Over 50s?

greenschoices
greenschoices Posts: 20
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Hi, my name is Susan. I'm 54 and still have 35lbs to go. I have been transforming now for almost 2 years. Is there any over 50s out there who would like to join me?
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  • SuMcP
    SuMcP Posts: 244 Member
    Hi Susan - I'm Su, 50 and like you have been working on being fitter, healthier and slinkier for about 2 years. Feel free to send me a friend request.
  • welshpoppy
    welshpoppy Posts: 114 Member
    I just reached 50 last week and have around 30lbs to lose
  • Duggie54
    Duggie54 Posts: 17 Member
    Hi Susan,

    I'm Doug. I'm 55 and have been at this since last November. I'm retired Air Force and let myself go after retiring in 2006. I've got around 30 pounds to go myself. I'm gonna shoot you a friend invite. I'm also in a group of people that are from 50 to 60 years old and there are a lot of good people in there.
  • nusiax
    nusiax Posts: 39 Member
    Hi Susan,

    I'm Rob, I am 52, and I am about to complete 3 months. I have 32KG left for my goal. would love to join you. I am currently live in the Netherlands.
  • jaynalawayna
    jaynalawayna Posts: 80 Member
    Hi Susan,

    I'm Jayna - turned 56 about a month ago. I also need to lose about 30 at this point. It is very slow going, and unfortunately my doctor had to switch my blood pressure medication on the 15th to eliminate my diuretic and I have gained 5 pounds. I try to log and move every day. It's always nice to have another friend on the journey.
  • blancokitty
    blancokitty Posts: 30 Member
    I am 52 I'll be your friend need encouragement !!
  • skjones0323
    skjones0323 Posts: 53 Member
    Hi, I;m Susan too and I'm 52. I have 60 something pounds to lose and could really use some more friends for motivation and support!
  • glennoxyoung
    glennoxyoung Posts: 33
    Hi! I'm Gillian - 55.5!! (years, not kilos!) I've had a wonderful 14 months so far with mfp. Have a look at my profile and feel free to add if you like. I like to exchange positive thoughts and encouragement.
  • Dilyn423
    Dilyn423 Posts: 27 Member
    Hello, I am Dianna -57-soon to be 58 years old. I have struggled with my weight most of my adult life. 3 weeks ago I had Lap Band surgery and so far it is going smoothly. Since April I have lost approx 26 lbs most of which has been in the last 4 weeks.
    I still have about 100 to go. I could use all the encouragement I can get. Please add me also.
    Thanks
  • Raney2
    Raney2 Posts: 17
    Hi,

    I just signed up here a couple days ago too. I just turned 59 and I've battled weight gain most of my life. Decided I could do this on my own without any surgery after reading all of the testimonies of people who've done the same.

    Last week I weighed in at 301 lbs, today I'm 293. Gotta a long way to go, but every single day counts. By next year this time--I know I'll look like a different person all together.

    Thanks to the wonderful people here who are such wonderful examples and testimonies of what you can do when you finally decided you've had enough of being limited in so many ways because of unhealthy excess weight.

    You will succeed,
    Hugs
    Raney
  • Verdenal
    Verdenal Posts: 625 Member
    I just turned 57. I've never been overweight, but at 106-108 pounds ( I'm 5' 2"), my weight is high for me. I'm also pear-shaped and as the years pass, I become even more of a disproportionate pear. I also haven't been exercising regularly, in part because of injuries and lack of motivation and access to a gym.
  • sharim1948
    sharim1948 Posts: 25
    Hi. I am way over 50 & 60, but have a new attitude about this loosing the weight. Slow at getting my head wrapped around it, but could use some motivation.
    Add me if I fit in....

    Sharon
  • dlb777
    dlb777 Posts: 13
    Add me in if appropriate, too! I think when we get into our 50s, we start feeling all those old sports injuries, have slower metabolisms, and have a different view about life than in our younger years. Am interested in others' weight loss experiences and mutual motivation/advice.
  • sharim1948
    sharim1948 Posts: 25
    So how is the Over 50's group doing?

