A few weeks ago I mentioned that I was going to take the Paleo challenge to see if I could get my arms looking more any thing like Jada’s. I did the Paleo diet for two full weeks and lost four pounds while doing it. I didn’t eat dairy or carbs, or anything unnatural and avoided sugars. At first, I did really good with the plan and followed the rules. The first few days were challenging only because I was so used to eating carbs (usually complex carbs) with each meal that I had to get a little creative to fill that spot on my plate. I felt hungry even though I had a plateful of good food. After looking up some great carb replacements, and taking a trip to the grocery store, I found that I was all set and ready to go for each meal.
Once I figured out the replacements, the diet was actually not has hard as I thought it would be. I replaced rice or pasta with spinach or finely chopped cauliflower simmered in chicken broth (soooo good!). Even while eating out, I found there were always Paleo friendly options on a menu. So why did I stop after two weeks? Not really sure. One day I had a craving for a whole wheat bagel with my egg-white omelette. I caved to my craving and took a few bites here and there. Before I knew it, I ate half of the bagel and I didn’t combust into a puff of cellulite smoke. Few days later, I had a few spoons of rice with my meal, then a few days later I ordered a skinny cappuccino at Starbucks. It tasted soooo good and creamy I was in heaven. I couldn’t figure out I was depriving myself of such goodness. The occaisional tall cappuccino, no whip, skim milk, with a dash of cinnamon, and two splenda never hurt anybody. Right? I sure felt that way until I saw Jada on the View and instantly hated myself for quitting. (QUITTER!)
I had to snap out of beating myself up and remind myself that I was already on the right path. Even though I didn’t stick this diet out the entire 30 days (what is 30 days anyhow?), I now know that I can eat less carbs and still enjoy a meal. Also, eating more natural foods has given me a good burst of energy. I think that overall, if I want my arms to look anything like Jada’s I have to do more push ups, more bicep curls, and also, eat healthy, well rounded meals and be patient with results. I don’t even know if Jada eats carbs or not but working out and fitness is not rocket science. Stick to a healthy meal plan, a good fitness routine, and be consistent in whatever you do.
I also know that strict diet plans are not for me. But I love to work out. What I need is a consistent work out plan. A few years ago I consistently did power yoga three to five times a week (while eating all the healthy carbs I wanted) and I was eight pounds lighter than I am now. I think I’m going to go back to that plan and enjoy my occasional cappuccino and bagel in the process!
Do you have a diet plan that works for you? If so, please share!
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