I didn’t want to workout at all but knew I’d feel 10 times better – both mentally and physically – if I worked up a sweat.
As always, exercise proved to be an instant mood booster and I left the gym after a lunchtime workout feeling much more motivated to tackle my to-do list for the day. Exercise is energizing!
Today’s workout focused on incline walking.
Walking is no joke and this workout definitely made me sweat. I followed it up with 20 minutes on the elliptical before calling it a day.
Lunch
You’re never too old for peanut butter and jelly, right?
I made myself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on toasted Ezekiel bread for lunch today. Sides included sugar snap peas, a clementine and Terra chips.
Simple but satisfying!
Off to study!
Incline walking is NO joke, for sure!! I love Terra chips–I have some super crunchy sweet potato ones that I’ve been loving on. So yumm.
Have fun studying!
Annette@FitnessPerks
Oh Sadie looks so comfy and cute! And you never regret a workout!
Or a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. lol.
Katie @ running4cupcakes
Treadmill walking can make me more sore than a run!! I always feel better after a workout. Maybe that’s why I’m in an afternoon slump. I hate afternoon practices!
Sarah @PickyRunner
What is Ezekiel Bread like? I have seen it in the grocery store refrigerated. What is more beneficial than regular old wheat?
Jackie
Ezekiel bread is amazing! It’s made with sprouted live grains and contains no flour. It is also a complete protein and contains numerous nutrients! You can find out more on their website: http://www.foodforlife.com/about_us/ezekiel-49
Alison
here’s more info: http://www.foodforlife.com/about_us/ezekiel-49
i like the texture a lot – it’s definitely more dense than regular bread. i only like it toasted though!
peanutbutterfingers
Thanks guys! I will have to give it a try!
Jackie
I am addicted to their english muffins. We go through 2 packages a week. I should buy stock in Food for Life.
Sarah@makingthymeforhealth
Aww, Sadie is too adorable. I love peanut butter and jelly! I don’t think you are ever too old for a pb&j sandwich. It’s a classic
Those terra chips are yummy too!
Hope @ With A Side Of Hope
Never to ild for PB&J. I didn’t want to workput before work either so did 15 minute Tabata workout. A good sweat and not that much time. It does help to keep moving!
Carli
Sadie looks just like I felt this morning. Isn’t it funny how a good workout can make even the most sluggish day 100 times more productive? Well good luck on your studying, that’s what I’m off to do too!
Victoria
good luck to you, too!!
peanutbutterfingers
I’ve been on the lookout for some new treadmill walking workouts thanks to the frigid temps we’ve been having here in SLC, so this is perfect! Walking has been my exercise of choice most of my pregnancy, and you’re right, it can be no joke if you add in some speed and incline!
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
Incline walking is killer!! I wish my dog was that peaceful today, I just came home to a jacket with a fresh new hole in it and my earbuds eaten, oh the joys of having a puppy!
Kaitlin @4loveofcarrots
No way! Never too old for a PB&J!
Ashlee
I agree that if you walk inclines and at different speeds, your shins, glutes, everything will slowwwly begin to burn~! I always feel so refreshed after working out, especially if I wasn’t sure if I should work out.
Ellie@Fit for the Soul
Getting a sweat on is always a great way to get some energy. Walking is my main form of exercise right now, and no one ever seems to believe me when I tell them how good of a workout it can be. Add some inclines, though, and it can really tire you out!
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Ezekiel bread is the best! I especially like their English muffins…they are amazing with soy burgers! Way to exercise for energy + endorphins!
Alison
i’ve never tried their english muffins but i want to!
peanutbutterfingers
I really want a PB and J now. It’s cold and blah outside today and I don’t feel like working out at all. :/ Little one takes a nap in 10 minutes so I need to get my butt motivated.
Ashley @ Eat Run Live Happy
I love incline walking and a good old PBJ sandwich!
Kerry @ Totes My Oats
I’m feeling sooo sluggish and run down today. No gym access today and I need my running high!! -20 outside run here I go…
TorontoRunner
I had a question about incline walking on a treadmill. I’ve heard mixed reviews about holding on to the top of the treadmill when walking at an incline. I’ve heard it makes it easier/you don’t get as good of a workout. Do you hold on?
