This is my second day of doing Jillian's circuit and I like it!!!! I went on the treadmill for 20 mins and did 4 of the 5 circuits (I think I need 40 mins to do a complete circuit). I am starting to feel it at muscles that I did not know existed.
And today I pushed myself more on the treadmill and on during the circuit - I just envision Jillian screaming at me like she does on the Biggest Loser to go farther than you ever thought possible. That only is worth the $4 a week!!!
I did have slip up a little bit this week - ice cream :(
Wednesday night and Thursday night. I am normally good at keeping the sweet tooth in check. However, I've noticed that since I've started doing Jillian's circuits I am getting hungry based on my normal diet, so I have been hungry during evening.
I don't really see it as a setback, but more as a warning. Making sure I am eating enough. I am doing two 30 minute walks today and trying for my 750 calorie burn today. So I am going to walk 30 mins, do some ab work, and then walk another 30 mins. According to http://www.realage.com/ct/tips/3356 you burn more fat if you break up a long workout. So I'm going to give it a shot.
Keep up your lifestyle and stay well!!!
Friday, March 6, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
P.O.W.E.R
I was watching the biggest loser a few nights ago Sugar Ray Leonard, a boxer, said something that I like. P.O.W.E.R. - Prepare Overcome Win Every Round.
It is a nice little reminder on how to approach all aspects of life and not just living a healthy lifestyle.
The past few days I have been blown away by my new body. I know I have been at this weight and similar measurements before, but I feeler stronger and sexier than I have in the 190s. Sometimes I find myself staring at myself and wondering "where did you come from" and getting excited to see what I will look like in 1 month, 2 months and 3 months time.
Exercising in the afternoon is becoming a problem. It is interfering with my studies, so I have become resolved to get it down during the morning more diligently.
I'll keep you posted. Stay well!!!
It is a nice little reminder on how to approach all aspects of life and not just living a healthy lifestyle.
The past few days I have been blown away by my new body. I know I have been at this weight and similar measurements before, but I feeler stronger and sexier than I have in the 190s. Sometimes I find myself staring at myself and wondering "where did you come from" and getting excited to see what I will look like in 1 month, 2 months and 3 months time.
Exercising in the afternoon is becoming a problem. It is interfering with my studies, so I have become resolved to get it down during the morning more diligently.
I'll keep you posted. Stay well!!!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Sizes
I didn't tell you about yesterday.
So yesterday, I had time after work and before my hair appointment so I figured I'd do a size test. So I went into the GAP and pulled about 4 different 12s just to see where i was at. I was pleasantly surprised to see that I could put on and do up 2 of them.
I am no size 12, I am comfortable a size 14, however, I am hoping that in 4 weeks, on
April 1, I'll be 188 lbs and a size 12. That being said, it seems that 188 seems a little big to be a size 12. Hmmmmmmmm. We'll see.
On another note, I am getting really nervous about finishing my classes and starting my CA designation. It is seriously real. I got my registration email today. Ah!!!!!!!!!! It is really really real right now. I know I will succeed with flying colours, but I am still nervous.
This weekend will be all about studying. I am ready to become one with studying. After this, I will write a practice exam, (I have a midterm tomorrow). Wish me luck!!!!
Also, I ordered a Jillian Michales DVD 30 Day Shred and it is pretty good. I was just on her website and I decided to try her program. I knew I needed more strength training, and I like her circuit training. It involves 4 days of strength circuit training, one day of cardio and two rest days. I am going to be consistent on strength training days and do my cardio so that I am burning at least 350 calories a week. And on some days I'll do the 20 min workout video and then the designated circuit.
I'll update you on how it works.
Stay well!
Stay well!
So yesterday, I had time after work and before my hair appointment so I figured I'd do a size test. So I went into the GAP and pulled about 4 different 12s just to see where i was at. I was pleasantly surprised to see that I could put on and do up 2 of them.
I am no size 12, I am comfortable a size 14, however, I am hoping that in 4 weeks, on
April 1, I'll be 188 lbs and a size 12. That being said, it seems that 188 seems a little big to be a size 12. Hmmmmmmmm. We'll see.
