Weigh-in-Wednesday: Week 2

I had a great week...ate clean and trained mean!

I was a little nervous stepping onto the scales this morning, as I didn't want to see a number I wasn't happy with...you see...I'm known to spiral out of control if a number faces me that I don't like. I will give up and go back to old habits.

So, what appeared before me was...

A loss of 400g...a little disappointed...but in the scheme of things I've shed 1.4kg in 9 days...not bad! Would have liked to see a 78.something...but I guess that will happen next week! My commitment is strong and I TRUST in this program...so I'm not going to get myself down...a loss is a loss.

My Stats - Week 2
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A little voice inside my head keeps saying...

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How were your results this week...were you the tortoise or the hare?

To train or not to train?

After a week of my gorgeous girls sneezing, coughing and spluttering all over me, I'm sick :( I was hoping that I wouldn't be the next victim, but alas I've spent all day rugged up on the lounge.

I have had a great first week, and do not want anything to bring me down...and even though I'm now on antibiotics and haven't trained today, I'm not going to let this be my unraveling. I'm in a good head space at the moment and I want to keep it that way!

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So, the question now is to train, or not to train?

Let me just say that I'm hating the fact I didn't train today. I've gotten into a routine and am a little scared that now that I've broken it, it will be that much harder for me to re-establish...but is it safe to train when sick? I've done a little reading today and it has been the consensus that...

If your symptoms are above the neck, including a sore throat, nasal congestion, sneezing, and tearing eyes, then it's OK to exercise. If your symptoms are below the neck, such as coughing, body aches, fever, and fatigue, then it's time to hang up the running shoes until these symptoms subside.

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So, I'll be taking it easy for a day or two...give the antibiotics a chance to kick in, so that I clear up as quickly as possible. Diet is 80% of the weight-loss equation, so a squeaky clean diet is a must if you're like me and feeling a little under the weather.

What are your thoughts...do you exercise when sick? 

One Lovely Blog Award!

It’s always nice to know that others enjoy reading your blog. Thank you Esta @ estaki12wbt for the nomination!

There are a few rules to receiving this One Lovely Blog Award and they are as follows:

- Add the award image to your site.
- Create a link to the blog of the person who gave you the award.
- Write 7 random facts about yourself.
- Nominate 7 blogs that you would like to share with others.

Ok, here goes...7 facts about me.

1. I loved school as a kid! Used to get home from school and play 'schools' with my brother! ... I eventually became a teacher...he eventually hated school - go figure!!! hehehe

2. I am a big Disney buff! Love Disney movies...Beauty and the Beast is my favourite, with Toy Story (all three movies) a close second!

3. I love travelling...but HATE flying! Would love to take my girls to Disneyland one day.

4. I love swimming...and wish I swam more now that I'm older. My brother was a national swimmer and I loved watching him at his meets. 

5. My favourite sport is baseball. My hubby plays and my girls play T-Ball...my goal is to also play some day. Loved watching the Sydney Blue Sox last season. Looking forward to the ABL season returning in November.

6. I love art and am currently studying a graphic design course.

7. My family means the world to me. I am very protective over them and would do anything for them. 

Blogs I enjoy reading that I would like to nominate for the One Lovely Blog Award are: 

(I hope you have time to visit them all!)

1. Suddenly Thirty-Three 

2. On a Mission to Prove Anything is Possible

3. She has Cute Runners

4. Flab to Fab

5. JFDI 12WBT Journey

6. Curve your Enthusiasm

7. I'm Bringing Sexy Back - Yeah!

  

Happy Blogging!

A smashing SSS!

Call me enthusiastic, call me excited or maybe just call me fricken scared...my body decided to wake itself up this morning at a very early 5am...on a SATURDAY! I work Saturday mornings so knew I had to get up early (but not that early). I woke up with a mixture of emotions...knowing that I would have to get up and work my little heart out to smash 1000 calories.

I was nervous, as not once last year did I burn 1000 calories in a single SSS (Super Saturday Session)...yes that's right...not one time in 12 weeks. I lay in bed wondering if I'd achieve it this round and then thought "JFDI"! I told hubby to come and check on me throughout the session to make sure I hadn't passed out...he laughed...I didn't...I meant every word!!!

I started the session with the Intermediate Learn-to-Run program. I did this for 45 mins and then jumped off ready for Becky's Ignite & Burn 400. I was a little scared...but I gave it all I had...completing the circuit in 18min 30 sec. I then jumped back on the treadmill and power walked for a further 30mins (with four bursts of 40sec jogs). By the time I did my final blast of ski jumps, my legs felt like jelly!

It was a great workout...and the best is that...

I did it! I'm so pumped and proud of my effort this morning! A smashing SSS!

How was your first SSS for Round 2?

12WBT Blogger Challenge: Week 1

Jayne @ On a Mission to Prove Anything is Possible! has started a 12 week blogger challenge for those who are documenting their 12WBT journey. I think it's a fantastic idea and look forward to the various topics she'll post each week! Head on over to her blog and join in the fun!

This week's challenge:

Introduction

Introduce yourself?

Tell us why you are here? 

Why did you decide to join Round 2 of Michelle Bridges 12 Week Body Transformation? 

How have you prepared for the challenge?

For those new to my blog...Hi! My name is Marianne and welcome to Life is a Journey. This is a blog dedicated to my journey in discovering the fit and healthy {ME}!

I'm 30, married to a wonderful man and we have two adorable daughters, aged 6 and 3.

I've struggled with my weight pretty much my entire life. I've gained weight, lost weight, maintained weight...you name it, I've done it!

I'm determined to reach my goals and become happy with who I am. This will be a hell of a journey, but I'm ready for the challenge ahead!

I completed 12WBT R2, 2011 and shed 10kg. I was extremely proud of my achievements, but knew deep down that I could have pushed harder. I went back to Weight Watchers after the round, but after a stressful time at work, I turned to my old habits and turned to food for comfort.  

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During the months that followed I managed to gain back all the weight I had lost. I had a miscarriage in January and I again turned to food for comfort. I gained more weight and I knew I couldn't go on like this, especially if I wanted to have another child. 

- Was I disappointed in myself for gaining back all the weight plus more? YES 

- Was I frustrated with myself for always turning to food for comfort? YES 

- Am I sick of going on this roller coaster? HELL YES!

....So here I am, ready for another challenge and this time I plan to give it my all. I need to change my mindset and learn that when the going gets tough...DON'T TURN TO FOOD!

I know it's only day 5, but I can already feel that this round is going to be different...and I think it is due to the commitment I made during Pre-Season...

My commitment is to TRUST in the 12WBT Program and follow the nutrition and exercise plans wholeheartedly. I commit to JFDI!

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I'm planning more this time round, and TRUSTING in the program. I know I didn't trust 100% last round, so I'm following the nutrition plan, working out hard and staying accountable.

Here's to a great round and...

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What will you trust in this round?