Since going Paleo my family has fallen even more in love with our grill. Paleo and grilling just work well together. The past couple of years I've even been stepping outside my grilling comfort zone more and more. Grilling things I'd never thought to have grilled before and trying new flavor combinations. I have to say I'm pretty thrilled with the results of most of my flavor experiments. In the past I'd never have thought to grill fruit, but it's amazing. Grilling fruit and adding it to traditionally savory dishes? Brilliant. Oh yes, and? New rule: every burger recipe for the rest of forever must contain grilled pineapple. OK, maybe more of a guideline. It's a seriously delicious combination though. This Smoky Grilled Pineapple Burger is always a crowd-pleaser at my house. It's not only Paleo, but Whole30, glutenfree, lower carb, and clean eating friendly. I promise you won't miss the bun! paleo, grilled pineapple burger, smoky
NOW is always a good time.
In the past I had a (bad) habit of waiting for the first of the month, waiting for Monday, waiting for January 1st.... Then, then I'd start!
But it was just another excuse. No. More.
Confession time: I've had a rough time since Thanksgiving. Really lost focus, really made some not great choices.
I'm declaring TODAY my new beginning. I have goals to reach. This year is not over yet. I choose to make December my best month yet as far as my fitness and healthy eating choices go. I will not use the holidays as another excuse.
Go with what works.
I'm a planner. It's what I do. It's what works for me. I used to think I should fight that, but now I see it as a strength and go with it.
My plan for getting back on track this month:
- Move more. As I said in my Polar Loop post, I've set a goal of reaching 12,000 to 15,000 steps every day (and 10,000 on my rest day). I realize it's a big goal, but I like the challenge. I also like the healthy shift in focus. This doesn't mean I won't be working out, my workout will be in those steps somewhere!
- Lift. I've been struggling with lifting weights since Baby O. Mentally struggling. I feel weak. It discourages me. I don't lift. That stops now. Even if I have to go down in weights, I have to start somewhere! I love feeling strong. I want that back.
- Clean Paleo. I always eat Paleo, but when I'm trying to lose fat I have to clean up the Paleo 'treats' a bit. Lately I've been working on a billion Paleo treat (By this I mean things like Paleo 'bread', cookies, brownies, etc) recipes for The Paleo Homestead and there's been a whole lot of taste-testing going on! So, most of my meals will be a protein and double veggies this month. With a little fruit and some nuts (Sparingly. Nuts are often my downfall when attempting to lose weight) here and there.
- Accountability. One of the reasons I started blogging in the first place (was that really 4 years ago?!) was the accountability and support. I've decided to get back to vlogging this month. I'm not sure I'll get daily vlogs done, but I will vlog at least once a week. I'll be sharing my meals, workouts, steps, thoughts, struggles, etc. Call me out on this if I don't get it done!
How are you doing? Do you struggle through the holidays with your food choices and fitness?