On another note, I am getting really nervous about finishing my classes and starting my CA designation. It is seriously real. I got my registration email today. Ah!!!!!!!!!! It is really really real right now. I know I will succeed with flying colours, but I am still nervous.
This weekend will be all about studying. I am ready to become one with studying. After this, I will write a practice exam, (I have a midterm tomorrow). Wish me luck!!!!
Also, I ordered a Jillian Michales DVD 30 Day Shred and it is pretty good. I was just on her website and I decided to try her program. I knew I needed more strength training, and I like her circuit training. It involves 4 days of strength circuit training, one day of cardio and two rest days. I am going to be consistent on strength training days and do my cardio so that I am burning at least 350 calories a week. And on some days I'll do the 20 min workout video and then the designated circuit.
I'll update you on how it works.
Stay well!
Stay well!
Slow Down
Wednesday Mar 4
Weight: 198.5 (↓ 1.5 lbs)
Waist: 33.25 (↓ .25 inches)
Belly Button: 38 (↓ .25 inches)
Hips: 45.25 (↓ .5 inches)
Calories burned (total): 3185 (↑ 11 calories)
So I lost inches and weight this week, I am down 1.5 lbs, which is great!!! However, I was looking for something in the neighbourhood of 2-3 lbs. I need to get to at least 3500 calories a week through monitored exercise. So this week I will. afterwards, I am going to try and at 50 calories a day (increasing the following week to 3850 a week) and than in another 6 weeks, increasing it to 4200 calories a week (600 cals/day). I have 4 weeks to drop 10.5 pounds, I can do it, I just need to be more diligent about my workouts. I need to lose 2.6 lbs per week. I am doing this!!!!!!
I will do a daily calorie burn to keep me on track. Let's shed this fat!! Stay well!!
Weight: 198.5 (↓ 1.5 lbs)
Waist: 33.25 (↓ .25 inches)
Belly Button: 38 (↓ .25 inches)
Hips: 45.25 (↓ .5 inches)
Calories burned (total): 3185 (↑ 11 calories)
So I lost inches and weight this week, I am down 1.5 lbs, which is great!!! However, I was looking for something in the neighbourhood of 2-3 lbs. I need to get to at least 3500 calories a week through monitored exercise. So this week I will. afterwards, I am going to try and at 50 calories a day (increasing the following week to 3850 a week) and than in another 6 weeks, increasing it to 4200 calories a week (600 cals/day). I have 4 weeks to drop 10.5 pounds, I can do it, I just need to be more diligent about my workouts. I need to lose 2.6 lbs per week. I am doing this!!!!!!
I will do a daily calorie burn to keep me on track. Let's shed this fat!! Stay well!!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
I Scream You Scream We all Scream for......
So I triumphed over the ice cream last night! I did not have any!!
I thought I'd share my good news ;)
I thought I'd share my good news ;)
Monday, March 2, 2009
Yummm and Ummmm
I made something fantastic!!!! I love eating Mexican food (or whatever version of Mexican food I get living this close to the 49th parallel. I wanted to make a baked mexicanny dish and search recipes and I could not find one that I really wanted. So, after reading a few, I put took bits and pieces I liked and made my own dish.
I had it yesterday and today for supper, and it is exactly what I wanted!!! Is it the best tasting dish in the world, but there is something to be said for eating what you want and what you need.
The dish consists of spices bird’s eye chilis, veggies (spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, a little bit of carrots,) beans (black beans, white kidney beans, and some other canned bean, I cannot remember) some tortilla shells, and a little bit of sour cream and avocado at the top. It is so jam packed with veggies with very little cheese (a lot of the recipes called for cheese). Un fortunately, I did not take accurate measurements and take note of what I used in a scientific manner to create a recipe (next time I promise) but I am sure I can duplicate it. I am so pleased with myself.
So today, my mother bought ice cream today. She’s sick, and for some reason, she wanted ice cream. So today when I was studying, I saw her eating it and all I could think was “ummmmmmm, I want some.” Because I woke up late, I had to workout in the evening, and I just finished. I did some intervals on the treadmill and some upper body and core strength training, so I do need a lil post workout snack. So I am eating some vanilla yoghurt and some Kashi Go Lean cereal. If I want some ice cream I might have some, but only after I finish my healthy post-workout snack.
