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Posted by: Scarface30

that looks like one tasty meal for sure!

mmm Thanksgiving..I already had mine damnit!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brutus_G

I remember when i got a groin injury took forever to fucking heal.

I'm hoping this is minor enough that it doesn't really slow me down.

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scarface30

that looks like one tasty meal for sure!

mmm Thanksgiving..I already had mine damnit!

That's what you get for being a Cunuck.

Posted by: boilermaker

hey py, speaking of shortshop, we picked up Renteria here

Remember him well from my St. Louis Days.

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah...better hope he does better than his last AL trip (with Boston).

Posted by: Pylon

Got to the gym for leg day, but all it took was one squat rep under load to let me know I'll be taking some time off. The groin did NOT care for that one bit.

Not a total waste, though. Did 30 min on the bike. Plan to do chest/bi/abs tomorrow, but light so I'm not in too bad of shape for the weekend.

Posted by: b_reed23

oooh....not good, I hope it gets to feeling better!!

Posted by: DeadBolt

menu looks good for turkey day bud be sure to enjoy some for me...ill be working a double

sorry to hear about the groin man what did ya do to it?

Posted by: Pylon

Pulled it a little playing in my last softball game. Feels like the joint more than the muscle, so maybe it will heal faster...

Posted by: katt

Take care of that injury Py!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Katt....doing my best.

Lefr hand feels much better, groin feels ok. Right hand is still stiff, and starting to concern me. I might get it checked out this week. It has improved, but still not all the way back. Will not be doing deadlifts tomorrow.

The family meal went well. It was some of the best turkey I've produced, I think. Cooked down the bones overnight and will be feast on turkey soup tonight. Woohoo!

Posted by: Witchblade

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Left hand feels much better, groin feels ok. Right hand is still stiff, and starting to concern me.

When you enter this page and all you read is this, you might get a bad idea of the situation.

Good luck with recovering!

Posted by: Pylon

Posted by: katt

Turkey soup is the best after Thanksgiving!!! I can't wait !

Posted by: the other half

Quote:

Originally Posted by Witchblade

When you enter this page and all you read is this, you might get a bad idea of the situation.

Good luck with recovering!

at his age,the recovery time for anything that involves the groin takes some time.

Posted by: Scarface30

mmm, left overs from Thanksgiving...best thing ever are hot turkey sandwiches

so good.

hopefully your injury is soon mended and you're back at it!

Posted by: katt

Did Canada already have it's Thanksgiving???? Or is that a stupid question???

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by the other half

at his age,the recovery time for anything that involves the groin takes some time.

Ha ha ha....wait....no, I guess that's true.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Scar. Update below.

Yes Katt, they had it a while back.

OK, so no gym time. The groin is still achy (more in the joint that the muscle) and the fingers are still stiff, though I think they are improving. Dealing with a really ugly work situation, starting to look for a new home. Anyone need an HR director?

Posted by: boilermaker

I try not to use groin, stiff and fingers in the same sentence.

Good luck with the work situation

Posted by: b_reed23

Posted by: Pylon

Happy turkey day, all!

Been traveling a little, looking for a new job and keeping my head down at the current one. I plan on making a lot of travel part of my schedule. Less time in the office is better right now.

No gym time, but trying to eat better. My hand is still bothering me a bit, might try to get it looked at. I can function, but I don't think I could do anything like deadlifts without a lot of pain.

Anyway, off to enjoy the holiday. Hope everyone is safe and happy out there!

Posted by: Brutus_G

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Thanks, Katt....doing my best.

Man your falling apart on us PY! JP so you do alot of cooking?

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, I'm the cook of the house. Did dessert for 50 today. Good times!

Posted by: Scarface30

hope you had a great Thanksgiving Py

Posted by: boilermaker

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I plan on making a lot of travel part of my schedule. Less time in the office is better right now.

Let me know if you are heading this way

Posted by: b_reed23

Hell no...if he's making dessert for 50 I hope he is heading my way!!

Posted by: boilermaker

am i in burner's journal? i don't see any workouts.

Posted by: Pylon

Hey everybody.....

Checking in on my birthday...yeah, that's right....35. No one is as surprised as me.

Work is still miserable. Working on finding a new home. I have a couple of leads. One is local, one in NC. My old boss landed in South Dakota, so if all else fails, I can go to work there.

Anyway, with all that going on, no workouts, no clean diet, no motivation. I've been pretty miserable. Hoping to get my personal issues cleared up and back on track, but I have a feeling they will continue to suck the life out of me until I get resolution with the work issue.

So, sorry I've been absent. I'll try to do better.

Posted by: b_reed23

The holidays certainly do not help with the problem either....keep your chin up Py!!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Billie.

I'm feeling better today. Been working on trying to clean up my diet. Not a lot of success, but better today. Fought through our snowstorm (a whole inch!) to the store to pick up more eggs, tuna, etc. Putting together a baked cod dish w/ steamed veggies tonight, beef barley soup tomorrow. This is most definitely soup weather, my favorite time of the year. Plus, as long as you stay away from the heavy stuff, soup can be pretty light and packed with god stuff. That should help, I think.

