Breakfast:
English muffin w/ pb- 140 cals
1/2 banana (split with Lacey)- 60 cals
Midmorning snack:
Watermelon- 80 cals
Lunch:
Ham sandwich- 150 cals
Protein shake- 120 cals
Misc. bites of Lacey's crackers and such (bad Mom habit!)- maybe 150 cals??
Dinner:
Spring Creek Fiesta Salad- no calorie count on the menu but based on what was in it, I'm going to say 450 cals to be on the safe side (though it was probably a little less)
Hmmm... that only takes me to 1150 cals. Guess I get a little snack tonight! :) Burned 620 calories at the gym today. No diet dp today! And yes, I have managed to get through the entire week so far without cooking once! How pathetic is that?! It was just one of those weeks when our nights were crazy--Monday was Memorial Day, Tuesday we had a late workshop at the office and didn't get home until 8, Wednesday we went to the Temple as soon as Mike got home from work, and tonight, well, we had a coupon and Mike wanted Spring Creek. Next week, I resolve to COOK! All is well, though. Boredom sent me to the mall today where I ended up purchasing 2 skirts in size 6!!! That's such a fun size to buy and I certainly never thought I would. Fun, fun, fun.... and dangerous. Shopping shouldn't be so fun! I won't get carried away, though, cuz I do have a few more pounds to lose. Really enjoying these victories along the way! :)
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
May 27
Breakfast:
English muffin w/ natural peanut butter- 150 cals
Lunch:
Ham sandwich w/ lettuce, tomato, and avocado- 190 cals
Snacks:
Almonds- 150 cals
Fruit bar- 130 cals
Handful of Lacey's animal crackers- 80 cals
Dinner:
Chick-Fil-A chargrilled chicken sandwich w/ honey roasted bbq sauce- 320 cals
Late snack- bowl of raisin bran w/ skim milk- 230 cals (we went to the Temple and got home late... needed something to keep my stomach from nagging all night!)
Total: 1250 cals... busy day, need to eat a bit more tomorrow
Burned: 450 cals... cut today's workout a little short due to time. 1/2 hour of grueling cardio and some abs today
And I caved. It was one of those days that required a diet dp. I did say I would allow myself one a week so I'll still shoot for that...... wish me luck!
English muffin w/ natural peanut butter- 150 cals
Lunch:
Ham sandwich w/ lettuce, tomato, and avocado- 190 cals
Snacks:
Almonds- 150 cals
Fruit bar- 130 cals
Handful of Lacey's animal crackers- 80 cals
Dinner:
Chick-Fil-A chargrilled chicken sandwich w/ honey roasted bbq sauce- 320 cals
Late snack- bowl of raisin bran w/ skim milk- 230 cals (we went to the Temple and got home late... needed something to keep my stomach from nagging all night!)
Total: 1250 cals... busy day, need to eat a bit more tomorrow
Burned: 450 cals... cut today's workout a little short due to time. 1/2 hour of grueling cardio and some abs today
And I caved. It was one of those days that required a diet dp. I did say I would allow myself one a week so I'll still shoot for that...... wish me luck!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
May 26
Breakfast:
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Lunch:
Hot dog with 1/2 hamburger bun (because I haven't been to the store yet and there was nothing else to eat!)- 135 cals
Protein shake- 200 cals
Snacks:
almonds- 140 cals
Fiber One bar- 150 cals
8 oz. Jamba Juice- 140 cals
Dinner (we ate out AGAIN! Seriously, we do that way too much... Mike held a workshop at the office, though, so we didn't even get home until almost 8. Better work on that for the rest of the week though):
Boston Market 1/4 white chicken (minus skin and wing)- 170 cals
Green beans- 60 cals
New potatoes- 140 cals
And I couldn't resist the cornbread, though I should have- 180 cals... I'll just tell them to not even give it to me next time!
I was out a lot today, and I haven't gone shopping for the week yet, so I didn't eat enough fruits and veggies. Better work on that tomorrow!
Total: 1555
Burned: 780 (leg workout and 1/2 hour of cardio)
Wanted a diet dp today but I didn't give in. How ridiculous that this is such a challenge for me! Can we say addiction?!
