Gary Strachan – "Write" Said Fred
Whimsical observations from deep within an erratic mind
Recently, during a period of free time afforded by my early retirement, I've mulled over strategies which'd address the unhealthier elements of my lifestyle. To be clear, this pondering hasn't as yet seen me embrace the steps I need to follow; but as they say 'It's the thought that counts'. Seriously, though, this period of... Continue Reading →
My week of exercise and healthy eating unceremoniously came off the rails yesterday evening. The willpower of yours truly, stoic foe of temptation over the previous seven days or so, conspicuous by it's absence during a visit to Headingley cricket ground. An evening sojourn with a pal to witness the Yorkshire v Lancashire T20 Blast game. All the ingredients were there to... Continue Reading →
It's early days yet, but I'm now into the swing of the programme to improve my fitness and diet. Pleasingly, thus far my discipline has remained intact, resulting in yours truly now consuming cherry tomatoes and strawberries when snacking, not to mention a healthier breakfast of porridge. Since the programme's inception, I've stayed clear of picking at slices of... Continue Reading →
I'm in the process of attempting to address the unhealthier elements of my life. This strategy has seen me reduce my diet of fat based food, have a Personal Trainer draw me up an exercise and diet plan, and cessation of utilising the word clunge. This personal fitness and diet programme has already seen me lose 25 pounds,... Continue Reading →
In recent weeks I’ve been attempting to lose weight and up my fitness levels. The main driver behind this lifestyle choice being concerns over recent feelings of slovenliness and lethargy. I was also prompted into action after being labelled a ‘right lard arse’ by a rotund woman of our parish. As an actress/singer with a less than a svelte figure... Continue Reading →
In recent weeks I’ve been attempting to lose weight and up my fitness levels. The main driver for this being concerns about recent feelings of slovenliness and lethargy. I was also prompted into action after being labeled a ‘lard arse’ by a local rotund woman who sings at the conclusion of operas. I’ve embarked on... Continue Reading →