Posted by: Pylon

Also, Mick had "crazy hair day" at school this week. Needless to say, his was the best. (I planned it about a month in advance.

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Also attached is the boys' holiday pic.

Posted by: Pylon

A full day of clean food! Woohoo!

I'm going to celebrate by eating a whole carton of ice cream, I think...

Posted by: b_reed23

I love the boys pics! they look adorable in front of the tree, the youngest is such a chub....I love it!!!!

Posted by: Pylon

I'm not sure if it count as cardio or not, but I did get in 30 min of snow shoveling today.

The cod dish last night was OK, buy the way. Mixed reviews from the family. Soup tonight!

Posted by: Scarface30

we got the tail end of what you guys got I think...some crazy stuff!

how's it going Py? Weight for MacDonald...you must be loving it given that the Blues are already doing very well, Boyes has a very bright future I think!

Posted by: Pylon

Boyes has been a pleasant surprise. Fun to watch, no doubt!

Posted by: Brutus_G

Sometimes if im down this helps
YouTube - Broken - Seether and Amy Lee

Hope work gets better for you.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, Brut. Good tune.

OK, confession time. I've mentioned how far off the wagon I've fallen. I've been at the point that I don't even want to look at the scale. Not so much because of what it will tell me, but more because I am not in the mindset of fixing the problem. Well, as I continue to search for a new job, I've tried to pull myself around this weekend, and it has gone well so far. I have another road trip this week, which is the real challenge, so I could use some encouragement to get me through.

I forced myself onto the scale, just to measure the damage. For those of you that came late to the show, I maxed out way back when at about 350. I worked down to 240, and have been slacking ever since. This morning I came in at 284. Ugly. But I've been down this road before and know what it takes to get on track. So I've got that going for me. Which is nice.

Posted by: b_reed23

I've had trouble with motivation too Py...I've been weight training, but eating very badly, and not doing any cardio....maybe we can think of something to challenge us??? anyone??

Posted by: Burner02

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Thanks, Scar. Update below.

Yes Katt, they had it a while back.

OK, so no gym time. The groin is still achy (more in the joint that the muscle) and the fingers are still stiff, though I think they are improving. Dealing with a really ugly work situation, starting to look for a new home. Anyone need an HR director?

Colorado is a GREAT place to raise a family....and I just happen...to know a GREAT realtor!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by b_reed23

I've had trouble with motivation too Py...I've been weight training, but eating very badly, and not doing any cardio....maybe we can think of something to challenge us??? anyone??

I'm open to suggestions on that one. But I am in dire need of motivation...

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

Colorado is a GREAT place to raise a family....and I just happen...to know a GREAT realtor!

Actually, Colorado is on my list of "would relocate" list, along with Florida, California, Chicago, Texas and North Carolina (just because I know someone there...more on this below...)

Of course, I would need a reason to move there before I need a realtor. But if something comes along, I'll be sure to let you know.

Posted by: Pylon

Did good on food today. Otherwise it sucked. I've had the same headache for the last three days. It runs from behind my left eye to the back of my skull.

Found out that I am out of the running for the local gig with the great company. It was a longshot anyway. They want a recruiter. I've done some recruiting, but not enough for what they want. No big surprise, but still a disappointment. It's that kind of thing that makes me question my value, you know?

Anyway, my friend's wife has got my info to their HR VP for the gig in NC. It's another great company, and a job that I may actually be qualified to tackle. I'd at least like to get an interview on this one.

My old boss was in town and pitched me again on his company. I would jump in a second...if it weren't in South Dakota. But it's good to know that if all else goes to crap, I've got a job there if I need it.

Posted by: katt

Yep, I'm in the "need of motivation" boat myself.... well,, I have been going to the gym,,,, but my eating has been,,, well....... slacking.. lol

Posted by: Burner02

u are doing better than me, then Ms. Katt!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

Yep, I'm in the "need of motivation" boat myself.... well,, I have been going to the gym,,,, but my eating has been,,, well....... slacking.. lol

My eating has not been slacking at all. That's the problem!

Posted by: Pylon

On the road to Memphis today. Ended up eating breakfast in the car (I got a late start thanks to the wife...always a nice way to start a trip!) - two Fiber1 bars and a large black coffee. Just finishing up lunch now (a couple of grilled chicken soft tacos and three or four chips, not too bad).

I'll get to Memphis around 2 or so. My hotel has a pretty good workout room. Well, it looks good. I haven't actually stepped foot in it on my previous trips.

So Burner, my question to you is what can you do TODAY to get closer to your goal.

TODAY I will complete my eating with a light dinner and I will do at least 30 minutes of cardio before bed.

Posted by: Burner02

I'll look to match you, mi amigo!

Posted by: Pylon

Slight change of plans. Just finished my 30 minutes of cardio (bike), as promised. Now I will have the dinner.

So, Burner...what did you do today?

Posted by: Pylon

Dinner was a large but simple grilled chicken salad. Now a movie. Review to follow.

Posted by: Pylon

Saw "I Am Legend" tonight. Very well done. I highly recommend it.

I have also decided that I need to become rich enough to never have to share a theater with other people again. Hey folks, if the movie has started, shut your mouth. It's ok to gasp, or scream, or cry, or laugh as appropriate, but no commentary is needed. Is that such a tough concept?

