46F intends to lose 50

Hi all. Mid forties, met my now-husband 5 years ago and somehow all the celebrating translated into 50 extra pounds on my 5'8" frame.

I've been on MFP since 2011 but I rebelled against having to track my food. I wanted it to just HAPPEN with me being sort of careful with diet and exercise, ya know?

So eventually I did some research on how weight loss maintainers actually maintain, and the top of the list was always tracking food. So I finally just realized I need to track food like I track my debit account, and here I am, again.

I'm in this for the long haul. I'm not going to lose 30 pounds by spring, or get the pool body by summer. My goals are long-term. I'm calculated to a pound a week. I need something I can maintain. This is not a diet.

I've also had some common health issues--high triglycerides, high cholesterol, being winded going upstairs, creaky knees--you know the drill. My whole thing is doing what's sustainable, for health, fitness, and maybe eventually a swimsuit.

Anyhoo-.I'm always looking for new, like-minded friends. My diary is open to friends. I may go over on calories from time to time (hello, beer!), but I'm here to stay. If you'd like to friend me, and have someone else ready to give you a "way to go!" comment on your victories, add me!