I LOVE to read blogs and there are so many fantastic ones to choose from these days...I wonder frequently how these exer-maniacs get and stay motivated. Maybe I got stiffed on that particular gene...? Or maybe I haven't stayed with it long enough to build the habit...dunno, I used to have it but I lost it somewhere...lost bad...same way as my mojo was injured, injured nad over the past few years (long story for another day)...but every time I think about injured - I can't help thinking of this...
Totally rando, I know but enjoy.
I have committed to do my cardio every day for the rest of the month. I basically get on, tell myself..."If it sucks after 15 minutes, quit"...then I get there and think "ok, that did suck but maybe I will just go to 30". When I get there I go - well, may as well do 45 so you can get to the happy message on the elliptical saying COOL DOWN"....well, lazy ass - you just did 45, why not suck it up and do 50 which is your goal. I pretty much have to do this 75% of the time. I totally bitch internally nonstop most times! I am NOT one of those who think exercise is great but I have clearly figured out that I cannot maintain my weight without this as a lifetime habit. Then I do it and I am happy I did and am always glad I can check that box and not feel guilty or mad at myself that I didnt. Good news is, I lost the weight I gained on my trip and took off another lb. Sweet.
I cooked my meals for the week last night - I typically try to do that I Sunday but I was in a jet lag fog from hell.
I try to keep homecooked, healthy meals at the ready so I can easily make good choices. Usually works since I usually wont go to the trouble to do something different!
I made:
Slow cooker beef broccoli (from EmilyBites.com) - this one was a new one for me. I had it for dinner since the hubs typically goes out with his buddies for dinner on Tuesdays. It was really good and I served it over soba noodles. The servings are a bit big for me...I couldnt finish it but it was delish....'specially with alittle lot of sriracha tossed in. Next time, I will load it up with fresh veggies. Oh, and I used fresh broccoli (4 cups) that I lightly steamed first.
Skinny Chicken Pesto Bake (from Skinnytaste.com) - this has kind of turned into a goto for me. Quick, easy and really tasty. If I am having carbs on that day, it is actually nice for put on a flatout for a sandwich with alittle lot of sriracha (notice a trend...?)
Crock Pot Picadillo (from Skinny Taste) - this has been in my rotation for a few weeks and it is so favorful and filling! I won't tell you what sauce I add in cause you have probably figured out I am obsessed with sriracha. We are bff's - or I am a stalker, one of the two.
If I get sick of eating my meals, I foodsave the hell out of 'em and they are packed into the freezer for when I dont have time to plan. Works great!
Today, I am planning to whip up some Homemade Chicken and Noodles (from Pioneer Woman) since it is cold and damp here...This soup is ahmazing and everyone loves it. I generally freeze half for when my son is home from college (Roll Tide!! - sorry, I digress). Anyways - it is fantastic. A bit of extra effort to make the broth but tots worth it.
Totally rando, I know but enjoy.
I have committed to do my cardio every day for the rest of the month. I basically get on, tell myself..."If it sucks after 15 minutes, quit"...then I get there and think "ok, that did suck but maybe I will just go to 30". When I get there I go - well, may as well do 45 so you can get to the happy message on the elliptical saying COOL DOWN"....well, lazy ass - you just did 45, why not suck it up and do 50 which is your goal. I pretty much have to do this 75% of the time. I totally bitch internally nonstop most times! I am NOT one of those who think exercise is great but I have clearly figured out that I cannot maintain my weight without this as a lifetime habit. Then I do it and I am happy I did and am always glad I can check that box and not feel guilty or mad at myself that I didnt. Good news is, I lost the weight I gained on my trip and took off another lb. Sweet.
I cooked my meals for the week last night - I typically try to do that I Sunday but I was in a jet lag fog from hell.
I try to keep homecooked, healthy meals at the ready so I can easily make good choices. Usually works since I usually wont go to the trouble to do something different!
I made:
Slow cooker beef broccoli (from EmilyBites.com) - this one was a new one for me. I had it for dinner since the hubs typically goes out with his buddies for dinner on Tuesdays. It was really good and I served it over soba noodles. The servings are a bit big for me...I couldnt finish it but it was delish....'specially with a
Skinny Chicken Pesto Bake (from Skinnytaste.com) - this has kind of turned into a goto for me. Quick, easy and really tasty. If I am having carbs on that day, it is actually nice for put on a flatout for a sandwich with a
Crock Pot Picadillo (from Skinny Taste) - this has been in my rotation for a few weeks and it is so favorful and filling! I won't tell you what sauce I add in cause you have probably figured out I am obsessed with sriracha. We are bff's - or I am a stalker, one of the two.
If I get sick of eating my meals, I foodsave the hell out of 'em and they are packed into the freezer for when I dont have time to plan. Works great!
Today, I am planning to whip up some Homemade Chicken and Noodles (from Pioneer Woman) since it is cold and damp here...This soup is ahmazing and everyone loves it. I generally freeze half for when my son is home from college (Roll Tide!! - sorry, I digress). Anyways - it is fantastic. A bit of extra effort to make the broth but tots worth it.
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