I didn't go to morning mayhem and I feel like my day started off wrong. I wasn't suppose to go because I am headed in this afternoon when its empty to make up a benchmark WOD, but I still feel off. I love the morning crew and they get my through my workouts. Alot of times I look at the board and it's like they want me to do what. Slowly I have been learning that I am capable of doing the WOD. It helps that I can finally tell that my body getting stronger. Once, I started keeping track of my workouts, it was like I was actually accomplishing something.
But back on the track, the bigger thing is FRAN.
WTF. That was the longest 6:02 of my life. I have no idea if its always that bad or if its because I was upped on coffee and needed to eat. I only used a 35# bar, and ring rows and all I can say is woah... my mind was blown, I actually get why people talk about Fran how they do.
I have noticed some other changes in me this week. All my thoughts are currently revolving around health, being healthy, working out and things to improve on. Normally, I would be happy as heck that I am thinking of ways to improve my body, mind and spirit. Yet, my thoughts should be on the test I have on Monday. Instead, I am thinking of ways to incorporate more movement into my day at work, or things to do on my lunch even though its freezing out. Recipes keep drifting around in my mind, and things I would like to try.
The year of fitness is big in my mind and I wonder if I will be able to accomplish my goals before my birthday in July. I prefer doing my resolutions and set goals around my birthday instead of the New Year. It usually seems to work better. Starting the middle of summer and ending there as well. Plus, no matter what I get to celebrate. At this point only time will tell and maybe the scale tomorrow. =P
Friday, January 6, 2012
Discoveries
There are a few things I have discovered this far into my paleo challenge and I figured I would share.
LARABARS
Complete and utter awesomeness. Pecan Pie, Coconut Cream Pie, Cashew Chew. I will let you in on a little secret. I loved Luna Bars, but they were not paleo, not even close and it made me sad. Then one day wandering around in the grocery store I see these and decide to look. Someone was watching out for me that day, I don't know what I would do without them. I love them as a mid morning snack a on a day that I have worked out.
Shrimp
Totally on sale this week at Price Chopper, which lead to me making shrimp curry. An awesome shrimp curry, so yummy and simple. It seems I have finally gotten a good curry recipe down. I have been testing different recipes for curry over the last month. Its about time I figured it out.
Butternut squash
Peppers and onions
Curry Powder
Salt seasoning
Coconut Milk, but one the top 3/4 of a can
Shrimp
It came out perfectly, my BF had it with rice and I will say that I was totally jealous. I resisted the rice but it was perfect. Nice and thick, spicy,with shrimp goodness. Mmmhmm, going to have to make some more.
A workout log
I have discovered that writing down my workouts, keeps me accountable and excited. I want to put another entry into my pretty little notebook. I want to see if there is something I improved on or if I have done this workout before. I have been writing down everything since December 1st and I wished I started this sooner. In September I tried to keep track of it online, but it wasn't satisfying and it felt like work. Now, I want to write down what I have been doing. It makes a big difference.
LARABARS
Complete and utter awesomeness. Pecan Pie, Coconut Cream Pie, Cashew Chew. I will let you in on a little secret. I loved Luna Bars, but they were not paleo, not even close and it made me sad. Then one day wandering around in the grocery store I see these and decide to look. Someone was watching out for me that day, I don't know what I would do without them. I love them as a mid morning snack a on a day that I have worked out.
Shrimp
Totally on sale this week at Price Chopper, which lead to me making shrimp curry. An awesome shrimp curry, so yummy and simple. It seems I have finally gotten a good curry recipe down. I have been testing different recipes for curry over the last month. Its about time I figured it out.
Butternut squash
Peppers and onions
Curry Powder
Salt seasoning
Coconut Milk, but one the top 3/4 of a can
Shrimp
It came out perfectly, my BF had it with rice and I will say that I was totally jealous. I resisted the rice but it was perfect. Nice and thick, spicy,with shrimp goodness. Mmmhmm, going to have to make some more.
A workout log
I have discovered that writing down my workouts, keeps me accountable and excited. I want to put another entry into my pretty little notebook. I want to see if there is something I improved on or if I have done this workout before. I have been writing down everything since December 1st and I wished I started this sooner. In September I tried to keep track of it online, but it wasn't satisfying and it felt like work. Now, I want to write down what I have been doing. It makes a big difference.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
The Day of Five
Today has been a good day. I am doing alot better then I thought I would be. Emotionally, I am in check although my focus has been all over the place. I can't wait to go to the gym tomorrow, and I am wicked happy I don't have work. The day is going to be spent studying, and focusing on my test. I did build in sometime to take breaks and just goof off since this week has been so upsetting.
