The middle agers group. (Upper 30s,40s & 50ish folks)
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Hi there - early 30s here. Feel free to add me!0
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I have tried everything to take this weight off. I hate to say it but I am quite discouraged. I thought if I would reach out to some other mfp people I could get motivated to keep trying. I love to hear what others are doing on their weight loss journey. Thanks for hearing me out.
What have you been trying to do? How much do you want to lose?0 -
46M just started today. I am at 240 and should be at 200lbs. Must be accountable and would love to be challenged by you guys, thank you!0
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Hello chaps. I'm a Janner hailing from the SW of England. 56 years old and not in the best of shape.
Recently bought a sailboat and want to get into better shape for some cruising...
Hey there Janner, congrats on the sailboat that's great. What kind is it and how big? I was in the USAF and I was stationed in England, I loved my time in the UK. Then I was stationed on Diego Garcia - that is where I learned to sail - we learned on a 22' sailboat, had a BLAST.0 -
Ranchin_Around wrote: »Happy Monday!
Almost 44 here. Back on the train as of today. Filled with shakes and salads!
That cake thou..... my goodness. I can look and not touch!
Welcome aboard I too am back on the train. Clean eating, I didn't realize how much I could eat (quantity wise) I stay full and feel much better. Good luck on your journey Ranchin'.
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Nice hike up Marys Peak. I was going to head out for a longer hike, but opted for a shorter option to get home and try out the smoker I inherited since I put some fresh albacore in marinade this morning. So glad I went. It was one of those rare day where you could see waves hitting the coast and the Cascade volcanoes.
Definitely enough room in that thing for much more than a one-pound albacore loin.
WOW - nice pictures, what a view and a terrific place to have to go walking. and fresh smoked albacore sounds great. Oregon is such a beautiful state.
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northviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
I know a person who embraced her grey. I feel she just looks old but then again she is a miserable, negative, angry person so perhaps her personality is just showing on her face
I personally think natural hair colours are best. Then again I just don't have the patience to colour my hair0 -
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northviewvintage wrote: »Nor do I! I think it probably does depend on the individual. I do think negativity tends to show up the face even more as we age.AliNouveau wrote: »northviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
I know a person who embraced her grey. I feel she just looks old but then again she is a miserable, negative, angry person so perhaps her personality is just showing on her face
I personally think natural hair colours are best. Then again I just don't have the patience to colour my hair
I agree. It's amazing how positivity and happiness shines through. Although too with a few friends they have admitted they have just given up! What the heck?!?! This just boggles my mind I'm never giving up1 -
northviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
Emmylou Harris has done it for years. And check Instagram. Lots of ladies on there who have embraced their gray/silver hair. Look for tags like #silversisters. I like the natural look, personally.
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ElTriste1973 wrote: »46M just started today. I am at 240 and should be at 200lbs. Must be accountable and would love to be challenged by you guys, thank you!
Good for you El Triste - I was as high as 243 myself... currently at 223, wanting to get down to 200. How tall are you, I'm 5'8"/.
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Hello there, 46 yr old chap from the UK - but in a major storyline twist, now live in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The covid cooties have meant I have poured on the weight and would really enjoy doing this in the company of other, like minded folks! Please add me!1
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Good morning middle agers
northviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
Luckily my daughter is a hairdresser so maintenance isn't a big deal. I went from dark to blonde and love it.
Some ladies are lucky enough to go a beautiful white.. I'm hoping for that eventually.2 -
Holy Moley i found a killer YouTube workout channel. Barlates. I have worked out all my life and I was introduced by a friend to Pilates before it was cool and this stuff kicks my butt! I've started doing the easy workouts and even those are killer..... do-able but killer. Totally recommend them if you want to be super challenged3
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I have tried everything to take this weight off. I hate to say it but I am quite discouraged. I thought if I would reach out to some other mfp people I could get motivated to keep trying. I love to hear what others are doing on their weight loss journey. Thanks for hearing me out.
For me, logging and weighing my food was critical. Like many people here, I had tried and failed to lose weight over the years. I had an MFP account for several years, but didn't use it. In 2017, I started a weight loss program and plateaued after losing about twenty pounds.
I was talking to a friend who is a nurse and works primarily with children with diabetes. I was whining about the slow loss. She asked me, "Are you logging your food?". I had to say "Not really". She said "Try logging on MFP for a month and see it that works." She was correct. I was eating too many calories, which is why I had plateaued.
Started logging regularly and lost another 25 pounds over the next 6 months and another 15 over next two years. That's what worked for me. That and all the support from the fine folks here.
