[Lovely]

to the WW MM Challenge! Goal Setting & Week 1!

This challenge is beginning September 3rd, and a Final Update thread will be posted October 29th.

It was a HOT summer , and now we're on our way to a cooler Autumn !

With the change in weather comes the fact that a certain chunk of Holidays are on their way! Let's keep on track now so it's a strong habit as the Holiday Season rounds the corner!

Rules: Easy as a small slice of pie (as long as you track it! )!

Pick a goal, any goal, and post it here! Pick many goals if you wish! They don't have to be weight-related, but they certainly can be. Whatever healthy goals you make, they're all good. Anything to take steps over the next two months towards a healthier you.





A new thread will be posted each Monday for the new week. Simply update everyone on how you're doing at any point that week, or even every day! Whatever helps you achieve your goals. Keep accountable, and keep coming back

This is a very loose challenge. Not everyone weighs in on the same day, nor will we all have the same goals. Don't worry about doing things exactly as someone else, just join in to talk about how you're doing, and encourage others!

The last week there will be a final update thread.

So... JOIN IN! Yes, YOU! Post a goal! We want to see you reach it

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For those who are interested, some of our challenge members enjoy tracking their weigh-ins on a spreadsheet. It is completely optional.

Here's the Link to the September/October Spreadsheet!

If you've never used the sheet before, Please see the attached thumbnail below for instructions on how to use the spreadsheet properly

Enjoy!

[Lovely]

Hi everyone!

Wow, I can't believe we're already into September

I'm looking forward to making, and achieving a few goals. Let's see...

1) One day/moment at a time. I'm more likely to stick with my healthier choices when I don't feel overwhelmed.

2) Keep the Good Health Guidelines in mind. It's not difficult to follow them, and no matter what's going on they're a good way to keep focused on my health.

3) Movement. Something every day. This one is fairly easy. A short walk. Some yoga. Anything to stretch and move.

4) Keep stocked up on the fresh produce from the area. Not only is having healthy options on hand a great way to stay on plan, but it's all part of keeping track of the Good Health Guidelines. Lots of good here.

That's it for now! Nothing too difficult, and really if I get to the heart of the matter it's all about taking care of myself, because I like me!

Can't wait to see everyone's goals and to work towards them with everyone!

[beachluvr79]

Lovely Awesome thread! And cool spreadsheet, I've never seen that before.

I'm definitely in! My goals are to move more! I know it will help so much.
1. Get in a 20 minute walk everyday. No excuses
2. Weights at least 4x a week for my flabby arms
3. Stay within my points

There, now that doesn't seem too hard

[LittleKiwi]

Great thread, thanks

My goals are:

1) Stick to my allocated points each week.
2) Exercise at least 3 times per week.
3) Track everything!
4) Resist temptation when people bring lovely food to work for everyone to share. This is happening every other day at the moment

Looking forward to my first weigh in tomorrow!

[Shadowcat1978]

Hi everyone, I participated in a couple of these challenges earlier this year and last year, and they help me to stay focused. Since the last challenge I have been maintaining, but I'm ready to begin losing again. I have also started working in the Beck Diet workbook, but I'm moving through it very slowly to make sure each step sticks.

My goals are:
1. Lose 10 pounds
2. Continue working through the Beck diet program

[kireos]

I've never participated in any challenges before - This will be my first! I'm hoping it will help focus on my goals for the rest of the year.

1.) Lose 10 lbs
2.) Quit soda for good - especially the diet stuff. Just water from here on out!
3.) Move/be active everyday, whether its walking around the neighborhood or taking the stairs - something to get me moving.

[Rhabdoviridae]

Hey guys, I'm new to the forums and new to WW in general. Hope it isn't too late to hop into the challenge :]

1. First week - Stay within 25 points each day. [My allotted points are 23 but because I'm new to the points system I'm going to give myself a little leigh-weigh to encourage myself, at least to get started.]

2. Compile a bunch of easy to track recipes and start planning out meals.

3. Stop snacking so heavily on weekends.

As the months progress, I'd like to eat 23 points each day and get back into my work out routine. Classes just started up again, so I've been a little wonky. But I'll bite off little bites at a time for now :]

[nancylmrn]

Thank you again Lovely for starting the thread! I do enjoy them if for not other reason just to hold me accountable to the chickies here!

OK Goals this round:
1. Since I have pretty much maintained now for the past 6 months I would like to drop just 5lbs this time, just want to inch under the 150 mark
2. Stop making excuses and get to the gym after work @ least 4 nights.
3. Be more diligent about tracking
4. Keep hunting for those great recipes that are low points, bursting with flavor and filling!

