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Introducing the 2013 HMR Triple Imperative Challenge



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The days are getting longer… the weather’s getting warmer… the birds are singing. Looks like it’s that time of year again for… The HMR Triple Imperative® (TI) Challenge!

 

Every year, HMR sponsors The TI Challenge for Phase 2 participants, which is designed to help you build and sustain momentum with your healthy behaviors—just in time for summer! If you already participate in a Phase 2 class, you’re probably already hearing about the TI Challenge. If not, read on for some background on the Challenge and to learn how you can get involved.

The Phase 2 Triple Imperative Challenge focuses on the three core health behaviors of the HMR Program (what we call the Triple Imperative):

 

  1. Physical activity (2,000 calories per week)
  2. Vegetables and fruits (35 full-cup servings/week)
  3. Meal replacements (14/week)


So we challenge YOU to meet “the Triple” every week for the next 5 weeks. And if you are already doing that on a regular basis, use the Challenge to push yourself into your “Stretch Zone”, by setting higher goals. You just might find that you are getting even better results for your efforts.

Here are some strategies to help you pull this off:

  • Set midweek and weekly goals. (More is better!)
  • Make plans.
  • Keep records. Tracking your MR/VF/PA, along with daily subtotaling, will help you see where you’re at and what you still need to do to meet your weekly goals. Record keeping forms can be found here.
  • Find a buddy. It’s always easier to fit exercise in or eat healthy if you’ve got someone doing it with you!
  • Identify some new recipes to try. Check out the HMRdiet Recipe Finder for some inspiration.
  • Make some back-up plans for your physical activity. For example, if it’s raining when you’ve planned to walk, you should have a Plan B (e.g., Try an exercise DVD, do a series of sit-ups/push-ups/squats/lunges, or head to the gym). Click here for more strategies for getting active.


Good luck! We’d love to hear how you’re doing, so join us over in the HMRdiet Forum for accountability, inspiration and ideas!
 

 

by JessieDavenport on 04/22/2013 | Share Story With a Friend

tags: HMR, motivation, planning, strategies

About the Author

JessieDavenport

Jessie has worked at HMR since 1999, helping to develop video content for trainings and the web, and program materials for HMR Programs nationwide. She is a modern-day Girl About Town, on a mission to spread the word about good health as a vital part of good living.

Comments (2) Post a comment
Oh yeah! Bring it on!
by JessieDavenport on 04/24/2013
I'm in - let's go - we can do this!!!
by Ozarkdi on 04/24/2013