It's my 40th birthday tomorrow! 2 month progress pics

PaulaRocksFL
PaulaRocksFL Posts: 9
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A couple months ago, I decided that I wanted to be in better shape in my 40s than I was in my 30s.

Stephanie and I are eating healthier and exercising at least 5 days a week. (Thank you, Stephanie! and thanks for the help and motivation Cassandra, Mom and MFP friends.

My 40th birthday is tomorrow. :)

Here is a picture of my progress so far (about two months in)... I'll post another update pic on January 1st.

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  • two_octopodes
    two_octopodes Posts: 130 Member
    WOW! What a difference! Keep it up, girl. =)
  • pixietoes
    pixietoes Posts: 1,591 Member
    You look amazing. If you've only lost 9 lbs I'm guessing you've built a lot of muscle to have made such a change. Good for you, and happy birthday!
  • JigglyPig
    JigglyPig Posts: 231 Member
    This progress is simply inspiring! TWO months??!?! And you already look completely different?! This is amazing. I am so inspired!
  • schotas
    schotas Posts: 150 Member
    Congratulations! What great progress! Have a happy 40th. :smile:
  • forwesgar13
    forwesgar13 Posts: 56 Member
    Happy Birthday ! I too am on the road to fabulous and fit at 40 . What a difference 10 lbs has made especially in two months. Congrat's on your hard work and keep it going !
  • grdnr03
    grdnr03 Posts: 547 Member
    Happy Birthday!! you look amazing for such little pds lost! great job!! great way to start the 40's
  • paulaann67
    paulaann67 Posts: 145 Member
    Congrats very big difference seen in the photos keep at it it's working!!
  • Baloostika
    Baloostika Posts: 203 Member
    Wow! So much visible difference. HBD and keep the faith. What was ur exercise?
  • hsblanchette
    hsblanchette Posts: 1 Member
    Wow, Congrats! The big 4-0 is such a big mental milestone, and there's no better way to tackle it than in the best shape of your life! Great work & good luck meeting the rest of your goals!
  • tamba01
    tamba01 Posts: 110 Member
    wow. what a difference. You are doing great.
  • erikaaaaaaaa
    erikaaaaaaaa Posts: 155 Member
    You look amazing and only after two months? Fantastic! Happy, happy birthday!
  • PaulaRocksFL
    PaulaRocksFL Posts: 9
    Thank you, everyone!

    Someone asked what I've been doing to get in shape....

    logging all food and exercise on MFP every day

    eating net 1200 each day

    got a pedometer and try to walk extra steps every day

    see a trainer 2x a month for an exercise routine

    3x a week an hour of fast walking

    3x week calisthenics / body weight exercises

    3x week beginning weight lifting

    I'm excited about the progress!

    Thanks again for all the kind words!

    Paula :)
  • andiechick
    andiechick Posts: 916 Member
    Well done, I made the same decision (I'm 2 weeks behind you) unfortunately I'm not as close to goal as I wanted to be, however I'm not letting that put me off and I'm going to keep pushing forward. I'm already feeling fitter and slimmer, just waiting for the scales to catch up. You're an inspiriation x

    By the way, happy 40th for tomorrow!! :flowerforyou:
  • Dorann71
    Dorann71 Posts: 1
    GREAT JOB!!
    Keep up the good work!! :)
  • frosty73
    frosty73 Posts: 424 Member
    Stunning! You look fabulous, what a great way to start your 40s!
  • newmooon56
    newmooon56 Posts: 347 Member
    Congrats- another 40 year old here to tell you - its not so bad!

    being in shape sure makes the difference tho - makes being 40 feel a whole lot better, now dont it?

    You must be so proud- YOU SHOULD BE! You look amazing and so much healthier! Keep up the good work. :flowerforyou:
  • nuttyduffy
    nuttyduffy Posts: 255 Member
    Fantastic changes & Happy Birthday :drinker:
  • Vyshness8699
    Vyshness8699 Posts: 390 Member
    Wow that is AMAZING!!! Only 2 months wow!
  • Nicksgma
    Nicksgma Posts: 2
    See Paula, other people really can see the change. You are making it happen and will reach 40 in much better health.
    Love you forever, Mom
  • InPieces3
    InPieces3 Posts: 215
    Happy 40th birthday to you! And congratulations on your loss!!! You definitely can tell. :flowerforyou:
  • larryc0923
    larryc0923 Posts: 557 Member
    I really love the things (logging MFP daily, regular exercise, etc.) you are doing. It is really showing. Very inspirational. Happy 40th birthday. I am trying to be healthier in my late 50s than I was in my 30s or 40s.
  • trchristy
    trchristy Posts: 155 Member
    way to go what a awesome accomplishment. You look great. keep up the good work
  • clover5
    clover5 Posts: 1,640 Member
    Your doing great! Happy birthday tomorrow.
  • vanillabean713
    vanillabean713 Posts: 1
    WOW!!! That is great! You've just inspired me to add more exercise to my routine! Happy Birthday!
  • TXtstorm
    TXtstorm Posts: 163 Member
    That's the way to work it!
  • Kristen_nicole95
    Kristen_nicole95 Posts: 112 Member
    WOW! That is sooo amazing! You look awesome, what a huge change in 2 months!
  • Shahaddd
    Shahaddd Posts: 9
    happy birthday :D OMG you look great :) you make me more motivated!!!
  • Josh_H
    Josh_H Posts: 1,151
    Nice work.
  • CacophonyJen
    CacophonyJen Posts: 31
    So very proud of you!!! I know that you have been working very hard these last two months, and it really shows!

    And...glad to welcome you into the "women of a certain age" club! LOL
  • PaulaRocksFL
    PaulaRocksFL Posts: 9
    Thanks, everyone!

    I started my birthday off with a 5 mile walk... feeling good. :)

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