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Todo-3.20.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 03:35:08 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. got forms from dentist
2. car appt
3. pay bills
4. reconcile accts
5. deliver work projects

Todo-3.19.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:08:51 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Finish last work project
2. Send e
3. Deposit
4. Call about car maint quote
5. call l & m back

Todo-3.17.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:56:37 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. clean out car
2. give fastrak to m&d & register their car to my acct
3. get blender part replacement
4. finish ts
5. pay parking ticket :)

DCS=27

Todo-3.16.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 06:27:28 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Mar 10k
2. Replace makeup/brush/hair stuff
3. rec fastrak
4. attach fastrak
5. complete e

10K - Mar 2013

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 18:46:25 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Complete a 10K every month in 2013:

Stiff back and aching body makes my getting up at 530 Sat AM really difficult. Think I’m still adjusting to Daylight Savings Time. So many excuses, but still showed up. Walked most of the way, but finished. Had a bit of stomach issues towards the end, but am grateful that I found the restroom at the right time.

The good thing about early runs is that you wake up by the time you’re almost done. Nice.

43-47

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 18:40:13 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Exercise 90 times in 90 Days:

Catching up a little… Feeling better after zumba today. It makes me happy to shake it!

47/62

43. Zumba (3/11)
44. Cycling (3/11)
45. Walk (3/15)
46. Walk 10K (3/16)
47. Zumba (3/16)

Todo-3.15.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 08:19:19 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. call dentist – resch appt, pay bill, ask about ins claim
2. pay t
3. resch appt for t
4. sign up for ts
5. get sl

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nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 04:12:10 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Exercise 90 times in 90 Days:

Oops! Falling behind again… I realize that I need to prepare and plan so that I can get my workouts in during the busy days.

42/56

42. Zumba (3/10)

Todo-3.10.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:52:17 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Pay r
2. submit exp
3. gym
4. email d
5. smart

DCS=29

Week 4 - Do Over

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 20:04:53 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Joyfully Become a Healthy Eater:

Ok, do over last week. It was too crazy to stay on track of any goals. I spent this weekend catching up on a lot of things. I’m trying not to procrastinate… Yay!

Goal 1–Track dietary consumption–S, m
Goal 2–Eat 5 servings of fruits or vegetables/day–S, m
. S- SpinachX2, Orange, Strawberry, Banana, Broccoli, Radish, Carrot
. M-orange, carrot, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, tomato, lettuce, potato
. T-
. W-
. Th-
. F-
. Sa-

Goal 3–Drink 8 cups of water&green tea daily–S, m
Goal 4–Have whole grains–S,m
Goal 5–Leafy greens daily–S,m
Goal 6–Carrots daily–S,m
Goal 7–Nuts daily–S,
Goal 8–Eat everything from the list below 3X/wk
Oily Fish, S
Yogurt, S
Broccoli, S,m
Sweet Potato,
Avocado

Todo-3.9.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 06:22:59 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Get receipts for a
2. Go grocery shopping & get veggies!
3. coordinate 10k for tmrw
4, movie w/t
5. txt j, l, n, m, m
6. pay for baby gift

DCS=27

41

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:00:07 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Exercise 90 times in 90 Days:

Uh oh! Days slip by quickly when I have such a long commute. It’s so hard to find time to exercise. Need to catch up soon! 41/49

41. Walk (3/3)

Todo-3.3.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 04:55:36 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Pay r
2. a claim
3. Meet c to walk
4. call cc

Daily Checklist Score = 30

Week 4

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 19:36:09 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Joyfully Become a Healthy Eater:

It’s been difficult tracking food during this new project. The commute is so long and I find little time to exercise or plan meals. The good news is that I’ve been eating more fruits/veggies since I’ve started this hit list. I notice that I crave them and feel like my body needs more real foods. I have to say that I overcame serious junk food cravings twice last week. I’ll keep doing this goal just to keep myself aware of my consumption.

Goal 1 – Track dietary consumption – S
Goal 2 – Eat 5 servings of fruits or vegetables/day – S, M
. S- Greens, Spinach, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, banana, onion, carrot
. M-Banana, Lettuce, Tomato, Cabbage, Pepper, Potato, Corn
. T-Orange, Lettuce, Avocado,
. W-
. Th-
. F-
. Sa-

Goal 3 – Drink 8 cups of water & green tea daily – S, M
Goal 4 – Have whole grains – S, M
Goal 5 – Leafy greens daily – S, M
Goal 6 – Carrots daily – S
Goal 7 – Nuts daily – S
Goal 8 – Eat everything from the list below 3X/wk
Oily Fish, M
Yogurt, S
Broccoli,
Sweet Potato,
Avocado S

