My weight loss journey is now one of my biggest priorities as I am more determined than ever to get rid of this excess weight for good. With how long this journey has been going on I have been doubting myself and others have been doubting me so I am now more determined than ever to prove others and myself wrong and hit that big end goal. I have recently started a bit of a project where I am aiming to lose 30kg before my next holiday abroad. Hitting the 30kg by then would push me super close to my end goal and would be a great marker to show what I can achieve when I lock in properly. To get this journey underway properly I am going to be investing in different things in the hopes of them helping me achieve the results I am chasing...

My nutrition

A lot of my best results will come from changing my diet going forward. Previously it has been filled with takeaways, ready meals and a lack of anything healthy. Going forward I am going to be investing in the food I eat, I will be purchasing good quality fresh food with meat coming from our local farm shop, granted this will be more expensive but it is going to be much more beneficial. I will also be aiming for an ultra processed free diet where possible, by home cooking with the best ingredients my weight should start to drop and my body will feel much better. Takeaways will be reserved for special occasions and won't be anywhere near as frequent as they currently are and whilst I will still be going for meals out with family my aim is to pick better menu options and not those big greasy burgers.

Supplements

I struggle to get my protein in so where needed I will be taking clear whey protein to help me achieve these. I will also be having my energy gels when doing demanding workouts and football sessions as they really do keep me going. Then finally I am going to keep up to my vitamin stack daily as when I keep up with them my body really does thank me for it. The stack might change over time however, it will always include my daily multi-vitamins, vitamin D tablets and magnesium for an evening.

Sleep 

Sleep is going to play a massive part of this journey as recovery is key so I want to make sure I am putting some money into this area going forward. At the moment out curtains let in a bit of light so the plan is to sort that issue out to blackout the room. A sunrise alarm is also on the list to buy so I can wake up naturally without the harsh alarm sound I currently have. My mattress could also use a bit of an upgrade so a nice comfortable mattress topper is currently being hunted down. Finally in the sleep category it is time to upgrade my pillows. My old ones just don't cut it any more and it is time to change that and get the pillows that will help me have a good nights sleep.

Recovery 

Recovery is going to be key as I up the amount of exercise I do, I want to make sure I am not going to cause myself any injuries and that my body is in top condition. The massage gun is going to be added into a daily routine to ensure any little niggles are kept at bay. I am going to get the ice bath set back up too and I am going to try hit that daily, if not every other day as I feel so much better when I have been in here. Recovery days are also going to be on the cards, maybe every quarter going forward, a day off work spent in a spa... I can't really think of anything better. The plan is to have a sports massage every few months too as I know these work wonders with my body and I deserve it. 

The gym

I am going to make sure I have the best level of membership possible at my gym and make the most of it. I am planning on starting off going two times a week and then slowly building up the amount of sessions I do. I will also be heading to the sauna that is in the gym as part of my recovery & also taking up swimming a few times a week to help my cardio. It is about time I made the most of my gym membership so let's do this. 

New Equipment 

Unfortunately where I live if the weather turns it turns and we can have snow when villages next to us don't have it. Luckily I still have my home gym for when I can't get to the actual gym however, the equipment in here isn't the best so going forward I am thinking of upgrading some of the items I have in the home gym to make sure I can progress with the exercises I do.

So there you go those are a few of the things I am going to start investing in going forward in the hopes of keeping locked in and finally see some progress with weight dropping off me to help me towards that big end goal. It is time for less talking now and more doing so let's go...

See you soon, 

Lucy

I have noticed lately that I am reflecting on life a lot whilst also thinking about how I would love my life to look in the future. I definitely want to work on completely transforming my life and creating a life of luxury, it really is time to stop just dreaming it and time to start creating that life I want. If I really knuckled down and stopped procrastinating then this honestly could become a reality it is just getting over that procrastination something I am terrible at. I know that I do well when I set myself goals so today's post is going to be all about those goals I am setting myself to achieve within the next 10 years. I am giving myself 10 years as I know a lot of these are huge long term goals but let's just knuckle down and see what happens shall we. So here are those goals...

Be in the best shape ever

I am determined to work on my physical health over the next 10 years to really be in the best shape possible. This means spending time in the gym, playing football, running and maybe even taking up other events to really help me get in peak shape. It also means that I am going to be putting a whole lot of effort into my nutrition going forward making sure I am eating the right foods to fuel my body properly. 

