Euphoria

Working out can sometimes be a magical experience. Today I had one of those workouts that was pure magic. I've worked the last two days, and it was a busy two days. I needed a workout, a good one. I took my pre-workout because I haven't the past few workouts and I could see a difference in my performance. Strictly doing cardio at the moment still. I think this week is the week I add weights to my routine. But anyways back to today. I did my usual interval workout, but pushed myself harder than usual. Halfway through I had this rush of feelings, I felt like I was going to cry. It might sound crazy to someone it's never happened to. From that feeling came a feeling of total euphoria. All the stress was gone, all the worries disappear. It was such a release, and made me want to push even harder the last 20 minutes. And push I did, I almost puked in the last 10 minutes! Total calories I burned were 403. Not a bad workout to fit in between two more work days.

This morning I even treated myself to french toast. I had mentioned to my mother I had a craving for french toast. This led to her give me a dirty look, then question my diet commitment. This morning she made me 1 glorious slice of french toast. I used a scant amount of syrup and butter, and it was the most fantastic thing I have had in awhile. Hit that craving spot on without ruining my daily calorie intake. I've been saving myself $14 a day when I work by not buying food in our cafeteria. So that is about $140 a month in savings. I'm bringing leftovers portioned out in my bento box, along with plenty of snacks to graze on throughout the day. As a nurse we may not get ample time to eat regularly, but we can grab something and eat on the run. The hardest thing about trying to be healthy at work is drinking water. I bring my Bubba mug with me, and try to get at least 2 refills in. Yesterday I only filled it once. Somedays I just won't be able to get my fluid intake in. Ideally I'd fill up twice at work, and twice at home. Which I could count my fill in the morning for my ride into work as one of my two home fill ups. It still has to be improved on.

I've finally made a doctors appointment to get blood work, and a physical. It took me a long time to do this because I'm a nurse, and never seek help. Its been 7+ years since my last physical (pre-nursing program). Last time I saw a real doctor about an issue was 2011 for my gallbladder. That appointment consisted of me requesting an ultrasound, and blood work because they were taking that sucker out. It took me forever to decide who I wanted my primary physician to be. One of my favorite hospitalists left us to work at my favorite medical group. So it was a no brainer when I found out a few weeks ago. I made an appointment in August. Just to get a baseline, and see where I stand. I'm sure I am healthy, but I like to see it in writing. And god forbid I drop at work, I am associated with that medical group and won't be touched by anyone else. Nurses have trust issues when it comes to doctors.

Tomorrow is my weigh in. And the start of another two days a work. May the force be with me.