Lets Get Fit for Fall Semester!!!
Gogretchen1
Posts: 74
Okay so I am currently 127, down from 136... I would love to lose another 10 or 11 lbs before the summer is over, which would put me at 118.
height: 5'4''
current weight: 127 lbs.
goal weight by Sept. 4th: 118 lbs.
I plan on striving for smaller portion sizes, dancing 4 days a week, and running days that I do not dance- AKA physical exercise of some sort pretty much every day:)
My motivation: Seeing what my body looks like at that goal!! I haven't been that size in a long time!
height: 5'4''
current weight: 127 lbs.
goal weight by Sept. 4th: 118 lbs.
I plan on striving for smaller portion sizes, dancing 4 days a week, and running days that I do not dance- AKA physical exercise of some sort pretty much every day:)
My motivation: Seeing what my body looks like at that goal!! I haven't been that size in a long time!
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HELLO! (=
I am going to college soon. I have to be packed and ready to leave by August 17th and I too am striving to lose some weight before the fall semester begins. I want to start fresh and feel more confident by dropping a few pounds.
height: 5'3
CW: 142lbs
GW by Aug 20th: 136lbs
My UGW is 117-119lbs though. I have trouble sometimes gathering up the motivation to get up and exercise, but I am aiming to break that habit. good luck!0 -
I got about 6 weeks till my last year of college starts. I'd like to start the fall off better than I ended my spring semester!
Height: 5'8''
Current Weight:156lbs
Goal Weight:149lbs
I plan to make sure I get my 3 days of gym in for the week and strive for 4 days once clincals are over at the end of this month. And as always work hard to stay under my daily calorie goal!
Good luck friends!0 -
hi!
CW: 125.4-126
GW by Sept 1: 120
gotta look great for all the beginning of school activities!
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HELLO! (=
I am going to college soon. I have to be packed and ready to leave by August 17th and I too am striving to lose some weight before the fall semester begins. I want to start fresh and feel more confident by dropping a few pounds.
height: 5'3
CW: 142lbs
GW by Aug 20th: 136lbs
My UGW is 117-119lbs though. I have trouble sometimes gathering up the motivation to get up and exercise, but I am aiming to break that habit. good luck!
Is this going to be your first semester of college? What an awesome way to start it out! Good for you. I also have times where I am unmotivated to work out- or there are too few hours in a day! We can motivate each other to keep on a goin.;)0 -
Kileemae- I am so excited that we have such similar goals! I put 118 down but I would be SO happy with 120, too:) I realize that's a lot to lose in 7 weeks... but hey- If we stick to mfp, we will get there. its that simple:)
nightfire389- congrats on your last year of college! I will be a senior but will have at least one extra semester.
Everyone-feel free to invite friends!! I have a limited amount of friends on mfp...so I only invited a small amount myself.
The more the Merrier
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Going off to grad school at the end of August. I'm hoping to be down 10 lbs by then.
Cw: 151
Gw: 141
How do I plan on getting there?
Hydrating every single day
Packing lunches for work
Eating more fruits & veggies
Counting everything and no more eating out/splurging every week0 -
Hello all!
My first day of school is Sep 20
CW: 323.5
GW: 299.0
How do I plan on getting there?
*Cutting out soda
*Drinking more water
*Going to every group meeting (we walk and aerobics)
*Walk everymorning
*Chores on super overload
*Measure my servings
Good luck to all.0 -
I'm starting my first semester in around a month and a half. I'd love to lose 10-14 pounds by then but anything is good really!0
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I'm going into my second year of college and im currently at 137. I want to get down to about 120 hopefully. Ive been going to the gym at least 3 times a week and doing 30DS every day. Im also trying to get more protein and less carbs in my diet and lots and lots of water. Good luck to everyone, we can do this! 0
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Hi
I'm late to the college scene but I am really planning to look good on the first day and look even better in December!
I'm 26, 5'4", 152lbs and about 30% body fat.
I'd love to just stick to my plan for the weeks between now and Aug. 20.
This plan is 1640 calories a day, 40% carb / 30% protein / 30% fat and 25g of fiber.
I have been given a new goal by my doctor, which is to consume 1500mg or MORE sodium per day (kind of opposite what most people need)
My exercise goals are to lift 3x a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). Also I'd like to be 'active' on the other days, walking to the store, taking a jog if I feel energetic, cleaning a LOT of my house.
This will be my first year at University, and I'm a junior! I earned my associates at community college and transferred in this semester.
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Okay, so I'm starting my second year of college next month, and I really want to look a bit more "adjusted" physically. A few people have noticed some changes, but I want more! (Yes, I'm an attention hog.
I'm at 213 pounds now, and my first day back is August 27, so I'd love to lose maybe 10 pounds or so. I've got a membership at Gold's, but I've also got to take care of my mom before her surgery, so I really want to fit in more exercises at home, and if I have the time I'd love to take some more exercise classes. Those are a bunch of fun.
