The Revolving Diet

Day 81.2 ~ 4/17/11

Happy Sunday to ALL!

What a nice relaxing Sunday.  I got to sleep late and just hang out.  There was no where to go and nothing that was pressing to get done.  After being so busy yesterday it was nice not to have to do anything.  I did get a new scale (I am not weighing in until tomorrow morning) - so a small bit of productivity.

I was so tired last night I really didn't feel like figuring out calories for P.F.Chang's but being that for the most part last week I kept within about 1,200 calories I am not going to worry if I went over last night.

Today's Meals:

Conitnued with teas and water all day along with suger free gum. Friday through today much easier holding out until 5PM to eat. 

5 PM - BBQ Cheeseburger (no roll), pickle, ketsup, chimiccuri rice, ice tead w/Sweet & Low

7:20 PM - 3 leftover pancakes (from hubby's breakfast), 2 sausages

8:45 PM - Fruity Yogurt Frozen yogurt with teaspoon granola, teaspoon carob chips, teaspoon toasted coconut. (eating it while I type ...nice treat!)

 No exercise today - seriously relaxed.  After all the moving of boxes yesterday it was needed!

Ending for now as I have to start writing tomorrow's diet.

Have a SUPER night!!

You can't change yesterday, you can only change tomorrow.

 

 

Day 80.2 ~ 4/16/11

Late post tonight....busy, busy, busy day!

Last night we had the fundraiser....it was ok.  They had psychic's, mini manicures and upper back massages along with a mini tricky tray and buffet dinner.  In additon they had vendors where you could do a little shopping...only problem not a alot of room to move around.  It was a nice night out with my sister in laws & mother in law. 

As far as food goes for last night, I had the eggs before I left the house and good thing I did - food included chicken marsala, tilapia, penne pasta and angel hair pasta with broccoli.  I had a 1/2 cup of each the angel hair pasta & penne pasta along with three crackers, 2 slices of cheese and two pieces of pepperoni (completely forgot about it being Friday).  I was still hungry when I got home and had a small piece of rye toast with a little butter (about 11:30pm)

Today was another story....my shopping for groceries and a new scale went to the wayside.  We ended up doing some moving and sorting at our storage unit (a rainy day activity...there pretty much there all day ). 

Meal's Today:

5 PM - 15  Pretzel M & M's

7 PM - (special treat) P.F. Chang's Honey Chicken, Mongolian Beef, white rice and three crab wontons. Picked at a little of the chicken and beef.

No idea on the calories for last night and tonight and too tired to work on right now....we actually got take out from P.F.Changs and ate in the car so there was no measuring (we were both starved!!)

If you spent your rainy Saturday in the house - I hope it was a productive day for you!

Have a great night and wonderful Sunday! 

To be successful you must accept all challenges that come your way. You can’t just accept the ones you like.

Day 79.2 ~ 4/15/11

I definately have to pick up a scale this weekend.  It's on my "TO DO" list....for the obvious reason - I am writing a diet blog and I have no idea how I am doing this week other than what I put in my mouth and the exercise I get in.

Today much better than the last four.  My body is getting used to just having liquids until 5 PM.  As soon as my eyes see the clock hit 5 PM - the bells and whistles go off and an intense growling starts in my stomach. 

I've got the Fund Raiser (with dinner buffet) tonight and this being one of the last two Fridays before Lent is over I ate before we left for Fund Raiser not sure what is on buffet.

Todays Meals:

The usualy mix of water, ice tea and hot tea prior to 5 PM.

5:00 PM - 1 egg & 4 egg whites, latte, 2 Nature Valley granola bars, (466 calories)

I know I will be picking at the event - but I will not have an update on what I had until tomorrow (it's going to be a late night).

One other obvious.....I am peeing A LOT!!  People at work probably think I have some sort of urinary track infection with all the trips to the bathroom. At least I haven't added to their amusement by coming out of the bathroom with toilet paper sticking out of the back of my pants!

