Goals for September (maybe find some friends!)

figureitout87
figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
in Motivation and Support
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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    My goals are to watch my sodium intake, drink more water, and finish the couch to 5k program! :)
  • mccokat
    mccokat Posts: 130 Member
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    You all have great goals!!
  • Maby1987
    Maby1987 Posts: 27 Member
    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: 41,865 Member
    Metric century in late Sept in preparation for my century in October.
  • whitehammer941
    whitehammer941 Posts: 28 Member
    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
  • sadrina1986
    sadrina1986 Posts: 30 Member
    My goals are:
    1. Gym at least 5 days/week.
    2. Eat clean and no sweets
    3. Join cash only challenge for at least two weeks.

  • dahlia1015
    dahlia1015 Posts: 14 Member
    My goals are:

    1. Drink more water
    2. Drink less sodas
    3. Walk and run every day

    Not much but have to start somewhere!
  • ScotsLass78
    ScotsLass78 Posts: 248 Member
    Great goals so far everyone! :smile:

    I've spent the last couple of months working hard Monday to Friday, only to ruin it at the weekends so my goals are:

    1. Cut out alcohol
    2. Walk 10k steps every day (on average)
    3. Honest logging every day (I often don't log weekends!)

    Good luck everyone!
    Sharon

  • sherrirollins4
    sherrirollins4 Posts: 122 Member
    September goals:
    Drink more water.
    10,000 steps per day.
    Meal planning and prep.
    Take time for meditation daily.
    Doing random acts of kindness!

    Have a great month ya'll!
  • tcay584
    tcay584 Posts: 55 Member
    #1: Stop ruining a good week with a mindless weekend! Vkr2q7 said the same thing above and this is going to be my big goal: To plan weekend meals and log food and exercise just like during the week.
    #2: Exercise at least 4 times per week for at least 30 minutes.
    #3: Significantly reduce carb intake. I'm not low carb crazy, but I need to get better at resisting bread...which leads to butter....or leads to olive oil and herbs.....or leads to cheese....Aargh!
  • dariavela
    dariavela Posts: 4 Member
    1. Stop eating after 8 pm (I get insane cravings around 10 pm)
    2. 15500 steps a day
    3. Track my food for the full month


    Does anyone else struggle with late night cravings?
    I could really use some people to keep me motivated :)
  • figureitout87
    figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
    If anyone with step goals uses FitBit, add me as a friend and we can do some step challenges! https://www.fitbit.com/user/4W6W88
  • figureitout87
    figureitout87 Posts: 126 Member
    dariavela wrote: »
    Does anyone else struggle with late night cravings?

    I struggle with random cravings and giving into those cravings. I find tea really helps. There is also the strategy of keeping apples on hand, and when you get cravings just ask yourself if you eat an apple. If you're not truly hungry, you probably won't eat it. Poor apples.


  • alwaysdance
    alwaysdance Posts: 20 Member
    Hi everyone,

    This is a great post. In the past I've had a 'go big or go home' mentality to weight loss. It worked well in the beginning, but the weight never stayed off. It was too big a lifestyle change too quickly. The weight always came back with a few extra pounds for company. This time I'm focused on small changes that I can make part of my life. That said, here are my September small changes:

    1) limit of 3 units of alcohol per week
    2) take my lunch to work 3 days per week
    3) burn a minimum of 1200 calories per week in exercise.

    Wish me luck!
  • Bloomingin30
    Bloomingin30 Posts: 11 Member
    Would like to connect with other ladies trying to lose weight and get into shape. Adds welcome! :) (58-78lb goal)

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