Day 24!!!!!!!!

Congratulations! You made it to the 24th day, I would recommend continuing to track your calories for at least 6 months.
Remember to cleanse again in 2-3 months if you feel the need. I will send you all an email as a reminder and you are welcome to participate in our 24 day challenge group again at that time if you wish. You will notice that in 4-6 weeks your eating habits will begin to slip. The cleanse needs to be something you do every 3 months, it will re-focus you and also be like an oil change for your body.

I am here for all of you and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Also, any referrals you have for our next 24 day challenge would be very appreciated. We are having our first meeting on Tuesday, May 3rd, at 7pm for the next challenge. Tell whoever you think would benefit to come to the meeting.

If you have not completed the survey please click here and complete it. We want to hear your feedback!

One more thing, if you would like to order more products you can go to www.twcadvocare.comand order products. If you are interested in signing up as a distributor so that you can get a 20% discount on your products contact me and I will show you how to set that up.

One more time I want to say how impressed I was with all of you, your commitment to this program was incredible. I hope that all of you to continue pursuing the goals we discussed at the first meeting. Continue to make your health a priority, it will pay you ten fold down the road and give you a more quality of life.

"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it true. You may have to work for it, however."
-Richard Bach

Day 23

This program is to help you continue with what you have accomplished in these 24 days. Feel free to ask a question you have or make a comment if you like.

Please take our survey if you have not already -Click here to take our survey.

"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live."
-Jim Rohn

Day 22

Our last weekend on this challenge is about to begin, you have all done so great, remember that this challenge is over Sunday but the journey continues. Many of you have seen INCREDIBLE results, I would love for you to share those results on the post over the final days.

I just want to let all of you know that I am very proud of all of you.

Please take our 24 Day Challenge Survey - Click here to take survey



I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.
Psalm 32:8

Day 21

I wanted to share a little poem with all of you I received from an email list I am on:

I've Decided I'm Doing This for Me

I'm doing this for me. Not for those who called me too fat to be pretty.
Not for the snooty vendors who look down on me when I try on dresses.
Not for those who say "Too bad, she has a pretty face".
Not to make my parents happy.
Not to fit in to a stereotypical idea of beauty.

I'm doing this to get healthy.
To show myself that I can.
To be a strong woman: I can be athletic. I can be beautiful.
I want to feel good in my own skin.
I want to find MYSELF beautiful.
I want to look in my mirror and smile.

I don't want to think "What if I felt good in my skin ..." anymore.
I don't want to look at a beautiful dress and think "Too bad..."
I don't want to think of myself in disgust. My body and I deserve better than that.
I don't want to mistreat my body. It's not my own little garbage can.
I don't want to devalue my health.
I do not want to binge and purge, binge and purge.
I do not want to punish myself anymore.

I'm going to do this, slowly but surely.

And it has made all the difference.

If you have not filled out the survey please do so today, I would really appreciate it - Click here to take survey


"Achievement seems to be connected with action.
Successful men and women keep moving.
They make mistakes, but they don't quit."

Mia said...
I need to shake up the plateau I'm on weight wise. It's creeped on with age and I can't shake 20lbs. Hoping this will help!

Day 20

Please take this short 24 day challenge survey -Click here to take the survey.

Here is the article that explains the "zone blocks" I spoke about at the last meeting - http://library.crossfit.com/free/pdf/cfjissue21_May04.pdf

It was great to see all of you at the final meeting, you have all really committed yourselves to this program. Now it is time to set your goal for the next 60 days. You should write your goals somewhere that you will see them often and read them daily. Have a plan for the next 60 days, just like we discussed at the meeting.

I made this salad that is like the "nutty mixed up salad" from Jason's Deli but better in calories and percentages. It is a little high on carbs but WAY better than Jason's Deli version that has twice the carbs and 1.5 times the calories. Make adjustments according to your needs:


Here is a delicious salad I make that includes:
-2 tbsp dried cranberries
-10 sliced grapes
-2 tbsp of walnuts
-4 cups of romaine lettuce
-4 tbsp of maple grove strawberry balsamic
-1/2 sliced green apple
-6 oz. grilled chicken - sliced
Total Calories= 552
Fat-13
Carbs- 67
Protein - 41

*no need to post your food anymore, you all know what you should be doing. But I do want you to post any questions you have about zone "blocks" or any nutrition questions.

"The greatest wealth is health."
-Virgil

Callie said...
I'm doing this challenge to eat healthier and hopefully keep it that way...here goes day one!

Day 19

FINAL MEETING TONIGHT at 7pm at the TWC Studio. I am looking forward to seeing everyone tonight at the last meeting. After this meeting you are all on your own, if you have any final questions bring them tonight.

