Approaching the big 5-0!

ThinkICan49
ThinkICan49 Posts: 2 Member
edited 7:58PM in Health and Weight Loss
Can't believe I'm closing in on 50! Also can't believe I'm currently wearing a size 18W. 11 months to go until 50th birthday--would love to celebrate by buying myself a whole new size 10-12 wardrobe. Seems like it's so easy to gain now, at this age, and so much harder to lose! Anyone else feeling the pain?

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  • MarcyKirkton
    MarcyKirkton Posts: 507 Member
    I'm 63, but feel a lot better now. I think overeating really was hard on my body.'
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    You can do this!! Don't let your age be an excuse, really!! Lots of peeps older then you have lost weight.

    read this

    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10257474/starting-out-restarting-basics-inside/p1

    best wishes :)

  • Liftng4Lis
    Liftng4Lis Posts: 15,151 Member
    go get it!
  • Timshel_
    Timshel_ Posts: 22,834 Member
    For me, when I used to say that it is harder to lose weight as I get older, the reality was it was easier for me to justify overeating and not exercise more than face the facts. Soon as I honed in on my caloric deficit and started back to regular exercise, pounds came off. The hardest part was changing my attitude and habits.

    You got this.
  • Pawsforme
    Pawsforme Posts: 645 Member
    I'm 52 and hypothyroid. In the past two or three months I've lost over 15 pounds, and relatively easily. If I can do it you can, too!
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  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    Losing weight wasn't easy for me when I was younger either. So at 60 I'm thrilled with saying goodbye to 114 lbs over the last 16 months. 35 left to go.
  • Bshmerlie
    Bshmerlie Posts: 1,026 Member
    I'm 46 and I honestly think it's easier to lose. I'm much more patient now than when I was young. It's easier to stick to something when you're older.
  • goldthistime
    goldthistime Posts: 3,213 Member
    I definitely have found it easier to gain and harder to lose. I've heard people theorize that it is our slowing metabolism that makes it harder to lose, but I have a theory that it's about tolerance. I couldn't possibly camp in a tent anymore, 5 star only. I find loud noises and even certain quiet noises (like the ticking of a clock) to be irritating. And I don't like to be hungry! I have my deficit set for .5lb/week and quickly switch to maintenance if any other conditions of human misery, over and above hungry, take hold. I'm losing steadily, and fairly painlessly. Good luck!
  • HippySkoppy
    HippySkoppy Posts: 725 Member
    Don't let getting older stand in your way.....embrace this new stage of your life because it can certainly be a positive life enhancing new start for you.

    I started out in my late 40's losing weight and getting in the best shape I had been, ever, the kids were off my hands, I certainly felt a lot wiser than I had during the earlier years of doing the whole 'latest fad diet'.....also I was damned pissed off of everyone around me saying that once you reach a certain age, hit menopause etc etc you may as well lay down and give up because weight loss and good health are either much more difficult or impossible.....that kind of challenge inspired my inner 'prove them wrong' genie.

    MFP, when I found it really helped shed the last 24 kgs of the total 76 kgs I lost and the knowledge I've gained here has been invaluable in helping maintain that loss nearly 3 years. Learning about the benefits of using weights too has been eye opening and life changing, even given difficult circumstances with health.

    Go out and have a ball starting your new life.

    I wish you all the best.
  • LZMiner
    LZMiner Posts: 300 Member
    I'm going to be 50 in ten months! Here's to us...Fifty, FIT and fabulous!
  • lorrpb
    lorrpb Posts: 11,463 Member
    edited October 2015
    Check out the Facebook page Get Fit Over 40. She has some good stuff. No affiliation.
  • DeguelloTex
    DeguelloTex Posts: 6,652 Member
    I've lost 125 pounds since I turned 50. The same rules apply.
  • SLLRunner
    SLLRunner Posts: 12,942 Member
    ThinkICan49 wrote: »
    Can't believe I'm closing in on 50! Also can't believe I'm currently wearing a size 18W. 11 months to go until 50th birthday--would love to celebrate by buying myself a whole new size 10-12 wardrobe. Seems like it's so easy to gain now, at this age, and so much harder to lose! Anyone else feeling the pain?

    Not at all, and I lost 44 pounds 2 years ago when I was 51 or so. Eat at a calorie deficit at any age and you will lose weight.
  • paulandrachelk
    paulandrachelk Posts: 280 Member
    50!??! Yes gaining seems easier but my lifestyle is also less active. Don't give up. I get very frustrated but am holding in a good weight/fitness range. Dr's love it. BTW I'm 73.
  • pnash4508
    pnash4508 Posts: 27 Member
    50 is just around the corner for me too. I keep saying I am going to get back on track but I only take action for a couple of days at a time. It has been a difficult year for me but it is time that I get myself in gear.
  • daniwilford
    daniwilford Posts: 1,030 Member
    I am 53 and I do not think it is as hard as it was in my 30's. It is a different kind of hard. I like to look on the bright side, so I will state reasons why it is easier for me now.
    1. I don't have to worry about who will watch the kids while I go to the gym.
    2. Health is a better motivator than appearance.
    3. I know more about how to eat and exercise.
    4. We have a calorie counting app like MFP
    5. If the kids are home for dinner, and they don't want to eat fish and salad, they can fix their own.
    6. I make the kids hide sugary or calorie dense food from me, not the other way around.
    7. The kids clear and clean their own dishes so I am not tempted to clean their plates.
    8. My Fitbit is very accurate at determining my TDEE
    9. Toning is a myth but strength training works
    10. Michelle Obama's well muscled arms are more stylish than super (thin) models stick arms.
  • vivmom2014
    vivmom2014 Posts: 1,649 Member
    Over 50 and have found losing weight going very well. Calories in < calories out gets the job done. Age really, really, really isn't a factor.
  • spiritlevel9
    spiritlevel9 Posts: 48 Member
    It has taken me nearly 3 months to lose a stone. 20 years ago I most probably could have done it in 6 weeks. However I am less willing to go hungry these days. I find that I am much better able to stick to reduced calories if I don't overdo it. I am 48.
  • ThinkICan49
    ThinkICan49 Posts: 2 Member
    It was truly thrilling to see 19 responses! Thank you so much for the encouragement and support! I was feeling really alone, and now I'm feeling like I'm part of a group making positive changes. You guys rock!
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