Let me tell you something about Madeline. She gathers info and applies it. Then, she makes it her own! I have seen her tweak recipes to get the best possible result. And I feel like this is how she approached her fitness and diet to change things up this last month.
She took my advice of adding in strength and literally ran with it. Strength training is such a powerful fitness tool. Way to go, Madeline! Also, bravo on diet modification and using exercise to cope with the added stress of finals.
I want to piggyback on the advice offered by Madeline below in regards to Thanksgiving (or any party!) and the leftover food aftermath. One strategy is to ask people to bring their own tupperware for a left-over haul away. You can also pick up a few extra to go containers before your party, and let folks put together their own carry out treat.
Here are the posts prefacing this one to give you more background is so desired!
1. Madeline's asks for advice on how to Lock It Up
2. Lock It Up: Week One
3. Lock It Up: Week Two
From Madeline:
How is it December 12th already?!
I apologize for my lack of posting. As soon as classes end for the semester and through exams, I completely shut down. Exams are officially OVER, and I will be en route to Jamaica SO SOON!
BONUS: I'm back to my pre-summer weight! Perhaps even a little less. Staying on track with my eating and exercise has been the ticket. One of the good things about exams (there are very few) is that I work out like a MANIAC. Sitting around all day studying makes me crave exercise, so I've been working out almost 7 days per week.
But first, let's talk about Thanksgiving for a minute. I slid off track for a couple days due to Thanksgiving, but I learned from my mistakes. For the last 3 years, I have made Thanksgiving dinner for myself, my husband, and whoever else ends up showing up. This is something I LOVE to do, but I always end up with a ton of leftovers. I hate wasting food, so of course, we eat it. A benefit of going to someone else's house is that you usually eat the Thanksgiving food once…and then you go home.
Things I will do differently next year if I make Thanksgiving dinner:
1. Make individual desserts. I made a GF pumpkin pie and GF apple crisp this year, and it was TOO MUCH. We had leftover dessert for almost 1 week after, and for a girl who doesn't eat dessert very often..this was a problem. Individual desserts will be more time consuming, but there won't be any leftovers! An idea: these mini apple pie cakes.
2. Make smaller portions! Smaller portions = less leftovers. I'm going to try and tailor my serving size to the number of people attending Thanksgiving dinner.
Okay! Back to regularly schedule programming.
My exercise routine has been SUPER varied over the last 2 weeks, and I think my body is really responding to that. I'm averaging 3 cardio per week and 2-3 weight lifting things per week. I've done different dvds, different types of running programs…all sorts of things. I've been revisiting some of my favorite Jillian Michaels Body Revolution dvds (Level 10 = I can't feel my butt the day after) - it's been fun to come up with something different.
Overall, I'm feeling great. The next few weeks will be a HUGE challenge for me. We are traveling more than we are home, so eating well and exercising will be a struggle. Here are my goals:
While in Jamaica, try to work out at least 3 times. Our resort has a gym, fitness classes…and there's a freaking gorgeous beach to run/walk on. NO EXCUSES! Also…be careful of what I eat and drink. Don't overindulge - not worth it!
While in Florida, watch what I eat. Try to work out with my brother a few times (he's in ROTC, and I'm pretty sure he could and would kick my butt).
Wish me luck! I'll touch base soon. I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday!!!
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