50+ looking for friends
ninainMA
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Hi, I'm over 50 and need to lose about 25-30 lbs so I hope you don't mind if I join in here. Just seems that the younger crowd is into all the extreme fitness programs and/or are moms. I was looking for 50+ friends for support and encouragement with something more in common earlier this week and found this group site.
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Hi....well here I am.....new to this group also, 50+ years old with 50+ pounds to lose. Realistically if I can lose 30 more I will be to the weight I was back in 1994, before I had 2 back surgeries and had the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. I am determined to conquer that one. I am happily married with 2 grown children and 2 grandsons. I have struggled with my weight ever since having thyroid cancer back in 1986 when they took out my metabolism (so it seems). N E way I love this website. Everybody is so encouraging. I know I can do it as I have lost 30 pounds from my highest weight back in June 2011.
So lets encourage one another, be positive, eat right and keep moving. On to better, slimmer selves.0 -
I started in janruary and have lost 24 pounds using this tool. I am amazed that I have done this for 3 Months. It has been pretty easy. We look at food as "calories" now and not as food, if that makes sense. Always trying to find more stuff we like that is low in Cals so we can eat more. My husband and I are both doing this and he has lost over 30 lbs so far. Just a couple more to be under the majic 200. We just walk for the exercise part of this and it has helped a lot. Feel so much better allready. My husbands cholesterol has gone down from 238 to 193 and no more pills. You can add me as a friend if you like.0
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My husband promised to join Weight Watchers with me this time (the many other times I joined were hopeless as I was trying to cook for a family who weren't dieting). This time it's different...the kids have flown the coop and himself is also trying to lose weight. We joined WW January 13th and he has lost 12+ and I have lost 17+ pounds....FINALLY, it is working. We are both in our 70's and still have a way to go. I am down under 200 for the first time in years and my hubby is heading that way....YAY for us.....!!!!
I am on this site because of all the positive reinforcement I see (and read about). Although it is a pain logging into both Weight Watchers E-Tools and MFP it is helping me stay on track.
Good luck to all the other 50+ dieters....0 -
Glad to have you here.0
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Hello, girls. I am 52 and want to lose 52 pounds. How ironic is that! Anyway, I have the best diet bud ever, she keeps me on my toes. It makes a difference so find someone strong that can encourage you in a very positively constructive way. Personally, my husband can't be my diet bud because for some reason he attempts to sabotage my efforts by bringing home the items he knows I have no willpower over. Now, when he bring those things home, rather than hurt his feelings, each day I'll throw one cookie or one ice cream bar in the trash. I haven't hurt his feelings and I haven't ruined my efforts for that day. He's also very competitive so if I tell him I've lost 1 pound, he's lost 2: I've lost 3 pounds he's lost 6. You get the point. So now I ask him first how much he's lost and then I tell him I've lost 1 pound less than he has and that seems to keep him happy. MEN! Sorry for the cake in the picture. That's the only picture I have with me in it right now. By the way, the cake looks yummy, but it was horrible if that helps any! HA!0
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Would love to have you add me as a friend,60 and not young but not old, lol......people here are great:flowerforyou:0
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glad to have you add me as a friend, 60, married 2nd time for almost 2 years, one son from 1st marriage. people here are great and very helpful. I also have fiber, I call it FM had it for more then 20 years now, back killing me now, hang in there:flowerforyou:0
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I'm over 50 and would love to lose 50 lbs. - I'm a wife and a mother to three great kids and now have two adorable baby boys who are living 1500 miles away from Texas. I now have high Trigylcerides according to my doc as of three weeks ago, so I'm reading more about how a LOW CARB diet is the way to go to lower those numbers. It's been quite a few years since I've eaten low carb but it definately is a filling plan...but I won't lie I miss those nice SWEETS once in a while. Lost 15 pounds so far....between the stomach bug and trying to still eat high protein so that's good news. Hope to get myself into a exercise schedule, just so hard to squeeze this into my busy days running my own business. Happy to be a part of a group finally Diana0
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Happy New Year Everyone. I've been on and off MFP for about 5 or 6 months and I've lost 20 pounds. The holidays and the stress of my hubby's job loss has gotten me a bit off track so I'm committed to making new friends that I can partner with to keep on keeping on. I'm 61 with a husband who loves to eat so even though the kids are long gone (I have 3.5 beautiful grandsons!) it can still be a struggle to get food on the table that's nutritious and low calorie for me and satisfying for him. I have 75 pounds to lose and yes, it's daunting, but I've committed myself to living the rest of my life more healthy. I do video walking routines to get extra movement in my otherwise sedentary days. I'd like to partner with someone who will virtually walk with me as well as challenge each other to try new activities.0
