Weight is down to 195.0, so I'm down 5.2 since starting the Flat Belly Diet 2 weeks ago. I'm VERY happy about that. I am usually a slow loser.
Tomorrow morning I have my wrist surgery so will not be able to weight lift for a while. :-( On Thursday I'm flying to Arkansas to spend some time with my mom. She's been doing so well, but seems to be declining a bit.
Currently loosely using the Flat Belly Diet plan. A healthy way of eating for LIFE!
Monday, February 23, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Cherry-Chocolate Waffle
By request:
1 LifeStream Organic FlaxPlus frozen waffle, toasted and topped with 1 c frozen Cascadian Farm Organic Pitted Dark Sweet Cherries, thawed, and sprinkled with nutmeg and 1/4 c semisweet chocolate chips. (I used the Kashi waffles I already had, Dole cherries and of course, DOVE dark chocolate.) :-) In the book, they put the calorie count behind each ingredient so you can check substitutions to make sure you are staying in the 400 calorie range.
Another favorite is the Apple-Cinnamon Waffle
2 Lifestream Organic FlaxPlus frozen waffles, toasted and topped with 1 c Mott's Natural-Style Unsweetened Apple Sauce and sprinkled with cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 Tbsp walnuts
1 LifeStream Organic FlaxPlus frozen waffle, toasted and topped with 1 c frozen Cascadian Farm Organic Pitted Dark Sweet Cherries, thawed, and sprinkled with nutmeg and 1/4 c semisweet chocolate chips. (I used the Kashi waffles I already had, Dole cherries and of course, DOVE dark chocolate.) :-) In the book, they put the calorie count behind each ingredient so you can check substitutions to make sure you are staying in the 400 calorie range.
Another favorite is the Apple-Cinnamon Waffle
2 Lifestream Organic FlaxPlus frozen waffles, toasted and topped with 1 c Mott's Natural-Style Unsweetened Apple Sauce and sprinkled with cinnamon, nutmeg, and 2 Tbsp walnuts
OUCH!
Well, I definitely got a good workout last night! Ken and I are practicing for a waltz we'll be doing with a few other couples at a showcase our instructor is doing in April. We'll also be doing a rumba, which we learned last night. After an hour of learning that, we did an hour of foxtrot and my leg muscles are screaming today! She had us do some moves that we hadn't done before in the rumba. It was a lot of fun, but it definitely stretched some underused muscles in my thighs!! It's going to be AWESOME!
My app't with the GI doc went well. No hernia was found during the barium enema. Just the unending length of my colon! The doctor's only advice was to increase the amount of Miralax I take every day. Nothing really can be done about the length except drastic surgery and I'm not willing to go that far. My chiropractor mentioned trying colonics, which I am going to research. But what I've seen so far, I'm not too enthusiastic! :-P
The past couple of days, I haven't managed to get in four meals. But I kept the calorie count down to 400 per meal the three I did eat. Weight is staying the same so far.
My app't with the GI doc went well. No hernia was found during the barium enema. Just the unending length of my colon! The doctor's only advice was to increase the amount of Miralax I take every day. Nothing really can be done about the length except drastic surgery and I'm not willing to go that far. My chiropractor mentioned trying colonics, which I am going to research. But what I've seen so far, I'm not too enthusiastic! :-P
The past couple of days, I haven't managed to get in four meals. But I kept the calorie count down to 400 per meal the three I did eat. Weight is staying the same so far.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Healthy You Challenge
Met all my exercise goals for the week. 6 days of cardio, 3 days of weight lifting.
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Getting some great meals on the Flat Belly diet. Love the Chocolate-Cherry waffle for breakfast! My weight is up a tad, (196.6 this am) but my "waste" is building up again. I have an app't with my GI doc tomorrow. Will get results of barium enema that was done on Jan 20.
