Poll
Question:
If we were to start a CAPTalk President's Challenge, would you participate?
Option 1: Yes
votes: 37
Option 2: No
votes: 15
So this was suggested in another thread. If the mods don't mind us using the CAPTalk name, I think it would be a great way for some of us to get out and motivate ourselves to shed off some pounds. (As I close up the bag of potato chips to go running).
Quote from: Tubacap on May 18, 2008, 04:07:48 PM
So this was suggested in another thread. If the mods don't mind us using the CAPTalk name, I think it would be a great way for some of us to get out and motivate ourselves to shed off some pounds. (As I close up the bag of potato chips to go running).
Money where mouth is time. I'll be in.
I've lost 30 pounds over the last couple of months and greatly increased my stamina, sure why not.
Sure, what the heck...
How would this be run? (no pun intended)
I'm not sure, as soon as I get the okay from the Mods to use the CAPTalk name, I'll set up the group and post as to how to join and participate.
The only thing I don't like about it is that you can't compare yourselves directly to other individuals unless you're the group owner. Then you can see everyone's results by name. Otherwise you can just compare yourself to the average results of the other members.
Tell you what. I have a little time this summer. I can run the administration side for you all. I already am on a physical regimin.
What say you all?
Count me in Will!! ;D
Oops... I mean, SIR!
I'm in, just give me a few weeks to recover from my car accident.
I needed some excuse to work out more often.
Upon further consideration... Maybe I should qualify my acceptance of said challenge thusly:
It depends on who the President is at the time! >:D
^ >:D ;D
I'll join in
I will get the group set up tonight at work, I will have details on CAPTalk later on.
Mod's - can we use the CAPTalk name?
If it's not copywrighted I don't see a problem
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 21, 2008, 02:49:50 PM
I will get the group set up tonight at work, I will have details on CAPTalk later on.
Mod's - can we use the CAPTalk name?
CadetProgramGuy, I am waiting for one Admin to respond via PM.
As far as it is not copywritten, it's just in good form to ask.
rog, will wait
I don't need to lose weight, but I don't like working out & would be happy to participate to that extent. I am highly supportive of programs like this for our adult members.
Quote from: Tubacap on May 21, 2008, 03:04:38 PM
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 21, 2008, 02:49:50 PM
I will get the group set up tonight at work, I will have details on CAPTalk later on.
Mod's - can we use the CAPTalk name?
CadetProgramGuy, I am waiting for one Admin to respond via PM.
As far as it is not copywritten, it's just in good form to ask.
Copyrights (not copywrites) are funny things - the laws are a bit more complex than you'd think, especially for electronic media. I would think that the board owner has copyrights whether he knows it or not. If he's smart, he'll make sure that he protects them.
GC
OK Folks......
Here's where we get started.....
Log into www.presidentschallenge.com
Here is the group Name and ID you need when you register on the site.
YOUR GROUP NAME IS: CT Challenge
YOUR GROUP ID NUMBER: 73065
YOUR GROUP PASSWORD: 00000
Goto www.presidentschallenge.com, click on login, not registered yet, and go at it.
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INVITATION TO JOIN YOUR GROUP
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YOU'RE INVITED TO JOIN THE PRESIDENT'S CHALLENGE!
CadetProgramGuy has started a group to take the President's Challenge together:
CT Challenge And you're invited to be part of it!
WHAT IS IT?
The President's Challenge is a series of programs designed to help improve anyone's activity level. Joining a group is a great way to make staying active easy.
To learn more about the President's Challenge, go to:
http://www.PresidentsChallenge.org
WHY JOIN?
Staying active with others can be a lot of fun. They'll help keep you motivated - even when you don't really feel like it. Groups are a great way to meet new people. There are even programs for people at different activity levels: the Active Lifestyle program aimed at beginners, and the Presidential Champions program for those who are already active.
Signing up for a group is simple. And there's no limit to how any you can belong to. You can join or leave at any time. All you have to do is register. It's quick, and there's no cost just to participate!
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HOW TO JOIN:
1) Go to http://www.PresidentsChallenge.org/login/register_individual.aspx
2) Fill out the registration form.
* Be sure to include the following info during registration *
Your Group ID Number: 73065
Your Group Member Number: CT Challenge
3) After registering, start logging your activities. As you log activities you'll be able to track your progress toward winning a President's Challenge Award or Medal.
