First off, no... I didn't get into some epic fight that left me with battle wounds of glory. I actually went on a 3 mileish run (I'll explain this ish in a minute) and worked out for the first time in three weeks. Remember that post about when I was going to take a break from working out for a week because I felt under the weather? (If not click here). Well, that infection came back, again, and kept me under the weather for another week. Granted, it didn't help that I was dancing almost every night of the show I am in. (How To Succeed)
Anyways! Brad, Jordan, and myself decided to go on a run around Piedmont Park yesterday and it ended up being around, or close to, three miles with about 75% of it being a full run/sprint. Afterwards, we hit the gym and worked out for another hour. Good news, yes there is good news, because I was able to keep up my healthy eating habits over the past three weeks, I haven't lost any weight! Yay! So, as of right now, I stand at 140ish lbs, body sore, and plan on putting on five more lbs by the time I hit my fist beach trip in early May. I know that my original goal was 150 lbs by that time, but shit happens and I got sick. The main lesson in this post is... *drum roll*... Shit happens and adjusting your goals is okay. Okay? You mean, because some random life event that I have no control over changes some course of my plans I can change my goals? Um, yes. Live life to the fullest, but don't let yourself be chained down.
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Monday, March 4, 2013
I'm back!
I. Survived.
I rarely ever get sick, well, until I moved to Atlanta that is. I believe it has something to do with the fact I am used to clean country air of the south and this big city captures smog like no other. Anyways, last week I ran a fever for three days and all I had the energy to do was sit on the couch and watch Ru Paul's Drag Race on Netflix. Side note: that show makes everything better!
On top of having a fever I also caught an infection and am now on antibiotics. After today, I have two days left of my pills and I will be good to go!
What does that mean for me? Well, I am going to be taking a few more days of rest and looking at hitting the gym again on Thursday. I cannot wait to get back into the routine I had to step out of for awhile. My training program over the next few months will be different because I am in the middle of a show. Goal is still to hit 150 by end of April, but with these setbacks I've had, I won't be upset if I don't hit my goal by then. I will also be adding more running to prep for a 5k on April 26. To do this my roommate has suggested looking into the couch to 5k training program. I plan to take a look at it and let you guys know what I plan to do. Since I use to be on a cross country team, and pretty good might I add, I hope that with a few weeks of intense training I can easily build back up to a 3 mile run. Fingers crossed!
Tomorrow, you guys can expect a clear detailed look at what veggies (maybe fruit also) I eat. I am also hoping to cover this week what kind of snacks I keep around outside of my 25 items. Have fun living healthy!
I rarely ever get sick, well, until I moved to Atlanta that is. I believe it has something to do with the fact I am used to clean country air of the south and this big city captures smog like no other. Anyways, last week I ran a fever for three days and all I had the energy to do was sit on the couch and watch Ru Paul's Drag Race on Netflix. Side note: that show makes everything better!
On top of having a fever I also caught an infection and am now on antibiotics. After today, I have two days left of my pills and I will be good to go!
What does that mean for me? Well, I am going to be taking a few more days of rest and looking at hitting the gym again on Thursday. I cannot wait to get back into the routine I had to step out of for awhile. My training program over the next few months will be different because I am in the middle of a show. Goal is still to hit 150 by end of April, but with these setbacks I've had, I won't be upset if I don't hit my goal by then. I will also be adding more running to prep for a 5k on April 26. To do this my roommate has suggested looking into the couch to 5k training program. I plan to take a look at it and let you guys know what I plan to do. Since I use to be on a cross country team, and pretty good might I add, I hope that with a few weeks of intense training I can easily build back up to a 3 mile run. Fingers crossed!
Tomorrow, you guys can expect a clear detailed look at what veggies (maybe fruit also) I eat. I am also hoping to cover this week what kind of snacks I keep around outside of my 25 items. Have fun living healthy!
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Avocado Avocado Avocado
After typing avocado three times I realized I had spelled it wrong... Oh well, we live we learn!
Anyways! Back to the more important topic today! Folks, today I am going to reveal my favorite after work pre-workout snack that takes no time at all to make and it is cheap. We all like cheap healthy snacks, right?
This delicious snack only has 5 ingredients and takes up very little of your day.
2 Slices of Toasted Bread
Cracked Pepper
Sea Salt
1 Whole Avocado (Still didn't spell it right the first time...)
Parmesan (This item is optional)
Step 1: Stick slices of bread in toaster. Side note, it is best to use whole grain. Healthier for you!
Step 2: Cut avocado in half while bread is toasting.
Step 3: Once the bread has finished toasting to your desired crunch, put on plate/napkin and scoop out avocado onto bread as shown in the picture.
Step 4: Take that same spoon and spread the avocado around on the bread. I found that it helps to stab the top part of the avocado and then spread it around.
Step 5: Lightly salt, pepper, and sprinkle Parmesan
Step 6: Enjoy a delightful snack that also helps to burn fat thanks to the avocado!
Anyways! Back to the more important topic today! Folks, today I am going to reveal my favorite after work pre-workout snack that takes no time at all to make and it is cheap. We all like cheap healthy snacks, right?
This delicious snack only has 5 ingredients and takes up very little of your day.
2 Slices of Toasted Bread
Cracked Pepper
Sea Salt
1 Whole Avocado (Still didn't spell it right the first time...)
Parmesan (This item is optional)
Step 1: Stick slices of bread in toaster. Side note, it is best to use whole grain. Healthier for you!
Step 2: Cut avocado in half while bread is toasting.
Step 3: Once the bread has finished toasting to your desired crunch, put on plate/napkin and scoop out avocado onto bread as shown in the picture.
Step 4: Take that same spoon and spread the avocado around on the bread. I found that it helps to stab the top part of the avocado and then spread it around.
Step 5: Lightly salt, pepper, and sprinkle Parmesan
Step 6: Enjoy a delightful snack that also helps to burn fat thanks to the avocado!
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Scheduling Productivity
Like many people now'n'days, I have very little free time it appears. Busy hanging out with friends, busy getting ready for a dinner party, busy with homework/project that is due soon, busy working, busy cleaning, busy busy busy. The most effective tool against saying, "I'm too busy to workout!", "I have no time today", or "Tomorrow is better than today" is schedule when you plan to hit the gym. Carve out a simple one hour block to take the time to get into shape. Three to five days a week. A maximum of five hours out of 168 hours in a week. People, that isn't a lot of time taken up in the gym.
Now, you should have added this workout block to your Google calendar, day keeper, or some other method of keeping your life together. What is the best way to stick to this? What if a best friend asks you to dinner? Easy, tell them you have to workout before hand and want to meet up afterwards. The key to building a healthy habit of going to the gym regularly is to not make excuses. No. Excuses. You have an appointment with that run or with those sexy weights. Remember, there is always next week to do what you want to do. Taking time for yourself is a healthy and safe way to give you time to refocus on what is ahead of you.
Now, you should have added this workout block to your Google calendar, day keeper, or some other method of keeping your life together. What is the best way to stick to this? What if a best friend asks you to dinner? Easy, tell them you have to workout before hand and want to meet up afterwards. The key to building a healthy habit of going to the gym regularly is to not make excuses. No. Excuses. You have an appointment with that run or with those sexy weights. Remember, there is always next week to do what you want to do. Taking time for yourself is a healthy and safe way to give you time to refocus on what is ahead of you.
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