Fitness Friday - Wellness Challenge - Week #8

Hello everyone!

WOW - can't believe it's Friday again!  

Hope you've all had a good week and are looking forward to the weekend!

I'm going camping for the first time in a LONG time - so I'm excited about that :)

I'd like to share some info with you guys about something that I really struggle with.  

You guessed it - PORTION CONTROL!

I don't really have a major problem with what I eat... but portions... hmmm... that's a problem. 

I tend to taste test while I cook... not the best thing...

So - here is a guide I found and it's really helped me a lot!

Hope it'll give you a bit on an insight into what healthy portions are.

Please remember that these portions are for meals as well as regular snacking throughout the day - so please don't use this as an excuse to starve yourself.  Eating very little is not always the best way.  

I find I binge less on things I shouldn't have and lose weight more consistently when I eat more regularly - even if it's just a handful of nuts.  That's my opinion anyway :)

Hope this helps just a little.  Please share some of your tips in the comments below - I would love to hear from you!

Lots of love,

T xx

Fitness Friday - Wellness Challenge - Week #7

Hello friends!

I have tried to be as focused as possible the last 2 weeks.  I have been more dedicated to living a healthier and balanced lifestyle.  I have been doing regular exercise and eating healthier!

I have focused on drinking more water and have cut down (mostly) on eating refined carbs of any kind.  No pasta, rice, bread, etc.  I have not limited my veggie intake at all though - even though they too contain cabs.

I must admit making dinners has been a challenge - but I think I have mastered a few staples in the last 2 weeks that even my husband has been enjoying!  Recipes to follow if you like?

I must admit - I feel great!  I feel lighter and have more energy :)  It took a while for my body to adjust, but it's been worth it!

I'll definitely try and keep going - with the occasional cheats of course!

Please share your journeys with me - I'd love to hear them.  Lets motivate each other :)

Sending lots of love,

T

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Please help...

Hello everyone...

I hope you all had a great weekend?

I've been thinking about doing more regular blogs - on specific days so that I can plan things better.  I think the Fitness Friday is working quite nicely - what do you guys think?

So I was thinking of doing a Monday or Tuesday post. It would be a post where I share with you my current fashion, travel, product - anything really - wishlists.  Things I'm currently dreaming about...  Would that be something you'd like to read about?

Let me know and I'll start sharing soon :) 

Big hug,

T xx

Fitness Friday - Wellness Challenge - Week #5

Hello everyone!

Today I'm focusing on inspiration for reaching your goals.  My main aim is to get fit and lean for summer at the end of the year.  I want to have the strength and energy to go for hikes and explore this beautiful city of ours without it being a mission.

I am setting myself some goals for the next couple of months including maybe two 10km races and possibly even the Gun Run Half Marathon in October.  Eek!

Any of you running any cool races that you can recommend between now and mid October?

ALSO - Joe and I have been dreaming of going back to Thailand someday.  We did a group tour a few years ago from Bangkok down through Malaysia and ended in Singapore.  We loved it!

And guess what!  We're going back!

We booked everything today - and it's really happening!  I am sooooo excited :)

What better goal than to be fit and bikini ready for a great beach holiday - I can't think of any!

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Since I have exactly 12 weeks till we go on holiday here is some inspiration:

I'm hoping to get in a nice run this weekend - the weather better play along.

Look out for some pics on my Instagram (@tanjadebruyn) and please tag #sweetpeasunrise in your weekend adventure pics - I'd love to see what you're up to!

Happy weekend!

Have fun and stay safe :)

Big hug,

T xx