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P90X3 Week 4, Barrel Racing, Etc

Another week has snuck by us! I had a quick, yet exhausting week...Thank goodness it was recovery week with X3!!! Last weekend, I entered a 3 day barrel race and won almost $700! This was thrilling because I haven't barrel raced consistently in years and it was EXACTLY what I needed to jump back in! I did not get enough sleep over the weekend though so the week was a challenge. I also helped put on a health fair this week at the hospital...this led to late nights and less sleep! Last night I went to bed at 9pm and didn't get up until after 6am! That is a LONG time in bed for me!

Anyways, this week was recovery week for X3 and I am so glad for it!! It was nice to take it easy with my workouts considering my exhaustion lol. I did slack a little on my nutrition, but that is ok because I can tighten the boot straps next week :)

As usual, I took my progress picture for the week this morning :) I am seeing a lot more lean muscle in my body since beginning X3 almost 4 weeks ago!! I am still tweaking my nutrition but am really LOVING the new plan I am on :) More below on that ;)



I have to give a shoutout to my hubby this week...He supported me all the way from Indiana last weekend via MANY texts, videos, and phone calls. I was so thankful to have him being my cheerleader while at the barrel race even though he was out of town! Hearing him say that he was PROUD of me was awesome!! Also, this week, he did a great job of picking up my slack with cooking and other things around the house :) That is what marriage is all about!


Ok lastly....my nutrition. For 4 weeks (I think), I have been experimenting with Intermittent Fasting. I decided to change to this schedule of eating after a lot of research and talking with friends who did it. I really feel like it works great for me as I LOVE to eat more in the evening time. I still am eating the same whole foods and portion sizes, but have simply adjusted my schedule. I now eat 10am, 12pm (on workdays) or 2pm when at home, and finally at 6pm. For more information on IF, please check out this website...

http://jamesclear.com/the-beginners-guide-to-intermittent-fasting

Things I LOVE about IF:

1) I feel full at night so I don't do mindless snacking right before bed
2) My abs are more defined
3) My day does not revolve around food
4) I don't have to pack as much food if any at all while out running errands

Please keep in mind that you HAVE to do what works best for you when it comes to nutrition. This certainly won't work for everyone :)

Here is my meal plan:

Meal 1Meal 2Meal 3
FRIDAYBreakfast Bowl and ShakeoChicken Salad Chicken Fajitas and Apple with AB
SATURDAYProtein Pancakes with Almond ButterChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologyLondon Broil, Asparagus, Sweet Potatoes
SUNDAYToast, Scrambled Eggs, ShakeoChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologyMom's
MONDAYBoiled eggs with Sweet PotatoesChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologyGrass Fed Burger with Sweet Potatoes, Apple with AB
TUESDAYBoiled eggs with Sweet PotatoesChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologyExtreme Fix Chili and Apple with AB
WEDNESDAYBoiled eggs with Sweet PotatoesChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologyChicken Fajitas and Apple with AB
THURSDAYBoiled eggs with Sweet PotatoesChicken Salad with Avocado and ShakeologySteak, Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli and Apple with AB

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