05/23/12

In: 1763
Out: 1200
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 887
Water: ~4000mL

I’m still trying to figure out what I want my new macros to be. Ideally I want between 100-120g protein and <150g carbs. Meh. Not sweating it right now. I’ll figure it out when I have more time on my hands to mess with it. And I need to wait out and see how my body is going to respond to these changes. So far so good. But only time will tell.

Overall, good day. Had a lovely workout. I switched it up. I know the calorie burn looks high. But before that freaks you out and I get a bajillion messages “but should you be eating more for that high of a burn, aren’t you doing too much cardio?!” I cut my usual intensity by half. It felt like a hike in the park for me! Easy-peasy. So I went 20min longer than I usually do. I was trying to finish the book I’m reading, the Great Gatsby. Overall it was relaxing. I really enjoyed it. I think I might swap more of my intense session with these lower-intensity ones. 15% fat burn vs 50% fat burn? Psh, I’m down! 

05/22/12

In: 1543
Out: Rest
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: +93
Water: ~3000mL 

Not enough water today. Will be more diligent about it tomorrow. Otherwise pretty good day. I need to figure out how to get more fat into my diet. I suppose it will be easier to do on a 1700+ calorie day vs a 1500 calorie day. I hate being short. Can’t eat as much :( Why must food be so delicious?!

05/18/12

In: 1705
Out: 1110
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 855
Water: ~3700mL

Perfect. :) Haven’t had an intense workout sess. like this in a while. Lately I’ve been using up half my time to run. So my energy is basically cut in half by the time I do something new. Good day. Kind of stressing about this chem test coming up Thursday though =\ eep. I need sleep. Class in the morning. Gotta wake up a little earlier than usual if I’m going to make those crepes. Good night!

05/14/12

In: ~1570
Out: Rest day
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: +120
Water: 3700mL

 Pretty good day :)) Surprisingly my protein intake is higher than usual on lower calories. Plus I had a few “finger spoonfuls” of some homemade chicken salad here and there (regular mayo, eep!). I’m going to assume ~50 extra calories worth. I was planning on going to the gym earlier. But I had to take it easy yesterday. So I figured I should take a full rest day, and then get an intense workout tomorrow or Saturday. Might end up going out of town for the day tomorrow. IDK yet. It has been a relaxing day (ish). Mom kept commenting and making the dumbest remarks about my counting calories or eating something I was making. So irritating. -____- Couldn’t even enjoy cooking or have some peace and quiet to myself in the kitchen. Whatevs~ 

I need more fat in my diet, though. I’ve noticed I eat very very low fat. Lean meat, 1% milk, 0 fat yogurt, etc. But I’m just really focusing on losing weight. I feel like the extra calories from switching low fat to full fat would stall my progress calorie in-calorie out wise. I think once I hit maintenance I’ll make the switch. I’ll have a higher calorie allotment anyway. No deficit :3 So add like.. another 300-600 calories to my intake. :3 Hope you guys had a good day! 

05/06/12

In: 1670
Out: 730
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 510
Water: 4000mL

Good. Not enough protein though. I’ve been slacking on protein for a while now. Damn =\ I’ll need to put more emphasis on my protein intake from today. Less carbs, more protein. 

05/04/12

In: 1848
Out: 1035
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 637
Water: 4000mL 

Perfect. Had a good day. Great workout :)) Did good with my meals ^-^ Although probably could have used 1/2cup less of buckwheat for lunch. Doesn’t matter. Took a short nap in the middle of the day. But that’s okay. Only downside is I didn’t do my hw! Crap. I’ll try to get it done in the morning LOL. I’m hoping I don’t have to go to work tomorrow =\ I have a busy day as it is. Choir practice in the evening. Thinking of skipping youth to go to the gym. Maybe. We’ll see. I didn’t run today so I’m itching to find out if I improved or not. Planning on making crepes in the morning if I’m actually able to wake up on time, LOL. I bought some nectarines. Never had crepes with nectarines before so that will be an interesting mix. Hopefully it turns out yummy! :3 Going to finish up my chocolate milk and head to bed. Good night!

