my life, my love

Monday, July 30, 2012

During the weekend, went gym as per normal, did my leg workout.My butt was hurting so badly!
But it was worth it.

Cooked my own chicken rice prior the leg workout.

Super simple recipe.

What you need:
Garlic Powder
Pepper
Basil

Instructions:
Wash rice as per normal.
Add in the above ingredients into the rice mixture before cooking.
You can add things like almonds,raisins and even ginger or curry powder to make it more bryani style.
Cook as per normal using the rice cooker.

& VIOLA!

healthy chicken rice minus all the oil.

Of course compared to normal chicken rice it's not as good.

But at least it is healthier. =D

I marinated my chicken fillet with oyster sauce,chilli sauce and some sesame oil.

I realise sesame oil is the main ingredient in making the chicken fragrant.

On Sunday, Bb went home and my mum and I went to Singapore Expo for Sports Sales and Robinson Sale!

There were alot of good buys there.
Mizuno tank top were selling at like $12.
Usual price is like $35.

Mizuno shoes were selling like $29-$49.

My mummy was so sweet. She bought two shoes for me. Happy me!

I was actually thinking about buying either the $29 one or $49 one.
She knew I exercise often so she say since you everytime go gym better buy two since now on sale.
So we bought both! =D

Went for a run with the $29 mizuno shoes & it was great!

My previous shoes didnt have any support and I could feel that the running is affecting my knees.
With these mizuno shoes, it was more stable with more support and I could actually feel a difference.

I love my new running shoes!! =D

It's a brand new week once again. I am looking forward to 11 August 2012!!!

Harry Potter plus Amara Buffet.

Going to nom nom nom nom nom.

August is my favourite month!
Got my bro, daddy and my bday! Plus is fel bday and PP gathering!

Its going to be a fun-filled month!
Omg. Its still July and I am like so excited over August.

That's all for today.
Time to head to the gym and work it out! =D

6:06 PM

Thursday, July 26, 2012

It has been more than one year since I last blogged.

Have been really busy with school work gym.

Once school starts in September, it will become even more hectic.

It has been 3 years since I started working and studying at the same time.
It hasnt been easy. But time really flies and I have been doing it for 3 yrs! =D

Hopefully one year more & I can graduate!

For the last one year, I have changing my way of lifestyle completely.
Packing my daily lunch and even dinner to work has helped a great deal in ensuring that I keep to my diet.

In the past, eating was an enjoyment. I love food and enjoy eating. But deep inside I felt sad, I was fat,ugly and had no self confident. I felt inferior.
Having this lifestyle has definitely helped a great deal in boosting my self esteem.I feel more confident and I am definitely more happy. =D

Bb and I have lost weight and have made pretty significant changes to how we look.
Many people have guided us along the way.If it wasnt for them, we would not look how we look like now. We learned from our mistakes on the way and slowly find out what works best for us.

Every body is different and works differently.What works for one might not work for the other. :)

My body is carb-sensitive. I was on leave for 2 weeks to study for my exams. after the 2 weeks, my colleagues could actually tell I gained some weight. I am someone with emotional eating habits.
I eat when I am happy and I eat when I feel sad. I am so glad that this new lifestyle has kept my diet and health in check. Otherwise, I will be eating cakes,drinking bubble tea everyday! =D

How I have changed over the years:

On the left was me in year 2010 and on the right was a recent photo of me.

With proper nutrition and guidiance in exercise, it is definitely possible.

This is Bb's transformation:

He went from fat to thin to fat and to muscular. I am really proud of him! He is even more strict in his diet than mine.

We went through the journey together and honestly, it is not that difficult once you have someone with you who is going through the same thing.

I am still human and I still do crave for sweet treats like cakes, ice creams.

However,I leave these special treats on special days like birthdays,anniversary or celebrations.

We used to buffet alot. We still do now. But we have self control over what we eat.
Food is the worst addiction because we eat it every single day.

I have spoke to people who are overweight.
I wanted to help people to lose weight.
But what surprises me is that to some people, they dont mind being obese.
They dont feel the need to lose weight.
Some felt that since everyone will die at the end, they rather die happily eating all of their favourite food.

It is time to take ownership of your own health. :)
Talking burns 0calories.
Working out burns more than 0calories.

You decide. :)

10:53 PM

Thursday, January 13, 2011

Havent been doing anything different lately.

Gym Work Study.

Felt so tired last few days.

Didnt have adequate sleep.

Planning to make cupcakes for Baby's bday!!!

