http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.html traineo forum thread - Time to think about 2008 Goal Setting Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:39:48 +0000 http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_3.htmlThe title of this thread makes me chuckle every time it gets bumped, even though I know WHY it's getting bumped... If I were New Years Resolution kind of guy, I'd say it was damned near time to start thinking about 2009 goals! Quoting: malibublueHope I can reach most of my goals for 2008 by Dec. Don't hope, KNOW! I have 100% faith that you can do it!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_3.htmlWed, 20 Aug 2008 00:39:48 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_3.htmlThanks, all my dear friends. Hope I can reach most of my goals for 2008 by Dec.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_3.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 23:29:25 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: wayofthewarriorWheat and dairy are famous for causing allergies, and often the symptoms are masked. is this why i always feel sick to my stomach after eating something 100% whole wheat? i can deal with the 60% ok but the other one makes me feel awful everytime i eat it. goals for the 6-8 months my goals are: 1)more portion and calorie control(working on it, working on it) 2) tone up more 3)up workouts to six times a week ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 17:30:12 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlHmm I guess I'll set my goals 200lb with 10% BF by end of year (so 180lbs lean muscle 20lbs fat) Consistent 300+ Bench (only hit 305 once) Consistent 450+ Squat Consistent 350+ Deadlift Got about 4 months to do it all but we'll see how it gets done http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 16:38:00 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWow, Glovia, you are rocking!! http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 14:45:56 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: malibubluein terms of consistency, the US team won. Nobody has dropped out from the race and most of us were motivated You guys definitely won that one!! Great update!! Glovia, you are awesome!!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 11:25:41 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlProgress as of August 18, 2008: 1. Beat my own record in a marathon in Jan â€" Finished the Carlsbad Marathon on Jan 20 with 35:50 improvement from last marathon - goal met 2. Yoga once a week - still practicing yoga class once a week since March. It does help my muscle stretching. I will declare goal met if I am still continuing in Dec. - Goal 75% met 3. Start weight training regularly - Still boot camp 2xWk since March. By Dec, if I am still boot camping or going to the gym 3...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 19 Aug 2008 00:52:57 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: malibublueAre you still in the C25K program? I've restarted it again, and felt great last week but was completely knackered yesterday! Not sure why I'm struggling through, but am going to take tonight off and come back stronger and faster tomorrow I want to run a couple 5K's this year, and maybe a 10k this fall or in the spring.. Not sure if I'd really be into the long distance running that you enjoy, but I can only imagine what an accomplishment it would be...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 04 Jun 2008 14:35:16 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlI am glad that many have not forgotten about this thread. Dean has been encouraging us to hold accountabilty to ourselves. If you set your goals here, report the progress. That will help. Quoting: nicholmanrunning over 5k at one time Dave, I am glad that you want to do a 5K this year. Are you still in the C25K program? I have never do 5K before. It is a different technique and training. I am very slow in short distance and do not have the "explosive" to stride....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 04 Jun 2008 01:46:13 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: tdrinkardis it too late for 2008 goal setting? It's never too late to set goalshttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 16:39:00 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: tdrinkard2005 pants size 38/40x32. 2008 pants size 29/30x32. Wow, awesome. I'm down from around a 50 to around a 40 right now, looking forward to sub-36 eventually Goals for 2008 - under 220 lbs lift - over 200 BP, over 300 squat, 135 press, over 300 DL, be able to do pull-ups (plural). running over 5k at one time...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 15:38:51 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlis it too late for 2008 goal setting? i put on some pounds with my training, around six of them, but my bf% dropped, and so did my inches. 2005 pants size 38/40x32. 2008 pants size 29/30x32. still. i want to really tear up that fat, make it easier on my joints for running. so i'm not going to take advantage of the fact that i can eat WHATEVER for the month of june. try to lose four pounds, then two more in july before the triathlon july 19, while continuing to do cardio and 2 days of ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 14:47:26 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: pboyle00I'd say my goals are to: 1) Wrestle and pin a Male Silver back Gorilla 2) Break the sound barrier on foot 3) And become the Met-Rx strongest man. I like these goals!! I'm gonna have to write them down. Quoting: malibubluethe US team has lost based on the rule of weekly average mileage. I think it is fair for the UK to concede this challenge. We were 100% beat by the commitment and deication of you yanks. I'm gutted but there will be other competi...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 09:30:52 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlOh, and start rock climbing on a regular basishttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 05:38:43 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlI'd say my goals are to: 1) Wrestle and pin a Male Silver back Gorilla 2) Break the sound barrier on foot 3) And become the Met-Rx strongest man. But that is by September... Kidding. 