The Insanity work outs definitely live up to their name.
Last night we tried out the Max Interval Plyo DVD and I’m pretty sure that Shaun T. (the trainer) was trying to deliver a slow death through squats, jumps, and a constant burn.
Sitting down has proven to be a little difficult today – which, in my opinion, is awesome. I mean, hey, I’ll definitely spare the ability to gracefully take a seat for some tight buns.
So even though the work out was insane (pun fully intended), we all felt amazing afterwards. Which brought us to the conclusion that should we choose to buy the whole program, the DVDs will be worth every penny. We’ll simply split the price three ways and then cycle the DVDs around so that we can all have our favorites at some point or another. Works for me.
So let’s talk about the rest of Monday – with a focus on food and a side of life. Or maybe a focus on life with a side of food. We’ll see where this goes.
My day started at 6:30 AM, which to be honest, is just too damn early for me. I’m just not a morning person. Actually, I take that back. It’s not that I’m not a morning person, it’s just that the night owl in me tends to get in the way.
I am a morning person in the sense that my days end up being much more productive when I wake up early. For that reason, I like to be up and caffeinated at around 7:30AM. Of course during the week days, this is mandatory because of work for me and school for Adam.
However, like I said, I am not a morning person because of the fact that I am a night owl. I mean, being a night owl and an early bird aren’t really the best mix. In fact, the combination really isn’t even sustainable for long. It’s unfortunate, but true. Geez, this whole sleep being a necessity thing is just such a hassle.
Luckily for me (and my health), I’m finally finding a happy medium between staying up late, waking up early, and still getting a decent amount of sleep. Basically, as long as I’m in bed before midnight, I can wake up early no problem. After midnight? That calls for about 5 alarms. If only I were joking. Want to come live with me?
The day before yesterday happened to be one of those days where I went to bed super late. So, the 5 alarm thing? Yeah, it definitely happened.
As did this.
Latte and girl talk to the rescue. It’s amazing what a little coffee date can do for your energy – both chemically and emotionally. Friendships are good for the soul.
For breakfast, I ordered a bowl of oatmeal on the side.
On the side, because clearly, the latte is the main event. Nothing can come between me and my cup of joe. Plus, this little bowl of oats only kept me full for about 5 minutes, which is why I came home and threw together something much better.
Specifically, an odd, but delicious combination.
This is my latest attempt at a garbage bowl. I know you do it too.
It basically involves tossing all of the nearly inedible food into a bowl and hoping it will be a success.
And this one just so happened to be successful. I mean, normally, I wouldn’t even show you my garbage bowls. You might doubt my sense of taste (and sight).
But apparently, leftover steamed broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spaghetti squash, tomatoes, cottage cheese, hummus, and nutritional yeast result in a pretty tasty combination.
Yeah, I was kind of surprised too. Pleasantly so.
Tell me you do the garbage bowl thing too. In my opinion, it’s the best way to avoid wasted produce.
Have a great days guys!
<3 Stefanie
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