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Lunch:
Hot dog with 1/2 hamburger bun (because I haven't been to the store yet and there was nothing else to eat!)- 135 cals
Protein shake- 200 cals
Snacks:
almonds- 140 cals
Fiber One bar- 150 cals
8 oz. Jamba Juice- 140 cals
Dinner (we ate out AGAIN! Seriously, we do that way too much... Mike held a workshop at the office, though, so we didn't even get home until almost 8. Better work on that for the rest of the week though):
Boston Market 1/4 white chicken (minus skin and wing)- 170 cals
Green beans- 60 cals
New potatoes- 140 cals
And I couldn't resist the cornbread, though I should have- 180 cals... I'll just tell them to not even give it to me next time!
I was out a lot today, and I haven't gone shopping for the week yet, so I didn't eat enough fruits and veggies. Better work on that tomorrow!
Total: 1555
Burned: 780 (leg workout and 1/2 hour of cardio)
Wanted a diet dp today but I didn't give in. How ridiculous that this is such a challenge for me! Can we say addiction?!
Monday, May 25, 2009
May 25 Happy Memorial Day!
Breakfast:
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Lunch:
Turkey dog- 45 cals
Bun- 120 cals
Snack:
A couple pieces of celery w/ natural peanut butter- 120 cals
Dinner:
1 small chicken salad croissant
Watermelon
Cucumber and tomato salad
A couple of bites of bbq pork
Sugar snapped peas
Split a cupcake with Lacey
Snacked on a few chips as well but not enough to feel guilty
--- Again, not sure of the calorie count for dinner as we had dinner with the Whelan fam' to celebrate Kierstin and RJ's bdays. Clearly, I need not worry about going over calories because I didn't eat much during the day (just cuz I was busy and didn't think about it) and dinner wasn't particularly unhealthy anyway. Kudos to Heather for giving healthy options this evening!
Workout: ran for 50 minutes and did 20 minutes of abs- burned 780 calories. Not a bad Memorial Day. Did NOT have a diet dp today, although I was wanting one by the end of the day. 10 points there!
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Lunch:
Turkey dog- 45 cals
Bun- 120 cals
Snack:
A couple pieces of celery w/ natural peanut butter- 120 cals
Dinner:
1 small chicken salad croissant
Watermelon
Cucumber and tomato salad
A couple of bites of bbq pork
Sugar snapped peas
Split a cupcake with Lacey
Snacked on a few chips as well but not enough to feel guilty
--- Again, not sure of the calorie count for dinner as we had dinner with the Whelan fam' to celebrate Kierstin and RJ's bdays. Clearly, I need not worry about going over calories because I didn't eat much during the day (just cuz I was busy and didn't think about it) and dinner wasn't particularly unhealthy anyway. Kudos to Heather for giving healthy options this evening!
Workout: ran for 50 minutes and did 20 minutes of abs- burned 780 calories. Not a bad Memorial Day. Did NOT have a diet dp today, although I was wanting one by the end of the day. 10 points there!
Sunday, May 24, 2009
May 24
Is it just me or is even the slightest deviation from healthy eating simply painful? I ate healthy most of the day, but this evening, Mike and I went to his parents house to celebrate his dad's birthday. The meal wasn't all that unhealthy-- cubed steak, a small amount of mashed potatoes, lots of broccoli, salad, and a roll. I'm not sure about the calorie count on any of that and that's ok. I did indulge in some cherrie pie and low fat, no sugar added ice cream (thanks to my father-in-law who was being health conscious when he retrieved said ice cream) and I think that may be the culprit of my now upset tummy. I think my gallbladder makes things that would otherwise be enjoyable slightly more on the painful side. That, or I am more intolerant of milk products than I would like to admit. Either way, ug. It's always tasty going down but next time, I've got to remember what happens as a result. It's my own fault, really, and certainly nothing that my sweet mother-in-law needs feel responsible or guilty for. The truth is that it probably won't keep me from enjoying the occasional dessert... but perhaps I should try forgoing the ice cream. Haha... yeah, like that'll happen! :)
Anyway, moving right along... no calorie count today. I'm sure I went over a bit and I'm not going to stress it. I think one day of not counting is fine, even necessary perhaps. Being that it is Sunday, I didn't work out so we'll just call it a day of rest all around. Gotta love those! :) As for the week ahead, I have a couple of things to improve upon. #1. Vitamins and supplements. I was great at taking them for a bit but not so great this past week. Gotta get back on that. #2... and I hesitate even to say this, but it's time... to give up.... give me a moment.............. Diet Dr. Pepper! (Nora, did I just hear you scoff over there??) This is my one true vice that I have allowed myself to hold onto, for sanity's sake. I've maintained my one-a-day rule for a bit now but I am going to attempt to eliminate such consumption altogether. Ok, maybe I'll have one a week. :) I realize that the caffiene isn't healthy and the artificial sweeteners are terrible, among other things. So this is my goal for the coming week. Wish me luck! As for everything else, I'll just keep to what I've been doing-- counting calories, great workouts, and a positive attitude...and maybe wave bye-bye to another pound or two!
