SparkPeople Official January Jumpstart Fitness Challenge Team Messageboard

Yet another victim of Yo-yo Dieting

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:03:03 EST

Well hello there. One month ago I was happy about having lost 8 pounds for my wedding. Now, not only have I gained again those 8 pounds but added 6 more. Why, you ask me? well, as for sure many of you have experienced, I am a victim of Yo-yo dieting. I find myself avoiding some foods and exercising regularly during a couple of months and, as soon as I see results, instead of keeping up the good work I go back to my old habits and even indulge into some serious Binge eating. It is not until I ...

Keeping it going ...

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 08:37:36 EST

Anyone else continuing with these videos, even once the Challenge has been met?
I love these little videos. I tack one on at the end of my 30+ minute cardio 4 days per week, before work. It is just enough to do SOMETHING, but not overwhelming. Then I try to use the weight machines at the gym on my 2 days off. I feel much stronger, and notice some muscle definition that has been lacking in years past.

This has been a great challenge for me! Thanks Coach Nicole!

Ready to get fit and healthy

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:21:16 EST

Hi everyone!!
I am 45 years of age and I am so over weight so hopefully this 4 week challenge
will help me get on the right track.

Week 2

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:10:18 EST

Well, week 2 was a total bust for me. But instead of giving up or leaving and "starting over" this time, I'm pressing forward. I plan on doing much better this week. I've planned out an awesome menu for the week and I plan on getting my daily fitness which I didn't do last week. Here's to a MUCH better week 3! 381

I am alive and well

Fri, 8 Mar 2013 10:09:21 EST

It has has been rough for the last 18 months, I have lost a lot and gained more. currently I am recovering from surgery and not able to work out like I want to.In the meantime I am taking eating healthy classes and started a tai chi course. I am very disappointed that I am not allowed to roller skate yet , but the doctor did say I can take my favorite spin class with low intensity. So you see I have slowed down quit a bit but I still alive and well.

Week 1

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 12:49:01 EST

Well, I've finished week 1. Not my best but better than I've been doing. I got in 4 out of 7 workouts. I've been doing 0-2, so that's an improvement. I'm going to try harder week 2. I can do this!

Feeling Awesome!

Sun, 3 Mar 2013 07:22:33 EST

I did the January Jumpstart Fitness Challenge and continue with my exercises at my local YMCA.I started at 194lbs and today I got on the scale and it said 187LBS. I am down 7 LBS.
The changes that I made walking on the track for 4 days 3 miles then to 4 miles plus cardio eating more vegetable are making the difference. I am feeling Awesome this morning and will continue on my healthy journey. We can do it! 205 279

Hi

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:39:38 EST

I'm just now starting with spark people. I need to supplement with my current diet called the S diet, which is no sugar, no sweets, and no seconds on days that don't start with an S. On the S days I eat what I want within reason. I don't have to feel bad if i succumb to a sweet, because it's something that's rewarding. 249

new

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:03:06 EST

Hi. Im Tiffany. Im 26 and trying to make a new healthy living choice to better my life and my health. my goal is to go from 215 to 125 and i have a long way to go

fresh srart

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 07:19:32 EST

i started out real good . i got sick for awhile but i'm starting Again

I'm Back

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 11:31:52 EST

I tried this challenge last year and punked out after about a week. I'm back to finish what I started. So sick of my excuses. It's time to get back in the grind of things and get back on track and I think this will help me do that.

Second Week Done!!

Sat, 23 Feb 2013 16:38:35 EST

I couldn't bring myself to settle on one extra video to repeat, so I just added a few. In addition to the normal videos, I did the 6-Minute Butt Blaster, the Upper Body stretching, the Lower Body stretching, and the 17-Minute Upper Body Barre workout (which I LOVED!).

I have also begun counting calories again and writing down what I eat. After today it will be three days in calorie range (I am determined to stay in range today), so I am excited about my halfway weigh in on Monday....

Finished week one today

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 14:32:53 EST

Finished week one today. Didn't do the video yesterday but did yesterdays and today's this morning. On to week two tomorrow!

hi

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:35:49 EST

hi my name is claire. and I had a baby in march of last year. Now I am ready to lose the baby fat and get back into shape. I am now a mom of three boys.

Halfway Through Week 1!

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:18:54 EST

I am now halfway through week 1, so I thought I would post my goals.

I actually have three goals for this challenge:

1. Finish the challenge in its entirety
2. Do one thing six days a week that will make me healthier, happier, or fitter (e.g. add a couple extra cardio minutes, increase my weight on a strength move, eat a serving of vegetables, drink some extra water, go to sleep earlier, etc.)
3. Lose 10lbs by the end of the challenge (lofty I know, but I can d...

Back After Surgery!

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 15:41:29 EST

Hello everyone!

My name is Ruth, I got through two weeks of the January Jumpstart back in January, but had to stop due to having surgery. Now, two surgeries later, I am back and ready for the challenge!

Keep going everyone! We can do it!

well I am mia

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:03:13 EST

i have been up to date on my stuff lost 15 pounds the last two weeks i have not been able to track but have kept up the good work tomor 9 row is my weigh in so far 15 pounds

Putting the challenge on hold

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 06:42:01 EST

Unfortunately I have to put the challenge on hold because our internet provider has pulled themselves out of our area. I was going to try and do the videos on my phone, but every time I try my phone goes crazy and shuts itself down. So for now I am going to stick with my DVDs and continue that way. Hopefully I can find a new internet carrier that will come out our way and I can continue the challenge. Should I continue or start over? Happy sparking everyone!
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Day 6 week 3

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 05:47:20 EST

I've had a very busy week, but made sure I got my work outs in even if I didn't take time to talk on SP. Didn't do so good with my eating this week, but plan to change that starting today.

Hi!

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 08:33:55 EST

Hi I am just joining this challenge even though Januray is over!!

I am looking forward to getting fitter :)

I don't meet these goals set here.

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 14:35:57 EST

I do not do 10 minutes a day working out. I do not have time to fill in my food here and I do not use the videos. Where does that leave me? I guess this is not the right place for me at this time.

My goals are at minimum three workouts a week for 30+ minutes.
Check food intake daily.
Drink lots of water.
Keep in touch with SP friends.

Thanks for reading my life habits.

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I lost 30 lbs

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 10:44:46 EST

But I didn't complete the challenge. I joined thinking the jump start would be a great reboot of my exercise for 2013 to go with a new eating plan. But then I began the eating plan and fleshed out my existing exercise programme, and never quite picked up the challenge.

My exercise consists of 1 hour of Zumba twice a week, aquaerobics two hours twice a week. I have just stepped up the aquaerobics by adding one more 1 hr session, making 7 hours of exercise a week. Though I am gettin...

falling behind

Wed, 6 Feb 2013 10:19:44 EST

i fell behind at the beginning of this week due to the pain in my back but i'm back and ready to workout. week 2 day 1 here i come... hope you're ready!!

We finished- 28 great days

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 11:01:03 EST

Well it was hard work and took some planning but DH and I finished the challenge.
We enjoyed the videos and the extra burn they gave us.
We enjoyed the together time we had while doing our cardio.
I am not sure about DH but overall I lost 5 pounds and more importantly I was able to sustain a month of exercise for the first time since hurting my leg nine months ago.
Our plan for February is to continue to follow the weekly schedule for the month. We will see how we do.

Day 1 Week 3

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 20:57:07 EST

Had more energy today, still can't do any squats or lunge type motions but am getting exercise in. did 38 min walking on my Wii this eve (did the video this morning)

Day 7, Week 4

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 17:58:57 EST

Woo Hoo! I am finished this challenge. I am so proud of myself. I was consistent all week. I didn't double up on days and when I didn't get up in the morning to do a workout, I made sure I did it after work.

Today, I doubled up Day 7's video, the 15 minute ab workout. I am feeling that now. I also feel that I could do a little bit better on it than on previous weeks. My plank, in particular is getting better.

Tomorrow morning I am starting the Official Spring Brea...

Week 4 - Winners Announced

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 09:51:41 EST

Hello!

First of all, I want to congratulate each and every one of you for making a commitment to yourself and following the Challenge program for the month of January. You should feel proud of yourself! That is a huge accomplishment! But don't let the end of the contest slow you down now. We created the January Jumpstart Fitness Challenge to jump start your fitness routine by helping you make daily exercise a part of your life. Now, the sky's the limit!

Please do stay w...

w 2 finished

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 22:12:02 EST

244 finished week 2

The Challenge May Be Done..

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 19:22:03 EST

But it is time to carry the workouts on! Hope everyone had some sort of success with this challenge. Wishing all of you the best from here on out as well!

Day 6, Week 4

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 18:01:55 EST

I can't believe that the Challenge is coming to an end, with tomorrow's workout. I decided I would double up the videos on the last day.

Today I did the Day 6's workout video and then 30 minutes on my Wii Fit. Holy Hanna, what a good workout! I'm glad I dug it out of mothballs. I saw a cardio DVD in my drug store the other day and it looked fun, so I picked it up. It's The Firm Cardio Dance Club. There are 3 different 20 minute workouts on the DVD: the Club Dance, the Salsa S...

Finally finished week 2!

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 10:57:43 EST

It seems to have taken forever to finish week 2, but I did it. With kids becoming ill and then myself, it was a rough couple of weeks. Now my kids are healthy and I am feeling much better and back at it. I took things slow at first, but it feels good to feel the burn again!

Day 5, Week 4

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 13:41:57 EST

Today I didn't double up the video, so tomorrow will be my last day of doubling up for this challenge. I went out at lunch time today to our indoor track (where I work) and walked for 30 minutes. My workplace has an excellent Healthier Workplace programme and I have registered for the 100 Lap Challenge. 100 Laps around our field house track during the month of February.

Finished Week 4

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 08:57:04 EST

Finished with this challenge already. It went by really fast.
Glad that I was able to get back to exercising and lost weight in the process.
Good luck to the rest of you who are finishing up.
And congrats to those who lost weight and won the kindle fire.
Keep up the good work! And have a great week guys!!!!! Holly

Won't be able to finish

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 04:50:46 EST

I broke my radial head bone, that's the bone that rotates when you rotate your forearm on the end that meets up with the elbow and doctor says no exercise due to the splint I am in on my left arm. I almost had it completed. Best of Luck to those still in it.

Hello

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:44:59 EST

I am really to do this.

DAY FOUR

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:21:57 EST

i didn't do the workout for day 4 but i did clean my home and played with my dogs. i have 16 steps leading to the upper level of my home and after going up and down them several times i felt winded, i figure after doing that and playing with Pork Chop and Brownie for nearly 15 mins more than makes up for the video. and then my back begins to hurt. now all i can do is take it easy to let the pain subside.

W2 D5

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:36:08 EST

My daughter thinks I'm nuts because I like to do the palates thigh workout.
I do have some trouble with my hips hurting a little but I can do this video.
So did it twice today (not right together) and also did chair cardio

I am checking in to give u progress

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:14:25 EST

SO i have pulled out from the challenge and i was ready to give it all up grab the heavnley hash tub of ice cream and face the fact i am going to be overweight forever....welll ok maybe almost forever you shrink when u get old right?

