Monday marked 16 weeks since I started on this journey. I can't believe the changes that have happened in 4 short months. I am able to see the physical difference and feel the difference of not lugging around an additional 56.6 pounds. The chunk rolls are losing some of their width. The shirt I wear for my monthly picture is getting looser!
This journey has many miles to go but I am excited in all the positive changes that I have made. I spend time meal prepping and figuring out how to eat more veggies. I have a good handle on portion control. All the little lifestyle changes that add up to noticeable success.
Eating well, trying to exercise and getting enough sleep (that part has been difficult of late due to work, can I interest anyone in a pager?) are the cornerstones for success. Above all believing in your self and your ability to do the unthinkable.
I can't wait to see what next month brings to the table! Thank you all for continuing to offer support and love! It helps more than you will ever know.
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| Sept 2018 and Jan 2019 |
Stats:
Weight Week 1 (10/8/18): 336.2
Weight Week 16 (1/28/19): 279.6
Total Lost: 56.6
Happy New Year!
2019 has been off to a busy start. Therefore, I am a little behind updating the blog. I hope this new year is treating all of you well.
I completed lifetime half #60 and state #34 on January 13th at the Mobile Marathon. I was super proud to have cut some time off from prior races. I guess losing some weight does indeed help speed! No races on tap until March, so I will have time to work on my pace and perhaps make more progress before the next race.
This week brought me to a total of 54 pounds lost. I can't believe the changes that have occurred in the past 15 weeks. I made some questionable choices while traveling but you have to live life! I regret nothing! I am back on track and spent this past weekend meal prepping. This brings me to the topic for this update. What do I eat?
I have been asked a few times what my meals are like. I am going to try and share an average week. Keep in mind that I am incredibly boring and eat a ton of leftovers. I don't mind the repetition but realize others may not love leftovers.
On the weekends, I try to prep the foods that will get me through the week. So I'll cook a bunch of chicken (pretty much the only protein I eat) and cute veggies for use in recipes for the week. I figure out what days I will convert these ingredients into meals.
I plan my meals to keep me in a range of 50-70 grams of carbs per day. I also eat when I am hungry and not because it is a meal time. I seem to make a bunch of casseroles. They are cheap and easy to parse out into servings. A big plus, most of them are easy to throw together on a work night.
Breakfast: 2-3 scrambled eggs, turkey sausage crumbles/bacon, some days cheese and some days I add half a slice of 90-second bread. Sometimes Keto waffles (I make several batches and freeze them) . This weekend I made an egg sandwich with turkey sausage patty, cheese and 90-second bread (it is as close to bread and I get)
Lunch: Leftovers
Snack: I don't always eat one. It depends on my hunger. Usually, a cheese stick and some almonds. Pork rinds if I need something crunchy.
Dinner: Protein, fat and veggies (in various forms). Recent examples: Chicken Cordon Blue Casserole (cauliflower, ham, cheese and chicken). Tonight: Taco skillet (ground turkey, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, spaghetti squash, spinach and cheese). A favorite dish that I make often is Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole (chicken, cauliflower rice, broccoli and cheese). Sometimes I have fish and brussel sprouts or spinach. I often add cauliflower rice to bulk recipes. I usually add a salad.
Recent finds that I love are the various riced veggies from Green Giant. They have beets, sweet potato/cauliflower mix, squash, etc. To help the pasta fix, I use zoodles or spaghetti squash. There are also veggie pastas that are pretty yummy (although fairly high in carbs but still better than real pasta).
I hope this helps a little. The goal is to bulk up the veggies! I am happy to pass along recipes. Most are pinned on Pinterest (follow me). Make the foods you love but figure out how to make them healthier.
Cheers to a healthy and happy 2019!!
Stats:
Weight Week 1 (10/8/18): 336.2
Weight Week 13 (1/7/19): 289.2
Weight Week 14 (1/14/19): 288.8
Weight Week 15 (1/21/19): 282.2
Total Lost: 54
