12 week get ready for summer!!

fitnessmare

Count me in! It will be my first time in a 'group'. I'm 50 yrs, 5'7", SW:152, CW:146, GW:136. I'm looking to lose the excess around my middle, hips and thighs. Also to improve my cardio and lower body. I work out at home and when it's not icy I walk, run and bike outside. Today is my 40th day on MFP. Thanks for the encouragement!

Mita19

I'm in too...I'm 5'4. current weight 156 , goal weight by June 1st 138.....Ultimate goal weight is 130- 135

mikehart164

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/12925-mike-h-12-week-summer-challenge-group

Join the Group and check out the topics. Have a great ST. Patricks Day. Ill check in periodically monday I'll be back on a more regular basis.

motherbetty

I'm in - thanks for doing this!

I have had trouble losing and keeping weight off since I quit smoking in 2009, but I'm determined to keep a healthier lifestyle. I had been working out 3 to 4 days a week, but life got in the way and I fell off the bandwagon.

Part of my issues with weight is the changes due to my age. I'm 49, soon to be 50. Things slow down for sure at that age but I refuse to allow that to be an excuse. I'll just have to be more patient and work harder. No excuses.

I'm at an all time high weight of 158 with an ultimate goal weight of 135. I'm 5'4".

Really looking forward to this! Thanks again!

jwpe

I would like to join!! I just started New Rules of Lifting for women (1st workout done today).
I have a dance recital in 8 weeks (like to be down 8 pounds for) and then....well summer is coming!!!

wwest21

I'm joining the group as well! I'm in a wedding in October as maid of honor and want to loose about 25 pounds before then. I have some friends who work out with me but they don't seem as serious about it as I do, so I decided to join an online group. This seems do-able.

ExplorinLauren

If you started a group, I'd like to be invited please

JLHNU212

I am in!!! I cant wait to hear about all the great advice everyone has to share!!!! Thank you!

tiggersized55

count me in too and yes im interested in the at home work-out.
willing to give it my best shot. Im 55 with thyroid issues so me and my metabolism are ALWAYS fighting!
Need motivation and a challenge..... also daughter gettting married in Aug and I NEED to look and FEEL great !

:flowerforyou:


add me for friend too .

countrygal02012

I am up for it! I have a 75 km backpacking trip that I am going on in July... and really need to get off 30-40 lbs. At this time I feel like I am getting nowhere with dropping the weight...

KPlaunt

I'm ready. Bring it on !

steveteesateskie

Hi im steve teesateskie. Ok im new here im 21 years old. I currently weigh 220 wanna get down to 170. I dont just wanna lose weight I wanna build lean muscle but not to the point where I look like im on roids lol.

lizlashley2009

I am in!! I need to loose 20lbs for a wedding that I am in!!! I need all the help I can get!

yur_face

Im 15 nd iknoe u shud be 18 or older but iseriously want to lose weight im 130 nd 5'0
Its my sisters wedding next year nd ireally want to lose weight by then iwant to be 90 lbs but
By 12 weeks i atleast wanna be 100 plzzz iwud like to join in thankss (:

lovebug601

Hi, my name is Bria and I want to lose a good 30 lbs during the 12 weeks. so excited, feel free to add me.

Clemmi17

I'd like to join up too, please. I started the food plan last Tuesday weighing 93.8 kg and today I weigh 90.3! I know some of it will be water in the first week but I think it's a great start so I'm happy. I am so fed up of being flabby, not being able to wear most of my clothes get out of breath walking up steep hills that I'm determined to do this. One problem though, I have one artificial hip and some arthritis in the other so my orthopedic consultant says not to run. I need to find other cardio activities to do instead. I can get to the pool once a week where I swim 1km in about 20 minutes and then slow down to swim another 500m or so in another 20 minutes. There are no gyms here but I do have a bike. Any good cardio suggestions wil be gratefully received.

dcazll

This is a fantastic challlenge. I am definatley in. This challenge ends a few days after my 30th and I really want to be closer to my goal by that time, but more importantly to have learned healthier habits so I can be a better influence to my girls. I think it's great Mike that you want to help people. Sometimes we see so much information that it can be overwhelming so it will be great to have someone that knows what they're taking about that we can ask.

CW 143
GW 120?
waist 31
hips 42

Dolly1209

I would love to join! Although I only have 10 weeks as I'm having an operation on may 31st!

LizzyAlexandra

I'm in! Looking to lose about 5 kg in total, but whatever comes off by then, I am happy with As long as I am exercising and eating right, that is good

Mashee

Im in

AhlaWahda

I'm in!

CW: 126.6 lbs.
GW: 120 lbs

Current waist: 26"
Goal waist: 24"

mkkhoza

I'm in...
CW 210
GW 180 (for this challenge 198)...that is a pound per week.
Just measured this mornng...waist is 39" and hips are 41"

thank you for the good advice already on the weekly nutrition (where I particularly need help) and excercise.

