Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I'm Moving!! (To Tumblr)
I am a little behind the times when it comes to things dealing with technology. I am not the most savvy with things like phones, computers, TVs, etc. That being said, last night when I was messing around on the computer, I discovered what tumblr was all about. I had heard about it before from people and saw different things referring to it online, but never took the time to actually check it out. Turns out that it is actually pretty cool. It is almost like Facebook for bloggers. You can post just pictures, just text, both, a single picture, multiple pictures, and much more. After taking some time to really check it out, I decided that it is time for me to make the switch. From now on, you can check me out at http://fridaritamargarita.tumblr.com/ I will still be keeping you updated on my P90X, clean eating ideas, healthy lifestyle tips, and more! I hope to see you there!
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
And P90X week 1 begins ...
I just finished day 3 workout with P90X, and I have to say that I am loving it! Although I am undoubtedly waking up sore, I at least know that it is working. With the P90X package comes a set of DVDs containing each workout and a little booklet that outlines everything from the P90X program to muscle groups to nutrition, and even gives you a breakdown of each workout in its entirety. It also outlines the three workout options -- original, doubles, and lean -- breaking each workout down into each phase with a day by day and week by week list of what workout to do on what day.
Although I know that I am not going to necessarily "bulk up" by doing the original workout program, I still chose the lean workout option, seeing as it contains a little more full body cardio training programs. This option contains some type of cardio workout every other day with muscle specific workouts in between. So far I have successfully finished Core Synergistics, Cardio X, and Arms/Shoulders + Ap Ripper -- and needless to say ... I am SORE.
Along with the intense workouts, I have been trying to have just as intense of a focus on everything I am putting into my body. If you know me, then you already know that I have a relatively healthy eating regimen to begin with. But for the past few months I have been falling off a bit and not putting as much focus on what I have been eating or when. Because of this, I will be focusing a lot more on something I like to call Mindful Munching. "Mindful Munching" means putting your mind where your mouth is, only eating when you are ACTUALLY hungry and not just because something sounds tasty, and really thinking about every bite that you are putting into your mouth. This doesn't mean that you have to restrict any certain foods, it just means that you need to understand the effects food has on your life. And with knowing about the effects of food on you, you also need to know yourself. I know that if I have chocolate in the house, there is no doubt that I will be eating it, therefore I do not buy chocolate. If I have a severe craving for chocolate, I find myself a single serving of dark chocolate. This satisfies my chocolate craving without going overboard. Everyone has cravings, but not everyone has the will power and strength to know when it is okay to give in to them. It is all about moderation. Through mindful munching anyone can lead a healthful lifestyle and healthy relationship with food.
Thus far, I have been more or less successful with the dietary aspect, slipping a little on account of snacking (my weakness). But I have made note of the slip ups I have had to help me not make them anymore. I am feeling great about where this challenge is going and excited to keep moving forward. Keep coming back, because soon to come will be workouts, recipes, and more details on how my challenge is going!
Until then, Live Healthy and Live Happy!!
Although I know that I am not going to necessarily "bulk up" by doing the original workout program, I still chose the lean workout option, seeing as it contains a little more full body cardio training programs. This option contains some type of cardio workout every other day with muscle specific workouts in between. So far I have successfully finished Core Synergistics, Cardio X, and Arms/Shoulders + Ap Ripper -- and needless to say ... I am SORE.
Along with the intense workouts, I have been trying to have just as intense of a focus on everything I am putting into my body. If you know me, then you already know that I have a relatively healthy eating regimen to begin with. But for the past few months I have been falling off a bit and not putting as much focus on what I have been eating or when. Because of this, I will be focusing a lot more on something I like to call Mindful Munching. "Mindful Munching" means putting your mind where your mouth is, only eating when you are ACTUALLY hungry and not just because something sounds tasty, and really thinking about every bite that you are putting into your mouth. This doesn't mean that you have to restrict any certain foods, it just means that you need to understand the effects food has on your life. And with knowing about the effects of food on you, you also need to know yourself. I know that if I have chocolate in the house, there is no doubt that I will be eating it, therefore I do not buy chocolate. If I have a severe craving for chocolate, I find myself a single serving of dark chocolate. This satisfies my chocolate craving without going overboard. Everyone has cravings, but not everyone has the will power and strength to know when it is okay to give in to them. It is all about moderation. Through mindful munching anyone can lead a healthful lifestyle and healthy relationship with food.