1) Lose... 25-ish pounds. 2) Improve my vegetarian diet 3) Gain more muscle 4) Maintain these goals throughout the next two semesters at school....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 05:38:13 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlProgress as of Jun 2, 2008: 1. Beat my own record in a marathon in Jan - Met on Jan 20, 2008 on Carlsbad Marathon on Jan 20, 2008. I beat my last record with 35:50. - goal met. 2. Yoga once a week - I have been attending a yoga class since March. So far so good. The yoga practice does help my muscle stretching. It will help my running. I believe I will continue yoga. If I am still attending the yoga class in Dec, I can declare goal met. -" Goal 50% met 3. Start weight traini...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 03 Jun 2008 05:22:38 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWow Glovia, it has been only 4 months of 2008 and you have already accomplished a lot! Way to go!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSun, 27 Apr 2008 23:52:21 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlProgress as of April 27, 2008: 1. Beat my own record in a marathon in Jan - I ran the Carlsbad Marathon on Jan 20, 2008 and beat my last marathon record with 35:50. -" Met on Jan 20, 2008. 2. Yoga once a week - I have been attending a yoga class for a month already. I start seeing the benefits to my muscle stretching that I have been lacking/not-paying attention to. I believe I will continue yoga. If I am still attending the yoga class in Dec, I can declare goal met. -" Goal 5...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSun, 27 Apr 2008 22:34:37 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlPosted the challenge to Dean in the thread of http://www.traineo.com/1376_5388_0.html (US vs UK beginner running race (Dean vs Glovia) ). US pals, let’s smoke them! http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSat, 15 Mar 2008 03:42:02 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlJust want to update everybody on one of my 2008 goals. That is to form a US beginner runner team to race against Dean's UK team. Both Dean and I are ready. We plan to start the race on March 17. We are in the process of finalizing the rules/requirements now. As soon as Dean feedback to my input, I will create a seperate topic to track our race....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 12 Mar 2008 04:30:50 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlMy goals are to be able to happy with how i look and to keep with my training program.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlTue, 12 Feb 2008 21:58:45 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlMy goal for 2008 is to finally lose all of the weight gained in university (50 lbs in total). But I hope to reach that in May. For all of 2008, I want complete what I just said but also stay on track (i.e. going to the gym regularly and eating healthy, as I am doing now) and if I am able to lose more and become more toned that would be wonderful. They may not be as ambitious as some others that I have read, but that's something I can think about after I have reached my goal. Too man...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSat, 09 Feb 2008 02:14:11 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlThanks Glovia, its great to be back!! Finland was about 0C, normally this time of year is -5 to -10C so I didn't complain. It was a great experience and I'd love to go back one day. Ankle is just an old injury now that didn't fully recover. It will be fine in the finish. Thanks again for everyone's kind words...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlThu, 24 Jan 2008 10:23:14 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlGreat to see you back, Dean! We miss you. You must have a great time in Sweden/Finland. Cold there? I am sorry about your ankle. I once have overtrained myself and got injuried. The doctor told me to stop running. THat's not the solution I wanted to hear! I did only R.I.C.E for weeks and slowly got back to run again. I did not see that doctor anymore. It is frustated when you cannot run because of injury. I wish your ankle recover well and soon. Then, you are always welcome to chal...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlThu, 24 Jan 2008 04:51:30 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlQuoting: timwilsonYea, the Doctor told you that.... or you just are getting worried about this little competition?????? Cheeky little boy!!!! Truth is you are looking good and are recording good times. It isn't going to be easy against Team America. We'll find a way though to get you guys back!!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 23 Jan 2008 10:59:17 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWelcome back Dean! Yea, the Doctor told you that.... or you just are getting worried about this little competition?????? Just kidding, hope you will be able to get that imbalance sorted out soon and back to running. How is your weight loss going?http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 23 Jan 2008 10:09:57 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlI am here!! Sorry I dissappear every now and again, I always keep my diary really full and often appear to vanish every now and again. I spent last weekend in Sweden/ Finland and didn't chase up my mail. I'm sifting through it all now and making sure I respond to everyone. It's nice when people notice that you're gone. Have some developments with my ankle. Therapist doesn't want me running on it at the moment. NoOO!! He says they are so imbalanced due t...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 23 Jan 2008 09:55:04 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlGreat job Glovia! Good to hear of your Marathon! I was wondering about Dean as well, although I have not been on here as much lately either.