Happy Monday everyone!
Did you have a good week? Drank your water, ate clean and got up and moved?
I think I can officially declare that I am in a rut. I know what needs to be done, but I am having a hard time prioritizing exercise and myself. It seems simple, right?
Add into the mix two willful toddlers, a towering to-do list and a severe lack of sleep and I can't seem to get out of this rut. Okay, I would love to tell you all it is rainbows and sunshine here, but I have to admit my small efforts are quickly undone and I tumble back into my rut. Not just a small dip, no, a real rut. It has become frustrating to see the scale creep backwards and my days fly by without feeling productive.
So, where are the brakes? :)
I rocked my meal plan last week and loved the new foods from the Eat Clean Diet. This week I am trying some new ones and still keeping it on the fresh, local and whole food side. So, here it is:
- Monday - Mediterranean Stuffed Green Peppers - with cannollini beans & whole wheat couscous for meatless Mon.
- Tuesday- Stir Fry with tofu over brown rice with egg drop soup
- Wednesday- Crustless Broccoli Quiche, pesto rolls & salad
- Thursday- Mushroon Quinoa Risotto, gazpacho & salad
- Friday- Black Bean & Butternut Squash Chili - I am adapting a recipe from allyou
- Saturday- Leftovers
- Sunday- Family Dinner - usually a surprise!
My food goals this week are a simple back to basics...
- Drink 100+ oz of water
- Fit in my snacks!!! 6 almonds, an apple, kale chips.. I just need to get back to snacking smart.
- Control my portions
And on the exercise front? Well, I have the desire, but it is time to actually act. I have been keeping up with the #2weekchallenge and #100DayBurpeeChallenge but I really need more cardio and to really be pushing myself daily. I feel like I am going through the motions, but am too tired to keep my intensity up.
This week I want to get my groove on with the Wii and trying to walk. I have the new Summer Dance party for Just Dance I haven't tried out and I want to spend more time grooving with the Zumba disc also. Wish me luck!
So first priority is sleep this week, then kicking butt in the sweat department.
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Question: How are you planning to change up your workout as summer ends?
I hope to enjoy some normalcy in my schedule! Summer is such a busy, crazy time and with trips and all the excitement of parties we don't have a set normal routine. Okay, this mama enjoys a routine as much as the kiddos need one. I love having a time for activities, like my 10 am walk or to bed by 7:30 for the kiddos. I need to set a bedtime for myself so I can get up early and start my day off with a workout. I know it would be even better for me than my beloved cup of black coffee.
I am also looking at getting a few new DVDs and Wii games to keep me active. I love to switch things up. Do you have any good recommendations?
Hello A,
ReplyDeleteI read this and started to wonder if I was at my own blog (except for the toddlers). I went to bed last night after midnite, even though I know better. And then I was still awake arguing with myself about how I know that sleep is an important component of weight loss.
Well, you're not alone and we're all doing this together!
Thinking of you and cheering for a successful week for you,
Sara
Hope you're feeling better!! I know there are a million and ten things vying for your attention, but YOU are important!! You need to make time for you and your health. (I know you know this, just a gentle reminder.) Love you!
ReplyDeleteYour meal plan sounds yummy, as always. I hope that you are able to carve out some time for you. Good luck this week, and keep us posted on how you like the new recipes :)
ReplyDeleteSick is just suckage. There, I said it. It ranks right up there with textured paint. Feel better!
ReplyDeleteI feel like I was looking in the mirror while reading your post. I know that rut feel and the "knowing what needs to be done..." feeling. You can do it.
ReplyDeleteYour meal plan looks awesome! I am trying to have us eat cleaner as well.
Pat on your back for the keeping up with the burpee challenge!
I heard about your wii workoout and i to use that sometimes.. i want to try that zumba out since everyone is raving about it. Keep up the good work. :)
ReplyDeleteYour menu plan for the week sounds delish. I'm off to google the stuffed peppers and cannelini beans. We are in a total food rut since school started and we're trying to get used to being on the run again, so I am in need of more food ideas! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteToo bad sleep is so important, if it wasn't us Mommies would be rockin!
ReplyDeleteYour meal plan looks delish... Does everyone have it or is this your personal menu?
Congrats on keeping up with the challenges especially when you weren't feeling well.
anjanette,
ReplyDeleteYes, it is the plan for "everyone"... but that is only my DH & I. My kids have a rare genetic disorder and have to have a special menue of fruit, vegetables and medical food. We are working on peppers with my 3 year old and when he comes around I will modify the peppers or find alternatives for the other meals. :)
I agree with everyone else - your meal plan sounds delish! I hope your rut is conquered. I've been in that rut and it is no fun. Good luck with your goals this week!
ReplyDeleteDOOODE... Meal plan looks AMAZING. I'm proud of you for recognizing the rut because that is often the first step to pulling yourself out of it. I vaguely remember us having this conversation before... but maybe I just had it in my head. Back to Basics is EXACTLY where you need to be and I love that you recognize that. Baby steps darlin. Baby Steps. you can definitely do this and will pull yourself out... and if you need to vent, talk, whatever, I'm only a phone call away and NEVER EVER EVER too busy for you, so lean on those who love and adore you... and get some rest (preaching to the choir on that one) LOVE YOU!
ReplyDeleteI totally feel you on the rut I really hope things get better for you. What i started to do to help me get out of a rut is just finding things that I can do with my little one to stay active. she is in love with yoga and running and we motivate each other. I have been there where i do not want to do anything (trust me it is not easy) but you have support. I hope your week gets better!
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