What are your diet and fitness goals during this challenge?
thom2369
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My goals are:
1. Learn weightlifting finally!
2. Go to performance spin class
3. Jog on the treadmill
4. Eat smaller portions
5. Avoid unhealthy foods
6. Avoid alcohol
1. Learn weightlifting finally!
2. Go to performance spin class
3. Jog on the treadmill
4. Eat smaller portions
5. Avoid unhealthy foods
6. Avoid alcohol
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I slacked on fitness so I am looking forward to being active at least twice a week for 40 minutes.0
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I have gained about 8 kg during the last year. And my wedding is next february so, I definately have to lose some weight!
I actually already started my diet three weeks ago and I am happy to see some results.
my goals are:
- excersice minimum 5 days a week ( strenght & cardio)
- build muscles and lose fat simultaneously.
- eat less carbs
- eat more protein
- avoid cake and junk foods.
- limit alcohol consumption
- learn counting calories ( my fitness pal helps alot)
- I bought a jeans size 38 two months ago, which is two-size smaller than my current jeans size. My goal is to wear them and feel sexy wearing them by januray ^_^0 -
I am in an unusual situation. I am married and my husband is incarcerated until next May. I had a baby 10 months ago. As of 2 weeks ago, I am working from home until April. Up until now, I've had to juggle being a first time mom with moving and working full time and dealing with everything else thrown at me in between. My main goal is to not give up on myself and stop making excuses. If I miss a work out or eat later than I would like, or anything from everyday life comes at me, I need to keep going. I want to really start paying more attention to nutrition facts and serving sizes. I want to work out at least 30 minutes a day five days per week. I'm ready to get this baby weight off!0
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heather82313 wrote: »I am in an unusual situation. I am married and my husband is incarcerated until next May. I had a baby 10 months ago. As of 2 weeks ago, I am working from home until April. Up until now, I've had to juggle being a first time mom with moving and working full time and dealing with everything else thrown at me in between. My main goal is to not give up on myself and stop making excuses. If I miss a work out or eat later than I would like, or anything from everyday life comes at me, I need to keep going. I want to really start paying more attention to nutrition facts and serving sizes. I want to work out at least 30 minutes a day five days per week. I'm ready to get this baby weight off!
I think its a great idea to focus on your health for you and your family. Hope that this group can be of some support for you during the next winter months. Do not give up! We all make excuses and I almost did yesterday my first day at the gym but I went there and had a good time.0 -
For me...
I'd like to lose weight (obviously)
I'd like to weight lift 3 times each week
I'd like to work to increase my daily steps (via Fitbit)
I'd like to drastically decrease white carbs and sugar (just got a pre-diabetes warning from doctor)
I'd like to decrease my body fat percentage and my measurements.
Mostly, I really want to stick with a program!!! I believe I have some medical issues that are making it more difficult to lose weight. I want to stop getting frustrated and then giving up.
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Exercise 10x per week.
Weights at least 1x per week.
Intense cardio at least 1x per week.
Try the 21 day primal challenge!0 -
Wow! So many wonderful goals. Mine aren't as extreme I guess. My goals:
-Exercise at least 3x week for 30 mins. I work 12hr shifts 3x week on foot so I don't have much time after work.
-Eat some type of fruit AND vegetable every day. Hopefully more than 1 & 1 right
-Decrease my body fat % by 5% and increase muscle.
-Be able to jog for 20 mins straight (this is the hardest for me).
-Stay under my calorie limit.
-Lose 15 lbs of course
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Everyone's goals are personal and unique so I think any kind of goal is a great one that we can help each other achieve together! I just did my second performance spin class last night and learned how to do squats with the assisted weightlifting bar. (The one that is not totally free standing but offers some stability)0
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I wish I had the nerve to go to a gym! I'm too out of shape to even think about going haha. I'd have to lose the weight first then go to the gym to build muscle after, once I don't look so fat lol.0
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I wish I had the nerve to go to a gym! I'm too out of shape to even think about going haha. I'd have to lose the weight first then go to the gym to build muscle after, once I don't look so fat lol.
I still get it I think! I live in Korea so I have to go the gym with only Koreans and I am the only foreigner who is going there right now. The last two days I almost didn't go because I felt so nervous. But I am "faking" the confidence and trying to pretend like I am a bad*** gym goer and exerciser....
