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  • lolabugs
    lolabugs Posts: 141
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N (I did 80 min. on the treadmill but had to rush to meet my friends for dinner. Tomorrow will be better!)
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 0/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • she_elf
    she_elf Posts: 108
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 100 ~ New Recipe: Y - Fresh Veggie linguine w/ chicken
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: Y - Mozzarella falafel, garlic aioli, low fat onion rings
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 150/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 4/2

    Mozzarella Falafel: http://pocketsizedsam.blogspot.com/2011/03/mozzarella-for-lafell.html
    This was amazing! I cannot wait to fry up some of the leftover balls tomorrow for lunch!! I would MOST DEFINITELY make these again.
    I ate them on a whole wheat tortilla with some lettuce and garlic aioli. It was so good. My boyfriend ate them plain, dipped in a little bit of spicy mustard. I tried a bite of that, and it tasted almost like a corn dog (really, really yummy!)

    Garlic Aioli: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/02/baked-seasoned-fries-with-skinny-garlic.html#more
    This was really good, too. I would recommend chopping the garlic up into little bits before crushing it--I tried crushing it in a garlic press, and ended up with huge chunks of garlic in the sauce. It went really well with the falafel--and I cant wait to try it with some fries.

    Low-Fat Onion Rings: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/03/low-fat-baked-onion-rings.html
    These were.... alright. They'd be fine in a pinch when you're watching fat/cals, but really don't compare to actual onion rings. The breading didn't stick well, and they were overall a little disappointing. I might make them again, but only if I'm terribly desperate for onion rings.
  • TeamLeela
    TeamLeela Posts: 3,302
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 50/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • pjfmaui73
    pjfmaui73 Posts: 408
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 70 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 70/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • caitlinlws
    caitlinlws Posts: 401 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 45 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 95/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 55 and 30 leg raises but I won't count them ~ New Recipe: Yes- Homemade Protein oat bars... let me know if I should post it.
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 00 ~ New Recipe: no
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 55/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 1/2
    Moving day is Saturday. Circuits are planned for tomorrow and Thursday. As for the recipe... Maybe I will try something new for dinner Thursday before everything is packed up haha. ;)
  • lolabugs
    lolabugs Posts: 141
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N (I did 80 min. on the treadmill but had to rush to meet my friends for dinner. Tomorrow will be better!)
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 90/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • lolabugs
    lolabugs Posts: 141
    I'd love the recipe for your protein oat bars!
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    I'd love the recipe for your protein oat bars!

    I posted the link above. :-D and I mentioned the modifications I made.
  • loveme445
    loveme445 Posts: 2,439 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Y Lemon-Honey Glazed Chicken
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 105 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 105/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 1/2
  • Steph_135
    Steph_135 Posts: 3,280 Member
    Thanks for all the recipes and links!! I'll have to go on an online recipe adventure later!
    while we are talking about recipes, does anybody have any quick and simple ones I could try? (think sort of picky eater + college student on a tight schedule...doesn't make it easy for me haha)
    If you enjoy cold soups (this is especially great for summer) I love this recipe:

    Creamy Carrot Ginger Soup

    1.5 cups carrot juice
    1/2 avocado
    1/4 cup coconut meat (optional)
    1/4 c lime juice
    1 Tbsp agave nectar
    1/2 Tbsp minced ginger
    1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
    1/8 sea salt
    cilantro (for garnish)

    Step one: Puree all ingredients until smooth. :wink: ENJOY!

    My notes:
    - Agave nectar is like honey
    - I use dry powdered ginger (the spice) instead of the root
    - Use less cayenne if you don't like hot things
    - I use Himalayan salt
    - I don't use the coconut meat or lime juice
    - To make it quick, you can buy carrot juice (I love the Bolthouse Farms carrot juice!!), and use that!
  • Steph_135
    Steph_135 Posts: 3,280 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Yes
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 68 ~ New Recipe: Yes
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 68/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 2/2
  • TacoGibbons
    TacoGibbons Posts: 136 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 85/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2

    I didn't really try anything super new last night, I used the ingredients I normally do but in a new combination and with some new seasoning. It was a darn good low-cal meal that I'm gonna make again. Just thought I would share:

    In a olive-oil cooking spray coated pan combine 12 (thin) asparagus and 2-3 cups of swiss chard on medium high heat. Add 2 crushed garlic cloves and a splash of balsamic vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder and a dash of ginger powder. Cook until browned--or however you like your veggies. In a second pan or the same one cook an egg--over medium, poached, sunny side up...whatever your preference.

    Top 1/4 cup of white or brown rice with asparagus, chard and egg. Top with 2 tablespoons of fresh shaved parmasean, pepper and sriracha. Devour.

    Mmm, mmm!!
  • TacoGibbons
    TacoGibbons Posts: 136 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 100 ~ New Recipe: Y - Fresh Veggie linguine w/ chicken
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: Y - Mozzarella falafel, garlic aioli, low fat onion rings
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 150/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 4/2

    Mozzarella Falafel: http://pocketsizedsam.blogspot.com/2011/03/mozzarella-for-lafell.html
    This was amazing! I cannot wait to fry up some of the leftover balls tomorrow for lunch!! I would MOST DEFINITELY make these again.
    I ate them on a whole wheat tortilla with some lettuce and garlic aioli. It was so good. My boyfriend ate them plain, dipped in a little bit of spicy mustard. I tried a bite of that, and it tasted almost like a corn dog (really, really yummy!)

