One thing I am a big sucker for is the "I deserve a treat, I did a huge workout this morning". Now that I am tracking my calories in MyFitnessPal (join me - LicoriceOlives), I can see that that "treat" has actually just taken away all my good work that I did in the gym! I could not have the treat and not do the workout and still be in the same boat.
I dont want to be in the same boat.
So, I have to stop rewarding myself with food and instead here are the different milestones I have set for myself and when I reach them I get a little reward of the non-food variety.
1 minute plank on my feet - new workout item (likely from Lululemon)
Run 5km without stopping - new lipstick
Under 80kg - pedicure and manicure
Lose 5kg - new workout item
Lose 10kg - to be decided
Lose 30cm from my measurements - workout headband
Lose 50cm from my measurements - new jewellery
50 days continuous food tracking - new work lunch box
There are a couple there that I am not sure about, but I am quite excited about all of them! I am really close to getting a few (like 50 days tracking and being under 80kg) but I know I can achieve them all!
How am I funding all these expenses? I pay myself a dollar every time I work out. If I burn over 1000 calories (or more than 2 hours) - I get $2! The idea came from a similar picture to this and it is a wonderful motivator!
Friday 22 February 2013
Planning ahead
Learnt a valuable lesson this week. Planning.
I know the 12WBT program goes on and on and on about planning everything and I definitely do but I was able to adapt to the planning quite readily this week and I am quite proud of myself.
So, as it goes, I was riding my bike to work on Monday all going well until about 10 minutes in when the rain started coming down, really hard. There were puddles all over the road, I was absolutely saturated and my brakes were becoming very slow and squeaky. So I did what any sensible beginner bike rider does - I turned around and went home. I only burnt 200 calories that morning, when I usually burn around 600 calories each way! So my big workout for the week was ruined and now I needed to reschedule my workout.
I went home (it was still only 6:20am) changed and showered and headed off to work, gym bag in hand and cardio workout planned for the afternoon that went off without a hitch and I ended up burning 659 calories in total on Monday.
Then Tuesday, so I tried again riding to work. It was a beautiful morning and a great ride until I made it to about mid-way up the large hill right near work where I was really struggling, so much that I had to get off the bike. I then found out that I had a slow leak and my tyre was almost flat. Not having a bike pump on hand at work I had to catch the train home and I did still manage to burn 905 calories including the walk from the station!
Lesson learned, it doesnt matter what you do as long as you get moving! Dont worry if things don't go to plan usually the extra effort of carrying a bag or riding up a big hill with a flat tyre will burn more calories!
I know the 12WBT program goes on and on and on about planning everything and I definitely do but I was able to adapt to the planning quite readily this week and I am quite proud of myself.
So, as it goes, I was riding my bike to work on Monday all going well until about 10 minutes in when the rain started coming down, really hard. There were puddles all over the road, I was absolutely saturated and my brakes were becoming very slow and squeaky. So I did what any sensible beginner bike rider does - I turned around and went home. I only burnt 200 calories that morning, when I usually burn around 600 calories each way! So my big workout for the week was ruined and now I needed to reschedule my workout.
I went home (it was still only 6:20am) changed and showered and headed off to work, gym bag in hand and cardio workout planned for the afternoon that went off without a hitch and I ended up burning 659 calories in total on Monday.
Then Tuesday, so I tried again riding to work. It was a beautiful morning and a great ride until I made it to about mid-way up the large hill right near work where I was really struggling, so much that I had to get off the bike. I then found out that I had a slow leak and my tyre was almost flat. Not having a bike pump on hand at work I had to catch the train home and I did still manage to burn 905 calories including the walk from the station!
Lesson learned, it doesnt matter what you do as long as you get moving! Dont worry if things don't go to plan usually the extra effort of carrying a bag or riding up a big hill with a flat tyre will burn more calories!
Thursday 21 February 2013
Thursday Check-in
Firstly, we are the champions!
Yes, the 2nd division mixed Wednesday night CHAMPIONS! Thats me front and centre with the blue t-shirt on under my singlet. Organised sports are an awesome way to keep fit!
Wednesday - Oztag game (320 calories)
Thursday - Strength workout (186 calories)
Friday - Rest (flew to Melbourne)
Saturday - Step Class plus 20 minutes cardio (833 calories)
Sunday - Rest
Meals were also pretty off this week, My fitness Pal tells me that I was 1200 net calories over my goal of 1200/day. So that should be no surprise that I have the results that I have with my weigh in. Comparing with last week MFP had me at 3304 under my net goal, which is a 4000 calorie difference!
