LOSE weight at 40(years)

hightimenow
hightimenow Posts: 1
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Hi!
I turned 40 this year not realizing how much I gained.
My son said to me yesterday in his school conference," mom you look big!"
My younger one said " I hope you are not going to die"
Their words really hit me hard. Being a single mom I want to be in their lives and watch them grow.
They are below 10.
This is the reason why I am here to LOSE WEIGHT AT 40!!!!

All you 40's lets motivate each other and I love to know how you lost weight.

Take care
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  • notllady
    notllady Posts: 1
    Hi there, i am new too, have approx 100# to lose.
  • jwd28
    jwd28 Posts: 765
    Good for you! I met my goal weight just before my 40th birthday and am now back on MFP so that I can focus on maintaining. I was successfully maintaining for about a year but have recently noticed a slip toward bad habits, and the scale is reflecting it. :(

    You can do it! I have no "secrets" to share. For me it worked to just be faithful about logging my food and trying to exercise 3 days/week (which was an improvement over no exercise at all). I didn't have a lot of weight to lose, but I was in the "overweight" category (according to the BMI calculator) after having 2 kids and am now back to being a "normal" weight.

    Good luck!

    Jodi
    5'7"
    High weight: 170 (in 2008)
    MFP start weight: 160 (in 2009)
    Goal weight: 140
    Current weight: 146
  • lots2live4
    lots2live4 Posts: 107 Member
    I'm in the same boat, just turned 40 this year too, single and have three daughters. In the last month in a half I have lost about 15 lbs, 30 something since August. I was a sugar addict, had to have sweets every single day, had high blood pressure, headaches all the time. I would wake up feeling terrible. Then I read something about sweet cravings being related to processed foods. So, for the most part I gave them up. The first few days I was surprised that I didn't feel that bad, but the next three were hard. After that first week though, I noticed the cravings became less. Not having bread and pasta was a little difficult, but to compensate I allowed myself white rice (there is no way I could give that up, being half asian and all). I just decreased my portion, so I wasn't eating three people's servings. There are up and down days, but the biggest difference I can see this week, is that I can stop now at a single serving. I had a piece a pumpkin pie last night, a really small slice, it was delicious and that's all I needed. You are welcome to add me as a friend (as well as anyone else).

    Oh and duh, I totally forgot to mention logging every thing I eat. It helps so much!
  • fruitloop2
    fruitloop2 Posts: 437 Member
    I started this life change when I was about 3 weeks shy of 40. It can be done if you really want it. I decided that 40 was the year to change my life and I haven't looked back. I haven't worked as hard as I could be. I could of lost everything I wanted to by now but I'm just taking it 1 day at a time. I have just under 20 pounds to go before I reach my goal. I just need to get myself back on track with my exercising and I'll reach it.
  • admnmtpilot
    admnmtpilot Posts: 132 Member
    I turn 40 tomorrow (Nov 17). I have been on MFP for 50 days and I have lost 24 lbs since I started and I have a LONG way to go!!!

    Angela

    SW 09/21/20012 360.2
    CW 11/15/2012 336.2

    GW1 by 11/26/12 340 met 11/15/12
    GW2 by 12/20/12 332
    GW3 by 01/03/13 324

    Goal weight: 160
  • lots2live4
    lots2live4 Posts: 107 Member
    I turn 40 tomorrow (Nov 17). I have been on MFP for 50 days and I have lost 24 lbs since I started and I have a LONG way to go!!!

    Angela

    Happy early birthday and congrats on your weight loss!
  • Gwen_B
    Gwen_B Posts: 1,018 Member
    You can do it!!! I turned 40 and started MFP. 4 months later, I lost 17 pounds and I am stronger and healthier than ever.
  • amarie45
    amarie45 Posts: 1 Member
    hello!
    I'm new to myfitnesspal but similar to you, I hit 45 in May and decided I was not going to approach and enter my 50's overweight. I have been significantly overweight my entire life and have lost so many pounds, only to gain them all back. This time I am taking it really slow and focusing on changing my lifestyle and choices one day at a time. I figure I still have many years ahead of me and want to live them healthy, without the crazy yo yo dieting. I'm down 20 pounds since May by adding 3 days of strength training/aerobic activity and two days of yoga, not eating after supper, and trying to reduce my portion sizes. I have lost 7 pounds since joining this site 3 weeks ago. I have found tracking my food intake to be quite helpful.
    Welcome to the 40's, it is a great time of life!!! Best wishes with your weight loss journey.
  • Anniehbax
    Anniehbax Posts: 2
    I turned 40 in March and was in denial about how my weight was creeping up. Blamed vacation, bday celebration, busy schedule and on and on. Before I knew it my clothes were working pretty hard to fit. I have battled weight up and down most of my life. I have made a choice to stop the progression of bad habits and a climbing scale. I am nervous to do so, maily because of fear of failure "again." But I want to feel better and look better. So I found this application and website that will hopefully help.
  • Anniehbax
    Anniehbax Posts: 2
    Way to keep making progress! I am new to the boards of this site, I am curious what "cw" means on your post. I think I figured out "sw" as starting weight and goal weight...

