Pep Talk
We are approaching the final few weeks of the challenge. Now is the time to check in with yourself and see how you are doing. Are things slipping? If so, use this week to refocus and get back on track! Today is a new day and a new opportunity to take control of your life. You can make the next minute, hour, day, and week better by making smart food choices and getting regular exercise.Always try to work towards FEELING good. Don't worry about the scale. If you are FEELING good, that usually means you are eating right, exercising, and getting enough sleep. Then everything else will fall into place.
This type of change is not an overnight thing. There are hurdles along the way, and you might find yourself back-pedaling at times. It is not about being perfect 100% of the time. The key to success is getting back on track 100% of the time when you do slip up.
Here are your goals for this week. Additions are marked in BOLD text.
- Complete 3 40-60 minute workouts this week.
- Complete 1 quicker or less intense workout (i.e. Challenge Workout below, walking, quick 1-mile jog).
- Plan and eat a breakfast, lunch, dinner, and two snacks each day. Limit your takeout to 1 time this week.
- Reserve two meals this week for "treat" meals. They can be any meals -- Friday pizza night, Sunday brunch, Tuesday work lunch, etc. Just make sure to get back on track afterwards.
- If you slip up, get right back on track with your next MEAL, not the next day.
Challenge Workout
Perform 5 rounds of the following exercises as quickly as possible, taking breaks as needed:- 20 Mountain Climbers (each leg = 1/2 rep)
- 20 Jump Squats
- 20 Russian Twists (each side = 1/2 rep)
