90 Day Fitness & Food Challenge
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Rinde Day 32!
Today's hour was 3 sets of body resistance for 25 minutes and yoga for 35 minutes. Tomorrow I'm gonna kick it up a notch and try a YouTube 45 minute cardio workout instead of my usual 30. Should be fun! I have a new goal of completing a FitnessBlender 1000 calorie workout...not that it will actually be that many calories for me. I just want to increase my endurance and cardiovascular fitness. Plus goals are huge motivators for me.
Ate my high protein dinner last night and finished again at 28% protein for the day. I have leftovers so I'll be eating it again tonight and hoping to reach the 30% mark.
Aliem: Really looking forward to hearing how day 1 of Whole30 goes for you. Hope your stats go well for you today, too. I think it's not just the extra calories we consume on vacation but the increased sodium that makes our weight go up. Hopefully you'll be back on a downward trend and meet your goals next week.
Becs: Sounds like you have the weekend planned enough to keep the calories somewhat under control. (And by the way, Go Gators! Chomp!) Seriously, I hope you have a wonderful time at the game. As for doing something small in the am, you could try the 30 Day Fitness Challenge app. Only takes a couple of minutes to start and builds a little every day. I'm on day 14 and it takes me approx. 6 minutes to complete.
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Starting Weight: 144.6 pounds
Goal Weight by Sept 8 (my phase 1): 135.1 pounds
Today's Weight: 140.4! A little up from last week, but waaaaayyyyyy less than Monday. I am still losing it pretty quickly so hopefully by the end of the week I will back at it!
Measurements:
Waist - 27.5 / Chest - 38 / Hips - 39.5 / Thighs - 24 / Calf - 15 / Arm - 12.5 - They are exactly what they were last week, which is good news since I am up a little bit. Wearing a dress today that I couldn't a month ago (still a little tight, but laundry day is Saturday so it has to work!) Hopefully there will be some good news next Thursday when my phase 1 ends....
Food wise, same as yesterday, except....No more yogurt! After like 2 weeks straight of consuming one to two a day, i am soooooo glad I can't eat it! Did add in a nectarine, changed the dressing on my salad and will be adding more chicken to my salad to make up the calories. Did my circuits this morning and walked a bunch. Have not decided what I am going to do tonight. Might run intervals again or pop in a dance work out video to mix it up. I need to start stepping up my morning workout. I am sooooo ready for the weekend! Going to go hiking on Saturday, so I am pretty excited about that. Might do a picnic on the beach on Monday. Probably brunch before everyone gets there.
Rinde - Congrats. Hope you enjoyed your dinner. I have never done a FitnessBlender workout. It sounds like fun. Maybe I will try one, one of these days.
Becs - You have a jammed pack weekend. There are always some better choices at football games, like a hot dog. I am sure you will handle it like a champ. You definitely should not log your Saturday. Just chalk it up as a cheat day! You deserve it with all of the progress you made.
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Finished my day with a 30 minute exercise video. I think my abs are going to be sore tomorrow....1
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Rinde Day 33
First off, winds are picking up as Hermione heads our way. We've had bands of rain since last night, but hopefully things won't get too crazy this afternoon as storm approaches.
Second item, I have 1 week to go to a very big birthday. How big? Well, my daughters are 37 and 35, to give you a clue. Not much to do about it but enjoy it which I plan to do! Having a family party next Thursday and am going out with friends on Friday. Hopefully, Thursday meal won't be too high in calories cause I really intend to celebrate on Friday, including numerous cocktails Whoopee! (60 is the answer!)
Okay, moving on. Finished with my hour. The 45 minute video I intended to do turned out to be 40 with a 5 minute stretch at the end so I skipped the cool down and settled for 40 which was fine. Took a few moments to catch my breath and moved right to 30 Day Fitness Challenge for 7 minutes followed by 14 minutes of yoga.
I reached 30% on my protein yesterday although that last TBSP of almond butter raised my fat to 32%. Still pleased with my efforts.
Aliem: good job on ditching the yogurt and finishing your 1st day of Whole30. Are you going beyond 30 days? And nice job finishing up with exercise...way to get it done! Also, glad to hear your weight is down post weekend.1 -
Food is the same as yesterday. Did my circuits and walking this morning. Stepped up my circuits from 30 mins to 35 mins. Plan to keep increasing it, but I am pretty sore from last night. It is almost the weekend so I am pretty excited about that. It is supposed to be a beautiful 73 degrees and sunny this weekend so I plan to be outside for some of it!
