Amanda's Menu Planning Spectacular!

[septbride2002]

Oh girls - I am going to be doing some major thinking and journaling tonight. I just can't seem to get it together. Part of this is not having the type of foods I need around the house. The other part is lack of will power.

I was measured at Curves tonight - I don't remember all the measurements but I can tell you my BMI is 39%!!! For my age I should be between 23 and 26%! They said my weight range is 124 to 135! I explained to the woman even at my thinnest in high school I was not 135 lbs! And that my goal is 140 which I fear that I will not reach. Maybe that is why I am not sticking to plan because subconsciously I believe I will not reach my goal.

My weight tonight was 166.8 pounds - I can't even fathom weighing that much! I've never weighed that much before and acknowledged it. The woman at Curves told me to remember that it is going to be a slow progress - obviously she does not know that I am the least patient person that I know!!!!

~Amanda

 

[geetey]

Amanda, did you tell the lady you just finished a marathon and your muscles are retaining major fluid as they repair?? If not, then your first weigh-in with be a great one!! Don't worry about her numbers. You have to do what feels right for your body type. Get down to your goal and then see if you need to readjust. I know you can do it!

 

[DoeWDW]

Hang in there, Amanda. Try to retain that attitude!

I'm struggling too, because I haven't been able to get a good grocery store trip in yet. All the food in the house is NOT the type of food I need. Baby steps - just make the best choices you can for now. This weekend I'm guessing we'll both get to the store and plan out some meals for next week. That will make everything much easier.

Now about the goals that Curves is trying to set for you. Amanda, they are there to set goals for people who really don't know WHAT to shoot for. You know your body and you know what weight works for you. Do not let anyone else bully you into changing your goals! They can put whatever they want on their paperwork, but you hang onto what feels right to you! The key is to get there and work out on a regular basis. Just put in the effort and see where it takes you.

The ultimate goal is to be healthier. That means dropping some weight and working those muscles. That means exercising to release those endorphins to help you feel better emotionally, mentally AND physically. Being healthy is not only about being thin. Just stick to your workout schedule and watch the changes - you'll be pleasantly surprised at how much better you're going to feel!

and for you today, dear Amanda!

 

[lulu201]

Oh, I'm sorry. I thought this was the journal of Amanda, JOCK ATHLETE PRINCESS!!!! For a moment there, it sounded like I was in the journal of someone struggling. Uhh, have to tell you this, Amanda--you're not a struggler. Not by a long shot.

You are a long distance walker. An athlete, like Terry said, whose body is under repair. So your weight is up. Big deal. It'll go down 'cause you won't let it stay up! That's all there is to it. You've been making big demands on you body, you've been vacationing (a lot lately, you lucky duck ), it's been the holidays, you've been out of your routine--now you just have to come back home to healthy living. You'll get yourself together this weekend. Like Doe said, you'll get some good food in the house, you'll get rested and ready to prepare nurturing things for yourself. You'll do it, no question.

And Curves? As well-meaning as they might be there, you're the one who KNOWS your body. Nod and smile and do your own thing. You'll get to where YOU want to go. Poor lady there, she just didn't know who she was weighing and measuring!

Hey, have a good weekend and be good to YOU.
,
Erin

 

[septbride2002]

Erin your post really made me smile! Jock Athlete Princess
Terry, Doe, and Erin - I know you guys are right and that I should look on the more positive side (isn't that what I am telling everyone else?) My food yesterday was horrible and I guess I was just letting everything get to me. Even though my weight is up my size 12 jeans are still fitting so that is a good size. When I move into the 14's is when I start to freak out a bit.

I've decided to give myself a lower goal - I want to be down to 160 by the end of the month. That means losing 3 lbs a week which is not out of the question. I just need to concentrate on my water more and keep to under 20 carbs per day. I'm actually following the Curves Low Carb diet which means I an have unlimited amounts of certain veggies, and meats without counting the carbs - everything else I need to keep to under 20 carbs per day.

I am going to go grocery shopping tomorrow - and I need to work on making at least one week of dinner menus so that I don't falter.

Plan for today:
B: 1 protein shake - 2 carbs
S: 1 cup broccoli, 2 slices of cheese - 2 carbs
L: Tuna Salad - 2 carbs
S: ?? Not sure if I will have anything at home that I can bring with me.
D: Something I pick up at the store.
S: Sugar Free Jello.

