Hi Ladies! I am brand new to MFP and very excited to get started... and to be a part of your group! I just turned 50 in October and am determined to embrace this new stage in my life with gusto. Although I will always be a Georgia girl at heart, I live in a beautiful area of north Florida and love it here. I have one daughter that is about to graduate from college and even though I still cry when she leaves to go back, I thoroughly enjoy empty nesting with my husband.

I was always an active, fit person but in my mid-40's, the weight just started creepin' on and my metabolism started slowing down. I haven't yet reached menopause but the signs are starting to appear. I really need motivation from other women who are going through the same peri-menopause/menopause thing so I can stay on track with my health and fitness. I have pretty bad knees (hereditary) so walking and biking have always been my thing.

Good luck to everyone and thanks for having me! I look forward to checking in here.

You had me at "don't forget the wine!" I'm 49 and trying to get "fifty by fifty," as my husband and I have recently taken up kayaking and whitewater rafting for the first time ever. My 30's and early 40's were a long testament to bad eating habits, a sedentary lifestyle and stress can really wreck your body! I lost 30 pounds on Weight Watchers a few years back, but about half of the weight has crept back on, and I'd like to lose a bit more.

I'm the proud "step-grandma" to seven grandkids and have 3 stepdaughters and one son from a previous marriage. He is one of my biggest cheerleaders, as he is a wilderness first responder and wilderness guide.

I work from home as a copywriter and my husband and I travel as often as we can. My biggest problems with weight loss are my love of chocolate and my dread of exercise, although the elliptical machine in our basement is a big motivator in the winter!

I'd welcome hearing from anyone in the group! (Oh, and I live in western Pennsylvania, in case anyone is nearby!)

Hi all, This looks like a great group! My name is Trish, I joined MFP recently because I am trying to lose weight before my 50th birthday in July. I am sick of the 30 extra pounds...it has to go!!
I am a mother to 3 children who are all out of the house at college. I am a Pediatric RN and have worked 12hr nights for 27 years. My last 7-8 years going through peri-menopause and then menopause have not been kind to me weight wise. Seems like just looking at food makes me gain! I have always been moderately active with walking and bicyling but I'm really going ot have to step it up to lose!
looking forward to getting to know you all )
Trish

Hello ladies!

Your group description sounds wonderful! Particularly...well, all of this:



"About us in general: We are a group of adult women (mostly over 40), who love to cook, eat, and entertain, while getting (or staying) healthy.

We share menu ideas, exercise options, eating out tips, and a host of clues to navigating our ever-changing bodies (yikes!) and health surprises.

We hope you'll join us and participate regularly. Be sure to ask us questions! SOMEBODY will have an answer for you.

And please post anytime you're pondering the Universe or wondering what to have for dinner...

Don't forget the wine! Here's to the ladies who lunch! " :flowerforyou: :drinker:




A little about me ~ My name is Brenda. I just turned 47 a few days ago. I am married with two adorable, funny and energetic boys, ages 8 (nearly 9) and 6 years old. I love to chat, and my favorite topics are all listed in the quote above :drinker:

Last year at this time we dicovered we would be relocating out of state. From that point on, most of my time was dedicated to figuring out and arranging all the details to make that happen. We are now settled and happy, and I realized that along the way I'd gained about 13 or so pounds. I have a closet full of clothing I miss and would love to be able to wear again! So, I'm getting back on track and it feels great!

A friend told me about MFP and I think it's a wonderful tool! I find tracking my food and seeing the macros to be fun! For exercise, I mainly switch between TaeBo and JM's 30 Day Shred, plus some strength trainging. I'm happy to say that I'm seeing results with toning and inches have been shed (Yay!), but these last 10 pounds around my belly are so stubborn and will not go away! Perimenopause is making this more challenging than it should be, I think (?)

It's so nice to meet you, and I am looking forward to getting to know you!
Bren

Hello! My name is Eileen and I'm new to the group.

I am a 60 year old fine artist living in the most beautiful place in the world.... Cape Ann, Massachusetts. There is no more perfect place to be a painter! I have lived here for 2 1/2 years, moving here to be with the man who would become my husband 2 years ago. He is also an artist and has lived here all of his life. I am a Mass. native, but lived in Maine for the 12 years before I came here to be with him. I grew up in Waltham, MA, which is just a few miles west of Boston. I have three children and 4 grandchildren.

My fitness journey actually began almost 10 years ago. I was living in a very remote part of Maine..I was in a bad marriage that left me feeling so empty that I tried compensating for that emptiness by filling it up with food and useless "stuff". I ate LOTS of food that saw me gain 70 pounds, topping out at 185 pounds. My health began to decline... I developed "Syndrome X"... high cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood glucose. I went on medication for the first two, but my doctor decided to work with me on getting my weight down in hopes of dealing with the type II diabetes. It almost 2 years, but I lost the 70 pounds (I also lost the bad marriage) and kept the weight off for 5 years!. It wasn't until I met my current husband that 17 pound crept back on. I could say it kind of snuck up on me, but it took 2 years. I decided I could not go back to the way it was and got back with the program last fall.... I've lost 21 pounds and have been working hard at getting fit again. I had my hip replaced 3 weeks ago and have been working with a physical therapist and feeling stronger every day. Once I am cleared to do so, I'll be taking some Yoga classes as I have to avoid anything that is high impact.

