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Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) Finale

This week concludes Round 2 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge.  Thank you to all who participated.  Some people had great successes this round.  I know for me, I finally got over the weight I had been stuck at for a while, and am down 5 lbs from that weight now!  I didn't have any additional weight loss for this week, so my total weight loss for this challenge is 8.6 lbs, which is equal to 6.0%.  How'd everyone else do?  Once we find out the winner of the challenge, we can work out the best way to get that person their winnings.  If everyone stays true to their word, even if they didn't end up participating after they said they were going to, the winnings should be $220!  Congratulations to everyone for all their hard work.

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 13 & 14

We are now at the end of Week 14 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  Since the last post, I have lost an additional 4.0 lbs.  My total weight loss for Round 2 of this challenge is now up to 8.6 lbs, which is equal to 6.0%.  How's everyone else doing?  Hopefully the nice weather hasn't altered anyone's healthy eating habits too much and that you are all still on track for reaching your desired weight loss goal.

Please keep in mind that next week will complete Round 2 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge.  Unless someone's been holding back and not telling us about all their wonderful progress, it looks like Uncle Bobby is in the lead with Aunt Penny not too far behind!   

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 11 & 12

So we've now completed Week 11 and Week 12 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  I am happy to announce that I've actually lost some weight these last couple weeks.  During Week 11 I lost 2.0 lbs. and then this week I lost an additional 0.2 lbs.  My total weight loss for Round 2 is now up to 4.6 lbs which is equal to 3.22% total percent weight loss.  How's everyone else doing? 

So we've now completed Week 11 and Week 12 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  I am happy to announce that I've actually lost some weight these last couple weeks.  During Week 11 I lost 2.0 lbs. and then this week I lost an additional 0.2 lbs.  My total weight loss for Round 2 is now up to 4.6 lbs which is equal to 3.22% total percent weight loss.  How's everyone else doing? 

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 10

Week 10 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) has come to an end (and spring has just begun despite the weather).  This week I didn't lose any weight, but I am still optimistic that my luck will turn around next week.  Yesterday started the BURN Challenge at my gym so hopefully that will help me reach my weight loss goal and I will see some results for Week 11.  

How did everyone else do this week?

Week 10 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) has come to an end (and spring has just begun despite the weather).  This week I didn't lose any weight, but I am still optimistic that my luck will turn around next week.  Yesterday started the BURN Challenge at my gym so hopefully that will help me reach my weight loss goal and I will see some results for Week 11.  

How did everyone else do this week?

Week 10 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) has come to an end (and spring has just begun despite the weather).  This week I didn't lose any weight, but I am still optimistic that my luck will turn around next week.  Yesterday started the BURN Challenge at my gym so hopefully that will help me reach my weight loss goal and I will see some results for Week 11.  

How did everyone else do this week?

Week 10 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) has come to an end (and spring has just begun despite the weather).  This week I didn't lose any weight, but I am still optimistic that my luck will turn around next week.  Yesterday started the BURN Challenge at my gym so hopefully that will help me reach my weight loss goal and I will see some results for Week 11.  

How did everyone else do this week?

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 8 & 9

Two more weeks of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) have now passed and we only have 6 weeks left until the winner is announced.  My results are the still the same this week - no change - but I'm hoping to see some results next week due to some changes in my eating style and some BURN classes I will be taking up at Healthworks.   

How's everyone else doing?  I got to see Aunt Penny and Uncle Bobby last weekend and they look amazing!  Truly an inspiration.

Two more weeks of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) have now passed and we only have 6 weeks left until the winner is announced.  My results are the still the same this week - no change - but I'm hoping to see some results next week due to some changes in my eating style and some BURN classes I will be taking up at Healthworks.   

How's everyone else doing?  I got to see Aunt Penny and Uncle Bobby last weekend and they look amazing!  Truly an inspiration.

Two more weeks of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) have now passed and we only have 6 weeks left until the winner is announced.  My results are the still the same this week - no change - but I'm hoping to see some results next week due to some changes in my eating style and some BURN classes I will be taking up at Healthworks.   

