The week of GLUTTONY

After weeks of waiting for the epic Thanksgiving Dinner, it was over like a sprint tirathlon.  They say our stomach needs 20 minutes to decide if it's full...Seriously?  I mean come on stomach, get with the program! Besides the Cheesecake Factory, this signal delay is probably the biggest contributor to obesity.  Not only did my stomach hit the brakes at 20 minutes with an uncomfortable pot-belly, bloated feeling.  It twisted my arm and forced me into submission.  Despite my best efforts to stay awake (a mixture of coffee with Godiva Liquor and tons of pie) I passed out to a roaring fire and the applause of a football game.  Who wouldn't want multiple  servings (4 to be exact) of sweet potato casserole, butternut squash salad, wonderful beef stuffing, brussels salad and moist turkey?? Thanks a lot stomach!

Not being able to run has given me the *spark* again.  I was super bummed to miss the Turkey Trot but  I've spent over 200 miles this week on the bike trying to stay active.  Watching everyone else run has been revealing and torturing but also inspiring.  Once I get back to it I'll put some more "love" into my morning run.  It's nothing short of  beautiful when the entire town I live in is full of runners/cyclists every single morning.  Sadly, I've spent more time in my bib shorts and less time in my Knivara 3's.  Literally, I think I cleaned the house yesterday wearing ONLY bib shorts. 

After a deliciously flavorful week, it's time to get back to normal! This means tons of veggies, wholesome carbs and a balanced amount of protein (lots of homemade pizza).  Speaking of back to normal, my knee is definitely not there yet.  I'm going to try some natural antioxidant supplements to see if I can prevent further damage and heal a little faster (more to come on that). Anyhow,  I'll be ending the week with a breakfast, dinner...Sweet Potato Pancakes!? Also, I think a 5k swim/aqua jog session will be good enough to end on a high note for the weekend. Everyone else got to enjoy a long run in the trails while I ate enjoyed my coffee and scone!