40 yrs old. Need help

tripletmom2004
tripletmom2004 Posts: 168 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I feel like ever since I turned forty my body has gone to crap. It is so hard to lose the weight and to stay motivated. Any other 40 yr olds out there struggling???
«1

Replies

  • lorac321
    lorac321 Posts: 614 Member
    43 here. Yes. But take it one day at a time. Some days are better than others but any day above ground is a good one so make the most of it.
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    I will be 40 in a couple months. Just keep chugging along and soon we'll be putting these young ones to shame with our fabulous fitness! :laugh:
  • Spanaval
    Spanaval Posts: 1,200 Member
    Lots of 40 somethings and older women here. I turned 41 a couple of weeks ago.
  • katejkelley
    katejkelley Posts: 839 Member
    Ever since I turned 30 (I'm 53 now), I felt like with every "decade" birthday, my metabolism cut in half again. I used to skip lunch and lose 5 pounds. Now I have to work my butt off and watch calories for weeks to see any weight loss. It's not fun, but it's a whole lot easier to keep at it than to let yourself go and gain a lot of weight - then try to lose it! Just keep eating right and exercising. I know it's not quick or easy, but it's the best way to keep it off.
  • just4u_cara
    just4u_cara Posts: 100 Member
    41 here. Took me a week in Vegas with 4 other fabulous 40yr old females to realize I need to change the way I look. It wasn't just me struggling, they did too (or still were).

    Friend me if you want to commiserate! Or if you just want to be mutually supportive ;)
  • just4u_cara
    just4u_cara Posts: 100 Member
    Btw, that shirt in my picture is a Vegas buy. Was VERY snug in October, and now it just hangs on me :)
  • danag1967
    danag1967 Posts: 14 Member
    Yes! 44 here. I see you also have triplets?? I have twins. I run for my exercise and sanity. My kids are 14 now, though so my sanity is much more reachable. Even with running, I really have to watch my calories or my weight will creep up. Like they said before me...one day at a time.
  • thriftycupl
    thriftycupl Posts: 310 Member
    I think my weight issues started before age 40 but it definitely feels more difficult to lose the weight once in your 40s. I just take one day at a time (it sounds so cliche) and work on eating well and feeling my best. Good luck on your journey.
  • KeepOnMoving
    KeepOnMoving Posts: 383 Member
    I am 42 and I hear you loud and clear sister! I occasionally go in denial but certain body parts remind me I am not 20 anymore. I tend to get more gutsie with exercise and stunts now that I am older. I guess its sort of a bucket list or a mid-life crisis.

