tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88618140816848889612024-03-13T06:17:46.853-07:00Fit Addict BlogAmanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-2453575075962534462013-12-16T08:55:00.000-08:002013-12-16T08:55:50.832-08:005 Ways to Stay on Track Over the Holidays (Without Going Insane)Ahh, the holidays are upon us once again. If you are anything like me, you have lots of gatherings coming up with family, friends, coworkers,or even just you and your significant other having some quality time to yourselves! So with all of this, often comes the anxiety and guilt associated<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxsM0xqlxFQeee3XbWFh6OIvyOTsfZzS1ctR7VxfKPJl6qcGjTqG3lN1KdHQeAHWbmLEzDucOBuZZjEo47GraKp7jsiaUjjWsMB07PnRf0dCWiVhqha0ltpOi5U1rC7tSlbth10sQPLXj4/s1600/Calories.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxsM0xqlxFQeee3XbWFh6OIvyOTsfZzS1ctR7VxfKPJl6qcGjTqG3lN1KdHQeAHWbmLEzDucOBuZZjEo47GraKp7jsiaUjjWsMB07PnRf0dCWiVhqha0ltpOi5U1rC7tSlbth10sQPLXj4/s320/Calories.jpg" width="320" /></a> with figuring out what to eat at all of these parties, or how to stay motivated to work out. And you're also getting bombarded with magazine covers that are trying to show you how to "Beat Holiday Weight Gain", etc. Well, bah humbug! Instead of deciding that you need to log 90 minutes on the treadmill, or that you need to eat nothing but celery at your next holiday party, try these 5 tips to help keep you on track, <b>without being too hard on yourself</b>! After all, what good would it be if you lost 5 pounds over the holidays but were a total Scrooge the whole time and no one wanted to hang out with your grumpy self?? No one needs that!<br />
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5 Real Life Tips for Healthy Holidays</h2>
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1. Make a Plan</h3>
This means for your meals, snacks, and workout time. If you map out your week, including all gatherings, shopping trips, and other time commitments, you will be much more likely to stay focused on your goals. I like a BIG calendar with lots of space to write, so I will print out a weekly agenda page or even one page per day and start filling in spaces. Plan out your workouts and relaxation time (because this IS important too, especially around the holidays - you must de-stress!) and sketch out your meals, along with that you have on hand for snacks. That will help remind you that there are healthy things you can eat, so you don't just grab the first pre-packaged thing you see. Raise your hand if you have a bunch of veggies pushed to the back of the fridge that you've been ignoring. Go ahead, I wont judge you. ;) If there is a party or work lunch or something coming up, think about the choices that will be available and how you can make them work for you! Which leads me to...<br />
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2. Make Good Choices</h3>
For a lot of us, restaurants and parties are where we really tend to get off track with our eating. Luckily, if
we think about things ahead of time and make a plan, we can alleviate some of the stress about what to eat. Ok, so make a plan - but what should I plan to eat? This is where you will have to use your best judgement, but here are some guidelines. For example, avoid things that are fried. Restaurants for the most part do not use good oils to fry things in, and fried things are often coated in refined starches of some kind. Two strikes against fried foods - so avoid them. For your main course "meat dish", try to stick with things that are roasted, grilled, or baked, and pile up the veggies instead of the mashed potatoes or fries. You can always sub out potatoes for the "veggie of the day" or even a small side salad. Salads are a good choice, but watch your toppings and dressing serving size. I previously mentioned refined starches/carbs. Those are things like crackers, bread, cakes, cookies, sweets in general. Limit these to avoid an insulin spike that will actually make you hungrier in the long run, and can make you crave MORE bad foods! So, how about some other party foods: Dips and spreads - this is a tough one. Some of these things are made with healthy ingredients, but most are not, especially if they come prepackaged. So it's best to use these sparingly with your veggies. Veggies are what I would consider a free for all food, honestly. It is VERY hard to overeat on veggies - assuming they are not in some kind of cheesy casserole. ;) Fruit is another great thing to add to your plate in place of sweets. Sure, fruit has some sugar, but it also contains fiber and lots of great health benefits, so that makes it a better choice. Nuts are also a good choice because for the most part, the are in the category of good fats - just don't overdo it, and don't go for the nuts doused in a bunch of sugar. Deviled eggs are generally ok to eat as well. Even though they are usually made with unhealthy oils (in mayo), small amounts are fine - and will give you health benefits of eggs, like protein and good fats, which will help you stay full and satisfied. EAT the foods you know are healthy - fuel up with the good stuff. And for goodness sake, no starving yourself - eat every 3 hours!<br />
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3. Listen to Your Body</h3>
Holiday parties are tough - there is ALL of this gorgeous, delicious looking food, and you want to sample it all. Did you know that there have actually been studies that show that we tend to eat more when we have a big variety of foods to choose from? Makes sense, right? A little of this, a little of that... Well, don't worry, you can sample a lot of different HEALTHY foods - just skip over the bad stuff or take a VERY small spoonful if you want. Is chocolate or cupcakes or chips or something like that a "trigger food" for you, meaning, does it make you want MORE and send you into a downward spiral? Then avoid those foods altogether, and save yourself the hassle. The key here is to listen to your body when it tells you that you are satisfied. Try to stop there - at satisfied or full. You shouldn't feel stuffed or uncomfortable. You want to feel good and enjoy yourself without unbuttoning your jeans, right? (Yes, I've done it, don't judge me!) So don't overdo it.<br />
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4. Make Time For Fitness</h3>
I know the holiday season can be super busy, but it's so important to schedule some "me time" in your week! However, iff you are busy and stressed, I don't advocate going to the gym and killing yourself for an hour and a half. This actually causes MORE stress for the body and raises cortisol levels. Yep, cortisol - the fat hormone! There are SO many great short workouts out there these days. Know why? Because the experts have found through scientific studies, that short increments of exercise are best, especially when done along side resistance training. What does that mean? Basically, they are saying that the body gets the most benefit from the first 30 minutes of cardio, especially when it is intense and involves really raising the heart rate. So choosing something like a HIIT (high intensity interval training) or another short and intense workout is a great idea. You can find ideas on YouTube, Instagram, and I have a January challenge starting in the new year that is ALL 30 minute workouts (feel free to use the Contact button or find me on Facebook about this). So definitely plug into these resources! Any time you spend working out during the holidays is a great investment in yourself, and will help so much in relieving stress, even if it's just some simple stretching and yoga. So be kind to your body and give it some love! That being said...<br />
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5. Relax!</h3>
You don't have to be perfect! There, I've given you permission to chill out a little. Believe me when I tell you that the point of this article was NOT to make you feel bad about your habits, or to shame you out of having a slice of pie at grandma's this year. There are ENOUGH articles out there that do just that. I want you to enjoy
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your holiday, enjoy your friends and family. And I know that for a lot of us, that is tied to food, so the best we can do is try and make the right choices as we go. Just being conscious of our goals and having them in the back of our mind is a huge step. If there is a dish you love, enjoy it! Have that treat if it's worth it and you won't feel bad about it! Just balance the rest of your choices accordingly. So here are the things I DON'T want you to do. Don't weigh yourself incessantly. Please, just don't. Seriously, we all know that there is going to be some indulging going on with food and alcohol, so you are going to get a little bloat going on. Just drink your water and move on. Don't make it worse by making yourself feel bad about what you weigh! Also, don't try to exercise away your bad food choices. For one, it doesn't work. And two, it can actually make things worse (see cortisol comment above). Depriving yourself by just plain not eating is also a really bad idea. Your body needs fuel, just make sure it's the nutrient dense, REAL stuff, and you'll do great! Just stick with the plan. ;) <br />
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Another thing worth mentioning is that it helps to surround yourself with people who have similar goals to yours. Did you know that I have a 100% free fitness group on Facebook just for this purpose? We'd love to have you join us. We'll be talking a lot about staying motivated, and how to make it through the holidays with our sanity intact. ;) If you'd like to join, <a href="http://fit-addict.blogspot.com/2013/02/join-our-free-fitness-group.html" target="_blank">click here</a> and I will make sure I reach out to you and get you added. Have a great holiday, everyone!!<br />
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No-Cook Chocolate Shakeology Pudding</h2>
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Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until creamy. Add a tiny bit of almond milk as needed for consistency. Makes 2 servings. Enjoy!Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-20901869932947401262013-12-10T06:43:00.002-08:002013-12-10T07:42:02.848-08:00P90X3 is here!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-size: inherit;">Today is the day! P90X3 will be launching in the Team Beachbody Shop by the end of the day. I will be jumping on this, as I have never done a Tony Horton workout (crazy, right?) so I am super excited! What's really great about this program is that you do NOT have to have completed either P90X or X2 in order to start this! There are modifiers in the videos and you truly can start at any fitness level! </span></span></div>
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I will be forming an "Extreme Accountability" challenge group for this program so to stay current on all the latest news in regards to that, go ahead and <a href="https://www.teambeachbody.com/signup/-/signup/free?referringRepId=139008" target="_blank">make me your coach</a> so you get my newsletter, and follow my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CoachAmandaBush" target="_blank">Like page on Facebook</a> for updates!</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">When is P90X3 available for purchase?</strong><br />
P90X3 will be available to order by end of day 12/10.</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Where is P90X3 available for purchase?</strong><br />
Find it in the TBB Store and take advantage of free shipping until 12/31. The tool kit will also be available by end of day 12/10.</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">When should I order it to guarantee I get it by Christmas?</strong><br />
Order by 12/15 11:59 PM to guarantee delivery by 12/25.</div>
