Anniversary Challenge: July 19 - Sept 19

I saw the date today, and felt a dire need for change, and so the Anniversary Challenge was born! 

In exactly 2 months from today, my husband and I will celebrate 17 years of marriage. I only see it fitting to then make it my “shoot for the moon” goal to lose 17 pounds by our 17th anniversary. Fun, right?

That’s a big goal, so my first and more realistic goal is to lose 8 pounds since this challenge is 8 weeks long in length. 

Even if I just reach this first goal of 8 pounds lost, it will still be a win because it will get me down below my Springtime weight (after weeks and weeks of summer splurges).

This is my first, brave attempt at a weight-loss challenge since my last failed attempt this Spring. I gained 6 pounds since then. A lot happened toward the end of that challenge, and a lot has happened since then. I’m sure a lot will continue to happen as we continue on. Let’s give it a try, anyway!

Anniversary Challenge Tasks 

Drink 90-120 oz of water daily

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Walk for 30-60 minutes/week

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Track nutrition daily + stay within calorie range 5/7 days each week (1,650 - 1,850 calories)

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Blog weekly challenge updates

• 8 weeks of updates coming your way!

Weight-Loss Goal:

My realistic and main goal is to lose about 8 pounds during this challenge. That’s 1 pounds per week. 

My “shoot for the moon” goal is to lose 17 pounds in celebration of 17 years of marriage.

8 Weeks | July 19 - Sept 19

Starting weight: 222 lbs | Goal weight: 214 - 205 lbs

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Let’s do this!