So remember the “game on diet” I was talking about on Wednesday? Its kind of turning out to be the “game that’s not really for me.” I don’t think it’s a bad game, I think it can definitely help you form and practice a healthy living, but its kind of altering my already healthy lifestyle.
I exercise, eat well, I’m happy with my weight (aka my clothes fit, weight is just a number), so why am I trying to alter my already healthy lifestyle to follow someone else’s rules? Maybe it was my competitive nature coming out or maybe I thought (and it definitely is) nice to be involved in a game with my co-workers? Who knows, but I think I’m going to be blowing the whistle on this game soon.
One of the rules in the game is to eat 5 meals per day. You get penalized if you eat more or don’t fulfill all 5 meals. Like I said in my “About Me” section, I’m working on listening to my body and am trying to eat when I’m hungry and stop when I’m full. Force feeding myself to get in that last meal or starving because I only get 5 meals per day isn’t really helping me work towards that perfect balance. I’m sure it works for some people. I mean, the rules are pretty easy to follow and if you have a competitive edge it’s quite appealing (that’s what sold me on it) but if you’re already in a routine that works well for you, why change? I’m a bit ashamed about quitting so early on, but this is a great example of how not all fitness regimens, diets, and fads work for everyone. I need to do what’s right for me and my body!
Are you set in a comfortable routine? How do you feel about change?
Glad I got that off my chest… On to today’s eats!
I did stop for that tall skinny cinnamon dolce latte on my way to work. So good : )
Notice, no cardboard “koozie” on cup. Go green, if you don’t really need one, don’t take one!
Though the latte made me feel like a million bucks, that pain-free run I was bragging about earlier wasn’t so pain-free a few hours later. One I got to my desk and sat for a bit, I could feel is getting tight. I took and Advil and did some stretches to loosen up.
This one sitting in my desk chair with one leg (my bad hip) crossed over really, really hurts, but definitely helps. I still have to manually lift my leg, place it there, and use my desk to hold it down, but my flexibility is already 100 times better than it was a few months ago!
Whoa! Check out those Dankso boots! Love these guys, just got them for my bday. Thanks mom and Dad!
OK, for lunch today I went with a can of Progressive Minestrone soup, a pita with garlic hummus and salad greens, and a Ghirardelli dark chocolate white mint square.
…..Maybe there was some dipping going on
The soup turned out to be pretty filling and held be over till about 4:45 when I snacked on a TJ’s low fat string cheese and a serving of Triscuit crackers.
And a banana for some potassium : )
Yah for the weekend! This week has been pretty crazy at work so I’m looking forward to doing absolutely nothing tonight. I am currently enjoying a nice glass of red (in my super cool Crate & Barrel stemless wine glasses) and will be heading out for some Indian take out soon. Bring on the naan!
Tomorrow is up early again for the horses. I hope it’s not too cold out and maybe I can get a quick ride in then off to take my first spin class at Healthworks with the use of this weeks Groupon! I’ve heard so many great things about this gym; I’m really looking forward to it! I will report back with a full review! It is also conveniently located next to Shaw’s so I can replenish my Barney Butter stash!!
Do you try to plan out your weekends or just relax and let things flow?
How quickly does your jar of Barney Butter disappear????? Haha
Last of the 5 for 5!
- I never really ate or enjoyed oatmeal until I starting readying healthy living blogs. Now it’s a staple in my diet.
- I literally eat an apple a day.
- I may be a quitter is games, but if I start reading a book, whether I like it or now, I have to finish it before I can pick up something new (It took me 6 months, no lie, to finish Eat, Pray, Love).
- I’m super jealous of my sister Lauren who will be training for her second marathon this fall. Chicago!!
- There are 4 things in life that I do (like to) talk about. Politics, religion, outer space, and Michael Jackson.
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