It is time for my Whole30 plan weekly update and of course I am going to share with you what my meal plan for the week is going to be plus what I liked and didn’t like from last week.
I actually thought that the first week of the Whole30 plan was going to be miserable, I would be cranky and moody. I actually didn’t really feel that way at all. The first day of the plan I was extremely HUNGRY. My stomach was growling and I felt like my stomach was eating itself. I made it through Breakfast, Lunch and then I had to cave and have a snack because I was so hungry. My snack was an apple and almond butter. Dinner went well and I had an evening snack because again I was so hungry. I kept my last meal of the day before 7pm because that is what the plan says to do. I drank a ton of water and had 1 cup of black coffee and some tea.
Day 2 I woke up fine but then I had this crazy brain fog all day long where I was just so hungry that I really couldn’t focus on much other than when my next meal was going to be had. The thing with the Whole30 plan that I am not used to is eating 3 meals a day vs my usual 5-6 small meals per day. My body is definitely adjusting to the shift. Again I made it through the day with no cheats, I held strong and I am actually proud of myself for sticking with it.
Why have I not been tempted? I was ready to CHANGE. I was just sick and tired of being sick and tired all the time. My stomach was bloated, my energy level stunk, I had no drive or energy through the day and I knew I needed this change. I was ready mentally and physically. Although there is NEVER perfect timing and we are literally traveling every single weekend I just know that my body needs to be back 100% on track with my nutrition.
Day 3 I am STILL in a stinking FOG! Although, not quite as hungry as I was before I am still feeling a little out of it. I increased my portion sizes and I really focused on making sure that I drink enough water. I also found these RX bars which are really good and they are Whole30 approved. The RX bars are absolutely getting me through any intense cravings along the way.
Whole30 Travel Plan
Wednesday night I started prepping my travel snacks. The one thing I have learned through the course of my clean eating journey is that you can never rely on others for your healthy foods. So I am packing some staples to hold me over.
- Shakeology and my Hamilton Beach Mini Blender so I can mix up a quick meal at the hotel.
- RX bars when I need a snack and there is no healthy options
- Apples and almond butter packs
- Jicama sticks for some quick veggies
- Almonds that are unsalted and raw
Day 4 we are traveling! Yes, I am traveling and doing the Whole30 plan. My husband and I were up at 3 am and off to the airport. We were headed to California for a Super Star Diamond Retreat that I earned through Beachbody. I drank my Shakeology in the morning, I ate a salad when we got to the hotel, I had dinner that night at a restaurant and had salmon, roasted veggies, and a delicious side salad. I didn’t have wine or dessert and I was so stinking proud of myself for holding strong. Although I will say that the coconut truffles were a challenge to pass up. Gotta just keep my eye on the prize.
Salmon Salad
Matt and I also have committed to doing Max30 this month until the new program Core De Force comes out October 31st. When we got to the hotel we took our laptop to the gym and did Max30
Max30 Friday Fight
Friday Matt and I woke up got in our workout which ended up being a hike through the trails of the resort which of course was breathtaking.
Terranea Resort Hike
Friday we headed to Venice to a healthy Persian restaurant to meet a friend. I ate a salad and chicken kabobs and lots of water! SCORE, still on track!
Friday night was a little tough because most of the dinner had carbs or a cream sauce and cheese so I stuck to the Salmon and a side salad for dinner. I will say that I was just a tad bit hungry on Friday when I went to bed but even with the parties and other coaches there I still stuck to the game plan.
Saturday morning is day 6 and I am feeling pretty darn good! I’m surviving this travel and I am making good choices. Breakfast was egg whites, bacon and fresh fruit. We worked out with Autumn Calabrese this morning for a private preview of her newest Beachbody On Demand release of Cardio Core Fix.
Cardio Core Fix with Autumn Calabrese
I must say that is going to hurt tomorrow! That was a great workout!
Now here is where the struggle bus comes into play. I all of a sudden see every carb in sight and that is what I want to eat. Tortillas, black beans, brown rice and pastries. I have to will power myself through lunch, through the afternoon and then at dinner it was like 1 delicious pastry, bread or cream sauce after another. BRUTAL I must say!!!!
It wasn’t pretty but I survived and I might of been a little cranky in the process.
Let’s start the week 2 planning process!
Here is the game plan for the week! Food is simple, workout is Max30 and I am ready to be back home and crushing it!
Whole30 Week 2 Meal Plan
So far in week 2 I do not have any bloating, I have energy and I have truly been taking care of my body and getting enough sleep at night.
Stay tuned for the next week!!! Hopefully the cravings will go away!