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After 22 years in the service and being relatively slim (never failed tape, but never passed weight...confusing I know but all military types out there understand the difference) I recently retired. I had accumulated 78 days of "final vacation days", along with "job hunting vacation days", which put me at 98 days of…

Please remember when performing the Burpies everyone, to PACE yourself. This is an exercise with a slower rep speed as to avoid getting light-headed and passing out. You can always "go for speed" on the other exercises. Doing "speed reps" with Burpiees can make some people pass out. Otherwise, AWESOME WORK everyone! Point…

I would also suggest realistic goals for everyone. It's recommended that you don't try to lose more than 2 lbs a week as anything past that you're endangering losing muscle weight instead of fat weight. One pound of fat is equivalent to 3500 calories. If you are able to build a defecit of 500 calories a day over 7 days…

GOALS: - My true goal was (and remains) 40 lbs by my birthday (13 June). For this "50 Day Challenge" it's a consistent 1.5 lbs a week or more, so at least 10.5 lbs. - Not overwork myself, but focus INSTEAD on the "fuel going in the car"! NUTRITION!! NUTRITION!! NUTRITION!! - Motivate everyone to keep that laser focus and a…

Good nutritional information for everyone in the challenge. http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/4-nutrition-strategies-help-sculpt-body.htm Remember, your diet (nutritional needs/intake) is a MAJOR component for your weight-loss goals. Just as important as exercise and rest. Do your search and commit to tackling this oft-time…

Can you give me an example of one of these "daily challenges" you mentioned? :smile:

Hi, Chris here (first time poster). What does the challenge involve? Is it a set workout? Nutrition plan? Or is it simply (and not to begrudge it) a daily moral support to workout for 7 weeks?