coffee and kilos

So, end of week 1 of the challenge and how did I fair? Dismal to say the least. I'm a bit annoyed, as I stuck to 'the plan' every day this week - and managed a 100g gain! I guess I need to step up the exercise. Hopefully next Tuesday I can report better news.

Speaking of news. Have you heard? The Broadsheet Cafe is coming to town! As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, this cafe will exist for 14 days and bring Melbournians the ultimate in coffee indulgence! I'm so excited - I LOVE my morning coffee and it will be well worth the trek over to Crossley St to order!

And I'm ashamed to admit that I only JUST discovered the Broadsheet website when a colleague told me about the cafe. It's a pretty awesome website which claims to be a "definitive guide to exploring Melbourne. These are some of our favourite spots, whether you're here for a day, a week or forever, check them out."

I'm sold!


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The 8 week challenge

LB has spent the last five weeks shedding 5kgs. I'm impressed to say the least. And it has made me envious. I have about 5kg to go to get to my ultimate WW goal, yet have hovered at the same weight for months now, with no motivation to really try and achieve what I set out to do.

So - introducing the 8 Week Challenge.

I'm joining LB on his quest to shed a further 5kg. I've given myself eight weeks - which will bring us to 19 April 2011 (with weigh in being every Tuesday). I plan on following the WW plan to the tee during these eight weeks - and showing my forgotten face at the gym to really kick things along.

Looking back over my weight chart on the WW online tools, I can't believe how many months have passed with zero movement. Back in May of 2010 I was three kilos lighter - I need to get back there and then lose a few more.

Having LB by my side will sure help. He has been unwavering in his quest to lighten up to lower his cholesterol. I'm so proud of him - and he's looking super sexy! Hopefully this is something we can achieve together - and be all the healthier for!

Stay tuned for week 1 results next Tuesday!

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