I fell off of the bandwagon the other night and had huge piece of chocolate cake. It was a weak moment for which I disappointed myself in doing. Regardless, I should be so hard on myself and should just learn to get back up when I fall and keep on trekking through. I haven't 'relapsed' since then so I will just focus on the positive. Life is full of disappointments lately and lots hurdles that I feel might be taking a toll on me. This increased stress and frustration is tempting me to throw it all away, but I will instead focus on small goals that I've reached and will also introspect and reflect on the what-ifs/consequences of my actions. I will attempt to not pay too much attention on all of the negative taking place. I am down about 3.5 pounds since I started. I should probably quit comparing this reboot to my previous one, but last time by this time I had lost about 13 pounds. Then again, I didn't indulge in chocolate cake or wine.
I feel big changes are on the horizon for my life, and with God's grace I am confident I will be able to overcome them. Sometimes we need to close one chapter of our life before a new one can begin.
That is all for today.
UPDATE: I'm irritable today.
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
Trekking through Mud
Trekking through Mud
I seem to be having a hard time today as far as letting my mind wander to food. Compared to my previous reboot, I feel like I am struggling with controlling my thoughts. Although I am having a wide variation of different juice flavors that I've been drinking, I am still not feeling satisfied.
I had the below for my AM juice which I sipped on approximately 8 oz which I poured over ice and alternated between water and mint tea.
I had some Mean Green that I hadn't finished yesterday, so I drank about 6 oz during lunch.
I'm really looking forward to this juice, as it is a new one to my regime and the sweet potatoes give it a savory flavor! I'm sure this one will help keep me a little more full.
This one, I drank for the remainder of the morning and into the afternoon. I also had another 6-8 oz which I poured over ice.
I had some Mean Green that I hadn't finished yesterday, so I drank about 6 oz during lunch.
I'll most likely drink 16 oz of this throughout the afternoon at work and into the evening.
I don't know why I am feeling so groggy today considering I went to bed so early last night. I'm sure my post-work jog will help reanimate me. I don't know why I'm be affected by soo much food temptation this go-around of juice reboot. At work, my coworkers were talking about food. Another one, brought food and I had to go into her office for something and it smelled so good. Then, radio and TV commercials are all food-related. I've been watching movies on Netflix to help persuade me to keep up the good work. On Sunday I watched Forks Over Knives. It was eye-opening to say the least. Last night I started to watch Hungry For Change again. I know that by bringing to light the reality of our food industry in America, some parts will stick in my mind and it will help ease the temptation of eating unhealthy foods.
I'm staying positive, trying not to pay too much attention to my cravings all while pushing forward slowly. For now, I will end my griping and get back to going onward and upward.
Monday, August 3, 2015
Juicing with a Goal in Mind
Juicing with a Goal in Mind
Healthy Choices to Habits...
It's been almost a month since my last juice detox (aka reboot). Since then I have continually been monitoring what I put into my body, and how I metabolize what I intake. For instance, during the normal work week, at lunch time, I would have salads, or make wraps with collard green leaves, cabbage leaves, or lettuce leaves. I've still been avoiding eating tortillas, which can be somewhat difficult in a Hispanic household where the chef cooks mouth-watering meals usually to be accompanied with tortillas. Regardless, I've held my ground and have instead substituted with the leafy greens which seem to work fairly well.
Aside from remaining conscious of what I'm eating, I have also continued to be active. During my June reboot, I had been taking my dogs out for long walks and even did a few Focus T25 workout video sessions. Now, for the past 3 weeks, I have been walking/jogging on and off for anywhere from 3-6 miles. I've actually started looking forward to my daily walk. It gives me a chance to unwind after a long day at the office. I hope to continue being active in the long term.
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| Juices for the next 10 days |
New Goals
I started a new reboot this week. This time I've incorporated some new recipes into my regime to help give my palate a variety of new flavors. I think a new favorite is sweet potato juice which was surprisingly tasty. Even though it was raining today, I went for a run. It was perfect weather for it. I do feel a little groggy, but I think that's due to my going to bed late last night because I was preparing juices. This go-around I hope to be able to drop another 15-20 pounds. As of this morning I weighed in at 222 pounds. That means since my last reboot, I have been able to keep 24 pounds off! That's sensational! Now if I can lose another 15-20 pounds before going on my trip next month, I will ecstatic. I haven't weighed less than 200 since high school, and if I can get there, I will be uber-pleased. Especially if I am able to get there before going to my vacation to Miami on the 26.