Anyways since then i have set small goals each day and I have stuck to them....I also have now (thanks to my sister) when I go over once a week to her place have now been persuaded to do 30 min on her treadmill....(again slow starting just fast walkin...

Day 4, Week 4

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:02:28 EST

Today I overslept and didn't get my early workout in. I will be walking for 30 minutes this afternoon at work at the indoor track and I will be doubling the Day 4 workout videos tonight.

WE DID IT!!!!

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:34:49 EST

Congratulations everyone participating in the 31 day challenge. Did a 30 minutes Coach Nicole 28 day boot camp work out this morning. Lost 4 ponds this month and 5 inches, also starting to see muscle tone again. Feeling great, going to keep this going for the 28 days of February. 208

No scale movement

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:30:29 EST

I am almost at the end and I must admit I am diappointed that I have lost no weight....
I admit that my eating could have been better, I have been more focused on the "workout" aspect of this challenge, and trust me that has been very challenging as previously I was only doing 3 days of Cardio a week and no toning.
I also faced a couple of minor derailments but have gotten back on it.

The scale has not moved as I mention but I really do NOT feel like this equals no progre...

Sorry I have to drop out for a while

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 03:24:56 EST

Hello, everyone. I hate to not finish the fitness challenge, but I'm going to have to drop out and not be on SparkPeople for a while. My husband hurt his back really badly and we're dealing with that, plus we just signed a rental contract on a new house and will be moving over the next 2 months. The new place will have much better Internet, so hopefully I'll be able to get Sparking again after we get settled. Right now I just can't deal with all the medical issues, all that we have to do ...

Personal issues

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:02:09 EST

My b/f and I are ending our relationship. Therefore I am going to be moving. I am trying to stay focused on healthy lifestyle, but it is going to be difficult for the next while. I missed my workouts yesterday and do not have much of an appetite. I won't be around much until after I figure things out, but will be lingering in the background and working toward my goals. Life doesn't stop, but it sure feels that way.

Week 4, Day 3

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 14:40:20 EST

I was a little sore today. I did a lot of exercise yesterday. Today I doubled up on the toning video for Day 3. For cardio, I did the 10 minute Cardio Kickboxing and the 10 minute Cardio Bootcamp video.

DAY THREE

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:59:41 EST

today i actually got out of bed painfree. i may have to say that this challenge is working. i'll keep at it to the end to see the results.

DAY THREE

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:59:36 EST

today i actually got out of bed painfree. i may have to say that this challenge is working. i'll keep at it to the end to see the results.

DAY THREE

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:59:20 EST

today i actually got out of bed painfree. i may have to say that this challenge is working. i'll keep at it to the end to see the results.

Day 3 of week 4

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:26:23 EST

Day 1- tracked my food and did the day 1 video. Rested from the rest of my cardio. Tracked food and ate 5 servings of fruit and veggies
Day 2- 40 minutes on elliptical and day 2 video. Tracked food and ate 5 servings of fruit and veggies.
Day 3- 40 minutes planned on treadmill, day 3 video. So far had 3 servings of fruit and veggies
Day 4-
Day 5-
Day 6-
Day 7-

the hardest challenge this week is fitting in a second session of the videos, as my only ...

Week 4 finished BUT not Done : )

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:47:02 EST

This has been a GREAT challenge! I pushed myself and kept the focus- no I was not perfect and I did not beat myself up over it- I just keep moving :D The journey continues and there will be detours along the way BUT WE CAN DO IT :D

Hello, I'm Katie!

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:08:02 EST

I'm really excited about starting this challenge! I've tried multiple times to just do it on my kwn but I end up giving up on my own goals :/ but I'm tired of starting over.

Good Luck Everyone! :)

Sick and told to wait to exercise :-(

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:23:39 EST

So after a long battle with a sinus infection it won, and i went to a doctor today, who said i have a fever which is quite rare for me and a bulging eardrum. Truth be told, I've been working out with all the illness pain because I'm headed to Mexico in about 2 weeks. I finally WANT to go workout but "shouldn't with a fever", said the doctor. What do I do???

getting right nutrients

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:08:34 EST

i want to know what is the best breakfast for people with diabetes? i know i need my nutrients but don't want to over do it.

Day 2 of Week 4

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 10:53:05 EST

Today went great. Got up early, did Day 2's video and for my cardio I did the 20 minute Cardio Blast. Also did about 15 minutes of shoveling snow, so I counted that in my fitness minutes.

I am Alainna!

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 01:07:20 EST

I lost a lot of weight after high school and have kept it off by educating myself further on proper diet, and nutrition. In addition, it's become a way of life that provides me with energy so I try to incorporate exercise routines to help me out of slumps, such as winter hibernation! I have been in the challenge because I am going to Mexico and think it would be cool to win that kindle. 43

My Long Term Goals!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:54:52 EST

I have been thinking about a lot of things and especially what will I do after this January Challenge ends! I personally feel that having the structure and the support we have had from our teammates has made me stick to this Challenge! I would make sure that I was accountable everyday, made sure I get the Exercise Videos done, that I posted on the boards and that I also showed support to others! It was def great to be held accountable and know that if I stopped going I would not just let myse...

Doing it right this time

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:05:45 EST

Hi SparkFriends,

I have been a member of the Spark family for a few years now and have lost and gained the same weight back. Now that I am a mother, it is time to take my health serious. It's not just me anymore. I have actually entered a contest to not only help with exercise but also with eating healthy. If I win, along with the help of sparkpeople, I dont see how I could fail. Please read my story and if you want to vote for me. I would really appreciate your support.
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Day 1 of Week 4

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:16:14 EST

I wanted to put last week behind me and start this week out well. I was up late last night because I read too long. Still, I got up this morning and did the first workout video. After I finished, I was tired, but energized and happy that I'd gotten up.

My goal is to be consistent this week and to think about what I will be doing after week 4.

DAYONE

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 10:07:58 EST

today is the first day of the rest of my life. i just did the first workout for week one and i have to say this is hard. it's a good hurt though. i won't give up this time.. i need support

W2 D2

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:31:34 EST

replaced the video with a 10 min palates video
my hips and thighs are sore but am happy I could do it.
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Fruits and veggies issue.

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 03:04:14 EST

So, finances haven't been that great lately, and I haven't been able to get on track with the fruits and veggies part of the Jumpstart Challenge.

I've been trying to get some, but a lot of the fruits I want to incorporate into my diet are so expensive! Any advice?

Also, example: Blueberries: Frozen or fresh...$3/$4. Idk... 29

End of challenge but not to healthy lifestyle

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:46:32 EST

Finished January jump start. I managed to get through it OK, not as many injuries as I thought. I ended the last few days with pulled hamstring and calf muscle. Ended up doing the seated cardio: instead but still finished

After everything, I lost 1.5kg to put on 2kg to lose 1kg again. I lost a few cm around the waist thighs and arms.

I am happy with the results as I know I look more toned and have more strength now. This week I am packing my house and then moving ...

Vanessa's Introduction

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 23:55:38 EST

Hello, I am Vanessa. I am 30, married, I have a preschooler and a first grader. I have 2 large mutt dogs and 4 guinea pigs. I am a college student and am pursuing my BA in Business Administration. Right now, I am a stay-at-home mom and am focusing on my health, kids, and my education. I also volunteer at a non-profit housing agency, am involved in my kids' activities, and babysit to make a little extra money.

I have always wanted to be a writer, and am experimenting with blogg...

What is the next Challenge?

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 21:10:44 EST

On Thursday, I will be done with this challenge. What is the next challenge? Will there be a February Jumpstart Challenge? What are you going to do next?

I did all 7 videos today.

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 21:04:34 EST

Today I started with day one video and did all 7. The pilates one is still hard for me. I have really enjoyed all the videos.

Done with week 3

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:19:34 EST

Day 1- Did Cardio video and 15 minute kickboxing video
Day 2- Did 40 minutes on elliptical- interval program and day 2 video- had my five servings of fruit and veggies- tracked my food
Day3- did 39 minutes on treadmill and day 3 video- had six servings of fruits and veggies- tracked my food.
Day 4- 40 minutes on elliptical-5 servings of fruits and veggies,tracked my food- Day 4 video
Day 5-Day 5 video, rest from cardio
Day 6-Ice skating for 90 minutes with DH
D...

I'm Back ... With A Winning Team :)

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:30:42 EST

I have been a member of SP on multiple occasions before but have, for different reasons at different times, left the program.
I have also been a paying member of Weight Watchers since March of 2012 and have lost 25 lbs there. But I have hit a wall, been stalled out since October, and my frustration levels were getting high. So instead of quitting, like I would usually do, I have decided to combine WW with SP, and also in solid footing with God, to form my perfect 'team'.
So here I...

Beyond week 4!

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:23:33 EST

I have decided to stay with this team for 1 more week! I'll add weights videos as I need! I'll post my efforts, here! After all, this is JUST the beginning of the year, RIGHT?

W2 D1

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 14:31:50 EST

Once again I did the workout except the parts that are hard on my knees, just walked in place then.

JUMPSTART!!

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:39:28 EST

Hello to everyone. I'm a mother of three teen, am 36 years, and recently married Dec. 28, 2012. I have been walking as well as exercising, but I've gained weight rather than losing. It's hard to stay focused because my husband is a very good chef, and it's not too easy saying no. I'm here to gain support and make friends. GO JUMPSTART! TEAM!!! WE CAN DO IT WITH SUPPORT AND COMMUNICATION!!

Coach Nicole's Total Body Sculpting DVD ?

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:24:13 EST

Just wondering if anyone has this? If so, what are the workouts like? Is there a plan you an follow? I do much better when I'm told exactly what I should do each day, week, month, etc. LOL That's just me and what works! Any other helpful info about the dvd would be great! Thanks!

PS I was thinking about ordering it from amazon, hence the questions!

Day 7 of Week 3

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 12:17:15 EST

I did it! I finished Week 3! This week was very hard for me, but I pulled it together and made it happen. I am very happy and pleased. I am also raring to go on Week 4 tomorrow.

Week 3 - Winners Announced

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 10:13:36 EST

Hello!

You are almost there! Don't give up yet! No matter what this past week had in store for you, you got through it. Three weeks down and one more to go—keep your spirits high and your goals in mind!

Now, I know you all want to know who won this week's prizes, so here they are! Three random members of the SparkTeam have been selected for Coach Nicole’s Total Body Sculpting DVD, three random members have been selected for The SparkPeople Cookbook (in paperback), and t...

week 4 coming to an end

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 09:58:18 EST

I am on my last leg of this challenge : ) I am doing well and HAPPY with my progress and all the friends I have met along the way :D I love the fact that I have changed my workouts everyday- I am not getting bored and my body has no idea what is coming next :D I went to a BIG family B-Day party for my Uncle and I had so many complement on how good I am looking - that is my WOO HOO :D

26 Days and Counting

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 22:52:09 EST

This is my 26th day and I am still going strong.
I feel great. It has been a struggle to motivate myself, but I have.

No "pounds" lost?

