Workout Routine

Day 21 of 30

My workout Routine

My workout routine between January 19th and May 19th is my Piyo and Shakeology Beachbody Challenge.

I recently signed up to become a beachbody coach and I picked this as my Challenge pack. Chalene Johnson (Piyo) is a wonderful motivator and very inspiring.

I usually exercise in the afternoon.  Due to arthritis in my feet and peroneal tendonitis, I have a hard time walking, let alone exercising in the AM.  After walking around a few hours, my tootsie feel much better.

I work part time as a pet sitter/dog walker while in the process of working on a new career and I am usually busiest during lunchtime.  After my pet visits during the day, I come home, have a banana and do my Piyo.  If I haven't gotten my steps in for the day, I usually visit our apartment gym later in the evening around 7PM.  I have to get my steps in!  If I don't, I feel awful the next day.

After my Piyo Challenge, I'm going to try Les Mills PUMP.  If anyone is interested in trying a challenge pack with me, please let me know.  I am loving the beachbody program.  The workouts are hard, but I love that they ALWAYS have someone doing modifications in the videos.  There is also a huge amount of support.

Top Ten Favorite Foods

Day 19 of 31

My Top Ten Favorite Foods

1.  Pizza
2.  Turkey burger ( i don't eat red meat )
3.  Hot, buttery popcorn
4.  Peeps
5.  bananas with peanut butter
6.  banana nut muffins from my local bakery
7.  cucumbers
8.  anything chocolate and mint combined
9.  salted caramel
10.  My Shakeology (specifically the chocolate flavored)

pic courtesty of www.mysanfranciscokitchen.com

My Two Favorite Recipes

My absolute favorite recipe, because I like it and my husband actually likes it.  He is such a PICKY eater!  Grrr!

Weight Watchers Pizza Casserole

I found this recipe at:  Recipe-Diaries

Ingredients from food.com

Servings: 10

Calories 254.3 | Fat: 8.4 g | Carbs: 24.5g | Fiber 1.9 g | Protein 19.7g

Points Plus: 6

1 lb ground lean turkey sausage
1 medium onion , chopped
1 clove garlic , minced
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce
8 ounces rotini pasta , cooked and drained
2 cups shredded reduced fat mozzarella cheese (20 oz)
32 slices of turkey pepperoni

Directions:

1.  Brown ground beef, onion, garlic and seasoning in oil.
2 .Drain.
3.  Stir in pasta, spaghetti sauce and 2 cups cheese.
4. Place mixture in 2 greased 9x13x2 inch baking pans or 4 square pans.
5.  Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella.
6.  Top with pepperoni.
7.  Cover and freeze up to 3 months.
8.  To cook now: Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, until heated through.
9. To bake frozen casserole: Thaw in refrigerator overnight and bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes, till hot.

My second recipe (just for me, because the husband doesn't like seafood) is:

Tin Foil Salmon with Asparagus

Servings:  4

Points Plus:  Appx: 5ish

Calories 207.2g | Fat: 6.4 g | Carbs: 6g | Fiber 2,6 g | Protein 31.6g  (all approximate)

4 sheets aluminum foil, wrap (12-inch by 18-inch)
4 (5 ounce) salmon fillets
1 lb asparagus
1 fresh lemon or lemon juice
fresh ground black pepper
seasoning salt
lemon wedge (to garnish)
Note:  I usually brush a little olive oil on top of fillets
Note:  Sometimes I just bake the salmon and cook green beans separately instead of asparagus)

Directions:

1.  Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2.  Snap the ends off asparagus spears (they will break where tender) and divide into 4 equal portions.
3.  Spray the center of each foil sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
4.  Place one salmon fillet in the center of each sheet, top with a serving of the asparagus and drizzle with lemon juice.
5.  Sprinkle with fresh ground pepper and salt or seasoning blend as desired.
6.  Bring up the sides of foil and fold top over twice.
7.  Seal ends, leaving room for air to circulate inside the packet.
8.  Place packets on a cookie sheet and cook in oven for 15 to 18 minutes or until salmon is opaque.
9.  Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
10.  Please use caution when opening the foil packs, as the steam is very hot.

Things I Collect

Day 14 of 31

What do I collect?

