10% CHALLENGE - JULY

smartmuse2 · 07-02-2007, 01:16 AM

This thread is a meeting place for the 10% Challenge participants. We are a group of 4 teams (3 members each) who are working to learn about health while breaking our weight loss goals into smaller, more manageable steps.

To keep motivated, we have agreed to participate in a friendly competition between teams. We earn points based on the progress toward our weight loss goals. We can earn additional points by completing the mini-challenges that encourage healthy behaviors that support these goals. We provide positive support for our members and recognition of the small achievements that tend to get overlooked.

Although we are no longer seeking additional membership to this challenge, please feel free to read the information we post as well as follow our progress!

smartmuse2 · 07-02-2007, 01:49 AM

Hello Teams!

Welcome to the first month of the 10% Challenge. Here are the participants:

Cruisin' Cuties
Joyful48 (team leader)
NeveraGain
Smartmuse2 (also the Accountant)

Cosmic Treadmill
Jennifer (team leader)
lowcarbcowgirl
ermeraldskye

Shape Shifters
SJN02 (team leader)
rchelle
dvanbeus

Beach Bound Babes
Bama4Life (team leader)
1Life2Live
luvslipstick

Every single team checked in on time - what a great start! Team leaders have been provided with the "official" first 10% goal amount. If you're not sure about your goal, check with your team leader.

To figure out how many points you earn for weight loss, I will simply divide the pounds lost by the number of pounds calculated for the first 10% goal. Your team will earn 1 point for each 10% lost. For example, if your goal is 10 lbs and you lose 5 of them, then 5/10 = .50 or 50% of your goal. You would earn 5 points for your team. Weight loss points will only be calculated on the 1st of each month.

The next required check-in will be July 15th by midnite. Each team leader should submit the current weight for each team member by PMing it directly to me. This is for the sake of accountability. Your team will also earn points by submitting the information on time. I will send team leaders a pm with the format to use when we get closer to the 15th.

Two mini-challenges are planned for each month. Participation is optional, but completing the task can help earn points for your team. Team leaders, this is something you can use as a starting point for building team spirit and cohesion!

*******************

Mini-Challenge for July 2-15: Find up to 3 brief inspirational quotes from any of the following 3 areas: weight loss, setting/achieving goals, or good nutrition. You earn 1 team point for each quote (maximum of 3 total points for each person). If you know who said it, be sure you give them credit. Humor is appreciated!

(Since spirituality is a personal matter - nothing of a religious nature, please.)

Participants - please PM quotes directly to me. I'll use them as we go along.

luvslipstick · 07-02-2007, 07:14 AM

Good morning to all,all be out of town for few days and of course on plan and doing my thing,hope everyone has a great 4th,good luck to all

Jennifer · 07-02-2007, 08:01 AM

Hope you have a safe, fun trip Roo!

rchelle · 07-02-2007, 09:05 AM

Just wanted to drop in and say hello to everyone. I am a member of Team Shape Shifters. Good luck!!!

joyful48 · 07-02-2007, 05:42 PM

This is going to be so helpful to me and I am sure to all of us. I am sure we will come up with some helpful tips recipe's etc. along the way as well.

smartmuse2 · 07-05-2007, 11:53 AM

Hello everyone!

I hope each of you found a healthy way to celebrate the holiday! Here's hoping that participation in this challenge helped you to make better choices. Please take the time to check on your team members. If anyone got side-tracked, help them get back on the wagon. A slip up is not a reason to throw in the towel.

Cosmic Treadmill is the only team so far to have every single team member participate in the mini-challenge. Way to go! There is still time to earn those points for your team by getting it done, so find the words that help you and send them in to me!

Muse

smartmuse2 · 07-10-2007, 08:27 PM

Hello all!

Just a reminder ... team leaders have been asked to submit weigh-in information by July 15th at midnight. This is also the last day you will be able to submit quotes for the first mini-challenge.

Team leaders have also been asked to collect information about the plan you're using so I can post it here in the main thread. It makes sharing info and asking questions a whole lot easier.

Your post on the 15th is for accountability. You will not earn weight loss points until the 1st, but each person earns 2 points for their team if leaders submit weight information on time. If you know you will be away from your computer this weekend, it is okay to send your information to your team leader early.

Is anyone interested in knowing how many points each team has earned for the mini challenge?

