George & Hector's
12 Week Better Babe Challenge

Week 9 - Statistics, goals and achievements

The 4 Week Report!

Body Coaching

Lisa has continued to WOW us with her fitness levels - as you can see she has improved her cardio benchmarks again this month.

Lisa's weight has leveled out at a healthy 53kg. As mentioned in the previous report, Lisa's progress was focused more on fitness than on weight loss. I am really pleased with how Lisa's body has shaped up - she is looking amazingly toned these days. Eating well, and regularly (every 2-3hours) has a huge impact on the body, then pair that with regular exercise and the body responds positively.

Lisa's BMI, fat free mass and fat mass have also leveled out well in a healthy range for her. The changes are appearing in other areas now, check out Lisa's cardio improvements!

Lisa has out-stripped her goal of achieving 20 military (on toes) push ups. Her 8 week report shows her doing 25 pushups on her toes, dropping to her knees and following up with another 8 - WATCH OUT GI JANE!!

Cardio

For a girl who didn't think she could run ... LOOK AT HER RUN!!! Lisa has truly become a runner - it's that certain 'head-space' that runners get into that makes it so addictive. Lisa has broken the mental barrier of it being painful (which it is when you are first learning to run distances) and is now on the other side of the fence where it creates mental clarity and focus. Aside from the fact that just the sheer feeling of confidence that comes from knowing you CAN run, brings.

Nutrition
As you can read for yourself, Lisa is just 'living' the healthy lifestyle. She enjoys her treats, but knows they are 'sometimes' foods and is focused on getting back to healthy when it is required. Lisa is still a little nervous about sticking to the new eating plan but as she continues to 'live it', her confidence will build and the fear of letting it get away from her will go. There is a settling process with any change, and in time Lisa will not even be thinking about it ... it eventually becomes automatic.

Body Coach: Courtney Williams

Life Coaching

Before I give the latest update on Lisa's progress, I just wanted to commend Lisa on her committed attitude and 'go-getter' approach toward this program. Lisa has shown great courage and enthusiasm for everything we have challenged her on. She has amazed us here at Georgie & Hector with her dedication which has inspired clients and the G & H team, alike.

Below are some goals we identified through coaching, followed by the action steps to take them from goals to reality:

Goal # 1
Have quality time with Chris (Lisa's partner) on weekends

Just like a task, or any other activity - it does not happen by itself. So many times we hear ourselves say "I wish we could spend more time together" but somehow it just doesn't eventuate. If you are waiting for a fairy Godmother to bestow you with more time to fit more things in, you'll be waiting a long time. The secret is planning - make an appointment (please don't say it's not romantic - neglecting your partner? ... that's unromantic!).

Better to make the time and be together, than to wait for it to be 'spontaneous' and for that quality time to never happen. Lisa was struggling with getting that time with Chris, so the answer is ... make it happen. Lisa organized a lunch at Manly for the two of them to be away from it all and spend some time together.

Goal #2
Complete the reports to get a 'Valuer Registration' by October

Lisa committed to staying behind from work every Tuesday and Thursday night from 5.30pm - 7.30pm in order to complete these and they are now ready for submission. As these were part of her prerequisite to being registered Lisa had no challenges in following through with this commitment.

A perfect example of when the WHY is big enough, the HOW just happens!

Goal #3
Attend as many professional development courses as I can in the next 12 months

Lisa agreed to actively enroll in the courses that are being advertised on the email at work instead of just ignoring them! Something we can all relate to, I am sure. She is attending a 'State of the Market' update this Thursday and another update at the end of the month. Lisa's aim in attending these courses is to gain as much knowledge and understanding prior to her pending registration.

Goal #4
Buy first property within one year of becoming registered

In order to achieve this Lisa has put a savings plan in place with a set amount of money being directed into her savings account each week. To top this up, Lisa decided to take her lunch to work each day. At first she started with just Monday to Thursday but is now taking it every day and says that it is just easier and she is in control of what she is eating. An inspiration to many of us!

Goal #5
Take some time out on Sunday for myself and my spirituality

Lisa has had challenges over the past couple of weeks actually committing to this on a Sunday. Despite the fact she does enjoy it and finds it beneficial she said it is just time that has prevented her. This is a common occurrence with busy lifestyles i.e. we know there are benefits but we just can't seem to get around to it. At times it's just a case of making it a habit - and to make a habit, you must commit to it regularly (it officially takes 21 days to create a habit). We have agreed that Lisa will commit a specific time each Sunday (and preferably the morning) so she can plan her day around it.

Lifestyle Coach: Helen Sword

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