Yesterday marked two weeks on Phase 1 of the Gundry Diet, and although I did not meet my goal of losing 10 pounds, I think I did a great job. I weighed in at 243.6 pounds, which is the lowest number I have seen on that damn scale in at least a year. Losing a little over 5 pounds in two weeks might not seem like much to some, but it's really big for me because it was SO INCREDIBLY EASY. I didnt have to track anything, I didn't have to do hours and hours of cardio, I never once felt deprived or overly hungry. Yes, I had cravings for bread and sweets in the beginning and I still feel those cravings now and again. But it was nothing I couldn't deal with and I have tons of other things I can snack on that won't throw me off the diet. Diet? Is this a diet? It doesn't feel like it. When I think of a diet, I think of a way of eating that one does to lose weight. Once they lose that weight, they stop. I don't think I'll ever stop with this. Besides maybe the occasional cheat meal or sweet treat, I don't think I will ever eat carbs or sugar again. I feel so much better about myself today than I did one month ago. Times a hundred. Times a fucking billion. My spirit is high, I am more focused on my goals, I have more energy. I feel like a different person. Oy, I have such a long way to go but today, at this moment, it doesn't look like that far of a journey.
In his book, Dr. Gundry says that one should stay in Phase 1 of the diet until they have reached their goal weight. At first, I was really intimidated by this diet and told myself I would stay in Phase 1 for only four weeks before moving on to Phase 2 (which includes adding a small amount of fruit, legumes, and whole grains to the diet). However, after being on Phase 1 for the last couple of weeks I don't really see the need to move on to Phase 2 just yet. Buuuuut, I am going to be making a few slight changes.
I am adding avocado and tomato to my diet. I am also adding a small amount of cream as well. I did like the soy creamer that I've been putting in my coffee in the morning, but I really miss my Coffeemate creamer.
It's something that I really enjoy in the morning and, I don't know, I kinda don't want to give it up. I get the sugar free variety, and I know it's basically Frankenmilk but...I'M JUST NOT READY TO GIVE IT UP.
Also, I am working out. That's a no-no on Phase 1 for some reason. Listen, if I'm going to stay in Phase 1 for a prolonged period, I need to exercise. Not exercising just doesn't make sense to me. Sorry, Dr. Gundry.
Besides those small tweaks, I am still going to follow the guidelines of Phase 1. Leaner protein, lots of non-starchy veggies, and healthy fats. You know what? Phase 1 of the Gundry diet is your basic low carb, high protein diet. I read somewhere that "low carb diets" are vague because there isn't much guideline on how many carbs you should be eating a day. I kinda get that. Sometimes I wonder if maybe i'm eating too many carbs with all the veggies and some of the dairy I'm eating. I also wonder if i'm eating too much fat. I've read and re-read Dr. Gundry's book and he never talks about specific numbers. So I guess I shouldn't be worried about it either.
I am focusing on leaner protein, lots of veggies, a healthy amount of fats, lots of water, and a good workout routine.
Oh, which reminds me. This is workout routine I found by simply googling "free beginner workout plans". I think it's perfect for me and my schedule and I can't wait to see the results.
I can't wait for you guys to see them either! I am hoping my first Transformation Tuesday picture will happen this Spring :)
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