Good luck!
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 25, 2008, 04:21:25 AM
OK Folks......
Here's where we get started.....
Log into www.presidentschallenge.com
Joined. Wonder if I can get to a 38R flightsuit?
Delta Charlie
Pylon
Flyerthom
Cadetprogramguy
Are all in......
Where's everyone else?
Joined, and ran this morning. Good luck everyone!
I'm in... A pair of cadets will be coming on board shortly (one will smoke everybody ;) !)
Signed up.
Just signed up. Thanks CadetProgramGuy!
160 Points for mowing the yard, and my yard is done!
Ok, I'm in now. Time to go work out so that I can blow you all away. I guess I should put down the pizza and donuts first.
I've joined.
I joined. Will start on Monday...
Hey, where does CPR fit log wise?
Trauma codes are not positive exercise :(
wear your **** seatbelt >:(
^ ^
Try listing it as aerobics or maybe even lifting/hauling! ;D
Now what's the deal?! I went on the site to check the competition... and somebody's showing over 22,000 points for two days???
Did they run a marathon while lifting weights and doing gymnastics????
Sweet, I'm in!
283 points for Memorial Day marching. I'll be making mega points for lifting/hauling - I deliver furniture for a living! Nothing burns those calories like carrying an Eiko bedroom set up three flights of stairs!
Quote from: DADx11 on May 26, 2008, 10:05:17 PM
Now what's the deal?! I went on the site to check the competition... and somebody's showing over 22,000 points for two days???
Did they run a marathon while lifting weights and doing gymnastics????
Current standings:
timmed 3930
badger bob 1755
DADx11 1366
Cadetprogramguy 1181
LIZ_92 1044
stillamarine 812
mikeylikey 812
flyerthom 696
jeders 552
Tubacap 380
Man, I need to work less and play more... SAREVAL this week, and I'm going to be in the EOC. argh for the weight.
Signed up, now to dust off the old bike. :)
Quote from: DADx11 on May 26, 2008, 10:05:17 PM
Now what's the deal?! I went on the site to check the competition... and somebody's showing over 22,000 points for two days???
Did they run a marathon while lifting weights and doing gymnastics????
One of the things that happened at my office when we did this was that the first time they looked at the numbers I was freakishly ahead of all the really fit people. Why? I'd been using it off and on for several years and had a ton of points already in the system. Depending on how you do the comparison, if someone was already participating in the Challenge, then all the points they've earned in the past are still there and put them way ahead of everyone else. You need to confine the comparison by date.
I'm in like Flynn
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 27, 2008, 04:30:55 AM
Quote from: DADx11 on May 26, 2008, 10:05:17 PM
Now what's the deal?! I went on the site to check the competition... and somebody's showing over 22,000 points for two days???
Did they run a marathon while lifting weights and doing gymnastics????
Current standings:
timmed 3930
badger bob 1755
DADx11 1366
Cadetprogramguy 1181
LIZ_92 1044
stillamarine 812
mikeylikey 812
flyerthom 696
jeders 552
Tubacap 380
I am in shape - round is a shape ;D
This all sounds like a lot of effort to me. Can I just take the written challenge? :D
Well, I got the heart pumping this evening, unfortunately it was because of incompetency of someone instead of physical exertion. I think I'll go running in the morning though.
Quote from: davedove on May 27, 2008, 07:26:01 PM
This all sounds like a lot of effort to me. Can I just take the written challenge? :D
ok......walk over to the library, get the Websters Unabridged dictionary. Walk 10 blocks to the computer store, write a 2 page paper on the weight of the book, walk back to the library.
:)
Latest Update.....
timmed 4114 - Side Note - He's a Gazelle..... runs walks..
mikeylikey 2098
LIZ_92 2016
DADx11 1831
badger bob 1755
Cadetprogramguy 1720
flyerthom 933
stillamarine 812
SARKID 653
jeders 552
Tubacap 380
lasupplyguy 184
Delta Charlie 162
mrmoen 73
K3BM NO POINTS
rwalsh NO POINTS
Pylon NO POINTS - Side Note - locking topics should be an activity......
