Another 3 months gone just like that! It really is a small percentage of my life but so worth the commitment. I have been a TT fan and follower for awhile now. I really love the TT workouts. I also like that new programmes are always coming out. I like new challenges and constantly pushing myself.
I joined TTC10 and didn’t focus on keeping the weight off afterwards. ‘Life’ and everything that goes with it got in the way and I lost focus and discipline. I was talking to someone recently who said to me ‘the definition of discipline is choosing between want you want now and what you want most’. So true! I joined TTC11 to get that awesome accountability that is so essential for following a weight loss programme. I mean if you have no one to answer to or no support then giving up is so much easier. Luckily, even when doubting submitting my essay the guys on the forum give me the kick up the ass that I needed. So here we go…
During the contest I have been exercising 4-5 times per week
So far I have done
- 2 weeks of TT Big 5 workout
- 4 weeks of TT xtreme depletion
- 4 weeks of July 2011 TT Buff guys and hot gals
- 2 weeks of TT clash of the Titans
Food - eating when hungry, stopping when full. I eat mostly natural, unprocessed foods such as lean protein (chicken, turkey and fish) tons of fruit and veg, low fat dairy products, and carbs such as quinoa, brown rice and sweet potatoes. Dabbled with cheat your way thin – did it in my own way though as I’m not one for following diets strictly (as they send me a bit loopy). For the last 6 weeks of the contest I did low carb Monday-Thursday. I included low GI carbs Friday/Saturday and had a cheat on Saturday night/Sunday (I will admit this was usually alcohol!). It was the scenic route in a lot of ways. But as far as I’m concerned the last contest taught me slow and steady wins the race. I feel I can maintain the results of this contest and also move forward.
The TT forum has been great. The support is unreal and having access to new workouts keeps it fresh. I like going to the gym with a plan and getting stuck in. Thanks Craig for providing us with the best programme ever! I wear my TT t-shirt with pride and think everyone should know about it.
Start weight 10 stone 11lbs
6 week weight 10 stone 2 lbs
Down 9lbs
Start measurements
Chest 37 now 36 (down 1 inch)
Waist 34 now 30.5 (down 3.5 inches)
Hips 37 now 36 (down 1 inch)
Thigh 21 now 20 (down 1 inch)
9lbs down and 6.5 inches off. Not too shabby! I have also put on some muscle from the body fat measurements.
My ultimate goal is to get below 10 stone (9 stone 7lb would be good!). I will keep going until I achieve that whether it is during another contest or not. I will also have more of a plan and keep on track after the contest. As Craig always says 'Never, never give up'. That's the plan!
