In one week I’ll take the final photo’s, give a review of the past 9 months, and give away 2 containers of protein powder. I have connections =) Details soon to come. I may just do one at a time or both together. It will be fun. I’ve never done a giveaway, but i’ve been very lucky and won 2 recently.
Cleaning house=burning calories=weight loss
Selling house=stress=chocolate=weight gain
I think I’m breaking even, but i hope I’m making progress. WHAT! What at am i saying. I know that i can’t just hope. I need to take action and exercise, and find a healthier energy booster over the chocolate.
Apple
Almonds
PB toast
Coconut oatmeal (lasts longer then most)
Strawberries (can’t afford them this month)
I’m throwing on the workout clothes and doing a workout tonight. Glad i talked myself into that =)
Thanks for reading my self pep talk. Time to get off my behind and get moving again.
What are some healthy energy boosters you prefer. Protein Shakes (just thought of another one), any tips, ideas, things you use?
April 24th, 2009 at 6:46 am
Giveaways are awesome! Speaking of which… you won mine! Email me (sagan.morrow@gmail.com) your mailing address and I’ll get your package in the mail
I LOVE apples with peanut butter, such a great energizing snack. And a poached egg on toast is fantastic for some good fuel too.
April 24th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
Hey you’ve gone this far, why not keep it going right? So glad you talked yourself into going to a workout. I have a real good one coming up soon. I have to dump mulch from the back of our pick up into the garden. I rested today because tomorrow will be a hard day of work for me.
Energy – Protein shakes are my favorite, my recipe is pineapple or orange juice, equal amounts of water (1/3 cup), 4 oz vanilla yogurt, banana and pineapple or papaya and pineapple or any combo of fruit you like, protein powder about 25 g of protein. Blend well and slurp!!
Apples with peanut butter–excellent Sagan!
Keep up the great work!
April 30th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
Oooo, another fan of the PB and apples here! I also love PB&J on a slice of toast (or a low-carb tortilla, those things have a TON of fiber). Umm…plain, non-fat Greek-style yogurt with fruit (especially blueberries or strawberries or pineapple). And just about any kind of nut.
May 7th, 2009 at 6:38 am
Good luck on your last week! I can’t wait to see the before and after pics!
Looks like you are doing great!
May 8th, 2009 at 10:34 am
Some great ideas here!
PB in shakes is great, but I have to watch the carbs so other than that, I enjoy most berry shakes (blueberries!) or with mangoes. But I try to mix them up a bit, depending on the nutrients needed and who else wants one (beet-shakes aren’t on the top of the list for my 9-year-old lol) with me.
Still, when I have a sweet tooth, this is a favorite shake:
* 1 ripe banana, peeled and diced
* 1 cup of soymilk
* 1 scoop of organic cocoa flavored energy protein
* 1 teaspoon of honey
* 1 teaspoon of almond butter
* 1 – 2 drops of real vanilla extract
* small pinch (less than 1/8 of a teaspoon) of ground nutmeg
* 3 icecubes
As an energy booster, I’ve turned into a big fan of Protein Extreme Energy. Being caffeine-free is a big plus in my book.
Keep up the great work!
June 21st, 2009 at 6:44 pm
Chocolate banana peanut butter protein shakes are one of my favorite healthy energy boosters. I also love bananas with PB, whole wheat crackers with light cheese, and pumpkin seeds.