Weight loss this week = +0.3kg (0.6lbs)
Total = 2kg (4.5lbs)
Yes, the 2nd division mixed Wednesday night CHAMPIONS! Thats me front and centre with the blue t-shirt on under my singlet. Organised sports are an awesome way to keep fit!
This week was a little rough, workout wise with such a sore hip early in the week
Monday
- Run (508 calories)
Tuesday -
Rest (went to physio)Wednesday - Oztag game (320 calories)
Thursday - Strength workout (186 calories)
Friday - Rest (flew to Melbourne)
Saturday - Step Class plus 20 minutes cardio (833 calories)
Sunday - Rest
Meals were also pretty off this week, My fitness Pal tells me that I was 1200 net calories over my goal of 1200/day. So that should be no surprise that I have the results that I have with my weigh in. Comparing with last week MFP had me at 3304 under my net goal, which is a 4000 calorie difference!
Weight loss this week = +0.3kg (0.6lbs)
Total = 2kg (4.5lbs)
Sunday 17 February 2013
A little hiccup
Also known as a little hippup - because my hip has been hurting. I thought it would just go away on its own but turns out it just wouldn't. I thought it was due to my new exercise of riding to work or from some long sessions of Oztag.
So off I hopped to my lovely physio and it turns out it is from both, well more specifically it is from not using my bottom enough. Excellent, easy fix! Although it did mean that I missed my workout on Tuesday and didnt ride to work on Monday (although I did still do the prescribed workout. I will leave it until tomorrow and hope it is feeling better then I will jump back into training and remember to really use my bum!
I feel like I am constantly at the physio, it doesnt hurt that she is a dear friend, however I can safely say *knock on wood* that I never get seriously hurt. I jump in and get fixed up as soon as possible so I dont cause any more injury. It also helps that I am a massive cry baby and won't push myself if something is hurting.
I also desperately want to get back working out, where I have been smashing the calories!
What is your go-to remedy for injury prevention?
So off I hopped to my lovely physio and it turns out it is from both, well more specifically it is from not using my bottom enough. Excellent, easy fix! Although it did mean that I missed my workout on Tuesday and didnt ride to work on Monday (although I did still do the prescribed workout. I will leave it until tomorrow and hope it is feeling better then I will jump back into training and remember to really use my bum!
I feel like I am constantly at the physio, it doesnt hurt that she is a dear friend, however I can safely say *knock on wood* that I never get seriously hurt. I jump in and get fixed up as soon as possible so I dont cause any more injury. It also helps that I am a massive cry baby and won't push myself if something is hurting.
I also desperately want to get back working out, where I have been smashing the calories!
What is your go-to remedy for injury prevention?
Thursday 14 February 2013
Thursday Check-in
Last week was a pretty easy week work wise and I absolutely nailed all my workouts. I was in Sydney all week so it definitely makes it easier!
I thought I would do a little round up of my workouts to show what I am up to each week and to make me realise why I was a little sore on Monday morning!.
Monday - fitness test: 1 km run, plank, wall hold, 1 min pushups and flexibility. Plus a 4km walk (484 calories)
Tuesday - Ride to work - 14km each way. (1477 calories)
Wednesday - Oztag game (433 calories)
Thursday - rest day
Friday - Cardio circuit at the gym (524 calories)
Saturday - Step Class plus 40 minutes cardio (1054 calories)
Sunday - Oztag training (919 calories)
Really looking forward to next week, I have an entire week in the office and I am already planning for my 3 riding to work days! Monday, Wednesday and Friday!
Meals were 100% on track for the week, with Meal Planning February, I was able to get some great planning ahead. I am also slowing working on Meal Prep Sunday (Meal Prep Monday whilst it sounds better, is so impractical) where I prepare as much as I can for the next few days, such as my breakfasts, some of my lunches, any vegetables etc. It really helps cut down the time in the mornings and at night to make meals!
Weight loss this week = -0.7kg (1.5lbs)
Total = 2.3kg (5lbs)
I have also discovered a new found love for Chobani yoghurt!
I thought I would do a little round up of my workouts to show what I am up to each week and to make me realise why I was a little sore on Monday morning!.
