BIKINI BY JULY 4TH 8WK CHALLENGE -- WEEK 1

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  • RENEA72
    RENEA72 Posts: 3 Member
    Username:renea72
    First name: Char
    Height: 5'4
    Starting weight: 123.8
    Goal weight by 7/4/11: 117
    What are you doing to get bikini ready?Cardio 60min/5xweek, cutting down on carb and sugar intake
    Bikini picked out? Yes several so I better get busy(:
  • ActiveFaith10
    ActiveFaith10 Posts: 230 Member
    Username: Momof3babes
    First Name: Haley
    Height: 5'6"
    SW: 150
    GW: 138
    What are you doing to get bikini ready? 30 day shred 6x per week: 5k training 5x per week; push up challenge
    Do you have a bikini picked out yet? Nope, but I'd love to go shopping if I hit my goal!!

    Hey! Momof3babes

    I saw that you're doing the 30 day shred 6x a week and I was listening to one of Jillians podcast and she reccomended going the shred at most 4 times a week. Because you need your muscles to relax in between days so they have a chance to rest and build:)
    I'm going the pushup challange as well! What week are you on? My friend and I are finishing the first week today !
  • BeckyJill7
    BeckyJill7 Posts: 547 Member
    Ok- my starting weight is 168.8. I'm not happy about it but that's what the scale said. My goal to get down to 150 lbs is going to be one heck of a challenge is such a short amount of time but I am determined to get there!!

    I had a half day yesterday so with my extra time I did Level 1 of 30 Day Shred, Level 2 of Ripped in 30, 5 of 6 circuits of Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism and took my dog for a 45 minute walk. I am so happy I found this thread- just the motivation I need!
  • atlraine
    atlraine Posts: 172 Member
    What a great group ladies, I'm so excited for all of us!! I'll start working on our little excel layout that I'll be posting. In the meantime, get eating healthy, drinking lots of H2O and working out!!!!

    I am so EXCITED!!! I am taking the slow boat to losing weight and it is working for me. I did the 30 Day Shred challenge and it worked well for me. I am hoping this is motivation too.
  • atlraine
    atlraine Posts: 172 Member

    Hey! Momof3babes

    I saw that you're doing the 30 day shred 6x a week and I was listening to one of Jillians podcast and she reccomended going the shred at most 4 times a week. Because you need your muscles to relax in between days so they have a chance to rest and build:)
    I'm going the pushup challange as well! What week are you on? My friend and I are finishing the first week today !

    Seriously? Only four days a week? I did it every day and during March and saw results. I thought it was for 30 days every day?!? Wow, what an eye opener. Thanks for the tip!!!
  • amandal15
    amandal15 Posts: 108 Member
    Username: amandal15
    First name: Amanda
    Height: 5'6
    Starting Weight: 144.0
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 125.0
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? eating healthy, exercising!
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! not yet! Hope too soon!
  • up2me2lose20
    up2me2lose20 Posts: 360 Member

    Hey! Momof3babes

    I saw that you're doing the 30 day shred 6x a week and I was listening to one of Jillians podcast and she reccomended going the shred at most 4 times a week. Because you need your muscles to relax in between days so they have a chance to rest and build:)
    I'm going the pushup challange as well! What week are you on? My friend and I are finishing the first week today !

    Seriously? Only four days a week? I did it every day and during March and saw results. I thought it was for 30 days every day?!? Wow, what an eye opener. Thanks for the tip!!!

    I did it for 30 days straight too, in January. Who knew!?!? LOL
  • lbetancourt
    lbetancourt Posts: 522 Member
    What a great group ladies, I'm so excited for all of us!! I'll start working on our little excel layout that I'll be posting. In the meantime, get eating healthy, drinking lots of H2O and working out!!!!

    Thanks for starting this!!! You rock!!
  • momof3babes
    momof3babes Posts: 103

    Hey! Momof3babes

    I saw that you're doing the 30 day shred 6x a week and I was listening to one of Jillians podcast and she reccomended going the shred at most 4 times a week. Because you need your muscles to relax in between days so they have a chance to rest and build:)
    I'm going the pushup challange as well! What week are you on? My friend and I are finishing the first week today !

    Seriously? Only four days a week? I did it every day and during March and saw results. I thought it was for 30 days every day?!? Wow, what an eye opener. Thanks for the tip!!!

