No, don’t look around for Julie Andrews! What I’m wanting to
blog about today are some of my newly discovered favourite things!! Why? Well,
I’ve had a bit of a blah kinda day. Ate well, got to the gym etc, but work was
busy, I left home before dawn, and got home after dark (and I only live 10min
from work), work was hectic, I’m suddenly in charge this week due to my boss
having to go away suddenly, and it’s all a little bit much for a Tuesday. So, I
want to refocus and look at some good and positive things. So, some things I
love at the moment…
12wbt – how fantastic is this program??!?! I tried it before
and after not even completing the 12 weeks declared that “it doesn’t work for
me! I’m not trying that again!”. Well, aren’t I having to eat my words now. And
I’m happy to because this program is fantastic. It has suited me down to a tee,
and perhaps I was also just ready to commit to something whole heartedly, fulfil
the program requirements, and not play the victim anymore. I have taken responsibility
and there’s no going back!
Weekly Shopping List – This is just heaven! And yes, I’m
only shopping for 1 and it takes a little work to figure out the precise
quantities I need for the week. But, print it out, spend about 20min looking
through everything and hey presto – I have a shopping list for one! It’s great,
one trip to the shops a week, and the rule is only buy what’s on the list so no
treats sneak into the trolley. And because I don’t have to go back and forth to
the shops there’s no temptation to buy snacks during the week. I love
organisation, no, I thrive on organisation, and this shopping list is a
godsend!
Weekly Meal Plans – Did I just say I love organisation??
Well, this is heaven! I can know exactly what’s coming up, and those nights I’m
a little more busy I can arrange to have leftovers or a quick prep meal. Bliss.
I did try doing this off my own back once and planned out 10 weeks of meals,
calories counted and all (it took me hours!), and needless to say it was a very
boring plan. Not so 12wbt meal plan. Nothing boring here. Actually I’m almost
wishing a few of my favourites might reappear in the next week or so (stroganoff,
pizza, lamb & pumpkin salad…). And, they’re customisable with updates to
calories and shopping lists – so easy!!
Weekly Exercise Plans – Have you ever been to the gym and
thought, “right today I’m going to do a weights session” and then had no idea
where to start, what equipment to use, what weight, how many etc etc… Well,
that hasn’t happened in over 3 weeks now thanks to my trusty exercise planner!
And, if need be I can swap a day around here and there if my schedule
determines that need. And it’s balanced so I’m working all over (and don’t I
feel it sometimes).
GREAT food – I’ve said it before, so just briefly – I LOVE
THE FOOD ON THIS PROGRAM!! Fresh, simple, tasty. And when I see TV adds for
other weight loss companies that provide all your meals pre-prepared I just
think – yuck! Reheating every meal, no thanks!
Weekly Challenges – OK, I have to admit I’m really only
loving the week 4 challenge. I ran out of time for week 1’s vision board (still
in progress). I had a dummy spit at the idea of 300 push ups in week 2. I
slowly came around to the idea of step ups for week 3, and after a late start
only have another 100 to do tomorrow and I can tick that off. BUT, try a
different food every day – GREAT idea!! And I’ll give you a run down of my
weekly challenge in pictorial form at the end of week 4.
Forums – A great place for support, to ask a silly or not so
silly question, to blow your own trumpet, or get on your soapbox. Or like me
earlier this week – use them to find out how to cook BBQ corn cobs without a
BBQ!!! Thanks for the help people!
And did I mention the food??? 2 days into week 4 and I’ve
got another top 3 dishes – Corn thins with tomato salsa, Breakfast crumble, and
the lamb and pumpkin salad. Delish!!
And so, thanks for indulging in my rant of the things I love
at the moment – it’s made me remember that even when I’m tired and stressed at
work, there are so many good things in life – and here I’ve only mentioned a
few 12wbt related things!! There is so much more too.
What are some of your favourite things at the moment??
I agree with every one of these! It has been amazing to have meal and exercise plans, and shopping lists especially but omg the food. I love your pics! I haven't the tried the salsa yet...I think that's tomorrow. Have you had the turkey corn thins? They were pretty tasty too :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you're going so well!!
How good was that lamb salad!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad it's all going so well for you Sheridan. Great blog! All the best for the week ahead.
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone! I have really enjoyed this week, and it's been fun writing all the blog posts too. I'm glad for the time for this one too - to remember all the good things about life and the changes we're all making in our lives.
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