Oh, and BRING ON THE POOL!!!
Anyway, moving right along... no calorie count today. I'm sure I went over a bit and I'm not going to stress it. I think one day of not counting is fine, even necessary perhaps. Being that it is Sunday, I didn't work out so we'll just call it a day of rest all around. Gotta love those! :) As for the week ahead, I have a couple of things to improve upon. #1. Vitamins and supplements. I was great at taking them for a bit but not so great this past week. Gotta get back on that. #2... and I hesitate even to say this, but it's time... to give up.... give me a moment.............. Diet Dr. Pepper! (Nora, did I just hear you scoff over there??) This is my one true vice that I have allowed myself to hold onto, for sanity's sake. I've maintained my one-a-day rule for a bit now but I am going to attempt to eliminate such consumption altogether. Ok, maybe I'll have one a week. :) I realize that the caffiene isn't healthy and the artificial sweeteners are terrible, among other things. So this is my goal for the coming week. Wish me luck! As for everything else, I'll just keep to what I've been doing-- counting calories, great workouts, and a positive attitude...and maybe wave bye-bye to another pound or two!
Oh, and BRING ON THE POOL!!!
Saturday, May 23, 2009
May 23... Go figure
Breakfast:
Scrambled egg whites with ketchup- 60 cals
1 pc. turkey bacon- 35 cals
Toasted english muffin with Smart Balance spread- 130 cals
Berries- 25 cals
Lunch:
Grilled turkey dog: 45 cals
Wheat bun: 120 cals
BBQ Baked Lays: 240 cals (muched a little too much on the chips, but they were good! :)
TREAT DAY:
Frozen yogurt with various toppings-- cals? Don't know, don't care. It was our treat for the week. It was Lacey's first trip for ice cream and she loved it!
Dinner:
The day ran away from us and the headache returned so it was back to a favorite stop: Taco Bell! 3 crunchy fresco tacos: 450 cals
The cinammon twists that I got for Lacey but ate myself when she didn't want them (oopsie!): 170 cals
Total for the day (not including treat): 1275... wait...really?! I thought for sure that I ate more than that but there ya go. I did lift weights today but forgot my watch so I'm not certain on the calorie loss there. Based on other weight workouts, I'll say it was at least 350 which means that even with the treat, I probably still didn't eat the total number of calories for the day.
Today marks the end of week 1 (since getting the tests done) and I have to say that I am quite thrilled already with how it's going. After feeling like I was working my rear end off without actually working it off for some time, it's so great to know exactly what I'm doing and why I'm doing it. I love having the heart rate monitor so I can make sure that I'm working out efficiently the entire time. The calorie counter on the monitor is fantastic and gives me the immediate satisfaction of knowing what I've accomplished. I spent several frustrating months not sure if I was doing enough, or doing too much, and now I can keep track of that through every work out to ensure that I'm right where I need to be. As it turns out, I was working out too hard. I felt that the faster I ran, the more weight I would lose. Not true. Once you go beyond a certain threshold, your body is burning only carbs and no fat. Plus, it has all kinds of other effects that aren't particularly ideal for weight loss. So now I can scale back a bit and get a much more efficient, though still grueling workout. And as much as I tried to avoid it, counting calories has actually been another great help. I wasn't eating poorly before, but again, it's just great knowing exactly how I'm doing. Blogging all of this is also helpful because I will be able to look back and see where I need to improve or what I need to just keep doing. So, all-in-all, I'm thrilled that I did the tests. I'm in a much more positive place than I was before and I'm already seeing results. Last week, my fluctuating weight had crept back up to 165 and today, I was 162. Maybe next week I'll break the 160 barrier! That would be so stinking fantastic!! Of course, even if it doesn't happen next week, it will the following and that will be no less fantastic.
