Man. This weekend was tough. All because of one night that involved the airport. My brother-in-law flew into town with his girlfriend and we headed to the airport to pick him up. His flight had already been delayed from an arrival at 7:30pm to 11:45pm. No big deal, it’s a Saturday night, staying up late is easier. So we get there around 11:30pm and parking takes forever because so many flights are delayed. We finally get into the airport and the flight is pushed back to arriving at 12:15am, so we set up shop at a bar in the Westin hotel since everything else in the airport is shut down. Well, even though they landed at 12:15am, they were stuck at the plane which wasn’t moving, for 2 more hours. And then once they got off, we were stuck waiting for their luggage until 4:30am. There were stranded people sleeping everywhere, more stranded luggage than human beings, and while I sat and waited, I noticed there were mice running throughout the baggage claim area. It was awful. We didn’t get home until after 5am and I didn’t fall asleep until 6am. And then work up by 9am.
I wasn’t even flying but I have now vowed to never fly Frontier ever again. I will pay whatever I need to pay, even if it’s only an hour a flight. Never once did the pilot say why they weren’t moving, never once did anyone in baggage claim explain why the bags weren’t moving, and because of that, they have lost many customers. Sh*t gets tough sometimes, especially when it comes to the holiday season, but if you are a business – or just a human being – you have to take responsibility for what is going on, even if it’s not what others what to hear. Honesty goes a long way.
That being said, I let this frustration and lack of sleep get to me for quite a few hours. Hence why I talked about it here as well as on social media. But after talking about it, I had face the fact that the stress wasn’t worth obsessing about. It wasn’t worth ruining my Sunday. So what did I do? I got productive! I pulled my 3 hour sleepless self into the shower, put on some makeup, got to the grocery store, made a new recipe for you guys, walked the dog, cleaned the house, then watched the Food Network. I took that negativity energy and turned it into something positive. Usually I do that by going to the gym, but since I don’t workout on Sundays, being productive with my work was the perfect outlet.
Have you found your outlet yet?!
Oh wait, before you go, I have another podcast question for you guys! This week on the podcast, I’m going to record an episode about getting rid of sugar addiction. I think most of us have struggled with that at some point, or maybe you are at this moment, so I’d love to hear any questions you may have when it comes to sugar, sugar addiction, and whatever else interests you! Thanks so much for leaving your questions, I love hearing from you guys!
Sunday – Rest day
Monday – see video here
Every minute on the minute for 12 min (alternating):
10 calorie air dyne
8/8 pistols or 12/12 jumping Bulgarian split squats
8 strict pull ups or 16 kipping pull ups
Then
3 rounds for time:
10 front rack lunges
10 burpees
10 front squat
8 burpees
10 toes to bar
6 burpees
10 power cleans
4 burpees
10 front rack lunges
2 burpees
Tuesday – Rest day
Wednesday – see video here
Deadlift: 2 x 20, adding. First set at 66%, goal of 71% (12 mins) – I did 145# & 160#
4 Rounds For Time Of: (15 min time cap)
200m Run
75 Double Unders
30 Russian KB Swings (70/55)
I finished in 11:45 rx
Thursday –
For Total Time:
2 Rounds of:
400m run
25 Hang Power Cleans (135/95)
Rest 5 minutes, then…
800m run
25 Hang Power Cleans (185/125)
I finished in 17:53 using 85# and 115#
Friday –
Every 90 sec for 12 mins (9 sets):
Power Clean + Push Jerk + Squat Clean + Split Jerk. First set at 55%, add as you wish. – I worked up to 120#
Then With a 12 min Clock:
10 Push Jerks (135/95)
2-4-6-8-10-12… Muscle Ups / Burpee Pull Ups
I finished my set of 14 burpee pull ups
Saturday –
25 minute AMRAP – In teams of 3 – 1 person working at a time:
100 calorie row – 50 burpees – 40 thrusters (95/65)
100 calorie row – 50 burpees – 40 thrusters (115/75)
100 calorie row – 50 burpees – max thrusters (135/95)
We finished the last row
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5 rounds for time:
20 v-ups
20 tuck jumps
20 jumping lunges (weighted, if possible)
20 burpees
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I’m a big fan of Gretchen Rubin and she has a theory that everyone is either a “moderator” or an “abstainer”. Some people find it easier to control themselves and have only a small amount of a treat while others do better going without completely. I personally find it easier to have no cookies than just one. How do you feel about this idea?
Frontier is the WORST. I’m glad you have a more public forum to mention their shortcomings because I agree with you 100%. I think they con you into taking a flight with them (at a low price) and then treat you terribly. Such a bummer because they used to be awesome. Remember the warm cookies they’d serve? <–Sorry, definitely not in line with the question about sugar addiction 🙂
So bummed they almost ruined your Sunday, but thanks for showing us all how to push through a bummer situation and stay happy and healthy.
it’s crazy they used to be such a good airline. they are truly terrible!! never again!
Hey Juli, you god damn legend. question for your podcast this week, what is your best tip for avoiding that sugar monster that creeps the fuck up on you the second you get home from work that makes you want to eat a bag of chips covered in nutella while a pizza pocket heats up in the microwave… maybe I went a little over board and side tracked but how do you avoid that between afternoon snack and dinner hit. keep you the good work, youre the best, muchos love from Australia 🙂 xxxx
Hi Juli,
What are some foods that people may consume when trying to kick sugar to the curb, but it kicks them in the ass instead? You may think you are doing yourself a favour but it is ruining all your effort? Who cares how you say “cuisinart” anyways? Sigh
Do you have any sugar-free treats for when you’re craving sugar? If I eat anything with even honey or maple syrup in it before bed I can’t sleep. Sometimes I slice a banana and freeze it for just such an occasion but wondered if you had other ideas. Thanks.
Do people with strong sugar cravings find that Paleo treats (desserts, muffins, etc.) are equally as addictive as non-Paleo desserts, or is it very dependent on the person, situation, and recipe?
Would love to hear your thoughts and/or experience of the Whole30 program!
Someone on your site mentioned Eating Evolved chocolate a while ago, so I went and bought some (awesome so thank you to whoever that was!). I’m not a sweet tooth (anymore) but enjoy a bit of dark chocolate each day. I find that having a little each day helps keep any cravings at bay and I don’t overindulge. Plus only eating whole foods, working out, getting enough sleep, etc which also helps of course. If I need something rich, one of their coconut butter cups does the trick. So happy you can buy their products at Thrive Market now.
BTW – we moved to the USA a few years ago from another country and were shocked by the amount of sugar and ingredients in supermarket and restaurant foods here. Everything is so sweet!
Looking forward to this podcast.
Eating Evolved chocolate is by far my favorite! they are amazing!
Just did your at home workout…why oh why do the body weight burners end up being so much shittier than I ever expect!? I always forget how affective and rough those can be! Thanks for all the free content Juli, you’re a gem ????
they are always the hardest, huh!? glad you liked the workout!!
Sugar addiction is the worst! I do 21 day sugar detox and after that I am good for awhile, but then have something sweet and special occasion and the flood gates open. How to you control yourself and eat sweets in moderation? I just can’t! For me it’s like oh, I ate a cookie yesterday, so it’s ok to eat a whole bag to caramel popcorn today.