Monday Morning Wellbeing Inspiration

We just received this note from someone who took part in one of our sessions back in February and I wanted to share it as another illustration of the great results that can be achieved in a very short space of time with some focused wellbeing actions.

'Since the programme, I am pleased and proud to report that I have lost 22lb in weight.  I ran my first half marathon in June and have registered for another in 8 weeks time.

I bought a bike and have fallen in love with cycling and now even enjoy the time I spend in the gym which was previously my idea of hell!

I have transformed my diet in that I am now vegan and I have never felt so alive and healthy.

I stay hydrated and sleep at least 8 hours every night, more if I can.

 

Long may this new lifestyle continue...

Thank you and regards.'

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Some Wellbeing Inspiration for the Spring

Time for some new progress updates from a selection of our recent workshop participants.  

As usual, the route to success is a familiar one with all these people identifying simple changes and taking prompt and consistent action.  Always illustrating how much can be achieved in just a few weeks when you put your mind to it...

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I really took on board the contents of your presentation!!!

I have cut my alcohol consumption by 25%, not always sticking to the mon-thurs rule but having the same net effect! I have also cut down to one cup of tea a day reducing my caffeine and also resulting in 6 fewer spoons of sugar a day! I have lost 5 pounds, sleep better, I had quite raw skin on my face and it is so much better!!!

I have started to relax by giving myself jobs to do when I get home, I am a home maker and anything to make the home better will help me relax!

  

Thanks for the inspiration!

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I have improved eating breakfast most days and I also added to this objective to chew my food!   And I have discovered food tastes better when you actually chew it

I am working hard on my posture when at my desk and driving.

I have begun reviewing my diary in an effort to make time for exercise in the week – still work in progress

Thanks again, I found this useful to check myself

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I’m doing my very best to get 10,000 steps in every day by making it a point to take a walk at lunch with my pedometer – no matter what!

 

Being more conscious of my water intake too. Still working on portion sizes….I do love my food! It’s mostly all healthy though.

Thanks again and see you soon

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Can't believe where time goes!
I'm very well thank you, I hope you're doing well too?

I've made good progress with going to the gym 5x a week, and water consumption. I've managed to get my 5k run down to 27 mins and feel fitter and healthier for it.

Eating habits have been more challenging, going for regular breaks and eating right whilst at work being my main opportunity still, however have got better with days off and meals when at home.

Sleep - hmmm I'm still up! Some days are better than others but still lots of room for improvement.

I'm following you on twitter so I can keep you up to date, and get hints and tips.

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Hope you're well - thank you for the reminder about my personal well being targets.

- I have joined a running club along the Thames Path route which has given me some me time and inspires me to get home at a decent hour after work to enjoy that release
- I am getting better at making time for breakfast every day - I would say I manage it 3 times a week and the other mornings grab a banana for the car so it's still something I need to work on
- I bought a flask and have it on my desk throughout the day which has helped me rehydrate and reduced headaches I was having for a while.

Thanks again

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Thanks for the reminder, I have been trying hard, only managed small steps but feel better:

1. Exercise has not increased as much as I would have liked, but I do get off the tube one stop earlier which means just under a mile walk to the office - a good start to the day rather than battling through hundreds of people ! 

2. Definitely drinking more water and probably less coffee, still need to drink less coffee

3. Eating more fruit, nuts rather than biscuits and looking at sugar content

4. Sleep pattern has improved

  

Thanks for your support

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Wellness Updates, Inspiration & Determination

We like to stay in touch with everyone we work with and we've had some great updates this week from a group we last saw a month ago.  

They all committed to make some changes with their wellness and here's how some of them are getting on.  As usual it's simple changes that make the biggest difference.  Remember this when thinking about your own lifestyle changes...

'All is good here.  I have stopped picking between meals and I am exercising regularly (swimming and jogging).  I feel good and energised. I am working on achieving my target!'

'I have managed at least 1 off-road bike ride each week (1 hour) during the working day and I am definitely drinking more water.'

'I have been running, rowing and playing football on Sundays and meeting my aim of a minimum 3 activities per week. Have also been doing some things with the family – my youngest son and I went cycling together covering about 12K and he sometimes has cycled whilst I run.'

'All well.  I shifted my exercise routine to mid-afternoons which seems to work really well for me.  I’m doing some yoga/stretching early am and late pm too.'

'My posture in the office is improving. Actually I have changed my office chair in order to help to improve more.'

'I am doing ok. Almost daily exercise for 20 minutes on treadmill or equivalent.'

And we loved this update on one participant regarding their objectives:

• Run 10 x before end March they say the first one is the hardest… but I will make it...

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More Wellness Changes Paying Dividends in 2014

Earlier this week we shared some simple lifestyle changes that a few of our workshop participants had implemented over recent weeks and already benefited from hugely in 2014.  

A number of you said that you found the information useful as a top-up to your New Year motivation so here are some more success stories from individuals who decided in early December to give a higher priority to their health and wellbeing.

'I have made several small steps that have helped me massively.  I wake up 15 minutes earlier to give me time for a good breakfast and I began taking 5 smaller meals and snacks through the day.  I've increased my fruit intake, added nuts to my routine and am much better at staying hydrated.  I still ride my bike to work and have added some swimming to my weekly routine.  I no longer allow my phone into the bedroom which helps me unwind more easily at the end of the day and I sleep better.'

'Unbelievably I've lost 3.5kg since Christmas.  I feel much better.  I joined a gym and have been 2-3 times each week.  I'm drinking more water and less coffee and have slept at least 7 hours every night.'

'Eating more regular, smaller meals has given me steady energy levels leading to better concentration and more sustainable effectiveness at work and home.  I stay hydrated, have reduced my sugar intake, I'm using an App to count my daily steps and I'm getting back into running as part of my exercise routine.'

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