WAISTING A-WEIGH - AUGUST TEAM CHALLENGE ((CLOSED GROUP))

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  • ashkas2
    ashkas2 Posts: 32
    How do we get the parrot? I copied the one hotmess put up but it was the scale.
  • Shiloh101
    Shiloh101 Posts: 25 Member
    Okay, I think I lost my first response. Apparently I'm not to good at this. I completed circuit training and 30 minutes on the treadmill this morning. Will complete the jumping jacks after work. Have completed the 64 ounces of water. Very excited about being in this challenge and will try to attach the parrot signature next. My weight as of 7/31/11 was 144. I was up two from when I posted first. My goal is to lose 5 lbs in August.

    Shiloh
  • bubblesburst80
    bubblesburst80 Posts: 1,130 Member
    BEGINNING WEIGH IN: 216.5
    MONDAY: under calorie, 100 jacks done 64+ water
    TUESDAY:
    WEDNESDAY:
    THURSDAY:
    FRIDAY:
    SATURDAY:
    UNDER CALORIES EVERY DAY: 1/6
    LOGGED 64+ OZ. OF WATER EVERY DAY: 1/6
    ENDING WEIGH IN: XXX
  • catniss
    catniss Posts: 326 Member
    I don't know what I'm doing wrong--I do the standard copy and paste, but I can't get the parrot on my signature and I can't find the blog--any suggestions as to what to try next???

    Got the 100 jumping jacks done--can you believe that, according to my HRM, it only burns 17 cals?? I would have thought it would more....oh well....drank the water and then some and got my regular workout in.

    I am so motivated by this challenge!!
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    Copy and paste this: waistinaweighsignature-1.png

    Make the IMG lower case and you will have your signature.
  • dajm456
    dajm456 Posts: 14
    Just finished my jumping jacks on top of 30ds and elliptical! Drank well over 64oz. Probably bc it is soooo hot! Our air is broken and it's august in chicago! yuck! ;( That probably has something to do with why I caved and had a little ice cream today also! But I stayed well within my calorie goal thanks to all the exercise! Hopefully tomorrow is just as good! Keep up the awesome work everybody!!
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    August in Chicago? I'll trade you for August in Florida. It's ok to indulge on a little something as long as you stay within your calorie limit! :) Great job everyone!!
  • bubblesburst80
    bubblesburst80 Posts: 1,130 Member
    today i try the leslie sansone 5 mile walk, i have only got as far as the 4 so far so that will be my extra mile!

    good luck everyone
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    I'm very excited about the enthusiasm and motivation we have going here!!! Also, it seems like everyone is taking a liking to the blog posting in addition to the forum posting. If you ladies can think of another way to make this easier, let me know and I'll give it a try!!!

    TODAY: WALK/JOG/RUN ONE MILE IN ADDITION TO YOUR REGULAR EXERCISE ROUTINE.

    I have things to do after work today so I hope I can find the time. I usually do a mile on the treadmill and maybe a mile on the elliptical. Today I will push for treadmill 5k (3.1 miles)! This may be a little more challenging and time consuming than our jumping jacks but we can do this!!!

    Also, don't forget about NOT going over your calories and logging AT LEAST 64 (8 glasses) of water!!

    Let's do it! :)
  • bubblesburst80
    bubblesburst80 Posts: 1,130 Member
    i've done a two mile workout this morning and will get a 3 done later today, i just don't have the time to do all 5 in one go!

    i have already had my 8 glasses but will be having lots more, here's to staying under calorie too
  • MiriF
    MiriF Posts: 21 Member
    I love the blog idea, Jill!

    My biggest struggle yesterday was getting in my water - I barely made the total. Hopefully today's water intake will be easier.

    Looking forward to today's challenge item. I've planned to walk the extra mile but I might just run it instead!!
  • shevyface
    shevyface Posts: 46
    Fixing to do my one mile challenge! Then I have to do the Insanity workout. Probably going to feel really sore in the morning with that extra oompf being put in today. At least it'll all be worth it though! Good luck today team.

    My biggest struggle yesterday was getting in my water - I barely made the total. Hopefully today's water intake will be easier.


