FEBRUARY CHALLENGE!

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  • tmzana
    tmzana Posts: 23 Member
    My name is Tonya. I want to lose 5-10 pounds during February. My goal is to workout 4/5 times a week for 45 minutes.
  • lgaudet
    lgaudet Posts: 1 Member
    Hi Everyone!

    This sounds like a great challenge! I'm in. I recently had knee surgery but I'm able to do quite a few things now. I gained about 10 lbs after my surgery that I'd like to lose - plus the muscles that I once had have turned to mush. I'm hoping to workout 6 days per week alternating between swimming, biking, yoga, and my ballet DVD's.

    I would really like some friends for motivation! (Feel free to add me)
  • Marie3391
    Marie3391 Posts: 202 Member
    I'd love to join in! I'm aiming at losing about 5lbs in February. I do workout consistently now but having a challenge will add to my motivation :) I plan on continuing a mix of Jillian Michael's dvd's as well as the gym :)
  • jshapiro4
    jshapiro4 Posts: 2 Member
    Hi there, I'm Jess. My goal is to do a mix of turbofire/p90x 6 days a week and lose 5 pounds in Feb. I just need the motivation to stick with it and not quit halfway through the month!
  • nrevanch
    nrevanch Posts: 15
    Get pumped up for the challenge to start!!!!!! I know I am definitely ready to rock the month of FEBRUARY :heart:

    One question that I was hoping someone could help me with is LUNCHES! I work in an office and don't get too much exercise during the day (am working on taking breaks , getting up, stretching, etc.) I bring a lunch to work everybody but wanted to know if anyone had any tips/tricks for different things to bring for a lunch! I do like to change things up, and i'm not a big fan of sandwiches :noway:

    Hope everyone had a fabulous day !!! :smile:
  • Kare_Bear2000
    Kare_Bear2000 Posts: 7
    I am all for a Feb. challenge! What a great idea! My name is Kara and my goals are:
    1. Lose 1 lbs each week in Feb
    2. Cardio 3 times a week and weight lifting 3 times a week
    3. Bring a lean cuisine/smart ones/healthy choice meal for lunch each day (AND make time to eat it!)
    4. No donuts with the other nurses!

    I want to be down to 223 lbs by the end of Feb.!
  • nrevanch
    nrevanch Posts: 15
    Happy Friday Everyone!!!!!!! :flowerforyou:

    I hope you all have a fabulous day, and are getting geared up for next Wednesday :smile: !!!
  • elizaspride
    elizaspride Posts: 5
    I'm definitely in for the challenge!

    Hi everyone! I'm Kiki and I'm striving for 5-6 days per week in February doing:
    1. 30 min of cardio (walking/jogging or bike) 4-5 days each week
    2. Pilates/Yoga 1-2 days
    3. Strength/Core training 2-3 days

    My goals are:
    1. To strengthen my core
    2. To shed 2-4 lbs.
    3. To lower my body fat % (even by just a tiny bit!)
    4. To become more flexible and gain better posture

    I am looking for any tips on core strengthening....videos, exercises, equipment, etc. -Thanks! :)
  • AMBERE26
    AMBERE26 Posts: 18 Member
    hello I'm Tracy and my goal for Feb is to lose 10 pounds...
  • luvnall3
    luvnall3 Posts: 12
    I am Stephanie. I would like to join in on this challange! My goal is to lose 5-10lbs in Feb., aim for working out 5-6 days/wk., keep moving on the weekend with my kids and learn to make more healthy meals for my family. Yeah! Lets do this!
  • hollyrenee1990
    hollyrenee1990 Posts: 197 Member
    Hey I'm Holly.

    Im 5'4 and 155. My goal weight is 130 and I would like to be that by April! So I am aiming on losing 10 pounds for the month of Feb. I just started Jillian Micheals Banish Fat Boost Metabolism. Im staying away from soda so that means water water water. Eating healthier and also working on portion control!
  • MeStephy
    MeStephy Posts: 39 Member
    I'm up for a challange.

    I am Stephy, and I would like to lose 5 to 10 lbs. (10 lbs would be preferable, but I am realistic and know it might not happen.) I will be doing workouts 5 days/week I will be doing 60 minutes of different cardio 3 days a week and muscle toning and strengthening for 60 minutes 2 days a week. Plus walking the mall with my hubby and our 6 children every Saturday. (Not to mention chasing said children around the house :tongue: ) I have been working on eating better and being more active. My husband and I are going on a trip the end of March and I want to look good for when we go.
  • msfletch
    msfletch Posts: 2
    Reading everyone's posts has me super excited!!!

    My name is Nicole and my overall goal is to lose 27 lbs (more if possible) and eat healthier. For the month of February my goals are:

    1. To lose 6 lbs

    2. Workout 6 days a week. This can be accomplished thanks to my hubby working out the same amount of days.

    3. Watch my calorie intake. I am using the MFP plan and it is working so far.

    With the help of my hubby, I am doing cardio and lifting weights. I want to look good and feel good for myself (first and foremost) and then for my hubby and children.

    I wish everyone luck and am really looking forward to February. I hope that this will go well and carry over to the next month.
  • reneealyse
    reneealyse Posts: 100
    My name's Renee. I'm 26 years old and live in New Zealand.

