Everyone... meet NOORAIN MOHIDDIN!!!
Ain as we all call her began her journey on Healthpointe with Perfect Fit on 18 February 2010. This friendly and amiable lady with a big heart has so kindly agreed to allow us into her insights on being on the programme with Perfect Fit so that we can all see the programme from the "eyes" of a student.
Just for background and so that we are not total "strangers" to Ain.... here are some information about Ain which is found on her Facebook....
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PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT AIN
Activities:Tennis, Pilates, Arts and Crafts, Swimming, Travelling, Working!
Interests:Music, Reading, Travelling, Driving around for no reason....to look for better routes in KL.
Favourite Music:Sheila Majid, Usher, Shakira, Beyonce, Norah Jones, Earth, Wind and Fire, Whitney Houston-in the past, Justin Timberlake, Anuar Zain, Anggun, Michael Jackson!!!! Chris Brown, Alicia Keys, Gwen Stefani, Fergie
Favourite TV Programmes:Desperate Housewife, Martha Steward's Show, American Idol, NTV7 Breakfast Show, Grey's Anatomy, Private Practice, Ghost WhispererFavourite Films:When a man loves a woman, Sleepless in Seattle, Shawshank Redemption, My Best Friend's Wedding, Memoirs of a Geisha, Over Her Dead Body, No Reservations
Favourite Books:Shopaholics series, Harry Porter, Toto-Chan, Where Rainbow Ends-Cecelia Ahern, Teacher's Man-Frank McCourt, Danielle Steele's collection, Sidney Sheldon's collection, Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus!! Books from the KUMON Recommended Reading List...
Favourite Quotations:
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising every time we fall." ~Confucius~
"It's much better to succeed being alone than to be in a relationship and feel like a failure all the time" ~Grey's Anatomy~
About me:
Stubborn and independent....according to my father.
Helpful and loving ... according to my mother.
Big Bully....according to my brother.
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Ain is articulate and fun in her writings.... and we know for sure that you will all enjoy following her progress.
Looking forward to reading Ain's thoughts..... write away Ain....
p/s: Anyone who wishes to comment on Ain's writings.... i am sure Ain will welcome feedback.... so to all of you write away too!!!!
17 february 2010
ReplyDeleteTomorrow, I'm meeting Pam to start talking about my 45-days program. AP
offered her service (to advise me on what to eat and what not to eat), but I
think I should do this on my own. She's always too busy to hold my hand for
the next 45-days anyway.
18 february 2010
ReplyDeleteI went for my startup Health Pointe class with team Perfect Fit tonight. Apart from me, an
Indonesian girl will also be doing. She's sort of my buddy in this 45 days
program.
Tomorrow till Sunday will the the preparation 3 days. I only need to sort of
adjust myself. On Sunday, we'll be going shopping with Pam. I hope I will
lose lots of weight doing this program. I just need to stay focus. I also
want to prove it to my friends that I can be slimmer again.
You know I'll be beautiful again once I get back into shape.
I was given a whole lot of useful things to begin the program with. Weighing
scale, measuring cup, measuring tape, pill box....I'm impressed!!!
19 february 2010
ReplyDeleteWeight: 72.1kg BF: 36.1% BW: 46.8%
Re-organize
Today is my Day-1 for 3-days preparation before I start on to the Health Pointe 45-day diet.
I am really changing my lifestyle from now on. It will be difficult while living here (at the family home) as relatives love coming here and do a gathering here and take up my sleeping place in my mom's room.
At the moment, I don't have a bed in my room. I'm not even organised in the room. I
keep pushing the thought of re-organising the room to another weekend.
I must start to slowly re-organise the room as I am re-organising my life
21 february 2010
ReplyDeleteWeight : 70.6kg BF : 35.7% BW: 47.0%
I'm starting my diet proper tomorrow. I've marinated 0.400 gm of chicken so that can be 4 meals for me. Including snacks if I want. I will wake up extra
early tomorrow to get things done.
I must be thinking about it so much that I'm getting headache. This headache has started since this morning. Off and On.
I tried doing Yoga this afternoon, it was a bit better.....but when I came back, I lie down on the carpet in the room and got it all over again. I should remember to never ever sleep on the floor again.
I can't wait to see my weight on the scale again next weekend and also the body fat % and body water % as well.
22nd February 2010
ReplyDeleteWeight: 70.8 BF:36.0% BW:46.9%
The last 3 days were called Protein Days. I was happy with all my meals. Going into what we call the Menu Plan Days today. I'm a bit worried about having to include citrus in my diet though. I can't really take citrus. I used to suffer from reflux (google it if you don't know what it is) and it has somehow made my teeth very sensitive.
