Over 50 Group?

katiohyayme
katiohyayme Posts: 5 Member
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I’m just starting back on MFP after a 3 year hiatus. I got tired of counting calories every darn day, but I’ve had little success with other methods. I am also using intermittent fasting techniques, but have found that I am just shoving more food into me during my eating window!! So frustrating! I’m going to attempt a combo of tracking calories and intermittent fasting!! Looking forward to some supportive conversations.
Thanks

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  • kamaboko1
    kamaboko1 Posts: 28 Member
    Great post. I too want to do intermittent fasting. And yes, there needs to be an over 50 group.
  • chogila
    chogila Posts: 2 Member
    I try to keep active by cycling thrice a week and walkin 2 days but I enjoy eating and the brakes don't work !! Now on MFP hoping some guilt sets in and start streamlining my bulk !!
  • Ikeeptrying2
    Ikeeptrying2 Posts: 156 Member
    There are many of us here 50+

    Regardless of age, we are all in this together.

    Don't give up and eventually you will find the right combination of 'things' that work best for you.
  • crossme78
    crossme78 Posts: 5 Member
    Feel free to add me...just signed up!
  • AnnPT77
    AnnPT77 Posts: 34,168 Member
    Welcome to MFP!

    You could try one of these:

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10814463/women-ages-50-for-november-2020
    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10718336/60-yrs-and-up
    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/100593-over-50-group

    That last one's a bit low-traffic, but still has active admins, so it would be better to go there and revitalize it than start a competitive group, I think.

    I lost 50+ pounds here back in 2015, obese to a healthy weight, at age 59-60. I've been maintaining in a healthy range since, most recently taking advantage of reduced temptations during pandemic to help me with losing a few vanity pounds in maintenance. I'll be 65 in about a week.
  • katiohyayme
    katiohyayme Posts: 5 Member
    Thanks everyone for your comments! Today is my first day logging my calorie intake to lose weight! I used the diary yesterday just to log and see what my weight would be like if I continued to eat in that way! Always such an eye opener! Just had my lunch and I still have 780 calories for dinner! Yay!
    If anyone is interested in intermittent fasting you could read or look at the books: The Obesity Code written by Dr. Jason Fung. Very interesting.
    And for a lay person’s experience with IF a good book is ... cant remember the name , but the author is Gin Stephens. She’s very popular and has a podcast too. Her latest book is called , Fast, Feast, Repeat! And I would never want to compete with another group here, but if there is no over 50 with an IF combo then maybe that’s this group!? Lmk what you think!!
  • razrbak94
    razrbak94 Posts: 18 Member
    In for the 50+ group... and welcome from another newb.
  • momof4poodles
    momof4poodles Posts: 2 Member
    I’d join a 50+ group. I’m new to MFP too. But I’m certainly not new to dieting. 😕
  • katiohyayme
    katiohyayme Posts: 5 Member
    I guess we can start our own! Are either cog you interested in intermittent fasting as well?
  • katiohyayme
    katiohyayme Posts: 5 Member
    Do any of you know how to become”friends” ya know? I just don’t know how to add people as friends?
  • Ikeeptrying2
    Ikeeptrying2 Posts: 156 Member
    katiohyayme wrote: »
    Do any of you know how to become”friends” ya know? I just don’t know how to add people as friends?

    https://support.myfitnesspal.com/hc/en-us/articles/360032625191-How-do-I-invite-a-current-member-to-be-my-friend-on-MyFitnessPal-
  • OkanaganSummers
    OkanaganSummers Posts: 2 Member
    Into my 56th year and finally getting diet under control - 20 lbs off in the past 3 months - reduced carb intake, caloric deficit and regular exercise - thanks MFP for a great app!

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