#progresspicture

These are two characters from a dnd campaign I run - they’re NPCs named Caerus (an elven druid) and Baptiste (a vampire). 

𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝑪𝒉𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒎𝒂𝒔 . . . 🎄🎅🏻☃️❄️ A hot topic with my clients right now is how to stay on track over the festive period. And whilst it is not essential to do so, many (myself included), often find it easier to switch off and enjoy the festivities if they know they are still taking steps towards achieving their goals. So how can you maintain progress during busy times? In the period of time between the two photos above I; 🍷 Went to Berlin and sampled the Glühwein at every Weihnachtsmärkte! 🍺 Enjoyed a few evenings out with Mr D and a few frothy bevvies! 🍗 Attended my works Christmas night out and devoured a roast with 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘭𝘭𝘭𝘭 the trimmings! 🍛 Had friends over for a festive curry and even ordered starters and sides! And I still managed to stay in a deficit and get progress. How? I planned! I made sure that I stayed active by getting out for a 30-minute walk, I made sure I stayed hydrated to avoid feeling lethargic by drinking at least 2-litres of water EVERY~SINGLE~DAY and I prioritised my protein intake, to support my goals. Why? Because these are my daily non-negotiables aka the building blocks for my progress • I didn't track a single thing in Berlin, but I knew that by keeping the foundations of my diet strong through implementing these, I wouldn't lose any of the progress I had made. There's no pressure to maintain progress over Christmas, but if you want to, it isn't impossible • In fact you can use all that yummy food to fuel some festive gains! I now have just 1 space left to get started with me before Christmas, so if you'd like some help navigating the festive season this year simply drop me a DM saying '𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗠𝗔𝗦' and let's get you set for your happiest, healthiest, strongest Christmas ever!!! #progresspicture #beforeandduring #progressnotperfection #strengthgains #weightlossjourney2021 #fitnessprogress #liftweights #fitnessgirl #workoutinspo #noexcuses #strongisbeautiful #progressiveoverload #fitlife #onlinecoaching #gymgirlsdaily #leangains #personaltrainerlife #fitgram #fitnessgirlsmotivation #musclegrowth #leeds #westyorkshire #igleeds (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXfvxRENL94/?utm_medium=tumblr

12 weeks progress 💪🏻 I've also been in my deficit for about 4 weeks now too (although full disclosure, this was taken only 2 weeks into my deficit) • Over the last 3-months I've been on holiday, been to a charity dinner and enjoyed meals out with Mr D. ⠀ I don't have a "goal weight" I'm just seeing what I can achieve in the run up to Christmas as my goal for this year was to be fitter, faster and stronger • My original plan was to do a fat loss phase before my holiday next month ... but truth be told, I'm enjoying it that much, I just want to see what I can do over the last few months of the year. I've never once felt deprived. I enjoy everything in moderation and make 'sensible' choices. I’m doing 3 weights sessions + 1 8k run per week plus daily steps.⠀ At the start of my deficit I started on 1750 cals daily and have now dropped to 1500 on rest days whilst maintaining 1750 on training days. It hasn't been 𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘺 to stay on-track with Autumn bringing those dark, dreary days • But equally it hasn't felt that 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 either • It's all been about planning ahead and exercising a little self-control. 8-weeks today is Christmas Day • Time to stop putting off until tomorrow what you could do today! Disclaimer - Autumnal daylight casts good shadows and I treated myself to a layer of @cocoandeve but the effort speaks for itself • Thanks as always to @georgiegyms for the guidance! #progresspicture #beforeandduring #progressnotperfection #fitnessgirlguide #strengthgains #weightlossjourney2021 #fitnessprogress #getfit #liftweights #gymgirl #shredded #fitnessgirl #fitfun #workoutinspo #noexcuses #strongisbeautiful #progressiveoverload #getfitstayfit #fitlife #onlinecoaching #gymgirlsdaily #leangains #personaltrainerlife #fitgram #fitnessgirlsmotivation #fitnessblogger #musclegrowth #leeds #westyorkshire #igleeds (at West Yorkshire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVpsQfwte5Q/?utm_medium=tumblr

Callin it a night #diamondpainting #paintingwithdiamonds #progresspicture (at Pensacola, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTLZ9AGjNY7/?utm_medium=tumblr

Let it allllll out! Don’t really have any pictures to compare these to but I see a difference. My hanging bits under my chest are smaller (can barely see it on my right side)! And I’m not gonna lie, my side view made me grin. And then those back rolls. Girrrrrrrl, I didn’t know you had so much going on back there! 😅 But I feel good. I’m proud of the work I’m putting in and I’m especially proud of this body that I live, work, and play in every single day. My journey is my own and it is one that I want to enjoy. No time for hate or embarrassment here. Only room for growth, prosperity, and positivity. 🌱 #progresspic #progresspicture #plussizeweightloss #plussizeweightlossjourney #plussizefitness #plussizefitnessjourney #weightloss #weightlossjourney #fitness #fitnessjourney #fatfitness #fatgirlgettingfit #healthandwellness #progressnotperfection #doitforyou #nsv #nonscalevictory #bodypositivity #bodypositive #loveyourself #loveyourbody #healthyateverysize https://www.instagram.com/p/CEkyngglW3V/?igshid=5er4z7jm5d7

Wire tree in progress.🥰🌳 Leave me a comment if you are following this project. . . . . . . #wiretree #wireart #progresspicture #ilovetrees #reforestation #treelover #dancingtree #dancingtreegifts https://www.instagram.com/p/CA0S-vgnZoF/?igshid=12a9slqsvnoqk

A little #mobilitymonday #progresspicture of yours truly. About 2-3 years ago, I had some hip pain that turned into months of hip tightness and discomfort. About a year ago, I was 75% better but still wanted more range of motion, more strength and better performance. Last hear, I decided to really commit to a #yearofstrongandbendy and I have to say I feel like I have been consistently working on it. First picture is from summer 2019, the other two are from today. To you, these pictures might not seem like a lot but to me, I see massive change and growth. I see strength and mobility. I see progress. I feel good. I also see more work to get done. I can also see that that today I am shifted away from my right hip. Overall, I can see my power and strength, my commitment and dedication. I also KNOW how much better I feel and that is the MOST important. Change takes time. Progress does not happen over night. So, take your time, learn and feel good. --- Want to learn more about mobility? New classes will.be dropping at @livegood.feelgood give it a follow. #livegoodfeelgood #mobility #livegood #feelgood (at Boston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8-UdLEAm06/?igshid=16n7q3exsqd3w