I weighed myself this morning. I was exactly the same as I was last Thursday!!! Granted - I had gained one pound last week when I weighed myself. Which makes me think that I probably was 1-2 pounds lower than that, but due to that time of the month and the bloating it caused, the number was higher. Which in some ways really sucks because that's kind of what sent me in to the "what's the point? I might as well eat everything in the world and stop working out" mindset in the first place. BUT, the bottom line is, I'm pretty much in the same place as I was before my horrible week. I can't believe it! That never happens to me no matter how much I try to compensate! I really thought I was going to have gained at least everything I've lost so far, and probably then some. I feel like I was given a second chance and it's like last week didn't happen. Regardless of what the number was, I was going to keep going and deal with it. But to not have to feel like I'm starting all over is amazing! It just put me in the best mood today! And on top of that, I feel like I got really lucky and I'm not going to waste this second chance! I'm in this for the long haul!
I worked out this morning. I love that the weather has gotten so cool because it means I can work out in the mornings without having to deal with the horrible heat and sun. Unfortunately, I think I did something to my left knee. Maybe I strained it or something after working out extra on Tuesday and Wednesday. It just felt really sore and tight, and it got more and more painful the more I ran. I stopped a couple of times to stretch it, but it never went away completely. So I walked a lot more of my route than I usually do. But still probably ran about half. I'm going to see how it feels tomorrow. If it's even a little bit sore still, I'll make tomorrow my exercise skip day so that I don't strain it anymore. Hopefully it's just a minor thing.
I was pretty busy running around getting a bunch of errands done today before work, so I didn't have much time to eat. I had a diet shake for breakfast (I finally got around to buying more) and an orange shortly after that, then for lunch I had an amazing salad, which looked so pretty I decided to take a picture of it!
My salad consisted of baby spinach, carrots, tomatoes, yellow squash, mushrooms, grilled chicken, raspberry vinaigrette, and topped off with a little bit of pepper jack and cheddar cheese. Yum! It was delicious! And really, really filling. I could barely eat the whole thing. Might have to make it again tomorrow! Then for a snack before work, I had some strawberries and raspberries. For dinner after work, I had another diet shake and I think I'm about to have some strawberries and a cup of tea before bed.
So overall, it was a really good day. It's another one of those times when I realize I'm in a great mood and nothing has changed other than the fact that I'm sticking to my diet and working out and feeling good about myself. Is this really so hard for me to remember? Anyway, I'm off to chill out a bit before bed. It was a good day, but also a long one!
Quick note - List of things that make my "diet"/workout easier:
*Vitamin Water Zero - I love it! It tastes great, doesn't have too many "chemicals" in it, and doesn't have ANY sodium - most diet sports drinks have a ton! I feel like this is my reward after my workout - and no calories! Can't beat that.
*Biggest Loser - I love this show, but when I'm not working out or eating well, it makes me feel so guilty. lol. So it's much better when I am. Plus, they give good food and training tips, and you can get workout ideas by watching them in the gym.
*"Stand Out" by Powerline - If you're asking yourself if that's the song from A Goofy Movie, you would be correct. And as cheesy as it might sound, this is one of the best workout songs I've ever put on my iPod! Just makes you want to work harder!
Alright, I'm done. Peace out!
EDIT: I was reading comments on OpenTable.com about the restaurant I work at and saw this: "The food is great, if you can eat it. If you are lactose or gluten intolerant, do not go to this restaurant. Too tempting! If you are a producer, see Emily the server. We think this is one waitress/actress that might actually have a chance. Overall, a nice change of pace. Definitely a good special occasion spot." Awesome! :)
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