Just wondering if there are any older women trying the Fitbit, I am 70 and just started.

[helena]

Looking to see if anyone else my age is trying the fitbit to lose weight, I am 70 but I do workout with a personal trainer and take Yoga.

[Glenda]

Marilyn,  Second try to get a message in here.  Glenda

[Glenda]

I am 78 and exercise every day on my treadmill and diet all the time.  Marilyn and I would enjoy being in a supportive group.  Does this site work usually or its it difficult and frustrating?  Glenda

[ajppep]

Im 65 tried it didn't do anything for me so I started with a weight management physician and have lost 45 lbs. I have learned its all what you eat I drink no pop, eat hardly any chips or sweets and exercise you have to discipline yourself and you ask yourself is it a want or need before you pick up those cookies or handful of chips and it makes you think no I don't really need them and I do protein drink which is cheaper so I don't do the fitbit anymore

[Glenda]

I agree!!!  Exercise will give you better health but losing weight depends on what you eat.  Skip junk food and eating between meals.  Eat fewer calories, more protein and fiber.  It is so worth it. I  also find protein drink powder helpful as I can mix up just the number of calories and grams of protein I need instead of buying protein drinks that are too much for small people.  The powder costs less too.

[MarilynL]

Hello again,
I tried to answer this at the site but it does not allow it so here I am
from here.
I will tell you that weight loss begins from fixing your eating. The
exercise is of course invaluable BUT to keep you healthy. Eat nutritiously
first so your body can be at optimum levels and then do gentle exercise and
you will lose.
I did a program for 90 days last year and lost 30 pounds. They have been
off for the last 6 months. For the 90 days I did nothing except walking
(strolling). Now that the weight is off I need to up my game and want to do
some strength and stretching stuff. Also ride my bike in the woods an hour
a day and loving that.
If I can help you in any way, please let me know!

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www.MarilynLJewelry.com

[Elenabey]

Well, I am in the mid-50s and I tried being in shape. It is such a fragile age. We can't be in gym at all times nor experiment with our delicate guts with trendy smoothies out there or do hard work-outs. I think by this time we should know to harness the desired weight we will want to maintain that to just lose it right away here I readhttps://mangoclinic.com/successful-weight-loss-journey-tips/ 😊 For me TIp#4 worked- FDA approved weight loss pill worked for me without risking much. I am not hooked onto it. But I do feel it made a difference I lost 2 kilos. At mid 50, with 5'3 height and being 78 kilos is tough. Furthermore, Tip#2 mentioned cooking with spices like ginseng and ginger. I have a spice-tooth so I loved cooking alternatively. Plus I have been handling hunger pangs with chugging water.

Best of luck !

[sunismyson]

Hi:  Sometimes I can reply and other times I cannot reply....so maybe we can start a true dialogue.  Would love to stay in touch - I love reading all the tips from others.

[MarilynL]

All I have to say is that you absolutely can lose weight. I am 68, 5'4 and
lost 30lbs in 4 months fixing my eating. I am now 134lbs and size 4!.It has
remained off for over 6 month now.

Firstly let me tell you that I was a personal trainer at a very fancy club
in La Jolla CA and so I know all about eating and exercise ( I have kept it
up all these years) Fix your nutrition. Eat nutritious foods and heal your
body/. This means eat as much green leafy vegetables as you like and have
some good protein fish, meat, eggs, organic if possible. Eat good fats,
avocados, olives and use both types of oils as well as coconut oil and
sesame oil. Nuts and seeds in moderation, as well as fruit in
moderation.Use all different types of herbs and spices by all means. Cut
out the SUGAR and white stuff and you will be on your way.
As that website said, do intermittent fasting if you can. start at 12
hours on 12 off and work to 16/8. Eat till you are satisfied and then DO
NOT snack. Your body needs to digest and get rid of insulin . 3 meals a day
is more than enough. Make the food delicious and satisfying.

