goals met... so far.
My new year's resolution was to go to the gym once per month, at least. As of this weekend, I have met my goal so far. And, as should've been expected, my legs hurt today. I mean, Hurt. Ouch. Walking sucks.
But, I went to the gym on Saturday and did 30 minutes on the treadmill. I never, even when I went a few times a week, did 30 minutes on a treadmill, all at my maximum speed, and at an incline, which I'm not known for. Here's how it went.
I felt good at 15 minutes, and wanted to push myself.
5 more minutes. Ok, now it's 20. Can I go 5 more? Oh shit, I forgot to turn on the treadmill fans.
5 more minutes. 25. Ok, I'm a little tired. Can I go 5 more?
5 more minutes. 30. Yeah, I could go 5 more, but I'm gonna hurt. I should probably stop.
10 minutes in the sauna? Sure, why not.
I felt so good, I was practically floating when I came home. It was great. Yesterday, I was moving a little slow, but I figured that was normal.
Today, though? Yeah. Ouch.
I've also started trying to eat smaller portions again. I had about 1/4 lb of leftover roast pork last night, with mashed potatoes (2 servs, which is way less than I usually eat) and a sort of "light" kapusta that Nala made. Tonight, it's likely going to be chicken burritos, since I have some cooked chicken to use up.
Tomorrow, I'll have to eat something quick -- maybe crab nachos.
Wednesday, I'll have roast pork again. Probably with mashed potatoes and mixed veg.
Thursday, leftovers from the pork and maybe spanish rice.
Friday, maybe Texas Straw Hat. Yes, you heard me.
Saturday, chili with leftover straw hat beef.
Sunday, I'll roast up some more chicken and have some leftover chili.
I've also tried to start a new tradition today: breakfast. Instead of snacking all morning, I'm trying to have a bowl of cereal. Granted, it's not Kashi, but it's not the worst. So, a cup of coffee with cream, a bowl of cereal, and an Emergen-C.
Back to controlling portions and spreading out meals as to not get hungry. I can do this.
Goal? Lose 10lbs or more by April, by trying to eat sensible portions more often.
Comments
eat an egg for breakfast. Seriously. When I start the calorie cutting, I always eat an egg (with hot sauce) and a piece of whole-grain toast. The protein in the egg will keep you full all morning. Cereals (even oatmeal!) don't stay with me like one egg will. I never even liked eggs that much, but I'll suck it up to lose a couple pounds.
Posted by: evan | February 4, 2008 2:01 PM