I have a good feeling about Wednesday. I’m a shrinking.
I had it yesterday and today for supper, and it is exactly what I wanted!!! Is it the best tasting dish in the world, but there is something to be said for eating what you want and what you need.
The dish consists of spices bird’s eye chilis, veggies (spinach, mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, a little bit of carrots,) beans (black beans, white kidney beans, and some other canned bean, I cannot remember) some tortilla shells, and a little bit of sour cream and avocado at the top. It is so jam packed with veggies with very little cheese (a lot of the recipes called for cheese). Un fortunately, I did not take accurate measurements and take note of what I used in a scientific manner to create a recipe (next time I promise) but I am sure I can duplicate it. I am so pleased with myself.
So today, my mother bought ice cream today. She’s sick, and for some reason, she wanted ice cream. So today when I was studying, I saw her eating it and all I could think was “ummmmmmm, I want some.” Because I woke up late, I had to workout in the evening, and I just finished. I did some intervals on the treadmill and some upper body and core strength training, so I do need a lil post workout snack. So I am eating some vanilla yoghurt and some Kashi Go Lean cereal. If I want some ice cream I might have some, but only after I finish my healthy post-workout snack.
I have a good feeling about Wednesday. I’m a shrinking.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Cream of Turkey Soup
I big part of being healthy is eating healthy, so I am going to post a recipe I got of eatingwell.com that I made several times that I enjoy!!!!
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/turkey_wild_rice_soup.html
NUTRITION PROFILE:
Low Sodium | High Potassium
VIEW COMPLETE NUTRITION GUIDELINES »
This is a healthier twist on a classic creamy turkey and wild rice soup that hails from Minnesota. Serve with a crisp romaine salad and whole-grain bread.
Makes 4 servings, about 1 3/4 cups each
ACTIVE TIME: 35 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups sliced mushrooms (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped carrots
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking or instant wild rice (see Ingredient Note)
3 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken (12 ounces; see Tip)
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup quinoa (try a quarter cup next time)
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms, celery, carrots and shallots and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add flour, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
2. Add broth and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Add rice and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in turkey (or chicken), sour cream and parsley and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes more.
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 354 calories; 9 g fat (3 g sat, 4 g mono); 87 mg cholesterol; 27 g carbohydrate; 36 g protein; 3 g fiber; 378 mg sodium; 577 mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (90% daily value), Zinc (20% dv), Iron (15% dv).
2 Carbohydrate Servings
Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 lean meat, 1 fat
My Notes:
-I usually use more veggies than the recipe calls for and I just use a regular cooked chicken breast but not as much as the recipe calls for. I usually use about half as much or less (I am not a big meat eater).
-Also, I've used the rice once and quinoa once. I used 2/3 cup of quinoa last week, which was too much and absorbed a lot of the liquid and it went from soup to sludge
-I eat about 1 cup or 1 1/4 cup for a serving, not the recommended serving.
If you try it, let me know what you think!!
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/turkey_wild_rice_soup.html
NUTRITION PROFILE:
Low Sodium | High Potassium
VIEW COMPLETE NUTRITION GUIDELINES »
This is a healthier twist on a classic creamy turkey and wild rice soup that hails from Minnesota. Serve with a crisp romaine salad and whole-grain bread.
Makes 4 servings, about 1 3/4 cups each
ACTIVE TIME: 35 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 35 minutes
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups sliced mushrooms (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped carrots
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking or instant wild rice (see Ingredient Note)
3 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken (12 ounces; see Tip)
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup quinoa (try a quarter cup next time)
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms, celery, carrots and shallots and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add flour, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes more.
2. Add broth and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Add rice and reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in turkey (or chicken), sour cream and parsley and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes more.
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 354 calories; 9 g fat (3 g sat, 4 g mono); 87 mg cholesterol; 27 g carbohydrate; 36 g protein; 3 g fiber; 378 mg sodium; 577 mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (90% daily value), Zinc (20% dv), Iron (15% dv).
2 Carbohydrate Servings
Exchanges: 1 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 lean meat, 1 fat
My Notes:
-I usually use more veggies than the recipe calls for and I just use a regular cooked chicken breast but not as much as the recipe calls for. I usually use about half as much or less (I am not a big meat eater).
