- What’s going well this week? My meal planning. I have consistently met my protein goal and staying on track with making smart decisions, but also allowing myself some treats (I love Garrett’s popcorn from Chicago and we get that shipped here as a treat!). Adapted my workouts due to scheduling stuff, but still have gotten in 3 workouts so far this week (2 cardio and 1 strength). - What support would help right now? Meal planning ideas. I’m doing good this week but trying to shake it up and not do the same 4 meals every week. Looking for family friendly meals. My boys are pretty good at eating most things now that they’re teenagers.

First off, yesterday I exceeded 8,000 steps (8,426)! I know having that minimum expectation of movement in the middle of the day rather than the actual steps is what matters but the numbers serve as the proof. 🙌 Did the correct week of total body today — hallelujah! It was still hard as I’m still feeling the soreness in my legs from Tuesday. I also love that these include core work, since I’ve been adding it onto Upper Days (like on Monday) and today I’m shorter on time. Today the scale was UP!! 123 lbs which for me is higher than my usual (120-121 is pretty steady for me these days). This happens around ovulation for me, and it’s time for that. This is just proof of how tracking and knowing your body can feel super empowering instead of sending you into a spiral. Because to be honest, I feel REALLY freaking lean today! I usually don’t see my abs pop this much. Just a reminder that the scale is a piece of info — not the entire story! Have a wonderful day my lovely humans! Xo

Got in 3.14 m on the treadmill after work. I’m not fast (steady walk at 3.8 with the occasional increase to 4.3 for a slow jog) but I’m getting in my steps and movement.

Y'all, I fly out for a family funeral tomorrow morning at 6am. If there was ever a time to remind myself that adjusting is a skill, not a weakness, it is now. This is precisely why I write my training plan in pencil. I won't have access to a gym or my normal food options. I'll be at the mercy of airport schedules and scheduled pick-ups. Now is a time to adjust, not throw in the towel. Yesterday I picked up some travel snacks that will align with my goals. I'll walk around the airport to get steps in during my layovers. I'm also packing my swimming suit as there is a pool and hot tub (and sauna!) at the hotel I'm staying at Friday night. I saved a few Pilates and mobility workouts for the days I will be staying with family. I'm not starting from scratch; I'm just aligning my goals with my current reality.

Set a goal this month that mobility in my week is a non-negotiable. It’s been something I’ve been saying I want and need and then skipping. Usually I skip it cause I hate it and it’s hard for me to slow down — This morning it honestly wasn’t hard because I’m sooooooreee AF 🤣 It felt wonderful! Then followed it up with a walk for 15 mins. Goal for today since I have lots of desk work is 2 15 min or 3 10 min walks inside in the halls to get movement in! Aiming for those 7k steps and intermittent movement during my day 🙌 Also, if you’re interested, I put together a mini course in Classroom on the science behind rest days and mindset shifts we can make if taking them feels harder than doing the workouts! Unlock it for less than $20!!! - Anyone in No Reset Requires gets access at no cost! @Kristi Smith @Jasmine Bamlet @Rebecca Hilgert @Rachel Salinger @Kristi Case @Pam Shea !!!