22 More days until my vacation to Miami!!
It's been a long and busy Monday. I will be calling it a night and will attempt to post tomorrow, if not then on day 3, Wednesday. Happy Juicing all!
Thursday, July 30, 2015
Friday, June 26, 2015
Round 2 . . .
In efforts to continue a more health-conscious mindset and lifestyle, I've decided to go ahead and do another Juice Reboot. However this time, I'm not going to claim it a Reboot as that hints at temporary task. I've decided to embark on another journey, hopefully this one lasting a little longer. My motivation still continues to be my upcoming trip to Miami. Even more so than that, my motivation is now something even greater than that; it's for ME. Since I ended my previous reboot last weekend, I've still very conscious as to what I am putting into my body. I've had mainly juice since then, and an occasional meal since but still straying from breads, sugars, coffee, sodas, and processed foods. Now, I can't say I've been 100% free of those, since I had some grilled cheese the other day. I gave into temptation, but I quickly felt horrible for it--both physically ill and morally bruised. I just had to accept the downfall and get right back up. I am not being as strict with myself as I had been on my Reboot either. This time, I am allowing myself the leniency of eating light snacks as long as I innately promise to exercise it off later. So far, it's seemed to work okay for the most part.
I weighed myself a couple of days ago, and little to my surprise I am still sans the 20 pounds that I had lost from last week. I have since then continued my walks, but this time including periods of running. I convinced my neighbor to join me in exercising: we will begin a video workout session tonight. We are going to try and tackle a workout regime of Focus T25. Supposedly according to the tiresome advertisements, it only takes 25 minutes a day to be able to see the results in as little as the first month. (Check out this independent review from https://www.lifestyleupdated.com/focus-t25-review/ ).
We'll see how the progress advances. I am looking forward to the challenge and even more so to the results. Wish me luck!
The below was my juicing preparations from the other night. It should take me into 4 days, but I had plenty leftover if I want to juice it as well or even make healthy eating choices.
I weighed myself a couple of days ago, and little to my surprise I am still sans the 20 pounds that I had lost from last week. I have since then continued my walks, but this time including periods of running. I convinced my neighbor to join me in exercising: we will begin a video workout session tonight. We are going to try and tackle a workout regime of Focus T25. Supposedly according to the tiresome advertisements, it only takes 25 minutes a day to be able to see the results in as little as the first month. (Check out this independent review from https://www.lifestyleupdated.com/focus-t25-review/ ).
We'll see how the progress advances. I am looking forward to the challenge and even more so to the results. Wish me luck!
The below was my juicing preparations from the other night. It should take me into 4 days, but I had plenty leftover if I want to juice it as well or even make healthy eating choices.
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
End of a Journey, Beginning of a Lifestyle.
End of a Journey, Beginning of a Lifestyle.
I ended my reboot over the weekend. This journey started out as a detox, and ended up being an exercise of will power and determination. By the end, I experienced increased energy levels, clearer skin, and even ended up losing 21 pounds. That seemed to me a little drastic to lose in one week, but I also know I put in a lot of crud into my body. It was a wonderful reboot with a resounding impact on my health. Since then, I haven't resumed eating unhealthily normal. I have still steered clear from my second love of coffee (my first being cookies). No sodas, and also a significant cut back on breads and carbs in general. I have incorporated juices into my normal regime. I had a tasty carrot, orange, grapefruit, and lemon juice this morning and afternoon. Last night I went to a steakhouse for dinner. I would have usually binged on something unhealthy, buy my new healthy-focused self ordered the salad bar and water. It was still wonderful, and I even treated myself to some banana pudding. Overall, I refuse to simply abandon my juicing mentality and instead plan on incorporating juices, healthier choices, and at least walking into a part of my life. Thank you for taking the time to read my post, and I look forward to future reboots alongside others in the Reboot with Joe Community!
Friday, June 19, 2015
Day 5 - Piece of ca. . . Kale
Juicing Journal
Day 5
I feel like now that I am over the hump of the most challenging days of three and four, I am capable of going further than I had anticipated. I woke up this morning feeling more energetic than usual. I even feel like I have a little pep to my step. Last night I made a few juices to get me into the weekend. I hadn't juiced since my bulk juice night on Sunday when I prepared juices and froze them until I needed them for this week. I'm still prolonging my juice intake to one in the morning so far today, and one in the afternoon, and possibly another one or two in the evening. I'm actually having single servings ( as far as the recipes specified) and sticking to those. I'm not limiting myself per se, I am just not indulging on any excessive hunger or temptations. Whereas in my previous Reboots I would have drank two or three juices in the morning alone, I am alternating between sipping my juice, drinking plenty of water, and also incorporating hot teas into my juicing regime.
