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Dallas + Melissa

Strawberries, blueberries, a couple scrambled eggs (no milk added), some sausage, freshly baked and mashed sweet potatoes; throughout the rest of day, had a couple more eggs with sausage, then some homemade stir-fry with chicken breast, sweet peppers, carrots, and broccoli, all in canola oil.

I came to a realization this morning, although it started to occur to me yesterday. I’m 20 days in, and I’ve noticed a log of changes in how my body works and the way that it reacts to things, especially nutritionally. I have no doubt that I am much more insulin-sensitive, as well. Over the last few days, I’ve been lacking in fats, even more than usual, which says something. Although I had a decent PTP WOD this morning, I’m severely lacking in energy. I grew up on a farm, so I’m used to getting up really early. Even as an Army chaplain, I’m used to getting up early. So, my norm is to get up at 4am, take about 30 minutes to get used to the morning, then go to the gym. I am now under the impression that I’m going to have to start eating before I work out, though, which I haven’t done in many years.

Thanks!

Today was day number one and I survived it. Well survived makes it sound like it was hard but it wasn’t. Off to day number two.

I am going to suggest that my cross fit box embarks on this one as a group. Loads of people there seem to be asking for help a great deal lately.

I am loving the support I see on this blog.

Will be coming back that is for sure!

Carla, good luck and welcome!

DAY 13:

All is going very well but I need to hold down my consumption of nuts. Too easy when feeling the need to go for something. However, old behaviors take some time to change and making this leap of non-dairy, non-sugar, no-grain and non-processed food, is a big step in change… so I’ll be patient.

My husband and I very much enjoyed the spaghetti squash style spaghetti. I actually prefer it to noodles which was a huge surprise. Leftovers it was great too!

I do find that simply not allowing my mind to carry me into places is the answer to being successful. I mean.. why even GO THERE when I’ve already made a commitment to do this. It’s about getting over those feelings and moving on with something else.