new challenge!

liveskinnyxo · January 2012

Hey Everyone!

As some of you may know I started the Skinny Christmas Challenge back in June & since it's over now I really want to start another challenge for some of the skinny christmas members as well as new members to keep the motivation going!

I haven't been able to come up with a new for this challenge yet, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

We will have weekly weigh ins on Sunday & the "biggest loser" of the week will be able to set a mini challenge for the group to complete over the course of the week. For example drink a minimum of 8oz of water a day or do 25 extra crunches a day & so on. It doesn't matter what day of the week you weigh yourself as long as it's posted sunday for weigh in. Those who miss three consecutive weigh ins without letting me know ahead of time (in case of vacation, illness, & so on) will be removed from the challenge.

If you want to be a part of the challenge please leave your,
Name:
Starting weigh:
Goal weight:
Non Scale Goal:
& a brief Introduction about yourself:

Starting weight will count as tomorrows weigh-in & the challenge will go from January 15th to June 24th.
Non scale goal can be anything from fitting into a specific size or a specific pair of pants to running a 5K....as long as it's not measured by the number on the scale!

I'm excited to get to know you all & hopefully we can all achieve our goals together!

MelL1205 · January 2012

YAYYYYYY! I'm in!

Name: Mel
Starting Weight (for the challenge): 155
Goal Weight: 140
Non-Scale Goal: run 1 mile without stopping and lose 3+ inches off my midsection
About Me:
Well, as you can see from the info under my icon, I've been on MFP for a really long time. I struggled immensely because of numerous health issues and side effects of meds and just this past Spring + Summer, I finally managed to find my groove. I lost 40lbs (part of that during the Skinny Christmas Challenge!), but I've since gained 5 back. So, I'm looking to lose these stubborn last 15lbs and to get in control of my eating habits again!

Skmellyg · January 2012

Name: Melinda (Skmellyg)
Starting weigh: 193
Goal weight: 173
Non Scale Goal: Be able to run a mile without stopping
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I am about to turn 29 on Jan 25. I have 2 kids one 2.5 and the other 15 months. I work full time and take care of my kids the rest. They are my life. I am really doing this because I want to be active for my kids. I want to stop the bad habits with me so I can teach my kids great healthy habits. I live in Georgia. I am spuer excited about this! CHALLENGE ON!

LolasEpicJourney · January 2012

Name: Laura
Starting weigh: 217
Goal weight: 175
Non Scale Goal: to rock my dress at my bffs wedding
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I am 26 - married - and working towards a better life. I've lost 98lbs from my heights weight - and plan on 2012 being the last year I am overweight and out of shape. My husband and I are in the beginning phases of fertility testing, I am planning on going back to school in the fall for practical nursing and Im on a long journey finding out who is hiding under all this excess baggage: )

natashauraine · January 2012

Name: Natasha
Starting weigh: 160
Goal weight: 125
Non Scale Goal: Flat tummy & leaner thighs
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I am brand new to this, so bear with me please! I am turning 30 in June and want to not only look amazing, but also to be healthy!!!!

emmaruns · January 2012

I'm in!

Name: Emily
Starting weight: 227
Goal Weight: 157
Non scale goal: Look great for my trip to Mexico this coming summer
Intro: I have struggled with my weight/self image forever it feels like. I'd kind of given up, gaining 5-10 pounds a year steadily for the past 10 years. I just relocated from Chicago to MA for my husband's job in October and I feel like it's a great time to form new, healthy habits. I really enjoy activity and healthy food and so far (for the past 3 weeks) it's been going very well. I have a "treaddesk" so I walk while I work from home which helps a lot. I'm excited to be part of the challenge!

may62108 · January 2012

Name: Melissa
Starting weigh: 169
Goal weight: 130
Non Scale Goal: fit into a size 10!!!
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I'm 27 yrs old and in the middle of a nasty divorce.. I have a beautiful amazing 3 1/2 year old and I just want to feel GREAT! I hate shopping for clothes and I can't wait to go shopping and feel great in everything I try on!

digitalcreationz · January 2012

Name: Denise
Starting weigh: 167
Goal weight: 130

Non Scale Goal: I have a couple!
Fitness Goals - Do elliptical for at least 30 minutes straight (can only do 10 minutes)
Do an hour on treadmill at 4.0 (can do an hour on 3.6)
Stationary Bike for 45 minutes on level 2 (can do 45 minutes on level 1)
Other Goals - To get into a size 10 or 12 dress by my daughters 1st communion in the beginning of May
Get into skinny clothes for our trip to Disney in November!