The wonders of hot teas. . . Besides the fact that hot natural teas contain antioxidants, they also help to keep you feeling less hungry.
I think the most apparent change I feel is that I am definitely feeling more energetic (besides having stayed up until midnight watching a movie). I see my skin isn't oily and I also feel like my teeth may even be a little whiter. These 5 days have been a great rejuvenation for my body. I don't feel like I've struggled too much with giving into temptation or even getting any cravings. In prior Reboots, I will never forget I also had one particular unhealthy food I was craving throughout. Whether that was a big, juicy loaded hamburger with the works, or a large, New York style greasy and cheesy slice of pizza. One thing I know about myself, regardless of state of diet; I love cookies. Any type, and flavor, and any time. But I've been incredibly tame with not even darting an eye at the box of cookies in my desk drawer at work. I was even able to converse with my family while they were having dinner and there I was with my juices.
My motivation right now, besides seeing the results of weigh-in night at the end of Day Three , I am also feeling motivated to follow through with a healthier than normal lifestyle because in a couple months my other half and I are going on a vacation to Miami! This will be a great opportunity to work up to until then.
I've come to find out that my 'Zombie's, Run!' game was only a taste of the paid app, so I am going to give in and purchase it for the sake of continuing my zombie missions. It honestly has been a very enticing method to get me to go on my 5 mile walks/runs everyday.
Least/Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Most/Best
Energy 8
Hunger 3
Anxiety 3
Focus 7
Weight To be revealed at the end of Today, Day 5.
Day 5
I feel like now that I am over the hump of the most challenging days of three and four, I am capable of going further than I had anticipated. I woke up this morning feeling more energetic than usual. I even feel like I have a little pep to my step. Last night I made a few juices to get me into the weekend. I hadn't juiced since my bulk juice night on Sunday when I prepared juices and froze them until I needed them for this week. I'm still prolonging my juice intake to one in the morning so far today, and one in the afternoon, and possibly another one or two in the evening. I'm actually having single servings ( as far as the recipes specified) and sticking to those. I'm not limiting myself per se, I am just not indulging on any excessive hunger or temptations. Whereas in my previous Reboots I would have drank two or three juices in the morning alone, I am alternating between sipping my juice, drinking plenty of water, and also incorporating hot teas into my juicing regime.
The wonders of hot teas. . . Besides the fact that hot natural teas contain antioxidants, they also help to keep you feeling less hungry.
I think the most apparent change I feel is that I am definitely feeling more energetic (besides having stayed up until midnight watching a movie). I see my skin isn't oily and I also feel like my teeth may even be a little whiter. These 5 days have been a great rejuvenation for my body. I don't feel like I've struggled too much with giving into temptation or even getting any cravings. In prior Reboots, I will never forget I also had one particular unhealthy food I was craving throughout. Whether that was a big, juicy loaded hamburger with the works, or a large, New York style greasy and cheesy slice of pizza. One thing I know about myself, regardless of state of diet; I love cookies. Any type, and flavor, and any time. But I've been incredibly tame with not even darting an eye at the box of cookies in my desk drawer at work. I was even able to converse with my family while they were having dinner and there I was with my juices.
My motivation right now, besides seeing the results of weigh-in night at the end of Day Three , I am also feeling motivated to follow through with a healthier than normal lifestyle because in a couple months my other half and I are going on a vacation to Miami! This will be a great opportunity to work up to until then.
I've come to find out that my 'Zombie's, Run!' game was only a taste of the paid app, so I am going to give in and purchase it for the sake of continuing my zombie missions. It honestly has been a very enticing method to get me to go on my 5 mile walks/runs everyday.
Least/Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Most/Best
Energy 8
Hunger 3
Anxiety 3
Focus 7
Weight To be revealed at the end of Today, Day 5.
Thursday, June 18, 2015
New Recipes to try!!
The below are some new juice recipes to try. They all sound very enticing. They were all found at: http://www.rebootwithjoe.com/category/juice/
Previously to this Reboot, I had found the majority of my recipes (of which I only drank a selected handful) at http://blog.williams-sonoma.com/30-days-of-juicing/ .
