Healthy Living Check-In: 8/28

[xctsclrx]

1. How did last week go?
2. What are your work out goals for the week? Number? Type?
3. What are your food goals for the week?
4. Any non-scale victories?


Bonus: How do you keep on track food wise when you travel? Do you pack snacks for the drive? If so what type?

[xctsclrx]

1. Last week went really well. I got in all my workouts an only slacked on one. Eating went really well until Saturday and Sunday.
2. Keep up the motivation. Keep working out. I have two strength days this week and the rest are cardio
3. Keep tracking using myfitnesspal. Love the new macro nutrients information the breakdowns of fat protein and sugar vs just sugar.
4. I didn't have any heartburn at all this past week until I screwed up on Sunday. That was good. Also, I was able to increase my push up reps until I had to go to my knees.

Bonus: I didn't which is why I am asking. I packed an apple and stopped at a gas station thinking I might be able to grab something there that wasn't fast food, however everything there was junk. I think next time I might be packing some more snacks.

[2chatter]

I ran twice last week and hope to run 2-3 times this week and get to the gym once.

I need to just net eat less. And not let DH talk me into things like cheese fries that just leave me feeling gross but taste so good.

Bonus: I always pack gin gins (help with motion sickness but also are candy), nuts, rice cakes, core power bars and sparkling water.

[mae0111]

1. Last week was good. 6 cardio workouts.
2. I'm aiming for 4-5 workouts next week. DD1 is back to school, which will throw a wrench in things. I know I won't be able to do all 6, so hoping for 5.
3. Food goals - I waaay overbought groceries, so my goal is to not throw too much away.
4. Non-scale victory - I think I'm finally getting through to DD1 about her health. She's overweight and obsessed with food, so I made it into a math problem. She has asked to go for a walk or a run 2 of the last 3 days, so I'm calling that a win.

Bonus: since I rarely drive on road trips, and we leave first thing in the morning, I will eat a yogurt in the car. I pack protein bars, granola bars, goldfish or teddy Grahams for the kids, bananas, apples... stuff like that. And a small plastic bag for garbage when we stop to fill up. DH buys all the road trip crap, and I did not fall into that trap last weekend when we did a 11 hr round trip drive.

[judyblume14]

1. I was out of town for half the week. I had a goal to rest a little more (which I did). The, when home, I got in 2 of the 3 workouts that I wanted.
2. 4 crossfit workouts. If i miss one, I need to make it up by doing a Shred session.
3. Stick to the meal plan. Do not spiral on shit food.
4. None come to mind.


Bonus: How do you keep on track food wise when you travel? Do you pack snacks for the drive? If so what type?
I don't keep on track. I'm have horrible eating habits when I travel because I convince myself I deserve all these treats. This is very fresh on my mind following the few pounds I gained last week.

[erinshelley21]

1. Last week went very well until Friday night. The kids and I went to a wedding and the food was all carbs. The only veggie was cole slaw and that basically does not count as a veggie. I got 5/7 workouts in and food was pretty good except for 3 meals all weekend. Could have been worse!
2. Workout every day. Wednesday will be a struggle since I'll have to do it after the kids go to bed due to me having CE all day. I'm really loving the 21 day fix workouts though. I love the variety!
3. Not derail 21 day fix over the weekend! Or Wednesday since I have class.
4. I'm starting to use heavier weights in my workouts.
Bonus: I try too. On the road is usually when I want things like a Diet Mountain Dew or chips.

[polecat8]

1. How did last week go? Not great. I got to the gym once, but it was a total bust since the kids came running out of the gym daycare crying about 20 minutes after I got there (they had potty accidents). So I cut my losses and went home. I did go for a few walks.
2. What are your work out goals for the week? Number? Type? I want to get to Body Pump twice this week and get another long walk done. I did an hour walk/run yesterday with DS2 since he was getting fussy.
3. What are your food goals for the week? Try to shave a few more calories off my daily total. My eating has been bad since my parents have moved in. They like their sweets and going out to eat. I'm trying to counteract that by getting more workouts in, but it is hard with my schedule.
4. Any non-scale victories? Not really.


Bonus: How do you keep on track food wise when you travel? Do you pack snacks for the drive? If so what type?
I like protein bars, nuts, and water for the drive. When I travel, I try to do a lot of walking.

[erinshelley21]

I feel like this is a good place to tell a random story about my H making dinner. He wanted to make beef and noodles for dinner and I said fine. They're delish and I can save my carb containers for dinner and call it good. I asked him to make a veggie to go with it. He said he could do that. I expected carrots because that's what he likes. He got corn. Not even regular corn but cream style corn.

I love him. And I won't say anything because I love him.

[campermom]

1. How did last week go? I was sick so I missed a few workouts and didn't eat much.
2. What are your work out goals for the week? Number? Type?
Sunday: 5 miles
Monday rest
Tues: NROLFW
Wed: 2 miles
Thurs: 4 miles
Friday rest
Sat: Edit- nope nothing I forgot we are going camping

3. What are your food goals for the week?
RP template Base week 1, the. Relax a little for Labor Day

4. Any non-scale victories?
Not really


Bonus: How do you keep on track food wise when you travel? Do you pack snacks for the drive? If so what type?
Usually almonds, protein bars, cashews, fruit but now that I'm on the RP template it's going to be much much Harder. I'm just going to take a break when we go away this weekend bc it's just too much to think about, until I get more used to it.