In: 1672
Out: 650
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit:  428
Water: 4000mL

Perfect. :) Ran another mile today. Was a bit harder.. but I attribute that to running two consecutive days in a row without rest. But I finished it nonetheless. I wanted to stop sooo bad, but just pushed on. That’s really the only way you’re going to improve is if you push yourself.

Tomorrow is my niece’s first birthday! Wow time went by fast. Definitely planning on totally pigging out tomorrow! My SIL posted a pic of these on FB that she made tonight:

They look sooo cute and delicious! They’re probably going to make a BBQ as well so I’m excited for that. Mmmmmm grilled food :3 It will give me a chance to actually get at least 100g of protein tomorrow because I’ve been totally lacking lately. I made turkey patties tonight! So I’ll have those to rely on during the week :))

Overall had a good day. Wish I had gone to NY Camp.. but oh well. I hate the feeling like I’m missing out. But sometimes things don’t work out the way you want. Life moves on.

I kind of want to start a new relationship. Something that doesn’t involve bullshit like things were with V. I want something solid. Something… that doesn’t keep me second guessing. Or ya know.. just meeting a new friend would be nice. :) Someone please come into my life and accept me for who I am? kthx~

Well, chemistry HW awaits… I have an entire assignment due tomorrow at midnight which I’ve only done a couple problems. Good night!

06/01/12

In: 1694
Out: 680
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 436
Water: 4000mL

Perfect :)) Had a good workout too. Split half running/walking on the treadmill, and then the other half my usual with added intervals. Felt like switching it up. Ran a mile on the treadmill and didn’t feel like dying. I was surprised because a few days I also attempted to run a mile on the treadmill and couldn’t finish. Towards the last quarter mile it got tougher though. But I feel like I’m getting better. I feel like my calves are finally slowly getting used to the strain and are getting stronger. Which is good. I’m not going to become a marathon runner overnight, but building my stamina for running can’t hurt. 

Went grocery shopping today. Bought a ton of veggies and some fruit! Sooo excited to make stuff out of it. I’ve already got a few things planned:

• rhubarb pancakes <—— definitely the most excited about this one!!
• eggplant parm
• cilantro brown rice (chipotle bowl)
• baked egg inside a red pepper .. I want to try it so bad!
• I also bought a HUGE box of blueberries (which my dad already ate like half of it OMG! LOL.. and raspberries)
• I may also attempt to make bean burger again but we’ll see

I have a lot going on this weekend. Might end up visiting my bro tomorrow who lives 2hours away. And hanging out with a bestie in the morning. We’ll see. I just realized I have a TON of assignments due Sunday night. Eep. Hopefully I’ll be able to complete them. Andddd I hope my weight doesn’t fluctuate too much because I’m really looking forward to Sunday’s weigh in. But there’s a possibility whatever I end up eating at my bro’s will influence that =\ I’ve been kind of backed up the past few days too. It’s weird. IDK. Sometimes I hate being patient. Moments like this make me want to cut my calories and increase my exercise even though I know that’s a terrible idea. Sometimes I get the feeling I’m STILL not eating enough on some days when I have a super high deficit and that it’s hindering my progress. =\ IDK. Enough rambling. I need sleep. Good night!

05/31/12

In: 1430
Out: 0
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 20
Water: 3000mL

Disappointed I couldn’t make it to the gym and get a legit workout in. Oh well.  We’ll see what’s going to happen with my car tomorrow. Might end up taking it to the shop =\ Hopefully I won’t be at work all day long. That would be a bummer. I need to figure out what to eat for breakfast, lunch, and a snack just in case I do get stuck there until like 7pm. >.< Possibly oatmeal for BF, eggs for lunch, and chobani for snack? IDK. Anyway, I am tired. I need sleep. Been getting less than 6hrs the past few nights. No bueno. Good night!

05/30/12

In: 1601
Out: 1005
Cost of Living: 1450

Deficit: 854
Water: 3000mL

Ahh wayy too high. But it’s too late to do anything about it now. Will go easy on my workout tomorrow and my morning pancakes will rack up the calories easily. :)) Anyway, I’m super tired. Had a good day. Just exhausted. Good night!