Create a fragrance collection

I am all for a good fragrance lately and over the next 10 years the goal is to create the perfect collection for all occasions. I want to invest in my fragrances and not buy cheap ones that don't last long on the skin & I want to find the perfect fragrance for day to day which gives that luxury feel. The goal is certainly to have a core base of fragrances to reach for that suit me perfectly.

Build a watch collection

The next 10 years are going to be spent building up a collection I have wanted to build for a long time.... a watch collection. I love a good watch and I am at the stage in life now where I want to work hard and save up to get some of the watches that I have always dreamt of owning. My Tag Formula 1 from my parents for my 30th started this collection but now it is time to build on it.

Build the perfect wardrobe

I will be finding my personal style within the next few years so by the time we get to the end of the the 10 years for these goals I am hoping I have the perfect wardrobe that matches my lifestyle and that life I have created for myself. I am hoping that in the next 10 years I will have a whole room as a dressing room split into sections such as work wear, day to day wear, active wear and going out clothing alongside jewellery & those watch & fragrance collections. I am determined to have this done nice and early on in those 10 years but let's see how that goes

Extend the house or move 

In the next 10 years I want to either extend the house or move into somewhere that I would consider my dream home. That dream home is on the market right now and I so wish we could afford it but we will see where we are in the next 10 years to see if something like that is possible. At the same time though we really like where we are now and we have the space to extend so maybe we might go down that route. I would love to build a permanent structure for the home gym so it is a bit more secure and then extend the house out to the side to create a few more rooms which could create a dedicated office space, wardrobe, spare room for the nephew honestly the possibilities are endless where we are now and as I say we do like where we currently are but a lot can change in 10 years.

Travel a whole lot more

Me and my mum went abroad in 2025 for the first time in years and I have caught the bug. My goal for the next 10 years is to increase how much I travel so I can see more of the UK and the world in general. I would love to go abroad a few times a year and also have multiple staycations within the UK with Liam and the dog. I definitely need to increase my income to allow for this so it is time to knuckle on down.

Own my dream car

I am committing to it and I am saying within the next 10 years I will own one of my dream cars, either a Jeep Wrangler or a Land Rover Defender. I am leaning towards a Wrangler at the moment but again a lot can change in 10 years however, I really want to knuckle down and achieve this one ASAP. Granted I don't drive as much as I should due to driving anxiety however, I am slowly getting over this and increasing my mileage. The goal is to get over the anxiety and be driving round in my dream car in no time. These definitely aren't cheap though and are going to take a lot of saving for but I am sure I can do it.

Have £50,000 in personal savings

Granted I would love for this to be a higher number however, with everything else in this post I think that for 10 years this is a realistic savings goal. This would give me more than enough as a safety net i things went wrong for any reason and would help me keep on pushing to go above and beyond where I am now. I have high hopes of hitting this within the 10 year time frame.

Build my socials

I know you can't always rely on social media however, I am going to be spending a lot of time going forward to build up my existing social accounts and any others that are going to come along in the future as you don't know what is still going to be around in those 10 years or what else is going to pop up. I want to build the accounts up to be something to be proud of and that represent the hard work put in over the years so let's see how this goes.

Build TNG Media

It is time to stop procrastinating and get things moving properly with TNG Media this is something I want to turn into a full time venture eventually so it is time to sit down, create business plan and get working out how to grow the idea. In the next 10 years I want to be at the stage where this is my biggest money earner and potential have some employees. It is really time to knuckle down and see what we can do with this in 10 years.

So there you have it the next 10 years are going to be all about creating that life I have only ever being able to dream of. It is going to be a lot of locking in and focusing on aspects of life to achieve these goals but it is certainly all going to be worth it in the end. Now let's lock in and start working towards these at long last...

See you soon

Lucy

I am determined to make November a very good month where I really knuckle down to make the end of 2025 a good one. November is going to be the starting block for building the foundations of 2026 which is hopefully going to be a year of becoming a much better me. So here are my goals for the month ahead...

