40’s ladies... support and updates

seamonster111
seamonster111 Posts: 18 Member
in Motivation and Support
I’m 44...2 young kids... got about 35 pounds to lose and am on a lifestyle change journey.
If you’re up for some chats about your progress and supporting other ladies please reply and add me! 😀
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  • Emdiggity
    Emdiggity Posts: 3 Member
    I'm 42....I'd like to lose around 40 lbs.
  • Klmom123
    Klmom123 Posts: 91 Member
    46 , 3 children , trying to lose 10 lbs, and keep it off . I’ve done it before with mfp but it keeps coming back a few months after 👎
  • lintlin
    lintlin Posts: 32 Member
    Hi ladies,

    I'm 43, looking to lose about 25 pounds, just finishing up my master's degree while working full time, and a fresh grandma to boot. It's been a long 2 years, but am looking forward to taking control over my life again. I'm looking for a supportive network and am happy to support, as well.

    Looking forward to the journey!
  • ka97
    ka97 Posts: 1,984 Member
    I'm 43, no kids, 12lbs to lose (again)
  • Courtscan2
    Courtscan2 Posts: 499 Member
    I'm 41, about 10lbs to lose (have already lost 10), have 2 girls aged 7 and 10, work full time and working on masters degree :) Currently on my fitness more than anything, as I've had a few injuries on the last couple of years that have really made me appreciate that I need to take care of my body, and make sure it is working to it's full potential for as long as possible. Nice to meet you all!
  • oann223
    oann223 Posts: 4 Member
    I'm 47 3 kids add me
  • angelajmrn
    angelajmrn Posts: 63 Member
    48, 2 adult children (22 & 18). Lots to lose. Add me :)
  • beckychooks
    beckychooks Posts: 1 Member
    I’m 43, 2 sons, working full time. Have let the pounds pile on since returning to work full time ( 4 years) since I consider food/drink/ eating out to be my ‘reward’ for working hard 😂! Need to lose at least 28lb and would like some friends please 👍🏻.
  • zusibaby1
    zusibaby1 Posts: 29 Member
    Hi you all... I'm 45 need to loose 20lbs.... I have 3 sons (fur babies) I got off track back in April and just can't seem to get back on track... I had the lap band done in 2010 and want from 278 to 170... I am now back to 185.... I know what my problem is (alcohol and junk food) but it's so hard to stay away from my adult beverages... I work graveyard shifts so when I get out of work I'm usually too tired to want to exercise... Always eager and willing to offer support and motivation to others who are on the same journey...
  • Mommytyme
    Mommytyme Posts: 61 Member
    edited August 2018
    Hi everyone! I'm 42 w/3 kids. I have 30lbs to loose and am looking to add people for motivation & support. I'm willing to support you along your journey as well! Let's do this ladies! Fab & fit @ 40
  • jandmmom
    jandmmom Posts: 1 Member
    Hi!
    I’m 41 next Tuesday, after gaining and losing 40-60 lbs multiple times over the past 10 years I’m ready to lose weight and feel healthy again...I want to start with 20 lbs and go from there. I have a lot of muscle still, just need to get rid of the fat over it 😳. I have 2 girls, husband, dog, 3 cats, work partime, sell at the farmers market and am supposed to be working on a certificate program. I need support and motivation!!!!
  • Losingweightforgood2019
    Losingweightforgood2019 Posts: 173 Member
    45 here. Need to lose about 55.
  • MsBobLoblaw
    MsBobLoblaw Posts: 171 Member
    Hi there. Feel free to add me. I'm 44 with 3 adult kids. I'm a full time student working on a second bachelor's and I'm also an artist. Aiming to lose 25 lb.
  • PRChica2015
    PRChica2015 Posts: 30 Member
    Hi! I'm 40, 2 kids, 20-25 pounds to lose. Feel free to add me (just rejoined and can't remember how to do it)! :-)
  • jackie_van_d
    jackie_van_d Posts: 75 Member
    Hi, Jackie, 47 (peri menopause is kicking my @$$). 2 kids ones leaving for school and ones moving out.
    Lost 60 since January gained 8 back and besides that 8 another 20 to go.
    I log daily (600+ day streak) and need to get back to my way of eating and back to walking
    I’ve added most of you all, if I didn’t, please feel free to add me
  • amgreenwell
    amgreenwell Posts: 1,267 Member
    Hi all. I'm 42 and need to lose about 7 lbs. I've had two babies in two years and needless to say the weight has not been melting off. I've worked hard on eating right and exercising. My diary is open to friends so add me if you'd like. I can't do my normal exercise (run) right now b/c I have a hip flexor injury but I start physical therapy tomorrow and I'm looking forward to getting back to it soon. For now CICO is working and I'm sticking to it.
    I also eat heart healthy as my husband and I both have high cholesterol.
  • Beeingthin
    Beeingthin Posts: 40 Member
    I’m still new to fitness pal and haven’t had the time to navigate it so not sure how to add friends and such. I’m 40 years old, had 3 kids in just under 3 years and I’m trying to lose 25 lbs.
  • LittleTee76
    LittleTee76 Posts: 13 Member
    Hi I'm 42 with three boys! I need to lose 30-40 lbs. I'm doing HIIT workouts and lots of walking. Trying to eat right, reduce stress and manage my life! Feel free to add me!
  • brobinson0624
    brobinson0624 Posts: 5 Member
    Just turned 40 a few months back. I’m 5’8 and started at 155 down to 147. After working all day, I just lack the motivation to exercise. Slowly shedding lbs but it’s a lot harder to do nowadays.
  • LisaJV
    LisaJV Posts: 10 Member
    Hi, I’m 43, aiming to lose about 28 pounds, can’t stand going to the gym, so exercise is mainly yoga and walking. Wine & Cheese is my downfall!
  • WendyWelton
    WendyWelton Posts: 1 Member
    I’m 46, 5’4”, have twin boys (teens) that I homeschool, a 19-year-old niece who lives with us, and I have about 55 lbs to lose. I had a 525-day streak of meal/exercise logging during which I somehow gained 11 lbs. 😩 I have no idea (apparently) how to lose weight and keep it off. Did Keto 2 years ago SUPER STRICT for 6 months, lost 28 lbs. and the second I added any off-keto foods, I gained it all back. I can’t maintain keto with active teens who need to be driven around all the time. So frustrated and hoping for some support and advice that will actually be sustainable for me. Help!!
  • kimber0607
    kimber0607 Posts: 994 Member
    edited August 2018
    Im 45 (5'8)..feels like forever but I'm finally down from around 151 to 138.5 :)
    Im eating about 1400 cals a day.....i try not to weigh myself more than twice a month....recently i waited 17 days to jump on the scale and i was bummed it only budged one pound...but when i weighed myself next time after 14 days it was down another 1.5 pounds...slow and steady and as I get closer to my goal weight it will come off even slower....