Rinde - I hope Hermione does not cross your path and the weather clears up. Don't worry too much about your birthday. My grandmother always tells me that birthday cake doesn't have any calories anyway! I have not decided if I will go beyond the 30 days (minus the Seattle trip that includes my birthday.) I think it will depend on how much I drop. If I am behind or slowing down, I will probably stick to it (or at least 5 days a week) through the end of the challenge. I need to catch up to you guys!0 -
Looks like we got off easy. Coastal winds pushed storm west of us. Debris down from trees and 2 people I know have trees down on their properties but no damage for me. Yay!0
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Rinde99 so glad you are doing ok.
Aliem - Great job!
Becs Day 33 of the 90 day challenge
Sorry this is short and sweet guys. Been a NOT FUN day. Dealing with a lot of work stress. I am a small business owner. IN the middle of a trademark lawsuit (big bucks to the attorneys), leaking AC problem and trying not to totally go crazy. Didnt get the gym today because tonight I am going to see my nieces dance at the high school football game. Ate within calories but no workout.
Tomorrow body combat and then going to watch the football game at my folks.. Food is FLAUTAS and CHICKEN WINGS... thank good I will burn about 500 calories at body combat!
PS: Have a lot more to say.. but heading out to the game.. you guys are killing it this week and I am definitely the weak link.. I promise I will be better next week!!!0 -
Day 34: Felt somewhat fatigued and a little stiff this am. Debated whether to take a rest day but finally got in gear and cranked out another workout for 63 minutes total. Did 10 minutes HIIT and moved right into body resistance for 23 minutes. Took a water break and finished up with 1/2 hour of yoga. Hopefully, I'll be sensible and take the day off tomorrow.
Still on track with eating...29% protein yesterday.
My best friend is coming over to my house this afternoon for dinner and a movie. We're having a red sauce with roasted veggies and spiralized zucchini instead of pasta for dinner. I'll probably add some tofu or veggie sausage to get some protein in there. Should be tasty!
Becs: sorry to hear about your Friday. Hope the day was salvaged with your nieces' performance. That Body Combat workout should make up for no exercise yesterday. Wow, 500 calories! Have fun at the parents' house!
Alien: hope you get that hike in!0 -
Hike was cancelled. Still did my circuits and tons of walking. Definitely using today as a rest day. Got lots a healthy food for the weekend. Lots of salad and veggies!
Rinde - great job. Way to crank through a rest day and stay active. Dinner sounds great. I actually prefer the zucchini to the pasta (weird I know, but it's soooo good!) enjoy!0 -
Becs day 34 and 35 of the 90 day challenge.
I'm sore from BodyCombat yesterday but that class does give me confidence. Having said that I was pretty drained yesterday. About 10 mins into the class I thought " I can't do this " but by 30 mins in my body was on auto Pilot. Really feeling my back and shoulder today!
Eating yesterday was what I thought it would be. Not so good but could have been worse.
Today I slept in. Just felt like my body needed it. Heading to the gym in a little bit for elliptical. Today's focus after that is cleaning my home, getting organized for my week and working on ornaments.
Going to attempt to add some short morning workouts this week. On days I do bodypump, I am going to try to row for 20-30 in the morning. On days I plan on doing elliptical at the gym I plan on doing some short HIIT workouts at home. Read a great article about split double workouts. So that would mean I would t be staying at the gym after body pump For elliptical in the evening. Not a morning person but want to try this. This week dinners are gonna be chicken taco lettuce cups (not taco shells). So yummy marinaded chicken, pick de gallo, lettuce, roasted corn and a little bit of sour cream. Tomorrow I have lunch at my folks but I am gonna try to be good since I wasn't Saturday. My rest day this week is Tuesday because I am having a drink with friends. 1 beer and a healthy appetizer.
Aliem - way to get prepped for the week and for workout around your cancelled hike!
Rinde99 - you totally deserve that rest day. You are killin it!!!! Your workouts are so fantastic and way to go on the added protein. That is gonna be so good for you.1 -
Day 35: knew as soon as I woke up this am that today was DEFINITELY gonna be a rest day. Wanted to sleep in but got up at 7 feeling quite tired. May do some yoga later on but for now, just taking it easy. Even scheduled housework is on hold.
