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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 10:19:21 GMT -6
Hi, all! Per the ransoms I figured this was needed. How is everyone doing? How can the rest of us help those on the struggle bus?
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 10:20:27 GMT -6
I want to start by saying that this kid stage is HARD. Toddlers need constant attention. It is really hard to take time for ourselves during this stage, and we all deserve to give ourselves some grace. ❤️
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Post by bethkate on Apr 15, 2019 14:20:36 GMT -6
It’s really hard some days. I’m only running 1-2 days a week after work because either I’m exhausted or E is cranky and won’t cooperate with a stroller run.
I’m general, things are good pretty good, though. My running pace is finally getting faster. All of my PRs are from 2015. Then I was pretty stagnant in 2016, and I was pregnant/postpartum in 2017-18. Now, I’m finally seeing improvements which is really exciting.
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Post by jules1614 on Apr 15, 2019 15:12:02 GMT -6
Oh hi, this is for me lol.
My biggest barrier is time for both cooking and working out. Here are all of my excuses and it's definitely TLDR so feel free to skip, I'm more so writing them out so I have to face them:
By the time I get home with the kids it's usually 530 sometimes 6 and ds2 goes to bed at 630- because he's tired, there is no way I can push this back. My H works 10hr shifts so he gets home around the same time as me and usually he will usually start cooking dinner and while I appreciate immensely that he cooks he usually makes only a handful of things and I get sick of eating them. I know I could make the kids dinner and then make something else for me and H but I'm a very hangry person.
I've tried meal planning in the past but it doesn't stick. I know cooking healthy is easier when you know ahead of time what you're going to cook but I struggle to think of what would sound good further into the week.
I do have the equivalent to an instant pot and don't use it too often because I don't have a lot of recipes for it and with DS2's milk allergy I struggle to find actual good dairy free recipes (substituting coconut milk or soy milk has ruined a lot of my recipes) that are also quick and husband approved- he's picky 🙄
My H isn't keen on leftovers and it depends on what it is for me so it makes packing my lunch harder because again, I don't have a lot of time in the morning.
My H works a lot of weekends so usually he will grocery shop multiple times a week (like pick up whatever we're making for dinner on his way home) instead of one big trip since I have the boys with me. That makes it way too easy for me to just get fast food.
I also don't feel like I have time to work out. In theory I could get a gym membership an go after the kids are in bed, but I also like to go to bed before 10 and I'm lazy and like to catch up on tv- this is a huge ridiculous excuse and I own that.
TLDR: I have a lot of excuses and I'm lazy 😊
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 16:29:34 GMT -6
jules1614, I am about to leave work, but I will try to remember to come back and give some ideas for what works for me for meals/snacks. As for working out, unfortunately I just have to go super early in the morning. I definitely sacrifice sleep for it, but now that I have been doing it a while, it has become habit.
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Post by cnf on Apr 15, 2019 16:29:59 GMT -6
I just cannot seem to find the motivation to get my eating under control. I was hoping to use this week off to reboot then my brother asked me to stop by on my way home from boot camp and sent me home with the biggest container of mac and cheese. I've had nothing boot pasta and cheese all day it seems.
MIL is taking the girls to the library tomorrow so I hoping to get out for like 7 or 8 miles. I just need to reign in my eating. It's such a mess.
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Post by pootsen on Apr 15, 2019 16:49:42 GMT -6
jules1614 are there any types of leftovers that your H will eat? Like I know some people can’t do leftover meat or pasta, but are okay with soup- you could make at least one thing on the weekend to take care of a few meals during the week. I started meal prepping a few weeks ago and love it. It’s so nice to have easy, healthy meals ready to grab during the week. Otherwise you could do crockpot meals, pick up a rotisserie chicken, salad kits, pre-cut fruit, etc.
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Post by jules1614 on Apr 15, 2019 18:36:37 GMT -6
jules1614 are there any types of leftovers that your H will eat? Like I know some people can’t do leftover meat or pasta, but are okay with soup- you could make at least one thing on the weekend to take care of a few meals during the week. I started meal prepping a few weeks ago and love it. It’s so nice to have easy, healthy meals ready to grab during the week. Otherwise you could do crockpot meals, pick up a rotisserie chicken, salad kits, pre-cut fruit, etc. He will eat some leftovers the next day for lunch but after that he won't touch it (germs). I can't do leftover chicken. I forgot to add, freezer meals in my mind are like leftovers- I just don't do reheated meat well so if you all have meat free ideas I'm all ears. And I also don't love fish, I'm all about a fish fry but baked salmon- no thanks although my H loves it. We're a complicated bunch haha. We do frequently do rotisserie chicken and quick rice, fresh veggies, a lot of pasta, tacos and in the summer grilling. I also do some Asian inspired meals because most are naturally dairy free. Most of my Crock-Pot meals had dairy so I'm all ears for non-dairy ideas. |
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 19:09:07 GMT -6
cnf I am feeling less motivated with my eating lately too. My workouts are great. But eating, meh. It hadn’t been *bad*, but hasn’t been optimal.
