Things I love Thursday #5 Supersets!

Everyone has their favourite thing to do in the gym.  Their go to workout when they can't be bothered walking to the gym let alone doing anything there.  Mine is something that is the baine of most peoples lives... I love supersets.  I can get bored quite easily when working out so supersets keeping things fast paced and interesting.  Mixing different workouts together and powering through them gets your heart rate up and your blood pumping.  I like to do a combination of body weight and weighted workouts.  This way just general cardio can be a little more interesting.  As time goes by you can see progress in your weights, skill and time.  When I first started I could do a double arm kettle bell swing at 8kg.  Now with good form I can do 16kg with one arm, double the weight, half the arms! 

It has also helped me build up my confidence and showed me that I can  do this.  Before starting I was so scared of hights I couldn't jump onto a box that was just above my knees.  Now I can smash out 15 box jumps and not miss one!

They have helped develop me in so many ways.  As much as I love them I am aware its not for everyone.  So many people are starting the gym this month and giving up not long after.  I bumped into an old friend of mine the other day at the gym.  It was her first time and she was worried it might also be her last.  She said to me that she was going to force herself to come in every week.  The second she said that I had to stop her.  This is one mistake that many people make when they join the gym.  They hit the tread mill, try to run for a bit, get a cramp and stop.  Nagging and nagging at themselves to go and repeat this every week.  This is not the way to do it!!  As much as the gym is for getting you fit it should be enjoyable.  Making yourself go when you don't want to will only make you hate it more.

I advised that she look at some classes, try out some stuff until she found something she likes.  I gave her a card for a PT that I know and also told her to check out stuff online to get ideas.  It is always good to start the gym with someone who has some experience and if you don't know anyone even two or three sessions with a PT can be a massive help.  I said she can give me a buzz if she wants a hand and I could put a plan together if she wants.  I love my supersets but finding what you love is key.

Hope you enjoyed my mini rant and keep strong!  See you all next Thursday!

Things I love Thursday #4 My New Bottle

I am not normally a "new year new me" kind of person however I am constantly setting goals for myself and this one just happened to fall near the start of the year!  I have a very bad habit of not drinking enough water.  Don't get me wrong water is my first choice of drink however it can be hard to drink as much as recommended in a day.  Like most things to do with keeping healthy there is a recommended daily intake, five fruit and veg a day, 2500ml/3000ml of water, no biscuits... but water can be hard.  With an average glass of water only being 250mls you would have to drink 10 to 15 glasses a day. 

For some people this might be easy but I needed a little helping hand.  You might remember my previous post about protein powder.  When I ordered a bulk of stuff and received a maxi nutrition water bottle.  It is 1L and one of the best things to happen to me!  Not only does it mean I have a great bottle with measurements so I can see how much I need to drink but it also is easy to use at the gym with its handy lid.  I know that if by lunch I have not drank at least a bottle I need to get drinking.

I suffer from migraines and bad headaches, drinking water really helps keep these at bay and something I recommend everyone does.  It doesn't just have to be drinking water though!  Green and any caffeine free teas are a great way to intake water.  One of the best ways to get water into your body is by eating watermelon!


I love my bottle, what helps you work out and keep healthy?  Comment below!

Things I love Thursday #3 Fit Family

This time of year can be really hard to keep motivated will all the cake and chocolate and roast potatoes and... anyway!  One thing that has made it a lot easier is the family around me.  Over the last year it hasn't just been me improving my life style.  My dad has always been good at playing football and hitting the gym but for myself if was something new and for my mum it was about finding the right things for her.

I have always been brought up to try new foods and to keep healthy.  My mum has started up nordic walking and yoga.  Seeing the progress in both of us has meant this year at Christmas we have still kept motivated.

This year I even hit the gym on Christmas Day without judgment from my family!  It's hard enough to keep healthy but when you don't have support from the people you are closest to.  I am really glad to have a supportive family! 

Sorry for the late post and I'll see you guys soon!