All in all I am doing good. I learned that I can be very flexible with eating out and it isn't that hard to eat paleo going out. I found out that sometimes things really do work out for a reason, and some steps are a good thing. The last thing I realized today is that sometimes you just have to listen to what your gut is telling you.
My only concern right now is Feb and March. I am trying to not think about it but during those two months we tend to eat alot a couple times a week because of work. By the time I get home I have no energy to cook. Well, I shouldn't be thinking about that now. I have made it Five days, tomorrow will be Six.
All in all I am doing good. I learned that I can be very flexible with eating out and it isn't that hard to eat paleo going out. I found out that sometimes things really do work out for a reason, and some steps are a good thing. The last thing I realized today is that sometimes you just have to listen to what your gut is telling you.
My only concern right now is Feb and March. I am trying to not think about it but during those two months we tend to eat alot a couple times a week because of work. By the time I get home I have no energy to cook. Well, I shouldn't be thinking about that now. I have made it Five days, tomorrow will be Six.
Day Four, bring on some more...
I seem to be doing okay. I mean, I am keeping with my food plan, I am working out on days(like today) that I planned. Therefore, that should mean that I am doing good. In reality that isn't the case. I am stressed out beyond believe and keep having really weird mood swings. I am not sure what to blame in this case. I have a huge test on Monday which is a big source of stress. Not to mention all the benchmark workouts have been on days that I don't go to the gym. Add in the fact that all my free time is suppose to be spent studying and yeah, I might be freaking out.
My mind keeps going back to the point that this might have not been the best time to go for a challenge like this. Tax season is starting and I need to stay on track at work, I am trying to get in all the review I need for this test, while at thes ame time trying to eat a difficult diet and get to the gym. I can't even really say it will get better after monday when I take the test because I need to start studying for the next one, which I was planning on taking in Feb. Plus, tax season will just get worse as deadlines get closer.
I keep telling myself to take deep breaths and I am not the only one who has a ton going on right now. I know I can do this and I know I am not going to withdraw from the challenge, but so far this has been a rough week. I just need to keep moving forward, and I really hope these mood swings vanish.
Deep breath...
My mind keeps going back to the point that this might have not been the best time to go for a challenge like this. Tax season is starting and I need to stay on track at work, I am trying to get in all the review I need for this test, while at thes ame time trying to eat a difficult diet and get to the gym. I can't even really say it will get better after monday when I take the test because I need to start studying for the next one, which I was planning on taking in Feb. Plus, tax season will just get worse as deadlines get closer.
I keep telling myself to take deep breaths and I am not the only one who has a ton going on right now. I know I can do this and I know I am not going to withdraw from the challenge, but so far this has been a rough week. I just need to keep moving forward, and I really hope these mood swings vanish.
Deep breath...
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Day 3, is that a muscle?
So, your not going to believe me. Guess what? Crossfit works. I have been at ACF since I think the end of September. I haven't really lost weight or many inches and I had no idea what was going on. Then my back scratched and it took a moment for me to realize that I wasn't touching flubby fat, I actually have muscles I can feel.
Next thing you know I am trying to see if I can feel other muscles and I can! I have been losing fat and gaining muscle, now I just need to lose the rest of the fat. I feel so dumb for wondering why I haven't dropped any weight over the last quarter. Now, I know and I wonder since I am changing my diet and being strict if I am going to start slimming down a bit. Everyone has been saying I am looking great, but none of my numbers were changing. I guess they weren't joking, I really couldn't tell.
I am so excited. I can't wait for bathing suit season now. Maybe I will fit into my little black dress for the ACF Formal in Feb.
So, back to normal things. I ate great today, keeping with paleo. Today wasn't a Crossfit day but tomorrow will be. I am thinking of buying a speed rope so I can work on my double-unders on my days off. Maybe... That could be fun.
Next thing you know I am trying to see if I can feel other muscles and I can! I have been losing fat and gaining muscle, now I just need to lose the rest of the fat. I feel so dumb for wondering why I haven't dropped any weight over the last quarter. Now, I know and I wonder since I am changing my diet and being strict if I am going to start slimming down a bit. Everyone has been saying I am looking great, but none of my numbers were changing. I guess they weren't joking, I really couldn't tell.
I am so excited. I can't wait for bathing suit season now. Maybe I will fit into my little black dress for the ACF Formal in Feb.
So, back to normal things. I ate great today, keeping with paleo. Today wasn't a Crossfit day but tomorrow will be. I am thinking of buying a speed rope so I can work on my double-unders on my days off. Maybe... That could be fun.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Dang thats one way to start the day...
