I have been very organised lately and planning my meals at the start of the day or even the night before. Doing this I know what I am doing and leaving nothing to chance. I am weighing my protein portions to my requirements and the amount of salmon I need to eat is remarkable. Weighing really opens your eyes up to just how much or how little you need.
I went to training yesterday morning to do upperbody lifting. Josh said remember 'every rep counts'.As I was working on improving my breathing and form with each lift I didn't give this a lot of thought until later. That was when I realised what an important statement this was, not just in lifting but in life in general. Every day, every action I take is an important step in this journey towards not only my fitness and body composition goals but also in working towards my other goals. Every action I do or not do is important to my overall plan.
At work yesterday one of the girls said to me 'how long are you going to keep all this up' referring to my training and shakes. I actually looked at her and said this is my lifestyle now, it doesn't stop and I really meant it. Her reply 'but those shakes can't really be nice, can they?' so all she was really focused on was my afternoon tea shake because it was different, as she was scoffing some high fat junk food. At one time I may have missed having that kind of food but now it just doesn't bother me. As the girls sat eating nachos at dinner last night all I could think of was look at all that fat in the cheese etc. At the time I was eating salmon and vegies, very nice!
Leaner
Treena
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Finding support and Sticking to the Plan
Well after my success in overcoming obstacles I had a couple of down days. This was due to rude people, unsupportive family members, and finally waking up to how much a couple of people have been using me lately. Usually at this point I turn to comfort food, the type that is definitely not on my new eating plan. Then I remembered something my trainer said to me last week 'the only two things you can control is your eating and your training'. He was right no matter what others are doing to me eating poorly isn't going to affect them in any way but would ruin all the effort I have put in to becoming a leaner healthier version of me. So I have continued on eating according to my plan. No junk has gone into this body.
I have to say that yesterday the last thing I wanted to do was go train all I wanted to do was curl up in bed and tell the world to go away! Yet off to training I went and after a hard leg session and some more nutritional information I felt much better. Must have been the endorphins and the great company of Josh and Clare. Even though Clare wouldn't play understudy for my lunges, lol.
This morning I went to Metabolic Blitz training and the group were very supportive and for that I am grateful. Thanks gang :-). After a killer leg workout yesterday this morning was lunges and squat jumps with push ups and sprints. It didn't take long for my legs to burn but I kept focused. I also do not do star jumps so much to the amusement of others I did psuedo star jumps (bit like step aerobics). At least I did something at that spot.
Here is to a great week. I have Nail Can Hill Race coming up so that should be fun. I don't plan on winning it, I will leave that to my other team mates but I will try hard to smash my previous time of 97mins.
Leaner
Treena
I have to say that yesterday the last thing I wanted to do was go train all I wanted to do was curl up in bed and tell the world to go away! Yet off to training I went and after a hard leg session and some more nutritional information I felt much better. Must have been the endorphins and the great company of Josh and Clare. Even though Clare wouldn't play understudy for my lunges, lol.
This morning I went to Metabolic Blitz training and the group were very supportive and for that I am grateful. Thanks gang :-). After a killer leg workout yesterday this morning was lunges and squat jumps with push ups and sprints. It didn't take long for my legs to burn but I kept focused. I also do not do star jumps so much to the amusement of others I did psuedo star jumps (bit like step aerobics). At least I did something at that spot.
Here is to a great week. I have Nail Can Hill Race coming up so that should be fun. I don't plan on winning it, I will leave that to my other team mates but I will try hard to smash my previous time of 97mins.
Leaner
Treena
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Overcoming Obstacles
I knew today was going to be interesting and have several obstacles to overcome.
The first obstacle was the Easter Bunny and all that chocolate that is delivered to dads and children. I left a note requesting my Easter eggs to be given to someone who really needs them so that would mean no eggs for me. Problem solved or so I thought but I didn't count on my daughter and husband. My daughter took her mini solid eggs and rubbed them on my cheek asking me if I wanted one, taunting me to throw my nutrition plan out the window. I told her to take them away and to never do it again! Shortly afterwards my hubby came out with a Cadbury egg and held a piece close to my face offering it to me. My response to him was a little more blunt and rude. So obviously supporting my efforts is not important on Easter Sunday!
The second obstacle was Erik's birthday party. Plenty of chips and chocolates. I took my pepsi max, a shake and water. As we had his party in the park I went for walks around the park to keep my mind focused on great nutrition. So I enjoyed my shake whilst they ate the birthday cake and sipped on my drinks whilst I was around the chocolate and chips. So far so good but I knew that I still had the buffet meal to come.
