Where do 40 somethings post? - 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet Weight Loss Community

losinlish · 11-15-2010, 11:16 AM

So, I'm pretty new here, and am surprised to see the lack of activity at the 40-somethings forum. I am 44, and most of my friends in the same age range need support in weight loss. Where do other 40-somethings post?

AnnieDrews · 11-15-2010, 11:32 AM

Hi! Well, we have an "accountability"/chat thread that just doesn't seem to be seeing much activity lately. I'm very frustrated by that because it was very active when I joined the site and seems to have dropped off.

I know people are very busy, but it is SO helpful for me to have an area to be honest and accountable. I usually don't post on the weekends, I try to take a break from the internet, so I know others may do the same.

We really need to have a more active thread. I know there are other areas of accountability on this board, but I just feel more comfortable interacting w/ people in my age range.

Come join in on the thread??

neurodoc · 11-16-2010, 08:50 PM

I've been posting in the Featherweights section, as well as on the Weight Training board, and lurking on the Maintainer's and body image boards (I'm seemingly interminably ~7 pounds away from goal). It is difficult for me to find a place where I'm completely comfortable, I have to admit. I am 45 though.

flippychick · 11-19-2010, 11:46 AM

I'm 39...and a half, so I don't exactly know where I belong! I've been posting in Featherweights and Calorie Counters and general Weight Loss Support... Is it ok if I join in even though I'm 6 months shy of my 4-0?

bargoo · 11-19-2010, 12:14 PM

flippy. you can post anywhere you feel comfortable.

L144S · 11-19-2010, 12:28 PM

:Welcome:
I tend to come in to the boards and click on NEW POSTS so i post all over the place.

Ronibear · 11-23-2010, 02:09 PM

Hi there...I am new to this forum. Trying hard to lose weight and know i cannot do it alone. I have a silly question as a newbie....how did you all get those cool "trackers" on your posts....the ones showing your progress? they all look so wonderful!

AnnieDrews · 11-23-2010, 02:15 PM

Hi Ronnie and welcome!!!! I used to live in KY...Ashland. Is Southgate anywhere near there?

On the trackers....they call them "tickers" here and you can also use signatures. Here is a link that hopefully explains the process.

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/anno...questions.html

Come join us in the 40-somethings thread if you're looking for a place!

vdander24 · 11-23-2010, 02:16 PM

Hi! have a couple of years to go officially befor this thread, but I generally look through threads and read any new or interesting ones, regardless of whether I belong. I joined this month, and so far that has worked really well for me.

RONIBEAR - To get the ticker you have to post 20 times, and be enrolled for 20 days. I guess it keeps you motivated to keep going.

Ronibear · 11-23-2010, 02:20 PM

Thanks for the help ladies! I am happy to say that I would love to be part of the 40-somethings! Southgate is probably about 1 1/2 hours away from ashland, but I've been there several times!
Okay...so to get my ticker i need to stay involved. Perhaps this will help me stay motivated. This may be something really good for me because I am the only one in my family with weight issues...so, no one understands me!