Not Ready for the Rockies

I’ve been hitting the Mountain Climber at the Gym. I go strong for about 15 minutes. But my bpm is like at 170-190. I have to keep to 2 mph just to get anything out of it!

It makes me feel a little stronger though. I added like 30lbs to my weights. Abs added about 10lbs. Next year I’m going to climb the Alps 3 days a week!

Hill Climber Kicks Butt!!!

My Butt anyway. I did the hill climber tonight for 15 minutes. I did 1.1 miles. It was a tough one! The rest the workout didn't seem as bad after that!!! I'm not sure of the calories. It said like 162, but I didn't have my hands on the sensors to get an accurate reading. I'll be back in a few days to rock it out further!

Keeping on

I started yesterday with a 3 mile walk on the towpath in Navarre. I couldn't gage calories, but it was a nice walk. It took an hour exactly. I then went to work for 8 hours, then to the gym. I hit the hill climber for 5 minutes. I did have intentions for more, but it just wasn't happening. I then continued on to upper body, including: Triceps, Biceps, Shoulders, abs, back, sides. It was a good workout. I'm noticing it a little in the mirror now.

Like Milkshakes? Try this!

Spring is here and it's time to continue a close watch on our weight and health. I know when the temperature starts to rise, I like to enjoy a cool shake! Don't deny your cravings, just do it right.

A couple tips. Use frozen fruit and skim milk for a great strawberry, blackberry, banana, or your favorite fruit shake. The frozen fruit gives the consistency of the hard ice cream. The skim milk keeps it fat free! You can also use a little vanilla extract for added flavor.

Here's a recipe for one of my healthy faves:
Choco-Peanut Butter-Banana Shake
1 cup skim milk
2 tbs chocolate Ovaltine
2 tbs Jif creamy peanut butter
2 ripe bananas-if not ripe, they won't give the desired flavor
1 tsp vanilla extract
5-6 ice cubes