Hey dolls, I hope you are all well!
It's January 2018 and everyone is jumping on the new year bandwagon; making lists, setting goals and looking forward to a positive future.
Self-care is high up there on the list of priorities for 2018 in many people's lives whether that means starting regular meditation, eating healthy, getting fit or whatever it means for you to be the best you!
Sometimes when we start something new like going for a walk with a friend in the evenings or joining an active class we need something that makes it more exciting.
The fashion side of fitness can be a great way to get yourself motivated and STAY motivated! Looking good while you workout can give you that extra bit of confidence you need to stay in the game long after January.
There is some gorgeous fitness fashion out there at the moment and these are some of my favourites!
Body by Byram is the new active wear collection by Amanda Byram who is one of the many queens of fitness owning the game at the moment. Check out some of these gorgeous bits from the collection. The range is available from Selfridges, Pamela Scott and Arnotts. (This is not an ad, I just really like them!)
LOVE this Grey and Mint Jacket with the cut out detail in the back. Shop here.
Hey Dolls,
New year, new me - as the saying goes. I've decided to set myself a small challenge to keep me going for the first quarter of 2017. After having Sienna I wanted to get my fitness level back to where it was prior to pregnancy. I thought the Great Ireland Run would be a great start. It is only 5k so it is very manageable. For the more athletic out there, there is also the 10k run.
I wanted to start slow and build my fitness as I feel like I've a new body post baby. It's hard getting back into running but I'm finding the training plans available from the Great Ireland Run, a great tool. I'm taking it slowly, and following the 12 week plan. I've just finished my first week and it was more enjoyable than I thought. For everyone else taking part or thinking about taking part, there is still time with over 10 weeks to go to the event. Just remember to take it day by day, small goals.
I knew getting back to the gym and being more active would be a struggle but I think following small goals really helps. Seeing the small bit of progression each time really encourages me to keep going. I’m also fundraising for Tallaght Cancer Support Group, a cause very close to my heart. Having that as motivation is also working.
I’m really excited for the day itself. I’ve heard it's great day out for all the family, with kids races and entertainment. It’s not just a good excuse to get off the couch and stick to the new years resolutions we make each year.
I would love if my followers got involved and signed up with me to do the run. Let’s all support each other. Here is the link to sign up www.greatirelandrun.org
If you would like to sponsor me and donate to the Tallaght Cancer Support group check out my go fund me page. https://www.gofundme.com/great-Ireland-run
I hope you will join me in the run and best of luck with the training.
Love Grace xox
Hey girls,
If you are new to my blog or new to weigh loss and fitness then todays blog post might help.
I wanted to share some tips when getting started. The thing that got me started on my weight loss was wanting to look and feel good for summer. Now that summer is here I am so happy I started in January. If you have decided that tomorrow is the start for you then please stick at it.
The three things you need to remember when starting to lose weight is, organisation & preparation is key, stick with the plan, and it will all be worth it in the end.
The first couple of weeks of my Slimming World journey where not always plan sailing. I had craving, I was fed up with salad and I was ALWAYS hungry! The more the weeks went on my stomach got smaller and I very rarely felt hungry. I keep full on free food and I changed my meals around so I wasn't always having salad. I find now that being more adventurous and trying new dishes really helps and excites me when cooking.
Tomorrow is the start of my 4 week challenge and I am starting off with a 5k run. If you are new to this start out light. I always run and walk as I haven't built up my running ability just yet. Rome wasn't built in a day and remember fitness takes time. I am then going to do a quick ab and squat session before getting ready for work.
I am going to change up my morning exercises and will be doing some personal training with Damy and spin classes too.
Remember you have to start somewhere and you have to really want it. You need to work hard, stay focused and have self discipline. And of course you need to treat yourself every now and again. Just not every day like you usually would.
I hope this helps and I cant wait to see the #FacesByGrace4WeekChallenge pictures.
Also check out the Sunday World magazine today as there is a 4 page spread with myself and Joanne Larby all about our weight loss journeys :)
If you are new to my blog or new to weigh loss and fitness then todays blog post might help.
I wanted to share some tips when getting started. The thing that got me started on my weight loss was wanting to look and feel good for summer. Now that summer is here I am so happy I started in January. If you have decided that tomorrow is the start for you then please stick at it.
The three things you need to remember when starting to lose weight is, organisation & preparation is key, stick with the plan, and it will all be worth it in the end.
