I am so glad it is Thursday. Mostly because my Wednesday was horrendous and not so fun. Seems to be the story of my life these days. As a result to said crummy day, I splurged and had 2 Oreo's and a plethora of ice cream complete with chocolate sauce. It didn't hurt me scale wise, but it did make me upset with myself for succumbing to emotional eating.
Today was much much better. I came home, walked the dog all over the place and we then relaxed for a bit. After that, we decided I should probably work on my fitness. And I did. It was heavenly! I burned 329 calories and just feel like a million bucks.
As I write this now, my dinner is sizzling away. I am having grilled chicken breast, sauteed squash and onions, cabbage, and a bit of rice. I can't wait! It'll be yummy! Tomorrow is Finally Friday!!! Hello weekend and 2 more workouts before a mini rest.
I can't wait to see you Friday! Hurry up and get here!
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Sometimes I feel...
Sometimes I feel like:
I weigh myself daily, but I only count the Monday weigh ins. Yesterday the scale had not budged in about 2 weeks. (My guilty secret - I also weigh myself before a workout just because.) This evening I saw some change and am hopeful that this is truly indicative of what I might see Monday morning.
The best part about all of this is that I found while I crave some sweets or some carbs, they just aren't worth it right now. I have to focus on my goal of hitting and (more importantly) maintaining 130 pounds. Then, I can allow myself a small treat of frozen yogurt or a small (bite) sweet...maybe 2 times a week max.
At any rate, this week is Core Cardio & Balance. It is amazing. It's just 35 minutes but you definitely work in those 35 minutes. I burned 319 calories yesterday and 336 today. I am on target for an 1800+ calorie burning week!
Hope your Tuesday is fabulous!
- A blimp
- Like I waddle
- Like no matter how hard I work I don't see or feel a difference
I weigh myself daily, but I only count the Monday weigh ins. Yesterday the scale had not budged in about 2 weeks. (My guilty secret - I also weigh myself before a workout just because.) This evening I saw some change and am hopeful that this is truly indicative of what I might see Monday morning.
The best part about all of this is that I found while I crave some sweets or some carbs, they just aren't worth it right now. I have to focus on my goal of hitting and (more importantly) maintaining 130 pounds. Then, I can allow myself a small treat of frozen yogurt or a small (bite) sweet...maybe 2 times a week max.
At any rate, this week is Core Cardio & Balance. It is amazing. It's just 35 minutes but you definitely work in those 35 minutes. I burned 319 calories yesterday and 336 today. I am on target for an 1800+ calorie burning week!
Hope your Tuesday is fabulous!
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Sonoma Eating Style 101
Hello Sonoma! It's Jen, your newest fan and newest follower. I am starting you tomorrow! Are you excited? I know I am! I just stocked up on 'Sonoma' like things. Essentially, everything I already eat. Veggies, grapefruit (new to me), and some lean meat. I am pretty excited to try you out!
SO chicken is cooking to prep for my lunch for the week - it's a chicken and veggie wrap. The chicken is being baked in olive oil - yum! And I'll toss it with some spinach, cucumbers, carrots, and perhaps some feta cheese. I've also managed to take some flank steak, put it with olive oil as well and season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. I can't wait to try it with some roasted veggies.
Anyhow, I'll check in tomorrow after my workout and dinner. Wish me luck with tomorrow's workout...it is core cardio and balance.
SO chicken is cooking to prep for my lunch for the week - it's a chicken and veggie wrap. The chicken is being baked in olive oil - yum! And I'll toss it with some spinach, cucumbers, carrots, and perhaps some feta cheese. I've also managed to take some flank steak, put it with olive oil as well and season it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. I can't wait to try it with some roasted veggies.
Anyhow, I'll check in tomorrow after my workout and dinner. Wish me luck with tomorrow's workout...it is core cardio and balance.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Birthday Thursday!
Happy birthday to: Me! Houdini! Peyton Manning! And, Alyson Hannigan!