This morning, I cut the grapefruit into small pieces and chew as little as possible but it wasn't easy because of my pre-existing reflux condition.
hopefully tomorrow is a better day.
28/2/2010
ReplyDeleteWeight: 70.2kg BF:35.5% BW: 47.2%
Amongst other things likes lots of nice proteins, veges and fruits, I've been eating citrus this whole week. Why do I have allergy? Of all things....citrus????
On the whole, the programme teaches us to have a very good balance of the food types.
I'm so looking forward to tomorrow. Protein day!!! I love protein day. I can have protein day everyday....just because I am dreading my fruits!!! (mainly citrus)
I asked Pam today if I can take other fruit.....Pam gave me a green light!!! she said Papaya is good.
btw....i went crazy on cupcakes last night. I am feeling guilty now. I hope it will not show in my reading soon. I think that's what I'll do after my 45 days....have a cupcake party!!!!!!!!!
4/3
ReplyDeleteWeight: 68.6kg BF:35.1% BW: 47.5%
I'm getting a little bit worried as my ketostick does not show a good reading. It's been either 0 or 1. One time I was lucky, I had a "2".
I've been informed by Pam that Bernard had the same kind of reading when he was in the program. Bernard claimed that it happens sometimes and can sometimes happen to people who use their brain a lot. Isn't that a great piece of information??
Pam told me not to worry as I'm still showing progress.
6/3
ReplyDeleteWeight: 68.1kg BF:34.5% BW:47.9%
Today was a challenging day for me. In the afternoon, I had my High School Reunion Luncheon. However, I did quite well. I only took what I needed to take and the rest of the time, I drank non stop and busy taking pictures with all the teachers.
At 7pm, a friend invited me for a full moon party. They had lots of protein food!!! I was happy....but they had a piece of cake that I can't resist. Yeah! I had that....
By 9, I had to meet a friend at a football match. I reached there just on time for dinner and prize giving. I skipped dinner while my friends were having all the oily, highly fattening and what I used to gloat on food.
i did pretty well for a busy weekend.
7/3
ReplyDeleteWeight: 68.9kg BF:35.0% BW:47.6%
Looks like I gained back my weight and fat from all the functions I had to attend yesterday. I decided to do Yoga at the gym today. Maybe it'll ease my stress and at the same time, decrease my weight and body fat.
Today is also a grocery shopping day for me.
I've totally changed my lifestyle. I had stopped spending time at the supermarket for years and after Pam took me out shopping during our prep day, I started to enjoy it again. Now I know how to choose the right kind of food for me.
17 march 2010
ReplyDeleteWeight: 67.2kg BF: 34.2% BW : 48.2%
I've been on a Perfect Fitness program for 4 weeks now. I've lost a total of 5 kg!!!!
The last few days, I've been adding some "kerepek pisang". I must stop this binging habit before it ruins my diet totally.
It feels nice to lose those 5kg. Most clothes can fit better now. and it's much easier to move
22nd March 2010
ReplyDeleteWeight:67.9kg BF:34.4% BW:48.0%
Last week, on the 18th, Pam asked me if I'd like to write in Perfect Fit Blog. Bernard thought of sharing what goes through a student's mind while going through this program. I think that's a good idea as I have been doing it here and there.
I was also told about a Perfect Fit Challenge which is similar to "The Biggest Loser" challenge. I was told I'm in the running because I signed up in February.
Last weekend was quite challenging for me as I took my family to Port Dickson for a short break. It was just impossible to snack on time and by end of the day, I was feeling weak. I did bring along 2 snacks, but I finished them up on our way there.
Looking at my weight and body fat today....I should not feel too guilty about the fried rice
The good news is....today is my favourite day. It's Monday and it's Protein Day!!! :-)
23/3/2010
ReplyDeleteToday is the beginning of my "Add more Food" day. Last night I was not too sure about it. Coach Pam gave me all the info I needed. I went shopping for all the things....I just have to get it right for the next 2 weeks.
Looking at the Menu plan....I asked Pam, is this for real? I can't imagine losing more weight doing this for the next 2 weeks....Pam assured me ...if I can lose what I have for the last 4 weeks, this should work as well.
This morning, looking at my fat percentage....Pam suggested I make sure I move around more. Why do I feel so lazy lately???? I am relying on my Wednesday Pilates and Sunday dancing class and Yoga. I must increase my activities. 2 more weeks, and my aim is to lose 12kg in 1 cycle!!!
