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I feel rather unproductive this week, especially so with work. I'm just not feeling it. And, neither is my wallet.
Exercise resumed today. This morning my husband had inquired if I would be jogging with him this evening. I had planned to cycle. But, since he is giving running a shot I figured I would rearrange my exercise plans to embrace his optimism. So, I cycled on the stationary this morning before work for an hour and a half (17 miles). Not a particularly fast pace, but I rather enjoyed watching the Hobbit while working up a moderate sweat. It felt amazing to my leg muscles as well. Cycling seems to work opposing muscle groups in my legs and often feels like a relief to me following long runs.
I thought that I might be happy just finishing the marathon and then moving on to a new focus. But, I fear I have an addiction. All I have done in the past three days post-marathon is think about which marathon I will run next and how I might train and fuel differently to improve my overall pace. It isn't that what I did Sunday wasn't good enough. It is just that now I crave more of it. I am not a fast runner and I don't expect to ever Boston-qualify. But, I do want something more to come out of my running aside from better health for myself. I believe I am going to join Team in Training through the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to raise funds for research. I am awaiting final word from my running buddy (who I am now certain is tired of me talking her into everything---"Let's do this marathon. It's like running the half marathon and back. We can do it. It'll be fun!" HEHEHEHE. With distance running, I've learned that I absolutely need my running buddy. Having someone there to talk to when you are 17 miles into a 20 mile run is absolutely necessary for me.
I really want to tweak my diet by incorporating more protein. I'm still not getting close to the 100 grams of protein I have been aiming for yet, let alone the 175 grams recommended by IIFYM. I'm also on a strict financial budget now too. Money is tight. Meat is expensive. I do have protein powder though. I guess I could maybe start making myself drink at least 2 protein shakes a day for a whopping 40 extra grams of protein. That would at least get me to the 100 grams/day mark. Maybe I will try mixing it with plain almond milk to keep the calories on the lower end. Tonight will be some type of combination of portabella mushrooms and skirt steak mixed together in low sodium soy sauce. Ever try to use up whatever food you have in the fridge before it goes bad? That's where I am right now. So I started combining food to try to wing some concoction that will taste palatable. Groceries are expensive and when any of it goes to waste, it is like watching money burn for me. I have our grocery budget between $70-85 bucks a week for a family of four now. Granted, the kids eat lunch and sometimes breakfast at school which is not included in that budget. But, I pack lunch everyday and make dinner most nights. Maybe once a week we go out to eat, unless we are out of town which usually results in more frequent restaurant visits. I'm not sure how well the skirt steak is going to to. It had been frozen since February and I am praying it was not freezer-burnt. I am pairing it with a baked potato. I like baked potatoes and I don't believe that carbs are the enemy, anymore than fat is the enemy.
My plan for this evening is to prepare dinner after work. Then, fold the voluminous mounds of laundry I have piled up in baskets, straighten my room (maybe go through my clothes for things that no longer fit so that I can donate them) and then walk/jog a 5K with the husband. Tomorrow will be a busy day as we attend the husband's graduation. I expect there to be cupcakes and I will be mindful throughout the day to ensure that I leave room in my daily intake to celebrate his graduation with a cupcake and likely a celebration dinner. I'd like for him to pick Texas Roadhouse for dinner so that I can get that extra protein. I'm planning on a round of morning rush Zumba before work. Saturday will also be busy as I have a wedding shower to attend and my son has prom. I will try to slip in a Zumba class from 1030-1130 and then leave to go to the wedding shower. Sunday is mother's day. I had planned to take my mother out for margaritas at the local mexican restaurant, but I learned last night that my brother has made plans with her from 10 am through 7 pm that day so I believe I may just buy her some potted flowers. I'd also like to get some running in on Sunday. I will post a new game plan next Monday. I realize I have to set short-term goals to be the most successful in my journey.
I hope everyone has an excellent weekend.
2MC
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1122 kcal
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Fat: 46.42g | Prot: 85.62g | Carbs: 93.08g.
Breakfast: Kraft Natural Shredded Fat Free Cheddar Cheese, Tostitos Medium Salsa, Egg. Lunch: Athenos Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Baby Carrots, Vegetable Beef Soup (Home Recipe). Dinner: Tostitos Scoops! 100% White Corn Tortilla Chips, Lettuce, Salsa, Mission Carb Balance Medium/Soft Taco Flour Tortillas, Fat Free Sour Cream, Beef Inside Skirt Steak (Lean Only, Trimmed to 1/4" Fat). Snacks/Other: Swanson whey protein powder, Silk Pure Almond Milk - Original, Bell Plantation PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter, Bananas. more...