The third and final obstacle I had was the buffet. This is normally very hard for me as I have a sweet tooth and love desserts. So tonight I did not even acknowledge the dessert section and I focused on the vegetables and proteins. I loaded my plate up with beans, broccoli (lots), cucumber, carrot, salad onion, baby corn and topped it all off with a serve of beef. I ate it slowly whilst my family had their meals and desserts. I had my fish oil tablets in my bag so that made the whole meal very precise. As I walked out with the family I couldn't help but feel wonderful that I had actually not strayed or even felt tempted. A big breakthrough for me:)
I have now proven to myself that I can do anything I really set my mind on. I have really struggled in the past with belief in myself. I know at times I have been my own worst enemy with doubting my ability to achieve things for example getting rid of the fat, improving my self through further education, improving my fitness and even when I was trying to get my drivers licence. So to not fall at the obstacles today has boosted my self confidence big time! I feel fantastic!
Leaner
Treena
The first obstacle was the Easter Bunny and all that chocolate that is delivered to dads and children. I left a note requesting my Easter eggs to be given to someone who really needs them so that would mean no eggs for me. Problem solved or so I thought but I didn't count on my daughter and husband. My daughter took her mini solid eggs and rubbed them on my cheek asking me if I wanted one, taunting me to throw my nutrition plan out the window. I told her to take them away and to never do it again! Shortly afterwards my hubby came out with a Cadbury egg and held a piece close to my face offering it to me. My response to him was a little more blunt and rude. So obviously supporting my efforts is not important on Easter Sunday!
The second obstacle was Erik's birthday party. Plenty of chips and chocolates. I took my pepsi max, a shake and water. As we had his party in the park I went for walks around the park to keep my mind focused on great nutrition. So I enjoyed my shake whilst they ate the birthday cake and sipped on my drinks whilst I was around the chocolate and chips. So far so good but I knew that I still had the buffet meal to come.
The third and final obstacle I had was the buffet. This is normally very hard for me as I have a sweet tooth and love desserts. So tonight I did not even acknowledge the dessert section and I focused on the vegetables and proteins. I loaded my plate up with beans, broccoli (lots), cucumber, carrot, salad onion, baby corn and topped it all off with a serve of beef. I ate it slowly whilst my family had their meals and desserts. I had my fish oil tablets in my bag so that made the whole meal very precise. As I walked out with the family I couldn't help but feel wonderful that I had actually not strayed or even felt tempted. A big breakthrough for me:)
I have now proven to myself that I can do anything I really set my mind on. I have really struggled in the past with belief in myself. I know at times I have been my own worst enemy with doubting my ability to achieve things for example getting rid of the fat, improving my self through further education, improving my fitness and even when I was trying to get my drivers licence. So to not fall at the obstacles today has boosted my self confidence big time! I feel fantastic!
Leaner
Treena
Friday, April 22, 2011
Accountability
Almost two weeks into this latest 12 week goal period and I am so happy with my results to this point. I can see and feel changes in my body, my mindset and my fitness. I tried on a pair of size 12 jean shorts that I have not been able to wear for years and they fit! Ok so i had a bit of a muffin top but they did up! That is progress. My work pants are feeling so much looser and are looking a bit baggy in the legs and butt region.
Lots of chocolate at work and I am not even tempted. Even when it is sitting in our medication preparation room I am not tempted! I have worked to hard to throw it away on a momentary taste sensation. I will let the other staff enjoy them.
My trainer said to me the other day that a blog is one way to be more accountable but if you omit any errors in nutrition then it is ineffective. I thought about this statement and then it occurred to me that if i did make unwise choices and not record them here then I still would know. So regardless, I am always accountable to myself and if I don't tell on here, in my heart I will still know that I have let myself down. I hope that makes sense.
Today in training I pushed myself hard and all I could hear over the trainer was the sound of my breathing, quite noisy. It took awhile for me to fully recover in the cooldown. Great workout! Skipping is not my best activity. Some of the Blitzers are very good at skipping, I may get better at it. Will have to get lessons from my children. They will find it very amusing I am sure, lol.
So things are going well and I am excited
Leaner
Treena
Lots of chocolate at work and I am not even tempted. Even when it is sitting in our medication preparation room I am not tempted! I have worked to hard to throw it away on a momentary taste sensation. I will let the other staff enjoy them.
