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I like just ordering an appetizer. Still higher in calories etc. than something I'd have at home but way fewer than an entree. And portion sizes for main dishes are always huge so an appetizer is perfectly enough for a meal. And I try to enjoy the company and not focus on the nutrition.

I packed on the pounds through Covid lockdown and Menopause which sort of coincided. I'm sure there were biological reasons but mostly I ate too many calories and didn't prioritize exercise. I could see from pictures and could feel from trying on clothes that things were getting out of control. I finally got the courage to…

Hi! I'm 58, also married and female! I am back to MFP for the third (?) time. This time I have the most weight to lose. My high was 175 but I'm down to 158. I only want to get to about 145 and I like the slow and steady approach! I come on every day so if you want to connect, feel free to send me a friend request!

My only suggestion is that instead of going by steps, you consciously take actual "walks." I say that because the steps around your house and to and from the car count but aren't getting your heart rate up at all. So maybe make a goal of walking a couple of miles a day or three long walks a week in addition to your regular…

So weird. I could have totally written this post. I've used MFP off and on for years and now I'm at my heaviest weight ever (except for pregnancies) and am trying to lose 25 pounds to bring down my cholesterol and avoid HBP. Not sure I can be 100% on her but the only times I've ever successfully lost weight it was by using…

Sounds like you have a lot on your plate. My suggestion would be to not overthink it and make small goals. Like logging "religiously" for two weeks. Weighing your food really helps keep you honest. And what about just walking but maybe listen to an audio book or podcast while you do it. It makes the time fly by! Don't beat…

Well menopause is part of aging. But the connection to frozen shoulder seems to be fluctuating hormones. Glad yours is over (hopefully!).

Have you noticed any other changes that could be related to hormonal fluctuation?

I too lose and gain. And I too haven't ever had a LOT of weight to lose. But I also prefer eating whatever and how much ever I want so I always gain back whatever I lose. Not saying it won't happen again but I do think I've finally shifted my mindset and I'll share where I am. Most women need about 2000 calories to…

Welcome! This is a great place to start. My own advice is giving yourself little goals. Like logging every day for a week. Or Eating at a deficit for two weeks. I've been on here (this time() for 107 days and have steadily lost about a pound a week. I look forward to logging because it keeps me motivated and accountable!…

Buy frozen fruit and throw a little in glasses of ice water. 1/4 cup of blueberries, a few frozen pineapple chunks, a few frozen strawberries! That's what I do all summer long because it's fun and delicious and makes me drink more water. Also Decaf iced tea. Make a pitcher and drink it throughout the day. You can sweeten…

I don't think the speeding up the metabolism thing is important here. Giving yourself a break from "restriction" is fine now and then but if you "cheat" for a whole day, you'll have set back your "losing" for sure. Occasionally having a treat or going over your calorie goal for a meal now and then is fine but eating a lot…

Welcome! I personally don't think that menopause makes it physically harder to lose weight. It might make you grumpier, more uncomfortable and you might have lost muscle mass because of less activity as you've gotten older though. I came back to MFP just about three months ago, determined to lose the 10 pounds I always…

The word diet is misleading. You were on a diet during lockdown, but it was one that gave you more calories than you needed! Bottom line is that you need to reduce calories but remember that you can do that by eating anything. And moving more will help but only to give you more wiggle room with those calorie numbers! This…

It's actually not that complicated. I exercise when I feel like it but every day I try to carefully (as possible) watch my calorie intake. The thing is that if you have a bad week it really slows down an already slow process. Don't over think this. Try to eat at a deficit and maybe don't worry about the exercise calories…

I don't find MFP a grind at all! I love the accountability that logging gives me and I learn so much about what is "in" food which helps me make better choices. Set small goals and try to enjoy the process! Good luck.

My advice is small goals and enjoy this app. I genuinely look forward to logging my food because knowledge is power! Good luck!

I really don't think that it's more "challenging" post menopause. The difference is that as we age we often move less and lose muscle which makes us less active and therefore we burn fewer calories. As I have learned here on mfp, from many wise people, weight loss really is about calories in vs. calories out. So if you…

I'm 55 and can attest to the fact that weight loss works whatever age you are (obviously there might be medical reasons that could stand in the way) and that it really comes down to eating at a deficit. Don't lie to yourself and set reasonable goals! Good luck!

My own motivation comes from reasonable goals. If I look too far out or have too big a goal I lose motivation. But I set a goal of sticking to my calorie goal for 14 days, I feel so much more motivated to succeed. I get on the treadmill and tell myself that I'm going to walk for 20 minutes. Which always leads to 30 and…

No need to cleanse. Just buy bags of fresh spinach and kale, some frozen fruit, flaxseed or chia seeds and make smoothies. Lots of good nutrition that way! I use water but sometimes I use Kefir. Others use coconut water or even a little juice.

I'm shooting for 20 also! Let's help motivate each other - Elizabeth

Remember that it takes some time so don't let your first weigh-in get you down or give you false hope. I weigh myself every day (just because I like it) and work very hard to understand that it's only a number. Eating the right amount of nutritious food is what is most important! And the weight loss will come!

Welcome! What are your goals? Do you have a plan?

I'm with you. The only times I've ever had luck losing weight was on mfp. I started on Monday and am planning on losing ten pounds in the next eight weeks. Feel free to connect with me and maybe we can motivate each other!

I stopped adding dairy or juice to smoothies a long time ago. Water, ice, frozen and fresh fruit and flaxseed does it for me. Occasionally I add collagen or protein powder (this is a great reminder to buy some!) but my secret ingredient is lots and lots of fresh spinach or kale!

I can't say enough good things about using MFP to help with your weight loss journey! Logging helps you know what you're putting in your body. The forums and friends on here can answer questions and help motivate you or support you when you're not doing so well. As someone else said, it really is simple. Eat less and move…

I would talk to your doctor about the best way to get in "Disney" walking shape. As for weight loss, forget about the Calories Out and focus on the Calories In. Set small, doable goals and the weight will come off!

I am so good at gaining and losing weight. I could teach a class! But maintaining is another thing altogether. I do find that mfp data and having a goal motivates me so I'm planning to use the same strategies when I'm ready to maintain. I have about five pounds more to lose and then I'm planning to jump on the maintenance…

Welcome. This is a great place to find support and get questions answered. It might not be easy but it is simple. Eat less and move more. You've got this!