[Lovely]

Hi everyone! So happy to see you all join in

It's never to late to join in on the challenge, so if there are any other lurkers out there just pop on in when you're comfortable. No one's gonna kick you out It's just about keeping ourselves accountable to a group!

Originally Posted by beachluvr79

Lovely Awesome thread! And cool spreadsheet, I've never seen that before.

Sweet goals, beachluvr! I hear you on the "no excuses" for walks. Glad you like the spreadsheet, feel free to use it if it suits you! It was created thanks to a handful of great 3FC members who have been in and around the WW area.

Originally Posted by LittleKiwi

Great thread, thanks

Hi LittleKiwi! Glad to have you join us! Back when I was working in an office it felt like I was surrounded by a Gingerbread House due to how often co-workers would bring in treats Stay strong, and good luck avoiding the temptations!

Originally Posted by Shadowcat1978

Hi everyone [...]

Hey Shadowcat! Good luck on the weight loss, and I wish you a lot of success with the Beck program. I've found to be a very useful read!

Originally Posted by kireos

I've never participated in any challenges before - This will be my first! I'm hoping it will help focus on my goals for the rest of the year.

Welcome to the challenge, kireos! Those are some great goals for the next two months Sticking with it isn't always the easiest thing in the world, but I swear having this challenge to keep me accountable has been great. Checking in with all the chicas on how they're doing is wonderful! Good luck with your goals!

Originally Posted by Rhabdoviridae

Hey guys, I'm new to the forums and new to WW in general. Hope it isn't too late to hop into the challenge :]

Rhabdoviridae! Glad to have you join us on the forums AND on this challenge! You've got some awesome goals, and I hope we get to see you achieve them over the next two months! Give us your updates when you can!

Originally Posted by nancylmrn

Thank you again Lovely for starting the thread! I do enjoy them if for not other reason just to hold me accountable to the chickies here!

Hey Nancy Super awesome to see you join in the challenge, again. I love seeing you here all the time. Your dedication is catching! Can't wait to see you in the challenge thread these next two months. As always, love your goals!

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So far so good here. I've stocked up on some veggies for a salad dinner tonight, and I'll be taking my walk a little later in the evening when it's a tad cooler.

Cheering everyone on!

[Chele615]

I just went and added my name back on the spreadsheet. I had a rough summer and am hoping that with the return of my teaching schedule, I can get back into a routine and start to feel successful again.

Goals:

1) Hopefully get back to (or pass) the 173.8 mark where it seems that I hit it and it's like a wall! haha
2) Work on running outside for a Turkey Trot that my school district is putting on in early November.
3) TRACK TRACK TRACK!!!!!

[beachluvr79]

LittleKiwi - The girls I work with are always bringing in treats and goodies. They know I'm trying to eat healthy but still they offer me stuff. I'm sure they are just being nice and not trying to sabotage me (I hope ). Last week a lady brought in cookies and came in my cube and insisted I take one. "It's just one" she said. So I took it and as soon as she walked out I threw it in the trash. Ahhhh.. that felt so much better than that ol' cookie would have tasted.

[Iluvfudge]

Just what I needed to get my booty on track! I have slowly gained back 10 pounds over the past 4 months...and ...lost a bit of motivation along the way. I'm ready to feel better about me! 10 pounds is ambitious but got to start somewhere
goals:
move, move, move
Track
Meal planning

Good luck to all!!

[LittleKiwi]

Well done you beachluvr! It's not easy though eh. Drives me crazy! I think that if it keeps happening at my work I will go for a quick walk rather than take my break in the staffroom. That way I won't have to look at it!

I have just completed my first week back at Weight Watchers and am VERY proud to be able to say that I have lost 1.3kg in my first week. Time now to get ready for week 2!

[beachluvr79]

Yay LittleKiwi!! Ok, I had to look up the conversion to kg. That's awesome!

Iluvfudge - you can do it!!!

I wanted to ask you ladies how often you weigh? I use to be strictly a monday weigh in. Then I plateaued for several weeks and started weighing daily. And it kinda stuck. Sometimes twice a day. Am I being obsessive, or no harm in it?

Hope everyone has a wonderful day!!!

[nancylmrn]

Well I had my weigh in this am and am ready to go! I so want to break this 5/6 month cycle and get below 150. I know that does not sound like much but geez something has got to give. I am renewing my efforts at the gym and am going to try a different routine. One day cardio, one day weights and see if that will help.

I always love the new challenge everyone is soooo motivated