About me - I am married to Anthony will be 10 years in October. I have 2 little girls Gabriella 7 and Gionna 5. I have a great job that allows me to work at home but it requires me to sit over 10 hours a day. So exercising is a little challenging. I go to the gym 4 days a week. Love Zumba class. I have never been over 190 pounds but because i am short i always appear extremely heavy. I always loved my sweets, but in September i changed my entire style of eating. Especially after i found out that i had high cholestrol. My cholestrol has come down since i started eating better and exercising. I am a fitbit user and am so glad that MFP finally links up to it. I am so excited about getting started with this challenge and meeting new friends with the same goals.

QuiteNice · January 2012

I'm game!
Name: Kellie
Starting weight: 189(started at 204)
Goal weight: 140
Non Scale Goal: Climb to the top of High Dune at the Great Sand Dunes without feeling too much pain ;-) and getting in shape to climb 14ers with my son and the rest of our Boy Scout Troop.
Brief introduction: I am ready to get back into shape, get healthy and really start living again without feeling like I am dying.

tharvey3 · January 2012

Name: Trisha
Starting weigh: 233
Goal weight: 165
Non Scale Goal: To wear a non-maturnity bathing suite and shorts this summer!!! I also want to start biking!!
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I am 30 yrs old with three daughters 2, 4,& 6, I have always been in shape and active until pregnancy. I want to be fit and strong again and have a great healthy lifestyle that I model for my girls.

saffir27 · January 2012

I'm in!!

Starting weight:155
Goal weight:130
Non weight goal: Running the Portland Marathon in under 5 hours

A little about me: I'm 35 years old and currently applying to go back to school full time to be come a Medical Technologist. At my heaviest I weighed 225lbs, but after collapsing from a heart condition I decided I had to get in shape. Since then have never gone back to my highest weight but I never successful made it to my goal weight. So this time I'm going to stick with it and hopefully it will pay off not only in improved health but with allowing me to reach my goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

ingbaden · January 2012

Sounds great

Name: Ingrid
Starting weigh: 208 (Highest 279)
Goal weight: 170
Non Scale Goal: To wear a size 10/12 jean, go rock climbing and go white water rafting (haven't gone since I was in high school
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I live in Michigan, 37 years old, August will be my ten year anniversary. My husband and I love hiking. Parents to a cat and dog. I have struggled with weight related self esteem forever, but wow if I could get back to the weight where I used to think I was fat I would be beyond blissful. How silly are we when we are young.

Looking forward to new challenge and getting to know you all.

saffir27 · January 2012

I'm in!!

Starting weight:155
Goal weight:130
Non weight goal: Running the Portland Marathon in under 5 hours

A little about me: I'm 35 years old and currently applying to go back to school full time to be come a Medical Technologist. At my heaviest I weighed 225lbs, but after collapsing from a heart condition I decided I had to get in shape. Since then have never gone back to my highest weight but I never successful made it to my goal weight. So this time I'm going to stick with it and hopefully it will pay off not only in improved health but with allowing me to reach my goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

I forgot my names Christi

jwhit31 · January 2012

Yay!! I've been waiting for you to start the new challenge. I

you!!!!

Name: Josette
Starting weigh: 150
Goal weight: 135
Non Scale Goal: I want to be able to do at least 20 boy pushups without stopping. I also want to be able to slip into a size 6/8 jeans without a muffin top.

