Can we first talk about how the temperature is 0 degrees out right now? This is the second time this week that it’s been 0!! I can’t say I’m looking forward to heading outside at all today.

On Day 4 with the challenge (yesterday) I had some carb cravings. Around my morning snack time at 10:00am my body wanted carbs and lots of carbs. I was in a rush to go to teach a class but I quickly through a packet of plain instant oatmeal with almond milk in the microwave. I had a scoop of peanut butter (1 tsp)… and BAM my craving was satisfied. I was so close to grabbing a granola bar and heading out the door but I kept my challengers in mind and didn’t give in!

I felt so happy with my decision because my belly was satisfied and I felt great. I have realized that I love being part of a group. Whether its teaching a class or hosting a challenge.. when you have people supporting you and holding you accountable you don’t want to let them down!! I really truly believe that this group helped me make it to Day 5!!

The good news is that I won’t stop just because its Day 5! When I first tried the challenge a couple of weeks ago I felt so good that I continued, so I guess this is really my Day 16. I had a couple treats here and there (Valentine’s Day Lava cakes & Red Wine) and this challenged helped me learn that you can treat yourself… but NOT EVERY day.

Besides that I was pretty clean! Most of my meals were balanced like this.

After 5 days of clean eating, I weighed myself this morning (I technically should’ve waited until tomorrow but I won’t be posting tomorrow so I figured I would share today) I was down 1 lb. I wasn’t trying to lose more then a 1lb so I am happy with that. I also feel like my stomach is less bloated and more flat then before I began doing this and my energy was up all week. This has to do with a combination of diet and exercise. I have been busting my butt with workouts this week and it was worth it.

All in all it has been a great week and now it’s time for the weekend!! I missed Grey’s Anatomy last night so I’m keeping my fingers crossed I can find it on demand tonight and catch up.. don’t tell me what happened.

I’m sure there’s other fun things I will do this weekend besides watch a TV episode but I have nothing set in stone which is pretty awesome. I am keeping my fingers crossed that there’s NO snow in the forecast!

Have a great weekend!

Do you ever have random cravings for carbs or protein, etc?

Have you ever set a goal or participated in a challenge but you weren’t focused or mentally committed?

]]> http://thefitskool.com/?feed=rss2&p=5691 2 http://thefitskool.com/?p=5588 http://thefitskool.com/?p=5588#comments Fri, 13 Feb 2015 13:00:15 +0000 http://thefitskool.com/?p=5588 Continue reading →]]> Happy Fridayyyyyy the 13th!

I am so not superstitious, there’s actually something exciting about Friday the 13th but I guess secretly I hope nothing bad happens.

Tonight Marc and I are heading out to Blackstone Steakhouse to celebrate Valentine’s Day. After numerous dinner dates on the actual Valentine’s Day, Marc and I started a new trend celebrating on a different night. It’s WAY less crowded and it’s more enjoyable for us! Plus then we get to celebrate at home again on the real V-day with Ava. Apparently we have a mini snow storm coming Saturday night so it was well played on our part

I’m not a big box of chocolates gal, I would rather eat a chocolate covered strawberry or some chocolate mousse! I sure hope they have either one of those treats tonight!

I could go on and on about chocolate, Valentine’s day brownies & cookies (because they are so good) but I won’t because on Monday I will be hosting my FREE 5-Day Clean & Healthy Eating Challenge.

I already have 53 people in my challenge group which is mind blowing to me.  It’s not too late to join so feel free to email me and I can give you more info: KGFitnessLLC@gmail.com

I can’t really express how excited I am to help this group of people. This is my first challenge as a coach and I am thrilled to have a big group to support and hold accountable!

I sometimes I wish I had more hours in the day to personal train clients or help people lose weight. There’s just not enough time in the day to do it all!! This challenge has made me realize I can help MORE people all at once

I wanted to share MY Experiences during my first 5-day Clean Eating Challenge

When I did my first round of clean eating:

DAY 1 was HARD. I was hungry, I didn’t have all my measuring down, and I didn’t drink enough water.

DAY 2 I started my day right with 2 cups of water, and 1 cup of coffee, plus a big breakfast. I already felt a difference and I wasn’t as hungry throughout the morning.

(Oatmeal w/ almond milk & cinnamon plus 1 egg & 1 cup egg whites with mushrooms… I was stuffed)

DAY 3 I was on point and I ate 5 small meals at almost exactly 3 hours apart, I had my Shakeology which has helped keep me full post workout (you can have a protein shake instead)

DAY 4 I felt less bloated and I didn’t have to think about what I was going to eat for my meals as much. Big Salads mid afternoon helped keep me full until dinner.

DAY 5 This was my favorite day because my clean eating came natural and I felt a difference in my stomach. That was all the motivation I needed to keep going! Today is actually my DAY 10 I didn’t stop my clean eating this plan has worked for me. I did have some snack swaps to treat myself on the days I had extra workouts to teach, but I’m still going strong! If you put your mind to anything you can do it!!

I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine’s Day with your loved ones!

What are you doing to celebrate Valentine’s Day?

Are you mentally 100% ready and “in it” for the challenge?