Tabata! There I said it again. It was good to sweat up a storm. I do appreciate the effort involved in Tabata. It's something to build on the rest of the week. I really do need it to round out the new program we're putting together.
I'm really cutting back on the cardio so Tabata fulfills that. I know that lifting weights is really important in my current phase but the cardio should be something I use to change it up. Again Tabata does that.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Wrap with felafel's, lettuce, hummus, and taziki. Two drumsticks (chicken) and two brownies.
2nd snack: Chicken drumstick
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds.
Tomorrow is upper body. I'll do the workout Lorinda showed me on Sat.
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Day 541
Met with Lorinda today. We did upper body/shoulders. Again a good informative workout. We continue to tweek ( no not twerk) the workouts. This way I will have great workouts or ideas of workouts to do when Lorinda isn't around.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Wrap with falafel, lettuce, taziki, and hummus.
2nd snack: Banana
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. A bit later had an apple. I was feeling some extra hungry but the apple fixed that. Good thing I finished off the chips last night otherwise I'd have eaten them tonight for sure.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Wrap with falafel, lettuce, taziki, and hummus.
2nd snack: Banana
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. A bit later had an apple. I was feeling some extra hungry but the apple fixed that. Good thing I finished off the chips last night otherwise I'd have eaten them tonight for sure.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Day 540
New week and getting off to a good start. Starting to do some work type stuff in the morning. Nothing earth shattering just some core and stretching. I'll see if I can work back up to sweating a bit in the morning before work. I used to do some push ups and squats but I lost my incentive to keep it up.
For this to work I need to work on doing this more regularly. They say a habit takes some time to form and I want to make this a habit again. I need to make this a habit again.
Breakfast: Frittata with bacon, mixed veggies, and red peppers with cheese. 20oz 0f cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Wrap with Felafel's, lettuce, hummus, tazeki, and chips.
2nd snack: nothing
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with Chia seeds, and chips. I succumbed to the call of the chip. I felt a hunger that only chips would satisfy and they did as I ignored the apple on the counter.
Tonight was cardio. I did the treadmill and followed it up with the bike for thirty minutes of up and down hills with tough level settings.
Tomorrow is meet with Lorinda day and I'm looking forward to meeting up with her.
For this to work I need to work on doing this more regularly. They say a habit takes some time to form and I want to make this a habit again. I need to make this a habit again.
Breakfast: Frittata with bacon, mixed veggies, and red peppers with cheese. 20oz 0f cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Wrap with Felafel's, lettuce, hummus, tazeki, and chips.
2nd snack: nothing
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with Chia seeds, and chips. I succumbed to the call of the chip. I felt a hunger that only chips would satisfy and they did as I ignored the apple on the counter.
Tonight was cardio. I did the treadmill and followed it up with the bike for thirty minutes of up and down hills with tough level settings.
Tomorrow is meet with Lorinda day and I'm looking forward to meeting up with her.
Monday, October 28, 2013
Day 539
It's the weekend and as usual it's a bit of a challenge to get from here to there. I mean you workout and then you have the rest of the day and night to be tempted. To forget what you did this morning was all about getting healthy.
It was easier earlier in the year as I was trying to improve my body for the race but now I'm slacking just a bit. I haven't run since the race (don't really miss that) and I finally rode the bike yesterday for the first time since the race. I've kept up going to the gym, well except for the week of vacation right after that. I got my eating back under control for the most part. My clothes are fitting a bit snug but not as snug as they were right after vacation.
So today I'd planned on going to the gym and getting in a sweaty workout. I was inspired by meeting with Lorinda yesterday as we talked about my goals and how to achieve them. Then I got the email from a friend needing help moving. I figured I'd get a good workout from that so no gym. Much to my chagrin, circumstances prevented my friend from completing his move. Which meant no workout. So I went to the gym. I didn't go home and sit in front of the computer for the next 8-10 hrs. Monday morning I'll feel good and I'll be happy about that.
That's the kind of decisions that we need to make on a regular basis. It's fun to sit in front of the computer but life is more than bytes and pixels. I know that and will keep moving. It's the least I can do.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt and Chia seeds along with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Fish sandwich on a chiabata roll with tomato, hummus, and mustard. Chips and guacamole.
After workout: I wasn't real hungry so started with a protein drink. A bit later I snacked on chips, a 1/2 cup of guacamole and a 1/4 cup of hummus.
Dinner: Pot sticker soup with bacon and peas. Bowl of ice cream.
My workout was a leg workout that Lorinda gave me. I finished it off with a Kettlebell Tabata set. I was sweating!
It was easier earlier in the year as I was trying to improve my body for the race but now I'm slacking just a bit. I haven't run since the race (don't really miss that) and I finally rode the bike yesterday for the first time since the race. I've kept up going to the gym, well except for the week of vacation right after that. I got my eating back under control for the most part. My clothes are fitting a bit snug but not as snug as they were right after vacation.
So today I'd planned on going to the gym and getting in a sweaty workout. I was inspired by meeting with Lorinda yesterday as we talked about my goals and how to achieve them. Then I got the email from a friend needing help moving. I figured I'd get a good workout from that so no gym. Much to my chagrin, circumstances prevented my friend from completing his move. Which meant no workout. So I went to the gym. I didn't go home and sit in front of the computer for the next 8-10 hrs. Monday morning I'll feel good and I'll be happy about that.
That's the kind of decisions that we need to make on a regular basis. It's fun to sit in front of the computer but life is more than bytes and pixels. I know that and will keep moving. It's the least I can do.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt and Chia seeds along with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Fish sandwich on a chiabata roll with tomato, hummus, and mustard. Chips and guacamole.
After workout: I wasn't real hungry so started with a protein drink. A bit later I snacked on chips, a 1/2 cup of guacamole and a 1/4 cup of hummus.
Dinner: Pot sticker soup with bacon and peas. Bowl of ice cream.
My workout was a leg workout that Lorinda gave me. I finished it off with a Kettlebell Tabata set. I was sweating!
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Day 538
It was meet with Lorinda today and we got in another good session. I had questions today and she answered them all with lots of advice. I'm trying to get an idea of how I want to proceed in the coming months with working out. My new goal is to still lose weight but at the same time strengthen my body so I can participate in a life less boring.
Nothing wrong with going through life without adventure but I am feeling a need for some. Why not?
So here we are with the next step in the evolution of my life. Stick around, fun times are ahead!
Breakfast: Well actually didn't eat breakfast this morning before working out with Lorinda. Didn't even drink my normal 20oz of cold water.
After workout meal: Picked up some sushi and a small broccoli and cauliflower salad for lunch. The sushi actually had some raw tuna in it and that's a first for me. I had to laugh as it was quite tasty. Could have used a bit more Wasabi though.
Dinner: Fish sandwich. Made with a cheese bagel, bacon, guacamole, and tomato.
A bit later had an adult beverage and a small bowl of almonds (more than 24 this time).
So we worked back and biceps today. I now have a really good idea of exercises to pair up. I also can combine today's with last weeks for the whole upper body.
