60 yrs and up
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Wow @swimmom_1 , that's really great!0
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@BCLadybug888
Thank you so much! I haven't been this light in about 6 years! I can't get lax like the last time.1 -
Hi, I've justed started on here again after a couple of years' break and a lot of weight gained. I'm 64.3
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Welcome back Kathie.1
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Haha! Oops. I did mean you @swimmom_1
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You know, I have a mum of 3 as an MFP friend, and it really drove home when she posted about food prep, etc that as a retired, 60+ person - I have it so easy!
So although there maybe some obstacles that come with weightloss & aging, there sure are some benefits! At least for me, in my position. I can focus on me. And I am sooo grateful. And I also have all the wisdom of my previous efforts 😉👌 😁7 -
BCLadybug888 wrote: »You know, I have a mum of 3 as an MFP friend, and it really drove home when she posted about food prep, etc that as a retired, 60+ person - I have it so easy!
So although there maybe some obstacles that come with weightloss & aging, there sure are some benefits! At least for me, in my position. I can focus on me. And I am sooo grateful. And I also have all the wisdom of my previous efforts 😉👌 😁
This is exactly how I feel. For me, the best part is that in the winter months I now get to walk, ski, snowshoe, or hike, in daylight! When I worked full-time I would stop at the gym on my way home (of course it was also the busiest time at the gym) and the only time I was able to be outside in daylight was on the weekends. I would walk the dog in the dark. I would go skiing in the dark. But now I get to do it all during the day! 🙂
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Greetings, all. Got a weekend away Saturday and Sunday. Helped to unwind a little bit. Scale was up big this morning - no surprise. Should settle out in a couple of days. Ready for more fun and games! HAHA!😆😁 Trying to maintain my "attitude of gratitude".
Keep fighting the good fight, people! You all are an inspiration to me!9 -
Just dropping in to say hi and hope everyone had a great weekend.1
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Hello, everyone. I'm trying again, but need to try harder. I need to eat less when I'm cooking! Just went up 1.6 lbs since yesterday. I overdid it with Chinese cooking. I lose, start cooking (nothing exaggeratedly unhealthy), eat, plateau, gain, and get frustrated. Where is my will power of the past?
So happy my little Boston Terrier is better. Really worried last Friday.
Will exercise today, bike and pulleys, finish housework (ughh), get back on constructive schedule and be mindful of my eating!
Have a good day!3 -
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Just checking in to see how everyone's week is going so far. I have been tracking my food everyday and have been at or below my Calorie goal. I got out to walk 2 times so far. My goal next week is to walk at least 3 days. I usually walk for about 25/30 at our local arena as it has a nice level walking path. My knees, hip and back have been very sore this week. I had an acupuncture and massage appointment this week hoping that they would help with the pain. I have had acupuncture before and it seemed to help for awhile. The massage therapy is new and I preferred it to the acupuncture as I felt it help more.
My name is Sherri and I live on British Columbia.
Good luck to everyone and have a great weekend2 -
@SharGetsHealthy
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Hey @Sistersue3285 - I am from BC too! Hello! Good for you getting out and walking.
Everyone that has a little pedaller:
- do you actually use yours? How & when.
- if you were to purchase a new one, would you get the same one, or ?? Brand/model recommendations please 🙏
Thanks group! 😊1 -
Good morning all. I thought I wrote in to join, but maybe I posted somewhere else by accident.
I'm 64, facing bariatric surgery, and want to do all I can to not have to do that. I've got a goal to lose 125 pounds. Bad knees, bad back, heart condition but I want to be healthier and lighter.
I want to look back in 3-5 years and say I'm glad I did this.
Support, encouragement, accountability, Joy and laughter is what I'm looking for.8 -
Welcome to those new and returning!
Yes, this stuff can work for our demographic. I used MFP while losing 50+ pounds (class 1 obese to a healthy weight) back in 2015-16 when I was 59-60, and have been maintaining a healthy weight since, still using MFP routinely, now age 66.
Dunno whether it's easier for men, or not . . . I've never been one. 😉
Seems like time I should report in, just to wave at y'all, and cheer y'all on, whatever your current goals may be. Usually, I'm doing that quietly from the sidelines, reading the thread regularly and enjoying everyone's updates. Keep 'em coming: If we don't encourage each other, who will?
I've been totally boring, so nothing useful to post here: Other than going out for groceries and what-not, and getting meals and workouts in, I'm not doing much worth describing.
Thanks to a few post-holiday indulgences, I'm still sitting a little (1.6 pounds this AM) above the midpoint of maintenance range, but not too stressed about it. I'm doing OK on strength training (which I try to add back into my routine in January), and alternating machine rowing and stationary bike 6 days a week.
We got 10-12" or so of snow on Wednesday, but I was already quite hibernate-y, so it was nice to look at, not much inconvenience. That's not massive snow in some places, but it's unusual (not unique) all in one day for us here in mid-Michigan. My (80-year-old) neighbor, who is a prince of kindness, drove his riding snow-blower over - twice! - and cleared my driveway, saving me several hours of shoveling. (I don't mind shoveling; it's a good workout. But it's nice not to have to bother.)
