Friday Favorite

This favorite has nothing to do with exercise.

With all the snow lately my favorite thing has been Greg's old beanie I found in our snow gear. He used to wear it in high school and I love it.

It's perfect for those days when I don't want to go my hair.

Try This! Tuesday: Creamy Cucumbers

Alright, alright, its Wednesday.  But hey, at least I'm posting SOMETHING on here! 

I did not weigh myself today because truthfully, I know I have gained a pound or two and I just don't want to make it real by seeing it on the scale.  But I promise, I will weigh in next week.

 

The following is a delightful little snack that I had today.  It is SO easy to make and really satisfying and delicious. 

Creamy Cucumber Slices

Here is what you need:

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- 1/2 of a cucumber, sliced (I found the thicker the slices, the better)

- 2 Tbs fat-free cottage cheese

- 1 Tbs fat-free sour cream (I didn't have fat free, so I just used regular)

- Ground black pepper

 

The How-To:

Take your cottage cheese, sour cream and a little bit of pepper and mix it together.  You can also add 1 tbs chives.  I didn't have any, but wish I did! Spread the mixture onto your cucumber slices and top with a little more black pepper. 

please don't judge me for my HORRIBLE picture-taking skills.

 

Voila! 

Easy peasy and so yummy!

 

Calories:  35

Weight Watchers Points: 1

 

Recipe Via Weight Watchers Weekly

 

 

Recap

Well hello there.  

I am happy to say that I only have ten pounds to go!!  Thats right, ten pounds!  Unfortunately, I've learned that the last ten pounds are really, really hard to lose!

I am also happy to say that I can fit into my pre-baby jeans, but they are still too snug to ever go out in public in them.  I just remember that first time I tried them on this summer I couldn't get them past my booty...so I'm happy for the visible progress!

The last few weeks have been really hard, just too many sweets around and too much time sitting on the couch.  I have made a few goals for myself to remedy this bit of slouchiness:

1. Run 3 times a week.

2. No fast food

3. Stay within my daily points

I'm just sick of always thinking "maybe next month I'll reach my goal."  I'm ready for it to really happen.  Any tips???

Weight watchers

I'm sitting waiting for my first meeting to begin. I've swallowed my pride. Wish me luck.

Friday favorite

Today's favorite is brought to you by No Doubt, who I love. Yes, it's true. A little part of me lives ska and reggae music and No Doubt is a little part ska and a little part reggae.

Anywho... Their new song has such a good beat and gets my energy up on a run. Give it a listen and I bet you'll love it too!

I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough.. And no ones going to knock this girl down...

Too long

It has been way too long since I last blogged.

To be honest, I have kind of been in a rut and depressed enough to not want to talk about something I am struggling with which is making healthy choices for my body.

Let's be honest- for most of us losing weight is hard! I feel like no matter what I do these last 20 pounds just want to stay. So then I get depressed and eat pizza for dinner instead of grilled chicken and a salad. Who can relate to that?

Anyway, I am ready to renew my commitment to healthy living because I want to feel comfortable in my own skin, not be so sluggish, and of course, fit into those Pre-baby jeans.

I have thought about joining weight watchers. Do any readers out there have experience with that program?

Well, here we go. I'll be back soon!

Weigh in Wednesday

Umm... I gained a pound this week. I knew I would have these weeks but it makes me feel like crap.

I was around two beautiful women yesterday who had babies the same time as me. They are back to their Pre-baby weight and look amazing. I still have 20 pounds to go and don't feel like myself at all.

I have been horrible at eating healthy because it is really hard to cook a meal with a little one crying to be held.

I need a better attitude. So, I'm declaring June my month! I will really kick my butt into gear and I better get results!!!!

Friday Favorite

Um, have you tried these icecream bars before? They are only 100 calories but taste like 500! So good! I keep these in my freezer for emergencies :).

I'm Doin' It!

Okay, so today's "try this tuesday" is something I am going to try myself for the next 30 days.  

Confession:  I have had this DVD for the past year but have never made it through 30 consecutive days. I would usually just pick one of the workouts to do on a day where I didn't make it to the gym

Confession #2:  I tried the easiest workout yesterday, and about died.  I don't remember it ever being this hard!  How am I going to ever make it to level 3?  