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 16:24:34 EST

I've been working on losing some weight since September. I do not have a ton to lose, maybe 30 at the most. Well I have not lost an ounce of weight. But I have lost several inches in different places. Now, I know I've been building muscle and toning b/c I can see the difference in my body as well as how my clothes fit. I'm worried about the fact that I have lost any weight, but I just want to make sure I'm not doing something wrong. Is it possible I am gaining enough muscle or toning to not m...

Day 6 of Week 3

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 12:20:40 EST

I feel great today. I slept in, but as soon as I was up, I did Day 6's video and then did the 8 Minutes Cardio Intervals workout and then the 10 Minute Cardio Kick workout. I felt so tired and exhausted and at the same time, wonderful!

Week 1 day 7

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 08:41:41 EST

woo hoo finished week 1 and I feel great

Goal met!

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 07:36:24 EST

I did it! Down about 6 lbs, too. Ready for the next challenge!

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My long term goals are to lose 15 more lbs improve my run time and increase my pushups and situps. Good luck to everyone! 386 Hope to see you in the next challenge.

Week 1 day 6

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 22:16:13 EST

Was able to do the last 3 days without much problem.
didn't do cardio yesterday due to feeling ill in the afternoon
but felt great today and enjoyed the exercise.
Woo Hoo feels great to say I enjoyed exercising.

Total body sculpting

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 21:03:41 EST

I found this video on my cable ondemand. I tried to find it here on sparkpeople, but wasn't able to find it. It is a sparkpeople video, it says it right no the TV. So I was wondering if anyone could help me find it. I was able to find it for calories burned, but I want to earn my points for doing it too!!! Thanks in advance!

February

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 18:05:03 EST

will sparkpeople be hosting another February challenge.... I think I need a fresh start didnt do to well on this one...

January Jumpstart Challenge Success

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 14:44:17 EST

I have lost 12 pounds in 3 weeks during very trying times and did it through a couple of changes. My exercise was the same but watching the portions I ate, increasing the water, veggies and fruits and by adding the cardios to my workout. Feel like a new man and the new routine is becoming a habit.

Rob.

Days 4 and 5 of Week 3

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 11:40:00 EST

I did it! I finally felt up to moving again! I went home yesterday and did Day 4's video and the 15 minute Qi Gong Routine video. This morning I got up early to do Day 5's video, plus I did the
10 minute Cardio Kickboxing and the 8 minute Cardio Intervals. I am so proud of myself and I do feel infinitely better today.

I am going to finish this challenge!

Clarifying question for week 3

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:20:29 EST

So the change for this week is we are back to only one toning video a day and upping cardio to 40 minutes or the 5 days. Correct? Just want to make sure! Thanks!

Feeling Great!!!

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 14:32:32 EST

I love working out i love cardio dancing but i also wanet to tighten my body and my arms and ever since i started using the weights i can feel i change in my body i feel more tight and sore. I know its going to take more than 4 weeks to tighten all up especially my arms but so far i like how i feel and all this energy i have feeling good. 381

Week 3 day 4

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 12:43:59 EST

Day 1- Did Cardio video and 15 minute kickboxing video
Day 2- Did 40 minutes on elliptical- interval program and day 2 video- had my five servings of fruit and veggies- tracked my food
Day3- did 39 minutes on treadmill and day 3 video- had six servings of fruits and veggies- tracked my food.
Day 4- 40 minutes on elliptical- 4 servings of fruits and veggies so far, tracking my food- still to do Day 4 video and 1 more serving of veggies
Day 5-
Day 6-
Day 7-
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So for so Good!!

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:08:16 EST

Morning all, Well I got on the scale and it stayed the same which is OK I'm really not supposed to weigh myself until Tues. I decided I would only weigh once a week but every once in a while I want to jump on and see, I can't, no won't let myself get discouraged! Been to the gym every other day and am walking more, so I am feeling better and I know I'm getting healthier. Have a great day!! 30

1st challenge-not so great

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 08:17:49 EST

..'...........but a whole lot better than what I was doing before January!!!! Finding time and illness were my biggest challenges to exercise but like I said....I did more in the last three weeks then I have done all year. I still have a week left to make more difference!

week 3, Day 3

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:24:58 EST

Just checking in with the team! I'm on Week 3, day 3 and still going strong(er). Just finished my strength video for the night and realized that I am able to do the tricep dips from the chair again. At the first week, my body didn't even want to think about attempting those and now I see myself pushing for it and actually achieving it. I've been keeping up with cardio workouts plus some. My kids and I have made it a daily thing to have a dance party in the living room and I burn a lot of calo...

Bring on week 3!

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:20:27 EST

So, on my way to week three tomorrow! Its been great so far. Looking forward to my taking my measurements on Saturday! Keep on pushing my sparkpeople friends!!! 243

Done with week 2!!!

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:18:57 EST

So very excited b/c I finished week 2 strong! I am very happy with my results thus far! On and forward!!!!!!!!!!!! 381

Here I come week 4

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:03:34 EST

Here I come! I hope its a good one!

Easier Said Than Done

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:48:25 EST

WOW! I am def feeling out of shape right now. I am really regretting not keeping up with my workouts during my last pregnancy and not getting back on track after! The cardio is not so hard, most of the time I do decent with it. The strength exercises are getting me on some of them.

Here in week 3 some of the strength work outs are feeling a bit easier though! Yay!

I am pregnant and sometimes working out increases my nausea. The last ab workout makes me feel ick! Last nig...

The Hardest Week

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:19:17 EST

The last few days I feel like my body is fighting me. I reduced the hill level on the treadmill last night and that seemed to help some but my motivation is getting low. My weight seems stalled out around 195 and I'm starting to panic that I won't keep up with working out/being healthy and that I won't keep losing weight.

I know this is silly. I need to just get through it. I have a kettle-bell DVD that I bought as my reward for getting this low weight wise and I'm hoping that...

Choices....

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:40:19 EST

So I am not going to be participating in the challenge HOWEVER I am staying on the team because I have met so many wonderful and supportive people through this....

I have learned that I have done this all wrong...(the weight loss thing) here is what I discovered maybe it can help others...

1. Stop starting off wrong....you cant change it all in ONE day or ONE week....it takes time....and what you could do once before you can do it again you just need to build up....I hav...

Week 3 day 3

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:25:56 EST

Day 1- Did Cardio video and 15 minute kickboxing video
Day 2- Did 40 minutes on elliptical- interval program and day 2 video- had my five servings of fruit and veggies- tracked my food
Day3- tonight I will do 40 minutes on treadmill and day 3 video- on pace to have six servings of fruits and veggies- tracking my food.
Day 4-
Day 5-
Day 6-
Day 7-

Heather

Week 3 Day 6

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 04:04:54 EST

40 NO sleep 198 SO I am drinking coffee for a false sense of energy to get me through my workout 469 WELL on the upside think how GREAT I am going to sleep tonight 102

video schedule

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:57:45 EST

did i miss a schedule of videos somewhere.... have been doing my own workouts not any specific videos.... is that ok...

Starting week 3!

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 18:22:11 EST

Sadly, starting a little late. Fell behind a few days cause I got sick really bad Thursday & Friday but I doubled up my workouts and going to jump start my cardio as hardcore as I can!
Going to start the Day 1 video today and do it 3 times for a great workout! 244

Week 4: Final Week

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:05:16 EST

This challenge went by really quick! I cannot believe it is week 4 already. I am at day 2 and to step it up I am doing the videos twice everyday this week. To keep up the momentum after the challenge, I have chosen a 90 day DVD system that looks challenging and fun. It works the same as this challenge however the DVDs are a minimum 30 minutes long so that should help with increasing the intensity.

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Week 3 Day 4

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:58:33 EST

I was sick yesterday and couldn't do anything. Normally, I would double up, but because I'm still feeling a bit under the weather, I am going to only do Day 4's video and milder cardio today. I am not going to over-exercise like I used to do and hurt myself.

Hi everyone!

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:32:48 EST

I'm back and I'm ready to start feeling good about myself and getting healthy again. I really hate constantly thinking about my weight, how I look and blah blah blah. Got up this morning and decided today is the day!! Day 1, Challenge 1 and I'm ready!

Failed

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 09:05:27 EST

Started the week completely motivated and ready to go. However, between having a tooth extracted and then complications from this I have slacked on getting my videos completed. I have a follow up with the dentist tonight. Will restart week 2 tomorrow.

Week 3 Day 5

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 06:05:53 EST

Life has been BUSY :O but I am keeping up with my workouts and eating clean :D didn't have time to log in all the days food or do any posting :O LIFE is GOOD 381

My Long Term Goals

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 03:25:05 EST

Exercise:
To find new exercise routines that I can do and keep to them. I am buying a new Exercise DVD for myself so I will have two to chose from. That and all the video's I have saved will give me plenty to keep things interesting and fun.

This may not seem a huge goal but I have never enjoyed exercise but thanks to this challenge I have found that exercise is not as daunting as I first thought.

Check off.

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:58:48 EST

Where on the team page can we check that we have completed the week. I have been on the team page many times and still haven't found it. lol

Falling Behind with the Challenge!!!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:49:41 EST

My days are adding up that I have to catch up. The start of my first week was last wednesday, but my daughter became sick. I have paused on day 4. Tomorrow should be a normal day for me. My daughter is feeling much better and is going back to school. So I will have some time to myself to get my workouts in. I am doing pretty good with my food, but I know I can do a better job at tracking it. I am still working on my water consumption...making progress. Anyway, lets hope this is a more product...

xraylady65 week 3

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:13:18 EST

well so far so good... did 80 minutes at gym today 40 minutes cardio and 40 minutes strength training..... did the 500 calorie treadmill workout that coach nicole posted a week or so ago... even with my moderations that was tough.... but i made it...

Time to look at stressors ... I am not doing well!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 18:50:12 EST

Oh boy the past few days have gotten to me. I lose weight so slowly that as soon as the scale goes up for whatever reason I get all worked up and lazy. There is so much stress I am caving on my plan. I am no longer sick but I just feel terrible. I hope tomorrow is a better day.

Combining days

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:33:42 EST

For Week 3 -- I am combining and doing two videos together in the same day. I hope that's okay. I found it hard last week to keep track of the days and fit in all 7 days before Week 2 was finished.

week 1 day 2 alternate video

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:58:01 EST

Since I can't put a lot of stress on my knees for this day I did the 10 min Palates Thighs video
got a great leg and hip work out with it. Also did 22 min of walking with my Wii this morning will try to get in a little more later.

My Week 3

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 03:16:16 EST

Eating better and enjoying trying new recipes all helps to make those veggies that DH hates interesting and means I don't cook different stuff for him
Daily exercise is working and those short videos are brilliant. Extra exercise is now being added daily and the cardio is getting easier.
I make lots of changes to suit me and find I can do more each day. I will never be able to do floor exercises but find ways of getting around that by substituting for things I can do and still work ...

struggling with eating

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 23:01:36 EST

I am really struggling this week. I am doing great with working out, but I have fallen into old patterns of binging in the evenings. Looking for some encouragement as I am feeling guilty and out of control.

Done with week two..hooray! On to week 3!

