Seriously, so happy with my final results from the 21 day fix extreme! They could've been better and way more amazing if I followed the nutritional portion of the program way better than what I did, but honestly...I'm just so happy.
I can see a curve in my waist again.
Everything is so much tighter.
I'm happier.
There are no scales at camp so I can't weigh in, as much as I want too..I'm so glad that I can't. It's not about a number, it's about how I feel, how my clothes feel, and what a difference you can see!
Here are my before pics and after pics... and some other amazing pics!
My nutrition was SO MUCH better at this point! Was it perfect? Heck no. But it was way better!! I'm hoping to buckle down even MORE on the last 7 days. It's so hard to get back on this lifestyle when I took a short hiatus..and now I'm paying for it. I plan on doing this program MULTIPLE TIMES! This week was much easier than the last in SO MANY WAYS. My eating was better, working out became easier (and a necessity as a stress reliever and a calmer). My nutrition definitely wasn't what it should be, it needs to be exact for this program to truly work it's magic and the scale is showing that. However, I'm seeing crazy awesome differences in my body and that's good too! I plan on restarting this again once it's over and trying to complete it successfully while I'm at summer camp. This just really proves that food and the kitchen ARE 80% of health and fitness, losing weight, and maintaining weight. I can workout all day long and not see results because of the foods I'm eating. This week, I'm hoping to really focus in on my eating habits. It's been hard - between the grad parties and picnics, the busy schedule, etc. I feel ya! But I'm making excuses and that's not okay. I shouldn't be, this isn't hard to do - it's easily doable on a busy schedule and I just am focused on satisfying my taste buds for 5 minutes before thinking of my lasting and permanent results. Here are my results from Week 2: Inches lost: 2.5 inches lost!I lost a whole inch on my waist! Pounds lost: 1.2 pounds Photos: I was really disappointed when I saw these photos. I'll be honest, the only place I see is a difference is in my arms (which I don't really care about right now) and in the top of my waist. But these pictures don't do it justice..But take a look at the pics below!
Here are my total results from the beginning to Day 14: TOTAL Inches lost: 5.75 INCHES TOTAL! TOTAL Pounds lost: 2.8 total...because of my nutrition....:( Photos: THESE PHOTOS MADE ME FEEL SO MUCH BETTER! YOU CAN SEE THE HUGE DIFFERENCE! My favorite is the second forward facing photo. It's legit...and you can see it.
Day #1 Today was fine until after lunch. I thought I was going to freak out if I didn't have a piece of chocolate and if I have to eat fish one more time, I might throw up. But seriously, I ate fish and I downed my broccoli and now I'm sitting here, sleepy, exhausted, and refreshed from my workout. WHOWEE, that's a toughy. I can tell this program is going to kick my bootayyyy...and I'm more than ready for the results! Basically, I'm pretty much just gassy. But I'm down two pounds from this morning! (I know...why are you weighing yourself Alyssa?! - but I was curious) Here's Day 1's video blog...I think I'm too funny.
Day #2 & Day #3 & Day #4 These few days were really weird. My tummy was super rumbly and Jared always thought I was farting but in reality my tummy was just upset. I'm sleeping SO WELL. The best sleep I've had in a long, long, long, time. They say this comes from feeding your body the correct nutrients. Hah! who knew?! I also have been tired, but I have a crazy energy to keep going..weird. These days always tend to be the make or break days. I'm feeling torn between wanting to continue and wanting to stop this whole bologna and eat whatever I want. but I have goals! I allowed myself a few cheats (it's Memorial Day people!!!) but I made sure to stick to the 80/20 rule. I'm down 3.8 pounds as of today - and the progress encourages me to go further. THE WORKOUTS ARE SO HARD! AHH. Hoping to really get into the flow of them as the weeks progress. And I'm hoping to see more and more progress.
Day #5 & Day #6 & Day #7 Let's be real. Totally didn't stick to the meal plan...at all. Another reminder that I'm human. and that sometimes we slip up.. The biggest and most bestest thing about this situation? I'm ready to jump back on the clean eating bandwagon tomorrow. Like legit. and seriously. Because I know these last 14 days are going to fly by, and I WANT RESULTS. The workouts aren't necessarily getting harder - but, I LOVE that I'm sweating more. I feel I can complete MORE of the workout without stumbling around. The first few workouts were kinda complicated! I know next week will be different though, since it won't be the first time around.
ALOT of people are wondering what my meal plan looks like!
If you are following the VERY STRICT Countdown to Competition plan (a supplement of the 21 day fix extreme...my meal plan is found here at the, Countdown to Competition Meal Plan.
Here are my results from Week 1:
Inches lost: 3.25 inches ALL AROUND! (This speaks volumes..take a look at my pics!)
Pounds lost: 1.6 pounds (this would've been WAY more if I had stuck to my meal plan. I'm coming for ya week 2!)
Photos:
Hi PEOPLE!
Just wanted to write a small post about my Countdown to Competition meal plan. You can definitely switch this up and change it around - as long as you are using the correct containers for the 21 DF and 21 DFX. No big deal...however, I'm a cheapo and it's easier to buy in bulk than it is to switch it up EVERY SINGLE DAY.
So here is a sneak peek at my eating plan. I just follow this for three days and then repeat.
My latest adventure begins...the 21 Day Fix EXTREME!
That's right...EXTREME.
A new program - an amazing program - and a challenging one! The cool thing? I can use my containers from the 21 DF, all I had to do was buy the workouts! :) and the meal plan of course came with it.
According to an article I just read, this isn't for beginners. It's for people have already done the 21 day fix or have graduated from some other program like T-25, Insanity Max. It even counts if you're more of a runner/avid athlete/or workout semi-often. So, if this sounds like you and you are ready to see different results, let's chat!
I still have 30 minute workouts, except much harder. I still have those containers, except much more strict eating requirements. I still do it in 21 days. :)
The idea is that I'm taking my fitness "to the next level", which is exactly what I plan to do! Unlike the regular 21DF, this program is not designed to be repeated back to back. This is more of a upcoming event/time to tone it up/once every few months sort of thing. The regular 21DF can be used every day!
BUT I have goals people, and I'm totally going to knock this out of the park. I just know it.
I'm TERRIFIED of this journey. I KNOW I can do it, but I'm just scared. The word extreme is slightly intimidating. I think I'm mainly terrified because Jared isn't doing this with me. Unfortunately, now that he's back to work (and not at home to food prep) he can't stop and eat 6 meals a day while he's up there on the roof. But, I know he'll support me through the whole thing!
But seriously...look at Autumn (the creator and trainer for the 21DF and the 21 DFX)
I decided to Video Blog this entire journey to switch things and keep you interested ;) IT'S sure to be a wild ride! Within these next 21 days, I have Memorial Day, The last week of school (a celebration in itself), 8 graduation parties, a Taylor Swift Concert, and just daily life. But I have a plan and I'm more than ready to take this on!
Here are my feelings....On even thinking about the 21 DFX.
And here is my video diary on FOOD PREP!
I loved my grocery shopping adventure!
I'm a happy girl that only spent $30 on fish and veggies. :) haha! Enjoy my videos! I'll be keeping you posted on each week!
