This week I came to the realization that I have to start changing my lifestyle. After less than a week of finishing my first marathon I came to realize that even though I had the determination to complete the race I did not have the determination to train for it, let alone to lead the healthy lifestyle that I should have been leading throughout the training process.
I love food too much and lately can't seem to make the right choices when it comes to portions or what I choose to put into my body. As a result, I learned when getting dressed for some interviews (been unemployed for about 6 months) that non of my work clothes fit... SURPRISE!
Why would I be surprised? Should I rely on good genetics at 34? Well, the truth is that somehow I expected that my body would remain the same even though I went from running 4 - 5 times a week to running MAYBE once a week, if not less. To that I need to add that not only I became a couch potato, but due to not working and my wonderful new boyfriend my social life changed, we went out to eat very often and also had drinks several times a week. Wine became a ritual in our dinner table, and you know how many calories that can add to your meal.
So that's it! Changes have to start and they have to start NOW! Since this weekend is too hectic and we have a party coming that is just not going to help I will start the plan by putting together next week's menu, wish me luck on finding yummy healthy food.
For now the exercise plan of next week will consist of 6 Miles 4 times between Monday and Friday, adding a long run on the weekend, the day of my choice. I am also doing the Ab Ripper (what a scary name), sounds fun? This consists of 16 minutes of crunches non-stop. It might sound easy but you are dying after 4 minutes, lol! It is part of the P90X set of DVDs and kicks your butt, hopefully it will help me have a flat toned stomach.
Well, I think that's it for now. I will include next weeks menu on my next post but for now I will be online looking for yummy healthy recipes with colorful pics.
Until the next post!
XOXO
Chi-Runner!
