3 Day Refresh: Day 1

Yesterday was Day 1 of the 3 Day Refresh and I'm just now getting around to posting a recap... So let's do this.

First of all: if you're just now following me, The 3 Day Refresh is pretty much a short detox where you can let go of toxins from your body, jump start a new workout program/weight loss, or just use it as a refresh every month or quarterly.

It eliminates all dairy, grains, carbs, and meat from your  diet.  You drink Shakeology daily, 2 Vanilla Fresh Protein Shakes a day, and have a Fiber Sweep once a day (it's a fiber drink).  In addition to that, you have 2 servings of veggies, 2 servings of healthy fats (hummus, avocado, almond butter, etc.) and then 2 servings of fruits.  Then, there is a vegetarian option for dinner each night.

So, now back to yesterday, Day 1:

I felt GREAT.  I was a little "gassy" to be honest at night.  I didn't feel foggy.  The Fiber Sweep was not as bad as I remembered.  I think it helped going into this round since I'd already been there, done that, and I knew what to expect.

Also note: I am doing this round the "Laura" way.  I am using 8 oz of unsweetened almond milk in my shakes, rather than just water.  Last night I even replaced my Vanilla Fresh for a regular Shakeology.  Shoot me.

So, for breakfast I had:

Strawberry Shakeology, 8 oz. unsweetened almond milk, dash of Pure Vanilla Extract, 1/2 banana, Ice cubes.

 

I didn't get a picture of the fiber sweep.  I pretty much downed it in the break room in under 30 seconds! HA

 

My lunch was hummus and carrots and a Vanilla Fresh Shake mixed w/ 8 oz. unsweetened almond milk, dash of pure vanilla extract, 1/2 banana, cinnamon, ice.

 

For dinner, I chose to fix the lemony green beans.  You steam 6 oz of green beans and then toss them in a mixture of lemon juice, EVOO, and a little sea salt.  I loved them and so did the babies (fur-babies that is!)

Today is over 1/2 way over and so far, so good!  I have wanted to give up about 10 times now.. HA.  But, no for real.  I have been battling a small headache today and this cold front that came through makes me want some comfort food really bad!  But, I'm chuggin' along and will finish what I started!

XO,

 

3 Day Refresh: Day 0

So, here it is.  Tomorrow starts my second round of the 3 Day Refresh.

I'll be honest.  I'm not that excited about it.  I've actually been dreading this day.  Comfort food, chocolate, ice cream, pizza.... ya know... all of the YUMMY {bad for you} foods are HARD to give up.  WHY do I want to give them up if I love them?

Well, reality has hit.  I'm bloated.  I'm gaining weight.  I'm feeling yuck.  I'm feeling like a stuffed baked potato.

Today was actually the first time I got the slightest bit excited about the refresh.  I'm excited about taking on this challenge with myself.  I fail, a lot.  So, knowing that this is 3 days, totally do-able, and something amazing for myself is exciting.  I went to Publix for a few last minute items, including my trusty almond butter.

So, another truth here:

I'm using almond milk in my shakes (Shakeology and Vanilla Fresh).  I know, I know.  I'm not following it 100%.  The first round, I used water, just like it asked.  I was NOT a fan, at all.  I love my milk (it makes things a lot creamier) and I've told myself, I'm not giving it up.  To each it's own, so judge ALL you want.

My before weight is taken.  I'm taking before pictures in the morning.  I've prepped my meals for tomorrow (besides dinner) and I'm READY to BRING.IT.ON!

I'll be blogging along the way, so stay tuned!

XO,

Call me crazy, but it's almost DETOX time!

Okay.

I've already posted before about this thing called the 3 Day Refresh.  I completed it back in June after I came back from Beachbody Summit and I'm not going to lie.... The 3 days of detoxing were hard as hell.  I wanted everything I saw and couldn't eat.  Even a juicy cheeseburger that Josh cooked on the last day, the last night, of my Refresh.

So, I lost 3 lbs the first-go-round.  I stocked up on another one since I KNEW I would need it sooner than later, especially with my upcoming wedding.

I've been feeling bloated, gross, fat, ugly, this, that, and the other (ha!) for a few weeks, so I think it might be time for me to start another one.

It's also perfect timing that I have a customer who just ordered the Refresh as well.  I think I want to try to do it with her for some accountability. 

I'll need it.

SO, here's just a public notice that I'm going to be doing this.. SOON

Please wish me luck and stay tuned for the blog.  I'll be sure to blog my process and each day of the REFRESH... I PROMISE this time I'll blog it all!

Wahooo!

I am already feeling refreshed just typing this ;)

XO,