Today is my big fat 28th birthday. I'm not old yet...I have 2 more years. BUT! I am pretty happy with today! Well, more like yesterday. Let me recap:
I came home and got my workout on. It was the plyometric cardio circuit. It was intense, but great. I burned 408 calories in 41 minutes. No complaints here! That's an average of nearly 10 calories a minute! I followed my workout with a solid dinner --> George Foreman gilled chicken, 1 tomato (sliced, eaten raw, yum!), sauteed zuchinni, and steamed rice. And of course, a glass of chocolate milk. I have found I prefer that to a protein smoothie after a workout. I drink a protein smoothie in the morning to increase my breakfast calorie count and hold me over til close to lunch time before getting hungry.
Today is cardio recovery day so it shouldn't be too intense. Since I skipped cardio abs earlier in the week, I'm planning to tack it on to the end of the cardio recovery. All in all it should be a fabulous workout. Since I don't really know anyone in the area yet, dinner will be in...it will be leftover chicken, steamed cabbage (yum!), rice, and either (homemade) honey glazed carrots or a sliced tomato. Decisions, decisions.
Hope your day is fabulous! Happy Birthday Thursday to Me!
Today is my big fat 28th birthday. I'm not old yet...I have 2 more years. BUT! I am pretty happy with today! Well, more like yesterday. Let me recap:
I came home and got my workout on. It was the plyometric cardio circuit. It was intense, but great. I burned 408 calories in 41 minutes. No complaints here! That's an average of nearly 10 calories a minute! I followed my workout with a solid dinner --> George Foreman gilled chicken, 1 tomato (sliced, eaten raw, yum!), sauteed zuchinni, and steamed rice. And of course, a glass of chocolate milk. I have found I prefer that to a protein smoothie after a workout. I drink a protein smoothie in the morning to increase my breakfast calorie count and hold me over til close to lunch time before getting hungry.
Today is cardio recovery day so it shouldn't be too intense. Since I skipped cardio abs earlier in the week, I'm planning to tack it on to the end of the cardio recovery. All in all it should be a fabulous workout. Since I don't really know anyone in the area yet, dinner will be in...it will be leftover chicken, steamed cabbage (yum!), rice, and either (homemade) honey glazed carrots or a sliced tomato. Decisions, decisions.
Hope your day is fabulous! Happy Birthday Thursday to Me!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Power Cardio & Cardio Abs...What?
My workout was B A N A N A S!!! It was I N C R E D I B L E!!!
Ok, now that I'm done gushing, allow me to elaborate. The first 40 minutes of my workout was the power cardio...I've done this workout before and I enjoyed it the first time. This time around, I loved it. Today was a bit of a rough day due to the long hours at work. I am okay with that. I did it. and that's half the battle.
The second part of the workout was called cardio abs. It was intense...this was a huge workout for my abs and truly kicked my butt. I loved it! I need to strengthen my core tremendously. I think that is the reason I feel so out of sorts. Maybe I'll add the 15 minute core workout 3 days a week to see if I can develop those muscles a bit more.
Anyhow, tomorrow is cardio recovery and I know I have a long day at work again. I am not sure what time I'll be home...it might just workout that I skip tomorrow's workout if it is too late. However, if it is before 9, workout is a go! Here's to Thursday (and the hope I'll be able to workout)!!
Ok, now that I'm done gushing, allow me to elaborate. The first 40 minutes of my workout was the power cardio...I've done this workout before and I enjoyed it the first time. This time around, I loved it. Today was a bit of a rough day due to the long hours at work. I am okay with that. I did it. and that's half the battle.
The second part of the workout was called cardio abs. It was intense...this was a huge workout for my abs and truly kicked my butt. I loved it! I need to strengthen my core tremendously. I think that is the reason I feel so out of sorts. Maybe I'll add the 15 minute core workout 3 days a week to see if I can develop those muscles a bit more.
Anyhow, tomorrow is cardio recovery and I know I have a long day at work again. I am not sure what time I'll be home...it might just workout that I skip tomorrow's workout if it is too late. However, if it is before 9, workout is a go! Here's to Thursday (and the hope I'll be able to workout)!!
Monday, March 14, 2011
Fit Test 2 Results
Today marks the start of the second week for Insanity. In missing 4 workouts in just 12 days, I'm exceptionally pleased with my results thus far.
