So it’s Wednesday, and when I woke up today I realized I never checked the traps I set up in my attic on Saturday for Ratatouille and his friends. When I got to the top of the ladder I was shocked to see it was more like a Jurassic Park character than a Disney film. Well, the monsters in the attic love Whole Foods brand Peanut Butter which I have to say is not only a great bang for your buck, but also the most delicious PB out there. Now I’ll be the first to admit I’m a city boy. Yes, I use hair product and yes, I also take baths while listening to Norah Jones by candle light. But these freaks of nature were just too much for me. I called my Country Boy buddy and he just laughed at me. I asked why this situation was so funny to him and he just continued to giggle like a junior high girl. I reminded him the next time he has problems with his new Mac Book that I would be unavailable. I managed to get both vermin into a paper bag and yes, I used a plastic bag as a glove. And yes, I screamed when I noticed one of the little punks was covered in maggots. Vomit. I have the heebies thinking about it again…so I shall change the subject.

Tomorrow is Day 14 so I’ll be fasting again. This time it’s for 24 hours, and I’m starting tonight. I’ve not really lost any weight but have really started to lean up. I just feel strong today. Of course I mean muscle-wise. The whole screaming with the rats thing was just…well, let’s just not discuss that any more. I am also coming to the conclusion that eating out is just super tough. If you are trying to really eat clean than it’s nearly impossible. And if your goal is to lose weight…you’d better hope there are some healthy restaurants around. Surprisingly, Mexican food can be the most unhealthy thing to eat and at the same time the easiest place to get something good for you…as long as you can stay away from the chips. Last night we ate at Mi Cocina, and I caught myself drooling over the chips and salsa. At one point I think I had stuffed a bowl of chips under my shirt and in my pants and had no clue I was doing it. I have what they call a weakness. And chips are my Kryptonite. But I got some Huevos con Chorizo. That’s eggs with sausage for your non-Spanish speakers. Fajitas without the tortillas and double beans instead of the rice can be a great option for you guys out there trying to stay healthy. And stay away from the cheese!

I was talking with someone yesterday who was explaining to me that they had “Fallen Off the Wagon”. They wanted to get back to working out and asked what was the best thing they could do. We have a saying in our studio…”The best workout is the one you will actually do.” So many people get caught up with a certain program or having to go to a gym. I say just MOVE! Walk, garden, ride a bike…do something. This morning I screamed, bagged some rabbits with long tails, ran down the attic stairs, turned the corner hard in my house, ran across the back yard, into the alley, and then chunked the brown bag into a garbage can. Was I out of breath? Yes. But what matters is I got that heart rate up and moved a little. Take a 5 minute swim or do 50 push ups from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. Just do a little something every day and you’ll be amazed at how great you’ll feel.

Until tomorrow,
SB