So it's Saturday and I'm almost done week #2. What a difference in how I feel from week 1 to 2. Week one the workouts were all new, and I was using the modifier to get through a lot of the moves. Week 2, I sort of knew what to expect and the moves felt easier. I struggled to get through the 30 seconds of PLYO or 60 seconds of cardio moves but this week I could make it through. Sometimes I would use the modifier, sometimes I was able to do it so it was definitely encouraging to feel stronger already in just one week.
I started off last weekend sitting down with the nutrition plan and writing out what I was going to eat during week #2. Just like finding time each day to get those 30 minutes in, I know sitting down and planning my food is so SO important. Autumn put a lot of work into creating the workout routines and she put the same amount of work into creating the nutrition guide, it's a proven system for proper eating. Here was my loot from the grocery store:
I always sit down and do my "homework" each week. If I don't have a plan for dinners for my family or have my work lunches prepped ahead of time, I run into making quick decisions and grabbing things I shouldn't that lead to quick and unhealthy food choices. SO, meal planning is equally important as the exercise portion.
Since really getting back to using these containers I'm definitely noticing changes, which is exciting!! Which again reminded me how important the food aspect was to the success of going "extreme"
I'm usually pretty good sticking to it during the work week because it's just go go go and I'm following the plan but by Thursday/Friday, we get tired. The work week catches up to me and the food temptations pop up. Sugar usually being the strongest temptation but that's because we need that sugar kick. Friday night after a really draining week at work, I couldn't bring myself to cook dinner, so I did order pizza. Had just one slice (my old self would have had 4 plus cheese bread) And then the hubby and I chilled on the couch with a movie and shared some wine. Wine is not on the food plan because it's "extreme" but I know that I'm in this for the long haul, not just 21 days so a mama needs some wine sometimes!
I'm really actually growing to love the workouts. It feels so great to accomplish something for yourself first thing in the morning (we're up at 4:45a) When you get that hard workout in, you feel great for the rest of the day knowing you accomplished something for you! You can get through those 30 minutes and you find out that you're stronger than you think.
Hubby was able to join me all week and he is working hard at this too. It's really great to have such a supporter of this new lifestyle. He is doing SO good ! So proud of him!
So Next Sunday I hope to have week #3 review and RESULTS ekkkkkkk! That scares me a little! So I'm going to give week #3 all I've got. Making it count this week and pushing hard!
Thanks for all your support guys!
--Jenn
Loved this review Jenn!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see your week 3 review!