This is the documentary version of the book, The China Study. This book is what really woke me up to changing the way my family and I eat. Do you think you will go see it?
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
Dinner
My favorite treat. This was a few hours after lunch.
Dinner was out tonight. I had chips and salsa and a veggie taco salad! YUM!
Dinner was out tonight. I had chips and salsa and a veggie taco salad! YUM!
My Lunch
Mary's crackers W/Guacamole & tomatoes 
Veggie Sausage with Zuchinni and veggie parmasean
Sophia's lunch
I also had a big glass of water with a whole lemon blended in my vitamix!
First Day of Summer
Today is the first day of summer and the first day of my vegan attempt! On this blog I am going to show pictures and post my daily food choices, Wish me luck!
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Off the Treadmill & Hittin' the Pavement
The weather has been so nice and I know that it is essential that I get outside and train because after all the race will be outside! On the treadmill I have worked my way up to 6 miles at this point. I feel "safe" on the treamill. If I need a drink, it's right there in front of me, and I also have my vision board right in front of me to focus on.
On Thursday, it was beautiful out and and Matt needed to run too, so we put Sophia into the jogger and set out on our way! After a mile and a half I was done! I had nothing left! WHAT? I was crushed! Holy cow, I am in big trouble! After figuring up our milage and the time it took us, I realized that not only was the run different because of the elements i.e. pavement, temperature. I was also running Matt's pace which is SO NOT my pace! I used to be able to hang with my man on our runs, but that was pre-baby when I was in much better shape! (I know, she's 3...cut me some slack)
So today, on my own, I set out for my first outdoor long run. I did it! I ran 6 miles outside! I kept my water and Gatorade at the end of the driveway and got drinks as I came by after my 2 mile loops. Right now, that is the hardest thing for me. I get so thirsty. It rained today, so there were puddles everywhere as I ran. On my last half mile I passed a huge puddle and all I could think in my head was, "I love water, I love water, I love water!" This week I am really going to focus on making sure that my body is well hydrated before I go out for my run, and also REALLY pushing my speed on my interval days.
I have 5 weeks to go before the big day. The nerves are already starting to set in. Matt says this is the time that it truly becomes spiritual. I agree, it's funny how in the past I have always needed to rock out on my ipod to get through a run and this time it's different. Today, I spent the first 4 miles listening to Christian music to calm my mind and to remind myself why I am doing this in the first place. On the back stretch of my loop, I can actually see Tyler's grave! I didn't realize this until I was on my run, WOW! Yes, I can do this!
On Thursday, it was beautiful out and and Matt needed to run too, so we put Sophia into the jogger and set out on our way! After a mile and a half I was done! I had nothing left! WHAT? I was crushed! Holy cow, I am in big trouble! After figuring up our milage and the time it took us, I realized that not only was the run different because of the elements i.e. pavement, temperature. I was also running Matt's pace which is SO NOT my pace! I used to be able to hang with my man on our runs, but that was pre-baby when I was in much better shape! (I know, she's 3...cut me some slack)
So today, on my own, I set out for my first outdoor long run. I did it! I ran 6 miles outside! I kept my water and Gatorade at the end of the driveway and got drinks as I came by after my 2 mile loops. Right now, that is the hardest thing for me. I get so thirsty. It rained today, so there were puddles everywhere as I ran. On my last half mile I passed a huge puddle and all I could think in my head was, "I love water, I love water, I love water!" This week I am really going to focus on making sure that my body is well hydrated before I go out for my run, and also REALLY pushing my speed on my interval days.
I have 5 weeks to go before the big day. The nerves are already starting to set in. Matt says this is the time that it truly becomes spiritual. I agree, it's funny how in the past I have always needed to rock out on my ipod to get through a run and this time it's different. Today, I spent the first 4 miles listening to Christian music to calm my mind and to remind myself why I am doing this in the first place. On the back stretch of my loop, I can actually see Tyler's grave! I didn't realize this until I was on my run, WOW! Yes, I can do this!
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
The Dreaded Cold
I have a horrible cold this week and it has set me back in training. Tomorrow I am running no matter what! Feeling a little bummbed that I am not ready to do 6 miles at the training race this weekend, but I just have to keep pushing forward and focusing on the positive. I am only $135 away from achieving my monetary goal! That is so exciting for me!
Today's menu:
B- banana and peanut butter
Snack- bowl of kiwi
Lunch- 18 guitless Gourmet chips, veggie crumbles, and half an avacado
snack- spirulina protein bar
Dinner- Amy's veggie burger w/lettuce & onion and 6 baked fries
Today's menu:
B- banana and peanut butter
Snack- bowl of kiwi
Lunch- 18 guitless Gourmet chips, veggie crumbles, and half an avacado
snack- spirulina protein bar
Dinner- Amy's veggie burger w/lettuce & onion and 6 baked fries
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Halfway There!
I reached my halfway mark for my fundraising!!! This week I sign recommitment papers, stating that I am committed to moving forward with my goal! I have been amazed at how generous people are and how non-stressful the money raising part has been.
This week I ran 3 times and still have my long run to do today. My interval workout was really tough this week. It made me realize I need to add another day of intervals to the mix. So starting this week I am going to run 5 days, rather than 4.
I continue to work on the eating thing as well. I went all week with no meat, and no dairy. I did cave last night with the diet pop. I am not being obssesive though. If I want to have a diet pop a few times a week that's fine, it's better than everyday like in the past. I love my fruit and veggie delivery that I recieve on Fridays. It definately has me eating more fruits and veggies and also ensures that we are eating organic and local! I also discovered coconut kiefer this week that is dairy free. I have been having a glass after I get done with my runs and it helps me not to crash. 13.1 is a LONG way and I definately need to kick it up a notch with my runs! That is my goal for this week!
This week I ran 3 times and still have my long run to do today. My interval workout was really tough this week. It made me realize I need to add another day of intervals to the mix. So starting this week I am going to run 5 days, rather than 4.
I continue to work on the eating thing as well. I went all week with no meat, and no dairy. I did cave last night with the diet pop. I am not being obssesive though. If I want to have a diet pop a few times a week that's fine, it's better than everyday like in the past. I love my fruit and veggie delivery that I recieve on Fridays. It definately has me eating more fruits and veggies and also ensures that we are eating organic and local! I also discovered coconut kiefer this week that is dairy free. I have been having a glass after I get done with my runs and it helps me not to crash. 13.1 is a LONG way and I definately need to kick it up a notch with my runs! That is my goal for this week!
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