Synny667 Posted January 14, 2012 Author Share Posted January 14, 2012 Yes I make my own soups anymore. I don't like the taste of canned soups. Plus I can control the salt that is in my soup I will be making tortilla soup and chili either today or tomorrow. The cinnamon roll until I can learn to roll dough out is my one treat and my friends well I would have to buy a couple and that would tease me lol. I will have to post a pic of just how yummy they look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 15, 2012 Author Share Posted January 15, 2012 Ok so I didn't start my day off to healthy... Ok it wasn't healthy at all but so yummy!!!!!! One of the male bodybuilders at the gym offered to help me get chiseled when I am ready to look at competing. I think all the guys at the gym are starting to notice I am not stopping and going harder. They seem to be friendlier and want to help and offer up all kinds of advice. Can't wait to see what I can get out of them advice wise!!! Breakfast1 large cinnamon rolllarge mexican hot cocoa Snack 1 gluten free vegan chocolate strawberry cupcake Lunch2c Vegetable bean soup1/4c salsa1 serving baked tortilla chips Snack1c cinnamon applesauce1 heaping scoop protein powder Post workout8 oz almond milk1 heaping scoop protein powder Supper1c sweet potato chili1 serving baked tortilla chips Snack8 oz almond milk1 heaping scoop protein powder Turbokick: 60 minsAlternating bicep curls: 4 sets 12 lbs 25 repsCross body hammer curls: 4 sets 12 lbs 25 repsReverse curl: 4 sets 8 lbs 20 repsZottman curls 4 sets 10 lbs 20 repsShoulder press:4 sets 12 lbs 25 repslat/front raise combo: 4 sets 5 lbs 12 repsupright row: 4 sets 10 lbs 15 repsAll exercises were done with dumbbells Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 Today was my cardio/yoga rest day hahaha. Most I did today was laundry with a lil housework, Turbokick and yoga. I made some no bake cookies to help with a sweet tooth but in actuality I subtracted 1 1/4c of the sugar, added a lil peanut butter and used coconut butter. Been craving pizza and come home from yoga to find a big fat cheesy pizza on the counter tormenting me. I grabbed it shoved it in the fridge and warmed up a bowl of tortilla soup. Not hitting the spot but is much better for me lol. On to my food journal Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water5 cut up prunes1 scoop protein cinnamon 8 oz orange juice Snack1/4c no nuts trail mix Lunch1 1/2c sweet potato chili1 brown rice cake3/4c green beans 3 mushrooms cooked in a medium spice broth Snack8 small no bake cookies Supper 1c tortilla soup1 oz baked tortilla chips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandagracewing Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Hi Karen, Way to shove that bad boy in the fridge! Out of sight! And I love that you changed up the recipe for the cookies to make them healthier! I am always taking recipes and changing them that way as well! I love making my own food - I think you appreciate it and savour it more when you took the time to make it! Great job! Do you make your own trail mix? I've been buying puffed Kamut- has a nice amount of protein and is great filler for trail mixes! Hope you're excited for your week! How's the tummy? Talk to you soon! Amanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 16, 2012 Author Share Posted January 16, 2012 My tummy is doing good. Not putting anything bad in it. I found the trail mix at the store and it looked yummy. The cookies didn't last the night lol. The pizza was torture... Not because of the cheese but because even the one place I can get a vegan pizza I can't get a gluten free crust cause it contains eggs.... I am not a pastry maker so making my own crust is hard to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaia Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 You could have Vita Spelt Flour, look for it in your health food store:http://www.food.com/recipe/easy-no-yeast-pizza-dough-254063It will be a cracker style crust. Look around at the site for a yeast one if you want to put a little more work into the pizza crust.I make several, and then put them in the freezer (already risen), and use them when I want one in a half an hour or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 17, 2012 Author Share Posted January 17, 2012 Gaia my favorite thing to do to avoid making a crust is use a portobello mushroom cap cover it with my toppings and bake it at 350 for 8-12 mins. It is super yummy, low carb and get an extra veggie in there too. Today was a great day all around for me. I got to hang out with my 3 favorite kids at work, went to feed the bison and elk and my favorite trainer set up my workout lol. Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water1 scoop protein powder5 prunes cut up8 oz fortified orange juice Snack1/4c no nuts trail mix Lunch1 1/2c sweet potato chili1 brown rice cake3/4c green beans3 crimini mushroomshot sauce Snack1 oz tortilla chip1c cinnamon apple sauce1 scoop protein powder Post workout8 oz almond milk1 heaping scoop protein powder Supper1c tortilla soup1 oz baked tortilla chips Back/Biceps created by my trainer friendWide grip Lat pulldown: 4 sets 4 60 lbs 20 reps, 8 sets 60 lbs 15 reps, 4 sets 75 lbs 12 repsBent over dumbbell row: 2 sets 15 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 15 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 12 lbs 12 repsClose grip pulldown: 4 sets 45 lbs 20 reps, 8 sets 45 lbs 15 reps, 4 sets 60 lbs 12 repsDumbbell row: 2 sets 12 lbs 20 reps, 9 sets 12 lbs 15 reps Barbell curl: 3 sets bar only 20 reps, 9 sets bar only 15 repsRope hammer curl: 3 sets 25 lbs 20 reps, 9 sets 25 lbs 15 repsPreacher curl: 1 set 20 lbs 20 reps, 2 sets 20 lbs 15 reps, 1 set 20 lbs 12 reps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 Today has been an absolute lovely day aside from the horrible weather lol. Not liking this warm cold alternating weather forcast. Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water1 mashed banana8 oz orange juice Snack8 oz almond milk1 scoop protein powder Lunch1 1/2c sweet potato chili1 brown rice cake1c green beans3 mushrooms2 little cookies Snack1c cinnamon applesauce1 scoop protein powder Supper1c tortilla soup1 oz baked tortilla chips Post workout8 oz almond milk1 packet acai berry blast protein powder Bedtime snack8 oz almond milk1 heaping scoop protein powder Yoga: 45 minTurbokick: 55 minBoot camp: 55 minBarbell squat: 5 sets barbell only 20 repsSmith machine reverse lunges:1 set 20 lbs 12 reps, 4 sets 30 lbs 8 repsGlute pressdown: 1 set 50 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 70 lbs 15 repsSeated leg curl: 5 sets 75 lbs 12 repsLeg extension: 5 sets 45 lbs 12 reps Legs were pretty worn out from turbo and boot camp but still had the workout in me just didn't go my hardest. I am happy with my workout and wouldn't change a thing about it except maybe cutting turbo down to 30 mins from 55 mins lol. I gotta get my cardio in if I am going to sleep at night like a normal person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaia Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Do you like apples? to eat raw that is (I see you like cinnamon applesauce). Eating the apples raw is suppose to help in your digestion and calm your tummy/GI tract.http://fruit.blurtit.com/q643335.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaia Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Not liking this warm cold alternating weather forcast. Ditto for me too! Michigan is going back and forth too! I'd rather like the forth with sunny and 45+ degrees the best! Going back to the teens with wind and snow, not so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 I do love raw apples but it is cheaper for me to buy natural applesauce and add cinnamon to it. I am pinching pennies so that I can see the GI doctor next month. Not to mention it got to the point every apple I cut into was bad... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaia Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 it got to the point every apple I cut into was bad...So true! Especially during the winter. We finally got in our New Zealand apples at our grocery stores here in Michigan - but yeah, they are expensive. Applesauce is the next best thing! especially with cinnamon. Yummy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 I am just ready for farmer's market to be honest. I hate giving my money to corporate america and love investing in small farms in my area. Not to mention I love going to my garden and picking lunch and dinner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water1 banana mashed up1 scoop protein powder8 oz orange juice Snack 1 brown rice cake1 tbsp peanut butter Lunch1 1/2c sweet potato chili1 brown rice cake2 lil cookies1 baby red potato diced up3/4c green beans Snack1c cinnamon applesauce1 scoop protein powder Post workout8 oz almond milk1 1/2 scoop protein powder Supper1c tortilla soup1 oz tortilla chips2 dark chocolate squares Yoga: 60 minsTurbokick: 45 minsChest/tricepsIncline chest press: 6 sets 65 lbs 12 repsFlat bench press: 6 sets 65 lbs 10 repsDecline chest press: 6 sets 50 lbs 10 repsCable crossover: 2 sets 20 lbs 12 reps, 4 sets 25 lbs 12 repsTricep extension: 6 sets 25 lbs 15 repsRope pulldown: 