***This post is for my FEMALE friends!!***
As many of you know, I have been doing a weight loss challenge for the past few weeks with Fit Bottomed Girl & The Energy Zone. The first few weeks they have us drastically cut back on sugars & most carbs. It was hard, but after a few weeks, I'm doing pretty good. (Sugar-free 60 cal chocolate Jello Pudding has been my saviour!)
I was a bit worried at the begining of the week since I was starting my period. In the past (well, pretty much since I was first graced with it's presence) I have had HORRIBLE cramps!! The first two days are miserable!! My mom even let me stay home from school once (which NEVER happened) b/c they were so bad once in High School.
I had my meeting yesterday with Jessica to discuss my week, etc and I realized.....I hardly had ANY cramps this month!!! She said it was because I had cut out the sugar & carbs and that she makes her daughters cut them out for the first few days of their period to avoid cramps, bloating, pimples, etc. WOW. I wish someone had told me this YEARS ago. Ok, so I may not have believed them...but I believe it now. And wanted to pass it along so maybe others can be pain free!! :)
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Saturday, October 16, 2010
FBG Challenge - Week 1
Well, I have successfully completed my FIRST week of my Fit Bottomed Girl/Energy Zone Weight Loss Challenge!!
Last week was just an informational meeting. We got to meet all the great girls who are participating in the challenge and get to know each other. I'm really excited to get to know all of the girls and work together to become true FIT BOTTOMED GIRLS!!!
Each week we have a one-on-one with Jessica to talk about what's going on. She tries to customize plans for each girl depending on their specific needs and "issues". Most of us are concentrating on upping are proteins and reducing our sugars & carbs. The goal is to increase our metabolism, then we can slowly add these items back into our diet.
So far, I've actually done pretty good. I did have a "bad day" on Tuesday but most of that was because of poor planning on my part! I was running late and ran out of the house without any snacks! Since Tuesday is Agent Tour day, I had to avoid the cookies at the first tour and ended up eating some pizza at the second. I tried to eat mostly topics, though there weren't many and the pizza was cold and not great. I was very upset because I didn't even enough the calories I put in my body! I went to the gas station afterwards and stocked up on pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds & jerky. Wednesday was much better. I had a seminar where BBQ was provided. I just avoided the bun and stocked up on meat, coleslaw and salad. I did the same at dinner and ordered a meal without and bread. If it's not there, I won't be tempted. I was also good on Thursday night when I got a burger and asked the server NOT to even bring the bun. If there was a bun, I probably would have at least had a few bites!
To subside my chocolate/sugar cravings, I've been eating a sugar-free pudding snack at night. I also try to have cheese, almonds, eggs & lunch meat around to snack on. My body hasn't been the happiest with this change, but it's all part of the detox process and I know I'll be happy with the end result! My measurements have already gone down a little!
Today we had our "cooking class" and learned out to make protein pancakes, quiche & pie. It was all AMAZING! I guess I might have to start cooking a little - but thankfully it can all be made in advanced and frozen!
Last week was just an informational meeting. We got to meet all the great girls who are participating in the challenge and get to know each other. I'm really excited to get to know all of the girls and work together to become true FIT BOTTOMED GIRLS!!!
Each week we have a one-on-one with Jessica to talk about what's going on. She tries to customize plans for each girl depending on their specific needs and "issues". Most of us are concentrating on upping are proteins and reducing our sugars & carbs. The goal is to increase our metabolism, then we can slowly add these items back into our diet.
So far, I've actually done pretty good. I did have a "bad day" on Tuesday but most of that was because of poor planning on my part! I was running late and ran out of the house without any snacks! Since Tuesday is Agent Tour day, I had to avoid the cookies at the first tour and ended up eating some pizza at the second. I tried to eat mostly topics, though there weren't many and the pizza was cold and not great. I was very upset because I didn't even enough the calories I put in my body! I went to the gas station afterwards and stocked up on pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds & jerky. Wednesday was much better. I had a seminar where BBQ was provided. I just avoided the bun and stocked up on meat, coleslaw and salad. I did the same at dinner and ordered a meal without and bread. If it's not there, I won't be tempted. I was also good on Thursday night when I got a burger and asked the server NOT to even bring the bun. If there was a bun, I probably would have at least had a few bites!
To subside my chocolate/sugar cravings, I've been eating a sugar-free pudding snack at night. I also try to have cheese, almonds, eggs & lunch meat around to snack on. My body hasn't been the happiest with this change, but it's all part of the detox process and I know I'll be happy with the end result! My measurements have already gone down a little!
Today we had our "cooking class" and learned out to make protein pancakes, quiche & pie. It was all AMAZING! I guess I might have to start cooking a little - but thankfully it can all be made in advanced and frozen!
