The weather today is fabulous! Was fabulous I guess since it's dark out now and the day is pretty much done. I played hooky from work... and really enjoyed it. The past month at work has been a bit stressful for me, I've made a few decisions about which position to take, who to work with, and then things really hit the fan yesterday, with blame falling on me for someone else's mistakes. So I stayed home. I went out and bought some more almond flour, and some psyllium to make some wraps with. I also got some new running shoes that I hope work out for me. And then I took the dog for a nice walk. He pulled a lot but he was rather excited to get out, and it must have done him some good as he's now sleeping belly up on the couch snoring... Which is what I am tempted to be doing too. I also read a book!
My kid was pretty fun this evening too, he's so adorable I can barely stand it lol. And we ate a horrible dinner of junk food, that we both enjoyed. Then I did my workout after he went to bed. And voila! Day is done. I am glad the weather is finally nice, it looks like it's going to cool off a bit again but then be nice by Sunday. My dog will be happy to get out, I think my son will as well. I might have found room in the garage for the stroller, but I don't think I'll be able to get it in and out with the car in there too, but we'll see how it goes. At least it will be out of the hallway!
Any way. Things are going well still, P3 is fabulous lol, though I think with all my cheats I'm a little more P4, but stable nonetheless. I like that. It still amazes me that this plan works, and I can't wait to get to it again. I am determined to be healthy before summer! Whether I will have to do another round after that is still debatable, but I am up for anything.
Showing posts with label powerfit. Show all posts
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Monday, March 5, 2012
Coffee Cake
Did another workout, and it was good, covers everything in 20 minutes. Not the best I'm sure but it's enough and feel effective to me. Especially since I haven't worked out in quite awhile, and am just getting back to it. I'll up the time and effort when I can, and when I have time, but for now, well 20 minutes works!
I ate way too much of the coffee cake last night and yesterday, it was great, so yummy!! I will make that again for sure. I still have a few pieces left, though not much. I took some to work today and gave it away to friends. They all enjoyed it as well. I will be trying a few more things for sure, there is a low carb cheesecake as well.
I am enjoying the way this P3 eating feels, and what it does for my body. I am stable mable, and like the fact I can eat basically whatever I want, in moderation. I can find substitutions for many things. I do miss chips, but will try them again when I reach P4 in another couple weeks. In moderation of course. I am not willing to eat rutabaga chips. Ever. There are other things I will eat officially at that time, but for now, I will enjoy being this weight and eating what I do. I don't miss somethings, like bread, or most fruit. I do miss my coffee mate, cream is great, but coffee mate is better :-)
I made rice for my son to go with dinner, and he loved it... what a mess... but I wasn't even tempted to eat any. I had pork chops with Brussels sprouts and mushrooms. It was very good, though the pork could have used a little more flavour. Marinating it would have been a good idea. I have a roast to do in the crock pot this week, with some mashed cauliflower. I need to get carrots for munchin before I make it, so probably won't be until Thursday. I'm debating taking Wednesday off, since the weather is supposed to be great compared to the rest of this week, sunny and above 0. I might even take the dog out for a walk. I could get a few chores done, get to bulk barn among other places, and possibly find a place for my new stroller in the garage. That's the only place I can think it'll fit, and that's going to be tight.
Any way. P3 is going well, and I'm finding my body is reacting well to this way of eating, I haven't had any real IBS issues, whether it's the reduced carbs themselves or gluten or what I don't know, and won't really until I get a bit further along in the process. But I can live like this for the most part, with occasional indulgences and a day or two after to recover. That is what surprises me, I eat badly for one day and two days later I'm back down to my LDW. Now if only round 2 will go better than round 1. I am better prepared, and know better what to load on, so I am hopeful it'll go great. I want it to. I'd like to lose 26 pounds, to get to my healthy weight, though I also know a third round would then be in order. So of course more would be better, and this is all assuming I don't lose anything on P4.
I found an app for my phone for the couch to 5k, which I can't wait to try out. I am looking forward to jogging again, especially with less pounds on me. When I was younger I enjoyed running, and I think I can again if it wasn't so hard on my knees and other parts. I know it will be hard to push the stroller, and fight the dog, but I think it'll work out ok. I am sure the dog will also enjoy the running, and work off some of his energy, good for everyone.
I ate way too much of the coffee cake last night and yesterday, it was great, so yummy!! I will make that again for sure. I still have a few pieces left, though not much. I took some to work today and gave it away to friends. They all enjoyed it as well. I will be trying a few more things for sure, there is a low carb cheesecake as well.
