Declare your own challenge AUGUST 2020 [Samples included]
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Not sure I chose the best challenges for my first week here.
I said I’ll eat in target, but forgot I came to debate with myself the number given by FitBit. Started with the given 1200 cal, which I never met but exercised to bring myself on green. Very upside down view. I changed the target last week into 1450 cal and the status from sedentary to moderate active. The step count was out of whack this week, weird.
So I kinda met this goal with a 100 cal error margin
My second was exercising 3 times a week-failed so far, but have 2 long walks planned with my friend, so maybe win.
I ran an errand 3h away Monday and my college daughter came with me. We had the best talk in couple of months. So happy!!!
What is with kids and no eye contact talks? Therapists should drive them around instead of sitting them on the couch.1 -
Ugh I just wrote a long message replying to some of your post (on my phone) and I hit Done instead of Post Reply aghhhh
Anyways I'll reply again when I get back to the PC.
I didn't do the video but I had a on field job that was a leg killer installing graphics 2 feet above finished floor. Here's the breakdown.
109 pieces of glass
Moves per glass
Squats x 2 = 218
Lunges x 2 = 218
Bent downs x 3 = 327
Total 763 motions.
Im pretty sore 😬3 -
MeganD1704 wrote: »@fstrickl he really is the best! he always gets two walks a day- no matter the warm or cold! I don't really count it as part of my intentional workouts anymore except while I was recovering from my surgery as I really couldn't do much. Super glad to be back to being able to move and go again, haven't felt myself the last two weeks.
Anybody else would like to see a pic of this good boy?
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debrakgoogins wrote: »I may be absent for a little while. I work for the power utility. We got hit by the hurricane. Our company has 400,000 customers without power. I will be working storm rotation for the foreseeable future.
I saw this when you posted it but didn't have the chance to reply. I hope you stay safe out there. You're a real hero.0 -
Yikes @debrakgoogins ! Hope everyone is okay and stay safe! I’m sure many are thankful for your work.
@annliz23 hope your husband is doing better!
Yesterday I ended up going on a 1.5 hour walk before bed to a new to me ravine in my city. It was a lovely walk. This is the river that runs through my city.
Nice pic. So peaceful. I love seeing and sharing pictures I take during my walks. It's like walking together.3 -
Not sure I chose the best challenges for my first week here.
I said I’ll eat in target, but forgot I came to debate with myself the number given by FitBit. Started with the given 1200 cal, which I never met but exercised to bring myself on green. Very upside down view. I changed the target last week into 1450 cal and the status from sedentary to moderate active. The step count was out of whack this week, weird.
So I kinda met this goal with a 100 cal error margin
My second was exercising 3 times a week-failed so far, but have 2 long walks planned with my friend, so maybe win.
I ran an errand 3h away Monday and my college daughter came with me. We had the best talk in couple of months. So happy!!!
What is with kids and no eye contact talks? Therapists should drive them around instead of sitting them on the couch.
Don't beat yourself up too much for not meeting the goals. This is one aspect of challenging ourselves, that we learn how far we can realistically push ourselves and if we pay attention we can then work on the specific things that we didn't do quite right. Figure out what prevented you from doing it and then work on eliminating the obstacles/excuses one at a time. Sometimes there are reasons and that's ok too.
I'm glad you had a nice time with your daughter. As far as no eye contact I'll tell you as a son, not as father cause I don't have adolescent kids yet, that you ought to remember the things your parents wanted you do differently that they didn't understand. But look at you, you turned out ok right? Were you maybe on the phone all day. Or you liked music that your parents didn't approve. I don't know why she wouldn't make eye contact but you got to remember that in today's world with social media kids are not used to socializing in person and hence not much eye contact is done. It's just the reality, not much use in fighting it. Actually some of them may think staring may be creepy or threatening. I bet you she can tell you all about it if you show you her you genuinely want to learn why that is vs you lecturing her that she needs to change that. I realize that this has nothing to do with fitness so feel free to disregard it I just thought to give you my perspective.2 -
Ugh I just wrote a long message replying to some of your post (on my phone) and I hit Done instead of Post Reply aghhhh
Anyways I'll reply again when I get back to the PC.