So I dropped 6 pounds in the last week after gaining 10lbs during vacation time. I really did go a bit wacky during vacation by pretty much eating whatever and lots of it. So this last week has been getting back to a normal and healthy eating routine. It wasn't too hard. Makes me laugh as I figured out that no exercise and eating whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted wasn't the best idea. Huh, imagine that.
Nothing wrong with going through life without adventure but I am feeling a need for some. Why not?
So here we are with the next step in the evolution of my life. Stick around, fun times are ahead!
Breakfast: Well actually didn't eat breakfast this morning before working out with Lorinda. Didn't even drink my normal 20oz of cold water.
After workout meal: Picked up some sushi and a small broccoli and cauliflower salad for lunch. The sushi actually had some raw tuna in it and that's a first for me. I had to laugh as it was quite tasty. Could have used a bit more Wasabi though.
Dinner: Fish sandwich. Made with a cheese bagel, bacon, guacamole, and tomato.
A bit later had an adult beverage and a small bowl of almonds (more than 24 this time).
So we worked back and biceps today. I now have a really good idea of exercises to pair up. I also can combine today's with last weeks for the whole upper body.
So I dropped 6 pounds in the last week after gaining 10lbs during vacation time. I really did go a bit wacky during vacation by pretty much eating whatever and lots of it. So this last week has been getting back to a normal and healthy eating routine. It wasn't too hard. Makes me laugh as I figured out that no exercise and eating whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted wasn't the best idea. Huh, imagine that.
Friday, October 25, 2013
Day 537
So I went to the gym this morning before work. Crazy. I struggled and almost didn't do it. I ended up convincing myself though and was happy I did. This is always how it goes. I am planning on going and then when the time comes I feel like skipping it. Most of the time though I'm able to still stick it out and go, afterwards I'm always happy I did.
So today was just like that.
I get to the gym and start riding the bike and I'm feeling good, the next thing I know is that it's almost time to leave and I feel good. Of course this doesn't mean I'm going to start getting up at 5:30 in the morning so I can work out before work. Nope not happening, no way. I like my after work workouts and that's what I'm sticking with in the long run. Doesn't mean I won't try to occasionally hit the gym before 9am, but it won't become a regular thing with me.
Breakfast: So I didn't eat before going to the gym. I did take my workout bottle filled with cold water and drank that while working out.
After workout meal: Three egg frittata with ground turkey, spinach, cauliflower, and tomato.
1st snack: My schedule was off due to my different working schedule but I tried to stick to my normal foods. So Greek yogurt with 24 almonds were still on the menu. I just ate this snack later in the day.
Lunch: Again later lunch time than I normally have. I had a torta from the Mexican place. This one was with ham.
Dinner: Refried beans and tamale with cheese. An adult beverage and some ice cream.
So tomorrow is meet with Lorinda day and new workout program. I'm excited to see what she has in store for me.
So today was just like that.
I get to the gym and start riding the bike and I'm feeling good, the next thing I know is that it's almost time to leave and I feel good. Of course this doesn't mean I'm going to start getting up at 5:30 in the morning so I can work out before work. Nope not happening, no way. I like my after work workouts and that's what I'm sticking with in the long run. Doesn't mean I won't try to occasionally hit the gym before 9am, but it won't become a regular thing with me.
Breakfast: So I didn't eat before going to the gym. I did take my workout bottle filled with cold water and drank that while working out.
After workout meal: Three egg frittata with ground turkey, spinach, cauliflower, and tomato.
1st snack: My schedule was off due to my different working schedule but I tried to stick to my normal foods. So Greek yogurt with 24 almonds were still on the menu. I just ate this snack later in the day.
Lunch: Again later lunch time than I normally have. I had a torta from the Mexican place. This one was with ham.
Dinner: Refried beans and tamale with cheese. An adult beverage and some ice cream.
So tomorrow is meet with Lorinda day and new workout program. I'm excited to see what she has in store for me.
Day 536
Here we are four days into the new program. Well not really that new but still an effort on my part to try to work a bit harder. Also to try and get more out of working out in terms of results. I plan on trying to lift heavier weights and do more intense cardio. Also work on specific areas of the body that I may have ignored this last couple of years.
I really want to get some results that are measurable besides pounds and inches lost or gained. I could be stronger and have better endurance while living life to a fuller extant. I think that would be a better life and a more interesting life. So here we go.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with Chicken and sausage, tomato, cheese, cauliflower, corn, and peas.
2nd snack: Banana and peanut butter
Dinner: Wanted something a bit different so stuck with the protein drink and then changed it up. Two hard boiled eggs mixed with refried beans on four Wasa crisp crackers and a small bowl of pumpkin ice cream.
My clothes are fitting a bit better so the weight gain from last week is coming off. I expected it to go away but still will need to be more careful about that.
I'm working a late shift tomorrow so am planning on going to the gym in the morning. I will do a 30min cardio bike ride. I will be interested to see if I can follow through on this. I'm not very good about getting up and being motivated to workout. Maybe this will be the beginning of something. Who knows.
I really want to get some results that are measurable besides pounds and inches lost or gained. I could be stronger and have better endurance while living life to a fuller extant. I think that would be a better life and a more interesting life. So here we go.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with Chicken and sausage, tomato, cheese, cauliflower, corn, and peas.
2nd snack: Banana and peanut butter
Dinner: Wanted something a bit different so stuck with the protein drink and then changed it up. Two hard boiled eggs mixed with refried beans on four Wasa crisp crackers and a small bowl of pumpkin ice cream.
My clothes are fitting a bit better so the weight gain from last week is coming off. I expected it to go away but still will need to be more careful about that.
I'm working a late shift tomorrow so am planning on going to the gym in the morning. I will do a 30min cardio bike ride. I will be interested to see if I can follow through on this. I'm not very good about getting up and being motivated to workout. Maybe this will be the beginning of something. Who knows.
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Day 535
Whoopee! Tabata! After a two week layoff I finally get back to the gym and my fave workout Tabata! Not sure why I like it so much (especially somewhere around the third set) but I do and I think it's because I really know I've expended some sweat and effort.
Which doesn't mean all the other times I'm working out I'm not putting forth effort, I just like the immediacy of it.
I feel the same way when I meet with Lorinda for one of our one on one sessions. I come away with the feeling I've accomplished something that I normally wouldn't have. It's easy to make an excuse and sit on the couch but to actually get up and sweat so much your shirt sticks to your back, well....
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cheese, corn, peas, and cauliflower.
2nd snack: Banana with large tablespoon peanut butter
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds.
Tonight after the workout I wasn't hungry like last night and I wonder if my banana and peanut butter afternoon snack helped? I'll do that again tomorrow and see.
Tomorrow will be weights again. I'll repeat the workout Lorinda gave me last week and the same one I did on Monday. I'll skip the kettlebells though.
Which doesn't mean all the other times I'm working out I'm not putting forth effort, I just like the immediacy of it.
I feel the same way when I meet with Lorinda for one of our one on one sessions. I come away with the feeling I've accomplished something that I normally wouldn't have. It's easy to make an excuse and sit on the couch but to actually get up and sweat so much your shirt sticks to your back, well....
