Anyone have a birthday in November and would like to see how far we get?

ilovefastcarstoo

My birthday present to myself is seeing how much I can come along between me a few weeks back til my birthday on November 18. I'm eating whole foods mostly a paleo based diet with a cheat meal once a week to keep me sane and working out a few days a week. I would love to have someone else in the same boat as me and where we can see how we progress together!

msalicia116

I'm of the same mindset. My birthday is in October, and I can't help but want to look and be the healthiest version of myself. So it actually means a lot to me to lose the rest of the weight by then, and the clock is ticking. I have literally no room to put it off, everyday counts.

To me losing the weight is like the shedding of skin. I get to start all over and move forward, instead of being weighed down by the weight and the reason I gained it in the first place. I'm more motivated everyday!

ilovefastcarstoo

That's awesome ! I'm happy you are finally putting yourself and health first. Reaching your goal will be amazing once you accomplish it. I've reached goals lately and this one I've always wanted. I can't wait to be a happier healthier version of me. If you need motivation on YouTube I love this guy. His screen name is fat meets fire.

msalicia116

I follow him on Instagram! He looks amazing. How much do you want to lose by October? Then November?

ilovefastcarstoo

I weigh 163 since last Wednesday. I don't do well weighing myself everyday so I'm going to stick with weighing every Wednesday once a week. I would be happy to lose 10 lbs. I am looking to tone my body as I go with weightlifting. I haven't really incorporated exercise until recently so I'm looking forward to seeing faster results. I don't have a set number by my birthday but my goal is to just see how well I can look and feel by then. I going to get my teeth whitened and I'm growing my hair out. I've been focusing on reading and learning more so it's not just a weight loss goal but it's a big part of it. What about you?

msalicia116

I have already learned so much since I joined MFP, and it feels like the more I'm here the more I know that the results will last. I just look at the whole process differently. And like you, I realized weighing once a week is much better for moral and consistency.

I started adding exercise when I got my Fitbit, the 4th of July. That was a game changer for me! I love how it has made me feel, look, and how much better I sleep. I also am more aware of inches than the scale number. I mean, this is night and day thinking from before.

I would love to lose 10 lbs by my birthday as well, but I take 1 day at a time and just focus on whether I reached my daily activity goal, and if I'm at my desired deficit. The rest will fall into place

jhmomofmany

I'm turning 40 in November. Even if I don't lose another pound, I'm stronger and fitter than I've ever been. I don't follow a diet, really. Just trying to live a healthy life. But I wouldn't mind getting a bit closer to my weight goal by my birthday!

mkroberts118

We share the same birthday! Go us! I'm trying to get back on track with my health and fitness. A birthday challenge is just what I need to get motivated right now!

leahkathleen13

I'll try it! I'd love to be at my goal weight for a birthday gift to myself.

ilovefastcarstoo

Go us! I've never really been in good shape all my life and it's something that I would really love to achieve and attain. I probably won't be at my goal by my birthday given the amount of time and where I'm at but at my heaviest I was 250 before I gave birth to my daughter. I've come a long way since then. I will be 27 November 18 and would love to see this change in my life as I have been reaching other goals in other areas. I weigh 163 now. I find this site as well as other YouTube channels very inspiring and motivating. Plus all of you make it that much easier and it's cool to see where other people have started and where they can be after hard work and dedication. My birthday just makes me focus more on my goals knowing that I would love to have a new size and outfit by then and be able to have more energy and confidence. I would love to have some of you guys to be able to see where we'll be by then and on. It will be an amazing feeling once you hit your goal!

sienainthesun

Howdy! We have the same birthday and the same current weight. I am also aiming to be healthier by the time Nov 18 rolls around. I am good at staying active - running and hiking primarily - but want to incorporate some strength training. Also trying to get my eating cleaner. I am trying to get in more unprocessed vegetables and fruits and more fish.

Eleanorjanethinner

I have a birthday in November and it's the big 40! I dropped about 16 pounds a few years ago and have been slowly putting it back on to the point where I'm nearly back at my original weight.

So, I've got a short term goal for the next four weeks to lose at least 4 pounds but a longer term goal for November would be great.

I'm finding it tough having started a stressful new job where I'm either working from home (very sedentary) or travelling and doing long hours (tired, lots of tempting junk food).

Still, I have been going to yoga or pilates at least twice/ three times a week for the past wee while so that's something positive. Time to consider upping the intensity a bit?! Eek!

And of course cutting out my beloved wine and high calorie snacks. Oh well, onwards and downwards.

Anyone who wants to add me is welcome!

B4Rachael

My birthday is November 23rd and I am hoping to reach my goal weight by then. I was 190 and have 17 more pounds to lose.

rosbd

My Birthday is 18th November too! I have lost 53lbs and have another 24 to lose. Would love to lose it by my birthday but I am a really slow loser but I will try

ilovefastcarstoo

That's so cool we have the same birthday! We should all keep in touch somehow. I would like to have some friends that help keep me on track and I can help them vice versa. I would like to see where we are once November 18 comes. That gives me even more motivation ) feel free to add me on here.

ilovefastcarstoo

Eleanorjanethinner wrote: »

I have a birthday in November and it's the big 40! I dropped about 16 pounds a few years ago and have been slowly putting it back on to the point where I'm nearly back at my original weight.

