I’ve Been Eating a Lot of Cake

These Lundberg organic brown rice cakes, that is. Muahah, fooled ya, didn’t I?!  These little babies are so amazing. Gluten free, vegan, organic…

Only 70 calories each, no fat and 1 g of fiber, I just want to give them a big smooch. Even my boyfriend likes these little round food frisbees of delight and that’s sayin’ a lot.  My favorite way to eat them?

With almond butter, of course!  Yes, I have to measure the almond butter — that’s a half tablespoon.  Not gonna lie…I love almond butter so much I’d eat the entire jar in one sitting if I weren’t careful. In fact, I love it so much I’d consider naming a future child “Almond” just to pay respect to that amazing creation.  Child cruelty? I think not!  Can you think of some of your fave foods that would be hilarious as children names?
Shhh, I always lick the spoon.  I won’t tell if you won’t tell.

So, this is the 5th day of the challenge, how do I feel? I’m alright! It takes time to get over recently formed bad habits like midnight snacking and over-doing it here and there food-wise.  And…I almost feel like I need to move away to some isolated island or something.  It gets a tad frustrating because I really don’t like eating out, but I love socializing and most people like to socialize over food and I am just unwilling to put dubious foods in my mouth (which, frankly, is what I feel most restaurants serve…).  Ok, I’ll stop complaining, but have you ever felt that way?

The good news is…my body is already responding in a positive way to how well I’ve been treating it lately.

Jen of Prior Fat Girl and I will be doing our weigh-in on Monday (yikes!) so make sure to check in then!  Tomorrow: another secret weapon up my sleeve…this one really is my favorite and the best lookin’ one too!

Two blog entries I want to share with  you guys:

• “Can You Exercise too Much?” I think we all know the answer, but sometimes we really gotta hear it! (Especially me right now, tryin’ to drop the 10!).
• Insightful entry on getting to the gym when you’re uncomfortable with your appearance.  The article is written by Fat Bridesmaid guest blogging on MizFit’s site. I totally related to this piece.  It took me over 5 years and 150 pounds to feel somewhat comfortable enough to go to the gym.  That, my friends, is LAME. Lame that it took so long to get through the door and lame that I had to wait until I felt “socially acceptable” (or at least more so) to finally do it. Do not let fear of what others think of you prevent  you from using every positive resource you have to accomplish your health and fitness goals! Do whatever it takes to get over it!  Phone a friend while you’re walking in the door or, better yet, bring a friend! Don’t have a friend to call or bring?  Bring a picture of a loved one, a pet, Edward Cullen, whomever or whatever it takes to give you the strength to get your ass through the gym door! (and I’m here! You can always contact me if you need a pep talk!).  Ever felt “gym phobic”?

Start of Random: I put a new page up called “Feeding the Mind.” I have been pleasantly surprised at how many of you have expressed interest in my master’s program and what I’m reading, so I totally want to “lit talk” with you! I put up some of the books I’m currently reading and would love if you’d share your fave books or what you’re reading (or would like to read).  Hey, we all know that mental and intellectual health are just as important as the physical!  End of Random.

BROKEN RECORD ALERT: Did you join the health bandwagon yet? Don’t you want a chance to win Holey Donuts?!

Let me know by 11:59 p.m. TODAY, in the comments section, if you are on board with the “This Ain’t No Freshman 15, This is the Final 10″ Challenge! Tell me 1) what your health-related goal is, 2) how you plan to get there, 3) What you’re going to reward yourself with and 4) What charity you will donate $50 to if you do not reach your goal by 8/1/09.

Have a WONDERFUL Friday!  The boyfriend turns 25 tomorrow, so tonight we’re celebrating like 12-year-olds!  I’ll tell you all about it tomorrow! What are your plans for the weekend?

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