FALLING OFF THE HEALTHY DIET BANDWAGON - RUN WITH ME - BEGINNER MARATHON TRAINING VLOG

[@clairenortham]

Those clouds are so pretty!

[@sJ-jf3yv]

I've loved yoga for winding down, not quite the same as a glass of wine but it makes me feel so chilled. I managed my first run yesterday and I can't believe how much better I felt after. Thank you so much for these vlogs, you are seriously inspiring xx

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Thanks for sharing!! I should really try to get back into yoga. I'm so glad you felt better after running. It really is such a stress reliever. Some of my best ideas also come to me while running!

[@EpicKate]

Congrats on doing your first run, that is huge! Are you going to keep it up?

[@sJ-jf3yv]

@@EpicKate thanks so much. yes definitely going to keep it up, I forgot how good exercise makes me feel xx

[@EpicKate]

@@sJ-jf3yv My last two runs before today were so hard but today it felt great! I was vlunning about talking about stuff I'm passionate about so that definitely helped!

[@sJ-jf3yv]

@@EpicKate well done for doing them!! I had no idea you had a channel, I'll have a look - anything to help with motivation and feel less on my own with this running shabang is great in my book! Xxx

[@ashleycartier152]

Be guilt free! 💕 remember your PURPOSE and restart!!!! We are here with you every step of the way!

[@emilylester4446]

You inspire me!

[@iSoccerLuv]

Food habits are horrible, losing weight but I know it's all the muscle I worked hard to build before this all happened. I'm becoming a marshmallow. Since I can't go to the gym, I have decided to start working on my running. I binged about half your videos of ' 1 mile a day for 30 days' last night while I couldn't sleep. It helped motivate me today to go for a run in the snow, and not only that but ended up doing 2 miles. So thank you for being inspiring and uploading your journey!

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Wow that's such an awesome feeling when you EXCEED what you set out to do. Great work! I'm glad those videos could be the little extra push to get out there...especially in the snow. I know that is not easy. Keep me posted how you're doing!

[@EpicKate]

Something fun my husband and I do in the evenings is watch funny videos on youtube. Laughter over stupid humor is something to look forward to!

[@72ChrissyB]

I have also fallen off the healthy eating wagon. Off the wagon and into a ditch. But as always you motivate me to look at the positive. I haven't gained back all the weight I lost (yet) so that's something. I guess my back on track plan will be to get back to tracking calories. Even if I'm not done binging I can make myself log it. For the evening treat think of it this way as much as you look forward to the wine it's really that quiet moment when the kids are in bed and your day is complete that relaxes you not the wine itself. Maybe some peppermint tea or sugar free cocoa or crystal lite in a wine glass. LOL

[@andisofranko724]

About a year ago I found that totally giving up alcohol was the most important thing to push my health goals forward but I REALLY missed my wind down at the end of the night cocktail. I found an amazing chocolate company called Hu that I’ve used to replace that end of the day reward. It’s paleo, so very clean and without chemicals and additives. They have beautiful bars with different flavors and fillings(all natural) or little nuggets that they call “Gems” for those times you can get by with just a handful. Chocolate can boost your dopamine production so it replaces that warm happy feeling that I searched for with alcohol but without the toxins or hydration setback. Highly recommend this method for replacing your nightly drinky poo and I’m sure there are other clean chocolatiers out there but this is the one I know and can get in my area.

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Wow thank you for that suggestion! I am feeling soooo much more focus, energy, and overall healthy feeling since quitting alcohol. I don't crave chocolate though. What I settled into is a tiny bit of Komucha at the end of the day. Sometimes I just have a seltzer :) How do you do in social drinking situations? Do you take your own non-alcoholic drinks? What do you order at bars? help lol

[@andisofranko724]

Kombucha!! Solid. It’s the perfect new healthy habit for a beer nerd. Where I live you can even fill growlers from the local brewers and most bars have at least one tap dedicated to the booch! In social drinking situations if there’s no kombucha I’m a big fan of club soda with limes/lemons. It looks like a cocktail so it helps keep comments at bay from those who apply peer pressure. When I’m really struggling with not having a cocktail I squeeze a lot of limes/lemons into my club soda and put in a few drops of liquid stevia. It kind of mimics a margarita and feels more like a treat.

