MOTIVATION & ACCOUNTABILITY
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Also 57. Have gained back much of the 63 pounds I initially lost years ago. And now (thank you, Aging) I’m having health problems. So I’m back and determined to lose weight again. But it’s harder this time for…reasons. Hormonal changes. Full time desk job, etc. … Glad you posted. I welcome MFP friends and could use some “You go Girl!” energy.6
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@23Bougie Thank you for commenting and all of the other comments too. I'm 59 and back at it again to lose 30 lbs. I need like minded people too on this journey. I've used MFP in the past but not the community. I don't use FB or other social media so this is a great communication tool for me. I can't keep using Covid and menopause as my out for weight gain. I'd like to be friends on here with everyone as well.4
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Hi all, I'm a repeat user, too many times to count. I'm almost 50, married 27 years, and have over 50 pounds to lose. I've never lost any significant weight before, just lose and regain the same 20 pounds. I think menopause is really messing with my efforts, as regardless of what I'm doing, i continue to gain in areas I never had issue with. Most days i want to give up, but i keep telling myself i am worth it, and can do it. I'm trying to trick myself into success by setting many small goals that have nothing to do with weight in hopes that it actually has to do with weight! LOL like 3 x 10 minute walks per day, drink more water, get 8hrs sleep...maybe it'll work. I am aiming for consistency. If I can help support or encourage anyone on here, please feel free to add me and perhaps we can do this together. Good luck everyone, keep crushing those goals!5
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I just LOVE that people are joining in to this discussion! So many of us with menopause weight gain struggles! I hear you!!!
Consistency with food while adding in the exercise and sleep are common issues! Let’s keep cheering each other along!
I had a good day today and hope everyone else is doing well! 😊3 -
Haven't done any exercise since this original post other than cleaning one day. Feeling down on myself a bit but also glad I've stayed within my 1200/day calorie limit. Hopefully that keeps me from gaining and might even help me to lose. I'm gonna try to keep strictly to the calorie in/calorie out weight loss tactic even if it's keto.3
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Hi! I too am mid 50's, and a VMF. Back to MFP again after a battle with cancer that threw any kind of sensible eating out the window every other week. I was in remission for 2 years before it came back last year. I've been watching the scale creep up and need to lose about 12 pounds. Would love to have you as a friend and anyone else who responded to help keep us all accountable on our journey!6
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I got my workout in today. I did Body Beast Legs Build video. I had a fractured left ankle in mid-May and it healed nicely. I've been going to physical therapy 1/week since the end of June for plantar fasciitis. It has really helped. I'm not in pain anymore. So glad for that. One day at at time is what I keep telling myself. Hope everyone has had a good day so far!3
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So I bought a pretty journal and have set up a little habit tracker for the month of September. Things like get 8 hours of sleep, drink 120 Oz water a day, track every meal in MFP, do 3 10 minute walks per day. Also threw in some things like read 25 pages of a book....hoping that I can be consistent at these very small goals until they become habits. I am hoping to reward my self for consistency vs rewarding for weight loss...I hope that by tackling my journey in a different way ,it will finally work. Hope everyone is having a good day!3
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I got back to the gym again! Checking in a little early…. Will finish my food log in a bit. Hope everyone has had a great day!2
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Do we want to do a weekly weight check in here? I’ve had a few messages from people who might like that….2
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Hi everyone! I love the idea of an over 50 support group. I am 56 and have over 50# to lose. I recently got remarried to an evening snacker and a real life Santa who loves sweets. I need to get back good habits! I did it before..I/we can do it again. We are all here because we want it!4
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I watched a Netflix show about living to 100, title was something about living in blue zones. If you watch the last episode's first 15min it'll sum it up nicely in case you don't have time to watch all 4 episodes. It had great tips on everyday exercise, support/motivation, and of course the common aspects all the 100 year olds have in common. Highly recommend
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WEEKLY WEIGH IN for those interested!
I am going to weigh in on Fridays. This will REALLY help me with accountability. I have gained a few pounds (which happens) so I think having a place to document where we can cheer and encourage each other on will be helpful! Join in however you see fit! Do what works for you in terms of day of week, units of measurement etc. Of course there are also many non-scale victories to acknowledge as well. Below is the template I am starting with. Feel free to copy/paste, edit… to best meet your needs. 😊
SEPTEMBER 2023 weekly weigh-in
Starting weight: 165 lbs
Goal weight: 125 lbs
9/01 163 (-2)
9/08
9/15
9/22
9/29
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57, very married female looking for community to help me lose 40 pounds. I’m discouraged that I’ve gotten to this point and need some encouragement! I’ve done it before so I know I can do it! I know what and how to do it, just need accountability to help me stay consistent and motivated! CW: 164 GW 125
I’m not new to MFP as far as diary and tracking macros, but definitely new to the “community” aspect of this app. Any help with navigating this side of things is also appreciated 😊. TY
Excuse me for asking but what the heck does very married mean? lol1 -
xbowhunter wrote: »57, very married female looking for community to help me lose 40 pounds. I’m discouraged that I’ve gotten to this point and need some encouragement! I’ve done it before so I know I can do it! I know what and how to do it, just need accountability to help me stay consistent and motivated! CW: 164 GW 125
I’m not new to MFP as far as diary and tracking macros, but definitely new to the “community” aspect of this app. Any help with navigating this side of things is also appreciated 😊. TY
Excuse me for asking but what the heck does very married mean? lol
Pardon for speaking for her but I think,
It very much implies she's not interested in male attention, who want anything more than to just support.
I've said the same thing around MFP because some dudes can be gross, needy, overzealous with their intimate ambitions lol.
She is VERY married,
It's a polite: move along boys.
Kind of thing. Hahahah I like it
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Joining the Friday weigh-ins (doing calorie deficit with goal of ~1200/day plus walking).
Starting weight: 194 lbs
Goal weight: 140 lbs
9/01 190 (-4) tbh it's mostly water weight, I'm sure it'll be slower moving forward.
9/08
9/15
9/22
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desertbloom415 wrote: »Joining the Friday weigh-ins (doing calorie deficit with goal of ~1200/day plus walking).
Starting weight: 194 lbs
Goal weight: 140 lbs
9/01 190 (-4) tbh it's mostly water weight, I'm sure it'll be slower moving forward.
9/08
9/15
9/22
9/29
Way to go!!! Thanks for joining!
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SEPTEMBER 2023 weekly weigh-in
Starting weight: 202
Goal weight: 159
9/01 199.4 (down 2.6)
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Awesome Daria! Thanks for joining in!0
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