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Welcome,I'm in the same boat as you, except that I need to loose 50+ pounds. Right now I'm not too motivated, so I don't know how much help I can be, but feel free to add me as a friend, and we'll help each other. I setting my sights on the new year to get started again. I'm suffering with a separated rib, but found that a stability ball helps me get some exercise in while supporting my back. Hope to hear from you, you've some to the right place. There are a lot of great people here to inspire you.0
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Happy New Year Everyone,
I just joined mfp yesterday. I am looking forward to meeting other people who have the same goals as I do. I am 57 years old. I have 50-75 lbs to lose. My main goal is to become healthier in 2013. I am not very active as my job requires me to sit most of the day. I am hoping to get motivated to walk or do some form of exercise daily. I am looking for people who will join me in this challenge for 2013.0 -
eatright2013 you've come to the right place!0
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Hi, I just joined yesterday and am excited about getting back in shape this year. I'm 57 and I have about 25-30 pounds to lose, but couldn't find that exact niche, so hope you don't mind I've joined here. I had gotten my weight under control about 9 years ago and was really pleased, but aging and stress seem to have won out as my weight has inched back up. I'd really like to take control of it now and would love any new friends along the way!0
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Hello everyone! Although I originally started out wanting to lose 50 lbs., for my sake, I am now doing it because I have been denied health insurance because my BMI is over 30! I started with a new company last month that does not provide health benefits, although they do give a stipend toward the cost each month. I started looking for private health insurance plans and to my surprise was denied due to weight! No other medical issues except my blood glucose is 102 and my cholesterol was 208. I've always been into exercising at least 30 minutes a day for 4 days a week. Now I have to really work hard on losing those pounds to obtain the insurance. In essence this is a must do, not a should do. I would appreciate any help or suggestions in losing weight over age 55. I keep my calorie intake under 1500 a day. I've been keeping a journal since I started the first of the year. Best wishes to everyone.0
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've just rejoined with a goal of losing 50 lbs. I lost almost 20 lbs in 2011 and then stopped and gained it back. Sigh. So now I'm starting to count my food again. I'll weigh in in a few days. I'm 62 and have struggled with weight all my life. I am healthy with good statistics and I exercise regularly, but am tired of being overweight.0
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I've been at this an entire week now... and will continue the rest of my life. Your story with your husband sounds similar to my guy. In the past, every time I tried to lose weight he'd bring something home and I'd be too tempted. I'd be good all week and then those potato chips would show up. They were just sitting there in the pantry waiting to be eaten. Everyday I open the pantry do and almost hear them calling out. That was my mind set. Then I started thinking, seriously thinking that the only person I'm hurting is myself when I do that. I'm the one who has to be accountable. Or so it goes for the new year. I did well going to a fast food place with my sisters. They ordered a meal while I sat there with my coffee. I'm really trying this time. I heard something on TV that made sense to me. If I were to have cancer I would find 3 hours a week for chemotherapy to save my life. Wouldn't I give myself the same 3 hours a week or 30 minutes a day on exercise and putting whole, nourishing foods in my body instead of the toxic things I've been eating. If I don't start now, it will shorten my life. First week of my new lifestyle equals a 1 pound loss. Downer result but on the right track for once.0
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MDGirl...slow and steady wins the race...for life! 1lb is fantastic! Just think if you lost 1lb per week for even 75% of the weeks in this year, you'd be almost 40 lbs lighter in January 2014. Add in some exercise and you won't believe how much better you feel. Plus, you'll just have to go shopping for new clothes! Keep up the good work!0
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Hi Everyone,
I just joined today and am looking for some friends and support in my age group. Let's face it we don't have the same issues as a 20 or 30 year old trying to lose weight. My problems both with weight, lack of excersize and life in general belong to a 50 plus person. A little about myself-well like I'm guessing all of you got to lose weight to improve my health. I want to be around to play with my grandkids! I'm getting ready to retire and looking forward to this new and exciting phase of my life.0 -
afb224, I hope you find MFP helpful and motivating.0
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Good Morning All!
I thought I would start the message board this morning for us. Wanting to start the day on a happy note-traffic was light going in to work this morning. That is always good news! Also very mild here today this weekend we are supposed to get into the 60s. I can handle a winter in the 60s.
Today my son goes back to school for the second semester. I am going to concentrate on filling the void with something other than food and mindless snacking. Maybe pick up a book or work on some quilting. Or better yet, maybe I should just start cleaning out my crafting area-not as much fun but very necessary!