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cheese, corn, peas, and cauliflower.
2nd snack: Banana with large tablespoon peanut butter
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds.
Tonight after the workout I wasn't hungry like last night and I wonder if my banana and peanut butter afternoon snack helped? I'll do that again tomorrow and see.
Tomorrow will be weights again. I'll repeat the workout Lorinda gave me last week and the same one I did on Monday. I'll skip the kettlebells though.
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Day 534
I'm feeling yesterday's workout. I finished the weight training with a kettlebell Tabata session. Regular swings followed by side stepping swings and boy are my inner thighs fired up. I just did the bike cardio tonight and that was a good workout. I plan on making that my new cardio workout for now. I'll probably use that through the end of the year.
I also noticed that I was way more hungry tonight after the gym then I'd been in a while. I would expect that my Monday night workout was catching up with me. I was able to hold off the crazy munchies but still ate a few more calories than normal.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cauliflower, corn, peas, and cheese.
Dinner: Protein drink. Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. 5 cookies. Small handful of almonds and a 100cal bag of popcorn. With the popcorn I finally felt better and didn't think about food any longer.
One thing was my schedule today. I left work early so I could go to the chiropractor and so made the gym by 5 o'clock. That meant I was home by 6pm. Normally I'm not eating until 7:30 at the earliest, so I'm thinking my body was off balance somewhat. Hence the feeling of hunger I was experiencing. I had a banana and maybe I should have eaten that before the chiropractor.
Yay tomorrow is Tabata!
I also noticed that I was way more hungry tonight after the gym then I'd been in a while. I would expect that my Monday night workout was catching up with me. I was able to hold off the crazy munchies but still ate a few more calories than normal.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cauliflower, corn, peas, and cheese.
Dinner: Protein drink. Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. 5 cookies. Small handful of almonds and a 100cal bag of popcorn. With the popcorn I finally felt better and didn't think about food any longer.
One thing was my schedule today. I left work early so I could go to the chiropractor and so made the gym by 5 o'clock. That meant I was home by 6pm. Normally I'm not eating until 7:30 at the earliest, so I'm thinking my body was off balance somewhat. Hence the feeling of hunger I was experiencing. I had a banana and maybe I should have eaten that before the chiropractor.
Yay tomorrow is Tabata!
Day 533
So back to the regular schedule of work and working out. Also eating a bit more healthy which includes not porking out every day.
I could tell that last week made an impression on my body when I went to dress for work. Yes the pants were a bit tighter than normal. The sixth belt loop was quite a squeeze compared to a couple of weeks ago. Looks like I'll need to get back on track and workout and eat way better.
Breakfast: Frittata with sausage, peas, corn, potato, an red pepper with cheese. 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cauliflower, corn, peas, and cheese.
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. 3 cookies.
Amazingly I wasn't super hungry after the workout. So it was my normal dinner that I've eaten for the last few months. I expect to tire of it one of these days so when I feel like something else I'll go for it by try to limit my intake.
I rocked the workout Lorinda showed me last week and that's the plan. As each week goes forward I'll incorporate the previous weeks workout plan into the coming week. The idea will be to start doing more weight training and tone down the cardio. For now.
I could tell that last week made an impression on my body when I went to dress for work. Yes the pants were a bit tighter than normal. The sixth belt loop was quite a squeeze compared to a couple of weeks ago. Looks like I'll need to get back on track and workout and eat way better.
Breakfast: Frittata with sausage, peas, corn, potato, an red pepper with cheese. 20oz of cold water.
1st snack: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds
Lunch: Spinach salad with chicken, tomato, cauliflower, corn, peas, and cheese.
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. 3 cookies.
Amazingly I wasn't super hungry after the workout. So it was my normal dinner that I've eaten for the last few months. I expect to tire of it one of these days so when I feel like something else I'll go for it by try to limit my intake.
I rocked the workout Lorinda showed me last week and that's the plan. As each week goes forward I'll incorporate the previous weeks workout plan into the coming week. The idea will be to start doing more weight training and tone down the cardio. For now.
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Day 532
Starting to get back together with friends for the D&D game. That means there will be food and lots of temptation to eat more than I should. I expect to try to not over indulge but in the midst of socializing things happen. I do have a plan but not sure if I can implement it, we'll see.
Breakfast: Beginning of plan. Eat a good and big breakfast. Three eggs, bacon, broccoli, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
Met friends at 1pm and pizza is on the menu. As we know pizza is quite possibly my favorite food in this situation. I was able to hold myself to four pieces. I did succumb to my favorite dessert though and that was cookies. I had seven or eight of those. Had a soda and two big handfuls of mixed nuts. The mixed nuts helped hold the pizza frenzy to a dull throb. Hence only the four pieces.
So not bad actually. When the night ended and there was pizza left over, I declined when offered some to take home. That was a win all by itself.
Tomorrow back to the gym and regular eating habits. I'm planning on doing the workout Lorinda wrote up on Thurs. I'll try to increase the weights but not sure it'll happen. If not than next session for sure.
Breakfast: Beginning of plan. Eat a good and big breakfast. Three eggs, bacon, broccoli, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
Met friends at 1pm and pizza is on the menu. As we know pizza is quite possibly my favorite food in this situation. I was able to hold myself to four pieces. I did succumb to my favorite dessert though and that was cookies. I had seven or eight of those. Had a soda and two big handfuls of mixed nuts. The mixed nuts helped hold the pizza frenzy to a dull throb. Hence only the four pieces.
So not bad actually. When the night ended and there was pizza left over, I declined when offered some to take home. That was a win all by itself.
Tomorrow back to the gym and regular eating habits. I'm planning on doing the workout Lorinda wrote up on Thurs. I'll try to increase the weights but not sure it'll happen. If not than next session for sure.
Day 531
So didn't go the gym today. I did some community service work for my work. I tried to not think about all the food I've eaten this last week while on vacation. It was a lot. I have also figured out something. Eating sometimes is just habit and not caused by actual hunger. The reason I mention this is because some of the meals I ate this last week were just that, not because I was hungry but because I could.
I really think that is something that does need to be thought about when I'm having a cheat day that turns into a crazy cheat day. Food for thought.
So I weighed in today and guess what. I gained ten pounds. Yep the free for all eating and not exercising caused me to gain 10lbs. Guess I'll have to get back to thinking about working out and not being a slacker.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Chips and salsa along with a giant burrito.
Dinner: Last of the chicken curry and brown rice. Also three eggs scrambled with cheese.
Made some cookies. Had 6.
So I wasn't surprised that I'd gained 10lbs but now I've got to work it off. So Monday it starts again. It was good to slack off for a week but maybe I should've had the realization sooner about eating when I wasn't hungry. I don't know, maybe?
I really think that is something that does need to be thought about when I'm having a cheat day that turns into a crazy cheat day. Food for thought.
So I weighed in today and guess what. I gained ten pounds. Yep the free for all eating and not exercising caused me to gain 10lbs. Guess I'll have to get back to thinking about working out and not being a slacker.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Chips and salsa along with a giant burrito.
