May Day Challenge!

lisawest

Believe me, Lisa is a born cheerleader. When she was young, we told her that it was against the law in Kansas to cheer while riding in a vehicle. It was the only way to keep our sanity. From her adoring Aunt Mary

See you tomorrow!

rebecca413

Hi all,
I'd love to join this group. I hope it'll keep me motivated! I graduate from business school this May and would love to have lost a good amount of weight by then. The next few days I'll be traveling and I've been weighing in on Mondays, so I'll just put up what I've got so far (including today's weigh in for Jan. 1). Should be more on track next week. Good luck everyone!

Start weight: 208.3
Dec. 25: 206
Jan. 1: 202.7
Jan. 8:
Jan. 15:
Jan. 22:
Jan. 29:
Feb. 5:
Feb. 12:
Feb. 19:
Feb. 26:
March 5: Mini goal - 188
March 12:
March 19:
March 26:
April 2:
April 9:
April 16:
April 23:
April 30: 174

lisawest

Hi all,
I'd love to join this group. I hope it'll keep me motivated! I graduate from business school this May and would love to have lost a good amount of weight by then. The next few days I'll be traveling and I've been weighing in on Mondays, so I'll just put up what I've got so far (including today's weigh in for Jan. 1). Should be more on track next week. Good luck everyone!

Welcome! We are doing weekly challenges for whoever wants to join in. This week's challenge is getting in 30minutes of exercise for 5 days. A secondary challenge is to up our water intake to the recommended level. Next week, we'll see what we want to do!

With a little work, and support from your friends here, you CAN do this!

ourgang

So last night I did do 60 min's of a Jillian workout!!!! I have decided that IS TOOOO LONG!!!!
I was so cranky afterwards, it was horrible. I can do 30 min's even 45 min's no problem, but 60 min's is just too much.... but I did it crying and all:sad:

This morning I was down!!!!! WOOOO HOOOO maybe I finally dropped from this plataeu. it seams that I loss and then I bounce between 220-223, I haven't been able to drop below 220, today I was at 219!!!!!!!!!! I won't officially weigh in until Friday and I will post then, but it looks good. We gave our children a cruise for christmas and I would love to be down 10 lbs by Feb 5th when we go.. I would settle for 5 though:happy:

Now to just stay motivated and not over indulge from now until then...

I did get my 80 oz of water in yesterday and so far I am up to 1 hour 40 min's of my 3 hours 30 min's by Friday!!! half way not too bad.....

Hope everyone has a great day!

Chocolickkyss

So last night I did do 60 min's of a Jillian workout!!!! I have decided that IS TOOOO LONG!!!!
I was so cranky afterwards, it was horrible. I can do 30 min's even 45 min's no problem, but 60 min's is just too much.... but I did it crying and all:sad:

This morning I was down!!!!! WOOOO HOOOO maybe I finally dropped from this plataeu. it seams that I loss and then I bounce between 220-223, I haven't been able to drop below 220, today I was at 219!!!!!!!!!! I won't officially weigh in until Friday and I will post then, but it looks good. We gave our children a cruise for christmas and I would love to be down 10 lbs by Feb 5th when we go.. I would settle for 5 though:happy:

Now to just stay motivated and not over indulge from now until then...

I did get my 80 oz of water in yesterday and so far I am up to 1 hour 40 min's of my 3 hours 30 min's by Friday!!! half way not too bad.....

Hope everyone has a great day!

Great Job Ourgang...use the cruise as a motivator. I began my weight loss journey in late October 2006 because I was going on a cruise for my birthday which is in January and I wanted to be able to fit comfortably in my clothes, especially since I would be unable to purchase any new clothes for the trip b/c we were in the middle of winter. It was either fit into my clothes or don't go. I was able to hire a personal trainer which was EXTREMELY helpful but the bottom line was if I didn't stay motivated and continually work out like the trainer instructed I would not see any progress. Well when I began that journey on October 23, 2006 I was 152 lbs (my heaviest weight) and by the time I left for the cruise on January 6, 2007 I was 132 lbs. I was able to lose 20 lbs in about 9-10 weeks. I know you can do it, just stay focused.

My workout is complete for today. Since I was unable to make it to the gym I decided to complete another dvd. This one is called "Melt it Off" and it's a combination of cardio and strength training and if you complete all 4 cardio sessions it totals about 60 minutes. I decided to give it all I had and according to MFP I burned approximately 429 calories. I have a hrm but can't seem to get it to output calories burned....I guess I have to take another look. Whatever the actual calories I'm satisfied that I gave it my all, so, I'm happy.

