Morning Challenge!!!

Happy Saturday! As we prepare to begin the Drop 10 Challenge on August 1, 2012, there are a few preparatory steps that we need complete so that we're ready. Today's challenge: Know Your Numbers!

Everybody is different. And every body is different. We all have different starting points and different goals. As such, we can't all follow the same diet and fitness plans. Here are the numbers you need to know before starting the challenge:

1. Your starting weight.

2. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) based on your current weight and height. (Click Here To Get Your BMI);
3. The amount of calories you need to consume/burn each day in order to safely lose a certain amount per week (Go here to calculate this number).

Knowing your numbers will help you to create a meal and fitness plan that will help you reach your goal. So today, get your numbers down. 

Have a healthful weekend!

LEX

Morning Challenge!

Today's Challenge: Keep Going! Do not be discouraged if you do not see results right away. Just keep going! Good morning!

LEX

Morning Challenge!

Good Morning! And welcome to a brand new week! This morning's challenge: get moving! Throughout the day, try to take 3 mini-walks: one mid-morning, one around lunch time, and one mid-afternoon. Try to time your walks around your lunch and snacks. For example, have a mid-morning snack and then take a walk. Take your lunch and then take a walk. Have a mid-afternoon snack, and then take a walk. Try to aim for 10 minutes of brisk walking each time and, if possible, incorporate at least one flight of stairs into each walk. If you like, grab your iPod and turn on some fast-paced music to keep you company. Now go!


Have a healthful day!


LEX

Morning Challenge!

 Good Morning! Over the next couple of weeks, I am going to be presenting you all with morning challenges that will, ideally, prepare you for the Drop 10 Challenge beginning on August 1, 2012. This morning's challenge...find a healthy buddy! Easy right? 

Now, what should you be looking for in a healthy buddy? Someone who shares similar health and fitness goals as you. Someone who can motivate you and you them. Someone to fuss at you when you begin talking yourself out of going to the gym. Someone to run around the track with you. Someone to give you the side-eye when you go for an extra serving of cake...you get it right! 

So this morning I challenge you to find a healthy buddy. Studies have shown that having a healthy buddy can motivate you and help you to achieve your health and fitness goals. Sometimes, having that motivational source is the difference between you sticking with it, and letting it go. So, think about it...find a buddy...get her on board...and get ready to drop 10! Have a great morning!

LEX

Morning Challenge!

Good Morning! I know that we have not yet started the Drop 10 Challenge, but I think we should start implementing good habits into our daily lives so that we can smoothly transition into the challenge. As such, my challenge for you this morning is to eat a balanced and healthy breakfast.

This morning, I am making an egg white omelet with spinach and feta cheese, a cup of green tea, and a piece of whole grain (not whole wheat) toast. The whole preparation process will take me about 10 minutes, so there are no excuses!

What are you all having for breakfast? How big are your portion sizes? Have you included the nutritional trifecta (Protein, Fat, and Carbs)? Let us know what you are having for breakfast in the comments below!

Have a great Saturday!

LEX

Morning Challenge!

Good morning Divas! One more day until the weekend! This morning's challenge is simple: get yourself and others involved in the RAGFit movement. Yes, I said movement! After all, you have taken an important step in the journey towards better health...now take it a step further! 


This morning, I challenge you to (1) subscribe to the RAGFit blog, (2) join the RAGFit site as a member, and (3) find at least one fitness buddy that will motivate you. Once you have found your buddy, send me her email address so that I can send her an invite. This is just the beginning ladies. This is the time when we are getting our house in order so that we can start our first challenge on August 1, 2012!


Over the next few days I will be doing some organizing, so bear with me and keep yourself in the know by visiting the blog regularly. The doors of the healthy living church are now open...will there be one?


LOL! I had to get my Sunday morning church service reference in here somewhere!


Have a great weekend, and stay tuned for a more fabulous and healthier you!


LEX

Morning Challenge!

I took the stairs today. In fact, I have been taking the stairs everyday while at work for the past 6 weeks. My office building has three floors...and guess which floor my office is on...right! The third floor! So everyday, I opt to walk up the stairs instead of taking the elevator. By the time I leave the office this evening, I would have walked up the stairs at least three times. Every little bit helps!


This morning, I challenge you all to take the steps instead of the elevator. If you work on a higher level floor in a tall building, take the elevator to the floor at least 3 flights down, and walk up the rest. Take your time. If you feel winded, stop. But try it for today...and maybe tomorrow, too! Who's up for this challenge? Let me know in the comments section below! Have a great day!


LEX