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 19:19:37 GMT -6
jules1614, on week nights I aim for quick and simple. I do a lot of sheet pan meals (I do salmon a lot, but chicken breasts are always good too). Chop some veggies (or buy pre chopped), marinate a couple boneless skinless chicken breasts overnight in some sort of marinade, and you can even just toss the veggies in there to marinate quickly right before roasting, if the marinade has oil in it. Otherwise I just do olive oil, salt and pepper or seasoning salt, and roast at 400 for about 30-40 minutes depending on the veggie. I usually roast the meat separately just because it has a different cook time. I like my veggies crispy. Most nights we have a protein, veg, and carb. Roasted salmon, roasted broccoli, and Annie’s white shells and cheese are a once per week staple. Stir fry is pretty quick, and you could add whatever you wanted. I love these roasted veggie quinoa bowls, and I usually top with shrimp or ground turkey. They do make a lot so it really depends on how many leftovers you are okay with. www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/roasted-vegetable-quinoa-bowls/I love these vegan roasted broccoli and chickpea burritos. Pretty quick. www.washingtonpost.com/recipes/roasted-chickpea-and-broccoli-burritos/13489/Lentil or bean soups can easily be made vegetarian. These burrito bowls are great but make a lot. You could omit the beef. www.iheartnaptime.net/burrito-bowls/Greek chicken in the IP: literally just chicken breasts with Greek vinaigrette dumped in and cooked through. Then shredded and put into pitas or on a salad with any combo of Tzaziki, hummus, feta, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives In a time crunch, I do breakfast for dinner a lot. For healthy snacks I keep light string cheese, ONE protein bars, Koia protein shakes, and fruit and veggies handy I know that’s a lot! I tend to meal prep and I’m fine having leftovers for days, so Maybe some of my suggestions aren’t great for you.
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Post by jules1614 on Apr 15, 2019 19:28:17 GMT -6
jules1614, on week nights I aim for quick and simple. I do a lot of sheet pan meals (I do salmon a lot, but chicken breasts are always good too). Chop some veggies (or buy pre chopped), marinate a couple boneless skinless chicken breasts overnight in some sort of marinade, and you Snip No I love it! I'm sure I can modify some to make less- thank you! I was wondering about the sheet pan meals with the different cooking times, it didn't occur to me to do separate pans- so simple! |
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Post by pootsen on Apr 15, 2019 20:22:03 GMT -6
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Post by pootsen on Apr 15, 2019 20:26:50 GMT -6
You know what my problem is? I know exactly what I need to do, but I just don’t have the willpower to do it. This month I’ve started meal prepping, tracking, and trying to work out more. I have been doing at least some sort of exercise 5/7 days of the week but then I sabotage myself with food. I’ll spend all this time planning, shopping, cooking, and tracking- but then I’ll eat a rogue handful of chips, a few cookies, or a couple glasses of wine. Or I’ll say “F it” and have a cheat meal that I just don’t track. So I’m putting in all this effort but it doesn’t show because I must be cheating too much to not lose anything. The scale hasn’t budged. I’m so frustrated with myself.
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 15, 2019 20:32:50 GMT -6
jules1614, on week nights I aim for quick and simple. I do a lot of sheet pan meals (I do salmon a lot, but chicken breasts are always good too). Chop some veggies (or buy pre chopped), marinate a couple boneless skinless chicken breasts overnight in some sort of marinade, and you Snip No I love it! I'm sure I can modify some to make less- thank you! I was wondering about the sheet pan meals with the different cooking times, it didn't occur to me to do separate pans- so simple! I forgot to even mention what I made tonight that is one of the quickest and easiest. Ground beef cooked, seasoned, and drained. Then add some marinara sauce and put it over cauli and broccoli rice. So good! |
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Post by cnf on Apr 16, 2019 8:39:27 GMT -6
cnf I am feeling less motivated with my eating lately too. My workouts are great. But eating, meh. It hadn’t been *bad*, but hasn’t been optimal. I should tuck tail and wander back into the motivation thread. I need a swift kick. |
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Post by cnf on Apr 16, 2019 8:41:16 GMT -6
You know what my problem is? I know exactly what I need to do, but I just don’t have the willpower to do it. This month I’ve started meal prepping, tracking, and trying to work out more. I have been doing at least some sort of exercise 5/7 days of the week but then I sabotage myself with food. I’ll spend all this time planning, shopping, cooking, and tracking- but then I’ll eat a rogue handful of chips, a few cookies, or a couple glasses of wine. Or I’ll say “F it” and have a cheat meal that I just don’t track. So I’m putting in all this effort but it doesn’t show because I must be cheating too much to not lose anything. The scale hasn’t budged. I’m so frustrated with myself. Oh. I see we are the same person right now. |
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Post by cnf on Apr 16, 2019 8:42:12 GMT -6
I ran 7 miles in the glorious sunshine today. I'm about to head out to meet MIL and the girls and I'm sure there will be lunch out. Bleh.
