Hi, I'm new here. bought a new phone and found myfitnesspal app. I am 46 with three grown boys and began at about 80lbs over weight. I began with something called my plate but, it takes to long to log in. I am looking for support as my husband doesn't really care how much he or I weigh. He believes we should enjoy live until we die.. Personally, I feel heavy and it gets in the way of enjoying food and living. Example: I like good french fries. I eat them and I know it is not good for me so then I feel bad. I have spent three years working toward my current fitness level and it is not that awesome. I am only able to work out when my body lets me. i get fatigued easily and I eat emotionally. Breaking bad habits now and feeling some what empowered. Example: I went form three 20 oz. Pepsi's a day for 15 plus years to no pepsi at all. portion resizing in another one. I have never eaten slowly and now I am learning to do this. I intend to make a lifetime goal of keeping fit and within a certain weight level (once I reach it) for the rest of my life. Hoping to maintain this focus. I'm not good at that.

Hi,
New to the group and wanted to stop in an say Hi! I'm 46 and have about 7 more lbs. to go till I reach my goal (lost 12.5 so far). Very slow going, so I need all the friends and inspiration I can get : )
Karen

Hiya I'm Lizzy, 43, new to the group. I'm looking to lose between 3 stone. I'm a total comfort eater but trying to change my ways. I've tried many diets, slimming clubs, miracle pills etc but never stuck to anything. Some weeks I would lose 2 pounds but put it back on the next week. I've lost 6 pounds so far and I've exercised on a regular basis this time. I'm looking forward to making new friends and finally losing this excess weight xx

Hello ladies, my name is Marie, I'm 42 years old and joined MFP on Thursday. I have to say the Food Diary has been a bit of an eye opener. Anyway I'm hoping that this site is going to help me get back to fitness as I've gradually succumbed to the dreaded middle age spread (even if I'm still 26 in my head). I've got my first session with a personal trainer tomorrow so hopefully this won't be my first and last posting. Wish me luck!

Hey there. I'm Jen and I am 39 right now, but I will be 40 in January. (I hope I can still be a part of this group). I have four kids ages 15, 12, and 7 year old twins. I am right now fighting for health and am about to have back surgery. I lost about 39 lbs last year but have gained back 15 since finding out that I have a bulging disk. My surgery is set for Sept. 3 and after that, I just really want to concentrate on being strong and healthy, and taking that 15 lbs. back off.

I would love to make some friends here, especially women with kids.

Jen

Hi, I am new to the group and looking for support and encouragement on this weight loss journey. I have two kids whom are now young adults with activities of their own. I have struggled with my weight for about 18 years now. I am 42 and want to end this struggle I've had and take control of my health and weight. I am a full time nursing student and I find it really hard during the semester to stick with any type of program..(stress makes me want to eat, and being tired makes me think of excuses not to exercise) Doing it alone is hard and am hoping to make some friends here for support and encouragement.

Hi everyone. I have been on MFP for a few but am getting more into the social aspect of it. I will be 46 soon. I've lost 29 lbs - the last 9 with the help of MFP. I've just started the 16:8 IF (Intermittent fasting/feeding) way of eating - its just day 2 so I cannot really give an opinion yet. I'm also learning to eat for nourishment instead of enjoyment.

I have a busy job and a son with a busy athletic schedule so planning my meals is taking a bit of time but is worth it. Of course, I am like everyone else - life gets in the way but we do the best we can.

Thanks :happy:

Hi all- I am Stacy.. about to turn 46. I started MFP in 2008 and did it off and on for a few years w/ great results. Over the past 3 years, I became a full time wedding and lifestyle photographer which meant my 3-4 times a week tennis "career" came to an end. 6 months ago, I started my 4-5 mile walk/runs again but after 4 months I had ZERO results. I actually think I got fatter... I am 5'1" and around 158-160..usually at 140 I am pretty happy because I am a size 6 or 8 and feel good...right now I am pushing my 10's to the limit...and not feeling great. SO...here I am...I have to monitor my food... eating blindly in front of a computer screen while editing photo sessions isn't going to get it any more. I am also a Mom of 4 and still homeschooling the 15 and 18 year old... Thank you for your support!!!!!

Hello Y'all

My name is Patricia and I am from Houston Texas. I've had some success here. I have been battling my weight all my life. My health has been bad for 20+ years. I have had numerous operations. Too many to name. No, husband or significant others. I really love to lose more weight and gain the confidence I need to go out and date. I have not been on a date in a really long time. Anyway I know I can encourage you with your challenges as you encourage me.

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hi all,
Just joined, well a week ago and getting worked up into a new healthier life style. I've lost 3lbs so far and since my birthday was in there too I am pretty happy with that for the first week. I've taken up cycling 5 days a week. Looking for those on a similiar path. I have 100lbs + to lose and I hope to do it this time. I am homing mfp can get me through a wedding and the holidays without sliding back into a gaining mode. I am 44 and work part time, I sing in a choir, and I work for a pac. I've one adult child and getting married Oct 30th.. a late start to lose some weight for the honeymoon but never too late! According to the tracker I'll be down 25 by then.. hooorah!! Lets make that hapen.

New to the group, I am Jennifer and I need to lose 95lbs. Looking for friends, who can support me.. Cause it's not coming off without a fight! I am very active and workout a lot.

Hi, I'm 42 and I am the mommy of a 5-year-old and 21 month-old. I still weigh as much as my pregnancy weight and wear my maternity clothes. My goals is 30 pounds in 6 months, hence 30 by 214 (214 refers to February 14th-- Valentine's Day!).

Hi there ladies! I am new here as well. I am a 40 year old mother of 1. My son is 6 years old and the love of my life! I am happy to be joining a group of ladies that may have the same type of metabolism issues I have being 40. I just don't lose like I used to! LOL

Hi everyone I am Sherry. I am 49yo, married with grown children. I have been oerweight most of my adult life and been on many diets over the years. I am on a quest to get healthy and stay that way for the rest of my life instead of focusing on the number of the scale. I have so far lost about 77 pounds and still have more to loose but am working on it.

Hi Everyone,
My name is Frances, I am 49 and like Helen, I have been struggling with my weight all my life. Now having gone through menopause this year it is more crucial than ever to not give up. I need to lose 20kg but I will settle for 10kg to start with.
I have an 8 yrs old boy..(yeah.. I started late). I would like to give him a good role model. I exercise regularly and hope to acheive my 10kgs goal by end of December this year.
Good luck and see you around every one.