    Garlic Aioli: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/02/baked-seasoned-fries-with-skinny-garlic.html#more
    This was really good, too. I would recommend chopping the garlic up into little bits before crushing it--I tried crushing it in a garlic press, and ended up with huge chunks of garlic in the sauce. It went really well with the falafel--and I cant wait to try it with some fries.

    Low-Fat Onion Rings: http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/03/low-fat-baked-onion-rings.html
    These were.... alright. They'd be fine in a pinch when you're watching fat/cals, but really don't compare to actual onion rings. The breading didn't stick well, and they were overall a little disappointing. I might make them again, but only if I'm terribly desperate for onion rings.

    ommmmmgggg I want to try all of this. sounds amazing...thanks!!!

    BUMP
  • caitlinlws
    caitlinlws Posts: 401 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 45 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 55 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 150/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2

    This week has been crazy and hasn't left much time for cooking, never mind experimenting so far, but at least I'm getting my crunches in!
  • Steph_135
    Steph_135 Posts: 3,280 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Yes
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 68 ~ New Recipe: Yes
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 52 ~ New Recipe: No
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 120/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 2/2
  • TeamLeela
    TeamLeela Posts: 3,302
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 75 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 125/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • she_elf
    she_elf Posts: 108
    Was so busy studying today, I completely forgot about crunches. :(
    Also, @Taco: the onion rings were pretty seriously disappointing (the breading didn't stick), but all the rest I would definitelydefinitelydefinitely recommend!!

    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 100 ~ New Recipe: Y - Fresh Veggie linguine w/ chicken
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 50 ~ New Recipe: Y - Mozzarella falafel, garlic aioli, low fat onion rings
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 00 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 150/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 4/2
  • pjfmaui73
    pjfmaui73 Posts: 408
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 70 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 100 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 170/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 55 and 30 leg raises but I won't count them ~ New Recipe: Yes- Homemade Protein oat bars... let me know if I should post it.
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 00 ~ New Recipe: no
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 55 ~ New Recipe: no
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 110/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 1/2
    I also did 60 Russian twists and 3/ 45second planks lol I added the crunches in extra at the end.
    No clue what dinner or lunch is tomorrow! We are almost all packed- except the kitchen but we are definitely down to the bare minimums. My idea for a challenge and I might BOMB it hahahahah ;)
  • TacoGibbons
    TacoGibbons Posts: 136 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 180/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2

    Also @she_elf...thanks for the heads up! I cannot wait to have the ingredients for the falafel things..mmm mmm!
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 180/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2

    Also @she_elf...thanks for the heads up! I cannot wait to have the ingredients for the falafel things..mmm mmm!
    Isn't Falafel the bally things? It's greek yeah? I never thought to have them with another carb, I always thought ya just ate em up! :-D
  • Tammysueless
    Tammysueless Posts: 166
    Hi I'm new at this and just found this challenge! I love the idea of a new challenge each week, it keeps it fresh. I'm only posting starting Thurs since thats today!
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    Welcome TAMMY! :-D
  • Steph_135
    Steph_135 Posts: 3,280 Member
    No clue what dinner or lunch is tomorrow! We are almost all packed- except the kitchen but we are definitely down to the bare minimums.
    Wow! That was fast packing!! I'm impressed!
  • Shawnalee0703
    Shawnalee0703 Posts: 1,093
    Oh steph I am sure I am just thinking hopefully and there is actually much more lol. Besides we haven't even touched the garage! But that is all jeremy next week! As for now, still have candles, kitchen and clothes...that's bout it I think...I think....oh and the kitchen!! That will be time consuming but we will pack that up tomorrow together. I doing want to unpack now! Lol pain!
  • lolabugs
    lolabugs Posts: 141
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N (I did 80 min. on the treadmill but had to rush to meet my friends for dinner. Tomorrow will be better!)
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 90 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 45 ~ New Recipe: Y/N? N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 135/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2
  • loveme445
    loveme445 Posts: 2,439 Member
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: Y Lemon-Honey Glazed Chicken
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 105 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: 115 ~ New Recipe: Y Chicken Noodle Soup w/ Dill
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 220/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 2/2

    Here is the link for the Chicken Noodle Soup w/ Dill recipe from the Eating Well website:
    http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/chicken_noodle_soup_with_dill.html

    The is a good soup and the dill gives it extra flavor. I only used 4 cups of Chicken Broth because it had so much sodium. To substitute for the other cups of chicken broth, I used the water that I boiled my chicken breast in and just added more when needed.
  • nattygirl76
    nattygirl76 Posts: 3
    I MEMBERS ....I WOULD LOVE TO ADD SOME FRIENDS TO MY PROFILE....TO KEEP ME ON TRACK AND VICE VERSA....ANYONE INTERESTED
  • pjfmaui73
    pjfmaui73 Posts: 408
    MON – Sit Ups/Crunches: 70 ~ New Recipe: N
    TUE – Sit Ups/Crunches: 0 ~ New Recipe: N
    WED – Sit Ups/Crunches: 100 ~ New Recipe: N
    THU – Sit Ups/Crunches: 95~ New Recipe: N
    FRI – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SAT – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?
    SUN – Sit Ups/Crunches: ## ~ New Recipe: Y/N?

    Total Sit Ups/Crunches: 265/315
    New Healthy Recipe: 0/2 but I've tried 2 new lean cuisine meals so far this week and they were pretty good :tongue:
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