Another Week Passes

Well here I am, sitting here after another week has passed.  I feel that this last week has been a bit of a challenge due to some unforeseen circumstances.  I missed a day at the gym and I actually got a little cranky toward the end of the day.  I know that life will throw you curves and that some days it may just actually be impossible to make it to the gym, but I had not really thought about how to handle those days.  Since I obviously did not handle things correctly by getting cranky and eating a few too many carbs, I needed to sit down and think about how to go about my day if the gym is not a possibility.  I have decided that for me, I definitely will need to eat lighter on those days and instead of fretting about not getting to the gym I should just find things around the house in the evening that I can do instead i.e. taking the dogs for a walk, sit-ups, push-ups etc.  


I find myself pushing the people close to me to get to the gym more and eat healthier.  Even though they do not have to listen to me I feel that at least I am trying to help those I love and that are dear to me, although, I should probably stop that soon before they just plain get annoyed with my unsolicited advice.  


So I just threw our dinner in the crockpot...it is another recipe from Skinnyms.com.  Here is the recipe if you would like to try it...its only 165 calories per serving!!  I plan on having some veggies or a salad with the chicken!


Lemon Basil Chicken
     4-8oz chicken breasts (thawed)
     4 medium carrots (sliced)
     1 tbsp dried basil
     1/4 cup chicken broth
     1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (approx. 2 lemons)


     Put everything in the crockpot with the chicken on top.  Cook on low for 4-5 hours.  


How easy is that recipe?? I am super excited to try it later when my hubby gets home!! Let me know if you like it!


I love my lifestyle change, I have tons of energy and just generally feel better both physically and mentally.  I have seen a definite change in my attitude and general zest for life, I am not watching TV as much anymore (except for those shows that I just can't get away from) and I am wanting more than ever to work on things that I am passionate about.  First though, I must get my freaking house in order, it's hard to even admit that I had let those little things go because I just did not have the energy to do them, but now that I do I am determined to get it all done!  I have not experienced any cravings for junk food or soda at all in fact the only thing I have really been craving is water!! I am still going strong with the gym, as I said before I have only missed one day since I started this.  


I know you have all been waiting for this so here it is...since my last blog post I am down to 286.2!!!!  It is so amazing, that is 15 pounds in 3 weeks!! Today actually marks Day 1 of Week 4 and I have no intention of stopping now!! I am a force and I am strong!! I know I can do this and I want to lose this weight more than anyone could ever imagine!!  Look for more posts soon!! Hope everyone has an amazing day!


Always,


T.