How are teams coming along so far? Is there something I can do to provide assistance? Remember, we are all in this to lose weight together!

Muse

Pennel · 07-12-2007, 04:56 PM

Now here are some names from the past!
Mostly the 2005 Biggest Losers!

Best of luck to all of you in your challenge!

Great Ideas Muse... I like the 10% rule makes it so much fairer for all.

Pennel

emeraldskye · 07-14-2007, 10:57 AM

I just want to wish everyone from all the teams good luck!!! I will admit, I do peek in on the other teams.

I hope that is okay? I'm just glad that everyone is sticking to it. It's funny when I peek in the other teams I just want to cheer them on. I want EVERYONE to succeed. Yay us!!

Take care, and again good luck!

smartmuse2 · 07-15-2007, 12:08 PM

MINI CHALLENGE FOR July 16-30

Drink a minimum of 64 oz of water ... this is the minimum eight (8) ounce glasses. You will earn 1 point for each day you meet the challenge.

To make this task easier to complete, herbal tea, decaf coffee, and sugar free flavored water WILL COUNT toward water totals. You are also allowed to use the little pouches of flavorings if they are sugar free. Adding a squeeze of lemon or lime is also acceptable.

Nothing with caffeine or carbonation will count toward water totals.

To get your points for this task, tell your team leader how many days you drank 64 oz of water when you turn in your results for the next weigh-in.

(dvanbeus - you will earn your extra 2 points by completing this task for a minimum of 10 days).

GOOD LUCK!

smartmuse2 · 07-15-2007, 12:51 PM

Emeraldskye,

I don't see your curiosity as a problem at all! I think it's simply easier for teams to have their own threads so they don't have to dig to keep track of their members. Maybe you will learn something by seeing what others are doing that will help your own weight loss journey.

I'm happy to see notes left here in the main thread too! It would be nice to see teams communicating with each other a little more. Although there are separate team threads, you can always post here - especially if there is something you want everyone in the challenge to know.

As soon as I get the results from one last team, I will post the results. Are you curious to see how everyone is doing? I hope so!

joyful48 · 07-15-2007, 06:01 PM

Yes I agree I would like to see some interaction between teams , Chiding and friendly banter welcomed too.

I am very interested to see how we stack up against the other teams this month.

Hmm.... water consumption now that will be a real challenge.

smartmuse2 · 07-15-2007, 11:33 PM

Hello All!

We have a small issue. One of the teams has not heard from a member, and she did not check in for the 15th. This challenge was kept small for a reason - so we can look out for each other. I can only assume that she needs help. SHE'S ONE OF OURS AND WE NEED TO GO GET HER!

Each of you ... please send an email to 1Life2Live so she knows that we have noticed her absence and we want her back! Thank you!

***********************

Here are the results for the first check-in as well as the team standings. I've included information on the plans each person is following so if you have questions, comments, or info to share you can post it in the main thread.

The points members earned so far are from:

a) turning in team results on time for the 15th (2 points each person)
b) the mini challenge (1 point per quote, 3 points per person max)
c) dvanbeus (earns 2 alternate points per mini-challenge since she isn't losing weight)

Remember - weight loss points will be calculated on the 1st!

Be sure to celebrate the losses and provide some extra support for anyone who is struggling to stay on plan. If you need help, be sure you ask for it! That's why we're doing this challenge!

COSMIC TREADMILL - 15 points
Jennifer: -4.5 lbs Atkins
lowcarbcowgirl -12 lbs Atkins
emeraldskye -4.4 lbs Atkins

SHAPE SHIFTERS = 17 points
(includes the alternate points earned by dvanbeus)
SJN02 -0lbs Counting Carbs
rchelle -2lbs Atkins
dvanbeus pregnant Atkins-maintenance

Cruisin' Cuties = 12 points
Joyful 48 -5lbs South Beach
NeveraGain -8lbs Atkins
Smartmuse2 -5lbs South Beach

Beach Bound Babes = 13 points
Bama4Life -2lbs Atkins '72 (and Kimkins)
luvslipstick -6lbs Atkins (and counting carbs)
1Life2Live ?? ??

smartmuse2 · 07-16-2007, 07:32 AM

Hello All!

I found this article and thought I would share it. It seems to be pretty timely, considering the latest mini-challenge.

Muse

*********

Can other drinks such as diet sodas and herbal tea count towards my 8 glasses of water for the day?

