So far? I love tracking via Daily Burn. I really like being conscious, not just of what I'm eating, but of protein, fat, etc. I didn't know how much fat I was eating before, and lemme tell ya...it probably wasn't pretty. Something else I like is the widget on the bottom that tells me "at this rate, you'll lose Xlbs per day and then X pounds per month. I'm intrigued to see how close it is Monday morning. Pending the weekend of course. I'm going to try really hard to track everything, exercise tomorrow morning (the only time I'll have!), and stay out of the junk cupboard.
Home does not equal holidays. I do not need to eat like it's Christmas dinner. Fruit tastes good. I enjoy salads. Sunday we will be on the road most of the day and not in the kitchen. Good choices, good choices, good choices.
Have a great weekend!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Experiment
Last week I upped my activity levels by quite a bit. I tried to eat a bit more to compensate, but I'm struggling with the 10k training vs. weight loss. I know I need to fuel my runs, but it seems to defeat the purpose of trying to lose weight!
I'm doing an experiment this week. Last week I lost .2 pounds, and I was disappointed. But, it's also that special time of the month where I get to feel like I'm carrying 5 pounds of bloat in my stomach.
Back to the experiment. Instead of tracking through Weight Watchers, I'm going to use Daily Burn to track everything, including exercise. The site is free to use (there is a paid upgrade available that I will not be using). It keeps track of calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrates and tells you how much of each you should be getting daily. I'm pretty sure part of my problem last week was not enough protein, and I have no idea how much of everything else I should be eating. I'll see how this week goes. I like that I know how many grams of protein I will be getting by tracking in the same way as I was before (I do WW online). Another plus -- it has a boatload of food to search through. Brand names of things, including Safeway/Eating Right!
I'm hoping to keep track of how I feel during the day. One thing I've noticed already (today is day one by the way) is I'm eating way more calories. The real test will be breakfast. I'm planning 1C Kashi Go Lean, 1/2C blueberries, and 2 Silhouette pineapple (when the eff did yogurt go up to $9 by the way??) Lunch will be about the same, as will snacks and supper. Usually I'm really hungry by lunch, but I don't usually eat that much in the morning.
Like I said, I'll see.
Make this asap.
Smoothie
1C Frozen fruit (I used Europe's Best Antioxidant Blend because it has cherries!!)
1/2 small frozen banana (when my bananas are starting to brown I cut them up and put them in the tupperware dish in the freezer to use in smoothies)
1 Scoop Whey Gourmet Vanilla Ice Cream protein powder
1C skim milk
It was fantastic. I've never made a smoothie I really like before, but I think I've got it. I think I would leave out the banana next time. It's very subtle, but doesn't mesh very well with the vanilla flavor from the protein powder.
In other news, I finally found the courage to change the things I can. I don't want to elaborate yet, but there might be changes on the horizon.
I'm doing an experiment this week. Last week I lost .2 pounds, and I was disappointed. But, it's also that special time of the month where I get to feel like I'm carrying 5 pounds of bloat in my stomach.
Back to the experiment. Instead of tracking through Weight Watchers, I'm going to use Daily Burn to track everything, including exercise. The site is free to use (there is a paid upgrade available that I will not be using). It keeps track of calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrates and tells you how much of each you should be getting daily. I'm pretty sure part of my problem last week was not enough protein, and I have no idea how much of everything else I should be eating. I'll see how this week goes. I like that I know how many grams of protein I will be getting by tracking in the same way as I was before (I do WW online). Another plus -- it has a boatload of food to search through. Brand names of things, including Safeway/Eating Right!
I'm hoping to keep track of how I feel during the day. One thing I've noticed already (today is day one by the way) is I'm eating way more calories. The real test will be breakfast. I'm planning 1C Kashi Go Lean, 1/2C blueberries, and 2 Silhouette pineapple (when the eff did yogurt go up to $9 by the way??) Lunch will be about the same, as will snacks and supper. Usually I'm really hungry by lunch, but I don't usually eat that much in the morning.