Switch Kicks: 40/46
Power Jacks: 31/39
Power Knees: 52/64
Power Jumps: 20/25
Globe Jumps: 6/8
Suicide Jumps: 10/12
Push-Up Jacks: 10/15
Low Plank Oblique: 15/16
I've also lost 2 pounds in 2 weeks. It's not terribly quickly, but it's a start. My BMI has dropped 0.3 in two weeks. I'm going to keep revamping my eating habits and keep closer track of what I eat and keep pushing to see the results shine through for both my weight and BMI. My fit test results are great though. Next fit test is April 4th.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Weekend Update
Hello! I'm back. Yes, I've been MIA for a few days. Let's take it back a few days...
March 10: I didn't work out. I was exhausted and came home from work and just vegged out. It was worth it. I truly needed it. So, my calorie count was zero.
March 11: I, again, didn't work out. I had planned not to work out this day. I intended to do it Saturday. I went up to see my brother and nephew Friday for dinner. It took an hour to get up to meet them and then an hour home. Needless to say, it was a big of a long drive and my motivation was lacking when I got home. I knew it would be that way.
March 12: I had planned to get up early this morning and knock out both Friday and Saturday's workouts. As it turned out, I was - again - too tired. So, I slept in for a while...until about 9. By that time, I had to get up and get ready for the day as I was meeting friends. No work out, no make up work out.
Today was a rest day so I wasn't terribly worried about. With the weather changing like it is around here - cold, warm, back and forth - my head pounds with pressure headaches. Today was no different. I am hoping that the weather can just pick a temperature and stay there...or at least pick a season!
Tomorrow is the just the fit test...or that's all that I am supposed to do. I am going to (as of now) plan to do that but also tack on the work out from Friday - Pure Cardio and Cardio Abs. At least I'll feel better about missing the weekend work outs.
On another note, I am toying with knocking carbs out of my diet for lent to see how things go. I know I'll see a huge weight loss, but I am more interested in seeing how my body feels and if I can actually work around the carbs. I have been doing some reading and learned that there is the potential that carbs are more addictive than cocaine. Because of this addiction, our metabolism is having havoc wreaked on it. I'm wondering if a change in my diet might also help me sleep a bit better or at least give me more energy throughout the day. Let me also just tell you that I am - self admittedly - a carb junkie. I love: bread, pasta, rice, bagels. I am pretty good about not overindulging too often. But I am anxious to see if cutting them out will help. I think I will toy with the idea for another week or so and see how I feel then.
Hope you had a great weekend!
March 10: I didn't work out. I was exhausted and came home from work and just vegged out. It was worth it. I truly needed it. So, my calorie count was zero.
March 11: I, again, didn't work out. I had planned not to work out this day. I intended to do it Saturday. I went up to see my brother and nephew Friday for dinner. It took an hour to get up to meet them and then an hour home. Needless to say, it was a big of a long drive and my motivation was lacking when I got home. I knew it would be that way.
March 12: I had planned to get up early this morning and knock out both Friday and Saturday's workouts. As it turned out, I was - again - too tired. So, I slept in for a while...until about 9. By that time, I had to get up and get ready for the day as I was meeting friends. No work out, no make up work out.
Today was a rest day so I wasn't terribly worried about. With the weather changing like it is around here - cold, warm, back and forth - my head pounds with pressure headaches. Today was no different. I am hoping that the weather can just pick a temperature and stay there...or at least pick a season!
Tomorrow is the just the fit test...or that's all that I am supposed to do. I am going to (as of now) plan to do that but also tack on the work out from Friday - Pure Cardio and Cardio Abs. At least I'll feel better about missing the weekend work outs.
On another note, I am toying with knocking carbs out of my diet for lent to see how things go. I know I'll see a huge weight loss, but I am more interested in seeing how my body feels and if I can actually work around the carbs. I have been doing some reading and learned that there is the potential that carbs are more addictive than cocaine. Because of this addiction, our metabolism is having havoc wreaked on it. I'm wondering if a change in my diet might also help me sleep a bit better or at least give me more energy throughout the day. Let me also just tell you that I am - self admittedly - a carb junkie. I love: bread, pasta, rice, bagels. I am pretty good about not overindulging too often. But I am anxious to see if cutting them out will help. I think I will toy with the idea for another week or so and see how I feel then.
