I got out of bed an hour early in order to eat my 1 whole egg and 3 egg whites. I never cook breakfast so this was a major issue. I scrambled one egg and then started boiling the rest. I realized that I really didn't want to get up each morning to do this, so I went on and boiled enough eggs for the entire week. I also must eat rice each morning, so this was also prepared for the entire week.
I skipped off to school (work) with my plastic Kroger bag full of containers upon containers of healthy food. I opened the refrigerator at work and found a cozy place. I also filled a plastic 64 oz containter of water and started drinking away. NOBODY TOLD ME THAT I'D BE PEEING ALL DAY! From sun up to sun down I was running to the bathroom. I would use the bathroom, walk back to my desk, sit down, and then immediately have to go again. In the middle of meetings I'd have to stand up and walk to the restroom. The water runneth through me. Instead of 'cry me a river' I thought to myself 'pee me a river'! Whoa, please don't let this feeling last forever.
In the middle of the afternoon I went to an award's program to present an award to a teacher. I didn't have to urinate, but after the program they invited everyone to a reception for punch and cake. I started walking that direction and then the light went off in my head- that means everyone but you. Go to your office and drink your protein shake Yeager! I didn't even want to be tempted, so I left. The meals weren't too bad to eat. I am supposed to eat two cups of vegetable each meal, but that is a little too much for me to eat. I'll ask Julie if I can cut that amount down.
Going to the gym after work was the fun part. I love working out!! This day's workout consisted of glute and back exercises. I have a big butt, but not firm glutes! I can't wait until I can pop a quarter off my back side. Time will tell! I enjoyed the various exercises and finished off with the stairmaster. I quickly went home and ate Meal #5 and then changed for church.
It was a great service, but halfway through I felt that urge again in my bladder. I didn't want to get up in the middle of the service because I didn't want the pastor to think I was leaving. At the same time, I didn't want a large pool of water running down my leg. I decided to cross my legs, pray to God and hope for the best. God watched after me and I made it through the entire service.
Eating for Day 1 wasn't horrible. I'm interested to see what will happen once I start taking the additional supplements. I think I can survive! I'm going to take weekly pictures to see the progress. Pray for me!!
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Meal Preparation for the Week
So I return from the grocery store and place everything away. My refrigerator was always empty anyway so there was plenty of room. However, when I looked in the pantry I ran across all of the items I could no longer eat. The snack packs, microwave popcorn, cookies, canned fruit etc... all had to be placed to the side. I wasn't strong enough to throw them away, so I placed them in a different part of the kitchen.
I took out my meal plan. There are six meals that I must eat each day. Each meal has carefully measured portions: 6 oz. turkey breast, 2 cups vegetables, 3/4 cup oatmeal... Being the non-cook that I am, the last thing I would be able to do is cook every night. So, I go the grand idea that I would cook and prepare all of this week's meals at one time. Good/bad idea. I have to eat 3 oz, 6 oz and 4 oz of a meat each day for seven days. That meant not only did I have to cook each of those meats but I also had to carefully weigh them to make sure they were the correct ounce. I didn't want to only eat chicken all week, so I also had to do a variety of meats. Thank God for the George Foreman grill. George and I worked it last night! After and hour or so of finishing the meats, I also had to do the same thing with the vegetable.
After starting to pre-pack some of the meals I realized that I didn't have enough containers. I needed over 30 containers and needed to be able to easily tell which items were in each container. I decided to remodel the interior of my refrigerator and place different measurements of food on different levels. Finally, after 3 hours I had completed preparing most of my meals for the week. Since I wasn't officially starting until the morning, I rewarded myself with sausage pasta from Olive Garden and some homemade cookie. Cheers to healthy eating!!
I took out my meal plan. There are six meals that I must eat each day. Each meal has carefully measured portions: 6 oz. turkey breast, 2 cups vegetables, 3/4 cup oatmeal... Being the non-cook that I am, the last thing I would be able to do is cook every night. So, I go the grand idea that I would cook and prepare all of this week's meals at one time. Good/bad idea. I have to eat 3 oz, 6 oz and 4 oz of a meat each day for seven days. That meant not only did I have to cook each of those meats but I also had to carefully weigh them to make sure they were the correct ounce. I didn't want to only eat chicken all week, so I also had to do a variety of meats. Thank God for the George Foreman grill. George and I worked it last night! After and hour or so of finishing the meats, I also had to do the same thing with the vegetable.
After starting to pre-pack some of the meals I realized that I didn't have enough containers. I needed over 30 containers and needed to be able to easily tell which items were in each container. I decided to remodel the interior of my refrigerator and place different measurements of food on different levels. Finally, after 3 hours I had completed preparing most of my meals for the week. Since I wasn't officially starting until the morning, I rewarded myself with sausage pasta from Olive Garden and some homemade cookie. Cheers to healthy eating!!
