The end of the Challenge

Wow, how quickly does 4 weeks go! Anyway today brings the end of my little 4 week challenge & I'm feeling good.

Over the past 4 weeks my goals were:

- Limit treats to one meal a week and 1 coffee out.
- 4 drinks a week
- Include 4 x weight sessions a week
- Drink 4L of water per day.

So how did I go?

Overall I am really happy with the last 4 weeks, they helped me to get back into a good routine and stop me from creeping into lazy holiday mode. I actually didn't really feel deprived or that different but just setting a few boundaries made the world of difference.

I managed to control my treats pretty well, maybe some weekends my treat meal got a bit large or the extra cappaccinno snuck in but overall I was pretty consistent and always managed to get myself back on track the next day (as hard as it is after a few drinks).

I did see a bit of a pattern and I'd end up ALWAYS including a couple extra drinks on the weekend. I'd most probably still like to cut this back just a bit as I know it makes me struggle the next day and having just 1 or 2 less would make a big difference.

I did notice that committing to 4 x weight sessions a week really made me make them more of a priority. I manged to achieve 4 x weight sessions every week except for one when I did three.

Even after just one month I've really noticed a HUGE improvment in my strength and muscles. I've been doing lower repetitions, straight sets and been supplementing with Creabolic Extreme which has really helped.

I can't really say how I went with the 4L of water as I didn't religiously keep track of it although it's made me realise I do drink alot and don't really need to worry about it.

In 4 weeks I lost 9cm from various measurments and dropped 1.2kg. I feel a lot better but the best thing is that it's reminded me that I can still move forward without feeling deprived.

I love my weekends with Cam and I love having a treat and a drink and if I just keep it in control I can still do these things and feel great. Although I have been reminded that if I want to make big changes (like getting some abs!) the treats and drinks need to go completley, although right now I'm much happier going a bit slower and enjoying the journey!!!

The key is to work out what level of commitment YOU are prepared to put in and be honest with youself. If you want SENSATIONAL results in a short space of time then you need to realise that for a while you might need to get a bit uncomfortable. Learn to know YOUR body and what works for you and put in the level of effort YOU know works for you.

So where to from here! I'm just going to keep on going. I've learnt that I can still make some good changes just by being a bit more aware and not going overboard with the extras.

In 7 Weeks time I would like to be doing the 10km run in the Barossa so right now my focus is back on making sure I include my 4 good running sessions a week and keeping up with 3-4 good weight training sessions.

Anyway enough from me, you won't have to listen to my rambling daily from now on and I'll try and come up with some more interesting info to blog about.

Hope everyone is feeling great and doing the best that YOU can.

Cheers, Hilds
P.S Sorry about the dodgy pic, Cam took a quick snap before we went to RPM but thought I better take one so I can keep comparing pics!

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Posted By Hilde on Monday 29th March 2010 @ 09:25:29

Updated : Wednesday 31st March 2010 @ 09:07:14 | Words : 659 | Views : 50 | Comments : 3

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well done Hilds, you look gorgeous!!

Posted By kate on Monday 29th March 2010 @ 16:15:11

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Wow! Terrific job and you look GREAT! It's interesting how fast a 4 week block can go! You are very inspirational!

I got through my 4 week challenge without an alcoholic drink..................infact went for 6 weeks totally sober before a celebration last Saturday, (but haven't had any since). My weight has now hit the 60's! 69.1 this morn compared to 82kg at start of last November and am a relaxed size 12/medium in tops, (can wear fitted tops) as opposed to a 16 and thick materialed non fitted XL in tops! Attaining and maintaining under 68 is the goal and then achieving various fitness targets.

All the best for your endeavours.

EMAIL : adventure_pip@hotmail.com

Posted By Pip on Wednesday 31st March 2010 @ 00:21:58

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Thanks Kate, still a constant work in progress but loving life at the same time!

Pip, I've been checking out your blog and you're doing such a fabulous job and it sounds like saving lots of money in the process.

Well done on your no alcohol (I'm not quite brave enough to do that one yet) and losing such a lot of weight!!

It does seem that tackling things in small 4 week blocks is far more achievable and goes so quickly.

Keep up the great work.

Cheers, Hilds

EMAIL : hilde@getactiveonline.com

Posted By Hilde Brunnbauer on Wednesday 31st March 2010 @ 09:07:14