I didn't do the video but I had a on field job that was a leg killer installing graphics 2 feet above finished floor. Here's the breakdown.
109 pieces of glass
Moves per glass
Squats x 2 = 218
Lunges x 2 = 218
Bent downs x 3 = 327
Total 763 motions.
Im pretty sore 😬
yep I'm quoting myself here. I just want to update this because I actually did the workout this morning so I did it one day late but I'm up to date with the plan I made. Thank you all for being the force behind the motivation. If I wasn't in this group with y'all I'm not sure I would've done it.5 -
Here we go-one week check in. I spent three days doing power restoration so I didn’t hit all my goals but still accomplished some great things.
Starting weight 210.6, current weight 210; down .6! This is incredibly hard to do during storm work because we work 17 hour shifts and eat crap takeout for every meal.
I was only able to practice 3 throwing events but did really well at them. I reached my goal distance on light hammer (50 feet) so I will set a new goal of 52 feet. I hit 18 feet in sheaf so I only have a foot to reach my goal. Weight over bar is soooo hard! I am clearing 11 feet and working on 13.
My college son who lives 2400 miles a way surprised us with a 4 day visit. I was so sad because he arrived Thursday, the second to last day I worked storm. He stayed up so I could get a hug when I got home for my rest break. We stayed up and talked. I was exhausted yesterday morning but it was worth it. Yesterday, I broke rotation at 3 and he and I had a great afternoon. We hiked a four mile trail on Mt Agamenticus then enjoyed a well earned fresh Maine seafood dinner. After three days of no sleep and long hours, last night I finally got a full nights rest.
I’ll get some throwing in this weekend and enjoy having my son around. Talk to you all tomorrow 😊4 -
@debrakgoogins well done! Losing weight through that craziness is impressive. Enjoy your weekend with your son.
The first week of August went well for me too. It was rough getting back to work after our winter vacation but under lockdown vacation and work doesn’t really look that different so changes weren’t that major.
My goals were:
a) minimum of 80000 steps per week
b) short Pilates workout minimum 4 times a week
c) no Coke Zero/Diet Coke/Pepsi Max etc in August
All met. I got just over 123000 steps and did 6 short Pilates workouts (the workout is literally 10 minutes long so not a big time commitment). Nothing to drink except water (I don’t like any drinks except water and those I’m taking a break from).
Down 0.7kg. Pleased with that. As of this morning exactly 2kg until I move out of overweight according to BMI.4 -
One week under belt!
Challenge1: Eat <=1500. Within 100 variance almost every day, so I’m counting it as a win, since usually don’t stick to the number for more then 3-4 days per week
Challenge 2: Exercise 3x30’. 1 body weight 30’, 2 walks of 60’
I did not think I’ll get it done on first try, but surprisingly I did , and have 3 more weeks to follow . Yay!4 -
Xiaolongbao congratulations on all: 123k steps ( amazing 16k per day), a serious weight loss and soon to change stats!!! Way to go!1
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We had a bbq and fire tonight. My physical activity was a tense game of backyard Jenga.
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@GabiV125 thanks! Well done on your success too -especially with sticking to calories.
@debrakgoogins that sounds like a fun workout :-)
Today (Sunday) I’m giving myself a rest day. Still tracking calories but minimal walking and no other exercise. I’m feeling a bit rundown so it seemed like the smart thing to do.2 -
Well done with the first week everyone! It’s been interesting and inspiring to see how you’re all keeping up with your plans. @Xiaolongbao remind me to never enter a step challenge with you 😜
@GabiV125 excellent work on the planning and staying under budget.
@debrakgoogins your life size Jenga looks awesome! What a lovely evening that seems to have been.
@tenazhsc hope you’re happy to be back in your regular routine now! Looks like you did a good job despite the abnormal routine though.
And those I missed, I hope you nail it in week 2!