Monday, September 27, 2010
Metabolism Boost/Cleanse
Well, I did it. I did a "cleanse". I've heard of so many different types of cleanses and none of them sounds like "fun" or very healthy for that matter! As I mentioned in a previous post, I signed up for an 8 week weight loss challenge with The Energy Zone 151 & Fit Bottomed Girls. The challenge doesn't begin until Oct 9th and I'm heading to Mexico THIS Friday!! Long story short, I got convinced to try their cleanse, which is really more of a metabolism boost.
Here's the basics:
Day 1: Drink 2 gallons of a mixture of Metabolife Beverage Mix, Protein, Aloe & Water
Day 2: 5 protein shakes
Day 3: 2 protein shakes and a meal
Day 1: I was planning on starting last Monday, but Terri convinced me to start on Sunday with her. I'm SO happy that I started on Sunday! I made the mix on Saturday night so it was ready and chilled for Sunday. I drank ALL 2 gallons!! (let's face it, I drink a lot as it is). I did sleep in a bit and take a little nap to avoid hunger pains. I noticed that as long as I was drinking, I was ok. Once I stopped, that's when I started feeling yucky. Around 2pm I was super hungry but just kept drinking. Pretty much my day was: drink a glass, pee, fill my glass. REPEAT. haha. I think I'm most proud that I actually DID IT! I made it the entire day AND drank all 2 gallons. (honestly I would have been happy just to make it through the day!). Thankfully the mix tasted great (would have been awesome with a little Vodka. haha).
Day 2: 5 shakes. I made a different shake each time. I knew if I made the same one, I'd go crazy!! I did pretty good and tried to spread out the shakes to I wasn't hungry. I even made it to spin class!!
Day 3: I could not WAIT to eat a real meal!! I had my two shakes and had a big ol salad from Sweet Tomato's for dinner. I did wake up with a headache Tuesday morning, but not sure if it was life or cleanse related. Could have been either or both! :) I attempted to workout but was unmotivated (which was probably just life, not clease related).
Overall: I lost about 1 pound. They said I could lose more, but honestly, I'm ok with the 1 pound. (that was from Thursday to Thursday weight) I'm not sure I'll do the cleanse again. It did make me feel better and I've really been trying to watch my white flour and sugar intake. I'm most proud that I was able to accomplish this goal in a healthy way. I got plenty of protein each day and calories, which is what is important!!
I'm excited for the challenge to begin!!
Here's the basics:
Day 1: Drink 2 gallons of a mixture of Metabolife Beverage Mix, Protein, Aloe & Water
Day 2: 5 protein shakes
Day 3: 2 protein shakes and a meal
Day 1: I was planning on starting last Monday, but Terri convinced me to start on Sunday with her. I'm SO happy that I started on Sunday! I made the mix on Saturday night so it was ready and chilled for Sunday. I drank ALL 2 gallons!! (let's face it, I drink a lot as it is). I did sleep in a bit and take a little nap to avoid hunger pains. I noticed that as long as I was drinking, I was ok. Once I stopped, that's when I started feeling yucky. Around 2pm I was super hungry but just kept drinking. Pretty much my day was: drink a glass, pee, fill my glass. REPEAT. haha. I think I'm most proud that I actually DID IT! I made it the entire day AND drank all 2 gallons. (honestly I would have been happy just to make it through the day!). Thankfully the mix tasted great (would have been awesome with a little Vodka. haha).
Day 2: 5 shakes. I made a different shake each time. I knew if I made the same one, I'd go crazy!! I did pretty good and tried to spread out the shakes to I wasn't hungry. I even made it to spin class!!
Day 3: I could not WAIT to eat a real meal!! I had my two shakes and had a big ol salad from Sweet Tomato's for dinner. I did wake up with a headache Tuesday morning, but not sure if it was life or cleanse related. Could have been either or both! :) I attempted to workout but was unmotivated (which was probably just life, not clease related).
Overall: I lost about 1 pound. They said I could lose more, but honestly, I'm ok with the 1 pound. (that was from Thursday to Thursday weight) I'm not sure I'll do the cleanse again. It did make me feel better and I've really been trying to watch my white flour and sugar intake. I'm most proud that I was able to accomplish this goal in a healthy way. I got plenty of protein each day and calories, which is what is important!!
I'm excited for the challenge to begin!!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Healthy Lifestyle
I have some many ideas swimming around in my head that I don't even know where to start this blog post! (surprising, I know!)
Most of my last updates have been Real Estate news and advice, but this is going to be more about me!
