A new blog ... and a weight loss update

I wish I could share the emotions of the last 12 weeks with you all.


In 12 weeks I have lost 12 kg. That is 12% of my starting weight lost. That is huge!


For 12 weeks I have taken part in THE BEST weight loss and fitness program I have ever seen. And trust me - I know what I am talking about.

The best because it teaches you how to eat and why. The best cause it challenges you to get strong and fit and make NO excuses. The best because it supports you emotionally, 24 hours a day online. The BEST because you are taught by MICHELLE BRIDGES, the personal trainer of the biggest loser. And yes - she does respond to my tweets, facebook posts and messages.

THE best program because Michelle works with you every week on your mindset. Why you have gained weight. And works through every excuse and emotion and stupid habit that has gotten you here. And she gives you the tools to beat them

If you are struggling with your weight, if you want to change your world - PLEASE consider checking out her program. Yes - you can do it from anywhere in the world.

The site is www.12wbt.com

Registration will open again soon. The preseason starts in January to make sure you are READY mind and body for the weight loss to begin. The season starts in February.

In the meantime I AM NOT STOPPING. To keep me focussed I have started this blog - The courage to start. This is going to cover my journey in the off season, the weight I am going to lose, and my fitness journey once the new season begins.

Come and have a look. Come and follow my blog. Come back and encourage me - this is a long journey - I need all the help I can get!

But above all - if you have struggled, come and follow me for a while and see what it's all about. There is no fad diet here. It is eating less, moving more and changing your mindset. And if you think it could work for you come join me.

This could change your life. It certainly has mine.

Organising me ... and it's FREE!

Honest answer. I want to make some changes around here. Changes with my health. Changes that effect my energy. How much I move. The fun we have a t home.

I don't want to be a skinny minnie. But I want to be moving, exercising, chasing my girl, and eating the right foods. And I need more energy! That girl of mine keeps me on my toes!

The thing is ... I know I'm not alone!

SO when I found this awesome resource I had to share!



The Australian Government has created MEASURE UP It's a campaign to get Australian's to work on reducing their waist line, and decrease the risk of health issues related to obesity.

Onto the organising tool ....

HERE is a link to a downloadable 12 week planner!

You can order the actual book if you are an Australian HERE!
(order form) And they are FREE

Inside you find 12 weeks worth of menu planners and meal diaries, activity planners, shopping lists ... so many resources to help motivate you, plan your life and move to a healthier happier lifestyle!









I'm starting mine tomorrow ... can't wait to see how it goes!

Gluten free expo - INSPIRED again!!

My husband is gluten free as he was diagnosed with coeliac disease just before we were married. As a dietitian - he coped well. As a newlywed - I had to learn fast.

Yesterday we went to Brisbane to the Gluten free expo and allergy fair. It was FUN!

Every stand had something safe to eat. All those products we don't normally buy and try. None of us bought food during the day - we had enough samples for the three of us for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.

It was fun. But it isn't how we eat. Too much packaged. Too much processed. My tummy is hurting today.

Where it did inspire me was getting to listen to Sue Shepherd talk. She is a dietitian who has a VERY successful business model - and writes a lot for coeliacs. And other food allergies. Watching her make tabouli (from quinoa no less!) and talk about the glory of Chia seeds has me aching to get back into cooking from real, whole ingredients for our family.

Food ? Cooking ? Organising ? Yep - totally fits on an organising blog. Food is one of those things I need to plan and fit into my day to ensure it WILL happen the way I want. The shopping, the meal planning ... and healthy food sometimes needs a bit of planning ...

The other reason I was inspired ... I got to talk to Jo of kitchenaid, and learnt a few new tricks for my beautiful girl - my kitchenaid stand mixer. Plus she has me thinking I could try to make gluten free pasta. I am SO excited by this thought!

Gluten free food is often simple and rustic in my mind, and although the pasta may not be picture perfect due to it's fragileness ... I just can't wait to try fresh pasta again. Fresh pasta. A simple sauce. Salad. Nothing better for dinner in my mind.

I'll blog about our adventures as we go. (of course). Right now, I have a sick girl who needs some loving!