Ever since my weigh in on Saturday, I’ve felt the “switch.” My brother and I know this very well. The switch is either on or off – off meaning you are half heartedly working towards your goals, whereas when the switch is on – watch out! The only problem is that you never know when the switch is going to go into the off position, so I am going to ride out my switch being on for as long as I can.
I was so proud of myself on Monday. Not only a month ago, if I knew I was going to have a 20 point lunch, I would have said “fuck it” and had a cheat day the whole day long, telling myself “tomorrow I’ll get back on!” But I balanced that high point lunch with a light breakfast and dinner, and I didn’t feel guilty one bit about eating that delicious burger and fries.
I had the last of my copycat sous vide bites for breakfast – this time adding 1/2 ounce of colby jack cheese on top, so this plate was 3 points.
I was solo on my walk yesterday – it was another gorgeous day in Chicago – 78 degrees and sunny. #love
If you watched my Instastory over the weekend, you’ll know that I scored a 2 1/2 pound package of assorted pork chops for $1.38. I trimmed the fat, cut the meat off the bone in bite size pieces, and did a quick sear in my cast iron skillet then finished it off with Code 3 Spices Patriot Sauce. I love this BBQ sauce because its not only delicious, but 2 tablespoons is only 1 smart point.
I had the idea of making pork lettuce cups, and when I saw that my dill pickle jar was nearly empty, I peeled carrots and brined them in that pickle juice – instant pickled veggies! I had 1/4 cup rice a roni mixed with the pork, so this plate was 6 points and kept me really full.
And I basically use Everything But the Bagel Seasoning on anything I can. š
I spent $39 on groceries last week – nice! As I hate to waste food though, I decided to use the second half of my burger to make beef and bean tacos. Best idea evah.
I mixed the 3 ounces of leftover burger with 1/2 cup of black beans and taco seasoning.
The secret to my crunchy tacos? Lots of Pam spray! I know, every time I post this on Instagram, I get a minimum of 50 direct messages telling me that Pam is bad for me. I am fine using it, but I thank you for your concern. š
Each taco was 3 points each. I thought for sure I’d eat all of them, but I was full after two. And I was also going to the gym and didn’t want to shit my pants. #goals
Note to self: I am almost out of pickled jalapenos!
And off to the gym I went! Fake it til you make it, no?
For having a desk job, I have to admit I am impressed with how many steps I got in yesterday.
It is true, all the little steps add up to big results. The walking back and forth from the train station to my office – taking the stairs to my bosses office on another floor every.single.time – hitting the gym after a long day. Baby steps will eventually get you to your goal.
Should, would, could . . .DID!
Happy Wednesday friends – make it a great day!
Love the T shirt!
#goals Ah, you kill me! Long time reader who has commented like twice, but I love how you keep it real. I too consume cooking spray and aspire to not shart at the gym.
Thanks for following along with my journey!! I know there are thousands that read and never comment, so it’s always nice to say hello! š
Hugs!
I’m very impressed with all the steps you get in everyday Biz! That’s why I like to read your blog everyday bc you keep it real with everything you do! Your going to the gym, you eat healthy and you have a positive attitude! I’m routing for you as well as all your followers!
I’m also curious in how you brined your carrots. I’m thinking other veggies would work for that as well. Will you please tell…share? Thanks.
You have a great day!
I always have a near empty jar of pickles in my fridge – I love them so! I am a dill pickle person, so when I get to the end of a pickle jar, I’ll throw peeled carrots, garlic cloves, cucumber slices – right in the pickle jar – they last for weeks! š
Have you tried Trader Joe’s coconut oil spray? Works the same way as Pam, and I’m pretty sure the points would be similar?
I haven’t!! I need to check that out – thanks! I have a TJ’s grocery shop run this weekend too – I’ll add it to the list š
You should be proud of yourself everyday. You do an accomplish so much each day. I always feel like a lazy bum when I don’t cook a homemade meal at night. I just cop out because I am tired, hangry and didn’t eat lunch that day so I want something NOW! But you get home so late at times and still manage to make not only a home cooked meal but usually something healthy and delicious. Your lettuce wraps are so pretty and those tacos,mmmm, I’m drooling!