Any older women out there??

mamadox
mamadox Posts: 3
edited September 28 in Introduce Yourself
I am 57 years old and new to this. Losing weight as an older woman is quite different than when I was young!! Things moved around on my body and they won't go back to where they belong as easily! Anyone else notice this and what can we do differently?? I don't want to be 30 again, but seriously, 45 would be nice!

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  • mrogers52
    mrogers52 Posts: 378 Member
    I am 59 and yes, losing weight is different now. That being said, I have been successful using this site to log food and exercise. Please send a friend request. My food diary is open:glasses:
  • rileamoyer
    rileamoyer Posts: 2,412 Member
    Same here, I am 60 and love this site. Send a friend request.
  • karalli
    karalli Posts: 1
    I'm with you there! I'm 55 and would love to have my 30 year old body back! It's like the metabolism stopped 8-( But I also had a hysterectomy 10+ years ago and ever since...it's been a losing battle. I work out almost everyday, but I like my sweets too much.
    Bottom line is...we have to behave and eat real food (no processed stuff) and get out of the house/work and move!
  • Grammykate
    Grammykate Posts: 2
    I don't like to think of myself as an "older" woman, but at 55 years young I guess you can say that! Yes, it's not easy losing weight at this age, but I love that I can log my food in daily as it helps me think about what I am eating or not to eat! And yes, like you a 45 year old body would be good! :)
  • giammarcor
    giammarcor Posts: 217 Member
    50 year old guy here and it's not any easier for me to lose weight than for 50+ women. The hardest part is the mindset. After going so many years without having to watch what I eat, it's all caught up with me in the last 5 years. Now, this old dog has to learn some new tricks.
  • determined3138
    determined3138 Posts: 43
    My grandma always used to say, "You'll never look as good as you do right now" so I guess learning to appreciate TODAY, no matter the weight or age, is paramount.
  • caljorob
    caljorob Posts: 2
    I will be 57 next month and I too would love to look like my Daughter who is 30 year old today. I have lost 11 pounds but have not been able to loose any more this last week. I will not give up until I reach my goal . I think it will just take us a little longer than other to loose but we CAN do it!
  • MEMA5
    MEMA5 Posts: 93 Member
    :smile: HEY I'M 62 AND HAVE BEEN USUING THE SITE FOR MORE THAN 1 YEAR IT'S GREAT, IF U NEED A FRIEND I'M HERE..GOOD LUCK ISSY:laugh:
  • KeriA
    KeriA Posts: 3,345 Member
    I am 58 and always thought it would be easy to lose the weight I gained from my busy life, but I forgot about the impact of age. But I am doing it. I am taking my time and doing it the way that is right for me. I started with upping the exercise but it took MFP and logging food and exercise to really help me turn things around. I have friends of all age but agree we have our own issues so I would love it if you friend me for mutual support.
  • Diana35bha
    Diana35bha Posts: 292 Member
    I'm 60 this year and losing weight is not easy. I've got more bits than I want or need, perhaps I can give some away!!! LOL :laugh:

    Anyway, I'll send a freind request in case you're interested in joining me in our campaign to try to stop so many bits heading south.... :sad:


