Week Two - 40 Days to Personal Revolution - Vitality

Week Two:  Vitality  

Man, this week was interesting!  I found it easy to do the 30-minute practice, and in fact, I looked forward to it each day.  But the meditation got harder!  It is now up to 10 minutes, and it's so hard to focus!  However, I have found that it's easier to meditate at night versus morning. I'm loving the little things I'm noticing and learning.  

The diet this week fell right in line with the way I love to eat - fresh foods first!  I took the time to prepare most meals fresh this week, and I enjoyed making a connection to my food as the book suggests - to think about where it came from and appreciate it's vitality.  I always feel better when I eat fresh, vital foods!  

Here are the biggest takeaways from week 2:  

1.  Backbends.  I love love love that I'm gaining more flexibility in my back - and it sure feels good to open the heart up!  

2.  I'm finding a rhythm in my practice - it's becoming a habit to get up every day and do it and I look forward to it.  I said in week one that time has been my enemy - this new schedule is helping me feel more grounded and it starts my day off the right way.  

Here are some pics from week two, including some of the yummy meals we ate:  

Chipotle chicken tacos with jack cheese, green peppers, guacamole and salsa

RECIPE: 

Slice fresh chicken into bite sized pieces, saute with garlic, olive oil, green pepper, and chipotle seasoning until chicken is no longer pink.  Warm corn tortillas in pan and shred jack cheese.  Add prepared guacamole and salsa to taste and enjoy!  Takes about 15 minutes to make.  

Veggie fajita salad with fresh mango red pepper salsa

RECIPE: 

This is one of my absolute favorites.  For this I used a trio of peppers (picture below).  Slice peppers and saute in minced garlic and olive oil.  Add some southwestern seasoning if you like lots of flavor.  Slice and chop fresh head of romaine lettuce and shred desired cheese.  Crumble a handful of tortilla chips on bottom of plate, top with lettuce, peppers, and cheese, and top with sour cream or a small amount of ranch dressing, and salsa if desired.  Total time:  15 minutes. 

Reverse Warrior - Deepening Backbends :)  

These colors make my mouth water.  Yum!

Protein oatcakes with fresh strawberry compote

RECIPE: 

These are so easy and versatile, and I make them for breakfast most mornings after my yoga sesh.  Whisk one packet of organic instant oatmeal, 2 eggs, and 1 scoop protein powder until well mixed.  You can also add glutamine and flaxseed - I did for this particular meal.  If the consistency isn't quite what you like for batter, just add water until it is. In a food processor, chop about 5 freshly washed strawberries to desired consistency.  Add half strawberries to batter and reserve the rest to top the oatcakes with. Cook oatcakes over medium heat until lightly browned on both sides.  Top with remaining strawberries and sliced banana if desired.  Total time:  15 minutes.  

I'm looking forward to week 3 and can't wait to report back!  Until then, NAMASTE!