Go ahead and lose some inital weight through diet and taking walks and stretching out at home! Build up that confidence to walk into the gym or exercise class. But there is still a lot you can do just on your own in your own privacy too I think.0 -
My goals are:
1) Lose 15 lbs.
2) Get the splits
3) Squat my body weight
4) Do a hand stand0 -
I wish I had the nerve to go to a gym! I'm too out of shape to even think about going haha. I'd have to lose the weight first then go to the gym to build muscle after, once I don't look so fat lol.
In my experience, people are so focused on their own workout that they couldn't care less what anyone else is doing. I know that I personally pay no attention to anyone else while I'm working out. You should give it a try and see how it goes
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CHALLENGE GOALS
1. Work out 4-5 times a week
2. Finish C25K/start training for a 5K
3. Start strength training (currently only doing cardio)
4. Start doing yoga again
5. Eat more fruits + veggies
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I'm so glad I found this group - it's exactly what I've been needing!
Goals:
1. Work back into working out regularly - I was crossfitting 5x/week until I broke my foot (not at crossfit) and was on crutches for a month. I just graduated from crutches to a boot, and will hopefully get cleared to start working out again next week. Fingers crossed!
2. Cut out most/all sugar - my goal is to have it only at events. I want it to be a treat, not a regular occurrence.
3. Generally maintain a mostly paleo diet. I don't want to be super hardcore strict, but I find I feel better when I follow this diet somewhat.
4. No mindless snacking/no eating after 8 PM. This is my biggest pitfall right now!0 -
Madison_LH wrote: »I'm so glad I found this group - it's exactly what I've been needing!
Goals:
1. Work back into working out regularly - I was crossfitting 5x/week until I broke my foot (not at crossfit) and was on crutches for a month. I just graduated from crutches to a boot, and will hopefully get cleared to start working out again next week. Fingers crossed!
2. Cut out most/all sugar - my goal is to have it only at events. I want it to be a treat, not a regular occurrence.
3. Generally maintain a mostly paleo diet. I don't want to be super hardcore strict, but I find I feel better when I follow this diet somewhat.
4. No mindless snacking/no eating after 8 PM. This is my biggest pitfall right now!
Ughh I am definitely feeling some of those struggles! I have started eating less and healthier about a week ago but the last few days since I started working out a bit two I have had incredible cravings for sugar and fat! I gave in some yesterday and had bread with butter and some candy but I am hoping as time goes by the cravings will decrease. I want to slowly move to a meat/fish and veggies diet when it comes to dinners. Trying the no eating after 8 pm too but I have worked out kind of late this week and ate at 10 pm both times.
It takes time and effort to change our habits! Let's keep going slowly until we get to a good place where we want to be (hopefully without cravings)0 -
I wish I had the nerve to go to a gym! I'm too out of shape to even think about going haha. I'd have to lose the weight first then go to the gym to build muscle after, once I don't look so fat lol.
I was reading that jump rope is one of the best, highest calorie burning exercise that you can do! No gym needed!
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In the next twelve weeks or so, I'd like to:
- be consistent in my food tracking
- decrease body fat and maintain muscle
- lift 4 times a week
- bring back some clothes that have gotten a bit tight!
- look super hot for my first Valentine's Day date with husband
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In the next twelve weeks or so, I'd like to:
- be consistent in my food tracking
- decrease body fat and maintain muscle
- lift 4 times a week
- bring back some clothes that have gotten a bit tight!
- look super hot for my first Valentine's Day date with husband
Sounds like a great plan! Hope we can all stick together over the next several weeks.0 -
I also have a nice Dance performance on New years eve with some smaller outfits so the pressure is on!
My goals are:
1) Loose weight the new year performance
2) Feel more active in class and life in general
3) Prepare for dance battle in February
4) Lower sugar levels
5) Tone legs and stomach
6) Develop flexibility
7) Do Yoga (can't afford classes but can do at home)
8) Feel safe and confident for being outdoors on my own.
9) Being able to enjoy a walk/hike.
10) Be able to run to the mountains if I need to.