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 22:53:10 EST

Just finished my last workouts of week 2..yay! The last few days have been rough because this is my first week back to classes, but I'm holding up okay. Like I said before, just finished up the last of my workouts including a second bonus video for the week. I picked to try out the Qi Gong video to improve on my posture/balance and hopefully center myself for next week. After the ab workout I did, it was extremely relaxing. I definitely recommend it, especially if you have problems with balan...

20 Days & Counting

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 22:42:49 EST

I just finished Week 3.
I am on a role, One more day and it becomes a habit.
This is the longest streak that I have had working out and tracking continuously.
I am on a high.
Week 4, I plan to turn it up a notch and incorporate more weights.

Bonus Video Week 2

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 21:57:38 EST

My bonus video this week was the core workout with dumbbells. I did it twice today as my week runs Monday through Sunday. Ready to move on to week 3.

bonus video/had a hard time this week

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 21:31:03 EST

I did the 14 minute basic yoga video for my extra this week. Normally I don't think this one would have been a big challenge for me, but I had a hard time with consistency in my exercise routine this week. Thanks to a toddler with a cold, no one in this house has slept though the night in about 10 days. I am proud to say that I did a very good job with my meal plan and tracking my food intake and I did all 7 regularly scheduled videos.
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Finished Week 2

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:45:20 EST

Just tried the 10-Minute Cardio Kickboxing Workout.

Done with week 2

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:42:51 EST

completed week two today

Did three days on the treadmill- 39 minutes per session
Did two days on the elliptical- 37 minutes per session

Did all 7 core videos
Did bonus videos- 1 day of 5 minute booty ball workout, 1 day of 15 minute kickboxing video

Tracked food for 5 out of seven days

243 244 On to week three starting with a cardio rest day tomorrow
Heather

Week 2 - Winners Announced

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 12:12:27 EST

Hello!

I hope you feel proud of yourself for participating in the January Jumpstart Fitness Challenge! Exercising daily, incorporating cardio, and following the daily workouts and challenges is no small feat. I hope you feel accomplished! Remember this feeling, and keep your goals in mind. You have two more weeks to go, so remember why you're here and what you hope to accomplish so you can finish the entire 4-week challenge!

Now, I know you all want to know who won this ...

Day 3 of Week 3

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 10:19:02 EST

Wow, that was intense! I just did my day 3 video and for my cardio, decided to up my time and intensity by picking the 20 minute Cardio Fat Blaster. I couldn't do everything on the video but I could do most of the exercises. Go me!

week 1 day 1 again

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 10:18:29 EST

Finally I was well enough to start over. Woo Hoo
Wow talk about out of shape, took all I could do to complete the video even with modifications for my knees. I'm happy to be back at exercise though. It's amazing how fast it is to get out of the habit and how much time it takes to build it back again.

Week 3 Day 4

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 10:14:34 EST

AWESOME Sunday : ) found a websit with a GREAT kettlebell for beginner woo hoo : ) It kicked my bootie :O here is the link
http://www.fitnessblender.com/v/exercise
-detail/Beginner-Kettlebell-Workout-Ke
lls-Kettlebells-Routine/a7/
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Weight gain again :(

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 07:24:16 EST

I'm on day 16. And after just weighing myself I'm ready to give up. At the end of week 1 I gained a kilo and lost nearly an inch Around my waste and a little around my arms and thighs. Half way throughout week 2 I was advised that I wasn't eating enough calories for the amount of exercise I was doing so changed my fitness profile. And at the start of week 3 I am another 2 kilos heavier and have lost no inches around my waist thighs or arms. I am still sleepin better and generally feeling bett...

Not receiving emails

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 07:22:51 EST

Hello. I joined the challenge and received a welcome email, but not anything on the weekly. I just finished week1 and would love to get more info. Is there another step to take?

Thanks

My bonus for the week

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:08:17 EST

I wasn't completely sure what bonus video I wanted to do this week. Finally I found which one I wanted to do. I did the 7 minute belly blast work out with dumbbells from a Bootcamp series. I really like all those exercises and might start doing it as a substitute for cardio on the non-cardio days during the week. It wasn't difficult and I can definitely feel the effects of it when I'm done.

Working as hard as I can with the challenge since this is my first one and really enjoying ...

well ok

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:56:27 EST

week two i missed a lil but i double worked on it the last few days and finished it here we go to week three I AM SO HAPPY 10 LBS GONE IN TWO WEEKS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND I SAY 7 DAYS AND 2-5 MORE POUNDS I AM BEYOND HAPPY TOTAL GOAL IS 80 POUNDS BUT TAKING IT EASY WITH SMALL GOALS . I LOVE THIS WEB SITE!!!!

Bonus Video

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:27:55 EST

I chose Video: 20-Minute Fat Blaster from Violet Zaki's ''Weight Loss: Cardio Sculpt'' DVD. It is a great video and I had fun doing it. The exercises at the end kicked my butt though.

Just finished Week 3!

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 20:14:04 EST

Got hungrier this week but it makes sense since I upped my intensity. I feel great overall. Can't wait for Week 4!

Week 2

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 18:30:25 EST

I did the 10 minutes crunchless abs workout for my extra video twice this week...alil hard doing the day 7 video with the extra video. Double core workout in one day, but it was good. At the end of week 2 I'm down to 224.5 lbs and loving it. Almost have the first 10lbs done.

Week two is history!

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 17:46:58 EST

Finished week two. I waited until yesterday and today to do the extra videos. And I ran a 5K this morning. Not good planning on my part. I did the 5 min beginners abs on ball. I have a ball that I don't use. My husband has taken it over. At least it is getting used. I would like to see the beginning of my abs someday. The other extra video was the 9 min seated arm and shoulder workout. I have very little arm strenght and would like to fix that. These short videos are easy to fit in...

My week 3

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 13:15:21 EST

I'm on day 2 on week 3 (I think). I went for a good long walk today in the snow! and did my bootcamp total body workout (40 minutes). Should I still do the little videos as well today? I don't want to over do it, mostly because I don't want to wear down and get sick. The walk was almost 3 hours, plus the bootcamp video.

I am just checking! I'm tryig to do the videos but after a good long walk or hike I don't think my body is willing to do even a bit more! I am supposed to go on...

Week 3 Day 3

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 11:34:49 EST

Thank GOD for Saturday :D needed to sleep in BIG TIME!!! my body is telling me to recover from a GREAT workout week and a stressful work week :O Might take a walk on a treadmill later today? not sure? Yesterday was my 20th day of a workout streak woo hoo :D Stay Strong everyone WE CAN DO IT :D

uh oh

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 11:05:52 EST

i i missed three days of videos and didnt know had to post extra one i did in week two start over or keep pushing life has been so crazy around here i i am staying on track but 3 days i havent used a video but ave been really active so what do i do bare down do video and be behind or keep going

Sick week two but ready to move on ahead...ZUMBA!

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:39:53 EST

I can't wait to get dancing around but I do know I should not over due it. Only lost a half a pound due to bed rest in week two and trying so hard to get sleep. I am happy to be a part of this challenge and will work hard. Believe me the sore foot and cold was a pain to deal with but I really want to lose some weigh. It is always slow for me but worth the effort. HAVE A GREAT WEEK!! 209

Week 3, Days 1 and 2

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:36:01 EST

Wow, Days 1 and 2 went by so quickly. I can already tell that I am getting a bit stronger and I am able to do a little more each day. I'm making it a goal to be more consistent this week.

Not a good day :(

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 22:30:05 EST

I have been running non-stop since 5:15 this morning. Had to go to work at an early time today. Picked up the boys right after work and hit the ground running errands and then off to a Cub Scout event. Just got home about 15 minutes ago. No time to exercise today. So bummed about that. Oh well. Will try to double up tomorrow if I have time. Will be back to another scouting event in the early morning to late afternoon and then a birthday party. Will try to squeeze in an exercise sessi...

My Week Three

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:06:22 EST

My official join date is 1/3 but I did not start the challenge until 1/5. Since then I have missed three days of doing Sparkpeople videos. I guess that means I have officially missed 5 days of doing Sparkpeople video exercises. My cardio exercises are on track to meet this goal.

Week 3 Day 2

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:45:18 EST

WOW I am feeling the change 224 during my workouts with moves that were very hard are now in better form and with ease 104 WE CAN DO THIS 386

I am

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 06:46:05 EST

I am a 48 yr old who is tried of living life as a heavy person. I am in sales and want to look better for my job and feel better about myself.

Week 3 how its going

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 04:47:56 EST

I am doing the exercises to the best of my ability eating plenty of fruit and vegetables and watching the portiions.
This week has been hard as a few things have happened that would normally halt any progress. One was a trip to A&E with DH as his heart rate would not settle down, so the ambulance was called out and he was taken in just for the night, I stayed with him so a sleepless night for me.
Then two hospital appointments at cardiology that had been booked for months meant earl...

My Accountability January Jumpstart: Wk 3

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:01:24 EST

Cardio & Video

1/15 248 248
1/16 248 248
1/17 248 248
1/18
1/19
1/20
1/21

Week 2, Day 4...loving the change :)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 23:57:44 EST

So I'm into my fourth day of the second week. I did my first bonus video yesterday and I chose to do the video on low impact cardio, which had a nice little (sort of) dance part to it. I've been excited to notice that the daily strength videos are coming a lot easier than they were last week and that I'm able to push myself a little more! Climbing the stairs in my house don't feel like a workout anymore either, which is amazing.
I have to give props to my hubby too, who isn't on sparkpe...

Starting monday next week....

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 22:48:51 EST

I am going to come back to sparkpeople....I am going to try all over again.....but this time more SLOWLY....and i am staying away from scales and measuring tapes for 3 months......I know I can do this.....

just getting started

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:39:34 EST

today finally started my video exercises. i did the 1st day 10 minute kickboxing video. it was a little hard with my bad knee but i got through it . and i'm determined to keep going.

Head cold held me back..BOO

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:04:01 EST

I did not eat very much other than soup but I could not workout with this stuffed up head and cough. I hope next week will be better for me. Right now I am still under the weather. Can't wait to workout and join back in this challenge. I hope for a stronger week 3 than this week was for me. Still motivated and ready to move on. 68

My extra video and some sad news.

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:49:09 EST

This week I added to my challenge by doing every toning video two times and today I am adding the 6-Minute Butt Blasting Workout video to my routine.

Sadly, after this week I have to take a two week break (as I am having surgery on Monday), possibly longer (as I am due to have a second surgery on the 4th of February if the first one works). I am glad to have joined none-the-less, because I am using this motivation and momentum to help me eat right and do whatever exercise I can to...

Week 2, Day 7

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:59:48 EST

Today I got up early and went to do my workout. I got home late from work and didn't have time to do my workout last night, so I doubled up today. I did Day 6, Day 7, the 11 Minute Seated Cardio Workout and for a bonus video, did the 12 Minute Low Impact Cardio.

I have decided that I need to get up early in order to do my workouts. Doing them after work is too problematic, since I sometimes don't know when I will get home. First thing in the morning will be better for me in the...

Video

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:39:52 EST

I've decided to do the New YOU Kickboxing Bootcamp workout for my additional video. This Jumpstart Challenge has really helped me get back into working out!

A little frustrated!

