Tuesday for Sheri

So, last night wasn't the best nights of sleep I've had.  I was tired when I got up, but I was proud of myself, I ran 5 miles in 47 minutes!  Not bad, I guess.

Breakfast:  cereal, orange:  265 calories

Snack: Carrots:  80 calories

Lunch: Soup, pear:  250 calories

Snack: Carrots and tea with half and half:  55 calories

Dinner:

Snack:

Monday-One of the Last of the year

The year has gone by so fast.  And it has been a lot of ups and downs with this weight thing, the running thing, getting back on track, and finding what I truly want.  I am ready for the new year...with all its hopes and possibilities.

So the weekend was good, and I plan on keeping that trend.  I told Jake to stay after me on the eating and exercise over the holidays.  No time to waste getting rid of extra pounds put on...besides, I'm going shopping after New Year's, so I am hoping to fit into some smaller sizes.

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with blackberries, veggie sausage:  250 calories

Lunch: Soup, Salad, Kiwi, carrots:  250 calories

Snack: Cucumber, almonds:  110

Dinner;A North African Chicken Stew, lima beans and carrots, bread:  450

Snack:Cereal, yogurt: 275 calories

Total:1335 calories

From Thursday to Sunday

Well, tomorrow I return to work. I am struggling these days with it, so I am putting on my game face. It's not the people or the place, I LOVE both, it's that this is not what I am meant to do. Alot of thought and talks took place over the weekend. Who knows....

Anyway, I didn't record everything I ate, but I stayed within my 1400 calorie limit each day.

I worked out too, and ran the Jingle Bell Run on Saturday morning...BBRRRR!!!! it was cold!

That's it until tomorrow morning!

Sheri

Last Day of the Week for Sheri

Last night Jake and I had an awesome talk....amazing what a relief getting some things off your mind can do!

This morning I did 4.9 miles.  I ran 4.1 and walked up hill the rest of the way.  It was a good and intense workout!!

Breakfast:  Cereal, 1/2 grapefruit: 265 calories

Snack:  String Cheese:  70 calories

Lunch: Tuna pita, side salad, orange:  230 calories

Snack:  Almonds:  80 calories, maybe tea with half and half.....

Dinner:

What Can You Do?

Well, last night I got to Greg's apartment and was completely disgusted. I can't wait until we get married and I don't have to clean two places. Ugh. He's completely helpless during this time of year. It's pathetic. I call him letting him know I'm going to work out before he gets home, well the office has gone keyless and he didn't have the new "key". So I couldn't get in. *sigh* Fine. So I get to his apartment, walk up the stairs and there sitting on the counter is my mom's potato soup that she made for Greg and I to eat. He had left it out all night and day. It had spoiled. I wanted to cry. I didn't get any. Not only had he left that out, he also had trash overflowing, pizza boxes stacked on the stove, and clothes piled on the dryer. Well what could I do, right? I cleaned. So I know it's an excuse that I didn't work out but in all honesty, there was no way I was going to run outside! haha So I was hopeful for tonight, but he told me this morning as he was leaving that we are going to a friend's house for dinner. Which means a late night for us, which means no work out. UGH! I'm going to lose weight. I am.

Breakfast: Oatmeal, 250 calories

Snack:

Lunch:

Snack:

Dinner:

It's Wednesday

Not much time today, but just a couple of notes!  You are doing great Amy, I have no doubt that by next fall you will get rid of the pounds you want to!!  So no stressing about weight, it just adds to all the other, you can do it!!

Sleeping is not going well, I seem to be in a permanent "on" mode.  I can't seem to turn off my mind or my body thinking it should be doing and doing and doing. Did my circuit training this morning.  Already seems to be getting easier!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with peaches, 2 slices of turkey bacon:  240 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, string cheese:  85 calories

Lunch: Veggie Bacon Sandwich, tomato bisque soup:  300 calories

Snack: Broccoli, almonds:  40 calories

Dinner:  Fish with tomato and kiwi sauce, sweet potato, bread:  405 calories

Snack:  Yogurt, apple, toast:  230 calories

Total: 1300 calories

Finally!

I finally worked out last night. As reluctant as I was to go, I still went and it felt great. I did, however, remember why I hate working out in my facility so much. Ugh. It was packed by the time I left. People just standing around trying to make you feel uncomfortable so you'll get off the treadmill and they can get on. Oh well! I was good for me. :) Hopefully I'll be able to work out tonight before Greg gets off of work. He makes me want to be lazy. haha

Breakfast: Oatmeal, 250 calories

Lunch: soup & crackers, 350

Dinner: Chicken Casserole & Mashed potatoes

Total: Under 1500 calories

Ick

I feel you, Sheri. I've been having a fat day for the past 7 months. UGH! I'm doing some emotional eating today. I'm starting to get stressed out. DANGIT! Oh well. I'm working out tonight. No excuses. I made that decision last night as I was laying on the couch saying to myself, I'll just go to Curves. Umm....yeah...when? When we get paid again. Well that's no excuse for me to just lay around. So, I'm getting off my lazy butt tonight and working out. There aren't many good tv shows on tonight anyway.

Breakfast: Oatmeal, 250 calories

Snack: Tea, 40 calories

Lunch: Soup, 120 calories

My emotional eating attack: Cookie & Rice Cakes, 240 calories

Dinner: Breakfast Burrito, ??

Total: Under 1500 calories

Are You Having a Fat Day

Jake asked me this question last night.  I was in a weird funk, and he was trying to figure me out.  I said, "That's every day, but I'm not really worried about it."  He asks why, so I explained.  Do I need to lose a few pounds?  Yes.  But it's not like it can happen overnight, so I just need to be consistent with my eating and exercise, and it will come off, week after week.  Also, when I look around me and see the real definition of fat out in the world, I highly doubt that people look at me and say, "WOW, she's chunky!"  So, am I where I want to be?  No.  Am I getting there?  Absolutely!  One day at a time!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with peaches, veggie sausage:  255 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, string cheese:  90 calories

Lunch: Tuna pita, tomato, orange:  250 calories

Snack:  Celery, almonds:  95 calories

Dinner: Soup, acorn squash, green beans, bread:  445 calories

Snack: oatmeal, yogurt:  265 calories

Total:  1400 calories

The Weekend Passed and Already Monday

So, I didn't record over the weekend, but I kept track and Friday, Saturday and Sunday, I kept at or under 1400 calories!  I am doing well, and it's amazing how GREAT I feel when I keep to my diet, no bloating from gallbladder, no attacks, no muscle soreness from sugar overload!

Yesterday I made a homemade soup!  It was GREAT!!!  Spiced Pear-Butternut Soup!  It was creamy and silky in texture!  

This morning was the weights again, I could do a few more reps than last week...but, it still kilss me! HA!

Glad to see you are back Amy and feeling better and getting married!!! HA!

Breakfast:  Cereal, kiwi:  235 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, Cheese:  90 calories

Lunch: Soup:  240 calories (lack of planning, as I went to the mall!)

Snack: Celery, Almonds:  95 calories

Dinner: Spiced Pear-Butternut Soup, peas, bread, squash:  505 calories

Snack:  Yogurt, toast, apple:  230 calories

Total Calories:  1395

Missing In Action

Well I've been MIA for awhile now. Been pretty busy, and I kept forgetting to post. I'm going to leave out calorie counts from now on because sometimes I just don't know how many calories are in some of the foods I eat. Over the weekend I had plenty of time to lay around and think and getting healthy has to be a priority for a number of reasons.

Reason #1: my doctor told me I need to stay and shape and eat healthy. cervical cancer is caused by lifestyle. i didn't know that. smoking is the biggest threat for cervical cancer (no worries there) but since i already had a red flag, i was instructed to stay healthy.

Reason #2: i finally got some info out of greg over the weekend and we'll be getting married next fall!!!!!!! yay!!!!!! i'm excited but now petrified. i have to start losing inches and toning asap.

So, i know that one of my gifts for christmas is a workout dvd set, and i'm going to join curves. i had great success with them before. i remember wanting to run after a month or two of working out there. i'm hoping that i'll have the same success as i did previously. now the real motivation comes in! skinny bride = happy bride!

Breakfast: granola bar & orange juice

Snack: Tea

Lunch: soup

Dinner: Pork Tenderloin & Mashed Potatoes

It's Finally Friday

So, last night I met my mom at Teavana, it was fun to see all the new teas, and I tried their Tarango Orange...HMMMMM!!  it was delicious!

This morning I did the killer circuit routine!! WOW, for as much work as I am doing, it BETTER give me some seriously toned muscles!!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with pomegranate seeds, kiwi:  240 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, almonds:  80 calories

Lunch: Soup, pear:  265 calories

Snack:  Celery, string cheese:  90 calories

Dinner:

Snack:

Quick Thursday

Not a lot of time, so here goes.  I got in 4.75 miles, 4 running, .75 miles walking uphill.

Breakfast:  oatmeal with pomegranate seeds, 1/2 grapefruit:  270 calories

Snack:  broccoli, almonds:  100 calories

Lunch:  Boca Burger, Small Salad, apple:  300 calories

Snack:  string cheese, celery:  90 calories

Dinner: Chik-fil-A chargrilled sandwich, fruit cup:  330 calories

Snack: Yogurt, apple, toast:  280 calories

Total: 1370 calories

Weight Wednesday

So today I did the circuit training my trainer gave me.  The routine is do it three times and in between each get on the treadmill for 3 minutes.  It only took me 35 minutes, but I am here to tell you, it just about killed me!  WOW!  I am hoping for some toning and upper body strength

I had time to make my breakfast and sit down and eat it.  It was a nice change from the rushing!

Breakfast:  Boiled egg, veggie sausage pattie, 1/2 grapefruit, piece of toast:  265 calories

Snack:  Cucumber, almonds:  75 calories

Lunch: Tuna Sandwich, small salad, apple:  360 calories

Snack:  Celery, string cheese:  90 calories

Dinner: Sweet potato and Black bean Chili, broccoli: 445 calories

Snack: Yogurt, apple:  165 calories

Total:  1400 calories

Thanksgiving is Over

And so is all the eating, I ate too much and things I shouldn't have....which means I spent part of the holidays being sick.  But, I had a session with my trainer and she gave me some excellent points.  

