i’ve been struggling with trying to lose weight and its hard when I have no, self esteem and give intto the foods I know I don’t need. But when your family is fussing if you don’t eat them sometimes it’s easier to give in. Now that I am on the backside of 50 things have got to change and that is why I wanted to sharing some tips with you.
Losing weight can be challenging at any age, but losing weight can be especially difficult for women in their 50s. This is due to a number of factors, including hormonal changes, a slowing metabolism, and a decrease in muscle mass. However, there are a number of things that women in their 50s can do to lose weight and improve their overall health.
Here are some tips for weight loss for women in their 50s:
- Set realistic goals. Don’t try to lose too much weight too quickly. Aim to lose 1-2 pounds per week. If I could do this I would be a happy camper. But no, matter what I do including walking I can’t lose weight.
- Make small changes to your diet. These changes can add up over time and lead to significant weight loss. Some examples of small changes include:
- Cutting back on sugary drinks. I’ve done this I am down to one Soda or glass of Sweet Tea and the rest of the day it’s water.
- Eating more fruits and vegetables. Which I admit I don’t eat Fruit, but I love vegetables and need to eat more of them and to this every day and cut out Macaroni and Cheese and Mashed Potatoes.
- Choosing lean protein sources. For me this would be more Chicken and less Hamburger Meat especially when we don’t buy the higher grade and end up with Meat full of fat.
- Cooking at home more often
- Get regular exercise. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise most days of the week. I don’t know if walking is moderate-intensity or not but its what I’ve been doing. Aiming for at least 5,000 steps a day and yes, I fail sometimes but I do try and that is what counts isn’t it?
- Get enough sleep. When you don’t get enough sleep, your body produces more of the stress hormone cortisol, which can lead to weight gain. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep per night. I don’t get this because I can’t sleep sometimes or I get to hurting and wake up or I have to go to the bathroom several times a night. Do you have to do this as well?
- Manage stress. Stress can lead to unhealthy eating habits and weight gain. Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as exercise, meditation, or yoga. If only I could because I feel like I am buried in stress. How about you?
- Talk to your doctor. If you have any health concerns, talk to your doctor before starting a weight loss plan. We don’t have insurance so we can’t go to the doctor the way we should which stinks.
Losing weight can be challenging, but it is possible for women in their 50s. By following these tips, you can improve your health and well-being. As well as loss of PRAYER and support from our friends and family.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