Posted by: Burner02

I enjoy the idiots who's cell phone goes off....even though...on the screen prior to the movie begins...they ask u to turn them off....guess these people are too important to be courteous.

Am listening to a good book on CD right now. Its called:The Traveler's Gift.
Really interesting. Might want to look into it...

Posted by: Pylon

Really....is it going to help you reach your goals? Will it help you TODAY? If not, what will you do TODAY?

(If you hadn't guessed, I kinda like this new approach.)

For myself, so far today I have changed hotels (the wireless wasn't working, and that was preventing me from moving closer to my goal of finding a new job), I have picked up a pack of protein shakes (which will keep my metabolism going between meals, as well as prevent me from eating junk food) and invested in some serious sinus headache medicine (which will make me feel better, enabling me to work out later today).

Posted by: Burner02

yep-
and today...I've got to go turn in an offer for clients.

I watched this video on hotels...blech...een nice ones...does the one your at provide glasses or plastic cups?
Also, no that I've seen that...don't want to be on the bed spread either...

Posted by: Pylon

Glass...and they stay right where they are. I usually either grab a coke zero from the local merchant or use my travel mug. I don't go all Howie Mandel, but I'm aware of the hotel room danger zones and do my best to avoid them.

Posted by: b_reed23

how soon do you get to go home, watcha doing in Memphis??

Posted by: Pylon

Here until Friday. I am doing three things. 1) Visiting our manufacturing plant, since I am the interim HR person for them, 2) staying out of the office back home, since it is the last place I want to be right now, and 3) trying to stay out of the BBQ joints.

I was struggling with it a little tonight, so I treated myself to sushi. It's a nice indulgence, and way less damaging than the big greasy burger I wanted. Sure hit the spot!

Posted by: Pylon

So, here is what I did today...

- changed hotel to improved internet access
- ate clean, including avoiding a problem at dinner with sushi
- 30 min bike cardio (4 hills)

Good day...

Posted by: Pylon

It's all about honesty, folks. Full disclosure.

Did good at breakfast. Lunch, however, was a catered affair at the office. Had a sandwich. And some bbq chicken wings. And cake. And a slice of pecan pie. And a little more cake.

So...for the rest of the day, I will avoid the leftovers (and there are lots...and they are calling me...). I will eat a grilled chicken salad from the sub shop next to the hotel for dinner. I will do a 5K on the treadmill, regardless of the time it takes. And I will send out no less than 10 resumes before bed.

Posted by: Burner02

...next time those sweets call out to you...pyyyyloooonnn....ohh...pyyyllloooooonnnn.... just stand up and yell: GET BEHIND ME SATAN!
(don't worry about the strange looks you will get from anybody that may happen to be looking at you...)

Posted by: Pylon

I tried, but they apparently thought I said "get inside me", so it didn't work out so well. For either of us.

The good news is I haven't had any desire to eat more of it. And they are next to the coffee, so I've had to pass by them.

Posted by: Burner02

way to go! I passsed up on some chocolate covered pretzels the other day..

Posted by: Malley

When are you coming to Alton Py?

Posted by: Pylon

Burner: Good for you! Baby steps, man.

D: No idea. Would love to get over to Fast Eddies sometime. If I get someone to watch the boys, I might head over with the wife. If so, I'll let you know and maybe y'all can join us for a cold beverage.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, picked up the salad, but wasn't really hungry, so I went ahead and got in my 5K, as promised. Nice easy pace, 51:30 total. Not too bad, considering I haven't been on a mill in a month or so.

Now off to dinner!

Posted by: b_reed23

your right .... baby steps, I love this new attitude Py!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Hey, it's working so far...

BTW, did not submit the resumes as I intended, but for good reason. Did not find anything of interest out there, so I held back. But I did spend the time looking, which is what really matters.

Posted by: Brutus_G

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Hey, it's working so far...

BTW, did not submit the resumes as I intended, but for good reason. Did not find anything of interest out there, so I held back. But I did spend the time looking, which is what really matters.

Im busy looking for a job to P. Nice work on that run and as long as your outta breath you did a good job.

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

is that like...searching for porn? I looked...at all the video, but didn't actually buy them?

Posted by: Malley

Oh I love Fast Eddies, such good food as well.

Posted by: Triple Threat

Lots of interesting stuff in here. Good luck with the job search.

Posted by: Burner02

Was'sup, PY!
May you and your family have a Merrry Christmas!

Posted by: b_reed23

Merry Christmas!!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks all!

So, no workouts since getting home. Xmas parties and all that go with them. But I'm ready to reset. Shopping tonight for food, going to pull out some old faves from the recipe thread. Will be pounding out some of Jodi's cottage cheese meatloaf, some chicken, tomato and basil soup, garlic lime shrimp and pepper steak over the next few nights.

I will also commit to 30 minutes on the bike tonight.

Posted by: Pylon

Did the meatloaf thing...smiles all around. Added lots of mushrooms, spinach and red peppers, plus veggies and brown rice. Good times.

Really didn't feel like cardio, but did it anyway. Actually went 40 minutes instead of 30. (2 games of Xbox NHL.)