I should be targeting 1400 calories a day.  I should be eating meals no bigger than a salad plate and no seconds.  I need to start incorporating splenda made sweets, and target a lower carb diet so I don't crave sweets.  She gave me a HUGE list of lower sugar/lower carb foods.  She says we should leave any meal and be able to exercise without getting sick from being too full, but have enough food/fuel to get us through that exercise no problem.  

She also gave me a GREAT circuit routine!  So, now that I am focused and have my questions answered about some stuff, I am on my way.  I usually stick to healthy eating and exercise pretty well, but sometimes, every couple of years, I stray.  Well, I have strayed, put on some pounds, so now it's time to focus!  Here are some New Year Resolutions, they are early, but I am making a list!

1.  Focus on counting calories and portion sizes so that I know by the first of the year what it is without counting, I want it to become a habit, something I just do.

2.  No more gall bladder attacks from bad eating!

3.  Lose some weight!

4.  Really get focused on hard and intense exercise!

5.  Join a book club so that I have something to do in the evenings to draw me away from eating.

6.  Post on here daily, even when I don't do what I should.

There are more to come, but that is a start!

Breakfast:  Boiled egg, oatmeal with pomegranate:  270 calories

Snack:  Nuts, Cucumbers:  100 calories

Lunch:  Soup, pear:  260 calories

Snack:  Celery, string cheese:  90 calories

Dinner: Sweet potato and black bean chili, broccoli:  410 calories

Snack:  Yogurt, orange:  225 calories

Total:  1355 calories

It's Wednesday and Almost Thanksgiving

Well, I got up this morning and did my weights workout with a little cardio.  It felt good, I miss doing weights.  Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, I probably won't post, but my goal is to not overeat.  A friend of mine and I are doing a race tomorrow morning at 9, so I am excited to run and see her, and run off some of that good ole' food before I eat it!!!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with berries, kiwi: 225 calories

Snack: Broccoli, carrots:  90 calories

Lunch:  Soup, turkey burger:  330 calories

Snack:  Orange, tea with half and half:  80 calories

Dinner:

Snack:

Tuesday for Sheri

Well, this morning didn't start off so well. As I was running I had to get off the treadmill twice because I thought I was going to throw up.....it's this leftover cold I think combined with how hot that downstairs room gets. But I managed to run 3.5 miles and walk .75, so not too bad I guess....

So tonight's dinner will be the same as last nights-but that is the joy of eating less, things last me longer through the week.

Breakfast: oatbran, kiwi: 230 calories

Snack: Broccoli and carrots: 90 calories

Lunch: Turkey burger, salad: 350 calories

Snack: Tea with half and half, orange: 85 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti squash, veggies: 400 calories

Snack: Oatmeal:290 calories

Total: 1445 calories

Well, so lunch was rushed. I decided to clean the house----AGAIN! I think it's pretty much spotless already, but I can't help myself! So I was rushed when I finally got to making my lunch and eating. So in my last minute throw together, I made a delicious tasting salad with grated parmesan cheese, salsa, and pineapples! It was a GREAT taste when I combined! The turkey burger I decided to cook in the microwave....thank goodness for those!

It's Monday-AGAIN!

So I came in and cleaned this morning.  The building is done, and I am sitting down for the day!  I found some interesting things during my diet reading from the two books I referenced in the last blog.  The correct formula for calculating calories need to maintain your weight (from both books) is your weight multiplied by 15 and then, subtract 500.  In the Eat All Day Diet, she starts out at a base 1500 calories.  Which is probably good for me, seeing as how I burn calories working out, and that is 375 calories below the calories needed to maintain my weight.  It is turning out to be so much easier when I look at it in a laid back manner and just do it!  These two books together I think are going to help alot!!

I got up this morning and for the first time in more than 2 months I did weights!  So tomorrow is back to running!

Breakfast: Oatmeal, mixed berries:  250 calories

Snack:  Orange, broccoli:  90 calories

Lunch: Soup, healthy choice cafe steamer:  400 calories

Snack:  apple, cucumber:  90 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti Squash, veggies, bread:  295 calories

Snack:  Oatmeal:  290 calories

Total:  1415 calories

Bringing Out the Gloves

Well, over the weekend, I pulled out an old book. It was the "Eat All Day Diet." I reviewed the material in it, then pulled out my Ellen Kreger book, and set out a plan for myself as well as goals.

When I did the Eat All Day Diet, I lost 40 pounds. Can I do it again? Yes, although, the need to lose 40 pounds is more like 12-15 pounds! So it should be a bit easier.

When I lost all that weight, it was simply putting down a plan for each week and following it. So, last night I began planning out the week, from meals to snacks, to exercise schedules. It took getting ready for each day the night before, only a few minutes, but it was taking the time to stick to my plan! I am determined from here on out to take back control! I did it once I can do it again.

Yesterday was the first day I didn't do kickboxing, running, grocery shopping and cleaning all on Saturday! I got up, ran with a friend of mine, and came back home where I cleaned for a short 45 minutes. A friend called asking if I wanted to go to Tea's Me. Can you believe it??? I said yes, I had the time to go and the energy! I feel like a totally new person this week! I was able to enjoy my Saturday, spend time with Jake, with friends, plan out my eating, write out my grocery list and enjoy my in-law's company.

I am going to make my Sundays my rest day for exercise, so I can enjoy Saturday with Jake and stay up a bit later!

I even had the time to enjoy making my grocery list. With this diet I am doing, I should now spend MUCH less on groceries, because I will be eating less. I was eating soo much volume with low calorie counts, that to keep up with my food intake was ridiculous! I started that already today with my lunch by adding butter, and cheese to things, so that, yes, I get the calorie count, but I am not surrounded by several plates of food! Diet is not only calorie counting, but portion control too (which I think Amy understands far better than me!). So, I am going to make one of my goals be VERY frugal with my grocery shopping while shedding the pounds! Don't ask me why I am so excited about all this change, but, I am! I can't wait to see what the results are come January 1st and after!!!

Breakfast: oatbran with cherries, kiwi: 250 calories

Lunch: Spaghetti Squash, green beans, rutabaga: 415 calories

Snack: orange, toast with jelly:  155 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti squash with parmesan cheese, green beans, rutabaga: 345 calories

Snack:  Oatmeal:  255 calories

Total:  1420

Friday-Not a Great Weigh-in

I knew it wouldn't be a great day to weigh in, but I thought, you know what, I did this, so get on the scale.  So I have 3 weeks to drop a few pounds, and I have started the whole thing of eating more for breakfast!  I am still full, yesterday by 10am I was STARVING!!!!

Tomorrow I go running with old running partner, I am excited!  I also scheduled a session with my trainer, so I am ready to get back on track.  Ready to have a life again!!!

Breakfast:  oatbran, cherries:  350 calories

Lunch:

Not a Good Week

Well, I let myself down again.  I am getting really tired of failing.  I had a good talk with Jake last night.  This week with jury duty, the only place to eat was the canteen and the city market.  Well, the city market has great tasting food, except for the part where it's greasy.  OOOHHH, RED FLAG!  That will cause me problems, and it did.  I couldn't work out, and I was miserable.  So in my miserableness, I continued to go downhill.  I just ate worse and worse.  

So I talked to Jake last night.  Another reason I didn't go to kickboxing this week, is, it's cold, and it's at night.  I do well exercising in the morning and at my house.  So for Christmas I am asking for a punching bag, so I can keep up with the kickboxing, but today I emailed my trainer to set up a workout session.  I have found that with not working out in the evening, I have more time with Jake and to be honest, I love that.  So I said to my trainer, I want a workout that is a good, solid, and VERY intense hour workout that will help me tone up.  On Saturdays now, I will only run, doing kickboxing, and running then grocery shopping and any cleaning was getting to be just another work day.  I need to enjoy my workouts, and because I am not a trainer, I cannot make my schedule fit around working out, simply put, working out has to fit in my schedule.  I want time with friends and family.  I also will change when I go grocery shopping, which means it won't take time away from Jake.  

I will grocery shop on Monday, when Jake is at the game store.  Then, my eating.  I have got to stop eating so little during the day, and then tons at night, it sets me up or failure when I don't eat balanced.  I eat balanced with WHAT I eat, so why not with HOW I eat.  

There are a lot of things I need to change and it's sooo easy to say I will, as I have in the past, but I am going to put those into action now.  I am changing things clear from my exercise, to my eating habits, to some personal stuff.  I want to become the person I used to be, the person my husband married!  Last night Jake said to me, "Why are you soo angry at the world?"  Here is what I came up with after thinking about that last night:  Because I am so angry at myself, at my failures.  

When you aren't satisfied with who and what you are or look like, how can you be satisfied with the world around you.

So, today, I am throwing that baggage away.  I am going to start trying to reach out and love those around me more!!

Breakfast:  Oatbran, cherries:  200 calories

Lunch:

Well, I didn't work out last night. I had too much on my mind. I just wanted to lay around after the bad news. I tend to think about things indepth when I run, so I was trying to avoid that at all costs last night. Tonight, on the other hand, should be different. No reason to go around sulking for 2 days in a row. I'm getting sick so I need to work out to try to keep my body healthy and fight off the cold I'm getting. Ugh! I hate this time of year!!

Breakfast: yogurt, 110 calories

Lunch: Ham & Vegetable Soup, 230 calories

Snack:

Dinner:

Total:

Fingers Crossed

Well I'm hoping to work out tonight. I won't be able to if I don't get some energy throughout the day though. I'm so tired. Sheri got called in for jury duty so she won't be here until Thursday. I went on showings last night for properties and tomorrow I'll be going to get "pre-approved". Talk about stressing out. :( I'm trying to keep my stress level down but I'm not sure if I'll be so successful this week. I have too much going on. Showings, meetings, my old roommate is going to be in town and wants to go out to Broad Ripple Thursday night, Lunch date with some of my old classmates, Prepping for the IU/Purdue game, finding a dress for the wedding next week, and tailgate on Saturday. Where did my week go!? Ack!