Good luck you guys! We've got this!.0 -
Hey folks! Returning to school after a two year break. Hoping to continue making positive changes!
CW 144
GW 130
How I plan to get there is:
60 mins of cardio everyday
Taking a fitness class twice a week
Walking after meals
LIMITING ALCHOHOL. I couldn't believe how many calories I was consuming from beer0 -
height: 5'3'' (very petite)
current weight: 124 (untoned, flabby, love handles)
goal weight: 107
in 6 weeks, i would like to lose around 12 pounds (2 pounds/week) and get more toned
i plan on eating even healthier (i already eat relatively well), reducing my alcohol intake, and starting to workout. i am joining a gym tomorrow and plan on attending the cardio, yoga, zumba, toning classes
my motivation: feeling energized and healthy like i used to when i was a full-time athlete0 -
Hi
I'm late to the college scene but I am really planning to look good on the first day and look even better in December!
I'm 26, 5'4", 152lbs and about 30% body fat.
I'd love to just stick to my plan for the weeks between now and Aug. 20.
This plan is 1640 calories a day, 40% carb / 30% protein / 30% fat and 25g of fiber.
I have been given a new goal by my doctor, which is to consume 1500mg or MORE sodium per day (kind of opposite what most people need)
My exercise goals are to lift 3x a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). Also I'd like to be 'active' on the other days, walking to the store, taking a jog if I feel energetic, cleaning a LOT of my house.
This will be my first year at University, and I'm a junior! I earned my associates at community college and transferred in this semester.
I was also a late comer to college. I started at my current university when I was 26 as well after doing a two year program. I'm a double major psych/sociology and minority in criminology. Half way there!
I'd like to be in better shape by fall semester, but my ultimate goals are for spring semester because I'm moving to Guam for the spring semester to attend the university there and it's the dry season during that time so I want to be comfortable in cute dresses and feel confident as well!
I'm going gluten free because of a gluten intolerance, I eat around 1680 cals a day and I work out typically 3-5 days a week and I do leisurely bike rides almost daily as well as swimming in my pool at home. I am 4'11 and at 175 pounds, I'd like to be around 165 by the time fall semester starts.0 -
Hey folks! Returning to school after a two year break. Hoping to continue making positive changes!
CW 144
GW 130
How I plan to get there is:
60 mins of cardio everyday
Taking a fitness class twice a week
Walking after meals
LIMITING ALCHOHOL. I couldn't believe how many calories I was consuming from beer
I need to start hitting up fitness classes at the YMCA. Wanna do a challenge together to go twice a week? Make sure you wait to walk after your meals or your food won't digest 0 -
I am starting school in August for my pre recs. I have two toddlers and a husband.....so 3 kids to take care of. lol! I was pregnant for 2 years in a row so I am more than ready to get my pre baby body back. I have alot to lose so I wanna take it slow and steady. I hope to lose at least 10lbs before school starts.
SW 207
CW190
GW1500 -
I am starting school in August for my pre recs. I have two toddlers and a husband.....so 3 kids to take care of. lol! I was pregnant for 2 years in a row so I am more than ready to get my pre baby body back. I have alot to lose so I wanna take it slow and steady. I hope to lose at least 10lbs before school starts.
SW 207
CW190
GW150
Congrats on going starting college! You're absolutely gorgeous by the way!0 -
I am a 45 year old student! Just about to start my thrid year, I start on September 16th so thats 8 full weeks.
I went out with a guy who liked to eat out nearly every night - put on a ton of weight! Im not with him now so I need to get me back...what was I thinking!!!
Im 5'8'' and big frame.
I am now at 172lbs
So a reasonable goal would be 2 lbs a week right so I am aiming for 160 lbs
I am dancing Ceroc twice a week and an hours walk other days.
I also have a cross trainer I can use every morning for 30 minutes!
Exercise is good but IT HURTS!!! This kind of puts me off...but I know its a great feeling when I come off!0 -
Hey everyone I'd love to join this group! My name's Corin and I'll be starting my senior year f college in the fall(: I'm currently 155.5 down from 175ish. I hope do get down to st least 145 by the start of the semester! Add me if you'd like!0
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Hello all!
My first day of school is Sep 20
CW: 323.5
GW: 299.0
How do I plan on getting there?
*Cutting out soda
*Drinking more water
*Going to every group meeting (we walk and aerobics)
*Walk everymorning
*Chores on super overload
*Measure my servings
Good luck to all.
