I feel like I usually write about yummy new recipes or my success in reaching a new mileage goal in running. However, today I come to you to report on my struggles…
The first one was an innocent enough failure. It involved broccoli.
And it seemed so promising! It involved browning pine nuts… (YUM)
and parmesan cheese.
Unfortunately when it all came together, it was bland. Not bad, but definitely not worthy of being a Christmas dinner side dish.
Back to the drawing board for a veggie side dish that can be made on the stove…
any ideas???
Struggle numero dos has to do with exercise. I’ve been trying to fit it in despite my busy schedule, but when I do fit it in, it’s like my stamina is gone.
WTF?!?
(why the face) 😉 Modern Family? Anyone?
I digress….
Take yesterday for example. I even had a buddy to go to the gym with me.
…but it didn’t seem to help with my endurance. I hopped on the treadmill and was done once I reached:
1.26?! I ran just over a mile, then walked some, and then I just couldn’t go any longer.
Boredom? Inability? Who knows, but I was frustrated. Determined not to completely waste a trip to the gym, I decided to get in some strength training (which I have been seriously slacking on).
BTW- do you know how hard it is to take pictures of yourself with an iPhone in the gym? I don’t think I’ll be doing that again.
So there you have it. My confession of a kitchen failure and my struggles in exercise.
What do you do when you hit a slump in exercise? Go cold turkey until you feel motivated again? Dedicate yourself to a schedule?
All advice welcomed… have a fabulous weekend! 🙂
Caree @ Fit-Mama says
I have noticed if I change up my fitness routine a bit, I get a little more motivated so I don’t get bored. Or if I download some new tunes to keep me energized. Something different so you don’t get bored. And girl no ideas in the kitchen area…I struggle with that all together!!!
ohh and I LOVE modern family!!
Maria @ Oh Healthy Day says
With you on both ends (well, I’m not the greatest cook in the world, so I always have that), but my running has taken a back seat lately. I’ve found myself hanging out on the elliptical because I’m just not where I was a few weeks ago with running. But that’s okay – it’ll come back for the both of us! Discouraging though because I always thought the more I ran, the easier it would be…
Shannon says
I say just keep doing what you can, when you can. 1.26 miles + some strength training is better than no miles! The last thing you need in this wonderful but stressful holiday season is being down on yourself for fitness set backs. Once the twinkle lights have been put away for another year, you’ll get your focus (and hopefully stamina) right back.
TheHealthyapron says
I feel your pain with the slump!! Not just in exercise but with holiday goodies!! I finally made it through all the work parties this week but now we have a wedding tomorrow! I’m just going to dance dance dance and enjoy myself!
Annalisa says
I try to just keep on pushing and tell myself that it’s only one day of slacking and that some type of exercise better then NO exercise at all!
Corey @ the runner's cookie says
I think everyone goes through exercise slumps once in a while, and I have had too many bland dinners to count! 😉 I think what matters is that you don’t get mad at yourself for being human, and restart the next day! I bet you will have a great run this weekend and make a fabulous dish!
Pure2raw Twins says
I think just attempting to exercise is a great start even when you lack motivation 😉 And hitting the weights is always a great thing!!!! Just keep your head up and try not to worry about working out because even if you just walk that counts. Sometimes when I am lacking on time for exercise I just do push-ups, I try to do as many as I can and that is it 🙂
Sherry says
The brocolli dish definitely looked Christmassy. As far as the exercise goes, the other day instead of walking the cart path on the golf course, I walked down the middle of the golf course. Just that little change put an extra spring in my step.
Melissa says
What about doing the elliptical or the bike? Switch it up. I get bored in one machine so I usually do 15-20 on 3 or 4 machines for cardio days. On weight days I start with 10-15 minutes cardio, then do weight machines and then 10-15 more minutes of more cardio. And don’t get down; any exercise is better than none at all! As for recipes–glazed carrots with butter and brown sugar is great. Or a braised cabbage or orange asparagus. I think any of those flavors would go with you pilaf.
Roz says
Keep pushin’ through, I know you’ll be back on track very soon. And the side dish? Roasted thinly sliced brussell sprouts with garlic, parmesan and bacon. MMM…. Have a great day!!!