Fashion 

Use the clothes rail in the spare room for the right reasons

The clothes rail in the spare room is currently filled with items that don't need to be there and that is going to change in November. I am going to go through the rail & even the shoe racks underneath this month and remove any items that don't belong here & start a fresh. The new use for this rail is going to be split. It will be half for new in pieces for content and the other half will be my outfits for the week ahead so I can get ready much easier each day.

Buy a new pair of trainers

I am really hoping to pick up a new pair of trainers this month. Something a little smarter to what I normally have that aren't going to break the bank but will be comfortable. Luckily there are going to be plenty of Black Friday month deals going on throughout November so hopefully I can pick up a pair for a steal. 

Buy a new accessory

It is time to get myself a nice new accessory for the months ahead. I can't decide whether I want a nice necklace or a new scarf. Either way though I will be treating myself to one or the other items and hopefully upgrade my outfits with whatever I end up picking. I won't be breaking the bank with this purchase but I will be making sure it fits the style I am opting for.

Put more effort into my outfits

I am determined to use some time to actually plan my outfits for the week ahead rather than just throwing on any old clothing when I am in a rush on a morning. Even an hour on a Saturday could really help with this and really help me feel much more put together day to day, plus the outfits could then go on the clothing rail ready for me to get ready each morning.

Find a new coat

A new coat is high on the priority list as my current smart ones no longer fit. I have actually seen quite a few that I like on the New Look website so I think I am going to have a trip down and see which fits best and which looks the best for the style I am aiming for. I just don't want to spend a fortune on this as it won't fit me this time next year.

Fitness

Workout three times a week 

I am really locking in throughout November as I am determined to be at a new low weight by the end of the year. I need to really increase my workouts if I want to make a real difference so the aim for November is to get three sessions a week completed and to really push myself in those sessions. With the gym now being open again I should definitely smash this goal.

Try not to over do the takeaways

Now this one is going to be difficult as we aren't going to have a kitchen for the majority of November however, if I want the weight to drop I need to ensure I am trying to stay on track with my nutrition. I think the plan is going to be having a big healthy lunch at work and then just something smaller for my tea when I am home. I just can't wait for the kitchen to be done now though as the house is a mess and there are so many meals I want to try make.

Restart the couch to 5k 

My running has more or less completely stopped lately and it is time to change that as I actually quite enjoy running. The plan is to restart the couch to 5k app this month to get back into building my fitness and endurance and hopefully make some good progress towards maybe completing the app before the end of the year. I am actually really looking forward to doing this one.

Add items to the gym bag

It is time to go to the gym prepared and the plan is to add items to my gym bag to help me in the sessions. The items going in will be a knee brace so I know I always have one, a pair of earphones and some electrolytes and a protein shake for after my sessions. I will also be keeping some swimming bits in here too for when I fancy a swim after my session, something I plan on doing more often.

Take my vitamins daily

I am trying to get back into the habit of taking my vitamins daily in the attempt of it helping me on my fitness & weight loss journey. When I am consistent in taking my vitamins I feel so much better and see an increase in my energy levels so I am aiming for a month of taking them daily to hopefully see a difference.

Home

Get as close to finishing the kitchen as possible

The kitchen work has slowed down a bit at the moment however, I want this space to be as complete as possible before the end of the month. I am hoping that by the final day of the month I can say that the cupboards are in, appliances are in and the new ceiling has been sorted. If all the tiling has been done too then that is an extra bonus but we shall see how things go.

Sort the spare room 

Every time I enter the spare room I get overwhelmed as it has become such a cluttered space. The plan is to do this one Saturday when I have no other plans so I can just crack on with it. I will be moving all Lego out of here and making it more of a dressing room/office area, that clothes rail is getting cleared and any junk is finally getting thrown out. There is no need for this room to be as it is so it is time to change that.

Get all the Christmas decorations sorted

I have decided to change our Christmas theme again this year so in November I want to get all the new pieces for the decorating which I am determined to do as close to the 1st of December this year. We are going down the more traditional route this time around and I already know I am going to be spending a fair bit in Home Bargains & B&M to create the perfect look.

Finish off as much of the dining room as possible

Once all the kitchen boxes are out of the dining room it is time to get this space as complete as possible. This means finally adding some pictures to one of the walls and making sure the light actually has bulbs in it. Once this is done we just need to buy a coffee machine and decide if we are adding a shelf to that area and the room is finally done.