I went to Phoon Huat that day but didnt see much decoration stuff.

Bought organic wholemeal flour & organic raw sugar though!!

Can't wait to blog about my first time baking cupcakes!!

Got the recipe from ToneItUp blog!

This weekend will be quite happening.

Saturday Baby have his NS thingy,some kind of gathering of NSF at Wild Wild Wet!!!

So fun!!

Can't wait!!

Then at night,my grandfather bday celebration!!

Sunday will be more of gym & study day.

So many things to study,so little time.

Basically,that's what I've been doing lately.

Today is going to be a really busy day.

Need to work already!!=D

8:55 AM

Monday, January 10, 2011

During the weekend,Baby & I have been gyming & studying. =D

I'm kinda getting used to this routine already.

We'll just spend time gyming morning,studying afternoon & then head over to Baby's house for dinner.

Did my inbody analysis yesterday with Mel & I was really pleased with the results.

But then,I'm not sure if the inbody analysis is to be trusted.

Just 4 days ago.I felt so disappointed by the machine & ytd I was happy.

My fat percentage dropped quite alot & I gained muscles too!

I contribute it to the fact of the Cardio Wave!

I've seen improvements despite not eating clean.

It's time to start eating clean to accelerate the fat loss!=D

Baby & I have been still enjoying our weekend coffee bean treats!

We'll order a cake & 2 drinks.

So sinful!

But from today onwards,Baby & I going to diet in our own ways.

We bought tuna yesterday for baby!

& I'm going to stick with my fishsoup/noodle/porridge diet.

I prefer eating hot stuff because my stomach hasn't been good lately.

On Saturday,we went to our favourite studying place:Changi Airport Coffee bean!

Ate their new passion fruit meringue!

Preferred the raspberry one though.Passion fruit one was not as awesome.

Baby felt so tired after gymming,while I try hard to focus on studying.He's too cute to be ignored.LOL.

On Sunday,we went to Paya Lebar coffee bean to study & tried the Mudpie!

Yums!

I realise that it was a good place to study too!!

List of good studying places(in my opinion):

Iluma Coffee Bean
Changi Airport Terminal 2 Coffee Bean
Changi Airport Terminal 2 Starbucks
City Square Mall Coffee Bean
& Paya Lebar Coffee Bean!

5 places so far.=D

Alot of work is waiting for me!!

Going to work now.=)

Stay tune to this blog for reviews of my Beauty Diary Mask ( the apple one & the white pearl one),as well as the Beauty Cottage Tea Tree Clarifying Ampoule that I've bought!=D

Take care everyone!Have a lovely week ahead!!

8:58 AM

Friday, January 07, 2011

Today,I'm going to introduce to you all my favourite cardio machine!=D

I've been using this for about 3-4 weeks consecutively,replacing my running.

Running is good but because of the fact of my heart palpitations,I decide to try all of cardio equipments in California Fitness & I realise that this cardio machine is the best for me.

Until today then I know of it's name:Cardio Wave!

Sounds damn cool right?LOL XD

Here's the legendary CARDIO WAVE

Quoted from TechnoGym:

"Cardio Wave

The only cardiovascular equipment for working out in several levels simultaneously, for new, effective and fun training.

The Cardio Wave workout focuses on leg muscles and buttocks, without placing stress on the joints. Calorie consumption and toning with Cardio Wave are unequalled in the sector. The machine’s special design means it can be used in a number of positions, making exercise fun and suitable for everyone.

Benefits

Reduces fatty tissue
Tones muscles in the lower body
Works out the cardiovascular system
Improves aerobic capacity "

This is what I've been doing.LOL!SHAKE BUTT!

It's basically like a skating motion.

There are a few ways to use it.

I prefer to not touch the handles & use my inner core muscle to balance.

Initially,it was difficult but slowly,you'll get used to it.=D

Once you get used to it,it's super fun.

LOVE IT!

Check out this youtube videos to know what I'm talking about:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqsXgZtolRU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6mzL8Ev6UBM&NR=1

LOL!The video make it look so easy!

But I heard it's super expensive!

Luckily California has this machine!=D

But sad to say Raffles California only has 3 of this machines.=(

I WANT MORE CARDIO WAVE!!CAN HEAR ME RAFFLES CALI!!!LOL!!

as if they can hear me.Haha.

That's all for today!!!=D

Tml is Saturday!WOOTS!!

Gyming morning,studying the rest of the day.=D

Baby & I planning to chiong our studies already.

Can't wait for today to end.