Like I said, I'll see.
Make this asap.
Smoothie
1C Frozen fruit (I used Europe's Best Antioxidant Blend because it has cherries!!)
1/2 small frozen banana (when my bananas are starting to brown I cut them up and put them in the tupperware dish in the freezer to use in smoothies)
1 Scoop Whey Gourmet Vanilla Ice Cream protein powder
1C skim milk
It was fantastic. I've never made a smoothie I really like before, but I think I've got it. I think I would leave out the banana next time. It's very subtle, but doesn't mesh very well with the vanilla flavor from the protein powder.
In other news, I finally found the courage to change the things I can. I don't want to elaborate yet, but there might be changes on the horizon.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Toe Truck
Instead of running outside the last couple of days, I've been hobbling around with a cut toe! Wed evening I came home from work and was setting up the 30 day shred in the upstairs living room. It takes forever to get to the actual workout, so I started the DVD and was heading into the kitchen to get water and weights (canned tomatoes!). I guess I was a little too excited. I was sprinting up the two steps and ended up kicking the metal plate and slicing my toe. It hurts ... a lot. And now my ankle hurts because I've been walking on the outer part of my foot. Murphy's Law (why is it always Murph's fault?)
I'm flyin' solo tonight because I don't want to spend another weekend at the rink, so I'm going to (move the baseboards) and bring out the bike. I think my darn foot should be able to handle that. And really, what's better than watching "Say Yes to the Dress" whilst biking?
Food's been spot on so far this week. I hear there's a party after tomorrow night's game, which should prove to be interesting. Hence why I wanted to get some exercise in!
Grocery shopping after work. I've decided I really like meal planning for weekends, whether D is around or not. Tonight I'm having amazing pizza (again) and I think that's what will happen tomorrow night too. D works tomorrow so will have to wolf something down before we hit the highway. Also up this week is chunky chicken chili, because it was such a hit last weekend! And Monday we get to go out for supper! D got us tickets to see Colin Raye so I said I'd get supper.
Happy sunny Friday!
I'm flyin' solo tonight because I don't want to spend another weekend at the rink, so I'm going to (move the baseboards) and bring out the bike. I think my darn foot should be able to handle that. And really, what's better than watching "Say Yes to the Dress" whilst biking?
Food's been spot on so far this week. I hear there's a party after tomorrow night's game, which should prove to be interesting. Hence why I wanted to get some exercise in!
Grocery shopping after work. I've decided I really like meal planning for weekends, whether D is around or not. Tonight I'm having amazing pizza (again) and I think that's what will happen tomorrow night too. D works tomorrow so will have to wolf something down before we hit the highway. Also up this week is chunky chicken chili, because it was such a hit last weekend! And Monday we get to go out for supper! D got us tickets to see Colin Raye so I said I'd get supper.
Happy sunny Friday!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Lovin' the 'zza
I'm a big fan of pizza. I love it sans meat, with pineapple, mushrooms, and, if I'm in the mood, black olives or green pepper. Yes, this makes sharing pizza a nightmare. What I don't love about pizza is the nutritional info. (Also onions.)
I was cruisin the aisles of the Co-op last Thursday and at the end of the frozen foods section was a sign that said "NEW". It was McCain's thin crust Roasted Mushroom and Garlic pizza. Drool. Give me garlic on a cardboard box and I'd probably eat it. I avoided eye contact with the price tag and threw it in the cart before rushing off to find milk for Roger D.
Last night I made the pizza. It's freaking awesome! Half the pizza is 8 points. Don't mind if I do!
In exercise news, I've been doing the Couch to 5K, to build up my running ability to train for a 10K in May. Each week the ratio of jogging:walking changes, obviously adding longer periods of jogging and shorter periods of walking.