& a brief Introduction about yourself: I'm a wife and SAHM to four. I'll be 35 on the 31st of this month and looking forward to it. I believe age is just a number and plan to be in better shape than I was at age 25. I am a runner. I never thought I'd say that about myself...lol! I run 5 - 10 miles, 6 days a week and average over a 100 miles a month. I want start trail running but that'll have to wait until my youngest starts school.

giggles1973 · January 2012

My name is Tasha

I want to play

Starting weight: 161
Goal weight: 140
Non weight goal: put on a bikini and feel good

A little about me:

I'm a mom of 2 boys who are driving me crazy as I type this lol I have a wonderful husband who I have been married to for almost 13 years. Not to sound selfish but this year is my time to do me. I want to get in great shape and really focus on myself. Of course I mean dedicating about one to two hours a day to do what is important not let everybody fend for themselves lol
I'm excited to start

jsmashey · January 2012

Name: Jen
Starting weight: 221 lbs
Goal weight: 140
Non scale goal: To run a 5k with my husband in the fall.
I just turned 39 2 weeks ago and have decided that it's finally time to do something about my weight. I have 3 children, 9 year old twin girls, Jaina and Jordan and 6 year old boy, Jaxon. I just discovered MFP tonight and am excited to get started. Im in!

Savora · January 2012

Hi, I'm Gina
Start weight: 165
Goal weight: 145
NSV: finish a few beachbody workouts
Info: 44 with two gorgeous daughters and one beautiful granddaughter, and a hubby I have loved for 12 years (we just married last year

I started this journey a year & 45 lbs ago, stumbled onto ChaLEAN Extreme along the way and became addicted to exercise. I'm on a mission to complete numerous workouts by BB, they really make me feel stronger. Also enjoying the fitbit, have the older model but learning how to count nutritional info and calorie intake. I took part in a couple challenges at WW and would love to be part of one here.

jwhit31 · January 2012

liveskinnyxo

Hey Everyone!

As some of you may know I started the Skinny Christmas Challenge back in June & since it's over now I really want to start another challenge for some of the skinny christmas members as well as new members to keep the motivation going!

I haven't been able to come up with a new for this challenge yet, so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

We will have weekly weigh ins on Sunday & the "biggest loser" of the week will be able to set a mini challenge for the group to complete over the course of the week. For example drink a minimum of 8oz of water a day or do 25 extra crunches a day & so on. It doesn't matter what day of the week you weigh yourself as long as it's posted sunday for weigh in. Those who miss three consecutive weigh ins without letting me know ahead of time (in case of vacation, illness, & so on) will be removed from the challenge.

If you want to be a part of the challenge please leave your,
Name:
Starting weigh:
Goal weight:
Non Scale Goal:
& a brief Introduction about yourself:

Starting weight will count as tomorrows weigh-in & the challenge will go from January 15th to June 24th.
Non scale goal can be anything from fitting into a specific size or a specific pair of pants to running a 5K....as long as it's not measured by the number on the scale!

I'm excited to get to know you all & hopefully we can all achieve our goals together!

Hey love, don't forget you introduction. You know we'd love to hear about your goals too. :flowerforyou:

babyfatbegone · January 2012

I like this challenge!

Name: Melanie
Starting weight: 122
Goal weight: 110
Non Scale Goal: To look good in clothes without having to hide my belly.
About yourself: I'm a wife and SAHM of two kids. My daughter will be 10 and my son will be 3 this month. I just turned 30 and made a big move from Detroit to New Hampshire over the summer. Moving put me in a depression and I'm trying hard to get used to my new life. My highest was 160 but I'm only 5'. I'm ready for this challenge so I can look good at a friends wedding in April as well as the rest of my life.

jwhit31 · January 2012

bump

TGSgirl2017 · January 2012

Name: cari starting weight 259 goal weight 150 non scale drop 4 pant sizes about myself im 24 a sahm two daightrs 4 &6 months

annfitfor40 · January 2012

Name: Andrea
Starting weigh: 173
Goal weight: 140
Non Scale Goal: To walk out in an outfit and my husband to comment, "damn you look good!"

