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School sports day today – subject to weather

Posted on 15 July, 2010 by Nicki

The boys primary school has their sports day today but its been raining this morning and the thought of sitting on a cold, wet field is not something I fancy!! We are scheduled to have a picnic afterwards and if … Continue reading →

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I’ve discovered another benefit of exercise!

Posted on 21 May, 2010 by Nicki

I can’t shove food down my throat while I’m running or riding my bike – plus our utility room is far to small to exercise in, so I can’t do it near the fridge either!!  And when I’m doing weights, … Continue reading →

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I’ve Plateaued!

Posted on 10 May, 2010 by Nicki

Cods wallup I hear you say – but I have – I think!! I have slowed right down on the weight loss however the occasional half an inch has gone from various parts of me – so I know I’m … Continue reading →

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Must be mad – went on a 10.43 mile bike ride

Posted on 8 May, 2010 by Nicki

Went for a bike ride with SS a couple of nights ago. We thought we’d have a jolly little ramble down some country lanes – had a fine old time whizzing down the hills. Getting up them wasn’t that great … Continue reading →

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Can I lose weight by calorie counting?

Posted on 28 April, 2010 by Nicki

And do I care!!  LOL  I have tried every diet in the book, even tried to eat the book once.  Then I went to a dietitian and they said move more.  After I stopped laughing I said no!  How can … Continue reading →

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School Holiday Madness is about to descend

Posted on 2 April, 2010 by Nicki

Are you ready?? We have brushed the dust off our picnic blanket and National Trust cards and taken shares in Shell so with a bit of luck we should get some away days in!! I’m hoping the weather brightens up … Continue reading →

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Aching all over today due to sibling rivalry

Posted on 21 March, 2010 by Nicki

I went running with my BB2 yesterday and tried to keep up at his pace. I lasted less than a mile though it did feel good being able to keep up for that long. We completed a 4 mile circuit … Continue reading →

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Am I resistant to resistance training?

Posted on 8 March, 2010 by Nicki

Had a busy day yesterday tidying the garden and pottering about in the sun. Planted some veggies out and cut the grass – gardens looking neat and tidy again!! Went for a run and managed to get round with out … Continue reading →

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So, what is the process of losing weight?

Posted on 13 February, 2010 by Nicki

I was wondering this as I’m feeling like I’m running to stand still at the moment. My inner critic (Fat Bint) is telling me I’m not doing enough and that I’m losing weight too slowly. So I googled the question … Continue reading →

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Happy 2010 to everyone! And what a lovely day it is too!!

Posted on 1 January, 2010 by Nicki

Started off here with a heavy frost, my green car had turned white!! But it has now developed into a bright sunny day. Since blogging last I have done my 1st road run, well 2 actually as I did one … Continue reading →

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