The biggest thing I need to do is get back to basics - grilled chicken breast, bunless cheeseburgers, tuna salad are also easy things I can make that are low in carbs as long as I add a veggie as a side dish.

~Amanda
166.8/166.8/140

 

[plutosmyfav]

Amanda,
Another thing to consider is the mood swing you can get after a major endorphine surge from endurance workouts. Be good to yourself. Rembember you've come so far and your gonna keep going!

Sundie

 

[septbride2002]

I'm feeling much better because I have a menu plan! Starting tomorrow!

Saturday:
B: Protein Shake
L: Salad
D: Chicken, Cheese, and wine (SIL recipe), low carb noodles, salad. everyone else will be eating dinner rolls and lipton noodles and sauce

Sunday:
B: Egg casserole or quiche - haven't decided yet which I will make.
L: Left over chicken,cheese, and wine
D: Low carb Meatloaf and salad

Monday:
B: Egg Casserole
L: Leftover Meatloaf
D: Tequilla Lime Chicken - will make marinade and sauce on Sunday night.

Tuesday:
B: ??
L: Left over Tequilla LIme Chicken
D: Heroin Wings and Salad

Wednesday:
B: ??
L: Tuna Salad
D: Creamy Shrimp and Veggies

Thursday:
B: ??
L: Leftover creamy shrimp and veggies
D: Cheeseburgers and Salad dh will be having french fries

Friday:
B: ??
L: Ultimate Crab Cakes
D: Left overs from week.

 

[DoeWDW]

YUMMY!!!! I think I'll just start with YOUR menus for the week and tweak them!

You can do this!! You're gonna be feeling SO GREAT next week with your planned yummy meals and your Curves workouts!! Do you know which days you're going to Curves??

 

[septbride2002]

I plan on doing Curves Monday through Thursday of next week. However I need to find out if they are closed for Martin Luther King Day on Monday - if so then I will be going Tuesday - Friday.

~Amanda

 

[Strings]

Oh yeah! Amanda's back with a vengance!

1st about Curves. They use the same charts as MDs do. They are unrealistic and unhealthy for most people. You know what is right for your body. You will get there too!

You have a plan for the coming week. It looks phenomenal. I also know that you will stick with it. Otherwise, I'm sure Terry will get out the whip. .

Amanda, you can accomplish anything you set out to do. Keep up the great work.
Have a GREAT weekend,
Beth

 

[geetey]

First things first... can I have the recipe for that Tequilla Lime Chicken? That sounds YUMMY!

Now, did someone mention a whip?

he he

I don't know if you are getting the itch to try another marathon (God help me), Amanda, but the Spirit of St Louis Marathon is April 10th! It is not a timed event (unless you want to do the Full). Perhaps those endorphines are still coursing a tad too quickly through my body.

Here is a link, just in case, St Louis Marathon

 

[toystoryduo]

Way to go, Amanda!!! You are focused and ready to go!!! Woohoo!! :jumping4:

Your meals for this week look really yummy. Can you send leftovers my way????

Have a great weekend!

 

[septbride2002]

TANKINI CHALLENGE!​

Oh that has put a smile on my face today!

I had a good day yesterday - I did eat a couple pieces of chocolate but caused no real damage. I ended up making Crab cakes for dinner and just have to say - YUM!

Plan for today:
B: Protein Shake
Exercise - 30 minutes at Curves
L: Ceasar Salad
D: Chicken Cheese and Wine, low carb noodles, and Salad
Water - lots of it.

I feel so much better since I planned my menu for the week - I feel like I don't have to THINK about what I am going to eat - it just comes to me. I am also going to be trying to make a quiche with some bacon and cheese and I am looking forward to trying that and having it for breakfast.

To do list today:
Curves
Haircuts
Target for swimsuit
Drop off a book at the library
Run by the store to get 2 items I forgot.

~Amanda
166/166/140

 

[DoeWDW]

Dear Amanda, thanks for the grocery reminder in my journal. You are right - a list and NO JUNK! To tell the truth, I'm SICK of junk food. I miss my yummy low-carb stuff like Chicken a la Amanda!

