Yesterday evening was rough. I felt "off" I can't provide a better explanation than that. On the drive home from J's house I figured it out. I was hungry. I wanted to stuff my face full of carbs. I think this is really what I need to ween myself from my carb/bread addiction. And lately, it feels like an addiction. The other problem I have and I struggle with is portion control. SparkPeople is great with making me aware of how big my portions are.
Dinner last night wasn't the best choice but I had 2 personall success. I didn't have cake for at work for a birthday thing and it was from Mozzicatos. (amazing Italian bakery) To abstain from Mozzicatos is amazing. Their stuff is delicious but I was good. Then I helped J's nephew and sis in law make "Mud" (graham cracker crust, chocolate pudding, gummy worms) I didn't have any. Again, success and trying to break my sugar addiction.
That's it for now. Goal tonight: Gym and kick my own ass!
For South Beach they want you to have Fat Free Half and Half and There are additives that make it fat free. I think it's better to just have less and have organic or even regular half and half and avoid the additives But what the hell do I know.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
My mortal enemey... the scale!
The scale has not been my friend lately. For various reasons I have been slacking on fitness and eating right. This week is about getting back on track. Not quite Phase 1 of South Beach has started. (not phase 1 because I am eating yogurt with fruit and some fresh fruit that is still left over). I am monitoring what I eat using SparkPeople. I don't count calories with south beach but it does help me to be more aware of portions etc. I am looking to see what the carb/protein/fat count is. Fat count is a bit too high but this is a transition week. So far I feel good. Tonight should be interesting as I am going to J's house. Not sure what we will do about dinner but I should be able to find something reasonable. He has actually been really supportive.
Back to my enemy. The scale! I got on there Monday. I didn't like what I saw. Now I know it's really not a good idea to get on the scale more than once a week but I got on again this morning. Down 2 lbs! Now, I know this is 1) water weight 2) could be due to normal weight fluctuations. (hello post weekend/gorging weight) However it felt good to see a change quickly. It's motivating to keep going and not stray.I think there is a fine line between obsessive about what the scale says and using it for motivation. Up 1 lb shouldn't destroy my week but should be a sign to watch what I eat and try a little hard at the gym. Down 1 lb isn't a sign to binge something because.. "I deserve it" or "I've had a rough day"
Hit the gym last night. I have been struggling with being consistent. That was my new years resolution and here it is the end of March and I am still struggling. I did use SparkPeople to also track my work out. The calorie burn count seems to high but as long as I get 30 min of cardio that will help. Definitely felt some aches on the treadmill. For some reason the first workout after being absent from gym for while is rough so I take it easy. Tomorrow I will try to push myself a bit harder.
Does anyone know how accurate the calorie burn for treadmills/ellipticals are when you enter your weight/age?
I have a Living Social Coupon for La Boca that is about to expire so J and I will be going this weekend. There is a menu on line so I can plan ahead. I like when that happens and I usually stick to my plan for that meal.
Ok, that's it for now. I need to make sure I post here because, it keeps me honest.
Back to my enemy. The scale! I got on there Monday. I didn't like what I saw. Now I know it's really not a good idea to get on the scale more than once a week but I got on again this morning. Down 2 lbs! Now, I know this is 1) water weight 2) could be due to normal weight fluctuations. (hello post weekend/gorging weight) However it felt good to see a change quickly. It's motivating to keep going and not stray.I think there is a fine line between obsessive about what the scale says and using it for motivation. Up 1 lb shouldn't destroy my week but should be a sign to watch what I eat and try a little hard at the gym. Down 1 lb isn't a sign to binge something because.. "I deserve it" or "I've had a rough day"
Hit the gym last night. I have been struggling with being consistent. That was my new years resolution and here it is the end of March and I am still struggling. I did use SparkPeople to also track my work out. The calorie burn count seems to high but as long as I get 30 min of cardio that will help. Definitely felt some aches on the treadmill. For some reason the first workout after being absent from gym for while is rough so I take it easy. Tomorrow I will try to push myself a bit harder.
Does anyone know how accurate the calorie burn for treadmills/ellipticals are when you enter your weight/age?
I have a Living Social Coupon for La Boca that is about to expire so J and I will be going this weekend. There is a menu on line so I can plan ahead. I like when that happens and I usually stick to my plan for that meal.
