over 70

Lady1945
Lady1945 Posts: 10 Member
edited April 4 in Motivation and Support
Is there anyone out there over 70 who has lost a lot with my fitness pal?

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  • saransaran
    saransaran Posts: 30 Member
    Not over 70 but I am 68. I have logged in for 166 days and have lost 27 pounds. MFP has been a terrific tool! I goal is to lose 50 pounds in one year.
  • zoeysasha37
    zoeysasha37 Posts: 7,088 Member
    Hi I'm not over 70 but wanted to bump your thread to show you support!
  • goldfinger88
    goldfinger88 Posts: 686 Member
    I'm 72 and lost 24 pounds, which was my goal. I'm not really a calorie counter, however. I did the calorie thing for perhaps the first year. I've maintained for the last three years. Feel free to add me if you'd like to be friends.
  • dv3177
    dv3177 Posts: 30 Member
    My Mom is 73 and lost 20 lbs. She did it using the online tool with Weight Watchers. Completely doable!
  • marymezzo
    marymezzo Posts: 26 Member
    Commitment is more important than age. :-) Best of luck to you--you can do this!
  • Lady1945
    Lady1945 Posts: 10 Member
    Thank you. Have been logging food for 5 days. So far so good!
  • classykaren
    classykaren Posts: 101 Member
    Lady1945 wrote: »
    Is there anyone out there over 70 who has lost a lot with my fitness pal?

    I am 66 and just starting if you would like a weight loss buddy.
  • CaptainJoy
    CaptainJoy Posts: 257 Member
    Lady1945 wrote: »
    Is there anyone out there over 70 who has lost a lot with my fitness pal?

    I'm not over 70 but hoping to be. I'm only 57 but with the help of My Fitness Pal and walking I've been able to lose 50 pounds and lower my blood pressure and cholesterol.
  • griffinca2
    griffinca2 Posts: 672 Member
    Not 70 yet (65) and have bee using MFP for a little over a year. Have lost the weight I wanted to (wanted to lose abt 10 lbs) and then some--went from 129 to 116. I still log most of the time (unless don't have access to a computer) because it helps me be accountable for what I'm eating. I try to stay away from highly-processed foods; if you cook something (meat, veggies), it's processed. Use frozen veggies most of the time (they keep better and you control what goes on them). I broke my right wrist last Dec so have been eating whatever my hubby fixes. It is doable, but may take a little longer; good luck. B)
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    You can do it. Stay focused and patient. <3
  • trjjoy
    trjjoy Posts: 666 Member
    You, ma'am, are an inspiration! <3
  • GreenIceFloes
    GreenIceFloes Posts: 1,491 Member
    My mom is in her 60s and has been using MFP for counting calories the past couple of months. She's been losing weight slowly but surely, and is halfway to her goal. In my opinion, age has nothing to do with it, just commitment and eventually habit. All the best to you! :)
  • tomaspetro
    tomaspetro Posts: 1,508 Member
    I started losing at 65 and lost 144 pounds in a little over a year with MFP. I'm now at about 130 pounds lost but started heavy weight lifting this past October. I encourage you to keep at it and exercise if you can because the health benefits are amazing. Balance, blood pressure and retreat from diabetes just to name a few.
  • wawa2nc
    wawa2nc Posts: 24 Member
    my dad is 65 and has lost over 50 lbs. You can do it!!
  • Malenurse51
    Malenurse51 Posts: 181 Member
    64 here and I've lost 80 so far, last 60 using MFP, 9 to go!
  • mars55991
    mars55991 Posts: 8 Member
    I am 72, so far I've lost 45 lbs using MFP. Had a little glich this winter, but I'm now back on track. Just keep on logging. Good Luck! It's never too late!
  • Trixie568
    Trixie568 Posts: 15 Member
    Hi! I am 71 and starting on my journey for the 2nd time...1st time lost 47 pounds and then went on vacation and threw it all to the wind. Never made it back to where I needed to be until now...I am now sitting at 229 pounds and would like to go to around at least 175 to 160. I did the first time with MFP and I can do it again...Feel free to add me as a friend as I will need all the support I can get.
  • splitarockdi1563
    splitarockdi1563 Posts: 1 Member
    I’m not quite 70 yet, but I lost 40 pounds so far with MyFitnessPal. I need to drop an additional 40 pounds. I just switched to the paid version of MyFitnessPal and really like it. Adding daily exercise can speed up the results. I try to walk at least a mile every day.
  • Bernie0210
    Bernie0210 Posts: 1 Member
    Yup I'm up there and use this to keep track of the nutrients - I have found that as I get older I don't eat as much as I "did" and prefer the salad/protein route so this keeps me on track. Love it.
  • gevanderlinde
    gevanderlinde Posts: 1 Member
    I am 77 I have been with myfitnesspal for 4 years I lost 70 pounds I have stayed in the same wight for a year now I decided to lose 20 pounds more, and I am in track. The trick is, post every day and stick to your calorie goal.
  • seakewer
    seakewer Posts: 1 Member
    Me! I am 75 and have been using the program for nearly 2 months now. I have lost over 10# so far and enjoy planning my meals using the app. It has truly made me aware of what I am eating. I don't think I would have had much success on my own. I am a huge fan and thank my son for turning me onto it. I have found exercise to be the biggest factor. I walk 2 miles every other day. I'd do more by my feet can't handle it.
  • shar71
    shar71 Posts: 2 Member
    I'll be 71 next month. I'm doing a combination of WW and myfitnesspal. Just began but could use a partner.
  • jtwigg52
    jtwigg52 Posts: 1 Member
    I'm 72 and have lost 40+ pounds. I use MFP in conjunction with my fitbit.
  • lawhite0317
    lawhite0317 Posts: 1 Member
    I am 68 years old and have lost 6 lbs in one month thus far.
  • brenn35
    brenn35 Posts: 38 Member
    I am 70 and lost 40 lbs ten years ago. One time I gained 25 of it back but then got it off, keeping on keeping on.
  • poisonesse
    poisonesse Posts: 573 Member
    I'll be 73 in July, and I've lost a total of 71 pounds. First 20 was with WW online, the next 10 was Calorie Count (no longer an option) and the rest was MFP. I didn't do it quickly, I've done it over a period of about 10 years. And I've been basically in maintenance for the past year or two, just dropping a pound or so every few months. It works, regardless of age.

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