Getting back on Track

Redhouse6758
Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
edited November 13 in Motivation and Support
Hello, my name is Renee and I will be 50 in January. I am looking for support and motivation to get myself back on track to become healthy and release some weight. I live in Philadelphia, PA, single, no children Looking forward to getting to all of you better.
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  • Ant488
    Ant488 Posts: 372 Member
    Feel free to add me.
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Feel free to add me as well.
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Feel free to add me as well. 62, single - I live in Ocala, FL.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    Hello ladies, new to this community, not sure how to add you.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    Kjurassic I got your request, and added you. How do I send the requests?
  • thesecret16tifm
    thesecret16tifm Posts: 9 Member
    Feel free to add me x
  • SisterSueGetsFit
    SisterSueGetsFit Posts: 1,211 Member
    You can add me too! I'm Rachel.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    Last night was the final night of my gym 60 day challenge, I don't think I did very well as I missed the previous two week due to being sick. One of the perks for signing up for the challenge was that you got personal training sessions at a discount, so I signed up for 2 times a week for the next 3 months. Really hoping to get some discipline embedded into my brain so I can come to the gym and do work by myself and see some changes.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    I had to make myself get out of bed so I could go and run my errands. I was suppose to run today but, I don't think it s going to happen. Going to have to set my alarm so Sat morning get dressed and get to the gym when it opens. I just started and I have already fallen off the wagon. Ok enough rant and beating myself up going to move on and do better next week.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    I didn't make it to the gym on Thurs or today.. I am really having a hard time keeping this commitment to myself. As long as I have an appointment I can get there, I have no idea why and its not like I am doing anything else. :'(
  • picasso66
    picasso66 Posts: 38 Member
    Hi, I'm 50 too and would welcome mutual support and motivation on this journey. In September I was down 85 lbs and have since then gained 22 lbs. It's been a struggle. I hope to connect with other likeminded folks on here.
  • PattySue2016
    PattySue2016 Posts: 3 Member
    I am 47, have 3 grown children and 3 grandchildren. I lost 161lbs in 2005-2006. Maintained until 2012 and have gained 50lbs since then.

    What did I have then that I dont have now? I had lifestyle change buddy(my sister n law) we are in different life places now, an active husband who helped keep me active(he was murdered in 2009), I had a sick mother to care for(she had a liver transplant in 2011).

    My lifestyle now is not very active, and my eating high calarie and fat food has taken its toll. I would love to have a journey friend or several to help keep each other on track and accountable.

    It is so frustrating knowing I was able to do this before and just can't seem to stay with it now!

    Feel free to add me.
  • janicelo1971
    janicelo1971 Posts: 823 Member
    You can add me as well. I try to log on daily...but over the holidays we have traveled a ton and i have gone over my macro's and calories to the extent of an extra 5 pounds or so the last few months....time to buckle down and get back on track! i had maintained for 3 years within 5 pounds....
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    I am not doing very well with my fitness schedule. I have been making my appt. with my trainer but, my 3 runs a week have been a bust. This past week it has been in the 20's but feeling like 9, I have been out to my doctor's appt. but once inside just didn't want to go back out into the cold. I have been seriously thinking about getting getting ride of my elliptical and getting a treadmill but, I with my past history I just think I will be wasting my money. Feeling :(
  • tinamarie6624
    tinamarie6624 Posts: 182 Member
    I have sent your a friend request. I will be 50 in a few weeks. I've lost 151 Lbs so far and still have 112 to lose on my journey to better health.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    Doctor's appt on Friday did not go well. My Cholesterol is over 200 and I have 4 months to get it back under control or I will be on meds. My doctor thinks its the eggs, dairy creamer and the sugar. In addition, my blood pressure was up along with my weight. I am trying so hard and it doesn't seem to be working, I am really feeling depressed and hopeless.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    @ Tinamarie6624 WOW.. that is fantastic congrats on your weight removal. Keep up the great work.
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
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  • debz126
    debz126 Posts: 14 Member
    Feel free to add me, I'm looking for motivation. Had a terrible year emotionally, only need 7-10lbs to lose but can't get motivated.
  • DCRunnerGirl78
    DCRunnerGirl78 Posts: 508 Member
    debz126 wrote: »
    Feel free to add me, I'm looking for motivation. Had a terrible year emotionally, only need 7-10lbs to lose but can't get motivated.