Todo-3.1.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 20:53:08 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Meet w D while he’s in town
2. Lunch w C
3. Email about new project
4. Send J the thing for S
5. Reconcile ac

Todo-2.24.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:53:02 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Go to run
2. Take care of all cards in stolen wallet
3. Give md the bag/ticket of stuff
4. Give bags to fam
5. Email forms to d

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nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:49:32 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Exercise 90 times in 90 Days:

Only workout this week was the 10K. Need to work on the exercising and eating while I’m on projects… 40/42

40. 10k (2/24)

10K - Feb 2013

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:47:25 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Complete a 10K every month in 2013:

Done! Unfortunately, my car got broken into during the run and I was so incredibly sad.

I tried to shake it off and enjoy lunch after this annual family run/walk. I did my best and then had a good cry once I got home. Afterwards, I’ve been taking care of all the follow up related to the theft of my purse, which others would refer to as my suitcase.

I reflected and realized that it’s time to get rid of old things and finally, get new things, and stop carrying around so much crap because it is probably contributing to my upper back problems.

It’s a good year to clean. It also made me realize that I’m so thankful for 43T because I got some things taken care of. If I hadn’t, I would’ve even more sad because some of those things would’ve been in my bag. I literally carry my baggage with me. 43T helps me gets rid of baggage in all areas. Nice.

10 tips

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 08:54:39 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Reduce Waist Size by 5 inches:

http://www.lifescript.com/special/get_healthy_for_the_new_year/10_tummy-tightening_tricks.aspx?utm_source=outbrain&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=get_healthy&p=1

Found these ten tips and wondering if it’s too much to do ab work everyday. How often should you do it?

10 Tricks To Flatten Your Stomach
By The Lifescript Editorial StaffPublished January 21, 2013
A tight, toned stomach tops most women’s wish list. With these 10 exercises from fitness professionals like Denise Austin, you’ll flatten your stomach and say goodbye to your girdle once and for all…

1. Denise Austin’s Lower Tummy Firmer
Check out fitness maven Denise Austin’s favorite belly-busting exercise. This core exercise comes straight from her book, Tone Your Tummy Type (Rodale Books).

1. Lie on your back. Place hands near your hips, palms face down.

2. Lift your legs, bending at the knee. Cross your legs at the ankles.

3. Flatten your shoulders against the floor. Draw your abdominal muscles in toward your spine.

4. As you exhale, curl your tailbone up, lifting through your lower tummy. Inhale as you lower your butt back to the floor.

5. Repeat 4-6 times.

Want to learn more? Get your own copy of Tone Your Tummy Type and visit DeniseAustin.com.
2. Minna Lessig’s Side Plank
Fitness guru and former Ms. Fitness USA Minna Lessig recommends the side plank for a challenging workout that targets your core, plus your shoulders and arms.

1. Start from push-up position.

2. Tighten abs.

3. Bring your right hand to the center, halfway between its starting position and your left hand.

4. Turn body to the left. Shift weight from toes to the outer side of your right foot, stacking your left foot on top of your right.

5. Lift left arm off floor.

6. Extend left arm toward ceiling in line with your shoulders. Body should form one, straight line from head to feet, sideways.

7. Look straight. Hold position for 10-30 seconds. Repeat 2-3 times.

8. Repeat on other side.

Want to learn more? Get a copy of Minna Lessig’s Tank Top Arms, Bikini Belly and Boy Shorts Bottom (Rodale Books).
3. Pelvic Tilt
The pelvic tilt is an isometric exercise that works all three muscle sets in your midsection (internal and external obliques, rectus abdominis and transverse abdominis) to improve joint stability and mobility, overall muscular strength and mind/body awareness, says Jason Anthony Hoey, owner of Chicago personal training company EtaKinisi: Efficient Movement for Healthy, Sport and Fitness.

1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

2. Place a towel under the small of your back.

3. Tighten your abs.

4. Press the small of your back into the floor to create a posterior pelvic tile. You should not be able to pull the towel free.

5. Hold for 6 seconds and release.

6. Do 6 sets of 4-8 reps.
4. Superman
You can do hundreds of crunches or buy expensive machines, but if you really want that flat stomach, you need a strong lower back.

Hoey’s Superman move will strengthen your lower back to create a balance between your front and back muscles, helping you move gracefully, lift heavier weights, boost your metabolism and build sexy muscles.

1. Lie face down on the floor. Arms should be straight and extended directly over the top of your head. Keep legs straight and together.