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All orders of P90X3, purchased on TeamBeachbody.com, through a Coach or through a Challenge Pack, from 12/10/13 through 12/31/13 will include a free P90X3 hat. There are no hats for P90X or P90X2 orders at this time.</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Is there an App available?</strong><br />
The P90X App will be available for Android on 12/10 and the Android version will include the ability to track P90X3 workouts. The functionality to track your P90X3 workouts will be available soon for the iPhone App.</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">Is there a vegan meal plan option available for P90X3?</strong><br />
There will be vegan options included in the new P90X3 Nutrition Guide that will be available on December 10, 2013.</div>
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For tips and ideas on how to modify the P90X3 meal plan to be more vegan friendly, we encourage customers to post the topic on the Team Beachbody message boards (<a href="http://www.teambeachbody.com/connect/message-boards/-/message_boards/category/19535469" style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;" target="_blank">http://www.teambeachbody.com/connect/message-boards/-/message_boards/category/19535469</a>). We have dietary experts that monitor the posts and provide some great ideas and direction.</div>
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<strong style="border: 0px; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px;">How long does it take to complete P90X3?</strong><br />
P90X3 is a 90 day program, split into 3 Blocks. Blocks 1 & 2 each consist of 4 weeks, while Block 3 lasts 5 weeks.</div>
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Additionally, the Elite Block calendar, which is an optional block to be completed AFTER the initial 90 days, lasts 4 weeks.</div>
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The Elite Block includes 3 workouts not included within the P90X3 Base Kit. These workouts and calendar can be found within the P90X3 Deluxe and Ultimate Kits. In addition, they can also be purchased separately.</div>
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All P90X3 workouts are 30 minutes. The lone exception is the X3 Ab Ripper workout (15 minutes), included within the Deluxe Kit. Most workouts include a 2-3 minute cool down period.</div>
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Of ALL the promotions Beachbody has run, this is my absolute FAVORITE. During this month of Thanksgiving, THIS is what it is all about:<br />
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Beachbody is working with a nonprofit organization called Feeding America and our corporate leadership has created an opportunity to give back through our “Give and Receive” November focus.<br />
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2 WAYS TO GIVE:<br />
(1) If you order a Challenge Pack in November, Beachbody will give $20 to Feeding America.<br />
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(2) If you order Shakeology on Home Direct (cancel anytime), Beachbody will give $10 to Feeding America.<br />
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How far does this donation go? Each $1 contributed will pay to distribute 9 meals to the needy - including kids and the elderly. <b>So a single Challenge Pack will provide 180 meals!!!</b><br />
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What's in it for you besides the feel good of giving?<br />
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RECEIVE:<br />
New & existing Customers and new Coaches who buy ANY Challenge Pack in the month of November will receive a<b> $20 coupon</b> to apply to a future purchase.<br />
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There is no limit to the amount Beachbody will donate and our CEO Carl Daikeler has promised a minimum of $250,000 with a goal of $500,000. If it's $1-$2 million...EVEN BETTER!<br />
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Let's make this Thanksgiving have REAL meaning for those less fortunate than us. The more support I have from my blog / Facebook family, the better, so all Likes and Shares are appreciated! Let's spread the word!!!<br />
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If you are interested in getting started with a Challenge Pack, <a href="http://bit.ly/BBchallengepacks" target="_blank">here is a direct link</a> - or contact me so we can chat about YOUR goals!Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-66532748629829414772013-09-19T16:44:00.001-07:002013-09-19T16:45:09.505-07:00The 21 Day FIX - a NEW program from Team Beachbody!<div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #442471; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1.6em; line-height: 1.2em; margin-bottom: 20px; padding: 0px;">
Now there's a program that makes losing weight so simple and easy to follow, you'll never have to diet again! Introducing 21 Day Fix, the latest breakthrough from Team Beachbody<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 18px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: -0.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">®</span>.</div>
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Shaun T's new program, Focus T25, is shipping TODAY! You also get free shipping for a limited time!<br />
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The best value is a <a href="http://bit.ly/T25Sale" target="_blank">Challenge Pack</a>, which includes Shakeology (yes, you can choose <a href="http://fit-addict.blogspot.com/2013/06/vanilla-shakeology-is-finally-here.html" target="_blank">VANILLA</a>!!) and your program. You save $70 ordering this way, and will have access to my personal Challenge Group, where I will be doing the program WITH you!!<br />
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The only thing standing between you and the results you want is TIME.
Shaun T experimented for the last year to design a program that delivers
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30 minutes. He's pulled out the rest to give you everything you need,
nothing you don't. The result is FOCUS T25—and the name implies the
intent: If you focus your intensity for <strong>25 minutes</strong>, and you do it 5 days a week, you WILL get results.<br />
<strong>Your FOCUS T25 program includes:</strong><br />
ALPHA Cycle 25-Minute Workouts:<br />
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<li><strong>Cardio.</strong> 25 minutes of calorie-burning, sweat-drenching cardio. </li>
<li><strong>Speed 1.0.</strong> Ignite your quickness. Burn the fat. Fast-paced for fast results.</li>
<li><strong>Total Body Circuit.</strong> Focus on strength and resistance—without lifting a single weight.</li>
<li><strong>Ab Intervals.</strong> Cardio and ab intervals that shred the fat from your midsection.</li>
<li><strong>Lower Focus.</strong> Focus on your lower-body muscles—the key to burning fat and kicking up your metabolism.</li>
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<li><strong>Core Cardio.</strong> Get your sweat on! This progressive cardio-core workout is about you getting shredded fast.</li>
<li><strong>Speed 2.0.</strong> Rev it up with Shaun's calorie-scorching, core-focused speed drills.</li>
<li><strong>Rip't Circuit.</strong> Cardio … upper body … legs … abs ... repeat! This is how you get ripped in 25 minutes.</li>
<li><strong>Dynamic Core.</strong> You'll go from vertical to horizontal and back again in this dynamic, crazy core routine. </li>
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<li><strong>ALPHA-BETA Workout Calendars.</strong> Shaun gives you each day's workout so there's no guesswork. All you have to do is nail it!</li>
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Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-91940800542725552442013-06-20T17:19:00.002-07:002013-06-21T06:08:04.590-07:00Vanilla Shakeology is finally here!!After years of research, Beachbody has finally found a way to formulate a REAL, natural vanilla flavor for it's Shakeology shakes! It is available starting TONIGHT and you will get FREE shipping on it <b>until July 7th</b> by ordering through me, a Coach! Let me help you <a href="http://myshakeology.com/AmandaBu" target="_blank">get started</a> with the best meal of the day! (Just click the link.) :)<br />
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Ginger has been shown to speed up metabolism and help detox the body, and lemon is a diuretic that also helps eliminate toxins. Cinnamon and green apple help to stabilize glucose and insulin levels and promote weight loss, so drink up!<br />
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Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-71358754041597788132013-03-30T13:50:00.000-07:002013-08-13T06:29:16.744-07:00Beachbody Ultimate Reset RESULTS!Hey everyone! Thanks so much for sharing this Reset journey with me! This was a hugely rewarding experience and I am glad I could shed some light on it for those who are wondering about it and who are questioning whether this is right for them.<br />
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I am just going to cut right to the chase and let you know what my husband and my results were from the 21 day Reset cleanse! (To the right is a little pic of me after the Reset, feeling lean and light!)<br />
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<li>Learning a new TRULY clean way of eating and new recipes</li>
<li>Elimination of bloating and a feeling of "lightness"</li>
<li>HUGE feeling of accomplishment after 21 days!</li>
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<li>#3 Do you have high Cholesterol, even when you eat right and exercise every day?</li>
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Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-68443355316507678832013-03-29T08:24:00.000-07:002013-03-29T08:25:15.979-07:00The Ultimate Reset: Files and Resources<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here are some menu and schedule spreadsheets I used during my Reset - they helped tremendously! Print them out and put them on the fridge! :)<br />
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<a href="https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bys7zi1TeJFfTndhSVlaamR3aXc/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Phase 1 Menu and Supplement Schedule</a><br />
<a href="https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bys7zi1TeJFfcXJOWlduTHhzek0/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Phase 2 Menu and Supplement Schedule</a><br />
<a href="https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bys7zi1TeJFfTUdEQ3lpTTNmbEE/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Phase 3 Menu and Supplement Schedule</a>
Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-3362271155992007302013-03-29T07:07:00.001-07:002013-03-29T07:07:43.132-07:00Ultimate Reset Phase 3 Recap: Home Stretch!So, week 3 was somewhat low key and "uneventful" for us, which is GOOD thing. The food was good, we felt good, no complaints! Here is my last recap before our big results!!<br />
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The Food</h2>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRZwBDj29DXmmV9HgKQZ-TM9t2djO8BZudAO6nDZ5HYntS5B6DXsttIkYQvr4KyuuXZEKTZgZbzAz9WK_H3cOavrGhzt2cuyJ5yVff4LfbHIt63NlkxvOTb2Iue4kGNVL8w3Kfbdjk1J3X/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRZwBDj29DXmmV9HgKQZ-TM9t2djO8BZudAO6nDZ5HYntS5B6DXsttIkYQvr4KyuuXZEKTZgZbzAz9WK_H3cOavrGhzt2cuyJ5yVff4LfbHIt63NlkxvOTb2Iue4kGNVL8w3Kfbdjk1J3X/s1600/images.jpg" /></a>The food this week was really tasty! We did not eat any grains, though they were optional. I personally did not miss them, but it's nice to know they were there in case we needed them. We had fruit every single morning. Overall, this was a really filling breakfast, but on days when we were extra hungry we made sure to have some green apple or coconut meat on our plates. Yay for fiber! My kids also enjoyed watching Mommy bash coconuts open with a hammer, and used the empty shells as helmets for their stuffed animals and our puppy. :) Lunch, I will admit, got a tad repetitive. I was getting a little sick of the microgreen salad so I started adding other veggies to it, and the menu also calls for other things to be added on certain days. For example, we had Moroccan Carrot Salad on our greens one day, and Carrot Seaweed Medley (much better than it sounds) another day. So that helped mix things up! Dinners were great! The only one I didn't care for was the roasted fennel. Maybe I didn't cook it correctly, but I just wasn't a fan of the taste. Our highlights were:<br />
