I stepped on the scale about two months ago and the number was higher than my previous personal highest. \u00a0I was busy, in the midst of finishing up writing a book, and knew I didn’t have the time and energy to do anything about it.<\/p>\n

Now that its a few months later, the book is finished and I have realized that taking care of myself isn’t something that can or should be put off. \u00a0 So I signed up for a six week challenge through a local “transformation center” and I’m going to give this a go.<\/p>\n

There is a very strict nutritional plan that goes along with said challenge, and I’m working hard to keep myself on track. \u00a0Basically, every meal has 4 oz of protein, 2 oz of carbs, and unlimited vegetables.<\/p>\n

I spent today doing a bunch of meal planning and some of my food prep. \u00a0Although I might get a little bored with my meals, I’m going to stick to the plan! \u00a0Pinterest has been a great friend here!!!<\/p>\n

Breakfast:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Steel Cut Oatmeal:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/92183123603653229\/
\n– put into 1\/2 cup muffin tins. \u00a0Based on the amount I cooked up in one batch, I should have 12 days worth of servings with 2 “muffins” each.<\/p>\n

Egg White and Spinach Muffins:\u00a0<\/strong>https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/92183123603652268\/
\n– I made the turkey sausage today (a big batch) and I’ll make the\u00a0omelets tomorrow. \u00a0I’m planning on 3oz egg white and 1 oz sausage per muffin<\/p>\n

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Lunch and\/or Dinner:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Sheet Pan Chicken w\/ Sweet Potatoes:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/92183123603651999\/
\n– I adjusted this recipe per FTDI instructions and made 7 servings worth. I cut up the chicken into 4 oz portions and left out the apple & only used a spritz of oil. I’ve got 1 extra chicken breast I can use for a snack.<\/p>\n

Tuna Lemon Rice:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/92183123603653739
\n– I haven’t made this yet, but plan to do up a big bunch of brown rice. I might just add the tuna\/spinach\/seasoning each morning I want to take it to lunch or add it in the evening<\/p>\n

Balsamic Chicken and Veggies:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/570268371549956543\/
\n– I haven’t made this yet, either<\/p>\n

Cilantro Lime Chicken:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/60869032439694073\/
\n– I have a batch of this going for tacos tonight. I plan to portion out leftovers and use for salad \u00a0with brown rice and vegetables during the week.<\/p>\n

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Other things I’ve pinned for the future…<\/strong><\/em>
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I stepped on the scale about two months ago and the number was higher than my previous personal highest. \u00a0I was busy, in the midst of finishing up writing a book, and knew I didn’t have the time and energy to do anything about it. Now that its a few months later, the book is…<\/span><\/p>\n

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