Three Month Challenge- Who's With Me!?

bitabee
bitabee Posts: 209 Member
edited October 1 in Motivation and Support
Hey everyone! I am finding myself in serious need of motivation and accountability, so I thought I'd start a challenge group! All are welcome!
As summer comes to a close and fall begins, I am serious about getting healthy, stronger, and dropping the pounds that have crept up on me! This is the only body that I've got, and I want to take care of it! So, just reply to this thread if you want to join!

Some guideines:
-Weigh-ins will be on Mondays. I've found that this helps me, because I eat more carefully on the weekends, knowing I have to
weigh-in Monday am!
-Goals: set any goals you'd like! Whether it's to lose 1 pound a week, survive 30 Day Shred or to just get tone.
-This challenge will start today, and go through November 14. That way, when everyone sees you during the holidays, they can
see how fabulous you look! ; )

So, post your info as soon as possible, and I will start a spreadsheet highlighting everyone's goals and accomplishments! Oh, and be sure to add me as a friend! Check back here on this forum, this is where we'll post!
Can't wait to get started!!!

NAME: Elisabeth
AGE: 22
LIVE: Upstate NY
HEIGHT: 5'6''
START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 179.8
GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 156
START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope! Just try to stay away from white flour and white sugar...and calorie counting!
DIET GOALS: "Cleaner" eating...more raw foods, more antioxidants and powerfoods for my body. Eating in moderation!
EXERCISE GOALS: Run around without getting winded.
OTHER GOALS: Fit into a size 8 pair of J.Crew corduroys that I have! And to just be healthier...feeling sexier and stronger!
OTHER INTERESTS: Loving God, loving people! Also, Kayaking, cooking, baking, singing, playing piano, hiking and hanging out with my husband and family!
OCCUPATION: Registered Nurse (Labor and Delivery- so fun!)

Measurements: (It's SO awesome seeing progress!! We'll check in on these monthly.)
Bust: (right across nipples) 40 in.
Waist: 34 in
Navel-line: 40.5
Hips (widest part!): 43.5
Calves: R- 16in, L- 16in
Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 12.75in, L-12.75in
Thighs: (widest part!) R-24.5in, L-24.5in
Neck: 13.5in

p.s. please get measurements to me by Friday! And you can message me any of this info if you'd rather it be private!


Let's DO THIS!! ; )
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  • thedodgeruk
    thedodgeruk Posts: 132 Member
    can i do it even though im a male ?

    NAME: anthony
    AGE: 37
    LIVE: uk
    HEIGHT: 5'9''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 168.2
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
    START PANTS SIZE: 32 inch
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 28 inch
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope! Just try to stay away from white flour and white sugar...and calorie counting!
    DIET GOALS: cut out choc
    EXERCISE GOALS: being able to job 7 miles with out knee problems
    OTHER GOALS: not end up like "normal " students lol
    OTHER INTERESTS: -
    OCCUPATION: student
  • mea9
    mea9 Posts: 561 Member
    3 months - I'm in!
  • road2peachtree
    road2peachtree Posts: 294 Member
    bump
  • bitabee
    bitabee Posts: 209 Member
    Sorry, @thedodgeruk, it's girls only! I should've stated that! Good luck in your endeavors!!!

    And @mariar19, welcome!!!
  • abg0220
    abg0220 Posts: 42 Member
    I need some accountability...so this will be great!!
    NAME: Ashley
    AGE: 29
    LIVE: Kentucky
    HEIGHT: 5'4''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 136.8
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 125
    START PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4-6 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Just counting calories
    DIET GOALS: More fruits and vegetables, less sodium
    EXERCISE GOALS: Finish 30 Day Shred, C25K, and Ripped in 30
    OTHER GOALS: Like the way my arms look....that is the part of my body I hate the most!
    OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering!
    OCCUPATION: Rental/Sales Caterpillar equipment dealer

    I'll have to take my measurements and send them. We can do this!!
  • CBaumgardner7
    CBaumgardner7 Posts: 212 Member
    Hi! I'm in. I need a new fresh start on things. Been focusing too much on the stresses of my life and now need to put a new direction and focus and this is awesome. I will give you all the details here. :)
  • bjclaywell
    bjclaywell Posts: 165 Member
    I'm in! I've been looking for a challenge to do, and this is perfect!!!