For those interested in this Challenge, there is more than running / walking only that you can do to promote an active lifestyle. If fact if you look over this list you will find things on here that you already do. Such as Lawn Mowing, household chores, ect.....
Here is the list fo you all to see.
Aerobics
Archery
Badminton
Baseball
Basketball
Baton Twirling
Bicycling
Billiards
Bowling
Boxing/Kickboxing
Calisthenics
Canoeing
Cardio Machines
Cardio Tennis
Cheerleading
Children's Games
Circuit Training
Cricket
Croquet Cross
Country Skiing
Curling
Dancing
Darts
Diving
Downhill Skiing
Fencing
Field Hockey
Fishing
Foot Bag
Football
Frisbee
Gardening
Golf
Gymnastics
Handball
Hang Gliding
Hiking/Backpacking
Hockey
Home Repair
Horseback Riding
Horseshoe Pitching
Household Tasks
Hunting
Inline Skating
Jai Alai
Juggling
Kayaking
Lacrosse
Lawn Bowling
Lawn Mowing/Gardening
Lifting/Hauling
Marching
Martial Arts
Motor Cross
Mountain Biking
Mountain Climbing
Nintendo Wii (Sports)
Nordic Walking
Orienteering
Paddleball
Pedometer
Pilates
Polo
Racquetball
Rock Climbing
Roller Skating
Rope Jumping
Rowing
Rowing Machine
Rugby
Running
Sailing
Scuba Diving
Shuffleboard
Skateboarding
Skating
Ski Jumping
Skimobiling
Sky Diving
Sledding
Snorkeling
Snow Shoveling
Snowboarding
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Soccer
Softball
Squash
Stationary Bike
Stretching
Surfing
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tai Chi
Tennis
Track & Field
Trampoline
Trap & Skeet
Unicycling
Volleyball
Walking
Wallyball
Water Aerobics
Water Jogging
Water Polo
Water Skiing
Weight Training
Whitewater Rafting
Wrestling
Yoga
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 28, 2008, 06:15:21 AM
Latest Update.....
timmed 4114 - Side Note - He's a Gazelle..... runs walks..
mikeylikey 2098
LIZ_92 2016
DADx11 1831
badger bob 1755
Cadetprogramguy 1720
flyerthom 933
stillamarine 812
SARKID 653
jeders 552
Tubacap 380
lasupplyguy 184
Delta Charlie 162
mrmoen 73
K3BM NO POINTS
rwalsh NO POINTS
Pylon NO POINTS - Side Note - locking topics should be an activity......
Thats not even including the run/walk I did last night :p I try to walk/run at least an hour 5 nights a week, preferably every night, its too hot during the day.
I should get in there and put in that walk last night.
Mikey failed to run yesterday morning......something about being on CAPTALk for 3 hours seemed to sidetrack my mind. Weird.
I will do better later this week.
I just joined. Thanks CadetProgramGuy! I guess beer pong probably doesn't count as an activity, huh? >:D
Only if it's light beer. ;)
Busted my hump tearing off and replacing a roof today for 10.5 hrs. Shouldn't be up there quite as long tomorrow. My back is killing me, but hey, it racks up the points. If I get rejuvenated after supper I might go for a walk or bike ride - gotta stay ahead of my daughter! ;D
(I can't see keeping that up too long.... might do me in :-\ )
I walked the dog, and then I walked my son, and now I"m going for a walk with the wife. Unfortunately the last one is to the ice cream shop :).
Quote from: Tubacap on May 28, 2008, 10:10:02 PM
I walked the dog, and then I walked my son, and now I"m going for a walk with the wife. Unfortunately the last one is to the ice cream shop :).
The last one sounds like it ends the best to me.
Update on the ice cream shop... my son found some trucks and played, but pushing the Jeep stroller up the huge hill burned off the small cookie dough ice cream I'm sure.
The unfortunate thing is that two of my students brought me a cake... luckily, my wife hid it and banned me from eating it until tomorrow.
