Holiday Bootie Buster Challenge || Week 1 Review

Before I get to week 1 of HBBC, I started a new running club yesterday and while in the store I saw this quote. I loved it and immediately thought of the joy of simply running because you can.

Week 1 was all about the points! Nothing like a little friendly competition to keep you motivated.

Review Week 1: Being off from work for the holiday and a little more flexibility with time made it relatively easy to accomplish my workout goals for the first week. Nutrition goals? Not perfect but not derailed by the holiday either. Other than a candy cane truffle from Godiva in the mall I wasn't really tempted by sweets/desserts. We'll see how long that lasts :) The best part...I ate what I wanted and didn't have even one moment of guilt!

One thing I noticed this week was how I felt after eating more carbs that I typically would. Kind of sluggish and not a lot of energy. 

Week 2 Goals 

 Workouts

• strength training - 3 days
• running - 4 days
• kenpo - 2 days
• abs - 4 days
• stretch - 2 days

Nutrition

• Shakeology smoothie - 7 days
• vitamins - 7 days
• stick to the weekly plan everyday! (you can see an example of my weekly clean eating menu here Commitment to Health and Fitness) 
• more water (I noticed a few times during the week that I didn't feel like I was drinking enough water)

How did week 1 go for you? Are sweets your biggest temptation during the holidays? 

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Now the link-up

How to Particpate

1. Follow me, the host, at [Fitness, Health & Happiness] on Google Friend Connect in the sidebar and leave a comment. 

2. Create a HBBC blog post.  

3. Using InLinkz below link directly to your HBBC post. Post URL only please.

4. Visit and comment as many other blogs as you wish.

5. There will be a new link up every week.

If you're new to link ups here is an example to give you an idea of how it all works Fitness Friday Blog Hop. Contact me if you have any questions using the "Contact Jill" in the menu bar above. 

 

 

Comments

[Nancy C]

Jill I love that quote!!!! It looks amazing with your picture too! Great job on the HBBC week! You are racking up those points!!

[Raquelita]

I just came across your blog from Amanda's Facebook page and I'm glad that I did!

While I admit that I really like pumpkin pie, I'm more of a savory person, so it's hard to not have second helpings of the mashed potatoes and the dressing.

[Jennifer]

love the quote...sweets are definitely my weakness at any time of year :(

[Jessica @ Running To Be Skinny]

I have to ask, where do you do Kenpo? DVD's or a gym? I've always wanted to try it. Jess

runningtobeskinny.com

[Hikermom]

My week went well. Wish I had run one more time but I will get it back this week. I love sweets, but luckily I didn't like any of the desserts served on Thanksgiving day so I was safe!

[Erin]

Hey! I just found your blog on HBBC, I am now following :)

[Toni Church]

I survived week one, healthy eating being the biggest challenge throughout this long holiday weekend! Great quote!! I am a new follower, thanks for the link up!!!

[Amy]

Great quote! Sweets are some of my biggest weaknesses!

[jillconyers]

I Toni. Nice to meet you! Off to check out your blog :)

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Erin. Nice to meet you! Thanks for the follow.

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Rachelle. I would have liked to have run one more time too.  

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Jessica
I love Kenpo for cross training. You should try it! I use P90X home DVDs. P90X 2 is coming out next month. I can't wait to try the new kenpo.

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Jennifer. The sweets are a weakness for a lot of people. Have you tried peppermint bark? If I have a weakness for sweets it would be for peppermint bark :)

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Raquelita. Nice to meet you. I love pumpkin pie but I'm more of a salty snack kind of person. Off to check out your blog :)

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Hi Nancy and thanks :)

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[marissa]

Oh wow, LOVE that quote! Totally getting me ready for my run this morning :)

What a cool link up to keep all of us motivated! Thanks for hosting!

[Kyria]

I like that quote! My week one went okay. I did run. I definitely ate way more than usual. And drank (oops), but I did still get in 7 servings of veggies. I am not really a sweet lover, but I do enjoy a glass of wine from time to time. That is probably my downfall.

[jillconyers]

Hi Amy. I'm most tempted by salty snacks. Especially chips and salsa!!

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

Thanks Marissa! Hope your run went well.

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike

[jillconyers]

I'm guessing everyone ate more than usual. No guilt!! 

Nothing wrong with a glass of wine from time to time :)

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
I believe no decision should be made while running up hill. ~Nike