THE ART OF EATING
So I have finally wrapped my head around the fact that if I don’t get the eating together the body will not follow. I have been knowing this for a long time, but damn why can’t I just defy evolution! So I have worked out an eating plan and that is what I am going to stick with come hell or high water. When should I schedule a cheat meal…..Please do I have to think of that too. I need to up my water intake (bathroom here I come….oooh something else to look forward to the endless runs to the bathroom in the middle of work.) Let me stop, the sarcasm is ooooozing LOL. This is something I really want so I am willing to put all the bullshit aside and get down to the real business. So I will get the eating together, cuz I have been working out for years and I know that there is something really spectacular underneath it all. Yes I do have something to prove, let me not kid myself……
7/29/08
So I went to the store yesterday to stock up on my meal plan basics. Wanna know what was in my basket (besides the Lucky Charms my boyfriend snuck in-I promise not to even look thier way)? Head of Roman, Sweet Potatos, Chicken Tenderloins, Tilapia, Eggs, Protein Powder, Oatmeal, Balsamic Viniagrett (did I spell that right?) So here is my eating plan so far. Feel free to make comments:
Meal #1:7AM
4 egg whites,1/2 cup spinach,1/2 cup plain oatmeal
Meal#2:10AM
1 Chicken breast, 1 scoop protien shake
Meal#3:12AM
1 Chicken breast, 1cup Romaine Salad, 2Tbs Vinaigrette, 1 small sweet potato
Meal#4:3PM
1Scoop Protein shake
Meal #5:6PM
4oz Tilapia, 1 cup Romaine, 2tbs Viniagrette
Meal #6:8PM (After Workout)
2 scoop protein shake,1 pc wheat toast w sugar free preserve
So, this is what my eating will entail, I plan on switching things around a little when I get bored but basically this is it until the weight comes off.
I am on meal #3 for the day and although I got enough sleep lastnight I am feeling a little sluggish. I guess my body is going through a change.GOOD.
Peace,
Espion.
July 28, 2008 at 10:38 am
the battle is NOT in the gym, it’s in the kitchen and w/ the eating regime! I can tell in a instant if my food has been clean and on point or soso or just plain crappy! it ain’t easy, but just take 1 day at a time! it helps to log your meals down as well-all that you eat and drink. if you have binges, log that down to-as far as why you went off the deep end, whatyou were craving, how you felt pre binge and post binge. this is something that i am putting into play. i know that i have a sick body under my flab and i really want to see it! lol! so, i got up at the crack of dawn, did 30 min of taebo this am and to the gym after work for a heavy lifting session and hiit. i have ate well today an di’m just praying that God helps my cravings and appeite! he’s been good all day, because i haven’t had any cravings!
be blessed ma!
July 28, 2008 at 10:44 am
Thanks, Hotheather….."sick body under my flab" LOL You are so sick right now. Yeh, the eating has got to get cleaned up. I am willing.
Thanks for the encouragment it means alot to me.
July 30, 2008 at 7:59 am
Hey…ur meal plan looks great!! I would say ur carbs are a little low and a few more carbs for pre-workout meal on days you lift weights will give you more energy to get thru it. Best of luck…..you got the secret now…Have to have the diet in order to see results!!
July 30, 2008 at 8:32 am
What would you suggest for incorporating more carbs. I know they need to be complex Is a granola bar acceptable? The low carbs is probably why I was feeling so sluggish yesterday. Thanks for the advice it is greatly appreciated.
July 30, 2008 at 8:43 am
Your diet is looking good! I would say not to granola bar. You want to eat as clean as possible. You could add in a piece of fruit, more veggies, etc. I also suggest that on the days you lift, your post workout meal should contain some sugar. You want these sugars to be simple, so that they will get to your muscles immediately. I have chocolate milk and add in my protein powder. You can also go with Gatorade or several rice cakes. There should be 2-3 times as many carbs as there is protein. Good luck with your goals!