tanyab1990 Member

That shrimp looks yummy! Thanks for sharing.

One of my favorite clean recipes of all time is actually one of my own. I actually have a cooking website but have taken the last year off to focus on my health. My plan is to return to working on my website (and future career) with a healthier, clean eating focus. So, here's my fave:…

I meant to post some clean eating websites for you as well. I like these: http://www.thegraciouspantry.com/ http://detoxinista.com/ http://www.eatingwell.com/

Time is of the essence for my work schedule as well. If I had to cook after work, I would never work out. What works for me is cooking two meals on Sundays (one in the slow cooker and one conventionally) in larger volumes. For example, today I am making a slow cooker potato soup and also grilling some steaks to a not quite…

Great looking salmon recipe!

Everyone has different health needs (and cravings) so you gotta do what works for you. Good for you!

I didn't see any either. I usually look for recipes that appear clean based on ingredients, then add the recipe to MFP's recipes for calculations. This also helps since I will tweak the recipes based on what I like. I calculated this recipe (no dried fruit, 1/4 cup of maple syrup and 1/4 cup organic brown sugar) at 200…

I'm trying this slow cooker oatmeal tonight. I used all organic ingredients (except for the cinnamon) and can't wait to try it in the morning! http://www.melskitchencafe.com/2012/03/overnight-maple-brown-sugar-oatmeal.html Tanya

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! My mom and dad tried it last night and loved it too.

Great job everyone! The last four weeks could have been a bust for so many of us. Instead we are heading into a new year feeling strong. See you in the next challenge!

Good morning, team! I am posting my final stats for this challenge: 4 week Weight Loss (or was it 5?):3 lbs Measurement Loss: Calf: 0 Thigh: 0 Hip: 1" Waist: .50" Bust: .50" Arm: .50" (both arms) Total inches lost in the month: 2.5" I continue to lose inches at the top of my body. I like this but need to see some loss in…

Good morning, gang. I will get some type of workout in later today. My problem is that today is a long day at work and then my sister arrives from Georgia. If she is running late (as she usually is), I can fit in either a walk or a trip to the gym, or maybe a DVD. Hmmm....choices.

Good morning. Today is a rest day. I just won't have much time to workout today and my knee is bugging again. My sister and niece are coming into town this weekend so hopefully we don't eat too badly. :)

Good morning, all! I have Zumba on the schedule today. My meals are all planned with lots of protein today. I have been slacking a little on water. Recently I've only gotten about 7-8 glasses per day but I'm used to about 11. I need to bring that back up. I'm shooting for 1.5lbs by Saturday morning so I can hit the 50 lb…

Good morning, gang! I am going to the gym tonight to try some running again now that my knee seems to be feeling better. I will have to wear a knee brace but we will see if that helps. If not, I will have to make a decision about whether running is a good choice for me or not. :indifferent:

I got my new heart rate monitor in the mail today so I am wearing it to Zumba. We will see how many calories I actually burn! Can't wait to see!

:tongue: Great attitude! This time of year is hard on healthy lifestyles AND our immune system. But I know you are going to give 'em hell. Not sure who 'em is but I know you will do it anyway! :tongue: :tongue:

Welcome back Heather! You had me worried for a moment. I hope you are refreshed and ready to kick butt. Happy Monday all! I have Zumba tonight. I am not as prepared this week. I have my week planned but I haven't been to the grocery store yet. I will get there this afternoon and then be ready for a healthy week. I may have…

Looking forward to your next challenge!

Happy Friday! I purchased a knee brace yesterday. I am very happy about it and hope to try it out in Zumba tonight. Crossing my fingers that it works well. I am .8 lbs away from my next mini goal and am trying to reach that by Monday. I could use some strong exercise this weekend to help me out.

Good morning, gang. I have the gym tonight but I will just be working on arms and abs. My knee is not doing well and it needs to rest today. Have a great Thursday! It's almost the weekend!

Good morning! Meals all planned and Zumba tonight. I should get my new knee brace in the mail before Zumba...I'm crossing my fingers. Have a great Wednesday!

Happy Tuesday, all! After lots of Icy Hot and cold compresses, my knees felt so much better today. I'm so glad I took a rest day yesterday to heal. I didn't feel like driving to the gym today and it was so dark when I got home so I popped in a DVD today. I need variety to keep me interested so I did a Biggest Loser Cardio…

Good morning! It's Monday...again. My knees are really hurting today after yesterday's Zumbathon. I think I will either go to the gym this evening for some arms only, or I will do yoga at home. We'll see how the day goes. I ordered a knee brace on Amazon. I should have it Wednesday. I will test it on my right knee. If it…

Zumbathon done! It was a lot of fun but holy moly...my legs are burning! I am going to feel this tomorrow. Tomorrow will be a rest day most likely. :tongue:

Happy Sunday! I've got a low calorie black bean soup in the slow cooker for my lunches this week. Today is the Zumbathon so I am eating a few more carbs today than normal to get me some energy to get through 2 1/2 hours of Zumba. It should be a fun day....and tiring.

Good morning, gang! I got in a 40 minute jog/walk today. 10 min jog and 30 min walk. I did it outside today instead of on the treadmill. What a difference! I can go 15-20 minutes jogging in intervals on the treadmill. I was struggling outside for whatever reason. I will have to use the treadmill to build endurance and get…

Nice job! I am just starting a 5k training plan. I can't wait to be at your pace.

Good Friday, all! Today is my rest day and it's a busy one. We are having lunch delivered for a celebration at work today and I have dinner plans. I can control lunch because we chose a place with some lighter calorie options. Not sure how dinner will work out yet. I'm feeling good about last nights visit to the gym. Of…

Good morning! My legs are very tired and were burning like crazy last night. I know I need a rest day but I have that scheduled for tomorrow and maybe Saturday since I have a 2 1/2 hour Zumbathon on Sunday. That means I have one more gym visit today. I will work that treadmill and then work on arms tonight. I'm shooting…