The Man Purse

"It's where I keep all my things. Get a lot of compliments on this. Plus, its not a purse, its called a satchel. Indiana Jones wears one."

Ha! Just one of the many hilarious quotes from the movie, The Hangover...and a quote that is thrown at me almost daily. Why? Well, I am one of those folks that actually utilizes the satchel, or "man purse" if you will.

Its not because I have a new job. Its not because I am trying to be fancy. And its not because it's a "Coach" (although I dig Coach...thanks Alli!) It is...yes folks...where I keep all my things.

By things, I really mean food, supplements, and all else needed to keep me on track. To some extent, the purse has become more prevalent due to the new job but to be fair, it existed long before. In the morning, I grab my supplements and my food and throw it in my bag. A glorified lunch pale I guess. Then, at work, when I need to leave my office for a long period of time, I grab my purse and out the door I go. Come noon or 2 pm or whenever, when it is time to eat, I go to the bag. The food in the Capitol is not known for its health content (unfortunately) and is limited. So this thing becomes a life saver. I grab my chicken and tortilla...or my protein powder and shaker...and go on with my day.

Look, I have been busy in my new gig and it has been difficult to get to the gym. But I have still managed. If it weren't for my ability to keep a positive nitrogen balance (constant source of protein) and keep my energy up throughout the day, I can tell you that making it to the gym would be that much more difficult.

So, I will continue to wear my "purse" and you can continue to mock me. But please keep in mind, the next time you pass out in the middle of your workout or fail to make it in entirely; I hope you don't mind a little ribbing. Long live the purse. Good times.