Hope you had a great weekend!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
You burned how many calories in 40 minutes?
Who doesn't like burning 459 calories in 41 minutes? I looooove it.
Today's workout was a plyometric cardio circuit. It was intense and I did start to feel it about half way through. But, I powered through, took breaks when I needed to and made it! I couldn't be happier for me! In comparison to the last time I did this work, I am right on target with my calories burn.
Today was a frustrating day at work so the workout was truly welcomed. I felt like the frustration from the day melted away with each jump, jog, and squat. Now I feel better and ready to relax, hang with the pup and be a bit lazy.
I ate pretty well --> smart start with a banana for breakfast, leftover spaghetti (1/2 cup noodles, 1/2 cup meat sauce), red orange, blueberry yogurt, for lunch, and steamed cabbage, rice and chicken with broccoli for dinner. No complaints there! Don't forget to add in my post workout protein shake to round it all out.
Tomorrow is cardio recovery so I imagine my calorie count will be low. As of today, I am at 1,296 for the week. I imagine I'll wind up with close to some 2500 calories burned for the entire week. Here's to a happy Wednesday and wrapping up the week with strong calorie burning workouts!
Today's workout was a plyometric cardio circuit. It was intense and I did start to feel it about half way through. But, I powered through, took breaks when I needed to and made it! I couldn't be happier for me! In comparison to the last time I did this work, I am right on target with my calories burn.
Today was a frustrating day at work so the workout was truly welcomed. I felt like the frustration from the day melted away with each jump, jog, and squat. Now I feel better and ready to relax, hang with the pup and be a bit lazy.
I ate pretty well --> smart start with a banana for breakfast, leftover spaghetti (1/2 cup noodles, 1/2 cup meat sauce), red orange, blueberry yogurt, for lunch, and steamed cabbage, rice and chicken with broccoli for dinner. No complaints there! Don't forget to add in my post workout protein shake to round it all out.
Tomorrow is cardio recovery so I imagine my calorie count will be low. As of today, I am at 1,296 for the week. I imagine I'll wind up with close to some 2500 calories burned for the entire week. Here's to a happy Wednesday and wrapping up the week with strong calorie burning workouts!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
This $#!* is BANANAS!
The title is a direct quote from my workout. This $#!* is BANANAS!
Yes, the workout was crazy. It was intense. It was pure cardio. Let me just be honest with you here: it seriously kicked my butt. Hard core. I burned 416 calories in about 39 minutes so there are not complaints there. I am looking forward to doing it again and seeing how much of the workouts I can get through without needing a breather.
The workout is about 10 minutes of cardio --> jumping jacks, butt kicks, high knees and a few other exercises. You do that circuit 3 times. After that, you stretch for about 5 minutes. It's a great stretch routine. After that, you go in to about 15 minutes of (wait for it....) pure cardio. It's 1 minute of 15 different cardio bursts. It is intense. I couldn't make it through all the exercises without having to take a 10 second break...towards the end it was more of a 20 second break. When the pure cardio was over, it goes in to a 4 minute cool down stretch. Let me just tell you that it felt like heaven to stretch out the old legs after the workout.
I followed up the workout with a protein shake from GNC Amp formula -chocolate flavored - milk, and strawberries. It was heavenly! I had dinner too --> eggs with green peppers and onion, rice, and (yes I know this part is not so great) corned beef hash. It was a great dinner and packed with protein. I am feeling pretty good about today's workout and eating choices. Tomorrow is the plyometric cardio circuit. I hope my bum is preparing for Thursday...to feel a bit sore. I can't wait for tomorrow!
Yes, the workout was crazy. It was intense. It was pure cardio. Let me just be honest with you here: it seriously kicked my butt. Hard core. I burned 416 calories in about 39 minutes so there are not complaints there. I am looking forward to doing it again and seeing how much of the workouts I can get through without needing a breather.
