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Power Up!

December 28, 2011 by DanicasDaily 19 Comments

Happy “Hump” Day all!  Today’s Wordless Wednesday “Speed Hump Ahead” is a picture of the signs we kept seeing all over St. Lucia.  We were all cracking up, but, I have to say, I think all of your comments made it even funnier LOL.

5 AM came SOOO EARLY this morning….I am super proud of myself for NOT hitting snooze and crawling back in bed.  I stuck to the plan and got my calorie burn on!

I LOVE doing THIS Calorie Blasting Walk because honestly I think it’s tougher than running.  It’s a continuous walk up a big hill with a few power/speed walks thrown in the mix.

After my workout I snack on a banana then got ready for the train.  I really pondered taking the bus instead of walking my 2.5+ miles to/from the the train to work, but, I didn’t ~ I WALKED it!

When I got into work I couldn’t wait t dig into “Power Ham & Eggs Scramble” that I cooked up to take with me last night.

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  • 2 ounce Ham, chopped (2 points+)
  • 1 egg plus 3 egg whites (3 points+)
  • Green Onions, sea salt, black pepper & sriracha!

Rounded out with 2 Cuties for a total Simply Filling meal!

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I have found that it is really helping me to prepare my breakfast, lunch and snacks the night before.  It is nice not to rush around in the morning and to only have to put a few things together to make a delicious lunch.

Quite possibly my FAVORITE new combo….

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  • 2 ounce Ham
  • 2 “glazed” pineapple slices
  • 1 slice Jarlsberg Lite Swiss Cheese
  • Trader Joe’s Sweet & Hot Mustard
  • 2 slices Trader Joe’s FF Multi-Grain Bread

6 points+ of deliciousness! Power it up by using FF Swiss and reduced calorie bread for a Simply Filling Sandwich…..

Salty, sweet, spicy, doughy good!

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Served up with a side of Crunch ~ Veggie tray veggies with 2 Tbsp Ranch (4 points+)

~ Power it up by using Fat Free Ranch!

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I think I discovered the BEST way to eat Chobani today too! 

1 Cup Chobani 0% Greek Yogurt mixed with 1 Tbsp Blackberry Preserves then topped with 1/4 cup Pomegranate Seeds and 1 crumbled Biscoff Cookie!!

Crunchy, creamy, slightly sweet & tart with fun little cookie bites to savor ~ LOVE!

(5 points+) ~ Power Up (2 WPA would be used for the cookie and preserves)

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Dinner tonight was more Navy Bean and Ham Soup ~ I swear this is even better the next day

(5 points+) and it’s a Power Food for Simply Filling!

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Served up with a Coconut Pound Cake Muffin on the side…..not a power food, but, ummm, so worth the WPA if you go there.

I seriously planned my day around having one of these Open-mouthed smile (6 points+)

Priorities, right?!

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As requested by a few of you, I included a few tips on how to Power Up my meals to fit into WW Simply Filling.  Would you all be interested in seeing a week or two of Simply Filling Meals? I might be up for the challenge ~ a day, a week, a month…

Q’s

What is one of your go to meals to Power Up your Day and make it a Simply Filling Meal?

TWO more days left to enter this really “BIG” Chobani Giveaway!

TWO DAYS left until we have another LONG weekend……but, who is counting?!

My new Weight Watchers magazine is calling my name (can you believe I want to read that over our Gossip US magazine…..LOL).

Night all!

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  1. 1

    MizFit says

    December 29, 2011 at 5:31 am

    so so so pretty.
    Im thinking I need me a new camera??

    Im off to powerup and powerTHROUGH my thursday.

    xo

    Reply
  2. 2

    jaf says

    December 29, 2011 at 7:39 am

    I know I could benefit from someone (you) showing me menus . I can do a meal but then all three and get the points right is a challenge. Today’s post was great! When necessary recipes included would be nice!
    So yes do some for us . . . like a month.

    Reply
  3. 3

    Tami@NutmegNotebook says

    December 29, 2011 at 8:00 am

    Looks like a great day of good eats! My body is screaming for lighter sugar free eats!

    Reply
  4. 4

    Marne says

    December 29, 2011 at 8:28 am

    I would be interested in Simply Filling menus. I understand it but still am a Tracker. Maybe this would help me feel more comfortable taking the leap! Thanks for a year if great posts Danica!

    Reply
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    deb roby says

    December 29, 2011 at 8:32 am

    Pretty food pictures.

    Don’t know your definitions of Power Up foods -though I’m assuming the Simply Filling meal is self-explanatory.

    My favorite breakfast is steamed spinach and mushrooms with 2 soft eggs on top. Add a piece of fresh fruit, and breakfast is filling and ready to get me through my morning workout.

    Oh, and soup -or any wettish meal- is always better the 2nd day.