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<li>Asian Cabbage Salad (recipe below!)</li>
<li>Curried Cauliflower with Lemon Kale</li>
<li>Mediterranean Roasted Beets (I know, gasp!!) and Coconut Collard Greens</li>
<li>Asian Stir Fry with Braised Greens</li>
<li>Carrot Seaweed Medley ( this is a stir fry of edamame and carrots and other veggies)</li>
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How We Are Feeling, and a Bit About Water</h2>
Like I said, this week went on a pretty even keel. Moods were stable, the physical symptoms pretty much went away aside from some soreness occasionally, and we were sleeping great! Our energy levels were high, and we were enjoying the food AND the fact that we weren't having to stir up a Detox supplement 3 times a day. :) Hubby and I both had a couple days where we were hungry and craving more food, so we made a couple snacks with our Tropical Strawberry Shakeology and that helped so much! Drinking TONS of water helped a lot, with hunger and also keeping things regular. My strategy was not to graze on my water all day, but to drink about 24 oz. every time I had a supplement, so then by the end of the day I was confident that I had enough water. I am not a huge water drinker so this worked well for me. For those wondering, your first choice should be distilled water. Second choice: Tap water filtered through a reliable reverse osmosis or carbon filtration system, not a pitcher filtration unit. Last choice: Bottled water, preferably SmartWater® or Penta. These should all have Mineralize added. We bought gallon jugs and kept one in the fridge at all times. You just add 1/4 tsp of the Mineralize to each one. You do taste it a little at first but after a few days you don't notice it at all. Post-Reset, we will continue to drink our water this way, in order to achieve optimal hydration! :)<br />
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This is a great salad to take on the go - just make the dressing and add before you eat it. That way you can also tailor the dressing amount to how much you prefer. I added a tiny bit of honey to my dressing to make it a little sweeter. Just don't add too much - 1 tsp max.<br />
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Ingredients:</h3>
3 Tbsp rice vinegar<br />
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice<br />
2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil<br />
1 1/2 tsp. fresh ginger juice (grate a piece of fresh ginger and squeeze juice into a bowl)<br />
2 Tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos<br />
1/2 head Napa or Savoy Cabbage (or regular green cabbage)<br />
1 carrot, shredded<br />
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced<br />
1 1/2 green onion, thinly sliced<br />
2 Tbsp chopped cilantro<br />
Himalayan Salt to taste<br />
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Mix the first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Toss with remaining ingredients and let marinate in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes. Serves 1.<br />
Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-90385110890562105792013-03-20T08:10:00.001-07:002013-03-20T14:17:59.045-07:00Ultimate Reset Days 11-14: Phase 2 Recap and Results!Phase 2 has been pretty uneventful and easy for us I think! I have had a rough last few days due to my kids being sick and home all day with me, but they seem to be on the mend so I am grateful! I still managed to prep and cook all of our meals with no slip-ups, and everything we ate was really tasty! Here are some highlights:<br />
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<li>Fruit Plate nearly every morning - score!! I did try the mashed chickpeas and they were ok, but I decided to have fruit the second time they came up in the menu this week. Love that flexibility!</li>
<li>Mediterranean beets - who knew?? I was a big beet-hater when we started this. Either my taste buds have changed, of the method we used to cook these was better for me, because I loved them! They were paired with coconut collard greens, which were also extremely delish! This will be a repeat meal for sure.</li>
<li>Kambocha squash with tahini sauce - again, who knew? I had heard mixed reviews of this online but really it was very good! If you like hummus, this would be right up your alley. I'll post the recipe below!</li>
<li>Kambocha squash, tahini, and coconut soup, basically a serving of the squash blended up with coconut milk to make a soup. This was creamy and fabulous. It also really helped warm me up since I am still freezing all of the time!</li>
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Yes, I am still cold...</h2>
I'm glad to know that this is a common symptom of detox, but I will be happy when I am not so cold all the time and I can return my thermostat to a normal level! Luckily, we haven't really had any other side effects except a little soreness on and off, AND my monthly cycle is kinda out of whack. That is a common occurrence on the Reset, so no big deal, just posting here for the sake of disclosure! :) As far as good side effects, I seem to be sleeping much better - still having crazy dreams too. I am waking up very refreshed and have plenty of energy throughout the day. I just feel good!<br />
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RESULTS!</h2>
This week has been slower in the weight loss department, as expected. I have read that people tend to lose the most in week one and three. Seems counter-intuitive with the Detox supp, but it was definitely the case for us! It just really depends on when your body chooses to "let go" of the waste, etc. Everyone is different. We didn't do measurements this time, but weight-wise, I am down <b>11 pounds</b> total, and hubby is down<b> 26 pounds</b>!! He looks so different - his stomach is obviously going away, and his face and neck are slimming down. You "de-puff" everywhere with this program - it's truly amazing! We are really happy with the continued progress. On to week 3!<br />
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Ultimate Reset Squash with Tahini Filling</h2>
<b>Ingredients</b> - makes 2 servings<br />
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4 Tbsp. sesame tahini<br />
2 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>miso paste<br />
1 clove<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>garlic, chopped<br />
2 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>extra-virgin olive oil<br />
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<b>Directions</b><br />
Preheat oven to 400° F.<br />
Cut the half squash into 2 pieces and place it cut side up on baking sheet.<br />
Combine tahini, miso, garlic, and oil in a small bowl; mix well.<br />
Cover squash evenly with tahini mixture.<br />
Bake for 30 minutes, or until squash is fork tender. 1 serving = 1/4 of the whole squash<br />
(Check on your squash at 20 minutes and if the sauce is browning up too fast, cover loosely with foil.)<br />
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<b>Nutrition</b><br />
Calories: 267<br />
Total Fat: 21 g<br />
Saturated Fat: 3 g<br />
Cholesterol: 0 mg<br />
Sodium: 217 mg<br />
Carbohydrate: 18 g<br />
Fiber: 5 g<br />
Sugar: 0 g<br />
Protein: 7 g<br />
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<b>TIP: Add 1 finished serving of squash to 1/4 cup of coconut milk in the blender to make a soup! Add water if too thick, then warm over low/med heat, and serve.</b><br />
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A little funny from me - spent my St. Patty's Day with something green, but it's not quite the same! :)<br />
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Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-42759714701762442672013-03-15T15:35:00.003-07:002013-03-15T19:00:14.742-07:00Ultimate Reset, Days 8-10: On to Phase 2!Yayyy, here we are in Phase 2! The first few days proved to be pretty easy for us. Here is a recap!<br />
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The Food</h2>
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<li>Breakfasts: (Day 8) fruit plate, (9) mashed chickpeas, nori gomasio (toasted seaweed and sesame seeds blended together), and avocado, and (10) fruit plate.</li>
<li>Lunches: (Day 8) microgreen salad and avocado, (9) microgreen salad with pinto beans and rice, and (10) sweet potato and roasted red pepper bisque with Greek salad.</li>
<li>Dinner: (Day 8) pinto beans and rice with steamed zucchini and string beans, (9) roasted red pepper and sweet potato bisque with roasted asparagus and slivered almonds, and (10) quinoa lentil pilaf and steamed broccoli.</li>
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What I love about Phase 2 is that you can double up a lot of the recipes in order to use the other half at lunch the next day. Less prep! Highlights of the past few days' meals were the sweet potato and roasted red pepper bisque and the roasted asparagus - yum! I'll post the soup recipe below - it was super easy.<br />
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The Dreaded Detox Supplement</h2>
This is really not as bad as everyone has said. I find the Alkalinize to be way more foul. :) I add my Detox to about 8-10oz of cold water (with Mineralize of course), squeeze in a little lemon juice, and stir really well. Then chug it before it settles. Also, swirl it around a bit in between chugs to keep it mixed. The texture is the worst part I think, the taste is kind of like iced tea - kind of... As for the "effects", I didn't really notice anything immediate. It's not like it hits you and you run off to the loo or anything. I would say it does change your "movements" but nothing too severe. For the record, you drink this supp 3 times a day. <br />
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How We Feel</h2>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9U4ZNlA9t0q38Dfg3P45_Lf3HUdgtRAPld1Nk97chHJNyQ3D-5gHWCmYXZphzS2brqM-MJQ2pAL-SKUlK8ZMLwlh0OK26ytJbeGiWCQPdxTP6hw6bqEd6iTJ-hI6mwxiMqkidCqZQT5ZB/s1600/snuggie-blanket--275x300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9U4ZNlA9t0q38Dfg3P45_Lf3HUdgtRAPld1Nk97chHJNyQ3D-5gHWCmYXZphzS2brqM-MJQ2pAL-SKUlK8ZMLwlh0OK26ytJbeGiWCQPdxTP6hw6bqEd6iTJ-hI6mwxiMqkidCqZQT5ZB/s200/snuggie-blanket--275x300.jpg" width="183" /></a>The hubs has not complained of being particularly tired, although I know he had a couple nights where he didn't sleep well. That is somewhat normal for him pre-Reset. I have been sleeping well and still having bizarre dreams! I have been going to bed earlier also. The other night I was so wiped out and was sure that it was really late and I had lost track of time - nope! It was 9:30. :) But overall we feel rested, and I can tell that I have a lot more patience with the kids, I don't get stressed out as easily as before the Reset, etc. My moods are on an even keel. It's great! The only "negative" side effect right now seems to be that we are freezing, at night especially. I have been turning up the heat at night and wearing extra layers with socks. That is of course normal, and I have heard it pretty much begins in week 2. It's just a detox thing. Drinking tea helps. I AM feeling slightly burned out on the prep and all the work that goes into planning everything, but it's so worth it, and I plan to get caught up on more prep and cleaning and stuff this weekend when my hubby is around more. This leads me to my next topic...<br />
