2 week challenge
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Congrats on signing up for the race mamareese! That's great that the race has activities for the kiddos too. I did a Halloween race the other year with the same thing and there were some pretty little kids doing the dash. It was pretty funny actually, most of the kids were into it but there were a whole bunch being carried by their parents, kind of defeats the purpose
I signed up to do the Warrior Dash on May 20! I got a gladiator costume for it (a cute one) and everything.0 -
Whew lots of posting!
Reese - congrats on the 5k! Like I said, if you want suggestions let me know but you'll be fab, I promise! You're well with your challenge, I'm sure it will show!
Amy - I definitely take breaks! Because of my schedule they tend to be whenever I am traveling etc. but I think its really important. Give yourself a week with no commitment to exercise and only be active as you want. Then you'll be refreshed and ready to hit 5x5 strong!!
AScheif - good info on the 3 day thing! I always thought Wednesdays were my sweet spot, makes more sense now
Also reminds how important it is to make sure you're eating well the rest of the week. Good luck on your posing! Like I said, I can't imagine doing a fitness competition but high heels are something I know a thing or two about!
Beeps - your vacation sounds perfect - indulgent but healthy! I think that's we should all shoot for when we're "off"
I'm doing well this week. Only two little work outs left in stage one - going back to my first weight used in each exercise and seeing how many reps I can do. Looking forward to getting onto to stage 2. I am going to skip the suggested break and take it in April when I have a trip to Austin then I don't feel like I am missing any workouts!
Eating is going pretty well this week overall, been eating spinach everyday 0 -
Hey all!
Been reading every day just not posting. You all are doing great, you inspire me.
This week has been going really well. Planning ahead all of my meals and prelogging in the morning has helped tremendously. Planning my workouts and then following through has also been great. This morning was back below 140 - hope I can keep this momentum.
A bit worried about this weekend - we are going out of town and that means a lot of eating out. I am going to try to bring food with me so that I don't have to eat at the restaurants all the time since we are staying at a home with a full kitchen. May even be able to talk the bf into eating at home with me instead of eating every single meal out.
Congrats on those signed up for the 5Ks. I really want to sign up for one here in June - it is called Run for Your Lives. It is an obstacle course 5K where you are chased by zombies. Looks super fun. Just gotta get a few people together to do it with me.
Anyway, I will try to catch up more so that I can respond to you all individually. But for now, I have been reading and cheering you all on!!0 -
Hey, arwensb, traveling is a challenge! that is nice you can take some food. It's so hard to know how many calories you are actually consuming at restaurants. And Run for Your Life sounds awesome!
Kate, I know I asked before about NROLFW, but how many days per week is it? I am still thinking about that, but stronglifts 5x5 is appealing too. I am thinking of just strength training until summer, then doing more to get lean.
I asked the wellness center manager and he doesn't do personal training, he thought stronglifts was a good program but he doesn't recommend doing "good mornings" and he said I would "bulk up" after awhile, so not sure what to think of that advice.
Ris, yeah on Warrior Dash. Where are you? I am in CO. I still haven't signed up. A gladiator costume sounds awesome.
Chloe-are you all packed? Have a great trip!0 -
arwensb--Run For Your Lives sounds like a really fun race. Good luck with your trip! Eating while traveling is always hard for me. My strategy is usually to concede that I'll probably eat out for two meals, but try to turn the the third meal into more of a snack--maybe we'll go out for brunch and dinner, but just have something small in between to tide us over until dinner.
Amy--I'm in DC, and I'm doing the Warrior Dash in Maryland. I'm excited for it, I did the one in New Orleans last year. I'm curious to see how different they are. I would guess they're all sort of unique since they have to work with the terrain they have. I would guess that CO is pretty hilly!0 -
yeah, the CO warrior dash is in Breckenridge, a ski town. Apparently, the first year you had to run up the ski mountain, but when I did it was like switchbacks along the road so it wasn't as bad, but the altitude is still extreme so it's tough.0
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oh, i've been eating lots of bad food, too....tasty awesome bad food (fudge, gelato, eggs benedict, nachos, pina coladas, mai tais, rum anything, rum and rum and rum).
It's raining here, again, today.
