Fitness bug!

So it's been a while. Last time I blogged I was moving down to Reading, and now somehow it's 7 months later.

Life in Reading has been different, and I finally feel as though I have settled in at work. I found it quite nerve-wracking to begin with, and my distinct lack of confidence really didn't help! Now, a few exams in and a couple of months back in the office I'm starting to feel like I know what I'm doing. (For the most part at least...)

Pete will be moving in towards the end of June (in 53 days to be precise) which I am very much looking forward to. It'll be a bit rubbish having exams and college whilst he is staying, but at least I will be home on time each day!

Over the last couple of weeks I have decided that I need to start being a little bit more active - the sedentary office lifestyle has very much taken its toll! Pete and I bought walking boots last month and have been doing a little bit of walking in the local area around both Reading and Loughborough. Combined with picnics it really is a nice way to spend some quality time together and do a little bit of gentle exercise.

Last weekend, though, I bought a new mountain bike. We are having an office move within the next few months and so am planning to cycle in to the (certainly less convenient) new location. Additionally Pete would like to do some proper mountain biking, so we shall be starting to go on trails etc in the future. I am both nervous and excited about this, but am looking forward to pursuing a new hobby together.

And so, in the interest of getting a little more fit and active (and potentially a bit slimmer in time for the summer ball!), I've decided that keeping a bit of a 'fitness' blog will help in keeping me motivated. So you shall be seeing a lot of updates on my progress (or lack thereof), and hopefully it'll convince me to keep going!