looking for friends 50+ who want to get healthy. lets motivate and laugh together!

Debbiebert
Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
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I am looking forward to getting healthy with new friends who would like to join me. I have been down this road way to many times and really need to meet friends who want to keep each other accountable. I love to laugh and have a good time and would like to meet some great people close to my age who are willing to do more than just hit the like button. I love the lord, I am married with children and just love people and animals. My favorite thing to do is be a goofball and just laugh at nothing. YOU are never to old for that!!
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  • darleenturner
    darleenturner Posts: 79 Member
    Happy to oblige. Still waiting to grow up myself.
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    JoDavo66 wrote: »
    I've been trying to find small supportive group- most end up too big & I can't keep up with posts.
    I'm Jo from Durham in UK. Had to watch weight all the time but having been almost at my target, again, perimenopause hit & I could not loose weight. After another 10lb in lockdown enough is enough. I just need to get my eating controlled!! Do so well then drop the ball! I teach secondary school Science, been married 32 years, have 2 teenage girls & 2 cats.

    perimenopause ahhhhhGRRRRR!! yah I hear yah! My doctor told me I am a late bloomer! ugh I hope it doesn't effect me as well I am trying so hard again!! hope your doing well!
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    darleenturner wrote: »
    Happy to oblige. Still waiting to grow up myself.

    LOve it! I don't think I will ever grow up!! I will be the little old lady getting into trouble in my wheel chair hahah!!
  • Megan_smartiepants1970
    Megan_smartiepants1970 Posts: 43,240 Member
    I will be 50 in December ..... you are welcome to add me ....wishing you much success on your journey :)
  • mrs_angela_cowan
    mrs_angela_cowan Posts: 8 Member
    I'll be 54 in December! 2nd time on MFP. Looking for a lifestyle change & friends. 😊
  • eaturpasta
    eaturpasta Posts: 84 Member
    I am also over 50, struggling to loose 20 pounds and gain friends. I too love to giggle! I have recently found that I like being outside walking, maybe jogging, and appreciating nature. Sunset walks are my favorite! Please add me as a friend if you want support too!
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    so glad that many of you replied... this is great!! we can do this.... lets kick butt together and kick this battle of being cute but fluffy!! :D:p:D:p:D
  • 2essie
    2essie Posts: 2,861 Member
    Am I too old to join you? I am 69 but I think quite fit for my age. I have lost weight during lockdown because I decided to take the opportunity to lose weight as I couldn't go visiting people, or go to restaurants nor on vacation. So, to me it was an ideal time

    I have two dogs that keep me walking three times a day and I am very spasmodic with general exercise.

    I have been with MFP for 8 years and would love to lose about 6lbs. Elusive lbs I might add. Might not sound a lot, but trust me, it is. Most of my friends just hit the like button these days, but I always comment on their achievements. I do prattle on a bit too. Not always about weight or fitness, but if this doesn't bother anyone then please add me as a friend. Thank you
  • cristiwinks
    cristiwinks Posts: 19 Member
    I sent a request to add you.... feel free to include me. I am 50+ and trying to rid myself of 40 lbs. and get toned... I did it before in my life I can do it again.... even though now my metabolism is much slower, I don't want to give up.
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    I hear you ...you sound like me I need to lose the same amount wow!!! Let's do this I just stared again myself...
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    2essie wrote: »
    Am I too old to join you? I am 69 but I think quite fit for my age. I have lost weight during lockdown because I decided to take the opportunity to lose weight as I couldn't go visiting people, or go to restaurants nor on vacation. So, to me it was an ideal time

    I have two dogs that keep me walking three times a day and I am very spasmodic with general exercise.

    I have been with MFP for 8 years and would love to lose about 6lbs. Elusive lbs I might add. Might not sound a lot, but trust me, it is. Most of my friends just hit the like button these days, but I always comment on their achievements. I do prattle on a bit too. Not always about weight or fitness, but if this doesn't bother anyone then please add me as a friend. Thank you

    Not At ALL YOU SOUND GREAT!!!
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    cristiwinks wrote: »
    I sent a request to add you.... feel free to include me. I am 50+ and trying to rid myself of 40 lbs. and get toned... I did it before in my life I can do it again.... even though now my metabolism is much slower, I don't want to give up.

