I
had a lot going on and never did get this posted, but I want to move on to a
series on my Philly trip, so before I do that, here are the final numbers from
my 1st Advocare 24 Day Challenge......
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| Still have work to do, but it's a start. |
Final
#s lost: 8
I also
forgot to take about a week’s worth of supplements which is HUGE. If I had
taken them, I gaurentee I would have been in the 10-12lb range. As it is, I am
saving them for after my next cleanse phase in May/June.
Final
inches lost: no clue,
Wayne
never did measure again for me. Noticeable amount though.
I can
comfortably wear my jeans and I can get into my dress pants again….I’m not
going to say those were ever or will ever be comfortable….they’re Dress Pants!!!
Did I
think it was “worth it”?
The
question I have been asked so many times along with
“did it work”?
These
questions go hand in hand….obviously it worked. I lost weight, inches and
clothes sizes. I also had my cravings reset and formed new habits. I had more
energy and felt less BLAH. This is exactly what I went into it for.
Examples:
I had
a sluggish period mid morning and mid afternoon where I was just lethargic,
groggy and unfocused. I also was ready to go to bed by 8:30 every night. When
doing the challenge, I overcame the sluggish periods and was able to go longer
through the day and get more done. It’s been a month since taking the
supplements and I can feel myself slipping back to where I was energy wise. I
finally ordered and received some spark and can’t wait to get back to drinking
it every day.
I used
to drink tons of milk a day, a pop a day, and craved things like chocolate,
cream cheese products and comfort foods high in carbs and fat. Now I rarely
drink milk (I get enough calcium), I don’t have to have comfort foods every meal
and actually crave raw veggies and instead of chocolate, fruit for my sweet
tooth.
I have
been working for over a year to get back to running instead of walking. On the
challenge I started a running regiment that works for me. It was the push I was
looking for. I’m working up to running longer and farther verse walking parts.
It feels amazing and has been a long time coming.
I have
been approached with many weight loss solutions and diet plans. I have tried a
few throughout my pregnancies and after. I also struggle with diabetes and
polycystic ovary syndrome, which are a deadly combination for a hell of a
battle with weight, especially around the middle. Many are restrictive, don’t
allow for the protein I need to maintain my blood sugar and most leave my
feeling starved and unsatisfied. I can honestly say, any time you try any of
these, that will likely happen for a few days but if you can make it through
those days with Advocare, it provides you with a portion guide and suggested
food list that is not terribly restrictive and meets dietary needs. 
It was
also not terribly exspensive. I’ve seen quite a few 10 day challenges or
cleanses or whatever name they claim, which are far more pricey and more
restrictive. I am not one who will ever entirely replace a meal with a
beverage. I like my food, I need my food, I WANT my food. I can rock the right
foods and the right portions, but I have to have food. The 24 days were less
expensive than I’ve seen many 10 day challenges as well. I was able to purchase
a 24 Day Challenge, an additional 10 day cleanse and a huge canister of Spark
for less than what a friend paid for her 10 day challenge with another product
that she could not finish because it was nearly all drinks no food. So, yes,
again, I feel like this was the best option out there. 
Now
to stop sounding like an infomercial testimonial, I will quit trying to sell
you on this product line. That’s not my intension here anyway. I am just
sharing my story to hold myself accountable.
( I kind of like my storyJ )