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 23 Jan 2008 09:40:16 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.html1st goal met. I ran the Carlsbad Marathon on Jan 20, 2008 and beat my last marathon record with 35:50. Remaining goals and progress as of Jan 22, 2008: 2. Yoga once a week - explored some yoga class already. In the process of practising some pose to be ready to commit to a class. I should be able to find a suitable one by Mar or April 3. Start weight training regularly - in the process of finding out proper form and frequecy of wt training. 4. Lose 5 lbs - no progress yet. 5. Be mo...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlWed, 23 Jan 2008 04:50:59 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlMy goals for 2008 are: -Get down to 135 -Limit sweets to the weekend or once a week -Run consistently -Run faster -Sleep 8 hours a night -Eat healthier at collegehttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSat, 15 Dec 2007 18:39:40 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlMike, I am glad that you are interested. I will discuss with Dean and then let everybody know the plan. I am expecting this race to start sometimes in Feb.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlSat, 15 Dec 2007 05:40:53 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlCan I join this running challenge? How does it work? I'm a Pom living in NZ but I'd like to run for the UK Mikehttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_2.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 18:02:52 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlQuoting: wayofthewarrior Young Lady!! I didn't think it was that kind of site Yeah, those backlit sites are TROUBLE. http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:43:18 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWew! I was thinking you wanted pics now, and I was thinking about where I could find a speedo this time of year. EWWW!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:35:50 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlYoung Lady!! I didn't think it was that kind of site Ha hahttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:26:13 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlYou mens after you reach your goals of course. Even a vague-looking, backlit purple silouhette'll do. http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:19:09 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlYeah, me too. Lets get some photos!! Wait a minute, photos of what??http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:03:57 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlLol @ Minuhttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 17:02:23 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlI want photos!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 16:40:03 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlSweet like Chocolate!!!!! I must warn you tho, I'm committed and I'm feeling tasty!! Won't take me long!! Either way, we'll both be winners come summer!!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 15:49:36 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlDean - I am up for a race to 160 if you are. I am not sure how fast it will be for me since I am slowing down a lot - but it could be the kick in the butt that I need.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 14:45:59 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlMy Goals: *Kick "Traineo Sucks" in the baby-maker *Have reached, or gotten really close, to my Target goal weight *Be able to offer atleast two tickets to the guns show to someone *Get hold of a BioTrainer somehowhttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 06:19:42 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlGreat! A lot of us are into this US vs UK running challenge. We are going to do it. Dean, I will chat with you via email to see how we can keep the running data for both teams. Meanwhile, US pals, let's show the British our strength! I will report to everybody my marathon result. It is on Jan 20 in the beautiful city of Carlsbad, CA(http://www.carlsbadmarathon.com/Home_28.htm). The course is not easy. There are a few killer slopes. The one at mile 8 is the worst. But, quite a few mile...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlFri, 14 Dec 2007 06:12:35 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThanks Dean. If I had as much commitment to my diet as I do to training goals, I would've dropped 50 pounds by now!!! Oh well...there's always tomorrow http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 17:50:55 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlLife is a game Jess, and the only way you can fail this game is to give up. 'You don't lose for going down, you lose for staying down' Yeah, this journey has only just begun so how can you possibly know the overall score yet, we're all stood on the starting line together. Am reading a business book at the moment and one of the analogies is that we don't end with wealth, we begin with wealth. You see tomorrow, is a product of today, so today we must be Kings and...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 17:31:22 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThanks Tim. I might be able to do it now, just not on asphalt. It's killer on my knees and feet. But I'll give a go on the treadmill and see how far I can run. I can do a half mile, so I don't have much further to go. Once I can do a mile, I'll concentrate on improving my time. I'd love to be able to run a 10 minute mile and work from there...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 17:12:47 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlQuoting: misterloseTry to put into practice that there is NO failure...only outcome (Dr. Dyer) I really like this! There have been many times in the past where I had given up on my efforts due to the fact I thought I had "failed" and could never get healthier, but in all actuality, it is not really about failing, more about the outcome-you choose not to do A, B and C, you don't get what you want and that is the ultimate outcome. You didn't FAIL, you CHOSE not to. What ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 17:01:28 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlCardio - you can do it, just take it a little at a time - 100 yards at a time and you will be amazed how soon you will be there. Dean - glad to hear the ankle is getting better. I have made a lot of progress lately, so as long as that continues you may have a good competition!