This morning I struggled a bit to get out of bed after staying up way too late to watch The Biggest Loser AND Law and Order. I really do love both shows and once The Biggest Loser was over, I told myself I was not tired so I should stay up longer 
It felt great last night, but, not so much this morning.
BTW, Didn’t The Biggest Loser rock last night? I think this might have been one of the best shows of the season. Since I know some of you may not have watched it yet, I won’t spoil it for you…just make sure you do though!
To wake up my sleepy self this morning, I started my day off with Morning Flow #1 from yogadownload.com. I had envisioned a nice, relaxing, stretching class, but, this class was a definite work out. It was a nice change to focus on balance, strength, posture and stretching. It made me realize that I am actually starting to make some progress in yoga. My heels are almost flat on the ground in my downward dogs, I don’t shake while balancing and I can stretch further each time. I still wasn’t able to do a full wheel for fear of falling on my head 
but I made an attempt and that is what counts, right? I was definitely awake and alert after this class and ready to start my day. It was a nice change from being in my set, relaxed state that yoga usually puts me in.
I had sort of a funky stomach going on this moring that I am sure was due to my indulgences yesterday. So, I decided to have a nice, soothing and refreshing breakfast today.
I layered all of the following to make this super filling bowl of Greek Yogurt.
1 cup Trader Joe’s Fat Free Greek Yogurt
Drizzle of Agave ~ about 2 tsp
1/2 cup Natures Path Pumpkin Flax
1/3 cup Trader Joe’s High Fiber Cereal (aka fiber worms)
1/2 banana
2 big strawberries
This really hit the spot and packed alot of protein plus fiber and a little fat to help me stay full all morning. I had it together with my SIGG water bottle and real coffee this time – 1/2 coffee and 1/2 water. The caffeine is sure to make me bounce off the walls, but, sometimes, you just have to have it
Today is a short day for me as I am leaving work early ~ yahoo! It’s also a fun day because tonight I am getting my hair done. While I chat it up with my friend & hairdressor, The Husband gets dropped off to play poker. He says he doesn’t want me to have to drive alone ~ ha, he’s funny! I don’t mind the company though and it gives him a little fun play time.
Happy Hump Day all! The week is half over and I couldn’t be happier about that. Enjoy the sunshine…..
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I’m so glad you posted about the Morning Flow download. I’ve been wanting to try it, but haven’t yet. I actually downloaded it for this morning, but didn’t get up in time–daylight savings is killin’ me this year!
Thanks for stopping by my blog! It’s always nice to read other blogs about food.
Thanks again,
Eric
Kirwin ~ I think you will like Morning Flow. It is a nice change from the stretching/relaxation of gentle hatha. It definitely gets your heart rate up.
Eric ~ Thanks for stopping by. Your blog rocks and your food looks amazing.
Kirwin ~ I think you will like Morning Flow. It is a nice change from the stretching/relaxation of gentle hatha. It definitely gets your heart rate up.
Eric ~ Thanks for stopping by. Your blog rocks and your food looks amazing.