The Life of Lorian ~

I think it's time to bring back the blog

2012-10-20T23:23:00.001-04:00

I'm back... Get ready!

Diet LIFE

2011-03-30T21:55:00.002-04:00

So I realized the diet doesn't need a "name", it's diet life.. a way of life! So far this week I'm feeling GREAT. Lots of fruits, veggies, greek yogurt and cottage cheese. I haven't even felt like gorging on this diet because I love all the food I'm eating. When you eat good, you feel good! And I decided instead of going buck wild on the weekends because it's the weekend I'm going to have 1 cheat meal, 1 treat. And of course that cheat meal will be a sushi dinner out. I used to snack constantly because for some reason I thought the weekends just didn't count! It was my excuse to pick up anything in sight and EAT it! I realized I need to make a more conscious effort of everything I eat, no matter what day or time. I know in the long run this is going to pay off. Feelin better already :)

The corny diet :)

2011-03-27T08:49:00.004-04:00

I had a few "aha" moments this week. I also had a few minor freak outs! Most revolved around my diet. For the last 4 weeks I was trying the 4 hour body diet- a slow carb diet. I lost 4 pounds in the first week and never lost anymore along the way. (Why does the number 4 keep popping up? I need to play the lottery). By the end of last week I did not want to look at BEANS anymore! I didn't feel the diet was working for me. I also felt like I was eating a lot more than I usually would, and I really missed fruit! Someone that also will not be mentioned is currently doing a high fat diet- very similar to Atkins. That means full fat mayos, dressings, cheeses, etc. I haven't had full fat mayo in years. I tried it for 1 day and my stomach totally rejected it! Yes, with anything you have to give it a fair chance, but I realized I need to stop! breathe! and listen to my body! I've done Atkins before, and I lost a lot of weight, but that's when I had a lot of weight to lose. I also don't remember feeling very healthy while doing it- eating eggs, bacon, cheese, pepperoni. I pretty much felt gross but weight was melting off! Thinking back, when I felt the best, was when I first got out of college. I was hitting the gym 5-6 days a week, and eating what I knew I should be eating. I was in the best shape of my life so far. Think about it- we all know what we "should" eat. If we're making excuses of why we should be eating something, we shouldn't be eating it! So, this week I start with doing the "Lorian" diet (corny I know, but I haven't put a lot of thought in the name). I went out yesterday and bought wheat bread (gasp, carbs!) watermelon, strawberries, pineapples, grapes, apples, greek yogurt, veggies, tuna, chicken, etc. I'm going to go back to eating what I feel is what I should be eating, and hitting the gym harder- no more excuses! I hope I get back to the shape I was before, but what I realized is there is no "quick fix"! Any diet where I feel I have to deprive myself eventually has an end date and usually has a freak out moment. I have a bunch of different people in my life that are putting unneeded stress on me. I need to block them out and put the emphasis on me! (Easier said than done but I'm working on it!)

4HB Week 3

2011-03-17T19:42:00.003-04:00

I'm on my third week of 4hb but I thought I would treat it like my first week. My first and second week were full of 4hb diet disasters: hormones like crazy, bloating, too many almonds, not eating until atleast 2 hrs after I woke up, and not drinking enough water.

I was disappointed when I stepped on the scale this morning, after doing everything I thought was right this week, I didn't show a huge improvement. I'm still stuck at my original 4 lb loss (from week 1!). After a little bit of a freak out, and thinking I'm done with the diet, here are the things I think I'm *still* doing wrong... Please comment if you have advice!

1. Still not drinking enough water.
2. Eating TOO much. I really stuff myself at each meal. I've never liked the feeling of being hungry.
Sample meals:
Breakfast:
-1 egg + 3 egg whites
-3 scoops spinach
-3 scoops of a mixture of rotel and black beans
-3 pcs of turkey bacon
Lunch:
-either an entire chipotle bowl (beans, chicken, lettuce, salsa, guac)
OR
-1/2 lb of ground chicken plus black beans, rotel, lettuce
2nd Lunch:
- mug or mug and a half of chicken and bean soup
Dinner:
-Either a repeat of breakfast or a salad, minus the beans
3. cheating too much on cheat day.
-I've never really eaten badly, just again probably ate too much. I have this need to stuff my face till I feel like like I'm going to puke on cheat day. Most likely this isn't needed. This week I'm going to try to make smart choices, and not just have a free for all. Maybe limit to 1 dessert?? I feel like if it's too good to be true, it probably is!
4. Haven't done cheat day right
-I wasn't drinking enough water on cheat day, or doing the jump squats. This I will try this week.

