looking for friends - 50s and female and getting fabulous!

[frauline_annie]

Hi!  I'm looking for some friends for motivation and support.  I'm 51, female, and working on losing 30 lbs.  My A1c is pre-diabetic so I'm shedding some weight to try and get it under control. 

Anyone?

[BarbaraForcebit]

Instead of sitting on a ball for 8 hrs, can you walk around that area or march in place?  Marching in place counts for steps and it burns a lot of calories too.  You might take a try at it so you get more benefit out of using your Fitbit!  

[MommaDaws]

I have a desk job.  I need to be at the computer and phone.  I do walk around when I can get up but most of the time I need to be "sitting" so the ball allows me movement and I can still do my job.

[Rini]

I have a ball at my desk, too. Sounds crazy, but I bought a pretty cheap tiny elliptical machine that's manual. It sits under my desk at work and I'm able to get "steps" in while working. It is actually more liked a recumbent bike when used while sitting. And it works your abs if you're sitting on a ball. 🙂

[MommaDaws]

Thanks for the tip.  I'll have to look for one.

[BarbaraForcebit]

That's a great idea if you're sitting at your desk!  As often as you can leave your desk to make copies, etc, your break, lunch break, maybe you can get in a walk there too!  I guess I'll do anything to get my steps in!  You sound very creative and no matter what you'll get your steps in!  Congratulations on your creative thinking!  You'll get your Fitbit numbers sky high.  

[Tamgirl]

Hi, I am 52 and just started using my fitbit today. I am trying to lose 30 pounds as well. My blood pressure is up and I have had to start taking medication. If I lose the weight I'm sure I won't need meds. Getting old kind of sucks but the alternative is worse!! So I am trying to get healthy and get to a realistic weight for my age, height and body type. Good luck on your journey!

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@frauline_annie wrote:

Hi!  I'm looking for some friends for motivation and support.  I'm 51, female, and working on losing 30 lbs.  My A1c is pre-diabetic so I'm shedding some weight to try and get it under control. 

Anyone?

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[Sue_53]

Hi everyone.  I'm 53 and just got my Fitbit yesterday.  I, too, am looking to lose weight and get healthier.  I think connecting with others would help a lot with motivation.  How do I connect with others?

[BarbaraForcebit]

Tamgirl~ Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  You're going to love your Fitbit and getting involved with the community and you will meet some awesome people!  I will friend you and would be happy to introduce you to a lot of people! 

[BarbaraForcebit]

Sue 53 ~ Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  I will friend you and introduce you to a lot of people!  We do a lot of challenges and they are fun, motivate, and keep you going!  Let's get started!

[BarbaraForcebit]

Welcome  Frauline_Annie to the Fitbit Community!  I will friend you and introduce you to a lot of people!  We do a lot of challenges and they are fun, motivate, and keep you going!  Let's get started!

[lavendergirll]

Let's do this 


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[roniart30]

Im looking for sme friends too. Having some health problems and finding it difficult to not eat everything because i'm depressed

[vinnyanne]

Hi ---- I'm turning 56 this year, I have returned to my FitBit! It is a great way to keep track and loss some pounds ---- accountability keeps you going!

[tonirtp]

I have had my fitbit for almost a month.  I will be 54 next month,  I have about 60 pounds to lose. It would be nice to have a friend(s) to share journey with.  I have some health issues, Type 1 diabetic.  please add me 

[BarbaraForcebit]

Welcome to Fitbit the greatest products and community ever!  Getting your Fitbit was the best thing you did to help maintain or gain a more healthy lifestyle!

I  would be happy to add you as a friend and introduce you to my friends!  You can get involved in some challenges and I can help you learn how to get involved with the Fitbit Community.  

Again, welcome!  

[BarbaraForcebit]

VinnyAnne-Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  So, you have your Fitbit and you're ready to go!  You're motivated so now you need some friends and some challenges to really get you on fire!  I will help you with both!  Let's get started now!

[BarbaraForcebit]

Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  You have your Fitbit and you're ready to go!

Let's get you some friends, involved in some challenges, and get you involved with the Fitbit Community.  You have a good idea just from what you posted.  By answering posts like yours, to support, guiide, and friend people that are new.

So, let's get started.  I sent a friend request, suggested some friends, and now lets get you in some challenges!  

[BarbaraForcebit]

Hi VinnyAnn~ Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  You have your Fitbit and you're ready to go!

Let's get you some friends, involved in some challenges, and get you involved with the Fitbit Community.  You have a good idea just from what you posted.  By answering posts like yours, to support, guiide, and friend people that are new.

So, let's get started.  I sent a friend request, suggested some friends, and now lets get you in some challenges!  

[BarbaraForcebit]

Hi Roniart30~  Welcome to the Fitbit Community!  You've done the right thing by reaching out.  I'd love to be your friend and introduce you to more people so you can get the support, encouragement, and learning about the competitions and the Fitbit Community.  I suffer from depression too.  Since using the Fitbit and using it consistently my depression has been much improved.  We can talk more about that privately.

I'm excited you've joined the Fitbit Community.  Let's get started and shoot for the moon!