    Best of luck on your journey.
  • fattypattybinger
    fattypattybinger Posts: 337
    It is harder if you are 50ish I have a 9 and 11 year old.
  • frogmomof2
    frogmomof2 Posts: 1
    Hi I am 42 and had a complete hysterectomy in 2011 and since then I have gained 12 pounds and have fryer to lose but nothing works. Please keep me encouraged thanks.
  • Elizadeen
    Elizadeen Posts: 3
    Hi!
    I turned 40 this year not realizing how much I gained.
    My son said to me yesterday in his school conference," mom you look big!"
    My younger one said " I hope you are not going to die"
    Their words really hit me hard. Being a single mom I want to be in their lives and watch them grow.
    They are below 10.
    This is the reason why I am here to LOSE WEIGHT AT 40!!!!

    All you 40's lets motivate each other and I love to know how you lost weight.

    Take care

    Hi there,

    I, too, turned 40 this year. I have four kids, two of whom are under 5, and keeping up with them was my main motivation to lose the 30kg (more than 70 pounds) I packed on during the last two pregnancies. I've got a lot more weight to lose, but the progress has been so motivating.
    It took me about a couple of months though to psych myself up for this weight loss journey and I "consumed" a lot of articles beforehand to get motivated!
    I joined MFP about a month ago, and really, just tracking your food and exercise helps a lot.
    I've lost almost 7kgs since I joined, just by cutting out sugar (from my coffee, but gradually) and limiting my carbs. Hopefully the weight loss will continue, as it is a challenge to eat healthy during weekends!
    For exercise, I am now on Beachbody's DVDs, the Rockin' Body, mainly because I was such a cardio bunny before in my "thin" days.

    Good luck to you, and everyone here. It is possible!
  • cordianet
    cordianet Posts: 534 Member
    48 here. Age is NOT a barrier to weight loss. This is easily doable if you really want it.
  • farmwife3815
    farmwife3815 Posts: 326 Member
    I'm 40 and I'm doing it!! You can too. Logging is key I think. and exercise. and water!! Good luck!!
  • LivingJuicy
    LivingJuicy Posts: 54 Member
    Hi! I turned 40 this year. I've been heavy my whole life and I've had it! I'm going all the way this time! I love myself enough to get it done, and you will too. All friend requests accepted!
  • TheEffort
    TheEffort Posts: 1,028 Member
    I started this journey last year...turned 44 this year. Take it one day at a time, set goals and learn from both successes and failures. You can do it. :smile:

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  • Sarahwillow
    Sarahwillow Posts: 56 Member
    Almost to 41 yearso f age and if I can lose weight anyone can!! It's all about keeping yourself motivated, eating clean and moving!!! We are all in this together :) Anyone can add me if they wish! I have been loosing weight since July 9, 2012 and I am at 32 pounds lost. Yea, I am proud of this. I have about 60 more to go. I have also lost 20 inches off of me. No pills, no mixes, just eating clean and walking.
  • SimoneRR
    SimoneRR Posts: 2 Member
    A male coworker use the program and I saw tremendous results in 3 months, he didn't exercise that much. He stuck to his daily calorie intake? He introduce me to the program and by sticking to the calorie intake and exercising everyday, I am seeing results.

    There is no quick fix it's all mind over matter. Mental tuffnes!!!

