So guys! I am finally ready to lose some weight. My realistic goal is 10st7 (147lbs) but if I lost more than that I'd be ecstatic!
I intend on losing this weight through increasing my exercise to 3 times a week minimum and using herbalife.
If you haven't heard of herbalife, it's a very successful programme (my particular programme is for weight loss) which manages to decrease your calorie intake but still allows you to receive all the nutrients you need AND you still get to eat 1 meal a day of your choice as well as shakes to replace your other meals. Really excited to start this as I have high hopes for my 1st month helping me lose a fair bit of weight :)
Thinking of creating another blog surrounding my weight loss and workout journey and routine. Perhaps some YouTube videos to accompany it and make it all a little more 'hands on'
Let me know what you think?
Lots of love, Alex x
About Me
- Alex*Maria
- My name is Alex and I am a full-time student nurse living in Birmingham. I thought I'd blog my way through my training to give others some insight and information, as well as giving myself a lovely reminder of how far I've come on this seemingly long and sometimes difficult journey. Enjoy!
Friday 22 February 2013
Sunday 17 February 2013
I joined the gym!...Week 46
So on Monday I joined the gym! It's called 'Pure Gym' and its only £18.99 a month which is super cheap for a gym. I've been 3 times this week so far which I am really happy about!
Planning on going today too :)
My long-term boyfriend has come to stay this weekend it has been lovely having him here :) I love Birmingham and having him here too makes me whole :)
I've also asked work to find me a night shift tonight as I really need the money..! Fingers crossed I get one as I need to work 2 a week for the next 5 weeks otherwise I am just penniless!
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Tomorrow starts my 4th week of annual leave, what the hell those weeks have actually flown by I can't believe it! It just shows how quickly time passes, make sure to enjoy every moment whether you're a student nurse, or not!
Good luck to all of you whatever you're doing! Would love to hear from some of you? I promise to reply!
xx Alex xx
Friday 15 February 2013
Relax!...Week 46
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You heard me! It's time to relax, the weekend is here so let us cheer!
As if weekends mean anything to us nurses ey... ;)
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Wednesday 13 February 2013
Night Shifts...Week 46!
Hello all how're you??
I worked 2 nights in a row this week, as a health care assistant.
The first was mega boring as I special-ed a patient who just slept the whole night, the 2nd was far more demanding on a stroke ward and the day after I am well and truly spent!
For me thought I earn a lot more doing nights so its worth it. 2 nights is the equivalent of me working about 5 lates!
So as I'm sure you can guess I'm exhausted today and therefore really want to go home... :( miss everyone a lot.
Do you work many nights? Do you like them or prefer days? Do tell do tell darlings x
I worked 2 nights in a row this week, as a health care assistant.
The first was mega boring as I special-ed a patient who just slept the whole night, the 2nd was far more demanding on a stroke ward and the day after I am well and truly spent!
For me thought I earn a lot more doing nights so its worth it. 2 nights is the equivalent of me working about 5 lates!
So as I'm sure you can guess I'm exhausted today and therefore really want to go home... :( miss everyone a lot.
Do you work many nights? Do you like them or prefer days? Do tell do tell darlings x
Wednesday 6 February 2013
Don't be a Plonker...Week 45
BIG TIP: when working as a bank health care assistant, don't work for an hour only to realise you're on the wrong ward, then proceed to not be paid for your hours work :(
I worked for and hour, regardless of whether it was on the right ward or not....... Right?
Learn from me, don't walk onto the first ward you see, actually go to the one you've been allocated!
I worked for and hour, regardless of whether it was on the right ward or not....... Right?
Learn from me, don't walk onto the first ward you see, actually go to the one you've been allocated!
Sunday 3 February 2013
1st Year is Over! ...Week 44
So I've finally completed my fist year!
I wish I could write you all an essay of what I've learnt, advice for you and more but I just don't know. It's very difficult because I've learnt it all over the course of a year and everything merges into one!
I'm so happy to have finished my first year though, only 2 to go and I pray the time will fly :)
I have definitely passed too, only needed 40% and I achieved:
Assessment-48%
Assignment-48%
Placement-P*
Exam-81%
Assignment-68%
Placement-P
You can see how I improved my work too, which I'm super proud of!
Overall the advice I would give for surviving your 1st year is staying open minded, being as sociable as possible and try to get as much experience as you can. Whether that is through work, or bank HCA work, try to get as much help and experience as possible. Don't skip your lectures believe it or not, they are important (boo) and get as much help with assignments as possible.
I think I'll post advice on various things separately for you guys :)
Do you have any advice on how to make my blog more interesting or user friendly?
Thank you so much for your support :)
Alex
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I wish I could write you all an essay of what I've learnt, advice for you and more but I just don't know. It's very difficult because I've learnt it all over the course of a year and everything merges into one!
I'm so happy to have finished my first year though, only 2 to go and I pray the time will fly :)
I have definitely passed too, only needed 40% and I achieved:
Assessment-48%
Assignment-48%
Placement-P*
Exam-81%
Assignment-68%
Placement-P
You can see how I improved my work too, which I'm super proud of!
Overall the advice I would give for surviving your 1st year is staying open minded, being as sociable as possible and try to get as much experience as you can. Whether that is through work, or bank HCA work, try to get as much help and experience as possible. Don't skip your lectures believe it or not, they are important (boo) and get as much help with assignments as possible.
I think I'll post advice on various things separately for you guys :)
Do you have any advice on how to make my blog more interesting or user friendly?
Thank you so much for your support :)
Alex
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