Okay, no photo this time; things haven’t really changed much since my last post.
I didn’t end up finishing my 25 Miles in May last month, so I’m trying again for June. Basically, I have the month to walk 25 miles. Caleb loves trips in the Bob stroller, so that’s pretty good motivation each morning. I’ve got 25 days left in the month and only 20.57 miles to go!! I’m using the mapmyfitness app, which is fantastic:
I can keep track of my routes, which helps me gauge how far I want to walk and keep up a brisk pace.
I get a “Good Job” and a smiley face after every workout. Who says positive reinforcement has to be any more than that?!
I am using Instagram (@dancingwillowphoto) for accoutability with the hashtags #25milesinjune and #OperationZipThosePants – feel free to follow and encourage me and all the other women working hard to get healthy!
On the food end of things, I’ve been able to cut back my portions and calories big time since Caleb is officially weaned. That wasn’t even that intentional, but after Bolivia, it all “dried up.” So I thought I’d share the essence of my daily meals:
BREAKFAST:
1 Egg
1 Slice of American Cheese
1 Serving of Bacon/Sausage/other source of protein
Handful of almonds
or
Protein Parfait (greek yogurt, granola, peanut butter)
LUNCH:
1 Green Smoothie (5-7 servings of fruits & veggies)
1 Sandwich/Bagel/Wrap
DINNER:
Whatever I make that night :)
SNACKS:
Greek Yogurt
Spoonful of Peanut Butter or Nutella (if you don’t believe me, check the Nutrition label, they are almost the same)
Piece of Fruit
Chocolate Milk (usually with almond milk for extra protein)
I’m choosing portions based on the idea of feeling like my stomach is 50% full (it’s actually full, but our brains don’t get the message for awhile). Also, I only allow myself one sweet thing a day and drink more than the recommended 64oz of water a day.
Haven’t noticed much weight loss yet, but I’m feeling a lot more energized (even with less sleep), so that’s a win in my book!!
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