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:58:37 EST

I weighed in yesterday and no loss at all. No gain either. The reason I am frustrated is that last week I lost 5 lbs, now I know that is A LOT for 1 week but the week before I had my monthly visitor and also it was my first week back to dieting so I am sure there was a lot of water weight. On top of that, I was trying to wein off of my anxiety meds and that failed miserably. So I started back on them and now I am afraid that they are the reason I didn't lose at all this week. Ever since ...

Week 3 Day 1

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:47:36 EST

WOW I feel GREAT 104 Eating clean- working out- drinking water and going strong 224 Thank you everyone for keep me going 334

Week 2, here we come!!

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 06:38:17 EST

Looking forward to week two! Still sore from week one, but I like to have something to show for my hard work! 381

week 2 - day 2

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 06:28:25 EST

Week 2 - Day 1 yesterday added the yogilates 20 min video that is great stretching, and 14 minute bollywood burn. Day 2 Added the 5 minute booty workout with ball video. Amazing how 5 minutes you can feel the burn! Tracked all my food yesterday! Jeans are fitting better. 386

15 Min Abs Workout Video Not Working

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 03:51:33 EST

Just want to go on record that I tried to do this video today and it won't load. Refreshed the page several times, went in and out of Spark and other videos are working but this one isn't!

I'm leaving now for an all day drive so won't be able to do the video so I'm doing independent ab exercises instead to cover it.

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I have a few questions?

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:34:55 EST

I have a few questions?

First of all this is my first Challenge.And I want to make something good of it if possible.So I want to jump in with the questions.

1.It says in the first week I need dumbbells(I don't own dumbbells.But I do own 3 fitness bands I recently bought and never used yet as well as a exercise band with two handles.)

2.I am a big girl that is not used to exercising.So if I think the videos are to hard can I switch to a different video as long ...

Too good of an idea not to share:)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 22:09:16 EST

So I was listening to KLOVE the other day and they had a fantastic idea on how to motivate yourself and your family to get moving. There is this mom who's family was begging her to go to an amusement park about an hour and half away from there house, so she told them they could go if they walked there. (They didn't literally have to walk to the amusement park all at one time.). The mom made a chart, and every time they biked, walked, or got moving she logged the distance they went on her char...

DAY 1

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:22:07 EST

Just started. Today i did one of the cardio videos and the kickboxing ....feels good and cant wait to feel the results when the challenge is done.

Be Me!!!!

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:08:41 EST

Hello My name is Loraine. I am a stay at home mom and have decided to enter this challenge because I have recently opened a new chapter in my life witch is health....i have to admit i have been over weight almost my entire life AM NOT A THIN PERSON!. I recently started my journey in April of 2012 when i almost ht 200lbs. I was always in the hospital with heart problems and breathing problems. After I made a decision to loose weight and eat right. I have lost 50lbs and counting. i haven't reac...

Late Start

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:00:19 EST

Started yesterday but hoping to finish this challenge. Am sure I will be better motivated here, there attempting on my own. Haven't had much luck, so decided to restart here. 30

Week 2

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:38:07 EST

I logged in this week but lost how many days I have done. I logged already but now that page is lost. I wanted to add to it that I did an extra video today. Along with cleaning, doing a toning video, cardio and beginners Pilates video. I loved that one.

Laura 104

Day 5 of Week 2

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:25:55 EST

I had blood tests on Monday and was told not to exercise for 24 hours since one of the drugs I am on thins the blood a little. I am noticing more bruising, come to think of it. On Tuesday, I did days 4's & 5's exercise videos as well as the 12 minute low impact cardio video.

I tried to do the Bollywood one, but unfortunately for me, they went too fast and I couldn't keep up. That is something to build up to.

Today is Day 6 and I am looking forward to doing the videos...

Hello

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:46:47 EST

Day 16 and going strong on the challenge. I'm really enjoying it! I want to learn to have a healthier lifestyle, and make exercise a daily thing.

Week 2 Day 6

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:25:24 EST

Feeling GREAT and ENERGIZED woo hoo :D My workout today The Biggest loser Boot camp :D My exercise streak is on day 18 - I didn't think my body could do that 104

Hello Week 3 here I come!

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 09:10:12 EST

Today I enter week 3, I am so excited! I have lost a total of 6 pounds during this challenge!!!!!!!!

Frustrated

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 08:10:17 EST

So, for two weeksI have been following the videos when I can and have been putting in alternative strength videos when my computer has been playing up. I have been tracking my food and I have put weight on. I'm hoping that when I measure my inches at the end of the challenge I'll see a difference. I was sick over the weekend but this should not have made so much of a difference.

What else can I be doing? I am starting to lack motivation because I am not seeing any progress.
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I got Sick

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 06:39:58 EST

So I caught something and missed the beginning of this week. Do I just start another week right now or am I out of the challenge?

Results??

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:54:43 EST

I'm keen to know if and when people are seeing results! Who has lost weight or inches? Any compliments lately? I want to hear some success stories! They are always good for motivation... 362

Day 15 and Still Going Strong

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:09:26 EST

This is day 15 and I am still going strong. I have logged my food everyday, stayed within or below my calorie count, drank 8 glasses of water a day, complete all videos and at least 30 minutes of cardio per day. I feel great and down a few lbs.

motivation

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 22:21:47 EST

Trying to stay motivated but the flu is not helping

1st week complete

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:07:01 EST

All the videos completed. Lots of cardio completed. This is what I needed to get motivated.
Go Team Go!! Bring on week two.

Week 1-Down 6 :0)

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:12:51 EST

Yes that is a BIG number...but we all know that is not unusual for the first week. It is what happens from now on that means much more to me!
Still...I will take it.
Not new to what I should be doing...just I neglect doing it!
This time feels different. I hope so.
SOOO many great stories here! Hope you all have great success in '13~!

just don't think this is for me anymore

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:29:31 EST

I think it is time to drop the weight loss idea and just accept I am a chunky chick...I took my measurements for this mnth (same time as last month) and i have gained my hips added 3 inches and my tummy is almost the same size as my hips....I broke down in tears why bother anymore this is ALWAYS what happens....I can never do it.... it always backfires no matter if i workout a lot or a little....just don't see the point....

I am going to stay a member of the team but for now I just...

Cleaning a pool

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 15:38:17 EST

I was wondering if cleaning a pool would count as a cardio workout? You need to skim the top brush down the sides (and floor sometimes) vacuum the bottom and skim again to get the last pieces on the top. If so how would i calculate that for fitness?

Hi guys!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:56:15 EST

So... My name is Denica. Im 19 years old. A single mother of an almost three year old. Definatly excited to get back to where I was three years ago weight wise!!!!

Difficult to track everyday

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 13:31:27 EST

I don't know why but I always start out with the best intentions and then I find myself not checking in daily. Life is so busy and I know I need to do this but I find a day goes by, then another and I haven't tracked. ARGGHH!!! But I will not give up. I will do my best and I guess that's all that any of us can do!!

Keep plugging away everyone... you all inspire me!
Lynn

Week 2 Question

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 11:04:35 EST

I'm starting my Week 2 today. I have already done my cardio by doing a bootcamp class this morning plus me and my friend ran 2.25 miles.. but. I wasn't sure on the Video.. Do I pick any video or just one of the 7 we used last week??
Please let me know, and sorry if this is just as confusing.
-Amy-

Week 2 Day 1

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:42:03 EST

Hello challengers!

On Monday, I had the opportunity to hit the gym and grab a treadmill. I walked for 50 minutes with an incline of "2" at 3.5. My shoulder is feeling much better; I'm tempted to take on a little bit of weights this week. We'll see! Also, I think I'll include Wii in the program to create diversify my workout sessions.

Extra Cardio!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:21:15 EST

Week three is definately a challenge. I decided to up my cardio this week by adding an extra mile to my jogs. I usually run 3 miles so this week I will run 4 miles on each outing. Yesterday was my first run of the week and I got the 4 miles in. I will also switch up my cardio DVDs to doing the higher intensity levels this week as well.

Week 2 Day 5

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 07:31:53 EST

Great workout this morning : ) Biggest loser Power Sculpt woo hoo :D eating clean, drinking water and getting 8 hours sleep : ) Feeling ENERGIZED and STRONG 306

Starting over

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 06:38:42 EST

Well, thanks to the flu, I have missed most of week 2. Not 100% yet, but wanted to get back into it. So I went back to day 2, and got most of the way through it before I had to stop. But at least I started again.

Week 1 Day 2 R

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:35:50 EST

Completed video two the 9 minute lower body workout HR 96 55% of maximum. Jogged around my room with two eight-pound weights for 30. My resting heart rate before I started was between 85-98, now it is 74-77 and getting better.

Week 2, Day 1..catching up

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 23:25:07 EST

So, I missed yesterday's strength training video, but I did get in quite a bit of cardio running around the mall with the kids all day. Opted for the stairs when I could have taken the elevator, so I was happy for that choice.
Today, the challenge got a little tougher for me. School semester started back up. I take online college courses from home, but my school time interferes with my workout time, so I had to rearrange some things. Still was able to get in a little cardio today and ca...

Goal Tracker "+"

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:54:13 EST

The goal is to exercise 10 minutes each day. When it ask how much, are they asking how many minutes or how many 10 minute units completed. I exercised for 36 minutes and it is properly recorded in my fitness tracker, but I want my goal tracker to also be correct and I am not certain exactly what they want when they say how much. I look forward to the response.

Week 1 Day 1 R

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:44:05 EST

I feel better and I am back to eating normal. Gained 3 pounds, but not worried I was fed that processed junk while I was sick. Today, instead of going out in to the cold just yet, I did four videos for a total of 36 minutes and 283 calories burned, what was interesting is that as I moved from video to video my heart rate actually improved.
8 minute Athletic Video HR 122 70%
7 minute boot cam upper body work out HR 116 67%
9 minute Lower Body 104 60%
12 minute seat core...

A little late starting

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:36:07 EST

I'm happy tp say that I just finished day 1 and 2! I wish I could have started this challenge with all of you but my life was CRAZY so I couldn't. Things are calmer now so it was time.

Michelle

Food Tracking woes

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 20:10:14 EST

so i entered the nutrition info according to the back of the can of minute maid frozen cranberry juice....it said per 4 tbsp 63 ml......so get that all entered and then i save it then i go to enter it my bottle says it holds 600 ml and that is what i drank today (throughout the day) so i went to enter it and it says that was 1200 calories!!!???? there is NO WAY....when i went to enter it because i can only enter it in tbsp....so i went to a conversion and 600 ml to tbsp is 40.58 tbsp so i put...

{{YO~YO}} To all the other YO~YO Dieters out there

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:30:27 EST

Gained 65, Lost 75 in 1998.... Gained 60, Lost 45 in 2001.... Gained 65, Lost 70 in 2008... Gained 85, LOSING AGAIN, UGH. Each and every time I lose, I make the promise not to put back on the pounds. However, whenever I hit one of life's "speedbumps", I pack on the pounds. I really need to work on maintaining... Losing weight is hard work.

I have been struggling for over a year.

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:16:09 EST

I am trying to lose weight, I need the motivation to to start working out. I think I am more scared as I have a lot of back problems and have been in the hospital a number of times. Anyone have any suggestions on light but good exercises that I can do to lose more weight?? I only have about 40 lbs more to lose to get to my goal.

