Will I ever be able to get in shape at my age?

I am the same age, although I was not quite as out of shape as you say you are. I wasn't in great shape, though and have some ailments that don't let me exercise too much.

You should make sure your doctor approves of the type of exercises you want to do, but YES, you can do it. I have lost 30 pounds and am in the best shape I have been in years, decades even. It take a little longer and you have to be very strict with the calorie counting.

I always overestimated my calories on food and underestimated my exercise calories. I steadily lost a pound a week for many weeks.

Don't use your age as an excuse!!!

Do you guys watch Biggest Loser? It was a guy there around 60 years old and he lost 140 lb and went to finals!

I think the age relly doesn't count . The motivation couns!
Good luck in your journey:)

Dont give up.. take your time and do it at your level. If now you cant get the entire way through , do what you can.. you are at least doing some. In a few days or so you will be able to go a little further then a little more until you are going through it. it may be slow moving at first but anything you do is better than none. Keep it up and just take your time. There is no hurry..

If the coordination of the moved on the 30DS is a problem maybe try the Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds DVDs. Most of those have toning exercises mixed in with the walking.

I am 61 years old, and very out of shape. I was never an exerciser even in my youth. I was 210 lbs 16 months ago, and now I am down to 181. I found MFP a couple of months ago and am trying to eat healthier. Trying to stay with in my calorie goal and bought a treadmill. When I first got it I found 2mph hard on no incline and now I can do 3mphs on a two incline.. But the belly is still a huge problem.. I bought a JM 30 day shred last night and tried it today on level one and could not even get half way through it. I have no co_ordination at all. Jumping jacks were difficult and I can not even do one push up, not even following the one that is doing the simple moves. My heart was really racing, and it does not do that when I get off the tread mill after 60 minutes of walking. Legs are like bowls of jelly now.. Will this ever become easier to follow? or should I just stick to the walking? Is it even possible to get a flatter stomach at my age?

I cannot do that either and I am 43:) So what? I am doing something else - walks, eliptical , some weights. .
A few days ago I went to gym and there was this lady in her 70"s ....coudn't keep up with her , ..well , as long as I follow my journey ,it is ok:)

Aw - I know its tough - and you want to see a bit of progress quickly - and its not happening ..... am sorry.

I am in the UK - so this might not help too much - I am 65 - and use Rosemary Connelly for exercise - they are gentle - graded but do the job. I found they certainly toned me up but also - so helped my flexibility enormously -

Might I suggest you find something similar - start easy - and gently - you will soon notice the difference - which will give you enthusiasm to keep going.

Lindy

Everyone's definition of "in shape" is different, so you need to know what your goals are. I agree that you should have a complete physical (I don't care what age you are, everyone should before they start an exercise program) to rule out any issues that could be life threatening, but frankly being overweight is life threatening in itself. I imagine every doctor would be thrilled that a patient wants to lose weight & get into better physical condition. Sounds like you are starting out right - on the treadmill, you've gone from 2 mph no incline to 3 mph 2 incline. That's great progress already. As long as you continue to increase your activity level slowly & steadily, you should be fine. I am 48, but I know what great satisfaction I got when starting a DVD - the first few times I could hardly do the moves let alone keep up with the pace, but after several months, the DVD is getting easier & I'm doing most all the moves. I can feel myself getting stronger, fitter and even more coordinated. I personally love to read stories like the 85 year old marathon runner or the 82 year old woman with the flexibility of a 15 year old. As someone else here mentioned, the Biggest Loser has 50+-ers who have not only competed, but done extremely well on the show. Granted they have trainers, doctors, nutritionists, etc., that most of us do not have access to, but I still believe that we can get there - just a lot slower! Remember the old fable, the turtle won the race by remaining steady. You are doing great!

Yes, it *IS* possible, and you can do it! If you need some inspiration, there are a lot of videos on youtube about people over 50 who have taken up fitness. There are weight lifters, runners, boxers, dancers, etc. Ernestine Sheperd is one of my favorites. She's a GORGEOUS female body builder who didn't even start exercising until she was in her 50's. http://ernestineshepherd.net/