So today was building to a conservative 5rm back squat. But it certainly wasn't warm enough to warm up properly!! I managed 70kg for 5 and then did 2 sets of 5 @65kg. It felt good despite being cold and creaky! It was so cold I was in multiple layers, beanie and scarf but still... Continue Reading →
Day 63 – being appreciated
Some times all you need is a little bit of appreciation and to know you are doing the right thing. Today this made a big difference to my mood. If you appreciate someone. ... tell them!
Day 62 – Kettlebells
Today was the first time in nearly 10 months that I have used Kettle bells in a work out and tonight I got to use them again!! So this is part of the work out today. I'm already on week 4 and I am seeing a big improvement. I mean I'm certainly not going to... Continue Reading →
Day 61 – long train journeys
I got this book for Christmas and my sister borrowed it straight away!! Finally got my hands on it!! Perfect train reading when I'm feeling a little jaded!
Day 60 – Big Smoke
A weekend in London. Theatre, cocktails, family and laughs.
Day 59 – Educating My Self
I always like learning new things, especially about myself. I also love reading. So it goes without saying that I love getting new books which will enlighten me a little. It is even better when I enjoy those books and they are a little funny!So using the Natural Cycles app has taught me a lot about... Continue Reading →
Day 58 – Month of Saving – The Results
So a month ago, back on day 31 I said that I was going to have a no spend month. This meant that I would buy nothing I didn’t need or wasn’t essential. I haven’t written down the little things like the odd groceries here and there but just written down the main things that... Continue Reading →
Day 57 – MyFitnessPal
So I've started tracking on my fitness pal, I'm trying to stick to around 1800 calories a day. On Saturday I was playing around with my exercise and calories so it tracked my exercise calories which is why the day is so low but I have turned it off so that I don't end up... Continue Reading →
Day 56 – Fresh Air
After a day inside a warm classroom teaching all day and then writing reports this was a much needed escape from work and out in the fresh air. It was bliss!
Day 55 – The Little Things
Because we have been having our home re plastered and decorated we have been living in a blank canvas for months waiting to be able to put up our pictures again. I meant to do it over half term but just didn't get round to it so when JW got home from work I got... Continue Reading →