At the start of the week I was struggling. Monday’s session was tough. Partly due to the lack of energy and motivation that accompanied the hormone fog. And partly I think due to eating a lot less protein that day. 

I’ve been careful to eat more protein and try to hit my macro goals. Wednesdays sessions was lots better. Still tough but I didn’t feel like I was dying! My recovery time is also finally getting better. I’m still surprised at how long it takes to get fully better and regain aerobic fitness levels after an illness. Finally back there I think. Will find out in a few hours when I do my HIIT. 

Food has been better this week so far. I’ve added extra protein to breakfast which is helping and been sticking to grains just once a day to try to limit bloating. The weigh in on Monday will show if it’s helped. 

Next thing to think about is my winter wardrobe. I’m over a dress-size smaller than last year and many items of clothing I own no longer fit. I’m currently just adapting my summer wardrobe with extra cardigans but is getting chilly now. Any suggestions would be welcome! 

Little late with this post as it’s been a hectic week. 

Week 4 went fine. I missed my extra HIIT workout as I didn’t get enough sleep over the weekend. But I managed to lose a little (less than a pound). My measurements were up a little again but I think it’s due to the fog of hormones that is also affecting my motivation. I’ve had some fairly severe mood swings this week which has been tough. 

So close now to getting into single figures in the 10s. Must keep pushing!!

Not much to say this week. Energy levels are finally returning so I did an extra HIIT workout. Aerobic fitness has dropped but it’s getting back to where it used to be. 

I noticed mid-week that I’d strayed into high carb low protein – probably due to the cold weather which always makes me crave carbs and sleep. So I’m started making a concerted effort to get my protein levels back up. This is going well. I’m making sure I hit at least 90g protein a day. Still working my way back into the healthy eating groove but slowly getting there. 

Weight-wise: I am down another pound this week. Was hoping for more but clearly my food wasn’t quite right. One more to go before I get back to my lowest weight since I started training again. 

Measurements: waist and lower belly were both down (yay!). Again not as much as I’d hoped for but still good. Down is always good! I think a full body measure will be in order when I get below my previous lowest weight. That may coincide nicely with my anniversary at Lift365. It will be a year later this month!!! How time flies when you’re having fun 😄🏋🏻 

Food: protein levels are up again and I’m doing well on the veg count most days. I’ve reintroduced a little wheat just for variety. Hopefully it will be fine but if my tummy starts complaining then I’ll cut back again. I need to be careful on study days at home as I tend to snack more and walk less. 

All in though I’m making progress again and feel like I’m finally moving out of my recent rut.