Introduction: Hello. I'm Johnboy. This is my first Nerdfitness quest. I've exercised on and off over the years, but I've watched my waist slowly balloon over time and I'd like to stop that trend. Also, there are things (like parkour) that I'd like to be able to do. I am an experienced hiker, but I've never really made it habitual. I've never had much body confidence (looks or skills), but over the last while it's become clear that my head is my biggest obstacle. Looking for support, especially in a week or so when I'll be completely ready to quit. Main Quest: Get into a healthy weight percentage by the end of the year (currently average 34 to 36% on my electronic scale). I'd like to drop that by 10%. Quest 1: Strength Training for 45 minutes, 3 times a week. Measurement: A = 17 sessions, B = 14 sessions, C = 11 sessions Reward: A = +3 STR, B = +2 STR, C = +1 STR Quest 2: Eat at least 2 freggies a day. I am more likely to make a sandwich every time I eat than to grab something fresh. Measurement: A = 2 freggies, 41 days; B = 2 freggies, 36 days, C = 2 freggies, 30 days Reward: A = +3 WIS, +2 CON, B = +2WIS, +1 CON, C = +1WIS Quest 3: Long walks on the weekends. I walk to work most days (about 2 miles each way). So I have the endurance. And I live in very pretty country. So taking a long walk or hike on the weekend shouldn't be a problem. Measurement: A = 6 hikes, 10-20 mils each; B = 5 hikes, 10-20 mils each, C = 4 hikes, 10-20 mils each Reward: A = +3 END, +2 STA, B = +2 END, +1 STA, C = +1 END Life Quest: I want to become a writer. So, as a first step, I'm going to keep a journal. Measurement: A = 41 days, B = 36 days, C = 30 days Reward: A = +2 CHA, B = +1CHA, C = +0.5 CHA Motivation: I'm now 41 years old. I'm in a dead-end job, spending too many hours doing stuff I don't care about. It is time to start living, instead of merely going through the motions. I want my children to be proud of me.