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1. Log daily
2. Sleep at least 7 hours/night
3. No highly processed foods
4. Be active/exercise 5 days/week0 -
My goals:
-get to the gym 4x a week
-do cardio at least 8x a week
-get my steps in
-try to menu plan and bring healthy food with me to work instead of grabbing what's convenient
-drop fat% (and if that drops my weight too, bonus!)0 -
I'm coming out of years of extreme dieting combined with extreme exercise to get ready for bikini competitions. I need support and encouragement to not do that but instead to eat balanced & healthy while exercising a healthy amount. It's a difficult lifestyle to leave but it was very unhealthy and confining. I've never eaten balanced while exercising normally which means I have no idea what my ideal body weight or measurements are. I would like to learn what they are. I'm 5' 10" tall and weigh somewhere around 180 wearing a size 10. I think my ideal weight is 170 because my last competition I weighed about 159. Thank you for this challenge.0
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I weigh 168.7 lbs today and I would like to weigh 159 lbs. or under.
My goals are:
Starting Dec. 1st my plan is to do the 21 day fix workout program and eating plan every single day for the whole 21 days.
I want to starting Dec. 1st only eat out once a week.
Keep using my fitbit and try and get 10,000 steps a day.
To only weigh in once a week and to get on the scale only once a week.
Can't wait to get started with this challenge group!
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I am getting married in May, so I have that reason to lose weight, but I really just want a healthier life style I general! My goals are to lose 15 pounds, but ina sustainable way!
1. Lose 15 pounds
2. Exercise 3-4 X/week
3. Limit alcohol consumption
4. Avoid refined sugars
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I'm in my last two weeks of a 0 to 5K running program. I now am running for around 30 minutes four times a week, and also walk a few days a week, however I need to ensure I am doing more stretches, aerobics etc. That is my goal for the next several weeks!
As far as eating is concerned, I need to reduce my sugar intake!! I have been making these incredible chia seed balls for pre-running sustenance, but other than that I need to keep away from sugar!!!0 -
That said, I am booked into a six course degustation dinner this Saturday night (we've been waiting for months for this reservation), so I am just going to make that my cheat day and ensure I run both Saturday and Sunday.0
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Hey, everyone! My goals for this challenge are:
1. lift at least 2 days/week
2. box at least 2 days/week
3. drink more water
4. eat less sugar - not easy at all, because I am a true chocoholic
5. eat less processed foods - there is just too much delicious vegan junk food out there!
6. see my abs again!!
7. bonus: maybe do my first ever pull-up by Valentines day
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Hello everyone!
I just joined MFP today, after being a long time Spark People user but I really needed a change. After exploring a bunch of sites, I decided on MFP. I love the site am thrilled about this challenge! Losing the last fifteen pounds is exactly my goal.
Other goals:
1. To manage stress-induced overeating by practicing mindful eating
2. To get into a gentle exercise routine - I've set a very low bar at just 10 minutes a day, 7 days a week initially and to gradually increase from there to longer sessions spread over 4-5 days/week
3. To approach this goal every day as a form of soul-care and self-care so that I might love my body and more passionately embrace the journey towards even better health.
Wishing you all the best!0 -
I have another, 4th goal! To increase my protein because I eat so many fresh fruits and vegetables that I have neglected protein. It helped me drop over 50 pounds and I've kept it off for more than two years now, but at this stage I want to aim for greater balance.0
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Hello everyone!
I just joined MFP today, after being a long time Spark People user but I really needed a change. After exploring a bunch of sites, I decided on MFP. I love the site am thrilled about this challenge! Losing the last fifteen pounds is exactly my goal.
Other goals:
1. To manage stress-induced overeating by practicing mindful eating
2. To get into a gentle exercise routine - I've set a very low bar at just 10 minutes a day, 7 days a week initially and to gradually increase from there to longer sessions spread over 4-5 days/week
3. To approach this goal every day as a form of soul-care and self-care so that I might love my body and more passionately embrace the journey towards even better health.
Wishing you all the best!
Sounds great glad you are here. I tried that website before but I couldn't get into it. Finally I found MFP and somehow it really worked. After a year and half break and the weight gain that followed i am happy to be back here. I love your goals of starting your goals gently. Approach your 10 minutes of exercise as your "body healing" or "soul care" seems like a wonderful and mindful way to go about it.0
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