Disney Rules

So, I'm scared to death of what Disney will do to my fitness/weight loss goals. I like to think I have the strength to insist on working out and eating healthy, but who knows what will actually go down. It's especially hard when I have to unknowns in the form of the twins. How hard will it be to get them back to the hotel in the afternoon for rest time? That's when I plan on doing my workouts, so it's crucial we can pull this off. First order of business is to be completely packed before the kids get out of preschool on Tuesday. This way I get to bed early and wake up at 4 am to workout before our flight (we must leave by 7!). I feel like pulling this off will set the tone for the whole trip. Next I've set up some eating rules to hopefully get me through this week:

1) One desert during the trip - my grandmother's birthday cake!
2) One pancake breakfast - otherwise sticking to eggs, oatmeal or Shakeology
3) No fried foods
4) No bread, with the possible exception of one burger, but only one. No biscuits, no toast, no other bread!
5) Pack healthy snacks and eat them unless presented with an even healthier option (fruit?)
6) No candy
7) Write down everything I eat. I never remember to do this at home, but I have a new plan. If it's not handy to write it down, I'm taking a picture with my phone. Of every single thing that goes into my mouth. (Dammit)
8) Carry water with me at all times and drink at least 64 oz a day, more if I workout (which I will).

I don't remember too many Disney World specifics since I haven't been there in forever, but I do have vague memories of sweet shoppe type establishments. Must not be tempted...

So, that's what I've got so far. Any other tips? I know there will be a lot of walking, so I'm hoping that makes up for the inevitable added calories that eating out every meal will bestow upon me.

I'll let you know how this goes and how successful I am at following my own rules. Wish me luck!

week 1 wrap-up

I know I'm a little late with the latest update, but I promise I've been sticking to the plan! Since I've been tracking calories I've lost 1.5 pounds! I cannot stress this enough: If you want to lose weight, write down everything you eat. Even if you don't count the calories, just write it down. I was really bad yesterday, and since we're taking a day trip to Bryan to visit family, I'm guessing I won't do well today. BUT, I'll be back on track with counting calories on Sunday!! I also strongly endorse a cheat meal each week. Mine will be today! We're baking pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting at my grandmother's house. I'll try to just stick to eating the twins' leftovers!! Pray for me!

Now for a quick wrap up of the last two days. Day 5 (Thursday) was P90X Legs and Back. My kind of workout!! I love squats/lunges and all that. Probably because my legs are the strongest part of my body, so I feel really powerful!! I did pretty well except those damn one-legged wall sits!! I will improve on those! And it didn't really help that my hamstrings were sore from Yoga X.

Day 6 was Turbo Fire 45 (not the EZ). Again I found myself taking more breaks than I remember in the past. This workout is tough! It's probably the hardest of the non-HIIT workouts, except MAYBE Fire 60. There are 3 turbos!! Great music though! My favorite is the recovery with "Boom! I got yo' boyfriend!" I know with each of these workouts I do I'm getting more fit, but man, the journey is hard! I am extra thankful for doing Stretch 10 at the end of the workout. I was sore from Legs and Back, especially my tush and hips. Stretching is awesome for soreness!

Today is rest day!! And, I'm writing this at breakfast with the kids, so I'm being lazy with links and all that. If you ever want to know more about anything I write, just leave me a comment! Or leave me a comment anyway. They make me happy! :) And now I'm off for my rest day road trip!!