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

 

Fit Fridays! - Week 1

Welcome to Fit Fridays! 

Every Friday I'll use this post to focus on something exercise or health related and give everyone an update on my weight loss progress! I am doing the unthinkable and sharing my weight! I would also do measurements, but frankly who has the time to do that! Lol!

Here are my stats:

Start Weight: 140.4

Goal Weight: 130.0

I've been going to the gym for the past few days which feels great, but I know that I can do better with my food choices. Adit & I have agreed that we will not have anymore junk food unless it's a special occasion (i.e. James's birthday!). I will also only drink water and milk, so no more calories from juices! I do make most of our food so I'll focus on making even healthier meals, such as fish, and having a vegetarian meal once a week. 

If you didn't get a chance to watch Dr.Oz's show on Monday, he had a segment called "The Lazy Girl’s 4-Step Guide to Getting Healthy" As a mom, we are far from lazy, but since we don't have much time for ourselves I thought I'd watch the segment to get some tips! This is a basic guide to taking care of one's body and although it sounds so simple, most moms aren't doing these things. When I think about it, I haven't gone to see the doctor since I had my check-ups after James. Before him, I used to go all the time. Dr. Oz mentions getting enough sleep! Sleep is a luxury in my home! Lol!

My favorite part of his article is:

Step 4: Burn Calorie Without Stepping Foot in a Gym

There are two simple things you can do to burn calories without going anywhere near a gym. First: Take a stand! Next time you’re on the bus, at work, waiting for an appointment, or folding laundry, try standing up instead of sitting. You’ll burn an extra 50 calories an hour. 

And here’s a fun one: try using someone else’s bathroom. Of course, nobody likes sitting on a stranger’s toilet, so by squatting, you’ll not only be working important core and leg muscles, you’ll also burn up to 140 calories a day. (This is an easy one to follow!)

Here's to the start of a healthier me and you, so please join me on this weight loss journey! Also any advice is appreciated on simple lifestyle changes to help us drop those pounds. :) Please share your ideas with us by commenting on the blog!

Happy reading!

Rachel