I feel like I've been such a crappy, unattentive friend to you all lately... time to catch up on some personals!
Olehcat - Sometimes just MOVING helps to get things 'moving'... Hopefully you're not having that issue anymore by the time you read this, but if things still feel stuck go for a quick jog or walk if you're able. Aside from that drinking a lot of water will help as will having a cup of coffee (for some people).
I'm glad you really like the IF method of eating! So many people are seeing it as this trendy thing to do, and like it's some sort of magic pill for instant weight loss (sort of like going gluten free even if you don't have Celiac's) but its about LIFESTYLE. If thats the way you tend to naturally eat, why fight it and eat first thing in the morning or 6 small meals a day? It's silly!
Thats great that you feel more relaxed about your actual weight too... thats the point I'm getting to! Yes, the scale for me is up, and it's because I've gained fat. Duh, I can see that! LOL but the scale isn't going to make me feel like a better or worse person.
I'm sure that once I start this program with my new trainer ( by the way... haha) he'll have me using the scale but I'll only be doing it for his reference, not my own. From the sounds of things so far he goes more by pictures anyway which is the REAL test. After all, no judge would ever look at me and go "wow, she looks great but I bet she's over 120 pounds..." and that's who he caters to. I digress, but you see what I mean.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
Domlacha - Mmmm your breakfast yesterday sounded good! I love the combination of eggs and avocado. In fact, this morning I had a mix of egg whites and a whole egg, tomato, portabella mushrooms and avocado topped with a bit of salsa. Sometimes I like to have a couple of egg whites, avocado and salsa in 1/2 of a whole wheat pita for breakfast.
How was the theatre and Chinese? You know, I can honestly say that I'm not a fan of cream cheese wontons. Everyone seems to love them but they just taste like nothing to me. Too bland or something. Give me some chicken chow mein any day!
I am definitely looking forward to working with this trainer for several reasons; to get in shape is the primary reason (der!) but having a break from thinking about it and learning new things, as you mentioned, are definitely up there! I'm trying to picture the bridge move you spoke of... I don't know if I could do that! LOL I'm not good with plyometric/rapid movements. I'm better at holding heavy stuff. It sounds like a heck of a challenge but also a bit unsafe... I guess I'd have to see it in person.
Turbo - OMG sleeping kitties with paws over their sleeping kitty faces MELT MY HEART! Its like my kryptonite! Put that with a pint of cookies and cream ice cream and I'm done... tapping out. I sure miss my kitty... he had these HUGE paws with all this super soft long white fur that would grow out between the pads of his paws that I loved to pet!
I would never let him in my bedroom though because he had so much fur that the thought of it on my sheets grossed me out. If I ever accidentally left my bedroom door open for like a split second he would run under my bed and I'd have to shoo him out with a broom... little $hit.
I love your little milk frother... it IS cute! What a nice gift, and it's always better when they're actually USEFUL too!
I don't get how you and krampus wear boyshorts. They feel like diapers to me! It's too much material to go under clothing and not enough to run around in alone!
That's FANTASTIC that your hip didn't hurt during your run! I know you're hating that your cardio sucks but you WILL get it back, and the most important thing is that you are healed up and can do it again. Just stick with your training plan and don't push it too far, too fast. Super exciting though! Especially considering your appetite is getting back under control, your weight is coming down, and your tummy pooch is shrinking! Great news all around.
Bayzee - haha VS is such a money grubber but I love it. I spend more on their sweats/hoodies and smelly-good stuff than anything else. I have so much lingerie that has been worn like ONCE or twice but most of the time I stick to my sports bras... hahaha.
I wrote back to your PM about the training thing... but yea... stoked. SCARED, but stoked.
Ugh, I'm sorry to welcome you to the 'this can't be water weight' club, but, um, welcome? At least we're all in it together!
Alexis - You know, it's IS an investment, isn't it? I've never regretted the money I spent on my first trainer/nutritionist because I learned SO much from her! I'm hoping this will do the same for me, even though I know much more now. Good way to look at it! It makes me feel less like a crazy spender... heck between that ($1200 for the program) and paying off my car AND all the plane tickets/holidays that we just had I feel like a spendin' fool!
Oooh, I like your take on s'mores for breakfast too! I think on Saturday my plan is to mix chocolate chips and mini marshmallows into my quinoa before I cook it, instead of incorporating them into a pancake. I figure I better enjoy those small indulgences now before I start this program and they're all taken away from me! I doubt I'll even be able to have almond butter, salad dressing or anything of that sort while I'm on it.
LOL your orchestra debacle sounds interesting... hahaha. Thats so neat that you play an instrument! Not too many adults really do, do they?
Krampus - I may have missed your intention in the post, but are the tent camping trip and the trip to the Keys one in the same? With as much fun as you have I wouldn't be surprised if they were two different events.
LOL about getting into bikini shape... don't be modest, rock it! I know what you mean about not being good with deadlines. I know if I ever DID do a competition for real I would HAVE to have a trainer because otherwise I'd sabotage myself. Too much pressure or something. You're right though, you're in bathing suit shape now so just keep doing your thing! No need to stress over 1/2 ounce of fat loss that nobody but you will notice anyway!
I honestly can't say I've really been having a 'rough time' just boredom, you know? I'm tired of trying to come up with new workouts and tired of the 'paralysis by analysis' I tend to get. Lets let someone else deal with that ****! I realized that I'm NOT yet a professional, yet I'm trying to get into pro shape. I should let a PRO handle it!
I'll have to check out the dumplings next time I make it into a Trader Joes. I picked up some of their frozen turkey meatballs and I LOVED them! I am glad I just finished them off because again, I doubt I'd be allowed them on this plan. I'm hitting up TJs in April when I'm done though!