IronDad50 Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 An introduction is in order. Contrary to my name - I am not quite 50 yet! But I am closing in on that number. Over the last few years, the weight has added up (409 lbs) and I am looking at shedding 150+ pounds from my frame. I heard about this web site and it made sense to me as I work in I.T. and have been gaming since starting to play D&D back in the late '70's. I am starting to see the physical effects of carrying around this extra baggage and want to slow that process. MAIN QUEST: To get my weight down to 320 Quest 1 - Bring my lunch from home rather than eating out at least 3x per week A- 20 lunches B- 18 lunches C- 14 lunches D- 10 lunches F- 6 or fewer lunches Quest 2 - Do Bodyweight workout 3x per week A- 18 workouts B- 15 workouts C- 12 workouts D- 9 workouts F- 6 or fewer workouts Quest 3 - Walk at lunch for 30 minutes 2 x per week A- 12 days B- 10 days C- 8 days D- 6 days F- 5 or fewer days Life Quest - Read a book 15 minutes a day A- 40 days B- 35 days C- 30 days D- 25 days F- 20 or fewer days Motivation - I want to begin to get back in shape to walk either the Columbus half or full Marathon when I am 50 years old (completed the half marathon twice). I also want to be able to buy clothes in regular stores and not from the Big & Tall sections. 3 Quote Link to comment
Blaidd Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Welcome to NF! You're going to love it here and I have no doubt that you'll get to do that half marathon You might notice that someone has added a tag to your post. This is not to box you into a corner but rather because your goals or lifestyle have links to the guild you've been tagged and we'd like to bring you to the attention of one of their guild ambassadors. These ambassadors will be able to offer you advice, encouragement and support on your goals. You don't even have to wait around for them to come introduce themselves to you, you are more than welcome to pop into the Adventurers' board and introduce yourself to the guildies there. I am also around to answer any questions that you might have so do not hesitate to PM me. Good Luck with your challengeAB xx 1 Quote Half Faerie (Sidhe) Scout | Black Belt Kitchen Ninja "A positive attitude will not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort" - Herm Albright You're welcome to skype me (audriwolf) too but let me know who you are My challenge Link to comment
T2sarahconnor Posted October 31, 2015 Report Share Posted October 31, 2015 Welcome to the Rebelion! Very well thought out challenge. Taking your lunch is a great step. Doing the BBWW will be great. That is where I started. I liked it because it doesn't take long, you can do it anywhere, and you will see your improvement quickly if you stick with it! Good luck and keep us updated. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask! Quote Level 36 Ranger Sorcerer Current challenge Link to comment
jrosto Posted November 1, 2015 Report Share Posted November 1, 2015 Hi IronDad50, I'd like to add my 'Welcome to the Rebellion' to T2sarahconnor's. I'm glad you found your way here. Your goals and motivation are pretty awesome, and very doable. I'll be 54 here in a week or so, and am getting into the best shape in my post military life. At my heaviest I weighed 289 lbs, today I weight 157. You can do this. Is there a particular body weight workout that you will be following? Log your exercises. If there comes a time when you are at a low motivation level, looking back over your logs and seeing just how far you have progressed could help keep you on track. I'm really looking forward to following your successes. And just in case you have an interest in the Assassins, Here is our recruit thread for Future Assassins, and this is where we keep all the important guild info. Quote Barbarian Assassin / Level 5 STR: 16.5 | DEX: 4.8 | STA: 8.9 | CON: 8.7 | WIS: 6.6 | CHA: 6.8 My Current Six Week Challenge - Jrosto - A Barbarian Cleans Up His Act Previous Challenges - #1, #2, #3, #4 My NF Introduction Post : My MDA Journal : My MDA Phase 1 Success Story Simple & Sinister Workout Log Keep Calm and Send in the Penguins! Link to comment
Meushell Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 Very nice goals. How has it been working out for you? Quote Orc ~ Level 4 ~ Michaela's Profile 1 • 2 • 3 • 4 • 5 • 6 • 7 Strength 8 • Dexterity 3 • Stamina 4 • Constitution 7 • Wisdom 3 • Charisma 3 Link to comment
jrosto Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 Just checking in to see how you are doing with Week 1. Hope all is well. 1 Quote Barbarian Assassin / Level 5 STR: 16.5 | DEX: 4.8 | STA: 8.9 | CON: 8.7 | WIS: 6.6 | CHA: 6.8 My Current Six Week Challenge - Jrosto - A Barbarian Cleans Up His Act Previous Challenges - #1, #2, #3, #4 My NF Introduction Post : My MDA Journal : My MDA Phase 1 Success Story Simple & Sinister Workout Log Keep Calm and Send in the Penguins! Link to comment
jrosto Posted November 12, 2015 Report Share Posted November 12, 2015 Hi again. How is Week 2 going so far? Your main quest to get down to 320 lbs is pretty Epic, and well worth the effort. I hope you are doing well and working on your challenges. You are worth it. Quote Barbarian Assassin / Level 5 STR: 16.5 | DEX: 4.8 | STA: 8.9 | CON: 8.7 | WIS: 6.6 | CHA: 6.8 My Current Six Week Challenge - Jrosto - A Barbarian Cleans Up His Act Previous Challenges - #1, #2, #3, #4 My NF Introduction Post : My MDA Journal : My MDA Phase 1 Success Story Simple & Sinister Workout Log Keep Calm and Send in the Penguins! Link to comment
jrosto Posted November 28, 2015 Report Share Posted November 28, 2015 Hey Irondad, I hope you are having a wonderful Thanksgiving week with family and friends. Quote Barbarian Assassin / Level 5 STR: 16.5 | DEX: 4.8 | STA: 8.9 | CON: 8.7 | WIS: 6.6 | CHA: 6.8 My Current Six Week Challenge - Jrosto - A Barbarian Cleans Up His Act Previous Challenges - #1, #2, #3, #4 My NF Introduction Post : My MDA Journal : My MDA Phase 1 Success Story Simple & Sinister Workout Log Keep Calm and Send in the Penguins! Link to comment
Mr_Willes Posted December 7, 2015 Report Share Posted December 7, 2015 Hey hoping you will check in let us know what is going on, even if it is near the end of the challenge, you're worth it! Quote ... a little odd in the head ... Link to comment
jrosto Posted December 13, 2015 Report Share Posted December 13, 2015 Hi Irondad50, I hope all is well with you and that you are having a wonderful holiday season. The next Six Week Challenge will be starting in a couple/few weeks and you are more than welcome to come and give it another shot. You had some pretty awesome ideas and goals when you first posted six weeks ago, they will still be awesome when you are ready to pursue them. I really hope you do decide to come back and challenge yourself. As has been said before, you really are worth it. Quote Barbarian Assassin / Level 5 STR: 16.5 | DEX: 4.8 | STA: 8.9 | CON: 8.7 | WIS: 6.6 | CHA: 6.8 My Current Six Week Challenge - Jrosto - A Barbarian Cleans Up His Act Previous Challenges - #1, #2, #3, #4 My NF Introduction Post : My MDA Journal : My MDA Phase 1 Success Story Simple & Sinister Workout Log Keep Calm and Send in the Penguins! Link to comment
IronDad50 Posted December 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2015 I wanted to thank everyone for the encouraging posts! Didn't mean to go AWOL on this challenge but what is done is done. I am looking forward to the next challenge and can't wait for the start. I hope everyone has a great Holiday season! Quote Link to comment
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