So, I'm going to give it a few more weeks. I read on another post someone tried doing a cheat day every other week and noticed instant results. I just can't believe with all the changes I have made I'm not dropping weight like crazy (no chocolate!!).

Anyway wish me luck.. and Thanks for the support! Open for all suggestions!!

First week of 4hb

2011-03-04T20:24:00.003-05:00

So, after my constant quest for skinny-ness, I am trying the 4 hour body diet. Today is day 5. Here is my recap so far, along with my thoughts/FEARS.

day 1- I "pigged out" this weekend knowing I was going to start a strict diet, so it was hard to get down my first meal. I was still full from my binge this weekend. The first day I noticed I had to remind myself to eat. First meal was scrambled eggs and beans, and turkey bacon. Second meal was a chipotle bowl. Third meal was a bowl of soup that I had to force down. And the forth meal was some chicken and veggies.

day 2-5 were tough. I don't know if its the pressure at work, or just a week of hormones, but I've been hungry! Snacking on almonds between meals and SCARFING down my meals at the 4 hour mark. The other hard part, is relying on eating w/ my coworkers at lunch. If it gets pushed back an hour, that means my dinner is being pushed back. So far as late as 10 and 11 this week! One thing I have noticed is how much and how often I'm used to eating!

This was my pre 4hb diet.. no lie!

breakfast: oatmeal and rasins
about 2 hours later: nutrigrain or protein bar
lunch: lean cusine & a bag of baked chips
snack: 100 calorie cookies or protein bar
snack when I got home while making dinner- something random
dinner-- usually eggs and toast or peanut butter and jelly or sometimes both.
what this adds up = a bunch of crap!!!

What I've been eating now:
breakfast: scrambled eggs and egg whites, black beans, spinach, tomatoes, and turkey bacon or sausage
lunch: chiptole bowl, or my own bowl: chicken, lettuce, beans, tomatos, peppers
2nd lunch: chicken "no tortilla" soup
dinner: either some more eggs scrambled or some more soup plus some baked veggies

So far, I feel ok. Again like I said this week has been rough since I've put a lot of pressure on myself. I noticed I need to drink more water. I also think I maybe should even increase my first or second meal because I've been hungry.

From Monday to Friday morning I've lost 4 lbs!!! That should be motivation in enough to keep going. However, here are my fears... I did Atkins before, a pretty similar diet.. I was losing 5 lbs a week. I was constantly hungry, and even cried when I just wanted chocolate! I lost 30 lbs, and felt fabulous! But then I slowly added carbs back, and gained all the weight back!! I feel like I'm missing my "go to's" of 100 calorie packs, nutrigrain bars, and protein bars.. and wonder if I'll be able to resist. I don't want to lose this weight to gain it back.

... I guess.. I'm just... nervous....

My life resolutions...

2011-01-30T21:16:00.004-05:00

So I realized today I need to get my life together. I took a new career this year which has had it's pro's and cons. I've had to take a step back to be able to take a step forward again. I really need to just knock any negative thoughts about my career change out of my head and simply think of it in this way.

Some of my LIFE resolutions...

1. I need to plan more. Plan my meals. Plan my evenings. Plan my workouts. Plan ME time.
2. I need to say NO more. Put myself first. I realized I hate leaving the house Friday nights. I like coming home, getting wine, and relaxing. No dressing up, no running out the door. Again- this relates back to me time.
3. I need to say THANK YOU more, along with I love you, and I appreciate you.
4. I need to stop working so much, and leave work at work. Again this goes back to the planning. Plan what I need to get done in a day, week, etc. and move on. Right now I think work should just be income for the rest of your life and no more.
5. Budget. I need to erase my debts.
6. Live more simply. Sell my unneeded things on ebay.
7. Run more. Work out more. Take yoga. Take Zumba.
8. Stress less. Breathe in, breathe out, and move on.

...more to come... I encourage you to make your own lists!

My Bucket List

2011-01-12T21:48:00.002-05:00

I've been thinking lately, I need to make a bucket list. A reasonable bucket list. Something to live for. What would be on YOUR bucket list?

-Visit Italy
-Gamble in Vegas
-Have a glass of wine in napa valley
-Run the broad street run
-Walk down the beach in a bikini with no cover up!