Start making a list of jobs to do in 2026

We have got loads done around the house in 2025 and we want to keep momentum going into next year so I want us to sit down for an hour or so during the month and make a list of things we would like to get done before the end of 2026. Most of the jobs will be expensive ones but if we get saving properly there should be no issues with getting a big chunk of work done. 

Life 

Start wrapping Christmas gifts

I am not leaving things until last minute like I have in previous years and I am planning on wrapping as many gifts as I can in November. I will probably start on the nephews first as I have his Santa sack at the ready and then slowly work my way through other family members. At least I can take stock of what I have for each member too so I know if any other purchases need making or if they are done.

Don't touch my savings

I have been terrible lately for dipping into my savings so in November my plan is to change that and once something has gone into savings it stays there. No taking money out for the sake of it and try to stick to a budget again. Most Christmas shopping is done and I don't plan on going out all the time so I have no reason to be spending so much.

Read a book 

I am determined to finish another book by the end of the month. I haven't read anything since my holiday in September but now it is time to change that. The plan is to finally finish the book sat on my bedside table as it has been there for about 8 months now and shouldn't take too long to complete.

Keep up to posting on this site

The plan for November is to be super consistent on here as I have so many ideas I want to post. The content is going to be a nice mix of what is important in my life right now and what goals I am aiming for so we shall see how things go. I am getting right back into creating content so this should be fun to do.

Have a meal out with Liam 

I am determined to get out for a nice meal with Liam this month. We keep saying we will go for one and then end up talking ourselves out of it. There are so many great places to eat near us now and it is time we put ourselves first and treat ourselves. Do we go for Italian or Indian first though?

So there you go those are my goals for the month of November let's hope we manage to report back at the end of the month to plenty of these being achieved. 

See you soon

Lucy

The kitchen is currently undergoing a long over due face lift. This has been a job on the to do list for the longest time and now 7 & a half months after moving into the house we finally have a blank canvas ready to add our own touch to the space. The kitchen was small and far too dark previously but we are taking it in the opposite direction, we have lighter cupboards & worktops and tiles to really open this space up and make it more inviting to spend time in cooking, something which I didn't like doing in the previous kitchen. The cupboards, sink and tap have arrived but here are the other items we are planning on picking up for the new kitchen...

As soon as we discussed getting a new kitchen my sites were set on getting a range cooker however, unfortunately the space was too small for a 100 cm one so we have settled on a 90 cm one from Curry's. I am determined that the majority of my time now at home is going to be spent cooking healthy meals and also baking. All I can picture at the moment though is spending cosy weekends making a roast dinner in this cooker. I can't wait to have this purchased and installed.

It is time now to really lock in if I am wanting to change my quality of life and hit the goals I am setting myself for the next however many years (more on those another day though). For this to happen life is going to be doing a 180 and things are certainly going to be going in a much different direction to where they are. Certain things are going to have to become a big priority going forward and other things may need to be left behind in order for me to grow and work towards those goal. Basically as I have described it to my other half is certain things are now going to become my whole personality going forward and if things don't fit that they are gone. 

So here are some things that are going to be becoming my whole personality going forward to help me create that life I am chasing...

Skincare 

Going forward I am going to be focusing on skincare and ensuring that my skin stays in great condition. I know that I am at my best when my skin is at it's best, something that is a bit surprising as I never used to be bothered about my looks. Going forward though I am going to be building a real skincare routine for both mornings and evenings with quality products not cheap ones. The plan is to keep on top of the skincare and keep the breakouts and bad condition skin at bay once and for all. It is time to feel confident in my skin and not wanting to hide away.

Working Out

I want to be in the best shape possible from now on and take my physical health serious rather than putting it on the back burner. Going forward working out is going to be massively becoming my personality and I will be in the gym as much as possible getting healthier and healthier daily. Even if I can't make it to the gym I will be out in the home gym getting a minimum of 45 minutes of exercise in daily and hitting a daily step target. For so long I have been told I can't lose the weight but it is time to prove people wrong... get in the best shape and keep it that way. I know that working out will help me feel more confident as my body changes but that time working out will also help massively mentally.