The workout is about 10 minutes of cardio --> jumping jacks, butt kicks, high knees and a few other exercises. You do that circuit 3 times. After that, you stretch for about 5 minutes. It's a great stretch routine. After that, you go in to about 15 minutes of (wait for it....) pure cardio. It's 1 minute of 15 different cardio bursts. It is intense. I couldn't make it through all the exercises without having to take a 10 second break...towards the end it was more of a 20 second break. When the pure cardio was over, it goes in to a 4 minute cool down stretch. Let me just tell you that it felt like heaven to stretch out the old legs after the workout.
I followed up the workout with a protein shake from GNC Amp formula -chocolate flavored - milk, and strawberries. It was heavenly! I had dinner too --> eggs with green peppers and onion, rice, and (yes I know this part is not so great) corned beef hash. It was a great dinner and packed with protein. I am feeling pretty good about today's workout and eating choices. Tomorrow is the plyometric cardio circuit. I hope my bum is preparing for Thursday...to feel a bit sore. I can't wait for tomorrow!
Monday, March 7, 2011
I'm back!
I'm back, Jack!
Have you ever skipped a few work outs and then caught yourself back up? How do you feel after that? Man oh man, let me just tell you that today's workout was amazing! My legs were tired, but that's to be expected when you're alternating between squatting and jumping.
Tonight was a simple cardio power and resistance workout. It was the same as Tuesday's workout last week. It lasted 39 minutes and I burned 421 calories. That's the same calorie burn as last Tuesday. No complaints here from me!
I splurged a little on dinner and had spaghetti. BUT! I didn't eat a lot since I had a protein shake. I did balance it out with a salad. All in all, it was a great eating day.
Check back tomorrow to see how the workout goes. It's pure cardio which is one of the workouts I missed last week. I have no idea what to expect, but I am excited to see what it brings!
Have you ever skipped a few work outs and then caught yourself back up? How do you feel after that? Man oh man, let me just tell you that today's workout was amazing! My legs were tired, but that's to be expected when you're alternating between squatting and jumping.
Tonight was a simple cardio power and resistance workout. It was the same as Tuesday's workout last week. It lasted 39 minutes and I burned 421 calories. That's the same calorie burn as last Tuesday. No complaints here from me!
I splurged a little on dinner and had spaghetti. BUT! I didn't eat a lot since I had a protein shake. I did balance it out with a salad. All in all, it was a great eating day.
Check back tomorrow to see how the workout goes. It's pure cardio which is one of the workouts I missed last week. I have no idea what to expect, but I am excited to see what it brings!
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Truth
Truth...ok, more like confessions. Here is a recap of the weekend. And, well, don't be too disappointed in me.
Friday: I didn't workout. I got home from work and took the dog out super quick. After doing so, I headed off to meet my boss and three other men from my department (we're a small department). One of the men had just retired and we were invited to celebrate his retirement at dinner. The wives and the boy joined us. It was at a Japanese hibachi grill. When I finally got home it was almost 10 and din't leave time to workout. Let me add to this that I also had car problems...My emergency brake light came on and stayed on the rest of the day. The brake wasn't engaged. Then after dinner my oil pressure light flashed on followed by the check engine light. Sheesh!
Saturday: I got up to deal with the car issues. It was super early. 6:45 was when the first alarm went off. I got the oil changed and while waiting for it to be done ran a few errands. I came home, helped load the futon in the boy's truck and ran to get my car. I dashed down to Virginia Beach for lunch with my grandmother, aunt, sister and mom. It was great. I had 1/2 a turkey avocado club - sans bread because they used this awful flavored sauce - and a small wedge salad. Pretty good choice. By the time I was done with that, I wound up heading back to the boy's place to take care of some car stuff. When we finished getting parts and stuff, it was nearly 5. We ran out to rest drive my next big purchase...a 4Runner. I am more thrilled with it than I was 6 months ago. Needless to say, I will be saving my pennies and hoping for the house to rent so I can buy it. We had dinner...and of course by the time we got back to his place, it was nearly 10 again. No workout.