6 sets 60 lbs 10 repsDips: 6 sets 15 reps Was a good day. Just sore from my leg workout yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 Ok so it dawned on me I haven't had coffee in 2 weeks.... I switched to, depending on the weather, iced passion green tea or hot China green tips tea. I need to break my caffeine habit but grrr I love green tea. Wish I could of had a mexican hot cocoa made with coconut milk today but I will wait till Saturday to enjoy it with a warm cinnamon roll I so look forward to Saturdays anymore. Yummy local fare followed up with a full hour of Turbokick to burn off my Saturday indulgence hahaha. Breakfast1/2c oats cooked in water1 mashed banana1 tbsp whole flaxseed, ground up1 tbsp hemp seed, ground up8 oz orange juice Snack8 oz almond milk1 scoop protein powder4 dates Lunch2c tortilla soup2 oz tortilla chips4 dates Snack1c cinnamon applesauce1 scoop protein powder5 walnut halves Post workout8 oz almond milk1 1/2 scoop protein powder1 oz baked tortilla chips Turbokick: 55 minTbar row: 2 sets 25 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 25 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 25 lbs 12 repsCable row:2 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 60 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 60 lbs 12 repsBack extension: 8 sets 12 repsLat pulldown: 2 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 60 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 60 lbs 12 repsDumbbell bicep curl: 2 sets 15 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 15 lbs 15 repsHammer curl: 2 sets 15 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 15 lbs 15 repsReverse curl:2 sets 30 lbs 10 reps, 4 sets 30 lbs 12 reps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandagracewing Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Hi Nancy! Looks like you're doing great! Way to be off coffee for 2 weeks! That's a hard one! I love the taste- don't need the caf just like the taste- it's a nice treat- my organic decaf (cold water processed). You're doing so awesome with your food and journal/ workouts! I love how consistent and driven you are! Keep it up sister! xo Amanda PS Can't believe we're already at the end of the month! If you have any questions/ concerns etc please feel free to pick my brain! Email or post a question here and I'll respond! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 20, 2012 Author Share Posted January 20, 2012 Time sure is flying by that is for sure. This has been the most consistant I have journaled in so long I am proud of myself. I do miss my coffee though..... decaf is a tease so I don't even drink that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 21, 2012 Author Share Posted January 21, 2012 Today crappy day for me. Slammed with bad cramps, massive cravings and huge mood shifts. I wasn't looking forward to what would happen when I cut soy out of my diet..... I hope next month the doctor tells me I can have my soy back in small quantities and that the pain was from a wheat sensitivity!!! My diet was good until lunch when the massive craving hit and well I indulged way over what I should have but not going to beat myself up over it. Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water1 banana mashed1tbsp each whole flaxseed and hemp seed ground upsplash almond milk8 oz orange juice Snack4 dates Lunch2c tortilla soup2 oz tortilla chips16 no bake cookies (cut half the sugar, used coconut oil and peanut butter. not the healthiest but not as bad as it could have been) Snack1c cinnamon applesauce1 scoop protein powder7 walnut halves Post workout8 oz almond milk1 1/2 scoop protein powder Supper1c tortilla soup1 oz baked tortilla chips Snack8 oz almond milk1 1/2 scoop protein powder Yoga: 60 minBoot camp: 50 minLegsLeg press: 2 sets 270 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 270 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 270 lbs 12 repsSumo squat: 2 sets 45 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 45 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 45 lbs 12 repsSeated calf raise: 2 sets 90 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 45 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 90 lbs 12 repsStiff leg deadlift: 2 sets 75 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 75 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 75 lbs 12 reps My legs are already talking to me so I think I am going to try some pigeon pose, forward folding, cobbler pose and runner's lunge to see if I can get my legs stretched out good before bed. I think it might be high time to break down and become certified in yoga.