I started out strong with the water and bed time plans for the first half of the week, but then things seemed to get away with me. The days I did not start with a cup of water I have noticed I’m much thirstier by noon. Will focus on getting that hydration in every day this upcoming week.
Like I’ve already mentioned, I’m heading to the mountains for 4 days of camping. It’s not much but it will throw off my plan, that’s okay though, rest will be good. I won’t be following my workout routine but plan to hike hike hike! And I can still start my day with a glass of water!
On Monday August 10th post your plan for the week (modified for holidays)
- start everyday with a glass of water
- get 4 short hikes in
- when back get back into routine and don’t use holidays as a chance to slack.
Happy 2nd Week of August everyone!2 -
Well done on meeting your goals @debrakgoogins @Xiaolongbao and @GabiV125 !
My check in is not that uplifting, I got sick, and ended up sleeping at any time of the day, making my night sleep if anything, eaven more of a mess. Im better now though, and will be starting over this week
Goal for this week is the same, minimum of 7 hours pr night, puts me at a bedtime at midnight at latest this week.
Got my meditations in though, at the end of this week so thats a good thing. I do feel like it actually helps with stress management in periods where life gets a little busy, and thats one of the reasons I want to make it a permanent habit. 2 -
Not sure if this is right!
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@Vetleanni sorry to hear you've been unwell. I hope this is a better week for you.
Happy Monday everyone. I'm sticking with the same goals. No Pepsi Max (or similar) and 80,000 steps minimum across the week. I'm counting my week as Sunday - Saturday.2 -
Happy Monday teammates!
My challenges for this week:
1) calories =<1500
2) exercise 3x30’
3) walk the dog 20’ after every meal so I don’t go immediately for seconds or thirds2 -
Last week checkin:
Daily food planning one day in advance-> made it
Stay at/under calorie goal->all but one day (yesterday)
Excluding daily walks 15 workouts this month-> so far only 2- better step up!
Continue to use Sunday as a self care day-> did!
Give up excessive snacking-> did pretty good minus yesterday
Same goals again for this week- consistency is big for me.
Time to check in on your posts- I dont tend to use any social media on weekends to allow my eyes and mind a break 2 -
@debrakgoogins- stay safe! Hope the restoration goes smoothly. Huge congrats on hitting your 50 ft goal with hammer! I love the backyard you had a bbq in- it looks so relaxing but a great place to hang!
@fstrickl - what a beautiful place to walk enjoy your camping trip
@tenazhsc your field work sounds like quiet the workout! wow! good boy pic to follow in spoiler below.
@Xiaolongbao do share more of which pilates videos you do?! what a step count!
@GabiV125 way to plan
@Vetleanni hope this week treats you better feel better soon!
@annliz23 your plan looks just fine!
Forgot to add in post above I was 200cals over yesterday- so still pretty good vs the last few weeks!
here is my good boy:
his favorite thing in the world is a basketball- he will play for hours.
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Here's my weekly plan, but first...
I had a week to forget last week and I'm not superstitious but I have seen a pattern of 'resistance' from the 'universe' when you set out to do something good. Last week's outside assignment really kicked my butt. On Saturday I felt my hamstrings were about to go. I just did some foam rolling and rested during the weekend.
I'll take the L in not following my program. I only did the video twice.
Here's the plan for the next 7 days
08/10/20 Monday 10 mins
08/11/20 Tuesday 10 mins
08/12/20 Wednesday
08/13/20 Thursday 10 mins
08/14/20 Friday
08/15/20 Saturday 10 mins
08/16/20 Sunday
Total 4 workouts = 40 minutes
And I gained 0.6 lbs which is honestly to be expected based on my diminished calorie deficit during last week.
It won't be hard for this week to be better.