Posted by: b_reed23

Posted by: Pylon

Oatmeal for breakfast (instant, but still...), almonds for a snack, big salad with chicken for lunch. Doing well.

One last party tonight, but I'll take it easy, I promise.

Posted by: katt

Looks like you're right on track!! Garlic lime shrimp sounds so good!!

Posted by: Malley

Dude I work out at 2 O'clock each and everyday in Alton so if your interested let me know.....

Posted by: Pylon

2:00 in Alton? I'm all the way in Chesterfield!

Posted by: Brutus_G

You are a good cook P. You ever considered starting a restaurant? I'm not kidding ether seems like you enjoy it. Merry Christmas to you!

Posted by: Malley

Just throwing it out there......

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brutus_G

You are a good cook P. You ever considered starting a restaurant? I'm not kidding ether seems like you enjoy it. Merry Christmas to you!

Nah, I'd never want it to become work. It's too much fun.

Posted by: Pylon

Ended up making mango shrimp for dinner. Came out great. Very pleased to add that one to the rotation.

Also got back pics from a party we went to a month ago. I look worse than I thought. I hate cameras.

I think I'll hang that one on the fridge.

Posted by: katt

now Mango Shrimp?? YUM!!!

I think you should post your picture

Posted by: b_reed23

I also think you should post that recipe!! I love mango...I made a protein shake with it the other day...and it was the best!!!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, I'll stick the recipe on the board.

As for the pic, it's actually a old style "printed" picture...if you can remember those. I'll get a current one to post up, just to motivate myself from shame.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, shrimp posted.

Also, did 40 min on the bike tonight, capping off a decent day. Had a spinach, bacon and egg panini for breakfast, but after that diet was spot on. I'd call it a good day overall.

Posted by: SamEaston

Hey Py!

I love home cooking - i had forgotten how much i loved it until i came home for Christmas! Of course, now im about 8lb heavier than i was when i left London

You would be disappointed if you came to my house for tea - it would be beans on toast from me im afraid. And if i was feeling really adventurous, i would put cheese on it! I know, im crap!

Posted by: Pylon

Beans on toast? What kind of beans? Black, navy, pinto, refried...um...green?

Posted by: Pylon

Did the beef and snow peas from the forum tonight. I high recommend it!

Passing up cardio tonight. I have developed Xbox thumb, and need a break. Besides, I'm watching the Pats and Giants go at it.

Having friends over for dinner tomorrow, and have worked to put together a menu that will fit in with the food plan. Making a roasted pork loin with a cranberry glaze, ginger carrots and twice baked potatoes with LF cheese, all followed by a FF chocolate cheesecake parfait. I'll let you know how it turns out.

Posted by: DOMS

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Originally Posted by Pylon

Beans on toast? What kind of beans? Black, navy, pinto, refried...um...green?

PORK AND BEANS!!!

YouTube Video

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Posted by: Brutus_G

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Beans on toast? What kind of beans? Black, navy, pinto, refried...um...green?

Baked i believe.

Posted by: Pylon

Well that doesn't sound too bad. OK, next time I'm in the UK, I'm stopping in.

Posted by: Burner02

hey...uh...shame is MY realm, pal...find your own!
Howya doin' Py! Big plans for the night?

Posted by: Pylon

Nope, no plans to speak of. Got a nice batch of stew working, but otherwise nada. Yourself?

Posted by: Burner02

lookin' like I am gonna go and work at the club tonight.
had to be at work. So, can't go to Breckenridge to 'board then do New Year's there, and that girl I took out the other night, she's got to work..so don't want to sit around the house...could be fun.

Posted by: katt

Happy New Years Py! Sounds like you're a cooking maniac these days. !

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burner02

lookin' like I am gonna go and work at the club tonight.
had to be at work. So, can't go to Breckenridge to 'board then do New Year's there, and that girl I took out the other night, she's got to work..so don't want to sit around the house...could be fun.

Hey, extra cash beats sitting at home alone, right?

So the date went well?

Posted by: Burner02

I...think so....she is busy...you'll love it when I tell ya what she does for a living...need toget to that 3rd date...first....
She's working tonight, so wanted to hang with her...

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

Happy New Years Py! Sounds like you're a cooking maniac these days. !

Thanks Katt!

Yeah, doing my best to eat clean, which means cooking it myself. Grilled up a batch of chicken yesterday since it was nice. Will probably throw down on some gumbo tomorrow. (Not all that clean, but better than going out. )

Also had friends over for dinner. did a pork roast (brined, so nice and juicy) with a cranberry sauce glaze, ginger glazed carrots and 2x baked potatoes. Again, not all that clean, but planned to be "controlled" I guess. Dessert was a parfait made with FF SF pudding and FF cool whip. The wife complained about the SF ingredients at first, but nary a word once she started eating. I think the cool whip balances out the aspartame aftertaste. Overall, a pretty good meal.

Posted by: katt

I did a whole "New Orleans" thing last New Years.... I made Emerils file gumbo... it was awesome!!! I love that stuff!!!

Posted by: Pylon

I go with Alton Brown (as I do for many other recipes). Check it out. It's great.