Monday - fitness test: 1 km run, plank, wall hold, 1 min pushups and flexibility. Plus a 4km walk (484 calories)
Tuesday - Ride to work - 14km each way. (1477 calories)
Wednesday - Oztag game (433 calories)
Thursday - rest day
Friday - Cardio circuit at the gym (524 calories)
Saturday - Step Class plus 40 minutes cardio (1054 calories)
Sunday - Oztag training (919 calories)
Really looking forward to next week, I have an entire week in the office and I am already planning for my 3 riding to work days! Monday, Wednesday and Friday!
Meals were 100% on track for the week, with Meal Planning February, I was able to get some great planning ahead. I am also slowing working on Meal Prep Sunday (Meal Prep Monday whilst it sounds better, is so impractical) where I prepare as much as I can for the next few days, such as my breakfasts, some of my lunches, any vegetables etc. It really helps cut down the time in the mornings and at night to make meals!
Weight loss this week = -0.7kg (1.5lbs)
Total = 2.3kg (5lbs)
I have also discovered a new found love for Chobani yoghurt!
Tuesday 12 February 2013
Michelle Bridges 12WBT Kick-off!
I am registered and ready to go! I have my heart rate monitor, my kitchen scales and a spotlessly clean kitchen. I also have a beautiful meal planner that sticks to our fridge from Kikki K and I am already meal prepping and planning.
Today is day 1 of a 12 week kick-start for me. Let's JFDI.
Today is day 1 of a 12 week kick-start for me. Let's JFDI.
Thursday 7 February 2013
Thusday Check-in
As a way of tracking my progress, I am planning on checking in on how I am going each Thursday after I do my "weigh-in-wednesday" and any events that are going on down here in Sydney!
Last week my meal planning was been all over the place with a work conference, although I did get a good workout in on Tuesday with a Harbour Bridge Climb - 1320 steps to get up there and an 800 calorie burn. What an amazing view too!
Weight Loss this week (30Jan2013-06Feb2013) - 0.9kg (2 lbs)
Total Weight Loss (since 07Jan2013) - 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Last week my meal planning was been all over the place with a work conference, although I did get a good workout in on Tuesday with a Harbour Bridge Climb - 1320 steps to get up there and an 800 calorie burn. What an amazing view too!
Some of my meals from last week included some staples and some amazing new low-calorie recipes. On advice from my doctor, a way of keeping things under control when I am away is to steer clear of breads/rice/pasta etc and avoid sugar and drink lots and lots of water. I also made sure that I walked every opportunity that I could and got some great walks in around the city.
This week was much better! I was able to do my beloved riding to work which is an amazing calorie burner! I ride both to and from work and usually average around 1400 calories - no wonder all those bike riders are so slim.
This week was much better! I was able to do my beloved riding to work which is an amazing calorie burner! I ride both to and from work and usually average around 1400 calories - no wonder all those bike riders are so slim.
Total Weight Loss (since 07Jan2013) - 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Monday 4 February 2013
Meal Planning Sunday
So, every Sunday I sit down and plan out our meals for the week ahead with input from my husband depending on what we are up to that week. I also plan out my workouts aswell but I don't hassle my husband about that one.
I use all the low fat recipes that we know and love and arrange them around our schedule for the week. Then I write up two shopping lists, one for Sunday and the other is usually Thursday but that varies depending on what our schedule looks like for the week.
I use this amazing Meal Planner note pad from Kikki K that I got for Christmas, it has a huge magnet on the back so it sits on the fridge all week.
This weeks plan for dinners is a little all over the place because we are out a few of the nights and I am riding to work Monday and Friday, so I can't take my lunch with me to work and I just grab a sandwich from the canteen.
Looking forward to next week when the 12WBT meal plans are released and my meal planning will become a lot more simple!
Do you meal plan?
I use all the low fat recipes that we know and love and arrange them around our schedule for the week. Then I write up two shopping lists, one for Sunday and the other is usually Thursday but that varies depending on what our schedule looks like for the week.
I use this amazing Meal Planner note pad from Kikki K that I got for Christmas, it has a huge magnet on the back so it sits on the fridge all week.
This weeks plan for dinners is a little all over the place because we are out a few of the nights and I am riding to work Monday and Friday, so I can't take my lunch with me to work and I just grab a sandwich from the canteen.
Looking forward to next week when the 12WBT meal plans are released and my meal planning will become a lot more simple!
Do you meal plan?
Friday 1 February 2013
Post wedding Weight!