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2757 kcal
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Exercise:
Walking (brisk) - 4/mph - 54 minutes, Bicycling (slow) - 11/mph - 1 hour and 30 minutes, Sleeping - 21 hours and 36 minutes. more...
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I have a good friend who is a marathon-o-holic....if you are close to FL or need someone to talk marathons with, I can always put you in touch with her on Facebook (assuming you have a profile.) lol
08 May 14 by member: MightyFull
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And this is why I don't run ~ LOL. JK ... if ONLY I could get addicted to physical activity.
08 May 14 by member: FullaBella
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Yes, groceries are expensive. I don't eat red meat (or poultry), but here are some alternative protein sources I've utilized: eggs, garbanzo beans/hummus, black beans (any beans, really), peanut butter (yes, calories), quinoa (can be pricey), almonds... dairy. I am sure there are more. I am not advocating that you change your way of eating, but these would be great protein boosters in place of, or together with, meat. sounds like you're in store for a busy weekend - enjoy it!
08 May 14 by member: megmonster
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I appreciate the list. At one point I was considering a vegetarian diet and was on the lookout for alternative protein sources. I do fix a lot of beans, but unfortunately you get a lot of carbs with them as well.
08 May 14 by member: 2ManyCurves
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This might sound gross, but canned fish is good, cheap-ish source if you like the taste! I go with tuna, herring, sardines, and salmon. Often, except in the case of tuna, the low-priced canned fish is wild-caught, especially salmon (I think almost all canned salmon is wild-caught actually, due to the quality required of it when grinding it up). You can make fish cakes or kedgeree (a morning Scottish meal with eggs and rice and spices). I will often just flake up the herring/kipper with avocado and pepper.
08 May 14 by member: marissastewart
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Hey hey, 2MC. I'm still amazed that you've run that marathon. I can barely run a block or two. GREAT WORK and I hope you run a few more this year. WTG! You're doing so well! I know lately you seem a bit down, but don't give up... it's funny how the body works. Some extra protein will definitely help. Try and get to that 100g if you can. For me, I do one and a quarter scoops of my protein powder and mix that with just three quarters of a cup of unsweetened almond milk to maximize how much protein I get from each shake. And two a day is no big deal -- feel free to do that. Keep smiling and keep cranking! Don't give up! You're going to get there!!! :D
08 May 14 by member: Rob.c.weiss
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Hi 2MC! Wow, sounds to me like you've been very productive, tho it not be as much as you'd like, or are used to. I admire you so much & others who run too, especially marathons. I can't even imagine what it's like to do that! Just to finish, never mind who comes in 1st, is a HUGE & awesome thing to me & I congratulate you on your success. I applaud your desire to run the other marathon to raise $$ for leukemia & lymphoma research, a worthy cause for sure. I hear you on the pricey meats, I can hardly afford to look much less buy them anymore. Gladly, our DD takes me shopping & we have fun & save $$ at a Winco store. It's 60 miles from here so we only go once a month. Last time I found a big pack of boneless pork loin meat for cheap. I divided it up into 4 or 5 meals, so it was a great deal for like $5-$6. We're going there again on SAT, & DD is taking me out to eat for Mom's Day. Hubby has to work SAT so can't join us, but I usually bring something home to him. We have our exercycle set where we can watch TV while cycling too & it's much more fun that way. I think I have a carton of protein powder in my cupboard that was our youngest DD's when she lived here. I wonder if that would help me to lose weight if I just had a shake for breakfast like with Slim Fast, which I can't afford. Well, you're doing great champ, so keep it up & keep inspiring the rest of us! ((HUGS))
09 May 14 by member: GLAMMER
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Thank you Glammer, Rob and Marissa. The protein powder does tend to make me feel fuller. I've spent some time browsing body building sites this morning to get some more ideas on getting the protein in. Canned salmon is an excellent idea. I am going to give that a try along with maybe 2 protein shakes a day. I don't think I've been down really. I have had a lot to contend with lately and it does get frustrated when you feel like you are perhaps experiencing a stall in weight loss. Even with not weighing in (True Fall Challenge) I feel as if I am not really progressing much physically. Eh...I need to work on my patience. Have a good weekend everyone. Have a Happy Mother's Day, Glammer.
09 May 14 by member: 2ManyCurves
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