Women of the Over Age 35 Section (Pic thread, not journal thread)

**Coco9** · 10-28-2008, 09:17 PM

Wow Elaine! You look fantastic! Do you know how awesome it is to have you in the 35+ forum? Many 20 year olds wish they look like you! Thanks for sharing your photo

**shelleyt2005** · 10-29-2008, 08:35 AM

Originally Posted by fitnessfortune

Ok, I'm a proud 52 and love life due to my lifestyle...here is my favorite pic...i think I look a bit like a muscular leprechaun...lol

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/photo/...user=106292503

I'm hoping to meet some "mature" friends on this over 35 forum...is there an over 45 forum...you do realize what a diff ten years makes don't you....and then from 45-50 ....just gets more of a challenge but hey, that's my middle name!

Nice to meet you all. (no I'm not really from Nashville...anyone want to buy a house?) A NYer in TN...what a riot! How'd that happen???

~Elaine

You look AWESOME!!! I hope that in 9 years or so I can look like that. I just started in June. If I keep it up, and workout hard, maybe I can look almost as good as you!!! You are truly and inspiration!!!

**CYLON RAIDER** · 10-29-2008, 11:49 AM

Originally Posted by fitnessfortune

Ok, I'm a proud 52 and love life due to my lifestyle...here is my favorite pic...i think I look a bit like a muscular leprechaun...lol

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/photo/...user=106292503

I'm hoping to meet some "mature" friends on this over 35 forum...is there an over 45 forum...you do realize what a diff ten years makes don't you....and then from 45-50 ....just gets more of a challenge but hey, that's my middle name!

Nice to meet you all. (no I'm not really from Nashville...anyone want to buy a house?) A NYer in TN...what a riot! How'd that happen???

~Elaine

I have only one thing to say about your bodyspace and pics there.....
and that is.....DAAAYUUUUM!!

**size10chronicle** · 10-30-2008, 12:15 PM

how do you get pictures up on this thread? I don't get it?

**samori** · 10-31-2008, 03:40 AM

Originally Posted by size10chronicle

how do you get pictures up on this thread? I don't get it?

not sure on the picture loading,

but your bodyspace shows some tremendous progress. Keep up the great work!!

**...Kennedy** · 10-31-2008, 09:53 AM

Originally Posted by size10chronicle

how do you get pictures up on this thread? I don't get it?

You can use the "manage attachments" button in the additional options below the smileys in the reply section, or if they are already hosted, put the url to them between [img] [/img] tags.

Or, you can just refer us to your bodyspace...speaking of which, you are really making great progress!

**visualidea** · 11-08-2008, 12:42 PM

I'll join along. I feel more confident to post this pic. here vs. the pic. gallery.
My main goal is to see what I can do with my abs. I've been working serious on them since August with a clean diet. I've had a couple surgeries on my stomach which has caused my left lower ab muscle to push out from the scar tissue. So that's my biggest goal right now...if I can transform them in spite of that. I'm having fun trying anyway...

**MuscleMom** · 11-08-2008, 03:16 PM

Originally Posted by visualidea

I'll join along. I feel more confident to post this pic. here vs. the pic. gallery.
My main goal is to see what I can do with my abs. I've been working serious on them since August with a clean diet. I've had a couple surgeries on my stomach which has caused my left lower ab muscle to push out from the scar tissue. So that's my biggest goal right now...if I can transform them in spite of that. I'm having fun trying anyway...

You should be confident b/c you look GREAT!

**Amylyn** · 11-11-2008, 05:57 AM

I am new at this and would like some feed back. I have a few pics on my body space.

**farsscf** · 11-11-2008, 07:15 AM

Originally Posted by Amylyn

I am new at this and would like some feed back. I have a few pics on my body space.

4,294,967,295
Wow, high post count!

**Amylyn** · 11-11-2008, 07:46 AM

I don't think that is right?

**farsscf** · 11-11-2008, 08:37 AM

probably not, lol

**jimmoore** · 11-14-2008, 02:03 AM

Originally Posted by fitnessfortune

Ok, I'm a proud 52 and love life due to my lifestyle...here is my favorite pic...i think I look a bit like a muscular leprechaun...lol

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/photo/...user=106292503

I'm hoping to meet some "mature" friends on this over 35 forum...is there an over 45 forum...you do realize what a diff ten years makes don't you....and then from 45-50 ....just gets more of a challenge but hey, that's my middle name!