As to exercise - you will never lose weight doing exercise( I shouldn't say
never, if you are an ultra marathoner perhaps). Exercise will keep you
healthy. When you are losing weight, be gentle with yourself, do your
walking and you will be fine. If you are already going to the gym well do a
gentle workout but allow your body to do the work and lose the weight. Then
you can go all gung ho on the exercise.

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www.MarilynLJewelry.com

[LindaMSutch]

Hi ajppep, Thanks for your emails. I wondered whether Fitbit might not work on it's own which is why I'm trying to see how I can use it with a programme based on walking. I must admit that I could not rely on myself to ignore the foods you mention! But I'm going to see if I can fit Fitbit into the mix. 

But, keep up the motivation and strong discipline you've established. 

[MarilynL]

I am always happy to reply. I have no idea where these posts are on the
fitbit website.. Thank goodness these come into my email box 🙂

The fitbit website overall is just dreadful. Even when I want to log things
in, it's such a huge ordeal to get onto the site at least 6 clicks . Such
an ordeal.

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www.MarilynLJewelry.com

[Elenabey]

It is surely wonderful. And also do not forget to have a go at some therapeutic blogs! : https://mangoclinic.com/top-30-fantastic-blogs-that-will-help-you-heal-during-the-pandemic/. If you do get a chance to sit and read after taking the track break 

[MCarr]

I am 78 and have been on Fitbit for quite a while.  There is a group of us in this age group.  We can do it.

[Glenda]

@MCarr  I'm 78 and have been reading on my treadmill and occasionally on my bike for decades.  I have perfect health by mistake.  I started exercising thinking it helped with weight control.  Now I think it just keeps you healthy.   Reading is the only way I can "enjoy" exercise and it helps that it is such a habit, that takes no daily decision making;  just routine.  I would feel guilty wasting all that time reading if I was just sitting, which is unhealthy.

[MarilynL]

Hello again everyone 🙂

Hope everyone is doing well in these cover days. I am so happy to report that I just hd my annual Dexa scan and my Osteoporosis is rolling back! No doubt this is due to the walking and also taking AlgeCal and Strontium and fixing my diet. I am back in the oespeopenia level which of course is not perfect but a huge improvement from Osteoporosis.

As Glenda says exercising is for our health and I ride my bike in the woods an hour each day and walk also. It used to be the other way around with me trying for 10,000 tips each day and then I discovered riding my bike which I love. However I am getting back to the walking as well as that the weight bearing exercise that I need to keep my bones healthy.

I lost 30 lbs in December an have kept it off so I feel great.

[Glenda]

@MarilynL  Your bike is tons better for keeping or building thigh muscle which is important too.  Walking doesn't help thighs at all.   Today is weekly weigh in day.  I was hoping for better.

[SunsetRunner]

I agree, water aerobics is great!. I have fibromyalgia and exercise in water doesn’t hurt....until later for me.  The pools have been closed here in NC. since March so I don’t know when I’ll be able to get back to it.  When you get a chance you should try it.

[MarilynL]

Glenda I will be delighted if bicycle riding is building my thigh muscles.  The walking also builds the rest of the lower body including the hips which is the most important when I comes to breaks adn falls. they need to be strong.

I took a real spill 2 Wednesdays ago and am happy to report that all is well! whew! People -look into getting some Arnica pills adn cream for your medicine chest. Its homeopathic does not interfere with any other meds I believe. Is inexpensive about $10 a box from Amazon. Its for bruising swelling and pain and works like a charm

[SunsetRunner]

I now have a safe step walk in tub that us amazing so if I feel I have worked in the yard too hard or exercised too hard, I soak!! Especially with Epsom salt & essential oils.

[MarilynL]

whatever it take to get into that tub. My tub is one of the best places in my home. Its the highlight of my day to get in there and soak.! You enjoy!

[jayescreations]

I am 64 and started walking after being diagnosed "disabled" from truck driving due to Sleep Apnea and a truck driving accident....I was doing well and started to lose weight and feel good about myself..then my knee became unbearable with pain...Bone to bone is what the ex ray shows...so disappointed..