Breakfast: Cherry Yogurt, 100 calories

Lunch: Green Bean Casserole, 325 calories

Snack: Cheese, 200 calories

Dinner: Fazoli's, 720

Total: 1,345 calories

I Really Dislike Monday's

Well Monday's are not my favorite day of the week. Honestly, I think Sunday night is much worse with Monday looming hours ahead of you. Ugh. I went on a showing of a couple condos. My realtor was extremely night, however, he talked so much that I didn't end up getting home until 8:00. :( Which meant late dinner, which meant no workout. :( Oh well. Looks like tonight and tomorrow I'll be catching up. I was proud of myself over the weekend though. I ran Saturday morning and ran a quarter of a mile more and a lot faster than I normally run. It felt great! Hopefully this week will be a repeat of Saturday.

Breakfast: Yogurt, 110 calories

Lunch: Leftover Green Bean Casserole, 325 calories

Snack: Animal Crackers, 80 calories

Dinner: Stromboli & milk, 675 calories

Total: 1,190 calories

Friday, Friday, Friday!!

Finally it's Friday! :) Not a nice Friday, but any Friday will do I suppose. Last night was good and not so good. We went to see Jake and Sheri's house, Greg LOVED it!! :) and then we went out to Waffle House, one of my favorite places to get waffles. That was great! Then we got home... :( It was like a light bulb went off, I was in instant pain for about 2 1/2 hours. I'm glad I went to the doctor, but I'm an idiot because I didn't get my prescription filled for my pain killer. UGH! I needed it last night. It got so bad I actually started crying. Not sure if it was because of the pain or the frustration. I wanted to work out last night so badly. Now I'll be working out tonight and tomorrow morning. Ick. I don't know how you do it, Sheri. I hate getting up and working out on Saturday mornings! haha Oh well. Have to readjust my work out schedule. Things happen I guess!

Breakfast: Strawberry Banana Yogurt, 110 calories (I've over branching out on flavors ha!)

Lunch: Leftover Lattice Top Chicken, 315 calories

Dinner: BW3's, 1085 calories

Total: 1,510 calories

It's Friday, and I Feel Brand New

My house is all clean!  It actually sparkles I think.  I cleaned last night and felt so good after it was done, despite the fact that my chickpea stew is now all gone! Oh well, on to other recipes!!!!

I slept in this morning (it's my rest day), I got a good 9.5 hours of sleep!  I LOVE sleep, have I said that enough!!  I got up this morning and stepped on the scale to find the pounds are still coming off.  I apparently put on quite a few unneeded pounds during the last few weeks of my marathon training!

Breakfast:  cereal:  175 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, carrots, asian pear:  195 calories

Snack:  Carrots:  30 calories

Dinner: Subway

Snack:

Tomorrow we are going to some people's house.  I am nervous, I tend to overeat in large crowds, I think they make me nervous.  And with pasta as the main dish, I can't really afford to overeat too much, that's quite a few calories.

Happy Thursday!

My days are all screwed up. I thought today was Friday again. WOW. Today is going to be a good day though!! Greg and I are "touring" Jake and Sheri's house today and......I grabbed a pair of jeans today that I've dreaded wearing for awhile because they're so tight and hard to get on since I've gained weight. Well....they were a little easier getting on this morning. YAY!!!!! More motivation to keep running. :) I actually excited to run tonight!

Breakfast: Yoplait Light Pineapple Upside Down Cake Yogurt, 110 calorie

Lunch: Tea's Me, 475 calories

Dinner: Waffle House Waffle & milk, 530 calories

Total: 1,115 calories

Maybe I'll Finish This One...

I'm seeing that I have a tendency to forget to finish my daily blogs. Geesh. :( I need to catch up! Last night was great. Made my lattice top chicken and green bean casserole and I didn't overeat. I used to go for 2nds, and everyone did last night but me. I was comfortable. And as you know, Sheri, I wanted to eat ALL day yesterday! And that turned out not to be because of the weather :( Ick. So no workout for me last night.

Breakfast: Yoplait Light Bostom Cream Pie Yogurt, 110 calories

Lunch: Turkey Sandwich & cheese, 375 calories

Snack: Brownie :( ...I'm sure it was at least 110 calories

Dinner: Lattice Top Chicken & Green Bean Casserole, 550 calories

Total: 1,145 calories

I love Lattice Top Chicken. I'm pretty sure it made my month! ha!

I LOVE Thursdays

Because it's almost Friday!  There is something about this day that signals the weekend is coming!!  Kickboxing went very well last night for having a cold, so I was happy!  I got in 5 miles this morning! in 44 minutes!  I was happy with that!  

Breakfast:  Oatbran:  150 calories

Lunch:  Tea's Me!!! 1/2 sandwich, small chicken noodle soup: 300 calories

Snack:  30 calories

Dinner:  Chickpea Stew, veggies, banana:  610 calories

Snack: popcorn:  225 calories

Amy is bringing Greg to the house to look at it! I am glad, because it motivated Jake to clean and I did some cleaning this morning, I will finish tonight, but I am hoping to not have to do any this weekend!  That means my house is almost completely clean (well, except for Jake's domain in the basement!)

Total Calories:  1315

Calories Burned:  400

A Wondering Wednesday

I am wondering if I am going to get Bronchitis.  I feel like all this stuff is settling in my chest.  HMMMMM!!!  I hope not, but I sure wish it would go away!!  I got about 10 hours sleep last night and I feel good except for the sick part! HA!  I have kickboxing tonight and am pretty excited!!!

Breakfast:  Cereal:  205 calories

Lunch:  Soup, orange:  160 calories

Snack: Celery:  20 calories

Snack:  Banana: 80 calories

Dinner: Chickpea Stew, butternut squash, apple:  540 calories

Snack:  Popcorn:  300

Total: 1305 calories

Calories Burned:  about 300

A Little Better Tuesday

So, I think I am feeling a bit better!  I didn't feel bad after kickboxing at all last night with this cold and stuff.  Today I got in 4 miles in 35 minutes!  I was pretty happy with that!  Wish I could sleep a bit more.  Jake and I are planning to eat a GREAT dinner and watch Kung Fu Panda! He is eating beef manhattan, and I am having my chickpea stew, which is just as good as the day I cooked it!!!

Breakfast:  Veggie Sausage, egg white sandwich, orange:  260 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, wheat toast, cucumber:  205

Snack:  Celery:  25

Dinner: Chickpea Stew, veggies, pineapple:  515 calories

Snack:  Oatmeal, apple:  370 calories

Total:  1375 calories

Calories Burned:  400

Starting a New Week

Well this week is going to be extremely blah. The weather sucks. I'm just not ready for this yet!! I'm not ready to break out the winter coats just yet. Oh well. Last night was the first night I had to drive to the workout facility. Too cold to walk!!!! I took 2 steps out the door and said...umm I'm driving! ha! I'm just hoping I can continue to fight off this cold. :( Bring on the Vitamin C!

Monday
Breakfast: Yoplait Light Very Vanilla Yogurt, 100 calories

Lunch: Sheri's delicious lunch, 350 calories

Snack: Chex Mix, 210

Dinner: Panda Express (rice, chicken, broccoli & string beans), 550 calories

Total: 1,210 calories


Tuesday
Breakfast: Yoplait Light Strawberry Shortcake Yogurt, 110 calories

Snack:

Lunch:

Snack:

Dinner:

The Weekend and Monday

I can't remember the weekend as far as eating, it was sooo busy and such a blur.  I was sick too, which never makes it fun! It's been lots of soup and tea!

I stayed within my calorie limit and even a little under!

So, for today, Monday!

Breakfast: cereal:  205 calories

Lunch: Soup, orange:160 calories

Snack: Cauliflower:  25 calories

Snack:  Banana:  70 calories

Dinner: Chickpea stew, veggies, fruit, whole wheat bread:  545 calories

Snack:  Popcorn:  300 calories

Total Calories:  1305

Calories Burned with Kickboxing:  300

It's Friday!

I am glad it's Friday.  I am not feeling great, but not horribly bad enough to be totally out of it!  Jake and I are going out tonight!  He came home last night, ate dinner with me and hung out with me for half an hour!  He makes such an effort!

I got to decorate and clean my room!  I can't wait for you to see it Amy!

Breakfast:  Cereal:  185 calories

Lunch:  Soup, apple:  185 calories

Snack: Cauliflower, tea with half and half:  30 calories

Dinner: dinner at home, we didn't get to go out to eat!

Snack:

I can't remember the calories or what it was, but I know I stayed in  my calorie limit!

Happy Friday!

Well I rested last night. No working out. Hopefully it will pay off and I won't be so tired today. I guess my plan is: work out 2 days and rest 1. We'll see how that goes. If that doesn't work then I'll assign days that I have to work out. We'll see I guess. As long as I get in the habit of doing it.

I love taco night :)

Breakfast: Yoplait Light White Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt, 100 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: 1/2 Chef salad, 350 calories

Dinner:

Amen to THAT Sheri! It's Almost Friday!!!

I woke up this morning hoping that it was Saturday. NOPE! Definitely Thursday. *sigh* Oh well! I've done pretty well so far this week. No fast food and I've been on the treadmill every night, not to mention walking on the Canal during lunch break. I've changed my morning breakfast pattern to yogurt. I will say that I need a little more substance in the morning other than yogurt (good to know now) so I think I'll be getting fruit when I get groceries this weekend. Funny how something so little can get the ball rolling, you know? Well at least it's the ball rolling and not me rolling. haha!

