3.1 25 Minutes and Counting

Tonight's workout was really good. Here's the breakdown:
5 min @ 3.0
5 min @ 3.5
5 min @ 4.0
5 min @ 3.5
5 min @ 3.0

I am feeling pretty strong still and am looking forward to adding 5 minutes next week. I didn't sing tonight, but will tomorrow!

Here are my 3.0 pictures minus 6 pounds LOL. I will post pics every few weeks to keep myself motivated. What plans do you have for the week?

Gear Review: Capris

These Capris are DA BOMB! They fit like a glove (I ordered the Large). The fabric is wonderful, soft and has the perfect amount of compression. The biggest thing I love about these Capris is the fact that they have 2 count them 2 pockets on the outside of each upper thigh. The pocket is big enough to fit my phone. I cannot say enough about them. Give them a try and you will love them too!

They are slightly longer than the picture shows which is fine with me. I like to wear compression socks when I run (review on them next week) and they overlap the capris with ease.

These capris come in so many colors you are bound to find something you like. I bought the basic black size large and have a fuchsia pair in my Amazon cart waiting for me to buy them next payday.

Here is the Amazon link.

2.5 A Killer Headache

I've got a killer headache today. It started at about 0930 this morning. We have a storm front moving in and I am sure it has something to do with that. I had to talk myself into doing my walk tonight, but did it. It's only 20 minutes. Right?

Diet was the same: smoothie, protein bar, lean cuisine, cheddar cheese snack and some homemade trail mix (cashews and raisins). I am skipping dinner and going right to bed.

Here is to maintaining my -2 over the weekend! We can do this!!!

2.4 1-2-3-4-United States Marine Corps

Spoiler alert! I love these capris, but will post a full gear review this weekend, complete with a link!

Most of the songs I listened to today were cadence and I sang them all "loud and proud," just like the good ole days! I was having so much fun, I hated to stop at the 20 minute mark. Today I walked a tad over a mile again. I am hoping that next week I can get up to 1.5 miles.

My diet was good today: the normal smoothie and protein bar for breakfast. Peanut butter sandwich and spinach salad for lunch. For snacks I had celery sticks and cheddar snacks. I also drank so much water I have gills. HAHAHA

Tomorrow is my weigh in day and I am a little nervous. I am hoping for a loss and will be a bit disappointed if I hold steady or gain....

2.3 Easy Peasy

The walking is getting pretty easy. I have to fight myself not to advance any faster than I am. I have a plan and must stick with it!

I had the day off work and it was marvelous. I did chores around the ranch and played with the horses and dogs. I just kept moving most of the day.

I ate fairly well too. I did have a small bowl of Capt Crunch for breakfast, but the rest of the day went very well. Tuna and crackers for lunch, cottage cheese for a snack and spinach salad for dinner. Tomorrow is back to normal.

Happy 4th everyone!

2.2 Finding My Groove

I am starting to really enjoy my walks. I had some good music playing and was singing at the top of my lungs the entire walk. It probably helps that I got to ride Varro today and he was such a good boy (pictures are posted on facebook). Today was also my half day. I got home early and had a great lunch. I had a spinach salad with garlic dill cucumber spears and cherry tomatoes and a corndog. For breakfast I had my normal fruit smoothie and a protein bar. I am not sure I am having dinner, but if I do it will be a fried egg with toast. Honestly I just want some water, take a shower and head to bed early. I am looking forward to sleeping in.

2.1 The 20 Minute Walk!

My first 20 minute walk. I am really happy to have broken the 1 mile mark. I was a little nervous about adding 5 minutes to my time, but it felt great! My diet yesterday was spot on and I also am eating quite well today. I am going to ride Varro tonight then walk on the treadmill for another 20 minutes. I hope to increase my distance slightly each day this week until adding another 5 minutes next week. Tomorrow is the 4th and Chris will be working, so I don't have anything planned but doing chores... which is my happy place. I am going to take Saturday off (see SkinnyBassettGirls post) and make a great dinner WITH dessert! I might even have some chips and dip to top it off!