^ Was the cake chocolate?? Cause I think, chocolate cake has less calories than white cake. So you may be good there. As far as the ice cream, you worked hard for half the week, you deserve a reward on Hump-Day (WED) ;D
Quote from: mikeylikey on May 29, 2008, 02:39:09 AM
^ Was the cake chocolate?? Cause I think, chocolate cake has less calories than white cake. So you may be good there. As far as the ice cream, you worked hard for half the week, you deserve a reward on Hump-Day (WED) ;D
Beer and ice cream diet (http://www.ojar.com/view_11259.htm)
Has to be Guinness though (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3266819.stm)
Unfortunately, I don't like Guiness, and it is white cake.
Quote from: flyerthom on May 29, 2008, 04:10:18 AM
Quote from: mikeylikey on May 29, 2008, 02:39:09 AM
^ Was the cake chocolate?? Cause I think, chocolate cake has less calories than white cake. So you may be good there. As far as the ice cream, you worked hard for half the week, you deserve a reward on Hump-Day (WED) ;D
Beer and ice cream diet (http://www.ojar.com/view_11259.htm)
Has to be Guinness though (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3266819.stm)
Only problem is that those are two different kinds of calories. If I remember my freshman physics course correctly, the 6216 calories they lose by eating that dessert are real calories, the latent calories, though, are food Calories. 1 food Calorie equals 1 kilocalorie, or 1000 calories. So for the beer you take in 16 latent Calories, but only lose 1 Calorie. If only it could work that way.
EDIT:Just read the reply on there that explained it after writing my reply.
Quote from: jeders on May 29, 2008, 03:58:10 PM
Quote from: flyerthom on May 29, 2008, 04:10:18 AM
Quote from: mikeylikey on May 29, 2008, 02:39:09 AM
^ Was the cake chocolate?? Cause I think, chocolate cake has less calories than white cake. So you may be good there. As far as the ice cream, you worked hard for half the week, you deserve a reward on Hump-Day (WED) ;D
Beer and ice cream diet (http://www.ojar.com/view_11259.htm)
Has to be Guinness though (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/3266819.stm)
Only problem is that those are two different kinds of calories. If I remember my freshman physics course correctly, the 6216 calories they lose by eating that dessert are real calories, the latent calories, though, are food Calories. 1 food Calorie equals 1 kilocalorie, or 1000 calories. So for the beer you take in 16 latent Calories, but only lose 1 Calorie. If only it could work that way.
EDIT:Just read the reply on there that explained it after writing my reply.
Looks like the joke fell flatter than a collapsed cheese cake ;D
So I need an I pod for this. Until then here's a you tube workout sample
Tiltrotor tech (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3nGKUI5QVw)
Swiss Air Force (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb4K10UUPq0)
invincible (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJLCypVk1uQ)
Unwritten (http://youtube.com/watch?v=4lFXy5bIiSA)
the Change (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUPHPEeowLQ)
winds of change (http://youtube.com/watch?v=taVW8Kv2HcQ)
Never Let Go (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL7FWUMCOU8)
feels so good. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqmGvdN8P0I)
Proud to announce that I've lost 6lbs this month! I'm working my way down with a target 100lb weight loss.
^ Congrats. Every pound counts. This time next year you will be changed man.
The Latest.......
DADx11 8765
nedlee6 8630
LIZ_92 7216
timmed 4738
SARKID 3717
Cadetprogramguy 2682
mikeylikey 2098
flyerthom 2041
lasupplyguy 1967
badger bob 1755
stillamarine 1212
jeders 1139
Tubacap 700
tjaxe 392
Delta Charlie 162
K3BM 143
mrmoen 73
Pylon
riveraj
rwalsh
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on June 02, 2008, 03:50:09 AM
The Latest.......
Hey, thanks for doing the admin on this.
and Sarkid - good job on the weight loss! I haven't lost weight but my stationary bike speed is up almost 7mph.
Quote from: flyerthom on June 02, 2008, 05:13:07 AM
Hey, thanks for doing the admin on this.
and Sarkid - good job on the weight loss! I haven't lost weight but my stationary bike speed is up almost 7mph.
Heck this is easy. If everyone enters their data, It becomes really easy.
Thanks for the note tho......
So how do you count a Ground Team Sortie through pricker bushes where you get harassed by a crazy lady and then dive bombed by a giant goose?
Quote from: Tubacap on June 02, 2008, 01:44:47 PM
So how do you count a Ground Team Sortie through pricker bushes where you get harassed by a crazy lady and then dive bombed by a giant goose?