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Things that will make your life easier on The Reset!</h2>
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<li>paper plates (Don't hate me, you should see all the dishes in my kitchen. You use a LOT within a day!)</li>
<li>lots of Tupperware/storage containers for prep/leftovers, all sizes</li>
<li>a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/J-H-Smith-Company-Three-Basket/dp/B005VDEEMQ/ref=sr_1_6?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1363380139&sr=1-6&keywords=tier+fruit+bowl" target="_blank">giant fruit bowl</a>. You'll need it.</li>
<li>a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Joie-29403-Lemon-Juicer/dp/B0046IUM3C/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1363380250&sr=1-2-fkmr0&keywords=lemon+juicer+measure" target="_blank">lemon juicer</a> with a built in measuring cup</li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Single-Sundesa-Blender-Bottle-Colors/dp/B000MMVQZ4/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1363384270&sr=1-1&keywords=blender+bottle" target="_blank">shaker cups </a>or bottles for your supplements, or even a kids' cup with a lid that you can use to shake small amounts. My husband had these <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Ball-Plastic-8-Ounce-Freezer-Jars/dp/B000SN0WH0/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1363384873&sr=1-3&keywords=ball+jar+freezer+plastic" target="_blank">plastic "jars"</a> from making freezer jam and they work awesome!</li>
<li>insulated lunch bag and containers if you plan on taking things to work. Microwaving foods is not recommended on the Reset, so something that can keep things warm would be great.</li>
<li>a Snuggie - see above about the COLD!!</li>
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Stocking up on a few key items will help you SO much. If I think of any more I'll add them here! As promised, here is the recipe for the fantastic soup we had!</div>
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Ultimate Reset Sweet Potato and Roasted Red Pepper Bisque</h2>
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1 medium sweet potato</div>
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¼ red bell pepper</div>
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1-2 cups vegetable broth or water (I used water here and it was great)</div>
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1 tsp. finely grated peeled ginger root</div>
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1½ tsp. extra virgin olive oil</div>
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2 tsp. miso paste, diluted in 1 Tbsp. hot water</div>
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Bragg® Liquid Aminos, Himalayan salt, and herbal seasoning (to taste)</div>
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<b>Directions</b></div>
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Boil 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Cook in boiling water until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, roast a whole red bell pepper on gas stovetop or grill, turning frequently until evenly charred on the outside OR in your oven at 400 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 10 minutes or until skin is charred.</div>
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Put pepper in bowl and cover with towel for 10 minutes to steam. Clean off skin by running under cool water. Cut in quarters, remove seeds, and chop one quarter into ½-inch cubes. (Set remainder of pepper aside for another use or to make another batch.)</div>
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Place sweet potato, red pepper, broth or water, ginger, oil, and miso in blender. Blend thoroughly, adding more liquid to achieve desired soup consistency. If needed, transfer to a pot and gently heat on low until hot. Add aminos, salt, and seasoning as desired. Serves 1.</div>
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Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-43251062012824888212013-03-15T07:00:00.003-07:002013-03-15T07:14:28.388-07:00Ultimate Reset, Day 7: Results From Phase 1!Hey everyone! Just wanted to give you a recap of the end of our Week 1! I am so excited to be moving on to Week 2, even though there is a new Detox supplement added that is a doozy! More about that later... On to the results!!<br />
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Results - Ultimate Reset Week 1</h2>
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I am happy to report that I have lost <b>8 pounds in 7 days</b>, as well as 3 inches between my waist and hip measurements. I an visibly see the difference in my stomach and it's crazy! Even my legs look smaller! In an obvious attempt to upstage me, my hubby lost an astounding <b>20 pounds the first week</b>!! We could not believe it, but what great motivation to continue! In addition to the weight, we are both more rested in the morning, and hubby has been getting up earlier. Aside from a few cravings, we have been full and satisfied from the food - definitely NOT starving! We don't miss the caffeine either - we have plenty of energy. The soreness we experienced the first several days is now virtually gone and we feel fantastic! <br />
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The Food</h2>
On day 7 we had oatmeal with apples and yogurt for breakfast, more of the zucchini cashew soup (check out the recipe in my <a href="http://fit-addict.blogspot.com/2013/03/the-beachbody-ultimate-reset-day-6.html" target="_blank">last post</a>) and a microgreen salad for lunch, and baked tempeh, steamed veggies, and brown rice for dinner. It was a good food day - everything was tasty!<br />
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Snacks</h3>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4li6VVh_cDsv_rCOST-VNQBI_Ta2TZvmzQTj7obHe0vgWblVYb1zEW39U4oedZQIFcf6R8n0UaJBE0aQk2pUZyhz7xeVbqEZKdS6xR__r3Cvgu0WfS5ELu0cONwZI6tmd5GGX10GTL6y4/s1600/raw-veggie-and-hummus1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4li6VVh_cDsv_rCOST-VNQBI_Ta2TZvmzQTj7obHe0vgWblVYb1zEW39U4oedZQIFcf6R8n0UaJBE0aQk2pUZyhz7xeVbqEZKdS6xR__r3Cvgu0WfS5ELu0cONwZI6tmd5GGX10GTL6y4/s320/raw-veggie-and-hummus1.jpg" width="320" /></a>I did have a snack today because I felt like I needed a little extra something to get me to dinner. The Week 1 snacks are a little different from Week 2 and 3, but here are some examples of what you can have:<br />
<ul>
<li>1 to 2 cups raw veggies (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, pea pods, bell peppers, etc.) + ¼ cup hummus</li>
<li>1 small green apple + 12 raw almonds</li>
<li>2 celery stalks + 1 Tbsp. almond butter</li>
<li>1 hard-boiled egg + 6 to 10 whole-grain crackers</li>
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Looking Ahead</h2>
Week 2 is just around the corner and there are some changes to the supplements and meals. The diet changes to a vegan one that includes grains, nuts/seeds, veggies, and fruits. The portions also look to be a little smaller in Week 2 so I am curious to see how that will go. We are also going to be drinking the Detox supplement 3 times a day along with our existing supps! It is basically supposed to scrub out your colon of all nastiness - sounds fun! But make no mistake, this is a gentle cleanse, so no running to the bathroom or anything like that. Your body is just being given the things it needs in order to "let go" of the junk. :)<br />
<br />Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-63524509735710774742013-03-12T18:35:00.001-07:002013-04-16T11:04:41.541-07:00The Beachbody Ultimate Reset: Day 6, Relief!<br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-m_ozTsfkmy8/UT_WEj2LkvI/AAAAAAAAAVM/IX8ITYO-l64/s1600/dre.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="214" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-m_ozTsfkmy8/UT_WEj2LkvI/AAAAAAAAAVM/IX8ITYO-l64/s320/dre.jpg" width="320" /></a>I just want to let out a big sighhhhhh with this post! Day 6 was pretty fantastic after the roller coaster of days 3-5! I had no real aches and pains other than a little soreness in my back that was barely noticeable, and my shoulders were a little tight - but they usually are. I guess I carry tension there? Anyway, I felt good! I had lots of energy during the day. I went to bed slightly early for me and I feel like I got a lot of good quality sleep - complete with some crazy Reset dreams. They aren't kidding when they say you will dream more - I've had some doozies this week.<br />
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The Food </h2>
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<li>Breakfast - Baked tempeh, avocado, and steamed spinach. This was pretty good. For breakfast? Eh, I am not sure. The tempeh did have a smoky maple type taste to it but it felt weird eating it for breakfast. Hubby opted for eggs, toast, and spinach. </li>
<li>Lunch - Microgreen salad and quinoa salad. Yum! I love the quinoa salad, though I do add less lemon than what it calls for just for my tastes. For the microgreen salads we've been having, I find that I prefer the creamy garlic dressing and Josh likes the Greek. Both are really tasty! </li>
<li>Dinner - Roasted root medley and zucchini cashew soup. The medley has beets in it, just so you know... I ummm... I don't really love beets. I tried some with an open mind tonight and could not do it. They taste like dirt to me, no matter how they are prepared! The other veggies were awesome though; we definitely will be repeating this dish in the future! Now, the soup? LOVE. I will post the recipe below for you. Hubby and I both loved this meal. </li>
<li>Snack - Apple with almond butter - I was STARVING today for some reason. The root medley portion seemed really small and dinner just did not fill me up. After trying to get some extra water down, I caved and went for the snack. I normally would not have one after dinner since the guide advises against it (they prefer you have it between lunch and dinner) but I really was trying to avoid a binge! </li>
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Things I Learned Today!</h2>
I watched this great video today from Carl and Isabelle Daikeler. It was them talking about their experience with the Reset going into Week/Phase 2, and they also answered questions. It is almost an hour long but it really helped answer some things for me! For example (I am paraphrasing but you get the idea):<br />
<ul>
<li>Q: <i>Is it safe to lose a lot of weight in a short period of time?</i> A: Yes, since this is a cleanse you are losing water and waste for the most part, maybe a little fat, and VERY little muscle if any. </li>
<li>Q: <i>What should I do if I am starving on the Reset? Can I eat more?</i> A: Yes, you should increase your portions at meal times and see how you feel, and use the snacks provided in the guide. If you stick to ONLY foods from the Phase you are in you will be fine, but be sure to assess your hunger to see if it's more out of habit than anything else. [See, this is great! I would have loved to increase my portion size at dinner since I was sooo hungry - next time this happens I will do it!]</li>
<li>Q: <i>Can I make substitutions?</i> A: Yes, as long as they are in the same Phase of the program that you are in. You may switch dinners with dinners, lunches with lunches, etc. and you may also switch your dinner meal with your lunch meal if that works better for you. [Just a side note here, I would personally not switch my breakfast with another meal, because fruits are better for you to have in the morning. They help to regulate your blood sugar levels after waking and since they are a form of sugar, your body will have a chance to use it throughout the day. That's why the reset was designed the way it was.] </li>
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Here is the video if you want to check it out - it's really informative!
