Fit Fridays! - Week 1

Hi all,

2017 is going to be my get fit year. Claire is already 2.5 so it's become embarrassing for me to say I'm still trying to lose my baby weight. :) I've come to point where I am the heaviest I've ever been and not as comfortable in my own skin. I see my "skinny" clothes in my closet which is a depressing reminder of where I'd like to be. I want to be able to wear them again! I am going to be a better version of myself and want to take you along the way with me.

I will post every Friday with what I did for the past week to stay fit. Since this is the first Friday I will use X as my starting weight and move down from X as I go.

Here is my plan:

Healthy Eating:
I am following The Whole 30 plan which eliminated carbs, dairy, sugar, legumes, etc and goes back to healthy eating of real food. It's a strict plan but has results. I did it last year and lost about 13lbs in 45 days with no exercise.

Exercise:
Working out a minimum of 4 days a week. I signed up for Beachbody's video streaming and enjoy doing the T25 workouts. They are fast paced and intense, but only last 25 mins. This is a busy mom's dream come true. Plus the cool down is less than 5 mins so you can do a complete workout in under 30 mins!

I am also happy to say that I signed up for my first half marathon: ShapeHalf in the spring . No, I am not a runner but will be by then. :) I'm following Shape's beginner training plan and will keep you posted on my progress. My goal is to run as much as possible and finish the 13.1 miles.

Sleep:
I am a night owl and never get 8 hours of sleep so I'm going to make it a priority to get the recommended daily amount. So goodbye nightly tv.

Water:
Another area I struggle with as I don't drink nearly enough water, sometimes 2 cups a day. I am setting a reminder for myself to drink at least 6 cups a day.

Vitamins:
I will take my vitamin at least 5 times a week.

I feel good about these changes and know that it will make a difference in my appearance and overall well-being. Wish me luck and I'll keep you posted on my progress.

Happy reading!

Rachel

 

The Best Playmat! - Dwingler

Yes this is the best playmat. If you are expecting, have an infant, a toddler, or any kids that like to play on the floor, this is the playmat for you! I missed the boat on this the first time around when I had James. My dear friend had this playmat at her home, it was so comfy and durable. It had a cute design and was reversible. The best part was that there was no smell and that it was a one piece as opposed to the traditional foam ABC ones out there. I already had the foam mat and since we lived in a small condo I didn't want to get one due to space restrictions. However now that we have a house there is room for this mat.

The mat is made by a company called Dwingler. They have numerous designs and 3 different sizes to meet your space requirements. I ordered mine from Home Depot because I was looking for a particular one. Lots of online retailers carry the playmat including Amazon, bed bath and beyond, etc. It's a little pricey, but it's an investment, especially if you are having multiple kids. 

Cleanliness is really important to me and this mat meets my needs as it is easily cleaned. I wash it down with soap and water. It's thick making it comfortable to sit on and the thickness makes it an added layer of protection between your kids head and the floor. The patterns they have a really cute. I opted for one side with animals and the other had a city grid layout with schools, homes, a fire station, etc. James loves pushing his cars on this side. Claire in no longer an infant but she still likes to play there.

Here is the link to the one I got. Check it out, I'm sure you'll love it too!

Happy reading!

Rachel