    I did it for 30 days straight too, in January. Who knew!?!? LOL

    I didn't realize it was only 4 days...oops! Do you have a good push up challenge you would recommend?
  • momof3babes
    momof3babes Posts: 103
    Hey girls- thanks for that info.I didn't realize at all that 4 days/week was recommended. I guess I will need to back off a day or 2. I haven't started the push up challenge yet. Still looking around. Do you recommend one? I'd really like to tone up these arms!
  • kellylou1367
    kellylou1367 Posts: 91 Member
    Username: Kellylou1367
    First name: Kelly
    Height: 5'4
    Starting Weight: 150lbs
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 122
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? Have my fabulous food/exercise journal to record everything in and going to the gym 4-5 times a week doing cardio plans in my Women's Fitness magazine.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! Not yet, but I'm going away in August so will definitely need one!
  • moremari
    moremari Posts: 118 Member
    is this impossible? 10 lbs. In 8 weeks?
    Username: moremari
    First name:mari
    Height:5'3"
    Starting Weight:137
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11:127
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? Hiking, stationary bike (last 2 days)
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! Sittin' in my top drawer gathering dust :0(
  • funfitfoodie
    funfitfoodie Posts: 630 Member
    is this a closed group?
  • I want to join.

    username: jocelynrinear
    first name: Jocelyn
    Height: 5'8
    Starting Weight: 171
    Goal Weight: 160
    What am I doing: joined MFP end of March, Zumba, Turbo Fire and eating 1200 cal a day.
    YES! I have a bikini! I am going to San Diego July 9th so I want to look good!
  • Helen_Ch
    Helen_Ch Posts: 37 Member
    Can I join too?

    username: IamWillow
    first name: Helen
    Height: 5'6
    Starting Weight: Started at 140, now at 132
    Goal Weight: 128
    What am I doing: Chalean Extreme, Turbo Jam, running, step aerobics
    I've had a bikini in my closet for years, but have not felt confident enough to wear it. This is the year!!
  • funfitfoodie
    funfitfoodie Posts: 630 Member
    If not I'd like to join:

    username: acidaloha
    first name: Becca
    Height: 5'5
    Starting Weight: 117.4
    Goal Weight: 110
    What am I doing: stick to my calorie goals (except sundays), eat the right things, running 3 x a week, 6 week 6 pack when possible.
    Nope not yet! I want to reward myself with the VS Miraculous Bikini
  • ActiveFaith10
    ActiveFaith10 Posts: 230 Member
    Hundredpushups.com is the challange. It'll probably take me about 7-8 weeks to complete, so it's a greAt time to start now! Even doing the challenge starting with girl pushups is great too.Whoever is interested we can all record our progress and motivate each other on here! Pushups work more than your arms! Sick core and legs WO too Look up all the benefits, it has "beach bod" written all over it!:) I just finished week one today with a partner! :) let's do this!
  • pixycats
    pixycats Posts: 62
    Username: pixycats
    First name: Becca
    Height:5'3"
    Starting Weight:140
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 128
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? C210k 3 x week, group power and group centergy classes 2 x week, adding in a little hiking and biking for variety.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! Not yet! I think I'll start looking at the end of this month as long as things keep going well!
  • mtkautz
    mtkautz Posts: 218 Member
    Username: mtkautz
    First name: Michelle
    Height: 5'2"
    Starting Weight: 160.2
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 130
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready?
    HIIT training on elliptical 6x per week, 10k training (nike+ coach), Ab Ripper X 4x per week, 4 mile walk 4x per week
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?!
    YES!! Neon coral little number from Victoria's Secret, it's hanging on my closet door screaming for me to get in it!!!!
  • BeckyJill7
    BeckyJill7 Posts: 547 Member
    This is great- I actually ran for 17 minutes yesterday. I'm not much of a runner but I love the calorie burn and the burning in my stomach. It's such a great feeling! We can do it ladies- BIKINI READY here we come!
  • sybil1106
    sybil1106 Posts: 71
    I've been doing pretty well this past week. I've been staying under my calorie goals and I've been eating plenty of food. I've ust noticed the healthy stuff is way less than the crap I usually eat. I didn't realize how many empty calories I was eating by eating a small bag of chips or eating two cookies with my subway sandwich. Just by cutting that out I've been fitting into my clothes much easier. Baby steps ;P
    Plus I think all of this will help with roller derby tryouts on Sunday. Cross your fingers!!!
  • moremari
    moremari Posts: 118 Member
    Username: Sam363
    First name: Sam
    Height: 5'2"
    Starting Weight: 138.6
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 125
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? 30 DS, 5 x a week, running 3x a week.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! No, but I need to start looking!!