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 17:00:37 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWow...you guys are serious about this running challenge. Um...I can't even run a mile yet. I'd better get on the ball! New goal: Be able to run a mile by the end of the year.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 16:54:08 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlYeah, good times Tim!! I only managed 10 min miles last night, so you've got a head start on me. Ankle is getting better tho, so you won't have a hope in the New Year. Victory to the Brits!! Good work tho!!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 16:51:29 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlQuoting: malibublueAfter I finish my 1st 2008 marathon (Jan 10), it should be time for us to challenge. Gloria, that is awesome, I hope to be there some day. You'll have to tell us all about it. A half marathon sounds like enough of a challenge for me right now. You should start a group here! Tim, those are great goals and super running progress! I'm jealous...I mean, the good kind of jealous...the kind that inspires me to want to do more and get better!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 14:38:44 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlMy goals are pretty basic, but still goals none the less. Basic in that they are not really specific, not that they are easy. Not completely in order... 1. Run a Half Marathon in less then 2 hours - (Scheduled for Feb 17th) 2. Run a Full Marathon - (not sure when yet or time goal yet) 3. Lose the last 20 lbs to get myself down to 160. 4. Successfully transition to maintenance - funny but this is what I am worried about most. 5. Continue to tweak my diet to make it healthier. 6. ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 13:53:46 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlDan, I like the goals concerning school and work. Finishing my bachelor's next year is a goal of mine...and I kinda want to move to a different city too, lol.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 13:33:57 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlo My goal will be to make realistic goals. o Understand my mind and actions more. o Try to stay focused regardless of weekly outcome...try try try again. o Try to put into practice that there is NO failure...only outcome (Dr. Dyer) o Really, really, really try to not get discouraged at the scale and furthmore, not look at it as a sole indicator of my progress. o To finish my Masters in August 08 o Move to a different city o Get a better job by my definition (more challenge, opportunit...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 13:00:06 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThis running challenge is getting scary?? I got Tim to contend with now?? Thats it, this is getting serious, will have to step up the action!! 'Obsession is a word used by the weak to describe the dedicated!!' I'm about to be running obsessed!! The US Team must lose!! Ha ha...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 12:18:15 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlNot sure if I will be much of an asset, but I would join that team..... for the US side of course My neighbors are from Dean's neck of the woods and we always have a little competition going.... I got them into running, and they are faster then me, but I can go further! Count me in if you need someone to keep an eye out in the back of the pack!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 11:47:09 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlBetter get that team together fast!! My ankle is slowly getting better. I don't have all the movement yet and am only managing 10 minute miles which sucks a bit. Let me know what, where and when this challenge is and I'll raise the 'Warriors' to compete. (The Warriors is a group formed from my training courses. We keep in contact and take eachother to new levels of fitness. It is a very small group at the moment, but as soon as the pilot bootcamp goes smooth in Au...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 09:28:15 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlI am glad that this "Traineo Sucks" has been removed. I think s/he is jealous that we are so supportive to each other. What a coward! Amy S, I am glad that you like to join. Dean, I think I have 4 to 5 US traino pals in US team already. Jennifer, it seems you are interested also. It will be easier to use Nike+ and ipod. But, I am not sure if everybody is willing to invest to those devices yet. Let me think about it. After my 1st marathon, I will come up with a solid challenge pl...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlThu, 13 Dec 2007 05:48:34 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlLooks like Traineo removed "Traineo Sucks" profile already....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 21:18:36 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlI wish there was one Brandon!!! Anyways i think we should chose to ignore!!! My goals for 2008 and beyond.. 1. Learn kickboxing 2. Stick to simple food choices! 3. Drink more Water 4. Do 15-30 minutes of Pranayama Yoga every morning. 5. Learn to be patient in life!! 6. Reach my goal weight and stay motivated. 7. Kick anyone's %#@ who calls me unfit!!!! Later...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 21:14:18 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWhat a coward, posting through an anonymous profile. I hope that a higher power can help you find some peace. Anyone with enough anger to log onto a site and pick on people trying to encourage each other must have a very empty soul. Is there a "spam/abuse" function on these posts?http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 20:37:48 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlMy goal? My goal is to end this website. Or, should I say, this sanctuary for underachieving dolts who have nothing better to do that pat themselves on the back (or ask someone else to) for the most menial, trite, and POINTLESS goals and accomplishments. For most of you, weight loss and fitness will NEVER be a reality. Most of you completely lack the drive and innate motivation necessary to be fit. Go ahead. Keep on fishing for "advice" and "inspiration" from others. Keep ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_1.