Health and Fitness
November 02, 2011
October 30, 2011
Commitment to Health and Fitness [On the Menu]
Sunday
Breakfast: egg white scramble with flax, 1 slice Ezekiel
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Protein Smoothie with flax
Snack: Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
Dinner: Chicken, Goat Cheese, and Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
Monday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Green salad with red and yellow bell peppers, onion, grape tomatoes and rotisserie chicken
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken Chili
Tuesday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Pizza (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: On-Your-Own
Wednesday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken Chili (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa
Thursday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken and Mushroom Stuffed Bell Peppers
Friday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Mushroom Stuffed Bell Peppers (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken and Grilled Butternut Squash Pizza
Saturday
Breakfast: egg white scramble with flax, 1 slice Ezekiel
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Grilled Butternut Squash Pizza (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: OUT
Recipe and menu planning template downloads found here Recipes and Menu Planning Templates.
I'm looking for healthy crockpot dinners? Any suggestions? You just can't beat the convenience of crockpot cooking.
October 28, 2011
Fitness Friday || Running, Support, Encouragement and A Giveaway
Happy Friday and a big thank you to everyone for making Fitness Friday a growing success and so much fun!
I don't think a day goes by that I'm not truly grateful for the support of my husband. He is patient with the time involved in marathon training. He helps with everything around the house. He's encouraging on the days I need it the most. And to top it all off he does this like this. I found this envelope in my suitcase when I was in Chicago.
"To be opened Sunday morning before you run! Love you, Chad"
The words on the envelope alone were priceless and to read what was inside brought tears to my eyes. I will cherish this always. Thank you Chad.
Who makes all that you do possible? Who gives you the encouragement at just the right time?
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October 27, 2011
Three Things Thursday
1. I've had more people than I expected contact me about (or are considering) taking on the challenge of 12 Half Marathons in 2012. The race calendar is almost complete and details with at least one sponsor are being finalized. Can't wait to share all the details.
2. After being introduced to Beachbody and Tony Horton's P90X 90-Day Challenge one year ago and experiencing amazing success with fitness and nutrition goals I decided to become a part of a company I whole heartedly believe in and trust. I am now a Beachbody Coach! More details and a new blog coming soon!
3. I'm working on transferring my blog to self hosted via Word Press. Major learning curve but I'm learning a lot and it will be worth it in the end. Keep a lookout for the new [Fitness, Health and Happiness]!
Happy Thursday!
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October 24, 2011
Commitment to Health and Fitness [On the Menu and Workouts]
Week 2 P90X. Another round of the 90-day challenge to get ready for P90X2!
Sunday: Stretch X
Monday: Chest & Back, Ab Ripper, Run
Tuesday: Plyometrics
Wednesday: Shoulders & Arms, Ab Ripper, Run
Thursday: Yoga X
Friday: Legs & Back, Ab Ripper
Saturday: Kenpo X, run
Planned this week's menu around finding the right calorie intake to sustain P90X and running and working late on Thursday.
Sunday
Breakfast: egg white scramble with flax, 1 slice Ezekiel
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Protein Smoothie with flax
Snack: Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
Dinner: Hot Heads Burrito Bowl (chicken, black beans, pico de gallo, lettuch and jalapenos).
Monday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Green salad with rotisserie chicken
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken and Eggplant Lasagna (trying this recipe with a different variety of squash)
Tuesday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Eggplant Lasagna (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Taco Soup (a new family favorite)
Wednesday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Taco Soup (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken, Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
Thursday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken, Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Pizza (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: On Your Own Night (mom is working late)
Friday
Breakfast: Protein Berry Smoothie
Snack: 1 oz soy nuts, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Eggplant Lasagna (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken and Pepita Salad
Saturday
Breakfast: egg white scramble with flax, 1 slice Ezekiel
Snack: 1 oz dried edamame, 1/2 oz cranberries
Lunch: Chicken and Eggplant Lasagna (leftovers)
Snack: Protein Bar
Dinner: Chicken Pot Pie (with whole wheat phyllo)
Recipe and menu planning template downloads found here Recipes and Menu Planning Templates.
October 23, 2011
I completed the Run the Hood virtual 10k this weekend. It was one of those runs that felt simply perfect. Beautiful weather that was cool enough to wear my new shirt. I NEEDED the time by myself. Running felt almost effortless except for keeping the pace on the hills. Finished feeling refreshed and re-energized.
And by the end of the run I had decided 2 things. One, A decision that has taken me so far out of my comfort zone was the right decision. And two, I don't think I like running with a pace group as much as I thought. With Run the 'Hood I realized I started out too slow to make up for the time to end with a sub 10:00 mile. That's ok because it made me realize in a marathon I need to run the way I train. Run a negative split. With energy to kick it up at the end. I don't feel like I have that option if I stay with a pace group.
It's tradition to wear the race shirt after the race. Ignore the bad hair day! I was in such a good mood I didn't even care :)
What's next? Possibly one more race this year and that's it for 2011.
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What did you do this weekend? Any races? A great run?
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October 21, 2011
Fitness Friday || Tattoos, iFitness and New Gels
Welcome to Fitness Friday blog hop! A weekly blog hop for blogs that focus on overall fitness and health. A way to meet new friends, find new blogs and get new followers, subscribers and readers.
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Recent new-to-me that I've tried-and-love or want-to-try.
First, tried and love...
When you signed up for a pace group in Chicago you also got a pace tattoo. This was my first time using a pace guide of any sort and while it's not totally necessary I liked having it. Loved keeping track and using it to calculate a variety of things when I needed a distraction. Plus, it was a conversation piece for people that decided not to use theirs. Do you use a pacing guide during races?
Next tried and love. iFitness Running Belts. The belts are a product that hold up to their claims of "no bounce, riding or chafing." A favorite point is that the pouch stays flat. And I love that they come with the race number holder. I have several to use depending on the type of run. Do you have a favorite fuel belt? Do you wear a water belt during races?
Now, want to try...
For the convenience and energy I've been on a mission to find a gel that I can stomach. A friend highly recommended Accel Gel and was kind enough to give me 2 to try. After doing a little research I'm going to try one of these during my next long run. Usually, just the thought of consuming a gel makes me want to gag. The texture and they're just way too sweet. I'm actually looking forward to trying Accel. Do you use energy gels? Do you have a favorite brand or flavor?
What new-to-you have you tried lately?
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October 20, 2011
Three Things Thursday
Inspired by Christy at My Dirt Road Anthem.
1. I'm getting excited about my 12 in 2012 goal! It finally feels like it's coming together and doable. I even have friends that may join me and I'm working on the details with a sponsor!! Are you interested in challenging yourself to run 12 half marathons next year? Contact me!
2. After Chicago I've been thinking about a few changes I want to make to my marathon training. I'm seriously considering this training program.
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Has anyone tried this program or something similar? Would you recommend it? Would you consider changing to 3 days of running for marathon or half marathon training?
3. One year ago this month I started my first round of the P90X 90-Day Challenge. I wouldn't be exaggerating if I said it changed the way I think about fitness and crosstraining. I started another round of the 90-day challenge this week in anticipation of this! Preordered and delivered before Christmas!
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What's on your mind for this Thursday?
October 17, 2011
Running 5 Miles Pain Free
I'm happy to say my first run after Chicago was pain free! Thankfully, whatever happened to my calf a week ago was temporary :)
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jillconyers
Sharing my passion for running, clean eating and overall health and fitness.
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