Day 5 - 24 Day Challenge.

Day 5 - 138.4 (down from 142 on day 1 - very exciting)

Today has proved to be a challenge thus far. My sweet sister in law is in town for job interviews in D.C. and it was my task to get to and fro so that meant having to pack my food and plan my meals very carefully.

I almost missed breakfast but I was insistent with myself to eat! So I made it through that hurdle. Brought a snack for the road and my water. Picked my sis up around 1:30 and we got home to a near Potbelly to eat!

So here is what I have had thus far today:

Meal 1 8:00 am	2 pieces of toast
	4 egg white (3 egg whites, 1 yolk)
	strawberries
Meal 2 11:00 am	(see meal 3)
	small apple
Meal 3 2:00 pm	Turkey (Potbelly w/ L,T,O & light mayo)
	(see above)

My sis wants to workout with me so we are going to go to the gym around 5:00 - 6:30. I plan on doing 45 min cardio (2o minutes treadmill, 20 minutes bike) Followed by weight training circuit... I found this great one on Women's Health Magazine Website to bust through a plateau - which I talked about being at the "138 plateau" yesterday - lets hope this kicks it's butt!



My eating plan for the rest of the day:

Meal 4 4:30 pm	4 oz. chicken
	1/4 c brown rice
	asparagus
Meal 5 7:00 pm	10 oz. Tilapia
	spinach
Meal 6	(see meal 5)

Day 1 - 24 Day Chellenge

Monday April 9, 2012	Day 1
Weight*	142 lbs.
Body Fat Percentage	27.0 %
BMI (optional)	24.9 in.
Chest	34 in.
Tricep*	10.5 in.
Waist	27.5 in
Buttox	38 in.
Thigh*	20 in.
Calf*	10 in.

*Measurements & Weight taken first thing in the morning. Thigh, Calf & Tricep measurements all done "half way" between joints (i.e. ankle to knee, knee to hip, elbow to shoulder).

To measure my BF% and BMI I used this Omron Fat Loss Monitor - This is very useful during weight loss because you want to be able to determine if you are losing FAT. That is the problem I have had in the past. Last year I lost 20 lbs but I did not build the lean muscle I wanted and I did not burn enough fat off my body which caused me to gain 10-12 lbs of it back.



I started this entry with all my measurements & weight information. Oy! It is hard to post but I want to help and inspire whoever I can so I am being transparent here. You can read more about the details of the challenge here : http://housewifewithalife.blogspot.com/2012/04/24-day-challenge.html - It tells you about the cleanse and some of the products.

I have to say eating this way (see below) isn't foreign to me. This is a very "clean" way of eating and how I typically eat and cook - however there is far more protein, and the supplements are something I have never done. The Fiber drink this morning tasted fine but it was very thick and hard to stomach - I held my nose and downed it as quickly as I could. I also have added the OmegaPlex (omega3 supplements) into my routine.

This program uses Advocare products to in addition to diet and exercise. Currently in Days 1 - 10 I am using a Cleanse and also beginning to take an Omega - 3 vitamin.

For more about this Challenge check out Lisa Reed Fitness : http://www.lisareedfitness.com/index.html

Meal Plan/ Food Log:

Meal 1 (9:30am)	1/2c.oatmeal
	4 egg white
	1/2 Grapefruit
Meal 2 (12:00 am)	1/2 c Greek Yogurt
	1/2 Grapefruit
Meal 3 (2:00 pm)	4 oz. chicken
	1/2 c quinoa
Meal 4 (5:00 pm)	5 oz fish
	1/4 c brown rice
	asparagus
Meal 5 ( 7:00 pm)	4 oz. Chicken
	spinach
Meal 6 (3:00 pm)	4 oz. Chicken

Day One Meal One

24 day Challenge.

So my gratitude blog has fallen a little short. But that's okay! This year has been busy and wonderful in so many ways! Life with the hubby and the pup are going really well. In order to get fit pre getting pregnant (that coming soon this year) - I am taking on a 24 day Challenge. I am going to try to keep a food long and journal using this wonderful blog I have created. I will also post photos of my journey.

Here is what I am doing from Lisa Reed Fitness:

"YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE IN THE DMV! You can live anywhere and still participate! LRF clients have lost up to 15 pounds while on the 24 Day Challenge! LRF clients Christine from VA lost 13 pounds, Lisa from IL lost 7 pounds, Todd from DC lost 16 pounds! Heather lost 22 pounds! Now, it is YOUR turn!

What does the The 24 Day Advocare Bundle & LRF Program Include?

Days 1-10 Cleanse Phase: The first ten days are about cleansing your body of toxins and preparing for optimal nutrient absorption, and you may enjoy weight loss as well! Includes a Fiber drink, Omega Fatty Acids, Probotics and Spark energy & appetite fat burning drink. Days 11-24 Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max Phase. Gives your body the best tools you need to achieve your next weight management goals. (I lost 5 pounds during this phase!!!) Assits in weight management, appetite control and overall wellness! In addition, you will receive a box of Meal Replacement Shakes with your choice of chocolate, vanilla, or berry: Complete nutrition in a great-tasting shake! Plus more Spark! LRF will also provide a Nutrition & Exercise Guide!!!

To get started on losing weight, feeling and looking great, click here: Advocare or go to www.lisareedfitness.com and click on Advocare (bottom left corner), go to products then Trim to order 24 Day Challenge Bundle-selecting MNS3 with your choice shake flavor= $185 plus shipping. It takes four days to receive products. I will provide detailed instructions when order is confirmed & provide you with an LRF Nutrition & Exercise Guide! Wahoo! Contest begins asap and last day to order for the LRF contest is April 7th. Share it and Forward to a friend!

Any questions, please email me Lisa@lisareedfitness.com"

Me last August, Red Headed and in good shape. Hope to get back to this & BEYOND.

I begin my 24 day challenge on Friday or Saturday depending on when my Advocare products get here! So excited!