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 20:31:00 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlamy-cut out caffeine-yeah i know thats a tough one!!! hal-caf is a great start! and as far as the runner team-im wondering how we can do a virtual team. i think glovias idea is great!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 20:09:32 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlQuoting: jenngetfitOther suggestions for people: cut out caffeine I KNOW I need to do this, but I DON"T WANT TO! I will switch to that half-caff coffee. That's realistic. Quoting: malibublueOne more....recruit a US runner team to race Dean's England runner team virtually. Sign me up!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 17:14:08 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlDEAN-do they sell Brita water filters/pitchers in england? they have them here and they arent that expensive. im not sure if it is exactly what you are looking for but it maybe a start.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 15:56:36 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlI am going to do it all incrementally. However thinking big is my thing, and that is what I encourage others to do. However, thinking big is useless without a solid goal. Solid goals are useless without a cold hard plan. And cold hard plans are useless without a little thing called 'ACTION'. I am a firm believer though that if you only have 4 hours to cut a tree down then you should spend the first 3 hours sharpening the axe. When the planning and intention is set in stone, a...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 12:48:59 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlHoly crap those are a lot of ambitious new year goals! Dean when you cut those things out of your regime will you cut all at once or a bit at a time? Sounds like it would be pretty tough (though never impossible) to do it all at the same time?! 1)Go from 5k to 10k and maybe consider running socially. People aren't all bad as it turns out ;) 2)Lose the last few -- it has been an overwhelming achievement already but the home stretch will be hard 3)Keep the work going strong and cat...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 11:46:28 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWow guys!! What a motivated group of people!! Glovia - You sure are keen to put my running team to the test!! I'll have to start recruiting. (Was secretly hoping you'd forget but it's good you are holding me to it). What date is the big day? Jennifer - Clean water. Again, I'm only going on advice, but apparently water from the tap has gone through 7 different ladies before you drink it. I can handle that, however, the water supply is filling up with womens hormone...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 09:19:10 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWOW I love that idea - I think I will do the same, and mine sounds pretty similar. I've been building up my raw food recipes and such for awhile and I've been planning on having January completely raw... <3 can't wait. So i'll probably incorporate this to a monthly list like yours - makes things that more exciting and the monthly way is nice and gradual. So many people try and make a big resolutions and to it all at the start of the year only to fail shortly afterwards...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 07:32:58 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlAnother goal for 2008: Learn to manage my anger and depression better through consistent exercisehttp://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 06:50:20 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmldean-how do you define "clean water?" do you believe clean water is filtered water? spring water? plain water? or other??http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 06:24:53 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmland beat them! http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 06:22:12 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlOne more....recruit a US runner team to race Dean's England runner team virtually. http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 06:19:38 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlDean, what a great post! It is a good idea to add some more each month. I will think about it see what to add each month. My fitness goals for 2008 are: 1. Beat my own record in a marathon in Jan 2. Yoga once a week 3. Start weight training regularly 4. Lose 5 lbs 5. Be more consistent in diet and learn portion control 6. Play better tennis 7. Run 2 half marathons 8. Run at least 1 more full marathon...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 06:17:34 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlMy 2008 goals are: 1) To reach my ultimate goal of 135lbs 2) To play wii boxing at least 30 mins per day 3) To workout for an additional 30-45 mins per day on top of wii boxing 4) Eat healthfully 5) Buy boxing gloves and start boxing irl There's probably more but this is all I can think of now. Good luck to all!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 05:39:37 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlfor the whole year curtis?! wow!!!http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 05:28:39 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlI'm thinking about giving up sweets for the new year too...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWed, 12 Dec 2007 02:54:25 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlLove your post Dean! Great ideas everyone! I hope everyone achieves what they want! My 90 day challenge will be up soon so my new 90 day goals are as follows: (if any are met, I will re-evaluate) (Dec15-March15) -lose 10 pounds -run 3 miles (min 5.0 speed) -lower body fat by 5% Dec15-Jan15-no daytime napping, eat breakfast later (at least after 7 am) Jan 15-Feb 15-incorporate physical activity throughout the day when feasible-look for furthest away parking spot, use stairs instead o...