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Hi, I'm Deb from Sydney, Australia (waves)
I have just turned 46 and have 50kg to loose, I currently weigh 109 kg and hate the way I look. I'm single with no kids but my Dad does live with me and 3 spoiled cats.
I'm honest enough to admit that I want to loose weight to look sexy and I would love to find a boyfriend again, the last one was in 2008 and none of the great guys want a fat girlfriend.
I love food and hate exercise, hate getting all sweaty and gross but I know I have to do it so that I can get into sexy figure hugging clothes and not have to shop in big sized shops.
I'm going on a cruise in February 2016 and I am determined to be at my goal of 60 kg by then.0 -
Hello ladies,
This sounds like a great group, so glad i found it. I am 44yrs. old and I don't feel my age but i do have quite a bit of weight to get off. My goal is to build muscle, thats something i secretly have always wanted but never thought possible with my yoyo diets all my adult life. There have been lots of changes in my life and i've never felt happier and i know my goal is possible. Im so ready!
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Hi All.
I am Debbie (40) from Brisbane. I am a full-time university student, almost half way through psych undergrad. Exercise and being healthy is all new to me. My weight has yo-yoed for many years. I was 136kg at my heaviest and 80kg at my lightest in recent years. I have recently had a major nerve issue with my shoulder, that made me feel old beyond my years. I have been told that the only way to prevent relapse is to get strong and fit. I want my old healthy body back. To look good and feel good.
I have been single for many years and don't feel my weight is helping me find the calibre of man I want. Since starting my new fab fit life two weeks ago, I am exhausted but feeling better. This is going to be a long road, but a worthwhile investment in myself.
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Hi All
I'm a 41 year old married mum of two (daughter aged 7, son aged 5). I'm 5'5" and 13 stone (182lbs). I got a huge shock when I weighed myself and saw that my BMI was 30 which puts me into the obese category. I've gained 3 stone (42lbs) gradually over the last 4 years due to too much comfort eating, a love of red wine and not enough exercise. It stops here! I want to lose 3 stone (42lbs) and get back to my happy healthy weight of 10 stone (140lbs). I enjoy running but the extra weight has slowed me down & effected my endurance and I got into the habit of thinking 'well, I've had a run today so I can scoff a whole pizza, a bottle of wine & a tub of Ben & Jerry's'....which is not the case! I used to be a kickboxer but I gave it up a year ago when I became a mature student. Well, last night....I went back to class....and today, I'm sore as hell but really happy to be back in the saddle.
My husband was looking through some old photos the other day and found one of me from December 2010. I had just turned 38 and had given birth to my son 16 months before but I looked HOT!!!! I was dressed up for the kickboxing Christmas party....wearing a short (mid-thigh) tight sleeveless dress and knee high boots. I looked slim, fit, toned & happy. I looked like I could kick-*kitten*! I also looked about 28 years old with my glowing skin and long dark hair. I was probably at about 10 stone in that photo. My husband rarely comments on my weight but he showed me the photo and said 'You need to get back to this!' and he is totally right. He took some photos of me in a running bra & shorts (as my 'before' photos) and I looked old, fat & tired....with a huge belly, dull skin & greying hair.....I looked frumpy and older than my 41 years. How can this happen in less than 4 years? I want to get back to kick-*kitten*!!!! I'm GOING to get back to kick-*kitten*!!!
I'm about to start a new job (I've been a stay at home mum for 7.5 years, including the last year as a mature student studying an intensive science course) and it feels like a new beginning for every aspect of my life. I'm going to be an assistant physiotherapist so as a future health care professional and a mum I want to be a good example of health & fitness too.
So, here goes!!!!
Maria.0 -
sounds like you've made a fantastic start Maria :happy:0
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Thanks! Starting is easy.....it's keeping it going as a lifestyle change that's the tough bit. Day 4 of the new me and I'm already feeling much better. My hubby says he can see a difference too. Just hope I can stick with this!0
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Hi Ladies , I'm 49 in 4 weeks time and trying to lose at least 3 stone to get back to weight I was 4 years ago and a lot happier in myself .
I've started my journey to lose weight 3 weeks ago , but not seriously stuck to it or done any exercise and lost 8lbs , so over the weekend I've drawn up a plan of action and decided I have to do this or this time next year when I go on a Girls Holiday for my 50th Im going to be FAT !!!!!
Also the kick up the bum for me was I watched a documentary about women in the UK have the highest rate of Obesity in Europe, one very attractive lady who looked about a size 20 , mentioned when she met her partner she was a size 16 but she was still happily married and her husband loved her for her not her size , size didnt matter. I have been using the same phrase for a while now and when my husband was home I decided to ask him and to be honest , I needed to know , did he prefer me slimmer or did it not matter what size I was . Showing him photo's over me through the past 4 years . He did hesitate and then said I do prefer you to be slimmer but that doesn't mean I don't fancy you at present . So I told him about the programme and what the lady said and he said "yes I've heard you say that , so I suppose I've agreed with it " .
