Boredom....

Only two days left!!! I am so ready to move onto Insanity and switch things up a bit... I have loved every second of P90X, but after 90 days I need something fresh!

I didn't lose any weight at the weigh in today... This is a bit frustrating considering I know how much work I've put into my workouts this week... I am hopeful that I will see movement in the scale once I start Insanity next week... Reaching my goal weight isn't out of sight! Only 11 more pounds to go!!

Opportunity may knock only once, but temptation leans on the doorbell.

I found some interesting tips in my Women's Health Magazine about stress management... We are all faced with numerous amounts of stress in our daily lives, and sometimes exercising alone isn't enough to get out all the frustrations that come along with that... Here are some helpful tips they provided... :)

Tempted to dig into a bag of chips?
Grab a handful of almonds instead. The omega-3s in nuts may help keep stress hormones such as cortisol in check. Other key: oatmeal (it boosts the calming brain chemical serotonin) and oranges (the vitamin C counters stress hormones).

Tempted to swig an energy drink?
Take a nap. You can't beat stress without shut-eye. A 20 minute siesta is enough to trigger the hormones needed to balance excess cortisol (hmmmm, sounds like a great reason work should allow a 20 minute nap time in the afternoon! HA!)

Tempted to bitch out a coworker?
Pop a multi. That irritation and impatience may be the result of depleted stores of calcium, copper, and zinc that come with stress. Down a multivitamin to raise those levels and mellow out.

Tempted to curl up on the sofa?
Go out with a friend. A study found that simply being around other people may quash stress.

Tempted to reach for the remote?
Spend 15 minutes in silence. This helps because the brain doesn't have to filter out stressful sounds.

Happy Wednesday!!

"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it."

Whew! I feel like I'm at a stand still towards the end of this journey... I know that just because the number on the scale is not dropping, that doesn't mean I'm done for... But I really need to find some motivation to finish these last 4 days with a bang! On a positive note, I am finally able to fit back into my skinny jeans comfortably (skinny as in I have to be skinny to fit in them, not the tight legged ones, ha!)! Even though I may not see much more result wise from P90X in the next four days, I have accomplished so much more than I ever bargained for! I feel amazing, I fit into my skinny jeans, and I can bring it!!
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Skinny Jeans!!! 

Shake It Up!

I realized that I haven't posted anything in a while about this amazing product! I am beyond thankful that it was introduced to me, and I give part of my weight loss credit to this amazing meal replacement shake... April will be four months that I have been using Shakeology and I don't think there are enough good things I can say about it... First, my energy levels have improved drastically. Secondly, I stay fuller longer from the fuel these shakes provide... Also, my hair and nails are noticeable healthier... That was the craziest part!! Yes, it seems a bit pricey, but I can assure you that it is worth every penny! Especially if you compare it with eating out! I mix mine with peanut butter and a banana, and I look forward to it everyday!!
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5 Days Remain!!!

Wow! I am definitely in the home stretch now! I cannot believe that only 5 days stand in between me and the completetion of P90X! Today was a great day... I went for a mile run and then came home to do Kenpo X... Talk about sweat! Haha! My sweet mom agreed to do the workout with me... She's a trooper! Congrats to her for completing her first P90X workout! :) I'm pooped so it's an early night to bed for this gal... Ready for these next five days... I'm gonna seriously BRING IT!!

“You only ever grow as a human being if you’re outside your comfort zone.” – Percy Cerutty

I went for my first ever run in the rain today... I must say it was a rather enjoyable experience! Especially considering it was on the hot side of Spring... Then I came home to conquer the good ole Shoulders, Arms, and Tricep workout... Ah, the weekends are amazing! :)

Lettuce Wraps for Dinner... YUM!!! 

GRIT.... Do you have it?!

After my Cardio X workout last night, I decided to sit down and read some articles in my Women's Health magazine... Often times I can find some inspiration to dig a little deeper from these articles... One in particular from the latest edition caught my eye... "Determination... How to get what you want" it said... I was intrigued. The article went on to talk about the difference in someone meeting there goals or not is often times grit... What the heck is grit?!? "Grit is the sustained perseverance and passion for long-term goals, and why some people gut out that last series of sit ups in boot camp while others flop on the floor when the burn really kicks in. Grit entails working strenuously toward challenges and maintaining effort and interest despite failure, adversity, and plateaus.While some people cut their losses when faced with boredom or disappointment, those with grit stay the course". Perfection! Just what I needed to read... I've met plenty of failures, adversities, and plateaus in my life, but when I set my mind on a goal I really want to achieve the grit kicks in... I will push myself to make sure I break through that plateau or overcome the feelings of failure... I will BRING IT!