Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
Sunday: LO
Monday: LO
Tuesday: Jambalya with turkey sausage
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Cornish Hens
Friday: Fish
Saturday: Taco Soup
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Meal Plan Week of January 19. 2014
I really suck at updating from home. I try to stay off the computer and don't like blogging from the ipad. Here is this week's menu....
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Week 2: The week when having a cold and being a girl suck
Challenge - Week 2
On the Biggest Loser, week 2 is notoriously a tricky week. It never fails that the trainers are baffled by the results. It is always a difficult week mentally and physically for the contestants. Our group fell right into sync with the craziness that is week 2. Some of us had a fantastic week and some of us struggled.
I was a good mix of both. I struggled physically. My body was tired and it took a bunch of effort to even get to the gym. On the other hand, I had success and lost 3.2 pounds. New weight 266.2 and total 12.6 lbs.
I know why I was tried and dragging....a cold and that awful bitch, Aunt Flo. I am just now with the help of medicine feeling better and luckily Flo has stopped. But man, did both of these whammy my motivation to workout. My long run on Sunday felt like I was running through quicksand in the arctic (there was a bunch of ice covered snow). I guess the good part is I did it and most of my other workouts for the week. I can't say I had that euphoric moment of "heck yeah, I feel great" but I definitely felt better than lying on the couch in self pity. I just made up for it by sleeping...a lot!
I feel like I have been doing a pretty great job with diet. I again tracked everything this past week. We stuck to the meal plan except for one night of ordering Jimmy Johns. I had plenty of calories remaining to even get bacon. It really is the little pleasures when you are trying to be good. I even went to a happy hour with co-workers and neither drank nor ate any of the yummy goodness. It was torture but the wonderful conversations made it easier to withhold.
I find even this early in the challenge that doing this with my girls is way better than alone. I know as the weeks go on and I am more into training mode and less in the I need to lose weigh mode, they will keep me motivated to try and accomplish both. That is really my challenge; to lose weight and training for half marathons. However, I really need to drop some pounds before the double in May or that will be real torture! I know that I can do it. It will just take a bunch of discipline and shoulders to cry on!
Until next week!
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
On the Biggest Loser, week 2 is notoriously a tricky week. It never fails that the trainers are baffled by the results. It is always a difficult week mentally and physically for the contestants. Our group fell right into sync with the craziness that is week 2. Some of us had a fantastic week and some of us struggled.
I was a good mix of both. I struggled physically. My body was tired and it took a bunch of effort to even get to the gym. On the other hand, I had success and lost 3.2 pounds. New weight 266.2 and total 12.6 lbs.
I know why I was tried and dragging....a cold and that awful bitch, Aunt Flo. I am just now with the help of medicine feeling better and luckily Flo has stopped. But man, did both of these whammy my motivation to workout. My long run on Sunday felt like I was running through quicksand in the arctic (there was a bunch of ice covered snow). I guess the good part is I did it and most of my other workouts for the week. I can't say I had that euphoric moment of "heck yeah, I feel great" but I definitely felt better than lying on the couch in self pity. I just made up for it by sleeping...a lot!
I feel like I have been doing a pretty great job with diet. I again tracked everything this past week. We stuck to the meal plan except for one night of ordering Jimmy Johns. I had plenty of calories remaining to even get bacon. It really is the little pleasures when you are trying to be good. I even went to a happy hour with co-workers and neither drank nor ate any of the yummy goodness. It was torture but the wonderful conversations made it easier to withhold.
I find even this early in the challenge that doing this with my girls is way better than alone. I know as the weeks go on and I am more into training mode and less in the I need to lose weigh mode, they will keep me motivated to try and accomplish both. That is really my challenge; to lose weight and training for half marathons. However, I really need to drop some pounds before the double in May or that will be real torture! I know that I can do it. It will just take a bunch of discipline and shoulders to cry on!
Until next week!
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
Sunday: Pork Chops/couscous/veggies (squash,peppers)
Monday: LO
Tuesday: Chicken & Dumplings in Crockpot
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Friday: LO
Saturday: Salsa Chicken
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Challenge - Week 1
The first week of our WL challenge has come to an end. We all did well but realize there is a long way to go -- 11 weeks to be exact. We can accomplish so much during this time and I can't wait to see what each of us can do.