    Oh me too! I usually don't drink the right amount and it seemed like a lot, even if I sweat a major amount yesterday. Ew, I know lol. Today I've only gotten 8 oz's in so far, though it's still early. Drinking it cold and in a water bottle that has measurements on the side is helping though.
  • bubblesburst80
    bubblesburst80 Posts: 1,130 Member
    i only like drinking cold water too and always have 1 or 2 bottles either in the freezer or fridge, i use 1ltr buxton bottles with the sports lid, easy for out and about and exercising
  • catniss
    catniss Posts: 326 Member
    Got my 1 mile walk in this morning before it got too hot--the dog was happy about today's challenge. Already drank most of my water so that won't be a problem today. Abs and maybe elliptical today (although it's supposed to be my rest day). Good luck to the rest of my teammates!!! We can totally do this.
  • lhurtubise
    lhurtubise Posts: 693 Member
    I ran relay races with my kindergartners today! More than a mile done and 80 ozs of water so far today. I am shooting for 110 ozs! I try to drink half my body weight in water! Everyone is doing a great job! The challenge today was hard because the heat index is 108 in Atlanta! Ugh it's a breath taking heat! :-(
  • bubblesburst80
    bubblesburst80 Posts: 1,130 Member
    BEGINNING WEIGH IN: 216.5
    MONDAY: under calorie, 100 jacks done 64+ water
    TUESDAY:under calorie, 1 extra mile done, 64+ water I did 2 miles and other exercising, too humid to do my other 3
    WEDNESDAY:
    THURSDAY:
    FRIDAY:
    SATURDAY:
    UNDER CALORIES EVERY DAY: 2/6
    LOGGED 64+ OZ. OF WATER EVERY DAY: 2/6
    ENDING WEIGH IN: XXX
  • dkjohnson
    dkjohnson Posts: 41
    BEGINNING WEIGH IN: 218
    MONDAY: COMPLETED
    TUESDAY: COMPLETED
    WEDNESDAY: COMPLETED/NOT COMPLETED
    THURSDAY: COMPLETED/NOT COMPLETED
    FRIDAY: COMPLETED/NOT COMPLETED
    SATURDAY: COMPLETED/NOT COMPLETED
    UNDER CALORIES EVERY DAY: YES/NO
    LOGGED 64+ OZ. OF WATER EVERY DAY: YES/NO
    ENDING WEIGH IN: XXX
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    LADIES,
    YOU DON'T HAVE TO POST YOUR RESULTS EVERYDAY. JUST SEND THAT TO MY INBOX ON SUNDAY AFTER IT'S ALL COMPLETED!

    You are all doing an AMAZING job!!!!!!!!
  • MiriF
    MiriF Posts: 21 Member
    Today getting the water in was not a problem! I guess I just got a wicked late start yesterday. ;) Did not run that extra mile - just walked it, Ive had a long day. But it still counts!!
  • catniss
    catniss Posts: 326 Member
    This is such a quiet group!! Where is everyone??? How is the challenge going for you all? Let's start sharing...I'll go first.

    So far (and I know it's only 3 days in) this has been an amazing experience. I was having trouble staying within my calories and this challenge put the motivation back into me. I wake up looking forward to the challenges (in that bizarre exercise love-hate relationship way) and to deciding what I'll be eating and that feeling of being so proud of myself at the end of the day when I can click that button and see the green number.

    I don't expect that every day for the rest of the month will be so easy, but I sure love starting out this way! And when it comes time to ask for support and encouragement, I know that I can turn here and find it in droves--just as I'll be willing and waiting to do the same.

    Have a great day everyone--drink your water, do those sit-ups/crunches, enjoy what you eat and feel fantastic about yourself, knowing that you are doing this.
  • 3trees
    3trees Posts: 71 Member
    I ran relay races with my kindergartners today! More than a mile done and 80 ozs of water so far today. I am shooting for 110 ozs! I try to drink half my body weight in water! Everyone is doing a great job! The challenge today was hard because the heat index is 108 in Atlanta! Ugh it's a breath taking heat! :-(

    Wow! Nice job getting it done in the heat. I guess I shouldn't complain about 90's and high humidity in Ohio!
  • MiriF
    MiriF Posts: 21 Member
    I am also feeling motivated by the challenge - it came right after I joined so I had a couple days to get into the swing of things then I jumped right into the challenge. It's good because I'm not fighting my own complacency since this is sort of new to me, and that's great.

