I went to the gym this afternoon, after getting a fail on my first electronic publishing assignment. I felt like crap. It was good to to relieve some stress on a couple cardio machines.
I worked out for 20 minutes on the stationery bike, and then another 22 minutes on the elliptical. It felt awesome. And there were a few cute guys to look at while I worked away!
I realized that lately I haven't been writing in my food journal. I think I should continue to stay on track, though I've been forgetting. I think I've been eating too much at school and buying too much coffee, and having too many drinks at work. It's time to document to get back on track.
I find that every time I work out, I get super hungry afterward! I know you're supposed to keep up stamina by eating some carbs while you work out, like a banana or chocolate milk, but I was so starving, I'm glad my roommate had supper ready for us when I got home!
I guess that's all for now!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Sunday, September 27, 2009
I feel like a Fazzo
Ugh. The last couple days I've been eating like crap. I haven't been eating frequently enough, thanks to running to work every day this weekend. I've mostly consumed Starbucks instead of real nutrients. Last night I had really amazing Mediterranean pasta and garlic bread at Earl's around the midnight hour. Not the greatest plan, considering I woke up 7 hours later still feeling full. Gross. At this point if I don't hit up the gym tomorrow I might as well turn into a hermit or something, because I will not end up looking anything like 'wow'.
However work itself feels like a workout. Weekends are NUTS at that place. I can't understand how people can stand in line a mile long for more than 5 minutes to wait for an overpriced cup of coffee. Really. I don't get it sometimes... Oh well, if you have the time go for it, I guess.
Anyway, I am dead-tired from the day, ready to crash!
However work itself feels like a workout. Weekends are NUTS at that place. I can't understand how people can stand in line a mile long for more than 5 minutes to wait for an overpriced cup of coffee. Really. I don't get it sometimes... Oh well, if you have the time go for it, I guess.
Anyway, I am dead-tired from the day, ready to crash!
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
September Savvy
Here's a link to an article from Women's Health I found on MSN.CA. It talks about being your own motivation to work out. I liked the advice, since I know working out for my own benefit is the only reason I would go through the effort. On the other hand, I do feel like having outside motivators can be helpful too. For instance, if you have a date next weekend and want to look amazing, you might step up the number of times you enter that sweat-smelling gym. Or if you were getting married and didn't want your extra 'muffin' top to ruin the silhouette of your very expensive wedding gown. Or maybe you want to seek sweet 'revenge' on an awful ex-boyfriend and looking amazing in your LBD (little black dress) while he stands next to the cheap looking girl he cheated on you with could be just the key. Either way, whatever motivation someone has for the gym is validated, as long as it gets you moving.
I realize I am still not taking this venture very seriously- I think I need a workout buddy. I remember last year in Lions a couple of the girls on my floor went with me for a couple weeks, and we stuck to it and I actually did see some results. Those of which that are gone at the moment, but I hope to find soon...very soon! I told myself a while ago that I had until I was 21 to get into the shape I want, and I am still much too far from that goal. My 21st birthday is in about a month, that doesn't leave me a lot of time, but there is still time. I should use this time frame to create a new start point and take it week by week. Starting on September 20th my 4 week plan will commence. I will write before then to determine a weekly plan that I can work with.
For now I am planning on the gym tomorrow after classes. Also, I have to come up with a list of healthier drinks to consume at work. It's true I don't have to consume any of them, but it's nice when I'm in the mood to have some healthier options.
I realize I am still not taking this venture very seriously- I think I need a workout buddy. I remember last year in Lions a couple of the girls on my floor went with me for a couple weeks, and we stuck to it and I actually did see some results. Those of which that are gone at the moment, but I hope to find soon...very soon! I told myself a while ago that I had until I was 21 to get into the shape I want, and I am still much too far from that goal. My 21st birthday is in about a month, that doesn't leave me a lot of time, but there is still time. I should use this time frame to create a new start point and take it week by week. Starting on September 20th my 4 week plan will commence. I will write before then to determine a weekly plan that I can work with.
For now I am planning on the gym tomorrow after classes. Also, I have to come up with a list of healthier drinks to consume at work. It's true I don't have to consume any of them, but it's nice when I'm in the mood to have some healthier options.
Saturday, September 5, 2009
A Sunny Saturday
I like the idea of keeping a food journal. It keeps things I consume in check and I can always refer back to it when I need to remember how I'm doing nutrition wise.
Today I woke up at 12:30, I had a bowl of vanilla almond Special K with skim milk. For a snack later I'll have hummus and veggies, and for supper I'll eat my leftover chicken breast and brussel sprouts. I'm going out for a birthday tonight but I intend on only having a couple low-cal drinks. Something like vodka and orange, not exactly sure. I should look up some 'healthy' bevies.
