Stott weight loss pilates

 Today's FWOM workout was a Stott Pilates DVD. The workouts on the 2 part DVD are divided into parts- a warm up, a 30 minutes "walking workout" and then a 30 minute pilates mat workout.

To be honest, I thought the workout was a little ridiculous, I had to do various steps, essentially walking on the spot but with modifications like licks and lunges. It just felt like I wasn't working that hard, and if I want a leisurely walk I would rather go out into the countryside! The pilates matwork was fairly standard- effective but not exhilarating.

Overall the DVD was very dated and didn't really offer a new experience...it is maybe aimed at an older audience.

I would like to try some other workout that combines pilates and cardio though as I think it could be really fun, this version just wasn't for me.

One success story was, however, my Friday baking. Today I made "fruitburst"muffins with blueberries, raisins, dried berries and apricots. I added the oats on top as I think they are pretty :)

I followed this recipe and they turned out fab

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1273/fruitburst-muffins

I also had the pleasure of eating out for lunch today :) My boyfriend and I went to the local vegetarian restaurant and had risotto stuffed peppers with goat's cheese with a deli salad...this salad was awesome...leaves, kiwi, mango, strawberry, seed, quinoa...great food inspiration!