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40+ and goal of 80-100lbs to lose

dsak
dsak Posts: 367 Member
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
I've actually been on MFP for a few months, but never introduced myself.

I'm 46.... overweight... and trying to become more healthy. I want to lose 80-100lbs total. I've lost 39lbs so far... since March. I have 2 small children (6 and 2), and I work full-time. Just looking for MFP FRIENDS who I can relate with and are in the same position as me. I've been doing pretty OK so far with weight loss, but... it gets harder and harder, and I find that I now need more support and encouragement. I figured it was about time I get some MFP FRIENDS!!! :smile:

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  • HeatherrSue
    HeatherrSue Posts: 106 Member
    Thank you for the friend add this morning. I think the very best thing you can do is go public with your weight loss. When I first started, I went public to my family and friends on Facebook and there was mornings, it was extemely hard for me to keep on going and someone would leave a comment that said, "Wow you're doing great"...that was enough to make me get up and go for one more day. I have a lot of friends over 40 who have lost alot and hit their goals. You can do it to! I have a group on FB at www.facebook.com/moveitandloseit where we all try to motivate and support eachother if you'd like to join us there too. I love MFP too. Its great for me to see all my numbers everyday. Best of luck to you!
  • hnodine
    hnodine Posts: 28 Member
    I've actually been on MFP for a few months, but never introduced myself.

    I'm 46.... overweight... and trying to become more healthy. I want to lose 80-100lbs total. I've lost 39lbs so far... since March. I have 2 small children (6 and 2), and I work full-time. Just looking for MFP FRIENDS who I can relate with and are in the same position as me. I've been doing pretty OK so far with weight loss, but... it gets harder and harder, and I find that I now need more support and encouragement. I figured it was about time I get some MFP FRIENDS!!! :smile:

    Welcome! We are here to help you out. Anytime you have questions, just let us know! I'm getting back into a healthy lifestyle currently. I'm working on losing the 65 lbs I lost in 2008, then gained back. It's all about staying focused, eating healthy, and exercising! You can do it!
  • shazzamax11
    shazzamax11 Posts: 154
    Hi,
    congrats on your weight loss.
    I need to lose approx 52lbs.........its a great site. Feel free to add me if you want to.
    Shaz
  • PJoy6
    PJoy6 Posts: 38 Member
    Congratulations on your weight loss! sounds like you are doing great, but I understand it's hard to keep going.
    Just have to keep your eye on the ultimate goal of being healthy and feeling good.
  • tallteacher
    tallteacher Posts: 74 Member
    Hello! I just started MFP on Monday, and I'm on every day. I just sent you a friend request because I'm also over 40 with a toddler. :)
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