This is a view of the back yard, part way through the snow accumulation: It's kind of Christmas-card-like, when we get a snow that's fluffy because it's cold, and there's no wind to blow it off the trees and such.
Have a great, productive February everyone!7 -
Beautiful @AnnPT77
I think that hibernating thing is wonderful sometimes. I've been finding myself at a bit of a plateau and with the weather as it is, I haven't been hiking. I'm still in the pool twice a week and working out at Orange Theory once a week. Without those extra exercise calories, I find myself going over my food limit a bit more often.
I'm going to take a ten day maintenance break. I did that back in October for one week. It was really helpful and I gained so much confidence that I can maintain once I get to a goal weight that works for me. I'm also hoping that it will reset things so the weight loss begins again. I'll be logging every day and still here, but it will be nice to relax just a little. I've come a long way and have much to celebrate. Changing from a goal of two pounds a week to a half pound a week gives me an extra 400 calories each day. I'll still eat back half of the extra exercise calories.
I'm planning a trip to Botswana in May with my son and sister and I'm hoping to be in a size 14 by then, maybe down another 10-12 pounds. (Fingers crossed that the trip will go.) I found some really nice safari pants at Goodwill that are a 14. 5 -
alteredsteve175 wrote: »@SbetaK and @swimmom_1 - Thought of you two when I saw this meme. Thanks for all you do.
Thank you Steve! Appreciate the support, and hope that all of us here are giving it back to each other.1 -
Hi All. I’ve been away for awhile. Had surgery a week ago ( female stuff😏), and have been quite stressed out while waiting for my surgery. Of course I managed to gain back all the weight I lost. Even though I gained pounds, I feel extremely motivated now. I realize I must do this to get healthy.
It’s been brutally cold here recently, and we’ve had a lot of snow. Another one of my excuses! Starting to bundle up and walk anyway. I’ve always found it hard to breathe in really cold air. Believe it or not as a kid I Used to use a piece of fur as a filter over my mouth. It warmed the air. I can make excuses until the cows come home.
Today, I used the elliptical. My goal was 10 minutes, and I managed 20. Made me feel hopeful.7 -
Melwillbehealthy wrote: »Hi All. I’ve been away for awhile. Had surgery a week ago ( female stuff😏), and have been quite stressed out while waiting for my surgery. Of course I managed to gain back all the weight I lost. Even though I gained pounds, I feel extremely motivated now. I realize I must do this to get healthy.
It’s been brutally cold here recently, and we’ve had a lot of snow. Another one of my excuses! Starting to bundle up and walk anyway. I’ve always found it hard to breathe in really cold air. Believe it or not as a kid I Used to use a piece of fur as a filter over my mouth. It warmed the air. I can make excuses until the cows come home.
Today, I used the elliptical. My goal was 10 minutes, and I managed 20. Made me feel hopeful.
If you just had surgery last week, there's probably some water retention going on from that (related to healing). Maybe you've not gained back as much as it may seem? I hope you're sticking close to maintenance calories for a bit for healing purposes. I didn't do that after laparoscopic gallbladder removal, came to realize it would've been better to wait for a bit before going back into major calorie deficit. But you know best, have discussed with your doctor, etc., I'm sure. Wishing you a speedy and smooth recovery - hope the surgery had the intended good effects, whatever that may be!1 -
Thanks Ann. I've started using a new Fitbit my son gave me. It doesn't seem to have a set calorie goal, but does create a deficit for weight loss. I'm eating a lot of calories, but healthy ones. I will find out in a few weeks if the surgery had a good outcome. While I wait, I'd like to drop some weight but I will call the doctor soon to ask about healing issues. Good point I hadn't thought of.
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Greetings, all. Haven't checked in here in a few days.
My wife's cancer battle goes on. Everyone's cranky - no fun for anyone. My sister in law is coming to visit my wife in a couple of weeks. She can't get here soon enough to suit me. HAHA! 😁 She provides some relief for the rest of us and my wife is in a better mood during and after her visits.
Been doing some late night snacking - stress eating. I know better, but that doesn't stop me sometimes. Planning to go to the gym tonight.That should help.
Good to see you all working on your goals. Thanks for letting me vent here for a minute. Take care.12 -
@alteredsteve175 I hope you continue to take the best care of yourself that you can alteredsteve175 , while going thru this trying time for your family.0
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Hi all, some of you I already know. :-) I need to get into more of a habit of checking in here.
I've been in maintenance for about a month. The weight is right where I want it but still trying to find a way to maintain in a sustainable way, I don't think I've found it. I've been sedentary for about a month, having had and recovering from surgery. Boredom and being in the house factor in.
Prayers and support, @alteredsteve175 .5 -
Did my Elliptical today for 280 minutes for 18.14 miles and 2 hours later had a nail appointment. While getting that done my legs started ache and throb. So I asked if this one girl had time for a pedicure afterwards. She did and with the massage and hot stone massage the achiness was gone. It was a great treat!5
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(Oops, posted in error - apologies!)1
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