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Over 50 and Fabulous?

myraknits
myraknits Posts: 81 Member
edited December 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hiya,
Looking for an accountability partner for a 15 lb loss over the next 2-3 months.
I'm female, 54 and looking to get into summer shape so it's not another fat summer.
Anybody interested? Women only please.
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  • LHudson53
    LHudson53 Posts: 126
    I'm 58 and would love to be your weight loss partner :smile:
  • KetoBella
    KetoBella Posts: 141 Member
    I am 55 with more to lose but since I expect to be here for awhile I am also looking for support from like minded losers, I log in every day.

    Cheers,

    Elizabeth
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    YAY! Let's do it! Maybe we can get a little group going.
    First, congrats on 27 lbs gone! That's a great accomplishment.
    What plan are you following? I'm loving the food and exercise tracker here. Love that I can check in from any device.

    I'm basically vegetarian but eat eggs and some dairy. I did Fat Flush last year with great temporary success but calorie deprivation is no way to live long term. I ended up going crazy and gained 15 lbs in a month and have kept it on since Sept. Time for it to go for good. AND learn how to eat properly without starving once and for all.
  • gpstrucker
    gpstrucker Posts: 930 Member
    I doubt anyone would ever mistake me for a woman, even in the dark, but good luck! You can do it!
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    Cool~ Glad to meet you! I'm very good about tracking and logging in so I'll see you here!
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    LOL!! Hugs to you gpstrucker.
  • gpstrucker
    gpstrucker Posts: 930 Member
    Oh, did I mention I do know how to knit?
  • sandralila
    sandralila Posts: 21 Member
    You can add me too. I am 56, and want to lose30 lbs. Some days I do well, others not as good. Log in every day, and like to give and have support.
  • cristaine
    cristaine Posts: 87
    I only just turned 40 so I didn't make the cut ;) but I wanted to wish you well in your journey =) Age doesn't make us fabulous, how you move what you have and think with what you've got makes us fabulous ;) And in my books, having what it takes to turn your health around and get in shape is pretty darn fabulous lol

    Good luck ! You can do it!
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    No you do KNOT!!
  • trishobr
    trishobr Posts: 120 Member
    I'm not 50 just yet but feel free to add me. :smile:
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    The more the merrier!!

    Agreed~ Age is just a state of mind. Some days I feel like a teenager. Some days, not so much.
    What generally makes the biggest difference for me is how well I'm eating and exercising.
    It's nice when everything is humming!

    I do 30 mins on the treadmill 5-6 days a week. Trying to include some strength training.
    I tried Wii Fit but I didn't love being reminded that I missed a day or 2...
    I find I have to do something first thing in the am or I don't do it at all.
    What's your favorite exercise routine?
  • janesmith1
    janesmith1 Posts: 1,511 Member
    I'm 53 1/2 & have a LOT of weight to lose. Please add me if you like.
  • Crochetluvr
    Crochetluvr Posts: 3,427 Member
    I just started about a week ago and would love to be included. 58, have 60 pounds to lose. :)
  • pyanchuk
    pyanchuk Posts: 3
    Just started this week- 56 yr old and love to crochet. That should burn some calories!!
    Holiday weekend will be rough- keep strong! patti y
  • andreamkelly
    andreamkelly Posts: 169
    I've been on for a little over 2 weeks. I'm 53 and have about 105 more pounds to lose. Anyone looking for friends for support, encouragement and butt kicking, please feel free to add me. I need them all too!
  • Strive2BLean
    Strive2BLean Posts: 300 Member
    I would love to be a part of this group. I'm going on 52 years old and was losing weight consistently and tracking on MFP until I started menopause a year ago June 14. Since then my weight has stalled and out of frustration I've gained 10 lbs of it back. I recently switched to vegetarian lifestyle to see if that gets me back to losing again. I have been eating healthy no processed food for awhile now, I think it would be nice to be part of a group of 50s and fabulous.
  • kat5556
    kat5556 Posts: 164 Member
    I recently turned 50 and would love the support of women my age. I'm new and not sure yet how to create friends on here. Do I add you or do you add me?
  • redcat17
    redcat17 Posts: 267 Member
    Hi! I'm 53 and have about 25 pounds to lose. I'm also a vegetation...well, mostly vegan at this point. Feel free to add me.
  • gpstrucker
    gpstrucker Posts: 930 Member
    I'm also a vegetation

    Funny, you don't look like a plant.

    Sorry, couldn't resist. LOL
  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,385 Member
    if you're looking for a supportive group of women friends ages 50+ come join us.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/604347-women-ages-50-for-may-2012?page=3#posts-8764728

    :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:
  • redcat17
    redcat17 Posts: 267 Member
    I'm also a vegetation

    Funny, you don't look like a plant.

    Sorry, couldn't resist. LOL

    LOL. Proof reading is over rated. Actually, i kind of like it. But if I were a plant, I'd forget to water myself.

    Eh, that doesn't sound right either....
  • stepwas
    stepwas Posts: 2 Member
    51 here and I just started about 2 weeks ago. I've lost a few pounds, but need to be accountable to someone. I was almost to my goal with weight watchers when I stopped and thought I could do it by myself the rest of the way. I then had to have foot surgery and was not able to exercise like I should. One year later I'm back to where I was. I would love to lose about 20 lbs this summer!!!
  • gpstrucker
    gpstrucker Posts: 930 Member
    I'm also a vegetation

    Funny, you don't look like a plant.

    Sorry, couldn't resist. LOL

    LOL. Proof reading is over rated. Actually, i kind of like it. But if I were a plant, I'd forget to water myself.

    Eh, that doesn't sound right either....

    Best quit while yer behind LOL
  • myraknits
    myraknits Posts: 81 Member
    Hi all! Just checking in this morning. Did great yesterday until last night. What is it about night time eating?? I had and apple and 3 cups of popcorn. Woke up in the middle of the night with a tummy ache. Ouch!
  • stepwas
    stepwas Posts: 2 Member
    I always have trouble with evening snacking. lately I have been wanting some chocolate, so I bought some dark chocolate bars and have small square, usually that helps my craving.
  • TVGal63
    TVGal63 Posts: 8
    Hi There,
    I just turned 49 and would love to be fabulous at 50!! Does that count? Just started today, but would also like any support that I can get!
  • TVGal63
    TVGal63 Posts: 8
    I always have trouble with evening snacking. lately I have been wanting some chocolate, so I bought some dark chocolate bars and have small square, usually that helps my craving.

    Same here! I am trying the jello sugar free snacks (only 10cals per serving) with a tbsp fat free whipped cream. While it's not as good as chocolate (sigh!) it has helped me when those evening cravings hit!!
  • Crochetluvr
    Crochetluvr Posts: 3,427 Member
    I have to really be careful about eating later in the evening because I will get reflux. That will go away when I lose some weight but for now I dont have much choice. I guess thats a blessing in disguise. :) Hope you are feeling better.
  • carefulkate
    carefulkate Posts: 34 Member
    I am 59 with 18 lbs to lose would love to be in the group my problems are exercise (lack of hate it) and chocolate (love it) will try to reverse them promise x
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