Week 19 Fat Loss II - Workout Extension

• Weight - 14st 1.5lbs (down 2.25lbs in 2 weeks)
• Body Fat % - 7.0% (apparently down 0.9% from 2 weeks ago)
• Waist - just under 34 inches (33.75 inches - no change in 2 weeks)

I didn't really want to start a new programme before I go on vacation so have extended the Fat Loss II workouts to cover the interim period. I have been making progress on added weight and shorter rest periods so I'm happy that the intensity is being maintained. I've also been cycling hard in preparation for the Charity ride in the beginning of June which has incorporated a couple of longer rides and taking the changed route home up the extended hill. I'm not going to lie it's been really hard work and if I'm honest I don't think that the pictures reflect the amount of effort that I've been putting in. However, I will say that I do look better than this as it's not the best lighting - oh well.

Anyway I hope to be able to enjoy myself whilst I'm away (volcanic ash permitting) and I'll worry about training when I get back sorting out a new programme and stage for development. Whilst the pics don't appear to present a true picture the figures at least have made some improvement so that's something. Progress is very slow and is one of the reasons why I decided to go to reporting every couple of weeks for the meantime because I doubt there would be much to report on, which obviously can be a bit demoralising and sort of defeats the object and purpose of the blog in the first place. So, I am where I am. I'll try to report back as and when over the next couple of weeks and then once I've decided what my next course of action will be I'll set things in motion and let you know.

Cheers, BustaGut!

Week 17 Fat Loss II - Hard Slog!

• Weight - 14st 3.75lbs (down 1.25lbs in 2 weeks)
• Body Fat % - 7.9% (apparently up 0.3% from 2 weeks ago)
• Waist - just under 34 inches (33.75 inches)

I didn’t get a chance to report back last week so obviously there’s been a two week gap between my last post. It’s been a hard week this week for training as the weights have increased again as the reps and rest periods have reduced to 8 reps and 30secs respectively. Workout B, with the Bulgarian Split Squat with Overhead Press coupled with the Chins combo really got me flagging on Friday’s session. I find this particular workout very hard. I’ve cycled the full working week this week and I’ve used the alternative hard route home which has a steeper hill to contend with. My legs have ached a bit I can tell you.

It will soon be vacation time and I only have another couple of sessions left on the Fat Loss II workouts but I’m tempted to carry them on for a little to pull me across till vacation time. Whilst on vacation I intend to enjoy myself so I want to be more flexible with the eating program. I do have to be careful for I have the Charity Bike Ride soon after I get back so will be doing some cycling whilst I’m away to help. Once that’s out of the way I’ll get my eating sorted properly again and start planning a new attack phase for my body’s development. Well that’s all for now, as always I’ll try to keep you updated.

Cheers, BustaGut!