How's everyone else doing?  I got to see Aunt Penny and Uncle Bobby last weekend and they look amazing!  Truly an inspiration.

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 7

Well, we are up to Week 7 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  Some of us are doing awesome (Matt is up to 8.07% total weight loss!) and some of us have not been participating at all (I won't mention names, but you know who you are).  Unfortunately I still did not see any changes in my weight this week, but I know I'm working hard and staying healthy.  This past weekend when I was home I went for a 6-mile run around West Chazy and it was wonderful - not too cold, snow glistening in the sun, the delicious smell of sap boiling, and the calming sound of rivers flowing.  I'm in the process of training for my first half marathon that will take place in Boston on June 27th!  Mark your calendar everyone - I would love for you to come cheer me on.  I'll even offer you a free place to stay! 

So, enough about me...how is everyone else doing?  Don't forget, if you haven't been participating in the challenge much so far, there is no rules that states that you can't start now.  We'd love to hear from you and provide you with support and motivation to reach your goals!

Well, we are up to Week 7 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  Some of us are doing awesome (Matt is up to 8.07% total weight loss!) and some of us have not been participating at all (I won't mention names, but you know who you are).  Unfortunately I still did not see any changes in my weight this week, but I know I'm working hard and staying healthy.  This past weekend when I was home I went for a 6-mile run around West Chazy and it was wonderful - not too cold, snow glistening in the sun, the delicious smell of sap boiling, and the calming sound of rivers flowing.  I'm in the process of training for my first half marathon that will take place in Boston on June 27th!  Mark your calendar everyone - I would love for you to come cheer me on.  I'll even offer you a free place to stay! 

So, enough about me...how is everyone else doing?  Don't forget, if you haven't been participating in the challenge much so far, there is no rules that states that you can't start now.  We'd love to hear from you and provide you with support and motivation to reach your goals!

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 5 & 6

Sorry for not posting last week everyone!  I've been really swamped with work at the Hospital and with wedding planning.  Unfortunately as a result I haven't lost any weight in the past two weeks either...ugh!  I seem to be in a rut and can't get past the 1.68% weight loss.  Hopefully everyone else has had better luck than me.

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 4

Today concludes Week 4 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  It's hard to believe that we have been doing for this for a month already.  Everyone is really doing great and I am so proud of all you. 

Unfortunately for this week I did not have very good results.  I did not lose any weight which means my total % weight loss is still equal to 1.68%.  I seem to be in a rut and my body doesn't want to lose anymore weight.  Hopefully this changes next week because I'd still like to lose another 5-10 lbs.  How'd everyone else do?  Are we on track for reaching our personal goals?

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 3

So I know I'm really late making this post, but we have completed Week 3 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2) and it's time to see how everyone did.  I lost 0.8 lbs which makes my total % weight loss equal to 1.68%. Although I didn't lose much this week, I am still pleased with my results considering all the cake that I ate last weekend at the wedding expo.  I guess I can only try harder this week (and not eat any cake)!

Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2): Week 2

Yesterday was the end of Week 2 of the Gonyo Fitness Challenge (Round 2).  I hope everyone attempted my Week 2 Challenge and Recommended Exercise.  I know for Brock and I, it encouraged us to eat less sugary cereals for breakfast and carb-loaded pasta for dinner and substitute them for more healthy fruits and vegetables.

Unfortunately I did not lose any weight this week which means my total % weight loss is still equal to 1.12%.  I think this is due to not exercising as much as I usually do.  I practiced good, healthy eating habits all week, so I guess I will just have to make sure to hit the gym more frequently this week.  How did everyone else do? 

Week 3 Challenge: This week I would like everyone to eat at least 1 serving of fruits and vegetables each day.  For some, this may already be part of your lifestyle, but for others, this may be a very big change to your daily eating habits.

Week 3 Recommended Exercise: Last week's exercise focused on your thighs and glutes, so this week, I thought we could try an exercise that focuses on your arms.  Try to complete 10 push-ups every day this week.  I will try to post pictures of various push-ups styles soon!