I heard you brught a team to the Pittsburgh area! ;D
Yep... it was a good time. I've had three missions this week. I have to do the mileage, but 1 to Pittsburgh Area, 1 to State College, and 1 to Williamsport areas. All are over 1 hour away.
Good times.
Quote from: Tubacap on June 02, 2008, 01:44:47 PM
So how do you count a Ground Team Sortie through pricker bushes where you get harassed by a crazy lady and then dive bombed by a giant goose?
I just entered it as "hiking/backpacking". That's about as close as I could find. The crazy lady and goose were just added bonuses ;D.
^good fit
Everybody keeping active and updating their points?
Quote from: ♠SARKID♠ on June 06, 2008, 03:31:19 AM
Everybody keeping active and updating their points?
Yup, haven't bothered to weigh myself but my stationary bike speed is up 10-15 mph and distance is up quite a bit. And also calorie burn has doubled.
I really gotta get on there and update it. I've been moving into a new house the last 3 days (that's gonna be great for points.....dang sleeper sofa!) and doing a lot of running to take a physical abilities test next week.
Quote from: stillamarine on June 07, 2008, 03:29:31 AM
I really gotta get on there and update it. I've been moving into a new house the last 3 days (that's gonna be great for points.....dang sleeper sofa!) and doing a lot of running to take a physical abilities test next week.
Sleepers are easy; try a Decoro electronic rocker recliner sofa up three flights of stairs (says the professional furniture deliveryman). Not that I'm complaining ;)
My father will be participating. He is a 2nd Lt in my squadron.
Okay. I went out and biked over the weekend and contributed my first physical activity to the challenge. Should be interested. Thanks for encouraging us to be more active!
I just scheduled an evening of racquetball with a friend. Man it's good to be on summer break!
Quote from: Tubacap on June 09, 2008, 10:35:01 PM
I just scheduled an evening of racquetball with a friend. Man it's good to be on summer break!
Second trauma code in two weeks. My arms are sore! Man I hate summer break ...
:angel: >:D
So, how is this going for everyone? Does anyone have the Bronze medal yet? If, not who has the highest amount of points?
Quote from: addo1 on June 13, 2008, 07:40:36 PM
So, how is this going for everyone? Does anyone have the Bronze medal yet? If, not who has the highest amount of points?
The group has only been active since the end of May. We've got a couple of weeks yet for an awards. That being said I'm on track and have completed three of the six weeks. My point level is a little below average but since I do 48 hour shifts and there's no gym at station I con only do stretching, walking and lifting/ hauling there. Of course when you're lifting and hauling 100 kilogram patients with ventilators ...
I am nowhere near the Bronze Award (I think I'm at like 16%), but I did go for a hike in the woods with my family that was awesome. I also just got an exercise ball that when I use it, I can actually do crunches without feeling like there is a knife in my back.
No matter the points, nor awards, this has been a motivator for me.
Yeah, this has definitely been a good motivator. Biked into to work this morning, rode around during the day, biked to lunch and biked to the bus station to get home. Golfed last night, and aiming to do some stuff this weekend. It really helps keeping track like this.
It's awesome when exercising and spending time with your family can happen at the same time!
My son Ben and I (http://picasaweb.google.com/cap401/BenAtHomeAndAtPlay/photo#5211395401671464082)
Quote from: flyerthom on June 10, 2008, 10:21:34 PM
Quote from: Tubacap on June 09, 2008, 10:35:01 PM
I just scheduled an evening of racquetball with a friend. Man it's good to be on summer break!
Second trauma code in two weeks. My arms are sore! Man I hate summer break ...
:angel: >:D
I'm working the next 3 nights in trauma. And it's Bonnaroo this weekend (modern day woodstock). So I feel ya. We had a great kickoff to trauma season (memorial day) with 3 TA's.
Status update? Hows everybody doing?
(In case you haven't noticed, I'm trying to keep on you guys to stay active!)
I was doing pretty well, then my back went into a spasm. Should be back on track in a day or two. Lost six pounds since the start though.
i am going to start doing it to but i started a couple of days ago i think i am doing pretty good so for but i got sick for about 3 days so i would of had alot more point if i wasnt sick
Quote from: ♠SARKID♠ on June 18, 2008, 12:06:58 AM
Status update? Hows everybody doing?
