Another month is upon us, so new goals lay ahead. Check out my September 2016 goals and share yours in the comments!
Welcome to another great Wild Workout Wednesday Link Up where Annmarie from The Fit Foodie Mama, Jen from Pretty Little Grub, Michelle at Fruition Fitness and I bring you workout ideas, motivation, inspiration and recipes to try. Join us each week by reading along, linking up and grab the button to proudly display on your blog/in your posts!
<div class=”the-fit-foodie-mama-button” style=”width: 200px; margin: 0 auto;”>
<a href=”https://fitfulfocus.com” rel=”nofollow” target=”_blank”>
<img src=”http://thefitfoodiemama.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/10912598_10152638558488785_954023868_n.jpg” alt=”The Fit Foodie Mama” width=”200″ height=”200″ />
</a>
</div>
Can you believe September starts tomorrow? How the heck did that happen? Schools have started. Pumpkin things are surfacing. I’d be led to think fall was actually coming if Mama Nature wasn’t telling me otherwise.
Anywho, with a new month comes new goals, but first, a quick look back at how I did with my August goals.
August Nutrition Goals:
- Meal Plan – I did really well with this. I picked out some recipes (Did you see my Copycat RX Bars? Those are bomb), prepped everything and stuck with my meals for the week. Grade: A+
- Mostly Paleo – I did pretty well with this, as well. During the week, I ate almost exclusively Paleo, and then I let myself be a little more lax over the weekend. Grade: A-
August Fitness Goals:
- Don’t miss a run – I did miss one weekday run thanks to some (ahem) time-of-the-month troubles, and I subbed one for a spin date with a friend. Grade: B+
- Strength train 3x a week – A friend coerced me into doing Kayla Itsines’ Bikini Body Guide program. I’d heard good things about it and it actually works out really well with my running plan. Doing it with a friend has held also me accountable. Grade: A+
- Lose 5 pounds – After I posted this last month, I received a few comments about how trying to lose weight while marathon training isn’t the best idea. So I decided to put this aside. I’m hoping that this will just end up being a nice side effect of the workouts and the eating better, but I’m not going to worry about the scale right now. Grade: Incomplete
August Life Goals:
- Focus – I did really well with focusing on fitness and nutrition this month. If I average my grades together, I think I’ll give myself an A-. Honor roll, here I come!
So, what’s on my goal list for September? Will and I are heading on a nice long vacation next week (!!!). We’re heading to London, Brussels, Nice and Paris; I could not be more excited! Since that vacation is going to take up a good chunk of my month, a lot of my September goals focus around that.
Nutrition Goals
- Don’t Go Crazy – In the past, I’ve used vacations as an excuse to eat all the things. That said, I’ve never been on vacation with all my food allergies or while marathon training. This time around, I want to insure I enjoy food (and wine!) from different countries, but I’m definitely still going to be careful about what I eat (both allergy-wise and portion-wise). I want my tummy to stay happy so I can enjoy exploring Europe and so I can keep up with my training.
Fitness Goals
- Stick with my Plan Over Vacation – I let Coach Suz know that I’d be traveling, so she’s factoring that into my September running plan. I definitely still want to run while on vacation, in fact, running in new places is one of my favorite things to do. That said, I don’t want to have a 20-miler in an unknown city, and I want to save my legs for all the walking and exploring we’ll be doing. I have no doubt Susie will do a great job adjusting my plan, so I want to do her proud and stick to the runs I do have while on vacation. I also want to stick with my BBG (Bikini Body Guide) workouts. I may have to modify a bit since I won’t have access to a gym, but since the workouts are only 30 minutes, I’m sure I can figure out a way to squeeze them in.
- Abide By the Walk Rule – I have a rule when I’m anywhere that if I it will take 45 minutes or less to get to my destination by foot, then I’ll walk. The cities we’re heading to are very walker friendly, so I plan on sticking to this rule. Plus, it will save us some money!
That’s it! Keeping it short and focused this month. I’m pumped for vacation and also for some fabtabulous guest posters who will be taking over the blog while I’m away. Stay tuned!
What’s good with you on this Wild Workout Wednesday? Share your latest posts below and/or share with #wildworkoutwednesday. Full link up rules here.
Let’s Chat:
How’d you do with your August goals?
What are you goals for the month ahead?
Wait! What homemade RX bars?!?! I am checking that out ASAP ASAP ASAP!
sarah@creatingbettertomorrow recently posted…Strong Core Workout
Yes, please do! And let me know if you try them!
I love the Walk rule! And I know that you will have the most amazing time in Europe–plus you will get to run those cities, which will be incredible!
I’m SO excited to run in them!! So so excited! I think one of my long runs is in Nice so I’m gunna try to find a route along the beach!
I love the walk rule. What a good idea!
Rachel recently posted…How to Pick The Perfect Running Shoe
Thanks! It’s a good way to keep moving!
Look at you crushing your August goals! I am not sure that I did mine….kinda felt like I was all over the place this month! Definitely going to start Sept fresh and ready to make things happen!
