I have
been spending the last few weeks organizing and preparing for the rest of this
year. I have been making plans and setting goals for myself, my family, and my
blog. I have been taking time to hammer out the details of what I want this
year to look like; as a result I have not had the time to really sit down at my
computer to write. After Next week that should change. I have given myself a
little bloggy vacation to get my house in order and to kick-start my goals for
2014. I am feeling much more prepared and excited about this coming year and
all I have planned. I even have a little workout room all set up for myself.
Last week I shared with you my 30 day full body challenge and my fitness goals. I also shared with you the fact that I bought a FitBit Flex. So far I am loving my FitBit Flex. I feel that it does a great job keeping an accurate record of my productivity. I have been logging my calorie intake and sticking within my allotted calories per day {according to the meal plan I selected}. I love that there are specific name brand/restaurant chain food items that I can choose from - so that my calorie count is accurate {although not everything is in there, there is quite a selection to choose from}. This has also helps me to determine where and what I choose to eat if I am going out to grab a quick bite. I am getting the hang of using the FitBit app to help me reach my fitness goals.
To help me reach my fitness goal I have signed up for a kickboxing class. I have always wanted to try kickboxing and in a couple weeks I will be punching and kicking to my little heart’s content. I am very excited about this, especially since I was disappointed with the last fitness class I took. I am hoping that this one is fun and energetic and entertaining.
How did I do this week?
I
exceeded my goal of taking 10,000 steps every day. Since I run every morning
for 20-30 minutes on my elliptical {it is a NordicTrack CX 1055 that I bought
for myself after having my second child} during nap time I usually rack up ½ my
steps before lunch.
I am a
day behind on my 30 day challenge, as I did not start until Monday. I forgot
that the week started on Sunday - so I will have to play catch up by skipping a
rest day this next week. I am enjoying my 30 day challenge with the exception
of those darn fire hydrants, which have me needing to break up the workout into
sets.
I chose
the harder intensity dietary plan {-1,000 per day calorie deficit} and have
been doing a good job of staying within my allotted calories. I have to say
that I was blown away by how many calories are in certain foods. For example,
while perusing the healthy food aisle I was blown away by some of the “healthy”
snack bars that had a ton of ingredients and a calorie count in the 400’s!?!
I am
still behind on my water intake. But I knew going in that was a big problem
area for me. The FitBit App recommends that I take in 64oz… I have been bad about
meeting that goal. I guzzle water while working, but not so much any other
time. Obviously I still need to work on this. Any suggestions or tips would be
greatly appreciated.
Next Week Goals
I am
still looking to take at least 10,000 steps a day and to get in ALL of my 30
Day Fitness Challenge workouts and to stick with my allotted calorie intake.
Eat healthy, be healthy.
I am
hoping to reach my 64oz a day water intake goal. I know that I need to be
vigilant about it, but am at a loss as to how I can make this goal a reality aside
from just constantly reminding myself to drink more water!
As for
weight... Oh how I loathe the scale. Getting on the scale makes me nervous. I
feel like the number it tells me will never be the number I want it to be and I
don’t want that number to discourage me. I am down 1.5 lbs since last week. With
the dietary goal I selected I should be losing about 2 lbs a week. It should
also be noted that your weight can fluctuate 1-3 lbs throughout the day and
that it is best to weigh yourself at the same time each day for a more accurate
assessment. So we will see if this holds true for next week.
Do you have any tips and/or tricks for drinking enough
water throughout the day?