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Getting some great meals on the Flat Belly diet. Love the Chocolate-Cherry waffle for breakfast! My weight is up a tad, (196.6 this am) but my "waste" is building up again. I have an app't with my GI doc tomorrow. Will get results of barium enema that was done on Jan 20.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Results of 4 Day Anti-Bloat Jumpstart - 196.2
I can honestly say that this is an awesome way to start! I lost four pounds in those four days. Weight this morning - 196.2. Last night before bed I weighed myself out of curiosity and I was UNDER 200lbs!!!! Doing the happy dance! :-D (I'm also VERY happy that my hubby got home this morning from Louisiana.) Yesterday was probably the hardest day
For breakfast this morning, I chose the Cherry Chocolate Waffle from the breakfast section of the Flat Belly diet. 1 LifeStream Organic FlaxPlus (had Kashi waffles, less calories) frozen waffle topped with 1 c frozen Dark Cherries, thawed and sprinkled with nutmeg and 1/4 c chocolate chips (chopped up Dove Dark Chocolate.) YUMMY!!!!
In the book, there are journaling pages to track what you eat and things to think and write about each day.
And here's a message from Denise Austin about Living Stress Free
"Simple Steps
Live Stress-Free!
Had a run-in with your boss or a fight with your sister — and can't stop thinking about it? Are you overloaded with projects at work and errands at home? Our lives are jam-packed with stress — and that can take a toll on our body and health. Long-term uncontrolled stress can cause chronic conditions like high blood pressure, headaches, and ulcers. Stress can also weaken your body's natural defenses so you're likely to get sick more often.
You don't have to live with stress! There are so many simple ways to cut stress and take back control of your life.
* Say no! If you don't have time for or can't realistically accomplish someone's request without straining yourself, do not agree to it. In most cases, people will understand that you need to put yourself first. If you can't say no to your boss, for example, try not to take on more than you know you can handle.
* Set priorities. We don't always have the luxury of saying no to daily tasks, so stay organized by making a list of everything you need to do. Prioritize your list so you can take care of the most vital items first.
* Stay positive! Stress is not inevitable; it's the way your body reacts to the situation you're in, so it's completely controllable. Keep yourself calm by maintaining a positive attitude. It helps to choose an inspiriting mantra that you can repeat to yourself or image that you can visualize.
* Burn off your stress! Go for a brisk walk or bike ride, or lift weights to let off some steam. Exercise causes the body to release endorphins — chemicals that help you feel better — which help reduce your stress level.
* Practice deep breathing. When we get stressed out, our breathing tends to speed up. So take a break and sit somewhere comfortable and quiet to focus on taking deep breaths, inhaling and exhaling slowly. Playing soft music can enhance the calming effect.
* Treat yourself! If you had an unusually stressful day or just finished a big, stressful project, go ahead and reward yourself! Not with food, of course, but with something that will help you relax. How about a pedicure or massage, a long bubble bath, or a great book you can curl up with?
* Reach out to others. We can't do it all alone, so don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. A co-worker or supervisor may be able to shed light on a work problem, while your spouse or kids can pitch in to help with household stresses. Even if you must take care of some task or problem yourself, it still helps to talk it over with a friend.
There's no reason to be bogged down by stress for another day. There are seven stress-busting strategies here — put one of them to work every day in the coming week!"
For breakfast this morning, I chose the Cherry Chocolate Waffle from the breakfast section of the Flat Belly diet. 1 LifeStream Organic FlaxPlus (had Kashi waffles, less calories) frozen waffle topped with 1 c frozen Dark Cherries, thawed and sprinkled with nutmeg and 1/4 c chocolate chips (chopped up Dove Dark Chocolate.) YUMMY!!!!
In the book, there are journaling pages to track what you eat and things to think and write about each day.
And here's a message from Denise Austin about Living Stress Free
"Simple Steps
Live Stress-Free!
Had a run-in with your boss or a fight with your sister — and can't stop thinking about it? Are you overloaded with projects at work and errands at home? Our lives are jam-packed with stress — and that can take a toll on our body and health. Long-term uncontrolled stress can cause chronic conditions like high blood pressure, headaches, and ulcers. Stress can also weaken your body's natural defenses so you're likely to get sick more often.
