Freeletics Friday with our Mystery Transformation Athlete Weeks 6 & 7

She's back!!!

Even our Freeletics mystery athlete didn't let her ankle let her down, she persisted and she shares her journal with us for the last few weeks she missed. So we are playing a bit of catch up hence 2 weeks in the 1 post today.

Please show her some support by leaving words of encouragement, it's a tough gig being out there in the world wide web and having us cheer her along keeps her so motivated.

Thanks for sharing and we look forward to reading from you next week!

xxDani

Freeletics Week 6

So…. This week I fell off the bandwagon… well actually I think I jumped off it whole heartedly!  I was tempted by everything and because I felt like I had been good then I deserved to slack off and eat what I wanted and drink what I wanted. Just take a look at my pics, I think that you can tell. I am embedding this feeling into my mind.  It’s the feeling of disappointment.  I am disappointed in myself for giving in. Don’t get me wrong, I had a great time eating and drinking and playing up with my mates.  However my body didn’t appreciate it.  I feel sluggish and guilty.  I don’t like those feelings so back on the band wagon next week, actually squat jumping back onto that bandwagon!

Hard parts this week:

All of it!  I just didn’t make time to prep meals or exercise so I went back to my old ways of quick and easy food and not as much exercise as I would have liked. I blame my injured ankle for playing a part in my social and party week this week. Oops!

Freeletics Week 7

Bandwagon going along full steam ahead! I have been really good this week, I have been having salad plus protein most days and nights. One night I made a delicious couscous with almonds sprinkled through it.  That was delicious! On the exercise front, there have been less burpees this week and I think that has helped motivate me to do the exercises. The pics this week show a slight improvement over last week. My hips are where I am really seeing the difference. My muffin top is slowly melting away.

Hard parts this week:

Actually nothing!  I was really motivated this week, I am wondering if my slack week last week was what I needed to get me back on track?

Freeletics Friday with our mystery transformation athlete W1-W5

Week 5, only 10 more weeks to go. The pressure is on and yet our Freeletics mystery athlete is still checking in with us every week. 

She has decided to do a Dear Diary entry this week. Leave your comments below with words of encouragement as I seriously think she is amazing keeping up this fit lifestyle.

Until next week,

xxDani

Freeletics Week 1 versus Week 5

"What do you see?  When I look at the pictures I see the same me, with slightly more defined abs and waist, however I don’t see the muscle that I feel in my legs or the six pack I feel under that stomach fat.  I know that weight loss can be a wait and slow progress but some weeks I feel like I see no progress, although I can feel it.  Do you guys feel like this when taking on a new challenge? When this happens I feel like I need to shake it up a little.  These past few weeks I have been training hard and eating reasonably well but I have been treating myself with wine at all these social occasions. So I think that this week in order to see a bigger change I am going to take the week of alcohol. All those extra calories in my glass of wine are all that I see when I look at my tummy in these pictures!  Wish me luck and I hope to show you the results next week!"

Hardest Part of the week?

Jackknifes are just killing me this week… they hurt and my tummy is feeling tighter for them but when I am actually doing them they are HARD.

Food vs Exercise?

Exercise this week… it has been extremely HOT this week…beyond my comfort level with no aircon so I have had to try workout at 10 at night which is when I am ready for bed!

Tip for the week

No carbs on non training days… makes sense… hard to do when it is so hot and I skipped a few training sessions!

Freeletics on Friday with our Mystery Transformation W1-W4

Here's our amazing Freeletics mystery athlete checking in. How fabulous to have this lady committed to this program 4 weeks in a row! Especially over the festive period. You rock!

What workouts did you do this week?

This week was much the same as last week, burpees, squats, froggies etc but it feels good to be able to do them quicker. I am scared looking at next week's sessions as it is all new stuff which my body might go into shock about... who would have thought I would say that I think my body is getting used to burpees. I actually saw a drink bottle the other day saying "I love burpees". I was going to get it!

What are you eating ?

This week I started back at work after the summer break and it was hard to keep on track with eating.  I know it should be easier but it meant that I had to actually get up and get going and make sure I was prepared.  I started making smoothies for breakfast then having a salad and some form of protein for lunch. I found this lovely smoked chicken breast which I have been chopping up in my lunches.

What's motivated you this week to exercise regularly and where have you been working out?

You guys motivated me!!  I saw the comments on the FFS progress pics posted last week and that has been my motivation to keep on track this week. I have been working out at home in the backyard or in the bedroom.  The benefit with these workouts is that they can be done anywhere so you don't need much room, therefore the end of the bed is sometimes my gym!

What was the hardest thing you found this week with exercise and nutrition?

Nutrition is going to be my killer I think!  It always has been so when someone offers me something it is hard to say no.  I also need to be prepared and organised, which can be hard for me!

