Week 4 scores
Team Utah is 728.6
Team Henderson is 754.9
Final Scores
team Utah 748.8
team Henderson 775.64
Congrats team Henderson!!!! It sounds like everyone has enjoyed the game and especially the results! We are all winners in that respect, but a bet is a bet and we would love to see some fun pictures for anyone that is willing to go through with it;)
Monday, August 16, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Hello-well only one day left and I already used my free day and free meal early in the week. What a killer-but now I know I can make it for just one and half days more. Something I came acrosss in the Eating for Life book that is better for me and cheaper than Starbucks is: you take a Myloe-plex lite chocolate shake that is already made up(you can find them at Walmart) then you put it in a blender with 10 ice cubes and 1 1/2 teaspoons of decaf instant coffee and blend. It turns out to be a decaf mocha frappucino at about a third the cost. Can't wait until I can have them on a regular basis. Thanks to all for allowing me to be a part of this. Regardless of the outcome between teams I have lost almost 20 pounds since I started eating this way and I know I will continue to follow the program-just not quite as strict. This has been an eye-opener. My family has not complained with the news that we will be staying on this program. They have even started requesting certain dishes and snacks. Again thank you and good luck to everyone.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Positive Outcomes
I think I need to take a minute to focus on all of the good that's come from this diet experience, because I'm starting to get increasingly cranky. :)
1. I have lost about two pounds per week. I had lost a little before we started, so my clothes are fitting a little bit better. I put on a pair of denim capris today, and noticed that I didn't have the "muffin top" look in them anymore. I still can't fit into my smaller clothes, but hopefully I can hold on to some things I've learned here and lose the rest of the weight.
2. My positive habit was to actively play with my kids each day. I was hit and miss before, but they love it when I get involved in their imaginary scenarios. It's been a good thing to make sure I really focus on making time for that daily.
3. My negative habit was to cut down on my computer time. I dislike Facebook, but I spend too much time blogging, emailing, online shopping, etc. Again, it's been good to focus on this problem.
OK, but now I need to complain about one thing. We are getting a lot of good food from our garden. We planted so many cherry tomatoes that we can hardly keep up with them. I don't like the fact that I can't just grab a handful from the bowl whenever I want, since they are so healthy. We've also had a bunch of apricots, strawberries, etc. All the points I've lost have been from unauthorized snacking, but it's often been something healthy. I look forward to eating all I want from our garden - and more cereal - without feeling guilty about letting my team down.
I'm taking my day off on Sat. and my meal off Sunday night. Sundays are so busy that I don't have much time to think about snacking, SO I really just have a couple of days left. I can do it! (Or maybe I can't, really, but I'll be done either way! :)
1. I have lost about two pounds per week. I had lost a little before we started, so my clothes are fitting a little bit better. I put on a pair of denim capris today, and noticed that I didn't have the "muffin top" look in them anymore. I still can't fit into my smaller clothes, but hopefully I can hold on to some things I've learned here and lose the rest of the weight.
2. My positive habit was to actively play with my kids each day. I was hit and miss before, but they love it when I get involved in their imaginary scenarios. It's been a good thing to make sure I really focus on making time for that daily.
3. My negative habit was to cut down on my computer time. I dislike Facebook, but I spend too much time blogging, emailing, online shopping, etc. Again, it's been good to focus on this problem.
OK, but now I need to complain about one thing. We are getting a lot of good food from our garden. We planted so many cherry tomatoes that we can hardly keep up with them. I don't like the fact that I can't just grab a handful from the bowl whenever I want, since they are so healthy. We've also had a bunch of apricots, strawberries, etc. All the points I've lost have been from unauthorized snacking, but it's often been something healthy. I look forward to eating all I want from our garden - and more cereal - without feeling guilty about letting my team down.
I'm taking my day off on Sat. and my meal off Sunday night. Sundays are so busy that I don't have much time to think about snacking, SO I really just have a couple of days left. I can do it! (Or maybe I can't, really, but I'll be done either way! :)
Monday, August 9, 2010
Week 3 results
Team Utah 716
Team Henderson 771
Keep working hard everyone, only 1 week left in this competition! As Daylemarie said in the post below, we are all better people, and we are making better decisions and that matters more than winners, losers. Finish strong everyone! Until next week...