Every Thursday I am going to be doing a check-in over at Fit for a Bride about losing my post-wedding weight. I will post the material here as well but pop on over to FFAB for great information including recipes, workouts, beauty advice and a good helping of wedding information in there too!
Hi, I am Sarah from Licorice & Olives and some of you may know me as Mrs Teaspoon from Weddingbee, which is how I "met" Sara! I have been beyond excited about the launch of FFAB for months, you see I have let things go a little since we got married back in September 2011.
One thing I have been doing though is baking and eating and cooking and eating and well, you get the idea. Basically just enjoying married life with my wonderful husband. So now it is time to crack down and get serious about this workout and nutrition thing.
Each week I will check in at FFAB and let you know how I am going with my health goals. You can also follow along with @LicoriceOlives on twitter and Instagram and LicoriceOlives on MyFitnessPal (pop FFAB in the request please).
Hi, I am Sarah from Licorice & Olives and some of you may know me as Mrs Teaspoon from Weddingbee, which is how I "met" Sara! I have been beyond excited about the launch of FFAB for months, you see I have let things go a little since we got married back in September 2011.
Photo courtesy of MMPhotos
Honeymoon time!
Since our wedding and too many pancakes on our honeymoon, I have been reasonably active. I ran a half-marathon in May 2012 that damn near killed me but I made it and I didn't come last.
One thing I have been doing though is baking and eating and cooking and eating and well, you get the idea. Basically just enjoying married life with my wonderful husband. So now it is time to crack down and get serious about this workout and nutrition thing.
Each week I will check in at FFAB and let you know how I am going with my health goals. You can also follow along with @LicoriceOlives on twitter and Instagram and LicoriceOlives on MyFitnessPal (pop FFAB in the request please).
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Friday 22 February 2013
Rewards
One thing I am a big sucker for is the "I deserve a treat, I did a huge workout this morning". Now that I am tracking my calories in MyFitnessPal (join me - LicoriceOlives), I can see that that "treat" has actually just taken away all my good work that I did in the gym! I could not have the treat and not do the workout and still be in the same boat.
I dont want to be in the same boat.
So, I have to stop rewarding myself with food and instead here are the different milestones I have set for myself and when I reach them I get a little reward of the non-food variety.
1 minute plank on my feet - new workout item (likely from Lululemon)
Run 5km without stopping - new lipstick
Under 80kg - pedicure and manicure
Lose 5kg - new workout item
Lose 10kg - to be decided
Lose 30cm from my measurements - workout headband
Lose 50cm from my measurements - new jewellery
50 days continuous food tracking - new work lunch box
There are a couple there that I am not sure about, but I am quite excited about all of them! I am really close to getting a few (like 50 days tracking and being under 80kg) but I know I can achieve them all!
How am I funding all these expenses? I pay myself a dollar every time I work out. If I burn over 1000 calories (or more than 2 hours) - I get $2! The idea came from a similar picture to this and it is a wonderful motivator!
I dont want to be in the same boat.
So, I have to stop rewarding myself with food and instead here are the different milestones I have set for myself and when I reach them I get a little reward of the non-food variety.
1 minute plank on my feet - new workout item (likely from Lululemon)
Run 5km without stopping - new lipstick
Under 80kg - pedicure and manicure
Lose 5kg - new workout item
Lose 10kg - to be decided
Lose 30cm from my measurements - workout headband
Lose 50cm from my measurements - new jewellery
50 days continuous food tracking - new work lunch box
There are a couple there that I am not sure about, but I am quite excited about all of them! I am really close to getting a few (like 50 days tracking and being under 80kg) but I know I can achieve them all!
How am I funding all these expenses? I pay myself a dollar every time I work out. If I burn over 1000 calories (or more than 2 hours) - I get $2! The idea came from a similar picture to this and it is a wonderful motivator!
Planning ahead
Learnt a valuable lesson this week. Planning.
I know the 12WBT program goes on and on and on about planning everything and I definitely do but I was able to adapt to the planning quite readily this week and I am quite proud of myself.
So, as it goes, I was riding my bike to work on Monday all going well until about 10 minutes in when the rain started coming down, really hard. There were puddles all over the road, I was absolutely saturated and my brakes were becoming very slow and squeaky. So I did what any sensible beginner bike rider does - I turned around and went home. I only burnt 200 calories that morning, when I usually burn around 600 calories each way! So my big workout for the week was ruined and now I needed to reschedule my workout.
