Best Life Diet Week Two Recap
Posted by whitneybarns
| August 9, 2009
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Carolyn: Up ½ lb, but overall still down 3 lbs.
No weight loss this week, but Carolyn’s holding strong to her belief that she’ll lose the weight and body fat percentage goal she hopes to while mostly following the lifestyle — just don’t relax so much that you let it go for too long (I know I’ve been a victim (?) of that before!) You’re doing a great job of substituting healthier snacks for the household snacks she had before — even the kids are enjoying the changes! I’m happy that you’ve realized the habitual connection you had with your pre-bedtime snack/drink and you’re working hard and breaking the habit! That’s a tough habit for many to break; I do the same thing with the tea (hot or iced) in place of snacks late at night, good job!
Seth: Lost 2 lbs this week
Doing great with meal planning and keeping bad food choices out of the diet. Seth’s ready to start Phase 2 of The Best Life Diet—portion control, refraining from eating before the fullness sets in. Seth’s words to the interested, “Start the diet—you don’t have to buy the book, just give up fried foods and start eating healthy”—haha, now we know what’s Seth’s arch enemy was! Speaking of enemies –you found a healthy, tasty alternative at your favorite fast food, a grilled chicken sandwich on whole wheat, IMPRESSIVE! Good job Seth!
Megan: Lost 2.4 lbs this week
Megan competed in her 10k road race this last weekend!! She ran a total of about 40 mins and finished in 1 hour 32 mins with no shin splint pain—excellent work! Megan I’m so happy you’re continuing your workouts full strength even after the race, I can see how happy you are, keep it up! There were a few boo-boos with trans fat, but what matters is that you didn’t go into them knowingly and now you’re more aware. You’re doing very well with your exercise and when you’re ready, it sounds like a great idea for you to move on to Phase 2 of exercise (and get ready for your next race ;) )
Kai: Lost 2 lbs., goal 2.5 lbs, but still right up there.
Kai went to some social gatherings and enjoyed a few cold ones—don’t feel alone Kai, I think everyone’s feeling the job stress right now! And THANK YOU KAI for recommending that everyone track their calories using the daily plate tracker on your phones! The tilapia fish tacos are a great idea, everyone should something weekly to learn more healthy foods to keep around after the challenge ends
Renee: Lost 2 lbs this week
Ooo Renee, what will we ever do with you!? Just kidding, we all wish you well! I KNOW you’ve had a rough week…a few too many stitches and whatnot if you know what I mean! You’ve been doing extremely well, you’re so motivated and we’re all rooting for your speedy recovery, get well soon and get back to your goals when it’s safe. Keep eating well so you heal well and ride strong! ;-D
Pollie: Lost 1.4 lbs this week
Pollie went home to her family this last weekend and unwound without the “pleasures” of technology…but was mindful of her food intake and thought she did “OK”. You still had weight loss, Pollie, so you must have done some things right! I’m happy that you took the initiative to find another boot camp for when your current one ends—if it takes being held accountable to someone for you to get your workouts in, DO IT! On that note, keep up the food diary, another way to be held accountable. And I’m sure you can “survive” any boot camp, just remember that you’re strong, driven, and exercising for your health!
Great job everyone! There was, overall, less weight loss this week with people having social events, but I know everyone will jump back on the wagon this week and stay within calories needs and challenge themselves to hardcore workouts. Don’t forget to check out Thomas’ video blog this week for great lower body exercises that you can even do at home!!
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