Question

I began tracking on WW seriously 11/22/19; 12 weeks ago. I’m losing . 66 per week and feeling very sorry for myself. I see many of you losing far more, & I rejoice with and for you! But I wonder; I’m 62, one replaced knee, other one bone on bone; 2 torn tendons in shoulder I’m needing replaced soon. All that to say, I’m not real active. Anyone else similar to me and losing slowly? And. any suggestions? Thank you in advance.  

Answer 1

You have to get in the right mindset and keep going, knowing you lose slowly, I do also - about the same as you but have to keep going. As someone said above it will accumulate. Never give up - you got this.  

Answer 2

Little losses, all add up. I will be 62 tomorrow. We need to face reality, metabolism does slow with age. Also, if we aren't as active and building muscle, it will be slow. Try to think about feeling better, and incorporate little bouts of activity. Sometimes it is just parking a little further away, or lifting one pound weights during commercials. Each person is unique. Try not to compare or compete with others

Answer 3

5 1/2 weeks. 9-10 lbs down. Not as many as some but I’ll take it.  

Answer 4

I'm 77. Both knees replaced & L shoulder. Torn rotor cuff R shoulder. Have always been a slow loser, even when I was younger & more active. Water exercise was recommended by one of my docs. After much searching, I've found a class, which works for me. Also use my Fitbit, so get a total daily activity count.  

Answer 5

I’m 74 and pretty active and I’m lucky if I’m down . 4 in a week. I don’t always pick foods perfectly but overall pretty good. I lost 50 lbs 4 years ago and now I’m basically maintaining that. It’s ok. At least I’m not packing it back on

Answer 6

Losing slower isn’t bad.  

Answer 7

There are alot of us facing same as you. Im 68 always lost alot on ww but my thyroid has been removed , still trying to get meds right. It is frustrating but i think positive by saying at least I'm eating healthy, staying away from unhealthy stuff and waiting for warmer weather to get out more. Its hard but one day at a time stay positive.  

Answer 8

I know your pain. It took me 3 years to lose 90 lbs and I was very committed and dedicated to my WW plan. I will say, I did not exercise and was in my late 50’s so both those factors probably came into play. I put a few pounds back on over the past year and am now following the green plan religiously and am averaging a better weight loss & very close to being back at goal. I rarely use my weeklies and am trying to be more active although I still do not have a structured exercise program. someday. hang in there!  

Answer 9

I am on my third time on weight watchers. And losing maybe . 6 - . 8 a week this time around. Slow but steady.  

Answer 10

I'm disabled. Here's the thing. we may lose " slowly", but I was gaining quickly before I joined and started to take my eating problems in hand. I would gain again if I stopped today. I am enjoying feeling better. I am not in a race. I truly believe I was at the ripping point of dying before I joined. Please don't be discouraged. Stretch as you can, drink your water and eat your basics. Enjoy your fun stuff enough to remain happy. This is all about living better. Don't put yourselves on a clock.  

Answer 11

Don't give up

Answer 12

I’m 71, two replaced shoulders, one replaced hip and two knees that need replacing. I exercise gently, chair yoga etc. that said, I have lost 56 pounds in 11 months. Not in a straight decline though. Down 1 up 1, down. 4 up 2, plateau down 3 etc. the general movement however is down. Have patience, this is a journey, a new lifestyle. Don’t compare yourself to others. I never lost a lot at once or fast but I’m lighter than I was a year ago and I will be lighter next year. Keep up the good work. Every once lost is a loss and adds up. This is NOT a diet.  

Answer 13

I'm 62, about the same keep the faith cause one morning it will be a shock the wt lose. keep ur chin up girl u got this.  

Answer 14

I’m happy with any loss even . 1 because that means I’m doing something right. Don’t feel sorry for yourself, that’s the plan working right there at least it’s no gain.  

Answer 15

I'm 72 was inactive, now take 4 classes a week and I got a fit bit and now walk 5, 000 or 6, 000 a day and the weight is not moving. What the heck do I do now?  

Answer 16

Yes. I will be 69 next month and it's taken me since June to lose 34 pounds, but I only have 30 more to go to get to my goal. My weight goes up, down, down, up, or stays the same from week to week. But I'm trying on smaller clothes in my closet and they fit. My left knee is also bone on bone and my right knee is going to need replacing soon. My orthopedic surgeon is ready to do surgery, but I want to lose another ten pounds and get to 180 pounds first. Plus I'm limping and I'm in constant pain but there's no quitting or giving up in my game. Where there's a will there's a way. I've been doing this exercise DVD that's designed for older people with limited mobility and I'm in love with it.  