Hi and thanks for the invite, feels like this group is a nice fit. Only I'll have grape juice in place of the wine :drinker:

I'm Deb, turned 47 last month. I work at my local hospital in Upstate NY & this week we started Biggest Loser at work. So I weighed in 18 lbs heavier than when I left Weight Watchers several months ago (here we go again! :noway: ) and one of the tools the dieticians gave us was the info to this great site. I can't believe how easy this is to use and how you track it all exercise, food & the community to boot!

My family consists of my fiancee, our shared 4 children (2 his & 2 mine = 4 ours:smooched: ). Two are married & joined here too, and our younger two are special needs & home. We have a dog & cat who we also consider children.

I need to lose 108 lbs, Jim (finacee) about 150. So for the next 8 weeks while I'm doing Biggest Loser at work, I'll be weighing in weekly (my 1st weigh in was this Tues 2/5/13). One of my friends/coworkers is going to join me in going to Curves (one of the OR nurses owns a Curves in a neighboring town) & she donated a free week + discount for anyone at our job who is going to sign up for the next 7. So my hopes are to lose the 18 lbs I gained in the 8 weeks and if I don't I'm not too worried it'll happen THIS TIME FOR REAL!

So strength in numbers, I've read a lot of different posts on here & look forward to making this site my new veg out place after work, dinner, cleanup, exercise, etc before heading to bed.

OK a quick & easy dip recipe: Take 1 pint fat free Greek yogurt (we use Fage) + 1 envelope ranch dressing mix (any variety). Blend together. We used it for Superbowl snacks (veggies tray). My daughter uses it on her sandwiches in place of mayonnaise & likes it better. I don't particularly like ranch but this one I do. Surprisingly, it's not too strong.

Hi everyone, I'm new to the group. My name is Terri, and I live in Mississippi. I recently turned 52, and decided it's time to get this weight off! Married with three children, only one still at home.

I was slightly overweight after my third child, but it was manageable. Then, I took a midnight postion at my company, and lost all control. I gained 70lbs in the last few years. I am now back on track, and have lost 71 lbs in the last eight months. Trying to eat healthy, and exercise 4-6 times a week is working. My goal is to lose another 20lbs before summer hits.

Hoping this group has some postive, like minded people to motivate and encourage me, and I will do the same for them!

Hello Ladies! I believe I just might fit in here.

I am a 48 year old mommy of a 15 year old girl, wife, teacher, & performing artist. I was thin until I began taking fertility drugs in my early 30's. My miracle pregnancy did wonders for my body...NOT. I lost and gained over and over after her birth, but what really kicked me in the behind was my hysterectomy 5 years ago. My body is shot. Gravity has taken over. I need to lose 80 pounds in order for my body to somewhat resemble the 30-something me. I do miss her so. She was pretty hot!

I tend to stress-eat, you know, eat my feelings. I also love to overeat when celebrating. Honestly, I don't really need an excuse to overeat; any excuse will do!

It is time for me to get serious about my weight problem because I'm sure it will affect my health longterm, and I really want to live a long, healthy life and one day enjoy my grandchildren.

Ladies!

Hello, my name is Cindy. I just joined MFP last week. I am from the Rivah City, which most of you probably know as Richmond VA. I am not a southern belle though because most of my childhood was in the Great State of Kansas, as the daughter of an Army officer.

I love to cook. And I love to eat what I cook. And I love long, lazy naps on Sunday afternoons. Which are some of the reasons I am here. I have tried to get on the right path diet-wise by myself, but even though I know all the right rules, I just don't seem to be able to make any progress on my own.

I started out at 212lbs last week. My mid-goal is to be at 185 and my end goal is 145. But more than that is my health. I want to feel energetic and healthy. And if I can turn a few heads in a swimsuit while doing so, I'll not complain .

Good to meet you all!!

Hi there
I've just turned 45 Australian with 2 young teenagers. I also love to cook & are especially interested in high protein low carb meals

I lost 15 kg (33lbs) 5 years ago on the Cohen's diet which is quite restrictive but medically monitored with regular bloods tests. The weight came off really quickly but I've gradually put about 1/2 back on.
The Cohen's plan is basically a single protein (can't mix proteins) with salad or vegetables (& these are limited) there is no potatoes, rice, pasta bread etc, now I find these foods really bloat me anyway
I'm trying to keep to around 1200 cal a day, on Cohens it was about 800, so it's feeling quite easy at the moment
I'm having coffee with milk in the morning, occasional glass of wine and occasionally small amounts of carbs, all illegal in the past

I'm keeping an open diary and log in everyday would love to friend others with similar goals

My name is Anne

I am 59 years old, 5'6" and currently 152 lbs.
Atmy best (when I was much younger) I was 132 lbs, myhighest ever was 170 or so. I started using MyFitnessPal on January 2nd of 2013, after learning about it on our local news channel. I started that same day, with 158 lbs, and I am now down to 152. My current goal is 148, after reaching that I will set myself an new goal, maybe 140.