Dinner: Last of the chicken curry and brown rice. Also three eggs scrambled with cheese.
Made some cookies. Had 6.
So I wasn't surprised that I'd gained 10lbs but now I've got to work it off. So Monday it starts again. It was good to slack off for a week but maybe I should've had the realization sooner about eating when I wasn't hungry. I don't know, maybe?
Monday, October 21, 2013
Day 530
Today is a really crazy food day. I'm meeting friends from the D&D group so there will be BBQ happening. During the earlier part of the day I have plans for more eating. No workout or worrying about working out. That's the rule for today.
Breakfast: Breakfast burrito and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Two fish tacos along with rice and beans. A single serve bag of chips.
Dinner: Again hanging with the gaming group so it's BBQ. I had two hamburgers and a hot dog, along with some baked beans. 3 rice crispy treats and chips. Had a soda. My first one in a couple of weeks. So far this year I've had maybe a half dozen pops. Quite good considering that in the past I probably would have drank almost that many in an evening.
So tomorrow is weigh in day and we'll see how badly I did during this week of vacation. I didn't go anywhere (traveling ) but I did go to many food places and ate my way through this vacation. I don't regret it as I've really been fairly good during the year. So cutting loose for a week can be justified and I really am not interested in doing it again very soon.
Breakfast: Breakfast burrito and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Two fish tacos along with rice and beans. A single serve bag of chips.
Dinner: Again hanging with the gaming group so it's BBQ. I had two hamburgers and a hot dog, along with some baked beans. 3 rice crispy treats and chips. Had a soda. My first one in a couple of weeks. So far this year I've had maybe a half dozen pops. Quite good considering that in the past I probably would have drank almost that many in an evening.
So tomorrow is weigh in day and we'll see how badly I did during this week of vacation. I didn't go anywhere (traveling ) but I did go to many food places and ate my way through this vacation. I don't regret it as I've really been fairly good during the year. So cutting loose for a week can be justified and I really am not interested in doing it again very soon.
Day 529
So still on vacation and have skipped working out for the last three days. That is the plan except for today. Today Lorinda and I will get together and start the new plan. It's a bit concerning as we are heading into the holiday time of year that includes much eating and merry making. I'd like to see if I can go the entire season with out skipping workouts and still enjoying the feasting while at least maintaining weight and hopefully losing some pounds.
This week so far has been a big fat feast. I will weigh myself on Sat and see the results.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
After workout meal: Two Coney Island hot dogs and a bowl of ice cream. I finished off the Pad Thai from last night. It wasn't much.
Dinner: Mixed some of the Chicken curry and brown rice with some scrambled eggs. Also had an adult beverage.
The workout Lorinda wrote up was a good one that got me off to a great start on this new path. I'll work it in next week when I start up again with the gym. Chest and triceps were our areas of focus.
This week so far has been a big fat feast. I will weigh myself on Sat and see the results.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
After workout meal: Two Coney Island hot dogs and a bowl of ice cream. I finished off the Pad Thai from last night. It wasn't much.
Dinner: Mixed some of the Chicken curry and brown rice with some scrambled eggs. Also had an adult beverage.
The workout Lorinda wrote up was a good one that got me off to a great start on this new path. I'll work it in next week when I start up again with the gym. Chest and triceps were our areas of focus.
Friday, October 18, 2013
Day 528
So under normal circumstances I'd have led this entry with Tabata! I was planning on going and ended up wussing out. I ended up just staying home and making excuses. I mean come on, I'd just three days ago ran a dualathon, give me a break. At least that was my excuse any way.
I am meeting Lorinda tomorrow for our first post race training day. So this week's not a total loss exercise wise. Plus I'm stocking up on cheating towards the diet. Today I did go a bit crazy.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Lamb burger with fries and an adult beverage.
Mid day snack: 2 rice crispy treats
Dinner: Thai food. Pad Thai with green curry and brown rice. Also a bowl of pumpkin ice cream.
So I did over eat today and frankly it was great. I'm really trying to eat stuff I've thought about eating this past year but convinced myself not to. So I don't feel too bad but I do realize that next week I'm starting a new phase and that includes not eating this type of stuff or at least in these quantities.
Only a few day more to go on vacation so gotta make them count. (insert grin here)
I am meeting Lorinda tomorrow for our first post race training day. So this week's not a total loss exercise wise. Plus I'm stocking up on cheating towards the diet. Today I did go a bit crazy.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Lamb burger with fries and an adult beverage.
Mid day snack: 2 rice crispy treats
Dinner: Thai food. Pad Thai with green curry and brown rice. Also a bowl of pumpkin ice cream.
So I did over eat today and frankly it was great. I'm really trying to eat stuff I've thought about eating this past year but convinced myself not to. So I don't feel too bad but I do realize that next week I'm starting a new phase and that includes not eating this type of stuff or at least in these quantities.
Only a few day more to go on vacation so gotta make them count. (insert grin here)
Day 527
So it's vacation time all week. I'm hoping to go to the gym at least once or twice this week but we'll see. Frankly if I had not done the race on Sunday I'd be all over the gym this week. It's funny how weird it feels to not go to the gym. Of course that sounds a bit weird also but I'm okay with that weirdness.
I've given myself permission to over indulge this week and eat whatever and as much as I want. In a sense it's an experiment to see if I really want to eat until I puke (sorry) or can I just eat a bunch and still be happy (and puke free) again sorry.
Breakfast: Due to the possible over eating during the day I really kept this meal at a minimum. So I just had an Apple Pie Larabar and a Chia drink.
Lunch: Two pieces of fried chicken, coleslaw, and an order of onion rings. The onion rings were very disappointing in that there were only 6 of the oniony goodness. Weak. I also had two rice crispy treats later in the afternoon.
Dinner: I've been craving nachos so that's what I had along with guacamole. The nachos had ground turkey and bacon along with the cheese and chips.
So I was feeling overstuffed after dinner. The nachos definitely satisfied my craving and brought me close to nirvana, at least for a few minutes. Again that physiological subconscious feeling of trying to recreate that first bite or two and impact on your food pleasure center. It never really happens but that's the secret. I have to remember it ain't happening no matter how much I eat. So stick to great tasting food and realistic portions. That's the only way it will really work.
I've given myself permission to over indulge this week and eat whatever and as much as I want. In a sense it's an experiment to see if I really want to eat until I puke (sorry) or can I just eat a bunch and still be happy (and puke free) again sorry.
Breakfast: Due to the possible over eating during the day I really kept this meal at a minimum. So I just had an Apple Pie Larabar and a Chia drink.
Lunch: Two pieces of fried chicken, coleslaw, and an order of onion rings. The onion rings were very disappointing in that there were only 6 of the oniony goodness. Weak. I also had two rice crispy treats later in the afternoon.
Dinner: I've been craving nachos so that's what I had along with guacamole. The nachos had ground turkey and bacon along with the cheese and chips.
