Week 4: 3.5 Miles in 20 Minutes --SAY WHAT?

Okay, I tried the stationary bike tonight! That's how I did the 3.5 miles in 20 minutes....had you going though didn't I? I actually surprised myself and even got into the gym this weekend! I know, right?! I'm shocked as well. It is actually getting easier to get in the habit of going and even wanting to go. Hey, I just said it's getting easier! C R A Z Y! I actually enjoy the rush of adrenaline I'm getting and when I get home from a work out and eat a little protein (a little tidbit I picked up from the gym---okay my hubby) I find I have an incredible burst of energy! Usually when I do the strength training then cardio. Tonight I made a quick snack for the kids, cleaned up the kitchen, did laundry, got the kids showered and ready for bed, made lunches for everyone for the next day, got breakfast stuff out and ready for the morning and ate my protein snack all within an hour of coming back from the gym!

My protein low carb snack for the evening was quite tasty. Lettuce, a handful of baked boneless skinless chicken chunks, 1 low fat mozzarella cheese stick cut into chunks, and 1 tablespoon of light sour cream. Mix it all up and VOILA! YUM! If you want to cut more fat/calories then omit the cheese/sour cream. But because I'm only using 1/2 a serving of the sour cream and 1 low fat cheese stick, I'm okay with it. It's also NOT Cheetos, which is what I really want right now! Fat Girls UNITE---We enjoy some Cheetos! Who wouldn't? Crunchy or Puffy---sigh. I'll save the Cheetos for another night after the scale shows definite PROGRESS! By the way I'll do the weigh in the morning naked---every little bit helps, right?

I love keeping containers of chicken chunks in the fridge for snacking! Usually 1-2 times per week I will buy a big package of boneless skinless chicken breasts to bake in the oven and cut into bit size chunks for salads or snacks. I drizzle the pan in a little olive oil and rub some on the breasts too (ladies, get your minds out of the gutter--especially you Adrienne!LOL)then season with whatever I have on hand--garlic, salt & pepper and Mediterranean basil is my favorite seasoning mixture for the breasts. Bake on 350 for 40 minutes and they are juicy and tender! I slice and dice and throw into plastic container and throw it in the fridge. Next time you want a snack, try a glass of water or Crystal Light (LOVE IT)and a few chicken chunks. We like Frank's Red Hot on just about everything in our house, so I toss some in there and throw in lettuce---keeps me satisfied and full. Just a suggestion! Please comment if you have any healthy snack ideas for me! I love to hear what others are doing! Okay---time to unwind for the evening....smooches!