2. Simultaneously lift your arms, chest and legs up toward the ceiling. Keep limbs straight, but not locked. Your body will form a gentle curve.

3. Hold for 30 seconds, then lower. Repeat 3 times.

For more ways to strengthen your back, check out our slideshow: The Better Back Workout.
5. Twist and Drop
From Lessig’s days as a gymnast, check out this move to target the obliques and rectus abdominus (the long, flat vertical muscle in the front of the abdomen).

1. Stand with feet slightly more than shoulder-width apart.

2. Bend forward at hips. Place hands flat on the floor, directly beneath your shoulders and at least 12 inches from feet. (Hands won’t be in line with feet.)

3. Place feet flat on floor and rise up on your toes. Look at the floor.

4. Draw navel in toward spine.

5. Using ab muscles, lift right foot off the floor.

6. Keeping right leg straight, sweep it across the front of your left foot.

7. Twist body and lower right hip toward floor so left hip is facing the ceiling and right hip is facing floor. Left knee should be bent, and you should be balancing on the toes of your left foot as well as your hands, which should still be in starting position. Right leg should be straight with your knee in front of your left foot. Look straight ahead.

8. Using ab muscles, untwist body and return to starting position.

9. Switch sides, twisting and dropping to the right and sweeping with your left leg.

10. Do 1-3 sets of 12-20 alternating reps.
6. Hip/Trunk & Spine Rotation
Hoey recommends this isometric exercise to work all the same muscle groups as the pelvic tilt above, plus the hip flexors. All you need is a bench; even the edge of the coffee table during a Law & Order rerun will do the trick.

1. Sit upright on a backless chair or bench with feet flat on floor.

2. Start from an upright position (as you get stronger, begin this exercise from a reclined position to increase the starting difficulty and degree of the angle).

3. Tighten your abs. Hold.

4. Rotate slightly to the left. Keep chest pulled up tall toward the ceiling.

5. Slowly lower your entire upper body backward. Hinge at the hips until you feel a low level of force on your abs.

6. Hold for 6 seconds.

7. Do 6 sets of 4-8 reps.

8. Repeat on your right side.
7. Oblique Sit-ups
Oscar Smith, owner of O-Diesel studios (O-Diesel.com) in New York City recommends incorporating oblique sit-ups into your workout routine for a toned tummy.

1. Lie on your back with feet on the floor and knees bent.

2. Cross your left foot over your right knee. Left ankle should be just below your right knee.

3. Reach left arm straight out to the side. Bend right arm, cupping your right ear.

4. Curl your upper body diagonally toward your left knee.

5. Do 2 sets of 12 reps on each side.
8. Alternating Arm and Leg Raises
A bit of coordination is necessary for this exercise, but once you get the hang of it, your body will feel the burn as your internal and external obliques, rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis and hip flexors contract for a full frontal workout, says Hoey.

1. Lie on your back. Arms and legs should be straight.

2. Put your left heel on top of your right toes.

3. Raise your right arm straight up toward the ceiling.

4. Tighten your abs. Hold.

5. Lift your left foot two to three inches above your right foot. Hold.

6. Reach toward your left foot with your right arm by rotating and flexing your trunk.

7. When you have reached a comfortable end range, hold for one full second. Keep your lower and middle back on the floor.

8. Maintain a tempo of 3 seconds up, 1 second hold, 3 seconds down.

9. Do 2 sets of 15-20 reps.
9. Reverse Crunch
Hoey recommends this version of crunches to whip just about every one of your stomach muscles into shape. Plus, there’s no risk of incorrectly throwing out your neck in your quest for a six pack. Give it a try, and see for yourself.

1. Lie on your back with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.

2. Tighten your abs. Hold.

3. Lift feet off the ground one to two inches.

4. Slowly pull your knees toward your chest. Hold for one full second.

5. Lower your knees back down, and return your feet to the ground.

6. Do 2 sets of 15-20 reps.

10. Cardio Your Core
Contrary to popular belief (or wishful thinking), a bunch of crunches isn’t enough to conquer stubborn belly bulge. “That’s called spot reduction, and it’s not possible without surgery,” Hoey says.

What will take you from fat to flat is a commitment to diverse strength training, a healthy diet and fat-burning cardio (to uncover developing muscle). Try exercises that will burn lots of calories, such as running, biking, swimming or even brisk walking.

Week 3

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 06:03:42 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Joyfully Become a Healthy Eater:

Lost momentum last week, so I’ll make a special effort to be on top of this. I did notice that some of the these goals are becoming second nature. I also noticed that I feel like superwoman when I exercise a lot and eat healthy and I feel like a melting snowman when I don’t. This week was a perfect example.