More to add and hopefully cross off too!

New Years 2011

2011-01-02T17:51:00.002-05:00

Happy New Year all!

Resolutions for 2011:
-Run the broad street run
-get down to my goal weight of XXX
(about 25 lb weight loss)
-get out of credit card debt
-organize my life.

What are your resolutions for 2011?

I made 10 for 2010 and I kept 4. Hopefully this year I can actually keep the ones I make.

I'm ready for my biggest loser weight loss challenge vs. my sister. We weigh in tomorrow, and it's a 9 week competition. I feel so much better when I'm eating right, working out, and my jeans are not cutting off circulation.

Here to 2011!

today

2010-07-25T13:47:00.002-04:00

Just finished a buffalo chicken wrap- feeling ok.. feeling a little guilty.. feeling the chunks of chicken were a little big for my liking.. which made me realize exactly what I was doing..
.. still torn...

I'm torn!

2010-07-24T09:22:00.002-04:00

So, I realized this world just is not veg/vegan friendly. Whenever we get take out or something quick I'm forced to either a plain salad (boring, not going to fill me up) or tunafish (yes, still eating fish) but we all know tunafish salad from wawa or delivery is just full of fat- mayo, oil, etc. I've been thinking I missed my grilled chicken sandwhiches- grilled chicken, buffalo sauce, and I'm in heaven. So last night Brad ordered chicken tenders and told me to try one.. and I did.. I had 2.. and they were everything I was missing.. So now I'm torn.. Add chicken back in my diet? I was never really a red meat or pork products eater so I can still do without them. I just don't know.. I'm torn.. and Brad has me on a time schedule ofcourse so I gotta go.. but what do you think??

Damn you, wii fit

2010-05-31T22:53:00.005-04:00

After stepping on my wii fit this weekend and it telling me I went from "normal" to "overweight" I decided enough is enough and I need to get serious. I keep making excuses that I'm too tired or too tired from work to work out. And I always find excuses of why I need to eat junk. I did well this weekend except for my mom's homemade potato salad, pasta salad, and homemade strawberry shortcake trifle. Oh well, it was a Holiday and tomorrow is a new day.

I tried a new work out today of sprinting on the treadmill for 20 seconds, stepping off for 20 seconds, and going back to 20 seconds of sprinting. It made the time go by a lot faster, and was a nice change to just a standard run on a treadmill. I'm going to try to do this a few times a week.

I still need to try out delran amerikick. I really really like Marlton, and all the people there, however I can't keep driving 30 mins when there's a gym down the street from me. I just need to get over my fear and GO. (by the way if anyone wants to try it out with me, let me know : P )

anyway.. so maybe my new years pledge to myself has yet to work.. maybe my Memorial Day pledge will...

7 Ways to Look Like a Bikini Model - MSN Health & Fitness - Fitness

2010-05-31T22:18:00.000-04:00

7 Ways to Look Like a Bikini Model - MSN Health & Fitness - Fitness

I'm back b*tches

2010-04-19T14:20:00.002-04:00

Hey all..
Long time, no post.
Well the summer is rolling around and I still need to get in swimsuit shape! I've been taking kickboxing classes at Amerikick on Rt. 70 twice a week and boy oh boy are they tough! I'm instantly dripping in sweat. It's an hour long but it is 1 tough hour! I leave there feeling so great. And I think it's really made me feel like I can do anything if I can make it through this class without giving up. I also feel now I could kick anyones ass if need be :) I just need to figure out how to keep my pedicure pristine during the summer with these classes!
Also, on Saturday I ran the 5k "run for clean air". Now I feel totally hooked! Anyone know any runs coming up? Anyone want to join on my running bandwagon? I found this website "Running in the USA" that lists all runs by States and Months that are coming up. I'm so proud of myself that I ran the entire 5 k without stopping. I know its not much of an accomplishment but its a start! So thats about 3.2 miles, right? So now I just have to train to do more. Eventually I would love to do the Broad Street Run which is in May and is 10 miles. Maybe next year!
I just wish my all around attitude was a little more positive right now. I feel if I get a new job, and get more into what I want to be doing with my life, that would make me a lot happier. Right now I really feel like that's the only piece thats missing.

Hope everyone out there is doing well. Leave some comments. Any good places to run? Tips on training?

Happy Spring :)

Back by popular demand..

2010-02-22T22:04:00.002-05:00

Did you guys miss me?