WOD
I. “Grux”
21-15-12-9-6-3
Hand Stand Push-Ups
*5 minutes rest
II. 5 Sets
3 Rounds
5 Strict Pull-Ups
10 Push-Ups
15 Air Squats
*2 minutes rest between set
III. Tabata Flutter Kicks
I get to ACF this morning for the 5:45 am class and that's what I see. I was half tempted to turn around and just skip. I suck at HSPU's not to mention thats like 15 sets, so like 150 push ups if my math is correct. Not counting the HSPU's that I modify on a box. I totally started at 12, skipping 21 and 15. There just wasn't any way for me to actually make it through the workout. Then there were freaking pull ups.
Now, one of my goals is to start doing pull ups with a band, but I was not going to go for that on day 2 of 90. It just wasn't going to happen, so ring rows. I am scared shitless of those freaking bands. I made it through 3 sets so 9 rounds total. The time cap was 35 minutes which I hit perfectly. I was totally dead at that point. Then it was Tabata FK for pain. They were the longest 20 seconds of my life and the shortest 10. I wouldn't have made it through it without the people cheering me on when they saw my legs start to stop.
I totally give morning mayhem props for dragging me through today.
Okay on to my food. I did awesome.
Breakfast: omlete with cheese, plus 3 slices of bacon
Lunch: larabar, pecans, clementine
Dinner: shrimp curry with butternut squash
Lunch was small since breakfast and dinner were on the bigger side. Dinner was freaking awesome. I have been perfecting my curry sauce and I think I have finally nailed it.
So, far I am two days down and doing good. The only downside is the my idea of a latte made with almond milk, was a good one. I just didn't like it. Next time I am trying coconut milk...
I. “Grux”
21-15-12-9-6-3
Hand Stand Push-Ups
*5 minutes rest
II. 5 Sets
3 Rounds
5 Strict Pull-Ups
10 Push-Ups
15 Air Squats
*2 minutes rest between set
III. Tabata Flutter Kicks
I get to ACF this morning for the 5:45 am class and that's what I see. I was half tempted to turn around and just skip. I suck at HSPU's not to mention thats like 15 sets, so like 150 push ups if my math is correct. Not counting the HSPU's that I modify on a box. I totally started at 12, skipping 21 and 15. There just wasn't any way for me to actually make it through the workout. Then there were freaking pull ups.
Now, one of my goals is to start doing pull ups with a band, but I was not going to go for that on day 2 of 90. It just wasn't going to happen, so ring rows. I am scared shitless of those freaking bands. I made it through 3 sets so 9 rounds total. The time cap was 35 minutes which I hit perfectly. I was totally dead at that point. Then it was Tabata FK for pain. They were the longest 20 seconds of my life and the shortest 10. I wouldn't have made it through it without the people cheering me on when they saw my legs start to stop.
I totally give morning mayhem props for dragging me through today.
Okay on to my food. I did awesome.
Breakfast: omlete with cheese, plus 3 slices of bacon
Lunch: larabar, pecans, clementine
Dinner: shrimp curry with butternut squash
Lunch was small since breakfast and dinner were on the bigger side. Dinner was freaking awesome. I have been perfecting my curry sauce and I think I have finally nailed it.
So, far I am two days down and doing good. The only downside is the my idea of a latte made with almond milk, was a good one. I just didn't like it. Next time I am trying coconut milk...
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Day One - One Down 89 To Go
Today was almost as easy day, it would have been perfect if I hadn't slept in as late as I did. There was only one WOD today and there wasn't a chance I was going in. I am not a fan of crowds, not to mention I slept through it. So Fran goes on my list to get done, thrusters and pull ups. Fitting since I would like to be able to do a pull up at the end of this.
Food wise I had a great day:
Breakfast: omelet w/bacon and cheese
Lunch: Salad w/c chicken carrots cucumbers
Snack: pecans, dark chocolate square
Dinner: steak, w/ onion, mushrooms, and a salad asparagus
I am hoping that there is going to be a 5:45 am WOD tomorrow. I think there is but I will have to check later once the WOD get updated. That's my plan for tomorrow, workout early. I am totally a morning mayhem member. Tonight I got to hit up the grocery store and get stocked for the week.
My only big note would be that I really wanted the cheeze-its my BF had with his lunch. I resisted, but I am totally craving crunching things. The pecans helped... I am going to have to keep an eye on my nut intake.
Food wise I had a great day:
Breakfast: omelet w/bacon and cheese
Lunch: Salad w/c chicken carrots cucumbers
Snack: pecans, dark chocolate square
Dinner: steak, w/ onion, mushrooms, and a salad asparagus
I am hoping that there is going to be a 5:45 am WOD tomorrow. I think there is but I will have to check later once the WOD get updated. That's my plan for tomorrow, workout early. I am totally a morning mayhem member. Tonight I got to hit up the grocery store and get stocked for the week.
My only big note would be that I really wanted the cheeze-its my BF had with his lunch. I resisted, but I am totally craving crunching things. The pecans helped... I am going to have to keep an eye on my nut intake.
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