My Challenge For Me : )

calpeachmfp
calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
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I am doing a 110 story 911 Fireman's Climb in 26 days.
I am pledging to eat only healthy food and stay within my caloric guidelines.
I am pledging to eat nothing after dinner, except for some clean protein, if needed.
I am pledging to workout in the AM, and use the treadmill for HIIT workouts at night.
I believe in myself.
I trust myself.
I love myself. <3
I shall prevail! : )

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  • brandon_2A
    brandon_2A Posts: 35
    That's intense....but sounds awesome.
  • Susan111222
    Susan111222 Posts: 32 Member
    You can do it good on you :) good luck
  • KarlaH9801
    KarlaH9801 Posts: 362 Member
    You know what, if you can stick to it, you are a SuperHero! And a hero regardless. Firefighters are true heroes! P.S., just give yourself one 'cheat' day. You deserve it!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Thanks, brandon, Susan, and queenie!
    I wish you guys wellness and happiness, too!
    This is my first time starting a topic and I'm fairly new to MFP . . . this is SO cool to be able to post something and, like magic, people respond in an encouraging fashion! Gotta love it! : )
    I've read before that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is to follow these five guidelines:
    1. Plan Ahead
    2. Eat Breakfast
    3. Exercise
    4. Get Support
    5. Set Goals
    I have always done 1, 2, 3, and 5, but didn't really know where to go get support . . . well, yahoo! Here it is!.
    Being accountable to an outside source is crucial, I think.
    Good luck to all of you, too, and thanks again for your nice responses!
    Day 2 is lookin' good!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Day 3 and feelin' great!
    I LOVE the feeling of waking up and not saying, "Crap, I can't believe I ate that last night!"
    This community if GREAT!
    Thanks to MyFitnessPal & all you great folks!
    I wish you all wellness and health!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Day 4 and I am off to exercise right now!
    Been busy creating business cards . . . very fun.
    But it's time to MOVE . . . all the sitting makes me batty!
    Stay well, All!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Very proud right now!
    Volunteered last night @ a charity function where I was a food server, of all things! At the end of the night I wrestled with my conscience about having the gelato or not . . . I won in all ways! I didn't eat it, and woke this AM feeling so happy I followed through with my intentions.
    Before I went, I reminded myself of my nutrition goals, and I stuck by them.
    Day 6 should prove to be a good one . . . I don't have to live with the remorse and guilt of breaking a promise to myself . . .
    I think I just got stronger! : )
  • diadia1
    diadia1 Posts: 223 Member
    hey good job .keep up.
    you have your mind set for a goal and that's good.
    but be sure not to get tired or bored too fast.
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Good observation, Diadia1!
    I said I was going to work out twice a day, and I have only done that a few times. Life happens! I am a teacher and go back to work on Friday, so I am jammin' trying to get myself all set. But I am getting in the one work out per day. In fact, I am about to go do that right now . . . and it's 11:20 PM here. : )
    I am happy about my food, though, clean as a whistle!
    Hope you are doing well, too!
    Lynne
  • prgirl39
    prgirl39 Posts: 108
    Great job! Keep up the good work! Thanks for sharing!
  • SquishyVicki
    SquishyVicki Posts: 280 Member
    Great work and keep it up!!
    It's amazing what we can achieve with some willpower and motivation! :smile:
  • nino07110922
    nino07110922 Posts: 2,149
    @Cal - this is incredible and you're remarkable! I'll be checking in regularly to check your progress, be supportive & just generally be awe-inspired by commitment to your goal and your positive attitude!!!!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    @ prgirl,
    Thx, I appreciate the thumbs up! I see you have lost 14 lbs . . . way to go!
    It's all about the consistency, isn't it?
    I am now on Day 7, feeling great!

    @ SquishyVicki,
    Thank you for your note!
    Good luck to you, too!

    @ nino,
    I appreciate your support! 20 days until my climb! : )
    My best to you, too!
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Woohoo! Day 9 and goin' strong! It is amazing what a deadline will do you. And one that is not too far in the future. I have to remember to keep breaking my goals down into smaller chunks, celebrate those little victories, and keep moving forward.
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Day 10! Made a plan for the day ~ goin' to Sea World!
    Packed my lunch and snacks. Not gonna eat ANY of their junk!
    Gotta love the prep! Keeps me on track.
    Stay well, All! : )
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Finishing off my 13th day . . . AND 13 more days to my climb! I am thrilled at how strong I have been . . . I think the meditation is really paying off. I'm kind of a hyper sort, and it has such a calming effect on me. I'm a little shocked, quite frankly! The biggest challenge of my life has been my eating. So I'm gonna keep this going! In fact, I will probably begin meditating 2x/day. It's only 10 or 15 minutes at a time, and the advantages really seem to be showing up! Have a great week, All! : )
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    So I had a streak of 14 days going, then I fell off pretty badly for one day (nutritionally, that is). But the next day I was WAY better. And today . . . perfect eating. My exercise stayed good all the way through, though! Yay!
    Tonight I may hit the treadmill . . . just to make it a little more equal. : )
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Good day today! 4 days 'till my climb . . . my exercise is making me stronger . . . my eating has slowed my weight loss.
    Tonight I regain my nutritional goals! : )
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Woohoo!!!
    The climb is tomorrow!
    Did not hit my goal weight, but made progress . . .
    I will renew my goals on Monday! : )
  • cjohn2278
    cjohn2278 Posts: 65 Member
    Good luck on your climb tomorrow!!!
  • rsemsem
    rsemsem Posts: 63
    good luck, one step at a time and don't look up
  • Jcsmith5210
    Jcsmith5210 Posts: 150 Member
    Good luck for tomorrow
  • calpeachmfp
    calpeachmfp Posts: 57 Member
    Thx for the good wishes, All!
    It is Tuesday the 10th and the climb on Sunday the 8th went great!!! I climbed 1,875 steps . . . 90 floors!
    I was waiting for the 2nd day (today) to feel any soreness, but have had none! Guess my training paid off!
    It was a terrific experience and I encourage everybody to give it a go! Such a great cause . . .
    Firefighters Rock!

    Now . . . onto a new goal to accomplish!
    Best to all,
    Lynne

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