    Started I just started hahaha*
  • Megan_smartiepants1970
    Megan_smartiepants1970 Posts: 43,240 Member
    If anyone is interested in joining a great group with lots of support/motivation I highly recommend you go to the Fat2Fit group have a look around and sign up if you would like :)

    Here is the link:

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10811137/registration-for-new-members-october-2020#latest
  • adhmrh
    adhmrh Posts: 112 Member
    I have been on this rollercoaster a few times. Have finally decided it is time to focus and persevere. I too love the Lord, love to laugh and would love to have a group to be accountable, to encourage and share the journey.
  • Debbiebert
    Debbiebert Posts: 27 Member
    edited October 2020
    Hey EVERYONE!! Is anyone still coming on here and checking in?? I see that a lot of you friended each other that is awwwwwwwsome!! shout out a great big Hello if you see this message!!!

  • mrs_angela_cowan
    mrs_angela_cowan Posts: 8 Member
    Debbiebert wrote: »
    Hey EVERYONE!! Is anyone still coming on here and checking in?? I see that a lot of you friended each other that is awwwwwwwsome!! shout out a great big Hello if you see this message!!!

    Hello!!👋🏽
  • adhmrh
    adhmrh Posts: 112 Member
    Hello!!! :smiley:
  • olehcat
    olehcat Posts: 92 Member
    Hi, I used to be around these here parts about 5 or 6 years ago regularly, but dropped off the face of the earth for the last five years (not really, just crazy life things). I just turned 50 and have a good 60-70 pounds to lose! I am a reading teacher in a private academic preschool, love to write, and I love food and wine a little too much! I will request you as friends (or you can friend me) :)
  • olehcat
    olehcat Posts: 92 Member
    I should add that I have no idea how to friend anybody (I feel so silly since I used to be a regular on this site, lol), but I sent a few of you messages. Feel free to add me!
  • darleenturner
    darleenturner Posts: 79 Member
    Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
    I will be 50 in December ..... you are welcome to add me ....wishing you much success on your journey :)

    What date
  • darleenturner
    darleenturner Posts: 79 Member
    olehcat wrote: »
    Hi, I used to be around these here parts about 5 or 6 years ago regularly, but dropped off the face of the earth for the last five years (not really, just crazy life things). I just turned 50 and have a good 60-70 pounds to lose! I am a reading teacher in a private academic preschool, love to write, and I love food and wine a little too much! I will request you as friends (or you can friend me) :)

    will try and add. Need to log on my computer to do it.
  • RVLife33912
    RVLife33912 Posts: 8 Member
    What an awesome thread! I am in my 50's and new to MFP, I am looking for like minded, supportive friends with open diaries (I love to see what others eat, gives me ideas etc). Feel free to add me, would love to get to know you better!
  • Megan_smartiepants1970
    Megan_smartiepants1970 Posts: 43,240 Member
    darleenturner wrote: »
    Megan_smartiepants1970 wrote: »
    I will be 50 in December ..... you are welcome to add me ....wishing you much success on your journey :)

    What date

    The 29th
  • ajr050969
    ajr050969 Posts: 20 Member
    I'm 51 and I'm back. I lost 30 lbs about 7 years ago on MFP. Sadly I have found those 30 and an additional 20 more. I wanna get healthy again! I'd love to join you all!
  • The_Elephant_Man
    The_Elephant_Man Posts: 207 Member
    I am 53, I have lost 25lbs so far, got another 30+ to go.
  • ajr050969
    ajr050969 Posts: 20 Member
    The_Elephant_Man wrote: »
    I am 53, I have lost 25lbs so far, got another 30+ to go.

    That is an impressive achievement! Good for you!
  • The_Elephant_Man
    The_Elephant_Man Posts: 207 Member
    ajr050969 wrote: »
    The_Elephant_Man wrote: »
    I am 53, I have lost 25lbs so far, got another 30+ to go.

    That is an impressive achievement! Good for you!

    Thank you!!!
  • The_Elephant_Man
    The_Elephant_Man Posts: 207 Member
    Feel free to add me :)

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