Three Month Challenge- Who's With Me!?

bitabee

Hey everyone! I am finding myself in serious need of motivation and accountability, so I thought I'd start a challenge group! All are welcome!
As summer comes to a close and fall begins, I am serious about getting healthy, stronger, and dropping the pounds that have crept up on me! This is the only body that I've got, and I want to take care of it! So, just reply to this thread if you want to join!

Some guideines:
-Weigh-ins will be on Mondays. I've found that this helps me, because I eat more carefully on the weekends, knowing I have to
weigh-in Monday am!
-Goals: set any goals you'd like! Whether it's to lose 1 pound a week, survive 30 Day Shred or to just get tone.
-This challenge will start today, and go through November 14. That way, when everyone sees you during the holidays, they can
see how fabulous you look! ; )

So, post your info as soon as possible, and I will start a spreadsheet highlighting everyone's goals and accomplishments! Oh, and be sure to add me as a friend! Check back here on this forum, this is where we'll post!
Can't wait to get started!!!

NAME: Elisabeth
AGE: 22
LIVE: Upstate NY
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 179.8
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 156
START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope! Just try to stay away from white flour and white sugar...and calorie counting!
DIET GOALS: "Cleaner" eating...more raw foods, more antioxidants and powerfoods for my body. Eating in moderation!
EXERCISE GOALS: Run around without getting winded.
OTHER GOALS: Fit into a size 8 pair of J.Crew corduroys that I have! And to just be healthier...feeling sexier and stronger!
OTHER INTERESTS: Loving God, loving people! Also, Kayaking, cooking, baking, singing, playing piano, hiking and hanging out with my husband and family!
OCCUPATION: Registered Nurse (Labor and Delivery- so fun!)

Measurements: (It's SO awesome seeing progress!! We'll check in on these monthly.)
Bust: (right across nipples) 40 in.
Waist: 34 in
Navel-line: 40.5
Hips (widest part!): 43.5
Calves: R- 16in, L- 16in
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 12.75in, L-12.75in
Thighs: (widest part!) R-24.5in, L-24.5in
Neck: 13.5in

p.s. please get measurements to me by Friday! And you can message me any of this info if you'd rather it be private!


Let's DO THIS!! ; )

thedodgeruk

can i do it even though im a male ?

NAME: anthony
AGE: 37
LIVE: uk
HEIGHT: 5'9''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 168.2
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
START PANTS SIZE: 32 inch
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 28 inch
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope! Just try to stay away from white flour and white sugar...and calorie counting!
DIET GOALS: cut out choc
EXERCISE GOALS: being able to job 7 miles with out knee problems
OTHER GOALS: not end up like "normal " students lol
OTHER INTERESTS: -
OCCUPATION: student

mea9

3 months - I'm in!

road2peachtree

bump

bitabee

Sorry, @thedodgeruk, it's girls only! I should've stated that! Good luck in your endeavors!!!

And @mariar19, welcome!!!

abg0220

I need some accountability...so this will be great!!
NAME: Ashley
AGE: 29
LIVE: Kentucky
HEIGHT: 5'4''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 136.8
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 125
START PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4-6 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Just counting calories
DIET GOALS: More fruits and vegetables, less sodium
EXERCISE GOALS: Finish 30 Day Shred, C25K, and Ripped in 30
OTHER GOALS: Like the way my arms look....that is the part of my body I hate the most!
OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering!
OCCUPATION: Rental/Sales Caterpillar equipment dealer

I'll have to take my measurements and send them. We can do this!!

CBaumgardner7

Hi! I'm in. I need a new fresh start on things. Been focusing too much on the stresses of my life and now need to put a new direction and focus and this is awesome. I will give you all the details here.

bjclaywell

I'm in! I've been looking for a challenge to do, and this is perfect!!!

NAME: Bobbi Jo
AGE: 40
LIVE: Phoenix, AZ
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 194.0
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 175
START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: No, not really - more protein, less carbs, trying very hard to cut out the sugar and other crud I love.
DIET GOALS:Eating in moderation!
EXERCISE GOALS: Tightening up my middle - just started with a physical trainer, so hoping that helps!
OTHER GOALS: Shopping at a regular clothes store, not plus size.
OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, ballroom dancing, scuba diving
OCCUPATION: Law firm administrator (Mucho stress)

Measurements: (have to get these to you - I haven't measured myself yet)

ehinton316

Im in!

