Friday Fitness - PhD Woman Protein Powder and Bars Review

PhD Woman Support and Recovery Toning Vanilla Creme - £21.59 (here)
PhD Woman Support and Recovery Toning Bar Chocolate Orange - £17.88 (here)
PhD Woman Shaker Cup - £4.99 (here)

Seeing as I am now back on a health kick I thought it was a perfect time to tell you about some of my favourite not so bad treats!  When I start a new fitness regime or diet plan I end up really going for it and then I either get to where I want to be or my social and work life gets in the way and I fall off the wagon.

Yes, I know - it should be a lifestyle change rather than a quick fix etc.  One day I will get to that stage but I am human and I struggle with self discipline.  I'm guessing I am not the only one out their and I have SERIOUS respect for all those of you that eat clean and healthy all the time - you are my inpso.

Anyway! PhD Woman specialise in providing protein products especially for females knowing that obviously our goals are not always the same as mens!

So when I was stocking up on protein (not quite but re-venturing into the world of protein shakes etc) earlier this year when trying a new intensive strength training plan, I really researched what would work for me and what I wanted, which was quite a lot of protein without a shed load of carbs because no matter what I eat it always seems I have a carb heavy diet despite my best efforts!

I found PhD Woman and had a read up of them here.  I found they had loads of tips and meal plans etc (here) and decided I was going to try these products. (They also have some fabulous offers on and I managed to catch one at the time!)  I chose the Toning range which aims to help with recovery.  There is also a weight control and energy range.

I like to have these on days when I might not be getting enough protein and I know some people say why can't you just eat it, but if you are training a lot you'd never stop eating chicken to get the recommended amount and sorry but chicken gets boring!

The vanilla creme is absolutely delightful.  Tastes like custard!  I like to have it alone with water and ICE, or for breakfast blended with strawberries or bananas!  Absolute heaven in a cup!

The bars are also lovely.  They do have that protein bar texture which I can't quite describe but I'd say dense… You will understand if you try.  I have to say I don't mind that texture though so it's not a negative.  I usually break it up into little pieces and savour!

Finally, the cup is just super handy and I better size than those huge ones you usually get. Somehow it just feels more feminine also.  I've not had to explain to people whether or not I am drinking protein like it's some crazy thing since having this cup which is also a bonus!

I would definitely recommend all these products and I will be repurchasing when I run out.  Even if you don't want to buy anything though I would definitely recommend the website as it's super informative!

Happy fitness ladies!

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Time To Look After My Health

I don't know about you but this time of year tends to come with a feeling of guilt, sometimes motivation and usually realisation.

For me I'm particularly feeling the latter. Motivation and guilt not so much, but realisation yes.

I'm 25, heavier, unfit and stuck in a rut of bad eating habits.

I blame my job with the hours and commute and general lifestyle. Fluttering from one place to the next and often just going home to sleep.

So I've decided even though it's always dark and later than I'd like when I get home - I'm going to make time to run as often as possible to get fitter. It's not a new year resolution but it is a step in the right direction to a healthier lifestyle.

So last night I went on my first run in a long time. I ran for 2 minutes and then walked for 2 repeatedly for just over half an hour. Now I can run for around 25 minutes straight at a steady pace, but I'm focussing on looking after my body by preventing injuries and building up to this time and working towards a distance, because although I can run for that long it leaves me so sore afterwards I end up unable to do anything for a week after and then I GIVE UP.

Not this time! I'm a little sore today but not too bad. So I'm going to continue with this routine throughout the week and then move up to 3 mins, 4 mins etc until I'm running properly.

So I will also now be writing about my fitness journey and how it's going as often as possible to give you an idea as to how it is going.

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