Fit Mommy Friday

Iiiiiiiit's FRIDAY! Fellow Fit Mommies, you know what that means!

This week was actually a bit difficult for me. Nutritionally, I totally blew Wednesday's "health streak" with several handfuls of Fritos (which I'm sure I'll pay for that in the form of swelling up like a Macy's Thanksgiving Day balloon).

Now, I'm  not usually a chip eater with the exception of eating out at Mexican restaurants. But in my defense, I haven't had Fritos in *years*. (I used to eat them almost religiously when I was a teenager!) But then Dean bought 2 bags at the store (buy 1, get 1 free), so we ate chips and sandwiches for dinner.

I told myself I'd only have ONE chip...but then...

Oh.my.goodness! That one Frito was sooooo good!

I soon found myself grabbing handful after handful of crispy, salty love. (I am truly pathetic.)

However, that was the only culinary indulgence I engaged in this week, so I guess that's not too bad in the grand scheme of things. (I'll give you my official answer once the bloating sets in.)

Anyway, in workout news I did pretty well. So well in fact, that I'm still sore today following Wednesday's and Thursday's vicious plank circuits. (Thank you, Jillian Michaels...) Anyone else torture themselves with those? Not necessarily Jillian Michaels' routines but planks in general? Because seriously, my obliques and hips are killing me just sitting here! I also had the privilage of "feeling it" in my abs when I sneezed earlier. Yeah...good times! LOL

But it's a "good" kind of pain. At least that's what I keep telling myself. Not so sure I'll perform the same circuit back to back next week (or ever!) but I enjoyed it at the time. :)

Next week, I plan to use a Firm tape at least once during the week, in addition to the Jillian workouts. Perhaps then I won't be in so much agony. I also vow to step away from the Fritos. This should be easy, considering what's left in the bag probably won't last through the weekend, and they're no longer on sale.

Wait! I almost forgot! I read this great Q & A and thought I'd share it with all of you. It's about effectively resetting your metabolism after years of yoyo or crash dieting. Click here to read more.

So, how about you? What challenges and successes has your week delivered? Sign the Mr. Linky below to share your thoughts! :)

1. Katrina @ Mama Manuscripts (fit pregnancy) 2. Michelle Smith @ A Life Better Than I Deserve (Dug Down Deep by Joshua Harris) 3. Danielle @ Rocks at my feet 4. Heidi @ Chatter & Clatter 5. Mrs. White The Legacy of Home (Level Two)

6. Heidi (Reviews & Reflections) 7. Lisa C. @ the Wyldhouse Homestead (Eating Healthy on the Road) 8. homeschool101 9. Heather @ Faith, Family and Fun 10. Tea Time With Annie Kate

11. kathy @Stewards steno 12. Lori@Not-So-Superwoman 13. Debra @ Footprints in the Butter 14. Tracy 3Guys & A Doll

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Review: Knockout Entrepreneur by George Foreman

I was anticipating Knockout Entrepreneur to be a nice easy read, filled with timely information about how to be a great business person/entrepreneur, from a man who has "been there, done that".

I was expecting the book to be filled with a generous sprinkling of Foreman anecdotes which, although I can't say I'm a huge fan of his, would still prove to be interesting and insightful.

Indeed, Knockout Entrepreneur delivers all that and more.

First, allow me to share the positives.

In "Knockout Entrepreneur", George Foreman shares the Scriptural principles he's maintained throughout his life and career to achieve his goals. The tone of the book is relaxed and casual, making you feel as though you're listening to a wise friend or family member. Chapter titles such as "Listen To Your Corner", "Know Your Foe" and "Keep Answering the Bell" remind you that the author is still very much a boxer at heart.

Foreman reminds readers that at the end of the day, success has more to do with character than it does financial gain. He encourages entrepreneurs to keep looking up, to stay focused, accept responsibility, and seek ways to improve--personally and business wise. I especially enjoyed the fact that he encourages readers to read as much as possible. Not only to keep up with current business trends, but to also enrich their vocabularies. The advice contained in this book isn't earth-shattering or "new" by any means, but it does bear repeating from time to time.

As for the singular negative aspect of this book, it felt (at times) like a 200+ page infomercial for George Foreman. Although I doubt that was his intention, I quickly grew tired of hearing all about his boxing career and the George Foreman Grill.

Be that as it may, fans of Mr. Foreman will appreciate this book as well as fresh-faced entrepreneurs.

*As a member of the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger program, I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received, and my opinions are strictly my own.*