You don't have to live with stress! There are so many simple ways to cut stress and take back control of your life.
* Say no! If you don't have time for or can't realistically accomplish someone's request without straining yourself, do not agree to it. In most cases, people will understand that you need to put yourself first. If you can't say no to your boss, for example, try not to take on more than you know you can handle.
* Set priorities. We don't always have the luxury of saying no to daily tasks, so stay organized by making a list of everything you need to do. Prioritize your list so you can take care of the most vital items first.
* Stay positive! Stress is not inevitable; it's the way your body reacts to the situation you're in, so it's completely controllable. Keep yourself calm by maintaining a positive attitude. It helps to choose an inspiriting mantra that you can repeat to yourself or image that you can visualize.
* Burn off your stress! Go for a brisk walk or bike ride, or lift weights to let off some steam. Exercise causes the body to release endorphins — chemicals that help you feel better — which help reduce your stress level.
* Practice deep breathing. When we get stressed out, our breathing tends to speed up. So take a break and sit somewhere comfortable and quiet to focus on taking deep breaths, inhaling and exhaling slowly. Playing soft music can enhance the calming effect.
* Treat yourself! If you had an unusually stressful day or just finished a big, stressful project, go ahead and reward yourself! Not with food, of course, but with something that will help you relax. How about a pedicure or massage, a long bubble bath, or a great book you can curl up with?
* Reach out to others. We can't do it all alone, so don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it. A co-worker or supervisor may be able to shed light on a work problem, while your spouse or kids can pitch in to help with household stresses. Even if you must take care of some task or problem yourself, it still helps to talk it over with a friend.
There's no reason to be bogged down by stress for another day. There are seven stress-busting strategies here — put one of them to work every day in the coming week!"
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Resisting temptation
Sometimes I just don't think things through. I didn't think twice about offering to pick up dinner for the kids. They wanted Sonic. It wasn't until I got the food in the car that I realized that I should have let them get it themselves. Oh, the smell! But I didn't sneak even a nibble. Still totally on track for my 4 day jumpstart. Have a headache again. Going to get to bed early tonight.
Day 4 - Anti-Bloat Jumpstart
Weight didn't go down today because I only got about 6 hours of sleep. (If I go back to sleep for 2 more hours, my weight usually goes down a pound or two so I might have lost another pound or so, but I can't tell for sure.) Should have gone to bed MUCH earlier knowing I had to get up earlier this a.m. to meet a friend at 10. (Sat at the Cracker Barrel without eating a bite! Yay me!) I am SOOOO proud of myself that I got through our Dove Chocolate meeting last night without sampling even one nibble of chocolate!!!! Dark chocolate is allowed on the next 28 days of the Flat Belly Diet so I'll enjoy some Dove Dark Chocolate tomorrow!
MENU
Meal 1
1 packet Instant Cream of Wheat, 1 c skim milk, 1/4c unsalted sunflower seeds, 2 dried plums, Glass of Sassy water
Meal 2
4 oz deli turkey, 1 c steamed baby carrots, 1 low-fat string cheese, glass of Sassy water
Meal 3
Strawberry smoothie (made the same as the other smoothies with 1 c frozen unsw strawberries
Meal 4
1 c yellow squash with 1 tsp olive oil, 3 oz grilled chicken breast, 1/2 c cooked brown rice, Glass of Sassy water
MENU
Meal 1
1 packet Instant Cream of Wheat, 1 c skim milk, 1/4c unsalted sunflower seeds, 2 dried plums, Glass of Sassy water
Meal 2
4 oz deli turkey, 1 c steamed baby carrots, 1 low-fat string cheese, glass of Sassy water
Meal 3
Strawberry smoothie (made the same as the other smoothies with 1 c frozen unsw strawberries
Meal 4
1 c yellow squash with 1 tsp olive oil, 3 oz grilled chicken breast, 1/2 c cooked brown rice, Glass of Sassy water
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