Today: We went to church and lunch with some friends. After that I was kind of worn out still, so I took a siesta on the couch. By the time I woke up (3:30), I had to get my stuff packed so I could head out to go home. Well, the headache that has plagued me all day has only gotten worse. I unloaded the car, the dog, and headed out to the grocery store for a quick run through. Now, here I am getting ready to make dinner. Again, no workout. So, yes, I have been a slacker.
Tomorrow's Plan: I will workout. No ifs, ands, or buts. If I have the opportunity, I will do 2 to make up for my slackness on Friday and Saturday. It is what it is...at least I ate well!
Friday: I didn't workout. I got home from work and took the dog out super quick. After doing so, I headed off to meet my boss and three other men from my department (we're a small department). One of the men had just retired and we were invited to celebrate his retirement at dinner. The wives and the boy joined us. It was at a Japanese hibachi grill. When I finally got home it was almost 10 and din't leave time to workout. Let me add to this that I also had car problems...My emergency brake light came on and stayed on the rest of the day. The brake wasn't engaged. Then after dinner my oil pressure light flashed on followed by the check engine light. Sheesh!
Saturday: I got up to deal with the car issues. It was super early. 6:45 was when the first alarm went off. I got the oil changed and while waiting for it to be done ran a few errands. I came home, helped load the futon in the boy's truck and ran to get my car. I dashed down to Virginia Beach for lunch with my grandmother, aunt, sister and mom. It was great. I had 1/2 a turkey avocado club - sans bread because they used this awful flavored sauce - and a small wedge salad. Pretty good choice. By the time I was done with that, I wound up heading back to the boy's place to take care of some car stuff. When we finished getting parts and stuff, it was nearly 5. We ran out to rest drive my next big purchase...a 4Runner. I am more thrilled with it than I was 6 months ago. Needless to say, I will be saving my pennies and hoping for the house to rent so I can buy it. We had dinner...and of course by the time we got back to his place, it was nearly 10 again. No workout.
Today: We went to church and lunch with some friends. After that I was kind of worn out still, so I took a siesta on the couch. By the time I woke up (3:30), I had to get my stuff packed so I could head out to go home. Well, the headache that has plagued me all day has only gotten worse. I unloaded the car, the dog, and headed out to the grocery store for a quick run through. Now, here I am getting ready to make dinner. Again, no workout. So, yes, I have been a slacker.
Tomorrow's Plan: I will workout. No ifs, ands, or buts. If I have the opportunity, I will do 2 to make up for my slackness on Friday and Saturday. It is what it is...at least I ate well!
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Yoga stretches please!
What do you do on a crap shoot day? Workout! Duh! In a very broad statement, I had a terrible, horrible no good very bad day. And someone made me feel lower than low and it put me in a horribly foul mood which is - fortunately - not in existence...presently.
Here's a quick breakdown of the eats for the day:
B: Apple cinnamon cheerios
L: 1/2 stuffed pepper, 1/2 cup chicken and dumplings, 1/2 cup green beans, 1/4 cup hash browns and 1 banana
D: Homemade taco salad (1 cup lettuce, 1/2 cup meat, shredded cheese, salsa, 1 tbsp sour cream), refried beans (vegetarian), yellow saffron rice, fruit salad
Today was a cardio recovery day. It was a lot like yoga and core work. I actually enjoyed it a lot! I needed to get my stretch on. The old hamstrings have been super tight lately and of course sitting in a classroom setting all day for the past 3 days hasn't exactly helped. Today's workout did!
It was a 32 minute workout that burned 219 calories. So far this week, I've burned 1,319 calories! Holy smokes! Tomorrow is a Pure Cardio workout so I'll be anxious to see what it brings! Happy Thursday and get ready for Friday!
Here's a quick breakdown of the eats for the day:
B: Apple cinnamon cheerios
L: 1/2 stuffed pepper, 1/2 cup chicken and dumplings, 1/2 cup green beans, 1/4 cup hash browns and 1 banana
D: Homemade taco salad (1 cup lettuce, 1/2 cup meat, shredded cheese, salsa, 1 tbsp sour cream), refried beans (vegetarian), yellow saffron rice, fruit salad
Today was a cardio recovery day. It was a lot like yoga and core work. I actually enjoyed it a lot! I needed to get my stretch on. The old hamstrings have been super tight lately and of course sitting in a classroom setting all day for the past 3 days hasn't exactly helped. Today's workout did!