I decided I would enter 2010 not only with a new body, mind and spirit but w/a clean house so after I ate breakfast I hit the ground running. Cleaned both bathrooms, washed and folded laundry, swept and mopped the kitchen and dusted the entire house. Once I'm done posting here on MFP I will complete my last task of vacuuming. I won't count the calories burned doing these activities. This is just the cherry on top. I can't wait to bring in the new year with all aspects of my life heading in the right direction.

Have a great day all!

msh0530

Just a quick post to tell you all Happy New Year! I may not be on much before Monday with all of the company coming in today. My daughter just called from Texas to tell me she is on the road. Lisa phoned earlier to tell me that she will be here for lunch. Better go fix it, huh??

Anyway, Happy New Year! I hope the New Year brings you all of the things that you wish for. Remember, one moment at a time, one healthy step at a time, and if you stumble, don't even fall all of the way down - just catch yourself and keep going on the journey!
Here's to smart choices! And may God bless you all real good!

laniv

It sounds like everyone is doing well - exercising, losing weight. I went on my stationary bike for 5 minutes to warm up. Then I used my nordic track ski machine for 20 minutes. I finished it off with 10 minutes of strength training. So far, I am keeping to my exercise plan, but I didn't plan my food for two days. I waiting to weigh in on Friday. New Year's plans are fairly modest, so there's no danger of overeating.

Best wishes for a Happy New Year.

Highest weight: 168
Dec 25: 150
Jan. 1:
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Jan. 15:
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Jan. 29:
Feb. 5:
Feb. 12:
Feb. 19:
Feb. 26:
March 5:
March 12:
March 19:
March 26:
April 2:
April 9:
April 16:
April 23:
April 30: 132

patinpa

I feel like I falling off the wagon. I had a hard time getting out of bed to get to the gym today. I managed to get there in time for a 20 min walk on the track and then went for 30 min water jogging followed by 45 minutes of aquasize. I know it's not enough for me, but it will have to do for today. My food was okay, but some one offered me a peppermint patty and I accepted. Tomorrow is another day. Thanks everyone.

kath711

This sounds like a great group to join to get motivated for the new year. I will be glad to get back into schedules with my kids. Hard to find time to workout when they are home from school.
Starting Weight: 137
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April 30: 129

have a great new years!!

debnu1

I am also looking forward to starting this year on the right foot. I feel I am doing so much better in many areas of my life now. It is wonderful to have a vision of what you want to do.

Right now I am going crazy not being able to do any cardio--I can't wait until this next week is over and I can start up again. I am excited to jump start my weight loss again that way. If I can maintain, or even just loose a little with only upper body strength training I am well on my way to success!!

Have a wonderful New Year everyone!

amboardman

I probably won't be around a computer after today, so I'm weighing in today. Woo hoo!

Start weight: 176
Dec. 25: 174.6
Jan. 1: 173.0
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April 30: 160

smadag1

I won't be around tomorrow so my weigh in is 159. that is a 1 pound loss for me since last week. I have not been able to do the workout challange because I have been sick all week but I have gotten all my water in everyday.:drinker:

ourgang

did good last night at Pop's bday.. I only went over 18 cal's for the day and today when I weighted I was only up .4........
I will weigh in tomorrow.. My fingers are crossed!!!!!!

I have gotten my 80 oz of water in everyday so far. and I am up to 2 hours 15 mins of exercise... Just over an hour left. I think I can get that in by the end of tomorrow..

Happy New Year Everyone

patinpa

I didn't do so good today. We got snow and I had to shovel sidewalks. That's the only exercise I did today and I didn't know how to record it. So, I logged it as gardeing. My food wasn't good either. A friend got me mixed nuts for a gift. A love them and ate like crazy. Later I took the remainder over to the senior center. I know they will enjoy them. Tomorrow is weigh in. I'm scared to see the results. I'll get some exercise in tomorrow. Happy New Year to you all.

Chocolickkyss

Start weight: 131 lbs (12/18/09)
Dec. 25: 129.5 lbs
Jan. 1: 130 lbs
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April 23:
April 30: 123-125 lbs

I don't actually think I gained .5 lbs but since that's the first reading I received today I'm going to record it. I feel so optimistic about this NEW YEAR. I did exercise yesterday but will chill out today because the gym is closed, its' too cold to walk outside and I've done the dvds. My plan is to attend kickboxing tomorrow at the gym. I usually get a great workout from that class.

this year's motto is "Equipped to win in 2010"

HAPPY NEW YEAR ALL!

Emilydmo

Back to pre-holiday weight and even minus an extra 0.2lbs as well!!!! HAPPY NEW YEARS TO ALL!!!!