    kim
  • RosieRosie1975
    RosieRosie1975 Posts: 82 Member
    43 and around 40lb to loose ms sea monster...would love to follow your journey
  • lbrules
    lbrules Posts: 32 Member
    Hi all! I am 47, 5'5" and 169lbs. Yuck! That hurts to type that. I have gained almost 30lbs in one year (on and off again) My heaviest weight was 10 years ago at 190lbs. I worked hard and kept it off (down to 143lbs) until now. About me and my woes: My mom diagnosed with cancer for the 3rd time. This time is terminal. Basically a waiting game. I eat my worries and lack motivation. Joined a kick boxing class, love it, but it's hard to make myself go to it. My biggest drawbacks are the weekends. I can spend all week keeping track, walking etc. but come the weekend it's beer and no motivation to keep on track. It was hard in my 30's to lose weight, but I am finding it harder now. Is this pre menopause? I hate that I am struggling so much this time around. I hate that I can't fit my clothes anymore. Eating healthy is not a problem for me. It's sticking to it on the weekends and snacking while watching T.V. that is my biggest problem.
  • Losingweightforgood2019
    Losingweightforgood2019 Posts: 173 Member
    lbrules wrote: »
    Hi all! I am 47, 5'5" and 169lbs. Yuck! That hurts to type that. I have gained almost 30lbs in one year (on and off again) My heaviest weight was 10 years ago at 190lbs. I worked hard and kept it off (down to 143lbs) until now. About me and my woes: My mom diagnosed with cancer for the 3rd time. This time is terminal. Basically a waiting game. I eat my worries and lack motivation. Joined a kick boxing class, love it, but it's hard to make myself go to it. My biggest drawbacks are the weekends. I can spend all week keeping track, walking etc. but come the weekend it's beer and no motivation to keep on track. It was hard in my 30's to lose weight, but I am finding it harder now. Is this pre menopause? I hate that I am struggling so much this time around. I hate that I can't fit my clothes anymore. Eating healthy is not a problem for me. It's sticking to it on the weekends and snacking while watching T.V. that is my biggest problem.

    Is there some thing else healthy you can choose to snack on on the weekends? Maybe stocking on that would help?
  • georgialanes
    georgialanes Posts: 6 Member
    I'm 45 and currently at my heaviest - 170 :s I am 5'2" and my goal is to lose 40 but would be happy with 30! I am a single mom of 2 high school girls. I work full-time and struggle with motivation at the end of the day. I have a lot of pain in my hips that my doctor says is just "mild" arthritis but it definitely keeps me from being able to do too much physical activity. I started using MFP, tracking calories and activity a couple months ago.
    Just lacking motivation and need get my butt in gear!

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