Greetings,

I will be 39 by June this year. That gives me only a year to get my sexy back as I head into my 40’s.
I still have tummy pudge 6 years after last of two children.
Today: 190 pounds. goal: about 160 to 165 pounds
Clothing: US 14 Goal: US size 12 or 10 (Healthy with curves)!

Don't let the scale get you down, especially if you are really active .... One of my good friends and I weigh exactly the same. I work out 5-6 days a week and she does not. I am 2 sizes smaller than her and the same height and weight. You can't get caught up in the numbers (easy for me to say) I like to take measurements or use a pair of jeans as a barometer for how I am doing because when I am really fit I am heavier. Hopefully that make sense

HI Everyone

I am 43 and just finished my college diploma while working full-time so I managed to gain 25 lbs in 2 years because I sat on my butt for most of the day behind a desk. I have the summer off before I start University in Sept and I would like to lose this weight and have some healthy habits formed so that I don't gain this weight again. In two years I want to turn 46 with a degree and in my best shape ever, but for starters I would like to get off this excess weight so that I don't have to buy a brand new wardrobe. If anyone wants to add me as a friend go ahead it would be great to have the support of people in my age group.

Cheers,

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Happy to join a goup!! Looking for support and motivation.
I have hit the "bottom" and I need to make my way up to the top!! One day at a time - I've got this!!
My name is Kim - I just turned 41. I quit smoking in November - and have slowly been gaining weight ever since. I figure if I can quit smoking - I CAN do anything!! I would love to have more fitness friends!!
You can find me at teacherswife2.

Happy Day All!!

I turned 40 and finally got sick and tired of hating the way I look. Before I started my diet at the end of March, there wasn't an hour that went by that I didn't think about being fat. I put pillows over my stomach to hide myself when I sat on the couch. I wore gigantic chunky jewelry in the hopes of distracting others from looking at my huge body. I put myself in charge of taking pictures at family gatherings so I didn't have to be in them. I ate whatever I wanted whenever I wanted, and never felt full. I started to think that I'd turn into a goldfish... Eating and eating until my stomach eventually exploded.

I'm still a mess, but I'm feeling a lot more in control now. I've dropped 16 pounds, and with every loss I feel more motivated to keep going. When I look in the mirror now, I see more than just the fat. I see my body changing in a good way, and I feel like I've finally stopped my slow crawl towards being buried in a piano coffin.

Every day, it's still hard. And the days where the scale doesn't move, I feel like giving up. But I don't. And I won't. 16 pounds down, 50 to go.

Hello I am new here. I am a mother of 3 and live in Maine. I have been up and down the scales throughout my 42 years and want to head back down the scale. I have a great life, great job, great kids, great man in my life, but I am always tired and want feel comfortable in people clothes not just scrubs and lounge pants. Some else on here said "I want my sexy back." I am at that point too I want my sexy back. I love my curves, I am not looking to rid everything just the rolls to tone and breathe easier to be able to enjoy hiking, biking, and to put swimming back on the summer fun list. Looking for others that Want Their Sexy Back, want to be honest and accountable for successful weight loss, motivation, support and laughs.

Hi, new here to the group. I'm 49 and my goal is 50 by 50. I've been working very hard and have lost 23# so far and feeling great. I'm sure this is the time I always give up so looking for that extra encouragement now. Great to know there is so many "fabulous" ladies out there!

Hello,
I am mother of 4 adults and 3 grand s, my ideal goal is to be in shape, fab and healthy.

hi, 46 year old living in london.

only joined this site in january on the recommendation of a friend and working really hard to get to where i want to be

you can see from my ticker my progress and that makes me happy

thank you :-)

calorie counting, no alcohol and lots of exercise, at least 6 hours a week in the gym and daily walking. i don't eat all my exercise calories but still indulge in little treats, but it is little treats. i hit my 4 month milestone next tuesday and hopefully my 5 stone goal as well

Hello New Friends! I've been doing MFP for a couple of weeks now, I also use a Fitbit One to help track my steps and activity. I am a 40 year old married mother of two kids (16 and 12) and I am sick and tired of feeling the way I have. I want to get thinner, I don't want to be so achy all the time, I want to fit in my old clothes, and I don't want to feel uncomfortable in everything I put on, I'm down a few pounds so far (my next weigh in will be tomorrow) I have a hard time losing weight because I have to take Prednisone daily for Lupus, and that does not help with weight loss at all. But I am bound and determined, I will do this for me. I am trying to work out at least 5 days a week for at least 45minutes a time. Feel free to add me as a new friend, I could use all the support I can get.

New to the group. Got MFP app on my phone and had no idea the site had so much more to offer! I'm restarting my weight loss efforts for many reasons.
43 year old mom of 3.

Hi everyone! I am 42, and have lost 50 lbs and have about 100 lbs still to go! Lost most of it on WW, but then stalled. Just got back to getting the rest off, and started JMBR 6 weeks ago after never really exercising before. Also just started on MFP seriously, logging every day. Look forward to encouraging others on here, and hoping this can keep me motivated to stay on track!

Hi Everyone!!

My name is Suzanne, I am 42 and Mom to 5 great kids (2 girls ages 20 & 16, 2 boys ages 14 & 12, and Baby girl age 2). My 1st husband and I divorced 8 years ago. 7 years ago I met a wonderful man who is my best friend and we married 5 years ago.

Since my divorce I put on quite a bit of weight and was 250# (11/2012) at my most and I am only 5'1". I was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia in October 2012 and have all the test done, but was unhappy with my Dr. I changed to a different surgeon who told me that he would rather me lose weight before he will do surgery. Before sending me out of the office he gave me the information I needed to get on track and didn't leave me to figure it out on my own. I am on a high protien/ low carb diet until I see him again in August. I have lost about 7# over the past week and walking 1-2 miles a day. I am starting to feel better about me, I am still having symptoms if I dont' take my medicine, but at least I know that if I do have the surgery I will be in a much healthier state for recovery.

We all tend to feel like we are the only person with this weight battle, so it is great knowing that we can all support each other in our weighloss quest.

Hi there. I'm new to the group. I am a 46 y/o mother of two children who has been struggling with weight loss for several years. I have tried many diet gimmicks, lost weight, and have gained it back. I used My Fitness Pal before, but did not join any groups nor had any support. My Fitness Pal is an excellent tool because I like the fact that it not only monitors my caloric intake, but also my carb, fat, sugar, etc. intake. My reality check came this morning when I finally mustered up the courage to get on the scale. I was shocked and surprised and feel like crying. I am at my all time heaviest so here I am. I look forward to interacting with others and plan to weigh in, which I was not doing before.