I got the below Joke Email (BUT EVERY SINGLE ONE HAS EITHER HAPPENED TO ME OR I AGREE COMPLETELY) .... Once you read you will probably feel the same on at least half of them.

1. I think part of a best friend's job should be to immediately clear 
your computer history if you die. (and pluck any weird hairs from your face)

2. Nothing sucks more than that moment during an argument when you 
realize you're wrong.

3. I totally take back all those times I didn't want to nap when I was 
younger.

4. There is great need for a sarcasm font.

5. How the heck are you supposed to fold a fitted sheet?

6. Was learning cursive really necessary?

7. Map Quest really needs to start their directions on # 5. I'm pretty 
sure I know how to get out of my neighborhood.

8. Obituaries would be a lot more interesting if they told you how the 
person died.

9. I can't remember the last time I wasn't at least kind of tired.

10. Bad decisions make good stories. (ALWAYS)

11. You never know when it will strike, but there comes a moment at 
work when you know that you just aren't going to do anything productive 
for the rest of the day.

12. Can we all just agree to ignore whatever comes after Blue-Ray? I 
don't want to have to restart my collection...again.

13. I'm always slightly terrified when I exit out of Word and it asks 
me if I want to save any changes to my ten-page technical report that I 
swear I did not make any changes to.

14. I keep some people's phone numbers in my phone just so I know not 
to answer when they call.

15. I think the freezer deserves a light as well.

16. I disagree with Kay Jewelers. I would bet on any given Friday or 
Saturday night more kisses begin with Wine or Beer than Kay.

17. I have a hard time deciphering the fine line between boredom and 
hunger.

18. How many times is it appropriate to say "What?" before you just nod 
and smile because you still didn't hear or understand a word they said?

19. I love the sense of camaraderie when an entire line of cars team up 
to prevent a jerk from cutting in at the front. Stay strong, brothers 
and sisters!

20. Shirts get dirty. Underwear gets dirty. Pants? Pants never get 
dirty, and you can wear them forever.

21. Sometimes I'll look down at my watch 3 consecutive times and still 
not know what time it is.

22. Even under ideal conditions people have trouble locating their car 
keys in a pocket, finding their cell phone, and 
Pinning-the-Tail-on-the-Donkey. But I'd bet everyone can find and push 
the snooze button from 3 feet away, in about 1.7 seconds, eyes closed, 
first time, every time.

23. The first testicular guard, the "Cup," was used in Hockey in 1874 
and the first helmet was used in 1974. That means it only took 100 
years for men to realize that their brain is also important.

Heal the past, live the present, dream the future.

Have a GREAT NIGHT!  Do something nice (for no reason) for someone else!

Day 77.2 ~ 4/13/11

 Kickboxing class last night turned into ZUMBA.  Not the workout I was expecting. Turns out out regular instructor had the night off and someone else did the class...it wasn't bad, I just do not feel like I got the same workout.  I am a klutz.  I am uncoordinated.  I am the last person you would pick for any type of dance competition.  Think Elaine from Seinfeld.  The class was moving to the right and I was going left.  Now if we were doing jumping, kicking, shaking our heads like nuts (more of a punk rock style...) I am right there with no problem (no coordination needed).

Another rainy day and I am hitting the treadclimber after dinner tonight. I am actually (GASP!!!) missing my lunchtime walk!!  It helps a great deal in keeping my mind off food and I really need it this week.  Today was another test of willpower.  I started cooking as soon as I got home from work and we didn't get to eat until after 6 PM

Today's Meals:

5:25 PM - Latte (I know late in day - but cold out, needed something warm), (155 calories)

5:40 PM - 6:00 PM - Munched on 2 cups Traders Joes Kettlecorn popcorn, (130 calories)

6:20 PM – BBQ grilled steak with Avocado Salsa (recipe below), ½ corn on the cob (first of the season), 1 teaspoon butter,  ½ cup Trader Joes Chimichuri rice, fresh brewed ice tea (548 calories)

