Anyone in their 40's just starting out?

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  • Christine1110
    Christine1110 Posts: 1,786 Member
    I turned 50 last Jan....it's never to late to lose weight!
  • paintlisapurple
    paintlisapurple Posts: 982 Member
    My nana...who is in her nineties claims that one is never too old. LOL :wink:
  • msalmaj
    msalmaj Posts: 21
    I heard that 40 is the new 30...so, it's not impossible as long as you are motivated and willing to make little steps towards your goal. It's a life change you are committing to, not to see if you can bench press this much weight, or go crazy with the cardio . Go forth and conquer!! And good luck on starting this journey...
  • shoomai1227
    shoomai1227 Posts: 83 Member
    I'm 44 years old and have been working out on and off for almost 8 years. This time around and as of a couple of weeks ago...I joined MFP and started monitoring my caloric intake. The combination of the two has proved to be successful so far as I've lost 8 lbs since April. I will also be incorporating into my workout routine weights which I hope will tone my arms. You're never too old to do anything. Determination is determination no matter what the age!! You can do it!!!
  • ann5721
    ann5721 Posts: 2
    Im celebrating my 50th this October and i always feel i am never to old. I also have a slogan and that is 50@50 which is i am aiming at a 50Kg weight by the end of the year. There is nothing more depressing than getting old and not feeling good about oneself and one's health. This is already my 3rd month and i ve lost 20lbs so it is never too late.
  • ishtar13
    ishtar13 Posts: 528 Member
    i'm 42. I started in March (joined here in April, I think).

    I've lost ~25 lbs, and can squat with 115 lbs on my back.

    I'm still about 30 lbs from goal weight and have a goal of squatting 1.5x my body weight.

    I absolutely think it's possible.
  • middleagefatcat
    middleagefatcat Posts: 1
    Hi Tazzi and Dee, I am only 2 days into a committed lifestyle but have been in a inconsistent yo-yo slump for 15 years. Will be 46 in November and starting to feel the pre-men. stages as well as slow metabolism. Mostly began with an immediate 10 lb, gain from fertility treat. at 35. Now 11 years and 30 lbs later, here I am. Struggle w/ pcos due to hormone unbalance. Look forward to seeing your blogs and success stories. Claudia
  • cara4fit
    cara4fit Posts: 111 Member
    Like everyone else says here, it is absolutely possible to get fit and lose weight! Sure, it might take longer than when we were in our 20s and 30s, but we don't have any choice about how old we are do we? As we know, lots of people are denied the privilege of getting older so make the most of it! But what we DO have choice over is what we do now, and with good work attending to a clean diet with the right amount of foods for your needs, and seriously working out, it will totally happen in the way that suits one's body shape. As you get fitter, and see the weight come off over time, you will see the potential that your particular body has. We're rootin' for ya! If you've not exercised with weights, now is a great time to start, and it's totally worth it to enlist a good trainer for a few sessions to get you onto a decent program for your goals and most importantly, show you the proper way to do the exercises.
    BTW - I'm 65, and still at it at the gym, currently only having a few pounds to lose but over all pretty fit. I do weights, cardio, Pilates mat classes, and hoop dancing. Loving it all the way, and feel great too. I'm one of these who thrives on a variety of exercise and plenty of it, what with my nervous energy that MUST be worked off. So the exercise is a natural stress reliever in this respect in addition to it's other benefits.
    Last but not least, do not let a SINGLE person tell you you're "too old" to get in shape or have fun. Half the time they're jealous of those who do, and are often threatened by the new healthy habits one gets into. Also, since so few people 40 and up, and even more so among the 50+ crowd, exercise much at all, at a time when it's crucial to do so for quality of life as well as being fit. As a result, we don't publicly see very many fit older people. Let's all change that, and it sounds like the folks here on this thread are doing just that. Best of luck!
  • dortress
    dortress Posts: 28 Member
    All these people are fantastic - they've taken control and so can you. Age has nothing to do with it. Neither does goal weight actually.

    There was an article in the New York Times this past week about how mid-life exercise / weight loss improved folks' life as they aged.

    So the real question in front of you is: how to you want to spend the rest of your days? I'll be 51 this coming December. Five years ago, I decided I didn't want to end my days unable to walk because of heart failure or risking the debilitating effects of diabetes. Even more importantly, I wanted to stop *wishing* I could do things and start doing them: hiking, biking, and more.