-Also, I've used the rice once and quinoa once. I used 2/3 cup of quinoa last week, which was too much and absorbed a lot of the liquid and it went from soup to sludge
-I eat about 1 cup or 1 1/4 cup for a serving, not the recommended serving.
If you try it, let me know what you think!!
Friday, February 27, 2009
I did it again
I am noticing that my period sometimes results in inappropriate dietary decisions. I decided Thursday evening that it was a good idea to have KFC and two donuts from Tim Hortons. Boy was I thirsty on Friday.
I realize today it was not the result of my period, although it was a contributing factor. It was primarily because I was seeing an old friend on Saturday. We were good friends but since I went overseas for a year, she got engaged and things changed.
I don't like the way I am with her. It comes down to the fact that I don't trust her. And when I do see her, she is condescending and judgmental. Sometimes she is like that with me, but for the most part, she is like that in general. A lot of the time when we do talk, I feel like she is talking at me, it is not a conversation. We tried to talk about what happened, but she doesn't really want to talk about it.
For me, it came down to when I came back, whenever we did things, we it became a trio event. She told me later that her and her fiance were an inseparable unit, so I felt like she did not want to be friends with me. I felt hurt. Before, she was a confidant, but now she is not. Before we'd talk about everything and now the conversations are superficial and generic.
She asked me one question that bothered me. She asked me if I ever wanted to get married, out of the blue. She said I never talked about it with her and I remember plenty of times were we discussed it. It seemed like such a loaded question. I really cannot phanthom the motivation behind that question. The only logically explanation I can see is she thinks that I don't believe in marriage ergo, I don't believe in hers. I think it was her tone of "disgust" or "contempt" that asked the question that bothered me more than anything. It seemed like the only right answer is "yes" even though marriage is a personal choice. She use to be a very direct person, but now she is sooooooooooooooooo passive aggressive.
I think it comes down to the fact where I don't trust her. I feel like I have to prove myself to her when I have done nothing but be honest with her. And it still seems like she has not tried. I've been the one to make the effort the past few times, and she's either ignored me or been slow to respond. I feel like I've done my part, and that she needs to put in the effort. If she wants this friendship, she will actually try.
I have to say, before I was afraid of not being friends with purely because we were friends for so long. Before I was afraid of ending the friendship, but now I feel okay on just letting this friendship go. At this point, I feel like I did the mature and responsible thing.
In the end I am pleased with how things went, and it just reminds me to be grateful for the real friends in my life.
I realize today it was not the result of my period, although it was a contributing factor. It was primarily because I was seeing an old friend on Saturday. We were good friends but since I went overseas for a year, she got engaged and things changed.
I don't like the way I am with her. It comes down to the fact that I don't trust her. And when I do see her, she is condescending and judgmental. Sometimes she is like that with me, but for the most part, she is like that in general. A lot of the time when we do talk, I feel like she is talking at me, it is not a conversation. We tried to talk about what happened, but she doesn't really want to talk about it.
For me, it came down to when I came back, whenever we did things, we it became a trio event. She told me later that her and her fiance were an inseparable unit, so I felt like she did not want to be friends with me. I felt hurt. Before, she was a confidant, but now she is not. Before we'd talk about everything and now the conversations are superficial and generic.
She asked me one question that bothered me. She asked me if I ever wanted to get married, out of the blue. She said I never talked about it with her and I remember plenty of times were we discussed it. It seemed like such a loaded question. I really cannot phanthom the motivation behind that question. The only logically explanation I can see is she thinks that I don't believe in marriage ergo, I don't believe in hers. I think it was her tone of "disgust" or "contempt" that asked the question that bothered me more than anything. It seemed like the only right answer is "yes" even though marriage is a personal choice. She use to be a very direct person, but now she is sooooooooooooooooo passive aggressive.
I think it comes down to the fact where I don't trust her. I feel like I have to prove myself to her when I have done nothing but be honest with her. And it still seems like she has not tried. I've been the one to make the effort the past few times, and she's either ignored me or been slow to respond. I feel like I've done my part, and that she needs to put in the effort. If she wants this friendship, she will actually try.
