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Feeling Hungry

Well, I got back on the weight loss wagon yesterday and things are going well. Even with a week of not working out, I managed to lose weight. I'm pretty stoked about that considering that I wasn't working out or really watching what I was eating.

It's now almost 5 pm and I'm hungry. It's really close to dinner so I don't want to eat anything now. But, I'm a little worried because dinner may be late tonight. I'm not sure what to do. Maybe I'll workout before dinner to take my mind off of feeling hungry. Maybe I'll go swimming instead. I'm not really sure but I'm sure I'll figure out something.

Does anyone have any suggestions for feeling full longer?

Whole Wheat Fettuccine with Shrimp & Peas

This recipe can be found in its original form at http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipe/pasta/whole-wheat-fettuccine-with-shrimp-peas/

clipped from www.fitnessmagazine.com Ingredients Whole wheat pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/3 cup small shrimp 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed 3 tablespoons frozen peas, rinsed and drained Grated Parmesan cheese Make It Prepare pasta according to package directions. Heat olive oil in a nonstick pan. Add shrimp, tomatoes, garlic, and rosemary; saute 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add peas; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes more. Toss shrimp mixture with cooked drained pasta. Top with grated Parmesan cheese. clipped from www.fitnessmagazine.com Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts per serving: Calories 341 Total Fat (g) 10 Saturated Fat (g) 2 Carbohydrate (g) 47 Fiber (g) 6 Protein (g) 17 *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Italian Sausage and Veggie Pasta

This recipe can be found in its original form at http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/easy-healthy-pasta-recipes/?page=2.

clipped from www.fitnessmagazine.com Ingredients 2 ounces uncooked whole wheat pasta 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce 1 precooked Italian-style chicken sausage, sliced into rounds 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms 1/2 cup chopped onions 1/2 cup chopped zucchini 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Make It Cook pasta according to package directions. Heat spaghetti sauce, sausage, garlic, and vegetables for about 12 minutes, until veggies are tender. Top pasta with sauce mixture and sprinkle with cheese. clipped from www.fitnessmagazine.com Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts per serving: Servings Per Recipe 1 serving Calories 494 Total Fat (g) 13 Saturated Fat (g) 5 Carbohydrate (g) 71 Fiber (g) 6 Protein (g) 31 *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Farfalle with Watercress, Cherry Tomatoes, and Feta

This post can be found in it's original form at http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/recipes/quick-recipes/dinner/easy-healthy-pasta-recipes/?page=1

clipped from www.fitnessmagazine.com Farfalle with Watercress, Cherry Tomatoes, and Feta Ingredients 8 ounces farfalle pasta 1 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese 2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved 3 cups watercress leaves (from 2 small bunches) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Make It Cook pasta according to package directions. Place the cheese in a large bowl; top with the watercress. Before draining the pasta, take 1/4 cup of the cooking water from the pot and pour it over the watercress. (Watercress will wilt slightly and cheese will get soft.) Place the tomatoes in a colander. Drain the pasta over the tomatoes for a super-quick blanch. Toss with the watercress and cheese; sprinkle with pepper and serve.

Slacking Off...

Well, I've been slacking off again this week. I did well up until Sunday when I started feeling sick. I've taken it easy this week and I haven't done anything. I know that being sick isn't an excuse for not working out. Things have just been very rough around here for the past few days.

I spoke with my sister earlier today and we've set a workout date. We're going to get together tomorrow and really kick it into high gear. I've been so disgusted with myself this week so I'm hoping I'll feel better tomorrow morning.

I don't feel like I've gained any weight but I won't know for sure until I weigh in tomorrow morning. I certainly hope I haven't gained any of the weight back because that's going to put me behind schedule. BUT, if I am behind, I'll catch up. I'm going to make sure that I don't have set backs like this again in the future.

Some things really need to change around here so that I feel like I have the time required to workout and get healthy. Most of the things that have to change start with me. I have to not work as much as I do, which is pretty much all the time. And, I have to start getting up earlier in the morning so I can workout before going to the office.

If I were to get up earlier, I would have more time for me without the boys, which means I can focus solely on me until they get up. The weekend is rapidly approaching and I have so many things to do. Okay, enough talking. It's time for me to get ready for a workout before dinner.

Snacks Under 100 Calories | Best Recipes for Healthy Snacks

Snacks Under 100 Calories | Best Recipes for Healthy Snacks