The latest recommendations from the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, Dietary Reference Intake for Electrolytes and Water say:

"The fluids consumed do not have to be only water. Individuals can obtain their fluids from a variety of beverages and foods. Contrary to popular opinion, consumers do not need to consume 'eight glasses of water a day' to meet their fluid needs."

However my own personal opinion, particularly for people trying to lose weight, is to encourage additional water intake whenever possible. I feel it helps to cleanse the body when weight loss and fat breakdown is occurring. I also know that it helps to keep the hands and mouth busy, so snacking is less. This is a form of behavior modification. I personally know that many people feel better when at least 4-6 glasses of plain old H2O is consumed to help meet total fluid needs.

Written by Becky Hand, Licensed & Registered Dietitian

1Life2Live · 07-16-2007, 09:48 AM

Here I am

Sorry everyone that I have been away. Very sorry to my team for letting them down!!!!!

Sorry guys!! But I am back and ready to go!!!!!

Thanks for worrying about me!

smartmuse2 · 07-16-2007, 11:46 AM

Hello All!

Our missing lamb has returned to the fold ... aaaah! No more worry! Let me update the team information.

Beach Bound Babes = 13 points
Bama4Life -2lbs Atkins '72 (and Kimkins)
luvslipstick -6lbs Atkins (and counting carbs)
1Life2Live +1 (counting carbs but may change)

luvslipstick · 07-17-2007, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smartmuse2

Hello All!

Our missing lamb has returned to the fold ... aaaah! No more worry! Let me update the team information.

Beach Bound Babes = 13 points
Bama4Life -2lbs Atkins '72 (and Kimkins)
luvslipstick -6lbs Atkins (and counting carbs)
1Life2Live +1 (counting carbs but may change)

that would be counting calories

smartmuse2 · 08-01-2007, 06:21 AM

Here is the link to the main thread for August.

Please post any new comments on the new post. Thanks!

10% Challenge ~ August

07-02-2007, 01:16 AM	#1
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	10% CHALLENGE - JULY This thread is a meeting place for the 10% Challenge participants. We are a group of 4 teams (3 members each) who are working to learn about health while breaking our weight loss goals into smaller, more manageable steps. To keep motivated, we have agreed to participate in a friendly competition between teams. We earn points based on the progress toward our weight loss goals. We can earn additional points by completing the mini-challenges that encourage healthy behaviors that support these goals. We provide positive support for our members and recognition of the small achievements that tend to get overlooked. Although we are no longer seeking additional membership to this challenge, please feel free to read the information we post as well as follow our progress!

07-02-2007, 01:49 AM	#2
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello Teams! Welcome to the first month of the 10% Challenge. Here are the participants: Cruisin' Cuties Joyful48 (team leader) NeveraGain Smartmuse2 (also the Accountant) Cosmic Treadmill Jennifer (team leader) lowcarbcowgirl ermeraldskye Shape Shifters SJN02 (team leader) rchelle dvanbeus Beach Bound Babes Bama4Life (team leader) 1Life2Live luvslipstick Every single team checked in on time - what a great start! Team leaders have been provided with the "official" first 10% goal amount. If you're not sure about your goal, check with your team leader. To figure out how many points you earn for weight loss, I will simply divide the pounds lost by the number of pounds calculated for the first 10% goal. Your team will earn 1 point for each 10% lost. For example, if your goal is 10 lbs and you lose 5 of them, then 5/10 = .50 or 50% of your goal. You would earn 5 points for your team. Weight loss points will only be calculated on the 1st of each month. The next required check-in will be July 15th by midnite. Each team leader should submit the current weight for each team member by PMing it directly to me. This is for the sake of accountability. Your team will also earn points by submitting the information on time. I will send team leaders a pm with the format to use when we get closer to the 15th. Two mini-challenges are planned for each month. Participation is optional, but completing the task can help earn points for your team. Team leaders, this is something you can use as a starting point for building team spirit and cohesion! ***************** Mini-Challenge for July 2-15: Find up to 3 brief inspirational quotes from any of the following 3 areas: weight loss, setting/achieving goals, or good nutrition. You earn 1 team point for each quote (maximum of 3 total points for each person). If you know who said it, be sure you give them credit. Humor is appreciated! (Since spirituality is a personal matter - nothing of a religious nature, please.) Participants - please PM quotes directly to me. I'll use them as we go along.** Last edited by smartmuse2 : 07-02-2007 at 01:55 AM.

