steady wins the race!

Lisah8969

I am 43 and have lost 45 pounds in 30 weeks (still have 45 to go). When I started on MFP, I set it to lose 2 pounds a week and for a while was doing all right. Then about 6 weeks ago, I started gaining and losing the same 2 pounds every week. I decreased my projection to lose 1.5 a week and do eat all my calories (1390 a day now) plus up to half my exercise calories and that seems to have started the weight loss back up. Overall I averaged 1.5 pounds a week and I am very happy with that. I work out 5 - 7 days a week. I put in miles (running and walking) 4 days a week, stationary bike twice, circuit training twice, strength training twice and have recently started the 30 Day Shred and do that 2/3 times a week. My only diet changes have really just been tweaks...instead of a nice juicy burger for dinner, I have 2 ground turkey burgers with no bun. Instead of half a Digiorno pizza for dinner at 1,050 calories, I have half of a Newman's Own thin crust pizza for 450 calories. If there is a special occassion and I go out to dinner, I eat without guilt, but still log everything. Someone asked me the other day if it has been hard to lose this first 45 pounds and when I really thought about it, no it hasn't been. I don't deprive myself from something I might want. I just make sure it fits into my calories for the day. I have learned to really love going to the gym and the park to the point where I feel guilty about taking a day off (even though I know my body needs rest).

Good luck! Friend me if you want some support from a stranger!

ohmariposa

41 here and lost my first 50 in 7 months...the rest has been coming off slowly. I cut out diet coke and breads and began walking. I now eat pretty much whatever I want, just not big portions and am still walking (addicted to it) and have started to lift weights. This time last year I was a size 1x in shirts and 20 in pants. I am now a L in shirts and 14/16 in pants. The day I reach a size 12 in pants I am going to scream for joy!!!

LorinaLynn

I don't qualify because I haven't lost enough weight (but if you have 50, you'll soon catch up to where I started), and I was 38 when I started losing, 40 now, but I eat quite a lot. 1350-1600 + exercise calories to lose, for a total of 1800-2000. Currently trying to just eat 2000 flat instead of adding exercise calories, and still losing.

I used to believe that I had to eat under 1000 a day to lose, but I was very very very wrong.

californiagirl2012

I'm almost 52 and here is my story: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/740340-i-lost-60-lbs-at-age-51-anyone-can-any-workout

laserturkey

I'm 48, 5'7" and 186 lbs. right now

I started mid-January of this year (240 lbs.) eating 1400-1500 calories a day and putting in maybe 3-4 hours of cardio a week. (For me, cardio is mainly walking on a treadmill or outside to the store.)

My cardio has dropped significantly since we moved and don't belong to the fitness club anymore, but I am still getting in at least an hour a week, sometimes 2. Yesterday I upped my calories because I had been super hungry for several days in a row, but I may drop them back down. I've been running at 1400 calories a day and eating back most of my exercise calories, and losing weight steadily but not too fast.

farmgirlsuz

47 here. I started Jan. 20, 2011 and by Sept.12 I had lost 58 pounds and I have kept MOST of it off for a year now. No crazy diets here. I wanted this weight loss to be something that I could maintain the rest of my life, not just until the weight was gone.

Just watching what went in my mouth and counting EVERYTHING that crossed my lips. No "cheat" days since I don't really care for that term. At first I weighed and measured everything. After a while I kinda figured that part out and now I can pretty much tell how many calories are in just about everything. I cut out the unnecessary fats whenever possible. Very rarely do I fry foods at home, but when I go out (see Wendy's) I don't mind eating a burger and fries. I never "super" size the meal and try to work the calories into my daily allotment. Eat more vegetables in their natural state-something green with EVERY meal. Try new foods that you never thought you would like. Try them again and again and again...you will learn to like them.


I went to the gym at work 6 days a week for an hour everyday before work. Weights one day, running the next, mix it up until you find what you like. I ALWAYS eat back every single one of my calories. I worked for them, I am going to EAT them! I figured MFP worked it into the system this way for a reason so I went with it.