Need to rush to finish all the work pile up yesterday while I'm on MC.

Take care everyone!

Have a lovely weekend!

1:31 PM

Tuesday, January 04, 2011

PRODUCT REVEW OF THE BEAUTY DIARY MASK - Q10 REJUVENATING & BLACK PEARL MASK

I bought 4 boxes of The Beauty Diary Mask that day at Guardian for $14.50 each(original price:$18.90) as they had a promotion going on till 31 Dec 2010.

Today, I am going to review both the Q10 & the Black pearl mask.

Some information regarding the Beauty Diary Mask series:

They have the natural key line as well as the luxury line.
The one I bought is from the natural key line.

"Effective nourishing extracts from nature provide a total solution ensemble to meet the needs of facing varieties of challenges under different circumstances & weather conditions.
A mask solution customizing everyday skin conditions is the secret to your ever growing beauty!" (Quote from the website.)

For more information on the type of masks available,visit http://www.beautydiary.com.tw/en/

One thing that I really love about the mask is the smell & the refreshing feeling after putting the mask.

The smell is so relaxing.

Another thing that's great about this mask is that on the box itself,it indicates the type of skin the mask is suitable to.

For example for this Q10 mask,it's specially recommended for tired skin.

It helps to revitalize the skin with it's anti-oxidizing effect.
It helps to moisturize skin as well.

Our skin condition changes so we need to select the right mask for our face.=D

Here's the exterior of the Q10 Rejuvenating Mask:
For $14.50 there is 10pcs of mask in a box:

What happen before & after putting the mask.=D

Top left & right:BEFORE
Bottom left:During Application
Bottom right:after

The mask is really thin so you need to be careful with it.

Baby tried the mask as well too!!!=D
His face always look tired & this was a perfect mask for him!

Top left:BEFORE
Bottom right:AFTER

Baby look so cute!He's so happy his face is so smooth!!
Smoother than mine!so jealous.LOL.

Next up,review of the Black Pearl Mask.

Skin Type:For Normal Skin,or dull skin that lacks elasticity
Functions:Whiten & softens skin,acelerates metabolism and gently remove dead skin cells.

The effect of the mask wasn't as obvious.

But our skin feels really moisturized!=D

Baby is crazy about putting mask too!
Who says guys cant take care of their skin!

Baby always have to shave everyday so his skin became damage & dry.

After frequent use of masks,his face texture improves!

Do check out my Beauty Diary Mask & stay tune for 2 more reviews of the masks that I bought!

Some photos of Baby's hamsters!

His dad cleared the cage & put them in a box while making their home squeaky clean!

There are 10 of them in total!So cute!

Baby's house is going to be a zoo soon.LOL.

So far,2 cats,alot of fishes & 10 hamsters!

That's all for today.

Hope the reviews were helpful.
Take care everyone & have a lovely Tuesday!=D

9:13 AM

Monday, January 03, 2011

This year New Year Eve was really fun!!

We spent both Christmas Eve & New Year Eve at Eastcoast =D

We went to Hong Kong Cafe after work & it was Baby's first time eating in that outlet.

We ordered milk tea float,I ordered my baked rice & Baby ordered fried rice.

We ordered side dishes as well Siu Mai,& 2 thick toast!
So yummy!

I want to go there again!=D

Nowadays,I dont restrict what I eat anymore.

The cleaner I eat,the more my weight will bounce up when I eat normally.

So I eat proportionately.=D

Baby & I still buffet quite often. XD

But we try to do more cardio to balance it out.

After eating,we went to try this cycling thing.
Super ex!$30/- per hour!!

The boss somemore so rude to us.

Baby & I had so much fun!!
I want to cycle it again!!

Baby's driving super good,his steering damn good.

We realise that my side controls speed & his side controls the steering direction.

My side steering wheel is actually a dummy one.

We cycle quite fast & it was really tiring!Even more tiring than normal cycling.=D

After that,we went studying at Coffee bean.

During the weekend was mainly gyming & studying.

Have been gyming consequtively for so many days.

On Saturday,we went to City Square Mall after gyming.

Met my mummy there.

& we ate Sushi Tei!

So yummy!
Plus sushi tei has more variety of food my mum can eat.=D

Baby & I want to go Sushi Tei again.

Their food is really good in quality!

That rounds up everything we did during the weekends.=D

It's a new year & a new beginning!!
Hopefully our big plan will work for us!!

This year is going to be awesome!!
Take care everyone & I wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!

9:22 AM