I made the decision to be all in this time. In previous years of the gym's corporate challenge, I gave up after the first couple of weeks. I had little motivation to succeed or a reason to keep going. It feels very different to be in a challenge with some of your best friends. We can support and motivate each other to succeed. We all understand exactly what the other girl is thinking or feeling. There is nothing more encouraging than tackling this battle with your girls.
I was talking with my friend and workout buddy last night about my reluctance to share my weight with the group. I wanted to control the spreadsheet because that way I wouldn't have to tell them. I ended up sharing but I hated it. I realized the reason is because I have failed myself and I've failed those I care about (including these girls). I conquered this mountain once and I was embarrassed that I was having to do it again. I gained 80 pounds in a year-ish. Who does that? Especially someone who runs half marathons and works out. The answer: a person who actually struggled through half marathons and ate whatever the hell she wanted. My diet choices had flown out the window. I didn't want to cook or take care of any of those mundane details anymore. I wanted life to be easy. And sadly, the bad choices are usually much easier. In addition, my job had gotten super stressful and I was barely treading water. The stress from that hectic study was alleviated so I am starting to feel more like my old self again. I can do this and I need to do this.
My starting weight was 278.8 pounds. Yikes. It actually feels good to put it out there.
The first week went really well for me. I planned out meals through March (long reason for this). I tracked my food. I cooked. I measured. I exercised and tried to reach my step goal. I even drank water (not nearly what I should but some is better than nothing).
I lost 9.4 pounds!
That is a pretty good start to this challenge. Here's to Week 2.
I made the decision to be all in this time. In previous years of the gym's corporate challenge, I gave up after the first couple of weeks. I had little motivation to succeed or a reason to keep going. It feels very different to be in a challenge with some of your best friends. We can support and motivate each other to succeed. We all understand exactly what the other girl is thinking or feeling. There is nothing more encouraging than tackling this battle with your girls.
I was talking with my friend and workout buddy last night about my reluctance to share my weight with the group. I wanted to control the spreadsheet because that way I wouldn't have to tell them. I ended up sharing but I hated it. I realized the reason is because I have failed myself and I've failed those I care about (including these girls). I conquered this mountain once and I was embarrassed that I was having to do it again. I gained 80 pounds in a year-ish. Who does that? Especially someone who runs half marathons and works out. The answer: a person who actually struggled through half marathons and ate whatever the hell she wanted. My diet choices had flown out the window. I didn't want to cook or take care of any of those mundane details anymore. I wanted life to be easy. And sadly, the bad choices are usually much easier. In addition, my job had gotten super stressful and I was barely treading water. The stress from that hectic study was alleviated so I am starting to feel more like my old self again. I can do this and I need to do this.
My starting weight was 278.8 pounds. Yikes. It actually feels good to put it out there.
The first week went really well for me. I planned out meals through March (long reason for this). I tracked my food. I cooked. I measured. I exercised and tried to reach my step goal. I even drank water (not nearly what I should but some is better than nothing).
I lost 9.4 pounds!
That is a pretty good start to this challenge. Here's to Week 2.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Meal Planning for Week January 1, 2014 and January 5, 2014
January 1 - I planned meals to start on Wednesday.
Here is the menu for this week:
Here is the menu for this week:
Wednesday: Chili
Thursday: Fish
Friday: LO
Saturday: Tortilla Soup
January 5
January 5
Here is the menu for this week:
Monday: LO
Tuesday: Chicken & Rice in Crockpot
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Friday: LO
Saturday: Taco Soup
I need to ease into this eating and cooking thing. We haven't planned meals and our house since um, well I can't remember! I think the first success was sitting down and planning out three months of meals!
I need to ease into this eating and cooking thing. We haven't planned meals and our house since um, well I can't remember! I think the first success was sitting down and planning out three months of meals!
2014 Here we go....
Welcome to 2014! That seems weird not sure why...but I digress. Today marks the start of our group weight loss challenge! I have some great and amazing girlfriends that need encouragement from all who read this entry! Feel free to comment here or on whichever social media outlet got you here!
Today was weigh-in day. We probably all had to force ourselves on and off the scale. I know I made myself re-do it about 10 times. I was shocked at how much weight I had gained. Wow!
