5 Week 5k Walk Training - Completed!

Friday, March 16, 2012

Whoo Hoo! SP has helped me with consistency. By following the 3 training workout plans as suggested for 5 weeks I have finished! That's a big deal for me. I'm one of those people who starts things but has a problem finishing them.

This challenge is finishing up just as the 5% spring challenge begins. That will help mecontinue to build momentum and set my sights on this longer challenge (8 weeks). I've committed to continue walking 3x per week. The goal - 5 miles by the March of Dimes Walk on April 28th.

Thank you everyone who has been and will be supporting me. I'm better prepared to help someone else now. You're all great!

  

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MTNGRL 3/16/2012 10:14PM

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DANCINCAJUN1 3/16/2012 7:36PM

Fantastic .... I'm right behind you .... hurt my ankle today working in the yard but gonna hit the final walk/run in the morning !! let's do it ! Report Inappropriate Comment

RGEETING 3/16/2012 6:53PM

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5% Spring Challenge - The Flat Belly Way

Thursday, March 15, 2012

My chosen eating plan will follow the flat-belly/Mediterranean style of eating. It is recommended to have 4 meals of 400 calories each, which includes at least one MUFA* per meal.

I will have to split one of the meals as I eat 5 per day. We all know depriving ourselves won't last long before we rebel and end up eating more. I will also lower my calories slightly so that I am consuming between 1350 and 1550 calories per day.

*MUFAs (pronounced moo-fah) are monounsaturated fatty acids, plant-based fats found in some of the world's most delicious foods--avocado, nuts and seeds, oils, olives, and dark chocolate

  

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DANCINCAJUN1 3/15/2012 10:10PM

oh my I didn't know I ate MUFAs .... thanks for the knowledge learned .... sounds like a great plan ... Roc Report Inappropriate Comment

WALKINGRED 3/15/2012 7:04PM

I like your plan! I love the Mediterranean diet.. Avocados, nuts, dark chocolate- those are some of my favorite foods! Best of luck to you, fellow Daisy! Report Inappropriate Comment

My Pledge to the Determined Daisies

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

We are going to have a great time together meeting the 8 week challenge. I still feel like a kid going off to summer camp!

I pledge to honor the rules and do my very best to help the team meet our goals.
I pledge to lift up and encourage any member who needs it.
I pledge to cheer for each of you.
I pledge to finish this challenge.
I pledge to continue supporting you after the challenge comes to an end.

  

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CAPTHAMMER 3/15/2012 12:50PM

We are thrilled to have as a Daisy! Welcome to the team. Report Inappropriate Comment

PARAEAST 3/14/2012 9:45AM

Sounds like great goals now to go and do them. Report Inappropriate Comment

DANCINCAJUN1 3/13/2012 7:26PM

sounds like some great dedication there my friend .... 3 days til my race day !! Roc Report Inappropriate Comment

Spring 2012 5% 8 Week Challenge - Goals/Plan

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Short-term Goal (8 weeks)

2 1/2 % weight loss (4 week point); total 5% by end of week 8
Lose 1-2 pant sizes
Accomplish Virtual 3K
Accomplish 5 mile walk
Lower cholesterol (will publish count when lab work comes back)
Be within healthy bp range

GET OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Reasons:

*To be healthier, stronger & more flexible
* To build confidence in myself. This challenge will help me build consistency.
*Being accountable, not just to myself
*Sharing a goal with others. Camaraderie.
*Freedom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Exercise Plan:

Pilates for strength x2 per week
Walking x3 per week
Free days to try new things

Eating Plan:

Follow the Meditteranian Plan (sp doesn't count!), including at least one MUFA per meal.
Eat 5 small meals per day

Misc.

Follow team challenges/guidelines
Check in with my team every day
Help others acheive their goals


Rewards:

Join Team: Shoes
Week One finish (3/23) Earrings
Week Two finish (3/30) Message
Week Three finish (4/6) Easter Outfit
Week Four fnish (4/13) Sports top
Week Five finish (4/20) New Hat
Week Six finish (4/27) Charm for completing 5 mile (but given on Sat)
Week Seven finish (5/4) Charm bracelette (i know, i know....)
Week Eight finish (5/11) Picnic to celebrate! New shorts?