07-15-2007, 12:08 PM	#11
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	MINI CHALLENGE FOR July 16-30 Drink a minimum of 64 oz of water ... this is the minimum eight (8) ounce glasses. You will earn 1 point for each day you meet the challenge. To make this task easier to complete, herbal tea, decaf coffee, and sugar free flavored water WILL COUNT toward water totals. You are also allowed to use the little pouches of flavorings if they are sugar free. Adding a squeeze of lemon or lime is also acceptable. Nothing with caffeine or carbonation will count toward water totals. To get your points for this task, tell your team leader how many days you drank 64 oz of water when you turn in your results for the next weigh-in. (dvanbeus - you will earn your extra 2 points by completing this task for a minimum of 10 days). GOOD LUCK! Last edited by smartmuse2 : 07-15-2007 at 12:38 PM.

07-15-2007, 11:33 PM	#14
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello All! We have a small issue. One of the teams has not heard from a member, and she did not check in for the 15th. This challenge was kept small for a reason - so we can look out for each other. I can only assume that she needs help. SHE'S ONE OF OURS AND WE NEED TO GO GET HER! Each of you ... please send an email to 1Life2Live so she knows that we have noticed her absence and we want her back! Thank you! ********************* Here are the results for the first check-in as well as the team standings. I've included information on the plans each person is following so if you have questions, comments, or info to share you can post it in the main thread. The points members earned so far are from: a) turning in team results on time for the 15th (2 points each person) b) the mini challenge (1 point per quote, 3 points per person max) c) dvanbeus (earns 2 alternate points per mini-challenge since she isn't losing weight) Remember - weight loss points will be calculated on the 1st! Be sure to celebrate the losses and provide some extra support for anyone who is struggling to stay on plan. If you need help, be sure you ask for it! That's why we're doing this challenge! COSMIC TREADMILL - 15 points Jennifer: -4.5 lbs Atkins lowcarbcowgirl -12 lbs Atkins emeraldskye -4.4 lbs Atkins SHAPE SHIFTERS = 17 points (includes the alternate points earned by dvanbeus) SJN02 -0lbs Counting Carbs rchelle -2lbs Atkins dvanbeus pregnant Atkins-maintenance Cruisin' Cuties = 12 points Joyful 48 -5lbs South Beach NeveraGain -8lbs Atkins Smartmuse2 -5lbs South Beach Beach Bound Babes = 13 points** Bama4Life -2lbs Atkins '72 (and Kimkins) luvslipstick -6lbs Atkins (and counting carbs) 1Life2Live ?? ?? Last edited by smartmuse2 : 07-15-2007 at 11:42 PM.

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07-02-2007, 07:14 AM	#3
luvslipstick Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: rain country Posts: 6,042 Gallery: luvslipstick WOE: something	Good morning to all,all be out of town for few days and of course on plan and doing my thing,hope everyone has a great 4th,good luck to all

07-02-2007, 08:01 AM	#4
Jennifer Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Planet Jen Posts: 9,099 Gallery: Jennifer WOE: Atkins Start Date: 01/30/07	Hope you have a safe, fun trip Roo!

07-02-2007, 09:05 AM	#5
rchelle Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: The South Posts: 396 Gallery: rchelle Stats: heavy weight/ middle weight/ welter weight WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 2007 (10% Challenge)	Just wanted to drop in and say hello to everyone. I am a member of Team Shape Shifters. Good luck!!!

07-02-2007, 05:42 PM	#6
joyful48 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: some beach ,some where Posts: 1,051 Gallery: joyful48 WOE: South Beach	This is going to be so helpful to me and I am sure to all of us. I am sure we will come up with some helpful tips recipe's etc. along the way as well.

