I can't believe that I'm awake. 4:15am was mighty early this morning, but the Spin Class was great! I didn't get a nap in, and I really should be heading to bed. I just HAD to share my3 month results with you!!
You all may remember that I was pretty strict during my 30 day cleanse. I cheated one day (Super Bowl Sunday) and stuck to my work out schedule like a champ. After the 30 days was up, I eased up a bit and enjoyed the 80/80 rule. A bit too much. Maybe 80/70 is what I ended up with. My workouts are still strong, but I have given myself some slack - like drinks in Chicago, fries on occasion, and ice cream when we were downtown.
Despite my easing up, the scale and tape measures continue to move in the right direction.
Here's my standard recap:
How I feel (mood): This month, I feel like I'm a little more tired than the previous two months. I think I know why - my sleep schedule is whacked. While I thoroughly enjoy my 5am workouts 3 days a week, my brain and body are on night time function. I stay up until 11:45pm and then turn around and get up at 4:15am. With the new job/schedule, I don't get my afternoon naps. But, I just talked to the hubster and he mentioned that even though I mentioned that I was more tired than usual, my mood/attitude and go getter-ness didn't fade. I still worked out hard, got lunches made, traveled and worked out... just felt the sleepies more than normal. I NEED to get that figured out.
How I feel (physical): Strong! Ben continues to test me with heavier weights, I've been to Body Pump and lifted more than I ever have, I'm able to do more push ups (on my toes, of course), and my knees don't ache the way they did just 3 months ago (largely because a) I'm down weight and 2) working with my Chiropractor to increase blood flow and range of motion). When I don't workout, I feel mopey and sad. I just feel better when I'm active.
Hunger level/satisfaction level: I can tell when I've eaten poorly. Once you eat something that is "dirty" - you crave more, and you feel less satisfied, and then the crash that follows... ugh. When I eat clean I'm satisfied longer, I don't get the munchies and crave junk and I have more energy. I'm recommitting to making those good choices.
Digestive health: While still good - I need to work the leafy greens in more regularly. That must be the secret. Noted and the change is in process!
How I look: My clothes fit great! I haven't gone shopping for all new pants, but my belt is on the last notch and most of my clothes hang on me a bit. I just pulled out a pin stripe pair of pants that I bought in the hopes of slimming down. They were roomy today! I can tuck shirts in and not worry about my "muffin-top" - I may actually wear shorts this summer in public! :)
My overall health: I've been well, no headaches, improved sleep quality (even when I don't get enough), and I know my fitness level has improved. My heart rate, blood pressure, and blood work have always been good - but there's no reason to risk my health by not taking care of myself.
Ben says that I only need to worry about those things that I can control - what I eat/drink and how I move. I can't control genetics or the air I breathe. But what I can control, I plan to!
Ben says that I only need to worry about those things that I can control - what I eat/drink and how I move. I can't control genetics or the air I breathe. But what I can control, I plan to!
Here are my 3 Month "Clean-ish" Results (Year to Date):
I've lost:
10.5 inches over all
12.1 pounds of fat (9 pounds, net - which means I gained 3.1 pounds of muscle!)
and 5.25% body fat
I've lost:10.5 inches over all
12.1 pounds of fat (9 pounds, net - which means I gained 3.1 pounds of muscle!)
and 5.25% body fat
Goals: My eyes are on the horizon. Yes, I still have some pounds to lose - but most importantly I have some body fat to drop! My goal is to get to 22% in the next 8 weeks. That's totally do-able if I just PLAN to succeed.
My biggest challenge is eating out with friends and family, fasting days (still hard!), and when I don't get to the grocery story regularly to get my fruits and veggies. It really does come down to making a plan and holding yourself accountable. I know I can do it. It's also an amazing when you have support - I know Ben believes in me, the hubster has my back, and even the kiddos are pulling for me. I'm still enjoying the Isagenix protein shakes (vanilla is my fav - with frozen fruit and OJ), and I still fast/cleanse every-other Sunday. I think these tools have really helped me stay on track, even when my lunch and dinner stray from the clean path a bit. I know my breakfast is always a strong start to the day.
I'll continue to share the tidbits I learn, motivation when I find it, and yummy clean recipes that we can feel good about making for our families. I can't wait for grilling season, farmers markets, and long evenings of Frisbee, bike rides and walks. It just gets better from here folks!
Join me on my journey - and take me on yours! Tell me about what's working, what's not working, and share your recipes. Subscribe via email, follow me on Google+ or just check me out on Facebook. If you'd like to know more about my nutrition plan, my workout schedule and how you can get active, please reach out to Ben at Compete Personal Fitness. He's really been instrumental in helping me find my way. I did the work, but he held the map and the tool box.
Until next time (Tomorrow with a YUMMY recipe !),
<3 Jen
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