Good Morning!
Happy Monday!
I know, I know Monday's are just NOT that fabulous so let's just try and focus on how amazing that morning coffee is instead...
mmm...
So... good...
Okay, I'm back!
Let's recap my sweaty weekend <3
Both Saturday and Sunday's WOD's were quite intense.
The best part of my workouts?
I was able to actually track my HR and caloric burn!
I won the new Polar USA, RCX3 model over twitter a few months ago but, have been having a few issues with the watch. I finally remembered decided to call Polar up to see if they can figure out what was going on. Turns out the service center was around the corner from my job so, I was able to drop it off and have it fixed all in the same day! I love convenience!! Apparently my watch had quite a few issues so they just gave me a brand new one! I was SO excited to finally be able to use my watch on a daily basis :).
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| Polar RCX3 |
Saturday:
Every once in a while I decide to have these crazy, long sessions at my gym on Saturday mornings. This only technically happens when one of the instructors at the gym teaches the 9a.m. class. Like I've said in my previous post, Strength Training... I do not skip any of my favorite classes if I can help it (it's a problem ;) ). I like to take a class at 7:30 a.m. (30min. class) regardless, so I decided to just stay until the 9a.m. class, no big deal!
My morning sweat went a little bit like this:
7 a.m. - 10 min warm up on the treadmill
7:25 - 8:00 a.m. - Class: Utilizing a 25lb plate and 8lb weights
(High Impact Circuits)
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. - Shoulders & Back - I recently started strength training a little bit more seriously.
8:30 - 8:45 a.m. - Incline Walking
9:00 - 10:15 a.m. - Class
(High impact cardio and weight blocks)
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One Serious BURN!
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| Sweaty Mess |
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| One Crazy Burn! |
After a burn like that, the refuel afterwards is so, SO enjoyable... right?
Commence...
Recipe TIME!
My new kick?
Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancakes!
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| Apple Cinnamon Protein Pancake |
Ingredients:
1 Small Apple
1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein
3 Egg Whites
Cinnamon
Stevia
Laughing Cow Cinnamon Cream Cheese
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| Laughing Cow Cinnamon Cream Cheese |
Directions:
First, chop up the apple and place it in a bowl. Add a sprinkle of water and cover the bowl (I used a plastic bag), microwave for about 45 seconds or until you see the apple soften. Drain the water and smash the apple. Once the apple is properly smashed, add the protein, eggs, and as much cinnamon and stevia that you like. Cook in a pan like how you would normally make pancakes. Once the pancake is ready, add your wedge of Laughing Cow Cinnamon Cream cheese and enjoy!
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Sunday:
Obviously I began my Sunday with my usual obsession: Abs & Arms, followed by Cardio Kickboxing. It was an intense class as always! I'm not quite sure why my burn wasn't as high as it usually gets but I can't be unhappy with a 90min. sweat session that kicked my booty!
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| 90 Min. Sweat Proof |
After my morning workout, I basically just vegged out on the couch for the rest of the morning. Once I felt like I was able to get my body moving again (knowing that I still had to complete my half marathon training run for the day), I was up and out the door by 1 p.m.. I had 6 miles scheduled for this past weekend so that was what was on my mind to complete! It wasn't the easiest gaining the energy to get moving especially, after my morning workout but... I did it!! I will recap my run in more detail on my Half Marathon Training Recap Post (Every Wednesday).
Overall, I would say that it was a pretty productive day, sweat wise :).
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| Sunday Sweat |
Meal Prep:
My Sunday or any other Sunday wouldn't be complete without my weekly meal prep! I have 5 lunches, 3 dinners and a few small meals pictured below:
On the menu this week: |
| Sunday Meal Prep |
M1: Protein Shake (Protein Powder/ 1/2 Banana/ Unsweetened Almond Milk)
M2: Serving of Raw Almonds and 6oz of Plain Greek Yogurt
M3: 4oz Salmon/ 1/2 Sweet Potato and Veggies (Butternut Squash and Asparagus for this week)
M4: Apple and 2tbsp of PB
M5: Hard Boiled Egg (Pre-Workout Fuel)
M6: Tilapia and Veggies
I love setting myself up for success!!
I'm actually supposed to go out for Sushi today for lunch so, I may have one left over lunch!
Any takers?
haha
Have a fabulous Monday!!!
I love me a protein pancake!
ReplyDeleteProtein pancakes are where it's at ;)
ReplyDeleteYou inspired me to not just use leftovers and cooked chicken breasts so I made some tilapia, half a sweet potato, and veggies for the next two days!
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