Over 50 and working on fabulous

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Lisa O.

05/27/2018 4:36PM
Hi everyone! I'm thrilled to be in a group of women (and maybe some men too) that are in my age range. I've been told so many times that it is very hard to lose weight after the 50-yr-old mark, but I want to challenge that belief and, of course, challenge myself to begin. Since being involved in a severe car accident and experiencing arthritis in both hips, my sports activities have had to come to a halt. This has depressed me a lot and is part of the reason why I have gained around 10 kg. The only exercise I can do is walking, so I try to get out regularly with my dog. Now I will have to 'step it up' a bit more. Looking forward to reading your achievements!

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Ursula M.

Lisa, don't believe everything you read! I lost 21kgs nearly 10 years ago but put it nearly all on again through stress eating in the past 3 years. I am in the process of taking them off again: 19kgs down since January despite the fact that I'm now 59. Yes, I have slightly more of a pooch from menopause; although actually it could be that the first time round I was doing Pilates whereas my abdominal muscles are very underworked at the mo'. Walking has been key for me: do it! and then let us us know how you're getting on :D