Daily Goals - Thanksgiving Countdown

swillis21
swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
edited October 1 in Motivation and Support
Who would be interested in a small group of us making a "Support Group" where you try to check-in every day w/a personal fitness goal and diet goal that YOU set. And then the next morning (or whenever) you check-in w/how you did and your new daily goals. And I'm thinking we could set it up with an ultimate goal weight for Thanksgiving! (13 wks from this Thurs) Let me know, thanks!
I will want to be keeping this group small because then we can get to know each other better! For ppl who come across this post after it's closed, feel free to copy and paste this idea and start your own group :)
Myself as well as 2 friends want to do this so I'm thinking after 12 more ppl have joined we'll close the group (in order of responses).
1. swillis21
2. curlyleslie
3. corbansmom
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  • TrishaLeighNelson
    TrishaLeighNelson Posts: 258 Member
    I would like to join please :)
  • slimdownspicey
    slimdownspicey Posts: 110 Member
    I would love to join - I haven't been able to find a group yet but would love to!
  • Sanya77
    Sanya77 Posts: 172 Member
    Count me in.
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77

    9 more :) and then let the fun begin!
  • change_happens
    change_happens Posts: 491
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77

    9 more :) and then let the fun begin!

    sure... why not... count me in!
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    and I hope to soon make a google doc w/everyone's goal weight by Thanksgiving and weekly weigh-ins every Monday until then! (I know Thanksgiving is a Thursday - but we can aim for our GW by that Monday I'm thinking)

    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77
    7. change_happens

    8 more :) and then let the fun begin!
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    Meanwhile let's introduce ourselves and set today's goals! (Remember to keep them SMART - Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely) Obviously all our goals will be timely though since we're setting goals for tday! :) I'll start...

    Name: Shannon
    Height: 5'2
    CW: 149.8
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 135
    Favorite workouts: Running (usually on my treadmill at home), and Wii Just Dance 2
    Other: SAHM, married 6 yrs, Christian, 2 wonderful children - 3 yr old daughter, 1 yr old son

    Today...
    My Fitness Goal: To run 2.5 miles
    My Diet Goal: To not eat after 8:30 pm
    Challenges I anticipate: Finding the time/energy to run tday with family coming to visit tonight and my house still being quite messy, lol. And it's tough for me to not eat late at night when I'm haning out w/family!
  • jenniferjgayfield
    jenniferjgayfield Posts: 115
    I'm totally in...accountability is so important to stay on track. Plus the holidays seems to be a prime time to gain weight, and I would really rather avoid that.
    I'm Jenni and my info is below :)
    5'4"
    CW 131.6
    GW By Thanksgiving: 128 (may not seem like much to go, but these last few pounds are quite clingy!)
    Favorite Workouts: Running outside (just take off from my house), Tennis
    Other info: I'm a marriage and family therapist, my husband of almost 4 years is a youth pastor (we're very involved with the church), I have a 6 month old son JJ, my joy
    Today's Goals
    Fitness: Run 2 miles, timed, jog .5 mile cooldown
    Diet: Not eat more than 2 cookies tonight
  • slimdownspicey
    slimdownspicey Posts: 110 Member
    Name: Jackie
    Height: 5'1
    CW: 175 (even though I won't acknowledge the 3lbs I gained on MFP)
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 163
    Favorite workouts: Walking (I live in Manhattan so it's easy to integrate), Kettlebells, and SPINNING
    Other: Working full time in sales (7am - 5:30 pm), super unhealthy but not fat boyfriend, living the lifestyle you would imagine of a 26 year old in Manhattan (ie. booze and restaurants kill me)

    Today...
    My Fitness Goal: To keep up with my instructor in Kettlebells
    My Diet Goal: To not eat banana bread tonight - in fact, to throw it out
    Challenges I anticipate: I hate wasting food and I know my boyfriend wants it...plus it tastes so good! I make the best banana bread =)
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77
    7. change_happens
    8. jennifergayfield

