Maxine's Challenge - the beginning

So I've entered the Maxine's Challenge and have been living the life of a challenger for a week now. It really is a pretty good program they provide - nutrition plans, training plans and a forum which lots of people are using already. One week down and I'm doing pretty well. We had a wedding in Adelaide on the weekend and that was always going to be a challenge - eating out for every meal. But I managed to find meals that weren't too bad - definitely different to what I would normally order but I really enjoyed it! I probably didn't have as many protein shakes as was in the plan, but I don't see that as a huge problem. Trent and I even managed to get to the gym! I find it hilarious that we were there for less than 24 hours and we still managed to find time for exercise - bring it on!! I had planned to do a weights workout but when I got to the gym I realised that the machines were all different and it would have aken too long to work out how to use them. So I ended up doing a bit of a cardio set - treadmill, chin ups, sit ups, push-ups, squats, stairs, abs.......was great!

Today I spent quite a bit of time prepping my lunches for the coming week - chicken, sweet potato and stir fry veg. It took a long time but I now have breakfast, lunch and snacks all sorted for the week - no excuses!

Also got the Max's WPI last week. Couldn't get the Maxine's burn as it has carb blockers and fat burners which are no good for breastfeeding. Listen to me - sounding like I know what I'm talking about! Hahahaha. Thanks to Mass Nutrition Chermside for not making me feel stupid when I go in and have no idea what I'm talking about!

Got the chocolate powder but think I'll try vanilla next time. Will also get some protein bars because it will give me another option so things don't get boring.

I thought it might be a good idea to put down some of my goals for the challenge to keep me honest and reflect on in 12 weeks time...... 

1. 6 pack!!!

2. Lower body fat to 16% (currently 22%)

3. Don't miss a training day - must do SOMETHING every day 

4. No cheat meals - will be tough for my birthday/camping but need to be organised

5. Do not let the challenge effect my ability to breastfeed Matilda

That's about it! Sounds easy - we'll see!!