    I am wondering how I'll tackle some of the upcoming events this month - my MIL is getting married this weekend for example. And typically I just try to be sensible on those days but I don't usually track as it can be a PITA when you are not sure what you are really having. (IE: how much butter did the caterer use on these veggies? Etc) So this will be a challenge for me - tracking through these events AND trying not to go over!!
  • ashkas2
    ashkas2 Posts: 32
    Did my usual wii fit workout this morning (a short one though) then threw my baby girl in the stroller for a 20 min walk. Got it all done in time for work but somehow ran out of time for breakfast. Now I'm starving!!! and I need some protein! That's the greatest tip I've ever gotten from a trainer, make sure you have a protein rich snack or meal after your workout. Not only helps build muscle but it's also more filling because that's what your body is actually craving right then! woot!!! loving this team and this challenge!
  • ashkas2
    ashkas2 Posts: 32
    Did my usual wii fit workout this morning (a short one though) then threw my baby girl in the stroller for a 20 min walk. Got it all done in time for work but somehow ran out of time for breakfast. Now I'm starving!!! and I need some protein! That's the greatest tip I've ever gotten from a trainer, make sure you have a protein rich snack or meal after your workout. Not only helps build muscle but it's also more filling because that's what your body is actually craving right then! woot!!! loving this team and this challenge!
  • catniss
    catniss Posts: 326 Member
    So this will be a challenge for me - tracking through these events AND trying not to go over!!

    Don't forget to enjoy it!!! IMO, that's just as important as tracking everything.
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    I'm sorry I've been in and out. When I'm at work, I have no access to MFP. It's also that time of the month so I've been struggling with several things. I want to eat everything in sight... and particularly things that aren't good for me. I've been fatigued and having bad cramps. After working all day that KILLS my motivation to work out. I'll be much better next week!
  • Hoteffinmess
    Hoteffinmess Posts: 121
    We've successfully made it half way through week 1. GO TEAM!!! But it's not over yet! Thursday brings us an even greater challenge.

    40 up and downs... AHHH! What is an "up and down"? Glad you asked!
    Here's a video that breaks it down and shows you just how to do it.
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiIoXedx1qk&feature=youtu.be

    They are difficult to accomplish, but you only have to do 40!!! Do them in sets or all at once. They are a great workout! Keep up with the water and staying under your calorie goal. We've almost made it through the first week!

    GREAT JOB TEAM!!
  • ashkas2
    ashkas2 Posts: 32
    bump
  • 3trees
    3trees Posts: 71 Member
    Katniss, I really like the august challenge. It helps me stay in focus. My eating has definitely been good this week. It's been good to have an extra motivator to drink lots of water, too.

    I've been doing p90x for about 5 weeks which includes an ab routine 3 or more times a week with over 300 moves. So, for today's challenge I figure I'll go old school and do bent-knee sit ups with my feet lightly tucked under the couch. No problem? Actually, this morning I did 25 no problem, but was starting to lose it. I finished up tonight with another 25 and I could already feel soreness in my abs. I guess it's a slightly different exercise than the p90x moves. So, to my surprise, that was a good extra burn for the day. I also got in a solid 3 mile run.

    Jill, thanks so much for the video link on the blog to in and outs. My only comment is that in p90x when we do that move tony always says 'step or jump to a push-up position'. In otherwords, once you put your hands on the ground it's ok to step your legs back to plank position and then step them back to squat position before standing up. It you can do the move as shown, and jump to position, great. But if you can't, then modify to make it work. We can do this! :-) Oh, and if you've got super powers, you can throw a push-up in there for good measure (saw that on another up and down utube vid). Bwa ha ha!

    Keep it up team!
  • catniss
    catniss Posts: 326 Member
    How's this for dedication--at 4 o'clock my hubby suggested going out for dinner, so I checked my remaining calories--I had a decent amount left for dinner at home, but not for eating out--so, I jumped on the elliptical for 20 mins, gave myself an extra 181 cals, ate well (even had a beer!) had a snack after I got home and finished the day with 24 cals left.

    If it hadn't been for this challenge, I wouldn't have thrown in the extra workout, I would have eaten much more at the restaurant and then I would have come home and binged since I would have felt like I blew it.

    This is the best ever!!!
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