Ready, Set, Bikini!

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IT’S THAILAND BABEH

Okay, so I don’t have time to write a life story on this right now. BUT, the basic DL is, I am going on a school exchange in Sept to Thailand, and with how uncomfortable I feel right now with myself, etc. etc. I need to up my game people. Since my last post to now, I am complete fail HOWEVER I had easter dinner tonight, courtesy of the mumsicle, and I am ready to do this starting tomorrow. I’ve got 153 days till September to change myself and my mind. Because being large in a completely hot, humid country will not abode well whislt wearing lululemon’s to hide your legs. 

So to see what I will do refer to “curse you jeans” it’ll explain everything in a button.

I’ve got finals now… hold me accountable friends. Point out my failures because I am not a mentally strong person, however, I am a tangible and physical person, so things I see regurgitate with me better than fighting/ignoring my inside thoughts. 

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blogilates: Healthy appetizer idea! Almond crusted banana bites! 1. Slice your banana into thin coins, 2. Crack an egg and mix it well in a bowl, 3. Take the banana coins and slather it with egg (just throw them in the bowl), 4. Then turn the eggy coins over in another bowl full of almond flour. If you don’t have any, you can buy almonds and crush then yourself in a blender, 5. Melt coconut oil in a frying pan, 6. Fry the coins, 7. Eat! Have fun and eat well! These are amazing :) I know what I’m eating tonight. 
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I FORGOT

I forgot that I have a groupon for hot yoga that expires the end of January… shit son. That will be added in with my last post! 

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I curse you jeans

I haven’t weighed myself in since thanksgiving (Canadian) because although it is good to see where you are at I know it will just make me depressed. However, what I did do the other day is try on jeans which did not fit me. Saying that, I am probably at the biggest weight I have ever weighed because I could wear those jeans since 08-2012 (earlier this year).

I told my mum, “okay mum, I really need your support on this!” and today she came home with Cobs bread, aka: scones and cinnamon buns. WTEFFFFF. Needless to say another fail. 

So, I have created a schedule of what to eat and will start my Tracey Anderson and TIU eating plan.

If any of you have heard of Tracey Anderson (TA), you may be skeptical about it, but I will write my thoughts about TA another day. I plan to alternate the 2 every week, and write up my TIU for the week.

To hold myself accountable, I will post my TIU diet for the week. 

As for exercising, I will accompany my diet with TurboFire (TF), TA and TIU. My cardio will mostly be TF, strength train with also alternate between TA and TIU. 

I will write a TIU regime because there are so many versions. It will make it easier for me to go to a calender and be like OKAY that is what my strength train for the day will be. I will also post this plan. 

I said when I started this that by June 2013 I will be bikini ready. In 7 months a transformation will take place. 

Let’s do it. 

