Starting Over at 50...The downward spiral stops today.

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EverythingIsKungFu
EverythingIsKungFu Posts: 5
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I'm a 50 year old guy, married to a very supportive (and fit) woman, and we have a lovely 5-year old daughter... Yes, 5 !

I have been fluctuating from semi-fit to fat , and back to semi-fit for 25 years....Working out...stopping...starting again....eating right...then going back to the bad habits.You may know the tune....

OK: Just joined a gym and bought a bicycle....Bottome line: Up till now, I've never really eaten in a healthy manner, nor have I EVER truly committed my self to a long-term exercise program.

That all changes today...

I would like to make friends with and actually share motivation and food training ideas and advice with men and women who are using (or have used) strength training to achieve their goal of a fit, healthy and active life.

Thanks,

Lowell

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  • reneepugh
    reneepugh Posts: 522 Member
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    Nice to have you here!
  • giammarcor
    giammarcor Posts: 217 Member
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    Welcome Lowell, 50 year old here, too. I definitely know all about that dreaded spiral. But, the good thing is, the only thing that heads downward here is the weight. Good luck on your journey.
  • Lisabackontrack
    Lisabackontrack Posts: 57
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    Welcome, I believe you will find some very supportive and kind friends on this site. I'm thrilled that I found it. Feel free to add me as a friend if you like.
  • EverythingIsKungFu
    EverythingIsKungFu Posts: 5
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    Thank you!:glasses: (Florida)
  • dv7834
    dv7834 Posts: 11 Member
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    Get a personal trainer. . I'm 54, similar situation to yours, and really didn't know my way around a gym any more. The PT helped immensely. Pricey? Yes, but worth every penny now that i'm getting results.
  • azkrea
    azkrea Posts: 3
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    I am new and also over 50 and starting over. A personal trainer helps too. The little one should keep you on your toes. I would say get active with him. It is a whole different ballgame after 50. Good Luck!
  • EverythingIsKungFu
    EverythingIsKungFu Posts: 5
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    :glasses: Thank you.
  • joycemhall
    joycemhall Posts: 164 Member
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    welcome and good luck. I'm starting over at 48, so I can relate. The food tracker is the best thing for me. I had no idea my portion control was so out of line until I started tracking everything. Make better food choices, limit your portion size and make yourself a priority when it comes to exercise. Feel free to add me if you like
  • avonchik
    avonchik Posts: 106
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    Hi Im June, I know you will do just great here. Im OVER 50 and just started getting in shape again too! So glad your wife is supportive. Oh by the way i have 3 kids in their late 20s and an 11 year old son, and a 12 yr old grand daughter we are raising with o ur son!! So i know about having kids late in life!!! You will find lots of support here! Welcome!!:smile:
  • JThomas61
    JThomas61 Posts: 892
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    Welcome to MFP...I turned 50 this year myself and have been using MFP to change my eating habits by being accountable for what I eat, this site is an amazing tool. I have dropped 63 pounds overall and the last 23 using MFP and mananging my caloric in-take. My goal was to get fit but this journey has taken me so much further than getting fit, it has changed my lifestyle and I have met a few very wonderful people on here. Good luck to you and feel free to add me.

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