DH and I signed up for personal training at our gym today. I talked to my trainer, and we discussed my goals. I told her I was satisfied with my weight, but I was looking to gain strength and endurance in order to do well at the Spartan race in June. This is what I got from her this evening:
Okay, so I admit I freaked out a little (it was more than a little; I might have cried). I've worked hard to get to my goal weight. I'm still not lean by any standards, but it's a healthy weight, and I am happy with the lifestyle I have at this weight (thinking back to an article Michele shared about lifestyles of different body fat percentages). This scares me so much. I don't think I can sustain a 6-meal per day, 900 calorie diet long term. This just screams at me that I will fail at it. And when I fail, I know how quickly I can put the weight back on. I've worked so hard to get here, and I don't want to mess this up I just want to be competitive in a mud run!
I'm pretty sure part of it is a misunderstanding. I mean, who really goes to a personal trainer and says they don't want to lose weight? But part of me says I need to do this. My body isn't great or anything, and it won't ever be with how I'm eating now. Maybe I should just do her recommendations for as long as I can?
And finally, can we all have a nice giggle at her assumption that I go to bed at 9? That's crazy talk!
GOAL: June deadline.. (why was that again, I forgot to write it down), weight loss/toneWorkout 1x a wk.(with me)
900 calorie intake daily
6 meals daily, calories each meal. No more than 150 at the last 2meals of the day but others can be varied & interchanged a little if you need more at lunch or something. What time do you get up & go to sleeo?
FOOD FOR THOUGHT (you can mix it up as long as you know calories.) Feel free to explore foods & be knowledgeable on what your eating.
BREAKFAST OPTIONS: egg whites, organic /low sugar/steel cut oatmeal Greek yogurt, whole grain toast/waffle or bagel, apple, peanut butter, avacado, fruit, green tea, skim/soy milk, granola, almonds...
LUNCH/ DINNER OPTIONS: fish, turkey, salad w/lemon juice, rice, broccoli, med.sweet potato, chicken breast, turkey, fish, seafood, tuna, brown rice, blk beans,greens,.....
SNACK OPTIONS: bran, celery, grapes, chick peas, almonds, cherry tomatoes, peanut butter, popcorn, hummus, banana, apple, orange, granola, yogurt, protein bar/whey shake, weight watchers brand cheese stick, kale/bean/protein chips, edamame, dark chocolate (60%cocoa)...
FLUID OPTIONS: water, green tea, skim/soy milk, coffee, whey shakes, protein or nonsugar(natural) smoothies...
Any advice, tips or help you need don't hesitate to text me I am excited for you & our journey together for your change! Make sure to stay focused on your eating 6 times a day. I figured you go to bed around 9 so no need to eat after 7ish. (If you can not do this let me know) will your meals fit with this?. Meanwhile choose Healthy options & keep your body fueled to use energy. Your going to do amazing! Tomorrow do strength training class at the gym. Text me tomorrow & let me know how you do! Have a great evening!
900 calorie intake daily
6 meals daily, calories each meal. No more than 150 at the last 2meals of the day but others can be varied & interchanged a little if you need more at lunch or something. What time do you get up & go to sleeo?
FOOD FOR THOUGHT (you can mix it up as long as you know calories.) Feel free to explore foods & be knowledgeable on what your eating.
BREAKFAST OPTIONS: egg whites, organic /low sugar/steel cut oatmeal Greek yogurt, whole grain toast/waffle or bagel, apple, peanut butter, avacado, fruit, green tea, skim/soy milk, granola, almonds...
LUNCH/ DINNER OPTIONS: fish, turkey, salad w/lemon juice, rice, broccoli, med.sweet potato, chicken breast, turkey, fish, seafood, tuna, brown rice, blk beans,greens,.....
SNACK OPTIONS: bran, celery, grapes, chick peas, almonds, cherry tomatoes, peanut butter, popcorn, hummus, banana, apple, orange, granola, yogurt, protein bar/whey shake, weight watchers brand cheese stick, kale/bean/protein chips, edamame, dark chocolate (60%cocoa)...
FLUID OPTIONS: water, green tea, skim/soy milk, coffee, whey shakes, protein or nonsugar(natural) smoothies...
Any advice, tips or help you need don't hesitate to text me I am excited for you & our journey together for your change! Make sure to stay focused on your eating 6 times a day. I figured you go to bed around 9 so no need to eat after 7ish. (If you can not do this let me know) will your meals fit with this?. Meanwhile choose Healthy options & keep your body fueled to use energy. Your going to do amazing! Tomorrow do strength training class at the gym. Text me tomorrow & let me know how you do! Have a great evening!
I'm pretty sure part of it is a misunderstanding. I mean, who really goes to a personal trainer and says they don't want to lose weight? But part of me says I need to do this. My body isn't great or anything, and it won't ever be with how I'm eating now. Maybe I should just do her recommendations for as long as I can?
And finally, can we all have a nice giggle at her assumption that I go to bed at 9? That's crazy talk!
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