The View from the Classroom

Last night I hit the pool for the second time…new training program in hand and I was a little surprised with myself.  Swam the 525 yards which was 25 yards more than the first go round AND did it in half the time, well almost half…22 minutes as opposed to 40 minutes the first time around.  I wasn’t able to follow the training program exactly…had to take a few more breaths than it said, but I felt like I did pretty well.  For me, right now, I think the breathing is the key.  I finished, showered and went to see how much longer hubby was gonna be.  He was finishing up his bi’s…I couldn’t resist…had to do some curls…3 sets and I felt really strong. 

And…today I HAD to go to the gym…I like the swimming, but it doesn’t feel like a REAL workout.  I know I’m not supposed to be lifting, so I didn’t…just did 45 minutes on the elliptical…5 minute warm-up, 35 minutes HIIT at progressively higher levels and a 5 minute cool down…it felt good to really sweat and my mood is much better.  In case you didn’t read my last blog, I’ve been feeling a little down. 

After that, came home and fixed what is becoming one of my favorite meals…french toast and a spinach egg white omelet. 

Here’s the recipe for the french toast in case you’re wanting something other than egg whites and oatmeal for breakfast:

2 slices Cinnamon-Raisin Ezekial Bread

2 egg whites

Cinnamon to taste

Sugar Free Davinci Vanilla Syrup to taste

1 packet of Splenda

Mix everything except the bread together in a shallow bowl with a fork until bubbly.  Soak the bread, turning to coat both sides.  Two pieces should soak up all of the mixture.  Heat a skillet, spray with cooking spray and cook the bread on both sides.  It’s good plain or with fruit or natty pb on top, but you could use sugar free syrup too.

For those of you wondering what Ezekial Bread is…it’s made from sprouted 100% whole grains which together form a high quality complete protein.  It can be found in the frozen food section and our local grocery store carries it.  If yours doesn’t, whole foods or other health food stores usually carry it.  

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