Nice to meet you all. (no I'm not really from Nashville...anyone want to buy a house?) A NYer in TN...what a riot! How'd that happen???

~Elaine

Love the attitude Elaine and that reflects in the excellent physique you have. respect to everyone who posted, but I love the quote " challenge is my middle name" It reminds me of mine, " why am I still doing this at my age? Because I can" respect, Jim

**MuscleMom** · 11-14-2008, 06:58 PM

Originally Posted by jimmoore

Love the attitude Elaine and that reflects in the excellent physique you have. respect to everyone who posted, but I love the quote " challenge is my middle name" It reminds me of mine, " why am I still doing this at my age? Because I can" respect, Jim

Love the quote Jim!!

**sraddad** · 11-15-2008, 04:31 PM

Originally Posted by visualidea

I'll join along. I feel more confident to post this pic. here vs. the pic. gallery.
My main goal is to see what I can do with my abs. I've been working serious on them since August with a clean diet. I've had a couple surgeries on my stomach which has caused my left lower ab muscle to push out from the scar tissue. So that's my biggest goal right now...if I can transform them in spite of that. I'm having fun trying anyway...

Yep I agree you look great.

**swillson** · 11-19-2008, 07:33 AM

Hi everyone! I'm in my first week of training seriously and love the encouragement of this site! I'm impressed by the physiques of all of you over 40's. I'm 48 and have always wanted the great figure and ripped look and have decided that it's now or never. No pics yet but hope to get them on soon and share my transformation. My biggest struggle will be the clean eating as I'm a total sweet-aholic! So far so good!

**eodkev** · 11-19-2008, 10:05 AM

new to this? you look great! keep working and dont lose sight of your goals!

**MuscleMom** · 11-19-2008, 08:03 PM

Originally Posted by swillson

Hi everyone! I'm in my first week of training seriously and love the encouragement of this site! I'm impressed by the physiques of all of you over 40's. I'm 48 and have always wanted the great figure and ripped look and have decided that it's now or never. No pics yet but hope to get them on soon and share my transformation. My biggest struggle will be the clean eating as I'm a total sweet-aholic! So far so good!

Hi and welcome! You will get some great support and advice here! Best of luck with your goals!!

**MomOf4onaMission** · 11-25-2008, 07:56 AM

Hi Everyone, I'm on my 3rd week of 100% eating clean & training w/JPhillips17.
I've lost 5.5lbs in the last two weeks, since I've been training with him. I've been over weight since Freshman yr, when I gained the "Freshman 15". I am finally going to have the body I should have had in my 20's!

I've tried everything from cabbage soup diets, atkins, south beach, & nothing ever worked for long, as you all know. There's no magic pill, there's nothing but hardwork, eating clean & healthy!! My DH & I are both embracing this new & improved lifestyle! Hub's is down 20lbs & I'm down 27lbs since June of this year.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/photo/...user=107395421
http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com//i...294132orig.jpg

I would like to compete at least once

Thanks for listening,
Roseanne

**lariena1** · 11-25-2008, 09:36 AM

I noticed over 40 it is a little harder to stay in shape but so worth it!

**HoosierHardGain** · 11-25-2008, 10:02 AM

Originally Posted by MomOf4onaMission

Hi Everyone, I'm on my 3rd week of 100% eating clean & training w/JPhillips17.
I've lost 5.5lbs in the last two weeks, since I've been training with him. I've been over weight since Freshman yr, when I gained the "Freshman 15". I am finally going to have the body I should have had in my 20's!

I've tried everything from cabbage soup diets, atkins, south beach, & nothing ever worked for long, as you all know. There's no magic pill, there's nothing but hardwork, eating clean & healthy!! My DH & I are both embracing this new & improved lifestyle! Hub's is down 20lbs & I'm down 27lbs since June of this year.

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/photo/...user=107395421
http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com//i...294132orig.jpg

I would like to compete at least once

Thanks for listening,
Roseanne

Hey Roseanne! Nice to see you in the forum section.

