Hiroro Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 This Challenge: <32% Body Fat The Big Goal is to be under <25% body fat, and qualify as 'fitness' level. Short-term, under 30% by Christmas. I have some major motivators going on right now:Seeing family at holidays -- want to be as fit as everybody elsePost-Christmas vacation in Cancun! Annnnd bikini.Moving from California to Ohio early next year -- must make the most of good weather!Next year I'm doing a triathlon, and need to be able to keep up with my marathoner momAs additional motivation, I'm going to post progress pictures (eeeeeeeek) for the first time ever. Last challenge, I took it slow, trying to get the hang of my diet and then adding in some workouts again. This challenge I want to go all out, all six weeks. I've done well previous challenges for the first few weeks and then petered out. Inspired by the women of SHIELD. I'll admit I only watched the first season, but:Plus the actress voiced Mulan! Target #1: Destroy, then Rebuild -- Workout 5x/weekTime to get intense about workouts again. I took a handful of spin classes last challenge, and felt amazing after each one. I just bought a deal for 30-day membership at boot camp, so I'll be using that the first month. Obviously working to avoid injury as well as improve endurance and strength.What counts: boot camp, Crossfit, hike/bike 1hr+, yogaSTA-3, STR-2 Target #2: Take Down Opponents - Keep cravings in controlNow that I've dialed in my diet somewhat, I need to keep it on track to avoid getting sick. FODMAPS are still in question, so I'll be experimenting in that area. Mostly Paleo plus low-FODMAP plus low-fiber when my stomach is iffy. I can eat any food I want as long as it truly satisfies the craving. This seems difficult to measure, but I KNOW when I've gone overboard (four bowls of buttery popcorn instead of one).CON-4 Target #3: Hone the Skills - Strength GoalsDo a chinup Do a pullup Re-memorize my TKD formsSTR-2, DEX-1Bonus Target: OwnageComplete job application/interview process Make Christmas gifts for family/friends Eat everything in freezer, 30 pantry items Purge kitchen equipment Post to NF at least every other day (mine +others)WIS-2 I refuse to believe this is too much to accomplish. Especially considering how much time has been spent watching TV lately. Work is light now, so it's a good time to ATTACK! 4 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted October 28, 2015 Report Share Posted October 28, 2015 This looks like a great challenge, I'll be following along. Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
Stonie Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 "Eat everything in the freezer" not all at once right? xD Excellent goals! subbing Quote Stonie They/Them Currently reading: Good Omens by Terry Pratchet & Neil Gaiman Currently playing: Outer Worlds (Xbox) Current DnD character: A radio presenter who’s magical bardic weapon is a portable radio broadcaster’s kit Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 Thanks Tank. Lol eating everything in the freezer at once would be a different kind of challenge! My stomach capacity is not up to that. 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 Dining:Breakfast-Canadian bacon with a dollop of mayoSnack - bit of chocolate hazelnut butterLunch - beef stew with carrotsPre-WO - 2 slices ham with mayoDinner - scrambled eggs, 'cheesy' kale chips I have a surplus of mayo thanks to my 4 failed/broken attempts before I gave up on the magical immersion blender method and used a whisk. It may be an issue because it's easy for me to overeat fat. We shall see. Workout: Boot camp - first class! Tough but doable. Today was lower body day and afterwards my quads felt like jelly. 2 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Raxie Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 Nice challenge you've got here! Love your inspiration/theme of all the strong Marvel ladies Quote forty-seven: Raxie and the Joining of Unlike Things << previous challenges >> >> instagram || goodreads << Link to comment
Fonzico Posted October 29, 2015 Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 Whoohoo! Awesome challenge, let's do this! Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2015 A couple people have observed that I'm walking funny thanks to SORE legs. I waddle on proudly.Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 4 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Thursday:Was planning to go to boot camp, but gimpy status made that impractical...must...not...overdo. Also I figured the required jogging would send white-hot lances of pain through my legs. No workout. Hit 10k steps though.Morning-lemon waterMidmorning-tuna saladMidafternoon-canadian bacon with a bit if butterDinner-TJ's palak paneer with naanDessert-macaron, pom dark chocolateDinner wasn't paleo, but didn't bring on pain. I was actually pleased with myself because previously I've scarfed down twice the portion, so yay moderation.I'm trying something new with the morning lemon water, then later breakfast. I'm never hungry first thing, so maybe this is the