LivLovLrn

I'll "challenge" with you

NAME: Jeanette
AGE: 45
LIVE: Oregon
HEIGHT: 5'10''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 179.
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 160
START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Just keep my fats down
DIET GOALS: "Cleaner" eating...more home made ingredients
EXERCISE GOALS: Zumba, dance, biking
OTHER GOALS: Fit into my old wardrobe...got a closet full of clothes just waiting for me
OTHER INTERESTS: Loving God, loving people! Also, dancing, biking, knitting, crocheting and quilting
OCCUPATION: Dance and Zumba instructor. Heading back to school this year to get my BA.

Measurements: (It's SO awesome seeing progress!! We'll check in on these monthly.)
Bust: (right across nipples) 40 in.
Waist: 34 in
Navel-line: 40.5
Hips (widest part!): 43.5
Calves: R- 16in, L- 16in
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 12.75in, L-12.75in
Thighs: (widest part!) R-24.5in, L-24.5in
Neck: 13.5in

musicgirl88

I would love to join! I wil have to post all of my info later because I'm right in the middle of something, but saw this and had to say I'll join! This week, I can't do any workouts due to doctor's orders. I have an appointment on Friday, and hopefully will be able to start exercising again!!!! If I do anything, I might try to do some ab workouts, she just said I can't run like I was doing before, and to not do anything that would stress out my joints! She thinks I have RA and until I see my specialist, I'm to take it easy! Anywho, I'll be back with my measurements!

3ricaAnn

NAME: Erica
AGE: 20
LIVE: North Mobile, AL
HEIGHT: 5'10"
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 163
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 145
START PANTS SIZE: 11 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 7 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie counting, less sugar, more fiber
DIET GOALS: Learn portion cotrol without measuring every thing I eat
EXERCISE GOALS: Be able to run longer.
OTHER GOALS: Look good in all my bathing suits
OTHER INTERESTS: Spending time with my hubby and friends, cooking, baking,tennis
OCCUPATION: House Wife and Part Time Substitute Teacher

Looking foward to this! Will post measurment when I get the chance.

Shamrock40

Elisabeth, count me in! I haven't measured in ages, so let me get that done.

For everyone who doesn't know me ...

NAME: Bridget
AGE: 39
LIVE: Orlando, FL
HEIGHT: 5'5''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 214.5
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: Onederland!
START PANTS SIZE: 18 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: We eat whole grains, stay away from high fat foods, and try to avoid too many processed foods
DIET GOALS: My main goal is to stick to an exercise program and NOT allow myself to be derailed in my eating!!
EXERCISE GOALS: To get out of my exercise rut. I need to vary my routine and explore new stuff!
OTHER GOALS: I want to shrink my pooch!! Two babies and two back-to-back c-sections have wreacked havoc on my belly!
OTHER INTERESTS: I love my awesome husband and my two beautiful children. They are such an inspiration for me to make my life and health better. I also LOVE to cook and hope to own my own food business sometime in the future.
OCCUPATION: Stay at home mommy to Sophia (5) and Joey (3) and wife to Brian. BEST JOB EVER!!

Lucy1421

NAME: Sharon
AGE: 51
LIVE: East Tennessee
HEIGHT: 5'9''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 164
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie counting
DIET GOALS: Eating in moderation enjoying everything
EXERCISE GOALS: Increase walking, adding strength training as tennis elbow heals
OTHER INTERESTS: Loving Jesus! Reading, walking, hiking, movies, singing, drama.
OCCUPATION: Accountant

erinalexis84

I would love to join! I need some accountability as well!