(In case you haven't noticed, I'm trying to keep on you guys to stay active!)
I love the activity, but I can't find enough time in my week for 5 days a week. 2 or 3 has been my norm recently. I'm riding my bike into work when the weather has cooperated, until I blew some tire on my way in Monday, replaced it, blew the new tire again on the way home. Need to get the bike looked at - so there goes my way of working exercise into a day where I otherwise wouldn't have time. :P
^check to make sure your brakes are aligned only on the metal part of the rims.
My activity level is doing pretty good. My updating of my activity level, however, is not doing so well.
My activity level has gone down abit, but I'm still losing weight, started around 220ish now 208 (weighing in again on Wednesday).
^What have you done?
My activities include, biking at around 17 mph, backpacking, working with an exercise ball (sounds odd, but will really kick your butt), and going to the gym and playing racquetball.
Been a while but here's the update:
DADx11 30777 (house work, yard work, ect....)
SARKID 20203 (Lifting / Hauling)
LIZ_92 18419 (running, biking)
nedlee6 16382 (Gazelle running fool)
mikeylikey 9144
lasupplyguy 8578
DougDra 7894
flyerthom 7344
Cadetprogramguy 7176
timmed 6650
Tubacap 4656
JohnDra 4286
LtCol Hooligan 3689
jeders 3355
K3BM 3086
CAPMAN 2915
Pylon 2262
badger bob 1755
stillamarine 1212
cadet-cmsgt 1022
edmo1 984
tjaxe 392
Delta Charlie 162
mrmoen 73
rwalsh 0
riveraj 0
Lots of new peeps, keep up the good work!!
Whooo! Not last! :D
Quote from: Tubacap on June 18, 2008, 10:54:38 AM
^What have you done?
My activities include, biking at around 17 mph, backpacking, working with an exercise ball (sounds odd, but will really kick your butt), and going to the gym and playing racquetball.
I've mainly been walking/running 2.67 miles a night, though its slacked off due to working on stuff for HGA. I've also been working around the house and mowing the lawn.
I burned myself out. Too much weekend partying, not enough Starbucks in the mornings, and JAG is on from 7-9AM, and the DVR decides to only record half the time. So my mornings are shot, I must eat lunch......and then by the time dinner rolls around I am too tired to do anything.
I didn't get in the Captalk group for the President's Challenge but I have been doing it this summer. (Is it too late?) I'm working as an archaeologist for the State of Illinois this summer and walking through some awful terrain for 10 hours a day. So it's easy for me to get my max of 750 points every day!
It's a great plan and I wish more Officers would do it. Or are we back to calling us Senior Members?
Quote from: winterg on June 19, 2008, 02:35:38 AM
I didn't get in the Captalk group for the President's Challenge but I have been doing it this summer. (Is it too late?) I'm working as an archaeologist for the State of Illinois this summer and walking through some awful terrain for 10 hours a day. So it's easy for me to get my max of 750 points every day!
It's a great plan and I wish more Officers would do it. Or are we back to calling us Senior Members?
Never to late to join us. After you get registered, you can back date 14 days of activity.
Quote from: mikeylikey on June 18, 2008, 10:46:03 PM
I burned myself out. Too much weekend partying, not enough Starbucks in the mornings, and JAG is on from 7-9AM, and the DVR decides to only record half the time. So my mornings are shot, I must eat lunch......and then by the time dinner rolls around I am too tired to do anything.
I post the names and scores only to help motivate, I don't do it to make anyone feel like they give less of an effort.
IOW, no excuses.....
Quote from: winterg on June 19, 2008, 02:35:38 AMOr are we back to calling us Senior Members?
We've never officially not been Senior Members. That advisory letter was intended primarily for external communications, and since HHMNBN is outta here, I think it's largely gone by the wayside.
Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on June 19, 2008, 03:34:43 AM
Quote from: winterg on June 19, 2008, 02:35:38 AM
I didn't get in the Captalk group for the President's Challenge but I have been doing it this summer. (Is it too late?) I'm working as an archaeologist for the State of Illinois this summer and walking through some awful terrain for 10 hours a day. So it's easy for me to get my max of 750 points every day!
It's a great plan and I wish more Officers would do it. Or are we back to calling us Senior Members?