So not just for me I've decided to do it for my husband too , so he has an slimmer wife again.
Sorry if I have bored you ladies , just letting you know what the kick up the bum was for me to kick start my weigh loss
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Platinumbabe6 - Sounds like you & I have had a similar experience (see my earlier post)....gained weight over the last 4 years and need to lose 3 stone....also, hubby's who love us no matter what but finally admitted to preferring the slimmer version of us.
I've finally had enough - started the new me on 1st Sept....and have lost 5lbs since making the changes that were long overdue. Want to get the whole 3 stone off....really worried it could creep up to 4,5,6,etc stone to lose.
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Hey Everyone,
I am 46 years old and exhausted. I am mother to a 5 years old son and foster mom to two girls (2 and 4 years old). I am parenting solo. And, I am employed full time. All my time has been divided between the children, caseworkers, biological parents, doctor appointments and my job. I have been a member of the YMCA for over a year, but was I going to the gym???? Yes and No. My trips to the gym depend on how tired my children looked when I picked them up from daycare. While at home, my focus was bath time, quality time and bed time. "Me time? What is that???
I am finally ready. Xbox, the kettle bell and gym have become part of the team. I have been at this for 8 days so far and have actually started to lose a couple of pounds. Prayfully, I can lose 50 pounds by August 2015. I am not on any diet. I am a waterholic and I am using portion control for my meals.0 -
Hi all.
I'm 41 and started a ketogenic diet a little over three months ago. It's actually going really well. I'm making slow and steady progress.
Joined the group for support. My friends and family are supportive but not nearly as interested in diet talk as I am. ☺
My goal is to lose fat and gain lean muscle.
I live in the Netherlands, non practicing attorney, wife, mother of 3, grandmother of one. Trying to be patient with my progress.0 -
Hi everyone! My name is Barb and I'm 42. Like most here I have gained weight over the years. Between putting kids first and a Hashimotos diagnosis and lastly my hysterectomy, it just takes a good bit more effort than 20 years ago. I'm here for support and to cheer others as well. Nice to meet you guys! 0
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Hi folks!
I'm 48 and back at MFP after 2-3 years of really being careless with my health when the health of family members became compromised.
I'm happy that a group for us fabulous females exists and look forward to joining in on the discussion.
By the way, always looking for friends to share this experience with me. oxox0 -
I just turned 40.married for 23 years and have 2 children a son 21 and a daughter who just turned 19.Im new to MFP, but not to exercise and eating healthier.I have been on my journey 25 months. lost 17 lbs the first 3 months and then another 16 in the next 3-4 months for a total of 33 lbs.Then gained about half that back in the last 6-8 months. I have been working out and weight training and have hit a plateau. but I look and feel better now than I did in my 20s and 30s.
I have lost a LOT of fat and inches and now have a decent amount of muscle but still have a long way to go.I joined for support since no one in my household wants to be on this journey with me.I have some health issues and some of them have improved since I started getting fit(my RA is almost non existent-by that I mean I dont have any of the pain I did and I still dont need meds yet).my lung capacity has improved(asthma,but still on meds).Thats just a few things that have improved.0 -
Hi There! I'm 47 and looking for and to give some great motivation. I am not new to MFP, but I am ready to get back to it. After my hyster I gained 20lbs back. I most definitely want that gone :-) I am starting here and with the 30DS Oct Challenge group.0
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Hello I am a 44 year old single women with no children, I am a full-time preschool teacher and will be returning to school soon to start getting a degree in deaf ed...but all that aside I am glad that I joined this and other groups. I have tried MFP before but tried to go it alone...now it is a different story. I am a severe emotional eater...happy/sad/angry, it doesn't matter, I still eat. So any advice on breaking this habit would be appreciated0
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HELLO,
My name is Monica. I am a happily married mother of 3 with 2 grand-kids. I am 42yrs young and am not ready to let nature take over my life. I have gained and lost a lot over the last several yrs and am down to my last 15, if i can just hold it there for now i would be grateful but of course i would prefer it drop off yesterday...LOL Over the yrs the signs of Peri have come and gone thankfully they have never been drastic. As of right now they are gone. I am sure they will make themselves known again soon...LOL.. I was on BC for a couple yrs but am now on a break from that and so far so good. I am hoping i can get to know some of you better for some emotional support during our battles of womanhood. Good luck in your journey's :flowerforyou:0 -
Hi folks! I am turning 40 in 5 months, can I join your group? From Ontario, Canada and newly returned to MFP. I would love to connect with others for motivation and to provide my support 0
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Hi ladies! Hello from northern California. Trying to get back into marathon shape, and would love some support and motivation. I'll do my best to support you as well; please add me if you need more motivation!0
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Hello everyone! I'm not new to MFP, but I am to this forum. I'd like to make friends so hit up and say hello. I'm also a new blogger and my current focus is MY WEIGHT LOSS. I look forward to meeting some of you and can get to know me better on my blog getonwithitnow.tumblr.com. Talk to you soon. Blessings.
