It is officially week 3 of my MIND. BODY. Fitness Challenge! Over half way there. So lots of exciting things to review as far as bodily changes in week 2 as well as a review on an amazing workout I am doing in conjunction with my dieting plan and personal trainer.
Week 2 Recap
Week 2 was much easier to stay on track as far as the diet goes but I did find that my social life got in the way of hitting the gym 5 days a week. I ended up only working out 3 days a week, twice with my personal trainer and once with Bikram Yoga (I will tell you all about this place too.) I was bummed that I didn’t get my total workouts in so I made a point to slim down my social calendar this week. Last week I did put back on some of the weight that I lost but noticed it was muscle more than anything. Muscle weighs more than fat so I am satisfied with this weight gain. I was super excited that I have slimmed enough in the first two weeks that I cannot grab a FULL handful of tummy when I take a grab. This is the weird way I measure my weight gain.
Mentally: This week I am much more positive about my ability to complete this challenge. The Yoga classes have me sweating out toxins and feeling more focused to complete the hardcore personal training courses.
Physically: Things are starting to become easier and my body is definitely getting stronger. Less aches while working out and in general. I am seeing a noticeably positive change in my appearance.
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Before I get in to this week’s diet plan and workout routine, I wanted to tell you all about my new-found love for Bikram Yoga. I must admit, the thought of sweating profusely in over 95 degree temperatures while completing an intense high fitness routine sounded like eating nails, but once I tried out Bikram Yoga, I was joining in on everyone’s praises for this fitness routine. This practice is amazing for several different reasons, the heat allows your muscles to stretch as you work them allowing you to get in to deeper positions, the sweating helps to release toxins, and at the end, you get some much-needed meditation time with an ice-cold lavender soaked rag. This is my favorite part!
Week 3 | Diet Plan
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Week 3 |
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Breakfast |
2 eggs + 1⁄2 cup liquid egg whites, cooked any way + 1/2 cup Sautéed onions, peppers, and spinach |
1 cup cooked oatmeal 1/2 cup liquid egg whites added to oats (add in during last minute) 1/2 cup berries |
2 eggs + 1⁄2 cup liquid egg whites, cooked any way + 1/2 cup Sautéed onions, peppers, and spinach |
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Snack |
I plain rice cake 1 TB natural almond butter |
1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese OR 1 container of low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt |
I plain rice cake 1 TB natural almond butter |
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Lunch |
1/2 cup albacore tuna 1 TB light mayo |
4 oz Turkey Breast, sliced 1 romaine lettuce wrap Sliced tomatoes Mustard |
4 oz shredded chicken 1 small sweet potato 1/2 cup broccoli |
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Snack |
Protein Shake |
Protein Shake |
Protein Shake |
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Dinner |
4 oz Lean Ground Beef 1 cup chopped lettuce 1/2 cup sautéed peppers/onions 2 TB salsa |
4 ounces chicken breast 1/2 cup broccoli |
4 ounces salmon 1/2 cup asparagus Side salad: fresh veggies and 2 TB light dressing |
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Week 3 |
Thurs |
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Sun |
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Breakfast |
1 cup cooked oatmeal 1/2 cup liquid egg whites added to oats (add in during last minute) 1/2 cup berries |
2 eggs + 1⁄2 cup liquid egg whites, cooked any way + 1/2 cup Sautéed onions, peppers, and spinach |
1 egg/3 egg white scramble 1/4 cup pico del Gallo 1/2 sliced avocado |
*Choose any breakfast from the week |
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Snack |
1 apple 100 cal almond/walnut pack |
I plain rice cake 1 TB natural almond butter |
*Choose one snack from the week |
TB hummus |
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Lunch |
4 oz Turkey Breast, sliced 1 romaine lettuce wrap Sliced tomatoes Mustard |
1/2 cup albacore tuna 1 TB light mayo |
Flank steak salad* -Use 4 oz leftover flank on a salad with chopped veggies, 2 TB reduced feta and 2 TB light balsamic vinaigrette dsg |
*Choose any lunch from the week |
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Snack |
Protein Shake |
Protein Shake |
2 TB hummus 1 cup sliced cucumber or broccoli florets |
*Choose one snack from the week |
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Dinner |
4 ounces chicken breast 1/2 cup broccoli |
4 ounces flank steak 1 cup sautéed vegetables of choice 1 TB light sauce of choice |
*Dinner Out |
*Choose any dinner from the week |
WEEK 3 | Workout
Set 1 (Repeat Each in Set 1, 4 times)
- Wide Grip Puh Up (30 seconds)
- Fire Hydrants (30 seconds each leg)
Set 2 (Repeat Each in Set 1, 4 times)
- Dips (30 seconds)
- Donkey Kicks (30 Seconds)
Set 3 (Repeat Each in Set 1, 4 times)
- Shadow Boxing (1 min.)
- Sumo Pulse (30 seconds)
Set 4 (Repeat Each in Set 1, 4 times)
- 25 Sit-ups
- 25 Crunches
- Left Side Plank (30 seconds)
- Right Side Plank (30 second)
- Regular Plank (1 minute)
It’s hard to see in this picture because of the edits that my hair is absolutely soaked! Want to release toxins and stretch your muscles? Check out Bikram Yoga today!
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NOTE:
I am not a trained exercise specialist, dietician, fitness coach, or any other health professional for that matter. I am just using my blog platform to track my experience and share with others. Please do all exercises at your own risk!
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