Wish me luck!

Sunday..err... Friday Favorite

So, turns out its hard for me to post on Fridays, who knew!

My Friday favorite this week is Fun. Really, that's the name of the band- Fun. I love them and their music is upbeat and perfect for an exercise mix.

So go ahead, give them a listen!

Wednesday Weigh-in

Well, I'm down another pound! That actually surprised me because I've eaten so much crap this past week! And, I bruised my medial meniscus in my knee so I haven't been able to exercise. But, I'm back and ready to make this next week my you-know-what.

I have a really hard time staying on track, what keeps you eating right??

Try this! Tuesday

Hello! This post is for all of you peanut butter lovers out there! I want to introduce you to Justin's Nut Butter(I know, the name kills me too!)

This nut butter comes in small convenient packages- perfect to take to work, on a hike, etc...

I like to combine mine with celery for a tasty treat high in protein.

Justin's Nut Butter can be found at Walmart and I'm sure several grocery stores.

Enjoy!

Friday Favorite

Hey everyone,  I know I'm a day late with my Friday Favorite, but I've come to realize that I'm late to everything now that I have a child.

Anyway, my first favorite thing is the Old Navy GoDry athletic line.  The shirts and tanks fit really well and really do keep dry!  Plus, they are usually 2 for $20- score!

I tried to upload a picture, but it won't work.  So instead, go here to see what I'm talking about!

Wednesday Weigh-In

Alright, my first weigh in went.... Okay.

I lost one pound last week. 22 to go!

"Try This" Tuesday!

If you run, jog, or walk for regular exercise, this is a great app to have on your phone!

Map My Run uses GPS to track your route and tell you how far you have gone and what your current and average pace is.  I. Love. It.  I always like to set goals for myself while working out.  Such as, running for three songs straight before stopping to walk, or shaving one minute off my previous time.  This is perfect for that because I can track my time and know if I am going faster or slower than before.  The latest version also has a nice lady who gives you an update after every mile.  She tells you how many miles you have run and what your average speed is.

There is also a nutrition tab that lets you track your food, but I prefer the Lose It app for that.

Thanks for letting me share, now go ahead and try it!

 p.s. based on the picture, aren't you dying to try ninja royale?  I here its the new farmville. 

I'm BAAAAACK!!!!!

Why hello there.

After many long months, plenty of swelling, oh so many pizzas, 63 pounds, and one miracle later...

I am back. 

Woo hoo!

By the way, here is the miracle I am referring to.

Meet Rees.

Aka: the most amazing little boy I have ever laid eyes on. 

I absolutely love being a mama. I absolutely hate the extra weight I am carrying around.

So, I'm trying to get back on track.  23 pounds seems almost impossible.  I have never needed to lose this much weight before and it just looks so daunting. 

I began running again this week (8.8 miles last week, go me!) and it didn't kill me!  This week I am going to start eating right.  

Here is my plan:

-Cut out fast food.  If I need to eat it then I should stick to grilled chicken sandwiches and no fries!  Seriously, no fries!  I can do hard things!

- No soda.  I was so great at this before the pregnancy, but I completely tanked when all that would settle my stomach was ginger ale or berry 7up.  

-Sugar is going to be a long lost friend.  Well, its going to be one of those friends I only see on the weekends.  And for a short amount of time.  I know I can't cut it out completely but I need to set restrictions.  So, if I have been good all week I'll reward myself with a sweet treat on the weekend. 

-Eat something green every night with dinner.  I am SO bad at this and its sad because I really do love veggies. 

New blog posts:

Along with my normal random posts I am going to start the following...

-Try this Tuesdays:  I am going to post new recipes, workouts, healthy living tips, or anything I have decided to try and think that you should too!

-Weigh-in Wednesdays:  This might be scary. Wednesday will officially be my weigh-in day and I'm going to log it here. I'm embarrassed already. 

-Friday Favorites:  I will post anything I love this day.  It can be health related or not, its my choice :)

Alright everyone, wish me luck and I'll be back on here soon!