Week 1

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:09:03 EST

Wow, that was an eye opener for me! I have never had such a hard time doing the videos! That tells me I am really out of shape! :(

I got it done, now onto week 2! Good Luck everyone!

Happy yet disgusted

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:29:54 EST

Positives: This is day 8 of the challenge and I have been faithful to the plan thus far. I met my hours exercised goal as well as exceeded my calories burned per week goal. In addition, I have consumed 1,200-1,300 calories per day, even on the weekend when staying true to the calorie count is difficult. Definitely positives.

Negative: I only lost 8/10 of a pound this past week! I am thoroughly and truly disgusted. I have put my time in (6 days of workouts), exercising for a to...

fried or scrambled

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:23:37 EST

I am a breakfast junky along with fried foods I have however learned to eat only one fried or two fried meals a week but I am trying to write foods to eat and find what is better i make scrambled eggs with milk butter and a couple like drips of oil i make fried with bacon dripping or sausage so can someone tell me healthy alternative that give about same outcome please i dont like the idea of giving of my breakfast loves!!! I also love pasta foods another big problem need alternatives there...

Days 1&2 video substitutions- bad knee!

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:58:02 EST

It has been a very long time since I've tried to work out regularly. I was surprised to find that I have a bad knee, and have to modify or avoid certain exercises. No lunges or squats for me! I've read, in the Q&A thread, that we can substitute videos, so I thought I'd share my substitutions.

For Day 1 (8-Minute Cardio Intervals Workout) I am going to use the '12-Minute Low Impact Cardio Workout'
(http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/vid
eos-detail.asp?video=33).

Excited for Week 2, but incredibly sore

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:35:12 EST

I am really excited about this challenge and have been doing well, but in addition to the challenge I am preparing for a 10k later in the spring. It is killing me. I am so sore all the time. I have been stretching a trying to work in plenty of yoga, but that isn't cutting it. Any suggestions?

w3d1

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:18:11 EST

I just finished the 18 minute cardio sculpt plus a 15 minute ab video. I would like to get another 10 min of cardio at least in today but right now I have to get some other things done! Trying to stay very on track this week. Last week was a bit of a rough one for me! 198

Week 2 Day 4

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:53:48 EST

GREAT workout : ) 45 min with Chris Powell in "The workout" :D I am on day 16 on workout streak woo hoo 104

Is it a good start for you on Monday(s)?

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:51:30 EST

Yes! I was laying around not feeling well yesterday and did not get to workout. Not so good today either but I will watch what I eat better. My husband is home and that is always trouble.. lol.

Catching up for 2 missed days

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:25:35 EST

I fell of the wagon a bit this weekend. I did not get Cardio or video's either Sat or Sunday.

Now Sat was a cardio day off.
Am I supposed to do double cardio today to catch up plus all 3 videos?
I do not think my body can handle that.
But I want to honestly try to do the right thing and try to fullfill the requirements of the challenge.

What should I do?

New Beginning A New Me

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 06:13:46 EST

Due to life I am starting week 1 over. It okay, to redo as long as you keep moving forward. I am off to the gym.

Week 3 extra work

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 05:17:44 EST

So I started week 3 and I did day 1 & 2 videos and 50 mins of cardio. Feeling rather sore but I think that's more from yesterdays workout and not allowing myself recovery. I am feeling good but did day 1 & 2 because tomorrow will be my rest day.

How is everyone else going with week 3?

nan's accountability

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 04:28:42 EST

Day1 week 3 done YEAH!

Week 2 done

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 02:59:08 EST

I have just finished week two and really pleased with myself for keeping to the plan for 2 weeks. The exercises are getting results and I am actually enjoying it.
This is becoming something I look forward to. The extra videos are a bonus as I now have some extra exercises to chose from and I like the Qi Gong as it gentle but still woks the muscles.

Redoing Week One Due to Illness 5 of 7 days

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:44:03 EST

Although I lose the contest by not completing all the weeks, I still plan to finish because quitting is not me. But the Kindle would have been nice 30

Made It Through My Week 1

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:39:09 EST

Well it is sunday night and i tracked my last set of workout for the day....a whole week of every day (except 1) of doing my dance videos...and that one day of heavy house cleaning.....I think I did pretty good to do 30 minutes a day.....

I think starting monday I am going to attempt to track food to....still not sure how it's all going to work (when i make things that get mixed together) and I know it means I have to measure EVERY little Thing....but who knows it may be ok once I ...

Week 2 Complete and Feeling Great

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 21:35:23 EST

I finished Week 2 and this is my 13th day straight. I feel good and have lost a couple of pounds and have never felt better. I did 30 minutes on my exercise bike, the 15 minute abs workout, crunches and various squats.

Hello

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 19:54:48 EST

My Name is Sharmaine......My goal is to lose 51lbs by Mothers Day 2013.....Challenge On!!!!!!

WEEK ONE IM AM DONE

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 16:22:10 EST

week one and I ready for week 2 I scared and very excited at once I had a lil get together with some close girls in my life I had a F.L.O. party and my nephew dropping my niece off his wife looks at my husband and says "andrea looks like she has lost weight" he has not seen me in about 3 weeks my wondeful hubby says to him She is trying really hard and im proud of her she has put her foot down to get back to herself. I was not told of this convo till I got home I was in tears to feel like iv...

My Day 6 week2

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:04:41 EST

Ok video all done and I did an extra video as well no cardio today.

I am doing quite well even if I do say so myself 380 me for sticking with it for almost 2 weeks.

No More Excuses!

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:36:17 EST

Well, after two months of losing basically nothing, it's time to get back in gear and stop letting my excuses ruin my progress. I lost about 40-45 lbs in the past 6-8 months, but I've really been slacking since the holiday season. I gained 90 pounds as a reaction to being sick and in pain to the point I struggled even getting out of bed, nevermind exorcising, and because of the medications I was taking to help manage that pain and sickness. But now I'm doing better! I'm getting healthy, and i...

Week 2, Day 2

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:23:21 EST

Just finished my workout videos for Day Two. For cardio I did the 11 Minute Chair Cardio Workout. Not exactly a walk in the park, either. I got some good intensity going.

For my first bonus video, I did the 12 Minute Low Impact Cardio Workout. It was fun and really got my heart rate up.

Week 1 - Winners Announced

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:20:23 EST

Hello!

I hope you feel proud of yourself for participating in the January Jumpstart Fitness Challenge! Exercising daily, incorporating cardio, and following the daily workouts and challenges for 7 days is no small feat. I hope you feel accomplished! Remember this feeling, and keep your goals in mind. You have three more weeks to go, so remember why you're here and what you hope to accomplish so you can finish the entire 4-week challenge!

Now, I know you all want to know ...

Starting week over

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 12:11:20 EST

Week one didn't go as I wanted it to. I did my cardio everyday but I only did my strength trainingone day this week. I'm just having issues with getting time to myself to do the videos. I wake up early in the morning to get my cardio in but I don't have enough time to do both. I have three boys that demand my attention every minute we are together. But i've decided I'm just going to have to shut myself in my room to do my videos. so i'm starting week one over, beginning today.

Hello!

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:36:54 EST

I became a Spark member in September but have just recently started really working at it and tracking everything. This time I'm doing it for me! No one else! I'm eating better and have exercised t least 10 minutes a day since 1/6/12. I lost 2# this week! woohoo! I want to be healthier and stronger. Have more stamina! Most of all I'm tired of not being able to move without my body getting in the way! Good luck to everyone! Hang in there and keep up the great work! WE CAN DO THIS!!!!

break a leg...

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:00:03 EST

I've been doing really well exercising and was enjoying watching the numbers on the scale go down...unfortunately on Friday I fell and broke my leg!! What can I do now? I need to keep exercising somehow so I don't lose the momentum I've gained, and I really don't want to start gaining weight now that I'm mostly immobile. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

Week 1

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 10:07:01 EST

Finished week 1. I hope I have done everything right here. Feel so much better doing something for me. Lost 2 pounds and I have my meals planned for the coming week.

Do you take off on Sunday in any way?

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 09:52:51 EST

Sometimes I don't exercise while other times I go for an evening walk. On Sunday I have a little dessert. I just cannot be perfect every single day. That's me! 495 I made some small cookies and have the control to only eat 2-3 rather than 3-5! It's important not to binge and it helps me to have some fun foods once i a while.

Week 2 Day 3

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 08:07:48 EST

Feeling GREAT and ENERGIZED 334 todays workout Total Body Scultp Cross Train :D

Motivated at last !

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 05:02:29 EST

I discovered Spark People by accident on New Years Day....12 days on I've lost 3 pounds, and my partner has joined in and lost 4 pounds! .....I'm so motivated....this might well be the diet plan that finally makes a difference !

where is my motivation? who has it?

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 03:56:02 EST

I have been rubbish!!! i was going to defend myself with tales of long working hours (true), being freezing cold in this weather (true) a physically demanding job (also true) but the long and short of it is LACK OF MOTIVATION.

so for this reason, i'm leaving the group and rejoining tomorrow, on my day off, to start things off on the right foot.

yesterday, 5 days after starting to change my eating habits, we weighed in again and i hadn't lost a things. and that de-motiv...

Week 1, Day 6..feeling great :)

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 23:33:33 EST

Just finishing up my good day. It was over 60 degrees here in Indiana today, which was amazing! Took my two little boys to the park, but instead of driving, opted to walk. It ended up being only a mile round trip, but it was enough to get me ready for the afternoon and wipe them out for nap time. :)
Ate a little bit more than I had been this week, since I've been trying to stay toward the bottom part of the caloric range, but I still managed to stay in the acceptable range. Because of t...

Day 12 & Counting - What a Great Day

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 23:15:03 EST

Today, was a great day.
I went to an Aerbothon today from 9 am until 1 pm. We did three hours of continuous exercise classes from Hula Hoop, Belly Dancing, Step Class, Kickboxing and Thai Chi. It was great, I completed it and received my t-shirt that said that I survived. I definitely have to get myself a hula hoop. It was a great workout and so much fun. I haven't try hula hooping since I was a kid. I also did my 73 miniutes on the treadmill, Sparkpeople Day 6 Arm workout and my ...

Bonus videos for week 2

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 22:13:29 EST

For bonus videos this week, I did the SparkPeople 5-Minute Core Workout with Ball Video and the 10-Minute Cardio Kickboxing Workout Video. Both are excellent!

going to have to start over

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 22:10:43 EST

due to illness making me miss work outs I'm going to start this challenge over as soon as I get well again.

I did it !

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 20:24:40 EST

I'm so excited and proud of myself. It feels great to have fully finished wk 1. I do pretty good watching what I eat, but to commit to the exercise part of it was quite the challenge. With a full time job and 3 kids, time seems to slip away fast. Anyway, wk 1 down and on to wk 2. Good luck everybody!!!!!

Outside My Box Cardio

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 19:34:20 EST

I'm usually a bicycle and rowing machine kind of girl. But today, my daughter and I were having some one-on-one time at Target, and I saw Just Dance Disney. Normally, I'm not an impluse shopper, but my daughter had Just Dance Kids already, and it seemed like fun. I'm an Official Disney Nut, so I decided to go for it. We brought the thing home, unwrapped it, and spent the next 30 minutes dancing like the wannabe Broadway stars we are.