& a brief Introduction about yourself: I am going to be 40 this year and I really would like to live a healthy lifestyle for me and my family!

fitwannaB · January 2012

Name: Cindy
Starting Weight: 210
Goal Weight:160
Non scale goal: Be comfortable playing with my kids at the beach this summer in a bathing suit.
Brief Intro: I just turned 29 in December. I have two kids ages 2.8 years and 8 months. I work full time as a teacher and spend any free time I have with my kids.

I'm excited about this challenge. BRING IT!

jwhit31 · January 2012

bump!

crystlgrn · January 2012

Woohoo! I've been waiting for this

Here's my info:

Name: Crystal
Starting weigh: 192

Goal weight: 150
Non Scale Goal: Being able to run a 5K
A brief Introduction about yourself: Hi all! I am 28 years old, from the midwest, and I work way too much (for too little pay!). I've been overweight my entire life (quite literally). I started my weight loss journey December 1, 2010. In 1 year, I lost 114 pounds. Getting some bad news in December (my financee is being laid off) along with going on vacation (eating out almost every single meal) and having trouble getting back on track, I gained some weight back. I did well in the Christmas challenge and I think this new challenge is exactly what I need to get back in gear and finally get down to my goal weight.

Good luck everyone!!

musicgirl6 · January 2012

Name: Stacie Fish
Starting weigh: 223
Goal weight: 180
Non Scale Goal: Eat healthy 6 out of 7 days
run one mile without stopping
get down to a size 9/10

Hey! Im stacie and i am 20. I would love to loose this weight in order to feel better, be healthy and happy. I tend to gain weight when times get tough in life so i have been looking for healthy alternatives. I recently found that exercising helps a lot when i am having a bad day, so thats a plus!

Hope everyone is doing great!!!

clkuchtyn · January 2012

Name: Cindy Luo Luo

Starting weigh: 199

Goal weight: 142

Non Scale Goal: 5K in June with some very fit friends (they runs races all of the time and are super fit and I'd like to run with them.) I've never ran a race before. It's on my bucket list.

I'm Cindy, 27 years old. I have a beautiful 2 and a half year old daughter. I've spent a great amount of energy teaching her to be healthy (eating well, exercising). I remember once she begged for broccoli for breakfast! She is seriously amazing. I'd like to be more of an example for her. It's one thing to teach someone but another to show them. So here I am! My husband is amazing and helps me keep on track. I've just recently graduated with a doctorate in pharmacy and am currently studying to become licensed. This requires sitting on my behind 5-6 hours a day. Not the best for my health. It really helped push me into working out and eating less calories. I was not going to gain for weight.

Cheers! and good luck to everyone!

k9hrd · January 2012

Name: Florence
Starting weigh: 185.8
Goal weight: 145
Non Scale Goal: pass the POST fitness requirements
brief Introduction about yourself: looking to get fit for a better job and to be taken more seriously in my current part-time and voluntary interests.

Mashizou · January 2012

Name: Jessica
Starting weigh: 150
Goal weight: 130
Non Scale Goal: To lose the love handles, have leaner thighs, and feel confident about my physical appearance.
Brief Introduction: Hello! I'm Jessica, 20 years old, 5'8", and a senior at my local university. I joined myfitnesspal roughly 3 weeks ago and this will be my first time taking part in a challenge.

JennM874 · January 2012

I think this is awesome!

Name: Jenn
Starting weigh: 186
Goal weight: 135
Non Scale Goal: I am going to Europe in June and I want to be fit to keep up with my husband! He runs marathons!
& a brief Introduction about yourself:
I am 31 years old, wife, and, mom to a 15 month old girl. I work full time as a nurse practitioner. I find myself eating when I am bored or stressed out.

Jessie43082 · January 2012

I'm game! This will be a great ongoing challenge to keep me going to summer.

Name: Jessica
Starting weigh: 192
Goal weight: 150
Non Scale Goal: Run the New Jersey Marathon on May 6, 6 days after I turn 30. 30 will be my fittest year yet!
& a brief Introduction about yourself: I started this journey last June. I met the man of my dreams last New Year's Day and finaly something clicked that I needed to get healthy, so that we could have a long, healthy life together. As of today, I have lost 80 pounds.

new challenge!

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