60 +. Trying again.
Ckeeps
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Hi. Just starting what seems like my millionth time to get fit. Using low carb and walking to get to my goal. I'm 203 now, and 160 is where I want to go. And stay. We winter in Florida, and a swimsuit is NOT a good look for me right now! Anyway, hi!
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You will get there I am in same boat and I am going to go for it too2
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You can do it. I started at 205 and now weight 173. I am 647
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Good on ya' for starting again. Been down that road myself. I'm 63. Started a serious fitness program in March. Have dropped 40 so far. 35 or so to go. I find a lot of motivation on this forum.
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Well, now I feel like I'm in good company! Hoping my doctor's visit today shows nice stuff on the scale and in my bloodwork results. Goal 1, make my doctor happy.2
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The effort will pay off! Doesn't matter how many times you started before, you're here now working on your goals.6
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Hi everyone, nice to see a few more wizened souls here! The last decade took its toll, menopause and family heartaches are my demons. But I am a fighter and frankly sick of watching my body do what it wants!! Taking back control, starting with weights and calorie counting. Ran a marathon in 2008, all downhill since then!!!!3
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I’m restarting my program again but I’m taking it slow this time. I’m 65 and not giving up!2
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You can do this! I’m 61. Weighed 206 in July 2015. Have maintained almost two years at 150.
Add me if you’d like. I’m a religious MFP’er!3 -
If you never leave, you don't have to come back.3
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I'm in the same boat. 65 years old and have only been able to maintain weight using MFP but I guess that's better than gaining. I can't seem to get motivated to exercise consistently but when I do exercise I gain weight then get discouraged and quit. How do you get motivated to work out? And what do you do?1
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Hi New to MFP I'm 62 and down from 315 to 280 it's a success story, however my calorie intake is 1150 from the start and I have successfully lost 2lbs a week. I track everything I eat and watch portion control. With such a tight caloric deficit you would think I would lose more. I'll take the two but have thoughts that I am soon to hit a wall and will have to drop even lower. Im 6'1 and sedatary-am I worried for nothing as MFP estimated a higher caloric for the same weight loss0
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Ive been using MFP off and on for several years. Before that I have used a couple of other trackers too. I climbed back on the wagon August 22nd and I'm down 29 pounds. Getting back to the basics is what worked for me in the past and it is now. I will be 62 in December. My spouse passed away last year but my pitty party is over. Never too late to get fit.3
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Definitely doable. My stats are similar - I am 59, turning 60 in December and retiring in January. Started seriously with MFP in January 2017 at 206.8 lbs, now at 162 +- with a goal of 156.
I track everything, log religiously and am pretty active. It's been a slow and steady process and hope to reach goal by the end of the year.
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Recently i was introduced to mfp for which I am thankful. I have lost 5 lbs so far with 65 to go. We can do this!!!2
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Hi. Just starting what seems like my millionth time to get fit. Using low carb and walking to get to my goal. I'm 203 now, and 160 is where I want to go. And stay. We winter in Florida, and a swimsuit is NOT a good look for me right now! Anyway, hi!
Time to stop trying and to start doing. I am 64 and in the best shape of my life1 -
Hi, people! I'm slowly, slowly moving on the scale. Finally got below 200. Since my experience tells me scales lie to you, I'm relying on my dedication to using MFP, my clothes are loosening, my energy level is up. I'm only weighing every week or so. It's a downer. We joined the Y with our Silver Sneakers benefit, and we walking 2 miles daily. Giving up my wine has been less painful than I thought. And....drumroll, please. Wore my first pair of yoga pants to walk yesterday. Yep, this Grandma is moving on!4
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You can do this. I'm 70 and still trying. Been on MFP a long time and 47lbs lost.
As your profile names suggests it's for keeps. Log everything to start with and you will gradually pick up new tips along the way. Good luck ckeeps
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I'm 60. I began at 198 at 58 years old and now am 134. These 64 pounds took 18 months. Being older, I eat fewer calories than suggested on MFP and exercise five hours a week, but I do not consume all I burned in calories because I gain weight. Perhaps the algorithm works on younger women; but I've found it to be faulty in my case. I do believe our metabolism slows with age, or at least that's been my experience. With that being said, I am delighted to be this weight! I've gained and lost large amounts over the years, and I'm now looking at mindful eating for the rest of my life. I DO NOT want to go through this again. I want to stay put or drop another five. It's so worth the work. MFP has been a marvelous tool for this journey; I faithfully measure, weigh and record. It keeps me on track. I feel great!6
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I would like to know if you could share a typical day of your meals... this is my downfall just don’t know what to eat within my calorie level0
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Hello All!! I am 62 - down 40 lbs and I think in the best shape I've ever been. Run 5 miles 4x week and have been taking boxing lessons for the last 6 months which has improved my stamina, balance, reflexes, strength, speed and co-ordination. Age Schmage.....lol4
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Wow! You guys give me hope! I'm 61 have lost 11 lbs started at 209 now 197. Every day I'm inspired to do more and be better!3
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ivelisse54 wrote: »I would like to know if you could share a typical day of your meals... this is my downfall just don’t know what to eat within my calorie level
To get food and meal ideas friendpeople with open diaries and you will get lots of tips that way. Good luck0 -
I'm 59. Highest weight 183. Current weight 135. Maintaining for three years now. MFP was the answer for me to understand portion control and better choices nutrition wise. At first it was challenging but when I started seeing results and feeling better it became a lifestyle change. I lost the first 25 lbs on my own (prior MFP) took a long time...knew if I wanted to reach my goal I needed to get serious about making some more changes. Personally that involved bread and pasta for the most part. And realizing that feeling stuffed is miserable no matter how good the meal is.1
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Am 60 and have got serious (again) and dropped some weight over the past 6 months. Still a few more to go and some toning up to do. Not much of a gym guy so looking at alternatives like cycling along path/rail trails and lane swimming to keep me active (along with softball, skiing, and golf that already do). Like to share ideas and such. Friend requests are appreciatwd. Thanks0
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I'm in the same boat. 65 years old and have only been able to maintain weight using MFP but I guess that's better than gaining. I can't seem to get motivated to exercise consistently but when I do exercise I gain weight then get discouraged and quit. How do you get motivated to work out? And what do you do?
Do you have any workout partners? I work out with a small group, and we motivate each other.
Do you do any workout classes? I didn't think I would enjoy them, but I do. Go and see some friends and workout together.
Do you schedule your workouts? I consider another task for the day that has to be done. Put it on a schedule - set your alarm - get up and do it. The hardest part is getting both feet on the floor. I also set out workout clothes the night before. Get dressed - half asleep - while the coffee is heating up.0 -
I'm 62...when I was 59 I stepped into the gym weighing 183 and 1 year later I had lost 50 pounds. It's been nearly 2 years, 3 Mudruns, multiple goals set and met and I am 54 pounds down still today and stronger than I've been in 30 years. I measure everything, weigh everything, pay attention to everything and have no regrets about using that discipline to help maintain my health gains. Start over as many times as you need to but Never. Ever. Give. Up. !2
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I'll be 60 in a few weeks- want to enter my 60's in better shape/health. SW 193 CW 180 TW 155- feel free to friend me0
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