Breakfast: Yoplait Light Rasperry Cheesecake Yogurt, 110 calories

Snack: Tea w/half and half, 40 calories

Lunch: Chicken Curry & granola bar, 290 calories

Snack: Mini Rice Cakes, 90 calories

Dinner: Tacos & small glass 1/2% milk, 650 calories

Total: 1,180 calories

So Glad it's Thursday

Cause tomorrow it's Friday!  I am ready for the weekend.  It seems like it's been a long week.  Last night was kickboxing, I ended up being the only girl there and was paired up with a guy who was very tall, stocky and in shape....but, I was NOT intimidated! HA!

Jake and I might go out to eat tonight.  I hope so, he wants to spend time with me before the weekend when he buries himself downstairs with a website.

Breakfast:  oatmeal, egg whites, plum:  195 calories

Lunch: Soup, apple:  180 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower, Tea with half and half:  50 calories

Dinner: Sausage Egg Sandwich, veggies:  450 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, yogurt, apple:  500 calories

Total Calories:  1375

Everyone's Talking About Change

So here we are, the day after the election and everyone is talking about change. What does that even mean!? Obama wouldn't stop talking about "change", and now I'm talking about it. haha No correlation between the two though. haha However, we both are now facing the consequences of all the talk about change. Now comes the time to actually make the change happen. I've been talking and talking about how I'm going to start losing weight, and getting motivated to get skinny. Heck, we even started a blog because both of us were so motivated. Somewhere along the way I forgot about my own campaign for change. So here I am, holding myself accountable. FINALLY! ha! I finally found the motivation I needed to get myself moving again. A 5K with my sis in the near future. If I slack, and don't run at all, I'll be walking for sure. But if I stick with it, she and I should get a very good finishing time. Heck, if I like it, maybe I'll think about a mini! HA! Now lets not get too ahead of ourselves here....but it's a possibility! So the laying around stops now! :)

I'm so glad it was such a nice day to walk on the Canal!! BEAUTIFUL!! :)

Breakfast: Yoplait Light Cherry Yogurt, 100 calories

Lunch: Chicken Curry & Veggies w/rice, 350 calories

Snack: Cake & Tea, 250 calories

Dinner: Lattice Top Chicken & Green Bean Casserole, 540 calories

Snack: Applesauce, 200 calories

Total Intake: 1,440 calories

Exercise for the day: 410 (walking on canal + running + weights)
Daily Total: 1,010 calories

Day after Election

We have a new president, Barack Obama, and so many historical things going on.  It's interesting to see where the next 4 years will take us.

I have kickboxing tonight....can't wait!!!!!

Breakfast:  Cereal, plum:  240 calories

Lunch:  Soup, tomatoes:  235 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, tea with half and half:  50 calories

Snack: Banana, pomegranate seeds:  135 calories

Dinner: Sausage Egg white Sandwich, veggies, fruit:  657 calories

Total Calories:  1320

It's Election Tuesday

So I stood in line this morning to vote...the first time in the 5 years I have lived downtown.  Kickboxing went REALLY well last night!  I felt good and it felt good to give those bags a beating! Seriously, inflicting pain is so stress relieving!!! HA!  I ran 4 miles this morning in 35 minutes, I was pretty happy with that!

Breakfast:  Cereal, plum: 210 calories

Lunch:  Ralph's Great Divide Dinner Salad:  150 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, tea with half and half:  50

Dinner: Chicken dish with rice, veggies:  630 calories

Snack: oatmeal, yogurt, apple:  435 calories

Total Calories:  1475

It's Monday

So I cleaned this morning, it went pretty fast!  I was glad.  The faster I get done, THE BETTER!!! I got a good night's sleep.  I went to bed at 8:45 last night and didn't get up until 6:30 this morning!! AHH I LOVE SLEEP!

I have kickboxing tonight, so I think I am good and refreshed for that!  

Breakfast:  Cereal, apple:  270 calories

Lunch: Tuna Sandwich, salad, tomatoes:  180 calories

Snack:  Broccoli, tea with half and half:  50 calories

Snack: Banana, pomegranate seeds:  185 calories

Dinner:  Chicken Dish with rice, veggies, fruit:  420 calories

Snack:  cereal:  285 calories

Total:  1390

The Weekend

I can't remember what all the calorie numbers were, but I know I stayed within my limits!  Having Friday weigh-ins staring at you keeps you motivated!

Friday we hid from the trick or treaters!  It was nice, we just chilled and hung out!  I miss Jake and I really notice it when we DO get time together!

On Saturday I went kickboxing and ran 4 miles.  Sunday, I ran 3 miles AND lost my extra hour of sleep!!!  GGGRRRR!!!!!!!

Saturday Breakfast:  Banana, sausage egg white sandwich, another piece of fruit

Dinner:  Spaghetti Squash, veggies:  

Snack:  Oatmeal, fruit

I think Saturday's total was 1260

Sunday:

Breakfast:  Cereal:  205

Lunch:  Outback Steakhouse salmon and veggies, all with no butter:  600 calories

Snack:  Yogurt:  70 calories

Dinner:  Cereal, fruit:  595 calories

Calories:  1470

Like I said, I THINK this is the calorie counts!

I got a meal ready to fix in the crockpot tonight to bring for Amy tomorrow at lunch!  I am excited, it's one of my favorites!!!  So I'm interested to see how it goes.

Reality Check

So, Jake informs me last night that we will start weighing in every Friday.  I was so upset, I knew I had gained a couple from all the eating earlier this week.  I was under the impression we would weigh in once a month...yeah, no such thing.  

I got on the scale and yep....gained a couple.  So now I have a reality check once a  week, more motivation.  I get embarrassed having to admit I failed.  But I got through yesterday with eating well!!

Breakfast: Sausage, egg sandwich, oatmeal, 1/2 peach:  320 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, tomatoes:  200 calories

Snack:  peach, tea with half and half: 55 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti Squash, veggies:  can't remember

Snack:  oatmeal:  can't remember

I can't remember the totals, but I think my total was 1375!

Not Just Another Day, It's THE Day

So I failed yesterday, and I would say "today is another day though, right?" other than the fact that I am tired of that.  It simply excuses what I do.  So Amy said she is with me on the emotional eating thing!  Thanks for being there and for listening to me this morning.

So, we are going on a walk, and I am sooo excited.  I am ready to walk in this weather, and to get my butt moving.  I went to kickboxing last night after not doing anything all week.  I feel so much better when I exercise consistently.

Today's breakfast and lunch won't be huge meals, I got up at 7:50 this morning and have to be at work at 8:30.  So I brought something easy with me for both meals.

Breakfast:  Apples and Cinnamon oatmeal:  220 calories

Lunch: Soup, 1/2 asian pear: 160 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  50 calories

Dinner: BBQ chicken, squash, green beans:  495 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, yogurt, plum:  395 calories

Total:  1320 calories

I am going to start bringing stuff in for Amy and I to eat more.  If I don't do that cooking thing I get sooo bored with what I eat, so I need to get back to cooking on Sundays again!!

Old Lady Syndrome

Yep, that's right. I look and feel like an old lady today. Between moving timbers, furniture, painting and my ab workout, I'm so incredibly sore. I can barely move. haha Just a sign of getting older. It's sad.

Going for a walk today on the Canal with Sheri. I'm soooo excited!!!!!

I forgot my oatmeal again today. Grr. Why do the little things stress me out? For being such a planner, I've really sucked at remembering things lately. haha Hopefully the stress will lessen so I can regain my sanity. God help me! :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: PB&J, 350 calories

Dinner:

Back to Normal

The past few days have been insanely crazy!  Viewings, funerals, alot of thinking, and being sick!  Seriously, could you fit anything else in there.  I had pizza Monday night, just because I wanted it, and I paid the price!  Lesson learned....AGAIN!

I am working on some habits too:

1.  no emotional eating, when I am worked up, I need to find something else to do.

2.  Eating bigger breakfasts, I did this morning, and WOW am I still full

I have kickboxing tonight.  I think it will be a good release of a lot of things going on in my head!

Breakfast: Oatbran:  320

Lunch:

Losing My Mind

I've been so busy, I'm losing my mind. I'm trying to keep up with postings but then it gets away from me. I'm going to try to keep up with posts a little better than I have been!

I bought a ball last night to do better ab workouts. I used my roommates the other day and I really really liked it. I had never used one before! I'm really sore and my abs are never sore! :) I'm sold! Tonight will be night 3 with my new ab workout and I'm excited! I really like it!

I'm a little bummed that I forgot my oatmeal. So I'm trying to finish off my cereal. I'm going to stay away from the sugary cereals from now on. Working on creating a habit ya know? :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Pizza & Coke, ???

Dinner: Arroz con Pollo, 530 calories

Total: Not sure but I'm sure I was well over 1,500

It's a Scary Friday

So today was my rest day!  I was glad!  Although I wouldn't have complained with a couple more hours!  It's raining today, I kinda like it!

So why is it a scary Friday?  Well, Jake is making me go to a haunted house with friends.  I HATE HAUNTED HOUSES.

I am excited about my kickboxing class tomorrow morning, then I plan to go and run  6 miles!  I am interested to see how it goes!

Breakfast: Whole Wheat Cream of Wheat with pomegranate:  200

Lunch: Boring and By myself, soup, salad, hummus on wheat:  195

Snack:  Plum:  65

Dinner:

Finishing Out the Week

Well I would like to think that I worked out while I was away, but I didn't. However, I didn't eat much either. Not a good thing, not a bad thing. Eh, well we're back to the normal pattern so it should be easier to finish out the 25 days to form a habit. ha!

Breakfast: Banana w/peanut butter, 125 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Ham & Cheddar melt w/tea, 450 calories

Snack:

Dinner:

Thursday for Sheri

I had an awesome time at kickboxing, it's such a stress reliever! I feel GREAT after I am done, and it's an awesome workout!!!

I ran 4 miles this morning, I did a few sprints, so I mixed it up. Although from the way I feel, I can push those sprints faster, but I don't want to push too hard too fast.

