THIS old? bah!

Started at 45, now 47. Lifestyle change, 70 lbs down, abs like I'm 20, off meds I took for a decade and I consider this a "just warming up" period. Hard to believe I started all this just by taking a walk and wondering what was possible. Amazing things, that's what's possible.

Small changes add up over time. Figure out what you like, don't do things you hate and keep tweaking. It's only as hard as you want to make it. Keep to the basics, question all advice and research everything.

Hi, I'm 48 and finding it soo hard to shift this blubber! I totally empathise with you. perhaps we can help each other?

Hi Pamela,
I"m 43 and need to lose another 10lbs at minimum. Of course you can do it! I've started to log into MFP everyday and it's easily becoming a habit. I'm getting much more careful about measuring food and I have a small kitchen scale, but think I'm going to upgrade to a digital one, so that I can be as accurate as possible about calories in. Just hang in there!!

Perfectly possible to loose that amount, I am currently losing 1-2 pounds a week and don't feel hungry, plenty of protein and don't go below a silly amount for calorie goal, it makes you keep fat! Watch nutrition and enjoy, I noticed the stairs were easier after the first couple of pounds lost, it really makes a difference, do it! Choose free fun activities, nicer weather is walking weather.

Ohhh Yesss. I'm 48 and last year lost 40lb last year just through very moderate exercise and changing my eating habits (not dieting). After a few weeks the changes started to become habitual and that made it so much easier. I then maintained my weight and seemed to plateau. i am now working to lose a further 14lb. To hit my goal and to do this will have to make a few significant changes to my routine. But be certain, age is not a barrier. It's more about the mental readiness and finding a routine and plan that works for you. Don't worry about the ones that are sniggering or making fun of you because you will get the last laugh and be ready because after you have lost 30lbs people will see the real you and the compliments will really start to come in. Enjoy the process and get ready for the new you.

Hello Pamela,
I am also 46 and fitter than I was 10 years ago. I have so much energy and motivation to keep fit. At the end of this month I will be going for my black belt in taekwondo and am in the best shape of my life.

You can do it and you have made the first step by coming here. When you start, gain momentum and see positive changes you will only want to carry on. The fitness I do is now a major part of my life and I won't stop kicking until my legs stop working. All the best and feel free to add me.