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Hey Ladies!
just wanted to let you know I posted a great Clean Eating recipe for home made peanut butter bower bars in the Clean Eating Recipe topics - I know that things get busy and so when you need a quick something rather than grabbing a store boughten granola bar that is high in sugar, pick up one of these!0 -
oh, i've been eating lots of bad food, too....tasty awesome bad food (fudge, gelato, eggs benedict, nachos, pina coladas, mai tais, rum anything, rum and rum and rum).
It's raining here, again, today.
We have sooo much in common. :laugh:0 -
That Warrior Dash sounds intense! The one in New Orleans was as flat as a pancake with no altitude, but you were running through mud the entire time, which made it hard to go too fast. Then again, it was also during Mardi Gras, so most of the people there were hungover/drunk/otherwise not taking it too seriously.
Beeps your vacation sounds so yummy! I'm sure you're staying pretty active too, so that helps balance it out :drinker:0 -
Hey Ladies!
just wanted to let you know I posted a great Clean Eating recipe for home made peanut butter bower bars in the Clean Eating Recipe topics - I know that things get busy and so when you need a quick something rather than grabbing a store boughten granola bar that is high in sugar, pick up one of these!
Sounds delicious! That may need to be one of my weekend projects.0 -
Yumm!! Thanks for posting. I love making big batches of things like this to keep in the freezer so that I don't have to grab junk when I am on the go.just wanted to let you know I posted a great Clean Eating recipe for home made peanut butter bower bars in the Clean Eating Recipe topics - I know that things get busy and so when you need a quick something rather than grabbing a store boughten granola bar that is high in sugar, pick up one of these!0 -
Love the clean recipes! Always save them so I can get them when I'm ready to whip something new up in the kitchen!!
Beeps- It's a vacation! Enjoy it! It sure sounds yummy!!
I'm still working on the clean eating challenge. I've just given up calorie counting for a bit. The constant get on log, etc. felt like it needed to be given a breather for a bit. I am IN LOVE with quinoa mixed with chix breasts and asparagus. I think I could eat it for lunch every day. And the quinoa is awesome! Expensive but awesome. I love it more than any other carb/pasta-esque type dish I've had.
I had my first run this morning and it went well considering it's been FOREVER. I got 2 miles in before I had to slow it down and catch myself. Wanted to get in a full 30minutes so I figured a little break before starting back up again. I'm playing in a volleyball tournament this weekend so I'll either run again Sunday or Monday depending on how I feel after that. But next week my goal is 3 runs/week every week until the 5k. I'll keep my P90x for strength training and work on upping my miles as I go!0 -
Happy Friday everybody! Soooo happy the weekend is finally here!!!
Amy- No I am not packed at all! I am going to do that this weekend. We leave super early Tuesday morning.
Mamareese- excellent run! Sounds like a great plan. If you're already running 30 min straight you will do great in the 5K!
So I weighed in this morning at 143.6!!!! Surpassed my goal of 144 before vacation! And in NSV news I went to a friends house last night for dinner and saw some people I haven't seen in a few weeks and everyone kept commenting on how slim I looked
So my plan for vacation is to drink as much as I feel like :drinker: but try to stick with vodka and water with mio or crystal light (that is my new go to drink when I'm out) and wine. I will keep the sugary drinks to a minimum. I will try to load up on fruits for breakfast with some eggs and do a salad with some meat for lunch and then just do whatever I want for dinner. I would like to hit the treadmill a few times, just to keep myself on track as well.
Ascheif messaged me with some good recommendations on how to improve my diary and I plan on really working on those when I get back. Next mini goal is to be under 140 by May and ultimate goal to be a 135 by summer. I think it is definitely doable if I just stay focused! And it has been awesome having all of your support!
Have a great weekend everyone!0 -
Congrats on the weight loss Chloe! Sounds like you have a great plan for your vacation, it'll let you cut loose without undoing all of your hard work. Definitely managable goals as well. Good luck!0
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I did a warrior dash here. It was 106 degrees. Literally, 106 degree, not even the heat index. Sooo it was pretty miserable and I can't say I'll ever do it again. It was the only time I've ever felt like I could have really injured myself if I pushed. But glad you all have liked it
Chloe - yay on the weight loss! you're doing amazing! How tall are you, btws? Seems like we're in a similar place! Great vacation plan. Vodka waters with lemon at my fav! They're super low cal for drinks and "pure" as alcohol can be!
