This was another challenging week. I'm still having vision trouble (could this really be caused by allergies???). And I was at conference Thursday evening through Saturday evening, which meant a lot of sitting and not enough fruits and veggies. I learned a ton of great blogging "stuff" and discovered a new, all natural chocolate snack. Can't wait to share it all with you!
And a highlight of the conference was meeting fellow Mamavation sista Sue, aka @mrsfatass.
But the real reason you're here today is for my weekly Mamavation update.
Fitness: I did cardio on 6 days out of 7, for a total of 158 minutes. I restarted the 200 Squat Challenge because I missed a week. But after I finished my third squat workout, I realized I was looking at Week 2! Goodness, my vision is affecting me! So, I think I'm going to move on to Week 3. Confused yet? I know I am!
My original running plan that I laid out in January called for a 5 mile run this week. It didn't happen. Between being away and my vision, I pushed it back a week. So that is the huge goal for the upcoming week (Saturday).
Monday - running, 37 minutes
Tuesday - #easactive 2 full body workout, 25 minutes; resistance band strength training, squat challenge
Wednesday - running, 30 minutes
Thursday - #easactive 2 full body workout, 21 minutes, squat challenge
Friday - running, 25 mintues
Saturday - rest day
Sunday - exercise bike, 20 minutes: resistance band strength training, squat challenge
Nutrition: I really struggled in this area this week. I've been feeling down because of my eyes. Then going to a conference. There were some decent salad options at meals, and there were some delicious eggplant roll-ups (must find a recipe!) on Friday night. It's hard being out of the "normal" routine.
I am re-focusing my efforts on proper portions and balanced clean eating this week! Here's our healthy menu plan for the week. I loaded up on a GRIP of Chefs Requested steaks last week - woot!
The Scale: Blergh. Up .5 lb this week. But considering the less than perfect food choices at the conference, I'm okay with it.
Because our daughter is only 3.5 years old, we are still doing a lot of the influencing for all of our family. We are tying to make a healthy lifestyle the "norm" for us. We want our daughter to automatically know that fruits and veggies are an every day occurrence, and juice, soda, candy and cookies are not. We allow occasional treats, but they are just that - treats. We also encourage lots of physical activity - walking in the neighborhood, learning to ride a bike, playing chase, playing on the playground. Ladybug has even told us that she wants to learn how to play golf. I can see that being a fun family activity for us.
This post is sponsored by Mamavation and I’m writing this to be entered into a giveaway.
Loved those eggplant roll-ups! If you find a recipe, please let me know.
ReplyDeleteGood job managing with all the changes in the week. Good luck with your plan. Cute that your daughter wants to golf, I love seeing tiny golfers, they're so cute. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteLove the cardio intensity despite the travel factor. Have a great week
ReplyDeleteHow cute! My son loves golf... he got a set of clubs (real, mind you) from his Grandpa at age 2. He loves putting on the green. If that sounds crazy, my BIL was a golf pro, so it makes sense in this family! I don't golf, but love getting kiddos started in sports young.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you have been a super busy lady! Those eggplant roll-ups sound delicious. I just wish eggplant wasn't so expensive right now. Get back into your routine and that .5# will melt right back off.
Have a great week!
You are amazing! Perhaps have your opt. check your cornea for the vision/blurry problem. I was having blurry vision issues for 6 months before they LOOKEd and found a corneal ulcer (this past July). My OLD (stress not going to her anymore) optometrist said my blurry vision issues were caused from hormones (me being preggo w/Tman). Now in hindsight... I know that was not the case.
ReplyDeleteOn a flip side... you are awesome! Keep up the great work! (and love the dot.com - what made you decide to do the jump/switch?)
hugs
You're doing so great, even if you did make some poor choices this week. 1/2 pound? I know that will be gone next week. You might want to see a doctor about your eye if it doesn't get better. Big hugs!
ReplyDeletePS Congrats on the new domain!
ReplyDeleteOnly .5 lbs up, it could totally be worse.
ReplyDeleteYour vision problems worry me a little. Have you seen a doctor about it?
Congratulations on the great example you're setting for your family!
My older boys are really interested in golf. My parents and many of my relatives play. If the boys weren't left handed, they would already have their own sets of clubs (at 3 and 5 years). Unfortunately for them finding kids clubs made for lefties is harder than it should be.
ReplyDeleteThe vision problem is worrying me...please do get that checked out!
ReplyDeleteI have no doubts you'll be saying goodbye to that .5 pound (and more) in no time. You are one determined lady, I know you can do it!
I can just imagine Ladybug hitting the links! :)
Good luck getting to that 5-miler this week. You are doing well overall but I understand the frustration with your vision and nutrition. You will be beyond those two sticking points soon. And rocking more than 5 miles soon too. I am jealous you and Sue got to hang out together. You both are awesome.
ReplyDeleteAlways tough being away from your normal surroundings! It can definitely mess with your habits and commitments. But it's good that you're not lamenting over it and wallowing in it -- I have a big tendency to do that! It's always important to stay positive and keep momentum. I hope you have an awesome week ahead of you! :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like nothing but bloggy fun! Take it and run girl. You kicked abs on your work outs so be proud of that! lol
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