Men's Challenge for July 2012
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amisnerpa - Sounds like you're doing it. Just at a plateau, possibly. I know I got stuck at one and took forever to go from 210 to 200. Keep up what you're doing and you'll break through it. And, the 71.5 miles is awesome.0
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My challenge to myself:
-Log 50 miles of walking, and maybe slip some jogging in
-Work the upper body, at least 10 sessions with the weights
-Lose 6 pounds down to 194
A week left in the month and I've hit most of my goals...
- Over 57 miles so far (I should add another 20+ miles)
- 9 upper body work outs, have 4 planned for this week.
- Lost 6 pounds, down to 194 (last Friday)
As I said, there's still time for me to improve on each of those, and already starting to think what I might put down for my August goals. Let's keep it going guys!0 -
Great to see some of you hitting your goals early. I'm amazed at how many miles some of you walk or run.
Here's my July weekly update for 7/20/2013.
July Goals
1. Lose 1 lb a week. Goal weight for 8/3 is 230. Down to 233.
2. Increase workouts from 15 to 30 minutes. Goal of at least 3 workouts a week.
Had 4 workouts this week, 2 of them were 30 minutes long. I found that I have more energy to workout in the afternoon versus first thing in the morning.
H - 6'2"
SW - 245
CW - 233
GW - 2150 -
I had a pretty good week last week and gained a couple of pounds...... I got kind of down about it and overdid it yesterday. Not good...... so bad I did not log it.
I hope to get back on track. I cannot get too wedded to what the scale says. I have to stay the course........ I feel better when I eat better.
It's that simple.....
Phil
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How do you guys get that weight loss graph at the bottom of your posts.....???0
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How do you guys get that weight loss graph at the bottom of your posts.....???
Phil,
Go to the APPS tab. Then go to the "Ticker" page.0 -
2. Increase workouts from 15 to 30 minutes. Goal of at least 3 workouts a week.
Had 4 workouts this week, 2 of them were 30 minutes long. I found that I have more energy to workout in the afternoon versus first thing in the morning.
Hey Lou. You're doing good. I've found the afternoon workouts work good for me as well. I work early in the morning and I found the added benefit of not being able to snack in front of the TV in the evenings. There simply isn't time after 60 minutes with the weights, dinner and another 60 minutes walking.0 -
Kevin,
Thanks for the tip........
I definitely prefer to exercise after work....... I am NOT a morning person!!
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Here's my July weekly update for 7/27/2013.
July Goals
1. Lose 1 lb a week. Goal weight for 8/3 is 230. Progress - Gained a pound this week, so at 234. Part of this may have been recalibrating my analog scale, it was close to 2 lbs off. The other part may have been my close to 2000 calorie dinner last night. Turned 54 and celebrated by going out to dinner and eating and drinking. Still have 7 days, until Aug 3rd to hit my July goal of 230 lbs. Let's finish of the month strong!
2. Increase workouts from 15 to 30 minutes. Goal of at least 3 workouts a week.
Had 3 workouts this week, 2 of them were 30 minutes long. Reduced Cardio and did more weight training.
H - 6'2"
SW - 245
CW - 234
GW - 2150 -
1) Lose 6 lbs (weight of 207 lbs). Not going to make this one. I think I'm adding muscle as fast as I'm losing fat. Still at 212.
2) Log 80 miles walking and/or jogging (beach walks earn double miles). I've done 95 miles so far this month. I might get in about 10 more before the month ends.
3) Log at least 12 weight training sessions. I completed my 12th session yesterday. I should get two more in before the month ends.
4) No beer in July. Not a drop. Plenty of wine, though.0 -
Well...... July is winding down.....just a couple more days. I did not lose what I was hoping to...... but I did lose a few.
Time to finish strong....... and make a plan for August. Thursday is August 1st!!
Stay the course, men.
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Only a few days left. I'll check in on Wednesday, but I'm starting to think of what I want to accomplish in August.0
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Original Goals for July:
SW: 240
CW: 215
GW: was 190 thinking 180 may be possible now
Came pretty close even with my travels and eating out alot this month, lost 4 lbs.0 -
Came pretty close even with my travels and eating out alot this month, lost 4 lbs.
Good job! It's hard to keep the diet/exercize routnes going when you are on travel!0 -
-Log 50 miles of walking, and maybe slip some jogging in
-Work the upper body, at least 10 sessions with the weights
-Lose 6 pounds down to 194
The day/month is not over yet, and am planning both an uppe rbody workout and a walk, but here's my stats:
- Logged 20 brisk walks for 85 miles
-14 upper body workouts
- Lost 9 pounds, down to 191
Feeling good right now. I did not expect to log as many miles as I did, and I think that had a direct impact on me losing more weight than I thought I could. The weight lifting has been fun and even got my 15 year old doing it with me. Getting him to do anything outside of his computer and video games is motivating me to keep it going.
Here's to August (2013)! :drinker:0 -
Came pretty close even with my travels and eating out alot this month, lost 4 lbs.
Good job!
I stayed flat on the weight, walked over 105 miles, hit the weights 15 times, and avoided beer all month. Three out of four...0 -
Hi Guys! Happy to find this group!
Here are my goals for July:
1. 350 km (217 miles) by bike
2. workout 2X per week
3. drop 2 kg (4.4 lbs)
I hope it goes well:)
1. I biked 532 km (330 miles) in July, way more than I expected:)
2. I failed miserably, I had only 2 strength workouts in July, I really need to improve in this in August...
3. I lost exactly 2 kg (4.4 lbs) from 196.5 lbs to 192 lbs
Two out of three, but August will be better:)0 -
1. I biked 532 km (330 miles) in July, way more than I expected:)
2. I failed miserably, I had only 2 strength workouts in July, I really need to improve in this in August...
3. I lost exactly 2 kg (4.4 lbs) from 196.5 lbs to 192 lbs
Two out of three, but August will be better:)
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Here are my goals for July. I weigh in on Saturdays, so last weigh in for July will be 8/3.
1. Lose 1 lb a week. Goal weight for 8/3 is 230.
2. Increase workout from 15 to 30 minutes. Goal of at least 3 workouts a week.
Missed goal weight by a pound.
Had 14 exercise sessions for the month, hitting the 30 minute mark a few times. Started strength training and I can feel the difference from just cardio.
H - 6'2"
SW - 245
CW - 231
GW - 2100 -
Good month and good progress. Glad to hear the strength training is working for you!0
