Hey everyone! Happy Wednesday and for any of my Jewish readers, Happy Yom Kippur! My school gets off most Jewish holidays, so no class today!
I’ve mentioned before that I’m having a hard time figuring out fueling for the marathon. I’ve realized I haven’t been eating enough, and then I’ll eat tons of nut butter in the evening to make up for it. Because of this I’ve put on some weight, which I’ve been told is typical of marathon training but nevertheless uncomfortable when it comes to fitting into my jeans…
To help me figure out how I should be eating, I contacted Annette from Enjoy Your Healthy Life. She offers nutrition plans and put a two week eating plan together for me! It includes notes on what I should be eating, as well as 3 meals and 3 snacks every day for 2 weeks.
I want to make it very clear that this plan was made SPECIFC TO ME! That means you should not look at it and think that it would also be perfect for you. Annette looked at my exercise, my dietary restrictions, and a few days worth of my eating habits, along with my other comments and concerns and put the meal plan together so that it is very individualized.
Now that we’ve gotten that disclaimer out of the way, here’s my WIAW! And I sure hope it fits the Fall Into Healthy Habits theme for this this month! Be sure to visit Peas and Crayons to check out the other blogs participating this week!
On Monday after getting up and stretching out (my hamstrings were are so sore from a leg and ab circuit from PB Fingers on Sunday), I made myself some Apple Pie Oats for breakfast:
I had a 50 minute class that morning, but to be honest I was not in a great mood and really didn’t want to go. I was walking to the bus and just kept walking… I went to Starbucks instead and spent the time I would have been at class reviewing the material and taking my own notes. I also saved myself almost 2 hours of commuting time and used that to write yesterday’s post, have a gchat heart to heart with my friend, and do some serious people watching. While I was there I ordered a green tea and had a KIND bar for a snack. I was supposed to have popcorn and almonds, but I’d forgotten to get popcorn at the store the day before.
When it was nearing lunchtime I headed home and eventually made myself a spinach salad with chicken, navy beans, cucumber, feta cheese and a dressing I made out of greek yogurt with some flax milk to thin it out and some dill and lemon pepper seasoning. I had a piece of Udi’s bread with Almond Butter on the side.
I also had a small piece of dark chocolate after to satisfy my sweet tooth.
And yes, I need to paint my nails. Color suggestions?
After lunch I had about an hour to get some more things done and then I headed off to my Girls On The Run practice! I had 4 miles on my training plan so I ran the first 3 to get to the school, and then ran a mile after to complete it so I’d end up right where I had to run some errands. Then I walked a final mile back home. While walking back home I had a Kit’s Organic Bar. I had intended to eat it a little earlier, but I was so busy with practice I forgot about it!
When I got home I showered, hung out a bit and then made a quick dinner: Sweet potato with green beans and chicken that were sautéed in coconut oil. I also used a little salsa as a sauce for everything. It was really good!
For dessert I had protein ice cream and an (un-pictured) piece of Udi’s bread with some almond butter. Like my maple syrup/PB2 sauce swirls? Just for you all.
And there you have it!
That evening my brother also sent a bunch of Molly pictures that he knew I didn’t have. Who doesn’t love a good Molly picture?
Have you ever followed a meal plan created by a nutritionist?
What’s your favorite salad dressing?
I’ve been following ED recovery plans for years and am finally proud to say that I’m not really following one anymore and it feels amazing, but after so much structure, I doubt myself sometimes. I’m never hungry, I feel adequately fueled for running, and I’m not losing weight, so I’m doing it right … but it still makes me nervous!
Your lunch looks FABULOUS!! Well, actually, all of your eats from the day do (beautiful ice cream!) — but the lunch looks especially appealing.
I love Revlon`s Spanish Moss colour (#190)!! It’s a green, but more of an earthy green.
That’s great that you’ve figured it out on your own! I’ve never followed someone else’s plan, so this is interesting for me!
Love that you skipped out on class. Sometimes it’s totally necessary to be a straight up rebel! 🙂
Haha it was SO necessary that day
Sometimes you just need to skip a class or two! Sounds like you were productive doing your own thing. I hope you continue to love your new meal plan. The swirls in the protein ice cream are so pretty; they remind me of those fancy swirls you see in lattes sometimes.
That’s the look I was going for!
Mollie is so cute! That dressing you put together sounds really delicious. I love to make homemade Caesar dressing and homemade vinaigrettes.
Molly is pretty awesome! And I love making greek yogurt dressings!
Did you make the protein ice cream or buy it?! It looks SO good!
I make it! The recipe is from Heather Eats Almond butter: http://heathereatsalmondbutter.com/recipes/protein-ice-cream/
I haven’t but I’ve been thinking about contacting one lately. I’ve gotten into some habits in the last few years that I would really love to talk to a nutritionist about.
it’s definitely worth a try, what we eat is so important to our lives it’s worth spending some money on!
I suggest red nail polish. It’s always my go to 🙂
My parents have threatened me with getting a plan when they thought I wasn’t eating enough. Needless to say I started eating more. Now they want me to visit a nutritionist to help me figure out what I should be eating with all of my food allergies. I understand the benefits, but right now I don’t really want anyone telling me what to eat. I look forward to hearing more about how your plan goes. It sounds like a really positive experience for you so far and maybe it’ll convince me to get one as well!