Ok, that's it for now. I need to make sure I post here because, it keeps me honest.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Hoop de Hoop
Went to hoop class yesterday. Worked on some tricks. Struggled on some. Did them as soon as I got home and I got it. Per Jess, I was focusing too hard on it. But I did switch to another trick and worked on that. I did stay active so I got my cardio work out. She is bringing hoops to Shag Frenzy so I will have to hoop some.
After class I headed to the gym. I really need to run and get ready for 5k. Let me tell you, I am so not ready for this 5k. I was finally able to get on a tread mill and it was rough. Finally when I changed to run for 60 sec and walk for 60 sec it got better and put on my 5k mix, it was better. After the treadmill I spent some time on weight machines and then did the Adaptive Motion Trainer . Everytime I use the AMT I do intervals. Everyone says intervals are the way to go. I do feel stronger since I started doing that. But maybe it's all in my head :)
I had hoped to be in better shape by now. I will do the 5k on sunday no matter what. I paid my money. J even said he would come and cheer me on. Besotted is an understatement :)
I have been working to break my addiction to Splenda. Have started to use Liquid Stevia in my coffee in the morning. It is a different tastes and for me it's better than the packets of Stevia. With J in the picture I am not eating as healthy as I was and of course I got on the scale the other day and was not happy. In no way is this his fault. It's the new relationship thing. I would rather spend time with him then at gym. We go out to eat. I cook a bigger meal with sides. (usually my sides are steamed veggies, boring but low cal) And yes I am trying to impress with him how I am an amazing cook unless pork chops are involved. (totally over cooked them)
I need to make a point to write here more. Even though I don't track what I eat, just writing here holds me accountable. Especially when I put into print that either did or did not work out. Sunday, After J leaves, Monday, and Tuesday and Thursday seem to be gym/work out days. The others I spend with J. Feels like a long distance relationship sometimes but It's hard living almost an hour apart and stupid work schedules. (he is out of his house by 6 am lately) so we do what we can to spend time together.
After class I headed to the gym. I really need to run and get ready for 5k. Let me tell you, I am so not ready for this 5k. I was finally able to get on a tread mill and it was rough. Finally when I changed to run for 60 sec and walk for 60 sec it got better and put on my 5k mix, it was better. After the treadmill I spent some time on weight machines and then did the Adaptive Motion Trainer . Everytime I use the AMT I do intervals. Everyone says intervals are the way to go. I do feel stronger since I started doing that. But maybe it's all in my head :)
I had hoped to be in better shape by now. I will do the 5k on sunday no matter what. I paid my money. J even said he would come and cheer me on. Besotted is an understatement :)
I have been working to break my addiction to Splenda. Have started to use Liquid Stevia in my coffee in the morning. It is a different tastes and for me it's better than the packets of Stevia. With J in the picture I am not eating as healthy as I was and of course I got on the scale the other day and was not happy. In no way is this his fault. It's the new relationship thing. I would rather spend time with him then at gym. We go out to eat. I cook a bigger meal with sides. (usually my sides are steamed veggies, boring but low cal) And yes I am trying to impress with him how I am an amazing cook unless pork chops are involved. (totally over cooked them)
I need to make a point to write here more. Even though I don't track what I eat, just writing here holds me accountable. Especially when I put into print that either did or did not work out. Sunday, After J leaves, Monday, and Tuesday and Thursday seem to be gym/work out days. The others I spend with J. Feels like a long distance relationship sometimes but It's hard living almost an hour apart and stupid work schedules. (he is out of his house by 6 am lately) so we do what we can to spend time together.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
5k in less than a week
I have been so bad lately. Starting with falling down the stairs and burising my tailbone.
To make matters worse I signed up for the O'Hartford 5K in just over a week. I went back to the gym Monday. But it was a fairly light work out because my butt was hurting. I figure I will run as much as I can and walk the rest. Just like I did for the Red Dress Run in July
To make matters worse I signed up for the O'Hartford 5K in just over a week. I went back to the gym Monday. But it was a fairly light work out because my butt was hurting. I figure I will run as much as I can and walk the rest. Just like I did for the Red Dress Run in July
The sad thing is I am in better shape now but I just haven't been running as much. Hopeuflly I can at least match my time. I will be doing the Red Dress Run again so I can beat my time.
Other than that life is good. Got a receent promotion. In the training transition. Which is not fun but I know I just have to be patient to start the next training. I think I will enjoy and be challenged by the new position.
On the guy front, things are good. Enjoying my time with J. Not sure if he will see this but I know he found this blog.
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