Tomorrow is the first day of Spring. It's been a cold, long winter in Massachusetts. I've been thinking about my January resolutions, which seem very long ago. And I've realized that I haven't given the proper focus and planning to eating right and exercise. Kim and I were discussing this winter slowdown and "Spring Into Summer" was born.
Unlike January resolutions, in which you are essentially trying to change something for the new year (and foreseeable future), this plan has a limited time frame -- three months. A mere twelve weeks to focus on you. Seems pretty do-able. So, join us and you'll enter Summer feeling and looking lighter and healthier.
Here's what we propose:
Comment on this post or over at Kim's and let us know that you will be joining us. Then, over the weekend, weigh yourself and measure your waist, bust, and hips. Put all the info away. Then, on June 21st, do the same thing and let us know the percentage change. (For the measurement, just add the three measurements together).
As for what you do to get there, that's your choice. Tell us or don't. Post about it or not. This is a flexible contest. We will likely give updates from time-to-time.
In June, we'll let you know three winners -- best percentage weight loss; best percentage inch loss; and a random winner. We'll send the winners something fun!
Let us know you'll be joining us by midnight on Sunday, March 22nd. Happy Spring!
I'm not so sure about joining but I am getting back on the Wii fit wagon today in celebration of spring!
Posted by: Carole | March 20, 2009 at 07:29 AM
yep, I'm in. I am so sluggish and need a push.
Posted by: Judy | March 20, 2009 at 07:53 AM
It's going to be fun!!!!
Posted by: Kim | March 20, 2009 at 08:12 AM
Ok - I'm in (I've let things go too far up here in NH) and maybe this is the push I need to get moving.
Posted by: Jen B | March 20, 2009 at 08:15 AM
i'll join. i've already lost 11 lbs since january so a new incentive is just the shake-up i need.
Posted by: maryse | March 20, 2009 at 08:46 AM
Well, I suppose I could join, since I need to get back into regular exercise, but I have a feeling I'm not going to be trimming down the waist, bust, hip measurements over the next 12 weeks.
Posted by: Cheryl | March 20, 2009 at 08:47 AM
I'm in! I have the advantage of having a trainer, is that kosher??
Posted by: Kate | March 20, 2009 at 08:51 AM
Great idea! I'm in, having just hit the road again this week after a running break.
Posted by: Nora | March 20, 2009 at 09:58 AM
I'm in! Spring is time to pull out the bike. And I've decided to give the 200 situps program a try, since it's free and online. And maybe try to work the Self Magazine challenge, which I sign up for every year and never get past the first week of...
It's time for a change!
Posted by: sprite | March 20, 2009 at 11:34 AM
Oh, like Maryse I've been doing well since winter, but a new challenge for spring would be good!
Posted by: Danielle | March 20, 2009 at 12:16 PM
...um, I just made a batch of fresh marshmallows... I don't suppose today is the day for me to start a new regime!
I do really need to try to cut down on the desserts though, it's getting out of hand, and now that I'm a mom and nearing 30 (just a few months away) I feel that my golden metabolism is slowing.
That's not a promise to change, just a realization! ;-)
Posted by: Johanna | March 20, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Great job you guys!
Posted by: claudia | March 20, 2009 at 02:11 PM
I'm in too! I've been watching what I eat for a few weeks and have lost 3 lbs. but I sorely need to add exercise to my routine. Great idea!
Posted by: elizabeth | March 20, 2009 at 04:37 PM
Sign me up. I have so many events happening this spring, it sure would be nice to feel better about myself :)
Posted by: diane | March 20, 2009 at 04:59 PM
Yes, I am in- grumble grumble
Posted by: Carla | March 20, 2009 at 10:04 PM
What fun!
Posted by: Manise | March 20, 2009 at 10:55 PM
I'm joining but I'm banking on the random prize ;-) Putting the three together sounds like a HUGE number.
Posted by: Li_B | March 21, 2009 at 12:17 AM
I'm in, I need to get into better shape, I'd like to be able to keep up with the kids when school lets out.
Posted by: Enjay | March 21, 2009 at 01:31 AM
I'm totally in. Great idea!
Posted by: pumpkinmama | March 21, 2009 at 07:29 AM
Bookmarked this post and thought about this all day yesterday; checked out 200 situps and printed out their totally cool tracker; made a date to check out a Zumba class next week with a friend...
I'm off to weigh and measure... I guess that means I'm in.
; )
Posted by: Vicki | March 21, 2009 at 08:17 AM
I'm in! I think things like this work better with someone else (or a group) I'm much more motivated when I'm not alone.
Great idea!
Posted by: Stacey | March 21, 2009 at 08:32 AM
I'm in, I've been trying to get back into tri training anyway.....
Posted by: Steph | March 21, 2009 at 09:09 AM
I'm joining...now to get over my mountain of using the wii fit while the teenager watches me. ;op
Posted by: JessaLu | March 21, 2009 at 11:03 AM
This was meant for me - I just purchased a Wii today and have the Wii Fit on order. I also was just measured this morning (I've been doing a new eating program for about a month now). This is just the motivation I need to keep going!
What a great idea!
Posted by: Julie | March 21, 2009 at 12:01 PM
I need a boost to my "get healthy" goal. Count me in. Maybe I'll give myself a yarn reward!
Posted by: Cate | March 21, 2009 at 06:00 PM