How I Stay Fit: Alicia McAuley
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Alicia McAuley is That's Fit.ca's new and lovely associate editor. It seems this healthy job came at just the right time in her life, as she is excited to get in shape for her upcoming wedding. We love when things work out like that. (p.s. she was not without a home before she started working with us, just a very enthusiastic journalist.)
Q: Do you currently make an effort to eat healthy?
A: I do! I am a huge fan of salads, especially when they're topped with healthy items like dried cranberries, blueberries, avocado, veggies and nuts. But I'm always looking for ways to eat healthier and get the most out of my diet.
Q: What is your current exercise routine?
A:Pre-journalism school, I was doing pilates and running at least four nights a week and I felt fantastic! But I developed some bad habits during school, and working out took a back seat to long days in class and an after-school job. Since graduation, I haven't managed to get my exercise groove back and fall into a regular routine. I walk every day, but walking alone isn't giving me the kind of benefits that I need to stay fit. Right now, I'm basically on the cusp of a total exercise makeover and it couldn't have come at a better time!
Q: Do you have plans to ramp up your routine before your wedding?
A: Absolutely! I used to work out much more regularly, but have had a hard time getting motivated to get back into the habit. At my wedding, I know that all eyes are going to be on me (and my husband-to-be, of course!), so I really want to look my best. Getting in shape is something that I've wanted to get serious about for a while, and my wedding was just the kick in the pants that I needed to really take it seriously and start challenging myself.
Q: What are your biggest weaknesses in the way of a healthy diet /exercise routine?
A: I have a wicked sweet tooth, which means that I don't always eat as healthy as I should. Combined with the fact that I am a procrastinator (why work out today, when you could eat chocolate and work out tomorrow?) my bad habits can be a major obstacle.
Q: Is the goal to fit into a slinky wedding dress?
A: That's definitely part of it. Who doesn't want to look fabulous while sashaying down the aisle in a killer dress that you'll only wear once? But I'm not just looking for some crash diet to drop pounds quickly. More important than that is my long-term goal: I want to look and feel my best, improve my self-confidence and enjoy a healthy life, not just on my wedding day, but every day. It's going to take time and hard work, but I'm really psyched for the journey!
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