All right, enough is enough ...

Here I am - a myfitnesspal virgin. I'm going on 55 and have had a lot of changes in my life over the past couple of years. I've always struggled with my weight and am finally getting a handle on it, but need more of a "nudge". I was married 32 years and lost my husband very suddenly two years ago. I learned a lot from his death - the most important being that you never know when your time is up and if you keep saying those famous words: "When I have time, I'm gonna ...". You just may learn that you foolishly let that time go. So, my favorite quote right now is "Don't let the music die within you". Get going, girl! Start checking off those things on your things to do list. A year ago I started hiking, kayaking, camping and the scariest thing of all - dating again. I have learned that I really do like hiking and LOVE kayaking and have found a wonderful man who enjoys the same thing. And guess what - he's younger than I am and BOY is that a boost for my ego. But even though I'm active and thought I knew how to eat healthy - I have so much to learn.

I love this site but am pretty dissatisfied with the Exercise categories. Where are the simple things like walking, jogging ... How many calories can you burn when you walk at a moderate pace for 30 minutes? Anyone have information out there?

Well, I wish everyone good luck - keep going and start checking off the things you want to do before it's too late. :flowerforyou:

Thanks for your help. I guess I wasn't looking closely enough.

Thanks everyone for the good information. Neverbeenskinny - get out there girl. Life is good, but it's really good when you have someone to share it with. It's like riding a bike ...