This week actually went really well. Because of my hormone results last week, I decided to really put time into working out. One of my friends told me about this app called Nike-Run Club. After downloading and using the app, I have decided this is the most amazing thing ever. It comes up with a plan for you, based off of your weight, current workout level, and how much you want to run each week. Then, it has an audio coach who talks you through all of your runs. Plus, it tracks your distance, time, and average pace as you run. When setting up the App, I picked the option for running 2-3 times each week. Because of how little I have been running lately, I did not think that I would be able to even do that much. However, I completely underestimated how good I would feel after running. It is this weird mix of adrenaline, a sense of accomplishment, and feeling healthy. I think because the app gives goals for each run, and I am accomplishing them, I feel better. I also surprised myself at how quickly I improved. The first day, my mile time was 17’ 25”. The next day, I ran a mile in 14’ 53”, and the next, I ran it in 14’35”. In just two days, I cut 2’ 50” off of my mile time. I just feel strong and really proud of myself. The rest of the week, I just felt motivated to keep on running, so instead of sticking to the schedule of 2-3 times each week, I went for a run everyday except Friday and Sunday. It didn’t feel overwhelming, and I have not had one second that I want to quit. Granted, it’s not like I am running 3 miles each time, it is only 1-2 miles. However, I think that is partially why I am so motivated to run and don’t feel any burn out. I am starting to feel like my old self again.

Another great thing is that I did not have one anxiety attack this week. Also, I did not struggle with being stressed as much, even though my work/school load was really heavy. I noticed that I was able to accomplish assignments more quickly, because I did not feel overwhelmed and anxious when thinking about the assignment. I usually struggle with focusing on one task at a time, because I keep on thinking about how to do my other assignments. Not only that, but I think about all the other things I need to do, and worry that I am going to forget about something, which makes me take a long time. This week was really a breakthrough for me, and I am feeling great.

Here is this week’s meal plan:

Monday: Greek meatballs cucumber, tomato, and red pepper salad.

Tuesday: Zuppa Toscana

Wednesday: leftovers

Thursday: Zucchini, and spaghetti, and spaghetti squash

Friday: Leftovers

Saturday: Stuffed peppers

Sunday: salmon and veg

Shopping List:

2 LB beef

1LB La,b

Salmon

1 LB Sausage

Cucumber

Tomato

3 Red Pepper

Bag of potatoes

Kale

Red Onion and yellow onion

Coconut milk

Veggie broth

Zucchini

Spaghetti squash

Tomato sauce

Broccoli

Sweet potato

Lemon

1 Can diced tomatoes

Fresh spinach

Cilantro

Any encouragement, advice, or updates on how your guy’s Whole 30’s are going would be appreciated!