Breakfast: Sausage Egg McMuffin, peach: 200

Lunch: Tuna Salad, pear: 225 calories

Snack: Hummus on Wheat, tea with half and half: 80 calories

Dinner: Chik-fil-a chargrilled sandwich and garden salad, large fruit cup: 560 calories

Snack: Cream of wheat, yogurt, orange: 420 calories

It's Wednesday and I'm All Alone

Amy is out today, I hope everything is going ok for her and Greg today.  Well, it has been quite the morning, I got up at 5:50 am, got ready and started writing.  I made Jake breakfast again, and he doesn't want me to make breakfast anymore.  Then,  his dad calls and his Grandpa is expected to pass away today or tomorrow, and then his sister calls his parents this morning and she is going into labor.  It's been busy!

I am going to my kickboxing class again tonight, I am excited!  

Breakfast:  Sausage McMuffin, berry mix:  240 calories

Lunch: Soup, Salad, tomatoes, asian pear:  225 calories

Snack:  Apple: 70 calories

Snack:  banana slices with pomegranate seeds, hummus on wheat bread:  275

Dinner:  Red Beans and Pasta, sweet potatoes, veggies:  520

Total Calories:  1410

Calories Less Taken in:  465

Calories Burned-Kickboxing: 200 

Catching Up

Well I haven't posted in awhile. Partly because I've been crazy busy and partly because I've been decided what I need to change in order to get to where I want and need to be with my eating and exercise. I see that things are just going to keep coming up in my schedule. So, I need to set a schedule for me. As you said Sheri, it takes 28 days to form a habit. Well I need to start scheduling my meals and exercise so I don't go off the path even if a crisis emerges. I'm a planner. It's what I have to do. Now I have a littel catching up to do this week with the blog, so here goes!

Monday

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: PB&J, 325 calories

Snack: Banana, 93 calories

Dinner: Pigs in a Blanket, 450 calories

Snack: Applesauce, 100 calories

Total: 1,268 calories

(and a 20 minute walk)


Tuesday

Breakfast: Oatmeal, 200 calories

Snack: Banana & Tea, 100 calories

Lunch:

Snack:

Dinner:

Total:

It's Tuesday!

I was wondering where Monday went, it went kinda fast!  Last night I had my kickboxing class, wow!  I have NO upper body strength.  I am not too sore today, but if I do certain things with my legs and arms I can feel a tiny bit of soreness.  It was fun though, and a good outlet I think!

I ran 4 miles this morning.  It was on the treadmill, which I hate, but I am not running in the dark.  It was a pretty good run, and will keep my pace consistent! 

So, I was back to normal, up at 5:15am, ran, went upstairs and worked on my writing and made Jake French Toast this morning and now I am at work!

What a morning!  But I love busy mornings!

Breakfast:  Veggie Egg White Omelet, sausage sandwich:  260 calories

Lunch: Tuna Salad, Tomatoes, Apple:  250 calories

Snack:  Cucumbers and Hummus:  85 calories

Dinner:  Red Beans Pasta, sweet potato, veggies:  495 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, yogurt:  300 calories

Total Calories:  1390

Less Calories Taken in: 485

Calories Burned:  400

Fall Monday

Well, it's fall for real.  The cold, brisk weather is hanging on, the leaves keep falling and the color are more beautiful everyday!  I am excited to start my kickboxing class tonight, it's just a trial one, but if it's good enough, I will sign up tonight or Wednesday!

I am going to fix something for dinner tonight at lunch, my cooking is officially back in session!

Breakfast:  Veggie Quesadilla, apple:  305 calories

Lunch: Soup, salad, tomatoes, peach:  180 calories

Snack:  Cucumbers with Hummus: 85 calories

Dinner:  Red Beans and Pasta, rutabaga, apple:  445 calories

Snack:  Yogurt, Banana, peanut butter on wheat bread:  265

Total Calories:  1280

Less Calories Taken In:  595

Calories Burned:  300

It's a Fall Saturday

I took Arwen out for a little walk. It was nice to get out and enjoy the crisp fall air at such a slow pace! I slept in this morning and then had time to slowly drink some tea, read my book before heading out to the grocery! I even took my time there.

Breakfast: Veggie Egg White Omelet, orange: 190 calories

Snack: apple:

Dinner: Papa Murphy's pizza, salad, pumpkin bars:

It's Almost the Weekend

Well, I got a good night's sleep last night! I was really glad because I feel good today. Almost back to normal. I am ready to sleep in tomorrow. I can tell I am getting the itch to exercise again, I just have to figure out my schedule. I need to start writing!

I am starting a kickboxing class on Monday! I am pretty excited! Next week starts running. I don't want to push it too hard,I need to keep in mind that my muscles are still tired. I can tell after going up and down stairs too much, they start to ache, not a hurt ache, just a tired ache!

I am so excited about starting this program officially. The more I read this new book, the more excited I get about fitting back into my old clothes. And the program in this book makes is seem so stress free. It's just makin' it a lifestyle, NOT A DIET!!!!

Amy hasn't posted, but she has been REALLY busy and alot going on outside of work too. So, don't go away, she will be back soon! I will be thinking of you and Greg this weekend girl!

Breakfast: Eggwhite Sandwich and orange: 195 calories (I am saving calories, I think Jake may take me out to eat tonight!)

Lunch: Salad, Soup, wheat bread, orange: 215 calories

Snack: Orange: 60 calories

Dinner: Captain D's Fish Dinner: 565 calories

Snack: oat bran, apple: 220 calories

Total Calories: 1255 calories
Less Calories taken in: 620 calories

My Fresh Beginning

So, alot of things change from here on out.  My exercise level (no more 22 mile long runs for a while), my eating, my sleeping and my focus!

I completed my marathon, and I completed it running!  It was one of the best moments of my life!!!!  

But now begins reality!  I must be a bit more careful with how much I am eating, I can't eat like I am running 40 miles per week.  Today, I was so proud of myself.  I went to the grocery store to drop off a fed ex and didn't stop at all the snacks, now granted I looked and thought about getting it, but I did what that book Amy and I now have suggested, ask myself-Am I REALLY hungry?  So I walked out of the grocery store with free hands!!

Breakfast:  Egg White Sandwich, 2 plums:  195 calories

Lunch: Soup, Salad, hummus on wheat bread, orange:  250 calories

Snack:  Apple:  70 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, Veggies, Sweet potato:  330 calories

Snack:  oatmeal and apple:  530 calories

Total Calories:  1375 

Less Calories taken in:  500

Fresh Beginnings

So, I didn't have time to get what my breakfast was in calories, so I will begin tomorrow.  I didn't record this weekend cause I was in Chicago.  But all I know is, I ate some SERIOUS carbs, and I think that is one of the main things that got me through!!

I am ready to get back to normal.  This week I won't be exercising, I'm supposed to give my muscles a break, but I will start watching my eating!  I need to be sure to keep a good sleeping schedule and eating habits!

But, honestly, I am excited to see what it's like to be normal again, and to get started on my next venture, whatever that is.

Thanks Amy for all the support and for the gift-I LOVED IT!!!!!

Too Tired

Well I'm too tired to function this week. I think this is the week for October :( Bleh. I hate it. All I want to do is eat and sleep. Why couldn't women be made to want to eat right and work out during that time?! Why!? *sigh* Oh well. Greg and I took a walk around the complex last night. It was really humid. Hard to breathe. I'm hoping to get a workout in tonight but it may be an early nighter for me. I might have to do it in the morning. :( We'll see I guess! I just need to WAKE UP!!

P.S. Congrats Sheri!! :)

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Ham & Cheese Melt & Tea, 475 calories

Snack: Rice Cake, 50 calories

Dinner:

Total:

A Start of a New Week

Well Halloween is around the corner and that means teeny costumes :( Good thing that book came last week. I did a little reading on the way to Bloomington so I'm ready to get started.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Ham Sandwich, 310 calories

Snack: Watermelon, 45 calories

Dinner: Teriyaki Pork & Scalloped Potatoes, 565 calories

Snack: Applesauce, 180 calories

Total: 1,400 calories

It's Friday....AT LAST!!!!

So the last work day before my race has gotten here, we leave tomorrow morning for Chicago. I am stocked up on all my snacks and carb stuff I need for the weekend, so I think I am good to go! I keep getting nervous I am going to forget something, i.e.-my race clothes!! HA! That wouldn't be good, a naked, marathon-running Sheri! We might lose some spectators over that!! HA! HA!

Breakfast: Oat bran with raspberries: 180 calories

Lunch: Soup, hummus on wheat bread: 170 calories

Snack: Celery, tea with half and half: 45 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti Squash with sauce, baked potato, wheat bread: 500 calories

Snack: popcorn, oatmeal: 320 calories

Total: 1215 calories
Less Calories taken in: 660
Calories Deficit for the day: same (no workout today)

Fun-filled Friday?? Maybe!

Well last night was nice. Greg and I sorted things out and he took me to Penn Station. That doesn't sound exciting but it was for both of us. The last three times we've tried to go there they have been closed. We finally made it! ha! I love love love Penn Station.

After dinner Greg told me he didn't want to work out but I convinced him to take a walk with me. It was really great. I forgot that I love fall weather. It was really cool outside but just warm enough that I was cozy in shorts and a sweatshirt. We walked around the Sycamore Run neighborhood and we picked out houses that we liked. You'd think we were getting married or something, right? haha So I got my exercise and we got to spend time together. It was nice. It's a good thing that he's a fast walker too because it pushed me to keep walking quickly. I'm thinking that if I ever have a lazy day, maybe we can just take a walk. :) It's better than nothing!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack:

Lunch: Arroz con Pollo, 180 calories (1/2 serving)

Snack:

Dinner:

Good luck this weekend Sheri!!! :)

Where's the Motivation?