solution. Overall I've been feeling fine, but my digestive...uh...output is not so great. Compared to the stabilized diet, I'm eating eggs and greens. Will not buy any more of those, so when I run out will focus on the starchier veggies again (carrots, green beans, sweet potatoes) *sigh*Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Stonie Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I waddle on proudly. must...not...overdo. This is so hard to tell myself. Patience is not a strong point of mine. Quote Stonie They/Them Currently reading: Good Omens by Terry Pratchet & Neil Gaiman Currently playing: Outer Worlds (Xbox) Current DnD character: A radio presenter who’s magical bardic weapon is a portable radio broadcaster’s kit Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Still hobbling. But at least my muscles feel marginally better than yesterday. Had been tentatively planning a major hike tomorrow...maybe move it to Sunday. Ate avocado for breakfast and my stomach is angry...no more avocado for me D: but as long as I can have my sweet potatoes with bacon fat it'll all be okay.Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Some great stuff here, even with the hobbling. Woo, Hiroro! Target #1: Destroy, then Rebuild -- Workout 5x/week My style is more like Destroy, then Destroy some more, but I respect what you're trying to do here. Quote [Level ??] Rurik, the Wayfinder Class: Gloomfall Gunslinger (Artificer/Gunslinger) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: The Alchemist greatcoat armor, Longshot adventuring rifle, Slicer & Dicer dual blades, with adventurer's pack containing an alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Raxie Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 Interested to see how the lemon water thing goes. I can't eat right away in the morning because it makes me nauseous if I don't wait a few hours but have been trying to find something to help kick start my day. 1 Quote forty-seven: Raxie and the Joining of Unlike Things << previous challenges >> >> instagram || goodreads << Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 @Rurik : thanks! I've definitely over-destroyed myself in the past...trying to find the right amount of self-destruction lol@Raxie: Before the lemon water I was drinking yerba mate, which is OK but not a huge fan of the taste. As a coffee lover I'm tempted to order a bag of bulletproof coffee to see if that sits any better, but doubt it. So far I like the lemon water but wouldn't say it gives me a 'boost'. Giving myself permission to wait a couple hours if I don't feel hungry makes sense intuitively thoughSent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted October 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Friday:Breakfast: avocado with lime and saltLunch: meaty pizzaDinner: white wine, tuna egg salad with GF crackersDon't understand why avocados make me full in sick but pizza merely makes me feel bloated. I know there can be a delayed reaction, but I think the avocado issue is real. Bah.Walked around enough to hit 10k steps yesterday. This morning my legs finally are starting to feel somewhat recovered, woohoo! It turns out I may have to travel next week for business, which derailed me last challenge. This trip should be shorter, and I'll have access to my house/kitchen in Cincinnati so that should help.Have a massive to do list to knock out this weekend...and then maybe I'll go to the beach Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 2 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Rurik Harrgath Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 @Rurik : thanks! I've definitely over-destroyed myself in the past...trying to find the right amount of self-destruction lol Aren't we all? Most days I think I dabble in over-self-destruction, haha. Have a massive to do list to knock out this weekend...and then maybe I'll go to the beach Productivity followed by beach reward. Textbook case of workload payoff! 2 Quote [Level ??] Rurik, the Wayfinder Class: Gloomfall Gunslinger (Artificer/Gunslinger) BRUTALITY 11 | FINESSE 10 | VIGOR 11 | INSIGHT 14 | WILL 13 Equipment: The Alchemist greatcoat armor, Longshot adventuring rifle, Slicer & Dicer dual blades, with adventurer's pack containing an alchemist's kit. "Rangers have to at least give up on pants. It's a special rule we enacted after Rurik became a Guild Leader.” – DarK_RaideR "Did I just get my ass kicked by a member of Metallica meets History Channel's Vikings?" - Wild Wolf "By the Well-Oiled-and-Meticulously-Groomed Beard of Rurik!" - Tanktimus the Encourager Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 This morning I bummed around reading and eating too many carbs, before kicking myself out the door to run errands. Was feeling very blah, but the Rucking PvP inspired me to load up my pack and head out the door. Intended to do mayyyybe 5 or possssibly 6 miles. Whoops. Walking/hiking toward the mountains guarantees good views, maybe I'll upload a couple pictures later. Ruck Stats: (First Attempt!)Pack weight: 4lb book, ~10-15lb total (had a lot of random stuff in my backpack)Distance: 7.9miTime: 2:31Elevation gain: 742ftDogs that barked at me: 6Dead ends: ~3Pictures taken: 11Piles of horse poo avoided: so many Also, the houses in that area were definitely crazy expensive. A nice neighborhood, but not many people out on the sidewalks/trails. I was slightly worried that they would think I was a vagrant and yell at me when I wandered down a few of the unmarked trails (they LOOKED like trails but I kept hitting dead ends so...