Seven Weeks of Summer: Week 2

Week 2:
6/24
Overall inches: waist, hips, arms, legs- 163.5"

Wednesday: Going into this week I  was mentally prepared to stay focused on my goals even though we were going to be on vacation. I prepared fruits, raw veggies, grilled chicken, boiled eggs, nuts and enough almond milk for my shakes to take on our trip. I knew that I would be temped to eat less nutritious foods and the only way to ensure I made healthy choices was to be prepared and say a little prayer! :)

Following the hip hop class at the local gym I made grilled chicken and veggies. I used a little water and sodium free seasonings to cook the veggies instead of oils. I'm not against using olive oil or coconut oil, but I had already used my daily allotment.

 

Thursday: I got up early and got my workout in. (Lower fix extreme) We packed up and headed out shortly after.We stopped at The Salt Lick in Austin for lunch on the way. I ordered the turkey plate. The meat came with a little bbq sauce already on it, which I didn't know beforehand, and coleslaw, beans and potato salad. I ate the turkey and a bite of each of the sides, just to get a taste. :)

After arriving at our hotel we headed to the minor league baseball game. I brought some raw cauliflower with me so I wouldn't be tempted by ball park foods.

 

Between one of the innings they let little kids run the field. T really wanted to run, and because he's only 2 they required an adult go with him. I jumped on the chance to run, because I can't stand sitting too long! 

 

Obviously we're trailing behind!

Friday: I woke before the boys and hit the hotel gym for some interval training. I didn't bring the 21 day fix with me, so I walked/jogged a mile and did 2 sets of weights and one burst of cardio for 3 rounds, then some abs.

 

Before heading to Sea World we grabbed breakfast (my 2nd meal) at the hotel. They had lots of stomach churning foods to choose from, but instead I chose scrambled eggs, fruit and plain oatmeal. I packed some food to eat while we were out. 

 

Natural peanut butter and a small apple. 

After returning from Sea World and getting a little nap we headed to dinner at the famous Mi Tierra. I tried to make the best of my choices and order a chicken taco salad with salsa instead of ranch. Unfortunately it's hard to 100% control what you eat when you go out unless you don't eat at all. You cant always get meats with low sodium or vegetables not cooked in canola oil, but you make the best with what you have and not go overboard. :)

Saturday:I got up before the boys again to get my workout in. I've decided I want to run my first 5k so I spent 30 minutes on the treadmill before using the weight machines.

 

We headed to breakfast at the hotel, again. I decided to stick with the same thing I had Friday morning although the pancakes looked good. He even tried to share.

 

We spent the morning at the Dosuem, Children's Museum. I highly recommend going if you have small kids! After the Doseum we had lunch on the Riverwalk. I decided on the vegetable enchiladas. They were not as healthy as I had hoped, so I made a 2nd trip to the gym while the boys napped to burn off some extra calories.

 

That evening we went back to the Riverwalk to get some dessert. I decided to join the boys and get some ice cream, because when in San Antonio eat ice cream. That's how the saying goes, right?? Anyway, a lifestyle change doesn't mean you have to give up the foods you love 100% of the time, you just need to consume them in moderation if you chose to consume them at all.

 

Sunday: Again, I woke before the boys to get my workout in. After breakfast we headed back home to end out vacation. We decided to not stop for food on the way home and
instead we ate our portioned snacks. We decided to get hamburgers instead of cooking when we got home, which was a mistake because I felt terrible during and after dinner! It's amazing how bad things taste that you used to love before cleaning up your diet. 

Monday: I got up early to get my workout in. I felt sluggish from the trip, and probably the burger, but I pushed through my workout. I had some errands and a hair appointment so I brought some snacks with me. (cauliflower, eggs, and shakeology) That evening I had my (free) fitness assessment with the gym I joined. I was pleased to learn my body fat percentage is in the ideal range for my age. I shared my goals with the trainer, and as he sat, listened, and encouraged me to achieve my goals I was reminded why I love being a BeachBody coach & hope to be just as supportive to others.

Tuesday:Upper fix was not my friend this morning. I had to reduce my weights on some of the moves, which didn't thrill me!I pushed through the workout, though! That morning we headed to the water park. I, again, packed my food so I wouldn't be hungry and stuck with only unhealthy choices. I brought grilled chicken, bell pepper and fruit.  When we got home I made a chicken and g=veggie stir fry using liquid aminos instead of soy sauce.
 

For dinner we made home-made tostadas. Normally I try to get in my carbs before 4, but occasionally I'll eat them for dinner because the rest of the family loves them... and I do, too!

 

7/1 Overall inches: waist, hips, arms, legs- 162.5"

Lost 1/2'' in each leg.