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Hi,
I've been on (and off) MFP for a while - and am trying to get back on track (again). Please add me as a friend - we'll help each other.
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Hi everyone. It's a new year, which means new year resolutions! I've been on MFP before and had some success, but then let everything slide and I'm back up past where I started before.
I'm 43, married with 2 kids under 10. We live in the UK but originally I'm from Canada. I'm 168cm (5'6") and was 89kg(196 pounds) on January 1. I really don't want to see that number grow anymore. I joined a gym a few months ago and have started going, but need to get more regular now. I have some support in the form of friends already on MFP, but I figure a group to talk to will help even more!
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hi all, my name is Tina and i hope to meet new people and help with my weightloss journey.0
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I am Kasey's mom & I am 43, I want to loose aprox 35 lbs. Getting new scales next week, my are ancient and not very accurate
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Hello! I am new to this group. I lost over 120 pounds four years ago with a gastric bypass surgery. The weight is starting to creep back on, so I am joining this to track my food and activity, and for some accountability. Happy New Year to all. 0
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Hello! I'm Diane, 43 yrs old, from Texas. I'm a stay at home mom of 3 kiddos ages 14, 1.5 and 4 yrs. In my late 20s I was diagnosed with Hashimoto Thyroiditis but never knew it until about 3 yrs ago, up until 3 yrs ago it was just Hypothyroidism. At age 35 I had a complete hysterectomy. I am now on bioidentical hrt and at least mentally am a "sane" person. However, physically I'm a mess in my eyes. My weight has just been creeping and creeping as I become more active with everyone else lives and less focused on myself. With the exception of last year where I lost 22lbs and kept it off for quite a while until I had to stop Zumba and walking due to knee issues (caused by lack of estrogen). Since then I have put the 22lbs back on and my wardrobe consists of clothing I can't wear. I have 40-50lbs to lose and I have vowed that 2015 is the year to find myself and become the me I want so much to be! So, friend I love a good dose of accountability!0
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I'm Sonya-45 year old Registered Nurse from Oklahoma. My girls are 17, 17, and 15 and my boys (stepsons) are 31, 26, 24 and 20. I had half of my thyroid removed in 2001, and a complete hysterectomy in 2006, at the age of 37. It became much harder to lose weight and to keep it off since these surgeries. Honestly, I'm just tired of feeling tired and trapped in a body that I don't recognize even though I've lived in it for so long. My husband of 11years is joining me on this journey to health and wellness. This is our year!0
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Hi! I am new to this group. I am a 5th grade math teacher from Kansas. I have two college age children and a wonderful husband. While I have dieted on and off for most of my adult life, something really seemed to click for me about a month ago. Thanks to MFP and my Fitbit, I am feeling great and finally feeling like "I am getting my groove back, lol!" And let me tell you, it feels great. I have lost 15 pounds so far and 15 more to go. I am eager to make this journey with the rest of you 0
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Hi everyone, I am Bobbie, 41 a new transplant to NC from MI. I have been "using" MFP for almost a year but basically just syncing my workouts.
In 2009, I decided it was time to make a life changing journey although it really didn't stick until 2010 but I was able to lose 120 pounds by just eating less and moving more. In 2012 my life changed but I was able to keep the weight off. It wasn't until 2013 that the weight started to come back. First by having someone in my life who wasn't policing my food and exercise, so I pretty much quit running and ate whatever I wanted. Then my Dr put my on meds that caused my to gain 30 lbs in 3 months.
I am off the meds and back to running, I aim for 100 miles a month, but the weight isn't coming off this time.
I keep telling myself that it will come back off, but since turning 40, it doesn't seem to be the case. So I am here to lose back the weight I gained about 38 pounds.
I look forward to us reaching our goals together.0 -
Hi, I'm 49 years old from Idaho. I'd like to lose 25-30 pounds by the time I hit 50. I went back to work this past year and my life got a lot more sedentary, so I gained about 15 pounds while I wasn't really watching. Add me as your friend! :-) I'd love the help!
~Cheryl0