*shrug*) Next time I want to do a long walk/ruck I'll probably head down to the Pacific Electric Trail instead, which extends all the way to Claremont. The sense of adventure was fun, but walking back on roads that did not always have trails/sidewalks (get it together iPhone maps app!) was less enjoyable. That blah feeling is completely gone, replaced by slightly aching feet and the desire to take a shower (I could feel the grit on my face after taking all of the dusty trails). Success! 4 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Lyniffer Posted November 1, 2015 Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 Totally adding you to follow because you're inspirations are truly badass and so are you.I'm curious how the boot camp goes, I'm debating doing a Cross Fit boot camp after this 6 week challenge as I get my behind back into gear. I'll be watching to see what you think of it all. Good luck with your challenge! Quote Level 2 Elf Ranger 6 Dex, 11 Con, 2 Wis, 2 Cha, 4 Str My Current Challenge Past Challenges: 1/2/3 My Battle Log Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 @Lynnifer: aw shucks! *trundles off to find your challenge*Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 SaturdayEating was pretty wonky, I'll just list it all:-tuna egg salad with GF crackers-some pom chocolates-2 bowls popcorn w/butter-several GF Brazilian cheese rolls-red Robin guac burger with lettuce bun-a few regular fries, a few sweet potato fries-margaritaWhoops, forgot the vegetables.Terrifyingly its not the worst eating days I've had. The chocolate is actually fine with me because even though I love chocolate, its hard for me to overeat-i get flavor fatigue. The popcorn is more dangerous...I've done 4+ bowls before and I know its not optimal for digestion. Went to red robin for my birthday burger (a few weeks late but just has to be the right month), ate at the bar. Ordered the margarita because I felt too awk just getting my free burger *sigh* took most of my fries home because I wasn't hungry enough to finish it all. Lesson: next year go with someone else. Though sitting at the bar by myself generally is a good exercise in talking to strangers.Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Fonzico Posted November 1, 2015 Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 I'm so glad there wasn't a "piles of horse poo stepped in" ticker for that hike!Sounds like it was great fun though, I'm glad it successfully banished your blahs!So did the guac on your burger not upset your system? 2 Quote Race: Wood Elf Level 20 Class: Ranger Strength: 45 | Dexterity: 15 | Stamina: 44 | Constitution: 29 | Wisdom: 35 | Charisma: 28 BATTLE LOG EPIC QUEST CHALLENGE Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Surprisingly the guac sat okay, but it was a pretty tiny amount.Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Sunday:Breakfast-tuna egg salad, GF crackers, cucumbersLunch-loco mocoDinner-theater popcornWent into LA to visit a relative, we ended up going to see Bridge of Spies which I enjoyed. Felt rather unwell after lunch, like I had a side stitch. Popcorn didn't exactly help. I hit my steps thanks to grocery store trip and walking around Santa Monica a bit. I also made up my own workout:'1000 punches'100 chest punches100 face punches100 uppercuts/hooks120 blocks80 palm strikesMy biceps and pecs are sore, so I guess it was good. Just enough to get me sweating.Ready to start the challenge!Pre-challenge stats:154.6lb35% BFSent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 2 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Hiroro Posted November 2, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Ugh only getting 6hrs of sleep gave me unshakeable brain fog. Turns out I'm unlikely to travel this week, so here's my workout 'plan'...Week 1 goals:10 miles rucked3 boot camp classesMeditation every dayEmail 2 managers about jobsBonus: Finish blanket for grandmotherCompletion reward: massageI'm slightly consumed with trying to finish the great book of Amber before its due on Thursday. Must work out before reading I get too sucked in to stop.Sent from my XT1031 using Tapatalk 1 Quote #1 #2 #3 #3.1 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12 #13 #13.5 #14 #15 #16 # 17 #18 #19 #20 #21 Current Challenge Battle Log Level 18 Pixie Ranger Link to comment
Tanktimus the Encourager Posted November 2, 2015 Report Share Posted November 2, 2015 Sounds like a good plan. Get more sleep. Quote Current Challenge "By the Most-Righteous-and-Blessed Beard of Sir Tanktimus the Encourager!" - Jarl Rurik Harrgath Link to comment
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