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Thanks again for sticking to this new fitness regime with us and telling us your true experience about the workouts. For those that wish to join us in Freeletics land, please click here.

Much love and friendship,
XxDani 

Friday Freeletics - Mystery Transformation WEEK 3

WOW!!! 3 weeks! Time sure flies. Let's see how our mystery transformation Freeletics athlete is going this week.

She wrote to me saying you may not see a huge difference but she has measured herself and has lost over 2cms!!! She is pumped! I personally can see those love handles melting away too honey ;-) 

Week 1 versus Week 3

How long are the workouts taking you? Are they difficult or are you getting stronger? 

Oh my gosh this week was a killer for the workouts.  I did one called Atlas and it nearly killed me.  I seriously had sweat dripping off me after having to do the burpees, the froggie and the deep squats.  So this week I can safely say that the workouts are getting harder! 

 

 

What workouts did you do this week?

This week I got to do Aphrodite, burpee max, and ApolloN.  Oh and how can I forget the Atlas.  There have been squats, burpees, runs and leg raises and I am feeling great for it. I feel stronger in my legs and squats are feeling really good.

 

 

What are you eating and how did you go with New Years?

I went really well with food this week.  The past week I felt icky and slow in my workouts on the days that I had chosen to eat whatever I wanted.  This week I got back on track omelette's and swiss muesli for breakfast. Salad's with meat for lunch and meat and veg for dinner. I also made a yummy juice out of beetroot, carrot, apple and ginger as a refreshing snack. 

 

New Year's was hard but I had a few Gin and Diet tonics to try not increase the intake of calories plus I only had a few because I had the kids to get up to in the morning.  All in all a good week... Next week will be even better with out all this temptation!!

 

What's motivated you this week to exercise regularly and where have you been working out?This week I have been motivated by progress.  You might not be able to see the progress in my pics, but I have lost 2 cm on the stomach and 1cm on each thigh.  I am so happy with the progress!  Honestly it feels so good to see the progress that eating right and being consistent with my exercise can bring.  I can't wait for next week because I really think we will see a lot of progress in the pics.

What was the hardest thing you found this week with exercise and nutrition?

Nutrition... again! When we were doing a big road trip I found a salad sandwich which was better than the sausage rolls or Maccas option! 

AMAZING effort!!! Keep up the fab work.

How do you think our Freeletics mystery athlete is going? Have you any other questions for her? Grab your copy today!!!! Click here.

Much love and friendship,
XxDani

Freeletics on a Friday with our Mystery Free Athlete

WOW! What a week, how did you survive Christmas? I know personally my belly is bloated and I really didn't make too many healthy choices but hey! today is a brand new day right?

Having said that lets not delay with our Freeletics Athlete, let's see how week 2 went for her including all the Christmas temptations....

Week 1 vs Week 2

How long are the workouts taking you? Are they difficult or are you getting stronger? 

I am loving the workouts this week and I am getting quicker. It's awesome to see the time of all your workouts and to see if you are beating it, it's good motivation and I get a kick out of beating my time. It may not be the fastest... but it's my time and my journey! 

I think I am getting stronger with the burpees because I can get lower to the ground when I jump my feet out. I am sure it will get harder but this week has helped me build my confidence that my body can actually do this!

What workouts did you do this week?

I did a lot of aphrodite workouts and burpee max ones. Check out the website for the details as you can sign up for that one for free.

What are you eating and how did you cope with all the Christmas festivity foods and drinks?

I love the freeletics nutrition guide as it gives you direction on how to eat well. I am incorporating protein into my meals based on the advice they give you. I have had a lot of salads because it is so hot! Christmas was hard but I gave myself 2 days to have drinks and treats. You have gotta live, but now I am back on track! 

Here's how simple my breakfast is, scrambled eggs with spinach and cherry tomatoes. Done in 5 minutes! Super tasty.

What's motivated you this week to exercise regularly and where have you been working out?

The motivation for me this week has been SUMMER!! It is hot and I am bearing more skin so I need to tone up. The benefit of it being so hot is that I have been doing my workouts outside! It is so nice, I have even done sone barefoot to feel the grass on my feet. So refreshing!

What was the hardest thing you found this week with exercise and nutrition?

The hardest thing this week has been temptation. So much yummy food, chocolates, wine. It has been soooo hard! That is why I gave myself 2 days off. I didn't want to feel guilty for eating the food but I also didn't want to ruin my excercise! So 2 days was my compromise and I feel better for it!

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Thank you to our beautiful Freeletics athlete for sharing her journey with us this week. It takes a lot of guts and determination  to share this kind of transformation with the world every week. No pressure!!! ;-) Keep up the terrific work!

Week 1 vs Week 2 with Freeletics workout

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Much love and friendship,
xxDani