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    • 6

      Helen says

      December 29, 2011 at 9:06 am

      Are you on WW? Power Foods have a little green triangle next to their name in the books or online tools. They are the “healthiest” choices like whole grains, lean meats, fruit & veg. You don’t count points if you follow Simply Filling – you simply eat Power Foods until satisfied (NOT full!) and you still get your 49 weeklies for anything that is not a Power Food. You also get I believe 2 tsp of healthy oils a day and you count points for any above that.

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      • 7

        deb roby says

        December 29, 2011 at 9:46 am

        Nope. I don’t do weight watchers. I figured it was WW lingo.

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    • 8

      DanicasDaily says

      December 29, 2011 at 8:53 pm

      Deb,

      Your goto meal is a Simply Filling Meal 😀 Pretty cool considering….

      Danica

      Reply
  6. 9

    Roz@weightingfor50 says

    December 29, 2011 at 11:15 am

    Pineapple in a ham sandwich? BRILLIANT!!!!!! Have a great Thursday Danica. Bring on the long weekend!!!!

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    Von says

    December 29, 2011 at 11:46 am

    Simply filling menus would be great.
    My goal is to eat simply filling Mondays to Fridays and indulged a “little” on the weekends.

    Reply
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    Carbzilla says

    December 29, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    You may have posted this but have you stayed after the meeting for the new “Getting Started?” I was wondering if it was worth it, for the new handouts. I haven’t been going to meetings (yet) because I’m just getting back on track and super short on time (and after 20 years on WW and having worked for them, I’m hoping I can do a bit on my own though the support and handouts are always so great).

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    • 12

      DanicasDaily says

      December 29, 2011 at 5:52 pm

      HI Tiff,

      Yes I went to the first meeting I could ~ I am kind of a dork like that about getting new materials 🙂 You know, the program has been updated a bit in a good way, but, the foundation and the way you calculate points+ has not change. I included a link below of all the changes summarized. You may also have a lower points+ target (no less than 26) too. If you wanted the new stuff, go now during FREE registration and just stay for the first meeting to get the materials. They do have 2 additional meetings you can attend but the only thing you get from them are 2 trackers with meals planned out and then the Meet PointsPlus 212 handout which is like a Q&A.

      http://danicasdaily.com/weight-watchers-2012-points-plus-plan

      I know you will do fantastic whichever route you take. Keep me posted and maybe we can motivate each other along the way 🙂

      Danica

      Reply
  9. 13

    ErinK. says

    December 29, 2011 at 7:18 pm

    I am wondering about cooking your ham and eggs the night before…do you cook until all the way done? how long do you reheat in the morning? Everyone else probably knows this, but I don’t really cook…lol

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    • 14

      DanicasDaily says

      December 29, 2011 at 8:55 pm

      ErinK,

      Thanks for asking ~ I LOVE questions so always feel free to ask away. I may be slow responding because I am forever behind on email but, I eventually get caught up.

      I usually cook my eggs until they are cooked all the way, but, not dry. I am not a fan of soft scrambled eggs. Then, when I reheat them in the AM, I cook for 35-45 seconds or just until warmed.

      You would be surprised ~ they actually taste the same as when you make them fresh.

      Danica

      Reply
  10. 15

    kellyo says

    December 29, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    Would love to see a few days of Simply Filling meals! I just signed up online two days ago and am a bit overwhelmed!

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    • 16

      DanicasDaily says

      December 29, 2011 at 8:57 pm

      HI Kellyo,

      It is a lot to take in and I don’t think the WW online really does a great job explaining the in’s and the out’s of the program. I recommend checking out a weekly meeting (you can go during FREE registration through March and just pay the weekly fee ~ $12). You get all the materials you need to really understand the program and I think they work well with what they have online.

      Hope that helps ~ let me know if you have questions and I’ll do my best to answer based on what I’d do.

      Danica

      Reply
  11. 17

    missmarisol says

    December 30, 2011 at 12:44 am

    Whoa that walking guide looks tough. I’m gonna save it for a day that I feel brave.

    Reply
  12. 18

    LisaK says

    December 30, 2011 at 10:11 am

    Those along with Mexican Taxi hair bring back fond memories of my trip to Mexico, especially if you’re in the back sitting on the bump in the middle.

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    Yes. I now think in Points+ when I look at food.

    Reply

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Whether she’s enjoying a dish at a local restaurant or whipping up a crowd-pleasing, nutritious meal at home, Danica has a passion for all things food. She believes in and follows the Weight Watchers principle of “all things in moderation” and chronicles her culinary adventures here. Besides sharing her daily eats and tasty, nutritious recipes, Danica connects others seeking a healthier lifestyle on her site and shares her travel adventures with her husband around the world.

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