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Post by bethkate on Apr 17, 2019 7:53:45 GMT -6
Do we want some sort of accountability thread? We could maybe post over the weekend how we did the previous week and our goals for the next week. Thoughts?
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Post by bethkate on Apr 17, 2019 7:55:20 GMT -6
I ran 7 miles in the glorious sunshine today. I'm about to head out to meet MIL and the girls and I'm sure there will be lunch out. Bleh. The weather here was way colder and more windy than anticipated yesterday, so my stroller run sucked. Today was much nicer in the warm sunshine. |
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Post by cnf on Apr 17, 2019 11:22:59 GMT -6
Do we want some sort of accountability thread? We could maybe post over the weekend how we did the previous week and our goals for the next week. Thoughts? Yes. This would be great. |
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Post by cnf on Apr 17, 2019 11:23:44 GMT -6
I did run 2 miles with the storller and go to boot camp today. Then I spent the girls nap time making myself healthy dinners for the next few days. Fingers crossed I actually stick to it.
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 17, 2019 15:41:49 GMT -6
Today is a rest day for me. My macros should be on point, even with a glass of wine. I hadn't been drinking at all on week nights, but it just sounds so good this week for some reason.
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Post by doxiemama on Apr 17, 2019 16:59:49 GMT -6
Hi. I have been doing well at working out but can’t motivate myself to really diet enough to make a difference. I’m eating better food but still too much of it. Trying to tell myself I’m taking small steps, but I really wish I could get rid of this belly I’ve been hanging on to.
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Post by pootsen on Apr 18, 2019 4:46:19 GMT -6
I was getting sick of my meal prepped stuff so I made salad and spaghetti with meatballs last night. The boys loved it and I portioned everything out so that I stayed within my goals. I’m up early now to do a leg workout.
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Post by bethkate on Apr 18, 2019 5:19:13 GMT -6
Do we want some sort of accountability thread? We could maybe post over the weekend how we did the previous week and our goals for the next week. Thoughts? Yes. This would be great. Ok, cool. I’ll start a thread this weekend. I’m thinking that we can also include meal plans for the week to give other people ideas. |
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Post by bethkate on Apr 18, 2019 5:23:47 GMT -6
I’m forcing myself to take a rest day today (no running) which is really hard since I’m on school break. It’s easy not to run on work days, but not when I’m home all day because I really want my 10k steps! lol I’ve run 26 miles in the last 5 days though, so I need to force myself to rest if I’m planning 10 miles again on Saturday.
My plan is to do a yoga video to get some stretching in during E’s nap, and then take her for a walk later. Active recovery FTW.
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Post by cnf on Apr 18, 2019 7:08:16 GMT -6
I squeezed in 5k on my treadmill and we're off to the park this morning and possibly camp this afternoon so I'll be active. Eating may be a struggle. All my plans are with other people so lunch and dinner may be on the docket. bethkate, I totally get it! I've been running every day and did two two a days already this week. I'm going to have my first 20+ mile week in a while this week. I'll have a forced rest day tomorrow though since H and I have vendor meetings all day out at our new house which is 2 hours away and the first is at 9am. Not sure I'll hit my 12k step goal for the first time all week! |
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Post by thatgolfb on Apr 19, 2019 15:24:25 GMT -6
Today was my second day in a row of OTF. Yesterday's workout was great and I PRed my mile time at 7:25. Today was more meh, but I did it. Now I am starving. My current macros were feeling like a lot of food for a while and now I'm starving all the time. I have already had 94 oz of water at 2 pm, so I don't think it is thirst. IDK.
But anyway, I was looking at pics of January 2018 and I really see a difference between now and then. So I am feeling good about that.
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