[kimberlybb]

1. How did last week go? Last week went okay. I got all my work outs in but need to be better about not snacking
2. What are your work out goals for the week? Number? Type? Get my running mileage in plus three strength training work outs
3. What are your food goals for the week? To not eat all the things
4. Any non-scale victories? Not this week


Bonus: How do you keep on track food wise when you travel? Do you pack snacks for the drive? If so what type?
I try to look at restaurant menus online beforehand and pick something healthy so I don’t make an impulsive choice at the restaurant because I’m starving. I do usually pack snacks. I bring apples, Lara bars, and nuts.

[judyblume14]

campermom, I fond the RP template life really tempting because I have seen such impressive results in some of my gym buddies. It just seems like... a lot. Can you give me your honest review on the following?

1) Is it a huge pain in the ass?
2) Did you meal plan/prep before RP? If so, how much EXTRA time are you spending prepping now?
3) Do you/your partner cook separate meals for your kids/partner?
4) Are you hungry? Do you eat the same thing everyday?

[2chatter]

I'm afraid to ask as I seem like a magnet for things that make my life more complicated...but what is RP template judyblume14 and campermom?

[judyblume14]

2chatter, I'll let campermom expand, becuase I don't know much about it.

but RP is a diet based on macros and timing. Your macros change based on your activity level for the day. I think it's like, 12 week cycles. And you have to (GASP!) weigh your food - which is why it sounds like a huge PITA to me. But, results.

You pay lotsa money up-front for templates that tell you what to eat on which days. And you can also opt-in to coaching (on-line? over the phone?) for more lotsa money.

[campermom]

Aug 29, 2017 9:57:18 GMT -5 judyblume14 said:

1) Is it a huge pain in the ass?


Yes, so far. I'm only a few days in and have given myself a lot of flexibility aka non adherence. I've never really macro counted so this is a huge learning curve for me.

2) Did you meal plan/prep before RP? If so, how much EXTRA time are you spending prepping now?

Yes, I prepped breakfasts and lunches.i have to get 3 kids out the door by 7 by myself so I took Sundays to do overnight oats or freezer fruit smoothie packets for breakfasts and premade lunches like Mason jar salads or bowls for the week. I planned dinners based on Our evening activities (how fast do they need to be on the table) and also have stock piles of freezer meals for dinners. I was a well oiled machine. Not anymore.




But, I'm finding myself prepping but in a different way for this.i used to have things as "grab and go" for myself. Now I make a big vat of the foods on the list and then take time each night to measure them out for the next day based on the timing and intensity of the workout. So far-do.not.love. There is no way for me to prep many days ahead of time in the same way bc of the measuring. I miss that. No day has the same amounts so it's way too overwhelming. itsme has been really helpful and if you have anymore tips for this part please let me know!



3) Do you/your partner cook separate meals for your kids/partner?
Uh I don't know how dinners are going to go. So far I just trying to have a lean protein and veg and carb that are on my list. This is the overwhelming part for me.I dk. I've only been back to work for 2 days and on this thing for less than a week. We'll see.


4) Are you hungry? Do you eat the same thing everyday?

NO I am not hungry at all. In fact I kind of feel gross bc I'm stuffing more food in. Again, only a few days in. Blech.

I'm kind of eating from the same menu. All the things they suggest on the template. I'm going to stick with the staple for a while before I learn how to borrow macros and do math and make recipes.

Except today. When I went out to eat w coworker's and got a bigass BBQ burger with onion rings and fries.

So....I should not answer these Qs until after Labor Day.


but in all seriousness, this is going to be good for me and I am really glad I spent the $ for the template. Spending WAY WAY more on a trainer gave me minimal results. I know I have strong abs, they are just under a layer of fat that I would like to see disappear. Also, when I put my mind to something I am a very determined person and I will see it through. Just, after I eat this Mac and cheese.


ask me again in a week and a half and I'll be much more positive!

[2chatter]

campermom - enjoy the Mac and cheese and resume in full after the holiday! It sounds like a lot of work.

[judyblume14]

campermom, thank you. It sounds like something that I don't have the energy to fit into our current schedule of life.

Why can't I just wish the excess fluff away? Like you, I know I have muscles. They're just hiding under my lazy diet.

[xctsclrx]

judyblume14,I recently downloaded the myfitness app and it now tracks macros. Probably not as intense as campermom, stuff, but it might give you a shove in the right direction. I thought it was cool that it doesn't just track calories anymore.

Just enter the food you want to eat before you eat and it can give you warnings like really high in fat or sodium. Also, gives advice like- High protein food, low saturated fats. Stuff like that. As you use it the more you learn. Might fit your life style a bit more.

[librarychica]

1. I haven't checked in in a while, but I've been doing well. I hit 10lbs lost last week. That tends to be my "stable" weight where I slack off so I have to keep on it.

2. This is the last week of my Bar Method trial. I've been going 2-3 times a week. I wanted to go this AM but sick kid so I am aiming for Thursday and Saturday.

3. Stick to my fitness pal.

4. This morning I noticed that I can actually feel muscles in the back of my arms. Lol. It's the little things.

Bonus: I do pack snacks for road trips (homemade trail mix, fruit, lots of water). Also, I research restaurants in advance.

[judyblume14]

xctsclrx, I have a fit bit (basically just to let me know that when i'm not working out, i'm sitting on my butt... and that I don't sleep). But, I have been tracking my food on there - annoyed that it was mostly just calories. However, I just looked at the app on m y phone and realized that it does track macros. So, i will try to pay more attention. I have no idea what my macro breakdown should be. How does one go about figuring that out?

[2chatter]

I just realized I already use macros. I eat 50-60 percent carbs, 15-20 percent protein - those are really the percentages I pay attention to but I dropped 20 pounds and have kept it off while injured. I read on my gym's website - 9 Round Nutrition.

[xctsclrx]

judyblume14, Mine already gave me the breakdown. I want to say 50% carbs, 30% fat and 20% protein.