The Dreaded Grocery Trip
A couple of weeks ago I decided that this would be the year I enter a figure competition. The first plan of action was to find someone to assist me. I came across a website online of a competitor named Julie and instantly knew I wanted to work with her. After seeing what all would be involved, I knew the strength part would come easy to me. It was the nutritional part I was worried about. I don't eat a lot, but at the same time, fruits and vegetables aren't my best friends.
It took a couple of days before Julie emailed me my meal plan. Each morning I would check my email to see if it had arrived. And, each day that it wasn't there - I PIGGED OUT! I ate as much pasta, sausage and chocolate that I could since I knew these foods would be non-existent much sooner than later.
Well, yesterday morning in my Inbox was the email entitled "Your Program". I was excited to see it and finally get started. And then I looked at the meal plan. Breakfast consists of eggs, egg whites and rice. Other meals are protein drinks. Other meals are chicken, tuna and tons of vegetables. Can I really do this? I sat at work and made out my grocery list for the week. As soon as work was over, I traveled to my local Kroger. All excitement I had about entering the competition started to drift away.
I found myself pushing the grocery cart to sections of the grocery store I rarely visit. In the fresh vegetables section I had to search for a clear bag so I could place asparagus and carrots there. My eyes drifted toward the sausage and I looked the other way in the same way you would if you and your best friend weren't speaking to each other. I spent a great deal of quality time in the fresh meats department stocking up on chicken breast, ground turkey breast, shrimp and lean beef. In the distance I heard the desserts calling my name. "Michelle, come here, you always come and visit us". My eyes began to water as I had to keep pushing my cart forward.
I then walked to the eggs area where I loaded up on dozens and dozens of eggs. Could I possibly turn into a chicken from eating this many eggs? I don't know if I've ever purchased this many eggs. I walked back through the store, this time seeing bread. Bread! My heart and joy. We all love a good roll with butter. I stopped in front of the bread section and said, "It's not you, it's me". I was seriously getting depressed as I walked through the grocery realizing all of my frozen meals, quick snacks, fruit juices and Oreos would not be welcome into my digestive system for several weeks. And while my shoulders started slumping over and tears gathered in my eyes - I looked in my cart.
There in my cart was the healthiest foods that ever filled a cart of mine. There were meats, vegetables, rice, eggs and water. Wow. I had to stop and look at my cart a couple of times. This was my cart. I used to be embarrassed when I'd see a friend in the grocery and my frozen foods piled the cart. My cart was all that! Now, instead of walking slumped over, I held my head high. Nobody could touch my cart. What!? My grocery list was healthy and sexy! I rang up my items and walked out proud of the foods that would enter my body! Hip Hip Hooray to positive change!!
It took a couple of days before Julie emailed me my meal plan. Each morning I would check my email to see if it had arrived. And, each day that it wasn't there - I PIGGED OUT! I ate as much pasta, sausage and chocolate that I could since I knew these foods would be non-existent much sooner than later.
Well, yesterday morning in my Inbox was the email entitled "Your Program". I was excited to see it and finally get started. And then I looked at the meal plan. Breakfast consists of eggs, egg whites and rice. Other meals are protein drinks. Other meals are chicken, tuna and tons of vegetables. Can I really do this? I sat at work and made out my grocery list for the week. As soon as work was over, I traveled to my local Kroger. All excitement I had about entering the competition started to drift away.
I found myself pushing the grocery cart to sections of the grocery store I rarely visit. In the fresh vegetables section I had to search for a clear bag so I could place asparagus and carrots there. My eyes drifted toward the sausage and I looked the other way in the same way you would if you and your best friend weren't speaking to each other. I spent a great deal of quality time in the fresh meats department stocking up on chicken breast, ground turkey breast, shrimp and lean beef. In the distance I heard the desserts calling my name. "Michelle, come here, you always come and visit us". My eyes began to water as I had to keep pushing my cart forward.
I then walked to the eggs area where I loaded up on dozens and dozens of eggs. Could I possibly turn into a chicken from eating this many eggs? I don't know if I've ever purchased this many eggs. I walked back through the store, this time seeing bread. Bread! My heart and joy. We all love a good roll with butter. I stopped in front of the bread section and said, "It's not you, it's me". I was seriously getting depressed as I walked through the grocery realizing all of my frozen meals, quick snacks, fruit juices and Oreos would not be welcome into my digestive system for several weeks. And while my shoulders started slumping over and tears gathered in my eyes - I looked in my cart.
There in my cart was the healthiest foods that ever filled a cart of mine. There were meats, vegetables, rice, eggs and water. Wow. I had to stop and look at my cart a couple of times. This was my cart. I used to be embarrassed when I'd see a friend in the grocery and my frozen foods piled the cart. My cart was all that! Now, instead of walking slumped over, I held my head high. Nobody could touch my cart. What!? My grocery list was healthy and sexy! I rang up my items and walked out proud of the foods that would enter my body! Hip Hip Hooray to positive change!!
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