Reese - nice job on the clean eating and run! I wouldn't worry about logging if I were you either. 2 miles is really nice first try! See, you'll be able to do a 5k no problem. Just remembered I need to get back to you on your wall post! Will do
Tonight, I am supposed to go to a young friend of art happy hour then out to dinner. I scouted out the restaurant picked a decent meal, did 2 miles after my NROL workout today, and *should* be able to stay under on cals and get enough protein with alcohol already factored in. If I have a few more than planned then I should break about even on cals for the day. So all in all, not a terrible day, but also not exactly healthy. So the question is, I am strict tomorrow even though I did okay today? Is it passable to do okay again tomorrow (similar to today or better) and call it a good week? I can't make up my mind.
I should have done a better job of clarifying my "adherence" at the beginning. Is it staying a certain amount clean? Is it calorie deficit based? It is macro or work out based? Not sure...
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Chloe - WTG on the weight loss! I think your plan for vacation is great - you are supposed to be relaxing and having a good time after all! Love your NSV too - it feels so good when people notice the efforts we put in.
Reese - sounds like you are doing really well! I see no problem with not logging as long as you are staying clean and within the parameters. You have been at this for a little while, long enough to intuitively know whether you are on track or not. WTG on 2 miles!
Chuisle - There is NO way I could do anything, much less a warrior dash, in 106 degrees. Yikes! I think that if you stick to your plan for today and have a decent day tomorrow (like you said, the same as today or better) you can easily call it a good week. Don't be so hard on yourself!!
This has been a successful week so far. On track with my food and my workouts. I have not eaten back many (if any) of my exercise calories the past few days with the knowledge that we are going to end up eating out a lot this weekend (trying to bank a few extra cals). The downside of that is my body is just hungry today. I have already eaten everything I brought today and am still hungry. But...I know we are going out to dinner and there are not likely to be super healthy choices (we are in farm country, so think homestyle cooking and diners), so I really want to save the rest of today's calories for that. There won't be a single second to workout, we are leaving right after work. Anyway - I have a bunch of protein pancakes and baked oatmeal cups that I am bringing up there for breakfast tomorrow and snacks, so hopefully it will be a good weekend. I don't want to undo the progress I have made this week.0 -
nice planning, arwensb, have fun this weekend!
Kate, I forgot how miserable your warrior dash was, that is bad. I still haven't signed up but I think DH definitlely wants to.
Chloe-your vacation plan sounds like a good one.
Last night I was not very good, went out to dinner with friends, had a marg and some beers. My friend said my jeans made my butt look good, but I know it's all the squats and lunges
Thanks for checking in, Beeps, but I hope you have some more sunny days!!0 -
You ladies are doing SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO great!
I am back....but, jet-lagged and won't be working out today. Actually, I'm kind of terrified of returning to the gym, tomorrow....too many days *off*, I think.
I have zero appetitie....so, am not eating anything, today and will kick-start back into proper nutrition/exercise when my body decides it still isn't 4 time zones away.
I'm supposed to start a new 2-week challenge, tomorrow. My plan is just to get back on track and do the right things. Sheesh, I have another weigh-in and measurements in 2.5 weeks, so I really *do* need to focus!0 -
:flowerforyou: Welcome back Beeps. I have the faith that you will get back in action. Relax and get over your trip.:bigsmile:
:flowerforyou: asjerven, that means that your butt itself looks good. Not your jeans. Have to love it.
Today is the start of a new week. I am so hoping to not miss any of my exercise classes. It seems that something comes up (usually with a kid) every week to make me miss at least one of them.0 -
Ok, so this is my week off. I got the e-book "starting strength" by Mark Rippetoe. I started reading and it's pretty interesting. The workout is pretty simple, three days per week, an "A" workout and a "B" workout and you alternate.
the book seems to be written for men who want to grow, it actually recommends drinking a gallon of milk per day!
But for the strength training women, what should I aim for, calorie-wise, and should I only eat more on strength days?
So this week I am just reading my book. I'll be dog-sitting for my friend, and it will be nice to walk him but that's the only real exercise I have planned.
Sorry, I will definitely have a better challenge next week.0 -
Thanks everybody!
Chuisle- I am 5'6"
Beeps- welcome back!!!
