We thought it would be the perfect time to test out the 3 Day Refresh from Beachbody!
SO what is this thing? It's basically a 3 Day detox using protein shakes, fiber drinks and some fruits, veggies and healthy fats. And LOTS of water. LOTSSSSS of Water.
Things I took away from this:
1. Eliminating allergens from my diet showed me that my tummy issues are probably diet related. My stomach hasn't felt this good in over 7 years! Now for the process of re-introducing dairy, eggs and wheat and trying to discover what I need to steer clear of.
2. I wasn't starving! I fully expected to be super hungry through this process, but I really wasn't. I got hungry the third day in the afternoon, but hey, I was almost done by then:)
3. I won't ever be vegan. I love food. I love flavor. I love to eat. After three days, I was excited to eat normally again-to enjoy real, whole foods again. I missed them!
4. I was really thirsty. Which is weird because I was drinking a ton of water. This proves to me the product truly does detox you: clean water in, crap out. No pun intended;-)
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5. Eating clean is 100% mental. I actually LIKED my veggies during this challenge. I actually WANT more veggies now. Not that I don't want other things too, but this made me realize that the flavors of healthy whole foods have been duller to me because I haven't been eating as "clean" as I believed I was.
BOTTOM LINE;
It was an awesome exercise of mental focus on clean eating and discipline. I feel better than ever. I will do this probably 2-3 times a year just to reset my body to be able to absorb and use all the nutrients I consume efficiently. I can also see how this would be a great way for someone to jump start weight loss (See my husband's results below).
What NOT to do:
I'm just going to be straight up with you: IF you are trying to gain muscle or don't have any weight to lose, DO NOT DO INTENSE EXERCISE DURING 3 DAY REFRESH. It says it in the guide, I know. But I am not a good listener or rule-follower. I always learn my lessons the hard way:-/ So please heed my warning: they guide is the way to go! I exercised at my normal intensity or even higher all 3 days, and I am fairly sure all the hard work I have done to put on leg mass in the last 6 weeks just went down the toilet...literally.
Okay, so here's what you've been waiting for. These pictures are 100% authentic. They are not edited or set up in any way.
Lee's Results:
Lost 3.6 pounds
Lost 1.5 inches total
Zoe's Results:
Lost 0.75 inches
Lost 2.4 pounds
and about 5% body fat (by the scale which is NOT necessarily accurate)
If you want to look great in a party outfit, heal your tummy troubles, cleanse your body or just jump start your weight loss, you can click here to order. Enjoy!
