40+ Club : Where the Cool Kids Are

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  • kgates121
    kgates121 Posts: 21 Member
    Just turned 46 this month and working toward being fit. I am new to myfitnesspal, really any type of fitness forum. It's very inspirational to read so many stories of people working toward better health.

    My goal is to move 45 minutes each day doing cardio and 10-15 minutes of strength training 3-4 times per week. I worked with a trainer for a few weeks and learned how to properly do some exercises and she helped me develop several routines that meet my goal and fit into my schedule. In addition to tracking exercise, I have found I hold myself accountable with the food tracker. Somedays I eat too much and other days not enough. This site is very helpful to maintain and make changes.

    Please feel free to add me as a friend.

    Kris
  • Tat2dDom624
    Tat2dDom624 Posts: 1,226 Member
    I'm 43, and would like to join you cool kids! Currently i take Martial Arts (Tae Kwon Do), and workout at home. I started logging here at 245 lbs, but want to get down to 185 New Years Eve morning. My long-term goal is to not be the guy with the big appetitie, or "Big Dom" as some people have called me, and to keep this weight off for a LONG time!

    So PLEASE let me know if i have been accepted in this distinguished group! That would be great! :happy:
  • ElleBee66
    ElleBee66 Posts: 128 Member
    My new rules of lifting has just been dispatched YAY - Estimated delivery date October 11! What is it doing, swimming the Atlantic?

    Still I am excited to get it - hoping you all have a great day. Rain, rain, rain here in Ireland...:sad:
  • LadyPersia
    LadyPersia Posts: 1,445 Member
    Hello Everyone. Its been awhile. Mom has returned home (after 90 days) and I am getting my house and life back in order. It took just a week to see parts of my house again. Soccer season has begun so my exercise routines have increased. Hope everyone had a great summer.
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    Welcome back, Lady! Glad to read you are able to get more exercise in - that is soooooooooooo important in stress-management and sleeping well!

    I did get my cardio in on Saturday, and ate a little under my calories. Yesterday, I ended up at the movies with my kids, so had a big ol' tub of popcorn....sure I ate MORE than my calories, yesterday!

    That's okay.

    The next 2-week challenge, for myself, I am going to:

    1. <100g of carbs;
    2. get 3 x lifting sessions in each week; and
    3. no late-night snacking.

    That will keep me on track.
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    Hi all,

    Welcome to the new cool kids. There is ALWAYS room for more cool kids. :happy:

    LadyPersia, nice to see you back! Glad to hear you are adjusting again with having your mom back. I look forward to hearing your plans for your yard this hallowe'en.

    Had a great weekend. Woke up Saturday feeling so much better, despite my sleepless night. Did a P90X legs&back, and ab ripper workout and then took my granddaughter for a good walk. It was a beautiful, hot summer day. Stopped at the beach to cool our feet off and then carried on. It was such a treat for me to spend that one-one time with her.

    Sunday woke up to rain, so had a lazy morning reading. Once the skies cleared, a small group of us went for a 2.5 hr bike ride. Was perfect - not too windy. Then, my friends invited me for dinner. Life is grand. :happy:

    The work week was off to a rocky start - slept in and late for my meeting. Had a staff member inform me she was quitting. :sad: UGH! We just get these nurses trained and running some of our programs and then they leave for more $$! :grumble: Frustrating, but I get it. Because we are publicly funded, I can only offer so much, and it is no where near what other agencies can offer...but that's a whole other HUGE issue. :grumble:
    Hoping my run will work out some of this frazzle. :laugh:

    Hope everyone has a great day! :flowerforyou:
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    Your weekend sounds AWESOME, sdereski! Simply awesome. Yes, in publicly-funded institutions, job-turn-over is a big problem....but, also a big opportunity - because you get to meet so many great people!

    I got my lifting session in. First work-out of NROL4Abs....my triceps (of all things!) are screaming!
  • Perfectdiamonds1
    Perfectdiamonds1 Posts: 347 Member
    I'm a cool kid !!!! Will be 49 in December. WOW just did make it.:laugh:
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    Hello cool kids!!

