It has been about a week since my last check-in. I had an amazing weekend with my boyfriend. We went to a formal dinner/dance for his medical school and had so much fun together. I soaked in all the fun and tried not to fret over the calories in the few drinks I enjoyed. I drink alcohol maybe one time a month or less so having one night out with my love is not something I want to berate myself for.
In terms of food for the evening there was very little I could actually eat because I am a gluten free vegetarian. They didnt have much I could eat so that wasnt really an issue. However, I wound up eating a lot of trail mix to fill up since that was all I had on hand before the night started. Not ideal obviosuly because trail mix is very high calorie and "filling up" on it is difficult for me, so I would up eating several handfulls.
I spoke with my running coach about calories and his suggestions for losing a few pounds. He put me at 1400 calories on rest days and 1600 on workout days. I have been working hard to hit those goals. It is sometimes very challenging but I have been doing it.
I am hoping to see the scale move this week as these last few pounds I am trying to shed are STUBBORN. I am adimitedly starting to feel a bit frustrated. I have been entertaining the idea of starting anoth diet bet after this one finishes up because I am not sure I can make my goal. I am not giving up! - I just want to be realistic and honest with myself. I am a work in progress and this is a journey. It is ok to keep trying, keep pushing.
Goals for the week of February 23, 2015:
- clean eating (I food prepped last night!)
- 5 quality workouts including a long run on sunday - 8 miles
- self-love and positive thoughts
- a much anticipated mid week training session with my coach who kicks my ass and makes me feel like I can do anything at the same time
- at least one yoga class
- dedication to myself and to my fitness/health plan because I am worth it and I deserve to feel good.
Another check in coming soon!