Thus far, I have been more or less successful with the dietary aspect, slipping a little on account of snacking (my weakness). But I have made note of the slip ups I have had to help me not make them anymore. I am feeling great about where this challenge is going and excited to keep moving forward. Keep coming back, because soon to come will be workouts, recipes, and more details on how my challenge is going!
Until then, Live Healthy and Live Happy!!
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Welcome back!!
So it has been a while since I have been on here ... 7 months and 29 days to be exact. Over the past seven months, I have been busy getting closer to my degree, getting promoted, starting up a new love for boxing, and meeting tons of new people along the way. Last time I was on, I mentioned having my New Year's Resolutions. I have still been trying to keep up with them and even have them in print so I am held more accountable.
Most of the things on this list I have been able to uphold. I have been trying my hardest with the things that are life changing and key to living a well balanced and happy life -- things like doing what I love, live my life, laugh often, don't judge, eat from the earth, being open minded, and all over having a better outlook on life. Along with these things, I have been putting a lot of effort into going local, especially when it comes to my food. I love knowing where my food is coming from and what I am putting into my body, but even more importantly what I am NOT putting into my body (pesticides, transfats, processed products, hormones, and all the unnecessaries). Food is such a necessity when it comes to leading a healthy lifestyle. It is your fuel and helps to set you up for living a good life, so you may as well make it the best quality you can.
Although food accounts for 80-85% of the whole package, the rest of it is made up with fitness and activity level. As you know I am already an active person, always on the go, running around, doing yoga, and riding my bike, but over the past few months I have been really focusing on my strength. To do this I picked up boxing, started doing more weights and strength training, and doing more fast paced and full body cardio work outs. Doing this has all worked out for me thus far, but I have been wanting something a little new. Some of my friends have done or are currently doing P90X and absolutely love it. I hate having to go out and buy a whole new workout routine, but I have heard that this one is definitely worth it. Lucky for me, my sister and her husband did P90X a while back and she so graciously let me borrow theirs. So starting tomorrow, I will be starting in my P90X journey!
During this journey I will be writing on here, filling in with how the workouts are, how I am feeling, what I am eating, and my "transformation" along the way. But knowing that I am starting tomorrow, I must be off. I need to make sure and get a good night sleep so I can be well rested for the day ahead of me tomorrow :) Goodnight all!
Although food accounts for 80-85% of the whole package, the rest of it is made up with fitness and activity level. As you know I am already an active person, always on the go, running around, doing yoga, and riding my bike, but over the past few months I have been really focusing on my strength. To do this I picked up boxing, started doing more weights and strength training, and doing more fast paced and full body cardio work outs. Doing this has all worked out for me thus far, but I have been wanting something a little new. Some of my friends have done or are currently doing P90X and absolutely love it. I hate having to go out and buy a whole new workout routine, but I have heard that this one is definitely worth it. Lucky for me, my sister and her husband did P90X a while back and she so graciously let me borrow theirs. So starting tomorrow, I will be starting in my P90X journey!
During this journey I will be writing on here, filling in with how the workouts are, how I am feeling, what I am eating, and my "transformation" along the way. But knowing that I am starting tomorrow, I must be off. I need to make sure and get a good night sleep so I can be well rested for the day ahead of me tomorrow :) Goodnight all!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Welcome 2012!
Happy new year! It's a new year and I am ready for anything. I am not usually one for making "New Year's Resolutions", but for some reason this year just feels a bit different....
One of my resolutions is to actually start blogging regularly. I clearly have been neglecting FridaRitaMargarita, and it is about time that I get back in to it. For at least the next year, I am taking on the lifestyle of a pescaterian, blogging about it along the way. I will be eating as natural of a diet as I can, making new recipes and trying new foods.
I am super excited to get back in to the swing of things and start sharing my good food and crazy times with everyone. A new year calls for a new outlook on life, and I definitely have a positive one! I can't wait to let the good times roll :)
Until next time...
HAPPY 2012!
One of my resolutions is to actually start blogging regularly. I clearly have been neglecting FridaRitaMargarita, and it is about time that I get back in to it. For at least the next year, I am taking on the lifestyle of a pescaterian, blogging about it along the way. I will be eating as natural of a diet as I can, making new recipes and trying new foods.
I am super excited to get back in to the swing of things and start sharing my good food and crazy times with everyone. A new year calls for a new outlook on life, and I definitely have a positive one! I can't wait to let the good times roll :)
Until next time...
HAPPY 2012!
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