    I am focusing on my nutrition piece very closely over the next 2 months....so, am not as worried about getting in my cardio. But, will get my lifting in. (And one day of cardio on Saturdays.)

    If I work really hard on my nutrition piece (i.e. calorie reduction), I just don't have the energy for all the exercise!
  • TaylorsGranddad
    TaylorsGranddad Posts: 453 Member
    I'm 41 and my daugther says I'm th ecoolest person she know's cos' i DJ in the cool clubs and play the coolest music.... she says
  • almostmotivated
    almostmotivated Posts: 2 Member
    I think this is my group. I am 51 and struggling with weight. Last year, I trained and walked/rain a 1/2 marathon (13.1 miles). I am so proud of that accomplishment. The disappointing part was that I did not lose one pound or clothing size. I get it...food choices and portions...so here I am.
  • abbezen
    abbezen Posts: 405 Member
    Hey Cool Kids~ I will be 53 in September. My 2 kids and 4 g'kids all think I'm pretty cool. I started this journey in March and am loving life!
  • nc_moon_beam
    nc_moon_beam Posts: 38 Member
    I'm 42, pushing 43...

    I just broke up with my scale and started dating the measuring tape. The scale was a lyin', playin' SOB who kept me coming back again and again, only to break my heart with what he had to say. The measuring tape is going to be my new friend forever, although I only plan on seeing him once a month.

    Friend me! :)
  • bsix3
    bsix3 Posts: 291
    Hey everyone I am 47 will be 48 on June 7 and I consider myself pretty cool!!! LOL! I have reached My "goal weight " around October 2011 doing Jillian 30 day shred,Ripped in 30and running and riding the stationary bike. But the scale lies!! I have been strength training for about 5 months now, I am down one pants size to a size 2 but gained 3lbs!! Very happy with my lifting progress! My one year anniversary coming up in 13 days! I want to live a life that is quality filled!!

    43 here!!
    Congrats on your accomplishments! Thatls great! Happy Anniversary.
  • AWDGhostRider
    AWDGhostRider Posts: 14
    Hi kids! I'm 41 and still feel like a kid at heart. Just got started on my journey to a healthier me.
  • Rowan813
    Rowan813 Posts: 170 Member
    I am 44 and this is the coolest I have ever been, if cool=fit. I am back on track with clean eating and currently work out 6 days a week. I mix lifting, spinning, bootcamp, and a little yoga when possible.
  • nxd10
    nxd10 Posts: 4,570 Member
    Congratulations!
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    Hello all and welcome to the new cool kids on this block. :wink:

    Beeps - that darn movie theatre popcorn is so hard to resist!

    The day got better as it went along yesterday. I was busy and the day flew by, which is always bonus. Managed to get a 5m run in with my g/f. It started slow and when I was finally getting into it, my g/f started having issues, so we walked some on the way back. No problem, we were still moving.

    Not sure I'm going to get a workout in today. My bff is coming to visit, so we usually end up chatting and drinking wine. :tongue:
    Maybe we can go for a walk first! lol.

    I really need to start getting up in the MORNINGS to get my workouts in...that way they are done and out of the way. If I go for a run or walk after work - bonus!

    Have a good one.
  • etajr
    etajr Posts: 49
    I am 54 and can always use the encouragement.. I am half way to my goal.
  • tbskipp
    tbskipp Posts: 180 Member
    Hi Kids! I am sure i have commented on here at some point but i thought i'd drop in and say HI!
    I'm 40 and determined to make it fabulous. I discovered MFP right before I turned 40 back in January. Loving it and all the support.

    Happy Tuesday every one!
    :drinker:
  • ElleBee66
    ElleBee66 Posts: 128 Member
    Morning Cool Kids!

    Well the sun is shining here in Ireland which is unusual!

    Hope you didn't do too much wine and chatting Sdereski!

