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7/25 Accountability Log & a goal plan

July 26th, 2007 at 03:47 am

Spending 7/25:

$20 - Copay doctor's visit (deducted from FSA account)

$4.16 - Walgreens - rasins (snacks for work), 2 candybars, a bag of almonds

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Goal Plan --
I'm really wanting the Fluidity bar. The two main things that make me reluctant to get it are (1) Cost of $250 and (2) Whether or not I'll really keep up with my exercsie enough to justify it.

So, I've decided that I'm going to "earn" it by proving to myself that I will keep up my exercise consistentally.

Each 30 minute cardio session will be worth $5. Every time I complete at least 5 30 minute cardio sessions in one week (7 days) I will earn a $5 bonus.

Each 20 minute Strength Training session will earn $5. Every time I complete 3 sessions in an 8 day period, I will earn a $5 bonus.

If I earn about $50 per week, I will reach my goal in about 5 weeks.

In addition to my money goal, I need to also lose 12 pounds and keep them off for at least 2 weeks.

So, I figure that within 7 - 8 weeks I will be ready to order the bar and will feel like it has been well earned.

*There is a 30 day return policy on this, so if for some reason it turns out that its not what I think it is, or I'm not really using it, I *will* return it.

*This plan also gives me a lot of time to figure out if this is something I *really* want to spend my money on or not. I have a coworker who has one all ready, and I plan on asking her if I can try hers out sometime soon.

3 Responses to “7/25 Accountability Log & a goal plan”

  1. ceejay74 Says:
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    Now THAT is the best idea I've ever heard concerning a fitness purchase! Most people who want to get fit (including me) usually get caught up in a tool they think will be the "magic bullet," but when they get it, they're not prepared to commit to using it. You're showing your commitment to a new lifestyle BEFORE buying the magic bullet.

    Let us know how it goes!

  2. scfr Says:
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    That sounds like a great plan, to earn your purchase!!!

    In the meantime, don't forget to peruse Craigslist, eBay, etc, to see if you can find it someplace else for a lower price.

  3. frugaltexan75 Says:
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    Thanks! My coworker said she'd be more than happy to let me check it out. I also did some searching last night to find out what kind of reviews it had - they were kind of mixed. So, I'm glad I'll have a chance to try it before making the final decision to buy it.

    I am also planning on checking on Craigslist, etc for one as well -- but even if I can get it a lot cheaper, I am still going to keep the $250 pricetag for earning purposes. Smile

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