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Shakeology?</h2>
Another thing I knew about but learned more about today is the "rules" for using <a href="http://myshakeology.com/AmandaBu" target="_blank">Shakeology</a> with the Reset. First, you can only use the vegan varieties, and only the approved recipes in the back of the guide. My personal fave is Tropical Strawberry. The Vegan Chocolate is good, but not quite as good. :) You can use it as breakfast in Phases 1 and 2, breakfast in Phase 3 (half serving), or a snack in all phases, but only a half serving. It's great to have options! Shakeology plus the "Reset in a Crunch" section in the guide (where there is a chart that shows some quick and easy substitutions) really make it flexible. <br />
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And now, as promised...<br />
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Zucchini Cashew Soup Recipe</h2>
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1 1/2 medium zucchinis, cut into chunks<br />
1 oz. raw cashews (17 cashews)<br />
Himalayan salt or Bragg® Liquid Aminos (to taste)<br />
Herbal seasoning or fresh herbs, like basil or dill (optional; to taste)<br />
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<b>Directions</b><br />
Soak cashews in 1/2 cup water for 1 hour. Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan on medium heat, then add zucchini chunks and cook for 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Combine cashews (with water), zucchini, salt or aminos, and seasonings in blender and mix until smooth, adding water as needed for desired consistency. Pour into saucepan and reheat gently, but do not boil. Can also be served cold. Serves 1.<br />
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Nutrition<br />
250 calories<br />
17 g fat<br />
3.5 g saturated fat<br />
0 mg cholesterol<br />
30 mg sodium<br />
21 g carbohydrate<br />
4 g fiber<br />
9 g protein<br />
1,036 mg potassiumAmanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-56032832189746251902013-03-12T08:27:00.000-07:002013-03-12T08:27:46.751-07:00Ultimate Reset, Days 3-5: The Rough PatchI'm baaack! I have been taking a break from updating every day but I am getting caught up now! The last few days were a bit rough so I was just not feeling up to typing it all out. But now that I am back to feeling great (yay for Day 6!!) I am ready to tell you all about it. Brace yourselves!<br />
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Why You Should Start Your Reset on a Wednesday (Maybe)</h2>
I was told (and it says in the guide) that Days 3-5 are typically the most challenging on the Reset in terms of being sore, feeling tired, emotions running high, etc. so hubby and I decided to start Wednesday of last week and he also used a vacation day in order to get the weekend off. If the weekend is not typically your downtime, plan accordingly. Wednesday is not the "correct" day for everyone, but I'm glad we did it that way. The kids were home from school so that added a little bit to the stress levels of mom and dad, but I think it was still worth it for us to be able to stay in our jammies and veg out, and support each other as needed!<br />
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Emotions</h3>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqF4JYQhlF8SKo5ss_9UwzwhN0wTiTZDsDnuJyjU1xv_E7v9U2NjAyHwSEURzkf8cxysJQiuK8_odRRDYOZIK7OUQF0zBbGY5k6uNyqkSL6fnNyIqlWBtP0ScA6RUvABTa3bftJlu7JsHT/s1600/shopping.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqF4JYQhlF8SKo5ss_9UwzwhN0wTiTZDsDnuJyjU1xv_E7v9U2NjAyHwSEURzkf8cxysJQiuK8_odRRDYOZIK7OUQF0zBbGY5k6uNyqkSL6fnNyIqlWBtP0ScA6RUvABTa3bftJlu7JsHT/s200/shopping.jpg" width="186" /></a>This was the most pronounced thing I noticed, at least for me. My moods were out of control LOL! I woke up in a foul mood at least 2 of the 3 days, and felt grumpy throughout the day. I also experienced higher levels of stress and irritability, as did my hubby. The kids had us on our last nerve more that a few times, and we could have used a break! This is where babysitters come in handy, people. Or DVD players. On Saturday (Day 4) the stress was so bad that we dropped the kids off at Granny's and rolled out to the mall! I spent a little more than I wanted but it was worth it, 100%. I needed something to take my mind off of food, water, and supplements! (Although we did take our water with us - staying hydrated! And another note, if you are out and forget your water, you can buy Smart Water and add a few shakes of Mineralize to that.)<br />
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Cravings</h3>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uLIK6btQyAM/UT9HIRbNE0I/AAAAAAAAAU8/HVTGw81Yjcg/s1600/stressed-woman.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="131" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uLIK6btQyAM/UT9HIRbNE0I/AAAAAAAAAU8/HVTGw81Yjcg/s200/stressed-woman.jpg" width="200" /></a> This was interesting. I consider myself to have a pretty clean diet overall, and I was careful to REALLY clean it up before the Reset because I wanted the transition to be as painless as possible. My cravings were under control pre-Reset so I figured there wouldn't be a problem. Well, the weekend proved to be challenging in this respect. First off, hubby had the bright idea to get the kids a pizza on Friday night. Pizza is my total weakness! I have to say, I was very irritated at him for this (see "Emotions" above LOL) and found myself wanting that pizza BADLY. Adding to the joy of that experience, we had nori rolls that night, which I utterly butchered. I am pretty good at rolling sushi - I have a mat and they usually come out great! Well, on this night, I did not make my brown rice sticky enough and they basically fell apart. I made hubby's second and his came out better since I added a little water to the rice. But yeah, overall a very unsatisfying meal while your kids are eating pizza two feet away from you. We also had the cucumber salad with it and I just could not eat another cucumber. I was so sick of them LOL. Anyway, my advice - don't tempt yourself! Just don't! This is only week one and you are going to crave things. Don't rely on your willpower to save you if you can possibly help it - that is tempting fate a bit too much. Wait until week three to get goodies for the kids, seriously. You'll be more in control.<br />
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Physical Stuff</h3>
At this point, I was still having minor headaches on and off, and by Day 3, my shoulders, neck, and back were starting to get sore. All very normal, just toxins leaving the body! Day 4 was also pretty big for soreness, and I had to lay on the couch a couple times and just rest my back because it was sore. I did a little stretching for my shoulders and neck - not sure if it helped. I also took a couple hot baths with Epsom salt - highly recommend! On Day 4 I also took a nap - I was SO tired! I felt kind of foggy and groggy for the rest of the day. Luckily, all of these things were virtually gone by Day 5.<br />
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Day 5 - the light at the end of the tunnel!!</h2>
Ok, so as I said, most of this stuff was pretty much gone by Day 5, which was great! I did get out the <a href="http://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/-/shopping/RumbleRoller?referringRepId=139008" target="_blank">Rumble Roller</a> though and did my back and shoulders - ahhh. I think it really helped! I had no headaches on Day 5 either - YES! I had a good amount of energy during the day and made it to the store to get a few remaining things for week 1 and a good start on week 2. Walking past all of the things I used to routinely buy was pretty crazy, and I was feeling pangs of jealousy toward my non-Resetting peers, but that was short-lived. I noticed as I walked through the store that my formerly-snug jeans were now sagging quite low and I had to keep hiking them up! My stomach looks so much flatter already and that is great motivation. My next weigh in will be on Day 8!<br />
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Food Recap</h2>
I will try to make this brief, while still giving you an idea of what we had!<br />
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<li>Fruit Plate and Yogurt (breakfast) - I will never get sick of this!!</li>
<li>Lentil Lime Salad (lunch)</li>
<li>Quinoa Salad (lunch)</li>
<li>Stir Fried Veggies and rice/quinoa (dinner for 2 nights)</li>
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Misses, or at least "Meh":</h3>
<ul>
<li>Nori Rolls (dinner and lunch) - we subbed the lunch on Day 4 out for the "in a crunch" option</li>
<li>Japanese Cucumber Salad (dinner) - I am so over the cucumber, please make it stop</li>
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A Final Note on Food</h2>
This weekend I really realized what a strong social connection we have to food. Pre-Reset, the weekend meant socializing with hubby, and that automatically included alcohol and "good food", indulging a little, etc. What I wouldn't have given for a cold beer at the end of day 3 or 4 - I felt I needed it! Seeing it all behind me now, I am proud that I didn't give in. This is a mere 3 weeks out of my life, and I am doing something SO good for my body! I am giving myself a gift more meaningful than a nice bottle of wine or a rich dessert. Those things will be waiting for me after the Reset, so for now, I am letting them go! It's kind of like the mantra I say to myself while doing my shot of Alkalinize (which by the way, has not gotten any tastier), "This is so good for me! This is delicious! This is nourishing my body!" Makes it all go down a little easier. ;)<br />
<br />Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-45233292693005808162013-03-08T07:45:00.002-08:002013-03-08T10:16:44.193-08:00The Ultimate Reset: Day 2 Recap and Review<br />
Ahhhh, Day 2 was a fun day to wake up to! I had made it through Day 1 unscathed and felt pretty darn good. The mild headache I had the night before was gone, no real body aches, and I was feeling pretty rested. I decided to get on the scale, just to see if all the careful planning and hard work from yesterday was doing anything at all. I didn't really expect much - a pound, maybe two lost? Instead, I saw that I had lost FOUR pounds in one day! That was great validation that things were happening! I decided not to weigh myself again until next Wednesday because I know there can be fluctuations and I don't want to be disappointed. I have always been a bit scale-obsessed, so I am exerting some self-control here. (OH, and by the way, hubby was down SEVEN pounds! His stomach also looks smaller - it's amazing.) And let me also reiterate here that this is NOT just a weight loss program. I will be happy to lose a few pounds, but this is more about eliminating cravings, cleaning out my insides (LOL), and getting back to "factory settings"!<br />
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Day Two: The Details</h2>
As far as how we were feeling, for me, it was about the same as Day 1 - just a mild headache off and on. Later in the day, I noticed some shoulder and upper back pain starting, but nothing major. I was also pretty sleepy as the night went on, and just felt like loafing on the couch - which is why this post is coming to you today instead of last night! Hubby fared MUCH better than on Day 1. His headache was still there but much less severe, and he wasn't having any nausea. He just said his muscles felt a little tired. Not a big surprise, since he is on his feet all day at work. <br />