It was a 32 minute workout that burned 219 calories. So far this week, I've burned 1,319 calories! Holy smokes! Tomorrow is a Pure Cardio workout so I'll be anxious to see what it brings! Happy Thursday and get ready for Friday!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Happy Hump Day!
Aloha day 3! You were great to me!
I couldn't stop my mind from racing to tonight's workout. It was also thinking about how sore my hamstrings are. And boy oh boy are they sore! BUT! There are no complaints from me on that. I'm just pleasantly happy with it. I'm hopeful that my legs and such will work out the soreness soon so my jumps can get higher.
Tonight was a cardio circuit and was about 39 minutes. I burned 421 calories! Holy calorie burn! Man oh man I'm on my way to dropping several pounds in the first week!
Breakfast: Apple cinnamon cheerios
Lunch: 2 slices pizza (it was a work meeting and there was no other choice!)
Dinner: Chicken, rice, milk....fruit bowl!
Thanks for being a great day! I can't wait to see what Thursday holds for my insane workout!
I couldn't stop my mind from racing to tonight's workout. It was also thinking about how sore my hamstrings are. And boy oh boy are they sore! BUT! There are no complaints from me on that. I'm just pleasantly happy with it. I'm hopeful that my legs and such will work out the soreness soon so my jumps can get higher.
Tonight was a cardio circuit and was about 39 minutes. I burned 421 calories! Holy calorie burn! Man oh man I'm on my way to dropping several pounds in the first week!
Breakfast: Apple cinnamon cheerios
Lunch: 2 slices pizza (it was a work meeting and there was no other choice!)
Dinner: Chicken, rice, milk....fruit bowl!
Thanks for being a great day! I can't wait to see what Thursday holds for my insane workout!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
So long day 2!
Hello day 2! I see you have come and nearly gone. And you were grrrrrrrrrrrreat!
Today started out pretty well...then, well, I went out to dinner and ate not as well, but I used control. That's half the battle.
Breakfast --> Smart start cereal with a banana.
Lunch --> Subway mini sandwiches (1 turkey and 1 roast beef and salami), a few chips, a coke.
Dinner --> Salad with peppercorn ranch (1 tbsp dressing), fettuccine Alfredo with broccoli and chicken.
All in all, the calorie count was around 1650. Over what I'd prefer to eat, but I also note that it was an exception due to a work meeting and I just wanted the Alfredo. I'll take my poor choice and keep moving.
I got home and did my work out despite the fact that I just wanted to hit the hay. I did a 41 minute work out and burned....wait for it, wait for it.....
463 calories!
Hooray! What a great workout! I can't even wait for tomorrow's workout to see where it takes me! I am so super excited for the workout each day that it consumes my mind the entire day. I just can't wait to get home each day and see what Shaun T has waiting for me!!! Here's to Wednesday!
Today started out pretty well...then, well, I went out to dinner and ate not as well, but I used control. That's half the battle.
Breakfast --> Smart start cereal with a banana.
Lunch --> Subway mini sandwiches (1 turkey and 1 roast beef and salami), a few chips, a coke.
Dinner --> Salad with peppercorn ranch (1 tbsp dressing), fettuccine Alfredo with broccoli and chicken.
All in all, the calorie count was around 1650. Over what I'd prefer to eat, but I also note that it was an exception due to a work meeting and I just wanted the Alfredo. I'll take my poor choice and keep moving.
I got home and did my work out despite the fact that I just wanted to hit the hay. I did a 41 minute work out and burned....wait for it, wait for it.....
463 calories!
Hooray! What a great workout! I can't even wait for tomorrow's workout to see where it takes me! I am so super excited for the workout each day that it consumes my mind the entire day. I just can't wait to get home each day and see what Shaun T has waiting for me!!! Here's to Wednesday!
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