Sunday weigh in: 155.4 lbs down 2.6 lbs for the week and just over the halfway point with 21.6 lbs total lost. Next goal is 154 lbs, nomal BMI at my height of 5'6".
Becs: good idea to add short HIIT to am. I'm really enjoying my 10 minute program and hope to increase it to 20 in next few weeks. Really gets heart rate up and so good for core strength. Food sounds yummy! What's the article on double workouts?
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I wanted to do a Whole 30 AIP in August but the time got away from me. I am starting this month, for obvious reasons, "Thirty days hath September, April, June and November".
http://whole30help.com/whole30-shopping-list/
I am trying to follow the Wellness Mama plan: http://wellnessmama.com/22689/autoimmune-diet/
My typical day on the autoimmune diet:
Breakfast– A sauté of protein and cooked vegetables, a cup of homemade bone broth (if I have some ready), some fermented vegetables, and/or some raw vegetables..
Lunch– A huge salad with leftover protein (meat, offal or fish) or A stir fry with some type of protein (meat, offal, seafood) with a lot of vegetables and allowed spice. Kombucha tea or Herbal tea.
Dinner– A sauté or soup with some type of protein (meat, offal, seafood) with a lot of vegetables and allowed spices,
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No carbs.
No grains.
Consuming at least 9 cups of vegetables a day, especially brightly colored vegetables, leafy greens, and onions and garlic.
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Sleep. It is my nemesis. I stay up late and skimp on sleep so I can get more done (self-employed). Going for 6-7 hours a night for this Whole30. [Please do not ask what I have been averaging. :-( ]
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Stress reduction: 8k - 10k Steps/day,2x/day Rebounding, 1/day Meditation and 2x/wk Qi Gong
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Supplements. MCT oil, Vitamin D (and sunshine daily in the morning), Magnesium, Vitamin B, and Vitamin C.
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Hope you guys are having a great weekend! Did my 35 mins of circuits and walking this morning. Had some eggs over fajita veggies and salsa for breakfast. Makes some Mexican inspired grilled chicken with more fajita veggies for lunch. Tonight is spicy garlic lime salmon with roasted sweet potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower. Oh! And I had some grapes to snack on! It's been a pretty busy day with all of the cooking, but it's well worth it. Made a lot to repurpose as salads and such for the week.
Rinde - great job! That's a lot. Way to go! It will be all downhill from here!
Becs- also great job. I agree with splitting up workouts. That's how I do it! Definitely can't wake up early enough to get it all done before work. You dinners sound super yum too!0 -
Day 36: Back at it this morning. Finished a Jessica Smith 40 minute jogging video. To protect my knees and injured toe/foot I did it barefoot with my yoga mat doubled for cushioning. Seemed to do the trick as I'm not having any problems post workout. Following jog I cooled down for a few minutes before I did 6 minute 30 Day Fitness Challenge. Supposed to hold straight plank for 2:30 but I was nowhere near that. Just held it and then rested, etc. till timer went off. Oh well! Finished up with 15 minutes of restorative yoga.
Did well on my protein yesterday...32% Still eating 2 smoothies daily but have added more Greek yogurt and ground chia seeds to up the protein and calories.
Aliem: Your meals yesterday sound fantastic...nutritious and yummy! Way to get back on your exercise routine!0 -
Sorry for forgetting to post yesterday. It was a pretty boring day, besides the fact that I have been in the 130s for the last two days! I am still about 4 pounds away from my Thursday goal, but I am at least making headway. This morning I have eggs scrambled with hatch chilies over fajita veggies and a side of cantaloupe mixed with coconut flakes. Lunch will be salad with chicken. Dinner is salmon with roasted broccoli, cauliflower and sweet potato (notice a theme since Saturday?). Brought some strawberries to snack on at work as well. Yesterday did an hour of dance cardio (counting this as my rest day.) Did my circuits and walking this morning. I think tonight I will do a strength training workout. I think I will start upping my now 35 minute circuits to 40 tomorrow. Hopefully I will be in the goal of 45-50 minutes by next week. I also plan on stepping up my night workouts a bit.
