Monday: Today wasn't too bad. I planned my eating out today, which I haven't done in a long time. I didn't stick to what I had planned, because today was grocery day, and I got some new yummies. When you have been eating pretty much the same stuff for 6 weeks, you get a little sick of it. I got some raspberries, blueberries, and some greek yogurt. What do you get when you put those things together? A yummy treat! For dinner we went to a salad masters presentation. You, like I was, are probably wondering what the heck that is. It's actually a cook wear company that makes pots and pans out of surgical steel. It was pretty impressive, and as much as I would like a set, I'm not willing for fork over,
cough, $6000 to get one. The dinner was good, not 100% bfl, but really close.
My workout went well. I switched back to weights MWF like the program is set up. I am no longer a paper carrier to the gym. It makes the workouts go by SO much faster. I am enjoying them more. I think I have hurt the ligament that goes around my knee. It's a bit sore and hurts when I do my leg extensions. The seated calf raises still get my. I suppose since I have only been doing them for 2 weeks, instead of 6, that's the reason. I need to up my weights on my straight leg dead lift. I really enjoy this, and am grateful to have a good way to strengthen my lower back. Before I knew it, the workout was over, and I was on my way home.
Tuesday: Some days I wake up and don't exactly feel like eating breakfast. For most of my life, I skipped breakfast, because sleep took precedence. Silly,
stupid, silly me. This morning I made myself a shake. Lets be honest, who doesn't want a chocolate milk shake for breakfast? I had some cottage cheese, and cherries for my mid morning snack. I sure love summertime and ALL the fruit that comes with it. Lunch was a turkey, avocado sandwich (man, I am a sucker for those). BTW, did you know that if you buy avocados when they are hard, and put them in the fridge, they will last a long time. You may wonder why I say that. I generally buy them in a bag of 5, and have to hurry to eat them. Now, I just pull one out of the fridge every couple of days. Genius! Protein bar for my afternoon snack, and taco salad for dinner.
I got some gut wrenching news during dinner. I was so distraught. It's not something that can be shared at this time, so please don't ask. I didn't want to go to the gym. Shane said I needed to go and burn it out to feel better. I told him I wanted to buy a carton of Heavenly Hash ice cream, and go to a girl friends house and sulk, while I ate the entire thing of ice cream. Today was intervals, which means 20 minutes. I convinced myself that I could run for 20 minutes. I didn't end up making it to level 10 today. My mind just couldn't run any longer. Yes, my mind. My knee hurt a bit. I need to look into strengthening it. I came home, had a shake, and now need to work on my bedtime routine.
Wednesday: I woke up sore from my intervals yesterday. I did great with my meals. I did great until I went to the epicure party tonight. All of the dips and chips were delicious. I figured I'd give the stuff a shot. Last night I got on the scale. My weight hasn't changed in 2 weeks. I know a lot of it has to do with the fact that I haven't been sticking to my meal plans. Darn it!
The gym was good. I felt sick for a good part of it, from all the fatty, rich dips. I decided it isn't even worth trying to eat that kind of stuff. It makes me sick, and fat, so I'll continue to let it go. My upper body weights go in this order: chest, shoulders, back, triceps, biceps. I was hitting the half way point and decided to ask for a bit of assistance/direction with how to do my back weights. I always ended up feeling them in my triceps and never in my back. Anna, the girl at the frost desk, came and showed me how to do that lift. I got my weights and gave it a whirl. On my next set, she came back over to me, to assist me. She told me the weight I was using was too light, that I was stronger than that. It's crazy how simple words like that can change everything. Not only did I learn how to properly do the lift, but did it with 25lbs in each hand. I was super impressed with myself. It occurred to me why I haven't really lost any lbs. I am continuing to lose inches, so the fat loss/ muscle gain could be balancing out, but I truly think it's because I am not pushing myself enough when it comes to my weights. Ok, heavier weights, gotcha!
If I can trim the same amount off my body in the next 6 weeks, that I have the first 6 weeks, I will be one hot mama! Just sayin'.
Thursday: Today was my day with the R boys this week. I woke up and made some oatmeal for breakfast. I put hemp hearts (for my protein), cinnamon, nutmeg, and a little bit of milk. It was pretty good. Before we left for the afternoon, I had
2 a protein bar and wondered if I should just throw the diet out for today. I chose not to pack food for Samuel or I, just grabbed another protein bar, and off we went. After a while, I got hungry, so I went to the fridge, to see what I could make for myself. Greek yogurt and berries. This time round was sooooooo good. I am really grateful mama R is healthy, and keeps her fridge well stocked with protein rich foods. We had salmon and asparagus for dinner. It was yummy.
I found myself at the hospital tonight, visiting a sick friend, instead of at the gym. I told myself I would go for a run when I got home. Well, when it was 9:30pm, the sun was setting, and I was pulling in my driveway, I decided it wasn't going to happen. I swear, all this blog is about is confessions. If only I could just stick to the program, and not have to confess my shortfalls. Well, thank you dear blog readers for keeping me honest. Love you.
Friday: This morning I was perusing through the ads (as the sales start today), and was hit in my weak spot "Today Only." Samuel and I ended up buying berries... LOTS of berries! Blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries. SO yummy! Breakfast today was oatmeal, with blueberries, and hemp hearts. A protein bar for a snack, and a turkey, avocado wrap for lunch. I waited too long to eat, and paid for it. I suffer from "hunger rage," and was freaking out waiting for dinner to be finished. We had yummy beef kabobs and perfectly cooked corn on the cob (ok, only I had corn on the cob).
I picked up my race package down at Spray Lakes. The gym was closed, and I really wasn't wanting to work out. I was glad Shane and Kailey convinced me that doing lower body weights 12 hours before a race wasn't a very good idea. Shane really encouraged me to hit the track upstairs and run. I drug my feet, changed my clothes, and walked up to the track. Not a soul was there. I had the track to myself, and it was SO boring. My knees started to hurt and I was nervous that they would hurt in the morning. I did a few sprint laps, and a short 2 miles later, I was stretching. Grateful I did in fact do some exercise, regardless of how short my shorts were (since my gym clothes were still wet in the wash). Success!
Saturday: Free day Saturday! Oatmeal with 2% milk and brown sugar, burgers, brie cheese melt on baguettes, burger, cupcakes, and so many other yummy things. We had a prenatal class reunion and gorged ourselves on yummy food.
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Sunday: I am planning my meals next week. For real! This morning was greek yogurt and berries. I love the thickness of the yogurt, I don't so much care for the sourness. Thankfully the berries added the sweetness it needed. I decided to try some gluten free bread. My body really doesn't break down wheat and so I feel better when I don't have it. The Udi's bread that I got was actually pretty good. I had a toasted avocado, turkey sandwich on it. I am planning to be gluten free (or as close as I can get). I know my body will thank me for it, and I feel that I have learned enough about nutrition at this point to be able to do it. I made some garlic shrimp for dinner. Tonight was the first time I have peeled and cooked raw prawns. They looked exactly like the pre cooked shrimp I generally buy. I had some spinach salad to go with it, and called it a meal. We had some friends over for games, and all was well, until the sourdough bread, and spinach dip from yesterday came out. I am weak peeps.
No exercise for this girl on the Holy Sabbath. Onto meal planning and lower body weights tomorrow. Day 42 complete. I'm half way done :)