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Day 102: Exercise on the Move and Prepping for Succes

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Welcome back to my holistic wellness journey blog! Today's lesson was all about maintaining our exercise routine while traveling. Precision Nutrition emphasizes that maintaining our health habits is as important on the road as it is at home. After all, we wouldn’t stop brushing our teeth just because we’re on vacation, right?

Exercising While Traveling

Today's lesson was to find excuses to work out, not excuses to skip it while away from home. Whether it’s running a few blocks to grab coffee or rearranging furniture in a hotel room, there are plenty of ways to stay active. I’m encouraged to plan ahead and think of travel as an opportunity to integrate more physical activity into my day, from carrying luggage to exploring new places on foot.

They shared a great idea - self guided walking tours and shared a links to use for that Rick Steve's Audio Walking Tours - 60 minutes long for popular European cities. It made me think if there were any walking tours near me and a quick Google search confirmed that there were quite a few! Such a great idea!

Strategic Movement

They talked about when going on a trip to take some time to research and plan for movement opportunities during travel, like finding hotels with gyms or nearby parks. I'm excited about the possibility of becoming a "fitness tourist," perhaps trying out yoga on the beach or taking a dance class in a new city. Websites like GPSmyCity and Meetup.com can help find local activities, making it easier to stay active while exploring new destinations.

Personal Progress and Equipment Upgrade

I also had a workout day today, repeating the exercise circuits from last Friday using bodyweight and resistance bands. I'm finding that the workouts on Fridays are consistently my favorite, and the new thick workout mat I got yesterday has made a significant difference in my comfort and performance during floor exercises.

Reflections on My Progress

Today’s separate coach's message reminded me that tomorrow is measurement day. It also prompted me to do several checks on my progress today before we do those measurements.

Reality/Data/Behavior: Have my actions supported my goals? Mostly, yes. This week I for some reason have been craving chocolate a lot. This is the first time since starting PN that I have though, I need chocolate. I'm sure that's hormonal. Of course, any chocolate things I did have were eaten with intention and I enjoyed every moment. I am wondering if maybe I should be adding some chocolate into my week on a regular basis, something to think about.

Story: What are my expectations, and are they reasonable? My expectations are probably a bit higher than reasonable. I'm trying to tamper that and just focus on my successes that keep coming. I guess it is hard for me because I have done extreme weight loss in a short period of time at diet clinics so slow and steady I know is the best way, buy emotionally it is a bit disappointing still.

Should: Am I pressuring myself with what I should or shouldn’t do? It's so funny this question came up today, I have said I shouldn't eat this or I should do more cardio a lot this week. 

Water: Am I retaining water for any reason? Yes! I am swollen this week. I think it might actually be the temperature change combined with my normal PCOS life.

Cycle: Are hormonal changes affecting my weight? Yes, well my cycle finally ended but I am more bloated today then I was on my worst day last week!

Patience: Am I being patient with my progress? Nope, no I am not.

Dense Human: Am I building muscle and getting stronger? Yes, this one is easy to see. Especially when I compare things like lifting bags of soil that last year I would have needed help with (they are 4 cubic feet compressed).

Emotional Attachment: Am I letting numbers define me? Yes. I am trying not to, but this week I am. I have even stepped on the scale a couple of times this week randomly as I felt so puffy. 

I'm looking to focus on how full I feel while eating, as it's something I’ve struggled with recently. Next week, I want to concentrate on improving my energy levels and continue refining my eating habits.

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Delicious Diversions

I also experimented with a new muffin recipe today using bananas, hemp seeds, sprouted oats, and avocado, with some mini chocolate chips and chopped peanuts for extra flavor. While these muffins aren't a complete PN meal, they're a fantastic addition to my breakfasts or as a snack. 

Hemp, Oat Banana Muffin with Avocado recipe

Reflecting on today, I appreciate the PN program for its practical tips and the robust support system it provides. It’s not just about following a set routine; it’s about adapting and thriving in any situation. Here's to staying active and making the best choices, no matter where I am!

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