    NAME: Bobbi Jo
    AGE: 40
    LIVE: Phoenix, AZ
    HEIGHT: 5'6''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 194.0
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 175
    START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: No, not really - more protein, less carbs, trying very hard to cut out the sugar and other crud I love.
    DIET GOALS:Eating in moderation!
    EXERCISE GOALS: Tightening up my middle - just started with a physical trainer, so hoping that helps!
    OTHER GOALS: Shopping at a regular clothes store, not plus size.
    OTHER INTERESTS: Reading, ballroom dancing, scuba diving
    OCCUPATION: Law firm administrator (Mucho stress)

    Measurements: (have to get these to you - I haven't measured myself yet)
  • ehinton316
    ehinton316 Posts: 5 Member
    Im in!
  • LivLovLrn
    LivLovLrn Posts: 580 Member
    I'll "challenge" with you :)

    NAME: Jeanette
    AGE: 45
    LIVE: Oregon
    HEIGHT: 5'10''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 179.
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 160
    START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Just keep my fats down
    DIET GOALS: "Cleaner" eating...more home made ingredients
    EXERCISE GOALS: Zumba, dance, biking
    OTHER GOALS: Fit into my old wardrobe...got a closet full of clothes just waiting for me
    OTHER INTERESTS: Loving God, loving people! Also, dancing, biking, knitting, crocheting and quilting
    OCCUPATION: Dance and Zumba instructor. Heading back to school this year to get my BA.

    Measurements: (It's SO awesome seeing progress!! We'll check in on these monthly.)
    Bust: (right across nipples) 40 in.
    Waist: 34 in
    Navel-line: 40.5
    Hips (widest part!): 43.5
    Calves: R- 16in, L- 16in
    Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 12.75in, L-12.75in
    Thighs: (widest part!) R-24.5in, L-24.5in
    Neck: 13.5in
  • musicgirl88
    musicgirl88 Posts: 504 Member
    I would love to join! I wil have to post all of my info later because I'm right in the middle of something, but saw this and had to say I'll join! This week, I can't do any workouts due to doctor's orders. I have an appointment on Friday, and hopefully will be able to start exercising again!!!! If I do anything, I might try to do some ab workouts, she just said I can't run like I was doing before, and to not do anything that would stress out my joints! She thinks I have RA and until I see my specialist, I'm to take it easy! Anywho, I'll be back with my measurements!
  • 3ricaAnn
    3ricaAnn Posts: 288
    NAME: Erica
    AGE: 20
    LIVE: North Mobile, AL
    HEIGHT: 5'10"
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 163
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 145
    START PANTS SIZE: 11 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 7 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie counting, less sugar, more fiber
    DIET GOALS: Learn portion cotrol without measuring every thing I eat
    EXERCISE GOALS: Be able to run longer.
    OTHER GOALS: Look good in all my bathing suits :)
    OTHER INTERESTS: Spending time with my hubby and friends, cooking, baking,tennis
    OCCUPATION: House Wife and Part Time Substitute Teacher

    Looking foward to this! Will post measurment when I get the chance.
  • Shamrock40
    Shamrock40 Posts: 264
    Elisabeth, count me in! I haven't measured in ages, so let me get that done.

    For everyone who doesn't know me ...