Shrimp Gumbo Recipe: Recipes: Food Network

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

I did a whole "New Orleans" thing last New Years.... I made Emerils file gumbo... it was awesome!!! I love that stuff!!!

I was more picturing you flashing for beads...and video evidence was abound...well...one can hope!

Posted by: katt

Hey Now!!!!

Posted by: Brutus_G

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

I did a whole "New Orleans" thing last New Years.... I made Emerils file gumbo... it was awesome!!! I love that stuff!!!

BAM!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by katt

Hey Now!!!!

Right now?

Posted by: Pylon

Made a Flemish stew tonight (kinda Belgian, but not really). Good stuff. Plus it is getting cold and windy. Stew weather.
Happy new year, all!

Posted by: SamEaston

Happy New Year from Scotland, Pylon!

All the best for 2008!!

Posted by: Pylon

Scotland? I'm not sure my Irish heritage will allow me to accept, but thanks!

BTW, ever heard the joke about the Irishman and the Scot in the bathroom together? The Irishman zips up and starts to leave. The Scot calls out "You know, in Scotland, we teach our children to wash their hands after they urinate!" The Irishman replies "Well, in Ireland, we teach our children not to urinate on their hands!"

Posted by: Scarface30

you are a cooking machine Py! I bet with all that great sounding food you were a favourite in the kitchen over Christmas! I hope you had a great holiday!

did you happen to catch the Outdoor Classic, Pittsburgh vs. Buffalo? good game, nice winning goal in the shootout by Crosby

Posted by: Pylon

Yeah, left you a note about it as well. I was mostly watching Mizzou pummel Arkansas, but saw all of the 3rd and OT/SO.

Posted by: Pylon

Getting the new year off to the right start. Diet was clean today: frittata this morning (which is basically a crustless egg pie...eggs, smoked turkey sausage, LF cheese, peppers, mushrooms), turkey soup for lunch, gumbo for dinner. Just finished 40 min on the bike, now hitting some SF jello to finish it off. Good start!

Posted by: b_reed23

yours was better than mine

Posted by: Pylon

Scale reading for the new year (and the benchmark going forward) is 278. That puts me down 7 from a week or two ago, which is good. I'm sure some of that is when/how much I had eaten the day before, but not all. As always, getting a few days of clean eating and cardio has me on the right track. Now just need to maintain.

Posted by: katt

Hi Py - sounds like you're starting the new year off great!!

Posted by: soxmuscle

Look at you. 7 pounds dropped in a week, eggs, sugar free jello. 2008 is here.

Posted by: b_reed23

looks great Py!! how bout a recipe for your frittata too?? I've never made one before and I'm always lookin for something new!

Posted by: Pylon

Yup, rolling along. Leftover frittata for breakfast, salads for lunch and dinner. Good times.

There really isn't a recipe for mine. I chop us some green stuff (asparagus and spinach usually), some red or yellow peppers, some meat (smoked turkey sausage is nice) and mushrooms. I give them a little saute in very little olive oil, then pour on a container of egg beaters (or 8 or so eggs whipped with a little milk for volume). Throw on the stove and cook a little while stirring, just until the bottom starts to get solid. Then throw under the broiler. Keep an eye on it until it firms up, then pull out and let rest for 10 min or so (to make sure the inside finishes cooking). Done.

I use a 10" non stick pan, so it makes 6 good sized servings.

Posted by: Pylon

Good ending. 40+ minutes on the bike, SF lemon jello. I may have a new favorite flavor.

Posted by: katt

I think I'm the only one that can't stand to eat Jello.... pudding - yes,, jello kinda makes me gag...

Posted by: soxmuscle

I enjoy Sugar Free Jello, but solely because it's calorie and pretty much everything free.

Posted by: Pylon

I like it. I actually like the snac packs more. The texture is a little more firm (so you don't have to keep it in the fridge).

Eggs for breakfast, sushi for lunch. I really like having the frittata in the fridge, since it makes breakfast very fast and easy. I think I'll make up another one tonight just for leftovers.

Posted by: Pylon

No cardio tonight, doing some job search stuff. Diet was ok. Had a few drinks after work and a little bar food, but it was VERY little. Not bad overall.

Posted by: katt

hmmmmm... bar food....

Posted by: Pylon

Intake has been up a bit today. I take the boy to Einstein Bagels every Friday. I usually go with the powerbagel, which I now know is 750 cals. Instead, went with a pumpernickel bagel w/ LF cream cheese.

Went out to lunch with folks to a seafood place that was pretty nice. Went with a tomato mozzarella salad and steamed mussels. Good times, but clearly demands I hit the bike tonight.

Posted by: b_reed23

I overdid it too today also...dont be too hard on yourself!

Posted by: Pylon

I wouldn't say it I overdid it, in fact I was pretty restrained. Just saying that it is a little more than I would have eaten for lunch. Still, a good day, I think.

Posted by: katt

I love bagels!!! That is a definite weakness of mine. I was reading your salad and it made me think of the Greek salad, tomatoes, cukes, onions, feta....gosh I'm getting hungry .. lol

Posted by: Pylon

Did soup for dinner. I have become a real fan of the Bear Creek soups. They are marketed toward RV folks, so you just add water (but can of course throw in other stuff too). If you stay away from the obvious ones (broccoli cheddar, cream of potato, etc.), they are low in fat and cals, and pretty tasty. I highly recommend them!