To say I am a good dancer is like saying t...

Done

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 18:39:07 EST

It feels good to be back, but also shows me how out of shape I am, ugh. But I'm at least doing something about it. I just wish I could get on track with the eating part. I watched a video on 5 foods we should not eat. Corn was surprising and guess what... it is in practically everything. That and soybean substance. Both are not good according to the video. I need to learn to eat off the land, but I feel as though I'm addicted to all the preservatives and modifiers. God help me and best wishes...

How many pounds did u lose after week one?

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:26:59 EST

I lost 1 1/2 pounds... the slower, the older I get! 192 55

Started Week Two: Working Cardio in a Chair!I

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 13:17:15 EST

I was so down when I hurt my foot and had difficulty walking and then I read a post by a SP member that had me working out in no time. I searched for a workout in the video section and did it twice. I am happy now that I am not sitting around feeling sad and frustrated. THX friends. 319

Although I had a slow start this week I did keep track of my nutrition! It helped.

Cardio

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 12:22:12 EST

So I am on day three. I did some cardio yesterday and realized just how out of shape I am. I could not keep up with one of the cardio routines from Sparkpeople and so I went to my x-box and did about 15 min on it. But I can't do much longer than that at any one time. Before December I was walking up to 5 miles a day at a pace of 3 mph. And I'm thinking that really isn't a great speed. So I am going to try to do my cardio in short amounts like 10-15 min at a time a couple of times a day to get...

A sad day....I will have to drop out

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 10:27:33 EST

On Friday, January 11th I got word that my mother passed away. I will be traveling to West Virginia and will be unable to continue with this Challenge. Good luck to everyone.

amy

W2D1

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 10:27:25 EST

Just did the cardio interval video. It was a little easier this time than the first time. Also did a half hour of deep cleaning housework. Now off to the showers. Have mother in law coming in today and then my boys' birthday party to attend. Have a great week everyone!!!

Day 5 complete

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 07:40:56 EST

Day 5 was done with a few modifications and I have enjoyed the challenge.
More exercise planned for this afternoon as well.
Having this to do each means I am accountable and that helps a lot to keep to my goal.

Week 1, Day 5..so far, so good!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 23:28:42 EST

So today is day 5 of the first week and I'm still feeling very motivated! I've done a lot of "diets" in the past, but this is first time that I've approached it this way. I'm not dieting this time, just limiting portions. Since I tend to overeat out of boredom, I've taken up some hobbies to keep my mind off of eating. We've also started eating healthier -- more proteins, less bad carbs, no sweets, etc. Day 5 and I've lost a little more than 4 pounds, which I'm just ecstatic about :) Today I d...

Just finished week 2!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:03:01 EST

Feeling really good. Tons of energy. Slacking a bit with the water intake so need to keep up with that. But the videos are perfect. I do them twice on most days and feel like I'm challenged but not enough to discourage me. I did the Barre and Yoga Fusion videos for my bonus videos this week. For my cardio I did the Zombies, Run! 5 K app three times, then walked and did stairs on in between days.

On to Week 3!

Wk 2 D5--Did it!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 21:01:33 EST

Whew! Thought I was going to have to miss my cardio today due to a couple of curveballs--the main one was having to take ds to his basketball game.

But then I was sitting there I thought, " Large stadium with a complete circuit around it" and I got up and walked until his game started---perfect! It came out to 35 minutes!

And to top it off ds's team won!!

Hurt my foot... cannot walk or dance now.

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 17:08:58 EST

Boo, it's difficult to start off well and the get hurt. I have no idea how it happened but it saddens me that I cannot use my foot. It hurts too bad. I know there is nothing I can do about it except ice it and rest but I am too anxious to get back to working out. Everything is on hold.

Whoops!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:56:55 EST

So, I haven't done much cardio for this week. I've only been doing the videos. Did I goof? Should I start over!? 40

finding the time to exercise

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:54:42 EST

I failed off the wagon when I came down with a cold. Then I had a visitor a couple of days after. I could not get the energy that was needed to get me motivated. I need some spark again.

Bonus Video

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:06:46 EST

I chose the 6-Minute Hips, Glutes & Thighs Workout as my bonus video. WooHoo! It was goooooood.

Week 2, Days 2 and 3

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 12:47:10 EST

So, I had to take a break yesterday due to overdoing it Wednesday. So, today I played a little catch-up. Got in a 2 mile walk, came home, and did the Day 2 and Day 3 videos. I feel rocking now, which is a definite improvement over yesterday.

And I get a bonus workout in this week playing airsoft before classes start. :D

Now What

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 12:43:45 EST

Just broke my ankle last night. Going to have to rethink this one..............? 234

week 2

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:07:19 EST

Today i have exercised to the Bollywood video for core & the lower body & the core workouts for strength. Feel great. Tracking food & water also. Having a great day. 198 224

day2 of 2nd week

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:01:56 EST

Today i have exercised to Bollywood for cardio and lower body & core for strength. I feel energized after doing them. Also am drinking water & tracking my food.. Great day so far.

Day 4 and weigh day

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:19:29 EST

Well day 4 is done no cardio today I did a lot of walking today in the shopping centre and yesterday I cleaned the cooker a job I hate but it certainly gives you a work out.

Weigh day and 2 pounds down 224 so this is working and helps me to keep going as well

Week 2 Day 2

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 06:31:07 EST

I am feeling stronger and have more energy WOO HOO :D I purchased 5 new dvds to keep from getting bored and for muscle confusion and it seems to be working :D

Finished week one!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 05:11:48 EST

This was pretty hard, but I made it. I never got any emails with videos, but had to go to the team every morning, then go to more team challenges. I will assume week two is a repeat of week one, it usually is on these channenges. Hope everyone else made week one!

keeping up the good work!!

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:51:21 EST

first congrats to all who have made it to even get past day one some quit that quick and i am the queen of this. I am so happy I found this sight I was concerned I would give up again here i am day 5 on spark and day 10 on my diet and i am quite proud!!! I love the videos though very difficult for me because I am in rough shape and because of several incidents that have made parts of me not function properly. I have however noticed that doing the videos my joints are loosening my energy is ri...

Just joining

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 00:46:30 EST

Hello, my name is Cindy and this is my first time on Spark People and my first challenge. I have a really big weight loss goal ahead of me. I know that I need to find a fitness routine that I can stick to. I haven't been able to stick to any exercise routine since high school, and well, this year I'll be 36.

Day 10 - Feeling Great

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 23:00:25 EST

Day 10 and I am still going strong. Today was Zumba and it felt great.

Hello. My name is Priscilla

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:03:54 EST

I'm trying this again. I lost 26 pounds a few years back, but have gained it all back and then some. I know most of my problem is what I eat, so hopefully I will change that. Best wishes to you all.

Extra Videos

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:50:59 EST

So... I have done a bunch of videos and I think I still have an extra one to do this week. 1 that I have done so far is the butt and thigh on the ball video. I could feel it! I will hopefully get the 2nd extra one in tomorrow. If I am not getting sick again. *fingers crossed*

Week 1...So Far

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:24:19 EST

So far, week one is going good. I have gotten all my cardio in, and the videos are challenging but do-able. I think I'll be able to keep this up! I really enjoyed the video for today. The one for the legs. Thanks coach Nicole for doing this for us!
Linda

lunch time walks

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:45:11 EST

I just finished a 30 minute walk at lunch. I always feel so great when I do it. I have two other walking buddies at work and we keep other motivated.

Week One is done

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:02:44 EST

I made it throw the first week it was not that bad. The hardest part of the week was not eating the christmas cookies :( so I took them out of the house and to our church last Sunday for half time. Good bye week one hello week two.

challenge

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:18:41 EST

Just weighed myself after completing week 1 and I am down 1#. I guess it doesn't pay to eat what you know you shouldn't over the holidays. Will not be making fudge and cookies that I like for awhile. Need to learn to pace myself better. New Year new start for me. I will reach my goal this year.

10 days down...20 to go

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:17:48 EST

It's been 10 days since I had had any sweet. 287 475 473 494 495
I don't even crave sweets like I used to.
Today at work, A co-worker brought in 4 dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts. I was not even tempted to grab one. I am just not as interested in sweets anymore. I have read that after awhile you do start to crave them and I really think that is true for me. 334

Yoga video replacement?

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:44:52 EST

The yoga video workout included in this weekly plan was very hard for me to follow. I did not enjoy doing it at all. I assume the answer is yes, but just wanted to check, I can substitute another yoga workout of the same time length for this?

2 steps plus back

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:37:11 EST

Yesterday I hit my lowest weight in years.Despite having a terrible cold that limited my usual daily workouts, I was on my way for 2013 to set records. My weight and fitness goals for the next 6 months and the next 12 were doable.

Then, I slipped! 911, ride in an ambulance, hours in the ER. What I learned is that my upper body is really weak. I can't use crutches and my good leg is not strong enough to get up from a seated position.

No workouts possible until the severit...

Week 2 Day 1

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 08:20:14 EST

Feeling GREAT- have the new total body sculpting dvd and LOVE it : ) I am starting week 2 off stronger and more focused : ) 381

Carry on into week 2!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 06:54:23 EST

Very sore with the leg/core work from the first week. I'm recovering from hip and knee replacement. I modified the exercises and now doing well. Feeling stronger than 1 week ago. Will progress as able and carry on! Yea, making progress!

Day 3

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 04:44:32 EST

Day three is complete and I have done an extra video as well and tried this
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/videos-
detail.asp?video=30
I liked it it is different and something new for me.

I am getting the hang of this exercise thing and starting to like it maybe exercise is not so bad after all.

Just started Week 2

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:47:28 EST

I'm off to a good start for Week 2 and plan on doing better this week!!!! 334

Tips for the hips

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:07:53 EST

Overall, I can do most activities in the videos but most of the moves in the thigh pilates work out hurt. For me, it is in my hips I feel a lot of pain. I think it's due to some damage to the joints thanks to growing up with pigeon feet and not having it fixed until I turned 20.

I want to complete this workout and have been trying for a few months now, but I don't seem to be getting anywhere, there still seems to be as much pain and I can only get a few minutes in before I have to...

W1D6

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 23:18:23 EST

I have been doing great with the Spark 10 minute workout videos. They are challenging, yet fun. I am really enjoying them and look forward to what is coming next.

However, the cardio is a challenge for me. Today was a great day, I had time to do it today. My boys (8 & 9) did my walking DVD with me and we all had fun. However, some days, I am not able to get to the 10 minute video until around 11 PM. I get up at 5:30 and hit the ground running and some days, I don't get time fo...

Week 1, Day 3. Wow, am I outta shape!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 23:17:42 EST

It really hit me today how incredibly out of shape I've gotten. I did the upper body sculpt workout today and there were chair dips on the video. I used to do these all of the time when I was in high school, so I was pretty confident that I could do them still...ya, I was mistaken hah. Definitely putting that one on a list of things to improve on! Overall, I'm very happy with the fitness challenge and getting my eating on track. My husband is eating healthy with me and it's made it a lot easi...