    I now can do a backwards bow (back bend) something I never dreamed I could do again when I was 35. Thanks to yoga.
  • beckylawrence70
    beckylawrence70 Posts: 752 Member
    I'm 41 and in the best shape of my life, if you want it you can have it! Best of luck to you and I hope you find the motivation to reach your goals......this site is alot of help with alot of good info and testimonials from people.......
  • jjnt007
    jjnt007 Posts: 302 Member
    I am 47 years old and I need glasses, sometimes if I laugh or cough we could have a slight problem. I have been excercising at least five days a week. You can do this. Jillian Michaels is trying to kill me this week. lol
  • lgtahoe
    lgtahoe Posts: 96
    I turn 40 this month, but it's been a challenge since about 36-37. I won't give up though!
  • irisheyez718
    irisheyez718 Posts: 677 Member
    I'm about to turn 43. I was struggling before I found this site :-)
  • kylakesgal
    kylakesgal Posts: 952 Member
    Hi....sounds to me like you are ready for a change like I was. It's time to get your life back. Seems when we are raising our kids, we neglect ourselves in the progess. I know I did!! I decided I was important too. You have triplets? Wow! My youngest just turned 18 recently and finally have reached my before pregnancy weight lol. You can so do this!! Feel free to add me if you like for support:):)
  • Christine1110
    Christine1110 Posts: 1,786 Member
    40....That's nothing. I turned 50 this last Jan!! I have 9 grandkids....and I'm going to hit my goal before june 15 2012!! I will have lost 100 pounds : ) You can do it!!
  • LifeChangingExp
    LifeChangingExp Posts: 454 Member
    Im 40 and am 30 lbs to goal.. If you want it bad enough, you will get it! I feel better now than when i was 20! Age is just a number!
    lost 80 so far =)
  • julierewa
    julierewa Posts: 17
    Yes you are right. I just turned 44. I think the reality is we have to cut out the alcohol and reduce out portion sizes with eating. We have 40+ years of toxins building up in our bodies and need a good clear out!
  • dianegrobertson
    dianegrobertson Posts: 5
    I am right there with Ya! I just turned 40 too and everything is sticker faster and taking longer to get off. I am looking into some recipes...
  • dianegrobertson
    dianegrobertson Posts: 5
    @Christine - Very inspiring! How do you do it? What is your secret? High protein or high fiber diet? Morning work outs versus evening work outs?
  • getfitbesexy
    getfitbesexy Posts: 24
    I'm not 40, but i've helped my mom get back on track by helping her with her nutrition and fitness. She loves her carbs so i've helped her switch out the 'white, beige, processed' stuff from her diet to healthier alternatives. She's lost 15+ lbs just from taking those out and she still has her sweets, etc every now and then.
  • EchoOfYourPast
    EchoOfYourPast Posts: 459 Member
    I am 42....never could stick with a diet in the past....the MFP has helped me to keep track of my calories and exercise...i love it!
    San :)
  • ghsamia
    ghsamia Posts: 18 Member
    Well, for me it didn't happen until 43. I had my first and only child at 43 and gained 75 lbs. I didn't lose any weight for over 10 months, and I had always been an average weight of 130-135 at 5'5". I started back exercising when my daughter was about a year old and finally did get back to pre-baby weight, but it was in different places. Long story short, MFP helped me get to my lowest weight since high school. I am 46 and weigh 117 now. I'll admit that it was easier to take the weight off than it is to maintain it. My advice to anyone over 40 wanting to lose weight: Use MFP every single day. Seeing what you are eating and how much helps. You can do it. :happy:
  • cfriend71
    cfriend71 Posts: 207 Member
    I turned 40 in November and yes, there is definitely a difference. It was a little depressing, but I am fighting back and you can too :)

    It will probably take a little more work but it's so worth it!!
  • BigBoneSista
    BigBoneSista Posts: 2,389 Member
    I just turned 40 in April & I'm loving it. I've never been this healthy my entire adult life. Try to stay motivated & approach this lifestyle change realistically. If you are miserable then changes need to be made.
  • Michellerawrrr
    Michellerawrrr Posts: 310 Member
    I turned 40 in January and I have never felt better. I am getting stronger every day and I love it!! Change your inner voice, YOU CAN AND WILL DO THIS!!! If you want it then go get it, there is nothing stopping you, but you. :flowerforyou:
  • VictorW2
    VictorW2 Posts: 18
    I am 45 and haven't looked or felt this good in 20 years. I love it !
  • js25698
    js25698 Posts: 42 Member
    Yep. I am 43 now. I lost 65 lbs 13 years ago pretty quickly. Weight just fell off. Now I have about 35 of those to lose again and they are fighting me every inch of the way. It may be a little harder for us but we can do it!!
  • missigus
    missigus Posts: 207 Member
    I think it does get to be a little different as you hit the 40 mark. I know I have weight in areas I sure didn't in my 30's. I still have a small layer of belly fat that I hate- that I didn't when I weighed this in my 30's. Grrr! I'm just gaining and losing differently now. I think it has a hormone or lack there of connection...But, I have still seen good results. I started this journey in January, I've lost consistently, and I have about 5 or 6 lbs to go I hit my original goal of 35 lbs lost. I will probably strive for 5 to 10 more lbs after that... but It is possible if we just put put our minds to it and stay on track...You can do this!
  • iwantahealthierme13
    iwantahealthierme13 Posts: 337 Member
    I'm 29.5 and it's still hard to stay motivated... I want to be at least half way to goal by the time I turn 30. It's hard for everyone on this journey. If it was easy, no one would be overweight and everyone would be exercising and eating right.
  • SwimTheButterfly
    SwimTheButterfly Posts: 265 Member
    I am 47. I think you should get a full physical and make sure your hormones are in balance. I am on HRT now and I am losing weight it seems to be at the same rate as before 40. Besides having a stomach flu, right now, I am losing weight. Age is just a number. Don't let a number be a stumbling block or mental barrier. It is calories in and calories out. MFP is a super tool. Just do it.

Categories