Kayla Itsines Bikini Body Guide - Week 6 Progress Pictures

Over the weekend I finished week 6 of Kayla Itsines' Bikini Body Guide. Week 6 was challenging and I can guarantee that nothing makes you look as crazy as doing broad jump burpees in the middle of the day in a rain storm. Nothing. It's becoming increasingly difficult to find the right benches and steps at the park to accomplish some of the exercises (feet raised tricep dips, split squats) but I've been doing what I can and modifying some of the exercises as needed. Isn't it incredible how many squat variations there are? On days I don't feel like working out, I turn to the #kaylaarmy on Instagram and find motivation in the encouraging words and photos of others who are also working their way through the guide. 

Now for the big news! For those that don't know, I have type 2 diabetes and my goal with following this program, more so than weight loss and looking good in a bikini, has been to get my A1C to under 7.  In February I vowed to get healthy after finding out my A1C was 13. Yesterday I met with my endocrinologist and my A1C is 6.5! I'm over the moon excited about my latest lab results. Cheers to being healthy and taking control of my diabetes.    

I'm half way there! Six more weeks to go.

[You can see a little change in my thighs and a definite change around my waist]

[My legs and arms are feeling really strong. All those burpees and push ups are paying off.]

[Side by side of weeks 1, 4 and 6. Chipping away at that abdominal fat slowly.]

Progress Pic - Week 1 & Week 4

I'm officially 1/3 of the way through Kayla Itsines' Bikini Body Guide and it's time to face the music. How much progress have I made in the last month? The proof is in the photos. There is still a lot of work to be done but I'm proud of myself for the progress I've made over the last month. My arms are slimming down, the belly fat is starting to shrink and my legs are feeling really strong. Another great perk has been that my skin is clearing up. I'm really glad I'm finally doing this for myself. There's hope, Mamas! There is hope even if you've had your abdominal wall cut open during a c section, even if you work full time, even if you have a toddler. It's possible to get your pre-baby body back as long as you put in the work. Thanks to Kayla and her community of followers on Instagram for being so supportive and inspirational over the last month.

To follow along with my fitness journey, check out my Instagram @sdmama33.

Outdoor Voices Active Apparel

I would be so happy if I looked even 1/10 as cool as these models in my workout clothes. I'm seriously crushing on the Spotted Sweats from Outdoor Voices but I promised myself I would not get any new workout clothes until I go down a size. Click the link to check out the rest of their active apparel line. It's gorgeous!

In other workout news, I am currently re-doing week 4 of the Kayla Itsines BBG because last week was such a bust. Friends visiting from out of town, a holiday and my SIL moving in was hard on the waistline. I'm back at it this week though! Stay healthy, Mamas. If you want to follow my mommy makeover journey, follow me on Instagram @sdmama33

P.S. Four mountain climbers + a push up x 15 is the most evil thing ever.

[Spotted Sweats & Racer Back Tank Top]

[Warm Up Leggings & Catch Me If You Can Hoodie]

[Crop Leggings & Lavender Crop Top]

New Workout Shoes - Nike Lunarglide 6

For those who follow me on Instagram (sdmama33), you know I've been following the Kayla Itsines B i k i n i Body Guide for the last 3 weeks. The BBG is a great workout program that is perfect for me because of the following reasons.

1. All the workouts are 28 mins long and I only have time to workout during my lunch break. 

2. It does not involve going to a gym. I workout at a park by my office and use whatever is available. 

3. It makes you SWEAT 

4. The nutrition plan focuses on healthy eating but is flexible which is important for a diabetic like me.

Three weeks in and I am still really enjoying it. I already feel myself getting stronger. As a reward Tuan surprised me with a new pair of Nike Lunarglide 6 shoes yesterday. Well done, Husband! I love them and can't wait to try them out today during my LISS run. Thanks babe!

[The note that came with the shoes is classic Tuan.]