[@MsJoxer]

Oh I can so relate to this!! I've gained half a stone, it's been so easy to fall off the wagon. Lol the next thing in the uk to be sold out, after toilet rolls, was alcohol. I guess everyone was drinking at home instead of at the pub. I never drink, and I did last weekend. Also all the Easter baking (OMG simnel cake and hot cross buns!!). I have a stinking headache today, but I'm going for a run in a little while and take the dog with me. I started some yoga too - I'm not elegant, but feel loads more chilled afterwards 😆

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

You're the second comment to mention yoga! I'm definitely going to get back into it at the very beginner level and see how it helps. It's so easy to give into temptations around holidays! All the treats are right in your face it seems. This Easter was the first holiday since I can remember that I didn't "treat" myself and I feel really proud of myself. I even filled eggs with candy for the kids and didn't take a bite like I usually would. Did you get out for your run? I hope it helped your headache!

[@MsJoxer]

I did run, it's definitely so good for clearing the head! Haha we have 3 birthdays in our house over the next week, so I'll be having a bit of cake or two. I figure as long as I keep active, it will all be ok 🤨

[@adinaluca317]

At this time, my falling off the bandwagon would be making it into the statistics in virus infections. So I am inclined to take it very easy about other restrictions and monitoring whether I see any light between my thighs, which is my equivalent of your chin measurement. Having said that, I do drink wine every night and it bothers me too. After trying a suggested solution of 'week day no, Fri to Sun yes' and failing miserably week after week, I now do the 1 to 3 method: 1 sip of wine, 3 gulps of water. It achieves much lower quantities of wine but causes lots of trips to the toilet. I take the phone to the toilet trips and make them count as daily steps in the health app. There you go - I hope it helps.

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

I tried the no drinking during the week and it just never worked! i felt like I had to start all over every monday. It's been a couple weeks now and it's just easier to not drink...also cheaper and less calories consumed lol

[@SmittyMRE]

Aptly named, puke hill. I haven’t drank in 5 years, but I definitely replaced it with crappy food instead. I hear you on looking at yourself while editing. I don’t like looking at me. I think it’s important to recognize that people don’t see ourselves the way we see ourselves. Even though he’s contractually obligated, you better believe Dan when he complements you.

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

all good points! I know you can relate to the staring at yourself editing part for sure! Do you tend to eat the crappy food at night when you used to drink?

[@SmittyMRE]

Mrs Space Cadet the old wander into the kitchen late at night, snoop around even though I’m not hungry, and find something crappy. Better snack options are a must, but as soon as they are gone there is no stopping me from having crap

[@MorganSmith-cn2tj]

I'm a new subscriber/follower so I'm not sure what your routine looks like, but instead of rewarding myself with alcohol, I try to reward myself by listening to a new episode of my favorite podcast or watching an episode of my favorite show, etc!

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

I like this idea! I feel like I never get the TV to myself though lol. Maybe I could do a podcast before bed

[@EpicKate]

Duuude, you've progressed so much. Your speaking voice is totally normal. I wouldn't even be able to guess that you are running in the beginningn if I was just listening to you. I just edited my latest vlun and I'm just doing a mile and you can TELL that I'm running. Haha. I'm not talking down on myself or anything- just saying you really really have progressed.

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

thank you! I didn't even notice that!

[@EpicKate]

@@MrsSpaceCadet We don't see progress because it feels so slow, but that's why it's so great to share your journey so other people can see it for you!

[@bethlaird516]

I can’t stop eating Easter Candy. The little chocolate miniatures. I dip them in peanut butter 🙄

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Chocolate peanut butter combo is a weakness of mine!

[@seashelleyes1]

Diet is definitely the hardest for me! I'm using noom right now and i feel like it's helping a lot. Im trying to learn how to allow myself to indulge, and then bounce back right away - because lets face it, i usually give myself the rest of the day... or week... oh well i'll wait till I feel like trying again hahaha!

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

That used to be my problem after indulging! I would think well, I already had that so I'll start tomorrow....or Monday and the cycle continued. I like what Alysha said about 90/10. If you look at it like that, there's no falling off the bandwagon because it's part of your bandwagon so to speak

[@whatrunsyou]

@@MrsSpaceCadet EXACTLY, EXACTLY

[@saramckee3394]

I have fallen off so many times, and have been of for so long....almost feels like I am lost. I’ve never been a wine drinker, but I do like beer and other alcoholic beverages. But now that I am older and medication, I really have limited those drinks. One of my treats is dove dark chocolate. My husband will surprise me with a bag of them every now and then. I put them up and use them as a treat, or pick me up, and have one. At most three! Another thing I look forward to on a rough day, is long hot shower. Afterwards I mix up lavender baby lotion into my regular lotion/moisturizers. Be careful using the lavender baby lotion by itself and all over. It may cause super relaxation and make you comatose! Lol

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

haha that's good to know! I'm so tired by the end of the day

[@sophiacorrell4848]

You are beautiful!! Also, maybe try healthier treats for the end of the day! Like frozen bananas dipped in chocolate, or maybe like a smoothie but sneak in some cacao powder! You inspire me every single day to get out there :,) You also remind me what day of the week it is and for that, I thank you

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Thanks for the tips! And I'm glad I help you know what day it is haha!