    What's DS?
  • BeckyJill7
    BeckyJill7 Posts: 547 Member
    Username: Sam363
    First name: Sam
    Height: 5'2"
    Starting Weight: 138.6
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 125
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? 30 DS, 5 x a week, running 3x a week.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! No, but I need to start looking!!

    What's DS?

    It's Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred.


    I did another two JM's- Level 2 of 30 DS and Level 2 of Ripped in 30. Feeling great. It's super humid and rainy otherwise I'd go for a walk/run.

    Sybil- isn't it amazing how much you can eat when it's all fresh. I just ate a whole green pepper and it's only 25 calories. Mmm... And Good Luck with Derby Tryouts! Those practices are amazing workouts! I have a few friends involved in it.
  • fromaquasar
    fromaquasar Posts: 811 Member
    @Becky Awesome job! keep it up - you will be AMAZED at how quickly you improve with running. I used to hate it, the first time I went running last October I thought I was going to die after 2 ks, now I can happily run ten, it feels amazing when you see how far you've come!

    @ Sybil Great job on the eating, I definitely need to pick up the ball on this!

    My week is going well - missed my run on Monday but did a good one last night, think I need to be more focused in my strength training to get that definition I'm after, oh and water water water!

    How is everyone else going? xx
  • jannapurna
    jannapurna Posts: 49 Member
    This week has been great for me - feeling super motivated and energetic! I've done moksha yoga every day for 4 days in a row and I'm aiming to do at least 8 days in a row! My appetite is the lowest it's been EVER, too!
    Not ready for the bikini yet, though. Far from it.

    Sybil: I haven't had any junk food (with the exception of alcohol :drinker: ) for about 2 weeks and I honestly don't even miss those chips and candies! I do find it becoming more and more difficult to fulfill my minimum calorie intake, though...I never thought I'd be able to say that! Good luck with the roller derby tryouts!

    Becky: Keep up the running! I've been thinking about trying the C25k programme for a while; maybe next week I'll start it. I'm nervous, though, as that means I'll have to run in public! :embarassed:

    Fromaquizer: Is that you in your profile picture? You look great!

    Raquel: I'm going to check out that push-ups link. Thanks! I have to do them a lot for my kung fu training, but I still struggle with it so I could the extra training at home.

    Hello to everyone else!
  • Happyoceangirl
    Happyoceangirl Posts: 1,993 Member
    Kicked some MAJOR exercise booty today and ate well too. This stomach pooch is shrinking before my very eyes :happy:
  • lynenz
    lynenz Posts: 29
    I would love to join this challenge!

    username: Lynenz
    first name: Lyn
    Height: 5'4
    Starting Weight: 139
    Goal Weight: 125
    What am I doing: 2nd round of 30 DS possibly every other day? Finishing up L3 now and lost inches. Starting C25K next week. And throwing in some pilates in there too.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet? Not yet but can't wait to go shopping!
  • musica814
    musica814 Posts: 301 Member
    Ooo I hope it's not too late to join this thread!!

    Username: Imwitha
    First name: Clarissa
    Height: 5'3"
    Starting Weight: 148
    Goal Weight by 7/4/11: 130
    What are you doing to get bikini-ready? Cardio 30 mins/5x a week. Starting 30 Day Shred on Monday the 16th. 1200 calories net daily.
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet?! Nope, the only bikini I own is one I bought a year about when I was closer to 160 pounds. Sure it fits now but hopefully won't by July 4th :)
  • ActiveFaith10
    ActiveFaith10 Posts: 230 Member
    Awesome job keeping up with workouts everyone! Summer will be here before we know it!:) I got my HRM in the mail yesterday, ts a ft4 polar!!so excited to use it!! First I need to finish my last essay:)

    Hey question.. Are we weighing in on Sunday or monday? I'm getting excited:)
  • petithamu
    petithamu Posts: 582 Member
    I'm a few days late but can I join? I really need to have something to keep me going...

    username: Petithamu
    first name: Tiffany
    Height: 5'2
    Starting Weight: 159.9
    Goal Weight: 128 (115 is the end goal but I'll be happy to be 128 by July 4...)
    What am I doing: Spin class 2x/wk, yoga at least 1x a week and am contemplating on starting 2nd round of 30DS...
    Do you have your bikini picked out yet? Have too many bikinis hidden in the back of the closet that I have yet worn comfortably...
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