Our wedding is quickly approaching--we only have about 2 months left to finish planning. Part of my plan is to be all toned up for my final dress fitting--so, I decided to take some action. I will continue with crossfit 3 times per week, fasted cardio 6-7 days per week, and continue to layer in some midday workouts. In addition, I am going to use Bikram yoga for a few of my fasted cardio workouts. I am still working on frequency method pushups and am up to 5 sets of 26 pushups per day. Next week, I will go to my first Bikram workout in close to a year, so I am really looking forward to getting back into that. Mark got me a pass at a charity auction for a month quite some time ago, now I have an opportunity to use it!
The last, and probably most important thing that I am going to focus on is getting the right nutrition. I am focusing on resetting my body through the Whole 30 program. Now, those who know me well know that I've been pretty focused on eating better since November. I usually cut carbs by 2PM and only indulge in a 12-24 hour "cheat day," Nonetheless, I want to see if eliminating sugar and dairy completely will improve some of the lingering stomach issues I've had over the last few years. It's worth a try for 30 days anyway! I'm also looking to gain improved energy levels for the lifting and cardio.
I'm certainly not going to document every day and everything that I consume because it isn't necessary and would be very tedious. However, I will do an overview of Day 1 and see where I stand by day 30. I did want to include what my day 1 looked like though just in case anyone else is considering the program. Several of my crossfit friends are also joining in so it will be nice to have moral support. Lifestyle changes are always easier when the people around you are supportive!
Day 1 of the Whole 30:
-1 Gallon + of water throughout the day
-Frequency pushups 5 X 26 throughout the day
-AM fasted cardio at 5:30AM (40 minutes elliptical)
-Breakfast at 7:00AM = Baked Egg & Sweet Potato nest with a slice of nitrate free, organic bacon cooked in a bit of coconut oil
-Snack around 9AM- Sea Snax
-Snack at 11:30AM- 1/2 serving roasted sage chicken & 1 serving of walnuts
-Boot Camp at 12:15-12:45
-Post workout "Bonus Meal" = Cherry Pie Larabar
-Lunch at 1:30PM = homemade tuna, apple, paleo mayo, walnut salad served over organic spinach
-Afternoon snack at 4:15PM (also my pre-workout meal) = serving of macadamia nuts & 1/2 serving of organic turkey slices
-Crossfit workout at 5:00PM (Press, chins, and conditioning)
-Post-workout "Bonus Meal" = serving of roasted golden beets & small slice of coconut, spinach, and mushroom quiche
-Dinner at 7:45PM = marinated organic chicken kabobs with cherry tomato, mushroom, and red pepper & boiled beet greens & avocado slices
-After dinner snack at 8:30PM = a few small pieces of roasted sage chicken
-Tea time at 10:00PM- Vanilla sleepytime herbal tea
The morning seemed a bit sparse on food, but after that, I felt like I had more than enough! I really enjoyed the egg/sweet potato nests--yum! The chicken kabobs for dinner were also delish.
So there you have it--one day on the Whole 30. Stay tuned to see what happens or better yet, try it out!