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The Food</h2>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGwzsNLDlklXY-9tNRWd3lEfxA3RiE7ocnyJ_5AbjhNY2BLodJjIAFWRQwkv2YRRvQTEvge7UUNTqtfreVEiucXOsvndoSd6eShukGk2dQTNzKp1LiQLXWntWptTkof5iO31cm2YNYmksH/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGwzsNLDlklXY-9tNRWd3lEfxA3RiE7ocnyJ_5AbjhNY2BLodJjIAFWRQwkv2YRRvQTEvge7UUNTqtfreVEiucXOsvndoSd6eShukGk2dQTNzKp1LiQLXWntWptTkof5iO31cm2YNYmksH/s1600/images.jpg" /></a>Our meals were pretty tasty! Breakfast was yogurt and oatmeal with blueberries, which Josh said he would willingly have every day. Lunch was a Greek Salad with Greek Dressing - delish. I'll post the recipe below. Dinner was brown rice with black beans, corn, and a mixture of avocado and pico de gallo (the kind you can buy pre-made at the deli). It was very filling and tasty BUT I found myself getting soooo hungry a while afterward. I have decided that this is due to one of three things: I was at my mother in law's house, and she keeps cookies, ice cream, and all kinds of goodies stocked at all time - in plain view. My kids were enjoying being spoiled by Granny while I watched on LOL. So some advice - do not put yourself in these situations if you are not certain you can resist. I did, thank goodness. Second, I wonder if the carb content of the dinner made me crave things more. Prior to the Reset I was following a Paleo-ish style of eating, because I find my body responds very well to it. Now that I am Resetting, I am still following the meal plan from the guide, but eating a little less of the carbs like rice, etc. However, cold turkey no carbs has generally worked best for me! Luckily, our grains are cut down next week, and pretty much eliminated in week 3. Third possibility: I was used to eating every 3 hours with working out and everything, so my body may just be rebelling against the new schedule Oh and for the record, Josh enjoyed the food and loved the Greek dressing, and declared that he was enjoying having salad every day - it will definitely be a staple in our house!<br />
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Looking Ahead to the Next Few Days</h2>
I have been told (and it's in the guide) that days 4-5 are the "worst" days as far as feeling kinda crummy because you are detoxing. With this in mind, Josh took the weekend off just in case. I am looking forward to it because he generally works long hours and pretty much ALL Saturdays. So it will be nice to have him around for some family time. Hopefully that won't be dampened too much by any side effects. I will keep you posted! :)<br />
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Ultimate Reset Greek Dressing Recipe</h2>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrX2FcZvRoeNTRrn73h3ShwQDRYrMGVZb-KEjIOGA6FwIbDykiswp4I6p3-Y2xLRixDYnRLaQdwPTjGpK6P_iw2ZNsIYI_0mir4MY9SraV6f18xt0p5ecOMW9sDIh2UovTreBK7r4GwfzD/s1600/image_gallery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrX2FcZvRoeNTRrn73h3ShwQDRYrMGVZb-KEjIOGA6FwIbDykiswp4I6p3-Y2xLRixDYnRLaQdwPTjGpK6P_iw2ZNsIYI_0mir4MY9SraV6f18xt0p5ecOMW9sDIh2UovTreBK7r4GwfzD/s1600/image_gallery.jpg" /></a><b>Ingredients</b><br />
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil<br />
¼ cup red wine vinegar<br />
1 Tbsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>balsamic vinegar<br />
¼ cup fresh lemon juice<br />
2 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>dried oregano<br />
1 clove garlic, crushed<br />
1 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dijon mustard<br />
½ tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Himalayan salt<br />
1 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>herbal seasoning blend<br />
2 Tbsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>chopped fresh parsley<br />
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<b>Directions</b><br />
Place oil, red wine and balsamic vinegars, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, mustard, salt, seasoning blend, and parsley in a blender or food processor (or your Ninja!), in 2 or more batches, if necessary; cover with lid. Blend until smooth.<br />
Refrigerate dressing if not using immediately. If dressing solidifies when cold, hold at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir before serving.<br />
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<b>Nutrition</b><br />
Calories: 127<br />
Total Fat: 14 g<br />
Saturated Fat: 2 g<br />
Cholesterol: 0 mg<br />
Sodium: 150 mg<br />
Carbohydrate: 1 g<br />
Fiber: 0 g<br />
Sugar: 0 g<br />
Protein: 0 gAmanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-240846769790662962013-03-06T17:46:00.000-08:002013-03-08T10:05:01.729-08:00The Ultimate Reset: Day 1Day 1, complete! I am going to try and keep this brief because I feel like vegging out with some quality TV (LOL) but here are my thoughts on Day 1! (<a href="http://fit-addict.blogspot.com/2013/03/my-ultimate-reset-journey-day-0.html" target="_blank">See my overview and "unboxing" of the Reset here</a>.)<br />
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The Good</h2>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvFeAYTinHWoxhVDWisiK-jZX4hdbs48B1UYnJ6xAZbi_G6T-fF5SYm2BDJy8Uu4IJFvX7_ky2xuLtg9SnBobMXPan3Ofq9WAFT30SHNpcAHJXDqlxb2YM8zX8FjT-bJkOjnEGghfpLFcH/s1600/image_gallery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="185" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvFeAYTinHWoxhVDWisiK-jZX4hdbs48B1UYnJ6xAZbi_G6T-fF5SYm2BDJy8Uu4IJFvX7_ky2xuLtg9SnBobMXPan3Ofq9WAFT30SHNpcAHJXDqlxb2YM8zX8FjT-bJkOjnEGghfpLFcH/s400/image_gallery.jpg" width="400" /></a>Things for me today went on a pretty even keel. The food was pretty tasty and satisfying, I felt fine - no aches and pains, just a mild headache (which is actually pretty normal for me unfortunately), and only a little bit of gastrointestinal "discomfort" early in the day. I'm not sure what to attribute that to - if it was the Mineralize in my water, the other supplements, or just a fluke. So not bad! I also had lots of energy and don't really feel tired just yet (at 8:20 pm). My husband, as of the last time I talked to him, was feeling kind of sickly - headache, body aches, nausea. Poor guy!! Between the both of us, I am the healthy eater, so I am not super surprised by this. His main goal for the program is to break his food addiction, and he is well on his way! I am very proud of him for weaning himself off caffeine, as recommended in the program guide. I'm sure that will help him in the next few days! As a side note, he is on second shift so that adds another dimension to our planning. I have to cook all three meals by 2:30 pm so he can stay on schedule and take dinner to work. He also packs his afternoon and evening supplements, which are Optimize, Alkalinize (which he has to drink the in the car before work!), and Soothe - along with his two BIG cups of water with Mineralize.<br />
As for the food, the Microgreen Salad was by far the best thing I ate today, mainly because of the Creamy Garlic Dressing, AND I discovered I like jicama! Very tasty! I also enjoyed the Miso Soup, but my husband gave that one a big thumbs down. Too bad we will be having it a few more times this week! He might skip it... For the record, our breakfast was toast, eggs, and steamed spinach, and our dinner was baked salmon, baby potatoes, and steamed asparagus. I did NOT prep a lot ahead of time for today - it just wasn't that "preppable". Tomorrow's menu lends itself very well to prepping ahead so that makes me happy. I will be getting some things together tonight to make our lives easier tomorrow. :)<br />
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The "Bad"</h2>
There really weren't too many things that were bad about today - it's just an adjustment. I feel like I spent the majority of my morning (and early afternoon) cooking, which I kind of did! This would have been MUCH easier if Josh and I were on similar schedules but he is around 2 hours behind me, so it makes it tricky. But still do-able! <br />
Second thing, like I said, is that I did have a little "issue" with the bathroom this morning but it was short lived.<br />
Third, Alkalinize. Yep, it's pretty gross. For those who don't know, it's a green powder you mix with water and drink (once a day). It tastes a lot like salty grass, almost like spinach too. It wasn't horrible, but not my favorite thing. I did it with a small amount of water as a "shot", followed by a lemon wedge. :)<br />
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Tips for week 1: (I may add to this as I go on!)</h2>
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<li>Prep as much as you can the night before - cook your oatmeal, cut up veggies/fruits, make soup and dressings, cook rice/beans/quinoa/etc. It doesn't seem like it will save all that much time but it truly does! Just keep in mind that microwaving things is not advised on the Reset, so think about how you plan to reheat things.</li>
<li>Drink your water! Whenever it tells you on the schedule to drink your Mineralize, don't go for the minimum of 12 oz. Do at least 24 oz, and by the time your day is over, you'll have had a TON of water, which will help with detox, headaches, and joint/muscle pain, etc..</li>
<li>Realize that discomfort is temporary. Headaches and pain is a sign that your body is detoxing - it's a good thing! You also may notice some bloating at first, and here is a great explanation for the experts on why this happens: </li>
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The bloating of week one typically comes from two instances:<br />
- The body being overloaded with toxins. As a protective measure, until the body's filtration systems (liver, kidneys, skin, bladder, etc) are better able to handle the amount of toxins, it retains water.<br />
- Previous bad habits of not hydrating properly. In this case, the body hoards water (similar to how it will store fat in starvation mode).<br />
In both instances, drinking plenty of water will help. The more you drink, the more toxins your body is able to flush. When the toxins are not considered so much of a survival risk, the body will release the excess water. When the body is certain the good hydration practices will continue, it will release the retained water.<br />
We highly recommend a gallon (minimum) of water per day, in week one. Consider drinking a gallon and a half, if you had a great amount of bad habits, prior to Reset.</blockquote>
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<li>Try to relax. If you miss a supplement, take it when you remember it. If you have a food slip-up, MOVE ON and keep going. You have not ruined your efforts, so stay the course!</li>
<li>Try to wean off caffeine and sugars prior to starting the Reset, in order to make your experience easier.</li>
<li><b>You do NOT need to eat all of your food if you are full</b>. Practice conscious eating and stop when you have had enough. The portions are just there in case you need them. There are so many different types of people who do the Reset, from small to large, fit to unfit, and everything in between. You can adjust to what works for you, but only eat if you are hungry! My husband is learning this concept. :)</li>
<li>Set reminders on your phone (I recommend your phone's built-in alarm, or a to-do app like <a href="http://www.6wunderkinder.com/wunderlist" target="_blank">Wunderlist 2</a> for Android or <a href="http://bridworks.com/anote/en/main/index.php" target="_blank">Awesome Note</a> for iPhone.), post your schedule on the fridge, and get organized. There are some great resources on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/Phase1Reclaim/?ref=ts&fref=ts" target="_blank">Beachbody Ultimate Reset: Phase 1</a> group page on Facebook - SO much good info there!</li>
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I'll be back tomorrow to recap Day 2, but for now, here is the recipe for the dressing I loved today!<br />
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Creamy Garlic Dressing</h2>
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½ cup extra-virgin olive oil<br />
¼ cup apple cider vinegar<br />
3 cloves garlic, crushed<br />
3 Tbsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>fresh lemon juice<br />
2 Tbsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>chopped fresh parsley<br />
1 tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Himalayan salt<br />
½ tsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>Dijon mustard<br />
1 Tbsp.<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span>raw honey (or pure maple syrup)<br />
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<b>Directions</b><br />
Place oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, mustard, and honey in a blender or food processor; cover with lid. Blend until smooth.<br />
Refrigerate dressing if not using immediately. If dressing solidifies when cold, hold at room temperature for 30 minutes. Stir before serving.<br />
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<b>Nutrition per 2 Tbsp</b><br />
Calories: 119<br />
Total Fat: 11 g<br />
Saturated Fat: 1 g<br />
Cholesterol: 0 mg<br />
Sodium: 235 mg<br />
Carbohydrate: 6 g<br />
Fiber: 0 g<br />
Sugar: 5 g<br />
