Still trying to get back on track.

I worked legs and back this morning but did not do the Insanity workout because the aerobic room was in use.  Check out my AM video

This evening I am going at it again for my second full Insanity workout.  I believe my body has been fueled adequately with one cup of pasta with black beans and red sauce (pasta sauce) and the last few bites of that apple pie.  I know it sounds ridiculous that I would eat apple pie after that last video I made.  Well, I didn't want to waste it.  Now that there is no more pie I can get back to basics!  LOL.  Now, back to what I have eaten today to fuel me for this evening's workout . . . I also consumed romaine leaves stuffed with, tuna, diced avocado, tomatoes, sweet corn, cucumber and stewed 3-bean mix.  WOW!  It was sooooo good.  All ingredients are fresh with the exception of the corn.  I buy it frozen because it's less cumbersome and easy to cook with.  I developed this recipe based on what I usually eat every day (lettuce or salad, beans, avocado, salmon, tuna or chicken, tomato, corn and cucumber).  I still eat my whole oats with egg whites for breakfast and a Nutri-Bullet drink for my morning snack.  However my other meals were getting boring so I decided to shake them up a bit. 

Here's a picture with recipe.

 

 

Stuffed Baby Romaine (when cooking for one)

Serves 2 (with a little left over)

 

4 Baby Romaine Lettuce Leaves

2.5oz Pkg of Tuna (packed in water)

1/2 cup diced cucumber

1/2 cup frozen corn

1/2 cup diced tomato

1/2 Avocado Diced

3/4 cup 3-bean mix (light red, black and pinto) cooked/seasoned

Cilantro to taste

 

Drain most all the cooking liquid from the beans to keep your mix from getting soggy. However do not drain the tuna unless there is excess water.

 

Gently mix ingredients together and fill romaine leaves. I say gently because you do not want to mash the beans and avocado unless you are spreading it on the leaves before adding chopped chicken.  Now that's an idea! Do not fill romaine leaves until you are ready to eat. Top with extra cilantro.  Consume while chilled and within 1-2 days.  The fresher the better.  Remember you should be able to taste every ingredient.

 

TIPS

You may also want to try the following:

1.  Add lightly steamed/chopped asparagus or broccoli

2.  If you can afford the calories give this dish some zing by adding dried cranberries and feta cheese

3.  If tuna isn't your thing try this dish with sauteed salmon brushed with a raspberry chipotle glaze, grilled chicken or shrimp

4.  If you are not adding chicken or seafood and find that you are hungry after eating this dish try spreading some non-fat yogurt over the leaves before you fill them.  I tried it with Greek yogurt.  Nice touch but a bit heavy and that's why non-fat yogurt may work best.

5.  For a more citrus flavor dress this dish with fresh lemon juice

 

Bon Appetit!

 

Chapter 2: My Insane Journey

I fought it for as long as I could but couldn't fight it anymore.  My journey has brought me to Shaun T's Insanity workout.  Okay so let this chapter of my journey begin!  The video below was filmed yesterday 4/5/13.  I know I look rough but look past that part.  It's all about the journey right now. I will worry about my appearance later.  LOL.  Besides, I'm still a cutie just a bit heavier.

Not Fit For Spring

I've been working out at least four times a week and sometimes twice a day. I am seeing results but wonder if I am going to make it in time for June 1st.  that's the day I am going to wear shorts.  This is a big deal for me.  I have not worn shorts in two years.  Not only that, I am traveling back to San Diego for a week at the end of May and I need to look hot! I will be wearing very sexy clothing and sexy is the operative word! I have a ways to go.  My knees are acting up and my chest and shoulder are in pain but I have decided to try a modified version of Insanity.  I got a list of the exercises and I start tomorrow.  Currently I am not fit for spring but give me 30-days.  I am going to upload a video tomorrow to kick the countdown off.  It's 8:22pm EST and I have got to get some sleep so that I can be at the gym by 5am tomorrow.  Stay tuned!

All Eyes On Me

Im on the treadmill right now listening to Pandora, my new favorite app by the way. All Eyez On Me has got me feeling good. Visions of me crip walking replay in my head over And over! Its hilarious!

Eavesdropping

Okay! So I eavesdrop! Sometimes I cant help it. The other day I heard a guy at the gym admitting to another guy that he cant possibly come to the gym in the mornings without showering first. Finally someone that does the same thing. My ex couldn't understand why I did it. Even after explaining that sweat and unwashed skin tend to smell worse than if someone had washed up first he still didn't get it. I also heard the same guy saying it helps warm his muscles up.

Today I overheard a guy talking about his "case" as in court case. Maybe he doesn't care who knows that he has to go to court. He talked really loud and occasionally using explicative words. To be honest he didn't do much working out.

I should probably mind my own bees wax. Lol. In retrospect some of my conversations with the regular gym goers probably should have been kept to myself.

Great Workout

This morning I have had a great workout.  I worked Back and Biceps and finished up with abs and 40 minutes of cardio.  Sometimes I wonder how long I can go on like this.  Am I going to have to work out twice a day really hard for the rest of my life?  Probably so if I continue to eat cake and peanut butter M&M's.  I do understand that if I am going to eat these things that they must be consumed in moderation.  I get that.  Maybe this will all subside when I no longer care what size fat rolls I have.

On another note when I go to the gym I sometimes get a sneak peek at this guy who is always there for one reason or another.  I try not to oogle at him but dang his body just won't quit.  He has shoulder's to die for and a nice tight backside.  I wonder if he is going to compete this summer?  It's a good thing I have morals because if I didn't I would be all over that!  One of these days I will get up the courage to ask him out.  However first I gotta get myself together and by "myself" I mean I gotta get my body right and tight!

Cake Please!

I can't believe that I only lost 1% body fat and my BMI went up!  I was flabbergasted but didn't know what to say for myself.  Actually I know just what to say.  I ate like and uncontrolled champ!  I ate like I didn't know any better.  I ate like my first, middle and last name was "Cake Please".  I ate like I was never going to be given the chance to eat again.  By now you get the picture.  Need I say more?