What's on your mind today?
RangerRickL
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How are you doing with this month's challenge?
Here's where you can share what's on your mind. Recipes, ideas, workouts, anything that you think might be helpful to others.
Maybe, you've tried something that has worked for you in the past and would like to share it with the group. Maybe, you have a NSV (Non Scale Victory) that you would like to share with the group. Anything that you feel comfortable sharing or anything that you feel comfortable asking the group with help....this is the place to come.
The GOOD!! What NSV did you have this week!!
The BAD!! So what....you ate the whole thing!!
The UGLY!! That darn scale went through the window this week....it deserved it too!!
What's on your mind today??
Here's where you can share what's on your mind. Recipes, ideas, workouts, anything that you think might be helpful to others.
Maybe, you've tried something that has worked for you in the past and would like to share it with the group. Maybe, you have a NSV (Non Scale Victory) that you would like to share with the group. Anything that you feel comfortable sharing or anything that you feel comfortable asking the group with help....this is the place to come.
The GOOD!! What NSV did you have this week!!
The BAD!! So what....you ate the whole thing!!
The UGLY!! That darn scale went through the window this week....it deserved it too!!
What's on your mind today??
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I'm going back to an old "rule" that really helped me get down to a good weight. I've been getting sloppy about it and will add out to my personal goals in this challenge.
No shower goes unearned.
If I don't exercise I don't shower. Of course in this challenge I have to exercise anyhow, but earning a shower takes some good sweat. Try it if you want to!2 -
This is my month! I am going to get back on track, and while I don't have any rules to keep my going, I am going to back to my old strategy.
1. No cokes, no fried foods (save shrimp cooked in my air fryer), no candy, no trips to the snack machine.
2. At least 30 mins of cardio 2 days on, 1 day off. I know to meet the UAC I need to have 20 mins everyday, so I'm going to fill the day off with Yoga, stretching, or running around with my son.
3. I want to go back to my 15 mins workouts during lunch.
4. I want to meet my goal of 10,000+ steps a day, which means getting up and walking around more. I have a sedentary job that often keeps me desk bound, but I have enough flexibility here that no one raises an eye brown if I go for a quick 5 min walk around the building.
I also want to add not to exceed my calories per day, regardless of how many calories I burn during a workout. I'm not into extreme fitness, so I don't feel the need to eat any more than my daily goal.3 -
My goal this month, in addition to those of this group, is to be as close to whole food plant based as I can! I’m really looking forward to getting to “know” you all!3
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Sometimes I wish I’d put on my heart rate monitor before starting my cleaning mission! I’m not talking weekly normal chores here... more like an epic spring clean (except its mid summer in my part of the world).2
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1. I'm doing great on no candy and no snack machine trips; not so great on no cokes or fried food. I had chicken strips once.
2. So pretty good. So far I've done 18 mins of cardio and 13 mins of walking.
3. Got my first one done today!
4. Got this one done, too. Sunday was a poor day of steps, but every other day before was over 10,000.2 -
Hi,
Do any of you use a Heart Rate Monitor ? Actually my fitbit stopped working in warranty and so I am getting a chance to buy a new one. Some of them include a heart rate monitor, but I am not sure if it is needed or what are the benefits. I read a lot on mfp and elsewhere and there seem to be different opinions. Are any of you using one ? Do you find it useful ?0 -
I use a Gamin Vivoactive and I love it. Had it for 1.5 years now with Zero issues! USB port to recharge... which I do maybe once per week. This brand does not track swimming. But it even tracks golf...of all things. I fiind the HR monitor which is a wrist monitor very accurate. I got a foot pod for accuracy when running and have synced it with the vivoactive.0
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I just want to communicate how pleased I am that everyone in the UAC Challenge is focused and participates in the MFP forum for legitimate reasons. Thank you to everyone in our group who is committed to living a healthy life. Each and every one of you is very much appreciated; and I support you daily for your dedication to the challenge. I am fortunate to be in such good company!6
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@w8goal4life what a lovely supportive post to read on a damp and dismal Sunday morning - thank you! Hope you have a great day.2
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It is true - this is one of the rare times I have found a group of reasonable size and equally reasonable posts. Thanks for reminding us how important that is, @w8goal4life !2
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I can’t believe I haven’t had pizza in almost 2 months. I was addicted!! Do you hear me?!?! I had a pizza and 2liter like 2x a week!!!4
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So many here in New Mexico have the flu . I am trying so hard not to get it by washing my hands and trying to stay clear of sick people. But, I did get a sinus infection and my asthma flared up. I am working to continue to exercise moderately to lightly and am trying to stay in the pool because I have a competition coming up on 2/24/18...that is next Saturday! URGH. I have a 1,000 meter workout scheduled this am, but I doubt I can do that....will do what I can...and call that good.5
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I have lost 22.3lbs since the beginning of the year3
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I have lost 22.3lbs since the beginning of the year
@drea2011 You are making splendid progress in such a short time! Be sure to love who you are each and every day, even if there are days with no noticeable changes. Just as a side note, I never referred to my program as a "diet" even when the goal was to lose weight. It was always my "nutrition plan" with an emphasis on the positive. "Diet" is just another 4-letter word I choose not to have in my vocabulary. My preference for UAC is that it emphasizes calories (regardless of whether you need less or, in some cases, more), exercise, and tracking (which I need to stay focused).
Congrats on your accomplishments. You should be very proud!2 -
Thank you so much!
this time I have really focused on meal prepping so I am always prepared. I have gone vegan as well before that I was vegetarian, so he only thing I cut was cheese, butter and yogurt. I use silk products as my dairy.w8goal4life wrote: »I have lost 22.3lbs since the beginning of the year
@drea2011 You are making splendid progress in such a short time! Be sure to love who you are each and every day, even if there are days with no noticeable changes. Just as a side note, I never referred to my program as a "diet" even when the goal was to lose weight. It was always my "nutrition plan" with an emphasis on the positive. "Diet" is just another 4-letter word I choose not to have in my vocabulary. My preference for UAC is that it emphasizes calories (regardless of whether you need less or, in some cases, more), exercise, and tracking (which I need to stay focused).
Congrats on your accomplishments. You should be very proud!
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Just want to say you guys are all very inspiring! I am not good with discipline (well, other things YES, but not taking care of myself). Learning to put myself first... just did two workday lunch for my hubby and I: Thai Basil Eggplant and Ma Po Tofu with Eggplant, with a cup of cooked rice (this time, I really measured it!!!)
It’s a working process, with ups and downs, but I am working on housekeeping, decluttering and simplifying, along with being more active and eating right! Love this group of positive mindset! Thank you!!!3 -
This month I have found myself tempted to just take another pass day so I can have that biscuit or wine... then I get determined to be in the winners circle, so I reconsider my options, and manage to avoid it. 9 days to go
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At Ranger Rick's power of suggestion, I succumbed to a waffle this morning! Careful tracking and exercise have been the order for the rest of the day. Must be a good day for soups...as I made a low calorie cauliflower soup which is great for when I've started out with a high calorie breakfast. So...guess what I had for lunch? Also made a chicken rice soup for dinner...so SOUP'S ON!3
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Tomorrow begins the final 7 days for the February challenge. My continued best wishes are extended to each and every one of you. You should be proud of your accomplishments so far this month, even if you've used all of your pass days. The important thing is for the energizer bunny to stay in for the logging and tracking even when the winner's circle is no longer the target.
Thank you for your continued participation. I am blessed to be in such good company!
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@w8goal4life The important thing is for the energizer bunny to stay in for the logging and tracking even when the winner's circle is no longer the target.
I totally agree with you. It is a wonderful feeling.2