Eating Clean

To go alongside the working out I need to make sure I am absolutely nailing my nutrition too. Going forward takeaways and junk food are out and good clean meals are in. The plan is to stay away from ultra processed food, reduce the amount of sugar I am eating daily and really just refining my diet to make it as clean & healthy as possible. This will do me the world of good and should provide me with not only an energy boost but also a mental boost to help me reach towards my goals. 

Working on Projects

For so long I have been putting off working on my projects due to procrastination or just laziness but that changes now. I am going to be getting out of my own head and diving head first into building my websites, social media & projects I am working on. This is going to be a big thing especially for me working towards those goals I have set long term so I really need to get knuckling down and stop delaying things for the sake of it. Expect to get sick of seeing me as I get my act together.

Curate the Perfect Wardrobe

Finding my style and what makes me feel comfortable & confident is going to become my whole personality until I have nailed this and curated the perfect wardrobe for every occassion. I will be searching high and low for the perfect items to add to the wardrobe to help me achieve the goals and make me feel more confident than ever. I have always been a believer of look good feel good so it is about time I started putting that into practice and dressing to feel good and feel comfortable. I am really looking forward to the journey of curating my perfect wardrobe and getting to try different brands.

Live a life of Luxury 

Things are about to get an upgrade in life and I am so here for it. It is time to live the life of luxury as I work towards those long term goals as it is all going to tie in together. This is going to be accessories, travel and so much more and I can't wait to live the life I have been dreaming of rather than just sitting and thinking about it. I am so looking forward to seeing this coming together and hopefully I can get this to where I can help family live a life of luxury too (more on this again another day though). Once this becomes my whole personality though you bet there will no stopping me. 

There you have it those are the things that are going to become my whole personality, fingers crossed all this does get stuck to and the knuckling down and changing things really helps me in the long run to achieve those long term goals. 

Let's see how this goes shall we and if you want to follow the journey be sure to keep up to date on here and social media. 

See you soon, 

Lucy

Christmas is very quickly approaching which means most of my October pay is going to be spent on purchasing gifts for my family however, I am hoping I can set some money to one side to treat myself too. Granted this wish list is a bit out there and I will be lucky to be able to afford even a few of these items but the wish list means I am buying what I really want rather than buying for the sake of it. There is certainly going to be a focus on home items when purchases are being made with this months pay due to us getting the kitchen done and us wanting all new items in here. So here is what I am hoping to pick up with October's pay...

Fashion

New Balance Trainers

I am currently obsessed with my New Balance 550's and they are actually one of the comfiest pairs of trainers I have had in a long time so I am wanting to add another pair of New Balance trainers into my rotation that is a bit different to the ones I currently own. The pair in the picture above is the front runner for a purchase at the moment as the silhouette is totally different to what I am used to and the colours just work amazingly together.

Nike P-6000

This pair of trainers I have been on the fence about for a while now however, I think it is time to make the purchase and I am hoping I can find a nice pair in the sale with October's pay. There are so many colourways for this model but I am going to have a look around and see which will suit my wardrobe the best, I need to make sure they are going to work with the clothing I already own.

Jeans

I am in desperate need of some new jeans as my current pairs are all getting too big for me. I am not planning on spending a fortune on these though as my size is changing all the time. Lately I have been loving the Primark straight fit jeans that are around £16 as they are baggy without being too baggy and suit the style I am aiming for so maybe a few pairs in different colours will be picked up over the next few weeks.

Plain T-Shirts

Whilst sorting out my clothing recently I have noticed that I don't have any plain t-shirts that fit me correctly so in October that is going to be changing as they are exactly what I need for my layered looks whether it is under a hoodie or under an open shirt. Again though these will be purchased on the cheap as they don't tend to last too long these days..

Plain Hoodies

I tend to opt for printed hoodies most of the time and I am just realising now that I don't have any plain ones which again would be great for layering and styling in general. I believe H&M & Primark currently have some great ones at reasonable prices so I think a trip is on the cards to pick up one or two. I just need to make sure I am buying ones that fit right and look good not just buying for the sake of it.

Fitness

Lifting Straps

Now I am taking my fitness journey more serious I am lifting heaving weights and I will be honest it is killing my wrists so the plan is to purchase a pair of lifting straps to see if they make a difference for me or not. I wont be spending a lot on these initially but maybe I will upgrade them a few months down the line if they do work for me.