Posted by: Brutus_G

P you should make and distribute cookbooks!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brutus_G

P you should make and distribute cookbooks!

Bah. I don't know many people who would want them.

Of course, it might be nice to put one together that featured healthy spins on old faves, plus a lot of the things I've cobbled together in my cutting phases. Hmmm...I'm going to have to give that some thought...

Posted by: Pylon

Got in my cardio, 40 min on the bike. Despite the "splurge" at lunch, which was still pretty well in line, I'd say it's another clean day. Yay for me!

Posted by: Pylon

OK, I've been kicking this cookbook idea a bit, and I'm starting to like it. I'm thinking about a bodybuilder's diet for non-bodybuilders kind of thing. I mean, even if you don't want to look like Cutler or Coleman, there is no denying those dudes are lean, and it's no accident, right?

So here is what I have in mind right now.
Rundown of kitchen staples for healthy eating (the stuff you should keep around)
-Proteins
-Carbs (beans, veggies, etc.)
-Healthy fats
-Seasoning
-Simple cooking techniques
A collection of recipes using the above ingredients and methods, including nutritional info (all built around a cutting diet)
Eating out info
-How to order
-What to avoid
-Why some things that seam healthy aren't
-Fast food options in a pinch
Building a diet around smart caloric and micro intake amounts

None of this is earth shattering stuff, but few cookbooks are. Most everything is just recycled info anyway. What do you all think? Has it got legs?

Posted by: Scarface30

sounds like you're doing great Py. nice cardio sessions! kitchen guru I see too!

Posted by: Pylon

Dinner tonight was salmon steaks, stuffed with sun dried tomatoes and portabella mushrooms, and roasted broccoli (tossed in a little non stick spray and salt, then hit with lemon juice at the plate). Good times.

Posted by: NordicNacho

tasty, that sounds so good its been years since i had a portabella

Posted by: b_reed23

that does sound really good!

Posted by: Pylon

My favorite day of the week. Refeed.

Increased my intake, including a minor cheat at dinner. Made a batch of bison chili, lots of veggies and tomatoes. Veered a little of track with the side of a peanut butter and syrup sandwich. (Trust me, they rock. We always had them with chili when I was a kid. Like going back in time 30 years.) Washed it down with a Pete's Wicked Cream Ale. Good times.

My weigh in this morning was 275, so overall a decent first week.

Posted by: Scarface30

how much did you say you were at when you started!? 278 something like that? if so that's awesome man, looks like you're on the right track in the new year

Posted by: Pylon

Well, technically I was at 285, but that was the morning after "normal" eating. 278 was the "new year" benchmark. I expect the first few pounds were just as a result of not having as much sitting in my stomach, plus reduce water retainage with increased intake. But I think 2-3 lbs of loss are legit. We will see how it looks going forward.

No one has commented on the cookbook idea. If y'all missed it, please go back a couple of days and look. I'd really like some feedback.

Posted by: Brutus_G

I love it! Make sure you have a list of quick and easy things for teenage male bodybuilders since i cant be fucked to spend alot of time cooking. You could work from home P!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

OK, I've been kicking this cookbook idea a bit, and I'm starting to like it. I'm thinking about a bodybuilder's diet for non-bodybuilders kind of thing. I mean, even if you don't want to look like Cutler or Coleman, there is no denying those dudes are lean, and it's no accident, right?

So here is what I have in mind right now.
Rundown of kitchen staples for healthy eating (the stuff you should keep around)
-Proteins
-Carbs (beans, veggies, etc.)
-Healthy fats
-Seasoning
-Simple cooking techniques
A collection of recipes using the above ingredients and methods, including nutritional info (all built around a cutting diet)
Eating out info
-How to order
-What to avoid
-Why some things that seam healthy aren't
-Fast food options in a pinch
Building a diet around smart caloric and micro intake amounts

None of this is earth shattering stuff, but few cookbooks are. Most everything is just recycled info anyway. What do you all think? Has it got legs?

Posted by: Gazhole

I think that cookbook would be really useful. The only problem with eating out/making meals is its hard to know exactly what youre eating. A cookbook with some good recipies would be awesome, even as a basis for comparison as well as a recipie book.

I hate thinking of what to eat. A good cookbook would be perfect, id just start at the start and work my way through :P.

Posted by: b_reed23

I think that's a great idea...have different sections too maybe...one for cutting/bulking for men...one for cutting/bulking for women, and one section on desserts...and maybe another with 5 ingredients or less/no cooking required for the people short on time or space (such as college students)

Posted by: SamEaston

A cookbook is a great idea - especially of tried and tested recipies that you like and know are low in fat/calories. That means that you can also have additions at the end of each recipie where you recommend things you can do if you want more calories or less in each serving, which would make it a cookbook for people who are bulking and cutting.

Swell idea Pylon. Im behind you mate!

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Originally Posted by Gazhole

I hate thinking of what to eat. A good cookbook would be perfect, id just start at the start and eat my way through :P.