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 23:52:31 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlJust a few of my goals. 1) have a more consistantly healthy diet 2) work out 5x a week 3) drop to a weight where I feel comfortable 4) be able to walk the 3 flights of stairs up to my 4th period class without straining myself (pathetic, I know. But it happens!) 5) get back into yoga 6) learn how to stay on a healthy eating plan in a group setting 7) retain a healthy mindset while "dieting" (I had a few issues with this before)...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 22:10:43 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlIt sure is, Jess. http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 19:16:54 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlYou all have some very great goals, and I really like the idea of adding an extra one each month. As of now, I have one main goal, get to 140 pounds by January 1st, 2009 (my husband has promised me new wedding bands if I can accomplish this goal-my motivation). But, first off I will have to set smaller goals, right now they are 1. Eating healthier and portion control, and 2. going to the gym consistently. I think about 54 pounds in one year is doable ...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 18:38:18 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlMy goals are not all different than yours CK. 1) Stick to my fitness regime and avoid "falling of the wagon." 2) Drop to an even 190lbs. 3) Consistently weight train and build some solid muscle. 4) Lose my gut. 5) Return to kickboxing and MMA training. 6) Get stronger in body, mind, and soul. 7) and to take a note from CK - BE HAPPY!!!...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 18:17:59 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlHmm...goals for '08...let's see (1) Finish my 90 day challenge and (hopefully) be 30 pounds lighter by then. (2) Finish "Couch to 5k" program and build on it (3) Find a consistent weight lifting program (for when I start trying to build a little more muscle mass instead of just trying to be lean) (4) Develop "washboard abs" and further strengthen my core (5) Find a fitness class I can enjoy (i.e. kickboxing, martial arts, yoga, spin) (6) Continue to adopt an...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 17:41:49 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlLet me know how your juicing trials workout. May be something I'll be chasing you to find out more about.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 16:20:03 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlAlso Dean, I do like your idea of adding something each month, this is giving me more to consider.http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 16:17:15 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlI also have met someone here who seems incredibily knowledgeable on food (especially fruit) combining. He is very into juicing and has come up with some extremely intruging recipes. So, I will be adding some juicing creations to my diet, this will be an excellent way to up my fruit and veggie intake-always room for improvement in this....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 16:14:21 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlHere is a little something I just found, as some of my goals for 08 are: to run a 10K with (hopefully) a competitive time; and also to participate in a sprint tri: You will often hear the phrase 'a good cardiovascular workout'; but it is equally true that exercise also greatly improves your lung function. In fact for optimum athletic performance, one has to develop not just peak cardiovascular function but also peak lung function. The reason for this is that as the heart and vessels...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 16:08:40 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlDean, I think your approach is excellent. This is what I try to encourage, experimentation. If you hear something, like dairy, wheat and potatoes cause problems for people, then see what happens when you eliminate those things from your diet. If I see something interesting, I try it out for about 3 weeks and then evaluate it to see what impact it has had. That way I know how it affects me. If it's a positive impact, I'll keep it. Negative, it goes. Neutral, maybe I work it in ev...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 15:33:09 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlWhy not wheat? Good question. I've never been the guru on nutrition, however a lot of people I know do advocate quite heavily on these areas. I have been informed that anthropoligical studies show the likes of wheat, dairy and potatoes to be a relatively recent addition to our diets. This means that the body is not yet fully designed to cope with digesting it, resulting in allergies and over time health defects. Wheat and dairy are famous for causing allergies, and often the sympto...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 14:27:26 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlJust curious--why "cutting out wheat"? Whole wheat bread products are on of my carbohydrate mainstays... Interesting post. My goal is to keep my cheat days from going too high by focusing on the average calories over a certain period--I'm trying 10 days right now. It allows you to have that one night out at an Italian restaurant + a couple drinks if you behave the rest of the time....http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 14:06:53 +0000http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlI am busy reviewing my year and planning ahead for 2008. I eat well, and train hard, but I'd like to take myself to the next level. I have started to make a list of things which I want to improve, then I plan to concentrate on each one for a specific month. Then the following month I'll continue following that plan plus an additional improvement. For January I am focused on keeping my fruit and veg intake high EVERYDAY. I am pretty good in general, but a good few days of the m...http://www.traineo.com/13_4289_0.htmlTue, 11 Dec 2007 12:01:10 +0000