Anyone 50+

bblen2004
bblen2004 Posts: 16 Member
in Introduce Yourself
Hi, looking for supportive friends 50 and up. Anyone out there?
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  • Aquarius2
    Aquarius2 Posts: 9 Member
    Hi
    I am new to MFP and over 50.
    I have been on a weight loss program for the last six months and have lost 19 kilos so far:smile:
    I think we all need support and would like to connect with anyone who feels the same
  • susanpasq
    susanpasq Posts: 16 Member
    Hi,
    I'm quite a bit over 50 (62 to be exact). I 've been lurking around these boards and today I decided it was time to be an active participant. I started out with weight watchers on line and while I think it is a great program, I have gotten more interested in nutrition and want to see how my fats, carbs, protein, and fiber break down every day, so I switched to myfinesspal. This seems like a great community and I hope to be around for a long time and am anticipating a healthier me!!
  • fluffy925
    fluffy925 Posts: 93 Member
    I'm over 50, all feel free to add me!
  • skinnyme47
    skinnyme47 Posts: 802 Member
    I am 60. It is harder to lose the weight as you get older, but it can be done. There are groups also on MFP for over 50 and over 60. Add me if you like.
  • suzieg55
    suzieg55 Posts: 7
    Hi, you can also add me...I'm 55...My Fitness Pal is my new freedom 55!
  • mccloss
    mccloss Posts: 3 Member
    Hi ! Im new! My kids are all doing this and love it...I am 57....please add me.
  • AmyMgetsfit
    AmyMgetsfit Posts: 636 Member
    Hi, I just came back to MFP a month ago. I joined a year ago and lost my mojo after a month and quit. I am even more determined this time around. I just turned 58.
  • penguinlally
    penguinlally Posts: 331 Member
    ++++++++Hi - I just turned 57 last week ---been on MFP close to 400 days and LOVE IT! Best decision I have made in forever! Welcome to a wonderful site with amazing people. Feel free to add me.
  • acogg
    acogg Posts: 1,870 Member
    52 here. Lots of us over fifties on here with amazing stories. We are younger and more capeable than we give ourselves credit. Lots of drive and energy still left!
  • 22bizzy
    22bizzy Posts: 3
    That would be me, too! I'm 57, and this is my second round with mfp. I have a smart phone now with the mfp app, and that is helping a lot :)
  • jeen57
    jeen57 Posts: 3
    Hi everyone,

    I am also a 50 +er and happy to see some people my age actively participating. I have tried some other sites like this but got a new laptop and decided to join MFP. I am ready to get toned up for summer.

    jeen57
  • FitB4IRetire
    FitB4IRetire Posts: 8 Member
    Hello,
    I will be 51 in a couple of months and joined MFP in January.
    About 5yrs ago I was on WW and lost 45lbs but it crept back on
    I am finding it harder this time to lose but am determined to make it work.

    I am on here everyday so If anyone wants to add me, please do.
  • emileesgram
    emileesgram Posts: 141 Member
    I'm 57 and have reached my weight goal after 15 months of hard work and exercise. I have lost over 40 lbs. I would love to offer encouragement and support! Feel free to add me. I love hearing other stories.
    Lynne
  • farway
    farway Posts: 1,264 Member
    I am real old codger, 70 in April, I log in daily, live near Portsmouth [[UK] feel free to add me
  • KeithChanning
    KeithChanning Posts: 202 Member
    Over 60, too, and always here. Feel free to friend me
  • suewestcountry
    suewestcountry Posts: 35 Member
    Im over 60 Iv lost 20lbs feel free anyone to add me as I need the encouragement
  • fresh_start59
    fresh_start59 Posts: 590 Member
    I am 53 but feel like 73. I am morbidly obese and tire quickly during exercise.

    My goal is to feel like I'm 33, have a high "normal" (or low "overweight) BMI and develop a love (or at least like) for exercise.
  • Karen_8992
    Karen_8992 Posts: 29 Member
    I am what I consider 50+some extra years of experience! LOL!

    I am very motivated and ready to be successful as well as support others!

