Weight Loss Challenge 2012 Week 14

We are halfway through our first 6 week cycle and from the posts coming in you're starting to see some progress. You are probably finding that you are either getting into a rhythm or your getting into a rut. Hopefully you are finding this first 6 week cycle a challenge and have added some new things to your routine, whether that's a new type of exercise or some different foods or a positive change to an old habit.

You may find that you are getting a little bored again or that you are finding excuses to get out of doing the things you should. This is the time to really dig in. You only have 3 more weeks to really make this first cycle count before we move on to making changes. If you need to try a new exercise or implement "meatless Monday" then start this week. Stick to it for the next 3 weeks. We want to keep you progressing by keeping your mind and body guessing. Once your body thinks it knows what's going on and starts to adapt we'll be changing it up again in order to continue towards your end goals.

I'd really like you to get the water goal down over the next few weeks. 8 - 10 cups per day is what we're aiming for. This can help with many of your other goals. It helps to fill you up, hydrate you, remove toxins along with other benefits. If you'd like to make the most of your first cup in the morning then have it at room temperature or slightly warm with a squeeze of lemon to promote detoxing. Our system is set to unload in the morning and you can help flush things out with this.

Don't forget to add on 10% more time to your exercise this week. Can you push a little harder? Maybe walk a little faster or dance a little more vigourously or choose the bootcamp class over the step. Whatever you are doing, ramp it up a little bit for the next 3 weeks to get the most out of this cycle. Remember you want to be able to talk through whatever form of activity you are doing. If you can't it's too much and you need to back it off.

Have a fantastic spring week! Keep posting your thoughts and progress. It's great to hear how you are doing in your personal challenge!