Please let it happen. *praying out loud*
Hey Noorain... cool ! You have one of the best coach in the team.. go for your goal and let us proud of you ya !!
ReplyDeleteThanks Joanne....Pam is the best coach for me and the best guide. I think it's important to have some kind of bonding....cos my good friend have tried giving me pointers on losing weight, but I didn't feel as obliging. I felt very intimidated. With Pam, all she needs to do is tell me what I should do, and I obediently will follow. :-)
ReplyDeleteYour "dear diary journal" is so great, Ain... good luck & do well for the remaining days... ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks for your support gals!!!
ReplyDelete24/3/2010
ReplyDeleteWeight: 67.2kg BF:33.8% BW:48.5%
Managed to do more than 10,000 steps yesterday. Today, I forgot to wear the pedometer again!!!! I seem to have issues with this pedometer.I sometimes forget to reset it, sometimes I leave it at the washroom at my centre and sometimes, I look at it, but didn't click in my head that I need to wear it.
I find today quite challenging. I won't have to work on Wednesdays, and for years it's like a day I can do anything I want, apart from my weekends. Usually, I'd spend time with friends to have tea or nice dinner on Wednesdays. Today, I felt like having the nice nasi briyani and cupcakes.
I came home, did some nice snacks and pacified myself.
Tomorrow is my brother's birthday. I've ordered a dozen of cupcakes from a cousin to surprise him at work. He works for me.....so I guess, I did it because I wanted to have my share!!! and tomorrow I'm meeting Pam!!! I want my waistline to be smaller than last week...I must pray tonight that tomorrow, I'm smaller!
Hey Ain,
ReplyDeleteYour prayer worked huh? Your waistline shrank when we measured last nite!!! Hurray! :-)
Just one and a half weeks to go, give your all ya, aim for your goal weight! I know you can do it!
Yeah Pam,
ReplyDeleteThis program has not stopped to amaze me. every prayers have been answered so far....hehehe
one and a half weeks??? eesy peesy!!! :p
29/3
ReplyDeleteYesterday, I spent 4 hours of my afternoon attending the Foundation class for Perfect Fit Coaches. I'm so inspired by the kgs I've lost, and how energetic I've become, that I would like to share it with people around me.
I learned so many things I didn't know. This week will be my last week in the program, and it's good to learn what I did yesterday because, I will want to apply to as much as I can. I am 1/2 way to my ideal weight. I'm pretty happy.
Tomorrow I have to eat even more. I'm thinking of the variety of food I can mix and match with. I never we can even do mix and match with food, to get the right combination. I know it now, but I'd like to learn more. Being a Teacher....I suppose. I'll never stop learning.
Wow!!! I am really impressed with the interesting facts shared about healthy living and improved lifestyle. Congratulations for the effort put into and I would certainly love to do this someday :)
ReplyDeleteAin, what a great journal.....i believe, you have inspired many people who are doing the program currently and will also inspire the new ones..... Through your journal, I can tell that you are indeed a good student....:) Keep it up yar..:) Coach Pam is superb!!
ReplyDeleteTo all the current students - keep it up too.....you guys are not alone..:) Ain goes through the same thing as you all too...
Ain!!! U are fantastic!! A pleasure to read.
ReplyDeleteAnita, yes, healthpointe with Perfect Fit is certainly fun and educational. Do join us soon!!! We will have a great time with u!
All the best!
It is indeed fun. My body keep producing happy hormones. No doubt I miss some food during this duration of time, but I'm happy enough to replace it with food I don't usually eat and indulge in.
ReplyDeleteNever before have I been on a diet and stay happy. I sometimes skip and sing around my centre.....and it's just good for all the people around me because I keep sending positive vibes by being happy.
Happiness is infectious....
30/3/2010
ReplyDeleteToday I moved to Phase 3 of my "Add More Food Day". I was just super happy because I had to add 3/4 cup of grain. I was talking about it from yesterday. So today, my staff reminded me not to forget to add my grain. My staff are supporting me well and everyday, they'd see my menu. I have my days when I feel like eating vege is such a chore, but I'd still chew on my vege and call myself a "silly goat".
So, today, this "silly goat" has her tummy all full with grains, proteins, vegetables and fruits. What a great diet.... all food groups are accounted for!!!
Pam told me to closely follow my snacking time this week as this should be the last week to see if I can loose some more...and I think I might as well try to loose as much as I can. Who knows maybe I can be the first "Biggest Looser" for Perfect Fit!!! That's a good motivation.
30/4/2010
ReplyDeleteI don't know why, but I feel like my measuring cup and my food weighing scale is not showing me the right reading. How come it feels like I'm eating way too much today? Or is that how it's suppose to be.
