Showing posts with label health and fitness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label health and fitness. Show all posts

Saturday, March 20, 2010

94. Do 12 week beginners walking schedule

I consider this goal complete when/if: I have gotten to week twelve of the 12 week beginner walking program, in which I will be walking 60 minutes at a time.

Why this is on my list: I want to be healthier, this along with 92 and 93 is to help me start exercising.

This goal will be tracked by continuing to post on this blog

Goal Status: in progress (6/12)

Friday, March 19, 2010

93. Complete 100 push-ups

I consider this goal complete when/if: I have successfully completed the 100 push-up training program and done 100 push-ups in a row.

Why this is on my list: I can barely do 3 push-ups and would like to work on my upper-body strength


This goal will be tracked by continuing to post on this blog

Goal Status: to do

92. Complete the Two Hundred sit-ups challenge

I consider this goal complete when/if: I have successfully completed the two hundred sit-up training program and done 200 sit-ups in a row.

Why this is on my list: My body is pretty weak, and sit-ups will help with my core strength, which I really would like to work on right now.

This goal will be tracked by continuing to post on this blog

Goal Status: in progress (week 5/6 training)

Saturday, January 16, 2010

68. Make an emergency kit for my car

I consider this goal complete when/if: I compile an emergency kit including items such as blankets, flares, flashlights, etc for my car.

Why this is on my list: My car is pretty old and isn't going to last forever.  I also live in an area with lots of snow in the winter.  I would like to be better prepared than I am now.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: to do

67. Do my Wii Fit or Yoga DVDs 3 times a week for 3 months

I consider this goal complete when/if: During a 3 month period I exercise by using Wii Fit or my Yoga DVDs 3 times a week.

Why this is on my list: I have these exercise tools at my disposal and would like to use them to get healthier.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: in progress
Week of 1/17: (2/3)

66. Switch to the Curly Girl hair method

I consider this goal complete when/if: I follow all parts of the Curly Girl Hair method in the Curly Girl book that work well for my hair

Why this is on my list: I never straiten my hair, so I figure I should do what I can to make my curly hair look as good as it can. The Curly Girl method involves cutting out harmful shampoo, and conditioners with ingredients such as silicones that build up in hair.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: in progress

65. Take a fitness class

I consider this goal complete when/if: I take any fitness class that lasts at least 6 weeks, such as yoga classes.

Why this is on my list: I am not in great shape, and would like to become stronger and more flexible.  I exercise on my own sometimes, but I think I can benefit from a professional guiding me.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: to do

64. Learn effective techniques for managing anxiety, including consulting a doctor

I consider this goal complete when/if: I ask a doctor about my anxiety, and begin a treatment strategy.

Why this is on my list: I have anxiety that can really be crippling, and simple breathing exercises do not work.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: to do

63. Actively seek out doctors to solve current medical issues

I consider this goal complete when/if: I make doctors appointments about various health concerns I have.  I have a list to discuss that I won't post here.

Why this is on my list: I hate going to doctors and tend to put off going a lot.  I have several things I need to get checked once I have insurance.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: in progress
I have had an OBGYN appointment, and have an appointment with my PCP soon

62. Cut soda out of my diet

I consider this goal complete when/if: During the 1001 days I eventually stop drinking soda.  Once I have gone without regularly drinking it for a few months, it is okay if I have it occasionally. 

Why this is on my list: I don't even like soda as much as I used to, and there is way too much sugar in it.

This goal will be tracked through occasional posts on this blog

Goal Status: to do

61. Get HPV vaccine

I consider this goal complete when/if: I get all three shots for the HPV vaccine during the 101 days

Why this is on my list: I'm getting closer to the age when I'll be too old for this.  I've been putting it off too long.

This goal will updated when complete

Goal Status: complete (3/3)