30 Day Paleo Challenge

Shoot! I just saw this. It's the 26th here and I had a whole wheat pancake with syrup already.  Restart, k? I swear, I'm a sucker for these challenges. Let's hope I can stick to this one.

I still have a jar of coconut oil from that last time I tried this. I lasted a whole 3 days, I think, LOL!

Yeah, bring on the dudes!  

Ok, after today's feeding frenzy I am so looking forward to tomorrow.  I did get in a 12 mile run so I don't feel toooooo guilty, but still.  Enough!  Can't wait for clean clean clean eating this week and feeling better.  I'm hoping by Friday the little belly I've developed is gone! 

Yay! Another challenge with my friend Blanda!

Ok, just weighed myself and the damage is not too bad--or at least not as bad as I feared. I'm up 4.5 pounds, which on my 5'0" frame is quite a bit. I could feel that I was on the 'high' end of my weight spectrum.  The good news is that I know most of the weight gain is salt/sugar/fat bloat and usually when I get clean again, I drop it pretty quickly.  I am going to weigh in on day 15 of the challenge and then day 30...I shall reveal the numbers at that time!  A little intrigue for you all!  

Woke up late today so I haven't eaten yet and won't until after a workout...prefer to do so on an empty stomach.   

Good luck and let's do this!

Day 1, 10:30 AM

So far, so good!  Ha!  That's not saying much considering it's been just a few hours, but I actually feel good knowing that I'm doing this.  I'm still away from home at my parents' place until tomorrow afternoon.  Their kitchen is full of cookies, fudge, biscotti, dark chocolate, etc... However, I am happy to say I want none of it.

Breakfast this morning was an egg scramble with mushrooms & broccoli and a banana. I cooked the scramble with coconut oil.  It was delicious.  I haven't figured out what lunch will be yet, but luckily their fridge is stocked with tons of veggies and left over turkey from last night's dinner.   I'm making dinner for the family tonight.  I'll post about that later.

A couple days ago, I started reading Robb Wolf's book  The Paleo Solution.  It is an excellent resource, and easy read.  I've also been listening to his podcast.  While he's somewhat pompous in his delivery, he does give a ton of great information.  I highly recommend both.

Have a great day!

Kudos to you for getting this started even though your are still away from home...that is tough.  Thanks so much for starting this challenge.  If you hadn't, I know I would've rationalized not starting until Tuesday, Jan. 2 when I go back to work.  I'm so happy to have a jump start!

We still have cookies, candy everywhere as well...I'm not gonna lie, I do want it...but I know in a few days I won't.  

I'm going to see if I can get that book on my Nook.  I currently have Paleo for Athletes...found it to be a terrific source of info as well.  I'll have to check out the podcast.

Off to take the doggies for a walk though the desert!  Can't wait to hear what you're cooking for your family!

I am craving the sugar!  I am not posting pics, but my weight is at 152, which for me at 5'4" is about 17 pounds over race weight.    I am worn out from Christmas day, kids waking me up at 4AM, this morning I had to get up at 3:30AM to get my parents to the airport for there 5:30AM flight (sometimes its better to pay extra for flights)...the bottom line is no workout today, took a nap instead.

Dinner to come, but so far

- Protein bar

- Egg veggie omelet with some cheese, some bacon

- Tuna Salad sandwich (did have some wheat bread)

- Dinner is TBD...

So...here we go.

Hi, all!

So, I weighed in this morning (won't do pictures) and I'm at 142.8, which is about 3 pounds more than my lowest since I've started these weight and body comp challenges. I have to say, if not for these challenges, I would have gained a solid 10 lbs like I usually do over the holidays!

I like that I woke up this morning and didn't feel bloated. Groceries are low because we've been eating out for the last week, ai! I threw together a green bean and tuna salad with garlic, green onions, coconut oil, and some salt/pepper. Having my 1 cup of black coffee. Gotta have my one cup or I get a headache. I'll even drink it black if I have to, which I am.

Here's a to a positive start to a new year!

Day one done for me...it feels so good to be heading to bed without feeling stuffed or sugardrunk!

Blanda...same here, usually I'm up a good 7-10 lbs over the holidays, so the fact that it was only 4.5 was a happy surprise. I too credit these challenges!

Onward and upward!

Chris, have a safe trip!

Kim: So glad I'm not alone! Every year without fail I gain. Luckily last year I was training for a full marathon and was at least able to keep my fitness, but I sure ate well to make up for any burn. OI! I'm all of 5'1", so every pound gained shows on me. BOOOO!

Kansasmom/Felicia: How close are you to the Paleo diet and how are you doing? I can do without rice and noodles most of the time, but I'd love a serving of Pad Thai once in a while! As a matter of fact, meeting with the BFF and her family tomorrow for pizza and Thai. Struggling on the no rice and noodles, though I can do alright with the Panang and meat dishes. I just hate talking about my eating habits with her husband who has a negative comment about all my health related activities.

I told my husband, who has health issues, that he's eating Paleo style at home, and that he should make an effort at work to do so. He's got high blood pressure. Dangerous kind. I told him that for 30 days we're going to give it a try to see if he feels better. He's one of those guys that was skinny all his life so ate however he pleased. It's caught up with him. His bad health doesn't show much beyond his 40+ year old body's gut, but his BP is telling and landed him in hospital. We'll see how this helps the two of us in the end.

Tonight I bbq'd some chicken, steamed green beans, and made an awesome yam mash with coconut milk. Stocked up on eggs, got some spinach and sausages for a quiche tomorrow morning. I'm not a big fan of eggs so I need to drown the taste out as much as possible.

I've dug through the fridge for leftover meats before morning races. I'll wolf down a piece of bbq'd steak or chicken before a run to make sure I'm not hungry, and to gum up the works so I won't feel the need to make a pit stop in process. Of course, if I have time, this is in addition to my mandatory cup of coffee.