I am married (second marriage) since 2000, my husband is in long term care in a nursing home nearby. He is obese all his life, which caused heart disease and a major stroke in 2008. Yes, they saved his life, but I couldn't take of a 300 lbs, paralyzed man at home. I tried for 3 years.

I joined Weight Watchers with him years ago, just because we wouldn't go without me, I lost weight, he did not.

I started gaining weight during menopause, then I quit smoking (over 2 years ago), then I had major dental work done (last year). I couldn't eatnormal food for a long, long time. I consumed alot of yogurt, pudding, soups and ice cream, that's how I gained weight. Plus I guess, I was a little drpressed after my husband feell ill.

I am now eating healthy, count calories, cook for myself, but I do not exercise. I just don't believe in these gyms, where everone looks like from a Malibu movie, not my thing.

I am German, but I am living in Ohio now since December of 1999, and I love it, just not the cold winter and all that snow.

I can help with German recipes, if anyone is interested.

Hi.

I live in New York.. Have two, almost grown, children. I am managing a house-building project on a limited budget, with high standards. Love to write and read.

I'm new here. Just finished my first week and am looking for friends with interest in (maybe) literature, film, theater, books, art decorating, delicious, clever ways of making healthy food extremely delicious, etc.... Friend me if any of the above interests you or if you are interested something else that's fascinating.

Thanks.

Hello

I'm Karen, 48 years old and have hypothyroidism. Weight is something that I have battled since my teenage years, not alot of weight but enough to make me uncomfortable in my own skin.

I live in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada I'm a mother of a 14 year old daughter and we live with my boyfriend of 7 years who is a total fitness buff.

I have just recovered from a hip injury that had me sidelined for a couple of months. I've started running again, very slowly. I also started weight lifting in January. I

Just today my Dr. advised me that I am starting peri-menopause and suggested that I stop taking my birth control pills!

I'm always open to learning and making new friends.

Karen

My name is Anne

I am 59 years old, 5'6" and currently 152 lbs.
Atmy best (when I was much younger) I was 132 lbs, myhighest ever was 170 or so. I started using MyFitnessPal on January 2nd of 2013, after learning about it on our local news channel. I started that same day, with 158 lbs, and I am now down to 152. My current goal is 148, after reaching that I will set myself an new goal, maybe 140.

I am married (second marriage) since 2000, my husband is in long term care in a nursing home nearby. He is obese all his life, which caused heart disease and a major stroke in 2008. Yes, they saved his life, but I couldn't take of a 300 lbs, paralyzed man at home. I tried for 3 years.

I joined Weight Watchers with him years ago, just because we wouldn't go without me, I lost weight, he did not.

I started gaining weight during menopause, then I quit smoking (over 2 years ago), then I had major dental work done (last year). I couldn't eatnormal food for a long, long time. I consumed alot of yogurt, pudding, soups and ice cream, that's how I gained weight. Plus I guess, I was a little drpressed after my husband feell ill.

I am now eating healthy, count calories, cook for myself, but I do not exercise. I just don't believe in these gyms, where everone looks like from a Malibu movie, not my thing.

I am German, but I am living in Ohio now since December of 1999, and I love it, just not the cold winter and all that snow.

I can help with German recipes, if anyone is interested.

Welcome to the group! I'ved in Germany for about 10 years (3 different Army tours) and LOVED the food! I have a few German cookbooks I still use. I remember one time I was on a low-carb diet there and asked for Spargel (yummy white asparagus) with NO potatoes and bread. I actually got into an argument with both the waiter and the cook because Spargel MUST come with potatoes and bread! (Also with a wonderful white sauce!) Needless to say, I did not lose much weight in Germany! The food is just too wonderful.

I don't go to a gym either - but I walk my dog every day for 20-40 minutes, so I'm getting a good aerobic workout (I live on a mountain.) Also, I do workout DVD's in my home. I just can't see paying to go to a gym when I can get a good workout at home plus keep my dog company!

Hi! May name is Liesl. I am 45. I have struggled with my weight my enitire life. I gained an lost 100+ pounds four times before having gastric bypass surgery in 2003. I lost 150 pounds, and for the most part....kept it off. Though I did have the surgery, I did not have a frontal labotomy, and as the mama of teenagers, emotional eating crept back in. I did gain 40 pounds, and at the first of this year, I recommitted myself to my health. I have lost almost half of that 40 pounds. I am excited and doing great! Thanks for inviting me to join your group!