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northviewvintage wrote: »You are so lucky to have her! I cut my own hair(look left) and was quite proud of myself, but I don't think I will try a hair dye myself. I'll have to go tinseled..slimgirljo15 wrote: »Good morning middle agersnorthviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
Luckily my daughter is a hairdresser so maintenance isn't a big deal. I went from dark to blonde and love it.
Some ladies are lucky enough to go a beautiful white.. I'm hoping for that eventually.
I'm sure you'll rock the tinsel 😄2 -
Hello, go ahead and add me I am 382
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northviewvintage wrote: »You are so lucky to have her! I cut my own hair(look left) and was quite proud of myself, but I don't think I will try a hair dye myself. I'll have to go tinseled..slimgirljo15 wrote: »Good morning middle agersnorthviewvintage wrote: »What do you all think about just going gray naturally? One of my Grandmother's sisters died her hair black all the way into her 90s, and looked really good. I think it makes me look like a 30 year old that had a rough night, so I think I'm just going to let it grow out and embrace the gray.
Luckily my daughter is a hairdresser so maintenance isn't a big deal. I went from dark to blonde and love it.
Some ladies are lucky enough to go a beautiful white.. I'm hoping for that eventually.
I'm sure you'd look great anyway you go.1 -
Luckily my daughter is a hairdresser so maintenance isn't a big deal. I went from dark to blonde and love it.
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I'm sure you'll rock the tinsel 😄[/quote]
I'm sure she would.1 -
Welcome the motivation boost from anyone. 3
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Seems like I've found my people. I'll be 37 in a few days.3
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QueenZeeIsm wrote: »Seems like I've found my people. I'll be 37 in a few days.
I didn't know you were lost lol ~ welcome.2 -
I hate the cold so heat for me!1
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39... Tryin to get back to my pre-covid season weight.3
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Anyone have experience with knee issues?
My right knee has felt a bit unstable and today I stood up and for about 2 minutes couldn't put any weight on it. It is sore to touch too on the inside. I'm going to rest it this weekend, well I was hoping to go in a hike cause we're going to a cottage up north but that's rest right? Most of my joints pop and crackle but this seems to be getting weird. Old joints are annoying1 -
Hi everybody. I've been using mfp silently for a while but would love to have some friends.
I lost 80lbs 7 years ago and got pregnant. Had my baby and got to my goal again.. had another a few years later and back to goal.
I like to run and use Zwift for indoor cycling.. I often have treats but all within my calorie allowance.1 -
AliNouveau wrote: »Anyone have experience with knee issues?
My right knee has felt a bit unstable and today I stood up and for about 2 minutes couldn't put any weight on it. It is sore to touch too on the inside. I'm going to rest it this weekend, well I was hoping to go in a hike cause we're going to a cottage up north but that's rest right? Most of my joints pop and crackle but this seems to be getting weird. Old joints are annoying
Yes I have... or should I say I do. I always used to laugh at the "old" folks who said I can feel rain coming in my knee. Now.... I guess I'm the old guy now.
My left knee acts up a lot. I try to do even body weight squats, then it'll give out on me. It doesn't really pop, just hurts when I squat. I can walk with no major issues, but if I try to run... no go. If I walk more than 45 minutes, then when I get back home, it'll ache... bad.1 -
Hi everybody. I've been using mfp silently for a while but would love to have some friends.
I lost 80lbs 7 years ago and got pregnant. Had my baby and got to my goal again.. had another a few years later and back to goal.
I like to run and use Zwift for indoor cycling.. I often have treats but all within my calorie allowance.
Hi Lana ~ Lost 80 lbs? Way to go!!! I'm on my way down.... I've lost a mere 10 lbs in about 2 months.... I'd love to lose 2 stone.
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unforgettable2010 wrote: »39... Tryin to get back to my pre-covid season weight.
Hi brother - I've been working from home since middle of March.... sadly my weight jumped up about 5lbs before I said no more. So, for the last 3 months I've over hauled my eating - started to get more physical and stopped feeling sorry. I've dropped 10lbs.0 -
northviewvintage wrote: »I have to be careful because I have lost some cartiledge in my kneecaps (because of the way my knees are aligned or something) so if I do really heavy aerobics or running, fluid builds up behind my knee for 2 or 3 days and it hurts to walk. It's probably not that, but just putting it out there. Hope you feel better today!!!AliNouveau wrote: »Anyone have experience with knee issues?
My right knee has felt a bit unstable and today I stood up and for about 2 minutes couldn't put any weight on it. It is sore to touch too on the inside. I'm going to rest it this weekend, well I was hoping to go in a hike cause we're going to a cottage up north but that's rest right? Most of my joints pop and crackle but this seems to be getting weird. Old joints are annoying
Ouch be careful. I am wondering if I have something with the knee cap. When I look at my knees it looks wonky. Haha1
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