NEW GROUP: 20 Down by Halloween! Join NOW!

JackeeW
JackeeW Posts: 72
edited October 1 in Motivation and Support
Wanna hear something scary? Halloween is in 75 days! That's just a little more than 10 weeks away!

My goal is to be 20 pounds lighter in time for Halloween!

Are you with me? If so, join this group and let's motivate one another!

Please join below by telling everyone a little about yourself AND what you'll be doing to help you reach your goal!

I can't wait to meet everyone and to get started! :)

A little about me: I'm a military wife, a mommy to a sweet little boy who just started kindergarten, and a third-year law student. What do I plan on doing to help me reach my goal? I want to make better eating choices (specifically: watch my snacking), drink more water, and exercise at least 3x a week, including swimming and treadmill time! Please add me as your friend after you join this group to help us motivate one another!

Note: This Group will close August 31, 2011 at midnight (central time).
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  • nakabi
    nakabi Posts: 589 Member
    I'm interested in joining the group!!!

    I'm 27, wife of one, mama of 2 (23 months & 4 months). I was having a hard time losing the baby fat after giving birth and that's what prompted me to join MFP. For me it's not so much a numeric goal; it's a lifestyle change. Making better choices, exercising, portion control.

    I'm doing this for me, my husband, and my children. I've been exercising 5 days a week and hope to continue...
  • Emily_34
    Emily_34 Posts: 26 Member
    Hi! I'm in! My name is Emily Roberson, I'm 34 years old. I'm married and have 4 children, ages 11, 8, 3, 1. I'm a stay at home mom, but a full time student. And I just started this program today and I'm very excited and motivated and very eager to make changes in my life.
  • Raw07
    Raw07 Posts: 206
    I would love to join! Halloween is scarey! and I get grumpy because all the costumes I want to wear are all skimpy and or too tight!
    I would love to be 20 pounds lighter in time for halloween too!

    A little about me, Im a stay at home mom who watches children in my home as well. I have three children, 12 year old boy, 7 year old girl and a 4 year old boy who just started kindergarten. Doing home schooling. I want ot make healthier choices, work out at least 5x a week, and not give up with in two - three weeks like i usually do.
    I last weighed myself on August 9th and weighed in at 161 lbs. I promised my husband I would not weigh in until August 30th.
    Cant wait to meet new people and stay motivated!!
  • jnrgreene
    jnrgreene Posts: 11 Member
    JackeeW,

    I would love to join you! I just realized the other day that my 31st birthday is in 65 days and I want to loose another 20 lbs. I am a mother of 4 ages 8,7,6 and 4. They are all great kiddos! I have been training for my first 5k. I would love to run in the "Turkey Trot" I am not a runner, but I am working on it. :) I try really hard to work out 5 times a week on my treadmill and I also do weights 3 times a week. I have lost 25 lbs so far, but I want to loose about 40 more. I'm excited to have someone else for encouragement!

    Rebecca
  • KayaSamantha
    KayaSamantha Posts: 157 Member
    Yes please! I am half way to my goal weight of 145 and needing an extra push right now! I am currently swimming, and hiking on alternate days of the week and walking at least 1 hour a day. I am starting strength training next week after meeting with a trainer for a plan. Good luck to all of us!
  • laureneva15
    laureneva15 Posts: 280
    Joined.

    Turning 22 later October, so this gives me more incentive to lose!
    Full time nursing student.
    Go to the gym 3-5 times a week, need to start exercising at home.
    really sturggling with my diet.
    Starting afresh today tho, so this is good timing :D
  • JJLive
    JJLive Posts: 88 Member
    Great idea! I'd love to join and be 20 lbs lighter by Halloween!
    My name is John, I am 26 years old, ETS'd in 2010 after 8 years in the Army (Joined at 17) and I am about to start my second year of college. I am Majoring in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry, with plans for medical school. I am from Bakersfield, CA. Glad to join the group, today I weighed in halfway down, so another 20 lbs would put me within 8 lbs of my goal weight!
  • JJLive
    JJLive Posts: 88 Member
    Oh and I am riding my bike 5 days a week, I set my timer or 30 mins and ride the bike trail until it goes off, then I turn around and head back home. I calculate miles and speed and all that later =)
    I don't think I eat too badly right now, I just have WAY too high sodium, I just bought two cookbooks and trying to stop being a hopeless bachelor college student in the kitchen, LOL.
  • kshoemaker02
    kshoemaker02 Posts: 6
    I'm in! My name is Kim and I'm 27. Lost about 15lbs before finding MFP and I have recently found myself on a plateau that I can't seem to kick. Just started the Kettleworx 6 Week Body Transformation so I am hoping it will jump start my weight loss! Hopefully now this group will help too!
  • momof6monkees
    momof6monkees Posts: 59
    I'm interested :)