So I was feeling overstuffed after dinner. The nachos definitely satisfied my craving and brought me close to nirvana, at least for a few minutes. Again that physiological subconscious feeling of trying to recreate that first bite or two and impact on your food pleasure center. It never really happens but that's the secret. I have to remember it ain't happening no matter how much I eat. So stick to great tasting food and realistic portions. That's the only way it will really work.
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Day 526
I just realized that this blog has passed 5000 views. Hard to imagine that over 5000 times my somewhat silly musings have been looked at. Of course at the same time I'm well aware that a good portion of those were probably a bot trying to get us to send money to Nigeria. Not sure why but that does seem to be something that happens a lot on the Internet.
So it's the day after the big race and I'm feeling good. A bit stiff when I got up in the morning but overall not bad at all. Almost normal actually.
I'm meeting friends for sushi for lunch and beyond that nothing planned as I enter my first day of vacation.
The rest of the week I'll think about going to the gym and on Thurs I am meeting Lorinda for a training session.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Sushi and an adult beverage. We went to conveyor belt sushi place and I had 6-7 plates but stopped before I was stuffed. Not bad for a vacation meal.
Dinner: Two pieces of pizza with some stuffed mushrooms from lunch. An adult beverage and two rice crispy treats.
Late snack: Chips
I'm giving myself the week of food wise due to the race. I've been fairly good this last year and I figure I should cut loose a bit so I can get back to it. I really don't think it's that bad of an idea as long as I don't go really crazy. So stay tuned to the menu for the next few days and maybe even live vicariously through this blog. I'll eat some stuff that I've avoided for quite some time. And some stuff I just had last week but felt really guilty about eating. ;)
So it's the day after the big race and I'm feeling good. A bit stiff when I got up in the morning but overall not bad at all. Almost normal actually.
I'm meeting friends for sushi for lunch and beyond that nothing planned as I enter my first day of vacation.
The rest of the week I'll think about going to the gym and on Thurs I am meeting Lorinda for a training session.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Sushi and an adult beverage. We went to conveyor belt sushi place and I had 6-7 plates but stopped before I was stuffed. Not bad for a vacation meal.
Dinner: Two pieces of pizza with some stuffed mushrooms from lunch. An adult beverage and two rice crispy treats.
Late snack: Chips
I'm giving myself the week of food wise due to the race. I've been fairly good this last year and I figure I should cut loose a bit so I can get back to it. I really don't think it's that bad of an idea as long as I don't go really crazy. So stay tuned to the menu for the next few days and maybe even live vicariously through this blog. I'll eat some stuff that I've avoided for quite some time. And some stuff I just had last week but felt really guilty about eating. ;)
Monday, October 14, 2013
Day 525 or It's finally here!!
So I woke up at 8:15. Got out of bed at 8:30. Wandered around the condo for a few minutes and then sat down to my banana and 20oz of cold water.
I started prepping for the race. Put together my undershirt and my race shirt, an awesome City Gym shirt that was a special tye-dye design by Cassie. She's one of the class instructors (Tabata) at City Gym and she did it just for me. I made sure I had my helmet and gloves, also a change of clothes for afterwards.
The race went well. I was only off 2min from the actual allowed completion time. I probably would have made the completion time, except for the fact that 50yards from the transition point for the bike portion my bike decided to seize up. I carried my bike the rest of the way. My total time was 2hr7min. So not bad at all considering.
I had my own cheering section and that was a nice surprise. They had signs and everything. It was very cool.
After the race Lorinda and Sandy took me to Jalapeno's for Mexican. I had a Big Mama (giant margarita) and a taco sampler with extra guacamole. I didn't eat all of my tacos. That surprised me. I was also very slow getting out of the booth when we left.
Later snack: The other taco and a donut.
Dinner: I treated myself to something I haven't eaten in quite some time. As a matter of fact it had probably been almost a year since I went to Jack in the Box. I had a burger, a Breakfast Jack, and onion rings. Followed that up with two rice crispy treats.
So overall a great day and one that got it's start way back in Feb. I probably could have trained a bit harder but I was very happy to have started something and actually finished it.
All in all between Lorinda encouraging me and my co-workers showing up to cheer me on it was a great experience. If you asked me if I'd do it again I'd have to say YES. It was an accomplishment that I've not had in my life and well worth the time and effort involved.
Of course I will say that I really would not have and could not have done it without Lorinda. So Thanx Lorinda you're the best.
I started prepping for the race. Put together my undershirt and my race shirt, an awesome City Gym shirt that was a special tye-dye design by Cassie. She's one of the class instructors (Tabata) at City Gym and she did it just for me. I made sure I had my helmet and gloves, also a change of clothes for afterwards.
The race went well. I was only off 2min from the actual allowed completion time. I probably would have made the completion time, except for the fact that 50yards from the transition point for the bike portion my bike decided to seize up. I carried my bike the rest of the way. My total time was 2hr7min. So not bad at all considering.
I had my own cheering section and that was a nice surprise. They had signs and everything. It was very cool.
After the race Lorinda and Sandy took me to Jalapeno's for Mexican. I had a Big Mama (giant margarita) and a taco sampler with extra guacamole. I didn't eat all of my tacos. That surprised me. I was also very slow getting out of the booth when we left.
Later snack: The other taco and a donut.
Dinner: I treated myself to something I haven't eaten in quite some time. As a matter of fact it had probably been almost a year since I went to Jack in the Box. I had a burger, a Breakfast Jack, and onion rings. Followed that up with two rice crispy treats.
So overall a great day and one that got it's start way back in Feb. I probably could have trained a bit harder but I was very happy to have started something and actually finished it.
All in all between Lorinda encouraging me and my co-workers showing up to cheer me on it was a great experience. If you asked me if I'd do it again I'd have to say YES. It was an accomplishment that I've not had in my life and well worth the time and effort involved.
Of course I will say that I really would not have and could not have done it without Lorinda. So Thanx Lorinda you're the best.
Day 524
One day to go and counting the hours. I met with Lorinda today and we just did stretching and talked about the race and stuff I might run into during the race. You know things like getting tired and sore from running or falling off the bike going down the trail. Nothing too interesting but necessary.
I'm ready and able, at least as much as can be.
Breakfast: Banana and 20oz of cold water
After workout: Big sandwich with roast beef and veggies. Broccoli and cheese salad.
Dinner: Two eggs scramble with spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, and ground turkey.
Late snack: 100cal bag of popcorn.
So the day ended with me thinking about the race and the fact that in less than 12 hours I'd be running and riding around Lake Padden. I'm starting to feel nervous and excited.
I'm ready and able, at least as much as can be.
Breakfast: Banana and 20oz of cold water
After workout: Big sandwich with roast beef and veggies. Broccoli and cheese salad.
Dinner: Two eggs scramble with spinach, broccoli, cauliflower, cheese, and ground turkey.
Late snack: 100cal bag of popcorn.
So the day ended with me thinking about the race and the fact that in less than 12 hours I'd be running and riding around Lake Padden. I'm starting to feel nervous and excited.
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Day 523
Quickie just list of food and continue of the countdown. No workout.