I feel like I've said this sentence many many times: "As many of you know, I love social media!" Hey, it's true, so I might as well keep saying it! It's funny b/c I didn't join twitter OR facebook for those reasons. I joined Facebook a few years ago to "spy" on my friends son. (He knew this and was instructed to "Friend" me). I of course quickly switched from myspace to facebook and fell in love. As for twitter, I can't remember the exact situation, but it was a deal I made with Wes. If he helped me with something or other, I would join twitter (he of course had to set me up). I too have grown to love twitter. I manage three twitter accounts (personal, 1154 Lill KC and Re/Max State Line) and have "connected" with a ton of great people!
My "connects" on twitter & facebook is what today's blog is really about! I follow a bunch of fitness experts, professionals and lovers on twitter. Some I follow on twitter and facebook. I started following fitbottomedgirl on twitter a while back, then joined their facebook fan page. A few weeks ago there was a post on the Fit Bottomed Girl facebook page about a weight loss documentary/challenge in the Kansas City area. I had NO idea that one of the founders was located in Kansas City! I decided to email for more information. After a few emails, I decided I'd interview for this challenge.
I met yesterday with Jessica Edwards, owner of The Energy Zone 151 who has teamed up with Jennipher Walters of Fit Bottomed Girls for this challenge. We chatted for a while about health, fitness and my weight loss issues (that's another blog entirely!). Long story short, I was sold on her ideas and willing to try something new! They approach weight loss on a personal level and try to customize an individual approach for each client to lose weight and feel better. SOLD. She's hoping to help my tummy issues, allergies (SCORE) and shakes I sometimes get when I'm hungry. I of course am not doing Jessica or her program justice (check out her website: www.energyzone151.net), but hopefully you get the general idea.
The actual "challenge" doesn't start until September 30th (the day before I leave for MEXICO), but I met with her today and we discussed a few things including upping my protein intake. Her ultimate goal is to increase my metabolism so that I can burn fat more efficiently. I'm hoping to get a few friends on board with this challenge as well. It will also include grocery & restaurant outings and cooking lessons! It sounds like it should be a BLAST!!!
I'll keep you posted on the status. I'm attending a "happy hour" next week at Energy Zone 151 to sample some of their fabulous shakes. I had some of the energy tea today and I can say I didn't hit my normal 2pm wall!
Most of my last updates have been Real Estate news and advice, but this is going to be more about me!
I feel like I've said this sentence many many times: "As many of you know, I love social media!" Hey, it's true, so I might as well keep saying it! It's funny b/c I didn't join twitter OR facebook for those reasons. I joined Facebook a few years ago to "spy" on my friends son. (He knew this and was instructed to "Friend" me). I of course quickly switched from myspace to facebook and fell in love. As for twitter, I can't remember the exact situation, but it was a deal I made with Wes. If he helped me with something or other, I would join twitter (he of course had to set me up). I too have grown to love twitter. I manage three twitter accounts (personal, 1154 Lill KC and Re/Max State Line) and have "connected" with a ton of great people!
My "connects" on twitter & facebook is what today's blog is really about! I follow a bunch of fitness experts, professionals and lovers on twitter. Some I follow on twitter and facebook. I started following fitbottomedgirl on twitter a while back, then joined their facebook fan page. A few weeks ago there was a post on the Fit Bottomed Girl facebook page about a weight loss documentary/challenge in the Kansas City area. I had NO idea that one of the founders was located in Kansas City! I decided to email for more information. After a few emails, I decided I'd interview for this challenge.
I met yesterday with Jessica Edwards, owner of The Energy Zone 151 who has teamed up with Jennipher Walters of Fit Bottomed Girls for this challenge. We chatted for a while about health, fitness and my weight loss issues (that's another blog entirely!). Long story short, I was sold on her ideas and willing to try something new! They approach weight loss on a personal level and try to customize an individual approach for each client to lose weight and feel better. SOLD. She's hoping to help my tummy issues, allergies (SCORE) and shakes I sometimes get when I'm hungry. I of course am not doing Jessica or her program justice (check out her website: www.energyzone151.net), but hopefully you get the general idea.
The actual "challenge" doesn't start until September 30th (the day before I leave for MEXICO), but I met with her today and we discussed a few things including upping my protein intake. Her ultimate goal is to increase my metabolism so that I can burn fat more efficiently. I'm hoping to get a few friends on board with this challenge as well. It will also include grocery & restaurant outings and cooking lessons! It sounds like it should be a BLAST!!!
I'll keep you posted on the status. I'm attending a "happy hour" next week at Energy Zone 151 to sample some of their fabulous shakes. I had some of the energy tea today and I can say I didn't hit my normal 2pm wall!
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