Week 1 Day 3

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 22:58:30 EST

Because of work and evening meetings, I was unable to get my work out in today. I walked a total of 3,075 steps.

Day 9 and Still Going

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 22:36:45 EST

This is day nine and I am still going strong. Rode 45 minutes on exercise bike, did Sparkpeople video for the day and logged in all food, veggies and water. I hope I can keep this up. The only problem is that I like to exercise late night instead of morning and early evening. Sometimes I don't start until after 10 pm.

NEED MOTIVATION Update post

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 22:32:38 EST

so i got off the computer still not wanting to do anything so i decide to fold and put the laundry away, well then after that i picked up all the dirty laundry and put it in the hamper then I swept my bedroom floor....so by this time i was still tired but i put on my workout gear and said to myself the whole time....(Just go get it over with, do one song just ONE song)
so i put in my MJ The Experience for the Wii and I started, before I knew it I had broke a HUGE sweat and had done 6 son...

HELLO EVERYONE IM GONNA NEED A CONSTANT PUSH LOL

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 19:54:00 EST

Hello I am a 31 years young momma i have had six total children 2 adopted 1 passed 9 years ago and 3 here with me i was not lucky i have girls hee hee!! I am a Tupperware consultant and love it I get to stay home with my girls . My hubby is a good comfort but he is 125 wet lol.i have been trying for a while to get on track to weight lose and i always bum out by day three. I was 135 in hs but i only want to get to 160 bc of my structure. I love my life but i am loosing mobility with each pound...

My Wake Up Call

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 19:52:43 EST

I was recently watching the premiere of "The Biggest Loser" and looking at the female contestants on TV, I realized "That's me! That's what I actually look like at 5' 3" and 260 lbs." Somehow when I look in the mirror, I wasn't seeing the truth. I've been living with my eyes wide shut.

But watching them struggle and strain through those hard workouts, crying, cursing, vomiting and breaking down, I knew that even though I'm not ready for something that hard core, I do need to get re...

help please

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 19:39:00 EST

how many calories do i burn for doing biggest looser jumpstart 198

NEED MOTIVATION!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 17:42:26 EST

I have no desire or motivation to do ANYTHING today let alone my challenge...I have 6 hours and 15 minutes left in today to find a way to get up n go
HELP! 46 39

Nearing The End of Week 1

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 16:37:27 EST

I am coming up on the end of week 1 and I am excited and proud of myself for sticking with it even this long.

My goals for this challenge are as follows:

1. To complete the challenge in its entirety
2. To push myself just a little bit more each day
3. To focus right now on simply living more healthfully and less on weight loss

Already I feel stronger, more determined, more focused. I cannot wait to see how I feel the end of week 4!

finally going to do it !!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:19:01 EST

well im 23 yrs old and have struggled with my weight sense i was about 15 i have been on the yo yo dieting plenty of times u know the whole deal , diet pills quick fixes and working out but nothing seemed to ever stick . i have a family that isnt very supportive and are the type that always makes comments on my weight especially my father , which has been the hardest for me to get over . i am finally going to stop procrastinating and going to do this for my self and the rest of my life .

Postponing Week 1

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:05:52 EST

I am going to postpone Week 1 due to a nasty cold. That won't set back my momentum, as I am already at my goal weight. I want to be able t do the challenge full stem ahead. I am sure there are others in the same boat. 252

bonus video choice

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 10:16:38 EST

I actually added two bonus videos! I did lower body workout with ball and upper body workout with resistance band!

Week 2, Day 1

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 08:51:31 EST

Just finished my week 2, day one workouts, and I have to say that I'm tired. I did the regular day 1 video, and then substituted a new podcast I found (Fit for Duty) for my second one. I definitely recommend that podcast for anyone looking to switch up their workouts. I enjoyed it so much, and there's a whole bunch more that I'm still downloading from iTunes so I can do them in the future.

I'm also going on a walk with my boyfriend later, since we talked about becoming active toge...

Bye Bye week 1

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 07:12:53 EST

I am done with week one off to see what week 2 is about. I had a 3 pound weight loss this week! WOO HOO!

Starting Week 2 today!

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 07:11:29 EST

I am so pumped to start week 2~

Day 2 of week 2

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 02:46:59 EST

Exercise done and I am using a DVD I have for the cardio Leanne's Chair Workout for the days when standing is painful for me.
I am doing the videos as before and adding the cardio and one extra video of my choice. I love the list available and finding it hard to sort out which one to use I like so many of them. I may save some for use later on.

Falling Off the Wagon

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 00:55:58 EST

I started out doing well. But by Day 5 and 6 I just couldn't get motivated. But on Day 7 I made myself exercise and it felt good! 198

Week one day 3

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 00:52:30 EST

Walked 42 minutes and did 3 sets of the day three video using 8 pound weights. Made some mistakes with my nutrition range see my blog, but it might cost me any lose of weight- well this past week is done 4 days left to try to correct some of the stall or gain in weight not sure yet

Loving my new workout routine working on week 2

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 00:38:29 EST

So far this month it has been very easy to get into a workout routine. I have really been enjoying my workouts! Last time around I had quite a few favorite videos including the Day 1 swimsuit bootcamp, kickboxing bootcamp and pretty much all of the other bootcamps. My favorites were Day 1, and pilates and yogilates. I still LOVE those videos but I have found a new favorite cardio to add with the others that I can't get enough of this month. The ten minute Jump rope cardio! I love it-- i...

Week two day two

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 00:26:49 EST

Went to the schools gym before leaving school today. Used there circuit training equipment for thirty minutes. The other 30 minutes of exercise was walking to places. Today's exercise was decent. Still at the easy level with bridges, but was way easier this week then last week.

Hi - I am hoping this challenge gives me a jump

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 23:59:04 EST

Hi I am a 30yr old from Ga. I have been a on and off member of Spark People for a few years now. I have always struggled with my weight even as a child. As I got older I discovered that I have PCOD which is an issue some women have and one of its side affects is weight gain with the very difficult in ability to lose weight. I do take medication to help because I have insulin resistance. I finally became a mom 18months ago to a little girl who is EXTREMELY energetic. I was up to weighing 305lb...

Day 8 Finished

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 23:36:57 EST

This is my 8th consecutive day of getting at least 30 minutes or more of exercise and I have completed all of my Sparkpeople videos thus far and logged all of my food and all of my water. I hope I can keep this up for 30 days. I am really dedicated this time. I just try not to think about food and concentrate on my health and wellness.

W1D2

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:33:05 EST

Today, I walked a total of 9,476 steps...disappointed...I strive for 10,000+. I spent 30 minutes on the elliptical ranging between 3.5 and 4.0 - determined by the speed of my music...lol
The next 15 minutes was on the treadmill -- at an elevation of 4.0 at a speed of 3.5. I ended my workout strengthening my thighs with weight of 120 lbs using both legs. Then one leg at a time at weight of 65 lbs.

W1D5

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:20:21 EST

Today is my weigh in day. I am down 3 pounds. I like it. I am proud of myself to have lost that. I had a couple of parties to attend and a lot of stress this week. I handled each event much better than I have in the past. I can keep this up. Will be doing my day 5 Pilates Thigh Video now.

emotional diet snares

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:08:06 EST

Sabatage! The dreaded drama always finds the package of holiday snickers! It isn't the fact that I am hungry, I just want to stuff my mouth until I can't anymore. Oh Lord, help my find the sweet potatoes and nuke them fast. I would love to know if there is a more satisfying drama food out there so I don't blow the day out of the water.
Any suggestions, friends? Because I'm about to feed the garbage disposal snickers and find that last sweet potatoe in the bottom of the panty.

All Results Are Great!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 21:59:04 EST

Hello fellow members. I lost one pound this week, and that was not from being perfect but from being consistent and committed to my goals. Thanks to all for being there to aid me in being consistent and committed.

friends in week 1 how you doing

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 20:56:20 EST

its only been 2 days but im still going managing to complete everything
i was SOOOOOOOO tired today i didnt want to do it but I did it anyways now i feel great and wont have that let myself down feeling

Adding videos to tracker issue.

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 18:16:05 EST

I can't find the Day 2 video using the fitness tracker search, and I can't do it using the "Track Calories Burned" button on the videos page.

Help!

Hello

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 17:59:07 EST

Hello my new friends...I'm here looking to get healthy and loose a few lbs in the prosess. Hoping to learn and adapt a new life style for myself and my family...I have started so many times but this time I'm going to to finish the race!!!! and be stronger in the end!!! whoot whoot bring it on!!!

Hello

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 17:16:20 EST

Hi I'm Vanessa and I just joined spark ppl. I'm looking to lose a lot of weigh, be move active, get motivated, and find great delicious recipes.

Week 2

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 16:38:13 EST

I want my next 4 weeks to be as good as my first. I'm hoping this challenge will help me reach that goal.

TurboFire HIIT workout!!!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 15:17:25 EST

So today i did the Turbofire HIIT workout for 20 mins!! Felt good using that as a Cardio!! For toning i'm going to do P90X!! Even though i am coming down with a lousy cold it feels better when i sweat a little helps release the cold instead of laying in bed with a bunch of heavy clothing sweating it out!!! I am soo motivated!!! Looking to drop a considerable amount of weight by March!!!

Challenge accepted! :)

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:15:01 EST

Hello everyone! My name is Brittany! I joined the the Jan. Jumpstart Fitness Challenge to help get me back on track to healthier more fit me. My goal is to lose about 15 pounds by retraining myself to eat healthier and becoming more physically active. I'm here for advice and tips as well as giving my own. I look forward to the next 4 weeks! Good luck everyone! :) Let's rock n roll this challenge! :))

Restarting January Jumpstart

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 11:12:03 EST

I had signed up last Tuesday for this challenge and have not been able to be consistent with the videos like I should. I have been tracking everything, eating well, and working out though, so today I have made the decision to restart! I left the team and rejoined so that my start day has reset. Although I won't be eligible for the prize portion of the challenge, my prize will be to successfully follow and complete the requirements for this challenge. I look forward to getting back into the sw...

Hello from Chicago!!!!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 10:49:23 EST

Hi there! My name is Michelle and I am from the Windy City!! In January 2012, I was diagnosed with Diabetes. Since then, I have cut back on lots of the food that I love, eliminated soda and began drinking lots more water. I have lost 30 pounds but my doctor said I need to lose more to, hopefully, get rid of the Diabetes. She says I am still young enough to control it with eating right and exercising. That's easier said than done. I have kept off the weight I've lost (i might have gained...

Day 2

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 10:39:11 EST

Well day 2 is a success ... I am rather pleased with myself for sticking to this! The sweat feels great and keeps me going all day :) I am so excited to finally be on track with eating and exercise. I AM GONNA DO THIS!! :)

goals and experiences

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 09:59:52 EST

in my youth i was very active .i was a ballet dancer and i also ran cross country. i also enjoyed health eating habits. however, things changed as i grew older and got married and had a child. but since my child is now grown i hope to lose the weight and go back to more healthy eating habits and exercise. i would like to lose 55 lbs. or more by the end of the year. i did it last year. i lost 55 lbs. last year. i'd like to do it again this year too!