    Now I can hike 10 miles, lift 150#s in squats, climb multiple flights of stairs without problem and today, I rode for 25 miles. I could've easily ridden another 25. I don't run the risk of the health problems I did before and don't sit and wish I could do things.

    Join us. Start now, so you can enjoy the rest of your years in as good health, with as much ability as you can.
  • jimzisa
    jimzisa Posts: 19 Member
    I'm 53 and a competitive athlete from my younger and much, much lighter (75 pounds, precisely) days. I've found workouts to be tougher but weight loss to be pretty easy. I think, however, that what comes with age - for me at least - is the creative ability and experience to concoct ever more colorful excuses to avoid the workouts or marginalize my diet. Don't give in to the dark side of age; stick to the plan. You'll be glad you did.
  • charmainewinter
    charmainewinter Posts: 33
    I am 42 and though I think it is a bit harder (at least for me) to lose weight as quickly as I used to...I am still glad I am trying! Good for you!
  • KALMdown
    KALMdown Posts: 211 Member
    Just turned 43 and getting back into shape after 7 years of being overweight. I look forward to lifting weights and getting toned again. I have a friend who is 45 and she is a cross fit instructor and completely r.i.p.p.e.d.

    40 is just a number. You are as "old" as you let yourself become.
  • dalehall64
    dalehall64 Posts: 290 Member
    Just turned 48 in August.. I had a couple neck fusion surgeries that took a toll on me over the last couple of years. Gained some weight and was in the worst shape of my life. Back in July, I weighed more than I ever had in my life and I decided it was time to do something about it. I started with Insanity and made it through the first 5 weeks of it with 9 lbs lost and getting in good shape. However, the first day of Month 2, I messed up my knee and I've been on the mend since then. Still sticking with deit and doing what I can for cardio, and down 11.5 lbs so far, but having to be careful with the knee.. You are NEVER too old to get in shape, but that being said, also listen to your body and remember, it's not as young as it used to be and it doesn't heal as quick as it does. Push it, but don't hurt yourself (in the bad way.) If you take it small steps and work your way up to kicking some butt, you'll be fine. I wished I would have taken just a bit slower in the beginning so I wouldn't be taking it so slow now..
  • Iceman1800
    Iceman1800 Posts: 476
    I turn 49 in a few months. My profile pic was from this past spring. So yes, you can still do it ;)
  • ezavora
    ezavora Posts: 59 Member
    My good friend turns 50 this year and in anticipation of that she started loosing weight. I watched her slowly change her habits for the better and loose weight. Sure, it may have taken her 4 months to loose 20 pounds, but those 4 months are going to happen whether your loosing weight or not.

    She motivated me. Im 41 and have never thought of age as a limiting factor. I think what makes it harder at our age is that we are set in our ways. Ive had decades to form bad habits. I like thinking into the future of how I want to look and feel next year at this time. That's all I need to think about to stop me from falling back into bad habits. It may take some extra time as when I was in my 20's, but we are not getting any younger.

    NO EXCUSES!
  • Birdie
    Birdie Posts: 256 Member
    I just turned 40. I have tons of health issues that I think will make it harder, but it can be done. :bigsmile:
  • DivaMoe40
    DivaMoe40 Posts: 159 Member
    but you all have made me realize I can do this this, thank you- each and everyone of you!!Xoxo

    We know that you can do it!!! :glasses:
  • redhousecat
    redhousecat Posts: 584 Member
    I am 40. I am coming back from an illness. I lost too much weight from it. It didn't take long to get to a healthy weight again, obviously, but toning the flab has been a b1tch!

    It is SSLLLOOOWWW, but it is getting there. Hold tight! It will all come for you! For me, I was more stoked about the rising energy levels!! lol

    Everyone here is right; be patient, it will come!
  • bbaker172
    bbaker172 Posts: 93
    I turned 40 in January....that was a milestone for me. SO...I went to the Dr. and got a full body workup to make sure everything's ok...I stopped smoking, and started working out.

    I don't want to be the weight I was when I was 20.....125lbs is way to skinny.

    I want to be healthy! I want to be around for my grandbabies (if I ever have any).

    I want to look good for me!

    I want my self-confidence back.

    I want to climb out of my shell and make new friends, go to lunch, go shopping etc.

    I'm doing this for me! (besides the fact that I want to look good in a bikini again...I'm pushing for next year...lol)

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