Answer 17

You’re not alone. I lose the same way-small bits & pieces.  

Answer 18

I was told fr every pound you loose 5 to 7 pounds of pressure off your knees. I know mine are better after loosing 10 poundd

Answer 19

I would love to loose . 66 each week

Answer 20

I'm 68, very close to 69. My losses have been slow, last week 4oz, this week 2oz. But a total of 33 lbs since starting in June 2019

Answer 21

63 (4 surgeries on my foot one more pending) lost 30 first year and have been at a plateau for 5 mths now. Time to mix it up!  

Answer 22

I am losing slowly also, I knee replacement the other knee is starting to bother me. So I went on you tube and look for chair exercises for seniors. I fond a lot but I exercise with HASfit I like them.  

Answer 23

And. play the whole tape through. if you stop taking care of yourself, you’re going to feel so much worse and not be able to do the things you want to do!  

Answer 24

I feel your pain, sista. I like to think of myself as a point six girl. It is frustrating. and I do feel sorry for myself. and I admit to being jealous of others. but it does add up.  

Answer 25

I'm 70. I understand what everyone is saying. Have any of you tried chair exercises on Youtube. That is something i need to make myself do.  

Comments

@pisistratus check out Grow Young Fitness. I have 2 of his exercise videos. I really like them.  
https://www.growyoungfitness.com/

Answer 26

I am 74 and just joined water aquatic to get some excerise I have had two knee replacements and one hip replaced now need both shoulders done (won’t be doing that) thought the excerise would help speed it up plus good stress released (husband has frontal lobe dementia)

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@edvard I am 76. Have 2 knee replacements and had back surgery and shoulder rotator cuff surgery and broke my wrist tripping over the dog. I walk at my gym 3 to 5 miles a day plus do the recumbent bike for 6 miles. I started going for therapy for last knee replacement and fell in love with walking. I’m a slow loser but still feel on top of the world. Good luck to you.  

Answer 27

I’m 66. I lose ab a pound a week. For the past two weeks there was no change. Then down 1. 5. It’s slow and uneven but it took me a few years to put it on. Focusing on feeling better at just losing 13 lbs but it took me two months

Answer 28

I’m in my 60’s, had my thyroid out in my 30’s. I loose 3-4 pounds a month with a lot of effort. Just think where we will be in a year!  

Answer 29

Please don’t compare your journey to others. We are all different in so many ways. Losing . 66 a week is 35lbs in a year. That is amazing! I’m not in your age bracket, but just know that you are doing awesome!  

Answer 30

Progress not perfection. You are doing great  

Answer 31

Yes I am slower than you. have RA and taking prednisone . but I am headed in right direction and so are you! Don’t quit

Answer 32

I’m losing slowly as well. in my 60’s maybe 1/2 a pound a week. it’s slow. but I’m sticking with it. Hang in there!  

Answer 33

I'm in my late 60's and I loose slowly. A loss is always better than a gain. I just know I feel better. Not bloated.  

Answer 34

I am 59 and almost 6 weeks on program and have lost a little over 6 pounds. It is coming off slow but I am feeling better in my clothes so I am encouraged. One week I lost nothing . This is with very little exercise due to total hip replacement 10 weeks ago. Stay encouraged!  

Comments

@paronomasia chair exercise is great. You tube has videos. Good job on your weigh loss.  

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@paronomasia feel better soon. Listen to your body. If it hurts; don't do it!  

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@lamarckian thank you!  

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@peppermint6166 thank you!  

Answer 35

You are doing awesome!  

Answer 36

Turned 75 yesterday - lots of celebrations this week as my husband’s birthday was 4 days before mine - ate out more meals than I can remember! Getting together with our children & grands tomorrow for lunch & then I will be putting a screeching halt to crazy eating & back on program. Just be persistent because that’s what it’s about. not perfection! We all have lives & sometimes it gets in our way but you just do the best you can. Just don’t give up.  

Answer 37

It took me 4 years to lose 60 lbs. But I'm at goal. Now if I can lose a couple more lbs so I don't stress about going over, I will be good. Anyone can work out. If all you do is lift a can of green beans 3 times a week.