Anyone in their 40's just starting out?

I'm 47 and I'm not too old! Neither are you! :bigsmile:

Why would you think that you're too old?

Not impossible, but I also find it more difficult than when I was young, less stressed, not on thyroid medication, or nursing a baby!

I'm early 50s. I started after a health "wake-up call" in April - and I'm down 42 lbs so far. The key is to get off the couch and get moving. The older you get, the slower it comes off - unless you move.

I started working out in earnest last November (used to do cardio a couple of days a week, walk the dog, and that was about it) with the specter of turning 50 at the end this month and I feel awesome! It's taken longer than when I was younger (like your age ), but no matter. I'm now trim and fit and just getting fitter! You can totally do this!

I am 44 and started out about a year ago pulling myself together. I am down 50 pounds. I just joined MFP about two weeks ago. I try to exercise about 6 days a week and I def don't think we are too old!!!

Look at my pics. I'm 40. You're never too old!

You look great!

I'm 43, and really LOVING going from fat to FIT!
And slimming off that yucky flab.
Bye-bye flab!
And it is leaving.
The weight lifting has really shown it the door.
You're going to love it.

By the way,I've had 5 babies.

See you later....I've got to go get on my bike for an evening ride!:happy:

I'm 49 and restarted weight loss after years of slowly gainin. I lost 103 lbs from my highest, but I'd been having trouble the last couple years and gaining. I don't have a thyroid due to cancer, but adding some resistance training and writing my food down brought 2 lbs at least a week. What is nice is that you lose some weight and then really feel like moving, eating healthier stuff, etc. But most of all, have a passionate motivation, as it makes the difference I think. I became truly worried about getting older and being stopped from so many activities and even from living, due to extra weight and poor fitness overall.
I am starting a new career, to avoid retiring in our camper, and along with not fitting into airplane seats, theater seats, having my stomach sit on my lap, on and on, I was finally ready.
Make it easier on yourself: I avoid cooking shows, shopping at high risk times at the grocery store, just plain sitting too much (just walk in place during commercials), drink a tall glass of water about 20 minutes before food, eat nothing 2 hours before bedtime but mostly realize it is sometimes jus the first couple days that the hardest. Then you feel better..AND GET foods out of the houe that are difficult. No exceptions. If your kids or partner, if applicable, don't get it, just ask clearly and have them get their treats out of the house and simply respond to your clear cut request.

Anyway, after losing some weight, it will feel so good that you'll want to keep going and maintain the success you have.
Sorry for going on so long!! Writing my food in MyFitnessPal has been a bit time consuming but really surprised me in what I had been eating.
best of luck and let us know about your journey to your goal. No need to diet again, as every step EVEN NOW should be doing things you can do for the rest of your life. I highly recommend that be your rule of thumb. And some say even have a cheat meal during the week, no guilt.

Hi ,

I am 45 yrs ...and i dont think its impossable to achieve the body or fitness level you desire i think it may just take a little more effort and time that it may have years ago. I feel like my knees have aged more than anything. I have lost 38lbs so far since end of may this year and it has not been easy. I am now at a plateau.

I do however have much more energy since losing the weight. Now if i could only move like some of the women in my Zumba class lol. I have my own version of sexy when im there lol. I have more energy and stamina than some of the younger ones even.

Dont give up just because of your age. Its never too late to start taking care of yourself . I'm ok that i will never be what i once was or do what i used to . Make the effort and celebrate every new thing you can do

Feel free to add me if you like....we can motivate each other. Always looking for new friends for motivation and support.

Do you feel like you can be successful in losing weight and getting fit and toned? Sometimes I feel like I'm "too old" not necessarily to lose the weight, but to get fit and toned and lose the belly..

I just turned 40 in July and feel that losing weight and getting fit and toned is TOTALLY possible! I joined the gym last December but wasn't really taking it seriously. Just as I started seriously taking classes at my gym, my Dr suggested this site and when I really started paying attention to what I was eating and the calories that I was burning I got excited and motivated. I am now noticing my weight loss (and it's staying off) AND that my muscles are getting toned. It's an awesome feeling and it's making me stay focused. I love it :happy:

You are NEVER too old to get in shape. You can do it :bigsmile:

Yes, just starting out at 41! Life (metabolism) certainly changes at this point. I've been dieting/exercising since June and only recently joined MFP when friend suggested it. It has helped. I feel better than I have in years. Friend me and we can support each other.

I am 49 & find it hard to believe that I am losing weight, whether I see it on the scales or I am told I am losing it.

I'm 43, and really LOVING going from fat to FIT!
And slimming off that yucky flab.
Bye-bye flab!
And it is leaving.
The weight lifting has really shown it the door.
You're going to love it.

By the way,I've had 5 babies.

See you later....I've got to go get on my bike for an evening ride!:happy:

hey there co-mom-of-5! i'm turning 40 next year, have five kids ages 13-3 and am almost back to my "Before I had Kids" size ... addicted to spin class and determined to kick some serious *kitten* when that bday rolls around!!!!

40 here and finally sick of not being healthy. It has only been 3 weeks but I feel so much better already. So happy that I found this site. I am a visual person so seeing the numbers really helps me. Just think, if we live to be over 80 then this is only our half way point. I too don't want to look back and be sorry that I didn't start because I already feel guilty for waiting as long as I have. But I look forward to what I WILL be able to do.

Well I am 45 and really just getting started. I don't feel old. I can tell you my feet don't move as fast as my mind thinks they should like in Zumba but whatever I keep moving. In 2 1/2 weeks I can already see some differences and I hadn't worked out in 16 years. If I keep at it I think I will look awesome and so will you.