Oh, and Mike also lost 2 pounds this week so apparently my greater focus has helped him as well... or he just feels the need to get in better shape to keep up with his hot wife! :) Hehe... just kidding!
Scrambled egg whites with ketchup- 60 cals
1 pc. turkey bacon- 35 cals
Toasted english muffin with Smart Balance spread- 130 cals
Berries- 25 cals
Lunch:
Grilled turkey dog: 45 cals
Wheat bun: 120 cals
BBQ Baked Lays: 240 cals (muched a little too much on the chips, but they were good! :)
TREAT DAY:
Frozen yogurt with various toppings-- cals? Don't know, don't care. It was our treat for the week. It was Lacey's first trip for ice cream and she loved it!
Dinner:
The day ran away from us and the headache returned so it was back to a favorite stop: Taco Bell! 3 crunchy fresco tacos: 450 cals
The cinammon twists that I got for Lacey but ate myself when she didn't want them (oopsie!): 170 cals
Total for the day (not including treat): 1275... wait...really?! I thought for sure that I ate more than that but there ya go. I did lift weights today but forgot my watch so I'm not certain on the calorie loss there. Based on other weight workouts, I'll say it was at least 350 which means that even with the treat, I probably still didn't eat the total number of calories for the day.
Today marks the end of week 1 (since getting the tests done) and I have to say that I am quite thrilled already with how it's going. After feeling like I was working my rear end off without actually working it off for some time, it's so great to know exactly what I'm doing and why I'm doing it. I love having the heart rate monitor so I can make sure that I'm working out efficiently the entire time. The calorie counter on the monitor is fantastic and gives me the immediate satisfaction of knowing what I've accomplished. I spent several frustrating months not sure if I was doing enough, or doing too much, and now I can keep track of that through every work out to ensure that I'm right where I need to be. As it turns out, I was working out too hard. I felt that the faster I ran, the more weight I would lose. Not true. Once you go beyond a certain threshold, your body is burning only carbs and no fat. Plus, it has all kinds of other effects that aren't particularly ideal for weight loss. So now I can scale back a bit and get a much more efficient, though still grueling workout. And as much as I tried to avoid it, counting calories has actually been another great help. I wasn't eating poorly before, but again, it's just great knowing exactly how I'm doing. Blogging all of this is also helpful because I will be able to look back and see where I need to improve or what I need to just keep doing. So, all-in-all, I'm thrilled that I did the tests. I'm in a much more positive place than I was before and I'm already seeing results. Last week, my fluctuating weight had crept back up to 165 and today, I was 162. Maybe next week I'll break the 160 barrier! That would be so stinking fantastic!! Of course, even if it doesn't happen next week, it will the following and that will be no less fantastic.
Oh, and Mike also lost 2 pounds this week so apparently my greater focus has helped him as well... or he just feels the need to get in better shape to keep up with his hot wife! :) Hehe... just kidding!
Friday, May 22, 2009
May 22
Breakfast:
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Midmorning snack:
Protein shake- 120 cals
Lunch:
PB & J sandwich- 135 cals
Fruit bar- 130 cals
Almonds- 170 cals
Afternoon snack:
3 Auntie Anne's pretzel sticks: 170 cals
Dinner:
Sushi night! Tempura Roll, Shrimp roll, and 1/2 spring roll-- ???? I tried looking up nutrition info on sushi, but it varies a lot from one place to another so there's no telling. It probably wasn't the lowest calorie meal out there, but it certainly wasn't the highest and we really enjoyed it. It was still less than the 860 calories that I burned at the gym so I think I'm ok. We love our sushi round here!
Isagenix shake- 240 cals
Midmorning snack:
Protein shake- 120 cals
Lunch:
PB & J sandwich- 135 cals
Fruit bar- 130 cals
Almonds- 170 cals
Afternoon snack:
3 Auntie Anne's pretzel sticks: 170 cals
Dinner:
Sushi night! Tempura Roll, Shrimp roll, and 1/2 spring roll-- ???? I tried looking up nutrition info on sushi, but it varies a lot from one place to another so there's no telling. It probably wasn't the lowest calorie meal out there, but it certainly wasn't the highest and we really enjoyed it. It was still less than the 860 calories that I burned at the gym so I think I'm ok. We love our sushi round here!
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