So the first month of the new year is almost over – how are you going with those resolutions? Did you promise to tone up in 2012, or shake that winter weight you never lost after July last year? I did, and I’ve slowly been dropping the cms off my waist thanks to a harder exercise regime that has me training for the SMH half-marathon (now I’ve written it down, I must do it, no?) and swapping heavy breakfasts for Body for Women protein shakes post-work out.
Me in May. Hopefully.
The Body for Women shakes (RRP$34.95), in particular the Vanilla Creme one I’ve been using for the past few months, taste delicious. They blend extremely well with water and soy or rice milk, though I prefer to mix mine with cow’s milk to feel fuller for longer. Creamy enough in texture to make you feel full, I’ve noticed results in my body shape from changing to the shakes. Most notably, I feel leaner and more toned. While I’ve been exercising more, also, I do attribute some of the success to these shakes. And if nothing else, the shakes are a good source of protein for me, a vegetarian.
Protein is important in your diet because it helps burn fat more efficiently, improves skin tone and strengthens your hair and nails. If you’re not a meat eater like me, it’s a good supplement. If you aren’t a vego, it’s a nice way to get the protein without the carbs and animal fats found in meats. Either way, win win.
Body for Women devised a healthy eating plan for those non-vegetarians to help kick-start their weight loss. So if you’re not yet making dents in your resolutions for this year, perhaps give this a try…
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I also tried the Body for Women Lo Carb Bites, but wasn’t such a fan of the heavy, dusty texture. The taste was tolerable and you definitely feel full after just one or two, but the texture was a bit too much for me.
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Tell me -
What was your fitness-based resolution for this year?
Are you on your way to achieving it?
