I started to write this post a while ago but never completed it. With my evenings a little more tied up with exercise (versus going in the mornings) and my new use of Pinterest I haven't spent much time writing. Its time to get back at it!
Over the past few months now I've been exercising lots and eating healthier - its been great and I'm starting to see results. Anyone who has gained and then lost weight knows just how GOOD it feels to fit into your clothes again. Not having to unbutton my jeans while at a movie (which were even made with spandex, I might add) feels wonderful and is a sure confidence boost.
I stopped weighing myself - the progress is not fast enough and the numbers can be disappointing while you wait. Increased muscle also adds mass and can be deceiving. The difference in how I feel is enough to keep me motivated.
Cooking
I've made several delicious and easy clean-eating recipes lately which I posted previously - Spicy Chicken Sausage and Mushroom Soup (found on my "Bowled Over at Runner's World" link) and Spicy Baked Chickpeas. Both were super easy, satisfying and delicious!
Eating
While at work, my eating habits are great. Especially if I'm busy, I eat only what I need and it's mostly healthy. But when I go home, watch out! Eating seconds, and finishing it with cookies and/or chocolate is a bad habit I need to change ASAP. I did well at the start of the week but have since wavered as I got tired. Because I exercise I think I'm justified by eating more. My goal is now to choose healthier options when hungry. Food that fill without the calories are ideal. Air-popped popcorn is one favorite I'm going to reach for.
Exercise
With my new running buddy Kristy, I've been getting lots of great mileage and pushing myself to the limits. We ran the Flat Out 5K several weekends ago, and then the Mundy Pond 5K (where I scored a personal best at 30:28!) Next weekend we have the Burton's Pond 5K
Friday, 27 April 2012
Thursday, 19 April 2012
Saturday, 31 March 2012
Wednesday, 28 March 2012
Shin Splints
I've been experiencing some shin splint pain recently as I've ramped up my weekly mileage. It's not bad but I want to keep injury at bay. Below are some promising stretches:
3 Stretches for Shin Splints
Friday, 23 March 2012
Ohhh its good!
Exercise
I started running this week with Kristy, a former coworker and friend. Kristy helped relax me during my first run, the Quidi Vidi 5K! We are running 5K four times each week for two weeks. Week #1 is complete and it was great, minus the cccccccold weather. After some more layers and warmer clothes I was fine.
Food
To thank a co-worker for giving me a coffee mug, and to thank my boyfriend for the delicious supper he made, I decided to bake cookies. Nothing healthy about these unless you think about the benefits of cocoa! I didn't have any butter or margarine so I used shortening. They turned out great and everyone loved them!
And here is a link to the yummmmmmy dinner Lee cooked:
I started running this week with Kristy, a former coworker and friend. Kristy helped relax me during my first run, the Quidi Vidi 5K! We are running 5K four times each week for two weeks. Week #1 is complete and it was great, minus the cccccccold weather. After some more layers and warmer clothes I was fine.
Food
To thank a co-worker for giving me a coffee mug, and to thank my boyfriend for the delicious supper he made, I decided to bake cookies. Nothing healthy about these unless you think about the benefits of cocoa! I didn't have any butter or margarine so I used shortening. They turned out great and everyone loved them!
And here is a link to the yummmmmmy dinner Lee cooked:
Tuesday, 13 March 2012
Steady Pace
Circle of Life
Last week I did well with the exercise but sadly my Great-Grandmother passed away. She was loved greatly and we were blessed to have her for 92 years. I won't provide an update on last week because naturally, exercise was not the priority.
Exercise
This week however, I'm off to a great start. I ran yesterday for 50 minutes and today I started running for 11 minutes instead of 10 and ran for 33 minutes (a slow run).
Food
My eating habits have been great. Except for a glitch last week, I'm on a roll (fingers crossed and praying). My meals have consisted of:
Breakfast: Smoothie (milk, banana, flaxseed and vanilla)
Post-Workout: Chocolate protein shake
Post-Post Workout: Bread (toasted) with peanut butter or Egg sandwich
Snack: Cup of green tea
Lunch: Soup or Sandwich and Salad
Snack: Yogurt with Pumpkin Seeds or Nuts and Cup of green tea
Dinner: Not so much regulated. Trying to eat more vegetables and fewer carbs. :)
Links
I found some great links I'd like to share:
Last week I did well with the exercise but sadly my Great-Grandmother passed away. She was loved greatly and we were blessed to have her for 92 years. I won't provide an update on last week because naturally, exercise was not the priority.
Exercise
This week however, I'm off to a great start. I ran yesterday for 50 minutes and today I started running for 11 minutes instead of 10 and ran for 33 minutes (a slow run).
Food
My eating habits have been great. Except for a glitch last week, I'm on a roll (fingers crossed and praying). My meals have consisted of:
Breakfast: Smoothie (milk, banana, flaxseed and vanilla)
Post-Workout: Chocolate protein shake
Post-Post Workout: Bread (toasted) with peanut butter or Egg sandwich
Snack: Cup of green tea
Lunch: Soup or Sandwich and Salad
Snack: Yogurt with Pumpkin Seeds or Nuts and Cup of green tea
Dinner: Not so much regulated. Trying to eat more vegetables and fewer carbs. :)
Links
I found some great links I'd like to share:
Ask Georgie - a nutritionist passionate about health.
Foodbuzz - a combination of food blogs to display the best content.
New Hope 360 - connecting the healthy lifestyle industry, from supply to shelf. This link is to some delicious soup recipes.
LiveStrong.com - this is an article about the health benefits of brown rice and beans, a topic I've heard of recently.
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