So, I've got a short term goal for the next four weeks to lose at least 4 pounds but a longer term goal for November would be great.

I'm finding it tough having started a stressful new job where I'm either working from home (very sedentary) or travelling and doing long hours (tired, lots of tempting junk food).

Still, I have been going to yoga or pilates at least twice/ three times a week for the past wee while so that's something positive. Time to consider upping the intensity a bit?! Eek!

And of course cutting out my beloved wine and high calorie snacks. Oh well, onwards and downwards.

Anyone who wants to add me is welcome!

I'm sorry you're feeling stressed. This weightless journey is hard but I know it will be worth it. You just have to want it bad enough. You'll have to make lots of sacrifices and be able to say no. But you are worth it don't let little slip ups stop you from reaching your ultimate goal. You can do it!

ilovefastcarstoo

nhljim

November 29th here and would love to see the underside of 200 again! Under 1400 Calories/day and as a Homebrewer I won't allow a beer unless I work out for it...lol...1 mile one beer; 2 miles two beers...

Feel free to add as a friend for support!

Eleanorjanethinner

Thanks for the support, @ilovefastcarstoo I'm feeling quite motivated today - had a yummy healthy lunch and got a healthy dinner planned... I think as I long as I stay focussed I can do this!

Let's keep chatting for the next few months to keep going together.

AlMonkey

i'll be 29 on nov 23. It is hitting pretty hard that i've wasted my 20s being overweight! I'm in for seeing how far we can come by our November birthdays.

Hemo0

nhljim wrote: »

November 29th here and would love to see the underside of 200 again! Under 1400 Calories/day and as a Homebrewer I won't allow a beer unless I work out for it...lol...1 mile one beer; 2 miles two beers...

Feel free to add as a friend for support!

I like how you reward yourself for progress

ilovefastcarstoo

AlMonkey wrote: »

i'll be 29 on nov 23. It is hitting pretty hard that i've wasted my 20s being overweight! I'm in for seeing how far we can come by our November birthdays.

I feel the same way! But the past is the past and we can't get it back unfortunately. Just know that you have a lot of life left that you can enjoy being in shape. It's never too late to reach your goals.

Musicalmeganvt2016

I do! My birthday is November 4th and I have a goal of losing at LEAST 20-25 pounds by then. I know it's possibly because I've lost that much in this amount of time before, I just have to stick with it!

Musicalmeganvt2016

nhljim wrote: »

November 29th here and would love to see the underside of 200 again! Under 1400 Calories/day and as a Homebrewer I won't allow a beer unless I work out for it...lol...1 mile one beer; 2 miles two beers...

Feel free to add as a friend for support!

Beer is my weakness! I live in Vermont and there's pretty much a brewery on every street corner

chrissygbulldog3

November 7th. Starting over for the hundredth time. I can, will, and have to do this! Three months until the 7th, so I am going for 15+ pounds by then. It is a reasonable goal.

hypodonthaveme

I am going to reach my goal weight by my birthday nov. 14. I have about 12 pounds to go and I will reach 120 lbs and a total loss of 67 pounds(55 so far). So here's to a great 3 months.

I can do this. Even though I am swarmed with birthdays starting sept 3. - dec 23. 3 grand kids ( can't miss those birthdays) daughter , son in law, son and daughter in law, my mom's, sisters, brother in law, nieces and nephews.

I am going to make it. I am because I deserve to. I am because I am strong. I am because I have came too far to quit now. Loving life and loving myself.

Best wishes to all us Nov. folks. We can do this!

ccnkc091804

I'll be 39 November 24th. I've been working at it for 2 weeks so far and have lost 15 lbs. I have a long way to go and would love the challenge of seeing how far I can go by my birthday.

Eleanorjanethinner

chrissygbulldog3 wrote: »

November 7th. Starting over for the hundredth time. I can, will, and have to do this! Three months until the 7th, so I am going for 15+ pounds by then. It is a reasonable goal.

Hiya, I'm starting with a goal for the next four weeks 'cos I know I don't do well with longer term goals. And it's a fairly modest goal too - four pounds in four weeks. You with me?

kimwitt2009

My birthday is November 26. I started using this app seriously in May and have lost around 32 lbs. Still have a bunch to go. It seems to work better for me to set small goals as to not feel so overwhelmed. I initially had to loose about 15lbs for my insurance company to pay for my knee replacement surgeries that are set for September and October. I have passed that goal and now set like 10lb increments to reach. We are in Arizona right now for my hubby's job. Thankfully we will be leaving here by Saturday and are heading to Houston, TX. We live out of our RV. I reserved us a park with a pool, jacuzzi and workout room. Will be glad to do a little exercise! I can't do alot because of my knees, but pool movement should help!! Not sure how the weight loss will be during recovery, but I intend to maintain my eating at my calorie goal. And I will be doing loads of physical therapy, so that will be some movement! Feel free to add me if you wish, I love seeing everyone progress.

ilovefastcarstoo

I'd be extremely happy to lose 23 lbs by my birthday November 18. I definitely think it is doable. Congrats on everyone's progress so far !!

albirda

My birthday is 8th and turning fifty. I want to be healthy, happy and fabulous. I am down for the challenge. See everyone in November