Protein: 0 gAmanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-67337269912413104102013-03-05T21:24:00.001-08:002013-03-08T10:05:12.943-08:00My Ultimate Reset Journey: Day 0!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white;">As some of your know, I am starting The Ultimate Reset by Beachbody TOMORROW!! I am beyond excited to start, and I want to share my experience with you. First off, you're probably wondering what the Reset is.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">What is The Ultimate Reset?</span></h2>
If you're feeling tired and sluggish, give yourself a comprehensive inner-body tune-up. In just 21 days, the Ultimate Reset™ can help you gently restore your body to its optimal "factory settings," to help you have more energy and greater focus, enjoy better digestion, lose weight, and reclaim your overall health.<br />
The Beachbody Ultimate Reset includes six essential supplements. These Ultimate Reset Supplements are uniquely formulated to help restore your body to optimal health. You'll eat three healthy, filling meals every day, while the supplements work together gradually to gently shift your body's internal settings.<br />
You also get the complete Ultimate Reset Program and Nutrition Guide, two DVDs full of motivation and meal-preparation videos, the Ultimate Reset Caddy to conveniently carry your supplements on the go, and exclusive 24/7 UltimateReset.com online content including daily cleanse tips, recipes, shopping lists, and support from your Team Beachbody® Coach and fellow Reset participants.<br />
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Here is a video I made of the "unboxing" and a little info on how the program works. if you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask, or check out the copious amounts of info on my <a href="http://myultimatereset.com/AmandaBu" target="_blank">Ultimate Reset site</a>.<br />
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After reading many many many people's experiences on Facebook, some from my own team, and from various blogs, I have come to learn allll kinds of crazy things that may happen to you while on the Reset, as well as things people struggled with. I'm not skeered! But, I have a few concerns and, in the interest of honesty and research I will share - and then keep you posted on how things are going!<br />
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<li>Being cold. I am a naturally "chilly" person, and it is March in Michigan, so you do the math. Out bedroom also has a wicked draft so I am planning to bundle myself pretty heavily. Not a huge deal, but again, a concern.</li>
<li>Being the ONE person this doesn't do anything for. What if this doesn't work? What if I feel the same after Day 21? Regardless, I am committing!</li>
<li>Proceeding after the Reset. Luckily, there is section in the guide that goes over this, but transitioning back make me a bit nervous.</li>
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NOT worried about...</h3>
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<li>Muscle soreness. Shoot, Chalene Johnson and Shawn T. have kicked my ass enough times that soreness no longer phases me - bring the pain! Plus I like the idea that soreness means DETOX! Good stuff.</li>
<li>Meal prep time. I make our meals from scratch on most days, so a little veggie chopping does not bother me. I like to cook!</li>
<li>Being tired/going to bed early. I don't know about you, but any excuse to sleep more is fine by me. I look forward to relaxing a bit and enjoying the experience.</li>
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So there you have it, my Day 0. I'll be back tomorrow with my take on Day 1!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As some of you know, I have been trying to get my hubby to work out with me for a while now. He tried TurboFire - too intense. He tried Chalean Extreme - too hard. I know he wouldn't mind me telling you that he is out of shape, and has a hard time hanging in there with exercise. He wants to get healthy, so we are actually starting <a href="http://myultimatereset.com/AmandaBu" target="_blank">The Ultimate Reset</a> on March 6th! There is NO working out during the Reset (except Tai Cheng or light yoga), but after the Reset, he expressed interest in trying Les Mills COMBAT. I have also been wanting to try the program so I ordered it and received it the other day. It has been sitting on my dining room table, tempting me - until today...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I decided that, in the interest of research, and "testing out the DVDs" I would try Power Kata 45. So I downed some E&E and got busy. I had SO much fun! I am not going to go into the details of every single move, but basically... there is a warm up, then different segments - Tae Kwon Do, Boxing, Muay Thai, etc. Each segment breaks down the moves first at a slower pace, then you ramp it up and do it at top speed. Then you get a little rest in between segments. It's intense, but not a non-stop workout like TurboFire for example. Then there was the music - so good! I will definitely use the "Music Fired Up" version next time now that I have gone through it once. Here are the tracks (complete list below):</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. "Walking In Memphis" by Marc Cohn</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Trouble" by P!nk</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "The Final Countdown" by Europe</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race" by Fall Out Boy</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">7. "See The Light" (Styles & Breeze Mix. by Paradise</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">I think this would be a great program for someone who is at pretty much any fitness level. There is a person who does the modified moves that don't involve any jumping. Those who want to take it to the next level of intensity can also use the COMBAT gloves or even weighted gloves. There is no complicated choreography like TurboFire, so that might be good news for those who found TurboFire too confusing. But, being a true Turbo junkie, I loved all of the kicks and punches! I could actually see my arm muscles popping out as I was punching, which was really cool and motivating! So that was Power Kata. I will be adding more to this review as I do the other workouts! <i>(UPDATE: I am SORE today!! I am pretty surprised considering I had so much fun yesterday doing it and it didn't feel super strenuous, if that makes sense! I wondered if I had gotten a killer workout or not, and apparently I did!)</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">COMBAT 30: KICK START</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Starstrukk" by 3OH!3</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "Thnks Fr Th Mmrs" by Fall Out Boy</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "Bring Me To Life" by Evanescence</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">COMBAT 45: POWER KATA</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. "Walking In Memphis" by Marc Cohn</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Trouble" by P!nk</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "The Final Countdown" by Europe</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">3. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race" by Fall Out Boy</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">7. "See The Light" (Styles & Breeze Mix. by Paradise</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">COMBAT 60: EXTREME CARDIO FIGHTER</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Loud" by Without Danger</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "Cum On Feel The Noize" by Quiet Riot</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "Holding Out For A Hero" by Bonnie Tyler</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">5. "The Anthem" by Good Charlotte</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">8. "Turn To Me" (Supreme & MOB 2010 Remix. by Trinity</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">CORE ATTACK</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1. "Fire Burning" by Sean Kingston</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">3. "War" by Edwin Starr</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">WARRIOR 1: UPPER BODY BLOW OUT</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1. "No Limit" by Sonic Rush Project</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "No Easy Way Out" by Robert Tepper</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "The Final Countdown" by Europe</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">WARRIOR 2: LOWER BODY LEAN OUT</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1. "Bring The Beat Back" by Sheep Trick</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">3. "The Warrior's Code" by Dropkick Murphys</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">5. "See The Light" (Styles & Breeze Mix. by Paradise</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-weight: bold; line-height: 16.890625px; text-decoration: underline;">INNER WARRIOR: STRETCH AND STRENGTH</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">3. "Promises" by Nero</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">6. "Can't Hold Us" by Macklemore</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Tubthumping" by Chumbawamba</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">2. "Love Drunk" by Boys Like Girls</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">3. "Miracle" (SAD Remix. by Cascada</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">5. "The Passenger" by Iggy Pop</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">6. "U Can't Touch This" by MC Hammer</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">9. "Fire Burning" by Sean Kingston</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1a. COMPOSER TRACK</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">1b. "Loud" by Without Danger</span><br />
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<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">4. "Bring Me To Life" by Evanescence</span><br />
<span style="color: #404040; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 16.890625px;">5. "Miracle" (SAD Remix. by Cascada</span>Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-8037988078178406542013-02-27T12:11:00.000-08:002013-02-27T12:11:01.877-08:00Healthy Shamrock Shake Recipe<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3KtvxczsGHAvpNbessiMycJF9UaWYxlJhH7i3mHyBF5hO6EvxDjaW8qf7NrO9AwZINt8Sw8izsX15GrAv-jv1-YIgdLVURmojyuldcL2HP6Q7JYkiZlydSZcMwnpFsfG9iYHy4F40bqO7/s1600/Shamrock-Shakes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3KtvxczsGHAvpNbessiMycJF9UaWYxlJhH7i3mHyBF5hO6EvxDjaW8qf7NrO9AwZINt8Sw8izsX15GrAv-jv1-YIgdLVURmojyuldcL2HP6Q7JYkiZlydSZcMwnpFsfG9iYHy4F40bqO7/s200/Shamrock-Shakes.jpg" width="200" /></a>In honor of St. Patrick's Day, I am sharing this delicious recipe by Chalene Johnson. It's a healthy Shamrock Shake, made with Greenberry Shakeology. It is so rich and tasty, like a dessert - but it's packed with superfoods and probiotics! Love it.<br />
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<li>1/4 to 1/2 capful of peppermint extract (or more, to taste)</li>
<li>1 tsp of peanut butter</li>
<li>2 tbsp of sugar free vanilla or cheesecake jello instant pudding mix</li>
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<br />Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8861814081684888961.post-55724493427309322952013-02-27T08:31:00.001-08:002013-02-27T08:32:10.804-08:00Shakeology Cleanse / Weight Loss Kick Start<br />
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If you’ve hit a “wall” with your weight loss, a 3-Day Shakeology cleanse may be just what the doctor ordered to help kick-start your system! The process is fairly simple, and will help to flush your body of any “cheats” in your diet and get you back on the right track with your fitness and weight loss. Over the course of this 3 day cleanse, <strong>you can lose up to 12 lbs. and several inches off your waist</strong>! Here’s how it works, as well as a list of the most frequently asked questions I receive from my clients about the cleanse:</div>
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<li>2-3 Shakeology shakes per day</li>
<li>2 cups of green tea per day</li>
<li>1 or 2 pieces of fruit per day (optional)</li>