    Have a good day everone! x
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    sdereski - I used to work out EVERY morning. Then, my schedule at work changed and now, the best I can do, is try and get my work-out in over the lunch hour. Usually, I do pretty well. If I wait until after work, it's never gonna happen!

    Today, I have a mediation over the lunch hour, but am going to try and sneak out, afterward, and still get my work-out in. Cross your fingers for me!

    Oh yes, and it's my 2nd day of REALLY low-carbing it. I've got to take month-end photos/measurements/scale this weekend and I'm DESPERATE to flatten my tummy by then!
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    Hi Beeps - you certainly do a good job of geting your noon workouts in. I really think mornings are the best time for me, but darn, I have a difficult time getting up. Then, if I have B&B guests, I would have to walke up that much earlier again as I would need to try and get it in before I have to prepare breakfast for them.
    We'll see...I keep trying to get up early.
    Am planning on running tonight after work. Having to meet someone to go is great accountability that gets me out the door.
    My bff was visiting for a couple of days and we did a couple of great hikes. We ate and drank, but we made sure we also got our exercise in as well.
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    How fun with your bff!! Good for you!!

    I did get my heavy-lifting in yesterday. So, I'm nicely sore today! Today is a rest day.

    Tomorrow I'll do my cardio work-out and I'll get back to the heavy lifting on Sunday or Monday. Enjoy your long weekend, cool kids! I'll check back in on tuesday.
  • jbad9
    jbad9 Posts: 5
    Yesterday I completely my 49th work out since July 4th! I set a goal for myself of 50 workouts by my 50th bday. My bday is still over a week away so I will exceed my goal! Yeah!!! I am going on a mini-yoga retreat this weekend so that should be awesome!
  • sdereski
    sdereski Posts: 3,406 Member
    jbad - congrats on meeting and probably surpassing your goal of 50 workouts by your 50th birthday. Cool goal.
    Have fun at that yoga retreat!

    Beeps - love that soreness from a good workout.

    Got my run in yesterday. Was one of my best runs since my ultra. Yay!

    Not sure if I can get one in today, but am going to try. We're invited out for dinner, so I really, really want to get a workout in. I am going to need the extra cals. :tongue:

    have a great long weekend all. :flowerforyou:
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    It's soooooo funny when a long weekend becomes my UBER-WORK-OUT time!

    Saturday - long cardio
    Sunday - weight-training
    Monday - step-aerobics

    I'm hitting it on all fronts, just now. My diet is extremely good - I do plan on losing weight over the next 8 weeks as my birthday approaches and, even after a family gathering last night - I stayed 100% on plan!

    I'm proud of myself and feel like I'm on a mission that just isn't going to quit! Yay!
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    First day of school - had my grade 6-er and grade 5-er in tow. They are settled in and I think they will have a good year.

    Arrived at work late - yay! Any second NOT spent at work, at this time, is a "win" for me, lol.

    I'm going to try and get my lifting session in today. But, if my work-out time is cut-short, then I'll just do a little cardio and STRETCHING.

    What's on your agenda for this week, cool kids?
  • bikinisuited
    bikinisuited Posts: 881 Member
    Hello beeps. Wishing you a great! Happy to check-in, I am officially 3 pounds away from my goal and I hope to get bikinisuited! Today is eight resistance training but I am going to walk as I have Baker's cyst on my knee and it freaking hurts.

    I posted a topic (Be proud post a pic of bikinisuited...) hoping to get those who are closer to their goal to post pictures of getting bikinisuited, any volunteers! My topic is empty...;0(!
  • Beeps2011
    Beeps2011 Posts: 12,158 Member
    If that is you in a bikini, bikinisuited, in your avatar, then I'd say that you are doing just fine and likely the 3 lbs won't make much of a difference - congrats!

    My bikini days are over....I don't think I've worn a bikini since I was 16. I will also add that I don't think I've wanted to wear one - I just like to feel a little more covered, even when I was in my "prime"! Tankinis = fine. Bikinis = not my favourite thing.

    I didn't get a work-out in, today, so I am watching my calories VERY closely!

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