The good news is that all changes now. We have all lapsed and we have all had weight loss success. As a group we can't help but succeed!
Personally, I did my first workout to motivate me. I ran 4.33 miles (pacing). It was rough with an ankle that is cranky but I did it!
I can't wait to see what the next 12 weeks bring!
Girls, let's kill some fat cells!!!
Today was weigh-in day. We probably all had to force ourselves on and off the scale. I know I made myself re-do it about 10 times. I was shocked at how much weight I had gained. Wow!
The good news is that all changes now. We have all lapsed and we have all had weight loss success. As a group we can't help but succeed!
Personally, I did my first workout to motivate me. I ran 4.33 miles (pacing). It was rough with an ankle that is cranky but I did it!
I can't wait to see what the next 12 weeks bring!
Girls, let's kill some fat cells!!!
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Scavenger Hunt for Runners aka #RunChatHunt
What could be better than a scavenger hunt during the holiday season? Running while doing it! I got to run some amazing runs and check off some fun hunt items at the same time!
1. Body of Water. I took this picture during a run in Forest Park. It was a beautiful evening and it had warmed up a bit. The snow was still around and one of the lakes was partially frozen. It had little duckie prints all over it!
2. Snowman. It had snowed all night. I didn't want to risk driving to a Santa Dash so I took my pups out for a little run/walk. We came across this snowman in the snow! It was fun to be out on the road without anyone around!
3. Mile Marker. The day after our snow, the sun came out and I was itching to run. I headed out to the local train -- Grant's Trail -- and had it all to myself. Took this along the way!
4. Animals on a Farm. The same run along Grant's Trail allows me to run past the majestic Budweiser Clydesdales on a regular basis. The hitch horses were out in their pen and all bundled up in red blankets!!
5. Porta Potty. Blessed to always have this porta potty available along the trail. Although, I haven't needed it!!
6. Santa. One of the local running stores, Big River Running, sponsors a run along some of St. Louis's famous holiday light displays. A group of us went for a fun run to look at lights!
7. Inflatable decoration. Hippie Santa!
8. Picture with Runners I don't know. These are girls I've chatted with in a FB group but have never meet until this night!!
I wasn't able to find a train crossing or a local coffee shop but I am still pretty excited about my finds!! I figure 8/10 isn't so bad!! I can't wait for the next scavenger hunt!!
Merry Christmas!
1. Body of Water. I took this picture during a run in Forest Park. It was a beautiful evening and it had warmed up a bit. The snow was still around and one of the lakes was partially frozen. It had little duckie prints all over it! 
2. Snowman. It had snowed all night. I didn't want to risk driving to a Santa Dash so I took my pups out for a little run/walk. We came across this snowman in the snow! It was fun to be out on the road without anyone around!
3. Mile Marker. The day after our snow, the sun came out and I was itching to run. I headed out to the local train -- Grant's Trail -- and had it all to myself. Took this along the way!
4. Animals on a Farm. The same run along Grant's Trail allows me to run past the majestic Budweiser Clydesdales on a regular basis. The hitch horses were out in their pen and all bundled up in red blankets!! 
5. Porta Potty. Blessed to always have this porta potty available along the trail. Although, I haven't needed it!! 6. Santa. One of the local running stores, Big River Running, sponsors a run along some of St. Louis's famous holiday light displays. A group of us went for a fun run to look at lights!
I wasn't able to find a train crossing or a local coffee shop but I am still pretty excited about my finds!! I figure 8/10 isn't so bad!! I can't wait for the next scavenger hunt!!
Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Stronger Than Gold's Gym Corporate Challenge
I fell off the blog wagon. I am vowing to rectify this habit! Thanks to some of my friends, I will be back on the wagon at least for a few months. Hopefully, the habit continues.
We are starting our own weight loss challenge for 2014! The Stronger Than Gold's Gym Corporate Challenge will begin on January 1st and continue for 12 weeks!
We are super excited about changing our lives! I will be posting weekly updates with our progress.
The fun begins soon.....
We are starting our own weight loss challenge for 2014! The Stronger Than Gold's Gym Corporate Challenge will begin on January 1st and continue for 12 weeks!
We are super excited about changing our lives! I will be posting weekly updates with our progress.
The fun begins soon.....
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