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40+ and fighting the good fight
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48 here.... And did someone say carbs and sweets??? Where?? Yep, it's a struggle. Feel free to add me - any of the 40+ posters!0
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Hi! I am turning 45 years old in October. I got a child with 39 years old and I gained a lot of weight then (around 20 kg). I have been struggling to get my old weight back, which I kept almost all my life (except another period of 2/3 years when I had my 1st child). So, I have been constantly on diet for more than 5 years. This time I want to achieve my goal and maintain the weight. It is so hard after 40s. I think keeping the weight gets harder: 20s is easy, 30s you need to be careful, 40s you really have to fight. 50s? I was told it is extremely hard.
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How funny, I was going to create a 40s+ thread! I'm 40 and have 28 pounds more to lose. I'm married, have 4 kids and post daily. I'm exercising 6-8 hours per week and love it. I'm gonna do it this time!
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I'm 46 and it is definitely a whole different ball game to manage your weight and health as you age. Glad for any 40+ friends to work through it together with0
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I get the same 'you don't need to lose weight' comments. It is not about the lbs on the scale, but about where my healthy zone is and I'm not there yet. Heading in the right direction and feel great compared to how I did about a year ago and don't want to go back there.0
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48 here.
I don't have 6 pack abs, but I probably have the flattest belly I've had in my life.... now if I were to get rid of my Moe's Chips and Vodka on the weekends I'm sure I could get there.... but do I want it THAT bad? LOL
Two young kids (4 and 6) A full time job, my own busines, a husband and 'life'. If I can do it, anyone can!
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I was certainly "Skinny fat" before. Its hard to lose when everyone says "Oh you look fine"..... it was my cholestoral numbers that said "You are NOT fine on the Inside!" I'm an older mom, I need to take care of myself and be here as long as possible for my kids. So, I'm changing!
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^^^ and after 1.5 years, my cholestoral went from 'dangerous' to 'ok' now working on 'great' ! ! !0
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44 and always willing to add new MFP friends for support (and TO support). Lost 15 lbs 2 years ago here but let it all creep back on. Trying AGAIN...0
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I'm a newbie here and I'm 41 yrs old. I want to lose 40 lbs. :blushing:1
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Hi all! My first day here. 42 years young and I've been successful in the past on Weight Watchers and also Livestrong (using myplate), BUT...I took a break from working out and counting calories, plus my thyroid has gone completely cuckoo this year (Graves Disease), so, due to the above reasons, I've put back on about 18 lbs that I'm ready to unload. I am excited about getting started again and look forward to chatting with everyone here!
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Getting closer to 50 than 40. In my mind I feel 30 though!
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Definitely add me. Im 44 and I totally agree...its so much harder than it use to be, but I am going to beat it lol0
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Just turned 45! As long as I log in my food on MFP and run I am holding my own.0
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I am 42 and have reached my goal!! I even feel better than I did in my 20's and 30's and look much better too. I do kickboxing and log everything I eat...while it may take a bit longer as we get older - it can be done so don't give up!!0
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You can add me, I am hitting 40 this year and need to lose 60 lbs. I thought to join WW but decided to try here on MFP. I just need to do it!0
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I'll turn 44 this year. I actually do feel better now than I did in my late 20s and early 30s. I lost the weight several years ago (in 2006) quick and easy, but it has been a struggle to keep it off. I stay active ... it's the eating! I joined MFP a year ago and lost 15 pretty quick, then another 10 pretty slow. Still have 15 or so to get to "goal" but I'd be happy with another 5 (just stay under 150 pounds). I started blogging about my journey and I think that has been helpful too (internet accountability).
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I'm a fellow fitness fanatic and sugar addict. Just turned 49 and proof positive that old guys can hang with the young bucks! Definitely add me!0
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I am totally with you!!! I turned 40 last November and *poof* added 10 pounds overnight it seemed. I struggle to get it off, I do spin classes and weight training, and have switched to low carbs. I am hoping all of that will help spark some weight loss! My ultimate goal is to lose 20 lbs. So yes add me please :-)0
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im 44 and want to drop the lbs too!...we can do it!!!!!!! being 40 isn't the end!0
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