Ok so between all the snow and Valentines day chocolates I may have slighly been thrown off my diet. Still no meat/dairy but add a lot of alcohol and sweets! Brad got me lindor truffles for Valentines day- yum. And they're not gone yet!
Also, I've really been craving beer lately! The last few weekend I've had a few blue moons. I can't be doing that because beer instantly puts weight on me. So I'm asking if anyone out there has a good low cal alcoholic drink. I don't drink soda since I've read its really nothing you should put in your body and it can make your ass lumpy! lol I'm serious. Once I read that I swore off all soda. So I need a soda-less low cal drink. My usual go-to's are ofcourse wine (did I even have to type that) and bloody marys. Sometimes I'll have a vodka and crystal light. Any suggestions?
So today I signed up for 2x a week kickboxing classes. Let me just say if these classes don't kill me first then I think I'll be in great shape for summer. I stayed at work tonight till 6 and went to a 6:30 class. Oh man, it was tough for a Monday workout. And since I didn't eat dinner before I went I felt a little pukish. But I thought it would be even worse on a full belly. If anyone is interested in taking a class let me know. They are pricey, but I can tell this will work. It's also super fun to just wail out on a punching bag. This was my treat to myself with my pending tax return money. All the girls in the class are super tiny so it must do something!
Anyway, I will try to update this more.
I need to find some quick easy vegan dinners to make. I hope to make it to the grocery store/trader joes this weekend so hopefully I'll have an update for you on what I decided to make.

Make it a good one!

2 things

2010-02-04T23:19:00.002-05:00

1. do NOT buy the "simply asia" miso soup. Gross! Stick with the other brand at Target, I think its called Annie Chungs, and it comes in an off white squarish bowl

2. Found this website and thought it was pretty cool www.freecycle.org People giving away / trading every day things instead of throwing them away.

It's been a long week. Will blog more this weekend. Night all.

I feel inspired!

2010-01-30T14:27:00.003-05:00

So Just a quick post but I love how I'm inspiring people to eat better and work out! I know I'm a faux vegan (Still eat fish), but just the fact that people are actually changing their diets really makes me so proud! Even if you could just give up chicken, beef, greasy fast food.. every little step counts! And I've inspired others to try Jillian Michaels (The best workouts ever).. so I'm feeling great!
Just got done Jillian Michael's "No more Trouble zones", going to have some carrots and hummus, and then off for some much needed shopping with the boyfriend..
I'm still waiting for my body to turn around. I feel I haven't lost pounds since I went faux vegan, but I do just feel much better all over, and I feel my hair and skin look better also.. now if I could just lose the thighs!!!

Have a great weekend everyone!! :)

yummy miso soup

2010-01-25T22:55:00.002-05:00

Ok, so I've been super boring lately, but it's Monday and I'm tired, but I wanted to share a new exciting find of mine. At Target it their ethnic foods aisle they have vegan miso soup for about $2.00. It comes in a little microwavable bowl, and you just need to add the water and heat. It was pretty good and an exciting find for me!!
Also, my favorite thing lately is homemade pizzas (Cheeseless). It's amazing how good a pizza can be without the cheese! From Trader Joe's you can buy flatbreads seasoned with olive oil and sea salt.. and I just add some marinara sauce ( again Trader Joe's has a great marinara sauce) and some pizza seasoning and garlic powder and pop it in the toaster oven. delish!
I was proud of myself today for still making it to the gym even though I stayed at work late, and ran/walked on the treadmill for 50 mins. When you're feelin flabby, nothing is better than a good run and sweat!
OOH! Last good find: Vanilla Chai Tea bags at Target. Delish! My new favorite thing to have as dessert.
Ok, since I gave out so many good tips, I can call it quits. Night all!

workout: 50 mins walk/run
stomach: feeling good! ( finally after the stomach bug!)
mood: tired
alochol: none!

7 Delicious Vegan Recipes

2010-01-23T13:35:00.001-05:00

7 Delicious Vegan Recipes

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Time to get back to reality

2010-01-23T13:31:00.002-05:00

So I haven't blogged ( or worked out ) in a few days bc I have some sort of stomach bug. Its not fun, and has kept me close to my house at all times.. lol.. and thats all I want to say about that. You would think after a little over 24 hrs of this I would be feeling thin but I'm def not!
I hope to get in a good workout tomorrow when I hope to be fully recovered.
Anyway I stumbled upon this sit on msn and thought I'd share (next blog)
Again I would like to make some vegan friends!!

did someone say cresent rolls?