    My name is Diane... 31 years old and 4 kids later, I started my journey at 257... I am now sitting at 240. My total weight loss goal is 97-123 lbs (or 160 or less). I am on Atkins and tomorrow I am going to start 30 day shed tomorrow *fingers crossed*
  • jennyfair24
    jennyfair24 Posts: 273 Member
    I'd love to join you! I'm part of another challenge but you really can't have to much support or encouragement!
    I'm a stay at home mom of 3 kids (13, 11, 6) and I home school them all through a cyber charter school. I've been married to my hubby for 15 years and we run a home based business together while he is taking courses to become a certified personal trainer. My days are jam packed so I stay up late and get up early, especially so I can get my workouts done before the kiddos are up. I'm very serious about helping and motivating others live healthier lives. I've seen and lived first hand the heartbreak of losing a loved one due to a lifetime of poor eating choices and lack of activity and I don't want anyone else to needlessly feel that pain. I'm excited to join you on this challenge...Halloween will be here quick. Theres no time like the present! :smile:
  • paulaGetshealthy
    paulaGetshealthy Posts: 464
    I would love to join!

    I'm 21, I work and I'm a student. I workout 5 days a week (sometimes more). Currently I'm doing the 30-day shred and I jog. I've been losing consistently, average about 2.5 lbs a week or so. If it wasn't for my busy job, I wouldn't be losing that much weight, that's for sure!

    I weigh 159.8lbs as of Monday morning, so of course, by halloween I'd love to be at least 139.8 lbs :)

    Feel free to add me, guys and gals!
  • DashaDahling
    DashaDahling Posts: 19
    Totally joinging this challenge! Hmm...my halloween goal is to 10-15 lbs....updates to come!
  • iamahealthychick
    iamahealthychick Posts: 207 Member
    Hi. This will be my first group!

    I am 42 and mom to 3 fur kids- 2 dogs and a cat. I am a nurse but am the Clinical Educator for my unit so now have a more sedentary job.

    I have a long way to go in this journey and anything I can do to help it along, I am in for. I currently exercise when I feel like it-it is certainly becoming an almost everyday thing...I started c25k, walk on the treadmill, have bought and just received the 1st 3 Biggest Loser DVDs. I also kayak when I get the chance. This is going to be great!
  • kiku76
    kiku76 Posts: 352 Member
    I want to join. I'm 30 (31 in October) with 2 kids, 3 y/o girl and a 6 m/o boy. I'm trying to lose the famous baby weight.

    I plan to exercise 5x a week. My off days are Sun and MOn when hubby is home :)
    I will eat better.
    Just started 30 DS today and hope to pick up INsanity from my friend next week.

    edit: I'm about 145 now. I was down to 144 last week but the weekend brought family parties and tons of food. So I'm trying to get back in the right mindset.

    My goal is 130 but down to 125 would be AMAZING!
  • m_erira
    m_erira Posts: 52 Member
    I'm totally in. I joined MFP recently and lately I'm having a hard time maintaining my focus.... I'm hoping to loose at least 20 pounds by the end of the year and this group will really help me to keep me motivated. I have looked up at groups here, but I don't really know what is the process to join one.
  • HeatherB85
    HeatherB85 Posts: 18
    I'm so In! I'm 26 yrs old and have never got to go to halloween party! I've always been to fat to fit into any of the costumes! I'm hoping I can lose more by then!

    A little about myself I'm a single momma of 2 very handsome boys! I'm getting back into college to pursue my criminal justice degree in Criminology! I have been doing the 30 day shred and completely cut out my soda and sweets. I know we can all do this we have so much support her! Good luck to everyone! And feel free to add me! =-)
  • ambersobo9410
    ambersobo9410 Posts: 5 Member
    I would love to join this group.. Im 22 (ill be 23 on oct.5th) I have a son who will be a year old next month on the 4th. Ive been trying to lose my baby weight for what seems like forever. I want to try to lose atleast 20lbs by halloween so i can dress up with my little man, Thanks to MFP i think i might be able to hit that goal.
  • rqlinzer
    rqlinzer Posts: 9 Member
    I'm in, 20 pounds by Halloween is a great challenge. Please feel free to add me as a friend. I am a 31 year old mother of two. (12 and 20 months) I married the man of my dreams, and got comfortable, along with other things, gained a lot of weight. I recently grduated from lawschool and am waiting on my bar exam results.

    I have lost 14 pounds so far. I will workout at least 3 times a week and also increase my water. I cook all meals in the house, so I have already reduced the sodium, grease, etc....
  • shadykins
    shadykins Posts: 48
    Im in for sure....20 lbs and I will be at goal. I joined about 3 weeks ago but only got serious 1 1/2 weeks ago and have lost 6 lbs. I am going to be 49 in October and a mother of two young men. One who is the father of my 2 lovely grandchildren whom I love and adore. My name shadykins is from my 3 legged beagle that I used to have (the one in the pic) and loved very much.

    Besides walking I dont do any actual exercise as my daily job consists of cleaning 1 to 3 houses. I have my own business where I am very active in and have 3 other girls working for me as well. I love to keep busy and am an early morning person. Up at 5 am working by 6 am but by the mid afternoon I have had enough and dont do much except the odd walk. I reached my goal last year while on Herbal Magic but gained back 25 lbs so here I go again....I really need the support once I get there as much as getting there.

