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I am ready to dive into my first 6-week challenge. My 6-week goal is to lose weight and firm up so that I can fit into a US Women's size 8. To accomplish this I need to lose at least 5 inches around my waist, (I know that I cannot spot-reduce, but that is my trouble area, and I hates it, so that will be how I measure success) Goal 1: Tai Chi twice every week. Ideally this will be once in my class and once with my tai chi buddy, but I will still practice even if my buddy is not available. Goal 2: Weight lift 3x every week. I have free weights, I have a bench, there are zero clothes hanging on it right now so WTF am I waiting for? Goal 3: Eat a minimum of 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. Too many times I chose the less healthy snacks because they are quick and available. I am committing to cutting up the cucumbers and jicama in my produce drawer and having them ready to add to a meal or grab as a snack. Life goal: Get a job as a classroom teacher. I just earned my California teaching credential, but since I have an okay job with benefits right now I am not pushing myself to go out and apply for teaching jobs even though I know that I would be happier in a classroom. My starting stats: Height 5'5" Weight: 156 Waist: 34"