Phase 1 Completed
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know that I went on vacation and saw my mom just a few weeks ago (beginning of October). After eating what I wanted but still getting my steps in and water intake in, I decided that starting the day after we got back I wanted to take the next 75 days (October 10-December 23) to reset and get back on track before the end of the year.
I did a prephase (October 10-13) where I just walked every day for no amount of time, drank 2-4 bottles of water, and just got myself prepped for when school started again.
My daughter was on fall break (9/29-10/13). Once she was back in school, the real work would behind. I am doing three phases, to which the first phase I just completed.
First phase was just getting back into the habits I’d developed over the summer. The rules are in the images above as well as the phase dates. This first phase was rebuilding habits; strength training, steps, water, reading, daily chores, and calorie deficit + mindful eating with a optional fasting (which I didn’t do cause events kept changing and happening that I didn’t know or expect before school started).
This second phase, now that the habits have stuck, is about continuing and staying disciplined plus a bit of a cut. My body weight goal is 175 or less with body fat 25% or less. I’m right there with the weight thanks to the first phase so now I’m gonna work on the body fat. If all goes well the last phase will be toning and maintaining but we will see. I’m taking things one day at a time.
I by no means have been 1000000% consistent with every rule (October 29&30 I didn’t meet my steps or do a walk but I exceeded both October 31 thanks to trick or treating):
I hope this helps! Leave a ❤️🔥 in the comments if it helps or if you’re interested in following along with phase 2.
#75daychallenge #weightlossandfatloss #reset #BetterMe #youcandoit
Embarking on a structured multi-phase challenge like this 75-day reset can be incredibly effective for those looking to rebuild or improve their health habits. Phase 1, which focuses on reestablishing consistency, is critical because it sets the foundation for sustainable progress. During this initial phase, the emphasis on drinking 64 ounces of water daily helps hydration—a key factor in metabolism and overall well-being. Including mindful eating and maintaining a calorie deficit encourages awareness around food choices without extreme restrictions, which helps foster a positive relationship with eating. Walking daily with a step goal of 5,000 to 6,000 steps not only supports cardiovascular health but also gently increases daily movement without overwhelming someone new to regular exercise. Strength training sessions every other day of 10-15 minutes build muscle tone and metabolism, pivotal for fat loss and strength gains. Additionally, incorporating reading and daily chores creates a routine that supports mental and physical health with achievable benchmarks. Optional intermittent fasting (14:10) introduced here adds flexibility and allows participants to tailor the challenge to their preferences or schedules. The phased approach—starting with habit rebuilding, then moving to fat loss and strength, and finally focusing on toning and maintenance—mirrors best practices in behavior change and fitness programming. It's encouraging to see realistic goal setting, such as aiming for 175 pounds or less and a body fat percentage of 25% or less, while recognizing that consistency over perfection is the key. Challenges like occasional missed days due to life events are normal and expected, underlining that flexibility and self-compassion are essential for long-term success. Celebrating small victories, like exceeding step goals after a missed day, reinforces motivation. If you’re considering a similar reset or habit-building plan, try to incorporate incremental goals, track progress with weigh-ins or photos, and use community support such as hashtags (#75daychallenge, #weightlossandfatloss) to stay motivated. Keep in mind that hydration, balanced nutrition, strength, and movement, combined with mindful practices, provide a holistic approach that not only helps physical changes but also improves mental and emotional health throughout the journey.
