Any 50 somethings out there?

I will be 53 in June, and I started MFP in October of 2013. I do WW points too (not a WW member, though). I did the old point system about 12 years ago and lost 70 pounds, so I can definitely say that you can lose weight with WW. With MFP, however, I can track things that I really want to keep an eye on: sodium and sugar intake.

I kept it off for about 3-4 years, then my family relocated to another state. My routine was broken, and I slipped back into my old ways. Gained all of the weight back + about 25 more. Around the time I turned 50, my body began rebelling--and I just didn't feel that great.

My main motivation for starting my weight loss this time was health, not vanity. I just wanted to feel good again and not be on so many meds (high blood pressure, cholesterol, asthma). So far, I haven't be able to decrease or get off any meds, but I can say I definitely feel MUCH better. I was surprised that within several weeks, I could tell a big difference, even when my weight loss wasn't all that much.

In January, I started doing some of Leslie Sansone's "Walk at Home" videos. Within a couple of weeks, I began seeing a definite change in my body. Although I still have quite a bit to lose, the fat looks better because it's sitting on toned muscle!!

Stick with the program, it's worth it!!!! You'll feel a whole lot better if you adopt a healthier lifestyle.

50+ Rocks!

I turn 51 in June and have battled my weight my entire life. I can relate to most of what everyone has posted thus far. I lost 100 pound about 12 years ago and have yo-yo 20-25 pounds since. I have reached my goal weight twice, it but only for a short period of time. It's so FRUSTRATING!!! I am married to a wonderful man who has never had a weight issue in his life. He is so darn skinny it makes me MAD! lol He can eat and drink whatever he wants and never gains a pound. I have to log every bite and workout. The reality of it is ... Life isn't fair and that's that.
I too have tried WW ... several times and just never found it to be helpful for me. I am giving myself 30 days to lose 10-12 pounds. I have promised myself to ... log daily, workout 5 days a week and no negative self talk. If I don't reach my goal I may join LA Weight Loss or Nutri System. We too are empty nester's and I have decided it's my time to take care of me. I am looking forward to summer; camping, swimming, ridding our Harley's and having fun. I need all the support I can get and I'm happy to give it! Life is good and it's time to start living!

Hello, I'm Kathy and I have been on MFP for a few years but really have not been consistent in logging nor have I used all the resources that seem to be available on the site. I still don't really get how the boards work?? Are there chats or do you just keep coming back to the boards and see if anything has been posted? I am 53 and have about 30lbs to loose. I had lost about 20 of that on The Biggest Loser site and kept it off for a few years but it has gradually crept back. I really need to loose this weight (yet again) mainly for health reasons....mental and physical!! Haa haa!! Physical really goes without saying. I want to be healthy and able to stay active for my husband, my children, my future grandchildren and mainly for myself. Mental in the sense that I feel sooo much better in so many different ways when I am at a more healthy weight. I have so much more energy, feel younger, feel more confident, feel prettier and the list goes on. I really am trying not to be down on myself but I am really disappointed I allowed myself to get back to this point. I never thought I be here again. I am 5'2" and I can really feel and see the weight. I'm looking for motivation and drive and accountability!! Please feel free to add me as a friend and hopefully we can help motivate one another.

Hi Tanya,

I'm 55 going on 56 and have been using MFP (on and off) for more than 6 years. I lost 8 Kgs the first time I joined MFP and have been staying within the range of my BMI (Body Mass Index) since. I usually get back to using MFP when I gain 2Kgs or more after a business trip or vacation. I'm not only using it to control my weight but also my blood cholesterol and sugar levels.

The key is dilligently keying in the food and drinks I've taken and excercising everyday. While reducing what I need to reduce, I try to make sure I'm not deficient on the other nutrients.

I know you can do it! Make a small step everyday! Reduce your carbs and fats intake everyday, little by little, and start excersizing everyday, little by little!

Regards,
Yoseph

HI I am 55+ and need to lose 50 lbs. I have so many, many reasons to lose the wait but find I lose my modification very quickly. I am attempting to do self analysis on what is stopping me from staying focused and determined. I have tried WW a couple times and have been on this site on and off for the last year or so. I am hoping by joining the community posts I will remain focused and determined.

My name is Pamela and will be 51 on Ground Hogs Day. Need to lose weight to hopefully help ease fibromyalgia pain, lower BP and cholesterol. I live in Oklahoma. Just checking to see if this group is still active and if there are new friends to be made as well.

Hi. I just joined on the 31st of December. I just turned 55 last weekend. I've been an empty nester for quite a few years and divorced since 2013. I need to lose 65 lbs. And as of this morning I am down 4.2 of course its all water weight but a pound is a pound. I think the key for me is to pre-track. I plan the night before what I want for breakfast and lunch. Sometimes I will know that I want chicken or pork for dinner but not sure what I want to go with it so I will at least enter my main dish then when I decide what I want for side I can enter later. It allows me flexibility with dinner....my favorite meal of the day! It can be difficult cooking for just one though. Most recipes serve 4. I can separate all the servings and refrigerate or freeze but sometimes its so tempting to eat 2servings. I live in northern NY state so going out for a walk in the winter is not the easiest thing to do depending on how much snow, cold or wind we are getting. I have a Yoga DVD that I am going to start using and an eliptical that I need to dust off. Enjoy your journey!

Hi, another 50 something here. Just turned 55 actually. I've been on MFP for a while. I have successes and failures. 2014 was a bad year for me. I'm looking to turn that around this year. I have 100+ lbs to lose. I've set a goal to lose 20 by Easter. Looking forward to receiving your friend requests:)

I'm 53 and just joined. I've gained nearly 30# in the past 3 1/2 years, and I've got to get rid of it. I like walking, vegan recipes, figuring out how to feel better at an age where aches and pains and weight gain seem to be the new norm. Any and all can friend me. I noticed on my first day here that I didn't cheat or give up (as I did once before when I tried this) because someone had friended me, and I didn't want to let her down!