    :flowerforyou:
  • dmoses
    dmoses Posts: 786 Member
    I'm 47 and have been fortunate enough - with the help of this site - to lose 40 lbs over the last year. I thought that because of my age, I would never be able to lose weight. But, I did it!! And, you can too!!! Sure, we have to work harder at working out, but it's so worth it when you can finally feel good about yourself! I've been at my goal weight since about September 2010, so I'm proof that we older women (and men!) can do this!!!
  • catherinenappier
    catherinenappier Posts: 1
    Hi, I am catherine, I am 68 years old and trying to get ahold of my weight problem. 10 years age I had a kidney removed and have been gaining weight ever since. Have had to move, as husband retired, loss a daughter to cancer and really have very little interest in anything. Trying very hard to turn this around.
  • praimondi
    praimondi Posts: 1
    I'm 49 and am looking to reach my goal weight by the time I hit 50. I've been using menopause as my excuse - until I was told you can only use that excuse for so long. My belly is big and round - like back in my pregnant days - and it won't budge!!
  • LoisHoffmann
    LoisHoffmann Posts: 9 Member
    Hi there! I am so encouraged by using the My Fitness Pal website to track my food intake. I'm 63 and thought I'd never get a pound off at this age. I have dropped 43 lbs. since last November. I am feeling wonderful and know I'll keep on using this website to help. Add me as a friend! and keep on keeping on!!!!
  • sheBB
    sheBB Posts: 573 Member
    Hi & welcome. Now that you mention it I am an "older woman" there I said it. I am 50 & it is harder for me to lose weight than it ever was. I still feel like I can run anywhere for long periods of time as I used to or work out for an hour then take a step class , but the body just won't let me, I'm huffing & puffing just thinking about it now. But I am getting to where I can workout for an hour, then take step class another day. You will love this site, it's fantastic. Sending you a friend request.
  • dellr
    dellr Posts: 2
    I'm 51 and have never been on a diet. I've managed to set a goal that I can manage at a rate of 1.5 pounds per week. I used to be very active, but after injuries, surgeries and what not, I'm not anywhere near as fit as I once was. I like this program because I worked on training my brain first, and am now cranking up on the exercise. I've lost 10 pounds in a month + so I think I'm doing just fine. You will, too.
  • sheBB
    sheBB Posts: 573 Member
    To determined3138 I love your Grandma's saying "You'll never look as good as you do right now" smart lady, so true.:smile:
  • trishhunter
    trishhunter Posts: 3
    I started dieting seriously in August 2010. My weight was 234 lbs and I'm 5'4" tall and tomorrow I will be 53 years young! I've managed to lose 63 lbs since then with walking and watching my carbs. I've gone from a size 24W (wide, LOL) to a 10 -12 regular. I need to lose 26 lbs more to make my goal. I am currently going to ZUMBA three times a week and I love it. I noticed in the last week or so that my upper torso doesn't look so flabby and my cellulite on my big butt is less. I think the key for me now is just "stay the course" and keep plugging away. I really love the MFP it helps before I got my iphone I was keeping a journal with the same basic information and that seems to help when you see how much and what you've eating during the day. I would love to have some friends on here to keep up with so if anyone is interested please friend me! :flowerforyou:
  • trishhunter
    trishhunter Posts: 3
    You can do it! :flowerforyou:
  • unhinge
    unhinge Posts: 318 Member
    Started using MFP seriously after my 55th birthday... I guess I am an older woman, just don't feel like one on the inside and I'm starting to not feel that way on the outside. Send a friend request if you want :)
  • judz46
    judz46 Posts: 359 Member
    Hi , i'm 64 and have found this site to be really helpful...I had a hysterectomy about 20 years ago and find it very difficult to lost but this time!!!!!!
  • Hootsmamma
    Hootsmamma Posts: 254 Member
    Hi and welcome. I am 50, and I have been on MFP since 3/31/11. I have lost about 16 pounds so far, and although losing weight is definitely not as easy for me as it was in my 20's or 30's, I find with perserverence it does come off. I have the "added" problem of having MS along with being older--so it makes execising a challege in many areas. But then, I just have to get creative in what I can or cannot do! Keep the faith, and stay the course and you will be successful. Feel free to " friend" me if you'd like. Good luck in your fitness quest!
  • rileamoyer
    rileamoyer Posts: 2,412 Member
    I will be 57 next month and I too would love to look like my Daughter who is 30 year old today. I have lost 11 pounds but have not been able to loose any more this last week. I will not give up until I reach my goal . I think it will just take us a little longer than other to loose but we CAN do it!

    WOO HOO TO MY CUZ CALLIE!
  • Pam3
    Pam3 Posts: 1,687 Member
    hi and welcome.,I'm 55 woman who didn't know what it was to diet.....but in the last 10 years put on 50lbs....found MFP back in aug2010 used it til the end of dec2010 lost about 17lbs...unfortunately stop using the site and i just returned in may i love this site ...tracking the foods and exercise is great ...i recently started reading the message boards and they are wonderful and full of information...good luck
  • Christinemary6
    Christinemary6 Posts: 60 Member
    :flowerforyou: I'm 57 and I'm struggling too. It is hard to lose weight at any age, but it does seem to be harder the older I get. This website seems to be much more supportive than anything I've found previously. I feel confident that with help from this wonderfully supportive people on this site, and with my own efforts, the weight will come off; I will be healthier.
    :heart:
  • janemartin02
    janemartin02 Posts: 2,653 Member
    I`m 55.Seems at times I`m loosing the same 10 lbs.
    Good luck
    jane:flowerforyou:
  • nmw1
    nmw1 Posts: 3
    I too am 57. Although I had a gastric bypassa few years ago...I do low carb to keep the weight off and to avoid heart attack and strokes which has greatly diminished thanks to low carb lifestyle and as I am prone to those problems genetically. My heart is as strong as it has ever been and platelet count is now in safe category as well as my arteries etc are quite clean now. Whoo hoo!
    I would love to lose another 20# but then as we get older I know holding onto an extra few pounds is supposed to be a good thing to do.
    I am also now post menopausal. No periods for about 4years...whoo hoo!...but the hot flashes will continue for many years to come if I am like the rest of my female family members. Oh joy! LOL. I did have horrible panic attacks sometimes with some of my hotflashes and I just went on effexor and it works wonderfully. No more "end of the world" feelings just before a hot flash hits. The sweating is still there but no more panickiness. I was put on lowest dose of effexor and I only use 1/2 of that. It's enough for now.
    Amazing as I am also ADHD all my life and with the effexor I know what life is like at normal speed now. Wish I had done this years ago. LOL
    Good seeing everyone on this subject. Keep in touch ya'll
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