On the physical front, I went to the gym once this week. It's a pretty small gym, but it was very empty while I was there. I only use the cardio machines because I feel self-conscious about using the weights when there are strange guys standing next to me. I think it's okay to break up a work out and do toning at home where I have privacy. I only went to the gym once this week, so I have to go even more if I want results. For today, my cardio will be dancing tonight, and I'm about to go do some toning with my exercise ball right away.
Today I woke up at 12:30, I had a bowl of vanilla almond Special K with skim milk. For a snack later I'll have hummus and veggies, and for supper I'll eat my leftover chicken breast and brussel sprouts. I'm going out for a birthday tonight but I intend on only having a couple low-cal drinks. Something like vodka and orange, not exactly sure. I should look up some 'healthy' bevies.
On the physical front, I went to the gym once this week. It's a pretty small gym, but it was very empty while I was there. I only use the cardio machines because I feel self-conscious about using the weights when there are strange guys standing next to me. I think it's okay to break up a work out and do toning at home where I have privacy. I only went to the gym once this week, so I have to go even more if I want results. For today, my cardio will be dancing tonight, and I'm about to go do some toning with my exercise ball right away.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Back to School
So I'm officially back in Winnipeg, and it feels great! I didn't think I'd ever make it.
I'm happy to have found out today that Red River has a fitness centre! It's small but seemingly perfect. I can't wait to get in there and start going cardio crazy!
Since I just moved into my new place as of yesterday, I'm a bit limited on the grocery front. So today, I ate two pieces of whole wheat toast with pineapple and pear jam and OJ. For lunch I had a quick (and free) hotdog at school with a half of a coke zero. For snack I had some whole grain crackers with hummus, some pretzels, and a piece of the baked dessert that Sharilyn made. For supper I had apple slices and peanut butter. For a movie snack I had a few more pretzels and another piece of that damn dessert...and another coke zero, that I have yet to finish.
My exercise for the day would be walking from graham avenue to Red River-twice. All together that would be about a good 40 minutes, plus all the walking I did at school today, and on the way to and from bus stops. I'm utterly exhausted, after a horrible night's sleep- my new neighbours take the shape of a bar, where they played outdated 90's country (achy breaky heart) really loud with loud applause as accompaniment- Needless to say I had a less than desirable time of slumber. I'm going to bed right away however, and I'm packing some gym clothes so as my lovely college tourguide said today I can "work on my fitness". It's about time. Walking didn't do much for me when I was back home. I hate the idea of running outside, and therefore a good elliptical should do me wonders. I haven't checked lately but I believe I am still at the same weight as last reported. No numbers need be mentioned.
Until next time,
Renee
I'm happy to have found out today that Red River has a fitness centre! It's small but seemingly perfect. I can't wait to get in there and start going cardio crazy!
Since I just moved into my new place as of yesterday, I'm a bit limited on the grocery front. So today, I ate two pieces of whole wheat toast with pineapple and pear jam and OJ. For lunch I had a quick (and free) hotdog at school with a half of a coke zero. For snack I had some whole grain crackers with hummus, some pretzels, and a piece of the baked dessert that Sharilyn made. For supper I had apple slices and peanut butter. For a movie snack I had a few more pretzels and another piece of that damn dessert...and another coke zero, that I have yet to finish.
My exercise for the day would be walking from graham avenue to Red River-twice. All together that would be about a good 40 minutes, plus all the walking I did at school today, and on the way to and from bus stops. I'm utterly exhausted, after a horrible night's sleep- my new neighbours take the shape of a bar, where they played outdated 90's country (achy breaky heart) really loud with loud applause as accompaniment- Needless to say I had a less than desirable time of slumber. I'm going to bed right away however, and I'm packing some gym clothes so as my lovely college tourguide said today I can "work on my fitness". It's about time. Walking didn't do much for me when I was back home. I hate the idea of running outside, and therefore a good elliptical should do me wonders. I haven't checked lately but I believe I am still at the same weight as last reported. No numbers need be mentioned.
Until next time,
Renee
Monday, August 24, 2009
Mundane Monday
It's another Monday and it feels like a fresh start- yet again. Since I last wrote, it turns out I didn't gain the ten pounds I thought I had (major relief)! So currently I weigh 181 pounds, and my measurements are: Bust- 42.5 inches, Waist- 35 inches, and Hips- 45 inches. The only good thing about this is the fact that when I was looking up my BMI (which is atrocious) it said that an unhealthy waistline is anything more than 35 inches. So I'm just making the cut for being 'healthy'. However, my BMI is 31.1 meaning I am 'obese' according to the chart. My healthy weight range according to my body mass index is 107.8 pounds to 145.1 pounds. I haven't been within my healthy weight range since highschool 3 years ago! I am currently 36 pounds away from the end of the healthy range.
