BeckyBuckeye

I just joined Goodreads this year, so I have no idea how many books I read last year. Aiming for 45 this year, so we'll see how it goes. I read stuff all over the map, but I've been reading some classics that either I missed in high school or don't feel like I appreciated. I also read some YA stuff, some non-fiction, and I'm a big fan of dystopias. The only things I usually stay away from are pop-lit and mystery/thriller, although I've read some things recommended in both genres and liked them. http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7307171-becky

Well I'm too late to be eligible to win (oh well, no big deal), let's rundown the numbers to get some stat points, shall we? 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Did it 9/18 times I should have. F (+0 STR, +0 DEX) 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Did well except for the holidays, and limited myself then too, so it's a good 80%. B (+1.5 CON, +.75 CHA) 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Only missed 1 the entire challenge! A (+1 CON, +2 CHA) 4. Minimize work distractions: I went in cycles of being really good, then terrible. Overall it averaged out to B (+2.25 WIS, +.75 CHA) So I did fairly well. I have a tendency to be hard on myself, but this looks pretty okay, if I do say so myself. Off to update my signature!

Thanks shoobie, I'm better now. Still a little cough, but going back to the gym today! Excited to get started again! I didn't really get over that cold until Saturday and then took the weekend to rest and finish recovering. Didn't make it through yoga, but stuck to my diet stuff. Let's review week 4! 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Nope. 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Yep! 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Done! 4. Minimize work distractions: It was a crazy week, averaged out to a B+!

SPOILER(ISH) ALERT: I have never seen the movie, but the book stands really well on its own. Really interesting and I want to see the movie now. So how did the narrator fight Tyler at the beginning?

Ugh, I have the Headcold from Hell, so I didn't workout last night. I also had to stay pretty late at work (7 p.m.) so I literally got home, ate dinner, and went to bed. Then didn't sleep well because it was hard to breathe. Yuck. Still feel awful today, so won't be going to the gym (I'm going to try yoga and see what happens, I may have to stop in the middle). Alright, let's see how I fared last week. 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Once, Friday. No excuses, just tired and lazy. 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Success! I even went completely without sugary things for 2 days. 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Done! 4. Minimize work distractions: No distractions on Monday, but the rest had some. Average B- I also made it to the gym the 3 times I was supposed to. Not bad, actually. Disappointed in myself for not doing my yoga, but oh well. Hopefully this cold doesn't sideline my workouts for too long...

Got super busy last night so didn't manage to get to the gym, so I forced my grumpy self out of bed early this morning to go before work. I feel better though!

I missed one of my workouts over Thanksgiving break, but picked everything back up starting yesterday.

Hi! Sorry I dropped of the face of the Internet for the holiday weekend, life was busy! Thanks for the encouragement! I'll be limiting sugar further in the future, but I want to use this challenge to prove to myself that I can do even this little bit since I've had self-control issues in the past. Last week wasn't fantastic for my goals, but I had anticipated that and I'm back on track now. Let's go item by item because I like organization. 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Twice, Monday and Wednesday. Not too bad, I was hoping to do some on my trip, but alas no. 2/3 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Succeeded on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday. Had more on Thursday, Friday, Saturday because of Thanksgiving itself, then visiting my favorite local places and going out with friends. 4/7 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Even though a lot of these were eating out because of traveling, all of the above! 7/7 4. Minimize work distractions: Worked Monday through Wednesday: 15, 10, 10 minutes. Average: B- I also missed one workout while traveling (I did one, but should have done two). So you can tell that traveling and holidays are a weak spot for me. Honestly I should have done yoga once and another hotel room workout and that's my fault. No excuses there. But the sugar goal I'm not upset about. Thursday, I ate fairly well at Thanksgiving dinner, then had my grandma's pumpkin pie and a cookie because they're fantastic. Friday was drinks at the bar with my friends in Columbus that I haven't seen since July. Saturday was a doughnut from the local doughnut shop that I love and a specialty drink from Sonic because our closest one is an hour away. Yeah, I had multiple sugary things those days, but I chose ones that were special and I knew that I would miss my goal and chose to eat/drink them anyway. I think that's a key for me achieving goals and not getting frustrated is allowing myself the special treats like those and not feeling guilty. That being said, I'm going to try going without sugar for a few days. Starting tomorrow since I already had my Smarties today.