    I am very motivated to lose the weight though and look forward to this challenge.
  • SadieLuvzWolvez
    SadieLuvzWolvez Posts: 44
    hi. I am a 12 year old, who, uses MFP to help track food and use motivation. I need to lose 60 pounds or so and so 20lbs by halloween should b good! I used LiveStrong.com to help before but it didnt help but now with MFP i have lost 2 pounds and plan on visiting the doctor for a diet plan and exercise plan. I also will try to do at least 2x workouts a week and walk my dog.
  • gullettgirl
    gullettgirl Posts: 52 Member
    I would love to join! My name is Jamilaih, 31 years old, and currently weigh 152 lbs. This will be my first challenge!!! Yay! I will be logging my food as I always do, and I will be doing daily workouts using the faithful workouts from the NRB channel as well as anything else I can pick up! I have p90x, but will start that the second week in September. I will be out of town for a week during the challenge (not sure if I will have service where I will be), but will post as much as I can when I can for that week. :) Looking forward to a great challenge!
  • BeeRod527
    BeeRod527 Posts: 104
    Might as well join in! After all, Halloween is a fun day!

    Anyway, my name is Bianca but usually go by Bee. I'm turning 30 next year and been on MFP for only a week. I've lost nearly 15 pounds since deciding on a health change a month ago. Anyway, I know losing 20 might be tough (2 birthday parties during that time) but I've been consistent and will do this!

    I'm already working out 5 times a week, about an hour each day. But I might change up my workout routine from time to time. I'm already doing Spinning, Zumba, Body Conditioning, and Aqua Aerobics. I thought about Turbo Jam but we'll see. ;)
  • milimum
    milimum Posts: 1
    My name is Valerie, I would love to join the group. My goal is to definetly lose before the holidays so far i have lost 35 pds from starting on my weight loss journey of 365 and like to encoroporate new things to help me stay motivated. I'm a single mom of a 3 yr old and loving every moment. . We ride our bikes every other day and I like to take walks to just regroup every day for 45 min..Along with that I personally love yoga so that is something that we as a family do everynight. thanks
  • omgzstef
    omgzstef Posts: 157
    I'm totally in! I'm Stef, 22 from NY. I just graduated college and I finally realized that I need to change my life for good. I've tried so many diets and have lost all motivation and support. This time, I'm motivated and ready to change my life! I'm going to change my eating habits by using food in moderation & kicking butt at the gym (zumba & kickboxing are my favs) :)
  • caripta85
    caripta85 Posts: 102 Member
    I would like to join!

    Im 26 yrs old from PA, struggling to get back into some sort of shape since having my baby 6 months ago. I plan on staying under my calories, walking and working out at home as time allows! Laid off from my job so I have NO excuse this time around not to work out and stick to it!! I'm really feeling motivated from the messageboards (much better than just an app on my phone) I would love to be 20 lb lighter by Halloween so I'm not so scary lol And go into the holiday season much slimmer! Also, I'm fairly new so feel free to add me peeps! I need all the support/encouragement i can get!! thanks!
  • jeanie✰
    jeanie✰ Posts: 127
    Hi! I'm totally in! I try to make sure I eat healthy now, stay within my calorie goal, and I also try to exercise 5x a week..hopefully I can do this too!
  • JackeeW
    JackeeW Posts: 72
    Note: This Group will close August 31, 2011 at midnight (central time).

    I had initially planned on closing this group on the 31st, but now I don't think this is a good idea. I think this Group should OFFICIALLY BEGIN on Monday August 22nd (which will be WEEK ONE). This will mean that week TEN will END (and a "hypothetical week 11" would begin) ON Halloween.

    Therefore, because I will need time to divide everyone into teams (see below), I will be closing this Group at midnight (CENTRAL TIME) tonight. We've had a really good response so far, so I feel like the size is manageable. I'm sorry in advance for any confusion this might cause, as I'm unable to edit my original post.

    THE PLAN:

    I'm planning on breaking everyone into teams of 4-6, depending on the final number we get in the group before it closes. This will help with accountability. Each team can then chose a "head coach" if you'd like. I'd like for EVERYONE that is on a team together to friend one another!! Within each team you'll establish your team goal for the week AND your individual goals and then all team "head coaches" will report back on behalf of the team!

    Each week I will start a new thread: "20D by Halloween Week ONE" for example. This will be the place where EVERYONE chats together, motivates one another, and also a place where the head coaches for each team report their team's goals and accomplishments. This way we can ALL stay connected throughout the challenge even though we'll be having our smaller teams to insure accountability stays high.

    Does this sound like a good idea to everyone? Any other thoughts?
  • mrscao
    mrscao Posts: 6 Member
    Hi all,

    I would love to take the challenge. I have been having difficulty staying focused on MFP (as well as myself... which is why I am so heavy). Hopefully, you can all help me to stay motivated. I am 42. I work full time in an office (desk-job). I also am the mother of 5 teenagers.
  • jeanie✰
    jeanie✰ Posts: 127
    Sounds good to me! I'll be waiting for your instructions, oh fearless leader =P
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