Tuesday, January 8, 2013

30 By 30

This year I turn the BIG 3-0. My birthday isn't until August, which gives me motivation to get into shape by then. My goal is to lose 30 lbs. by 30. I know it's a lot, ad it's probably not realistic, but whatever. Might as well shoot high!

In December I did a weight loss competition at work and lost 11 lbs. in four weeks. I cut out sugar, ate healthy snacks every few hours, and tried to make sure dinner was the smallest meal of the day. It seemed to work. As of last week I got back on course after eating horribly during the holidays.

This time around I have two of my oldest friends joining me, Kathrin of Shop.School.Sleep. and Tiffany of Polka Dotted Cats.


We've been friends since junior high and we all turn 30 this year. To help motivate each other to be happy with our weight by our birthdays we are having a monthly contest: winner collects $5 from the others each month. Hopefully it's enough to hold each other accountable.

Wish us luck!

In other news, my last few days have consisted of pretty sunsets, necklaces, and nails + friends!



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26 comments:

  1. Jane {In The Pink & Green}January 8, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    I'd highly suggest exploring the Paleo diet! It may seem a little tough at first, but it really works/makes you feel great! My husband lost 55lbs in like 6 months eating that way! Best of luck! :)

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  2. MillsJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:30 AM

    The big 3-0 is tough, but also fun because usually there is a shitshow party involved!

    I love that you guys added a little gambling into the weight loss plan, def keeps motivation up.

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  3. jeandsJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:39 AM

    good luck to your goals. this inspires me to lose some pounds too before i hit 32! eeep!!

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  4. SusanJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    Ahhh 30. That was a tough one for me.
    I just watched an amazing documentary called Hungry for Change. Have a peek. Talks to no dieting but rather changing what/how we eat. Very cool.
    Good luck with your goals and Happy New Year! xo

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  5. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    You can do it! I hope you read that in Rob Schnider in the Water Boy's voice because that's how I said it. But seriously - awesome that you and your friends are in this together! And 30 is the new 20 :) rock it girl.
    xx

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  6. JosieJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    This is such a great idea -- I know you'll be great!
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  7. Blue Dog BelleJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Good luck love!!! You can do it!

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  8. MarieJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    You can do it!! Good luck!!!!

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  9. Jill @ Bluegrass BelleJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    11 lbs. lost is awesome! I am terrible about eating...got my working out down pat but eating. I need QUITE the re-vamp! Good luck on reaching your goals! :)

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  10. DSRJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Way to go on losing 11 pounds. So that means you only have 19 more to go, right?!

    I had a whole list of things to do by the time I turned 30, but embarrassingly didn't get to nearly any of them, so I removed it from my blog. Muahahaha.

    Keep up the good work...get that money from Tiffany and Kathrin!

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  11. Amanda || Eclectic SnapshotsJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    I love that you added a monthly winner to the mix! Good luck!

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  12. Tiffany January 9, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    YOU CAN DO IT! I know you can. Or else I'm taking all of your money!

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  13. RachelJanuary 9, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Hi there - new follower form the linkup! Love your blog & can't wait to read more! Hope you have a great day :)
    Rachel
    http://sugar-stripes.blogspot.com/

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  14. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    good luck - you can do it!!

    love love, Nicole

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  15. UnknownJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    great idea!- and u can totally do it - ps - 30 is THE best! - so embrace your 3-0! ... and i did the color run too - SO MUCH FUN!

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  16. Tiara | a Happy Healthy HomeJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    Good Luck! You can do it. I like to workout in the morning. That way i can't make excuses after work :)

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  17. Because Shanna Said SoJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I love that you three ladies are joining together. Having someone hold you accountable always helps!! I know that all three of you will rock it. And if you did it once....you can do it again. Losing 30 lbs by August is 100% do-able!!! I am cheering you on!!!!

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  18. Miss AngieJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    You have totally got this! :)

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  19. BeckyJanuary 9, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    I think August is obtainable!!! Good luck!

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  20. Wendy AnnabethJanuary 9, 2013 at 3:33 PM

    Love your blog! What an inspiration :) I'm now following you on GFC :)

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  21. MimiJanuary 9, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    this is a big year for you, leeann!!! i wish you all the best! :D

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  22. Redheaded DaybookJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    omgosh!
    i totally missed out on the color run this year because i got pregnant. but you look like you had Sooooooo much fun!

    Redheaded Daybook

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  23. CJanuary 12, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    I love that you guys are working together! And money is always a great motivator! I have a 30 pound goal this year too. We can do it!

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  24. UnknownJanuary 13, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Aw that's so cute that you've all been friends and now blog hehe

    Good luck!!

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  25. AmberJanuary 14, 2013 at 7:50 PM

    Oh I love the 30 by 30 idea. Especially the motivation you girls have set up for one another!

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  26. Crazy Shenanigans-JMOJanuary 15, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    You can do it!! Good luck!

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