<li>1 salad for dinner-can include fish or poultry</li>
<li>No dairy or extra sugars (this includes almond and soy milk)!</li>
<li>Drink 2 to 4 liters of water every day</li>
<li>2 snacks before/after any of the major meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)</li>
<li>Those who are already super conditioned or have a higher muscle mass are recommended the higher numbers of calories, therefore more snacks</li>
<li>For maximum results, do NOT use additives</li>
<li>Dinner salad may include WHITE GRILLED PROTEIN (Poultry or Fish ONLY)</li>
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<strong>Daily Regimen:</strong>1 cup of green tea to start the day</div>
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<strong>Breakfast: </strong>1 scoop Shakeology (140 calories) Ice to taste 8 to10 oz. of water</div>
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<strong>Snack 1 (85 calories):</strong>1 piece of fruit (apple, pear, orange, banana mango, etc.)</div>
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<strong>Lunch: </strong>1 scoop Shakeology (140 calories) Ice to taste 8 to10 oz. of water</div>
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<strong>Snack 2 (optional): </strong>1 scoop Shakeology (140 calories) Ice to taste 8 to 10 oz. of water</div>
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<strong>Dinner: </strong>Salad with grilled white fish or poultry (roughly 340 calories) OR 3 servings of vegetables (serving=1/2 cup cut and/or cooked veggies or 1 cup leafy greens such as spinach/lettuce), plus 4 oz. of grilled white meat (fish or poultry) 2 tablespoons of dressing - no more! The more natural the dressing the better, so homemade is great.</div>
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<strong>Repeat for 3 days. Drink plenty of water between meals to avoid dehydration!</strong></div>
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<li><strong><strong>How many calories per day?</strong> </strong>800 to 1,100 calories per day</li>
<li><strong><strong>How often can I do the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse?</strong> </strong>~ Ideally, you should do it once per quarter (every 3 months) ~ As the seasons change ~ When you start a new workout program ~ When you feel you need help breaking through a plateau</li>
<li><strong><strong>Should/Can I still do my workouts during the Cleanse?</strong> </strong>~ Depends on the individual ~ You’ll have less energy, so consider doing it during your recovery week ~ Don’t do it in the middle of P90X, TurboFire, or Insanity</li>
<li><strong><strong>Can I do a 1-day or a 2-day cleanse instead of a 3-day?</strong> </strong>~ Yes, some people will see results in one or two days! ~ It is not recommended to do the cleanse for longer than 3 days.</li>
<li><strong><strong>Should/Can I take other Beachbody® supplements during the Cleanse?</strong> </strong>~ No Beachbody Recovery Drink as it as too much sugar. ~ All other Beachbody supplements are not necessary but won’t hurt.</li>
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I like to call the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse a “performance cleanse.” This is because it was designed to be done with a workout program. Let’s take a look at how this differs from other cleanses, how to tailor it to your needs, and what to expect if you decide to try it.</div>
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<strong>First of all, it’s not a true cleanse.</strong> It’s a calorie-restricted and nutrient-dense diet plan. Traditional cleanses contain very few calories and nutrients. Compared to the much more popular Master Cleanse, it’s like an all-you-can-eat buffet. Traditional cleansing diets are done to rid your system of toxins and bring it into homeostasis. They also contain a spiritual aspect. This process can take a long time, which is why you may have seen coworkers walking around the office in a zombie-like state for weeks on end—swilling a strange concoction of lemons and maple syrup.</div>
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<strong>The Shakeology cleanse is nothing like that.</strong> Depending on how you decide to do it, you’ll be eating frequently and consuming between 800 and 1,200 calories per day, and it could be even more should you feel the need. The point of this cleanse is not calorie restriction, per se—it’s nutrient efficiency. The aim is to get the most nutrients possible into the fewest number of calories. The goal is to put all of these calories to use as a part of your exercise program, to rid your body of undigested foods and toxins, and to bring your hydration levels into homeostasis. The result you’re after is not weight loss—though it will likely occur—but for your body to be running more efficiently. This should make you feel lighter and more energetic, even though you’re doing an exercise program.</div>
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<strong>How It Works </strong>Your eating structure doesn’t change. You still eat every few hours while you’re awake. Each meal should have a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and fiber. And while you’re not eating as much food as you’d normally eat, your calorie-to-nutrient ratio is extremely high. This means that you shouldn’t restrict the actual nutrients you’re getting by too much, so activity can continue as normal.</div>
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We recommend you try to keep your shakes to just Shakeology. Adding fruits of any kind, or seeds (for fat and fiber), or the Shakeology Fiber supplement, can and should be done as you see fit.</div>
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Ditto for your one solid meal—a salad. As we all know from any salad bar, the definition of salad can be varied. The goal of the salad in the plan is to keep your calories coming from natural sources (no artificial ingredients should be added, including artificial salad dressing). Aside from that, you can add ingredients as necessary. Keep your meat intake to four ounces or less, but add veggies, seeds, nuts, fruits, and legumes in quantities to satiate you.</div>
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The goal of the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is to optimize your performance. You want to eat enough to fuel your day AND your workout. The foods you’re eating are so high in fiber and nutrients that it’s virtually impossible to overeat. You’ll be consuming so much fiber, along with enzymes and digestive aids, that your body’s ability to flush excess foods quickly will be at its peak.</div>
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<strong>What to Drink </strong>Water, of course, is recommended in quantity. This is vital to any cleanse, because one of your goals is to bring your hydration into homeostasis. When your electrolytes are out of balance—the main problem we have is salt—you often retain water outside of your cells. This situation, which we refer to as retaining water, is cured by drinking more water. As the excess salts are diffused, your body begins to hydrate your cells (using sodium as it should be used) and flush the water held outside the cells. So, oddly enough, you drink water to eliminate water retention.</div>
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Sodas, alcohols, juices, etc., should be eliminated entirely during a cleanse. Coffee and tea, which are diuretics, should be minimized at the very least and eliminated if possible. Again, performance is the key, so if you need a cup of Joe as a pick-me-up, go ahead. Just use only as needed, and don’t use additives. Eliminating sugar and chemicals is vital. However, do not use energy drinks or soda for this purpose, including the ones with artificial sweeteners. Coffee drinkers may find that switching to black tea during a cleanse will give you the energy you’re looking for with less upset. Coffee’s acidic nature can heighten the effects in a negative way during your cleanse.</div>
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<strong>Why You Won’t Lose Weight </strong>I should say why you might not lose weight, but I wanted to get your attention! Most people will lose some weight during a cleanse, but that is not the goal. Those with a lot of undigested gunk in their systems will lose weight as it’s flushed out. Those of you who are properly hydrated and already eat well are less likely to lose. For those of you who need to lose weight, take heart: you are setting up your system to use nutrients more efficiently and improving your ability to lose weight through structured diet and exercise. So while you may not lose much on the cleanse, you’ll be more prepared to lose weight later.</div>
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Another reason why we don’t always lose weight on cleanses is due to a stress hormone called cortisol. Restricting calories is stressful to the body, and it reacts by releasing cortisol. Cortisol is performance-enhancing in the short term, but if you somehow keep your body stressed for long periods, it creates havoc in your system and can cause you to doggedly hang onto weight in a type of survival mode. We don’t want this to occur, which is one reason the Shakeology 3-Day Cleanse is short. It’s important not to remain in a highly calorie-deficient state for long periods of time, especially when you are trying to exercise hard.</div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPpL_xAUhW2LSEAZEZwyPnl8fIAOF5iyhppcsITRfaDAyhMNm1tq5ksNjB0FK4HZrhk8I9GpFugTaxJ4GDQiZiswOO031t0xVm_zMaF9ldmd9yzdQ-GUsCAg3mk196aJecU1ih2DneyaXl/s1600/Eating-properly-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPpL_xAUhW2LSEAZEZwyPnl8fIAOF5iyhppcsITRfaDAyhMNm1tq5ksNjB0FK4HZrhk8I9GpFugTaxJ4GDQiZiswOO031t0xVm_zMaF9ldmd9yzdQ-GUsCAg3mk196aJecU1ih2DneyaXl/s200/Eating-properly-2.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaGw_2QNbxivYhRmJDe6QzuR78xBoW8FmatXrntz3pcusqLV94B6ByJSbsmeTIBkKS5zWIfBhTNJw208rbCIokjGN3gJwDNGHeaAwF3Ngeef3LFE6CiSJMO44jqWrhqFC4lYSFnO7NTe3h/s1600/images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaGw_2QNbxivYhRmJDe6QzuR78xBoW8FmatXrntz3pcusqLV94B6ByJSbsmeTIBkKS5zWIfBhTNJw208rbCIokjGN3gJwDNGHeaAwF3Ngeef3LFE6CiSJMO44jqWrhqFC4lYSFnO7NTe3h/s1600/images.jpg" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">For some of us, eating or bingeing at night is a huge problem! Here are some things you can do to help you stay in control, courtesy of Chalene Johnson!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">1. Eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The large majority of people who struggle with night eating are those who sk</span><span class="text_exposed_show" style="background-color: white; color: #333333; display: inline !important; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">ip meals or don't eat balanced meals during the day. This is a major setup for overeating at night.<br />2. Eat your evening meal in the kitchen or dining room, sitting down at the table.<br />3. Drink cold no-calorie beverages such as sparkling water or herbal tea. They taste great and keep your mouth busy.<br />4. Change your nighttime schedule. It will take effort, but it will pay off. You need something that will occupy your mind and hands. Try knitting, lifting free weights in the living room, stretching while watching TV, or putting together your photo albums.<br />5. If you're eating at night to unwind, calm emotions, or soothe yourself, focus on getting in touch with what's going on emotionally when you head for the fridge. Develop non-food methods of coping with stress.<br />6. Put a sign on the kitchen and refrigerator doors: "Closed after dinner."<br />7. Brush your teeth right after dinner to remind you: No more food.<br />8. Eat without engaging in any other simultaneous activity, i.e. no reading, TV, or sitting at the computer.<br />9. Eating late at night won't cause weight gain. It's how many calories you eat—not when you eat them—that counts. However, by setting a cutoff point, many lose weight by simply eliminating calories they were consuming out of habit as opposed to hunger.<br />10. If you're up late burning the midnight oil, fill up on "free" foods. Eat celery, carrots, or, if you need a sodium fix, air-popped popcorn with a little salt.</span>Amanda @ Fit Addicthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00633598903300059628noreply@blogger.com0