I went home (it was still only 6:20am) changed and showered and headed off to work, gym bag in hand and cardio workout planned for the afternoon that went off without a hitch and I ended up burning 659 calories in total on Monday.
Then Tuesday, so I tried again riding to work. It was a beautiful morning and a great ride until I made it to about mid-way up the large hill right near work where I was really struggling, so much that I had to get off the bike. I then found out that I had a slow leak and my tyre was almost flat. Not having a bike pump on hand at work I had to catch the train home and I did still manage to burn 905 calories including the walk from the station!
Lesson learned, it doesnt matter what you do as long as you get moving! Dont worry if things don't go to plan usually the extra effort of carrying a bag or riding up a big hill with a flat tyre will burn more calories!
I know the 12WBT program goes on and on and on about planning everything and I definitely do but I was able to adapt to the planning quite readily this week and I am quite proud of myself.
So, as it goes, I was riding my bike to work on Monday all going well until about 10 minutes in when the rain started coming down, really hard. There were puddles all over the road, I was absolutely saturated and my brakes were becoming very slow and squeaky. So I did what any sensible beginner bike rider does - I turned around and went home. I only burnt 200 calories that morning, when I usually burn around 600 calories each way! So my big workout for the week was ruined and now I needed to reschedule my workout.
I went home (it was still only 6:20am) changed and showered and headed off to work, gym bag in hand and cardio workout planned for the afternoon that went off without a hitch and I ended up burning 659 calories in total on Monday.
Then Tuesday, so I tried again riding to work. It was a beautiful morning and a great ride until I made it to about mid-way up the large hill right near work where I was really struggling, so much that I had to get off the bike. I then found out that I had a slow leak and my tyre was almost flat. Not having a bike pump on hand at work I had to catch the train home and I did still manage to burn 905 calories including the walk from the station!
Lesson learned, it doesnt matter what you do as long as you get moving! Dont worry if things don't go to plan usually the extra effort of carrying a bag or riding up a big hill with a flat tyre will burn more calories!
Thursday 21 February 2013
Thursday Check-in
Firstly, we are the champions!
Yes, the 2nd division mixed Wednesday night CHAMPIONS! Thats me front and centre with the blue t-shirt on under my singlet. Organised sports are an awesome way to keep fit!
Wednesday - Oztag game (320 calories)
Thursday - Strength workout (186 calories)
Friday - Rest (flew to Melbourne)
Saturday - Step Class plus 20 minutes cardio (833 calories)
Sunday - Rest
Meals were also pretty off this week, My fitness Pal tells me that I was 1200 net calories over my goal of 1200/day. So that should be no surprise that I have the results that I have with my weigh in. Comparing with last week MFP had me at 3304 under my net goal, which is a 4000 calorie difference!
Weight loss this week = +0.3kg (0.6lbs)
Total = 2kg (4.5lbs)
Yes, the 2nd division mixed Wednesday night CHAMPIONS! Thats me front and centre with the blue t-shirt on under my singlet. Organised sports are an awesome way to keep fit!
This week was a little rough, workout wise with such a sore hip early in the week
Monday
- Run (508 calories)
Tuesday -
Rest (went to physio)Wednesday - Oztag game (320 calories)
Thursday - Strength workout (186 calories)
Friday - Rest (flew to Melbourne)
Saturday - Step Class plus 20 minutes cardio (833 calories)
Sunday - Rest
Meals were also pretty off this week, My fitness Pal tells me that I was 1200 net calories over my goal of 1200/day. So that should be no surprise that I have the results that I have with my weigh in. Comparing with last week MFP had me at 3304 under my net goal, which is a 4000 calorie difference!
Weight loss this week = +0.3kg (0.6lbs)
Total = 2kg (4.5lbs)
Sunday 17 February 2013
A little hiccup
Also known as a little hippup - because my hip has been hurting. I thought it would just go away on its own but turns out it just wouldn't. I thought it was due to my new exercise of riding to work or from some long sessions of Oztag.
So off I hopped to my lovely physio and it turns out it is from both, well more specifically it is from not using my bottom enough. Excellent, easy fix! Although it did mean that I missed my workout on Tuesday and didnt ride to work on Monday (although I did still do the prescribed workout. I will leave it until tomorrow and hope it is feeling better then I will jump back into training and remember to really use my bum!