My trainer said to me the other day that a blog is one way to be more accountable but if you omit any errors in nutrition then it is ineffective. I thought about this statement and then it occurred to me that if i did make unwise choices and not record them here then I still would know. So regardless, I am always accountable to myself and if I don't tell on here, in my heart I will still know that I have let myself down. I hope that makes sense.
Today in training I pushed myself hard and all I could hear over the trainer was the sound of my breathing, quite noisy. It took awhile for me to fully recover in the cooldown. Great workout! Skipping is not my best activity. Some of the Blitzers are very good at skipping, I may get better at it. Will have to get lessons from my children. They will find it very amusing I am sure, lol.
So things are going well and I am excited
Leaner
Treena
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Bench Press, Nutrition and Easter is coming!
I am feeling really good. I have remained focused with my nutrition and after my nutrition session yesterday there is more to learn. I have found that when Josh says 'my hands are here' during a bench press he isn't kidding. I gave him an adrenaline kick when my body went I've had enough and my arms just dropped. He caught the bar before it could do any damage to my face or chest and I am eternally grateful.
Since Josh has started training me I have to say I am sore which means my body is changing. In fact I quite enjoy this feeling as I am excited to see how far I can go in this 12weeks. Little tips, hints and just some things Josh says have been clicking into place in my mind and propelling me forward on this journey. Thanks Josh!
I will not be derailed by Easter as I have my goals in place and getting into those size 10 jeans means more to me than a chocolate Easter egg. I also have Erik's birthday party to contend with on the Sunday. I will just take my shake, water and pepsi max with me. Yes I have to admit I am a pepsi max addict. I get my 2-3 litres of water in every day but I also drink pepsi max. I tell myself it is sugar free, calorie free so what is the harm. I need the caffeine as I can't drink coffee at the moment as all my drinks have to be calorie free and I can't stand black coffee.
Leaner
Treena
Since Josh has started training me I have to say I am sore which means my body is changing. In fact I quite enjoy this feeling as I am excited to see how far I can go in this 12weeks. Little tips, hints and just some things Josh says have been clicking into place in my mind and propelling me forward on this journey. Thanks Josh!
I will not be derailed by Easter as I have my goals in place and getting into those size 10 jeans means more to me than a chocolate Easter egg. I also have Erik's birthday party to contend with on the Sunday. I will just take my shake, water and pepsi max with me. Yes I have to admit I am a pepsi max addict. I get my 2-3 litres of water in every day but I also drink pepsi max. I tell myself it is sugar free, calorie free so what is the harm. I need the caffeine as I can't drink coffee at the moment as all my drinks have to be calorie free and I can't stand black coffee.
Leaner
Treena
Monday, April 18, 2011
One week down, 11 weeks to go
Well I have had a very successful week. I remained focused and stuck to my nutrition and exercise plan.There were plenty of delicious treats at work which I declined. Looking at those chocolates and cakes I know they will only delay my progress if I eat them. I cannot afford that delay and so I didn't even feel tempted to taste them. A big positive step forward for me!
I have been putting myself first and a couple of times in the past week I have actually excused myself from places so that I could go and eat my planned meal. A couple of friends think I am crazy and I tell them that I am not crazy just determined to take care of my health and that means the fat must be shed.
Today i went shopping and bought a top in a size 14 which is a new size for me as my upper half is normally a size 16 due to the size of my chest. Of course I was in my big daggy clothes and of course the only time you ever see people you know is when your attire is not the best. It didn't help that they were both dressed very nicely, not a hair out of place! One of those moments when you wish the floor would open up and swallow you or better yet they get temporary blindness and can't see you, lol
Yesterday I signed up for the Nail Can Hill Race with my daughter Lauren. We have been practising running/walking the hills so that we can beat last years time. It is great to have my daughter do it with me. Gives us time to chat and catch up on what is happening in her life so that I can keep those communication lines open.
I am still quite sore today so I know my body is going through change. When the going got hard at training this morning I pictured me in those size 10 jeans. I can see it clearly and I know I will reach this goal!
Leaner
Treena
I have been putting myself first and a couple of times in the past week I have actually excused myself from places so that I could go and eat my planned meal. A couple of friends think I am crazy and I tell them that I am not crazy just determined to take care of my health and that means the fat must be shed.