Everyone is different. Find what works for you. Weight loss will not be linear-I would gain a couple pounds a week after a week in the gym and eating good and wonder what the heck did I do wrong. Keep the eye on the prize and don't lose faith.

DebbieLyn63

I am 46...5'7' tall, my starting weight was 205 (on April 16th) as of today I have lost 42.5lbs. My first goal is 45lbs and my next goal is another 10-15lbs. A wise person one told me that "You can't exercise away a bad diet", that has helped me so much. I log and weigh everything I put in my mouth. I log my food before I eat it...you can't take it back once you've eaten it! I exercise 3X a week, I am working on the weight first and when I reach my first goal I will worry about toning. My macros are set at 40 carbs, 30 protein and 30 fat. My food diary is open... Best advice is be strict with yourself...I have been "treating" myself for the last 20 years!

I have the same macros set for mine, and that is the time frame I am shooting for. Congrats on your success. I know I have to be 100% on my diet. Just 'cutting back' and 'watching what I ate' is how I creeped up to this weight. I am at 1200 p/d now and am maintaining, so am considering lowering it a bit, at least a couple of days a week, so I can lose 1 pound a week. The lower cal level has worked for many women my age, but other people scream "eat more!" I am far from starving. I get enough protein that I don't get really hungry ever, and have cut out all simple carbs and sugars, so no cravings, mood swings, or fatigue. I have lots more energy now and much less joint pain, so I know I am doing right with what types of food I am eating. I just now need to figure out the calorie level that works for me. And get more movement thru out the day. With a few exceptions, seems like so far the vast majority of older women being successful in losing and keeping it off are not averaging over 1200-1500/day and are getting a lot of consistent activity in daily. Many of them are doing it at 900-1000 safely and longterm. BTW, your diary wasn't open when I checked. It may be open only to your friends as mine is. Would like to add you if you don't mind. Thanks

HelenDootson

I am 44 and 5'9", I started at 297lbs on 23rd May this year, I have logged my food, exercised a whole lot (although that is not new), I do not eat my exercise calories unless I am on holiday (vacation) and I have always stayed within my calorie goal. I never eat less than 1200 calories, I probably average 1300 per day.
I have lost 59lbs so far

I am doing the C25K 4 times a week, walk my kids to school every day, a Body Pump class each week and I try to fit at least 1 swim in a week too

Good luck

gobraves47

I'm 44 and had a total hysterectomy in April. I'm also a fairly newly diagnosed diabetic and heard it would be difficult to lose. I'll be honest, but I thought I would have more trouble losing than I have. I've been eating around 1400-1500 calories a day (and watching my carbs) and I'm losing just under 2 pounds a week (some of it came off before surgery/MFP). I'm doing moderate exercise (a brisk 35-50 minute walk) about 5 times a week. I still have quite a bit to lose and I won't be surprised if/when the weight loss slows. Everyone is different and we just have to figure out what works for us.

shalonda110

I am glad you posted this. This is EXACTLY what has been on my mind, too.

PinkyFran

I havent read all the replies so forgive me if i am repeating someone elses reply!

i am 44 and have been dieting for 4 months and have lost 11lbs, i have apx 60lb to go so firstly feel free to add me!!!

Secondly i find the hardest part of it all for me is my PMT (PMS) time. My doctor has informed me i have entered 'the change' and aside from always being either boiling hot or freezing cold i find my appetite is following my PMT pattern with renewed vigour!!!!
, i seriously have 2 clear weeks of being able to diet and stick to my daily goals well, for the other 2 weeks i am starving,and rarely find i can keep to my calories.... some days i may only be a few clas over and other i will be 300 over, this results in me losing apx 1lb a week, with 4lb in the first 2 weeks and regaining 1 or 2 lb in the second!!!!.

my point of telling you this is that i many people have said to me that losing weight when your older is hard because your metabolism slows down, im not sure about that fact but i do know that my diet progress is hampered by some sort of hormonal demon......anyone else find this or similar?........