I'm glad we all are keeping an eye on each other. Keep up the great work everyone!1 -
Here is my weekly plan
08/10/20 10000 steps
08/11/20 rest, meal prep
08/12/20 10000 steps
08/13/20 10000 steps, meal prep
08/14/20 10000 steps
08/15/20 rest, meal prep
08/16/20 10000 steps
Last week was hectic, i have been preparing for a certification exam. I managed to meal prep and stayed within my calorie budget on some days. I couldn't meet my calorie budget on some days because my snack was very calorie densed 😁. I have to work on that 😁. I did loss 0.1kg. I am surprised considering that i didn't sleep well and was a bit stressed up last week.
Have a stressfree week everyone and let's enjoy the process of achieving our goals 😁
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Glad to see everyone’s updates and progress.
💐Tracked everything. Under calories 7/7 despite ordering out once or twice.
🌷The workouts were tough to start some days but I pulled through 5/5
🌸I did good with my calcium and iron goals, 6/7
Weight stayed the same, but initial weigh-in was at my folks’ house, whose scale is more forgiving, I think. Either way it’s just before Shark week so a loss would be unexpected right now. Same challenges continue this week, with addition of weight training with my dumbbells every other day. Day 1 complete.3 -
Ok, finally back to normal life. Storm duty is complete and my son has returned to college. I will be back on track now. I am sorry I lost track of all your amazing accomplishments. I will be better, I promise.3
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So I recently found out that Shaun T has a podcast (this is not a plug its 100% free on apple podcast app). I loved Shaun T when I was in post secondary trying to get back to some form of fitness again- I completed t25 and insanity (yes I still have the completion t shirts haha) in my small dorm room (my cousin was a rep back at that time) and it really helped me get into a routine.
This morning I listened to both Episode 222- how to mentally get through a tough workout and episode 216- 12 ways to stay committed all year. For whatever reason these two really really resonated with me and so I thought I'd share if anyone else is trying to get back on track or just starting a new routine. He does bring up the workout programs he built- but he doesnt discuss everyone having to use them or force sales during the podcast. It was just so refreshing and its like something clicked at last in my brain.
No workout for me today- just my walk(s) this evening. Goal is to workout intentionally tomorrow and Saturday and stick to my calories. So far so good this week no binges and stuck to my snacks I listed back at the beginning 2 -
Two weeks of August done. Tomorrow is actually the mid day of the month. We’re half way.
Second week went fine for me. Stuck with my goals. No soft drink, total of 120,000 steps and I did my short Pilates work out 5 days (goals are no Pepsi max/Diet Coke etc, minimum of 80,000 steps and 4 Pilates).
Lost 0.5kg. That puts me 1.5kg from moving out of overweight and into a healthy BMI (which will still make me too heavy - I have a small frame - but it will be a nice number to go below).
I’m doing fine with my goals although a bit resentful of the no PepsiMax/Diet Coke etc one. That’s the one treat I truly love and it’s the only drink I like apart from water. So it irritates me that I took it away from myself! But I will stick it out until the end of the month (3 times in my life I’ve given it up as a New Years resolution and stuck out an entire year so it’s not like I can’t give it up, I just prefer having it).
Hope everyone else stuck to their goals this week and feel good about it.1 -
Second week done and did both my challenges, to stick to 1500 cal/ day and to exercise 3xweek (yoga, weights, legs).
I’ll keep the challenges for next week because they work. I’ve been oscillating the same 3 lb up and down for 6 mo now, and this morning the scale finally budged 1lb down!!!
Working on packing a kid to college early next week so next check in will have furniture moving and crying, listed as activities 😁 .1 -
@GabiV125 well done on the scale finally moving the direction you want it to. Good luck with helping your kid make the move.1
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A bit busy tomorrow so logging in tonight
monday 10th steps 13110, 3 green tea, cardio exercise
Tuesday 12th steps 10919, 2 green tea,hello and exercise, back stretches yoga
wed 13th steps 3641 2 green tea, yoga
Thur 14th steps 11928, no green tea, no exercise due to back pain
Fri 15th steps 12791 1 green tea
Sat 16th steps 3000 2 green tea
Sun 17th steps 3100 no green tea
Progress , lots another pound.
Goals next week
Get in as many steps as possible as its rainy all week
4 exercises
green tea
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