Rinde - Great job yesterday! Planks are really hard. Especially for two and a half minutes! If you keep going at it, you will get there! I am glad you found a work around for your toe! Since I am trying to up my night time workouts, maybe I will try out your 30 day fitness challenge. That sounds like a fun way to add a couple of minutes to my routine. Did you say that it is an app you download or is it on the web?0 -
Rinde Day 37
Just finished my hour of exercise: 24 minutes body resistance, 18 minutes of HIIT, and 20 minutes of yoga. Felt good to bump up the HIIT from 10 to 18 minutes( last 2 minutes was a cool down so I skipped it).
Still on track with my food. The end of the week should be challenging so I'm not expecting much weight loss if any this week.
Aliem- great job getting back in the 130s. Way to stick with the plan and keep going after your goals! I use the 30 Day app; don't know if the same thing can be found online. The 10 minute HIIT I was doing is another good short workout to try. I like Millionaire Hoy on YouTube but there are others as well.1 -
Becs day 36 and 37 of the 90 day challenge.
Only did three things this weekend... Worked (worked over 20 hours this weekend on ornaments and art for my store), Ate (and cooked for my family) and a little family time. I didn't workout Sunday-Tuesday. But promise to be back at it tomorrow. Tonight I have a standing (ever two months) drinks date with two girls friends. Honest I don't want to go but it has to be done.
I have restocked the frig and ate well today.
You guys are putting me to shame. Promise to be supportive and gun ho this week! Get back on track!
RINDE99 - You are so killing it.
ALIEM - Hooray for the 130's that is amazing! And btw I love salmon. I will have some add some to a meal too! maybe some smoked salmon as a snack. Yummy.
Lavender - Welcome to the group. FYI Sleep is my nemesis too! I am dragging badly today!1 -
So today I found out that I am going to be working late this entire week (at least its short.) This will definitely impact my nighttime workouts. I probably won't be doing my interval running (bummer, I was finally starting to increase the running portion of it) and be limited to weight training at night (maybe 30 mins, if I am lucky). I live on a second story so I feel like jumping around after 9pm is probably inappropriate, even though the people under me are all pretty young and probably stay up late.0
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Cranked through a 40 minute buns and thigh circuit routine late last night. For some reason my abs are sore this morning.....Anyway. Did 40 minutes of circuits this morning and walked. Food is similar to yesterday. Switched some stuff around, but it's the same ingredients. Another long day at work (and a very long commute. Thank you LA traffic!) Going to try to do another strength training tonight, if I am not home too late. At least this is temporary for this week. Even with the long day and all of the working out, I woke up super energized this morning! So that is encouraging. Especially since I do not drink coffee every morning anymore. Hopefully I will have some results in my phase 1 check in tomorrow!
Rinde - Great job bumping up your HIIT! Sounds like you are really improving! One more day until your big day!
Becs - Great job for getting back on track! It's always hard after a break. Hopefully you had fun grabbing drinks last night.0 -
Rinde Day 38: Cardio day. 40 minutes of jogging video, same as Monday followed by 8 minutes of 30 Day Fitness and 13 minutes of yoga for 61 minutes total.
My younger daughter and her 2 children flew in from CT last night for my birthday celebrations. She brought lunch over today and oh my goodness, was it tasty! BLTs from local bakery/cafe made with fresh baked bread, their own cured bacon, aoli, and fried green tomatoes. Yum! I only ate 1/2 and had a small chocolate nut brownie bar for dessert to top it off. I'm still stuffed and feel like a salt lick from all that sodium. It was worth it though!
Becs: Glad you're back on track and pumped for the rest of the week. You've got this!
Aliem: too bad about working late, but as you say, it's not for that long, at least. And full of energy despite the additional hours. Fantastic!1 -
Becs day 38 of the 90 day challenge.
So I didn't work out Monday and Tuesday but I am back on track today. Logged food well and got in a body pump class. Have several family members sick and I feel like I might be fighting it off. But hopefully I will stay healthy. Tomorrow body combat and Friday was suppose to be elliptical after work but my sister just called and begged me to go to the local high school game so she doesn't haven't to go alone (my nieces are on the dance team). I went last week so I wasn't planning to go this week but I guess I was wrong.
Aliem - can't wait to hear about your phase 1 check in. You have been doing great so I know you will see some results. And all that energy sounds amazing. I need a little of that.