Start weight: 214
Dec. 25: 214
Jan. 1: 210.6
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April 23:
April 30: 175

katielouhoo

Happy New Year everyone!:drinker:

Starting weight 244.2
weigh-in 1/1- 240.2

I managed this week to get in 4 hours of aerobics, 1 hour weight training, 1 hour yoga/streching
Quite good for a holiday week.

Water, was mostly good. still working on this area.

debnu1

Start weight: 177
Dec 25: 178.9
Jan. 1: 176.3 (-2.6)
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April 30: 145


I am excited by my weighin, some of my work this week paid off! I've been drinking my water and getting more exercise. What should we do for a challenge this week?

patinpa

I weighed in today as per the challenge. I only lost 1.6 lbs, but it's a loss. Today I tried to ride my stationary bike and the pedal fell off. I will get out a CD and do some aerobics. I hope everyone is doing good on the challenge. Happy New Year

aabbccdd

Joined Jul 2009
Posts: 10
Sun 12/27/09 05:16 PM
I'd love to join the group!

Start weight: 164.8
Dec. 25: 162.2
Jan. 1: 161.4
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April 30: 148 !!!!!
Edited by aabbccdd on Sun 12/27/09 05:20 PM

Not as much as I had hoped, but at least it's a loss. Started out the year with a great hike on a snow-packed trail. Happy New Year, all!

Mande_G

Start weight: 197.0
Dec. 25: 198.8
Jan. 1: 196.0 (-2.8)
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April 30: Goal 169 (1.5 lb average loss per week)

Lost my Christmas gain and an extra lb besides! Been doing the 30 Day Shred religiously since getting back from vacation, plus chugging the water and keeping my diet in check. Yesterday I was off from work and did about 4 hours of housework, which was great in many ways. What a way to start off the New Year!!

Ashia1317

Hey All! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I haven't been around the office at all being on vacation and such, so here I am today. Starting the new year . . . .

Start weight: 144
Dec. 25: 143
Jan. 1: 144
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April 23:
April 30: 125

I've been watching what I eat this holiday season with some exception to chocolate . . . the good news is that I haven't gained too much, the down size is that I haven't really lost either. So here's to the new year and a new me! I'm not one for resolutions because I'm horrible at following through, but I'm going to do things differently this year. Discipline. Health. Happiness is what my list consists of.

Here's to 2010! Good luck all! :flowerforyou:

laniv

On track for May!
Happy New Year to everyone.

Highest weight: 168
Dec 25: 150
Jan. 1: 149
Jan. 8:
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Jan. 29:
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April 16:
April 23:
April 30: 132

Ktbell626

Start weight: 170
Jan. 1: 171
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April 23:
April 30: 135!!! (Graduation Day)

So I started out the week great but towards the end I kinda bottom out. Next week I will be better and get back on track and this might just be water weight.

annerssju

Start weight: 172
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April 30: 145 - This is a lofty goal but I'd REALLY love to be there.... I am hopeful I can do it!
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!

debnu1

Start weight: 172

April 30: 145 - This is a lofty goal but I'd REALLY love to be there.... I am hopeful I can do it!
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!

Hi annerssju, I am right there along side you. We can do this. It is right around 7 lbs a month. Really not bad when you think about it. Together we are sure to be able to make 145 in May!!

annerssju

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Yeah!! Thanks for the motivation... I really do get great results when I use this site and I'm back on track. So excited! GOOD LUCK!

Chocolickkyss

I'm glad to see so many people joining the May Day challenge. We can do it ladies, May is only 4 months away and will be here before we realize it. Let's stay focused. My workout is complete for today. I walked on the treadmill (3.5 incline & speed 3.5-3.7) for 30 minutes and then headed to kickboxing class for 45 minutes. When it was all said and done I had burned over 600 calories.

Does anyone have any suggestions for this week's challenge? I really like the weekly challenges b/c it makes me accountable and focused. Anyone can throw out suggestions.

Have a great day.

Ktbell626

I'm still trying to get up to exercising 5 days a week. We could up exercising to 6 days a week. Or maybe say to go on a walk everyday.

laniv

Hi all!
The holidays were a challenge, but I'm back on track. I'm planning on at least 3 1/2 hours of exercise per week. I'm planning my meals the day ahead. It takes a while to do, though. Any hints for speeding up the process?

Highest weight: 168
Dec 25: 150
Jan. 1: 149
Jan. 8:
Jan. 15:
Jan. 22:
Jan. 29:
Feb. 5:
Feb. 12:
Feb. 19:
Feb. 26:
March 5:
March 12:
March 19:
March 26:
April 2:
April 9:
April 16:
April 23:
April 30: 132
May 7:
May 14: 130

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