    Stay encourage.
  • twinteensmom
    twinteensmom Posts: 371 Member
    I turn 50 in April(ack!) and I really got serious this past April right after I turned 49. For me, there is no turning back. It is a lifestyle choice with measuring all foods, constant logging onto MFP and recording everything I put into my mouth and exercise. Trust me, it works. If i can do this, anyone can. Friend me if you would like.
  • libr8me
    libr8me Posts: 2
    I am so happy to know that you are successful! I can use some motivation right now because it seems that ever since the approach of menopause I just can't seem to lose anything! I"m craving sweets and I'm so damn slow! I was always a hyper person and never sat still and now I don't even know who the hell is inside me anymore! Thank you for giving me hope.
  • libr8me
    libr8me Posts: 2
    I will be 49 in January! I miss my old frame. However, if you're inspired and you can do it so can I. Thank you for reminding me!
  • neverstray
    neverstray Posts: 3,845 Member
    Please put a picture up.

    I'm 47, you can do it.
  • amydee714
    amydee714 Posts: 232 Member
    Howdy Peeps! I have been eating healthy for about 14 months now. I consider this to be my new life. In fact all I am really trying to do is be a healthy fit person. I consider the weight loss to be a "happy side effect" of that.

    In all honesty, the hardest part about losing weight or getting healthy is the mindset. If you think of this is a diet (and I mean the "I need to lose 20 pounds to fit into that dress kinda diet), you will not succeed long term. Fitting into that dress is going to be a FABULOUS reward for your hard work, but it shouldn't be your goal. Your goal should be Health.

    That's why I consider myself (my obnoxious preachy self - lol!) to already be a success. Because I know this is the new me on the inside. The outside is just catching up.:tongue:
  • shellihooten
    shellihooten Posts: 53
    48 here. Age is NOT a barrier to weight loss. This is easily doable if you really want it.

    ^^^^DITTO^^^^ I'm 46. May 31st had the classic AHA Moment. I was 46 yrs, 4 months & 21 days.
    I have lost 71 pounds since. At least 30 more pounds to go.

    I decided I was WORTH IT! Been 'fat' for 21 years of my 22 year marriage...NOT ANYMORE!

    As has been mentioned by most everyone before me. Good, clean. sensible eating.
    And GET MOVING. I NEVER exercised before my change of heart. I am at the gym 5-6 days a week,
    and also get outside & walk along with getting the stamina to jog longer distances.

    Log ALL your food, drink & exercise. Consistency is key. Don't deny yourself every little morsel of
    'foods' you absolutely have to have. Starting out fresh, I would avoid sugar & 'white' grains for the most part.
    Give your body a chance to get un-addicted(if you are) If you're not, well good job! I sure was.

    Just know your making a lifestyle change, NOT going on a DIET! Huge difference. Plus, you will feel so much better
    inside & out!

    Knock 'em dead! Feel free to add me if you want (anyone here for that matter).
  • MelStren
    MelStren Posts: 457 Member
    Feel free to add me too. I'm 44yrs old and managed to lose nearly 16lbs this summer. I don't log my food daily but I am willing to cheer you on and share any tips I may have!
  • JooleySchmooze
    JooleySchmooze Posts: 7 Member
    You can do this! I wanted to be slimmer for my son's hs graduation in 2009 (and didn't do it) and then wanted to do it for my daughter's this year (didn't do it again!). Now, after her graduation and at age 46, I'm doing it!!! MFP is a wonderful tool. I started logging in this July and have slowly watched the scale move. I WILL be the size I want to be for my son's college graduation - and for the rest of the kiddos' (I have 4 - ages 21 to 7) hs and college graduations! Keep working it and you will find success!!!

    46 years old
    5' 5"
    SW 184
    CW 147
    GW 140
  • KeriW626
    KeriW626 Posts: 430
    i just turned 48 I was 47 when I started. Ive now lost about 50.5 lbs. My girls are grown, i have a nearly 2 yr old grand child. I would like to be around for her and any other that come along. I may be swimming up stream doing the doggy paddle but im moving. Good luck and welcome to the club
    Keri
  • Merrychrissmith
    Merrychrissmith Posts: 231 Member
    A CAUTIONARY TALE......

    Please do it now and maintain! I am 41 lbs into a 67 lb goal. I am 62 now. When i was 40
    i was at my goal weight. Much harder now but needs to be done.
  • rides4sanity
    rides4sanity Posts: 1,269 Member
    Pretty sure my name says it all. I'm on the right end of the hard work right now, but there is a before pic in my profile photos to show where I came from. I'm healthier and happier at 39 than I was at 25. Best of luck and feel free to add. I put up the occasional racy photo, but I'm a happily married, conservative mother of 2 when I'm not out there kicking *kitten*.

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