2010-01-20T22:40:00.001-05:00

I did not work out tonight and I feel like the pillsbury doughboy. Let this be a lesson to me for the next time I'm feeling lazy.

Also, I need some ideas on QUICK veg dinners. I made rice/bean/salsa burritos the last 2 nights but they sit a little heavy in my stomach.

.. packing my gym bag for tomorrow

oh so tired

2010-01-19T22:54:00.000-05:00

Ok, so I'm too tired to blog today..
But I was proud that even though I was very tired I still hit up the eliptical for 40 mins and the treadmill for 20 mins.
And my body is still screaming from jillian michaels yesterday.
Tomorrow I hope to repeat the Jillian Michaels dvd.

Does anyone watch the biggest loser? I really hate the red team. The wife is eeeevil. I think Jillian Michaels is going to kick her butt next episode.

Night all

From the Dr. Oz Website: Black Bean Brownies

2010-01-18T22:34:00.002-05:00

Jillian Michaels

2010-01-18T21:57:00.002-05:00

Hi All,

Happy MLK day.

Today I woke up and did Jillian Michael's "No more trouble zone's". Shout out to Ashley to turning me on to Jillian Michael's dvds. It definately doesn't get any easier evey time I do her workouts. They are intense, and I'm always crying out in pain. Brad made a good point today that 'if they're such tough workouts, why don't you just do that everyday?' So I think I'm going to try to do that atleast twice a week. They say you shouldn't repeat your workouts or your body will stop responding to it. Also, I like going to the gym and getting out for awhile. It's my 'me' time. So I think I'm going to try to mix up the dvd workouts with cardio at the gym. I'll let you know my progress.
I jumped on the wii fit this morning because my scale needs batteries and according to the wii fit I'm the EXACT weight I was 188 days ago. Atleast I'm consistent.
I splurged a little tonight with a glass of red wine and a rice cake and peanut butter. I feel fuller than usual... but not much harm done.
I wish I had off every day.. to get a nice work out in, in the morning (etum, early afternoon), and to have my evenings free... but that ain't happenin.
Also, on Saturday I started a Jillian Michael's detox cleanse. They're pills you take in the morning and evening to 'jump start' your weight loss, by detoxifying your body. I'll let you know if see any difference with that (Another reason why I should have skipped the red wine tonight).
Anyway time to get ready for bed. Atleast it's a short week for me. Biggest Loser on tomorrow night! yay.

Night night all :)

Mood: tired
Diet today: normal except for the slip up with the red wine
exercise: 1 hr jillian michael's dvd
alcohol: 1 glass red wine
stomach: full / but not upset

Good Finds vs. Bad Finds

2010-01-17T23:20:00.005-05:00

Just a few thoughts on good places to eat vs. Bad places to eat for a vegetarian/vegan

my #1 good place to eat: Panera
-you can always find something fresh
my picks:
Veggie sandwhich w/out the feta.. the bread is awesome, and its made with a red pepper hummus, yum!
Veggie soup w/ pesto= delish!
Creamy tomato soup (for vegetarians, not vegan).. this is really good, and filling
#2 Sushi
whether your a vegetarian or vegan, you can always create a yummy roll
get it with brown rice and it tastes even better and is healthier
My picks: Mikado in Mooorestown, the shop rite in Mt. Laurel, and actually the sushi to go place in the cherry hill mall food court.. they roll it right in front of you.
#3 pei wei
Many vegetarian options with tofu and brown rice.. delish!
#4 grocery stores
Trader Joes, whole foods, wegmans, shop rite and Target
Even target carries a bunch of the morningstar products, and they're cheap there
Trader Joes is a vegetarian/vegan heaven. I go once a month and stock up. And they're cheap!

Stay away from:
1. TGIFridays
I could barely find anything to eat there, everything is loaded with either chicken or cheese
2. The Tropicana
After spending a night there drinking and just wanting to get a bite to eat before heading home, I could not find ANYTHING unless I wanted to eat lettuce. Very disappointing. I was ready to eat at hooters in they only carried veggie burgers!!
3. Takeout
Good luck finding something from the local pizzeria that you can eat. My fall back is a tomato pie. Mikes in delran actually has really good fried eggplant. So if you want something 'bad' for you, go for the Tomato pie w/ eggplant.

Please feel free to add your own!

My life

2010-01-16T20:43:00.002-05:00