8:10 PM – Caramel Apple Crisps, Chobani Vanilla non fat yogurt, (295 calories)

9:30 PM - No Sugar Added Fudgsicle, (40 calories)

Total Calories:  1,168

 As you probably have noticed I have been having Chobani everyday…there was a sale 10 for $10.00 (I bought 20, 5 for hubby) so I loaded up – will be having as a snack for another few days – sometimes you have to take advantage when the price is right (I’ll probably be done with yogurt for awhile after this bunch is gone)

 Recipe was for Flank Steak and Avocado Salsa, I had enough steak for 2 servings so I split the below recipe (which is for 4 servings)

 Avocado Salsa

3 avocados (peeled, pitted & diced)

2 Plum tomatoes, diced

½ cup minced onion

1 clove garlic, pressed

1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped

1 teaspoon ground cumin

2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

3 tablespoons lime juice

3 tablespoons olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

 Place all of above in medium sized bowl and gently mix together.  Add salt & pepper to taste. Set Aside.

 1 (1-1/2 pound) Flank Steak

Spice Rub for Steak

1 tablespoon kosher salt (I used regular)

2 tablespoons ground cumin

1 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

2 teaspoons ground black pepper

1 tablespoon ground coriander

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

 Dry flank steak with paper towels and rub spice mixture thoroughly onto both sides.  Cook steak on preheated grill until flank steak starts to firm and is reddish pink and juicy in center, about 4 minutes per each side.  If using a thermometer, pressed into center it should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Remove the steak from the grill, cover with foil and let rest 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.  Arrange on platter and top with salsa to serve.

 Using spices can really make a meal enjoyable without being fattening.  This was an easy and OMG ......Absolutly one of the best, freshest tasting recipes I have ever made!!  The spice rub (less cumin because I tore my kitchen apart and couldn't find any)...AWESOME!!!

 My Plate:

 

Hubbys plate (yes, that's kechup and beans....he had an other idea on what he wanted, but liked the spice rub)

 

Hoping your day was GREAT and you are also feeling good about getting in that bit of exercise everyday....I know you are doing great and feeling the benefits!!

 

 

 You’ve got to get up every morning with determination if you’re going to go to bed with satisfaction.

Day 75.2 ~ 4/11/11

New diet and I blew it first thing this morning.

 I had a Latte – 155 calories (I had creamer in it) @ 8:10 AM

 The rest of the day went as it was supposed to go…..

 5:45 PM – 4 oz Jerk Chicken Breast (400 Calories), 1 bag steamed veggies (140 Calories)

6:30 PM – 1 Butterfinger candy bar on my drive to Zumba class, fresh brewed ice tea w/Sweet & Low

9:00 PM – Chobani vanilla yogurt

 Drinks throughout day – WATER (other than my screw up this morning)

 Total calories for day: 1,145

 Zumba class - first one tonight, trying it out. Class  starts at 7 pm & running around after, so I scheduled out my meals for tonight ahead of time for this post.

Let me explain the Butterfinger  - you know those people that bring candy in for some fundraiser or another – guilt made me buy it - - temptation made me eat it.  I should of said I didn’t have the money on me - - but as you already know candy and ice cream my weakness, plus I do not like to lie.

No walking today, forgot sneakers  this morning – sort of a good thing as it was HOT at lunchtime today and I would of sweat like a pig.  I am not one of those people that do not sweat.  I’ve got the sweat that rolls down my spine to the butt crack and just irritates me to the point that I have to stop exercising to towel off.  It’s not like a Sumo Wrestler sweating - but in my opinion close.  Again I do this during my lunch so I really did not want to sit in clammy clothes the rest of the day.

 How is your workout going?  Have you picked it up or added a few minutes to it?  Are you working out your upper and lower body? Mixing it up?

 Anything you do - - -GOOD FOR YOU! 

 I hope your day was AWESOME!! 

 The difference between success and failure is determination