Workout Trainers

I am planning on spending a whole lot more time in the gym when it reopens in November and I am hoping that I can get into lifting in the gym more. At the moment I wear my running shoes which I know are no good for lifting so I am eyeing up a pair of Nike Metcon's, let's see if I can find a pair in the sale to treat myself to.

Shorts

Now my size is changing I am finding that none of my shorts are fitting me correctly any more. With the gym reopening early November I want to make sure I have a new pair of shorts that fit right for the return. I think I am going to look in Primark or Sports Direct for these so I am not spending a fortune as they shouldn't be fitting me for too long.

Joggers

For going to and from the gym I am on the hunt for some cheap joggers again from Primark or Sports Direct just something comfortable for getting to the gym and home or for the home workouts in the home gym. I think a £15 budget for this should do the trick.

Home

New Pans

The kitchen renovation is well underway and a lot of the months purchases are going to reflect that. I am really hoping both me and Liam can chip in and treat ourselves to the stainless steel pans we have been wanting for a long time. These are certainly not going to be cheap but will definitely be worth it.

New Dinner Set

Our old dinner set is gone and a new one is needed however, we have been spoilt for choice. So far there are some nice ones I have seen in ASDA & Dunelm but I need to make sure I am not buying for the sake of it like I have done previously. I might need to set a budget for this so I am not spending more than I need to.

Storage Jars

We are having a bit of a pantry cupboard in the new kitchen and it is going to be my pantry of dreams with a home for everything that is nicely organised too.  The hunt is well and truly on for the perfect storage jars for this area for items such as cereals, pasta, protein powders. I am hoping we can get them picked up ASAP so that this cupboard is one of the first we fill.

Chopping Boards

The old chopping boards are gone and it is time for a real upgrade. For the new kitchen the plan is to get a nice butchers block and then some good quality chopping boards that are going to serve us well and not start to fall apart like our previous ones did. We actually have a space for these to go in when the new kitchen is finished and I really can't wait.

Slow Cooker Cook Book

We recently got a slow cooker and haven't used it yet. I am just so unsure what to make in this so I think that getting a cook book might help me actually decide what to use the slow cooker for. So far the front runner for a purchase is the Pinch of Nom one as I love these cook books but we shall see what actually gets purchased. 

There you go those are the items I am really hoping to pick up with my October pay. There is certainly going to be a focus on bits for the kitchen but I am really hoping that I can treat myself too. For now though let's get shopping and see what we end up getting off this list.

See you soon

Lucy

I have been doing a lot of reflection lately about life and the direction I want to be heading in and from today things are changing for the better. Gone are the days of procrastinating and here are the days of productivity and working towards those goals I have set for myself. If life keeps going the way it has then those goals are never going to happen therefore things are changing and things are getting done. 

Over the next twelve months I am going to be really knuckling down to create habits that stick to set life on the path I have only been dreaming of up until now. Action is going to be taken and these twelve months are going to be the most productive and consistent yet! These months are going to be filled with self discovery, hard work and change. If all goes to plan in the next twelve months I will find my personal style, see this weight disappear for good and see my websites grow at long last. As I say it is now time to really knuckle down and get on with things and try get out of the procrastination I always find myself in. So here is a break down of just some of the things I plan on doing over the next twelve months to work towards creating my dream life...

Finding my personal style

This is one of the big things I want to have perfected over the next twelve months. I really want to get cracking on with this as soon as possible and not wait until I have lost the weight like I was going to originally. The plan with this is that when my sizes changes and I need to purchase new clothing, I will only be buying what aligns with the style I have been envisaging for myself. This is going to be much smarter and put together than my current style and will all fit into that whole life I am trying to create for myself. So here is how I am going to find my personal style in the next twelve months...

Find my clothing style

At the moment everything is mix & match and far too casual for my liking. I have in my mind though the perfect clothing style for me and that life I want to achieve which is going to be a total 180 flip to what I am currently at. I have Pinterest's saved, Threads saved and pictures from in shops ready to help me decide what clothing is needed to create the perfect style for myself and I am no longer putting off buying these items, I am going to be investing where needed and my day to day outfits are going to be leveling up. To help build that perfectly curated wardrobe to fit the new style I find for myself I will be making sure I am decluttering my wardrobe and selling items every few months to help lower costs and create the space for the perfect items rather than cramming everything into a wardrobe where 90% of items don't get worn.