-Makhonyola
State College, PA

lindaw66

Wow, this is great, I'm in! My name is Linda Weber and I live in Southern Indiana. I have 50 pounds to lose. I started a 12 week program 11 weeks ago and fell off after 6 weeks with no results. I just got back into it about 15 days ago, but didn't exercise. I'm ready now to make this happen again! I know I need to drink more water, get my exercise in. I've got the food down, but I'm still easily tempted. I'm at the point where I want my husband and daughter to lock up all my temptations since they refuse to stop buying things like chips, cookies, etc!

lindaw66

I did a search on you tube and this is a great video to show you full body stretches, http://youtu.be/Njx-wHXdQuc
I need to do this as I havn't been stretching after working out and I think I have pulled a muscle or something in my upper left arm. It hurts when I try to lift anything or put my arm above my head or fastened my bra! Stretching is important!

Sunlight2013

I am interested!! Count me in!! I lost 17 pounds so far. I'm 108 and my goal is 103-105 for the summer. I'm 5 feet tall. I just read some of your advice. Please add me to the group. thanks!!

CrisAlex

Hi there, I'm in! I'm 4'11 and 112 lbs. I'm looking to get back to 105 and am looking forward to this 12 week challenge!

believe1012

I'm def interested! Could use the motivation

socrates02

Hello everyone and thank you for your interest in the 12 week get ready for summer support group. My goal here is to have everyone helping each other and supporting each other. I will offer some guidelines as to what I think will help. I also welcome any questions along the way. It looks as though we have about 10 people in our group so far and I’m sure a few more will join in as we progress.
My name is Mike I’m 27 years old and I’ve been training for 8 years I live in Pennsylvania. What are all your names?

Week 1: Some of this stuff you may already doing but I think it is some of the most important aspects of losing weight and I want you all to try to implement most of these suggestions into your daily routine.

1. Water - 6-10 cups daily dependent on how much you are moving and sweating can even be more! No less than 6.

2. Cardio - Aim for 30-45 minutes of Cardio on most days of week or a minimum of 150-180 moderate-minimally intense cardio minutes per week. (Cycling, Elliptical, Walking, Running, Incline Treadmill, Aerobic Classic, etc.) Not so intense you do not want to do it the next day but intense enough to keep you shredding.

3. Strength Training - Those of you with gym memberships I would suggest 2-3 days per week weight lifting 8-10 exercises done for 3 sets of 12-20 repetitions. If you don't have a gym membership some dumbbells a yoga mat and a stability ball or medicine ball goes a long way. I will be posting some circuits to try as well.

4. Eat the Rainbow- No excuses if you don't like vegetables learn to blend them and drink as a smoothie. You should be eating a minimum of 2 fruits and 3-5 vegetables daily preferably of different Colors, because different colors adds different vitamins and minerals. Fruit is best eaten about 1 hour pre-workout and avoided the rest of the day due to high sugar content when trying to lose weight.

5. Weight Yourself - Only once per week Friday Mornings after using the restroom on the same scale with as little clothing as possible for accurate results.

6. Measurements - Waist around belly button with stomach released not sucked in and Hips widest point all the way around. Take these measurements now and every 4 weeks and post them back on the page.

7. Protein - Protein will help build muscle but remember you do not need to go crazy I would follow the recommendations on my fitness pal and perhaps go slightly over daily not under.

8. Carbohydrates- First 3 meals of the day mainly. Choose whole grains and non-refined (oatmeal, rice, quinoa, beans, vegetables, 100% whole grain bread up to 2 slices daily, low sodium couscous, etc.)

9. Fats - Avocados, Olive Oil, Nuts, Almond Milk, Coconut milk, you need fat to lose fat but be mindful of the calories.

10. Supplements - Not a big advocate if you want to do a protein shake post workout let me know and I can recommend some products. Also meal replacement protein bars I know some good ones. As far as vitamins and creatine and all that you don't need them unless you want to take them as long as you are following the fruit and vegetable protocol outlined above.

11. Motivation - The more people you have on board in your family and friends the better your results will be. Also having someone to walk run or elliptical with will make that 30-45 minutes roll on by quickly.

12. Sodium - Make sure you are staying under what MFP recommends this can be difficult but it can be done!!

13. Meals - I would say eat 3 moderate meals and 2 small snacks daily to keep metabolism up. Limit carbs within 3 hours of Bed.

14. Sleep - Come hell or high water 7-8 hours of sleep a night MAKE IT HAPPEN. Your body recovers while you sleep muscles are not made in the gym they are MADE IN BED AND IN THE KITCHEN.

15. Stretching - Look up full body stretching and do some quick 30 second stretches for each muscle group after each session to prevent injuries and provide Flexibility.

That is your starting point. Go get it I welcome questions and I look forward to helping you all reach your goals. Please Comment your name your starting weight, hips and waist measurements if comfortable sharing and goal weights on the message board. This is going to be fun! We will all be amazing come JUNE!! Go get it Friends!!

alisadee

I'm in 20 lbs to lose by the summer

Emmielia

I would love to join in and lose around 20-25lbs in 12 weeks for mine and my SO anniversary!