    NAME: Bridget
    AGE: 39
    LIVE: Orlando, FL
    HEIGHT: 5'5''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 214.5
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: Onederland!
    START PANTS SIZE: 18 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: We eat whole grains, stay away from high fat foods, and try to avoid too many processed foods
    DIET GOALS: My main goal is to stick to an exercise program and NOT allow myself to be derailed in my eating!!
    EXERCISE GOALS: To get out of my exercise rut. I need to vary my routine and explore new stuff!
    OTHER GOALS: I want to shrink my pooch!! Two babies and two back-to-back c-sections have wreacked havoc on my belly!
    OTHER INTERESTS: I love my awesome husband and my two beautiful children. They are such an inspiration for me to make my life and health better. I also LOVE to cook and hope to own my own food business sometime in the future.
    OCCUPATION: Stay at home mommy to Sophia (5) and Joey (3) and wife to Brian. BEST JOB EVER!!
  • Lucy1421
    Lucy1421 Posts: 14
    NAME: Sharon
    AGE: 51
    LIVE: East Tennessee
    HEIGHT: 5'9''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 164
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
    START PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie counting
    DIET GOALS: Eating in moderation enjoying everything
    EXERCISE GOALS: Increase walking, adding strength training as tennis elbow heals
    OTHER INTERESTS: Loving Jesus! Reading, walking, hiking, movies, singing, drama.
    OCCUPATION: Accountant
  • erinalexis84
    erinalexis84 Posts: 7 Member
    I would love to join! I need some accountability as well!

    NAME: Erin
    AGE: 28
    LIVE: North Carolina
    HEIGHT: 5'6''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 152
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 140
    START PANTS SIZE: 8 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6-8 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: counting calories, staying away from processed foods
    DIET GOALS: More fruits and vegetables, less crap:)
    EXERCISE GOALS: Run 2 5ks, do ab ripper every other day, run 9-12 miles every week
    OTHER GOALS: tighten my tummy, arms and things
    OTHER INTERESTS: reading, running, anything crafty
    OCCUPATION: Energy Project Manager
  • pinknsassyemt
    pinknsassyemt Posts: 68 Member
    NAME: Tamera
    AGE: 28
    LIVE: Flint, Michigan
    HEIGHT: 5'2"
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 203.5
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 180.0
    START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 6
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Calorie restriction, high protein, low carb.
    DIET GOALS: Maintain healthy eating, more clean and introduce a lot more protein.
    EXERCISE GOALS: Do 7 flights of stairs and not contemplate hitting the Code button @ work.
    OTHER GOALS: Wear a size 6 christmas dress someday :-)
    OTHER INTERESTS: Cooking, cake decorating, reading, music, bonfires, and enjoying everyday life.
    OCCUPATION: EMT~ Unit Coordinator, and Nursing Student
  • joeymj
    joeymj Posts: 1
    Good luck everyone :-)
  • Dyna18
    Dyna18 Posts: 17
    bump ... i'm in .. get back to ya with stats .. ssshhh i'm at work and sneakin a peek :blushing:
  • ehinton316
    ehinton316 Posts: 5 Member
    NAME: Ebony
    AGE: 33
    LIVE: Charlotte, NC
    HEIGHT: 5'4"
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 178.00
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150
    START PANTS SIZE: 14 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 10 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nothing, just watching what im eating. Try not to exceed my daily calories.
    DIET GOALS: Stop letting food control me, i will control my food.
    EXERCISE GOALS: Tone, rid of my belly fat.
    OTHER GOALS: throw my blood pressure pills away
    OTHER INTERESTS: reading, basketball officiating
    OCCUPATION: Customer relations Manager
  • ishapeme
    ishapeme Posts: 213 Member
    NAME: Chris
    AGE: 22
    LIVE: Boston, MA
    HEIGHT: 5’8"
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 154
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 135
    START PANTS SIZE: 8
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Stay away from white sugar, no binge eating, keep up with vegitarian diet.
    DIET GOALS: more raw foods, diversify my recipe book
    EXERCISE GOALS: Run 1 mile in under 8 minutes, work out AT LEAST 3 times a week.
    OTHER GOALS: Reach half my goal weight by my parents wedding. Fit into the dress my boyfriend’s Mom gave me. She’s tiny.
    OTHER INTERESTS: Hiking, dancing, sewing
    OCCUPATION: Student