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 22, 2012 Author Share Posted January 22, 2012 BreakfastCinnamon roll16 oz almond chai tea latte Lunch1c applesauce1 scoop protein powdercrushed walnut Post workout8 oz almond milk1 1/2 scoop protein powder SupperLentil loaf (lentils, ketchup, onions, mixed vegetables, oat flour, walnuts)2 baby red potatoes6 brussels sprouts5 asparagus spears4 crimini mushrooms1 tbsp oil for roasting vegetables Bedtime snack8 oz almond milk1 serving protein powder Turbokick: 60 minsChest/tri/shouldersVertical fly: 2 sets 40 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 20 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 40 lbs 12 repsFlat chest press: 2 sets 55 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 55 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 55 lbs 12 repsTricep extension: 2 sets 40 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 40 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 40 lbs 12 repsRope pulldown: 2 sets 40 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 40 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 40 lbs 12 repsLat raise: 2 sets 8 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 8 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 8 lbs 12 repsDB Overhead press: 2 sets 10 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 10 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 10 lbs 12 reps Kind of a rough day only good thing is I have now lost 69 lbs! Ready to see what tomorrow brings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 I thought yesterday was rough... today rougher. Getting the sinking feeling I am no longer wanted at my home so I am looking into a second job and an RV that I can keep my precious basset in so I don't have to give him up. The urge to cry has washed over me many times this evening and the accomplishment I made today makes no difference anymore..... Breakfast1/2c oats cooked in water1 tbsp each flaxseed and hemp seed1/4c dried fruit Snack12 oz green monstertortilla chips Lunch1 slice lentil loafmashed potatoes5 each roasted brussels sprouts and asparagus spears1 corn bread muffin2 mushrooms 1/8 of an onion4 lil cookies Snack1c applesauce1 scoop protein powder Snack16 oz green monster Tonight was a active rest day for me. I did 45 mins of turbo kick and 65 mins of yoga. I also stayed after yoga with the teacher to work on my scorpion pose and I managed to actually get my feet over my head and worked them down to my head but lost it when I went to get more into a back bend. Was so excited to share that with my family but no one is talking to me and are shunning me. Guess I will crawl into bed and forget about today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandagracewing Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Nancy, It sounds like you are really going through a lot emotionally - my heart goes out to you. I'm very impressed with how you're sticking to your work outs and nutrition. Be kind to yourself and give yourself rest if you need it. I have recently been learning about how much our stomach and digestion is impacted by stress and our emotions. It's something I'm working on for myself. Yoga is wonderful- and I know can really help with digestion and breathing- I'm pushing myself to start practicing consistently. Congratulations on spending extra time and making progress with your pose! That's wonderful! And also with your now 69lbs of weight lost! I received your email and will respond ASAP! Keep up what you're doing and let me know if I can help with anything! xo Amanda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 Today was a much better day. I have decided I want to go back to school and I even know for what!! Of course I did pig out a lil bit but I am not going to punish myself for it. Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water2 tbsp whole flaxseed ground up1/4c dried fruit Snack6 oz green monstertortilla chips (yes i have an addiction to tortilla chips) Lunchlentil loaf5 roasted brussels sprouts5 roasted asparagus2 baby red potatoes2 mushrooms1/8 sliced onionthin slice of pineapple upside down cake1 brownie Snack1c applesauce5 walnut halves1 scoop protein powder Snack16 oz green monster Post workout8 oz almond milk2 scoops protein powder Bedtime1 scoop protein powder mixed with water No cardioBack/bicepsWide grip pulldown: 3 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 75 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 90 lbs 12 repsBent over row: 3 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 60 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 