Fitness | Tone it Up ~ Love Your Body Challenge

Happy Sunday! I hope that you have all had a good week. I know sometimes it is difficult getting back into the whole 'back to work' and 'back to school' routine. I struggled this week with getting back into the swing of things at work. As you will know I have started the Tone it Up Love Your Body challenge this week and you may have seen my crazy tweets so I thought that I would give you all an update of my first week.

I have noticed on twitter, instagram and even on my personal facebook that a lot of people have started a new fitness or 'diet' plan. Being the new year this is a popular choice for a 'resolution' after the over indulgence of Christmas. However, although this is a positive things I just wanted to chat about the difference between a 'diet' and a lifestyle change. I see so many people take on a new 'diet' plan lose weight and then put it back on a couple of months down the line. Why is this? Simply because these plans are usually too restrictive and once people slowly fall back into their old eating habits the weight creeps back on. Not good right? No. I don't believe in diets at all, I believe in a healthy lifestyle and moderation. This is why I love Tone It Up because this is what the girls work so hard to promote.

So if you are thinking about embarking on a 'diet' why not think of it differently, take a step back and think about what you really want to achieve. If you want to change your lifestyle for the better, be healthier and get more exercise then go ahead and make that change but in a sensible and sustainable manner. I'm always around to chat whether by email or twitter if you want any tips or motivation. I am 31 years old and never been above a UK size 10 (US size 6) because of the healthy lifestyle I lead! If you are embarking on a lifestyle change get in touch and let me know :)

Run, run run! I have really upped my running miles this week and I have been loving it. I am so proud that I have ran 11.40 miles this week! My luluemon order came in on Friday and I have been loving my new running top. I decided to get the Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve as the weather is a bit cooler at the moment and it really makes a difference! I love the thumb holes on the sleeves as they keep my hands warm ~ it's the little things right? I also picked up the Wunder Under Crops and they are honestly the most comfortable pair of workout crops I have ever owned. If you have the money to spend I would highly recommend any luluemon gear! So aside from my amazing new gear I have had a good week. I also increased my water intake and I feel so much better for it. I no longer get an afternoon energy slump in the office or headaches. 

I have loved looking at everyone's updates on Instagram. If anyone is in need of some inspiration go and check out the hashtags #LoveYourBody and #100byVDay, some seriously inspirational ladies! What I love most about the Tone it Up community is how everyone supports each other and if you are having a bad day we are all there to lift each other up. You are never alone. 

Let me know in the comments if you have started a new fitness plan this week and how your week has been!