I am enjoying the way this P3 eating feels, and what it does for my body. I am stable mable, and like the fact I can eat basically whatever I want, in moderation. I can find substitutions for many things. I do miss chips, but will try them again when I reach P4 in another couple weeks. In moderation of course. I am not willing to eat rutabaga chips. Ever. There are other things I will eat officially at that time, but for now, I will enjoy being this weight and eating what I do. I don't miss somethings, like bread, or most fruit. I do miss my coffee mate, cream is great, but coffee mate is better :-)
I made rice for my son to go with dinner, and he loved it... what a mess... but I wasn't even tempted to eat any. I had pork chops with Brussels sprouts and mushrooms. It was very good, though the pork could have used a little more flavour. Marinating it would have been a good idea. I have a roast to do in the crock pot this week, with some mashed cauliflower. I need to get carrots for munchin before I make it, so probably won't be until Thursday. I'm debating taking Wednesday off, since the weather is supposed to be great compared to the rest of this week, sunny and above 0. I might even take the dog out for a walk. I could get a few chores done, get to bulk barn among other places, and possibly find a place for my new stroller in the garage. That's the only place I can think it'll fit, and that's going to be tight.
Any way. P3 is going well, and I'm finding my body is reacting well to this way of eating, I haven't had any real IBS issues, whether it's the reduced carbs themselves or gluten or what I don't know, and won't really until I get a bit further along in the process. But I can live like this for the most part, with occasional indulgences and a day or two after to recover. That is what surprises me, I eat badly for one day and two days later I'm back down to my LDW. Now if only round 2 will go better than round 1. I am better prepared, and know better what to load on, so I am hopeful it'll go great. I want it to. I'd like to lose 26 pounds, to get to my healthy weight, though I also know a third round would then be in order. So of course more would be better, and this is all assuming I don't lose anything on P4.
I found an app for my phone for the couch to 5k, which I can't wait to try out. I am looking forward to jogging again, especially with less pounds on me. When I was younger I enjoyed running, and I think I can again if it wasn't so hard on my knees and other parts. I know it will be hard to push the stroller, and fight the dog, but I think it'll work out ok. I am sure the dog will also enjoy the running, and work off some of his energy, good for everyone.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Enjoying P3
So far so good. I'm stable! I've been within a less than 2lb range every morning, even after my horrendous cheat at the bridal shower (I ate bread...) and am enjoying the expanded range of foods. I am trying to be good and no carb, it's funny that the bread didn't taste good to me, and I've not been missing the usual suspects like pasta, rice and potatoes. I am hoping this is a good sign.
I've been trying to eat a big breakfast, but not quite up to BAB territory. I just have a hard time eating that much protein for breakfast when I'm not that hungry. I am doing pretty well, big breakfast, salad lunch and protein/veggie dinner. Not much in the way of snacks unless I'm really hungry or, more likely, craving something. I haven't had chips in moths... which is bizarre because I am a chip-o-holic. But so far everything is going well.
I even did a workout last night, 20 minutes and it was easy but felt good to move. I'll try and keep that up, and may even start doing morning workouts if kiddo would just stay asleep a bit longer. 20 minutes, twice a day, should have me toning up. I'm not doing it to lose weight really, HCG is good for that thanks, but just to help reshape what I have left. I did PowerFit workout 1 for shoulders and legs. It moves along quickly which I like, since it helps me from being bored.
I was quite bad and ordered a couple new Leslies, longer ones that I can do 1, 2, 3 etc miles from and don't have to do the whole thing. I love Leslie for being simple to follow, and good for early morning when I don't want to think. The last time I lost weight I was doing Slim in 6 every morning on an empty stomach and then cardio in the evening, usually Leslie for what started as 1 mile and then was 3 and I was craving more. Funny how that was. I might get back there, but not until I've lost the weight I'm sure.
I also ordered the stroller combo I want, it is so awesome and I can't wait to get it, and put it together :-) I am sure we'll get a lot of use out of it, though I will also have to get a bike, probably in May or so (for Mother's Day). I should be lighter by then too so it'll be much easier to bike and run with fewer pounds on me. Even last night the exercise was easier because I am 20 pounds less than last time I did a workout. Easier to bend with less belly in the way...
I made Oopsie Rolls yesterday, don't think I cooked them quite long enough but they are tasty, added to the protein in my breakfast this morning. And some coconut flour brownies, which are a bit, well coconutty. I am hoping I can find something else to replace that, but we'll see. The oopsie rolls were actually pretty easy to make, and I was impressed that I did it. Course I have my new mixer and it really did all the work. I am looking forward to getting my mixer recipe book, and am tempted to look for a good low carb cook book for baking. But that will have to wait a few pay cheques I think. The brownies were also easy to do, but didn't turn out as chocolatey as I might have liked. I'm sure I can modify them, or maybe use a better cocoa? Not sure but I'll experiment a bit. Maybe I'll try almond flour next time... who knows! I'm taking one to work for the afternoon when cravings hit. I am taking a couple in to share too. Actually should take a few as I don't think they'll last long. Only a pair of oopsie rolls left... they will be eaten tomorrow :-) mmm.
