Now that Nikki is home from vacation, it’s time to get
refocused on her weight loss journey. I
was proud of Nikki for maintaining her weight on vacation. That is success to not gain weight as she
used the tools I have given her to leave her home and safety zone and feel
confident balancing diet and exercise while having fun too!
Nutritional
Homework
As we have finally reached the summer season, I have
asked Nikki to continue experimenting with whole foods and broaden her range of
foods. I have asked her to experiment
with great whole grains such as brown rice and quinoa as they are loaded with
fiber and nutrients. I have also asked
her to challenge herself with trying a new vegetable every week now that she
will have more time to sample a variety of recipes.
Exercise
Homework
Getting back into exercise I have added a different
variation of the squat-n-press using a barbell.
I have also added a row movement using the barbell moving swiftly from
one exercise to the next. I have rounded
out a full body circuit with dumbbell chest presses on an exercise ball which
incorporates core and Nikki is continuing to master the dreaded lunges. Way to go, Nikki.
Nikki’s
Comments
With only a few weeks left in this Lifestyle Change,
I’m feeling extra pressure to finish with strong results. I suppose I want to prove
that good ole’ diet and exercise really is doable for someone with a lot of
weight to lose and a lifetime of unhealthy habits to break. I want to make it
count for the YMCA who really has given me the tools needed to change/save my
life. And I hope to inspire others to become a better version of themselves by
having the courage to face whatever they’re battling.
I know I’ll have good numbers to share soon, but I’m
trying not to let the pressure of hitting a big goal, overshadow the successes
I already know to be true. I’m finally ready to make this change. This is the
new me, fighting to reclaim my health and quality of life with every workout
and food choice. And I’m really doing it! It’s an exciting revelation. It
sounds cheesy, but my future’s looking bright! J
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