Breakfast: Breakfast burrito from TJ's made up of turkey bacon, potato, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Chinese food with mixed veggies, broccoli beef, fried rice, shrimp and beef, and a chicken egg roll.
Dinner: Wasn't sure what to eat so ended up indulging a bit. First up had some pot sticker soup, salad, and some almonds. Then gave in to temptation and went to Dairy Queen and had a large blizzard and a fish sandwich.
One more day and counting. I'll meet up with Lorinda tomorrow for a last bit of workout (mostly stretching I'm sure) and advice.
Not to much more waiting.
Breakfast: Breakfast burrito from TJ's made up of turkey bacon, potato, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Chinese food with mixed veggies, broccoli beef, fried rice, shrimp and beef, and a chicken egg roll.
Dinner: Wasn't sure what to eat so ended up indulging a bit. First up had some pot sticker soup, salad, and some almonds. Then gave in to temptation and went to Dairy Queen and had a large blizzard and a fish sandwich.
One more day and counting. I'll meet up with Lorinda tomorrow for a last bit of workout (mostly stretching I'm sure) and advice.
Not to much more waiting.
Day 522
Okay it's getting closer and closer. The race of the year (for me anyway) is just around the corner and counting. 3 days. I really can't wait and no I'm not torturing myself I just want it to happen. When you think about this, I've been moving towards this almost the entire year. Back in Feb we started talking about doing this race and then I committed to it. Started running first and that was an eye opener. Actually an entire body experience frankly. I stuck with it though and found that it was helping me lose some weight and keep it off.
I had seemed to stall at 235-240lbs and then I was consistently hovering around 230. I liked it. So good incentive beyond just getting ready for the race. Of course I've stalled again in the weight department but holding at 230 isn't a bad thing, I'd just like to drop another 10-15 and keep going to 200. That's the goal weight that I am wishing for.
At least the weather is holding in a dryer pattern. So hopefully Sunday won't be super muddy.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water
Lunch: Green salad with tomato, cauliflower, red pepper, corn, peas, cheese, and two turkey burgers cut up in the salad.
Snack: Greek yogurt with 24+ almonds
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with Chia seeds, and a tamale.
I was a bit more hungry than normal but still not starving. So the tamale was an attempt to satisfy that urge. It worked and it wasn't to over indulgey.
I worked the weights at the gym and will definitely feel this one. I did a Lorinda workout and upped the weight a bit so it felt good.
Okay only a few more days to go before the big one!
I had seemed to stall at 235-240lbs and then I was consistently hovering around 230. I liked it. So good incentive beyond just getting ready for the race. Of course I've stalled again in the weight department but holding at 230 isn't a bad thing, I'd just like to drop another 10-15 and keep going to 200. That's the goal weight that I am wishing for.
At least the weather is holding in a dryer pattern. So hopefully Sunday won't be super muddy.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water
Lunch: Green salad with tomato, cauliflower, red pepper, corn, peas, cheese, and two turkey burgers cut up in the salad.
Snack: Greek yogurt with 24+ almonds
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with Chia seeds, and a tamale.
I was a bit more hungry than normal but still not starving. So the tamale was an attempt to satisfy that urge. It worked and it wasn't to over indulgey.
I worked the weights at the gym and will definitely feel this one. I did a Lorinda workout and upped the weight a bit so it felt good.
Okay only a few more days to go before the big one!
Friday, October 11, 2013
Day 521
Tabata! Yay I'm back at it and doing my Tabata. Four days until my day of torture. Okay not really torture but still it's not going to be a walk in the park. I keep getting asked if I'm nervous and frankly no, I just want to do it. Then I can say I did it and finished something that I started. That in and of itself is an accomplishment for me. I've started projects in the past and either they just quietly faded away or I just lost interest completely. So Sunday will be a something I can be proud of.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Salad with spinach, tomato, cheese, peas, corn, cauliflower, red pepper, felafel, and some fish.
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with 24 almonds, Chia seeds, and a granola bar. One donut.
So Tabata was good we did push ups and medicine ball slams among other exercises. I expect that I'll be feeling it tomorrow.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Salad with spinach, tomato, cheese, peas, corn, cauliflower, red pepper, felafel, and some fish.
Dinner: Protein drink, Greek yogurt with 24 almonds, Chia seeds, and a granola bar. One donut.
So Tabata was good we did push ups and medicine ball slams among other exercises. I expect that I'll be feeling it tomorrow.
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Day 520
Five days and counting. Today didn't go to the gym but came home and lifted weights. Didn't go crazy but focused on shoulder and back. Just a light workout really. Tabata is tomorrow so I'll get my workout in then.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Spinach/greens salad with felafel's, peas, corn, cauliflower, red pepper, tomato, and cheese.
Dinner: A small personal size pizza with a fish burger without the bun. A granola bar.
As I said a light workout today. Just felt like a day to take it easy as I get closer to the race.
Breakfast: Frittata with 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Spinach/greens salad with felafel's, peas, corn, cauliflower, red pepper, tomato, and cheese.
Dinner: A small personal size pizza with a fish burger without the bun. A granola bar.
As I said a light workout today. Just felt like a day to take it easy as I get closer to the race.
Day 519
Six days and counting. I went to the gym and just did a bike workout. Rode for 30min at a high difficulty level and then stretched. I'm in a sense taking it easier than normal as the race gets closer. I'm still planning on doing Tabata on Weds but otherwise no more leg stuff for now. I'll lift some weights and we'll see what Lorinda has in store for me on Sat. I expect nothing too crazy.
Breakfast: Frittata with potato, peppers, mushroom, sausage, and a mixture of Chinese stir fry veggie. Oh and some cheese, Parmesan. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: I felt like salad this week so, it was a spinach/greens salad with tomato, red pepper, cauliflower, peas, corn, and cheese. Threw in some felafel's.
Snack: Banana
Dinner: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds, Chia seeds, two Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese, and a couple florets of cauliflower.
Breakfast: Frittata with potato, peppers, mushroom, sausage, and a mixture of Chinese stir fry veggie. Oh and some cheese, Parmesan. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: I felt like salad this week so, it was a spinach/greens salad with tomato, red pepper, cauliflower, peas, corn, and cheese. Threw in some felafel's.
Snack: Banana
Dinner: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds, Chia seeds, two Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese, and a couple florets of cauliflower.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Day 518
So feeling just fine after yesterday's workout. Turned in a pretty good time on the bike, 52min, and the run was in the ball park with a 34min time. So today I was wondering if I'd feel any residual stiffness or pains but nothing. Encouraging for next Sunday.
Yes the race is seven days away. Hard to imagine that back in Feb I started thinking and planning on this experiment. I actually expected to do it but at the same time was a bit leery of the whole idea. After all it was going to be running and I really don't run very well. It did help that in the summer I picked up a new pair of shoes just for running. It also helped that I got the new bike as I think it makes a big difference when it comes to the trail riding I'll have to do. I'm ready and waiting for it all to go down. Now I just need to make it through the week.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds and Chia seeds. 20oz of cold water.