I have to say, before I was afraid of not being friends with purely because we were friends for so long. Before I was afraid of ending the friendship, but now I feel okay on just letting this friendship go. At this point, I feel like I did the mature and responsible thing.
In the end I am pleased with how things went, and it just reminds me to be grateful for the real friends in my life.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
I learned my lesson
So today is weigh in week. And these are my results.
Wednesday Feb 25
Weight: 200 (↓ 1 lbs)
Waist: 33.55 (↓ .25 inches)
Belly Button: 38.25 (↓ .25 inches)
Hips: 45.75 (↓ .25 inches)
Calories burned (total): 3174 3641 (↓ calories)↑ 118 inches)
Good news, I am still losing weight (yeah!!!!). Not as successful as the past two weeks (I think we all know why) so I am going to be more aware of my choices.
A few changes I will be making. First, I started strength training with free weights and I am glad I made that change. I can feel my upper body work out today. Second, I am going to throw in 2 high cardio, interval workouts on my strength training days. Third, I am going to eat more veggies. I think I am lacking in veggies, so for lunches now I will eat salads and soup and for supper, I will roast some veggies to eat with my supper meals.
I think this will help me sustain a 3lb/wk weight loss. What I envision now is walking across the stage at graduation at 165 lbs and being 135 in September. I know I am there. I know that have that body, know i just have to put the effort in.
Stay well!!!
Wednesday Feb 25
Weight: 200 (↓ 1 lbs)
Waist: 33.55 (↓ .25 inches)
Belly Button: 38.25 (↓ .25 inches)
Hips: 45.75 (↓ .25 inches)
Calories burned (total): 3174 3641 (↓ calories)↑ 118 inches)
Good news, I am still losing weight (yeah!!!!). Not as successful as the past two weeks (I think we all know why) so I am going to be more aware of my choices.
A few changes I will be making. First, I started strength training with free weights and I am glad I made that change. I can feel my upper body work out today. Second, I am going to throw in 2 high cardio, interval workouts on my strength training days. Third, I am going to eat more veggies. I think I am lacking in veggies, so for lunches now I will eat salads and soup and for supper, I will roast some veggies to eat with my supper meals.
I think this will help me sustain a 3lb/wk weight loss. What I envision now is walking across the stage at graduation at 165 lbs and being 135 in September. I know I am there. I know that have that body, know i just have to put the effort in.
Stay well!!!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Belt
I nicely re-cooperated after the slip on Sunday. Today I had a complete (500 calorie burning) workout. The thought of doing strength training with the bands was too much, so I switched back to the yoga ball and weights. My strength has improved substantially since I started Dec 31. Either the swimming or the band workouts have really improved my upper body to the point that I can now do push ups on the ball easily and before there were quite difficult.
And now for the good news. I am on the last notch of my belt!!! In a few weeks I'll need a new belt (yes!!!!). With that, I am confident that tomorrow will show a weight and inch loss, how much after Sunday's incident, not sure, but I'll still be on the loosing side.
I recently amended my measurement goals to be 29/39 waist hip, but I was on the GAP sizing chart and that puts me at a 10. So I am re-ammending it to be 26-28/36-38. That will ut me at a 4-8.
I think I will go test shopping soon (when I have time) to see what size I am now. Luckiy for me, there is a mall across from where I work and I have 14s and 12s in my closet. I want to wait until the low 190s or high 180s to do it. I have a feeling that will be really really really soon.
Stay well!!!!
And now for the good news. I am on the last notch of my belt!!! In a few weeks I'll need a new belt (yes!!!!). With that, I am confident that tomorrow will show a weight and inch loss, how much after Sunday's incident, not sure, but I'll still be on the loosing side.
I recently amended my measurement goals to be 29/39 waist hip, but I was on the GAP sizing chart and that puts me at a 10. So I am re-ammending it to be 26-28/36-38. That will ut me at a 4-8.
I think I will go test shopping soon (when I have time) to see what size I am now. Luckiy for me, there is a mall across from where I work and I have 14s and 12s in my closet. I want to wait until the low 190s or high 180s to do it. I have a feeling that will be really really really soon.
Stay well!!!!
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