    Having only joined MFP last week, I already fell off the wagon with my calorie intake. I just started a new programme at the gym today and it was INTENSE!!! I only did it once (meant to do it three times, and I went easy on a couple of exercises) For February I'd like to push myself at the gym, do my cardio programme four times a week and then my weights programme (which I haven't tried yet yikes!) twice a week. So that's going to the gym six days a week for the whole of February. I know I've only just started but it's depressing seeing my weight loss ticker sitting on zero when everyone else has such great results. I don't have a great deal I want to lose - 6kgs (13 pounds) but I'm finding it really does not want to budge!! If I can see any kind of result, any of that 6kgs gone in February I will be happy. I also want to curb my junk food and snacking habits. I still would like the ocassional treat but within reason.
  • reneealyse
    reneealyse Posts: 100
    My name's Renee. I'm 26 years old and live in New Zealand.

    Having only joined MFP last week, I already fell off the wagon with my calorie intake. I just started a new programme at the gym today and it was INTENSE!!! I only did it once (meant to do it three times, and I went easy on a couple of exercises) For February I'd like to push myself at the gym, do my cardio programme four times a week and then my weights programme (which I haven't tried yet yikes!) twice a week. So that's going to the gym six days a week for the whole of February. I know I've only just started but it's depressing seeing my weight loss ticker sitting on zero when everyone else has such great results. I don't have a great deal I want to lose - 6kgs (13 pounds) but I'm finding it really does not want to budge!! If I can see any kind of result, any of that 6kgs gone in February I will be happy. I also want to curb my junk food and snacking habits. I still would like the ocassional treat but within reason.

    Oh my aim is to lose 5 pounds in February. It sounds easy enough but trust me, that 5 pounds hasn't budged in ages!
  • hairshae
    hairshae Posts: 7 Member
    hi,
    i'm in! i want to lose 15lbs (ambitious) by March 1st. Goal: exercise minimum of 5x's/wk, and replacing 2 meals per day with shake replacements that i've been using that have been working well for me.
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  • chelletyler01
    chelletyler01 Posts: 1
    Hi my name is Michelle, I am in! I have alot of work to do. I am doing Zumba two nights a week, walking the treadmill daily at 10 mins. and doing walk away the pounds in the morning before work. (! mile walk) I would love the support.
  • hairshae
    hairshae Posts: 7 Member
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  • hairshae
    hairshae Posts: 7 Member
    wow...in 4mos???! great job!
  • mrsjacksn
    mrsjacksn Posts: 113
    I"m in. My name is Melissa and I have 177 lbs to lose to reach my goal weight. For the month of february, my goal is to lose 10 lbs, do 5/6 days workout during 5 mile walk with leslie sansone, cardio inferno, zumba & turbo jam.
  • nrevanch
    nrevanch Posts: 15
    Happy Monday Everyone!

    Hope you had a FABULOUS weekend and are geared up for the challenge that's starting THIS WEDNESDAY!!!!
  • amhamh2
    amhamh2 Posts: 1
    I'd like to join as well! I'm new to MFP and it's a slap in the face to see the calories add up so quickly!
    My goal is to lose 5-10lbs during February through improved eating and working out at least 3x/week plus a 30 min walk or hike with my dog on the off days during the evenings (in the dark!).

    My goal - looser fitting pants so I don't have to spend $ shopping, but rather spend $ on a reward like a mani/pedi!

    Nice reading everyone's goals - thanks for sharing :-)
  • nrevanch
    nrevanch Posts: 15
    :happy: Good Morning All,

    I was thinking that everybody should check in each Wednesday and state what your goals were for the week (amount of exercise, eating clean, etc) and then state whether or not you hit your goal for the week, why or why not, what you plan to change for the following week, and then ask any questions or for advice?

    Let me know if that sounds good!!!

    Tomorrow we can all state what expectations for the next week will be, and what we plan to do !

    Have a good one and STAY POSITIVE!!!!
  • thunderbolt37
    thunderbolt37 Posts: 17
    I'm in. I joined MFP Jan 12th and have lost 4 lbs but my scale has not budged this week. My goal for February is to lose at least 5 lbs. Eating clean and the right amount is my challenge. I love working out and make up my own routines. I plan to stick to my 5-6 day a week routine which includes running, interval training, the elliptical, strength & conditioning with free weights, and plyometric moves.

    Looking forward to the challenge and always looking for feedback. I need to lean out once and for all.
  • rosieg1979
    rosieg1979 Posts: 99 Member
    I'm in! My goal is to stop the emotional eating. If I can fix that everything else should fall into place a bit easier.

    Any tips for stopping myself eating when I am not hungry? I am currently doing a self hypnosis cd, but I keep falling asleep so I'm not sure how effective it is :-)
  • Sheenadanese
    Sheenadanese Posts: 4
    Im in!!! In a wedding in Sept. need to lose at least 40lbs!
  • brunsda
    brunsda Posts: 78
    I am in. I would like to get rid of 5 poinds in Feb. My goal is to walk 3 times a week. Also want to meet daily calorie goals.
  • sunilsharma
    sunilsharma Posts: 2 Member
    I am also in for this challenge. I want to loose at least 5 lb in Feb. and also want to maintain my calorie intake. Good luck everyone. :-)
  • nrevanch
    nrevanch Posts: 15
    TODAY IS THE BIG DAY!! THE FEBRUARY CHALLENGE HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN!

    I hope that everybody is super excited and ready to start a new chapter with health and fitness :smile:

    Don't forget to keep posting updates of how you're doing and also if you have any questions for the rest of the group. Use this as a tool to keep yourself accountable and rely on others for support.

    I could not be more excited :bigsmile:
  • msfletch
    msfletch Posts: 2
    Good luck everyone!!!!

    I've met my daily calorie goal for today. Now I need to go workout.
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