After workout: Half of a pizza. I really was craving a pizza so I picked up a take&bake Costco pizza on Sat. Today I finished it off and realized I had broken one of my new rules. Quality over quantity. The pizza wasn't that good and so I just ate it until it was gone. Why did I eat the whole thing? Mostly because it just didn't taste that great and I was hoping it would. So quantity over quality proves once again that you can't be satisfied by stuffing your face. You have to really enjoy what you're eating and when you do you won't eat until you burst. (figuratively of course) And that's what I did with that pizza. Which I won't do again. At least with one of those pizza's.
Dinner: Some eggs and cottage cheese along with almond butter and cheese spread on two Wasa crisp.
Feel like salad for lunch in the coming week. Back to my normal lunches I guess after a bit of left field in the last few weeks.
Yes the race is seven days away. Hard to imagine that back in Feb I started thinking and planning on this experiment. I actually expected to do it but at the same time was a bit leery of the whole idea. After all it was going to be running and I really don't run very well. It did help that in the summer I picked up a new pair of shoes just for running. It also helped that I got the new bike as I think it makes a big difference when it comes to the trail riding I'll have to do. I'm ready and waiting for it all to go down. Now I just need to make it through the week.
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with 24 almonds and Chia seeds. 20oz of cold water.
After workout: Half of a pizza. I really was craving a pizza so I picked up a take&bake Costco pizza on Sat. Today I finished it off and realized I had broken one of my new rules. Quality over quantity. The pizza wasn't that good and so I just ate it until it was gone. Why did I eat the whole thing? Mostly because it just didn't taste that great and I was hoping it would. So quantity over quality proves once again that you can't be satisfied by stuffing your face. You have to really enjoy what you're eating and when you do you won't eat until you burst. (figuratively of course) And that's what I did with that pizza. Which I won't do again. At least with one of those pizza's.
Dinner: Some eggs and cottage cheese along with almond butter and cheese spread on two Wasa crisp.
Feel like salad for lunch in the coming week. Back to my normal lunches I guess after a bit of left field in the last few weeks.
Day 517
Wow! Nice day out and the weather is sunny. I rode the race course and ran afterwards around the lake. Turned in average times so I'm feeling right on track for the 13th and the actual race. The bike course wasn't too muddy but still had the possibility for muddy mayhem.
The race is now one week away and I'm ready for it to happen. I know I can finish it but just not sure how close to the cutoff I'll be. Of course I'm also not worried about that as I just want to finish.
I'll take it easy the rest of the week. Maybe go to the gym tomorrow and lift some weights. During the week I'll probably hit Tabata on Weds and then meet with Lorinda on Sat. Trying to keep active but not over do it.
Breakfast: Banana and 20oz of cold water.
After bike/run: Protein drink followed by a hamburger with bacon and guacamole. Plus onion rings.
Afternoon snack: A slice of pizza
Dinner: Three slices of pizza and an apple.
Feeling good with no pains from the course work this morning so it's full steam ahead for tomorrow.
The race is now one week away and I'm ready for it to happen. I know I can finish it but just not sure how close to the cutoff I'll be. Of course I'm also not worried about that as I just want to finish.
I'll take it easy the rest of the week. Maybe go to the gym tomorrow and lift some weights. During the week I'll probably hit Tabata on Weds and then meet with Lorinda on Sat. Trying to keep active but not over do it.
Breakfast: Banana and 20oz of cold water.
After bike/run: Protein drink followed by a hamburger with bacon and guacamole. Plus onion rings.
Afternoon snack: A slice of pizza
Dinner: Three slices of pizza and an apple.
Feeling good with no pains from the course work this morning so it's full steam ahead for tomorrow.
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Day 516
Off day before the "test" tomorrow. The weather has been rather nice, cold but nice, no rain. So the course should be not as wet and muddy. At least that's what I've been telling myself. And I tend to believe myself.
Went to friends after work and played D&D. There was some eating but didn't overindulge so that was a win.
Breakfast: Two egg frittata with broccoli, corn, and sausage. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Small pizza w/added cheese. The pizza was a cornmeal crust based dish. Also Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Snack: Banana with two tablespoons of peanut butter
Dinner: Had a Mexican sandwich called a torta. Also had two rice crispy treats and a few handfuls of candy corn.
So this is it, tomorrow I'll do the bike course followed by once around the lake. I'm curious as to how I'll do. It's been a few weeks since I last rode the course and almost the same since I ran it.
Now only 10 days and counting.....
Went to friends after work and played D&D. There was some eating but didn't overindulge so that was a win.
Breakfast: Two egg frittata with broccoli, corn, and sausage. 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Small pizza w/added cheese. The pizza was a cornmeal crust based dish. Also Greek yogurt and 24 almonds
Snack: Banana with two tablespoons of peanut butter
Dinner: Had a Mexican sandwich called a torta. Also had two rice crispy treats and a few handfuls of candy corn.
So this is it, tomorrow I'll do the bike course followed by once around the lake. I'm curious as to how I'll do. It's been a few weeks since I last rode the course and almost the same since I ran it.
Now only 10 days and counting.....
Day 515
As I prepare for my final "test" of the course I'm taking it easy today and won't go to the gym. I am however going to do a home workout and lift some weights.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds. Eggplant Parmesan with some added cheese. I liked this the first time I ate it but this time not so much. I think I'll take this off the menu for the future.
Snack: Banana
Dinner: I'm feeling a bit bored with the Greek yogurt so am changing it up. Finished off the zucchini cakes (4), two pork buns, and a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese with corn/bean salsa. A bit later had a granola bar.
So I used my kettlebells and dumbbells to do a workout after work. Did some chest presses and rows along with some other lifts. Felt good and so didn't feel bad about going to the gym.
The weather has started to clear up from the last week and a half of rain. Hopefully that means the course will be less muddy for the race. Fingers crossed for this weekend. Then next weekend is the race.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds. Eggplant Parmesan with some added cheese. I liked this the first time I ate it but this time not so much. I think I'll take this off the menu for the future.
Snack: Banana
Dinner: I'm feeling a bit bored with the Greek yogurt so am changing it up. Finished off the zucchini cakes (4), two pork buns, and a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese with corn/bean salsa. A bit later had a granola bar.
So I used my kettlebells and dumbbells to do a workout after work. Did some chest presses and rows along with some other lifts. Felt good and so didn't feel bad about going to the gym.
The weather has started to clear up from the last week and a half of rain. Hopefully that means the course will be less muddy for the race. Fingers crossed for this weekend. Then next weekend is the race.
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Day 514
Tabata! Yes a wonderful lower body workout AGAIN. We did lower body last night and I figured there would be some lower body in Tabata but not the entire class! Oh well it's good for me and my body especially when we do sprints like we did in this class.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds. Chile Releno from TJ's mixed in a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese.
Afternoon: 2 Wasa crisps with peanut butter
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. Also two Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese.
I'm going to have to watch that same body part two workouts in a row thing. I felt a bit staggered last night after working out with Lorinda and tonight walking to the car after Tabata was fun and slightly shaky.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds. Chile Releno from TJ's mixed in a 1/2 cup of cottage cheese.