    Let's do this!!!!:happy:
  • gerrie28
    gerrie28 Posts: 4 Member
    I am over 50.........56 on my way to 57 in about 25 days......feel free to add me also. The more friends the better. Its kinda hard to do alone.
  • sandytagain
    sandytagain Posts: 8
    Here I am...58 and holding :) I need to lose about 125 pounds. I set a reasonable goal for 50 pounds by September 1st. I am vegetarian...no red meat or chicken...just fish and eggs, some dairy like feta. Today I pre-made lasagna using no bake noodles, veggie crumbles (lite life), tofu pressed dry and crumbled mixed with some chopped onions, salt, pepper, and chopped spinach, and Trader Joe's rustic spaghetti saufce. The tofu acts as a ricotti cheese if you will. My husband is vegan so I have to come up with ways to substitite cheese. This works wonderfully and it gives the dish a lot of protein and stuff. All I have to do now is throw it in the oven and bake it for about 40 minutes and taken take off the foil and sprinkle some vegan mozerella cheese I get fromTrader Joe's on top and I'm ready to serve with a salad :)
  • shelbygt350h
    shelbygt350h Posts: 12
    Hi...I will be 54 in June...also have back and neck injuries plus thyroid problems...so I understand how difficult it can be to lose weight. It looks like your body may have a sugar addiction !! All you have to do is stop eating foods with sugar in them (usually 4 days is the hard part) and your cravings will stop & you will be losing weight consistently. I can lose with my daily calories ranging between 500-800. I maintain on 800-1500. I am going to the gym and building more muscle, which in turn will allow me to eat more down the road and hopefully help out a little more with my chronic pain !! I eat large quantities of food to satisfy me...but the food items I choose are very low cal & lean protein. When I get Hungary I will fill up on lemon water or I mix Silk Unsweetened Almond milk or So unsweetened Coconut Milk with water (usually 1/4c. then fill with water). If you like mushrooms, onions, garlic cloves (they come all peeled in plastic jars), fresh boiled beets, kale, and beet greens, this is a very satisfying large plate dinner !! Just add 4oz. of ground chicken, or ground turkey...and you will lose wt !! I also use coconut spray instead of the heavy oils, which are also high calorie ! (I do use a tsp. of Wegmans Basting Oil @ times though ! From three years ago till now...I've kept off about 50lbs....the last 1 1/2 years I gained 15 back, and decided there was no way I was going to gain it back !! So I was able to lose the 15lb. in 6 weeks ! It can be done...NO SUGARS...NO ADDED SALT !! You have to set your mind to it...and get your house prepared ! GOOD LUCK !!
  • sunryse00
    sunryse00 Posts: 36 Member
    I'm 53. I'm doing very low carb, 20 or less. Anyone can add me, and my dairy is open...although I've only been doing it for two days. . I'd love to have some new friends.
  • Anthea1948
    Anthea1948 Posts: 1
    Hi. I'm well over fifty - 65 to be exact. My daughter uses MFP so I thought I'd give it a go. I have systemic rheumatoid disease plus various other health issues and exercise is a no-no for me, I'm afraid, which means my daily calorie intake is down to 1200. I've got a sweet tooth, so it's going to be hard keeping to that, but I'll give it a go.
    Anthea
  • dietonthego
    dietonthego Posts: 87 Member
    Yes you may friend me. I am 51 and just started two weeks. Looking for a friend to help me along the way. Good luck, Maryann
  • Karen2358
    Karen2358 Posts: 20
    54 here and working with a low glycemic plan - thyroid issues, fibromyalgia, and back problems make it that much harder, but I know this can be done. Anyone is welcome to add me as a friend - for me, accountability is my biggest weight loss tool here on MFP!
  • lesspaul
    lesspaul Posts: 190 Member
    55, and have some health issues as well. But so far so good.
  • janbez
    janbez Posts: 37 Member
    I'm going back through the thread to add 50 + folks. Birds of a feather... You know what I mean?
  • slim4life9112013
    slim4life9112013 Posts: 15
    I'm over 50 but holding onto 29 till the end; newbie and always looking for support; feel free to add me:smile:
  • Healthydiner65
    Healthydiner65 Posts: 1,552 Member
    I am 60 and here every day to give and receive support. Anyone can add me if you eat at least 1200 calories per day, exercise and have an open food diary.Good luck!
  • kaseynaves
    kaseynaves Posts: 5 Member
    over fifty, some same issues, in a fitness challenge, learning my way around site makin friends,
    from florida need to lose 200pds

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