I definitely understand – I had some SERIOUS anxiety when I got the plan, but I realized I need to just trust and let go. It’s 2 weeks. I can give up 2 weeks of choosing what I want to eat!
this is so great that you found someone to help you with fueling, it is tough when you increase the mileage to know what is best for your fueling. good for you!
I just like balsamic vinegar sauce with EVERYTHING 🙂
I would love to have a nutrition plan put together for me sometime. I think I do an all right job of eating healthfully for me, but honestly I’m not really sure. I’m quite confident I’m getting enough food each day, but I don’t know if my diet is nearly as balanced as it should be/how to fix it if it’s not. I should totally look into getting a plan from Annette sometime.
you really should, it was only $20! That’s like eating out at a restaurant once!
I love those swirls in the ice cream! And all your food looks awesome! 🙂 It’s tough to stick to a plan, but it’s so important to help the body get on track & prepare for the race that you’ve been working so hard on!! You’ve GOT THIS! <3
Thanks Annette! I am sticking to the plan!! I’ve realized I like having it to follow and trust!
That’s so awesome that you’re getting Annette to help you with your meal plan – it looks like she’s doing a great job of it! 😀 I’ve never followed a meal plan before… I think I’m too stubborn to do it haha.
You’re such a rebel for skipping class! 😉 Sometimes I’m tempted to do it too. Especially for classes where I know I could teach myself the material better than the professor can teach it. Those are the worst!
I’ve learned that it’s okay every once in a while, especially such a short class that meets so often!
I’m glad you’re finding something that works for you! It’s always hard to know if you’re fueling yourself correctly and having someone who has experience and knowledge help is very smart!
The swirls in your protein ice cream look so artsy! Haha I love it!
Haha I think I had as much fun making the swirls as I did eating it!
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lol was that to Molly?
Ooh I’m also trying my first ever protein ice cream tonight, though I’m using a cottage cheese base, with a dash of almond milk and 1/2 scoop protein powder. Have you tried using cottage cheese before? thoughts?
I’ve “whipped” cottage cheese by itself but never used it in any other way. I hope it turns out well!
Aww, sweet Molly, and yes, I love your swirls. Reminds me of the fancy designs baristas make in cappuccinos and lattes.
The nails – go for something funky and fallish. Maybe orange? Or chocolate brown is always one of my favorites this time of year.
I like the fall color idea!
Your Wednesday eats look very yummy and balanced. Good luck with the end of your training. Come race day, you will not regret those extra spoonfuls of nut butter you’ve consumed along the way and your jean size will be the furthest thing from your mind as you cross the finish!
Thanks, Allison!! I appreciate that, you are so right!
I started on a meal plan while in recovery – it ended up being the best thing I ever did! While I don’t still follow it (I’ve been at a healthy weight for a few years now) I still follow the basics of it. 5-6 meals a day, balanced meals, lots of veggies.
I love eating 5-6 meals a day!
hi!! i’m actually having the same problem you are. i’m training for a marathon too and have gained some weight due to nut butter binges. 🙁 i know this plan was made specifically for you but i was just wondering if you could give me a rough estimate of how many calories you are eating a day now? i’m just curious. thanks a bunch!!!
I honestly have no idea, I’m trying to steer clear of counting calories for the time being. I know it’s more than I ate before so I’d guess around 2,000 a day
This is great that you sought outside help for this Katie.. plus from an awesome person 🙂 I have been to a few nutritionist but have never actually had a plan given to me. I always declined them when they offered, though I do wonderful how much it could be helpful now? Hmm. I hope this plan works wonders for you!
At first it gave me serious anxiety because it took away my freedom, but I’m actually liking it now. Weirdly I feel more in control and taken care of at the same time… Lol hard to explain. I figured I could give up 2 weeks to give it a try
This may seem silly but what type of chew bone does Molly have? We’ve been searching for a good one and haven’t had any luck. Thanks so much!!
I honestly don’t know, my sister in law bought it at a local pet store and they just have baskets of these and other types. I think it’s rawhide though. The best toy we’ve found are actually antlers. She loves them and they last a really long time.
Kudos for reaching out and getting a nutrition plan! Your eats look delicious. 🙂
As for nail polish recommendations, I’ve been loving Essie’s “Ballet Slipper” lately – it’s super neutral and so chipping it doesn’t look so bad, haha. Also, how did you make that maple syrup swirl?!?! I’m so envious!
That sounds like a pretty color! And I just put PB 2 and syrup on in circles, and then drew lines back and forth with my spoon!
Never followed a meal plan, but I think I will in the near future because I’m kind of having a hard time finding balance on my own and I’m definitely encouraged seeing what you were given to work with.
Have a great week!
It’s scary to give up the control, but I figured it’s only 2 weeks, and I’m so glad I tried it!
Molly is so cute!
I was just a Target and saw that they have Panera’s poppyseed dressing that i love! The whole line is delicious. 🙂
oooo sounds good! I love Target.
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