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Egh. So I haven’t been on for so long since uni has started and I’ve been out quite a bit. Although i’ve noticed that lately, I don’t want to be as social as I once was, just because I’ve packed on the pounds. My clothes don’t fit as well anymore (which is annoying because I absolutely refuse to buy bigger size clothing). Plus, I remember the time my friends were telling me how skinny and slim I was looking (Around March)… so it’s all very depressing. I don’t know why, but I just can’t get into the groove of things anymore.. being sporty.. eating good proportions. It’s almost as if I’ve lost all my good habits. I just really need that one good kick in my fat ass to get me started again. I just don’t know what it is anymore.

Weigh in Day. Not much has changed on the scales.. and it seems the only place I made a lost was in my waist (another 2 cm). Everything else is the same. Sigh. I wish fat would just burn faster sometimes.

I’m seeing some old friends tonight who I haven’t seen in awhile. I’m excited, but a little embarrassed because I’ve put on so much weight since the last time I saw them.

So today is weigh in /measure day. I lost 2kgs.. and dropped about 2 cms of my waist, hip and thighs (all the places that matter). I also lost on my chest too.

How did I go this week, you ask?
I did exercise quite a bit.. but I also ate badly. Somedays I was eating fantastic.. but I seriously hate my friends for taking out all the junk food whenever we hang out. Grr. Anyway. No worries. A loss is still a loss. And I have 11 weeks to change my eating behaviours!

The BBQ was cancelled yesterday, although I hate to say it, I was slightly relieved. I’m not sure how much willpower I have to say no to chocolate cake! So instead, we went to a cafe where I had a vegetarian Frittata which very yummy And hopefully not as bad as chocolate cake and pasta!

My Gym session was good, as was my pole dancing class. For the day, I burnt 1100 calories. Funnily enough, I’m not AS hungry as I used to be when I exercise. It’s almost as if the exercise has satiated my hunger (either that, or I’m focusing on something else rather than my stomach!)

Today I plan on another gym session working on my core. I’m also planning on attending a Pilates Class.

Today’s main danger is the movie theatres (as I plan to watch ‘The Proposal’ with my friends). I’m always a sucker for the candybar..I’m hoping that I exercise a lot more self-restraint (and hope that my friends won’t tempt we their junk food goodness).

xx

Well my body was in definite pain, yesterday. My ribs and arms were hurting oh-so-bad. I decided a rest day was in order. However, the rest ends today; I have a full day planned!

I’ll be running to the gym and doing some cardio and resistance training with my friend. We’ll be heading to a friend’s house for a BBq (uh-oh). My friend told me she was making a pasta and chocolate cake. The pasta should be okay.. but I’m not too excited about this chocolate cake. Hopefully I’ll have enough self-restraint to say no.

After that, there’s a spin class I could go to (if i’m feeling up to it).. and my pole dancing class. So many choices!

My breakfast is high energy and low in calories. Half a cup of muesli with soymilk and an apple about 300 calories. I usually do about 3 x 300 calories meals.. and 3 x 100 calorie snacks; that way it’s easier for me to count calories.

Hope I stay on track

xx

So I started my day with a pole dancing class. It was a a beginner class and it was actually a very hard workout. I guess because it was using my upper body a lot. Anyway, it was great - the girls were so supportive and it was nice to see different types of girls; all shapes and sizes.

I also ran to my gym and back in the afternoon (6kms - about 3.5 miles?) and did some resistance training and core workout. When I got back home I checked my calorie burner - and it as a whopping 900 calories. Woo! Add that to my dance class, I burnt 1200 calories! I don’t even feel tired.

I ate some muesli and fruit today, and a veggie stir fry. My family is going out for dinner, but I assure you.. I will be eating healthy.

xox

It’s an Australian weight loss competition, where contestants have 12 weeks to totally transform their bodies. I’ve entered myself, since I’ve been so lazy and eating everything in sight for the past month.

It’s time to get the body I deserve. Wish me luck!

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So I’ve strayed quite a bit from my diet and exercise routine. It was a lovely week of relaxation though, but I’m worried about the scales. So I decided to give myself a week to get back into my diet and exercise routine before I weigh myself again. I’m visiting my brother (he lives about 4 hours away). And him and his wife are taking me out mountain bike riding today! (YES! Extra calories burnt = bonus).

Whatever damage I did this week, can be reversed!

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So this weekend I’m going on a road trip with my two besties. I am very excited but a little wary. I won’t be able to work out as much and i know my friends will be filling themselves up with junk food. It’s going to be so hard to resist! But I’ve been doing so well; I can’t stop now. Wish me luck.. and any advice?

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I now weigh 138 pounds! Woo! I’m so happy :D

I’ve implemented a few strategies with my eating plans that have really helped:

1. Eating 6 small meals frequently (every 3 hours).
2. I drink a mix of apple cider vinegar and water before every meal. (Apparently it helps you lose weight). Either way, it satiates my hunger before eating my meal; so I never overeat and I always feel comfortable It has also helped my skin clear up!
3. Use smaller utensils: I’ve been eating my meals with teaspoons, small forks and chopsticks. This helps me to eat slower and enjoy my meal. This also prevents me from overeating.