The new electronic scale told me this morning that I was down to 140 lbs - even with some light clothing - and therefore my BMI is finally under 25.
Total lbs fat is now 40.
This was somewhat unexpected, so I was thrilled, and it gave me a boost of motivation. I'm aiming for 137 lbs by the time we go on vacation in 2 weeks.
I already see and feel a difference from the way I was 6 months ago, when I honestly thought that I was looking slightly pregnant. I don't miss the belly fat and bloating.
I'm still aiming to be 125 lbs by this time next year, plus having a better level of overall fitness. I want to be able to run 5 km or comfortably do a class at the gym, and have plenty of energy each day.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Monday, December 13, 2010
My new "fast food"
Since time is always an issue, here are some of my new fast foods:
1. Eggs and egg whites
Cheap, lots of protein, and less than 5 min. to make. I like to make mine with salsa from a jar, for lots of flavor and some extra veggies, and virtually no effort.
2. Smoothies
Frozen fruit stays in the freezer so it's ready to use any time and doesn't rot. A bit of juice, a bit of protein powder, a bit of plain yogurt, and I have an awesome breakfast to go in 2 min.
3. Thai curry chicken breast/thighs
I buy a package of boneless skinless thighs or breasts, rub them with green Thai curry paste, and bake them. Then, I put them individually in freezer bags. Instant lunch to go.
4. Pre-washed greens
Instant salad. Goes well with the chicken.
5. Pre-washed and trimmed green beans
Love green beans but hate the work involved. I just found a perfect bag of green beans that was literally ready to cook with no prep.
6. Toppits/Dorot frozen herbs
Flash frozen cubes of garlic, ginger, chili peppers, basil or dill make it easy to add lots of flavor with no fat and no effort. If I drop a cube of garlic into strained yogurt in the morning, it's tzatziki by lunch.
7. Baby carrots
Instant veggies.
8. Pacific or Imagine boxed soups
Butternut squash or black bean soup in a cup, 1.5 min in the microwave and I've got a hot, nutritious snack/appetizer as soon as I get home from work.
1. Eggs and egg whites
Cheap, lots of protein, and less than 5 min. to make. I like to make mine with salsa from a jar, for lots of flavor and some extra veggies, and virtually no effort.
2. Smoothies
Frozen fruit stays in the freezer so it's ready to use any time and doesn't rot. A bit of juice, a bit of protein powder, a bit of plain yogurt, and I have an awesome breakfast to go in 2 min.
3. Thai curry chicken breast/thighs
I buy a package of boneless skinless thighs or breasts, rub them with green Thai curry paste, and bake them. Then, I put them individually in freezer bags. Instant lunch to go.
4. Pre-washed greens
Instant salad. Goes well with the chicken.
5. Pre-washed and trimmed green beans
Love green beans but hate the work involved. I just found a perfect bag of green beans that was literally ready to cook with no prep.
6. Toppits/Dorot frozen herbs
Flash frozen cubes of garlic, ginger, chili peppers, basil or dill make it easy to add lots of flavor with no fat and no effort. If I drop a cube of garlic into strained yogurt in the morning, it's tzatziki by lunch.
7. Baby carrots
Instant veggies.
8. Pacific or Imagine boxed soups
Butternut squash or black bean soup in a cup, 1.5 min in the microwave and I've got a hot, nutritious snack/appetizer as soon as I get home from work.
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