    Sounds like me to a T! I've got about 15 pounds to go, but I'm afraid it will be 20 to go if I'm not careful. I've got two kids of my own, 12 and 15, but we also took custody of my 17 yo nephew in the spring when my sister died. I guess it's emotional eating now, mostly out of frustration, but I've packed on 10 pounds since he moved in. Anyone at all, please feel free to add me. And if anyone has any advice as to how not-to-binge-eat when the clock hits 9pm, I'm all ears! I do great all through the day, food and exercise, but blow it nearly every night. Two steps forward, three steps back.
  • HelenaChang
    HelenaChang Posts: 4 Member
    Feel free to add me! Try signing up for single volunteers or hiking club or anything else that you will be active with a group. When you go to the gym, make friends! Then arrange to meet them weekly at the gym. Don't look at the scale for a while. Just go and find something active that you enjoy doing. Could be Zumba, swimming, or just taking walks or bike rides with a group. My trainer told me this: Just because you run a stop light once doesn't mean you should keep doing it. Forgive yourself and move forward. You can do this!
  • jessiquoi
    jessiquoi Posts: 400 Member
    Renee, I'm sorry you're having trouble getting your exercise in. I wonder, do you enjoy running? Maybe you could think of something else that's more fun for you, like a walk with a friend or bowling or something that's focused not on the exercise you're getting but on the experience itself... walking through Longwood Gardens or any of the wonderful museums in Philly is more likely to get me going than a run in this weather! :)

    jess
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    jessiquoi wrote: »
    Renee, I'm sorry you're having trouble getting your exercise in. I wonder, do you enjoy running? Maybe you could think of something else that's more fun for you, like a walk with a friend or bowling or something that's focused not on the exercise you're getting but on the experience itself... walking through Longwood Gardens or any of the wonderful museums in Philly is more likely to get me going than a run in this weather! :)

    jess
    Jess I like to run.. I really think it is just the weather and the season. Holiday time is not the best for me. Not into flowers or museums so that wouldn't work for me. Once the holidays are over I am hoping to get it back on track
  • toolzz
    toolzz Posts: 163 Member
    the only thing required for weight loss is a calorie defecit
  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    I went to the grocery store today and I think I did pretty good. I resisted the potato chips and the ice-cream
    I did get pretzels and a pack of snack size baby ruth's. Got some salmon for omega 3 and smart balance to replace my butter. Baby steps.
  • watersedgepnw
    watersedgepnw Posts: 13 Member
    Feel free to add me. I need to lose 100 pounds.
  • suegil314
    suegil314 Posts: 33 Member
    Feel free to add me. I'm across the bridge in Jersey! I lost 25lbs, and gained about 9 back. Still need to lose 25lbs, ready to get back on track!
  • junkinthefront
    junkinthefront Posts: 12 Member
    I would loved to be added to this group! 50+ always been fit but recently "threw in the towel" i'm ready to start again and regain my health! I'm also new and am not sure about how to add or be added. I'd be grateful for any help and support.
  • Amysexyback
    Amysexyback Posts: 13 Member
    Add me as a friend! Looking forward 2017 to be my best year! I really lost track these past few months! Best of luck!

  • Redhouse6758
    Redhouse6758 Posts: 30 Member
    :( I have a weigh in coming up in the next few weeks with my trainer and I am not at all confident that there will be a loss. I have been having a really bad few weeks, no cardio to speak off really, I just can't seem to get my self together.
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