[@EpicKate]

I love this comment so much I had to say Hi. You're a cool person.

[@16Table]

Oh yes, I’ve totally fallen off the band wagon, my body is turning into one big marshmallow 😩 However like you said, we shouldn’t be so hard on ourselves, I’ve been home now for 23 days now, and I’ve ran 14 times and done 45 miles 👍🏻 A positive thing from this isolation, if there is one, is that I’ve learned to embrace my running again. Also discovering your lovely vlogs, has inspired me no end, thanks and keep up the good work 👍🏻🏃🏼‍♀️

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Love it!! I'm so glad you are back to it! Keep me posted how you're doing :)

[@nancymartin9391]

You inspire me!! So you did 4 miles yesterday. Have you shared your weekly plan that you do right now, meaning # of days and miles you run each day? I am training for a half with my daughter. Right now doing Tues/3mi, Thurs/3mi, and Sat long runs (just at 4mi so far), plus 2 cross training per week. Anyway, I will keep watching because you are so fun to watch, authentic, realistic, and encouraging! You got this! Thanks for sharing your journey!!

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Hi! This week was 3 miles on Monday, 4 miles Wednesday, 2.5 miles today (Friday), and Sunday will be 10! :) When is your half? That's so cool you get to run it with your daughter.

[@nancymartin9391]

@@MrsSpaceCadet Wow! You are up to 10 miles!! That is fantastic!! Our half marathon isn't until mid September, if they allow races by then. We are trying to get a solid base before increasing the long runs. I will look forward to your video when you do your 10 miles!! And I am going to borrow your "puke hill" description when we start adding tougher hills! Keep on Mrs. Space Cadet. You are a riot!!!

[@janne2163]

I love having my 1 drink at night! Makes me feel so guilty. Soo what I am.teying is a cuonof tea at night. Like sleepy time tea or something. I am not a tea person but I am trying lol. That's my tip. Keep up the great work. Love love your videos

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Great tip! It's been cold and rainy here so it'd be great tea drinking weather. I'll have to give that a try. thank you!

[@danadraghetti4082]

I’m so glad I found you on tiktok 😁

[@kaitlynpatterson3938]

came from your tik toks and love these videos even more!! love your content and love your mindset :)

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate it!

[@jennifermowat2785]

Hi, just started watching your channel. Feeling soooo motivated, tomorrow is my 1st run of 2020. I haven’t run since August last year 😖 I am after some advice on how to stop aching calves to the point where an hour after my run I struggle to walk. Later on in the day it does ease off but then it affects the rest of my run’s for the week 🙁 I get so unmotivated and then within the month I give up. Any suggestions very welcome thank you 🤗

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

You got this! I would message WhatRunsYou on Instagram for better advice, but I ALWAYS warm up and then the first stretch I do right after running is calf stretch...lunge forward slightly with back leg straight and foot pointed forward. Also use a foam roller!

[@tequilamockingbird2895]

When you see the video title and say same Mrs Space Cadet same !!

[@tequilamockingbird2895]

My run this morning was blergh because I felt hideous from stupid food choices yesterday. Had all this healthy savoury food in the freezer but noooo. So thinking maybe make some frozen nice cream with bananas and whatever - I am going into winter so will be interesting 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Do what you can and think purpose over pleasure. It helps me to focus on my clear purpose. Keep me posted! Sorry you're going into Winter :(

[@SAHMMNA]

Super timely... Everyone is feeling tons of uncertainty and pressure. Thanks for the share! ❤️

[@garfield5179]

Hi. You are doing great and I love your running videos. Hopefully you are able to get back on track. I believe in you 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

Thank you so much!

[@garfield5179]

@@MrsSpaceCadet No problem 👍😁

[@SOhairUK]

Your consistency is inspiring. I go out jogging, but only manage about 3 miles. Do you run through the whole run? I can't seem to run the whole 3 miles

[@MrsSpaceCadet]

I do run through the whole thing because it's harder for me to run again after walking. My coach has good advice on why it's better not to walk. She's always willing to chat, especially if you message her on Instagram!