07-05-2007, 11:53 AM	#7
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello everyone! I hope each of you found a healthy way to celebrate the holiday! Here's hoping that participation in this challenge helped you to make better choices. Please take the time to check on your team members. If anyone got side-tracked, help them get back on the wagon. A slip up is not a reason to throw in the towel. Cosmic Treadmill is the only team so far to have every single team member participate in the mini-challenge. Way to go! There is still time to earn those points for your team by getting it done, so find the words that help you and send them in to me! Muse

07-10-2007, 08:27 PM	#8
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello all! Just a reminder ... team leaders have been asked to submit weigh-in information by July 15th at midnight. This is also the last day you will be able to submit quotes for the first mini-challenge. Team leaders have also been asked to collect information about the plan you're using so I can post it here in the main thread. It makes sharing info and asking questions a whole lot easier. Your post on the 15th is for accountability. You will not earn weight loss points until the 1st, but each person earns 2 points for their team if leaders submit weight information on time. If you know you will be away from your computer this weekend, it is okay to send your information to your team leader early. Is anyone interested in knowing how many points each team has earned for the mini challenge? How are teams coming along so far? Is there something I can do to provide assistance? Remember, we are all in this to lose weight together! Muse

07-12-2007, 04:56 PM	#9
Pennel Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Australia Posts: 565 Gallery: Pennel Stats: 315/219/180 WOE: BFFM Start Date: 19th April 2004	Now here are some names from the past! Mostly the 2005 Biggest Losers! Best of luck to all of you in your challenge! Great Ideas Muse... I like the 10% rule makes it so much fairer for all. Pennel

07-14-2007, 10:57 AM	#10
emeraldskye MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 2,588 Gallery: emeraldskye	I just want to wish everyone from all the teams good luck!!! I will admit, I do peek in on the other teams. I hope that is okay? I'm just glad that everyone is sticking to it. It's funny when I peek in the other teams I just want to cheer them on. I want EVERYONE to succeed. Yay us!! Take care, and again good luck!

07-15-2007, 12:51 PM	#12
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Emeraldskye, I don't see your curiosity as a problem at all! I think it's simply easier for teams to have their own threads so they don't have to dig to keep track of their members. Maybe you will learn something by seeing what others are doing that will help your own weight loss journey. I'm happy to see notes left here in the main thread too! It would be nice to see teams communicating with each other a little more. Although there are separate team threads, you can always post here - especially if there is something you want everyone in the challenge to know. As soon as I get the results from one last team, I will post the results. Are you curious to see how everyone is doing? I hope so!

07-15-2007, 06:01 PM	#13
joyful48 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: some beach ,some where Posts: 1,051 Gallery: joyful48 WOE: South Beach	Yes I agree I would like to see some interaction between teams , Chiding and friendly banter welcomed too. I am very interested to see how we stack up against the other teams this month. Hmm.... water consumption now that will be a real challenge.

07-16-2007, 07:32 AM	#15
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello All! I found this article and thought I would share it. It seems to be pretty timely, considering the latest mini-challenge. Muse ********* Can other drinks such as diet sodas and herbal tea count towards my 8 glasses of water for the day? The latest recommendations from the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, Dietary Reference Intake for Electrolytes and Water say: "The fluids consumed do not have to be only water. Individuals can obtain their fluids from a variety of beverages and foods. Contrary to popular opinion, consumers do not need to consume 'eight glasses of water a day' to meet their fluid needs." However my own personal opinion, particularly for people trying to lose weight, is to encourage additional water intake whenever possible. I feel it helps to cleanse the body when weight loss and fat breakdown is occurring. I also know that it helps to keep the hands and mouth busy, so snacking is less. This is a form of behavior modification. I personally know that many people feel better when at least 4-6 glasses of plain old H2O is consumed to help meet total fluid needs. Written by Becky Hand, Licensed & Registered Dietitian

07-16-2007, 09:48 AM	#16
1Life2Live Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Puyallup, Washington Posts: 3,954 Gallery: 1Life2Live Stats: :( 306~275.8~200 WOE: WW ~ Flex ~ 35Pts Start Date: February 21, 2008	Here I am Sorry everyone that I have been away. Very sorry to my team for letting them down!!!!! Sorry guys!! But I am back and ready to go!!!!! Thanks for worrying about me!

07-16-2007, 11:46 AM	#17
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Hello All! Our missing lamb has returned to the fold ... aaaah! No more worry! Let me update the team information. Beach Bound Babes = 13 points Bama4Life -2lbs Atkins '72 (and Kimkins) luvslipstick -6lbs Atkins (and counting carbs) 1Life2Live +1 (counting carbs but may change)

08-01-2007, 06:21 AM	#19
smartmuse2 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,435 Gallery: smartmuse2 Stats: way too much / little too much / just right WOE: South Beach Start Date: July 2007	Here is the link to the main thread for August. Please post any new comments on the new post. Thanks! 10% Challenge ~ August