The reason I decided to do a third round is because I was just looking for something to jump start myself in the process of getting back on track. A terrible appetite during pregnancy plus a horrible sweet tooth from nursing meant I wasn't nourishing my body the way I needed to. I knew that Whole30 was just what I needed.
So here I am, the day after finishing round three. I honestly feel amazing. I feel the best I have in months. This program is something I take seriously because of how well it works and what a difference it makes in all areas of my life. I wanted to share with you my results.
Physical:
-down 13lbs
-12 inches lost
-improved under eye circles
-healthy looking skin
- a more energized appearance
-no bloating
-more defined muscle tone
-less knee/hip pain
**While not my skin, my son's skin (I'm breastfeeding) also improved drastically!
Mood:
-Less stressed
-Happier
-Fewer sugar cravings
-Less reliance on the scale
-Feeling in control of my food
Food Behaviors:
-Practicing mindful eating
-Not using food as reward/punishment/comfort
Energy:
-Energy levels are even
- More productive during the day
-No mid-day slump
Exercise:
-Increased consistency
- Exercising longer/harder
- Improved pace
Lifestyle:
-More knowledgeable about nutrition
-Other health goals created
-Others come to me for health/nutrition advice
That's a pretty long list, huh? I love that it's not just about weight/inches lost. When I say it changed my life, I'm not exaggerating. I'm a completely different person from who I was before I started my first round. I'm grateful for that.
So what are my plans now? Well, I'm going to stick as close to Paleo as possible. I know now that's how I function best. I am planning on staying away from dairy for the most part (I have a few exceptions) as well as gluten. I will be limiting but not eliminating non gluten grains and legumes because they just don't make me feel my best. I don't think deprivation is a good thing but it's easy for me to get carried away with sugar, so I have a few rules for myself. First I evaluate why I want something--- emotions? Hunger? Just because it's there? If I feel like it's worth eating, I make sure it's the BEST version. It's gotta be worth it. I'm not going to waste my time eating crap cookies or ice cream or whatever. I also know it can't come into my house because I have a hard time putting the brakes on. As for alcohol, I'm still going to enjoy a glass of wine now and then 😉
Is this plan concrete? Nope. It will change and expand and change again overtime. But it's in place to help me continue to be successful.
Now I'll raise my mug of bulletproof coffee and say cheers to another successful Whole30!
PS if you're even THINKING about doing a Whole30, please give it a shot! You won't regret it.
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