**MomOf4onaMission** · 11-25-2008, 01:23 PM

Originally Posted by HoosierHardGain

Hey Roseanne! Nice to see you in the forum section.

Hey there! Thanks for the Welcome

I thought I'd venture of here for some more knowledge

**jimmoore** · 11-27-2008, 01:47 AM

Originally Posted by lariena1

I noticed over 40 it is a little harder to stay in shape but so worth it!

Is staying in shape harder over 40 ? yes, but do we add to this by over thinking it and creating barriers for ourselves or maybe excuses of why its not working?

What about over 60? this is my inspiration Bernie Cooper, top pro at 62

http://www.uk-muscle.co.uk/shows-pro...rope-08-a.html
If he can do it, so can I

**coffeebean** · 11-28-2008, 12:25 PM

Hi Everyone,

I just spent the last little bit reading some of the posts here and thought this might be a place for me to do some posting and get some feedback. My photos are largely from last year...except my profile back shot which is from June of this year.

I have been lifting and working out for years but started really focusing on the diet aspect of my fitness in May/ June of 2007.

I am not interested in competition of any kind so although I eat "clean" 75% of the time, I am not militant. I am however interested in a leaner physique and feel for my effort and diet I should be struggling a little less than I am right now.

So, Last year I was easily able to eat 1750 cals and feel good, as though I had plenty to eat and could maintain or even lose a bit of fat...was at about 18%. Now, I find anything over 1550-1600 and I gain weight while increasing cardio and running miles just to stay small enough to fit into my favorite jeans. I am definitely eating less and gaining. So, I am wondering a couple of things and even had my thyroid checked and it is fine.

1. I had surgery in June and due both to that and an initial drop in gym time and the fact I have been lax about protein intake off and on since then I believe I have lost a good amount of muscle. (though the weights I lift have not dropped..?) So, my macros have not been right at all, though my overall food intake is very healthy, vegetarian, simple and clean.
My other idea is 2. that I am just suffering the effects of age, just turned 40 and there is a normal drop in hormones etc.

My struggle with this idea is everything I read here and elsewhere and all the photos I see of women my age sho it is possible to eat a reasonable amount of food and be lean.

So, I guess I am just asking if any women out there over 35 have noticed a severe drop in metabolism or if this appears in my case to simply be my lax attention to macros.

I appreciate any feedback.

Thanks so much.

**Simply the Best** · 11-30-2008, 01:56 PM

Originally Posted by LateStart

Holy Cannoli - What a difference you made!!! Is tracy the only female BB here?

nope.... irish and up and coming 5'' 2 and 143 now and growing for next year to compete

**Simply the Best** · 11-30-2008, 02:01 PM

Originally Posted by Dummer

I just got done checking out this tread and all I can say is "OH MY GOD!!!" If the ladies at my gym looked like the ladies here, I would be there 5 days a week! Everyone is looking great!

nice one

**FIREAXE205** · 12-03-2008, 12:11 PM

If you put in your mind to train, eat right and do your cardio it's easy. Just remember to focus on your goals and take it one day at a time. WE all hit that wall sometimes and think nothing will get better but it actually does. You may not see it right away because it takes time. The time it takes however is worth it !!

V1 · 12-04-2008, 09:41 PM

Let's see if this works...gotta 'represent' for the masters crowd! This is a Master's National photo from this summer (35 years old)...

This one's from '07...

**Rann** · 12-04-2008, 10:59 PM

Originally Posted by V1

Let's see if this works...gotta 'represent' for the masters crowd! This is a Master's National photo from this summer (35 years old)...

You look great!

**bebeklein** · 12-05-2008, 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by swillson

Hi everyone! I'm in my first week of training seriously and love the encouragement of this site! I'm impressed by the physiques of all of you over 40's. I'm 48 and have always wanted the great figure and ripped look and have decided that it's now or never. No pics yet but hope to get them on soon and share my transformation. My biggest struggle will be the clean eating as I'm a total sweet-aholic! So far so good!

I have a sweet tooth as well. I buy Stevia which is a natural sweetener made from a plant extract (not chemicals like the pink and blue) and it has zero cals.

Try it in FF plain yogurt or FF cottage cheese with strawberries. Tastes delish and like a dessert.

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