NAME: Erin
AGE: 28
LIVE: North Carolina
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 152
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 140
START PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6-8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: counting calories, staying away from processed foods
DIET GOALS: More fruits and vegetables, less crap:)
EXERCISE GOALS: Run 2 5ks, do ab ripper every other day, run 9-12 miles every week
OTHER GOALS: tighten my tummy, arms and things
OTHER INTERESTS: reading, running, anything crafty
OCCUPATION: Energy Project Manager

pinknsassyemt

NAME: Tamera
AGE: 28
LIVE: Flint, Michigan
HEIGHT: 5'2"
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 203.5
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 180.0
START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie restriction, high protein, low carb.
DIET GOALS: Maintain healthy eating, more clean and introduce a lot more protein.
EXERCISE GOALS: Do 7 flights of stairs and not contemplate hitting the Code button @ work.
OTHER GOALS: Wear a size 6 christmas dress someday :-)
OTHER INTERESTS: Cooking, cake decorating, reading, music, bonfires, and enjoying everyday life.
OCCUPATION: EMT~ Unit Coordinator, and Nursing Student

joeymj

Good luck everyone :-)

Dyna18

bump ... i'm in .. get back to ya with stats .. ssshhh i'm at work and sneakin a peek :blushing:

ehinton316

NAME: Ebony
AGE: 33
LIVE: Charlotte, NC
HEIGHT: 5'4"
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 178.00
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
START PANTS SIZE: 14 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 10 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nothing, just watching what im eating. Try not to exceed my daily calories.
DIET GOALS: Stop letting food control me, i will control my food.
EXERCISE GOALS: Tone, rid of my belly fat.
OTHER GOALS: throw my blood pressure pills away
OTHER INTERESTS: reading, basketball officiating
OCCUPATION: Customer relations Manager

ishapeme

NAME: Chris
AGE: 22
LIVE: Boston, MA
HEIGHT: 5’8"
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 154
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 135
START PANTS SIZE: 8
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Stay away from white sugar, no binge eating, keep up with vegitarian diet.
DIET GOALS: more raw foods, diversify my recipe book
EXERCISE GOALS: Run 1 mile in under 8 minutes, work out AT LEAST 3 times a week.
OTHER GOALS: Reach half my goal weight by my parents wedding. Fit into the dress my boyfriend’s Mom gave me. She’s tiny.
OTHER INTERESTS: Hiking, dancing, sewing
OCCUPATION: Student

Measurments:
Waist 30.2 on 08/14/11
Hips 38.0 on 08/14/11
Arm 11.0 on 08/14/11
Chest 33.0 on 08/14/11
Bust 37.0 on 08/14/11
Thigh 22.5 on 08/14/11

Moonlight17

I am in! But il message you my measurements as I duno them right now. I think we should all take a pic for ourselves today so we can mark our progress at the end x

kdm97

I would love to join this challenge. I will post my information later when I get off work. Anyone please feel free to add me as a friend for more support.

MandaLee8908

NAME: Mandy
AGE: 26
LIVE: Indiana
HEIGHT: 5'5''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 175.4
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 163
START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Not really. Trying to zig-zag calories
DIET GOALS: Eating less processed, salty foods
EXERCISE GOALS: Start walking regularly after being released from physical therapy.
OTHER GOALS: Fit into a size 8 pair of J.Crew corduroys that I have! And to just be healthier...feeling sexier and stronger!
OTHER INTERESTS: Just bought a new house (fixer-upper), love animals, and of course I love my dear husband :-)
OCCUPATION: Medical Laboratory Scientist at a hospital

ElleEmmeKay

NAME: Leah
AGE: 22
LIVE: Detroit MI
HEIGHT: 5'1''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 147
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 127
START PANTS SIZE: 6 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Low carb, I have candida so I can't really have most carbs
DIET GOALS: smaller portions 4-5 times a day, 1 cheat meal a week
EXERCISE GOALS: walk 5, 11 minute miles
OTHER GOALS:
OTHER INTERESTS:I really love life.... God, being outside, my family
OCCUPATION: Student and Nanny

Measurements:
Bust: 39in.
Waist: 32in.
Navel-line: 35in.
Hips (widest part!): 39.5in.
Calves: R- 14.5in, L- 14.75in
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 13.25in, L-13in
Thighs: (widest part!) R-23.5in, L-23.5in
Neck: 13in

So excited to do this!

urastupidchimp

I'm bumping this for later! Gotta wait till I get off work to get my measurements!

vetsnatural

I Want In!

