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Roonytunes
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Heya T-Cake!T-Cake said:Hello, lovey!!!
I am finally catching up on your log and I want to make sure I'm missing anything, so I'm just posting here as I go!
1) Ok, I am officially SOOOO jealous now that you have Trader Joe's and I don't anymore.I LOVED that store -- my dad says there is something similar here in Florida... but I don't see it yet, so we'll have to see.
2) That strawberry tofu shake with Splenda sounds really good -- a little afraid to try it out, but tofu is tasteless -- so it's not like I'd taste it, right?
3) WOW about spinning class! Girl, you are my super hero!!!Seriously, I'm with Treil on this one -- I wonder if you have butt bones of steel -- I've always been afraid that it'd be too hard on my own rear end... but now that I'm really in the best shape I've ever been in... you've got me thinking. Hmm... do you bring your own padded bike seat? I know some people who do that... Ahh! I wanna do it now!
4) The stairmill -- that's another one. See, I've been racking my brain lately of ways I can get HIIT back into my life without destroying my knees. The elliptical is out out out because I push too much FORWARD with the knees with my whole body weight... stationary biking is decent... walking is fine... jogging is out *cries*... Ulter and I were thinking stairmill might be okay *shrug* I don't know -- how fast is level 9?
5) Salmon "fried" rice?! Oh WOW!!!YUM-O!
6) Sisterhood of the Travelling Pants is a great movie; I love it too.
You're doin' GREAT, darlin'!!! Wish I could be up in Detroit with you gals, but it's just not going to pan out. *sigh* Maybe the next one!
MUAH!
I see you're back in full force with your log too 
1) You should have Whole Foods in FL, right? I think while they obviously won't have the TJ's brand, they do have a pretty good range of products that should encompass what you need. Also, I hear Publix is great for basic grocery needs. When I first saw that store (we don't have it in my area), for some reason, I pronounced it "Poob-Licks" and everyone got a good laugh out of it. Oops!
2) Try the Silken brand (available at Whole Foods) and I get the extra firm kind. It's less intimidating and has a pleasant texture to it.
3) No butt bones of steel...just a flabby arse that provides its own cushioning unfortunately. Jens makes all good points about spinning. You can even tell the instructor that you have knee issues beforehand, and will do the whole class sitting in your seat or make necessary modifications when you see fit. They usually are pretty understanding. But it's a great and more importantly, FUN, workout. I sweat buckets when I exit the class.
4) For me, I had to build up on the Stairmill. I think it's one of the hardest cardio machines out there. I would say start with a low level like 3 or 4 and get used to the motion first. Aim for 10 mins, see how you fare and then go from there. I have just started double stepping on this (based on Bunny's workout) and find that pretty darn challenging all over again. Again, I sweat buckets when I get off this contraption, so I can vouch for its effectiveness.
5) Somewhere along this journey of clean eating/working out, I have now picked up a side interest of cooking. When I eat at home, I know EXACTLY what I'm putting in my mouth and don't have to worry about sodium, secret grease etc. It's a comforting feeling. So hey, now I'm a little bit of a
I wish you could be in Detroit too! But hopefully as you say, our paths will cross at some point....we'll definitely be thinking of you and Ulter at Tre's comp!
J
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Roonytunes said:5) Somewhere along this journey of clean eating/working out, I have now picked up a side interest of cooking. When I eat at home, I know EXACTLY what I'm putting in my mouth and don't have to worry about sodium, secret grease etc. It's a comforting feeling. So hey, now I'm a little bit of a
This makes me happy!! I remember when you originally said you were hopeless in the kitchen.....you experimented a little & now...voila!! You've found a bit of a creative side to yourself.....
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jenscats5 said:
Well, per your sig line ""To cook is to create. And to create well...is an act of integrity, and faith"...it's sorta true
A year ago, I don't think my stovetop/oven ever got used!
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Roonytunes said:Well, per your sig line ""To cook is to create. And to create well...is an act of integrity, and faith"...it's sorta true
LOL And look at you now!! When I can't decide what to eat I check out your log..... Hmmm I may make those pumpkin muffins today.....
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sbt2082 said:Well don't forget you are suppose to send me some
(I'll PM you my addy)
OK!! Want some chicken too?
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I can't believe I've turned into a Suzie Homemaker sort myself.jenscats5 said:
My mom would not be able to believe her eyes if she saw me now! If you make those pumpkin suggestions, some modifications you can make: add more splenda if you like sweet (I used only 2 packets & it wasn't sweet) and they would probably taste extra good with dried cranberries, diced berries/slivered nuts thrown in too.
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Roonytunes said:I can't believe I've turned into a Suzie Homemaker sort myself.
If you make those pumpkin suggestions, some modifications you can make: add more splenda if you like sweet (I used only 2 packets & it wasn't sweet) and they would probably taste extra good with dried cranberries, diced berries/slivered nuts thrown in too.
I was thinking maybe a single-serve pack of applesauce & some mini choc. chips....
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HeLLo GoRgEoUs !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