Tankini challenge - well, I may buy a new bathing suit but mine will be a one-piece. I've always looked better in that style. Posting pics?? NOT!! Although, with a lapu lapu or two I might be persuaded....

Best wishes for a wonderful low-carb kinda day!

 

[Auntmeme]

Hey just wanted to say It was great meeting you How was the rest of your day? dinner at Whispering Canyon? How is Susan's mom?

Say hi to your neighbor Susan for me - I hope all goes well with the adoption of her little princess Can you please find out what her race number was? I'm trying to find some pics but nothing comes up? Have you found any with your number?

I guess life is now back to normal with menu plans & all Looks like you have a greatplan going! Love your tankini challenge, are you preparing for your cruise?????

Have a wonderful weekend

 

[wilderness01]

TANKINI CHALLENGE!


That made me smile as well. I would love the challenge but would never post a picture, not even with many, many drinks consumed! Your suit looks cute and I voted to buy a smaller size. Your menus look good as well. How exciting to be going on a cruise. That will be alot of fun. Have a wonderful weekend.

 

[septbride2002]

Dang it! A whole post gone due to user error! LOL!

Okay - did okay today but had one regular soda since that was all my SIL had. I did great food wise and besides the soda I was completely on program.

I went to Target and bought my first Tankini - I got the bottoms in a size 10 (one size smaller then my jeans) and the top in 14 (I usually wear 14/16) It fits great in the ****s but is very tight around my middle. I also bought the CUTEST pair of light blue pants with black and white pin stripes, a black shirt to wear it with, and adorable shoes! The pants are a size 12 but fitting a little tight - I'm hoping with the weight loss that they will be perfect by the end of February.

Plan for tomorrow:
B: Egg Quiche w/Bacon
L: Leftover Chicken w/Broccoli
S: I might make some cheese crisp - saw this on low carb and lovin it.
D: Low Carb Meatloaf and Salad.
S: No sugar added Chocolate Pudding.

I really am looking forward to the challenge of tomorrow - I am almost bummed that I can't go to Curves.

Meditation My Recovery work affects others, whether I know it or not. Freedom is a possible dream. This quote is dealing with the different addictions that we all have. Mine happens to be a workaholic so this is very imporant.

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Good morning Amanda,

I love how focused you sound! It seems like planning your menu in advance has really worked out for you. That is great!!!! :jumping4:

Okay, I have to know.... what is cheese crisp??? I love all things cheese and this sounds quite intriguing.... please share......

 

[septbride2002]

Morning! I know some of you have been asking for the recipes for the items I am making this week - I promise that after I TRY the recipe I will post them in my journal. I don't want to post anything that comes out YUCKY! So - here is the recipe for Chicken, Cheese and Wine:

8 boneless skinless Chicken Breast
8 slices of swiss cheese or provolone.
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/4 c. of white wine (I use a dry white wine but it can also be done with semi-dry)
Italian Bread Crumbs (for those not on Low Carb - I omitted and it still tasted good)

Arrange Chicken in a 9 x 13 baking pan. Top each breast with a piece of cheese. Mix together soup and white wine and pour over chicken. sprinkle italian bread crumbs and dot with butter. Bake at 350 degrees uncovered for 50 minutes.

I doubled the soup, cheese and wine because I pour the sauce over low carb noodles.
Total Servings: 8
Carbs per Serving: 8 (if you double the sauce, 4 carbs if you don't)
#'s do not include the carbs for the low carb noodles. Used fit day to figure out calculations.

~Amanda

 

[lulu201]

Hi, Amanda. Your posts have been making me smile. You sound so darn happy with yourself! And you should be! You're accomplishing a great deal and are totally on top of the whole food situation at your house. You're sounding like Rachel Ray or one of those other Food Network gurus!
I'm like Terry, holding out for the Tequile Lime Chicken recipe. Hey, did you ever do the crab alfredo recipe--or whatever it was? Oh, and cheese crisps sound yummy! Geez, I gotta get outa here before I run to the fridge!

I love the sound of your outfits. Your tankini sounds perfect! Just what you'll need on the cruise. There's nothing in the world, in my humble opinion, that motivates like a cruise and/or beach vacation. YOU GO, GIRL! You're going looking might fine!

OK, well, I'm going to go straighten up the kitchen now. Just wanted to stop by and see how you're doing.

Hugs,
Erin