NAME:Yvette
AGE: 44
LIVE: Maryland
HEIGHT:5'9
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 210
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 190
START PANTS SIZE: 14(US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE:12 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: None: Stay away from High Fructose and Sugar in all my drinks~Water /Green Tea Best!
DIET GOALS: "Cleaner eating... stay away from/eat less processed foods and lots of fruits and veggies
EXERCISE GOALS:Continue to get 5-6 miles in per day and introduce more strengthening exercises
OTHER GOALS: Get my body toned and keep it that way.... smooth legs and stomach and no bat wings
OTHER INTERESTS: Very Active with tournament bowling and enjoying time with Family and Friends
OCCUPATION: Finance/Accounting

Measurements:
Bust: (right across nipples)
Waist:
Navel-line:
Hips (widest part!):
Calves:
Arms: (where they jiggle!)
Thighs: (widest part!)
Neck:

bitabee

Ladies, I am seriously so excited about this!! As one of you said, and I totally agree, sometimes, I am really gung-ho about these challenges in the beginning, then I get tired of working hard and I begin slacking off. Not this time!!
Here's to healthier, sexier, stronger bodies!!

As soon as the group is full (40 people) I will start a new thread where we can begin to post about our challenge, how we're doing and feeling, and how we're kicking butt!! I will send out a list of all the ladies in the group, so we can all add each other, keeping each other accountable.

You know that feeling of pulling on an old pair of pants that has been to small for too long? Yea, that's the feeling I'm going for...
You know that feeling you get when someone you haven't seen in a while tells you how slammin' you look? Also amazing!!
Or when you look in the mirror and are pleased at what you see...not because you're runway-model skinny or emaciated, and not because you're comparing yourself to anyone else...But you like what you see because you're taking care of yourself, your body. Spiritually, emotionally, mentally and of course, physically.

Thank you all for sharing little things about yourself, it's always nice to have a little background info!

So, twelve weeks.

Will you look and feel the same as you do today, or look and feel a heck of a lot better?
It's up to us....

Here we go!!!!

mamarundrc

I'm in!

NAME: Danielle (Dani)
AGE: 31
LIVE: Upstate MA
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 159.4
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150 and maintaining
START PANTS SIZE: 10 or 8 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8/ 6 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope
DIET GOALS: Lower sodium intake, stay on plan over the weekends
EXERCISE GOALS: Run 5 miles (Turkey trot on turkey day) without stopping, add in more strength training
OTHER GOALS: survive my cruise in october with minimal weight gain and get back on track imediately after
OTHER INTERESTS: hiking, kayaking, dogs, colorguard/marching band/drum corp, reading, scrapbooking
OCCUPATION: Stay at home mom to an 11 month old boy, job seeker and possibly looking for a career change

Measurements: Can't find my tape measure. I will post these as soon as I find it or buy a new one.


Feel free to add me as a friend for additional support.

cdngrl81

I would love to join your group!!

NAME: Jennifer
AGE: 30
LIVE: Surrey, BC (Canada)
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 153
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 143
START PANTS SIZE: 10
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4-6
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope, calorie counting!
DIET GOALS: Eating in moderation
EXERCISE GOALS: Finish P90X (ususally do the first 30 days then lose my motivation).
OTHER GOALS: Look awesome in my bikini, that I bought and have never worn outside my bedroom.
OTHER INTERESTS: Hanging out with my husband, watching movies, cross stitching
OCCUPATION: Accountant

Measurements:
Bust: (right across nipples) 35 in
Waist: 29 in
Navel-line: n/a
Hips (widest part!): 41
Calves: R- n/a L- n/a
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 11.5 in, L-11.5 in
Thighs: (widest part!) R-23.5 in, L-23 in
Neck: n/a

thamre

I am so in! I will have to get back to you with the stats. I need this to push me to tone up!

mycrazyturtles

NAME: Kristi
AGE: 27
LIVE: Sandusky Ohio
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 207
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 190
START PANTS SIZE: 18/20 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 14/16 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: eat with in my goal
DIET GOALS: smaller portions 4-5 times a day
EXERCISE GOALS: 30 min cadio 4-5 time per week
OTHER GOALS:
OTHER INTERESTS:
I do home health care and I start the Nursing Program in 7 Days

Measurements:
Bust: 45
Waist: 46
Navel-line: ????.
Hips (widest part!): 48
Calves: R- 14.75in, L- 15in
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 13.5 L 14
Thighs: (widest part!) R-28.5in, L-28in
Neck: 14.75