Goal 1 – Track dietary consumption – S, M, T, W, Th
Goal 2 – Eat 5 servings of fruits or vegetables/day –
. S- Broccoli, Spinach, Strawberry, Banana, Avocado, leeks
. M-seaweed, salad, greens. broccoli,banana
. T-brussel sprouts, carrots, orange, spinach
. W-strawberry, pineapple, greens, broccoli, avocado, carrots
. Th-banana, avocado, carrots, orange, corn, veggies
. F-avocado, carrots, orange, seaweed, greens, tomato
. Sa- carrots, orange, strawberry, spinach, cabbage

Goal 3 – Drink 8 cups of water & green tea daily – S, M, T, Th, F
Goal 4 – Have whole grains – M, T, W, F, Sa
Goal 5 – Leafy greens daily – S, M, T, W, Th, F, Sa
Goal 6 – Carrots daily – S, T, W, Th, F, Sa
Goal 7 – Nuts daily – S, M, T, W, Th, F, Sa
Goal 8 – Eat everything from the list below 3X/wk
Oily Fish, M, T, Th, F
Yogurt, W
Broccoli, S, W
Sweet Potato,
Avocado S, W, Th, F

THANKS!

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 05:48:14 GMT

luckyview commented on an entry by luckyview titled "Hmmm..." regarding Reduce Waist Size by 5 inches:

Thanks for your encouragement and advice. I’m slowly learning that strengthening the muscle is helping, but I can really feel it in my back.

I’m wondering what your subject line “Tape” is referring to… Should I tape my belly in? Eat a tapeworm? Hehehe

Todo-2.23.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 05:41:53 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Bday Call
2. Coordinate race events and lunch location
3. Get avocados
4. Get gas
5. Pick up 8 bibs/tshirts/bags

This goal really works if I do it everyday, but I let it slip midweek because of work

Todo - 2.22.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 05:40:13 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Get info from doc about glassed
2. Resch dentist appt
3. Get info on dentist claim
4. Cancel class
5. Fill out forms

1 step forward, 2 steps back

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 05:36:59 GMT

luckyview added an entry about File Insurance Claims by 3/19:

I got the forms and realized that the dentist has to complete a majority of them… Ugh!

I downloaded form, filled what I could, but looks like I’ll have to wait for the office to get back to me.

I will have to push the date out since I can’t control their timing. I’ll add 2 weeks… 3/6/13.

I did complete my portion though… Now, we wait!!! :)

Prep Taxes by 2/20

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:54:40 GMT

luckyview completed this goal (worth it!)

Remaining items...

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:19:48 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Finish Taxes by 3/17:

Done with tax prep… Now I have to finish by the weekend!!!

Fill out S/S
Analyze andFinish S/S
Note any tax docs that I haven’t rec’d
Request those missing docsItemize or Standard Deduction?
Review Changes in 2013
Check Calc & Review S/S
Fill out Fed forms/Calc Tax (Refund – I hope!)
Check Calc & Review forms
Fill out State forms/Calc Tax (Refund – Please!)
Check Calc & Review forms
Make copies
Prepare to send
Go to Post Office
Say good bye to tax return
Say hello to refund

Finish Taxes by 3/17

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:18:49 GMT

luckyview adopted this goal

Thanks!!!

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 06:04:47 GMT

luckyview commented on an entry by luckyview titled "Ready, Set, Go... " regarding Get new glasses by 3/17:

That’s great advice! I will definitely be more careful about measuring! :) I hope it works!

Ready, Set, Go...

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:34:45 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Get new glasses by 3/17:

Okay, so, I finally started this goal. I broke it down to ridiculous baby steps. I guess it has been helping me with other goals because it’s so funny. I’m just happy to get this going!!!

1. Get prescription from doc - Rec’d,but need to follow up on something
2. Research styles from eyebuydirect.com - Done
3. Upload picture of myself and try on favorite styles - Done
4. Narrow down styles and choose 1 or 2 to send - Narrowed down to about 5. Will check again after response from doc
5. Order/Pay and patiently wait - Pending
6. Try on glasses
7. If glasses fit and look good, keep and go to step 8. If glasses do not fit, repeat steps 4-7
8. Feel and look fabulous in new glasses! Update 43T goal!!!

Todo-2.19.13

nobody@43things.com (luckyview) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 08:23:59 GMT

luckyview added an entry about Do 5 things on Todo List Everyday and DCS=25+:

1. Prep work outfits for week
2. Research eye glasses
3. Take car to mechanic
4. Pick up forms
5. Tax prep

Daily Checklist Score=27 @12