Well actually, I am coming to Cbus because that's where my grandparents live. Going back to Cincy after Thanksgiving day for immediate family. So, both? Haha.

We're getting everything ready tonight to leave for Ohio tomorrow, so I got up at 5:30 this morning to get my workout in before work. Eew. But I did it! Did you ever get a workout in over the weekend?

Nice work! If taking sips of water throughout your workout is helping your queasiness, make sure you're drinking enough water throughout the day. That would definitely be a problem.

Woot! Nice work! Travelling is always hard (I'm about to leave on a trip too!), but it wounds like you did really well!

Thanks AM! Determination, stubbornness, whatever you want to call it...haha. The sugar goal has been a lot easier than I expected, so that's exciting. I'm working my way up! Squib, then first year, etc. Credit to Isabelle for the idea! Thanks shoobie! I know I'm tough on my grading, I'm trying to force myself into behaving myself. We'll see if it works

Yesterday I did yoga, but was distracted at work for 25 minutes, so C Then today I went to the gym, but haven't eaten dinner yet (oops). Both days I only had one serving of candy. Mixed bag these last few days, but still going pretty strong! 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Three! 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Check! 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: 1/2 4. Minimize work distractions: C

Nice work! Keep going strong!

Ooh, that food looks GOOD. Nice work!

A couple of days ago I found my new gym pet peeve: someone was doing dumbbell bicep curls directly in front of the only dumbbell rack.

Haha, I love your theme AND your goals. Keep going, you can do this!

Welcome! I love that your challenge is going a full 6 weeks. Your goals are also awesome, I'm all for momentum-changing challenges and I love that your wife is involved! If you want to look for more veggie recipes, try the "Recipe" or "General Diet and Nutrition" under Nutrition. Good luck! Avalonna, I'm stealing that recipe...

I wish I had more words of comfort, but I'm sorry for your loss and I wish you the best of luck going forward. That said, I like how specific you've made your goals. One word of warning though, don't let missing one appointment or goal derail your progress. You have a lot going on, so if you miss one, just get back on track the next day! You can do this!

I found you! Sounds like a good plan to try to not step on the scale. IT LIES. How'd the liquid diet and the snoozing go today?

Oof, I'm tired. Posting this then going to bed. For the first time this week, I wasted no time at all at work! Really proud of myself! I had an ice cream sandwich as my sugary thing, and made pasta when I got home from the gym around 7. My ankles are stiff and sore, which is pretty annoying but that's what happens with a new workout schedule and weak ankles. Feeling good! 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Two... 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Check! 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Check! 4. Minimize work distractions: A

Yay! I went today too!

I use Google Chrome, so I downloaded "Chrome Nanny," which works pretty well, except I can't block Gmail or Youtube (I use it for music. Seriously) and Internet Explorer, which I also need for work, doesn't have any blocks on it. I haven't been on it since Monday, but that's where I struggle. Thanks! Thanks! I'm not used to my life goal being the hardest, this is new to me! Not bad though, so far at least. Had cinnamon bread for breakfast, wasted 10 minutes at work (, Boyfriend took me to dinner at 6:30, and did yoga after dinner. Yoga feels awesome on sore muscles. Yay! 1. Yoga 20 minutes 3 times per week: Two... 2. Only 1 serving of sugary stuff per day: Check! 3. Start dinner by 8 p.m: Check! 4. Minimize work distractions: B

Stand in front of a platform. Jump onto it, then back down. Repeat. It doesn't sound that fun, but for some reason, I'm loving them.