Annmarie recently posted…DVRT Ultimate Sandbag WOD for Runners
It’s hard when you’re running around and get thrown off your routine.
I like these goals, I am going on vacation soon and am trying to keep it active! With everything getting busier it really takes focus to stay on track. Thanks for the motivation!
Eliannah Hunderfund recently posted…Oblique Burn Workout
Oh fun – where are you headed?
yay for killing those goals!! I’m so excited about your trip for you!! Take lots of photos!
Hope you’ll stop by to link up to Best of Blogs today!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt recently posted…Smoky & Sweet Vegetarian Crock Pot Baked Beans
Your walk rule is a great idea! Enjoy your trip! Thanks for the link up today
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner recently posted…Reston Century Bike Ride & Sassy Cyclist
Sounds like you’ve got a great plan. I’m pretty jealous of your trip! Have fun!
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Why Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Your plans for September sound great and very reasonable, especially with your travel. I hope you have a great vacation!
Kimberly G recently posted…#BeOpen to #HearItAll with AfterShokz Trekz Titanium Wireless Headphones
That walk rule is great and totally doable in European cities. When I travel I walk a whole lot more than when I’m at home. Have the best time on your vacation.
Jen @ Pretty Little Grub recently posted…Coconut Almond Crusted Halibut with Mango Avocado Salsa
Same! I want to explore all the things.
Girllll I want to drop 5 lbs too but decided since I always gain a little with marathon training that I’ll try to stay healthy and worry about that afterwards. Great job-I’ve tried some of the Kayla Itsines workouts which are fun.
Lauren recently posted…Chicago Marathon Training 2016 Weeks 7,8,9 Recap
You’d think all the calorie burning would help but I guess wanting to eat all the things detracts from losing pounds haha. Kayla’s workouts are tough but I love that they’re short and sweet (and by sweet I mean sweaty).
Congrats on achieving most of your August goals – losing weight while training for a marathon is almost impossible – yet you become leaner through the training anyway! Have fun on the awesome upcoming trip! Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy!
Thank you!!!
Great job on your August goals, and I LOVE your walk rule. I might have to incorporate something similar into my life.
Carmy and I host a monthly goals link up, I’d love for you to link up with one of us!
Ange // Cowgirl Runs recently posted…Polar M600 All I’ve Ever Wanted in a Fitness Watch
You should! It’s a great rule. I started it when I was studying abroad in London back in the day. And I’d love to link up with you guys!
I really like the walk rule! Have a fantastic vacay.
vicki recently posted…Fall Race Calendar
Girl if you need ANY help what – so – ever, while on vacation with your food allergies… Hit me up! I am the queen of getting what I want regardless of where I am 😉 hahaha!
GiGi Eats recently posted…I’m Ripping Off The Band-Aid And Asking
Oh yes!! I’d love your tips if you’ve been to Brussels/Brugge, Nice and/or Paris! Places to go where to shop, etc!
Dang girl, you did great on your goals! Great job! I am very envious of your European vacay, I hope you have a wonderful time! Missed you at FitRetreat the other weekend!
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets recently posted…City Fit Girls FitRetreat 2016
I’m so bummed I couldn’t go!
I’m just the opposite…I eat better while on vacation, especially overseas, than at home. This is why I need to win the lottery, quit my job and travel year round…I’d be so healthy!! Have fun!
haha that sounds like the perfect life to me!
Nicole you did great with your August goals and I can’t wait to see how your September ones pan out! Sticking to a plan on vacation is hard but you really pay for it 10 folds if you don’t somewhat!
I always feel worse if I let everything go to pot!
Oh and I got to try that protein bar recipe!!! Thanks for that!
Tricia @MissSippiPiddlin recently posted…My 3D Body Scan
I’ve very excited to try those homemade RX Bars! The coffee one is my fav. And I love Kayla’s workouts, it’s nice that they are easy to do when you travel because it’s mostly bodyweight exercises. A goal I have for September is to eat cleaner snacks. Now I snack on popcorn or crackers on the weekend and granola bars during the week. It could be worse, but I want to find real food alternatives.
Patricia @Sweet and Strong recently posted…New Workouts and Weekend Highlights
I hope you try them – they’re amazing!! And yes – Kayla’s workout are fab. I’ve been doing them at home, and it’s so nice not to schlep to the gym. I have lots of healthy snack ideas if you’d like them!
Ok…copycat RX Bars??? Also, didn’t we just talk August goals? Why is time FLYIN?!
Michelle @ Fruition Fitness recently posted…Paleo Meal Prep Overview for a Busy Schedule
Yes – they’re BOMB! and seriously – the month flew!
I love the walk rule! Very clever!
AutumnPTW recently posted…Green Velvet Cacao Nib Smoothie Recipe
Thank you for sharing your goals with us. I think it’s a great way to stay on top of them and keep yourself accountable. I particularly like the walk rule. I think I’m going to do that as well. 🙂
Andy Atari recently posted…The Weight Loss Secret the USDA Doesn’t Want You to Know
It’s a great one to add to your arsenal 🙂