Pokemon Go & Body Magic

Has anyone else found themselves addicted to Pokemon Go? Pokemon was a massive thing when I was growing up, so it made sense to download it and see what the fuss was all about. I didn't realise just how much I'd love it and how much it would make me want to get out of the house! We went on a massive walk on Monday night only somewhere local but we were aware it was a good 'Pokestop' area. We had such a great time, got in plenty of walking, caught loads of Pokemon and got to see a beautiful sunset. I definitely need to make more of an effort to go here, its beautiful and only really a 5/10 minute drive from my house with loads of walking routes. Here's a few pics I remembered to take...

Last night me and my friend decided to go up to Rivington Pike to go on a big walk and decided to Pokehunt whilst up there. it was 24 degrees when we went up there at 7.30pm! Again we got in loads of body magic and I smashed my 10,000 step goal. The views from the top were incredible, such a clear and bright sky!

Has anyone else found that this new craze has helped get them and/or their kids out of the house more? And also got people socialising a lot more and helping each other find the Pokemon on the map? I love it!

Grip Fitness Offer

Grip Fitness is a local clothing company for me, and they've got a fab offer on at the moment for anyone wanting to get a training programme for the gym.
When you make a purchase from them you have the option of getting a 6 week programme for just £5 which I think is great.

If anyone wants to take advantage of it there are more details on their facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/Grip-Fitness-1494020560892053/?fref=ts

I've bought a few tshirts from them as you can see and I can't fault them. They are affordable and really nice to wear and I would highly recommend. I didn't want to spend a lot when I was looking at getting back into fitness and the gym so these were a great investment.

If anyone wants to find them on instagram too and show them some love their username is grip_fitness

Body Magic

So on Saturday night I ended up venturing up to somewhere near Lancaster with a friend for the evening, stayed in a caravan and then got up bright and early and headed out for a lovely walk Sunday! it's amazing what you can find right on your doorstep if you look. Glasson Dock is only about 45 mins from my house, where I've lived for 26 years, and I've never been!

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Weekends & Not Being Well

Saturday was my hardest day this weekend, I really wanted to just eat rubbish because I felt rubbish. Even though I knew it wouldnt make me feel better. Instead I managed to throw together some pasta and meatballs and made enough for 3 portions which have already gone! Packed full of speed and thoroughly enjoyed it. Desperately want to be in the next stone range on Thursday! Got a zumba class tonight, first time for everything!
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IMAGE therapy

I've seen a lot of negative comments on social media about people not liking image therapy or not receiving the support they want/need from the consultant but rather than speaking to someone they just post it online. 

This solves nothing. 

I have the most amazing consultant and I'm pretty sure I would have given up by now if it wasn't for her. She is there constantly whenever you need her and I would consider her a really good friend. She looks after more than 500 of us, God knows how! 

I find myself extremely lucky to have such a supportive group and all I would say to anyone who doesn't feel like that, is speak out. Say you're not happy. If you don't say anything then nothing can be fixed. And if you're feeling like that there could be others around you feeling the same way. And it definately hinders your progress. 

I don't think I'd have gotten as far as I have if it wasn't for the constant support of the other women (and men) in my group and if I inspire just one person the way people in my group inspire me id be happy!

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SW Race For Life

So today was the day. 

Powered through horrific rain and did race for life organised by our consultant Tori. Haven't got a final found raising amount as yet but super proud we managed to finish it despite the horrible weather!

Visualising Weight Loss!

Not everyone has full length photos of when they started their journey. This to really helps you visualise your loss by giving you an everyday object to compare it to. 

Visit ilostwhat.com and enter yours today!

Body Magic Awards

Added this to my collection last night. Might not have been the 1.5stone award I wanted but it's an award!
I'm loving getting back into the gym and actually loving going for a run. Set myself a few mini fitness targets and some events that I want to do next year. SW has given me the motivation to do it and I love it!

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23 Weeks Until Christmas Eve

22 weigh ins left for me. I maintained tonight. 

19 lbs to lose! 

Who else has a Christmas target?

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Monday Motivation!

Three sizes smaller. Yes three. I couldn't believe the difference. So glad I kept them as a comparison! 

1st 5.5 down. 1st 4.5 to go!

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Body confidence!

I've never worn a bikini in my entire adult life, and I've bought this to wear this year in Javea. It's a size 12, it's my motivation. I can't remember the last time I was ever a proper size 12 so this is my target! 

What have you got to celebrate your target? A LBD? A bikini? A pair of jeans?

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Motivational Post

I sometimes struggle to stick to this diet, like anything else, you get bored if you're not changing it up and trying new things.
Found a few pics, posted below, that help spur me on when I hit the wall. What do you do to get yourself motivated again?

Documenting Progress

I was feeling a little deflated at only being at One Stone after 13 weeks. But then actually putting these up on the fridge and seeing it in front of me made me feel a lot better, slow progress is better than no progress and I need to realise that!
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Transformation Tuesday!

Was feeling a little down so thought i'd look for an old photo to give me a boost. Completely forgot about this but can't believe the difference!

I am about 2.5 stone lighter now than I was back then, a stone of that is since joining SW.
So good to see how far I've come. Approx 1st 10lbs still to go!

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Feel Good

So far via SW I have lost 1 stone. It may have taken me a little while longer but I really don't mind. I often hid my stomach and that area as i've never been comfortable with it being on show. I wore long tops, floaty dresses and the like. It's amazing what losing a bit of weight can do. I still have a way to go but I can finally wear something like this and actually feel comfortable doing so. I love it.

If there is anyone on Instagram you can follow my journey there too! Username: doylie_sw

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One Stone.

Finally, it took me 13 weeks but I got there!
14lbs gone and not coming back!
I bought size 12 clothes for my holidays thinking I would have time to fit into them, and tried them on last night to see how far I have to go. I was in shock when they already fit! Just need to tone up now.

24lbs still to lose!
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Week 12 - Where Am I Now?

Lost: 13.5lbs
Still to lose: 1 stone 10.5lbs

Inches lost: 7 overall


Gained a heep of confidence and actually starting to see a difference in my appearance which is giving me a boost.


Also got slimmer of the week last night for the first time!
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Race For Life

Had a fantastic day at Race For Life yesterday, the comparison pic above really shocked me. The left is from the Manchester 10k last year and the right is from today. I actually weighed half a stone LIGHTER on the left hand picture but was obviously carrying it all in the wrong places, whereas now, I seem to have lost the inches where it matters and actually look slimmer than what I am. Anyone else noticed this?
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Body Magic

It's nice to be recognised for more than just weight loss. 

Make sure your logging your activities!