Rewards of Eating Right!

In my previous post, I spoke briefly about becoming ill due to not eating properly and allowing my anxiety (shopping during the pandemic) to take over my life. Today, I found out from my GP that my blood results came back and indicated my iron count is low. I must go and collect a prescriptionContinue reading “Rewards of Eating Right!”

Have Fun

Yes, I agree weight loss is a serious aspect that you’re incorporating into your life. However, who said you can’t enjoy yourself? I can list 5 things that I have fun with during my plant-based weight loss journey: Random recipe creation – I just cook a lot of vegetables together and sometimes it tastes amazing.Continue reading “Have Fun”

Work Hard

Nothing can be successfully achieved by doing nothing. One must strive to work hard at everything they do, to reap the benefits of success. I know it can be difficult to remain focused or even motivated on your goals, no matter the size. Remember that while the notion, ‘work hard’ is easy to say andContinue reading “Work Hard”

I Get so Weak

Before the pandemic, I was buying fresh fruits and vegetables, weekly. During the lockdown period, I continued to eat the foods my body needs. However, the past few months have been difficult. I feel anxious when buying groceries, due to a large percentage of the general public not adhering to the distance element of theContinue reading “I Get so Weak”

Dating a Meat Eater

A couple of months ago I began dating a meat-eater… I have told myself for the best part of a year, that I would only date someone who was plant-based. As I’ve given up meat, so it’s only right that the person I date doesn’t eat animals during mealtimes. During many of our conversations, IContinue reading “Dating a Meat Eater”

Workout Planner

How are you doing? I’m currently being phased back into work and I’m finding the whole experience quite strange. After all, I’ve become accustomed to waking up and lounging around, logging on for 0900 completely whatever work is there. Once I’ve logged off, I have a nap. Wake up. Eat lunch. Nap. Nothing exciting. I’veContinue reading “Workout Planner”

Dating and Dieting

Recently I jumped into the dating pool and started swimming again. It has been an interesting experience so far. The general, deciding where to eat together, where to explore and most importantly, staying safe from COVID-19. However, I’ve struggled with the first part of this new experience. Which is something I never thought I would?Continue reading “Dating and Dieting”

Welcome September 2020 (Belated)

I’ve only just realised that this wasn’t posted on the 1st – I had accidently schedualed it for the 21st. Apologies! This month I’ve decided to mix it up a bit and shorten some of the workouts. This is due to slowly returning to the office. I’m happy to be getting out more and buildingContinue reading “Welcome September 2020 (Belated)”

3 Things You Like About Yourself?

Before I started my weight loss journey, I couldn’t list one thing that I liked about myself. I hated every inch of my body. In particularly my thighs and my stomach, both of which bare my tiger stripes. I hated my body because to me, my reflection was ugly and undesirable.It has taken me aContinue reading “3 Things You Like About Yourself?”

Week One: Fatso’s Fitness – August 2020

Monday 3rd August I didn’t do much today; I’m menstruating and feel exhausted with everything that’s going on in my life. Do you know when your support networks are faulty? I ‘ve just wanted to sleep all day today. Tuesday 4th August I had planned on going out for a 45-minute walk. But that’s notContinue reading “Week One: Fatso’s Fitness – August 2020”

Fridays with Fatso

At my heaviest weight, the scales displayed 19 Stones and 4lbs. I can’t tell you how hard this is for me to write. I’m ashamed of myself for eating my way to that size. This week has been a challenging week, due to some thing’s I’m dealing with in my personal life. Not many peopleContinue reading “Fridays with Fatso”

About Earlier: Plant Based Burger & Co

I’m always hearing people express their perceived losses if they chose to switch to a plant-based diet. ‘But I won’t be able to eat burgers and I love burgers!’ Honestly, I get that change is scary and when it involves giving up something that you have been taught to love, i.e. eating animals; I doContinue reading “About Earlier: Plant Based Burger & Co”

Welcome August 2020

This month I’ve decided to focus on my cycling, as I’m not a great cyclist. I’ll be riding short distances first and seeing how I get on.I know cycling is great for an all-over body workout, so I aim to shed at least 8lbs this month.What are your fitness plans over the coming weeks? AndContinue reading “Welcome August 2020”