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Hope everyone is doing well!0
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Hi Diana. I too am over 50 and need to lose 50+ lbs! I joined myfitnesspal yesteday and found this group a few minutes ago. Cannnot help but be excited!! I started a self-made diet today! Yeah...so far so good. It's 7:15 PM and I did not cheat:) I even walked the dog and walked around the mall for about an hour today (exercise). This is the best day I have had in a long time.
I eat for any reason, mostly from habit especially while watching TV at night. Seriously, I eat 89% of my calories at night. Does anyone else have this terrible habit? I really need some buddies for support and to trade tips and stories with while I go through this journey toward a better life.0 -
I too have a child in college who has recently returned after being home for the holidays. She is a senior at University of Florida. Go Gators! Being an empty nester now for 3+ years has made things easier but I have not adjusted really. I miss having my child in the house. The house is quiet...boring now...just my husband and I. Thank goodness he is still at work all day:) I have tried to stay busy with various projects but I am still kind of lost. Having just started this weight loss journey yesterday has given my spirits a lift and finding this group is icing on the cake!0
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@bettyahawk. You've come to the right place. Check out the forums and build a friends list. It really helps. Good luck!0
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Welcome! Feel free to add me as a friend if you wish. I'm 57, and not dedicated to going to the gym every day. I get my exercising by walking, yoga, or using an exercise ball.0
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Hi-I'm Susan, 59 and started my weight loss journey on MFP on January 1. So far, I've lost 7 lbs. I will turn 60 in October and I would really like to be at least 50 lbs. less by then. I can relate to just about everything I've read from all of you! I guess we're all in the same boat and its nice to just read about others that are experiencing the same issues that you are. Reading everyone's post's is motivating to me!0
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Although I joined MFP in June 2011 I haven't really used it. Maybe that's why I still have 50+ pounds that I need to get rid of. I don't want to say that I want to lose it because that implies I will try and find it later. I just plain want to get rid of the fat, get healthier, and slimmer! I'm a single mom to 1. I had been an empty-nester for about 2 years, but she's back home now. I don't like to exercise but know I have to. I was going to the gym faithfully 3 times a week until I had my foot operated on in October. Since them it's only been once or twice a week to do strength training. I walk about 8000 steps at work and by the end of the day don't want to get on a treadmill. I could really use some friends for motivation and help. I love to cook, garden, and write.0
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Hi, I'm 53 been going through menopause for years and started gaining weight because of it in addition to quitting smoking several times which packed on the pounds very quickly :sad:
So I really need ideas/support of what is working for other women. It seems if I don't eat carbs or sweets I lose weight, but it's really hard, Help Please! Thanks
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Welcome everyone! Feel free to send friend requests, and good luck with your plans.0
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Love this group. I feel so much more at home here where everyone isn't discussing TDEE and how many calories over 1200 a person should have if they exercise! I joined on Jan. 4th and have lost 10 lb. already. I had to adjust the protein % to 60 because of having had a gastric bypass seven years ago. Otherwise, I am glad to know I'm not the only one struggling with typical 50+ issues like menopause. I track my sodium intake and found almost immediately that I actually felt different if I consumed over my 2400 mg. limit. I am tracking my blood pressure twice daily as well and my doctor will evaluate me at the 6 week mark to determine if he can half my blood pressure meds. Because I am exercising at least 30 to 45 minutes a day on a treadmill, doing stretching and yoga and light upper body strengthening reps my blood pressure sometimes has dropped so low I get dizzy. I can't believe how much sodium can actually affect you so obviously and so quickly. I am learning to cook without any added salt and use Mrs. Dash's seasonings or onion/garlic powder to flavor foods. I switched to unsalted butter (actually better than "lite" butter which is loaded with sodium) and just use half as much when I absolutely have to have it. I've also discovered that removing sugar and artificial sweeteners from my diet, including carbonated beverages has literally changed my entire personality. Further I also stopped eating processed meats and foods, anything that comes in a box. So basically I have just started eating fresh fruits, veggies, lean poultry and fish and I cannot believe the difference. I feel so good now I haven't had a single craving or miss any of that junk. I don't think it is my age as much as that I am just allergic to all that artificial, processed, sodium laden stuff I used to live on. My husband loves the meals, I use the recipe calculator and have already made my own shredded chicken casserole, pasta sauce, vegetable soup and a list of other dishes that allow me to control the nutrient levels in them and adjust so they fit my plan. My twelve year old daughter even likes a few of the dishes! Can't wait til #2 child comes home from college for the weekend, he left the day I began MFP and he's a health nut of sorts! He will be surprised!!0