Many of you on the 6 Week Training Camp have been feeling tired and hungry. This is understandable as there is a good chance you have changed the way you are eating this week and let’s face it – it’s hard to stick to a meal plan. This week is also designed to help you detox so you may be feeling the effect of your body releasing toxins and processing them. Here are some tips to help you get through week number 1 and beyond.
Don’t skimp on the vege. Is easy to focus on the protein and not give enough attention to the vege. If the plan says to have 2-3 cups of vegetables have 3 full cups. The fibre will help to fill you up and supports the body as it removes toxins from your body. If you are still finding yourself hungry add more non-starchy vege (see p35 of your Training Camp Guide)
Each individual is different. If you are particularly hungry or lack energy you may need to up your intake of complex carbs. See p37 & 35 of your Training Camp Guide for details.
Eat the snacks. The program has been designed to include the snacks. They provide protein, fats and carb to ensure your blood sugar levels don’t go crashing through the floor.
and on that note – try not to leave more than 3 hours between eating.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate – with water (still or sparkling) and herbal teas. The fluid will help to give you a feeling of fullness and support your body in its detox. Try a glass of water pre and post meals and herbal tea between meals.
Embrace the fats. Fat is satiating – it makes you feel full and as an added bonus gives food flavour and ensures you are absorbing fat-soluble vitamins. If a recipe calls for fat use the fat. Avocado, olive oil, coconut oil nuts and nut butter are all your friend.
If all else fails distraction can also work. This week is about detox and to achieve this you have removed things from your diet. To compensate for this give yourself permission to treat yourself in some non-food ways. A massage, pedicure, taking time out to meditate, read a book or get some extra sleep. Be kind to yourself.
I hope this helps. Remember to keep your eyes on the prize and focus on how good you are going to be feeling very soon if not already. Stay tuned for more tips for Week 2.