I feel like I am constantly at the physio, it doesnt hurt that she is a dear friend, however I can safely say *knock on wood* that I never get seriously hurt. I jump in and get fixed up as soon as possible so I dont cause any more injury. It also helps that I am a massive cry baby and won't push myself if something is hurting.
I also desperately want to get back working out, where I have been smashing the calories!
What is your go-to remedy for injury prevention?
So off I hopped to my lovely physio and it turns out it is from both, well more specifically it is from not using my bottom enough. Excellent, easy fix! Although it did mean that I missed my workout on Tuesday and didnt ride to work on Monday (although I did still do the prescribed workout. I will leave it until tomorrow and hope it is feeling better then I will jump back into training and remember to really use my bum!
I feel like I am constantly at the physio, it doesnt hurt that she is a dear friend, however I can safely say *knock on wood* that I never get seriously hurt. I jump in and get fixed up as soon as possible so I dont cause any more injury. It also helps that I am a massive cry baby and won't push myself if something is hurting.
I also desperately want to get back working out, where I have been smashing the calories!
What is your go-to remedy for injury prevention?
Thursday 14 February 2013
Thursday Check-in
Last week was a pretty easy week work wise and I absolutely nailed all my workouts. I was in Sydney all week so it definitely makes it easier!
I thought I would do a little round up of my workouts to show what I am up to each week and to make me realise why I was a little sore on Monday morning!.
Monday - fitness test: 1 km run, plank, wall hold, 1 min pushups and flexibility. Plus a 4km walk (484 calories)
Tuesday - Ride to work - 14km each way. (1477 calories)
Wednesday - Oztag game (433 calories)
Thursday - rest day
Friday - Cardio circuit at the gym (524 calories)
Saturday - Step Class plus 40 minutes cardio (1054 calories)
Sunday - Oztag training (919 calories)
Really looking forward to next week, I have an entire week in the office and I am already planning for my 3 riding to work days! Monday, Wednesday and Friday!
Meals were 100% on track for the week, with Meal Planning February, I was able to get some great planning ahead. I am also slowing working on Meal Prep Sunday (Meal Prep Monday whilst it sounds better, is so impractical) where I prepare as much as I can for the next few days, such as my breakfasts, some of my lunches, any vegetables etc. It really helps cut down the time in the mornings and at night to make meals!
Weight loss this week = -0.7kg (1.5lbs)
Total = 2.3kg (5lbs)
I have also discovered a new found love for Chobani yoghurt!
I thought I would do a little round up of my workouts to show what I am up to each week and to make me realise why I was a little sore on Monday morning!.
Monday - fitness test: 1 km run, plank, wall hold, 1 min pushups and flexibility. Plus a 4km walk (484 calories)
Tuesday - Ride to work - 14km each way. (1477 calories)
Wednesday - Oztag game (433 calories)
Thursday - rest day
Friday - Cardio circuit at the gym (524 calories)
Saturday - Step Class plus 40 minutes cardio (1054 calories)
Sunday - Oztag training (919 calories)
Really looking forward to next week, I have an entire week in the office and I am already planning for my 3 riding to work days! Monday, Wednesday and Friday!
Meals were 100% on track for the week, with Meal Planning February, I was able to get some great planning ahead. I am also slowing working on Meal Prep Sunday (Meal Prep Monday whilst it sounds better, is so impractical) where I prepare as much as I can for the next few days, such as my breakfasts, some of my lunches, any vegetables etc. It really helps cut down the time in the mornings and at night to make meals!
Weight loss this week = -0.7kg (1.5lbs)
Total = 2.3kg (5lbs)
I have also discovered a new found love for Chobani yoghurt!
Tuesday 12 February 2013
Michelle Bridges 12WBT Kick-off!
I am registered and ready to go! I have my heart rate monitor, my kitchen scales and a spotlessly clean kitchen. I also have a beautiful meal planner that sticks to our fridge from Kikki K and I am already meal prepping and planning.
Today is day 1 of a 12 week kick-start for me. Let's JFDI.
Today is day 1 of a 12 week kick-start for me. Let's JFDI.
Thursday 7 February 2013
Thusday Check-in
As a way of tracking my progress, I am planning on checking in on how I am going each Thursday after I do my "weigh-in-wednesday" and any events that are going on down here in Sydney!
Last week my meal planning was been all over the place with a work conference, although I did get a good workout in on Tuesday with a Harbour Bridge Climb - 1320 steps to get up there and an 800 calorie burn. What an amazing view too!
