RedCedar Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 I jumped in late on the last challenge, so this is gonna be my first full challenge. I allowed myself to lose some focus last time around, and did not commit myself fully, but I was able to complete my first unassisted chin-up! (~1/3 of the way to a pull-up, the ultimate goal!) Because of this pretty awesome accomplishment, I am crediting myself with a level up. Level 2 Huttling AdventurerSTR: 6.75 | STA: 3 | DEX: 2 | WIS: 2.75 | CHA: 5.75 |CON: 3.5 (+1 while wearing my NF hoodie)(these stats include the weekly challenge bonuses) On to the good stuff...Fitness goal #1 Play an entire game of Rugby 7's. Some of my old rugger buddies have talked me (a large, slow prop with asthma) into playing summer 7's with them. I played some Rugby Union back in college, and wasn't bad. I even made First Team All-American for DII my freshman year. But it has been a while since I've played regularly and let me tell you, I am waaaay out of rugby shape, let alone 7's! By the end of this challenge, I want to be able to at least hang with my mates for the full 14 minutes. [+3 STA]Fitness goal #2 Move more! Last time around I did great with my diet... but working out seriously fell off the table. I am setting myself the challenge of not letting more than 2 consecutive days go by without a workout. (Rugby practice, c25k, or body weight workouts all count, as long as I'm moving and gettin sweaty!) [+2 CON, +1 WIS +1 STA, +1 STR]Fitness goal #3 Break through the weight plateau! I know I shouldn't be concerned about the scale, but I just can't let it go. I have been stuck for a while at the same weight and it is driving me crazy! By the end of this challenge I want to be under 200 lbs. [+3 CHA]Life goal: Get a job! My AmeriCorps term is coming to an end (Mid-Aug.), which means I've got to figure out what the hell I'm doing next. I have been in the process of applying and applying and applying for positions... but nothing has worked out yet. I have had several interviews that have gone really well, but just as many " We really liked you BUT..." answers. I keep coming in 2nd place it seems. By July 30th, I want to know for sure what my next adventure will be. (Anyone out there in need of a good Environmental Educator...?) [+2 WIS, +2 CON] RedCedar uses the pronouns they/them/theirs. What pronouns do you prefer? Here is a fun game to help learn/practice pronouns that might be new to you: http://minus18.org.au/pronouns-app/ Last ChallengeFavorite Challenge I said to the sun, "tell me about the Big Bang".The sun said, "It hurts to become." ~A.G. Link to comment
Josh Cross Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Oh hell yeah, a Bell nerd *AND* an Americorps volunteer!Can't wait to watch you rock this. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] "Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential." ~ Winston Churchill ~ LEVEL 1 HUME ADVENTURER STR: 1 (+1) | DEX: 2 | STA: 1 | CON: 3 | WIS: 5 (+2) | CHA: 3 My Blog: All I Want For Christmas is Traps Challenge: Josh Versus The Baboon Belly Link to comment
zenmom Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Congrats on the chin ups! You have great goals, good luck on the challenge. Human Adventurer STR: 2 | DEX: 2 | STA: 3 | CON: 2| WIS: 4 | CHA: 2 I'd rather regret the things I have done than the things that I haven't. -Lucille Ball My Blogger / Twitter / DailyMile / MyFitnessPal / 2012 Goals Link to comment
tasty` Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Good luck on the transition from 15's to 7's. We started a club at my college and were doing 15's (good for me a prop), but we had to switch to 7's due to lack of people. It's a hell of a transition but it is a lot of fun [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Level 2 Human Adventurer My Bucket List/Epic Quest || Tasty's Reckoning: Becoming Bane | Str: 6 | Dex: 5.75 | Sta: 5 | Con: 5 | Wis: 10 | Cha: 7 | Link to comment
RedCedar Posted June 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2012 15's is definitely more my game, being a prop and all. Practice was a good time this evening, had a good turn out and got to do a little tackling The sprints and passing lines kill me, but it feels good when it's over, and I like working on two goals at once.No updates yet on the job prospects, but hopefully I hear something soon. Haven't decided on which path to take for this weeks mini challenge, I could use both DEX and WIS points. RedCedar uses the pronouns they/them/theirs. What pronouns do you prefer? Here is a fun game to help learn/practice pronouns that might be new to you: http://minus18.org.au/pronouns-app/ Last ChallengeFavorite Challenge I said to the sun, "tell me about the Big Bang".The sun said, "It hurts to become." ~A.G. Link to comment
zenmom Posted June 20, 2012 Report Share Posted June 20, 2012 Good start! Human Adventurer STR: 2 | DEX: 2 | STA: 3 | CON: 2| WIS: 4 | CHA: 2 I'd rather regret the things I have done than the things that I haven't. -Lucille Ball My Blogger / Twitter / DailyMile / MyFitnessPal / 2012 Goals Link to comment
elefevers Posted June 20, 2012 Report Share Posted June 20, 2012 Good to see some other former ruggers! I played weak side wing mostly, but I played second row one time when we were down men in the back... What a disaster haha. “Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal.†- E. Joseph Crossman lvl 1 Cylon Assassin STR 3 CON 2 STA 3 DEX 3 WIS 2 CHA 2~Adapt and Overcome~Challenge http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/22528-new-beginnings Log http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/22111-elefevers-log/ Link to comment
RedCedar Posted June 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 hahaha, always a good time when you throw unsuspecting backs into the scrum... On another note, I have finally heard back from an Outdoor Science School in California. This one is my dream job, and I thought a lofty goal still slightly out of reach. But a month ago I threw my hat into the ring anyway, just to see. My persistent emailing has paid off and today, I HAVE A JOB INTERVIEW!!! Everyone think good thoughts around 11:00 AM (PST) RedCedar uses the pronouns they/them/theirs. What pronouns do you prefer? Here is a fun game to help learn/practice pronouns that might be new to you: http://minus18.org.au/pronouns-app/ Last ChallengeFavorite Challenge I said to the sun, "tell me about the Big Bang".The sun said, "It hurts to become." ~A.G. Link to comment
Epsilonx2 Posted June 21, 2012 Report Share Posted June 21, 2012 Ah, good luck with your interview! That sounds absolutely amazing. Will definitely be sending the good vibes! Aisha Half-Giant Warrior, Level 5 STR: 7 || DEX: 6 || STA: 8 || CON: 7.5 || WIS: 12.5 || CHA: 5 Challenges: 5 4 3 2 1 If you have come here to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together. -Lilla Watson Link to comment
zenmom Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 How did your interview go? Still sending get that dream job vibes. Human Adventurer STR: 2 | DEX: 2 | STA: 3 | CON: 2| WIS: 4 | CHA: 2 I'd rather regret the things I have done than the things that I haven't. -Lucille Ball My Blogger / Twitter / DailyMile / MyFitnessPal / 2012 Goals Link to comment
Doodle Posted June 25, 2012 Report Share Posted June 25, 2012 *grips her seat and waits for the news all dramatic like* DoodleDwarven Adventurer Level 2= STR-3 | DEX-2 | STA-2 | CON-3 | WIS-2 (+1) | CHA-2 (+1)When Life pushes Me.. I Push Back HarderCurrent Challenge: Doodle's finds her spirit again. (Level 2) | First challenge: Level 1: finding the canvasLeader of The Mighty Adventuring CompanionsMyFitnessPal | fitocracy Link to comment
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