Today was MUCH better, I'm so glad I didn't give in to the coffee demons yesterday. I had one slump of feeling run down and foggy from about 1-2pm, but it passed quickly. Still not too crazy about the Spark, it's so sweet! My appetite was well under control with the exception of wanting chocolate after dinner tonight. I even pulled out a piece of 85% dark chocolate to see what damage it would do...only 2g of sugar for a square of it, but it just isn't worth it after coming this far. If I'm going to give up all my other vices to stay 100%, I'm not going to throw it all away on a piece of chocolate. I can think of far better things cave into :) I missed the Fiber Drink today, I actually enjoyed that and without giving TMI, it really keeps things going in my system and I hope things stay regular without it. Started the probiotic packs today, kept with Catalyst and the others. Oh and I proudly made TWO apple pear crisps for my family and our neighbors and didn't even have a taste!
Recap of Day 4:
Wake up: Spark, probiotics and 3 Catalyst
Mid-Morning: 1/2c Steel Cut oats with chopped apple and cinnamon
Lunch: 1/2c cooked quinoa, red pepper strips, 1/2c edamame and 4oz grilled chicken
Mid-day: 3 Catalyst and Spark
Snack: Hard boiled egg
Dinner: 4oz salmon and ENTIRE head of cauliflower, Omegaplex
Bedtime: Probiotic pack and herbals
Exercise 30 min of light elliptical
Due to piano lessons and haircut appts, I didn't get to eat until 7 which is why I devoured the entire head of steamed cauliflower. Had a mini freak-out since I couldn't find it on the food list later, but eventually realized it's basically broccoli and ok. It has a ton of protein, who knew? And I went way over my fiber intake today so missing the drink shouldn't be a problem. Calories are still on the low side, even though I tried upping them today.
My biggest challenge is coming up and while I've been blocking it out, it's creeping into my thoughts often now. Headed to Wisconsin for my Grandpa's birthday tomorrow. We do 2 things in WI, drink beer, and eat...repeat as needed. My favorite brewery is up there and I know I will be bomarded with temptation all weekend. My husband has decided to come along to help with the driving and kids so I won't be over stressed. It's easy to control my choices when I'm home all day, but being at my parent's house will be overwhelming. She always buys tons of snacks, cookies and cheese for the kids and us. I'm confident I can do it, but it will not be easy. I'll be half way through my challenge by then, I'm hoping that will be enough to keep me in the game!
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