Goals for September (maybe find some friends!)

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figureitout87
figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
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Hey guys,

What are your goals for this September? I figured we could share and maybe if people have similar goals they can join forces!

Here are mine:
1. 30 days of no alcohol - I go to shows a lot, and most socialising revolves around drinking so this is going take determination. However, alcohol really irritates my stomach and it's terrible for weight loss so I'm giving it a go!
2. StepBet challange (4 days - 13,188 steps, 2 days - 17,144) - it's pretty much DietBet but with steps rather then a weight loss goal.
3. Pack my lunch for work - it's expensive, and my cafeteria serves garbage food. This is going to give me control over how I'm eating and save me a ton of money.
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  • Chilli7777
    Chilli7777 Posts: 112 Member
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    For me it will be to keep walking. I start week 6 tomorrow and havent once weighed myself or felt the need to eat food that has no nutrition (probably because Im now fuelling my body with what it needs), but my biggest issue is doing deliberate exercise rather than incidental like housework (which equates to just over 4000 steps for 45 minutes worth thanks to stairs). Yesterday my son and I went for a quick 20 minute walk so for September it will be to increase the amount of time daily. I dont calculate exercise into mfp as I don't want to eat them back and for now am feeling satisfied with my calorie allowance :smile:
  • figureitout87
    figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
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    Chilli7777 - you should check out StepBet! If you have a way to track your steps (there are a few options) it might be a great way to keep motivated on increasing your total daily steps. It's not based on who can do the most, but on your own personal progress.
  • lemonaid7
    lemonaid7 Posts: 156 Member
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    You all can do it!!

    My goals:
    Meal plan & pack work lunches
    Walk 10k steps a day
    Record my food in MFP
  • JeepsterBoi
    JeepsterBoi Posts: 1 Member
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    Alright, maybe if I write it out.....I will do it:

    My Goals for September:
    1. Log my food on MFP every day
    2. Exercise in some way 3 days a week
    3. Get more sleep
  • figureitout87
    figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
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    I've actually started to write down and track my goals in a journal. It's really satisfying to tick things off, or mark everyday as completed.
  • kwitherspoon19
    kwitherspoon19 Posts: 68 Member
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    My goals are to watch my sodium intake, drink more water, and finish the couch to 5k program! :)
  • mccokat
    mccokat Posts: 130 Member
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    Goals for September:
    1) Drink less pop and more water
    2) Get down to 185 by the end of the month
    3) Go running at least 3 times a week (it only has to be 2 km, so long as I get out there)
  • kristikitter
    kristikitter Posts: 602 Member
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    My September goals are (in theory) straightforward -

    1) HONEST LOGGING!!! I have started to weigh exactly and intend to do so until its second nature
    2) Drink enough water every day - I have downloaded the Plant Nanny app (ADORABLE and I recommend it) and so far my plant 'Cuppy' is growing well :)
    3) Bring my own, bread-free lunch to work every day. Bread messes with my energy levels and feeling of satiety.
  • markolusad
    markolusad Posts: 393 Member
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    My goals

    1) More intake of water.
    2) Eat healthy and fight my carving for junk food!!
    3) Work out daily.
    4) Plan proper sleep time.
    5) Should lose atleast 4 lbs this September!!!
  • 76thrasher
    76thrasher Posts: 46 Member
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    September will be month my 3rd month at MFP and I could certainly use some focus! My goals:
    1. Get a handle on my sodium intake
    2. Increase water to 96 oz
    3. Sustain running up to 3/4 mile
  • kimadm4
    kimadm4 Posts: 68 Member
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    Nice idea! Feel free to add me!
    1. Weigh every day but not get freaked out by the number
    2. Log everyday
    3. Alternate running with circuit training 4x week
  • NancyCaz61
    NancyCaz61 Posts: 136 Member
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    My goals for September:
    1. Reach 10,000 steps daily
    2. Get better at meal planning and prep
    3. Eat more veggies – plan one meatless meal each week
    4. Alternate cardio and strength training 5-6 times a week
    5. Lose 2.5 – 3lbs by the end of the month

    Anyone who would like to add me, please do! :)
  • NancyCaz61
    NancyCaz61 Posts: 136 Member
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    You all have great goals!!
  • Maby1987
    Maby1987 Posts: 27 Member
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    My main goal for September is exercise related. My IBS gets in the way a lot, but I've signed up to the British Heart Foundations 'MyMarathon'.
    It's to run 26.2miles in however long it takes you through September.
    I've raised nearly £200 for them so far

    And to log every day, with an open diary. No poiny hiding :)
  • cwolfman13
    cwolfman13 Posts: 41,874 Member
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    Metric century in late Sept in preparation for my century in October.
  • whitehammer941
    whitehammer941 Posts: 28 Member
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    My September Goals:
    *Lose 5lbs so that I am down to 183
    *Strength train 3-4 days a week
    *Cardio: Run 1 mile, Bike, Stair Climber 2-3 days a week for 30min
    *Get my water intake up to where it should be

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