Today i went shopping and bought a top in a size 14 which is a new size for me as my upper half is normally a size 16 due to the size of my chest. Of course I was in my big daggy clothes and of course the only time you ever see people you know is when your attire is not the best. It didn't help that they were both dressed very nicely, not a hair out of place! One of those moments when you wish the floor would open up and swallow you or better yet they get temporary blindness and can't see you, lol
Yesterday I signed up for the Nail Can Hill Race with my daughter Lauren. We have been practising running/walking the hills so that we can beat last years time. It is great to have my daughter do it with me. Gives us time to chat and catch up on what is happening in her life so that I can keep those communication lines open.
I am still quite sore today so I know my body is going through change. When the going got hard at training this morning I pictured me in those size 10 jeans. I can see it clearly and I know I will reach this goal!
Leaner
Treena
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Hill Sprints and Family
Cold, but committed I went to Blitz training and by the time we had finished the sun was shining. Such a great start to the morning with hill sprints, push ups and an ab workout. As I sprinted up that hill numerous times I just kept visualising me in a size 10 pair of jeans, very motivating!
After enjoying a fabulous breakfast of eggs, mushrooms, capsicum, spinach and flaxmeal with a slice of gluten free bread I headed out to my parents place with my shakes and lunch packed. As they live on a farm it was great to walk around the paddocks with my mum in the sunshine. A nice time to catch up on the gossip and what my three children got up to whilst they had been staying with her and dad. My youngest boy can be a challenge and he did push my mum's patience to its limits.
Well tonight I can definitely say my hamstrings, calf muscles and quads are sore. That delayed soreness after some hard workouts is great as it signifies change and that is what I want to see!
Six days down, 11 weeks and 1 day to go and I remain focused:)
My next aim is to make a couple of the recipes from the new cookbook that comes with the program I am on. I tend to eat the same food and so this will be different and hopefully tasty. I might just get hubby to cook it as he is the chef in our house!
Leaner
Treena
After enjoying a fabulous breakfast of eggs, mushrooms, capsicum, spinach and flaxmeal with a slice of gluten free bread I headed out to my parents place with my shakes and lunch packed. As they live on a farm it was great to walk around the paddocks with my mum in the sunshine. A nice time to catch up on the gossip and what my three children got up to whilst they had been staying with her and dad. My youngest boy can be a challenge and he did push my mum's patience to its limits.
Well tonight I can definitely say my hamstrings, calf muscles and quads are sore. That delayed soreness after some hard workouts is great as it signifies change and that is what I want to see!
Six days down, 11 weeks and 1 day to go and I remain focused:)
My next aim is to make a couple of the recipes from the new cookbook that comes with the program I am on. I tend to eat the same food and so this will be different and hopefully tasty. I might just get hubby to cook it as he is the chef in our house!
Leaner
Treena
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Another day on my journey
Well I had a great morning yesterday, meeting up with a dear friend and spending a couple of hours chatting and shopping.
After that I went to work and had a busy shift with lots of walking which will help move me closer to my goals.
I am eating my 6 meals a day with plenty of vegetables. Three of those meals are shakes and my new protein powder 'chocolate supreme' is divine. Not missing chocolate at all:)
Went to lower body training this morning with Josh. New exercises for me and I really felt the leg curl and calf raise.Josh pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of and as usual I am grateful to him. Imagine putting up with a cranky nurse at 7am after she had finished an evening shift, lol.
Anyway I have my meals all ready for work and my steak is nearly cooked for lunch. I think 'fail to plan = plan to fail' is so true. So I am planning my days the night before so there are no excuses.
Leaner
Treena
After that I went to work and had a busy shift with lots of walking which will help move me closer to my goals.
I am eating my 6 meals a day with plenty of vegetables. Three of those meals are shakes and my new protein powder 'chocolate supreme' is divine. Not missing chocolate at all:)
Went to lower body training this morning with Josh. New exercises for me and I really felt the leg curl and calf raise.Josh pushed me beyond what I thought I was capable of and as usual I am grateful to him. Imagine putting up with a cranky nurse at 7am after she had finished an evening shift, lol.
Anyway I have my meals all ready for work and my steak is nearly cooked for lunch. I think 'fail to plan = plan to fail' is so true. So I am planning my days the night before so there are no excuses.