Let me enjoy all my food....tomorrow, I'll ask Pam. :-)
Had a girly meet up last night and my friends complimented me on my new figure. It feels nice.
ReplyDeleteWhat feels nicer was when my food came and they were surprised the amount of food I was supposed to eat, and they were all nice yummy! food. We shared some of them.
However, I ended up getting heartburn as my tummy is not not used to eating a lot now. With the "add more food" it's still trying to adjust.
Heartburn was one of the reason why I started this program. I was suffering from this for quite a long time now. I just can't seem to take in the wrong food. Since I started the program, I have not suffered yet....just last night. Probably I went overboard trying to make sure I am eating enough portion.
The other reason why I have agreed to start this program was because of my joint-paint. Yeah! it's pretty sad when you're not even 40 and was getting all achy!
The good news is, I'm alright with my joint pain now and because of that, I'm happier at the gym. Mr "boyfriend" used to think I never spent enough hours at the gym, and I have not done enough workout for the week....but I have proven him wrong! I still lost weight despite not going to the gym on a daily basis and torture myself there.
I really enjoy reading this journal of yours, Ain. It has given me so much insight into what a student really goes through and what went through a student's mind. I've learnt much and have definitely benefitted! Hopefully moving forward will be able to do a better job as coach.
ReplyDeleteThanks a million for sharing, Ain :-)
Thanks for your guidance dearest Coach Pam. I've learned much more from you!!!
ReplyDeleteAs you can see....I've benefited from this program!!
Today is my 44th day in this program. It means tomorrow should be the last day. I tried my best to stick to the program as much as I could today, but after lunch I saw a Baskin Robbins shop. I could not stop myself from walking the shop.
ReplyDeleteI chose the yogurt fat-free ice cream...hoping it's really fat free. I'm aware of all the calories counting now. The program has taught me to select my food wisely. I'm still learning, but compared to before I was introduced to Pam, I'm much better now.
I wasn't able to snack well today because of the seminar I had to attend to this morning.
This morning my weight and body fat percentage were still under control. Pam thinks it's a good sign. I feel a bit bloated now though. I know it's hormonal, and nothing to do with the diet.
Oh yeah, Mr "boyfriend" asked me last night to explain further about this program to him. He seemed interested. Let's see what happens......(to be continued)
i'm continuing my menu plan diet for the next 2 to 3 weeks. I'm hoping to achieve my ideal body fat% or ideal weight. Whichever comes first. Since I'm already in the program, I thought, might as well I take another 2 or 3 weeks to challenge myself.
ReplyDeleteToday I start my second cycle.
At the end of this month, I'm going to Perth. It would be good to look slimmer when I'm there
Today is Day 3 of my 2nd cycle. I feel like I'm losing it.
ReplyDeleteToday is Wednesday, and it's a "do anything I want" day. Things always get out of hand when it comes to Wednesday. I went to Pavilion with a girlfriend. I started feeling hungry and when I saw the Sister's Crunchy Popiah, I conveniently forget about my diet and ordered a set. I'm regretting it now. :-(
And I may regret again tomorrow cos I've ordered strawberry cupcakes for my staff's birthday at the centre.
I had dinner with Pam and my cousin Ina who is also in the program. We ate nice food!!!!! Cousin Ina has started to lose weight. I must make sure I lose some more to motivate her further. 6kg more to go...and I'll be perfect.
I think I can do it.
Wow, Ain! You're now in 2nd cycle? Of course, you can achieve your ideal weight as you already experienced it. Chaiyok! Chaiyok!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ika.....I aimed to lose 12kg in 1 cycle....but what to do, i suka budu...hehhe (just to make it rhyme!!!)
ReplyDelete6th Apr : BF-33.6% BW-48.6% Weight-66.1kg
ReplyDelete7th Apr : BF-33.7% BW-48.5% Weight-66.1kg
8th Apr : BF-33.3% BW-48.8% Weight-66.0kg
Those are my reading for the last 3 days including today. I don't think I deserve the achievement....cos I've not been good in snacking. Last night, I craved for potato chips!! It's that time of the month where I just can't control my cravings. Sweet stuff usually. Potato Chips was a weird one, but that didn't mean I ignored it. "guilty me!!!"
Today....measuring day. I purposely wore a tight black t-shirt with an extra flared skirt. Let's play with illusion!!!! and let's see if Pam thinks I'm smaller when she sees me (of course until she measures me!)
You are so funny Ain!!! Tell us how yr measurements went k?