I find myself wondering where I got my motivation last November to start losing weight. Was it that I needed to run off my anger issues? Did I not feel pretty enough for my ex? Whatever it was, I need to find it again. I think this tizzy with Greg and I is good. I took a walk today during lunch to try to sort things out in my head. I ended up talking to my sister most of the time but at least I got out and enjoyed some beautiful October weather. No excuses tonight. I think I'll run before I talk to Greg. Clear my head and sort things out before we talk out our problems. I'd rather not have to fight for me to get motivated to work out, but I guess it's helping me for today.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Old Fashioned Vegetable Beef Soup, 200 calories

Snack: 2 Rice Cakes & Tea, 125 calories

Dinner: Penn Station Chicken Teriyaki Sub, 550 calories

Total: 1,175 calories

ONLY 3 MORE DAYS

It's Thursday and only 3 more days until my race!  I am getting pumped. I had a race dream last night-my first one!  It was kinda a nightmare actually, but very humorous!!!  

So this morning I got in 2 miles, easy ones!  It was nice!  I was running by 5:55, came back, biked for 15 minutes, then stretched, fed the dog, got ready, put my pj's back on and slept for 45 minutes!  AHHHH!!! What a lovely morning!  I LOVE extra sleep!

Breakfast:  oatmeal, apple:  205 calories

Lunch: Salad, soup, hummus on wheat bread:  215 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower and tea with half and half: 50 calories

Dinner: Dick's Bodacious BBQ, turkey sandwich. ranch beans, green beans: 450 calories

Snack:  popcorn, mini rice cakes, oatmeal:  550 calories

Total Calories:  1470

Calories Burned:  200 calories

Less Calories Taken in:  405

Calorie Deficit for the Day:  605

It is Wednesday, FOR REAL!

So, it is now Wednesday for real. I got up and ran 3 miles. It was on the treadmill, which is NEVER fun, but oh well. Then I biked for 15 minutes.

I had to time to sit and enjoy my breakfast this morning, and even got in some reading! Last night was an awesome night of sleep. Jake is sleeping in our guest bedroom (which has a queen bed, so don't feel too bad for him) so I can get some rest this week before my race.

Breakfast: Oat bran, yogurt, orange: 280 calories

Lunch: Soup, salad, hummus on wheat bread, plum: 230 calories

Snack: Cauliflower and tea with half and half: 50 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger with hummus, sweet potato, vegetable medley: 440 calories

Snack: popcorn, mini rice cake, oatmeal: 600 calories

Total Calories: 1600 calories
Calories Burned: 300 calories
Less Calories Taken in: 275 calories
Calories Deficit for the day: 575 calories

What a Rainy Wednesday

Well I didn't work out last night (shame on me) because I didn't want to walk to the facility in the rain. I could have driven there but I felt a little ridiculous driving 100 feet. Either way I was going to get wet so I decided to plop myself on the couch. :( Oh well. There's always tonight. Actually....definitely tonight. What I've noticed is that Greg keeps offering me desserts after dinner and I accept them. That needs to change. At first it was a rare thing and now it's every night, so it needs to go back to being a rare occasion. I just can't wait for my book to come in the mail!!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Chunky Chicken Noodle Soup, 200 calories

Dinner: Who knows!!! WAY TOO MUCH All I know is that I got drunk off of 1 ridiculously strong margarita. what a sad, sad night.

Total: way over my limit..

It's Tuesday, But Seems like Another Day!

This morning I was soo sure it was Wednesday, I am pretty sure I was ready for it to be Wednesday!  

So, I was VERY disappointed in my potato and sweet potato torte.  I think I tried baking it in the wrong kind of pan, so in a couple of weeks, I am trying it again.  I really want this recipe to work, so we will see!

I'm a bit grouchy this morning, just tired I think.  Amy suggested that it may be the weather change, and perhaps it is, but whatever it is, I am grouchy!!

I ran an easy 4 this morning, it was nice and slow, so I didn't mind it.  I finished with 15 minutes on the bike.  I feel like the bike cool down leaves my muscles nice and loose!

Breakfast:  Oatmeal with raspberries:  270 calories

Lunch:  Soup, salad, bread and hummus, plum:  230 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  30 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, potato torte, veggies, apple:  430 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, popcorn, mini rice cake:  600 calories

Total Calories:  1560 calories

Total Calories Burned:  400

Calories not taken in:  200

Calorie Deficit of 600

Why Am I So Tired?

I woke up this morning not knowing why I've been so tired lately. It's getting on my nerves. I went to bed at a decent time. I slept okay and I worked out last night. I just don't get it. Must be the weather.

The workout last night was nice though. I didn't realize that walking that fast for that long would be so tiring! I felt more strain in my legs from walking than I ever did running. I think I'm sold on that! Maybe I can hold off that knee replacement for another 5 years when I get old. Project: Save my knees! ha! I'm looking forward to walking again tonight. Hopefully the facility won't be packed.

Breakfast: Raisin Bran Crunch, 460 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Potato/ Sweet Potato Torte & Rice Cake, 255 calories

Dinner: DiGiorno Pepperoni Pizza, 540 calories

Snack: Small Slice of Apple Pie, 280 calories

Total: 1,535 calories


And by the way Sheri, with a little salt, I didn't think the Torte was too bad. It was edible for today. haha! But then again I haven't had sweet potatoes in a long time and you had me lower my standards. So maybe that was it...?

I'm Getting Old

Well after a weekend of not doing much other than walking/dancing in a parade and staying up into the wee hours of the morning laughing at my drunk friends, somehow I find myself so sore that it hurts me to walk up the stairs. Could the Cupid Shuffle really make me this sore?! Man, I'm getting old! Anyways, I ordered the 12 step book that Sheri got last week. Hoping to start it later this week! I'm excited!!!! :) I can't wait to get re-started....if that makes sense. And I'm on a Honey Nut Cheerios kick lately. I love it!! I sound like I'm 5 years old, I know.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Snack: Tea

Lunch: Breakfast Burrito, 350 calories

Snack: Tea with half and half, 40 calories

Dinner: Cheeseburger & tator tots, 605 calories

Snack: lowfat jello instant pudding, 100 calories

Total calories: 1,395 calories

Monday-And Only 6 more days!

Only 6 more days till my race, I am getting ancy.  Today I did upper body weights, abs and biked for 35 minutes.  I also cleaned for 2 hours, YES, I do count it as a work out, you should see the building I clean!!!

Breakfast:  Honey Graham and Vanilla cereal, apple:  250 calories

Lunch: Vegetable Soup, salad, hummus on wheat bread, plum:  255 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower and tea with half and half:  50 calories

Dinner:  Curried Tilapia, zucchini, potato torte, apple:  390 calories

Snack:  oatmeal, mini rice cakes, popcorn:  600 calories

Total Calories Taken In:  1545

Calories Burned:  I am estimating 200, but I am sure it was more.

So, 300 calories less taken in, plus another 200 burned from exercise equals out to a 500 calories deficit!

Sunday-A Cooking Day

So it is a scheduled rest day in this last week of marathon training. Next week, around this time, I will be on my way home, hopefully not too sore!

I tried some new things, spaghetti squash today, oh I LOVED it!!! Soo good! It's so easy to fix, I just cut it in half, cut out the seeds and pulp stuff, placed it in a pan with 1/4 cup water, covered it with plastic wrap and micro-waved them for 10 minutes!

Breakfast: Whole Wheat cereal with cinnamon and splenda, orange: 185 calories

Lunch: Spaghetti squash with spaghetti sauce, zucchini, sweet potato: 425 calories

Snack: Hummus and pita bread, tea with half and half: 140 calories

Dinner: Spaghetti squash with spaghetti sauce, zucchini, sweet potato, apple:  375 calories

Snack:  Cereal, popcorn:  250 calories

Total Calories:  1375 calories

So, Amy, where are you girl?  Well, I know where you are, putting up Christmas decorations in October, but, where are your posts, I feel so lonely on here!!! HA! HA!

Saturdailies for Sheri

So I got in my 11 miles today, it wasn't bad, not one of my greatest, but I am trying not to let nerves overtake me! My oldest nephews is spending the weekend with Jake and I, and I have to say, on the way home last night I haven't laughed THAT hard in a while, I believe my husband momentarily turned 13!

Breakfast: Banana, whole wheat cereal: 205 calories

Lunch: Soup, carrots, fruit: 355 calories

Dinner: IHOP Harvest Nut N' Grain Healthy Combo, sugar-free syrup: 600 calories

Snack: popcorn, cereal: 440 calories

Total Caloric Intake: 1600

Calories Burned: 1000

Having a hard time eating on long run days, but this should get better after my marathon, when "long" runs are only 6-8 miles.

Friday-Celebrating Birthdays

Well, today is my rest day and as the race draws nearer, I get more nervous. But tonight I have a distraction, my dad's birthday. I am so excited to see them all! I miss them. My nephew is coming to spend the weekend, so we are pretty excited!!!

Breakfast: Cereal, banana: 205 calories

Lunch: Salad, soup, veggies: 265

Snack: Cucumber 35

Dinner: Chicken sandwich, green beans, corn: 350 calories

Snack: Sugar free ice, cream with granola:

Total Calories: I didn't measure out my ice cream and stuff, but I didn't indulge either. I was definitely 1375 calories or under.

A New Leaf for Sheri

So, I have turned a new leaf! I feel great! I have switched my running from mornings to evenings. Now I don't have to run in the dark and I can see all kinds of interesting things!!! Today I am due for 5 miles, wow, this tapering thing is like vacation! I got to sleep in until 7:00 am and I had time to fix and enjoy a nice, hot breakfast!! 

I pulled out a sweater today, and even though it's kinda bummy, I feel so cozy!  

Breakfast: oatmeal with apples, milk, and splenda brown sugar: 290 calories

Snack: cucumber: 36 calories

Lunch: Soup, small salad, peach: 265 calories

Snack: apple and peanut butter: 120 calories

Dinner: tuna sandwich, veggies, peach: 390 calories

Snack: popcorn, cereal: 440 calories

Total: 1541 calories

I started my new plan, I am not calling it a diet, but a plan. It's from Ellen Krieger's book Small Steps, Big Changes! I am on my way to being normal. Amy ordered the book too and I don't think you will be disappointed AT ALL!

