I can tell you that I started in a similar place, and I lost 2-3 lbs. per week when I started. It then slowed to 2 lbs. per week, then 1.5, then 1, then .5 as I continued my journey.
I AVERAGED 1.71 lbs per week over the whole year.
I also calorie count, and exercised for 1 hour per day (5-6 days per week) throughout my weight loss. I'm 50+ (post-menopausal) so my age probably affected my rate of loss as well.
It sounds like you have a good plan, just stick to it and you should see a nice loss by November.
Remember - your results in November are dependent upon each and every decision you make between now and then. My weight loss and maintenance journey has been comprised of thousands of decisions and choices. If you make wise ones, the journey is so much more enjoyable (and successful).
You CAN do this! Post often to hold yourself accountable. Maybe even join one of the accountability threads here at 3FC. I found them to be a great motivator when I really wanted to slip off plan.
Also - I really think keeping a food/exercise/weight journal (Fitday, etc.) really helped me. Knowing I had to log everything helped me avoid some less healthy, yet tempting foods along the way.
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