Becoming more visible

Slim and sexy

It's been a while since my last blog. Please accept my apologies. The thing is, that I don't really think about food much anymore. Mind you, I have been thinking lots about all the clothes that I can now fit into to ...and I am committed to staying slim and sexy!


New Habits

My new habits include visits to the gym every other day for weight training and I include at least 20 minutes physical activity each day ( Doesn't physical activity sound much better than exercise?) For me it could be anything from a power walk into Chester for some shopping, a cycle ride uphill to get my nails done or a day of housework and ironing (not my favourite option but sometimes it just has to be done). Im also committed to eating my evening meal before 6pm where socially possible.

Foodwise, Im sticking to Leskie Kentons X Factor diet of 50% protein, 30% fat and 20% carbohydrate. Its really easy and the meals fill me up. Unlike when I eat carbohydrates and sugars, Im not left wanting more than my three meals a day.


Typical meals would be:

Breakfast: poached egg on a slice of tomato or a bed of buttered spinach, a whey protein shake (great for when Im in a rush) or a mushroom omelette

Lunch: A green salad of lettuce/spinach leaves with spring onions, avocado and black olives, drizzled with a healthy oil or homemade mayonnaise

Supper: Grilled or fried fish with buttered leeks and courgettes, grilled lamb chops(organic) and steamed broccoli, chicken salad or homemade chicken soup.

Of course, all the above meals are interchangeable and I am watching the size of my portions for quite possibly the first time in my life!!


Dining Out

There are times, of course, when I compromise and eat what I am given. Last week I was an honoured guest of Dawn Gibbins and Coutts bank at the Duke of Westminster's Fundraising ball for the Princes Trust. It was a superb evening and a great opportunity for me to dress up as the new slimmer me. I chose to drink some champagne and fine wines, and to enjoy the whole meal including dessert and an after dinner chocolate. Although I didnt over indulge, I most definitely felt the difference the next morning!


Alcohol

There is no alcohol on either the ten day fast or the X Factor Diet. Last week I had three seperate social occasions where I chose to have a glass or three of wine...and boy, did I feel the difference! It could have been so easy to slip back into bad habits again. You see, as soon as those carbohydrates hit home, you find that you want more.

One glass of wine and its OK to have another. A small dessert and the after dinner chocolate slips into your hand almost without noticing. When I found myself indulging in a small glass of red with my steak supper, it was time to remind myself of how much I wish to honour myself and my goals.

These days I just think of the gorgeous clothes that I am now able to wear and that keeps me on track. In fact I have a vision of a book cover with me in three dresses and three completely different sizes...and Im yet to reach my ideal size..


Wardrobe Revamp

Ive just spent most of today washing and ironing clothes that I havent worn for years! These are clothes that I can now fit into. What a way to beat the credit crunch: eat less and be able to wear more! It started with the jeans of course, then the ballgowns and now the summer dresses are making an appearance. Im rediscovering sexy high heels and glitzy accessories. Im rediscovering the designer work suits and I am rediscovering the'me' that was hiding beneath a larger size.


Watch out world Im ready to be more visible!

With my first book "How to be a Money Magnet" coming out in April and the semi finals for Britains Next Top Coach being announced on 9th April, I am ready to become more visible. The timing for the "new me" is perfect.

Mind you, I really need more votes if Im to have a chance of reaching the top twelve semi finalists,
so if you havent yet voted for me, or got your friends to vote for me, please do go to
www.britainsnexttopcoach.tv/Marie-Claire-Carlyle/my-coaching-tip.
Thank you so much.

All the very best to you

Marie-Claire

PS If you've only just joined this blog and you too would like to drop a couple of dress sizes quickly by changing your food habits, do get in touch and I will be happy to help.