    Welcome everyone who's joined!
    @ Jenni - we have pretty much the same goal tday! Let's do it!!
    @ Jackie - lol, banana bread is a weakness! Send your bf on a quick walk or errand w/banana bread in hand w/instructions to return alone! :) and I totally hear you about not wanting to waste food. Good luck!
  • tryingeveryday
    tryingeveryday Posts: 46 Member
    could I join? I am new to this site and would love to meet a group of supporters and be able to set a goal for myself and be accountable to post about my progress!!
  • tryingeveryday
    tryingeveryday Posts: 46 Member
    Ok sorry I just read where we were to put our goals down also!! So assuming I am in the group I will tell you more about me....

    Name: Rachel
    Height: 5'1 and a half LOL
    CW: I have not told anyone but I guess now is time to be honest......366 (no judgement right?)
    Goal by Thanksgiving: 340
    Favorite workouts: Walking and riding a recumbant bike they are the most comfortable for me to do right now but that is temporary!! I also love workout dvds like zumba and walk away the pounds!
    Other: Married for 5 years to an amazing man, stay at home wife, Christian, one wonderful black lab!!



    Goal for today: Not to over do it on dinner my calories and food choices have been great today and I want to keep it that way!
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    @tryingeveryday - most definitely! Welcome!! And there is definitely no judging on here :flowerforyou: We all have the same goals, to be healthier & more confident in a nutshell :) and lol at your height claim bc I'm 5 1 1/2 but always just round up, hehe
  • kwinty37
    kwinty37 Posts: 66
    I'M IN!!!! :)
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77
    7. change_happens
    8. jennifergayfield
    9. tryingeveryday
    10. kwinty37

    Yay! Just a few more ppl and then we have a good size group I'd say :)
  • jesustapdancingchristy
    jesustapdancingchristy Posts: 18 Member
    I'm in! I'll post my info in a bit but want to get in :)
  • jesustapdancingchristy
    jesustapdancingchristy Posts: 18 Member
    Name: Christy
    Height: 5'4"
    CW: 165 or 170, will weigh tonight...
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 145
    Favorite workouts: Insanity, playing softball, row machine, lifting, and hiking/climbing
    Other: I live and work in DC and lack the ability to turn down both happy hours and playing softball. I also watch a lot of baseball and football, which is done with lots of booze and unhealthy food so I have to work to keep myself in check. I know how to eat healthy and how to work out properly so I just need some help on motivation and accountability.

    Today...
    My Fitness Goal: Play hard at softball tonight
    My Diet Goal: Go home after softball (avoiding beer and onion rings) and eat something healthy along with a protein shake.
    Challenges I anticipate: Post-softball drinking is a tradition and I haven't shown up to this league in a few weeks due to other games so the peer pressure will be rough. But I need to help the boyfriend with laundry tonight anyway so I need to get home afterwards.
  • launawe
    launawe Posts: 60 Member
    I'd like to join!!
  • PoppyinBoulder
    PoppyinBoulder Posts: 103
    I've been looking for a small group - so count me in please.

    225 by Thanksgiving.

    I'll be back later with more about me.
  • launawe
    launawe Posts: 60 Member
    13 weeks, so I want to lose 13 pounds.
    CW 160
    GW 147

    My goal for today is to exercise for at least 40 minutes.
  • kwinty37
    kwinty37 Posts: 66
    Here we go...

    Good afternoon everyone!!!

    Name: Melissa
    Height: 5'4”
    CW: 185
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 170
    Favorite workouts: Walking, Doing yard work (Does that count??? lol )
    Other: I am 27 yrs old. I work full time in banking (8am - 6 pm)... pretty much sit in a desk chair ALL day!!!! I have gained 45 pounds in almost 5 years. Yikes.... I need a life change!!! I am very miserable.