Feeling a Tad Bit Better

What a dreary Tuesday! Well we just got back from lunch and I have to say that it was rather interesting. The Pumpkin Pear Waffles were good but the preparation was different to say the least. I added water to the mix which helped. Maybe it was my waffle maker. ha!

Anyways, I'm hoping to get some exercise in tonight. Not sure how much my body can take so I might walk for 30 minutes at a good pace. I still don't feel completely hydrated. And I'm not sure if I can eat anything else today after that waffle. Wow, am I full!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Pumpkin Pear Waffles, 244 calories

Snack: Diet v8 Splash, 20 calories

Dinner: Fazoli's Fettucini Alfredo (small) & breadsticks, 484 calories

T0tal: 1,048 calories

Monday-Another Week, 13 days till my race

So, i didn't work out today, I slept in kinda.  I had to be here at work early to clean, so that was my workout!  I am laughing at Amy calling me an overachiever!  HA!  

Breakfast:  Cereal:  300 calories

Snack:  Tea

Lunch:  oatmeal, apple:  400 calories

Dinner:  Butternut squash, couscous:  440 calories

Snack:  Cereal:  350 calories

Total Calories:  1490

Sunday-My Turkish Cravings Met!

So I got up and did 2 miles, probably shouldn't have, but did.  I was scheduled to rest!  OOPS!

Breakfast:  cereal, apple:  200 calories

Lunch:  Hummus, chicken couscous:  not sure, but i know it was  ALOT of food!

Snack:  Mini Rice cakes:  100 calories

Dinner:  Bowl of cereal:  165 calories

Total Calories:  somewhere between 1500-1800 :P

Recovering from a hard weekend

Well I rested my leg Friday night and decided to get up early Saturday and work out. So, Saturday was a pretty busy day. I got up, got Greg up, and we went to work out. I pushed myself a little farther on my run. I'm liking the eliptical more and more. It doesn't seem to have the strain on my muscles as running on a treadmill. I ran for 1.85 miles (my usual being 1 mi running) without feeling any pain. I felt great. I did a few weights and then had to hurry back to shower and get to my hair appointment. I love getting my hair done! :) Then we went out Saturday night for the Jeremy McComb concert. It was a lot of fun! He put on a very good concert. Greg loved his energy. I think he's an official Jeremy McComb fan....other than him hugging me. He wasn't a fan of that haha! However, we went to Longhorn Saturday night and apparently my food wasn't the greatest because I spent Sunday with a pillow and blanket on the bathroom floor. :( I felt bad because Greg wanted to workout Sunday and we were going to spend the rest of the day at the zoo. I felt HORRIBLE! So he took care of me. So my eating habits were sparse yesterday and will definitely be sparse yet again today. :(

Breakfast: Banana, 98 calories

Lunch: White Rice w/butter & sugar, 245 calories

Snack: Red Plum, 36 calories

Dinner: Bob Evans Western Omelette & Biscuits, 1034 calories

Total: 1,413 calories

I'm pretty sure that it isn't healthy to eat all of your calories in 1 meal but I desperately needed food! And quite honestly, it was the only thing that didn't make my stomach turn at the thought of eating it. I love Bob Evans :)

Saturday-An AWESOME Run

So I found my magic food! While most runners claim it's pasta, last night's IHOP pancakes was the perfect blend of protein, fats, and carbs to make my 15 mile run today almost effortless! The weather helped too, it was the perfect fall day!

Breakfast: 2 bananas, 2 wheat bread slices: 250 calories

Snack: Banana, orange, apple, tea with half and half: 235 calories

Dinner: Turkey burger, sweet potato veggies:  

Snack: popcorn, oatmeal, mini rice cakes:  

Total Calories:  I remember being 1420 calories

Friday-Sheri's Rest Day

Today was my rest day, and I went to bed at 9 and got up at 7:30 this morning! Oh it was nice, except for the having to come to work part! HA! Tomorrow is 15 miles, I am excited to see my mileage decrease! I am going to take advantage of this break!

I mowed the yard last night, I normally hate to mow, but it was nice to be outside! Then I ran some errands and by the time I got home, it was time to eat, then I looked over some reading I needed to do and then shortly after that, headed to bed!

Not sure what's on the agenda for this evening, but glad the weekend is here!

Breakfast: oatbran, apple: 220 calories

Snack: plum: 30 calories

Lunch: Tuna melt, carrots, plum: 250 calories

Snack: plum, tea with half and half: 50 calories

Dinner: Harvest Grain 'N Nut pancakes with blueberries and bananas, egg substitute, fruit bowl, IHOP: 665 calories

Snack: popcorn, whole grain cereal: 220 calories

Total Calories: 1435

Disappointed but Glad it's FRIDAY!!

Well last night was good. Greg and I discussed getting a dog for about an hour during dinner. haha He bought food from Kroger and on the back of his receipt was a coupon for $50 off a dog at Safari Pets. He said it was a sign. haha So I told him I would go look with him if we could go workout afterwards. He agreed. :) We came home without a dog (thankfully) and worked out by ourselves in his facility. It was nice. My calf still would not loosen up after doing all of the stretches Sheri showed me so I used the eliptical. It was great! I'm beginning to think that it's my new best friend. I ran farther and felt better. It definitely works different muscles than running on a treadmill. I did a few weights afterward but I also used the step machine in hopes of warming up my calf. Didn't happen. :( Oh well! I had Greg use the tennis ball to rub it out. I was screaming and laughing at the same time. It was a good hurt....but I couldn't take it for very long. It feels a little better this morning. I'm just hoping it works itself out so I can run again tonight!

And by the way....I was completely disappointed with Grey's Anatomy. It broke my heart. My show sucked. :( I think that 2hrs for a tv show is entirely too long. It's longer than a movie! No more 2hr shows please. What a complete let down!

Breakfast: Raisin Bran Crunch, 460 calories

Lunch: Meatloaf, 325 calories

Snack: Caramel Corn Quaker Rice Cake, 50 calories

Dinner: 1/2 Applebee's Fried Chicken Salad & cup of broccoli cheese soup, 505 calories

Total: 1,340 calories

Thursday night Previews...

Well last night was a little more difficult than I would have expected. My calf was tight the entire time and my bad knee sent pain shooting up my leg with every step. It was pretty amazing. Hopefully tonight will be a better experience. I just need to get everything done quickly because tonight is a HUGE HUGE HUGE night for premiers on television. Grey's Anatomy is a 2hr special, The Office is on for an hr, CSI, and My Name is Earl. Can I possibly watch all of them??? Umm...no. Not tonight. I'll be carrying them over into tomorrow night. But Thursday's are killer! :) Can't be lazy tonight! Greg says he'll have dinner ready when I get there. What a guy :) haha Hopefully I'll be hungry. The only time I've been slightly hungry today was for breakfast. hmmm....?

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Chicken Couscous & crescent roll, 510 calories

Dinner: Waffles & Eggs w/1/2% milk, 479 calories

Snack: brownie, 180 calories

Total: 1,469 calories

Thursday for Sheri

I got in 6 miles this morning.  It wasn't a great run, I had shinsplints and had to walk and stretch some.  But, I discovered why I had the shinsplints.  I have been trying to wear my old shoes for short miles and wear my newer shoes on longer runs. Well, the time to officially retire my shoes have come...no more short runs, only walking.  Worn out shoes can cause shinsplints-DUH! I knew that, but thought I could wing it!

I am sad to put them away, they have brought me this far, they were my first official running shoes, but alas, they will carry me away from the finish line after my marathon!  

Breakfast:  oatbran, banana:  240 calories

Snack:  Cucumber:  35 calories

Lunch: Salad, veggies, fruit:  240 calories

Snack:  Cucumber, tea with half and half:  50 calories

Dinner: Boca burger, veggies, fruit:  570 calories

Snack: popcorn, oatmeal:  365 calories

Total calories:  1500 calories

Experimenting...

Last night was great. Went home, ate dinner, relaxed and then...wait for it....worked out!!! haha Yes, I was able to drag my butt off the couch and walk down to the facility to work out. The treadmills were occupied so I decided to try out the new eliptical. I like it! I'm usually very picky when it comes to elipticals. I think I'm going to include it in my daily workout. 1 mile on the eliptical, 1/2-3/4 walking on the treadmill and then whatever I can squeeze out of me (running) on the treadmill. We'll see. But it felt great and I slept soooooo good!!!

Well, today we're going to lunch somewhere I've never been before. I've never experienced Mediterranean food. So lets just say that I'm experimenting haha! Sheri sent me this article about how the Mediterranean Diet is extremely healthy for you and helps you lose weight. And that's good news!! ha! So we're going to give it a try. I'm just a little sheltered girl from LaGrange. I mean come on, all we have up there is Mexican and home country cookin'. It's called a heart attack waiting to happen. haha Good thing there's not much to do up there so you're forced to stay active in order to escape boredom. :) No offense, Mom. You're food is amazing!! But honestly, I don't know how I didn't weigh 400lbs.... :\ Oh, the joys of young metabolism!

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Chicken Couscous, 500 calories

Snack: Caramel Corn Quaker Rice Cakes, 100 calories

Dinner: Pigs in a Blanket & Mac n' Cheese, 475 calories

Total: 1,375 calories

Separating and Starting Over, All While Enjoying the Race

So I thought I had started  yesterdays, but I can't find it.  This morning I did not run the easy 4 miles I was due for.  I decided to sleep in, rest my body and mind and start in again tomorrow.  This last two weeks of training is tapering, so missing an easy 4 won't hurt me.  I needed to separate myself from it.  I think with the nerves and facing this race, I couldn't stop thinking about it.  It was affecting my sleep, making me overeat, and just plain old sticking in my mind!

So, I am determined to enjoy these last two weeks!  I have gotten this far, I should enjoy it! And I have come to the conclusion that instead of TOTALLY focusing on calorie numbers, I need to make this eating thing a lifestyle, and I can enjoy that as well.  I love the cooking part, and I love to exercise, so why not make the eating thing just as enjoyable!  Yes, I want to look good and I need to lose some pounds, but by making it something enjoyable, I can be more successful at it!  I am just thankful I am not doing it by myself, that is the part I get tired of.