Previously to this Reboot, I had found the majority of my recipes (of which I only drank a selected handful) at http://blog.williams-sonoma.com/30-days-of-juicing/ .
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Day 3 and Weigh In
Day 3
Juicing Journal
Today I was incredibly tired. I immediately assumed it was attributed to the juicing, but after careful consideration I discovered the true culprit to my fatigue is that fact that I've been walking 5 miles everyday since juicing. I know it doesn't sound like much, but it's apparently taking its toll on me.
This round of Juice Reboot I haven't been drinking as many juices as I had in previous Reboots. Previously, I would've drank 2 jars, 12 ounces each, in the morning before noon. Then I would have had another jar in the afternoon, and another one and a half in the evening.
This time, I had one this morning, and one in the afternoon, and so far I am finishing off my final one after my evening walk.
Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Energy Levels 4
Hunger 7
Anxiety 7
Weight.....
I first weighed myself on the night before juicing. Now mind you, I had been gorging all weekend long. That night I weighed 245. Today I weighed myself, and I weighed 224. Wow!! Although this fatigue was somewhat getting to me, not so much any temptations, that whopping 21 pound difference is enough to motivate me to push forward. I will update further tomorrow.
P.S. Tonight's Zombie mission included an child and maybe hints of a zombie child. . . Awesome.
Juicing Journal
Today I was incredibly tired. I immediately assumed it was attributed to the juicing, but after careful consideration I discovered the true culprit to my fatigue is that fact that I've been walking 5 miles everyday since juicing. I know it doesn't sound like much, but it's apparently taking its toll on me.
This round of Juice Reboot I haven't been drinking as many juices as I had in previous Reboots. Previously, I would've drank 2 jars, 12 ounces each, in the morning before noon. Then I would have had another jar in the afternoon, and another one and a half in the evening.
This time, I had one this morning, and one in the afternoon, and so far I am finishing off my final one after my evening walk.
Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Energy Levels 4
Hunger 7
Anxiety 7
Weight.....
I first weighed myself on the night before juicing. Now mind you, I had been gorging all weekend long. That night I weighed 245. Today I weighed myself, and I weighed 224. Wow!! Although this fatigue was somewhat getting to me, not so much any temptations, that whopping 21 pound difference is enough to motivate me to push forward. I will update further tomorrow.
P.S. Tonight's Zombie mission included an child and maybe hints of a zombie child. . . Awesome.
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
Zombies, Run! with Ever
This evening Ever decided to join me for a run. It was the perfect night for a stroll, and the dogs really thought so as well. I worked on my third Zombie mission while our (Ever and my) fuzzy friends got to blow off some of their excess energy.
It's great being able to see and track your progress within the game. We'll see what tomorrow has in store.
Day 2
Juice Journal Day 2:
Day 2 and I feel I'm still going strong. I haven't exactly given myself a time frame for this Juice Reboot, but I'm aiming for at least a week. So far, I am anticipating the detox symptoms of headaches and grogginess. Yesterday after work, I avoided being around the dinner table by taking my dogs out for a 5 mile walk/run. We were chasing zombies.
Side note: Check out Zombies, Run! application from the Google PlayStore. It's an innovative and fun way to motivate you into working out. You'll be glad you did.
Today's menu is
and of course my Mean Green in the afternoon
Typically I'll have about 24 ounces of morning juice through out the morning and then the same for the afternoon juices. I don't find it helpful if I actually sit down and have a 'meal'. I have to be able to sip on it all day so I won't feel too compelled to think about food. I go back and forth between juice and water all day--causing me to make frequent trips to the restroom. I also have natural hot teas to help with my feening for coffee. It helps subdue my desire for my multiple daily cups of caffeinated elixir.
Currently my energy levels are still recuperating from my pre-juicing partying this past weekend. On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being the worst I rate the following:
Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Energy Level Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Hunger Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Anxiety Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Grogginess Worst 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Best
Weight
Monday, June 15, 2015
Day 1
Juicing Journal Day 1:
I am incredibly exhausted. I only got a few hours of sleep last night so it’s going to be a tough day for me. Luckily I prepared 4 days worth of juices ahead of time so I won’t be too consumed of time making them. I think the most difficult thing for me is going to be COFFEE! So I am substituting tea, hoping it jolts me awake at any moment. When I went for the ingredients I was going off the top of my head so I didn’t get too much variety for veggi juices besides plenty of mean green. I’ll have to find a way to mix it up.
This is what's left over from my AM juice and now getting ready for Mean Green for the PM.
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