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Thank you for the countdown activities. I am ready. I did find some new advice that I have added to my weekly calendar - Don't be perfect, Focus on doing what I can do.

I have a habit tracker. I think it will help me do the posting most days.

I took my measurements and I am recording in MFP

I need to be more mindful when eating. I am going to try to stop and pray before and after each meal. Just a minute or two before I start eating and when I finish may help me be more present while I am eating. I want to see if this makes a difference.

Do something active every day. Either walk or do a strength routine. There are some stretching movements most days.

Eat high lean protein. Shoot for 100 grams a day. Eat lots and lots of low starchy vegetables so I am full. Eat in a 6 hour window from Noon to 6 PM. Only eat foods I like...allowing myself to try some new foods at times.

Goals 1. Eat in a 6 hour window - this does decrease my cravings 2. Focus my eating on lean proteins and lots of vegetables - keeps me from getting hungry 3. Move every day. Some days walking. Some days strength routine. Exercise increases my energy 4. Track my food and exercise. Keeps me accountable. If I don't take care…

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I just want to focus on being consistent. Eating in a 6 hour window - Intermittent Fasting, daily exercise...some days walking, some days strength routine, eating healthy foods. Choosing lean proteins, lots of vegetables, avoiding processed foods. Have a Great and Healthy Day!!! Gretl

I love this self-care wheel Have a Great and Healthy Day!!! Gretl

Love the Creativity Have a Great and Healthy Day!!! Gretl

What do you like to be called? Gretl How did you learn about the 5% Challenges? Found you on MyFitnessPal - don't remember how. How many 5% Challenges have you completed? several What do you like to do for fun? read What major city do you live in or near? State? Tell us a bit about where you live. Live in FL in Panama…

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Kitchen is ready. Goals are set. Ready to go. Have a Great and Healthy Day!!! Gretl

Ready to measure and weight in the morning. Have a Great & Healthy Day!!! Gretl

I have set up al the challenge dates in my calendar Have a Great & Healthy Day!!!

I have been a stress eater all my life. When I have a deadline at work, a difficult situation to deal with, or a hurricane that is threatening...I have a high impulse to eat...and sometimes eat a comfort food or dessert which really gets me off track. Bread and high sugar desserts create a craving for even more of the…

EXERCISE: - I commit to exercise for 30 minutes each morning. I will alternate walking and a strength/flexible routine. In addition I want to keep increasing my steps. I spend too much time walking during the day working at a desk. I will set a timer and get up and walk 250 steps most hours before returning to my desk.…

MEAL PLAN: What has worked to help me lose 60 pounds so far is: Intermittent Fasting 18:6 which means eating meals between Noon and 6PM. With Healthy Keto which means at least 50% of my plate is filled with non-starchy vegetable, then 25% protein, then high fiber fruits and healthy fats complete the meal. What this means…

GOAL: Get to goal weight of 125. I have been bouncing around just above goal for months. I want to get there. WHY: Getting to a healthy weight and staying there increases health span which is actually more important than life span. I am 71 years old and I want to live my 4th quarter which as much health as possible. It…

@Ceriusly1 - Thanks for laying out the plan for LTGL for this challenge. Allows some planning in advance. I know it takes a lot of work to put this together. Thanks. There are many choices for each challenge and some may apply more to a person than another...but getting a good balance is always a great Idea...so just want…

Tiny habits make a difference. @Ceriusly1 - thanks for - Fitter Fitness For Fall: Crossing the Finish Line. I don't know who created this slogan...but kudos to them. That is a good mantra for making changes in our health journey. Have a Great and Healthy Day!!! Gretl

What do you like to be called? Gretl How did you learn about the 5% Challenges? I have participated before How many 5% Challenges have you done? I think 4 What do you like to do for fun? Read, visit grandkids. What major city do you live in or near? State? Tell us a bit about where you live. I currently live in Panama…

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What do you like to be called? Gretl How did you learn about the 5% Challenges? I don't remember - saw it on MFP somewhere How many 5% Challenges have you done? Several What do you like to do for fun? I love to read. Spend time with grandkids. Do Sudoku puzzles. What major city do you live in or near? State? Tell us a bit…

If you need more motivation, think of 10 reasons why you should exercise. What is your #1 reason to exercise? 1 - Strength Training Exercises help me get stronger and makes every day living easier - can can bring in a big package of drinks after grocery shopping because I am strong enough. 2 - Exercise actually increases…

Countdown & Pre-Challenge Activity 3 - Healthy Eating & Nutrition Plan I have been successful to this point with Intermittent fasting - eating between noon and 6 PM every day. And then a healthy Keto eating plan:* Generally a large salad with 6 to 8 cups of greens, 4 ounces of protein - generally 2 to 4 ounces of chicken…

Countdown & Pre-Challenge Activity #2 - SET SOME 🥅GOALS🥅! 📓Your assignment: SET SOME GOALS! ~ Set a specific goal (or goals). 1. Get to my goal weight of 125. I have just a few more pounds to go...but they are being pretty stubborn. 2. Stay in the range of 123 pounds to 126 pounds for the rest of the challenge. Learn new…