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vintage-fit: That’s why I like that in German, while you CAN say losing weight, you can also say Ich habe abgenommen, which loosely translates to ‘I’ve taken off the weight’ Find this much more motivational than saying “I am losing weight” instead say “I am getting rid of it.” Kind of changes my thinking and approach to it. I will say this from now on. 
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heyfranhey: November! Day 1! Week 1! Let’s GO! Reblog so we can get everyone motivated <3 I want to try!
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heart dem hurdles. Favourite part during the track and field portion of gym class. 
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eatclean-getfit: IS THE NUMBER ON THE SCALES GETTING YOU DOWN? Girls, girls, girls. I know we all have our own stories and we’re all here for different reasons. But I see A LOT of girls desperately trying to see lower numbers on their scales. It looks to me like the main reason they’re doing it (working out/eating healthy) is to see a low number on scales. The only thing thing keeping them going is the hope that one morning they’ll stand on the scale and their “ultimate goal weight” will be staring them in the face. I believe, and yes this is my personal opinion, that what should be staring you in the face, is yourself in the mirror. Why not forget about the numbers for a while? Check your progress in the mirror, how your clothes fit, compare old photos with new photos, happiness, how well you sleep at night, how much energy you have, how strong you are mentally and physically, there are probably a million other reasons but these are the ones just came to mind now. Different weights look different on every single body. Just because your favourite celeb has a bangin’ bod at a weight, doesn’t mean it’s going to look fantastic on you too. I hope my progress will inspire some of you and make you realise that you don’t need to see incredibly low numbers. I rarely weigh myself. I only weigh myself when I see a big difference in my body in muscle definition. It turns out the better I look, the more weight I’ve gained. Don’t let numbers define you. Please. I am genuinely concerned for some people that I see on here.  Totally just changed my outlook. 
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smartgirlsanddumbbells: health-freeak: Running Tips: Wear spandex shorts under your regular running shorts so you don’t chafe Cotton socks will only lead to blisters; invest in socks designed for running. Join your local running club—check with your local running store fitness center and/or recreation department to find one Find a committed running partner. It is much harder to skip a run when you have someone else depending on you Remember that- It gets easier. Accept and appreciate the fact that not every single run can be a good one Do not compare yourself to others. Run within yourself and for yourself first. Even a bad run is better then no run at all If you normally run with music try skipping it and listening to your feet to hear your pace and your gait Don’t be discouraged if you don’t experience weight loss immediately Start a running blog, to see your progress and set goals Hydrate. Make it a habit to drink water throughout the day On long runs eat something every hour—whether you feel like it or not During longer runs if you don’t like to carry water take some cash in your pocket pouch or a shoe wallet. Run a route where there’s a corner store that you can use as a pit stop to pick up your water and maybe use the bathroom To aid recovery the most crucial time to eat and drink is in the hour immediately after you run Use Vaseline or BodyGlide wherever things rub. They will help prevent blisters and chafing Do not increase your mileage more than 10 percent per week If you are prone to shin splints and lower leg pain try running soft trails for your Training runs and save the asphalt for race day Do not run two hard days back-to-back Ice aches and pains immediately Pay attention to your form. Try to run lightly to minimize impact that could lead to injury When running don’t forget the bug spray, sunscreen and a hat- BIG TIME! Neosporin (or another antibiotic cream) is good for chafed areas Make sure you cut your toenails short enough so they don’t jam into your Shoes Be careful about running on paths that force you to run consistently on a slant. It’s hard on the hips knees Don’t stretch before a run. Warm up by walking briskly or jogging slowly for several minutes Do not ice for more than 20 minutes at a time For beginners, set mini goals to keep you motivated. (Can be minutes [run 5, walk 10], run between street lights then walk between street lights, run till the next bus stop, until you pass a car on the street) Do not use the hot tub after a race. It will increase inflammation and hinder healing Be aware of cyclists approaching you from behind and try to keep to the right. Try to pay special attention when running with music Run facing traffic. Never assume a car sees you Doubleknot your shoe laces so they will not come undone when you run\ If you listen to music, put earbuds in the go inside your ear, if you are usuing the ones that sit in your ear, it will fall out Buy yourself some actual running shoes from an actual running store because running in junk “sneakers” will destroy your feet and your legs At first keep your runs short and slow to avoid injury and soreness so you do not quit. If you are breathing too hard slow down or walk a bit until you feel comfortable again Pick your route close to home (out your front door)—the more convenient it is the better chance you will have sticking with it. Set realistic short term and long term goals Remember Soreness one to two days after a run is normal (delayed onset muscle soreness). There’s no shame in walking Four laps around the local the high school track equals one mile Vary your training routes. This will prevent boredom and prevent your body from getting acclimated Push through rough spots by focusing on the sounds of your breath and feet touching the ground Do abdominal breathing to get rid of side cramps Run on trails if at all possible. It will be easier on your body and you’ll love it Dress as if it is 10 degrees warmer than the temperature on the thermometer Run early in the morning or later in evening to avoid mid-day heat To keep cool in hot weather soak a bandana in cold water wring it out a bit and tie it loosely around your neck In the winter dress in layers (coolmax or other technical clothing) and wear a headband over your running hat to cover your ears As someone who is just starting to try running, i thought these were very educational! Read!!
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