Team Henderson 771
Keep working hard everyone, only 1 week left in this competition! As Daylemarie said in the post below, we are all better people, and we are making better decisions and that matters more than winners, losers. Finish strong everyone! Until next week...
Get um all moving!
The one thing I have enjoyed most about doing this diet is sharing it with my husband! It has been really great to see him get the concepts of protein, carb and fat! We have gone on line to look at our favorite fast food joints web sights and calorie counters (and vowed to never eat there again, we will see how long that lasts) We eat on our small plates and everything is a lot more colorful and just clean feeling! But mostly I have loved to see us stick to something! Our language is better our prayers are better, our girls eat better! My baby just got done having a peach a pear, some potato and celery! Jayla even eats almonds and string cheese for lunch with me! Your family can do it too I guess is what I mean to say--there is no reason to dumb it down for them! Make the change for the better in all of them! EVEN IF IT MEANS HAULING THEM IN A BIKE TRAILER FOR NOW---SOMEDAY THEY WILL THANK YOU FOR A HEALTHIER LIFE STYLE!!! Good luck on your last week!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Granola!
5 cups oats
2 cups raw almonds (or whatever nut!)
1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 cup sunflower seeds
1/3 cup flax seed
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
I added 1/3 cup of vanilla protein powder and I think I would add a few teaspoons of vanilla extract!
1 tsp ginger (I used it and think I would leave it out, kinda strong, but if you like ginger go for it!)
1/3 cup agave or honey
3/4 cup applesauce (unsweetened)
2 TB canola oil
mix dry ingredients
mix wet ingredients
pour wet over dry and press until wet!
heat oven to 300
spread on baking sheets
cook for 40 min to an hour depending on your desired crispness turn every 20 or so!
This goes fabulous in plain yogurt with fresh berries!
Other notes if you haven't discovered hummus as an alternative to mayo (flavor sandwiches and such, and as a dip for veggies) GIVE IT A TRY! Just got done making roasted red pepper hummus! Delicious! Bought some jalapeno at a specialty store too and used it as a sandwich spread!
OH and EDEMAME if you haven't tried it you should too, it is high in protein, low fat and a great evening snack if you have the salt munchies!
Lots of new possibilities keep the recipes coming!
2 cups raw almonds (or whatever nut!)
1 cup pumpkin seeds
1 cup sunflower seeds
1/3 cup flax seed
1 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon
I added 1/3 cup of vanilla protein powder and I think I would add a few teaspoons of vanilla extract!
1 tsp ginger (I used it and think I would leave it out, kinda strong, but if you like ginger go for it!)
1/3 cup agave or honey
3/4 cup applesauce (unsweetened)
2 TB canola oil
mix dry ingredients
mix wet ingredients
pour wet over dry and press until wet!
heat oven to 300
spread on baking sheets
cook for 40 min to an hour depending on your desired crispness turn every 20 or so!
This goes fabulous in plain yogurt with fresh berries!
Other notes if you haven't discovered hummus as an alternative to mayo (flavor sandwiches and such, and as a dip for veggies) GIVE IT A TRY! Just got done making roasted red pepper hummus! Delicious! Bought some jalapeno at a specialty store too and used it as a sandwich spread!
OH and EDEMAME if you haven't tried it you should too, it is high in protein, low fat and a great evening snack if you have the salt munchies!
Lots of new possibilities keep the recipes coming!
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Chocolate Zuchini Muffins
makes 18
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 cup oat flour
2 tsp baking soda
3/4 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup agave nectar
9 tbsp chocolate protein powder
3/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup skim milk
3/4 cup cocoa powder
4 large egg whites, beaten
2 cups zuchini, shredded
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
line muffin pan with liners, then coat the liners with non-stick cooking spray
In large mixing bowl, sift together wheat flour, oat flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder. Then add wheat germ, protein powder and salt. Stir to combine.
