I was brainstorming in regards to the Eden Lives Healthy club, and I had a few suggestions for activities, if you were open to listening? Feel free to let me know if I'm out of line.

So I was thinking that maybe it could be fun to hold competitions, so to speak. I have three different possibilities in mind at the moment that I'd like to run by you all: weight loss, exercise, and nutrition. There would be a specific thread for each particular competition. It could either occur monthly, or perhaps just once or twice a year. The idea behind this is that each of us would be competing with the other for the title of "Most lbs lost", "Most exercise minutes tracked", and "Most nutritious Meals Eaten". A calorie counter's thread would also be neat, for those of us who do so. There could certainly be a title for "Most days within calorie limit".

The winners each month (or competition period) could perhaps receive a small prize (such as a $10-$25 EF GC). This isn't strictly necessary, but it would be an awesome incentive for each of us to improve our health and daily lives in little ways! The best part is, even if you don't happen to win the title of "most xxx", you're still a winner for making those positive changes! Are you really going to grumble when you look back on the weight you've lost, the exercise you've completed, or the healthy food you've consumed? I sure as heck wouldn't! Those are all definitely still cause for celebration! And if you don't win one particular competition, there's always next time!

What do you think? Could this be done? See any promise in this idea? less

Sounds great but how can we make sure that everyone is being truthful with their reports? After the last health club meeting hosted by BBWTalksToys I was drinking a lot of water, eating more spinach and even walked a few days but I fell of the wagon. I know that I will only be cheating myself if I were to cheat and lie about my progress but you got to admit no one wants to look the one who is doing the least. Plus we all love gift cards less

I was brainstorming in regards to the Eden Lives Healthy club, and I had a few suggestions for activities, if you were open to listening? Feel free to let me know if I'm out of line.

So I was thinking that maybe it could be fun to hold competitions, so to speak. I have three different possibilities in mind at the moment that I'd like to run by you all: weight loss, exercise, and nutrition. There would be a specific thread for each particular competition. It could either occur monthly, or perhaps just once or twice a year. The idea behind this is that each of us would be competing with the other for the title of "Most lbs lost", "Most exercise minutes tracked", and "Most nutritious Meals Eaten". A calorie counter's thread would also be neat, for those of us who do so. There could certainly be a title for "Most days within calorie limit".

The winners each month (or competition period) could perhaps receive a small prize (such as a $10-$25 EF GC). This isn't strictly necessary, but it would be an awesome incentive for each of us to improve our health and daily lives in little ways! The best part is, even if you don't happen to win the title of "most xxx", you're still a winner for making those positive changes! Are you really going to grumble when you look back on the weight you've lost, the exercise you've completed, or the healthy food you've consumed? I sure as heck wouldn't! Those are all definitely still cause for celebration! And if you don't win one particular competition, there's always next time!

What do you think? Could this be done? See any promise in this idea? less

I like the idea of most minutes tracked or most nutritious meal. My one concern with a weight loss contest would be running the risk of someone taking extreme, unhealthy measures to win. But the fitness and nutrition are part of a healthy lifestyle. The weight loss (for those who are actually seeking to lose weight, not everyone in the club is) would just be icing on the cake.

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I like the idea of something like recipe for the tastiest healthy meal or most steps taken. Pedometers are cheap and easy and everyone is supposed to walk about 5 miles a day according to govt. recommendations for daily activity. When I worked for a university we tracked steps walked/miles run and would plot how far that would take us on a map (ie to The Great Wall of China or if we have enough people, the moon!)

Maybe instead of it being a contest it could be more like everyone who walks X number of steps in a given time frame can buy a t-shirt for a discount or get $5 off a toy.

BBW- When is the next club meeting and how does that work exactly? I'm still relatively new here and figuring that stuff out. less

Great idea. I feel like putting an emphasis on the health section would benefit, especially if more people start discussing since it will be good for them as well as others. Sharing ideas is always great, but sharing ideas about healthy foods, fitness, etc is even greater. Hopefully others postings can help motivate others. less