Hi, I am a 43 year old wife and mother of 2. I started us ing mfp in September and have lost about 25 lbs and still have 15 to 20 lbs to reach my goal. I think this group is just what I need to keep me focused. I am excited to to be here and look forward to sharing our journey's.

I will be celebrating my 47th birthday in early February with at least 50lbs to lose. I am ready to get back into the swing and make this happen...Over the next 3 years, I wish to enter my 50th on my BEST game. I look forward to meeting lots of you and traveling this path together. May we offer each other the strength and encouragement needed to reach our goals...thanks for being here!

I'm 45 and have allowed 50lbs to creep their was onto my body. Took this pic this morning as a motivation factor. I will use this tool daily. How in the world does time and fitness get away from you?

Hi! I'll be 40 in 6 months. I have two boys (4 and 5). I've got a nutty work schedule and home life but need to get rid of at least 20 lbs (but goal is 35). I hope I can stick to this.

Hello Ladies, My name is Karen. I love running, body pump and overall fitness. Most of all: I love good food, wine and great friends. These activities result in a roller coaster of weight loss. I am on the upswing right now and could use some advice and encouragement to help me lose 10 lbs. This seems like a the best site for me. I am 43, married, have an 8 year old and a full time job. I am a squeeze it in time of girl. ....hope you can relate.

Hi my name is Jolee I am going to be 40 in october, I have 2 kids and I a struggling with losing 20 lbs. I feel like I have been on this journey for almost 5 years since having my daughter. Ever since I turned 35 weight loss has been challenging, now I am turning 40 I want to be fit and fabulous.

Hello Ladies,

My name is Tracy and I will be 45 in March. I am new to this group and joined myfitnesspal back in Oct 2012. I had lost 40 pounds and than started a new job and the holidays came around and before I knew it I put almost half the weight back on. I have 2 children, 13 and 9. I want to try to keep up with their energy since my husband and I started having children in our 30's. I am looking for support from all you fabulous ladies who are the same journey as I am. To be fit and healthy and feel like we are in our 20's because 40 is the new 20!

Hello. I'm 43 teal old wife and mom of 3. I am new to this group and to my fitness pal. I started once before but didn't really get into it. I'm really hoping to stick with it. I am looking for support and to make friends online with people so we can support each other. I feel weak now but want to eventually feel like I can offer support to others as well.

Thank you

Hi. My name is Sue and I am a returner to MFP. I will be 45 next month. I am a nurse, wife and mother of 2 adult children. I originally tried my fitness pal in 2009 and dropped off after a bit. I am heavier now than I was originally so I need to get down 9 lbs to get back to when I originally joined and am on my way with a 3.6 weight loss the first week. My job is pretty sedentary taking referrals for a Home Care agency so I need to jump on to an exercise routine as soon as my ankle heals as I twisted it trying to miss some icy snow last week. One of my worst faults is I love chocolate but I had a little too much over Christmas and am good to go again. I do get my chocolate 2 days a week in a protein shake hoping that will keep the cravings curved.

I look forward to the journey and hope to keep going this time to get to a weight that I am comfortable with, have more energy and would love to try some hiking (when the snow stays away)!

Hi I am Becky. I am 48 and just started using My Fitness Pal a few days ago. I was at my ideal weight until a few years ago. I had a partial thyroid removal when I was 19 years old and did fine on thyroid replacement until 2010. My parathyroids finally started giving out and I have gained 45 pounds while trying to get my meds straightened out. FInally I feel like I am back on track so it's time to get rid of these extra pounds. I am doing pretty good so far for my first week. It is even more of a struggle since I am a financial manager and sit at my desk for long periods of time without much exercise during the day. So far I have gone over my limits a couple of days but not too much. My 16 year old son's favorite cereal is not my friend so I am headed to Target tonight for a new breakfast menu. I have already determined my first menu change! I am excited to have you all here with me for motivation and friendship. I am determined to do this right and make it a lifetime committment to eat healthy!

Becky

Hi from Toronto! I'm a single mom of a great 16 year old. 45. With 40 lbs to lose. Beginning arthritis in knees and elbows. Looking to get back into shape and take the stress off my knees. Also want to get into eating clean, whole foods. Love logging my calories, it's my second week here. Love the spirit and energy of the members! Cheers!!

Hi I'm Gina. I'm 41, wife and mom to two boys ages 6 and 10. I work full time as a marketing manager and my husband is a firefighter. We have a crazy schedule between the kids' activities and my husband's 24-hour work shifts, so following a consistent workout schedule is impossible for me. I've stopped and started many times - and now find myself carrying around about 30 extra pounds. I have tried many different diets I think I may have destroyed my metabolism! Looking to get back on track with a realistic weight loss plan that includes eating right and exercising. I've been using My Fitness Pal for a week and like it so far!

Hi all,

I turn 40 in six weeks and just joined this group. I've been a MFP regular for 2 years and have lost about 25 pounds. I'm 5'4" and my starting weight was about 162 and I'm about 136 now. I'd like to lose another 5 lbs or so and/or decrease percent body fat. I'm married with one son (6th grade) and work in a natural resources-related field. I love to be outside, though this Minnesota winter is challenging. I'm originally from southern Illinois but have lived in several states.

I typically go to the gym 2 to 3 times a week, but if I'm active in other ways I don't stress about skipping the gym. I like to use the elliptical, arc trainer and weight machines. However walking outside is my main activity, at least when it's nice outside. My general food philosophy is to eat more healthy stuff and less junk.

I'm looking for new friends for renewed motivation, so feel free to send me a friend request.

Hi..

I am new to the group. I had started my journey but life came crashing in on me so now I have decided to step up to the plate again today. I am 46 yrs. old with 5 amazing kids (2 my own and 3 step-children). I work 50+ hours a week, take care of my family and try to squeeze in excercise. Right now I am so frustrated because I am seeing changes to my body, skin and hair that are all of sign of age but I don't want to give in. I am looking to talk with women that are going through the same things as I am that might have some advice, thoughts or to keep me smiling!

Hello, I am new to the group. I have 4 kids, 24, 20, 18 and 13. I love them all dearly, but it is time for me. My 13 year old still lives with me and is extremely active. I want to lose some of the baggage so I can keep up with his active life, mine and my husband's. I will be 43 in a few weeks and have a 25 high school reunion coming up this summer. I have lost 21 lbs since Sept, but I need to lose a total of 65 lbs to be back down to a health weight. I want to feel better for me. Losing weight will help with my high blood pressure and diabetes as well as give me more energy. I am excited for the new start.. I want to move to a new me. Let's get it done and LIVE!!! :bigsmile: