Another week I am told not to do heavy lifting or running. At first, it bothered me and scared me since I was so afraid that I would just get fat again and start the vicious cycle of don't care, and just eat my way to oblivion. I have to admit, I had a problem with me and food! But I think I finally come to terms with myself that I need to take control of my life, what I need to do and not make excuses anymore. I will tell this to all my friends who had/still struggled with their weight issues. Think of the times you have an excuse or reason why you cheat. Think of the times you feel stress and use food for comfort and blame it on others. We need to take responsibility and be accountable for our own self. Oh sure, it is a struggle and it will take time. You just have to take that first baby step. No matter who tells you what you need to do, you ultimately have to make that decision. So think, evaluate, plan, and execute!
Weight Lifting I was starting to enjoy and in as much I can't lift a lot of weight, I feel I am getting stronger and hips are getting more flexible that I can squat lower than before. And plus, I feel my total body was getting stronger and eating more. I started to see some signs of muscle development. But since this problem with my lower back and hip is more serious, I have to be a good girl and listen to my doctor. So to help it along, I looked into an inversion table. Tricep Mary told me about Teeter hang up and today I got it and Joe put it together for me. It was a little scary at first and trying to figure a comfortable position for the ankles and something place near my butt bone was a challenge. It feels strange but it feels really good. So we will see if this will help it along.
I am not without anything to do. I am no longer helpless thinking what I should do now. I still go to Arrichion for yoga and Warrior classes. I love this place. I love my second family. It is totally up to you how hard you want to push yourself.
I remember when I first started anything exercise or wellness programs, I went through the motions because I was scared to or did not know what it means to push myself and like who cares if I did or not. My perspective and mindset have changed in the past year. I thank my trainer Jackie for believing and encouraging me and Arrichion just being there.
Work has been more manageable! The work schedule is still tight but now I got someone to help me. We were told not to take long vacation days during December but hopefully I still can take a couple of days in November to go to the Outer Banks. I won't be running the OBX race but I like seeing and hanging out with my friends. They just a bunch of laughs and fun times and they increased my endorphin levels - We all need friends like that- Life is short! We have to find things or people to be happy with. Try it!
Last week I made some salmon and snapper. I coated it with egg mixture and garbanzo flour and brown it with avocado oil. I created a mixture of the sauce from the salmon and onion, jalaeno chutney, add some crushed red pepper flakes.
I also seasoned bok choy with asian seasonings, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, salt and pepper and chili sauce and grilled that.
And also roasted brussel sprouts with avocado and coconut oil, salt and pepper, minced garlic, chopped onions, soy sauce and chili paste.
Pictures later!
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