    Measurments:
    Waist 30.2 on 08/14/11
    Hips 38.0 on 08/14/11
    Arm 11.0 on 08/14/11
    Chest 33.0 on 08/14/11
    Bust 37.0 on 08/14/11
    Thigh 22.5 on 08/14/11
  • Moonlight17
    Moonlight17 Posts: 173 Member
    I am in! But il message you my measurements as I duno them right now. I think we should all take a pic for ourselves today so we can mark our progress at the end x
  • kdm97
    kdm97 Posts: 111
    I would love to join this challenge. I will post my information later when I get off work. Anyone please feel free to add me as a friend for more support.
  • MandaLee8908
    MandaLee8908 Posts: 1,353 Member
    NAME: Mandy
    AGE: 26
    LIVE: Indiana
    HEIGHT: 5'5''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 175.4
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 163
    START PANTS SIZE: 16 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 12 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Not really. Trying to zig-zag calories
    DIET GOALS: Eating less processed, salty foods
    EXERCISE GOALS: Start walking regularly after being released from physical therapy.
    OTHER GOALS: Fit into a size 8 pair of J.Crew corduroys that I have! And to just be healthier...feeling sexier and stronger!
    OTHER INTERESTS: Just bought a new house (fixer-upper), love animals, and of course I love my dear husband :-)
    OCCUPATION: Medical Laboratory Scientist at a hospital
  • ElleEmmeKay
    ElleEmmeKay Posts: 62
    NAME: Leah
    AGE: 22
    LIVE: Detroit MI
    HEIGHT: 5'1''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 147
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 127
    START PANTS SIZE: 6 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Low carb, I have candida so I can't really have most carbs
    DIET GOALS: smaller portions 4-5 times a day, 1 cheat meal a week
    EXERCISE GOALS: walk 5, 11 minute miles
    OTHER GOALS:
    OTHER INTERESTS:I really love life.... God, being outside, my family
    OCCUPATION: Student and Nanny

    Measurements:
    Bust: 39in.
    Waist: 32in.
    Navel-line: 35in.
    Hips (widest part!): 39.5in.
    Calves: R- 14.5in, L- 14.75in
    Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 13.25in, L-13in
    Thighs: (widest part!) R-23.5in, L-23.5in
    Neck: 13in

    So excited to do this!
  • urastupidchimp
    urastupidchimp Posts: 80 Member
    I'm bumping this for later! Gotta wait till I get off work to get my measurements!
  • vetsnatural
    vetsnatural Posts: 186 Member
    I Want In!

    NAME:Yvette
    AGE: 44
    LIVE: Maryland
    HEIGHT:5'9
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 210
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 190
    START PANTS SIZE: 14(US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE:12 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: None: Stay away from High Fructose and Sugar in all my drinks~Water /Green Tea Best!
    DIET GOALS: "Cleaner eating... stay away from/eat less processed foods and lots of fruits and veggies
    EXERCISE GOALS:Continue to get 5-6 miles in per day and introduce more strengthening exercises
    OTHER GOALS: Get my body toned and keep it that way.... smooth legs and stomach and no bat wings
    OTHER INTERESTS: Very Active with tournament bowling and enjoying time with Family and Friends
    OCCUPATION: Finance/Accounting

    Measurements:
    Bust: (right across nipples)
    Waist:
    Navel-line:
    Hips (widest part!):
    Calves:
    Arms: (where they jiggle!)
    Thighs: (widest part!)
    Neck:
  • bitabee
    bitabee Posts: 209 Member
    Ladies, I am seriously so excited about this!! As one of you said, and I totally agree, sometimes, I am really gung-ho about these challenges in the beginning, then I get tired of working hard and I begin slacking off. Not this time!!
    Here's to healthier, sexier, stronger bodies!!