Posted by: katt

I think it's a great idea!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by b_reed23

I think that's a great idea...have different sections too maybe...one for cutting/bulking for men...one for cutting/bulking for women, and one section on desserts...and maybe another with 5 ingredients or less/no cooking required for the people short on time or space (such as college students)

Sounds more like a series than sections....which is not a bad idea....

Thanks for the support, folks. If I do this, it will be fun, I'm sure. And I've got plenty of sources to pull from.

My new project in the kitchen has been to adapt some really unhealthy stuff into workable versions. Any requests to work on? If I do the book, there will be lots of this kind of thing.

Also, confession time....I made ribs last night (after a good food day, no cardio). I ate a good bit of them...at around midnight. (They just came out of the oven.) I am in Memphis, and I wanted input from folks who know from BBQ. They were given high marks all around. I may enter the rib contest in STL this year. We'll see.

So anyway, ate a bunch late last night, had a few at lunch, along with a slice of pecan pie (made to reward me for bringing ribs). To make up for it, I'll do a 5K tonight. The weather is pretty nasty here anyway, so no reason to go outside.

Posted by: Pylon

Bah. Both treadmills here are worthless. And the food is no better. Everything is fried. I really don't want to go out, so I might just suffer through. This sucks.

Posted by: DOMS

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

Bah. Both treadmills here are worthless. And the food is no better. Everything is fried. I really don't want to go out, so I might just suffer through. This sucks.

I like it when it's crap outside. It makes the cardio interesting, and therefor, bearable.

Tonight, here in Boise, it's 30 degrees and snowing. I'm going to try to fit in a fun.

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOMS

I like it when it's crap outside. It makes the cardio interesting, and therefor, bearable.

Tonight, here in Boise, it's 30 degrees and snowing. I'm going to try to fit in a fun.

It's not just the weather. It's not the most...um...hospitable neighborhood, either...

Posted by: Pylon

Good news on two fronts. First, I got hungry enough to go scout out food. I found an organic market (like Whole Foods, but smaller, called Fresh Market). So now I have a nice green salad w/ salmon, plus some garlic from the olive bar.

Second, since I was out, I decided to measure the parking lot of the hotel. One trip around = 1 quarter mile. That should make things easier.

Posted by: b_reed23

where are you at right now Py?? did I miss it somewhere??

Posted by: Pylon

I'm in Memphis. (Yes, you missed it.) I'll be working from here as my base camp, but will be in the office down in Mississippi.

Posted by: Scarface30

the cookbook sounds like a great idea man, something fun and very helpful!

if you don't mind me asking, what is it that you do that you travel around so much?

Posted by: Pylon

I'm an HR director for a construction company. I am filling in as the HR person for our manufacturing group, which is in Memphis and Batesville. It's only temporary, and I really don't travel much otherwise. (I used to spend about 50% of my time on the road, so this is not bad.)

Plus, I'm so miserable at work right now, I look forward to being on the road. I've got a few leads I'm working for something new. Keep your fingers crossed....

Posted by: Pylon

Quick update....

Still in Memphis, weather still sucks. No w/outs, but diet has been clean, which is most of the battle for me. Headed home tomorrow.

Posted by: soxmuscle

In Indy it's been raining for like 36 hours straight. Is that the same problem you're having?

Posted by: Pylon

Pretty much, just further south.

And of course, as soon as I say something about my diet staying clean, I get talked into chinese food for lunch.

Will have to find some cardio tonight....

Posted by: SamEaston

Man, i have to stop coming in here. All i see is Pecan Pie, BBQ Ribs, Chinese food . . . . . . . . my diet is so boring, Veg, veg veg, cottage cheese, tuna, bran cereal.

Sucks.

If you're in a hotel, can't you just run up and down the stairs a few times? Oh, and the weather's crap here too, but then i am in the UK!

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks Sam. Ruin my excuse.

The sun actually came out! It's nicer now! I can go outside!!!

Posted by: SamEaston

Go then, and run like the wind . . . . .

I can say that cus it's dark here and im just going to bed

Posted by: katt

Lucky you,,, we just got 7 more inches of snow......

Posted by: the other half

ya and who shoveled the friggin driveway??!!!!!!

Posted by: the other half

pylon, just as long as you are eating healthy most of the time, dont beat yourself up for having on "good" but not really healthy meal. hmmm, i wonder what we are having for dinner? chinese sounds pretty good.

Posted by: b_reed23

gotta love the South for all of it's diet staples

how often are you getting home to see the boys if your staying in Memphis?? that's gotta suck......

Posted by: DeadBolt

big py how ya been bud? back in memphis I see. for how long? be sure to spend some time with the youngins they are only that age once!

hows the weight loss goin? i know you were rocky there for a bit with that platue hope you kicked the metabolism into overdrive and kickin ass now!

Posted by: Pylon

Sam -> I don't run like the wind. I trot like a warm breeze after a hearty dinner.

Katt -> Hey, maybe you should shovel some snow for cardio...oh, too late, maybe....

Halfs -> Not beating up, but the timing was interesting to me. Ended up now eating anything else (except popcorn at the movies). I stay away from the rice, so it stays with me for a while...

Bille -> I'm just here for a few days every couple of weeks. Most of the time is at home.

Bolt -> Whadup, dog? Um...not so much kicking as carrying ass, but back on the right track, I think.

