Thanks to the ladies who sent in your info! See the original thread here. Please vote for the lady you feel is deserving of the 50 dollar prize! The person with the second highest votes will receive a DVD from the Firm series. If you’re voting, please keep in mind not only the pictures, but the goals accomplished along the way! All voting will end Friday March 26th at midnight!
Natural Nubian13
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Measurements
Weight: 205.5lbs (-14.5lbs)
Waist (smallest): 34 in (- 1 ¼ in )
Bellybutton (waist): 37 3/8 in (-1 in)
Hips: 48 in (-1 ½ in) I have a hard time measuring my hips so this might be wrong
Arms : 13 ¼ in (-1 3/8 in)
Goals
Exercise
· Couch to 5k Training
o Currently I am up to running 2.75 miles. A little bit behind due to sickness, work and motivation, but I am still on track for my 5K which will be April 3. I am very impressed with myself, seeing as before the challenge I couldn’t even run a mile.
Exercise 5-6 times a week (run 3x)
o For most weeks I was able to run at least 5 days a week. Also was able to run 3x most weeks for 5k training.
Food
· I haven’t had red meat or soda since the beginning of the year. I’m not sure if this is contributing to my weight loss, but I think I’m going to continue this for a while. However I have picked up a horrible coffee habit L
· Followed the WW point system (very) loosely. Overall, I just tried to make sure that most of my meals had less than 7 grams of fat and 500 calories. Also tried portion control, which is always an issue.
· Veggies….I tried to eat some every night for dinner but that did not last long. I know I need to eat them, but most days its just not convenient . I will continue to add this to my long term goals
Overall Assessment/ Future Goals
Weight Loss – Overall I am very proud of myself. It’s crazy how fast the weight can come off if you keep exercising and eating healthy. However, after looking at the before and after pictures I expected to see more a difference. The results don’t seem as drastic as I wanted them to be
Future Goals
Short Term
· Be under 200 by the time of my 5k April 3 (I don’t know if this is possible, but I’m going to try)
· Loss another 15 lbs in 2 months
Long Term
· Be under 170 by October2010
· Food—I need to focus more on eating more veggies, less carbs, and more portion control. Luckily my schedule keeps me really busy so I don’t have that much time to eat. However I am very proud of myself, because even when I had bad days (or a bad meal) ….it was just that. I didn’t give up or turn it into a reason why it was ok for to go back to whatever I wanted to eat.
· Exercise—I am very proud of myself. A year ago I never thought that I would be running a 5k. I could never even see myself running over a mile to be honest. Now only a quarter of a mile away from being where I need to be. Group exercise has also saved me. I have come to truly LOVE Zumba. I do it 3x a week if possible. The people there keep me motivated, and it makes exercising fun.
o Future Goals: Continue with exercise regime. Stay consistent with running. Learn be less of a procrastinator at work, because it ultimately effects my work out schedule.
OC_Swimmer
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· Goal #1: Swim 3 times a week (1650 yards minimum)
Result = 3+ times a week (currently swimming 2500 yards every practice)
· Goal #2: Get outside to exercise and train for a mini triathlon (add Walk/Jog 2 times a week , Biking once a week)
Result = When the weather was not too cold –got out once a week
· Goal #3: Drink 64oz of water a day
Result=Pretty consistent with 32oz of water a day
· Goal #4: Stick to single servings (portion control)
Result=This was really directed towards my dinner habits. I really tried to cut down on the carbs and the slab of meat on my plate. Upped my intake of vegetables.
· Goal #5: 10% reduction of weight and body fat
Result = Weight 3.6% reduction, body fat 2.7% reduction
Weight (January 2010) = 222 lb
Weight (March 2010) = 214 lbs
What I have learned….
This challenge was a lot of fun. I enjoyed sharing and being accountable. Now that spring weather is finally here I really want to continue this challenge and continue reducing my body fat (I can live with lbs, but not the body fat). Swimming alone is not helping me reach my goals…I have to add weight barring exercise into my routine. My first mini-tri is the end of May. Wish me luck.
p.s. do not plan a BC in the middle of winter.
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Here are my pics. I am down to a size 12. My weight is currently 178 so I did not any pounds. I do Zumba twice a week. Last night was my first night on kickboxing. Although I have not lost weight but feel better. The most important thing that I have gained is a little more self confifence. The excercise also has helped my mood.
Hey there and thanks for reading! I'm a 28 year old wife and mom whose main goal is to get and stay healthy! Join me on my quest to reach my weight and fitness goals with a few races along the way!
You can race, run, and swim...and you don't have to be a size 2 to do it!
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Good job to all of the ladies! You are awesome!
Way to go ladies!!! You all look sensational!!!