Over 40!

jillianbic
jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
edited November 18 in Introduce Yourself
hello all! I'm returning to this app as I've used it before but never had the community feature & trying to figure out how to add friends! Looking for support for loosing 20-30 lbs & quit bad habits! Keeping my diary open so I'll stay on track. I ride horses, lift weights, & love walking/jogging with my dogs. My downfall is pizza, chocolate & wine!
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  • MistyBlue9
    MistyBlue9 Posts: 109 Member
    Hi, sent you a friend request. I'm 43 :)
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Hello there! Thanks for adding me!
  • sarahdayski
    sarahdayski Posts: 125 Member
    Hi im 42, a friend recommended this app and its been great. Think it is harder to lose weight as you get older but ive lost 10lbs in 2 weeks.
  • wmessenger72
    wmessenger72 Posts: 12 Member
    Good luck! A little harder for us in our 40's. We can do it.
  • RickTheRunner
    RickTheRunner Posts: 119 Member
    That's me!
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Hi all! Thanks for adding me! I'm looking forward to the accountability part of this app! Haha I usually do great all day but since the winter & moving I started a bad habit of eating dinner late, & drinking wine before bed! Tracking calories has really opened my eyes so far! I was shocked when I added in my Chipotle yesterday!
  • Bennysammysofie39
    Bennysammysofie39 Posts: 199 Member
    Chipotle is a bunch of calories...but oh so good!!!!
  • Chieflrg
    Chieflrg Posts: 9,097 Member
    edited May 2015
    The quick way to add friends is to put a boob or azz shot up it seems. I'll be 46 in a couple moons. Good luck on your journey...
  • strozman
    strozman Posts: 2,622 Member
    Unfortunately I am only 39. Lol. And glad to see that calorie tracking opened your eyes too. I know it did for me
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    I tend to go in spurts. All or nothing with clean eating! I've had personal trainers, love running & being active but I know the diet is 90% for me!
  • bustedup
    bustedup Posts: 17 Member
    Right there with everyone. I am newish (new account, previous user) and am looking got friends too.
  • buffveganme
    buffveganme Posts: 73 Member
    Hi

    Take a look at my profile if you'd like to - I am fairly low weight but 'struggle' with food. I love food - I do eat lots but it's mainly vegan-raw-vegetarian-type, so I can eat a substantial amnt. of food, but the calories just aren't there...diary is open now - something that I was always embarrassed to do before. There's no use in hiding it though...

    I like the weight that I'm at - Have lost a lot of 'life' along the way because of this addiction to maintaining this lifestyle. ie: my employer has 'told' me I 'HAVE' to go on sick leave due to my health - my doctor wants me to go back to the ED program, etc.,

    It's not all 'doom' and 'gloom' though -I actually love how I live and eat. I generally feel pretty healthy and good - we all have our days though! I love talking to others about their journey and will try to be as supportive a friend as I can.
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Glad to see everyone in our 40's or close to it!!! We need to stick together to encourage & build each other up! As we all know by now, life comes with challenges but I'm happy to have the wisdom to face them head on!

    If you have specific health goals feel free to share and what you're doing to accomplish them!

    I'm currently working on creating healthier habits, by saying no to my teen son & husband's junk food (pizza, chips, fast food etc) everyday, & cutting back on my love for organic wine, & craft brews! I'm also increasing my cardio and strength training intensity and frequency. My diary is open so feel free to comment. I'm keeping it real and try to log food as closely to what I'm eating. Happy logging!
  • dargytaylor
    dargytaylor Posts: 840 Member
    Over 40! Almost on the downward hill to 50!! I'll be 46 in September ~ also needing (ahem, wanting) to loose 20 - 30 ~ friend request sent!

    Anyone else feel free to add also :)
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Glad to add you! We can do it!!!!!
  • decenag
    decenag Posts: 9 Member
    Hello! 41 here!
  • I_Sparkle
    I_Sparkle Posts: 1 Member
    Hello! 42 and excited to start making time for myself. I used to be able to lose weight pretty much just with diet but things have changed! Need some friends here to share ideas with please
  • Clarewho
    Clarewho Posts: 494 Member
    Hi I'm 44 and have been putting off losing weight for years. I've lost 10lb so far, 18lb to go til I reach my intermediate goal and decide whether I'm happy with that. I've only been at it for about 5 wks, I like the accountability of the app so I leave my diary open for anyone to view, I really think that helps me.

    I would like more friends so please add me
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Great progress!
  • lozinit
    lozinit Posts: 29 Member
    Clarewho wrote: »
    Hi I'm 44 and have been putting off losing weight for years. I've lost 10lb so far, 18lb to go til I reach my intermediate goal and decide whether I'm happy with that. I've only been at it for about 5 wks, I like the accountability of the app so I leave my diary open for anyone to view, I really think that helps me.

    I would like more friends so please add me

  • Sharon_73
    Sharon_73 Posts: 189 Member
    Hi there. Over 40 is where all the cool kids are! I share the weakness for wine. I decided a while ago to stop focusing on my weight, and focusing more on my health. Healthy eating, exercising daily and enjoying life along the way! Now that that number on a scale isn't the driving force, I see more changes in me and I am liking it! Feel free to add me and good luck!!
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    lozinit wrote: »
    Clarewho wrote: »
    Hi I'm 44 and have been putting off losing weight for years. I've lost 10lb so far, 18lb to go til I reach my intermediate goal and decide whether I'm happy with that. I've only been at it for about 5 wks, I like the accountability of the app so I leave my diary open for anyone to view, I really think that helps me.

    I would like more friends so please add me

    Added!!!
  • SamberryC
    SamberryC Posts: 25 Member
    Hi Jillian,
    It's great that you're taking advantage of this app's community feature. It really does help. I'm always getting great advice and tips from here. I'm sure you'll find it extremely helpful and kick some of those bad habits. :smile:
  • granturismo
    granturismo Posts: 232 Member
    Going on 49, rede out, jog with my lurcher and two children, chauffeur for my daughter and pony, overindulge in wine, whiskey and chocolate.
  • jillianbic
    jillianbic Posts: 17 Member
    Love it!! Sounds very similar to my life!!!
  • kscarlett24
    kscarlett24 Posts: 54 Member
    Hi. 42 but don't feel like it! Have been struggling to get back on track and happy to add some friends to help do that. Anyone can feel free to add me too.
  • blondie1594
    blondie1594 Posts: 14 Member
    I hear you loud and clear! I am 43, and I currently weigh 167....not my heaviest, but still about 30lbs too much. I've been yo-yoing for the past 6 years, and I agree ~ pizza, wine and chocolate are HUGE temptations for me.

    If you need some extra support I have a motivational page on Fbook, if you hit "like" at the top you will see daily updates and tips!

    https://www.facebook.com/TRWHealthandWellness

    What specific goals are you working towards?

    Rene' :-) (AKA blondie1594 here on MFP)
  • Guevaraimelda
    Guevaraimelda Posts: 2 Member
    sarahdayski wrote: »
    Hi im 42, a friend recommended this app and its been great. Think it is harder to lose weight as you get older but ive lost 10lbs in 2 weeks.

  • Guevaraimelda
    Guevaraimelda Posts: 2 Member
    Wow that's great iam want lose 30 lb but is getting hard
  • SKBr
    SKBr Posts: 1 Member
    I just turned 40 a couple weeks ago and it's like my body hit a wall. I'm trying to get on top of things before it gets too far out of control!! I think the days of mindless eating are over:(
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