I've been trying to eat a big breakfast, but not quite up to BAB territory. I just have a hard time eating that much protein for breakfast when I'm not that hungry. I am doing pretty well, big breakfast, salad lunch and protein/veggie dinner. Not much in the way of snacks unless I'm really hungry or, more likely, craving something. I haven't had chips in moths... which is bizarre because I am a chip-o-holic. But so far everything is going well.
I even did a workout last night, 20 minutes and it was easy but felt good to move. I'll try and keep that up, and may even start doing morning workouts if kiddo would just stay asleep a bit longer. 20 minutes, twice a day, should have me toning up. I'm not doing it to lose weight really, HCG is good for that thanks, but just to help reshape what I have left. I did PowerFit workout 1 for shoulders and legs. It moves along quickly which I like, since it helps me from being bored.
I was quite bad and ordered a couple new Leslies, longer ones that I can do 1, 2, 3 etc miles from and don't have to do the whole thing. I love Leslie for being simple to follow, and good for early morning when I don't want to think. The last time I lost weight I was doing Slim in 6 every morning on an empty stomach and then cardio in the evening, usually Leslie for what started as 1 mile and then was 3 and I was craving more. Funny how that was. I might get back there, but not until I've lost the weight I'm sure.
I also ordered the stroller combo I want, it is so awesome and I can't wait to get it, and put it together :-) I am sure we'll get a lot of use out of it, though I will also have to get a bike, probably in May or so (for Mother's Day). I should be lighter by then too so it'll be much easier to bike and run with fewer pounds on me. Even last night the exercise was easier because I am 20 pounds less than last time I did a workout. Easier to bend with less belly in the way...
I made Oopsie Rolls yesterday, don't think I cooked them quite long enough but they are tasty, added to the protein in my breakfast this morning. And some coconut flour brownies, which are a bit, well coconutty. I am hoping I can find something else to replace that, but we'll see. The oopsie rolls were actually pretty easy to make, and I was impressed that I did it. Course I have my new mixer and it really did all the work. I am looking forward to getting my mixer recipe book, and am tempted to look for a good low carb cook book for baking. But that will have to wait a few pay cheques I think. The brownies were also easy to do, but didn't turn out as chocolatey as I might have liked. I'm sure I can modify them, or maybe use a better cocoa? Not sure but I'll experiment a bit. Maybe I'll try almond flour next time... who knows! I'm taking one to work for the afternoon when cravings hit. I am taking a couple in to share too. Actually should take a few as I don't think they'll last long. Only a pair of oopsie rolls left... they will be eaten tomorrow :-) mmm.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
P3 intermission
I took my patch off Friday so I'm in P3 now, or tomorrow? Not sure but either way I've been maintaining so far. I just got to a point I didn't see the point in continuing, I was cheating and feeling sorry for myself too much. I am happier to be able to eat more, but will do a second round after Easter. I will also start my workouts tomorrow again. I'll be using PowerFit, all 3 versions, for 20 minutes 3 or 4 times a week, plus some Leslie walks and real walks weather permitting. I'll start the couch to 5 k again probably in April or so... depends how I do with the walking etc and when I start P2 again.
I'm hoping to maintain around 169, but we'll see how it goes. I was quite bad today, went to a bridal shower and ate way too much yummy bad for me food. Oh well... I'll do better the rest of the week. and get some healthy stuff at Costco and Bulk Barn this week. I got my tax refund and am getting an awesome jogging stroller/bike trailer combo, and bike in May lol. So I'll be able to take kiddo jogging & biking this summer. Looking forward to the option.
I'm going to try some coconut flour and almond flour to cook, I got a new mixer that is awesome and I look forward to using it! I hope to make some oopsie rolls, and a few other things as well. Starting tomorrow, since I don't think I'm going to work.
I'm tired, and the place is a disaster, and there is still a lot to do. I feel a bit guilty but work is suddenly sorting itself out a bit, so it's a good time to go. Right now, I'm very tired and thinking I might go to bed early... like really early. Like in a few minutes. Yawn.
I'm hoping to maintain around 169, but we'll see how it goes. I was quite bad today, went to a bridal shower and ate way too much yummy bad for me food. Oh well... I'll do better the rest of the week. and get some healthy stuff at Costco and Bulk Barn this week. I got my tax refund and am getting an awesome jogging stroller/bike trailer combo, and bike in May lol. So I'll be able to take kiddo jogging & biking this summer. Looking forward to the option.
I'm going to try some coconut flour and almond flour to cook, I got a new mixer that is awesome and I look forward to using it! I hope to make some oopsie rolls, and a few other things as well. Starting tomorrow, since I don't think I'm going to work.
I'm tired, and the place is a disaster, and there is still a lot to do. I feel a bit guilty but work is suddenly sorting itself out a bit, so it's a good time to go. Right now, I'm very tired and thinking I might go to bed early... like really early. Like in a few minutes. Yawn.
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