Recipe: Santa Fe Mix - High Protein

* Publix Geen Wise Market - Organic Soybeans
1 Whole Can- 15 oz (425 g) - Drained
* Olives Slices
1 Whole Can - 3.8 oz (108 g) - Drained
*Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles
1 Whole Can - 10 oz (283g) - Drained
* Green Giant Mexicorn
1 Whole Can - 11 oz (311g) - Drained
* Red Onion
1 Whole Onion - Chopped
* Taco Dry Seasoning
4 teaspoons
* Lemon Juice
2 teaspoons

Just mix together and store in the fridge!! Use it as a salad topping or a side dish.

Whole Container
Cal 1200
Fat 43.75
Total Carbohydrate 147
Fiber 52
Protein 59
Net Carbs 95

Per Serving Size 6 1/2 Cups

Cal 200
Fat 7
Total Carbohydrate 25
Fiber 9
Protein 10
Net Carbs 16

Goal Range Battle #1 - Mental Breakdown

After my writing my last blog entry, I had a mental breakdown. I was so frustrated with the whole plateau crisis that I felt that I failed myself again. So I walked into the kitchen like a zombie, grab the bread, butter and cheese and made TWO grilled cheese sandwiches. Without any hesitation, I ate both sandwiches and went to bed.

This morning I woke up and realized that it was not a dream. Why did I do that last night?!? I am trying so hard to break free from emotional eating; I can’t afford to have a relapse!! So today I am starting back to the basics with a new agenda.

Nutrition:

Calories: 1300-1400

Carbohydrate : <80 grams

Protein:>50 grams

Exercise: According to online sources, weight control is a daily event which requires daily exercise. I have to start and STICK to the Couch to 5k program!!

Goal Range Battle #1 – 350lb

Since I am closer to my first goal (350lb), I feel that my body is fighting against me. Right now I am stuck at 366/365lbs for the past 3 weeks. In the afternoons, I am walking one mile plus weight training, three times a week. I talked to some friends online and they said I HAVE to step it up on my exercising. Call me crazy, but sometimes I have a fear of exercising, especially running. I don’t get any satisfaction from working-out, unlike eating food. But like my husband always said, “excuses are like assholes, everyone has one”. With my next workout, I am going to focus on increasing my cardio.

People from Lapbandtalk.com suggested the “bodybugg tool” from 24fitness.com. It cost $175.00 with free shipping. PLUS there is a monthly fee of $9.95!! I really feel that I spent enough money with this lapband, so for right now, no-no to the bodybugg tool.

I have been fighting this battle for way too long (since 2006). It is time to crush the enemy!!

8th Fill

Just had my 8th Fill today. Again, it was only .6 cc, totaling 9.8 cc. According to their scale my weight is 368.8 lbs. I have lost 7.8 lbs in 35 days!! My average calorie intake is around 1700-1800 per day. She said I need to lower my calorie intake to an average of 1300-1400 per day. My carbs should be under 75 grams. I really don't count calories, but on a good day, I do watch out on my carbs. So for the rest of the day, I am eating refried beans...(not low carb..hehe).

Couch to 5k Podcast Link

The C25K program at Cool Running
These are the guys who started all this. The first place to visit to give you all the background, plus a copy of the program. In addition to the free, printable version of the plan, you can keep track of your progress online using the ActiveTrainer training log. Note there is a cost for the training log.

Podcasts:
These free, varied-BPM workout music mixes for runners, joggers, and power walkers at all levels are designed to build endurance and improve overall conditioning.
http://gonicoleyourself.blogspot.com/2008/06/couch-to-5k-podcast-page.html - Pop/Hip-hop
http://www.djsteveboy.com/intervals.html - Trance/Drum & Base


Personal Note: Week 1 is NO joke!! I can barely run 10 secs. I will not give up.