Hey there vicky!! I'd love to join in for Sept. Focus I think this is going to be a great challenge because not only willit should us the weight loss.. but how we are doing ir and keeps us on track!! this is an awesome idea.. even to those not joining just watching!!!

I'm really excited about this and hope there is still time to join in Thanks!

Yay!!! That's great news Loveat116.

The ladies and I are talking about meeting up in Chat for support during the September challenge. We are trying to work out the time zones etc. If you would be able to attend what day and time will be best for you?

Hi there... Yes, you have plenty of time to join. So far the plan is to weigh in on the September 1st. That way we are all be on the same page. Focusing on our eating plans and exercise plan. And, we are working on a day and time to meet up in Chat for support. How does sound to you?

You are right, this will be a great motivation for others. I know we will all be successful. I am so happy you and everyone have joined.. Woo--Hoo...

Welcome loveat116 and AEL33107!! I look forward to hearing from you during the challenge!

Ok I am on Australian Eastern Standard Time GMT +10:00
So that makes it difficult lol.

I could be on chat from 9am-5:30pm GMT:+10!

Monday 27 August - Week Preceding September Challenge!

Weight: 57.9kg

Weight loss approach: No counting calories this week! Just eating LOTS of fresh fruit and vegies. I am eating oatmeal for brekkie with honey. Snacking on fruit throughout the day, a salad sandwich for lunch, and eating a small portion of what my mum makes for dinner.
Exercise:I am exercising for at least 60 minutes a day. Most of the time it is just walking with hills. I am aiming to do four cardio sessions this week and 2 swims!

Weight Goal for 3rd September: 57.0kg

Cool, I might as well add mine:

Monday 27 August - Week Preceding September Challenge!

Weight: 63.5 kg.

Weight loss approach: 1000 to 1500 calories a day. Basically avoid the massive fruit-binges I tend to have.

Exercise: Go with the flow... I like running so it's a question of resting when my body's tired.

Weight Goal for 3rd September: 62 kg.

BTW Loveat, you're at my ideal BMI

Hey Vicky and everyone!! Meeting at the chat room is a great idea.. i dont think i have ever umm seen the chatroom.... ... ... ...

I'm on the east cost of USA, so i'll stick to world time i'm available 0500-0600 and then 1700-2100 hundred hours. Basically 5am-6am eastern time and 5pm-9pm eatsern time. I'm usually on and off during those times inbetween cleaning and cooking but i'll make thew time to have a great challenge with all of you and am really looking forward to seeing how everyone does!!!

oo a nice warm up to the challenge.. sounds GREAT!


Monday 27 August - Week Preceding September Challenge!

Weight: 243.2

Weight loss approach: Flip your meals!
Breakfast=Lunch Lunch=Eatting dinner Dinner: Time for breakfast. Counting Dinner and Breakfast calories. 1 fruit and 1 vegetable in every meal.

Exercise: 4 more miles til i'm at 50 miles running.. so keep pushing to that. Maintain your cardio work outs (1-2 mile jog/run and 2 mile bike). Morning workout remains unchanged. Evening cooldown workout is switching but will have to post later. This week: Focus on cardio and stomach muscles. No arm work outs this week.. avoiding boxing. Saturday: Double the cardio (morning and night) Sunday: double the ab workouts morning &night.

Weight Goal for 3rd September: 240.0

Monday 27 August - Week Preceding September Challenge!

Weight: 178 lbs.

Weight loss approach: 1000 Calories per day

Exercise: Treadmill, elliptical, swimming, aerobic DVD's

Weight Goal for 3rd September: 165 lbs.

you should try portionpal.com

LOL, I will have a take a minute to figure this one out.. I am not the greatest with time zones coordination.

Hi Funforsummer and welcome...

This is a great idea and right on time. I am trying to figure out the foods and the calorie/portion sizes. Thanks so much. I will go to the site today.

P.S.

Are you taking the FOCUS challenge with us?

Okay, so I can do Saturday or Friday during the 1700-2100 hours. But, I am flexible during the week right now while I work out my life..LOL! Hmmm...I need to read through the other posting and see how we can all synchrondize.

Okay, here's my plan preceding September Challenge:

I will continue to workout in the morning for 30 to 60 minutes on treadmill including upper body exercise for my flabby arms.

I will eat small meals every 2 hours as possible. Meals will be about 250 calories each give or take a few. But, no more than 1500 calories daily. The challenge is to stick to the schedule of 9am, 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm. I know this speeds up the metabolism when done correctly. I will start implementing the eating times tomorrow.

Also, drink plenty of water and take vitamins.

Aim for 8 hours of sleep if possible.

Believe in self and encourage others. And, above all FOCUS: Follow One Course Until Successful.

So far today I've had:

1 small bowl of watermelon

3 mini muffins (my homemade concoction..) But, it taste great..

About 40 ozs of water and a mug of spearmint/peppermint tea.

For Lunch:

2 ozs of Salmon
1 cup of string beans
1 cup of garden salad with sprinkles of Parmesan Cheese

I don't know what else I will have today outside of another helping of fruit, and salad.

I exercised on the treadmill for 31.23 minutes.

I didn't weigh in this morning so I will have to do it tomorrow. I don't want to be discourage for it close to that time of month. And, I know I am retaining water.

You all are doing so well, keep up the great work.