The first couple of weeks of my Slimming World journey where not always plan sailing. I had craving, I was fed up with salad and I was ALWAYS hungry! The more the weeks went on my stomach got smaller and I very rarely felt hungry. I keep full on free food and I changed my meals around so I wasn't always having salad. I find now that being more adventurous and trying new dishes really helps and excites me when cooking.
Tomorrow is the start of my 4 week challenge and I am starting off with a 5k run. If you are new to this start out light. I always run and walk as I haven't built up my running ability just yet. Rome wasn't built in a day and remember fitness takes time. I am then going to do a quick ab and squat session before getting ready for work.
I am going to change up my morning exercises and will be doing some personal training with Damy and spin classes too.
Remember you have to start somewhere and you have to really want it. You need to work hard, stay focused and have self discipline. And of course you need to treat yourself every now and again. Just not every day like you usually would.
I hope this helps and I cant wait to see the #FacesByGrace4WeekChallenge pictures.
Also check out the Sunday World magazine today as there is a 4 page spread with myself and Joanne Larby all about our weight loss journeys :)
Stay Happy and Healthy
Love Grace xox
Hey dolls
Please excuse the mess of the blog post but my Mac still thinks I can speak Arabic
After a holiday of over indulging and not being very active.... More like falling asleep at every given
opportunity haha, I have decided I want to set myself a mini fitness goal
Starting Monday I want to exercise on a daily basis, whether it be going for a run, a walk or doing some squats and ab work in my front room. I want to start incorporating excise into my daily routine. One question I get asked so often is, if exercise is necessary to help with weight loss. For me, the first month and a half was down to my diet 100% I ate properly and avoided all junk food. In the last few months I have tried to be more active and go for regular runs/walks.
I really want to be able to run long distance. I find running releases so much stress and I always feel a million times better after it. It releases happy endorphins and over all has an amazing impact on your fitness. I will also be doing a mini workout at home and will try do 30 minutes a day. Once I have come up with my exercise plan I will share it with you. On top of all this I will be still doing my personal training session with Damy from Method Fitness. The pain of my muscles after a workout with Damy is nothing I could ever achieve on my own. He really pushes me and makes me do things I never thought I could. I will also share mine and Damy's workout plan so that you too can do the exercises from the comfort of you own home or in you local park.
I would love for you all to get involved and if you need more motivation you should join the group I set up on Facebook called The7amClub. It is such an amazing environment where everyone shares ideas, tips recipes and inspiration. I would love if you tagged me on Instagram or FaceBook in your fitness pictures and use the hashtag #FacesByGrace4WeekChallenge.
Starting Monday fresh and active
I hope to see you all join in
Stay healthy & happy
Love Grace xox
Love Grace xox
Hey lovelies,
I felt amazing after this hour long class, totally relaxed and slept like a baby last night.
I will definitely be keeping this up and have more blog post related to it. Yoga hub have a variety of different classes to suit everyone.
Visit their website here to learn more about them and view their time table
I would recommend yoga to everyone, fitness fanatics, athletes, even pregnant women
As you all know I am on a journey to a new healthier and cleaner lifestyle. Although I have fallen off the wagon in the last few weeks I am jumping back up on to the bad boy.
I have partnered up with Yoga Hub to bring you a various blog post about yoga and healthy eating.
Every Friday I will be bringing you a Friday Fitness post all about healthy eating and fitness. I hope you enjoy
Every Friday I will be bringing you a Friday Fitness post all about healthy eating and fitness. I hope you enjoy
Yoga hub is located in the heart of Dublin, in Camden place. It is a calm and relaxing studio where one can take time out from the busy lifestyle, de-stress, exercise and grab a bite to eat in their amazing vegan and gluten free cafe.
I had the pleasure of attending one of Sarah-Janes Yoga 1 classes last night and had an amazing experience. I have always been a fan of yoga in the past and used it as a great method last year while I was losing weight.
It is one of my favourite ways to relax as well as exercise. There is a large misconception with yoga and many people believe it is all mediation. As the class begins and ends with slight meditation and mindfullness don't be fool, you will break a sweat.
Depending on the type of yoga and the intensity of it will determine the level of exercise you do.
In last nights class it was more of a beginners yoga where we learned to breathe properly and preformed some sun salutations.
Sarah- Jane lead us through our practise is a calm and relaxed manner but was always there to guild us in our movements.
I will definitely be keeping this up and have more blog post related to it. Yoga hub have a variety of different classes to suit everyone.
Visit their website here to learn more about them and view their time table
Namaste
Grace xox
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