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Day 80: Active Recovery, Emotional Resilience, and Nutritional Realizations

An imaginative illustration showing a modern, bright kitchen where a variety of healthy foods are being prepared on a large island. Prominently featured among these foods are fruits, vegetables, and notably, lean meats. In the background, a whimsical, oversized blender blends these ingredients together. Emerging from the blender is a muscular torso sculpture with well-defined abs, creatively made from the blended foods, symbolizing the concept that proper nutrition is essential for developing strong abdominal muscles. The overall setting underscores a healthy lifestyle theme.

Peaceful Walks and Dog Training Success

Today's active recovery day took me, my son, and our dog to the lake, where the rainy weather worked in our favor. With fewer distractions, my dog excelled in her leash training, responding well to the reward-based approach we've adopted. Keeping treats handy has proven effective, reinforcing good behavior and keeping her focused on me rather than other stimuli. This structured approach not only enhances her training but also ensures our walks are enjoyable and stress-free.

Mixing Up the Routine

To keep my recovery activities interesting, I opted for the recumbent bike instead of the treadmill for today while I catch up on watching one of my shows. For me, changing up my routine is so important for maintaining my engagement and motivation. Sticking to the same activities can often lead to boredom, so incorporating variety is key to staying excited about my fitness journey.

Navigating Emotional Eating

Despite my best efforts to manage some unexpected stress through guided meditation and making tea today, I found myself giving in to emotional eating by having some apple pie with whipped cream. However, this episode marked a significant improvement compared to past behaviors. Instead of succumbing to a cycle of sweet and salty snacks, I focused on savoring each bite of the pie, transforming a potential binge into a controlled indulgence. Recognizing these small victories is essential as they demonstrate progress in managing my emotional eating.

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Timely Lesson: Diet and Exercise Balance

Today's lesson, "You can't out-train a poor diet," resonated deeply, especially given my earlier indulgence. The reminder that exercise is not a punishment for dietary choices and that a healthy lifestyle requires balance between diet and physical activity is timely. This philosophy helps prevent the perception of movement as a chore and eating as a sin, promoting a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food and exercise. Whenever I think of things like this I recall a post from long ago that said, "Abs are made in the kitchen."

Exploring Intuitive Eating

I've also started delving into "Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch I am reading the 4th edition. It is filled with all kinds of publish studies and I found myself writing notes so I didn't miss anything right from the first pages. The book is not only enlightening on a personal level but also professionally as an IBCLC interested in baby-led weaning. So far, the concepts discussed are reinforcing my belief in following a more instinct-driven approach to eating and nutrition, which I plan to review and share insights on both personally and professionally.

Reflections on Growth and Learning

Day 80 has been a day of introspection and learning, balancing physical activity with emotional and nutritional awareness. Each activity, whether a walk in the rain, cycling, or navigating moments of emotional eating, contributes to a broader understanding of my health journey. As I continue to explore intuitive eating and integrate these lessons, I am reminded of the importance of flexibility, patience, and persistence in pursuing a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

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