Anyone turning 60 in the next year?

shari253
shari253 Posts: 202
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Hi Friends!

Last January when I turned 59 I came up with a big plan to lose one pound a week for 52 weeks so I would be at a "normal" weight when I turned 60. I had been quite obese for over 20 years, so this was a monumental goal. I had a "This is it! Now or never!" feeling. It was time to come out of denial and finally get fit and healthy. I want to live to 100, so "My Last 40 Years" starts when I turn 60. I named this year "The Prequel," made a chart on excel, and started. I am very proud to say that in 38 weeks I have lost 38 pounds, so I am right on track. I have 15 lbs to go to hit the high end of "normal" on the BMI chart.

If this idea catches anyone else's fancy, I would love to have some company! I know I am 3/4 of the way through my "prequel," but I promise I will stick around and support you until you acheive your goal as well.

Shari

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  • jzimm45
    jzimm45 Posts: 1
    Congratulations on your weight loss!! I am in awe of the way you've done it - setting a reasonable goal, and keeping AT it!! I turned 60 in August of this year. JeanZ
  • Pamelaniamh
    Pamelaniamh Posts: 611 Member
    Congratulations :flowerforyou:

    What a great year for you with another 40 at least to enjoy and look forward to. :smile:

    At 55 I am also thinking I need to be in shape to enjoy my future.
  • shari253
    shari253 Posts: 202
    Thanks Pam and Jean! It is good to hear support as it is getting harder to lose the weight each week. Thanks! Feel free to friend me. shari

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