I went on a run outside yesterday for the first time in months! I loved it so much. I’ve been running a little bit on the treadmill at the gym, but for some reason I haven’t been running “for reals” in a long time.
Sooo, I ran about 4 1/2 miles with my 3 year old in the jogger. I really don’t love running with the jogger, but I know my kiddos love it. The weather was perfect too.
I snapped this picture just as we were leaving, but the sun was so bright I couldn’t even see the picture I was taking! Here’s proof…
Yes, my baby didn’t even make the cut. When we finished the run, I realized my picture was jacked so I took one more…
This is not a flattering picture of my son. I hope he doesn’t mind. He’s totally sportin’ a double chin, lol.
Later on, I walked over to the the park with my 3 year old, 5 year old and dog!
Ya, it was a little bit crazy, but we had a ball. Btw, I only walk with my sweet doggie in the jogger, I don’t run with him. Soooo, he is perfectly safe. He also walked along side the jogger on his leash most of the way too.
Anyway, I loved running. I’ve really missed it.
It is the best mental therapy ever.
Part of the reason I haven’t been running lately is because I’ve been focusing more on weights and less on cardio. But, I’ve decided I’m not going to obsess about what kind of exercise I’m doing anymore….I’m just going to focus on exercising period.
I’m going to try to exercise 6 days a week (I pretty much already do this), but I’m just going to do the kind of exercise that “works” for that day. Sooo, if I want to go to a class at the gym, I will do that. If I feel like going on a run, I will do that. If I want to do a weight room workout, I will do that. And, if I just want to work out from home, I will do that!
And, if my day is too hectic and I just can’t fit exercise in….I just won’t do it. Pretty simple. I figure, as long as I’m moving and working out my body most of the time, I’m good.
Moving on….well I officially survived the first 10 days of the Jackie Warner “10 Pounds in 10 Days” diet plan. Other than Saturday and Sunday I think I did really well. I didn’t stick to the 950 calories every day, but I’m okay with that because I know 950 calories is extremely low. I ate around 1100-1200 calories most days.
I only lost 3 pounds though, dang it. My weekend really messed me up.
BUT, I also decided I’m not going to obsess about weight loss anymore. I’m just going to commit to living healthily every single day. There is not going to be anymore “on the wagon” or “off the wagon” days. I’m just going to focus on eating well and eating less in general.
I am going to save a few splurges for the weekend, however. I think allowing a few splurges here and there helps to make it a lifestyle, not a diet.
With that being said, I still like following specific diet plans occasionally. It really helps to inspire and motivate me. So, when/if I decide to follow a specific diet plan, I’m going to tweak it and work it into my life. Make sense?
I know it all comes down to eating well and exercising consistently and effectively. And, there is more than one way to skin a cat.
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So, as far as Jackie Warner’s plan went, I had the same small bowl of oatmeal and an orange for breakfast every day except Sunday. I actually really enjoyed it. It tasted good and was pretty filling. I also had fruit and almonds for my morning snack every day.
I had the yummy wrap for lunch most days. I did change it up a couple of days though. One day, I made a salad out of all of the wrap fillings and had some cottage cheese on the side (instead of the avocado) and I dipped some Kashi Pita Crisps (instead of the tortilla) into the cottage cheese. It was yummy.
I also had a taco (in a Flatout or low carb tortilla) instead of the wrap on some of the days.
I put a little fat-free refried beans, ground turkey taco meat, lite sour cream, a little mozzarella cheese, fresh salsa and romaine lettuce in a low-carb tortilla and it was so good!
Btw, these low-carb tortillas are really good…
They taste yummy and are only 80 calories. Love it. I bought them at Wal-mart.
For some reason, I got really tired of having celery and peanut butter for my afternoon snack. So, I had 1/2 banana with peanut butter most days. I had this meal before my workout sometimes and it really hit the spot.
I also changed up the dinner quite a bit. One day I made quesadillas for the kids and I just threw some chicken and veggies in a bowl with some soy sauce for me and called it dinner!
I made tacos one night and just had leftovers a bunch of nights too. I just focused on good nutrition and low calories for the most part.
Soooo, I’m supposed to be starting phase 2 of her diet plan today, but I’ve still been eating a lot of the phase 1 stuff today. I’ve been trying to use up the leftovers. Sooo, I might try some of her meal plan ideas tomorrow and I of course, will keep you all posted.
Well, that’s it for now! Happy Thursday. 😉
I love reading your blogs, because it reaffirms my thoughts. It seems as though we have been going through very similar workout/diet plan cycles. My post a couple days ago is similar to this in that I mentioned not obsessing but still having a goal.
I’m glad to know other people can relate too! What is your blog address? I would love to read your recent post. I hope you have a fantastic weekend!
Totally agree with you on running for mental therapy…I start to go a little bonkers when I can’t run!! It really helps my mind run smoothly.
It always amazes me how much better I feel after a run. I love it!
Absolutely! I am so happy to be back at it!!
So…I have thought about doing the 10 pounds in 10 days before and always found a reason not too, but I decided to really do it this time…just the first 10 days as a jumpstart and then I am going to follow a few different bikini/fitness model diets, which are also pretty strict…chicken, chicken, chicken. It is hard to do solo, but I am determined. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
I really do think it’s a great short term diet. It was tough, but I love that it’s based on good solid nutrition. I just told myself, “I can do anything for 10 days!”
I know you can do it! Good luck!
Can I ask a personal question? Did the weight you lost stay off or come right back when you went back to your normal diet? I am already having success (although I did have a slip yesterday evening) in the weight loss and am hoping it is there to stay.
I think the first initial 2-3 pounds is just water weight, but any other weight after that is permanent weight loss. Sooo, when the diet is done if you continue to eat well (not as strict, but still healthy), the weight will stay off and you can continue to lose weight. But, if you start eating high fat, high sugar, high processed foods again, you will immediately gain back the 2-3 pounds of water weight and possibly more! I’ve gone through this cycle many times unfortunately. Strict diets work and are very effective if you don’t binge and go overboard when the diet is over, lol! Just stick with it and take it one day at a time and I KNOW you will have great success!