    Today...
    My Fitness Goal: To walk 15-30 minutes when I get off work today.
    My Diet Goal: To stay under MFP daily calorie limit!
    Challenges I anticipate: motivation!
  • launawe
    launawe Posts: 60 Member
    After re-reading your initial post, I'd like to be more specific with my goals/information.

    Name: Lana
    Height: 5'3
    CW: 160.4
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 147
    Favorite workouts: walking/running in the neighborhood, hiking, yoga
    Other: have a boyfriend of 14 years, 2 grown step-daughters, 2 cats

    Today...
    My Fitness Goal: to walk 40 minutes
    My Diet Goal: 2 cups fruit & 2 1/2 cups vegetables
    Challenges I anticipate: I am craving carbs b/c we took a very long hike on Saturday. I'm still sore from the hike, so my exercise will need to be light. I already blew my diet this morning, so I'm trying to get back on track for the rest of the day.
  • jenniferjgayfield
    jenniferjgayfield Posts: 115
    @Christy: It can be hard to not indulge after a good workout, but remember, the burn isn't worth it if you overdo the calories. Also, what kind of rowing machine do you use? It's been awhile since I use one, am thinking of buying one...
    @Melissa: I'm with you, I'm a counselor, so I sit ALL DAY as well, even bought a comfy work chair, scared of gaining because it keeps me sedentary all day. Good luck with your walk today!
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77
    7. change_happens
    8. jennifergayfield
    9. tryingeveryday
    10. kwinty37
    11. jesustapdancingchristy
    12. launawe
    13. poppyinboulder
    14.
    15.

    and welcome to those who just joined, hurrying to clean for family, lol and still have yet to workout so, g2g for now, I'll close the group here soon, to keep it on the smaller side like i'd said. Love meeting everyone so far btw!!
  • oliviawink
    oliviawink Posts: 713 Member
    oh oh oh, I want in! Thanks!
  • Krebsea
    Krebsea Posts: 5
    Would love to join if there's still an open spot! I'll post my info/goals in a bit.
  • Krebsea
    Krebsea Posts: 5
    Name: Elisabeth
    Height: 5'6"
    CW: 150
    Goal Weight by Thanksgiving: 135
    Favorite workouts: Walking/running (treadmill or outside), organized sports (volleyball, soccer), and any kind of rowing (canoeing, kayaking, etc.)
    Other: Have a 2-year old beagle mix named Annie... she takes up most of my time. :) Oh, and I'm a wine fiend... hoping to curb that "bad" habit by using MFP.

    Today...

    My Fitness Goal: I'm training for a 5K and did 3+ miles yesterday, so giving my muscles a little break today. Back on full-force tomorrow. :)
    My Diet Goal: 8 glasses of water, NO wine, and more fruits & veggies
    Challenges I anticipate: I'm a nighttime eater, so I always anticipate difficulty staying away from food and wine after 6pm. So far so good...
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    1. swillis21
    2. curlyleslie
    3. corbansmom
    4. aryabrookenelson
    5. slimdownspicey
    6. sanya77
    7. change_happens
    8. jennifergayfield
    9. tryingeveryday
    10. kwinty37
    11. jesustapdancingchristy
    12. launawe
    13. poppyinboulder
    14. oliviawink
    15. krebsea

    k, ladies. Let's all be sure to introduce ourselves, and do our best to check-in daily! :D I'll start a new thread soon w/the same title - just as a closed group.

    @ Elizabeth :) we have the same exact starting a goal weights! I think that's neat!!
  • loveme445
    loveme445 Posts: 2,439 Member
    Is it too late to join the group? I'll add my info once I know if there is still room Thanks!
  • swillis21
    swillis21 Posts: 251 Member
    @ Loveme45, sure, we'd love to have you, we'll just want to be moving the group to a new "closed group" thread soon. Just waiting for everyone to introduce themselves and check-in.

    The new thread I'll start and title it same but as closed group, so: Daily Goals - Thanksgiving Countdown (Closed Group)
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