Donna’s Fatloss blog Day 37

Donna’s Fatloss blog Day 37

The heat I applied last night helped ease back pain a bit, but it still feels tight and sore and my movements are somewhat restricted. It's upsetting not being able to get through a full workout so close to goal, plus I need more practice, not less, for my dance performance in 4 weeks. Hoping more heat and simple stretches will do the trick, otherwise, it's off to the doctor's office. I did attempt a few more exercises this morning, but I was done in by the toe tappers.

Tomorrow's another birthday celebration at work, but I'm prepared because it's also smoothie day! I'm really going to make these smoothies part of my regular eating plan. I found recipes online for other healthy variations using pineapple, mango and other fruits. For me at least, I'm liking these better than McDonald's shakes (plus I skip all the calories and chemicals).

Workout
Cardio

5 minutes of fast walking
5 sets of intervals: 3 min fast walking; 3 min slow

Strength
Clean and Jerk: 3 lbs x 7 (slowly)
Alternating lunge, no rotation: 3lbs x 6
Dumbbell bench press on stability ball: 5lbs x 16
Front dual dumbbell raise: 5lbs x 15
Toe tappers: (started out doing 3 points then switched back to 2 points): did 7 right leg, but only 4 left leg before I had to stop

Nutrition

Breakfast – 9:00 am
1/2 c.whole oat flakes w/ground flax seed, sliced almonds, dried cranberries and cinnamon

Morning snack – 11:40 am

Shake made with ½ scoop whey protein powder, 1 c. almond milk, ½ banana, and ½ c. frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries)

Lunch – 1:50 pm
Spinach salad with ½ sliced grilled chicken breast, mushrooms and olive oil & lemon dressing

Afternoon snack - skipped because I was still full from lunch.

Dinner – 6:15 pm
Stir-fry made with 2 cups broccoli, mushrooms, cabbage, celery, and spinach and 3 oz grilled chicken breast

Water intake - 2 liters