Not a loss but not a gain

So I knew that this week was a struggle regarding my weight loss. I have hit a small plateau. I will over come it and keep on moving however it is frustrating when the weight goes on so easy but takes so long for it to be lost. This is one of the main reasons why people give up on their weight loss. However I am going to keep going and will not give up because I am sick of my spar tire. Also this week I have noticed that my clothes are fitting loser, so while I may not be seeing the scale move I am feeling the inches come off.
So without further ado

Calories- 1253.5
number of workouts- 6
Total time - 3 hours
Weight -191- Stayed the same.

Zucchini Pizza Bites

So I have a confession, I don't like pizza, the only time I really want to eat it is when I am craving pizza. However I saw this recipe on one of the many blogs that I visit( not sure which one. These caught my eye becasue I love zucchini and I have some tomato sauce in my refirgartor. These recipes would be could serve as a appietezer. Plus thye are low calorie but high in protein which I always have a hard time eating. SO without further ado here is the simple but yummy recipe.

Zucchini Pizza Bite
4 slices large zucchini 1/4 inch thick
2 tbsp pizza bite
1/4 cup mozzarella

Cut zucchini about 1/4 inch thich. Spry both sides with cookign spray,and season with salt and pepper. Broil or grill about 2 minutes on each side. I would say do it about 3 minutes. Top with sauce and chesse and cook for an addiitonal minute. I have to say that I broiled it for about 3 minutes I think next time I will cook for about 5 minutes to make the cheese a little bit crunchy.

Serving Size- 4 slices
Calories 124.8
Fat-5.7
protein-8.2

Water, Water, Water- Everywhere

So as part of my weight loss I have been drinking water like crazy, and when I mean crazy I am talking about 12 8 oz glasses a day. I drink 4 of those glasses when I am working out. I have also been cutting out caffeine which has been the hardest thing because I love me some coffee early in the morning. Today I had my first cup of coffee in like 4 days and it gave me a migraine and made me nauseous at the same time. I am hoping to reintroduce one can of soda but I want to wait until after February. I am praying I can make it until March 1st with no caffiene

Refried Bean Chili

I love chili but I have to be careful how I make it because my picky hubby only eats certain things. However I am always on the lookout fir a new chili recipe. This recipe caught my eye because it uses refried beans. I never saw a recipe using these type of beans but oh my goodness I have to say I love this recipe. I also have a litte bit leftover for my lunch tomorrow. This recipe can be found on page 121 of the Better Homes and Garde Biggest Book of Slow Cooker Recipes.

Refried Bean Chili- all my changes will be in quotes
2 pounds ground beef - "1/2 pound hamburger, 1/2 pound ground turkey"
1 cup chopped onion- "did not use"
2 15oz chili beans with chili gravy- " 1 can black beans drained"
1 16 oz jar salsa- " i used 1/4 cup salsa and added diced tomatoes"
1 16 oz can refried beans
1 12 oz can beer or 1 can beef broth
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp ground cumin
2 tbsp lime juice "did not use"

In a large skillet cook beef and onion until meet is brown . Drain off fat.

In a 5-6 qt crockpot place the beef mixture, beans, salsa, refried beans, beer/broth, chili powder and cumin. Cover cook on low 6-8 hour or on high for 3- 4 hours

To serve ladle chili into bowls

Nutrition
Serve 8-10 1 cup servings- Orignal recipe no my modified

Caloires- 482
fat -22
cholesterol-86
sodium-960
carbs-36
fiber- 10
protein-30

Compliments

I recived two compliments yesterday at Work. Woo- hoo. So excited to know that others can see the change even though it is only 8 pounds.