Afternoon: 2 Wasa crisps with peanut butter
Dinner: Protein drink and Greek yogurt with Chia seeds. Also two Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese.
I'm going to have to watch that same body part two workouts in a row thing. I felt a bit staggered last night after working out with Lorinda and tonight walking to the car after Tabata was fun and slightly shaky.
Day 513
Well I'm all confused. Today I'm meeting with Lorinda and it's not Saturday. It's in the final countdown for the race and I'm starting to ask questions and think about the actual movements I'll be initiating to succeed. I know I must run as fast as I can at least once ( the run is twice around) and certainly not be timid on the bike. I'm expecting the bike to be the spot where I can make up time. Which I'll need for the running parts. So I will need to be a bit more aggressive on the bike ride and not chicken out as much on some of the scary areas. It should be a lot of fun so I'm just going to go with it.
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds then a Mexicali salad and a donut.
Afternoon snack: Banana
Dinner: Protein drink. Greek yogurt w/Chia seeds. A Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese.
So the workout with L was a lower body routine. Something we hadn't done in a while. I think we got away from the lower body because of the issue with my back. Now that it's back to normal it's high time to work those muscles and that's helping me to think about the new plan for the new year.
A day closer to racing!
Breakfast: Frittata and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: Greek yogurt and 24 almonds then a Mexicali salad and a donut.
Afternoon snack: Banana
Dinner: Protein drink. Greek yogurt w/Chia seeds. A Wasa crisp with almond butter and cheese.
So the workout with L was a lower body routine. Something we hadn't done in a while. I think we got away from the lower body because of the issue with my back. Now that it's back to normal it's high time to work those muscles and that's helping me to think about the new plan for the new year.
A day closer to racing!
Friday, October 4, 2013
Day 512
So it's the start of the new week and that means it's fifteen days until the big race day. I'm at the point where I really want it to be happening. The anticipation is quite palatable and somewhat nerve wracking. But not in a bad way, just dominating my thoughts. Today I just rode the bike at the gym for 30min and on random so lots of hill work. I'm meeting Lorinda tomorrow after work for our weekly workout. She's not available on Sat for some reason or other. "wink" "grin"
So my plan is to go to Padden and ride the trail and then run the lake once. Because of the weather I'm really curious how muddy the trail will be. That should give me an idea as how the race day will possibly be. Should be fun.....
Breakfast: Frittata with spinach, onion, sausage, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
1st snack & lunch: For the next two weeks my first break and lunch are combined into one long lunch break. So I'll still eat my Greek yogurt and 24 almonds along with my lunch. Lunch was a falafel wrap and a donut.
2nd snack: 1/2 cup of cottage cheese and bean/corn salsa
dinner: Greek yogurt and Chia seeds along with a protein drink.
So did the bike cardio thing as part of my workout plan leading up to the race. It's just delaying the inevitable though as I really am ready to do this race thing.
So my plan is to go to Padden and ride the trail and then run the lake once. Because of the weather I'm really curious how muddy the trail will be. That should give me an idea as how the race day will possibly be. Should be fun.....
Breakfast: Frittata with spinach, onion, sausage, and cheese. 20oz of cold water.
1st snack & lunch: For the next two weeks my first break and lunch are combined into one long lunch break. So I'll still eat my Greek yogurt and 24 almonds along with my lunch. Lunch was a falafel wrap and a donut.
2nd snack: 1/2 cup of cottage cheese and bean/corn salsa
dinner: Greek yogurt and Chia seeds along with a protein drink.
So did the bike cardio thing as part of my workout plan leading up to the race. It's just delaying the inevitable though as I really am ready to do this race thing.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Day 511
Didn't go to Padden again today. Just couldn't get excited about being outside in the weather. I do need to make it there next week though in preparation for the race the following weekend.
Instead I once again went to the gym and worked out on the treadmill and up right bicycle. I went for 50min total and then followed it up with a single Tabata sequence and biceps. I really felt like I'd worked out. I wanted to get that in as there will not be Tabata available on Mondays any more.
Breakfast: Peanut Butter cookie Larabar and 20oz of cold water.
After workout: Hamburger and fries plus a soda. Havent' had a soda in a few months so I'm really breaking the plan.
Dinner: Pot sticker soup with broccoli, peas, sausage, and some cheese.
Late snack: 1/2 cup of cottage cheese with salsa.
So at the gym I had a small accident that really made me laugh and cry at the same time. No I didn't drop a dumbbell on my foot but I did drop my water bottle in the toilet. Yes it fell right in and I had to fish it out. Fortunately it wasn't messy. ;) Silly but ya gotta laugh.
Instead I once again went to the gym and worked out on the treadmill and up right bicycle. I went for 50min total and then followed it up with a single Tabata sequence and biceps. I really felt like I'd worked out. I wanted to get that in as there will not be Tabata available on Mondays any more.
Breakfast: Peanut Butter cookie Larabar and 20oz of cold water.
After workout: Hamburger and fries plus a soda. Havent' had a soda in a few months so I'm really breaking the plan.
Dinner: Pot sticker soup with broccoli, peas, sausage, and some cheese.
Late snack: 1/2 cup of cottage cheese with salsa.
So at the gym I had a small accident that really made me laugh and cry at the same time. No I didn't drop a dumbbell on my foot but I did drop my water bottle in the toilet. Yes it fell right in and I had to fish it out. Fortunately it wasn't messy. ;) Silly but ya gotta laugh.
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Day 510
So it's the day that I usually go for the Padden run but today I'm volunteering. I am helping out at a rescue farm getting it ready for the coming winter. I ended up shoveling and toting stuff instead of running and lifting weights.
Frankly it was a trade off as I still worked my muscles and was tired from it. And it was for a good cause. Plus there was pizza!
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: 4 pc of pizza, ice tea, 24 almonds, and the leftovers from Friday's breakfast.
Dinner: A bit of mish-mash of finger foods. Pot stickers, zucchini cakes, and pork buns. All very good but not that good for me. Ah well.
Late night snack: 100cal bag of popcorn and three Wasa crisp crackers with almond butter.
So planning on getting to Padden tomorrow as long as the weather cooperates but not sure if that will happen. At this point I'm feeling good about the race and frankly can't wait. Wishing it was now frankly.
Frankly it was a trade off as I still worked my muscles and was tired from it. And it was for a good cause. Plus there was pizza!
Breakfast: Greek yogurt with Chia seeds and 20oz of cold water.
Lunch: 4 pc of pizza, ice tea, 24 almonds, and the leftovers from Friday's breakfast.
Dinner: A bit of mish-mash of finger foods. Pot stickers, zucchini cakes, and pork buns. All very good but not that good for me. Ah well.
Late night snack: 100cal bag of popcorn and three Wasa crisp crackers with almond butter.
So planning on getting to Padden tomorrow as long as the weather cooperates but not sure if that will happen. At this point I'm feeling good about the race and frankly can't wait. Wishing it was now frankly.
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