I just joined this group--I like the "going strong" part of the description I woke up one day and found myself about 50 pounds overweight. It went on gradually and is coming off gradually In the past I never dieted, could eat what I wanted; at some point, that changed.

for ReNa above, I tried South Beach with my family and I think it's fine but I like my carbs. I use some of the recipes from the first book and have one of the cookbooks (and use some of those recipes )

for joan above, we'll do it!

Good luck to you, cinrob!

Good job on walking on the treadmill! I'm taking a walk this afternoon--it's cold but it will be short.

Hello everyone! So, I am new to myfitnesspal. I had a major accident just over a year ago, and broke my pelvis in two places. It's been a long way back, but I am now at the point where I am starting to try to add more exercise back into my life. It's hard, because I still have pain if I try to do too much. I have put on probably about 25 pounds, due to lack of exercise, loss of muscle mass, and comfort eating. I am hoping to lose 10 pounds by the end of April, but I am really going to have to push myself. Any new friends are welcome for inspiration! Oh, and I am 55 years old. Thanks in advance!

Hi! I am 55 (56 next month) and I have been using this site since about 2012, though apparently I had set an account up a year earlier during which time I managed to loose 23 pounds! So I had a bit of a head start when I got serious about diet/exercise management! Total, I lost over 70 pounds, am a pescitarian, and exercise regularly (3-4x/week) in spite of the arthritis in my knees. I do have to modify some routines, which is annoying, but I am not sedentary by any means. Heart problems took down 7 of 9 individuals in my family before they were my age, so I feel thankful I am here to write this! Once I hit menopause a couple years ago, however, I gained about 10-12 pounds back and it does not seem like anything is helping in getting those pounds back off. My doctor blows the situation off saying that is just what happens. I refuse to give in to having to buy a "bigger" wardrobe now that I realize I like being able to wear something other than circus tents, which is what I affectionately say I wore all the years I was 200+ pounds. I am on medication for cholesterol issues--I was taken off it for six months and at a follow up my value was up at 309, so not taking the medication simply isn't an option. My BP and other vitals are great. I do have sleep issues, another condition most medical professionals don't seem to want to acknowledge or treat. Given all that, I'd appreciate any suggestions or ideas you have that may help with trying to loose these few pounds. Friend requests also appreciated! Thanks!

Almost thru my first month on Whole30. And may extend. Feeling good but can't wait to weigh in. Have 30 to lose!

Hi, Pearlymay8! if you're in South Carolina we aren't close enough to get together but you're welcome to friend me. I've been away from MFP for a few months and gained back some weight; I'm back on track now, though. Maybe a monthly fitness challenge would help us all with exercise.

Hi, harborgirl! Life happens is right! You're welcome to friend me. I think we'll all inspire each other to do this!

Hi all! I am about to turn 50 in a few weeks so I figure I qualify for this group. I'm trying to lose about 35 lbs. I was slender most of my life then gained an extra 10 lbs with my first kid that I never lost about 9 years ago. I had a baby last year that left me with another 10 lbs or so to lose but then menopause hit with a vengeance and I've been gaining ever since. Ugh. I'm really hoping the weight loss will help with some joint issues I've been having and give me more energy. I need it to chase around my toddler!