    Sharon
  • treeb1
    treeb1 Posts: 3
    I'm 49. I'm just starting out. I hope i'm not too young. jejejeje i want to lose 30 lbs. I am very mature for my age. :)
  • sharim1948
    sharim1948 Posts: 25
    I don't see a problem with that....heheheh

    If you log your food, every bit of it (even a lick of a spoon) then you will do just fine. Then move, walk, run if you can, but just do it.
    Don't be afraid to reach out if you have problems or just need to vent. It is all good. And be sure to do body measurements...if your scale doesn't move it is a pretty sure bet that the inches will be moving.

    Welcome to the group

    Sharon
  • Luckee_me
    Luckee_me Posts: 1,425 Member
    Hi,
    I'm over 50 and still have 30+ pounds to lose.
    Good luck to you.
  • MrMike54
    MrMike54 Posts: 13 Member
    Hi Susan,

    I'd like to join you. I'm almost sixty (this month). Hope all is well.

    Mike
  • lessismoreohio
    lessismoreohio Posts: 910 Member
    Hi Susan,

    I turned 50 this year and I have about 45 pounds to lose. We can do this! Good luck and keep logging :)

    Doug
  • twowheelingwoman
    twowheelingwoman Posts: 4
    Just turned 50 glad to meet you
  • DianeinFL
    DianeinFL Posts: 20 Member
    im Diane, 51.8. I have about 20 pounds which I put on in the last year and a half. Happiness in a new relationship I attribute it too. Always looking for new friends.
  • StrongLife
    StrongLife Posts: 525 Member
    Hi, I'm Paul 52 and have been a member for almost 2 years. Am always looking to add friends over 50.
  • rosebette
    rosebette Posts: 1,659 Member
    Hi, I'm Rose, and I'm 55. I would like to lose 10 more lbs., but if I just maintain and recomp my body, I would be fine with that.
  • dauersmd
    dauersmd Posts: 7 Member
    Hi, I'm Shawn and am almost 54yo. Trying to lose 20 lbs and feels like I have been on diets my while life. I lose and gain. Never been able to maintain so now have weird mental thing about losing. I would love a weightloss buddy to keep me focused.
    Thanks and keep in touch. Do yo have an exercise routine?
  • aubaby
    aubaby Posts: 48 Member
    Hi, I am Pamela and I am 51 years young. I need to lose 15 pounds and get fit.
  • TexasLady
    TexasLady Posts: 10
    Hi Susan, I am 54 and am returning to MFP. I was successful with this program in 2008 but have lapsed with my weight over the last few years. So I am back! I intend to lose about 40lbs and am confident in my journey. Would love to have pals to encourage me and feel that team efforts work very positively.
  • TexasLady
    TexasLady Posts: 10
    Welcome Pamela!
  • phyllb
    phyllb Posts: 735 Member
    Hi all
    I'm Phyll, 56 yo, have been at this two months or so. My first goal is to move my BMI category. ...getting closer. My second goal is to run a 5k Mad Warrior dash as my fitness goal, I probably won't be able to do all the obstacles because of old injuries but I plan to have fun away
    Feel free to add me as a friend, any and all as long as you love dogs, life and internet strangers, just kidding:devil:
  • skinnyiwish2014
    skinnyiwish2014 Posts: 2 Member
    HI
    I am Lorna, I am 50 years old. I piled on weight after having my children then even more after I had a hysterectomy. I have struggled for years to get my weight down. Three years ago I decided to get fit and take on some challenges to raise money for cancer charities. I did the Blenheim Triathlon, you would think all the training would help with my weight loss but it didn't. Last year I ran a marathon still no weight loss. This year I walked100km from London to Brighton and again no weight loss. So now my challenge is to get my weight down and maintain my fitness levels.
    would love to have some support and to give support to others.
  • rollng_thundr
    rollng_thundr Posts: 634 Member
    Joined the 50 club this year (where did it all go???!!!).

    Ya... I'm in.. 50 is the new 30!

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