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My energy continues to wax and wane but I find that it is time to recommit to exercise.  I have slowly started to reintroduce myself to some heavy lifting.  I have even attempted some metabolic conditioning (metcons). 

My goal is to keep my eyes on Him while I seek a level of fitness that fits within my state in life and will lead me to optimal health.

I recently came across an inspirational list, the Fit Female Credo by Rachel Cosgrove .

I decided not to tweak the “Credo” that Rachel listed.  It’s too early in the game for that.  I did, however, add my emphasize (in italicizes).  I hope to make a printable version for my garage gym.  I need the reminder.

 

 

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Fit Female Credo

First and foremost, I will keep my eyes on Him!

1. Act as if you are a fit female.
2. Get out of your comfort Zone.
3. Fuel your body to be fabulous!
4. Train hard or go home.
5. Get hooked on feeling fit, not a number on the scale.
6. Be an early riser.
7. Make rest and relaxation a priority.
8. Obstacles will arise – anticipate them!
9. Keep a journal or blog.
10. Eliminate the negative people and surround yourself with positive people.
11. Think about your thoughts.
12. Manage your stress.
14. Put an end to body bashing and instead celebrate your strengths.
15. Don’t rely on will power. Have strategies.
16. Stop rationalizing and making excuses.

Go BANANAS

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Yonanas
Today, I used a Christmas gift for the first time – Yonanas. 
Your yonanas maker will turn those over-ripe bananas into a delicious and creamy treat that looks and tastes like soft serve ice cream.
I doubt that I would have purchased this contraption but I’m glad to have it in my arsenal.  The yonanas maker creates a fabulous naturally sweet treat.  It’s our new ice-cream.  It’s nothing like what is produced by the blender or food processor.

The yonanas maker is sure to become permanent fixture on my counter top once the weather gets warmer.  (There was a storm warning in my area of N. CA today with the possibility of a tornado.)

The kids are rallying to save their weekly does of bananas – 5 bunches.

Nana has already committed to gifting the kids her frozen bananas.

We have all gone BANANAS for yonanas!

Dad’s Cafe

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Dad’s been cooking it up.  He even has a waitress, Sparkles, who waits and serves everyone.  Today he pulled out the cook book, Everyday Paleo.

 

For lunch I had two BLT wraps.  They were similar to the B.A.T. shown below, sans avocado and mayo.

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Dad fixed Everyday Paleo Beanless Chili for dinner.  YUMMY!  I wish he made more for leftovers.

beanless chili

 

He even made up a healthy treat, Paleo Apple Muffins.  It’s amazing how quickly our taste buds have changed.  Butter on the warm sugar-free muffin, hit the spot.

Paleo Apple Muffins collage

paleo apple muffins

 

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7 Day Challenge Wrap-up

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Day 6 & Day 7: 7 Day Challenge

Both days were rather uneventful.  I worked on getting enough calories by way of protein and veggies.

I enjoyed the challenge.  It helped me to stay focused for the remainder of my Lenten program.

I plan to continue to the idea of a 7 day challenge as I move forward to restore my health.

This week will be my return to exercise.  I must say, I’m a bit nervous.  It’s been about a month  since I did anything remotely close to exercise.  As a result, my energy has increased along with my weight.  I’m trying hard not to worry about the aesthetics.  My scale will be officially purged from the house tomorrow, after I take my pre-work out stats.

I will be working solely on gaining strength until I get things under control and get the go ahead from my trainer.

 

May the Good Lord keep me in the race.

GO ALL OUT  – ALL FOR!
I have NOT ARRIVED.
I am far from the finish line.
But I am on CHRIST’S TEAM.
His love ignites me.
…His power fuels me.
His mission compels me.
I AM COMMITTED to Christ
and to this race.

Eating Out

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Day 5: 7 Day Challenge

 

I took it easy for majority of the day, only doing the bare minimum with three of the littles.  I was trying to stay rested for my date with Rose.  Dad took Rose and Sweetie to church for the morning.  Sparkles was sick and the boys needed to be home.  It was a very uneventful morning.  Dad returned with the girls around 3:00pm.  Rose and I ventured off for our birthday date.

I realized that I was running a bit low on fuel but didn’t want to stop for a quick fix/bad choice of food.  Rose and I shopped for 2 hours then we went to eat Mexican food.  I didn’t choose my normal cheesy dish.  Instead, I opted for the kiddie plate with shredded chicken, mole, beans and lettuce.  I also enjoyed some chips and salsa.  I followed my plan loosely and tried to make the best out of our night out.  The food was delish.  My only noticeable side effect was immediate gassiness.

Rose and I went to the movies to watch OctoberBaby.  We went with friends, another mother-daughter couple.  Both of us opted to pass on the snack bar.  I’m not sure that I would have had enough will power had it not been for Lent.  I despise movie popcorn—it always makes me sick.  Nevertheless, I usually can’t refuse it.  Praise God that I didn’t bat an eye.  It worked out, too, because the movie wasn’t a popcorn type of movie.

The date night ended with a visit to McDonalds.  We were just looking for a place to visit.  Not much will power was needed for me there since the food is a complete turn-off to me.  I had water

I returned home at 11am with little energy but wanted to share everything with dad.  It was 1am before I knew it.  Shame on me, I need to make sleep a priority!

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I’ve been thinking a lot about my trainer’s critique of my food log.  I’m not sure what he’ll think of today’s log.

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Breakfast: 

  • 1.5 slice – paleo pumpkin pie

Snack:

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Lunch: IMG_1455

 

  • 1 cup – carnitas
  • .5 cup – guacamole
    • .25 – avocado
    • 4 – grape tomatoes
    • 1 tsp – red onion
    • lime juice
    • .5 tsp – green chilies

Snack:

  • .5 slice – paleo pumpkin pie

Dinner:

I ate out with Rose for a birthday dinner.  I opted for Mexican foods.

  • 1.5 cups – shredded chicken with mole
  • .5 cups – refried beans
  • 1 cup tortilla chips
  • salsa
  • lettuce

Drink:

  • 6 cups – water

Exercise:

  • walking/shopping

Sleep:

  • 1am– 7:00am (6 hrs)

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