Find my signature scent

Alongside finding my clothing style I want to find my signature scent. This might take a while but a good scent is a key essential and tied in with finding my clothing style I will be on to a real winner. There are a few fragrances I want to test out to see if they could become my signature scent and to be honest I am really looking forward to this journey as you can't beat trying a good fragrance. I think this is going to be across my social media and I can't wait to get started.

Sort out my hair and skin 

Since growing out my hair I have never had a style to it and most days do the bare minimum with it however, over the next twelve months that is going to be changed. I am going to be taking time to find that style that suits me the most when it comes to my hair and each day I am going to actually take time to create that style rather than just running a brush through it quickly & leaving the house. As for my skin I really need to work on that too as the breakouts are getting ridiculous now and the dark circles under my eyes are getting darker day by day. Over the next twelve months I will be really working on nailing a skincare routine to get the breakouts under control and have my skin looking the best it has in a long time.

Weight loss

My weight loss journey is going to be a huge focus over the next twelve months as I am determined to push towards that end goal as much as possible. I know that due to how much I want to lose that I am not likely to hit my end goal in the twelve months however, I can have a solid twelve months of working towards this and get as close to the target as I can. Getting close to this target is going to be tough and require plenty of changes and here are some of the things that will be being worked on over the next twelve months...

Focus on the journey 

So many times I am tempted with treats like takeaways & meals out however, over the next twelve months I will be cutting right back on these as I want to see the weight dropping and I know that too many takeaways or meals out and going to see the scale rise rather than drop, this goes for alcohol too, over the next twelve months I won't be drinking for the sake of it even if I am out at events I will be mindful of what I consume to help me with this journey. To focus on the journey sacrifices maybe required however, I just need to keep reminding myself they are going to be worth it in the long run. Not everything will be sacrificed though as things in moderation aren't going to effect the journey too much.

Nail my nutrition

Nutrition is going to be a big focus as like I said above the takeaways and meals out are going to be massively reduced. By reducing the takeaways I am going to be finding myself in the kitchen a whole lot more which is definitely going to be a good thing as I can make food from scratch and know exactly what I am putting in my body. The plan is to reduce the amount of ultra processed food we buy and make items like sauces from scratch going forward just to make sure we are eating what is going to fuel me not ruin me. For some strange reason I am actually really looking forward to getting into the kitchen and making some nice, healthy meals.

Hit all my workouts

Gone are the days of missing workouts for trips out, if a workout is scheduled in then it is happening that day. No more 'ah I will fit it in elsewhere whilst I go shopping', this then leads to the workout being missed and slows down progress which I don't want to happen anymore as I want to be making as much progress as possible over the next twelve months. The plan is to be at every football session possible over the next twelve months and then still hit three workouts a week between these football sessions. If I really knuckle down these amount of sessions are certainly possible and I should see some fantastic progress if all these sessions are hit weekly.

Be more active 

I have just mentioned about the workouts I am hoping to hit every week however, it is time to be more active in general. I have become so lazy over the past few months and skip dog walks, leaving them to Liam so I will be bringing them back into play which should be a huge benefit as it will see my steps increase, something that is certainly required as some days I struggle to hit my 8,000 target. I want to get outdoors and generally moving more but I also need to work on finding a balance for this as there are other things I want to do which require being sat down for periods of time. Finding a healthy balance between being sat working on projects and moving my body should be super beneficial in improving so many areas of my life going forward.

Grow my websites

Over the next twelve months a big focus is going to be on growing my websites. Over the past few years these have been massively neglected and to be honest I have really missed working on them so for the next twelve months I am going to be really knuckling down to make some good progress with the sites all round and turn them into something to be proud of once more. So here are some of the things I am going to be doing over the next twelve months to grow the websites properly...