70 lbs 12 repsNarrow grip pulldown: 3 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets60 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 75 lbs 12 repsDumbbell row: 3 sets 12 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 15 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 20 lbs 12 repsEZ bar bicep curl: 3 sets 35 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 35 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 35 lbs 12 repsRope hammer curl: 3 sets 30 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 20 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 30 lbs 12 repsPreacher curl with ez curl bar: 3 sets 25 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 25 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 25 lbs 12 reps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaia Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Use your yoga training to deal with the stress. Breathe into the situation. Clear your mind of all the drama of the day. Calmly look at what it truly is. Adjust slowly and with control (as you had control in your scorpion, but then when you tried to muscle in the back bend, the control left). And as always, let the heart be open. PS - We all have dark days. I acknowledge them, but I don't let them make decisions for me. I wait till I am in a better state of mind, to make decisions. Or, i meditate on it. I look at all the options - even the way out idea ones. And I usually get to what it TRULY is that I am thinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 I let the cards fall into place and I know where I am now I have been dealing with lack of funds and getting overwhelmed with repo threats, garnishments, nasty hormonal swings.... Getting my bills in order and on payment arrangements, looking into going back to school to do something that sounds fun and interesting and just taking one step at a time. I got one of the bills for my ER visit and it is close to $11,000 that is coming out of my pocket..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synny667 Posted January 25, 2012 Author Share Posted January 25, 2012 Ok I wanted to cry and give up for the first time in a long time during boot camp. My legs are soooo pissed at me right now. I will explain when I get to that part of the journal but just know OMG yoga is going to suck massively tomorrow. I might just ignore what the teacher does and live in pigeon, cobbler and any other pose that works for stretching my legs and doesn't involve squatting, lunging or mean warriors..... Breakfast1/2c dry oats cooked in water2 tbsp whole flaxseed ground up1/4c dried cranberries Snack10 oz green monstertortilla chips (yes i know I really shouldn't be eating them but yummmmmmm)Salsa Lunchlentil loaf2 baby red potatoes roasted10 brussels sprouts roasted5 asparagus spears roasted Snack1c applesauce1 scoop protein powder Snack16 oz green monster Post workout8 oz almond milk2 scoops protein powder Bedtime 1 corn bread muffin8 oz almond milk1 scoop protein powder LegsBarbell squat: 2 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 4 sets 65 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 65 lbs 12 repsReverse lunge (bodyweight only): 1 set 20 reps, 2 sets 10 reps, 3 sets 15 reps, 2 sets 12 repsStep ups (bodyweight only): 5 sets 20 repsLying hamstring curl: 3 sets 30 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 30 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 30 lbs 12 repsLeg extension: 3 sets 60 lbs 20 reps, 3 sets 60 lbs 15 reps, 2 sets 60 lbs 12 reps I did my leg workout before I did cardio and endurance training..... turbo kick: 25 minsBoot camp: 60 mins of pure hell..... we got a new rotation. Did a dymanic warm up followed up with 10 mins of bodyweight exercises. Once we got to the main event my legs were burning. Station #1 reverse lunges and prone lat pulldown 100 each done as a group, Station #2 upright row and squats or squat jumps 100 each done as a group, Station #3 single leg deadlifts, kneeling shoulder press 100 each done as a group....... well I messed up on stations 1 and 3 and did more than I was supposed to...... Round 2 of those stations the teacher bumped it up to 300 each exercise done as a group. All said and done we each had to do 75 reps of each exercise...... I was stumbling into things on my way out of the gym and well I hope tomorrow I can move cause my quads are rebeling any kind of movement.... Glad tomorrow is chest and triceps day!!!! And to think I get to do that again Friday in boot camp.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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