Went to the movies tonight to see Juno. A very fine film that understands subtle plot turns and a character driven story. Two thumbs up.

Posted by: Brutus_G

LOL P you sound exactly like a movie critic.

Posted by: Burner02

Quote:

Originally Posted by the other half

ya and who shoveled the friggin driveway??!!!!!!

here's an investment tip:
snow blower
there ya go. no charge.

Posted by: Scarface30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pylon

I'm an HR director for a construction company. I am filling in as the HR person for our manufacturing group, which is in Memphis and Batesville. It's only temporary, and I really don't travel much otherwise. (I used to spend about 50% of my time on the road, so this is not bad.)

Plus, I'm so miserable at work right now, I look forward to being on the road. I've got a few leads I'm working for something new. Keep your fingers crossed....

that's cool that you travel some, but sucks you find work miserable. don't worry Py, my fingers are crossed

.

no worries, you've been eating clean lately, a little Chinese food wont hurt..think of it as a reward.

Posted by: Pylon

Back at home, back off track.

As usual, each day in the office finds me more angry and miserable. And as usual, I retreat to my favorite comfort, chinese food. Haven't gone totally in the tank yet, but close.

On the bright side, the phone interview went well Saturday and I have a face to face tomorrow. I'm taking the day off to research, plan and prep. I'll keep you all posted.

Posted by: Burner02

good luck, brotha!

Posted by: the other half

home is good. keep that chin up!!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Quote:

Originally Posted by the other half

home is good. keep those chins up!!!!

fixed

Posted by: the other half

im feelin ya!!!!

Posted by: Scarface30

good luck tomorrow Py. maybe a bribe of some of that delicious food you had prepared on the last page could be in order?

just kidding.

Posted by: Pylon

Hey, if I thought it would help, I'd try it.

The meeting went well. It lasted about 90 minutes and was very pleasant. She told me at the end that she had no doubts I could do the job based on skill, but wanted to know if I would "fit in", and after meeting, is sure I would.

They met today to pare down the list, and I made the cut. Interviews with the VP are next week. I should get the schedule tomorrow.

Also, the VP called my old boss (they kinda know each other) for a reference, which is a very good thing. I am cautiously optimistic.

Posted by: b_reed23

so how have YOU been doing?? you haven't been your usual motivational self lately...

Posted by: Scarface30

great to hear man

Posted by: Burner02

hiya Py!

Posted by: the other half

keepin the fingers crossed for you, big guy.

Posted by: Pylon

Thanks, all. I'm on for Thursday at 1pm.

To answer your question, Billie, I've been better. Work continues to go downhill on a daily basis. It's pretty clear I've been singled out, partly because of my loyalty to the old boss, partly because I was willing to speak before the move about what a bad idea it would be. (Guess what, I was right!) So a change in venue would be most welcome, for everyone I imagine.

I'm headed to Memphis Monday through Wednesday, then taking the rest of the week off. I have the meeting on Thursday, plus birthday parties for the boys this weekend, so the time off will be good to prep.

Posted by: SamEaston

I hope everything comes good for you Py!

Posted by: Scarface30

have fun in Memphis, and great stuff on the second interview! knock 'em dead dude!

Posted by: Burner02

how's things? Any word on the interview?

Posted by: Pylon

It's tomorrow. I'm trying to get everything prepped and ready. I'm also working some other leads as well. We'll see how it all shakes, I guess.

Posted by: Triple Threat

It looks like things are about to improve for you. I'd cross my fingers for you, but if I did, u;f qubf io ruoubf kulr ygua.

Posted by: b_reed23

you need to visit my journal and yell at me for my nutrition slip ups!!!

Posted by: Pylon

Hey all -

Well, the interview went OK, but it wasn't a good match for either side. So the search continues. Oh well.

Planning to start back up at the gym (meaning a new membership as well) this week. Will likely just join the Y and be done with it. As good as anything, I suppose.

Let's not speak about the diet or anything like that. We'll just move forward. I'll try to visit everyone's journal and get caught up tonight.

Posted by: SamEaston

Hey Pylon - You win some, you lose some. Go knock out some weights in the gym to make yourself feel better

Posted by: Pylon

That's part of the problem. I don't have a gym right now!

No worries. I'm fixing that today, and I have some leads working on fixing the other part.

Posted by: Pylon

OK, I'm officially a member of the Y again. So I've got that going for me. Which is nice.

Posted by: DOMS

So, you're still in the unemployed boat with me?

Posted by: Pylon

No, not unemployed, just dissatisfied.

Posted by: Scarface30

too bad about the job Py, keep on looking, you'll land a great one soon

as for the Y, I was a member of a YMCA over the summer, and if your's is anything like the one I was part of you'll enjoy, it had a good atmosphere.

Posted by: Pylon

I've been a member there before. It's fine. Plus, it'll be nice to have a pool for cardio work again.

Posted by: b_reed23

so when are you starting back?

Posted by: Pylon

Well, I was planning on going today, but we got 6" or so in the snow storm, and they haven't plowed yet. (The snow came around 2am.) So chillin' at home today.

Posted by: SamEaston

Go out and make a snowman - good cardio

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