Dedicated specific evenings to work on each site

With three websites I tend to jump between each one and never finish off articles fully so this needs to stop. The plan over the next twelve months is to really knuckle down and use specific nights to work on each site, rather than jumping between content one evening will be dedicated to this site, one will be dedicated to the gaming site and then another will be dedicated to the football site whilst a few hours on a weekend will be dedicated to tying up loose ends which didn't get completed on the specific days. I am hoping this will help me with focus and stop the procrastination that has been delaying the creating of articles for the sites recently.

Put time into building the social media accounts for the sites

A lot of website promo comes from social media and the traffic that the relevant social media accounts drive to the website. Just like with the websites though I have also been massively neglecting social media so that needs to change too. I think I am going to block out some set time each week to batch create content for each account and hopefully this will help create consistency. I also need to remember to post links to any content on stories to help drive traffic towards the articles I have spent time creating. Consistency on socials should really help me see that growth I am hoping to see over the next twelve months.

Make sure I keep to a consistent schedule

To make the most impact I realise now consistency is going to be key and the plan for the next twelves months is to post every Monday to Friday on the websites, this means people know when to expect content from me and when to check the site for new pieces. This might seem like I am going to be needing to write a lot of articles each week however, if I create some mini series & stick to those dedicated evenings for writing articles then I should be able to carry this out and produce plenty of articles over the next twelve months. There may be themed days like a wrap up of my fitness progress or posts that are relevant to that week but all I know is I am going to become super consistent these next twelve months and really stick to that schedule.

Plan ahead so I don't burn out

To maximize the evenings for each site I need to know what I am going to be working on and not just winging it like previously. My plan is to have an evening towards the end of each month to just sit down and map out the sort of articles I will be writing for the next month and any social media posts I need to create for the following month too. This just means I know exactly what is coming up, what I need and how things are going to play out. During this I will also take a look at the analytics for the sites and social media accounts for what is working well and what needs changing up which can then be put into action for the following months content and articles.

Invest in my content 

If I am working had writing articles and creating social media content I want to make sure that over the next twelve months I am also investing in my content which means upgrading my equipment where needed. I will be upgrading any software that is required to help my productivity & planning. An iPad is on the list too to help me more on the go and provide an extra piece of equipment on those content days. Even lighting will look to be upgraded to ensure the best quality social media content and article image. The big thing though is going to be my camera, this is going to get a major upgrade as I look to pick up a new camera as well as a DJI Osmo Pocket 3. This is going to be expensive but more than doable over the course of twelve months and they are going to be expenses that are worth it if they help towards the growth.

Around the house

Finally over the course of the next twelve months I am planning on getting a lot of work done around the house to create the perfect space for relaxing and unwinding in so that I am not finding myself drawn to heading out most evenings and weekends and where I can spend time working on all those things I have just mentioned above. So here are some of the things I am changing around the house over the next twelve months...

Whole new kitchen

This one is happening sooner rather than later and I can't wait. As I said when I mentioned nailing the nutrition I need to be spending time in the kitchen cooking from scratch, something I don't like doing in our current kitchen as it is too dark and cramped. The plan for this space is to make it brighter and more practical with cupboards items actually fit in and aren't overflowing. It will also have a fridge big enough for what we require & my dream cooker which is hopefully going to have me wanting to spend a whole lot more time in here. I can't wait to see the finished result in here and make it our perfect space.

New living room

Once the kitchen is done there is only the living room left to redecorate in the house to finally get rid of the grey and make it cosier. The plan is to have this redone in the next twelve months ready for next autumn & winter to be the cosiest months yet for us with a real fire being added into this space. This is going to be a fun project and I can't wait to finally have all the indoor jobs ticked off at last so that we can finally move onto the outdoor jobs which are going to cost a small fortune no doubt. 

Create the perfect content creating space

The spare room in our house doesn't get used half as much as it should so over the next twelve months I am going to spend time turning this into the perfect content creating space. The plan originally was to turn this into a dressing room however, upon reflection it will be much better suited as a space where I can shut myself away to work on content either writing articles or filming for social media. I have a few ideas on my mind for this space so let's see how this goes and if my dream content space comes to life.

I am determined to make these next twelve months the best yet and really find myself in this time frame but I suppose only time is going to tell if this happens or not. Either way though I am looking forward to seeing what the year has in store for me and hopefully when I do a check in next year I can really see the improvements all round. Let's see how this unfolds shall we, it is time to start making these changes...

See you soon, 

Lucy