I have been measuring more of my servings, too. Turns out what I think is a half of a cup....is not really a half of a cup.. haha! Get it, girl!0 -
Hello everybody, I am 20 years old and I will be continuing my college education as a junior in the Fall. Some might say that there's no need for me to lose weight lol but I always say that there is much room for improvement & that is for ANYONE who is trying to work towards becoming a better YOU! Not only would I like to become more fit, I'm doing this for a healthier future! By middle August, I plan on dropping 10 lbs at least so I encourage myself as well as you all to work at what you want to get where you need to be. Feel free to send me a friend request. 0
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Hey folks! Returning to school after a two year break. Hoping to continue making positive changes!
CW 144
GW 130
How I plan to get there is:
60 mins of cardio everyday
Taking a fitness class twice a week
Walking after meals
LIMITING ALCHOHOL. I couldn't believe how many calories I was consuming from beer
I forgot to say that in my own plan- limiting the alcohol is HUGE! I am a bartender so it is extra hard when people are always tying to buy drinks for me, free! I love IPAs....like 300 cals each! aaah!0 -
I am a 45 year old student! Just about to start my thrid year, I start on September 16th so thats 8 full weeks.
I went out with a guy who liked to eat out nearly every night - put on a ton of weight! Im not with him now so I need to get me back...what was I thinking!!!
Im 5'8'' and big frame.
I am now at 172lbs
So a reasonable goal would be 2 lbs a week right so I am aiming for 160 lbs
I am dancing Ceroc twice a week and an hours walk other days.
I also have a cross trainer I can use every morning for 30 minutes!
Exercise is good but IT HURTS!!! This kind of puts me off...but I know its a great feeling when I come off!
Right on! Welcome to the group! Thank God I cannot afford to eat out often because I know I would do it all the time! haha. You will bounce back- the body loves to be healthy:) Good luck!0 -
What a coincidence that you sent a friend request my way because I was just about to send you one myself. lol I am currently 135 lbs & your current weight is where I wish to be, around 125-127 lbs. Our weight goals are VERY much similar. Girl what are some things that you did in order to get your weight down & what length of time did it take for you to start seeing results?0
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I'll be starting my second year of college and I gained weight within my first year of being away at college. I've been working on getting in shape this summer and I'd like to be down at least 10 lbs by the time I go back to school. I'm 5' 4" and 138lbs. I have to go back in 3 weeks actually to start training to be an RA but I will get to use the gym then. Right now I just try to run about 1-3 miles everyday and do strength training at home since I don't have a gym membership here. My ultimate goal weight is 115.0
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Hey guys!
Starting my senior year in the fall woohoo!!!
I've been using MFP consistently all summer. I am 5'6".
HW: (start of the summer) 150
CW: ? I don't have a scale with me, and since I'm doing the insanity program I'm not going to worry about it until I am done with the program (12 days!!).
GW (by fall): 135
Ultimate GW: 130
Best of luck to everyone! And feel free to add me!!0 -
Hey! I am heading back to school in about a month and would love to get fit and get a good routine down for when I get back. I am a nursing student and will also be working full-time so it will be extremely hard for me to find time to workout and eat right. I'm looking for suggestions and advice on this tough journey.
I am 5'9" and currently 157 pounds. Though my goal weight is 150 pounds, honestly I could care less what the scale says. I just want to look and feel healthy. I've been working out about 5 days a week but my horrible eating habits are sabotaging my health and body.
Anyways, I'm new to this so please add me with advice and motivation and I will do the same for you!
Thanks!0 -
Looking through these posts, this will probably make me look like a baby, but I'm throwing it out there that I'm starting college in the fall! Would like to arrive looking hot haha. Please add me if you'd like Hopefully where I can get to before late August will not only boost my self confidence but will stick as a lifestyle enough to keep off that "freshman 15"...
Height: 5'1
CW: 117.5
GW: 1060 -
Hello! My name is Mairead, I am going to be a junior in college this year. I try to run at least four times a week (4-6 miles) and cross train two days (swimming, elliptical, stationary bike, etc.).
I kind of made up my own diet rules:
1. No meat other than small amounts of chicken and lean fish
2. Drinking lots of water at least 5 bottles a day (I live in Texas, soooo)
3. Cutting out the three C's (chocolate bars, chips, cereal with lots of sugar)
Height: 5'6
SW: 131 (BMI: 21.5)
CW: 124 (BMI: 20.3)
GW: 120 (BMI: 19.7)
Please add me! I love to motivate people and I want people to help me out too!0 -
Hello everyone!
I'm a few days shy of being a month away from move-in day and I am new to myfitnesspal! I found out I was lactose intolerant in April, and have shed 10 pounds since coming home for the summer just from my new diet!
I had a very publicly rough first 2 years at school, and I want to return better than ever. My confidence and attitude have grown tremendously, and I am excited to continue my journey to being healthier.
Height: 5'4"
Weight when I left school: 159 lbs.
Current weight: 147 lbs.
Goal weight (by 8/20): 136 lbs.
I am excited to be a member of this group and wish everyone the best of luck!0