I am ready for my race to be here, to be able to enjoy exercising again for the energy and benefits.  Marathon training gets exhausting.  And, your body changes, my muscles are bulky, and I am retaining a bit more fat.  The bulkiness comes from HIGH mileage and the fat retention because that is what my body relies on to burn during high miles.  So I am ready to get lean and toned again!  I was there once, and I am going back! 

Breakfast:  oatmeal, english muffin, plum:  290 calories

Snack:  Cucumber:  35 calories

Lunch: Vegetable Moussakka, hummus and pita bread:  520 calories

Snack:  Masala Chai tea with half and half:  20 calories

Dinner: Boca burger, sweet potato, squash, peach: 370 calories

Snack: Popcorn and oatbran:  250 calories

Total Calories:  1485 calories

moving forward

Well, I haven't been doing too well with the exercising. No surprise there! :( But I've finally realized why I don't have motivation. Greg keeps me from working out. Of course I want to spend every minute I can with him when I get home from work, but I also need to exercise. The lack of exercise and weight that I have put on makes me feel really ugly and I never want to go out. I don't want to see people that I haven't seen in a long time because I feel bad about myself. Pathetic, I know, but in order for our social life to be great again, I need to do this. I really need to buck up and get going. I think it took all of that to give me solid motivation for myself. Apparently looking good for me just wasn't enough. But if it's sacrificing our social life with friends...we need friends!! So, on with the lifestyle change! I'm starting over.

Breakfast: Honey Nut Cheerios, 300 calories

Lunch: Leftovers (chicken kabob & sliced potatoes with cheese), 380 calories

Snack: Caramel Corn Quaker Rice Cakes, 100 calories

Dinner: Meatloaf & milk, 390 calories

Snack: brownie, 180 calories

Total: 1,350 calories

Weekend Catch Up

I didn't keep track of calories this weekend, mostly due to the fact I forgot my nutritional scale here, and second, I was too tired!  I stayed up till 6:30pm on Friday and slept till 6:30am on Saturday.  Saturday, I ran 22 miles!  Yes, I did it!  22 miles!!  It's my last run of 20's.  Next week is 15, the next 11, and the next:  MY RACE!!!

Also, I didn't feel the need to keep track of calories on Saturday after running 22 ! HA!  Then, on Sunday, I had problems!!  Don't eat a bag of sugar free jelly beans!  It may be a very, very small bag....but it has a powerful affect!  It acts as a laxative!  Yeah, that was fun, so today, Monday, I am trying to straighten out the old stomach! HA!

So, back on to Monday! I crosstrained with weights and then biked this morning!

Breakfast: Snapple Kiwi Pear Drink:  25 calories

Snack: Carrot Juice:  140 calories

Lunch: Shrimp Chili Cornbread Casserole, salad:  266 calories

Snack::  Snapple Kiwi Pear Drink, popcorn:  125 calories

Dinner: Shrimp chili Cornbread Casserole, veggies: 600

Snack: cereal, popcorn:  650 calories

Total Calories:  1805 calories

This past weekend I got to try something new besides my casserole, I got to try spaghetti squash.  It was the best thing I have ever had!!! I loved it!  I thought it tasted just like pasta,only better, cause it has a bit more flavor! so from now on, it's my new pasta!

It's Hump Day, and Sheri is Ready for the Weekend!

So I got in an easy 4 miles  this morning in about 38 minutes!  Not bad, and I wasn't out of breath really!  

Breakfast:  Veggie Sausage, Egg McMuffin, peach:  235 calories

Snack:  Plum (and oh a good one!):  45 calories

Lunch:  Salad, veggies, fruit: 250 calories

Snack:  Plum and lavendar tea with half and half:  60 calories

Dinner:Fish with parmesan, sweet potato, zucchini, peach:  395 calories

Snack: popcorn, clif bar, rice cake:  530 calories

Total Calories:  1515

Poor Amy

Amy is sick today.  Hope you get to feeling better!!!

Tuesday

Well, I do believe I have run my last 8-mile Tuesday before the race.  I made it in good time this morning, so I was proud of myself!  HA! As I stood eating my breakfast and looking over my running schedule, I realized that my tapering is just beginning now, still a lot of miles to run this weekend, but the week is starting to taper a mile at a time!

Breakfast:  Banana, veggie sausage, egg mcmuffin:  275 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  50 calories

Lunch: Salad, veggies, fruit:  240 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower and tea with half and half:  45 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, veggies, fruit:  365 calories

Snack: popcorn, oatmeal:  500 calories

Total Calories:  1480

It's Monday for Sheri

And this is the second time I have started this, I can't find the first.  Workout was biking and abs, and upper body weights.  I am in the last month of my marathon training, so no lower body weight training!

I am excited and ready to run this race.  Ready to know what it feels like to look at the long run and see 6-8 miles TOPS!

Breakfast:  Turkey Sausage, Egg and Cheese casserole, orange:  260 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower:  50 calories

Lunch:  Salad, carrots, apple:  245 calories

Snack:  Cauliflower, tea with half and half:  50 calories

Dinner: Boca Burger, veggies, apple, pear (I was really in the mood for fruit!):  420 calories

Snack: Popcorn, rice cake, clif bar:  480

Total Calories: 1505

I have to make a note about the turkey sausage, egg cheese casserole.  I haven't had that in a long time, mostly because my gallbladder can't take the grease from the meat, and fat from the cheese.  But I made a healthy one, using turkey sausage, which is very low in fat and grease, egg white, and fat free mozzarella cheese!  It was sooo good!

A Sore Sunday

So I got in 4 miles this morning, but boy are my calves SORE!!!!!! I am getting ready to go ice them now!

Breakfast: cereal, peach: 215 calories

Lunch: Egg, Cheese, Turkey Sausage Casserole, veggies, tea with half and half: 435 calories

Snack: yogurt and peach: 150 calories

Dinner: boca burger, sweet potato, apple: 345 calories

Snack: Oatmeal, rice cake: 350 calories

Total Calories: 1495 calories

Saturday-20 Down

So I got in my 20 mile run. But, I have to admit, it was the hardest run of my life. After a week of no running and being sick, it was tough! But, I did it. And, it was a good lesson in what to do if I get shin splits or cramps in the beginning of my race. The first 4 miles was full of them, but I was able to stop, stretch and walk a few feet, and then run, then stop, stretch, walk a few feet, then run. Finally I got the 20 miles done!

Breakfast: 2 bananas, sports beans, cereal, orange: 425 calories

Snack: Orange, veggies, tea with half and half: 150

Dinner: Egg, cheese, turkey sausage casserole, sweet potato, peach: 485 calories

Snack: Clif Bar, popcorn, apple: 405

Total Calories: 1465

Starting Anew

So I will begin posting tomorrow.  I had a relapse, first off I way overate on Sunday, and then I was sick with the stomach flu for 2 days, which I apparently passed to my boss!, and since recovering I have been eating non-stop, and it's been sugar, which has irritated my gallbladder.  I am due for 20 miles tomorrow, so I don't have time to mess around with all this crap.  But, I had time to think about some things.

One, I need to be fine with splurging once a week.  I need to go out and get that Turkish food I want or have a sugar free treat for me, that once a week I can indulge in.

Two, I need to eat more balanced.  Eating so little during the day that I have 1000 calories left at the end of the day is ridiculous.  I don't need to eat that much food in one sitting!  

Three, I need a healthier view of food, exercise and myself.  For the most part I have a pretty good one, then I veer off into thinking I need a perfect body! But I don't!  If I exercise, and eat balanced and eat healthy and enough, my body will be as it should be.

Thanks Amy for listening to me yesterday, for encouraging me, I am sooo glad I don't do this on my own!  So starting tomorrow, it's 20 miles (even if it hurts) and eating more balanced and with a healthier view!  Also, thanks Amy for doing all this with me, I enjoy the cooking and being able to share it with someone else!

Is it Friday yet?

Well last night was irritating. I got home and the apt. was a mess so I had to clean before I met my best friend for dinner at El Puerto. The plan was to work out after dinner. So we got back and I changed clothes, got my shoes on, grabbed my keys and went to grab the workout facility key.....dun dun dun.....my roommates didn't put it back. So I ran around the apartment trying to find it. Nowhere to be found. What irritates me the most is that the key is MINE. M-I-N-E, MINE!! All they have to do is go down to the office and sign one out. If they lose it, it's $150 out of my pocket. Ouch! All I've asked from them is to put it back after they use it. One of them had it in their purse. So much for not working out Saturday morning. :( I think I'm ready to live on my own. I'm getting too old for this. So hopefully tonight will be better.

Breakfast: Raisin Bran Crunch, 460 calories

Lunch: Sheri's fabulous meal, 130 calories

Snack: Quaker Caramel Mini Delights, 90 calories

Dinner: Donato's Pizza, 650 calories

Total: 1,330 calories

(Well.....bad news. I didn't run. I was really really tired and didn't feel well after dinner. Not really sure why. I fell asleep at 9:30 on the couch. :( Didn't feel too hot this morning. Not a good sign with Createathon coming up next week!)

Rain rain go away!

Well it's a rainy Tuesday morning. Yuck. I hear that it's supposed to clear up and be beautiful! I hope so because I need to get my workout in tonight and I hate hate hate having to drive to the workout facility. I lose my parking spot in front of my apartment. :( Bummer. I'm looking forward to running tonight believe it or not! Last night was a little rough but I guess I should expect the first day back into it after 2 days of rest to be a little rough. Today should be better!

Sheri still is home sick. Poor thing. Sheri! Get well soon!


Breakfast: Rasin Bran Crunch, 460 calories

Lunch: 1/2 ham sandwich & Caramel Quaker Mini Delights, 315 calories

Snack: Raspberries, 30 calories

Dinner: Quesadilla Roja & Margarita, 850 calories

Total Calories: 1,655 calories