  

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DTSOBEL 3/13/2012 4:36PM

What is MUFA? Looks like great goals and rewards. Looking forward to a great 8 weeks. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBBIEDAY 3/13/2012 4:00PM

You CAN do this!!!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

CATHYGETSFIT 3/11/2012 9:46PM

It looks like you have a good plan! I like what you have set up to reward yourself too! Good luck! Cathy Report Inappropriate Comment

RGEETING 3/11/2012 6:50PM

May you accomplish your goals! Report Inappropriate Comment

CHLOESUE 3/11/2012 2:32PM

You put a lot of thought into your goals.Thanks again for the invitation to Spring 5% Challenge.I am really looking forward to it.Would love to be on the same team but we will know in a few days.I love the idea of a charm reward.I have one of those Pandora like bead and charm bracelets that I am still putting together.I should set some rewards like you have and add maybe a charm or a bead or two during the challenge when I meet a weekly goal.They will mean more to me this way. Good luck during the challenge! Report Inappropriate Comment

DANCINCAJUN1 3/11/2012 1:27PM

sounds good to me !! I'll join you when I finish the 5K .... that will be a new goal for me .... I definitely need to get back in the losing bracket !! Report Inappropriate Comment

MTNGRL 3/11/2012 12:36PM

Looks like you are setting up a system for much success! I agree your reward system is fantastic! Do you take Pilates class or do a DVD? I have a DVD that I do once in a while & should be doing it more often. Can't wait to see you in new shorts, looking great with that new charm and bracelet! Report Inappropriate Comment

LALASLAND 3/11/2012 11:11AM

Your reward system you set up is so great! I love it! Report Inappropriate Comment

Lesson Learned

Friday, March 09, 2012

Hubby got it in his head I'd be starving and ready for a meal after the bloodwork. Even though I packed a pb & banana sandwich we went out for breakfast.

I was pleased to see the low cal choices. They included egg sub, turkey bacon, sf syrup, and small pancakes. All under 400 calories. Hubby got the bacon, I ate the rest along with a glass of oj. I was pleased with my choice considering they didn't offer the actual nutrition of the meal, other than calorites.

I came home and tracked. To my horror that breakfast was almost 900g of sodium. By this time I had already had a yogurt for a snack and pizza with goat cheese. There is nothing to do but watch more carefully.

I can't go back, but I have learned my lesson.

  

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MTNGRL 3/10/2012 5:27PM

Oh wow that happens to me all the time. I think the offering looks good, low in calories, lean protein and than whamo the sodium is out of sight. Next thing I know it is marshmallow ankles time again. Drink plenty of water to flush it out. I hate going out to eat now and my hubby loves it. Funny thing is I can cook much healthier versions here at home..oh, maybe that is why he wants to go out! Report Inappropriate Comment

RGEETING 3/10/2012 2:01AM

Live and learn, eh? It's okay... they'll be a new lesson to learn tomorrow! :-) At least there is for me! lol Have a good weekend! Report Inappropriate Comment

LALASLAND 3/10/2012 12:15AM

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DANCINCAJUN1 3/9/2012 8:10PM

lessons we learn every day are so important to our road to success ... I think you did great !! Roc Report Inappropriate Comment

WENDYJM4 3/9/2012 8:01PM

yes sodium can be a real problem. I have found that I need to check all nutrition as I run into that problem before and with me having CKD I need to be extra careful. It is not easy. Report Inappropriate Comment

PARAEAST 3/9/2012 7:43PM

Yes the sodium can be amazing. I have hbp so I have to watch it too. I just ate probably too much black raspberry ice cream. The qt is almost expired and it was warm today. No one in the family will eat it either. Too many excuses. I try when I eat ice cream to eat .25 cup 1/2 the serving size. Not sure if that happened today. Oh well, tomorrow is another day. Hopefully we'll make better choices. Take care. Great blog! Report Inappropriate Comment