I leave tomorrow, so you won't be hearing much from me! But, when I get back next week it is ON!!! Have a great week everyone!0 -
Hi all! So jealous of all you coming and going from vacations No fun travel for me until April!
Amy - I have struggled a lot with calorie level. I definitely eat more on strength days but I have been playing with different levels. NROL has a formula which I am happy to send to you if you want (I don't have it here with me). But that had me at 2000 on non lifting days and 2235 on lifting days! Yikes. So I did about 1700 and 1935 but gained a little on that so I am currently doing 1400 plus exercise (so more less my maintenance minus a little less than 25%). This seems to be going well so far. I am on third week of it and will 4 full weeks and evaluate. Hope that's a little helpful!
Chloe - I am 5'6" as well! (actually 5'5.5" but who's counting?). I didn't realize we were so similar Always good to have people around going to the place!
Beeps - welcome back! don't worry too much, you'll get back into the swing of things!
I am doing well so far! Decided I did meet my goals last week and looking forward to another week of (hopeflly) progress! I start stage 2 on Wednesday and am looking forward to stepping up my game! St. Patrick's day is this Saturday so that will be my nonadherent day Hello Irish breakfast and guinness! It's one of my favorite days of the year so I am going to make sure to enjoy the calorie laden goodness (my username is actually an Irish term of endearment meaning "my pulse" similar to darling). I am two weeks into my 4 week challenge and doing well so far. I am thinking I will be able to get that bod pod testing done 0 -
Yeah, Kate, I would like to see the formula if you think of it when you have it. I can't imagine eating at 2000 cals but then, if I can't gain muscle this way, it might be interesting to see what would happen...0
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oh, and have fun, Chloe! I don't have any vacations planned and no federal holidays until Memorial Day!0
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My goodness, chuisle, I do NOT think you are eating enough calories!! I really don't....throw away the scale during the duration of NROL4W. And, follow the calorie-plan in that book. It's GOOD.
(Amy, I left my text in my car, otherwise, I'd type in the formula, here....)
I'm supposed to eat about 2,000 calories on non-weight-lifting days and about 2,300 on days I lift. I did close to that for the first month. Then, I decided to eat at a small deficit, so am eating 1,800 calories, pretty much everyday. (I'm not convinced I'm burning 300 calories during a weight-workout, anyway....I usually log it at about 200 calories.)0 -
I went back to the gym, today. THANK GOODNESS!!
I feel *so* much better! My stress levels were creeping up there, pretty high, actually - not helped by the fact my martyr-ish boss ended up working most nights and weekends while I was away (on the very projects he DECLINED my help with in the 2 MONTHS previous to my scheduled vacation!!).
Anyway, enough about that - I started Stage 3 of NROL4W. I've probably back-slid a TON, but I don't actually care (right now)!
Without a vacation on the horizon to PUSH toward, I'm kind of "myeh" about the whole thing.....I will do my work-outs, faithfully and with all the energy I can muster.....but, the results will be what they will be. I'm not going to worry about them, just now.
(Mind you, I'm still involved in challenges - so about 15 days from now, I expect I'll be singing a very different tune!)
What's your 2-week challenge, ladies?? Mine is to track all calories, no alcohol, and complete all work-outs, as planned.0 -
Beeps - I know! I have debated this back and forth myself. The issue was that on 1700 + more on lifting days I gained, NOT just on the scale but in inches. My pants were tighter etc. I did that for about 5 weeks so I am now cutting conservatively for 4 weeks to see how it goes. I don't care about the scale but I do care when my waist gets bigger!0
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Fair enough....I just know that, while it isn't "leaps-and-bounds", my measurements ARE reducing.
I know you are working really hard....and, I know that there is no "magic" formula that works for every single person in exactly the same way.
I just think, overall, weight-lifters require MORE energy to fuel their bodies and their work-outs....and I want to make sure your body isn't getting all these "confusing" signals about whether (or not) it is being sufficiently fuelled.
enuff said....I support you because I know you really aren't trying to starve yourself!0 -
ambitious goals beeps! tracking, working out and no alcohol!
I am going to start to move toward eating cleaner, so I need a challenge related to that. I am not feeling like giving up alcohol right now! but maybe trying to have vegetables or fruit with every meal and snack? I got organics delivery tomorrow.
I still haven't tried spinach in a smoothie, I am so afraid it's going to be gross and I don't want to waste the other stuff!0
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