In another bowl, combine applesauce, skim milk, agave nectar, egg whites. Then add to dry bowl. Stir just until mixed. Gently fold in zuchini until evenly combined.
Spoon batter into liners until 3/4 full. Bake until toothpick comes out clean- about 18-22 mins.
makes 18
1 cup whole-wheat flour
1 cup oat flour
2 tsp baking soda
3/4 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup agave nectar
9 tbsp chocolate protein powder
3/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup skim milk
3/4 cup cocoa powder
4 large egg whites, beaten
2 cups zuchini, shredded
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
line muffin pan with liners, then coat the liners with non-stick cooking spray
In large mixing bowl, sift together wheat flour, oat flour, baking soda, and cocoa powder. Then add wheat germ, protein powder and salt. Stir to combine.
In another bowl, combine applesauce, skim milk, agave nectar, egg whites. Then add to dry bowl. Stir just until mixed. Gently fold in zuchini until evenly combined.
Spoon batter into liners until 3/4 full. Bake until toothpick comes out clean- about 18-22 mins.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Grocery shopping
In the past, I would always have an item or two in my grocery cart that I would feel guilty for buying (Darn those Zingers!). This last shopping trip, I felt healthier just looking at all the yummy healthy foods! This game has opened my eyes to a lot of new, healthy eating options! Thanks for the great game so far everyone!
Ode to Team Utah
I like to thank Team Utah for their success of Week One.
Without the motivation, its not as much fun.
We are halfway through week three and I've already spent
My day off; I look at the rest of the week with discouragement.
I will stay away from the ice cream for my other teammates
I don't want to share the declaration of shame, on my tailgate!
In the book it warned week three can be trying
If I said any different I would be lying.
So bring on the smack, I could use the fun
Daylemarie I have been waiting to see a new one!
Go Team Henderson!
Without the motivation, its not as much fun.
We are halfway through week three and I've already spent
My day off; I look at the rest of the week with discouragement.
I will stay away from the ice cream for my other teammates
I don't want to share the declaration of shame, on my tailgate!
In the book it warned week three can be trying
If I said any different I would be lying.
So bring on the smack, I could use the fun
Daylemarie I have been waiting to see a new one!
Go Team Henderson!
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Why I Want to Lose Weight
I am no stranger to curves-I've never been a skinny girl-but since my fourth baby came ten months ago, my formerly hour glass shape is more like a beehive. None of my pre-pregnancy clothes fit so my wardrobe consists of elastic waist workout pants, t-shirts, and the cutest maternity clothes I have. In addition, I have noticed other ailments that I did not have before my body decided to be BFF with this weight: plantar fascitis (I think since my heels are in pain everyday), snoring (which causes my husband to wake me up several times at night), and I sweat more (gross!) I'm not trying to be a size 2, but getting back to my pre-pregnancy weight would be nice, and being healthier is always a good idea. So the battle of the bulge rages on. . .
Monday, August 2, 2010
Week 2 Results
Team Henderson
811 points
Team Utah
756.87 points
Congrats team Henderson! Good luck next week team Utah, losing promotes motivation!
We are all 1/2 way finished!
811 points
Team Utah
756.87 points
Congrats team Henderson! Good luck next week team Utah, losing promotes motivation!
We are all 1/2 way finished!
Rough Week
Sorry Team Utah! I didn't do as well this week. However, I'm feeling recommited. I need to make a couple of changes, that I'm publicly listing here:
1. Get junk food out of the house. The first week I didn't have any around, but this time we had too many tempting things looking at me from the cupboards and freezer.
2. Stop exercising with my kids on their bikes. My little girl on training wheels is too slow, bless her heart.
3. Don't let the day and meal off ruin everything else I've done. Quality not quantity!
1. Get junk food out of the house. The first week I didn't have any around, but this time we had too many tempting things looking at me from the cupboards and freezer.
2. Stop exercising with my kids on their bikes. My little girl on training wheels is too slow, bless her heart.
3. Don't let the day and meal off ruin everything else I've done. Quality not quantity!
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