ReplyDeleteHi Bernard..... I think Pam is used to seeing her students getting smaller by now (with illusion or no illusion) I think she only believes in the measurements and what the scale tells her.
ReplyDeleteBUT..... I'm smaller!!! Everything is smaller except for thighs and wrist!!!! but I'm happy enough.
waaa... your reading now is so great... i'm jealous of your achievement (especially on your body fat %)... hahaha
ReplyDeleteit's true... last nite u look so gorgeous, so slim... it's credit to you and your coach, Pam
Hey Ika,
ReplyDeleteCredit goes to Ain. After all, she's the one on the programme. I'm just the sibuk one, telling what to do and what not to do... Hee... Hee...
You too are doing so well, Ika. To borrow your words: Chaiyok! Chaiyok! :-)
Cool !!! welldone Ain !! It's great to see you getting smaller :)
ReplyDelete:D :D :D :D <-----that means grinning from ear to ear!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI would like to thank my mom, who's always supportive, even though she laughed at me measuring my food, my only brother, who keeps on reminding me to not go overboard with my cravings and last but not least....my Coach Pam (and Benard!!!), who is a true "educator" to me because they keep encouraging. As a teacher myself, I think that's the best way. and the whole team of Perfect Fit....for always making me feel at home every Thursday night!!!
like Academy Award huh??? let me perasan a bit lah!!!! Thanks so much Ika, Joanne and Pam. What you wrote up there were very encouraging.
Weight : 66.3kg BF:33.7% BW:48.6%
ReplyDeleteThis morning, the scale wasn't really kind to me. I "predicted" my weight to drop to 65kg!!!!!!! Well, I had wanted it to drop to 65kg. I've been on 66kg for a long time. Too long for my liking. (The drama queen in me talking of course)
Today was a busy day at work. I ran around like a blue housefly. I chose to do a few things outside so that I can keep up with my 10,000 steps. It should by now be 12,000 to 15,000 steps a day I think....but 10,000 is my lucky number, so i'll stick to that. *grin*
By the time I finished work, I was tired, hungry and sleepy. I had snacked enough after lunch, but I think my metabolic rate is too high now (is there such thing???)
I ended up eating a bowl of noodles! I know I've been bad lately, but tonight is the worse. I should be punished!!!
I've not been blogging lately because I've been busy with work. A bit stressed out and trying my best to follow the program as best as I could for the last few weeks.
ReplyDeleteI am a determined person. I wanted to loose 12kg in 45days, but that didn't happen, so I asked for an extension. Kiasu right???
I've been a bit slacked in snacking. I've been lazy to cook and prepare my food for the day like I have been for the last 45 days. It seems like the clock in my body only gave 45 days to be disciplined.
I'm trying my best now...
But, the good news is: I have people inquiring how I lost all my weight and people are complimenting the difference. One of my cousin signed up for the program and tomorrow, one of my staff is considering to join. This is wonderful. I would like to learn to be a coach and help other people lose weight.
another happy news, my weight has not really increased.
Weight: 65.8kg BF: 33.4% BW: 48.7%
That's the great thing about healthpointe isn't it Ain? This fact that it's designed in such a way that weight rebounce is kept to a minimal?
ReplyDeleteWe know you will make a superrrrrb coach. Let's change the world!!!
I've managed to maintain my weight for the last one week. I had a weekend Conference and we had food galore!!! I was disciplined enough to only take what is good for me.
ReplyDeleteI will share a little bit about what I do for a living. I run a learning centre with close to 300 students. I also teach and manage my staff at the centre. I only work 4 days a week, but my 4 days are usually packed with meetings, classes and training. These are the reasons why I need all the energy I can get.
Since I started the program, I'm more and more energetic.
I must also share that I've been cheating with my food lately.....due to stress. (confession time!)
Last weekend...I could finally fit in my Anne Taylor's dress I had purchased in year 2008. I'm officially size 10 (US) now!!! *griiiiiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnn*
Yesterday, I joined team Perfect Fit for a monthly Afternoon Tea session. The team shared with me a lot about skin care and make-up. That was fun.
ReplyDeleteI have one more week....and it'll be an "add more food" week. I hope this time around, I'll not be over-excited and over-eat!!!
What a tremendous encouragement to all who are starting out in Healthpointe. Thanks for your candid and informative journal of experiences, Ain.
ReplyDeleteThat's great that this is working for somebody. I'm thinking of joining myself. Thanks for your blog!
ReplyDeleteHi there anonymous... yes! do start the journey to an improved lifestyle with the right knowledge on how to take care of yourself well. Contact us !!! We will be happy to hear from you!
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