Laura
Working out is such a mood booster! When I feel sluggish after a long day at the office and am not in the mood to workout, I try to remind myself of what will happen if I don’t. Most likely, I’ll park my butt on the couch the rest of the night and get nothing done. But if I workout, even for a short time, I’ll have energy to get everything done that I want to do. And still plenty of time to relax afterwards. So worth it!
Meghan @ After the Ivy League
peanut butter, peas, and an “orange” – all great running foods!
check out my blog post today about great food for runners: http://runningathousandmiles.blogspot.com/
Kelsie
LOVE PB&J . And when you want one, nothing else will do.
The Kidless Kronicles
Nicole
I had a hard time getting out of bed this morning going to the gym, but I know my day started off to a much better start since I went. Incline walking is such a challenge, but I love the burn. You can never go wrong with PB & J either!
Sky @ The Blonde In Black
I love PB & J! Oddly enough, I never ate it as a kid. I was just straight peanut butter, but now I love it with jelly!
Natalie @ Free Range Human
I’ve grown to be a BIG fan of incline walking! And you’re right- pb&j are always delish.
joelle (on a pink typewriter)
PB&J is my ultimate go-to lunch when I have no idea what to make! My dog does the same thing too, and what makes it worse is he has long, warm fur (golden retriever) that makes it even harder to get up and move around- I just want to sit and snuggle with him!
Kristina @Run and Assimilate
I love incline walking. It’s a nice break from running and, as you said, it’s still a challenging workout!
Lisa @ Jogging on Coffee
Walking workouts are my kind of treadmill workouts. I for some reason can’t stand running on the treadmill, I find it much harder than outside. I guess that’s kind of odd.
Lisa
I LOVE pb and j’s. Only if they are cut in half though, I’m weird
lindsay @ fuelmyfamily
PBJ never, ever gets old!
Lindsay
Walking on inclines is harder than running in my book! Even with my long legs!
Katie @ Peace Love and Oats
That lunch looks amazing! Talk about the best classic comfort food growing up. I’m coming over right now for a plate!
Allie
How cute is Sadie?! I want to come snuggle her right now. Good luck with studying!!
Amy
PB&J… That makes my stomach happy on the inside. When I workout for a mood boost I tend to call it my Sanity Run. Are you preparing to climb Mount Everest now though? Those inclines are no joke
Emily @ FitMamaInTheCity
Whoa girl, incline is serious stuff. I will forever be in love with pb&j! I’m a five year old that way
Avery @ Southern Belle Living Well
your lunch looks so good! sometimes the simplest meals are the most delicious
and I agree, walking is such a great workout, I’ve been incline walking for awhile and it definitely works up a good sweat!
Andrea
I really want a pb&j sandwich now!
Jessica @fromthekitchentotheroad
incline walking is one of my fav workouts! i usually leave the incline the same though – i’m going to try this!!
Linz @ Itz Linz
Weird Sadie question…. does she shed? I’ve seen you write that her breed is good for people with allergies but I don’t remember anything about if she sheds. If so, is it alot??
Leah
I like walking workouts
sara @ fitcupcaker
I had this same lunch today, except honey instead of jelly! You’re definitely never too old for pb & j
Kate @ Quarter Century Southern Living
That workout was no joke! I tried it myself and it really worked up a sweat. Thanks for sharing!
Traci
Nothing beats a simple pb&j sandwich! My favorite is made with my mom’s homemade raspberry jam!
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More
This could not have come at a better time, now I know what I am doimg for my workout tonight!
kerr
How good are snap peas? I just recently bought a bag.. and poof, they were gone!
Haley
Haha NEVER to old for a PB and J! When I worked in a kindergarten class I started eating them because the kids looked so good. But sometime you should try a wheat tortilla with fresh raspberries or apples and PB…kind of a grown up PB and J
Makenzie
Terra chips are my absolute favorite! So yummy!
Rachel
Doot de dooo..off to Fresh Market to buy peanut butter..
Molly from LifesLemons
Crazy! I just did one. Of your incline waing workouts this morning before work! I love em b/c running isn’t my best friend
Molly
PB and jelly always hits the spot! Yummm.
Maggie
There must be something in the air today because that is totally how I felt before I worked out. PB&J sounds amazing and I think I’m going to go pull out the ol’ Ezekiel cinnamon raisin bread and make one myself!
Rachel B @ Busy Mama Fitness
Never had Terra chips before! I’ll look out for them next time I stop by the store! They look yummy! I love almond butter and jelly sandwiches more than the regular PB&J
Audrey Adams