My goal weight will range from 115-130 pounds, meaning I have about 50-65 pounds to go. It's such a large number, yet I feel I won't be satisfied until I reach that weight again. I can remember being 14 and wearing a size 7 jean, a far cry from what I can squeeze into now. I figure if I buckle down and TRULY committ, I can lose about 8-10 pounds a month, and in 6 to 7 months from now I will be where I want to be. Though I am giving myself a year. A year from now to get to atleast 130 pounds.
In order to get to that goal, I have a plan of action which includes the following:
My goal weight will range from 115-130 pounds, meaning I have about 50-65 pounds to go. It's such a large number, yet I feel I won't be satisfied until I reach that weight again. I can remember being 14 and wearing a size 7 jean, a far cry from what I can squeeze into now. I figure if I buckle down and TRULY committ, I can lose about 8-10 pounds a month, and in 6 to 7 months from now I will be where I want to be. Though I am giving myself a year. A year from now to get to atleast 130 pounds.
In order to get to that goal, I have a plan of action which includes the following:
- Cut out some alcohol
- Drink more water
- Do cardio at least 3-5 times a week for at least 30 minutes
- Limit carbs
- Eat more veggies/fruit
- Do not drink pop or sugary juices- only water, tea and milk
- Do not consume food after 7:30pm
- Do not forget the rules on weekends!
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Wasted Weekends
So, I've been living a constant pattern of trying to diet and be healthy during the week but then when the weekend hits, I ditch the food journal and start drinking and eating irresponsibly. I'm still struggling with staying motivated. I wonder if I'll ever man up and start taking this seriously...
I guess right now on the plus side my dad is so lame that there's no food in the fridge, so there goes any worry about temptation. I feel dreadful however in my decision to use my last few free dollars to buy my own snacks-cherry almond chocolate, pretzels and curry flavored rice chips. It all just sounds so appetizing. Maybe I shouldn't write about the indulgent foods I shouldn't be eating.
I've also noticed that I need to start writing in this blog more often. I think since the summer, I may have gained ten pounds. It's horrifying it really is. I can't even stand to think about it, but I'll have to- everyday it is a constant reminder that I must take action to achieve the results I want.
Instead of writing about my inspirations again, I will write down a couple healthy recipes that I want to try.
Banana Cake
3 moist brown bananas
2 eggs
dark brown sugar
grape seed oil or butter
all purpose flour
baking powder
baking soda
cinnamon
nutmeg
walnuts
Mash all ingredients with a masher, butter a cake pan, cook until finished at 350 degrees.
I guess right now on the plus side my dad is so lame that there's no food in the fridge, so there goes any worry about temptation. I feel dreadful however in my decision to use my last few free dollars to buy my own snacks-cherry almond chocolate, pretzels and curry flavored rice chips. It all just sounds so appetizing. Maybe I shouldn't write about the indulgent foods I shouldn't be eating.
I've also noticed that I need to start writing in this blog more often. I think since the summer, I may have gained ten pounds. It's horrifying it really is. I can't even stand to think about it, but I'll have to- everyday it is a constant reminder that I must take action to achieve the results I want.
Instead of writing about my inspirations again, I will write down a couple healthy recipes that I want to try.
Thai Chicken Marinade
400 ml can of coconut milk
125 ml (1/2 cup) peanut butter
30 ml (2 tbsp) fish sauce
30 ml (2 tbsp) red or green curry paste
10 ml (2 tsp) granulated sugar
60 ml (1/4 cup) chopped coriander (cilantro)
6-8 chicken breasts
Mix coconut milk, peanut butter, curry paste, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Then stir in coriander. Makes about 360 ml (2 1/4 cups) marinade. Before marinating, cut shallow slashes in chicken breasts. Marinate minimum of 30 minutes to overnight before grilling. Can also be used to marinate 1.5 lbs shrimp (marinate for 30 minutes).
*Serve with jasmine rice or stir fried veggies
*Keep chicken refrigerated while marinating
*Grill 5-7 per side
400 ml can of coconut milk
125 ml (1/2 cup) peanut butter
30 ml (2 tbsp) fish sauce
30 ml (2 tbsp) red or green curry paste
10 ml (2 tsp) granulated sugar
60 ml (1/4 cup) chopped coriander (cilantro)
6-8 chicken breasts
Mix coconut milk, peanut butter, curry paste, lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Then stir in coriander. Makes about 360 ml (2 1/4 cups) marinade. Before marinating, cut shallow slashes in chicken breasts. Marinate minimum of 30 minutes to overnight before grilling. Can also be used to marinate 1.5 lbs shrimp (marinate for 30 minutes).
*Serve with jasmine rice or stir fried veggies
*Keep chicken refrigerated while marinating
*Grill 5-7 per side
Banana Cake
3 moist brown bananas
2 eggs
dark brown sugar
grape seed oil or butter
all purpose flour
baking powder
baking soda
cinnamon
nutmeg
walnuts
Mash all ingredients with a masher, butter a cake pan, cook until finished at 350 degrees.
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