Weight Loss this week (30Jan2013-06Feb2013) - 0.9kg (2 lbs)
Total Weight Loss (since 07Jan2013) - 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Last week my meal planning was been all over the place with a work conference, although I did get a good workout in on Tuesday with a Harbour Bridge Climb - 1320 steps to get up there and an 800 calorie burn. What an amazing view too!
Some of my meals from last week included some staples and some amazing new low-calorie recipes. On advice from my doctor, a way of keeping things under control when I am away is to steer clear of breads/rice/pasta etc and avoid sugar and drink lots and lots of water. I also made sure that I walked every opportunity that I could and got some great walks in around the city.
This week was much better! I was able to do my beloved riding to work which is an amazing calorie burner! I ride both to and from work and usually average around 1400 calories - no wonder all those bike riders are so slim.
This week was much better! I was able to do my beloved riding to work which is an amazing calorie burner! I ride both to and from work and usually average around 1400 calories - no wonder all those bike riders are so slim.
Total Weight Loss (since 07Jan2013) - 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs)
Monday 4 February 2013
Meal Planning Sunday
So, every Sunday I sit down and plan out our meals for the week ahead with input from my husband depending on what we are up to that week. I also plan out my workouts aswell but I don't hassle my husband about that one.
I use all the low fat recipes that we know and love and arrange them around our schedule for the week. Then I write up two shopping lists, one for Sunday and the other is usually Thursday but that varies depending on what our schedule looks like for the week.
I use this amazing Meal Planner note pad from Kikki K that I got for Christmas, it has a huge magnet on the back so it sits on the fridge all week.
This weeks plan for dinners is a little all over the place because we are out a few of the nights and I am riding to work Monday and Friday, so I can't take my lunch with me to work and I just grab a sandwich from the canteen.
Looking forward to next week when the 12WBT meal plans are released and my meal planning will become a lot more simple!
Do you meal plan?
I use all the low fat recipes that we know and love and arrange them around our schedule for the week. Then I write up two shopping lists, one for Sunday and the other is usually Thursday but that varies depending on what our schedule looks like for the week.
I use this amazing Meal Planner note pad from Kikki K that I got for Christmas, it has a huge magnet on the back so it sits on the fridge all week.
This weeks plan for dinners is a little all over the place because we are out a few of the nights and I am riding to work Monday and Friday, so I can't take my lunch with me to work and I just grab a sandwich from the canteen.
Looking forward to next week when the 12WBT meal plans are released and my meal planning will become a lot more simple!
Do you meal plan?
Friday 1 February 2013
Post wedding Weight!
Every Thursday I am going to be doing a check-in over at Fit for a Bride about losing my post-wedding weight. I will post the material here as well but pop on over to FFAB for great information including recipes, workouts, beauty advice and a good helping of wedding information in there too!
Hi, I am Sarah from Licorice & Olives and some of you may know me as Mrs Teaspoon from Weddingbee, which is how I "met" Sara! I have been beyond excited about the launch of FFAB for months, you see I have let things go a little since we got married back in September 2011.
One thing I have been doing though is baking and eating and cooking and eating and well, you get the idea. Basically just enjoying married life with my wonderful husband. So now it is time to crack down and get serious about this workout and nutrition thing.
Each week I will check in at FFAB and let you know how I am going with my health goals. You can also follow along with @LicoriceOlives on twitter and Instagram and LicoriceOlives on MyFitnessPal (pop FFAB in the request please).
Hi, I am Sarah from Licorice & Olives and some of you may know me as Mrs Teaspoon from Weddingbee, which is how I "met" Sara! I have been beyond excited about the launch of FFAB for months, you see I have let things go a little since we got married back in September 2011.
Photo courtesy of MMPhotos
Honeymoon time!
Since our wedding and too many pancakes on our honeymoon, I have been reasonably active. I ran a half-marathon in May 2012 that damn near killed me but I made it and I didn't come last.
One thing I have been doing though is baking and eating and cooking and eating and well, you get the idea. Basically just enjoying married life with my wonderful husband. So now it is time to crack down and get serious about this workout and nutrition thing.
Each week I will check in at FFAB and let you know how I am going with my health goals. You can also follow along with @LicoriceOlives on twitter and Instagram and LicoriceOlives on MyFitnessPal (pop FFAB in the request please).
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