Last May I did a 5K fun run with a friend. It took me about 45 mins (still a smoker at this point). Yesterday I did 5K in 37:23! I pretty much hate running because it's hard, and I don't like things I'm not good at. What I do like is seeing myself improve. Last week jogging for three minutes at a time was tough and then I got to walk for 3 minutes. Last night I jogged for 5 minutes, and only walked for 2.5 after. It's awesome to see my pace come down and know that I'm still a beginner.
I am weary of one thing. All of my training so far has been done on the treadmill. I'm worried that when I get outside it will change drastically. Starting tomorrow until Tuesday it's supposed to be 0 and above, so the plan is to take to the streets. (I like being outside better because my Garmin > the treadmill calorie counter.) Plus, we have 15 - 12' baseboards in the middle of the living room with no place for a treadmill. But don't get me started on that.
I was cruisin the aisles of the Co-op last Thursday and at the end of the frozen foods section was a sign that said "NEW". It was McCain's thin crust Roasted Mushroom and Garlic pizza. Drool. Give me garlic on a cardboard box and I'd probably eat it. I avoided eye contact with the price tag and threw it in the cart before rushing off to find milk for Roger D.
Last night I made the pizza. It's freaking awesome! Half the pizza is 8 points. Don't mind if I do!
In exercise news, I've been doing the Couch to 5K, to build up my running ability to train for a 10K in May. Each week the ratio of jogging:walking changes, obviously adding longer periods of jogging and shorter periods of walking.
Last May I did a 5K fun run with a friend. It took me about 45 mins (still a smoker at this point). Yesterday I did 5K in 37:23! I pretty much hate running because it's hard, and I don't like things I'm not good at. What I do like is seeing myself improve. Last week jogging for three minutes at a time was tough and then I got to walk for 3 minutes. Last night I jogged for 5 minutes, and only walked for 2.5 after. It's awesome to see my pace come down and know that I'm still a beginner.
I am weary of one thing. All of my training so far has been done on the treadmill. I'm worried that when I get outside it will change drastically. Starting tomorrow until Tuesday it's supposed to be 0 and above, so the plan is to take to the streets. (I like being outside better because my Garmin > the treadmill calorie counter.) Plus, we have 15 - 12' baseboards in the middle of the living room with no place for a treadmill. But don't get me started on that.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Overwhelmed
I feel like I'm being pulled in a dozen different directions these days.
Between trying to decide what to do about my job, renovating the house for a potential move, planning the wedding, exercising, and planning/cooking/eating healthy meals, I feel like I can't breathe sometimes.
It seems like everything is based on something else. I can't really decide on what to do about my job until we know what we're doing. (AKA I can't find a new job until I know when/where we're moving). I can't exercise easily when there are baseboards lying in the middle of the living room (running outside is not an option right now). We can't put baseboards up until we paint them. We can only paint so many at a time.....
I had a terrible eating weekend. Supper Saturday night was chicken fingers and fries, straight out of the rink's deep fryer. Yesterday I ate a bunch of Chinese food and dill pickle chips. This morning I was up 2 pounds. Saw that coming. Couldn't do anything about it.
I need to really figure out what I want, in many different aspects of my vida. I know I'm unhappy with how I look and how my clothes fit. I know I feel better when I rid myself of chaos, and yet I just keep making more for myself.
Looks like someone has a case of the Mondays...
Pennie Lane
Between trying to decide what to do about my job, renovating the house for a potential move, planning the wedding, exercising, and planning/cooking/eating healthy meals, I feel like I can't breathe sometimes.
It seems like everything is based on something else. I can't really decide on what to do about my job until we know what we're doing. (AKA I can't find a new job until I know when/where we're moving). I can't exercise easily when there are baseboards lying in the middle of the living room (running outside is not an option right now). We can't put baseboards up until we paint them. We can only paint so many at a time.....