Rinde99- I love a blt.... Bread and bacon.... Come on that is always a great thing. Hope you a blast with your family to ceclebrate your special day! I am a firm believer is celebrating every birthday. It is special and we are blessed to have them and spend with the ones we love. 0 -
Phase One Done! Here are my results:
Starting weight: 144.6
Goal Weight for phase 1: 135.1
Today's weight: 138.6 (down 6 pounds!) I need to keep going at it. I definitely was not on track the first two weeks. But here is to phase 2! (mine ends on Oct 8th and I will finish phase 3 with you guys!)
Measurements (waist was done day one, all others done two weeks ago):
Waist: 28.5 / 27 - down 1.5 inches
Chest: 38 / 38 - same
Hips: 39.5 / 39.25 - down .25 inches
Thighs: 24 / 23.75 - down .25 inches
Calf: 15 / 15 - same
Arm: 12.5 / 12.24 - down .25 inches
That is 2.25 inches total! Not bad considering some of these were taken two weeks ago and there was a trip to Texas in between that put me behind!
Did not do my extra work out last night, because I did not get home until about 10. I figured that if I worked out last night, I probably would have slept in and missed my longer morning workout this morning, so I opted for sleep. Worked out this morning (circuits for 40 mins and walking, like normal). Food will be about the same as yesterday. I am guessing that today I will get home at a similar time, so I am planning not to work out tonight. If I do get home earlier, I will definitely get one in! Hoping that tomorrow I can work from home so that I can make up for the lost workouts. I definitely have plans this weekend to go crazy on the workouts! I also have a bunch of chores that need to get done, so pushing around a vacuum cleaner will definitely help with the calorie burn!
Rinde - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! Don't worry too much today about your diet/exercise. This day only comes once a year, so treat yourself! FYI - I love BLTs too! They are one of my favorite sandwiches!
Becs - Great job getting back on track! Maybe you can sneak in a quick 30 minute workout before work on Friday to get some time in. If not, you probably will be walking around a bit at the game and every little bit counts!0 -
Rinde Day 39: Decided to work a little harder for the next couple of days with the hope that I won't gain too much weight after my celebrations. So today I did 51 minutes of aerobic dancing, 24 minutes of body resistance, and 6 minutes of yoga. Felt good and I'm not that tired after finishing.
My protein was down yesterday and fat way up, but it's time to enjoy so I'm not too worried about a few days of heavier eating.
Becs: Glad you got in your Body Pump but hope you don't get ill. Hopefully the game will be fun!
Aliem: Looking forward to hearing your Phase 1 results!0 -
Awesome results, Aliem! Job well done!0
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Becs day 39 of the 90 day challenge.
Weighed today. Still 132. I am still ok with that but not excited. I have been having issues with falling off the rails on the weekends. If not for that I think I would see some results on the scale. However I feel like I am seeing some results in how my body is feeling more toned. I just need to step it up. As I mentioned I want to start adding a mini morning workout. Planning to start that Monday.
Tonight BODY COMBAT, tomorrow (hopefully something at home), Saturday BODY COMBAT, Sunday Elliptical with perhaps an ABS addition!
Aliem - OMG you did awesome. Those are some amazing results. Phase two is gonna rock!
RInde - Wow look at you upping your workouts. You are inspiring. But please enjoy the heck out of your family and celebrations. YOu totally deserve it!0 -
Thanks you guys! I am thinking I might keep up with the weekly measurements. It was really interesting to know. Plus I have done a few Whole30s before and have never taken them on a regular basis. Might not report them to you guys, but it was pretty motivating knowing that I was losing inches when I wasn't losing pounds! Hopefully I can get some better results in phase two, now that I am more committed!1
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Aliem. Do it.... Your right it is so motivating!!!!
Ok completed body combat. I really love that class. Doing it again Saturday!0 -
Got home at a reasonable time today so I did my second workout. 30 minutes of ab strength training. Feeling great!
Great job becs! Way to find something you love!0 -
Just a quick check in to tell you about my dinner last night. My daughters totally took me by surprise last night by preparing a course for every decade. Yes, a 6 course meal. It was incredible! We had gruyere carmelized onion tarts, crab cakes over watercress with lemon dressing, green goddess mint pea soup, seared shrimp and scallops over cheesy grits, cheese and fruit amuse, and sachertorte for dessert. And there was wine and champagne as well! It was an incredible feast!1
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