My Health Revolution

Sorry it's been so long since I updated. I have been crazy busy!  My first 2 weeks of "Slim in 6" by BeachBody (Makers of P90X, Insanity etc.)  I have only done two weeks of it but I am LOVING it.  I am only doing about 4-5 days of the DVD routine, even though they recommend 6 days and I am still seeing amazing results!  I just don't have time everyday and I also am working a very physically demanding job.  I do try to get in some type of physical activity each day.  For example, today, I didn't do the DVD, but I spent about an hour outside wrestling with 15 alpacas to give them their shots and trim their toenails, and then I helped my husband clean out the barn and rake leaves etc.  This afternoon I also took my dog on a 20 min walk/run so that helps burn up some extra calories too!  I am not trying to start some rigorous exercise program,  I am just trying to get fit and healthy! 

Before I go,  I just want to give you a brief run down of my average daily meals. 
This week they looked like this:

Breakfast:  Omelet (2 eggs and veggies with a little shredded cheese) 1 Kiwi, 1 cup of Strawberries

Snack: Wheat Thins and a Laughing Cow Cheese

Lunch:  Turkey (or Roast Beef) Sandwich or Roll up with spinach and 1 Slice of Provolone Cheese with 1/2 tsp Olive oil Mayo,  Wheat thins, 1 cup strawberries, 1 Kiwi, sometimes Carrots and Ranch depending on the day.

Snack: FiberOne Bar

Dinner: Ziti with meat sauce and spinach.  Corn, Salad, and one slice of garlic bread. 
I know the dinner doesn't sound all that great, but I was really proud of my portion control!  :-) 

:-) -Ash

My Health Revolution

I have been really working on eating healthy for the past few months.  I also starting working out with one of Beachbody's programs called "Slim in 6" and I totally love it!  I have lost 7" in just 10 days!  The program is actually something that I can do, and that I enjoy.

I have been really watching what I eat as well.  I have been trying to eat 5-6 small meals a day and that seems to really help with my cravings to snack/munch all day/evening.  I have even been able to start running a little bit which has been a goal of mine for some time!  I am super excited about that one!

Menu Planning Board!

Wow! I didn't realize how long it has been since I had written an actual post!  Things have been crazy!  B is almost out of college and things have just been a whirlwind!

Today I am posting about my newest project!  My Menu Planning Board.

I have been addicted to "Pinterest" lately and I found this on there.  This "Menu Board" is what I based my board off of.  I couldn't do all of the different colors/patterns that she did because I am OCD and I just can't handle that! HAHA!

I have all of the meals that I typically make, plus a few new ones that I threw in the mix, and also included the sides, salads, bread etc that I would make with that meal.  On the back of each card is a list of all the ingredients that I need for those things!