    As soon as the group is full (40 people) I will start a new thread where we can begin to post about our challenge, how we're doing and feeling, and how we're kicking butt!! I will send out a list of all the ladies in the group, so we can all add each other, keeping each other accountable.

    You know that feeling of pulling on an old pair of pants that has been to small for too long? Yea, that's the feeling I'm going for...
    You know that feeling you get when someone you haven't seen in a while tells you how slammin' you look? Also amazing!!
    Or when you look in the mirror and are pleased at what you see...not because you're runway-model skinny or emaciated, and not because you're comparing yourself to anyone else...But you like what you see because you're taking care of yourself, your body. Spiritually, emotionally, mentally and of course, physically.

    Thank you all for sharing little things about yourself, it's always nice to have a little background info!

    So, twelve weeks.

    Will you look and feel the same as you do today, or look and feel a heck of a lot better?
    It's up to us....

    Here we go!!!!
  • mamarundrc
    mamarundrc Posts: 1,577 Member
    I'm in!

    NAME: Danielle (Dani)
    AGE: 31
    LIVE: Upstate MA
    HEIGHT: 5'6''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 159.4
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 150 and maintaining
    START PANTS SIZE: 10 or 8 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 8/ 6 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope
    DIET GOALS: Lower sodium intake, stay on plan over the weekends
    EXERCISE GOALS: Run 5 miles (Turkey trot on turkey day) without stopping, add in more strength training
    OTHER GOALS: survive my cruise in october with minimal weight gain and get back on track imediately after
    OTHER INTERESTS: hiking, kayaking, dogs, colorguard/marching band/drum corp, reading, scrapbooking
    OCCUPATION: Stay at home mom to an 11 month old boy, job seeker and possibly looking for a career change

    Measurements: Can't find my tape measure. I will post these as soon as I find it or buy a new one.


    Feel free to add me as a friend for additional support.
  • cdngrl81
    cdngrl81 Posts: 434 Member
    I would love to join your group!!

    NAME: Jennifer
    AGE: 30
    LIVE: Surrey, BC (Canada)
    HEIGHT: 5'6''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 153
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 143
    START PANTS SIZE: 10
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 4-6
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: Nope, calorie counting!
    DIET GOALS: Eating in moderation
    EXERCISE GOALS: Finish P90X (ususally do the first 30 days then lose my motivation).
    OTHER GOALS: Look awesome in my bikini, that I bought and have never worn outside my bedroom.
    OTHER INTERESTS: Hanging out with my husband, watching movies, cross stitching
    OCCUPATION: Accountant

    Measurements:
    Bust: (right across nipples) 35 in
    Waist: 29 in
    Navel-line: n/a
    Hips (widest part!): 41
    Calves: R- n/a L- n/a
    Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 11.5 in, L-11.5 in
    Thighs: (widest part!) R-23.5 in, L-23 in
    Neck: n/a
  • thamre
    thamre Posts: 629 Member
    I am so in! I will have to get back to you with the stats. I need this to push me to tone up!
  • mycrazyturtles
    mycrazyturtles Posts: 96
    NAME: Kristi
    AGE: 27
    LIVE: Sandusky Ohio
    HEIGHT: 5'6''
    START WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 207
    GOAL WEIGHT FOR CHALLENGE: 190
    START PANTS SIZE: 18/20 (US)
    GOAL PANTS SIZE: 14/16 (US)
    FOLLOW ANY SPECIAL DIET: eat with in my goal
    DIET GOALS: smaller portions 4-5 times a day
    EXERCISE GOALS: 30 min cadio 4-5 time per week
    OTHER GOALS:
    OTHER INTERESTS:
    I do home health care and I start the Nursing Program in 7 Days :)

    Measurements:
    Bust: 45
    Waist: 46
    Navel-line: ????.
    Hips (widest part!): 48
    Calves: R- 14.75in, L- 15in
    Arms: (where they jiggle!) R- 13.5 L 14
    Thighs: (widest part!) R-28.5in, L-28in
    Neck: 14.75
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