Leaner
Treena
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Day 3, Week 1
Well another day has come and gone and I have remained true to my nutrition and training plan. I have to reduce the number of intense exercise days I do for the next couple of weeks so I got to walk on my treadmill this morning whilst the rest of the Blitzers had to brave the cold. Quite boring walking on the treadmill with no one to talk to. Miss the camaraderie of Blitz where everyone encourages each other.
I was then off to work where I made sure I had my shakes and meal so that I had no reason to make poor choices. I am quite sore from my training yesterday with Josh. I quite like the soreness as it lets me know my body is changing for the better. Just don't ask me to reach up high for anything for a couple of days!
I was then off to work where I made sure I had my shakes and meal so that I had no reason to make poor choices. I am quite sore from my training yesterday with Josh. I quite like the soreness as it lets me know my body is changing for the better. Just don't ask me to reach up high for anything for a couple of days!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Day 2, Week 1
What a day! Cold and wet, not my favourite weather. Went to my first MP training. Lots to learn. Got introduced to the 'beastie' which wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. I can already feel the delayed soreness in my chest and back that comes from a great weight workout.
My measurements got taken and they are not looking the best. On the positive side this will be the last time my measurements are that bad. The photo session showed a few sides of me that I will not be sharing at this point, too embarrassing. Again it is a starting point and I need to be realistic and have something to look at later in this process to see how far I have come. Maybe then I will post them and my starting measurements.
Nutritionally I have had a great day. Thank goodness I love vegetables!
Only 11 weeks and 5 days to go!:)
My measurements got taken and they are not looking the best. On the positive side this will be the last time my measurements are that bad. The photo session showed a few sides of me that I will not be sharing at this point, too embarrassing. Again it is a starting point and I need to be realistic and have something to look at later in this process to see how far I have come. Maybe then I will post them and my starting measurements.
Nutritionally I have had a great day. Thank goodness I love vegetables!
Only 11 weeks and 5 days to go!:)
Monday, April 11, 2011
Day 1, week 1
Woke up early to head off to Metabolic Blitz fitness testing as a 12 week group training commenced under the expertise of Josh from Physique Essentials. This group is filled with wonderful people all giving their best. I was so excited as I got my MP Manual and have been doing some light reading today. So much great information, so much to learn!
Nutrition has been great and I am focused on the thought of 'OMG only 11weeks and 6 days to go'. I think having this attitude from the start will be good for me and keep me focused on my goals.
Goals:
1. On May 10th 2011 I have an 85cm waist or less and I can fit into my Graduation Dress.
2. On June 27th 2011 I am so happy and thankful now that I can fit perfectly into my size 10 jeans. My stomach is flat and I can see muscle definition. Other people are noticing my new physique and complementing me. Hearing this makes me feel fantastic. I feel like a winner!
I have set some challenging goals to keep me motivated and moving forward. I have not worn my Graduation Dress in 6 years. I am a tight size 14 now, so size 10 will be fantastic!
I am so grateful that I have friends on this journey who will not only support and guide me but also give the necessary 'talk' if I falter. I am also grateful that Josh is taking the time to instruct and train me during this time.
Nutrition has been great and I am focused on the thought of 'OMG only 11weeks and 6 days to go'. I think having this attitude from the start will be good for me and keep me focused on my goals.
Goals:
1. On May 10th 2011 I have an 85cm waist or less and I can fit into my Graduation Dress.
2. On June 27th 2011 I am so happy and thankful now that I can fit perfectly into my size 10 jeans. My stomach is flat and I can see muscle definition. Other people are noticing my new physique and complementing me. Hearing this makes me feel fantastic. I feel like a winner!
I have set some challenging goals to keep me motivated and moving forward. I have not worn my Graduation Dress in 6 years. I am a tight size 14 now, so size 10 will be fantastic!
I am so grateful that I have friends on this journey who will not only support and guide me but also give the necessary 'talk' if I falter. I am also grateful that Josh is taking the time to instruct and train me during this time.
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Just getting started
Wow I actually managed to set up a blog. This is a first for me and it is going to be fun to journal my life as I begin an intense new training regime under the care of my trainer Josh from Physique Essentials, Wodonga. I am super excited and one part scared.
I am going to blog my goals and my actions towards achieving those goals. I hope this added accountability will help spur me on to greater heights and the final reward of knowing that I have done my very best.
Leaner
Treena
I am going to blog my goals and my actions towards achieving those goals. I hope this added accountability will help spur me on to greater heights and the final reward of knowing that I have done my very best.
Leaner
Treena
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