WEEK 7! Only a week and a half left!

Can you believe that it is already week 7? We've completed 6 weeks of the challenge and are almost to the end of this 8 week challenge!!! Make sure you are going to to http://www.womenshealth.gov/woman to log your weekly/daily steps or minutes.

I've found this challenge more difficult than the last year being I have been sick with a sinus infection for almost the whole challenge. I am finally feeling better and intend to turn up the heat for the rest of this challenge!!! If you are struggling... don't feel bad, so are the rest of us. It's not easy to live healthier. You just need to "do it". Sometimes things get in the way and you just need to do the best you can at that momment. Don't beat yourself up for not eating as well as you want to or hope to. Just make the best choices you can and then move around a little more. If you don't get a workout in today, well, just add a little more tomorrow. It all adds up to better health.

I am happy to share this information with you reguarding the future after the challenge is completed.


WOMAN Challenge TipDo you want to continue tracking your activities online after the WOMAN Challenge ends?
We've listened to your feedback, and this year we are proud to announce a brand new program to help you stay active all year long: The WOMAN Activity Tracker! The WOMAN Activity Tracker will begin on July 6, 2008 (the day after the WOMAN Challenge ends). The program encourages women and girls to walk 10,000 steps or get 30 minutes of moderate physical activity every day over a 44-week period. Using the WOMAN Activity Tracker web site, you can set personal goals and log your daily activity as you move along one of six virtual routes across the United States. You can take part in the program both as an individual and as part of a team.
And the best part? 2008 WOMAN Challenge participants do not need to re-register for the WOMAN Activity Tracker! You will be able to use your same log-in information for the new program.
Be on the lookout this week for an email announcing the launch of the web site for this great new program!



I am really looking forward to the rest of the challenge! Remember... every step counts so keep moving.

WEEK 6!

We are now starting week 6 of this 8 week challenge. I can't beleive how fast this challenge has gone by. Don't forget... all you need to do is go to http://www.womenshealth.gov/woman to log your weekly/daily steps or minutes.

I've found it hard to fit fitness in at times, especially with having a sinus infection. I am trying to do what I can when I can.... but mostly, it has not be "real" workouts. It's been more running around with my kids or going for walks or gardening. It still burns calories and it keeps me off the couch. I'm starting to feel better so I am hoping to get back to my regular workouts. I've set a goal for myself this week to fit in 3 "real" workouts.

I've found that setting goals helps me stay focused on what I'm trying to acheive. I "know" I want to lose weight and be healthy, but in the moment.... well, I don't always make wise choices. I'm finding that if I plan or set goals, I do much better. Give it a try. Does it help you? What works for you? Do you have other suggestions that might help someone who has lost motivation?

Only a few weeks left on this challenge. Let's see if we can step things up and really "bring it" for the end of this challenge!

Don't forget... this week has a bonus challenge. It's a fun family/friend challenge so be sure to check it out.

Have a wonderful week and I'll be checking in with you soon! Keep pushing play or get out there and walk.... every step counts. :)

Starting week 4 already!

Did you realize that we are starting week 4 already? How are you doing? Ae you finding this harder than you thought? Maybe you are expecting too much from yourself. We need to take care of ourselves, but we also need to realize when we are being unrealistic. I had set my goal lower the first 2 weeks and have raised it, but am struggling. I was very busy last month and am hoping that this month will be better.

This week there is an extra bonus challenge. If you want to give it a try or just check out what it is, go to http://www.womenshealth.gov/woman and check it out.

Did you realize that we only have 1 more month left, so let's make it the best that we can! If there is anything that I can do to help you, please let me know.

Have a great day and don't forget to move, move, move. :)