I'm very close to becoming a hoarder.  It could come at any time. I love collecting:

cross stitch kits
cross stitch floss
anything with skulls
plants
anything Disney related (especially the Haunted Mansion)
anything weird or macabre
movie posters
sneakers

The one thing coming between me and a hoarder is that there is a method to the madness.  I have a place for everything.  It may not be the neatest collection, but I'm not blocking hallways or having to climb over boxes to get to the bathroom.  :)

Blog Name Meaning

Day 13

The meaning behind my blog name:

Jana's New Chapter

It is just what it says.  A new chapter, a new chapter of my life.  For so long, I did the same thing over and over again.  I followed the sheep and did what everyone else was.  Finally, I figured out that I wasn't happy with the way my life was going and decided to make some changes.  I didn't want to be overweight anymore, I didn't want to be unhealthy, ashamed of what I looked like, depressed because I got so out of breath doing any physical activity.  So, I changed it.  I'm still working on the next chapter.  I can't wait to see how it ends.

This Girl Can

A friend of mine from my WWsendthelove group posted this video today.  I am absolutely in love with it.  For a long time, I was always worried about my "jiggle" when I exercised.  I could care less now.  We're all in this together and we can do this!

What's in My Fridge

Day 8

What's in My Fridge?  Definitely nothing special

ALOT of condiments!
Minute Maid Juice for my husband
Water bottles galore
Diet Dr. Pepper
Brummel and Brown Yogurt spread
Leftover Chicken Noodle soup
Leftover Buffalo Wings for my husband
WW Cheese
Cottage Cheese
Cucumbers
Lettuce
Grape Tomatoes
Dill
Pizza Sauce
Lemon Juice
Yogurts in the bottom drawer

What do you see/want to see when you look in the mirror

Day Seven:

When I look in the mirror, I see a work in progress.  I used to see an unhappy, depressed, tired woman.  After realizing that I was the only one who could change this outlook, I try to look in the mirror and appreciate who I've become on my healthy living journey.  Of course I still see the imperfections, the double chin, the chubby face, and the pale skin.  However, I've learned to accept these traits and know that they make me who I am.  I also see pretty green eyes, a cute smile, and rosy cheeks.  In a year from now, I'd love to look and be 100 percent happy about my reflection.  But as a work in progress, there's always something that can be improved.

5 Rules for the Game of Life

Someone recently introduced me to Brendon Burchard. I love his enthusiasm and positivity. If you have some time, please take a look and Take Charge!

What's In My Bag

Day 6

What's in my bag!

I usually have a bag full of junk.  I got a cute new bag for Christmas and it's actually clean right now.  So, here's what's in there.

A pen
My wallet
Some tissues (I've had the crud)
My weight watchers calculator (I recently canceled my account and have become a beachbody coach.  But, I'm still counting points)
Pepto Bismol and Dramamine (I have HORRIBLE motion sickness and keep those two meds on me at all times!)

What's in your bag?

My Top Ten Workout Songs

Day Five:
My Top Ten Favorite Workout Songs for now

If you'd like you can follow my faves at the link below on Spotify:

Alt Walking Music 

1.  I'm Only Joking by Kongos

2.  Hysteria by Muse

3.  Yellow Flicker Beat by Lorde

4.  Disparate Youth by Santigold

5.  Default by Django Django

6.  Sleepyhead by Passion Pit

7.  Ways to Go by Grouplove

8.  Get Some by Lykke Li

9.  The City by The 1975

10.  Black Out Days by Phantogram

Why I Started My Weight Loss Journey

Day Four

The main reason I started this journey is to become the healthiest version of myself that I could be.  My family has a host of health issues along with obesity affecting their lives.  There is heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and numerous other health concerns just on one side of my family.  After being diagnosed with PCOS and arthritis in my foot, I decided I didn't want to have to deal with that and the other genetic health issues that so many of my beloved family has to deal with.  After a few set backs, I realized that I needed to fully commit to a brand new healthy lifestyle and not just a diet.  That was a year ago and I haven't looked back yet.  I've lost 75 pounds total and have become the healthiest I have been in a long time.  I'm looking forward to see what I can accomplish in the future.