Well, I started my Advocare 24 day challenge today. Although I know it has only been 1 day, I must say it hasn't been bad. I made a point to take all of my measurements this morning (weight, waist, thighs, arms, hips, chest, and body fat %). I will take the measurements again at day 10 and day 24 to see any progress I make. In the 24 day challenge the first 10 days is an Herbal Cleanse. My biggest fear going into the Cleanse portion of the challenge was the fiber drink that you drink with breakfast on days 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and 10. Out of everything in the challenge the fiber drink is the only thing I have ever heard bad things about. I had heard and read that it was pretty disgusting and tasted like drinking sand. However, by the recommendation of my distributor, rather than order the pre-made 24 day challenge package that has a citrus flavored fiber drink, I ordered each piece separately (still comes out to the same price but you have the option of picking different flavors). I chose to go with the peaches and cream fiber drink and it wasn't too bad. It has an odd texture and is for sure not something you want to drink all the time, but it was definitely manageable.
I have absolutely decided that since I did spend money on this that I am totally committed to seeing it through, anyone that knows me knows I am a penny pincher!! I did really good on my food, trying my best to follow the food guidelines for the program. I must say I didn't at all feel hungry or deprived all day. I actually probably ate more that I have been with my calorie restrictive diet, I just made better food choices (no processed stuff).
The energy drink, called Spark, was really yummy, it reminds me of the Crystal Light packets I love to drink. I went with the grape flavor today, and I absolutely noticed a difference with my energy level. I didn't even take a Sunday nap, and that is a big deal for me ; ).
One of my challenges today was figuring out what to cook. I was able to get pretty creative and one of the things I cooked were some yummy chicken fajitas, even made some homemade guacamole and used whole grain tortillas (which were surprisingly delicious). However, I am definitely going to spend some time on Pinterest tonight to find some recipes ; )!!!
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