Genesis Challenge Day 1, Week 3

“It is good to have an end to journey toward;

but it is the journey that matters, in the end”.

My gorgeous friend Marianne had her 2 week weigh in today and her results were incredible!!  A loss of 4.5kg and a total loss of 25cm (2cm off chest, 13cm off hips and 10cm off waist) - WOW!  This girl has worked her ghetto bootie off and deserves every bit of the amazing result - she really is an inspiration.  But, instead of being happy with these results she was beating herself up because she was hoping for more. 

Why do we insist on not appreciating the smaller steps that we need to take in order to get to our final destination?  Why can't we just enjoy the journey?

In conversation with Marianne and Kerriann today it came to my attention that I have not acknowledged that I am proud of how far I have come since losing my weight. 

For me I believe that this is because on one level I feel as though I cheated by taking the easy option and getting the lapband (even though I know that journey hasn't exactly been all roses) and also because I am still not content to just stay at this place that I am right now.

So anyway, it got me thinking and so this afternoon I spent some time reflecting on my Before Photos and some Photos of myself over the past couple years and whilst Yes, I am the first to admitt that I am still not 100% 'content' where I am now and so will still be striving to achieve my ultimate goals (in a way that I am proud off which is through bloody hard work and dedication), I am so much happier now than where I was then at 127.5kg, 110kg, 105kg, 100kg, 95kg, 90kg. 

I have lost a total of 56.5kg and even though I have put on weight again and am 10.5kg heavier I still achieved it and am nowhere near where I was.  I have covered an enormous distance on this journey and have got to experience what it feels like to lose an excessive amount of excess baggage that was holding me back (because I allowed it to).

I now realise that I should of acknowledged how great of an achievement it was to have lost what I had lost.  But, instead of taking pride in my accomplishments I took it for granted and beat myself up which led to distructive behaviour and self abuse. 

I write this in the hopes that I can stop people (including myself) from beating themselves over something that they should be proud of, so that they do take the time to reflect on the awesome acheivement and accomplisment that they have made - no matter how big or small.

Every step counts...

One step forward

Is a step in the right direction!!  

I am not this person anymore...

I am proud of my achievements...

I am happy to be where I am... 

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Genesis Challenge Weigh In, End of Week 2

This week I lost 1/2 kg which is a good loss considering my food intake increased. 

2 Week Weigh In Results:

• Lost 2kg
• Lost 1.3% of Body Fat
• Gained .7% of Skeletal Muscle
• Reduced by BMI

I am really happy with my progress so far but am very much looking forward to seeing further progress in the weeks to come. I am feeling confident about reaching my goals and cannot wait to see the new improved me at the end of it.

I am in the process of setting myself some target rewards which I will share once I have them properly sorted.  I am finding it to be a difficult process as I feel very selfish for rewarding myself with something when I already take time and money away from my family to go to the Gym.  I am trying to think of non monetary rewards but so far the things that make my heart flutter the most involve hard cash, so I have some work to do emotionally to allow myself to splurge on me and not feel guilty for it!   

I am only 1.6kg away from reaching my first goal of being under the 80kg mark again - I believe I can achieve this within the next 2 - 3 weeks.

My aim for Week 3 is:

• Minimum .6kg loss.
• Tighten nutrition
• Keep up exercise routine
• Balance Life and Gym better

I have to add how absolutely blessed I am to be taking this journey with my wonderfully supportive and inspirational besties Kerrianne and Marianne. Thank you both so much for kicking my butt when its needed, for pulling me up when I start beating myself up, for lending a shoulder when my barriers come down and for lending an ear even though I talk it off, I love you gals - go the Oooh Aaaah Sisters!!

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Genesis Challenge Day 6, 7, Week 2

Food and Exercise Diary HERE

Yesterdays combat session with Impact Fitness & Wellbeing was a really good and my heart rate was peaking throughout most of the session.  There was lots of running, punching and kicking but also lots of fun doing it which makes it even better. 

After the session JP and JT came back for a chat about nutrition which also resulted in me taking measurements and working out BMR's, BMI's and Goal Weights.  I have to say, that I really loved doing it and know that I have definately choosen the right field - I want to help people achieve their goals and the best part about it at the moment is that I get to achieve mine alongside them.  I am feeling so blessed with the awesome friendships that I am making and couldn't wipe the smile off my face all afternoon.

I had 7 at today's Yoga session and as always enjoyed the process, although I wish that I could of meditated for an hour longer but it was pure bliss while it lasted!

I did my shopping this afternoon so that I am all prepared for the week ahead.  The boys have some extra curricular activities this week which have been slotted into my already crazy schedule so its going to be a busy one.

Looking forward to sharing more with you soon.  Remember to think positive and to never give up!

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Genesis Challenge Day 5, Week 2 - REST DAY!

Food and Exercise Diary HERE

I worked out my BMR today and in order to lose between .5kg - 1kg per week I should having between 1455calories and 1955 calories.  This ofcourse will change when my weight changes and is based on my current level of exercise which is 3 - 5 intense 60 minute sessions per week.  Over the past 2 weeks my average daily calorie intake has been just under 1400 calories so I can afford to have some days where I take in a little more (healthy options ofcourse).

I gave a friend of mine some advise tonight and figured that I should make of note of it so that it can be reminder for myself also.

Losing weight is 80% Nutrition and 20% Exercise, Fueling the body correctly and adequately is just as important as putting petrol in your car. If your car is running on empty it is slow and sluggish, if you put the wrong fuel in then the same occurs. But when it has the right fuel it can run for miles and miles before its time to refill and if done in the proper manner it will just pick up where it left off.

Today was my exercise free day and my body is thanking me for it.  Tomorrow morning I have Combat and then on Sunday its Yoga.

I dread the weekends food wise but I am determined to stay strong and make healthly options - we are considering going to the movies tomorrow night so I have decided that we will make our own popcorn at home and take some water with us instead of going to the candy bar.  Not only will we save our hips but our pockets too.

Well that's it from me for now back to study I go - head down, bum up so the saying goes!

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