I had a terrible eating weekend. Supper Saturday night was chicken fingers and fries, straight out of the rink's deep fryer. Yesterday I ate a bunch of Chinese food and dill pickle chips. This morning I was up 2 pounds. Saw that coming. Couldn't do anything about it.
I need to really figure out what I want, in many different aspects of my vida. I know I'm unhappy with how I look and how my clothes fit. I know I feel better when I rid myself of chaos, and yet I just keep making more for myself.
Looks like someone has a case of the Mondays...
Pennie Lane
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Chicken Tortilla Bake
Things are good over here. Food is good. Exercise is good. Haven't felt like blogging (work has been a little stressful...on days like that blogging feels like a chore).
I had a FANTASTIC Saturday. Met my bridesmaids in the big city ; ) to look for dresses and it was the most ridiculously easy shopping trip ever. It only took an hour so I even made it to the Running Room for new sneakers before heading home. (Heading home to each a bunch of crap. I think I miscalculated my activity points and didn't get enough food during the week. Regardless of this, I was down 3.3 pounds Monday morning!)
Sunday I woke up at eleven which is almost unheard of. Did 3 miles on the treadmill in my new sneaks! I love them! I can't wait until it warms up outside. I hate the treadmill, but am definately not going to brave the SK windchill.
Monday night I did another 3 miles on the treadmill. It was terrible. I didn't wait long enough after eating to run and I felt like puking the whole time. Lesson learned.
Last night I did the 30 day shred. It kicks my butt every time. I will do it faithfully twice, and then stop for months on end. I need to stop this! I've never made it to level two!
I'm taking the night off from exercise because...D is home! First night together since Saturday.
As for food this week, it's been kind of boring. I'm really enjoying jam and cheese sandwiches! Tonight's supper takes the cake.
EZ Chicken Tortilla Bake (adapted from a cookbook D got me for Christmas that doesn't really have a title)
can of condensed tomato soup
1/2C skim milk
1C salsa
2C cooked chicken (or 1.5C if that's all you can get off the damn bird)
1C cheese, divided
8 med. tortillas, cut into 1 inch pieces
Preheat oven to 400*. Mix together soup, milk, salsa, chicken, tortillas, and 1/2C of the cheese in a 2 quart baking dish. (1.5 is definately too small.) Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Top with remaining 1/2C cheese. Serves 4.
I had a FANTASTIC Saturday. Met my bridesmaids in the big city ; ) to look for dresses and it was the most ridiculously easy shopping trip ever. It only took an hour so I even made it to the Running Room for new sneakers before heading home. (Heading home to each a bunch of crap. I think I miscalculated my activity points and didn't get enough food during the week. Regardless of this, I was down 3.3 pounds Monday morning!)
Sunday I woke up at eleven which is almost unheard of. Did 3 miles on the treadmill in my new sneaks! I love them! I can't wait until it warms up outside. I hate the treadmill, but am definately not going to brave the SK windchill.
Monday night I did another 3 miles on the treadmill. It was terrible. I didn't wait long enough after eating to run and I felt like puking the whole time. Lesson learned.
Last night I did the 30 day shred. It kicks my butt every time. I will do it faithfully twice, and then stop for months on end. I need to stop this! I've never made it to level two!
I'm taking the night off from exercise because...D is home! First night together since Saturday.
As for food this week, it's been kind of boring. I'm really enjoying jam and cheese sandwiches! Tonight's supper takes the cake.
EZ Chicken Tortilla Bake (adapted from a cookbook D got me for Christmas that doesn't really have a title)
can of condensed tomato soup
1/2C skim milk
1C salsa
2C cooked chicken (or 1.5C if that's all you can get off the damn bird)
1C cheese, divided
8 med. tortillas, cut into 1 inch pieces
Preheat oven to 400*. Mix together soup, milk, salsa, chicken, tortillas, and 1/2C of the cheese in a 2 quart baking dish. (1.5 is definately too small.) Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Top with remaining 1/2C cheese. Serves 4.
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