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  • Hello. I've never posted to this community before. I turned 60 in November and it seems like my metabolism came to a grinding halt the very same day. Very disheartening. My extremely stressful job finds me reaching for the wine bottle instead of the barbells when i get home in the evenings. Until recently i was an avid…
    in WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR FEBRUARY 2016 Comment by Denkko February 2016
  • I'm 60 and have been on MFP for several years. I've mostly taken this journey alone, but I'm now ready to share a bit more of myself in terms of accountability and mutual encouragement. Please feel free to add me as a friend.
    in Am I too old to get my fitness and body back? Comment by Denkko January 2016
  • Tiffany (or anyone else reading this post, for that matter), I just turned 60 and can hardly believe I'm that old! I don't look or feel my age at all. I'm 5'2" and weigh 138. I know that isn't too bad, but as I've aged my once firm body had gotten soft all over. My BMI registers in the "at risk" zone for heart disease and…
    in Accountability Partner Comment by Denkko January 2016
  • Steel cut oatmeal and a cup of coffee during the work week. Poached eggs, turkey bacon, rye toast and sliced tomatoes on weekends ... and the occasional Bloody Mary. :o)
    in what does a typical breakfast look like for you? Comment by Denkko January 2016
  • We are as old as we perceive ourselves to be. I just turned 60 and am having a hell of a time reconciling myself to that fact.
    in New Member Comment by Denkko January 2016
  • I love my wine. .. shooting to lose 12 lb by March 21 (friend's wedding day ... want to look good).
    in 10 lbs by Feb 3rd goal - bye bye 30 lbs Comment by Denkko January 2016
  • Name: DeeDee Age: 60 Height: 5'2" Start Weight (1st January): 139 Goal Weight (1st February): 135 1st January: 8th January: 15th January: 22nd January: 29th January: 1st February: Weight lost/gained this week: Weight lost/gained this month: Successes/struggles this week:
    in January 2016 Weight Loss Challenge Comment by Denkko December 2015
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  • Corpus Christi, Texas
    in Where is everyone from? Comment by Denkko August 2015
  • Turning 60 in November and pledging to reach my goal weight well before then.
    in Is everyone young on here? Comment by Denkko May 2015
  • I am so sorry for all you have suffered. We don't always understand God's plan. Please don't ever give up. I know you'll persevere. I see determination -- maybe even a little defiance -- in your eyes in thr pic you posted. The healing starts now.
    in Struggling to get back on track after so much that's happened in my life. Comment by Denkko May 2015
  • https://www.fitbit.com/user/3CBDYX
    in Find Friends: Flex Owners Comment by Denkko April 2015
  • I really needed to read a "success story" today to keep my spirits up ... thanks - -and CONGRATULATIONS!
    in Today I hit original goal weight. (Pics) Comment by Denkko April 2012
  • Since I posted this I've discovered I have some cartilage damage on my right knee. My doctor told me to lay off the eliptical but OK'd walking. I think I'm going to start with 5 Big Miles. I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks, all!
    in If I were to buy only one DVD ... Comment by Denkko April 2012
  • One thought is to give up your time. Some ideas: pledging so much money to a charity for every mile walked during Lent; delivering a bag of groceries a week at your local food bank; volunteering to walk dogs at your local animal shelter, crocheting caps for children with cancer while watching TV. ... If you have a…
    in Is anyone giving up / taking up anything for lent? Comment by Denkko February 2012
  • Kinda ... I tried creating my own exercise category, but then it is accepted and counted toward my daily calorie count as cardio, and I feel like that's overstating it a bit. I work up a sweat, no doubt, but seriously doubt my heart rate goes up much during a massage. Maybe I'm just being overly analytical? I think your…
    in Any massage therapists out there? Comment by Denkko February 2012
  • Thanks for your thoughts on this subject. I have been counting the calories toward my daily intake, so no worries there. Unfortunately, it's that last little entry that sends my count just barely over the bar. LOL. Guess I need to exercise more!
    in Thoughts on wine consumption Comment by Denkko February 2012
  • I'm a member of the Planet Fitness in Corpus Christi, Texas. It just opened a few months ago. I like it because the people who are working out alongside me look a lot like me -- which is to say, not perfect but earnestly trying.
    in Planet Fitness Comment by Denkko February 2012
  • 130. I'm starting at 145.
    in 5'1-5'2 girls Comment by Denkko February 2012
  • I'm 56 and neither act nor look my age, or so I'm told. I'm loving it.
    in Am I too old to be trendy? Comment by Denkko January 2012
  • It's too early to get discouraged. There are just too many variables to take what you see at face value after only 2 weeks. Water weight alone could be a cause ... please don't give up. I'm only 2 weeks into the program too and have only lost 2 pounds. However, I FEEL slimmer and walk with my chin raised just a little…
    in need encouragement....please!! Comment by Denkko January 2012
  • Great way to put it in perspective. I have managed to not slip yet, but then I'm only 10 days into this ... I cheated a tiny bit this morning by stopping for an Egg McMuffin and already am gearing up to work it off this evening.
    in What do you do when you let yourself down? Comment by Denkko January 2012
  • Such a beautifully expressed reality check. Thank you.
    in I Am A Failure - Get Over It Comment by Denkko January 2012
  • I'm joining this group because walking is essentially all I am doing at this early stage. My husband and I are avid hikers, and walking is an easy way to keep limber for those weekends when we are lucky enough to get out into the wild. Luckily we live in a part of the country where winter is virtually nonexistent, so we…
    in Introduce Yourself- if ya like! Comment by Denkko January 2012
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