Never to late to join us. After you get registered, you can back date 14 days of activity.
What's the Group number so I can join?Nevermind, As soon as I posted this I realized it was probably already on a previous post. Sorry for the
blonde Senior Member momment!
So what program is everyone here participating in? Active Lifestyle or Presidential Champions? Doing the Champions program here. I'm 44% to my bronze. Lost over ten pounds the last month.
Champions baby! We are all Champions in our own way........ :D
Just got my active lifestyle the other day, switching to champions shortly.
So one of the major problems we face often is hydration. This extends to exercise, and I hate all forms of getting water that I have had thus far (water bottle, glass, peon...) However, I just found this Camelbak Better Bottle (http://gadgets.boingboing.net/2008/01/23/camelbak-better-bott.html). These bottles have the same bite valve as the Camelbak bladders. Plus they are pressure equalized so no nasty splashback.
I have been drinking a ton more since getting this bottle!
I should probably clarify that I only drink water from this bottle.
Quote from: Tubacap on June 22, 2008, 01:39:29 PM
I should probably clarify that I only drink water from this bottle.
What else is there to drink form a water bottle? ;D
Quote from: mikeylikey on June 22, 2008, 01:45:42 PM
Quote from: Tubacap on June 22, 2008, 01:39:29 PM
I should probably clarify that I only drink water from this bottle.
What else is there to drink form a water bottle? ;D
Water with some fermented barley and hops?
Okay, so two chiropractor visits and my back is feeling a lot better. I'm down another two pounds for a total of 8 pounds total loss since the start of this.
How is everyone doing? I've also started not wanting to eat trashy foods... I don't know why, and it is kind of scary, but I'm starting to like things like salads and apples.
Been going 5 weeks now and feeling great. I've dropped 15 pounds and I'm getting a great tan! It helps that I log 15 miles or more a day walking in cornfields. My poor pedometer!
Are you Amish? Buy a tractor for pete's sake!
Quote from: winterg on June 27, 2008, 06:24:51 PM
It helps that I log 15 miles or more a day walking in cornfields.
I try to stay out of the cornfields ever since I watched
Children of the Corn back in 1987.
Quote from: RiverAux on June 27, 2008, 07:32:33 PM
Are you Amish? Buy a tractor for pete's sake!
LOL Actually, I'm an archaeologist. I work for the State of Illinois. We're currently doing a phase I pedestrian survey for the proposed Route 30 project, collecting surface artifacts and mapping historical and prehistoric sites for excavation ahead of construction. We've found some interesting things. Long, hot and dirty days in crappy terrain and crappy weather. Kinda feels like I'm back on active duty!
^That's cool. We flew into one of our local airports one time, and the end of the runway was all dug up. It turns out they were trying to expand the runway, but the archaeological survey found an old Indian village right where they were going to expand.
I don't know if they actually expanded it or not.
Quote from: Tubacap on June 28, 2008, 12:36:32 PM
^That's cool. We flew into one of our local airports one time, and the end of the runway was all dug up. It turns out they were trying to expand the runway, but the archaeological survey found an old Indian village right where they were going to expand.
I don't know if they actually expanded it or not.
Previous experience says do not disturb the natives.
"No sir, I don't know why the wings fall off of airplanes as soon as the fly over the new 18 expansion."
Quote from: ♠SARKID♠ on June 28, 2008, 07:36:57 PM
Quote from: Tubacap on June 28, 2008, 12:36:32 PM
^That's cool. We flew into one of our local airports one time, and the end of the runway was all dug up. It turns out they were trying to expand the runway, but the archaeological survey found an old Indian village right where they were going to expand.
I don't know if they actually expanded it or not.
Previous experience says do not disturb the natives.
"No sir, I don't know why the wings fall off of airplanes as soon as the fly over the new 18 expansion."
Actually, I can almost guarantee that the construction would go through. Archaeologists will remove and document everything as best as possible and construction will then proceed. Even with a site as historically significant as this one: http://www.archaeology.org/0707/abstracts/istanbul.html The show must go on.
It's great when a site is able to be preserved, but unfortunately there is usually no money to preserve or maintain sites and little money to be made from it. And if we were to preserve every native American site here in the states, it would leave us precious little room to grow.
Drift terminated.