We will discuss "zone blocks" and a plan to help you continue this healthy lifestyle change. Bring a notepad and pen because I will want you all to take notes tonight.

Please take this short 24 day challenge survey -Click here to take the survey.

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages (EITHER PER MEAL OR PER DAY)

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

"Life is not merely to be alive, but to be well."
-Marcus Valerius Martial

Tinkus Maximus said...
My goals are to get to below 200 for the 2nd time in my life. It would be nice to see those abs!

Day 18

This is the final week of the challenge, let's see if we can get 100% of you to post again! Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 11th, will be our final meeting so make sure you come! The meeting will begin promptly at 7pm.

Most of you have made HUGE lifestyle changes, this is the point in the program where you must embrace this change and keep it going. Bring any questions you may still have to the meeting, after this you will be on your own!

Please take this short 24 day challenge survey -Click here to take the survey.

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages (EITHER PER MEAL OR PER DAY)

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

"Getting my lifelong weight struggle under control has come from a process of treating myself as well as I treat others in every way."
-Oprah Winfrey

Bryce said...
To learn to eat right and drop down to a better running weight. Need to learn how to manage my eating on the weekends

Day 17

Anything is possible if you COMMIT yourself to doing what you need to do.

Let's keep it up team, I know the weekend is always a challenge but you have all done so well on this challenge so far. We have one more meeting on Tuesday and then you are on your own. This group has done an amazing job with the 24 day challenge program. Let's finish it strong!

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages (EITHER PER MEAL OR PER DAY)

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

"Health is not valued till sickness comes."
-Dr. Thomas Fuller

Zach said...
I enjoy challenging myself with new and difficult things, and I would like to try and get a six pack (hope I'm not just dreaming on this one).

Day 16

The weekend is HERE, let's keep the 24 day challenge on the top of our minds and not be tempted by things that we set out not to do during these 24 days. Go back and read the reason WHY you signed up for this program.

YOU ARE ALL DOING GREAT!

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages (EITHER PER MEAL OR PER DAY)

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

"Happiness is an attitude. We either make ourselves miserable, or happy and strong. The amount of work is the same."
- Francesca Reigler

Nathalie-Claire said...
I certainly could lose 10-15 lbs but I really want to do this so I learn to eat more consistently (most days I eat one meal a day) and better. I always feel tired and that's probably because I don't eat properly and don't drink enough water. My goal is to learn to be kinder to my body and get into the lifelong habit of good healthy eating.

Day 15

Checkout this delicious dinner that Alicia and I had two nights ago. It is grilled chicken tenders, asparagus with olive oil and sauteed sweet onions.....perfectly balanced and YUMMY!

Remember the weekend is almost here and you should all be planning how you are going to get around obstacles. Continue to post and continue to do your best, that is all I ask.

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise

*Catalyst - 3 capsules 10-15 minutes before exercise AND anytime you are on an empty stomach for a long period of time - good to have first thing in the morning with probiotic - up to 9 pills per day

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.
-Proverbs 3:5,6

Lauren said...
I'm doing it to learn to eat healthy and to challenge myself!

Day 14

Jack LaLanne passed away recently at age 96, he was known as a fitness industry pioneer. Well, I thought it would be fitting to give you some of his famous quotes:

“It’s a lifestyle, it’s something you do the rest of your life – How long are you going to keep breathing? How long do you keep eating? You just do it.”

“How do you build up your bank account? By putting something in it everyday.Your health account is no different. What I do today, I am wearing tomorrow. If I put inferior foods in my body today, I’m going to be inferior tomorrow, it’s that simple.”

“What you need to do is get that tape measure out, and start measuring that gut. Then you start working out and you start eating properly till that gut gets down close to it was when you were in your 20′s. Then you’ll find out what your weight should be.”

These percentages will make you more aware of how balanced you are eating, take the time to calculate them and also to aim for a 30% fat, 40% carb and 30% protein. This is where you really start making your metabolism kick into high gear!

*post meals, times, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages (EITHER PER MEAL OR PER DAY)

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.
*this is much better than missing a meal, continue to use as breakfast if it helps or at times when it is too hard to get a meal

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise

*Catalyst - 3 capsules 10-15 minutes before exercise AND anytime you are on an empty stomach for a long period of time - good to have first thing in the morning with probiotic - up to 9 pills per day

"We mustn't run away from our battles because sooner or later we will have to face them one way or another. If that's the way it is, why not now?"
-Jasper Tong

Kellie said...
I am doing this to learn how to eat healthy. My goal is to not cheat with Dr Pepper! I drink a lot everyday.

Day 13

Here is a reminder of why we are all doing this:



Reread these goals and ask yourself if you have began working towards them then post your thoughts to todays comments.

From now on you need to calculate your percentages. Remember what I said at the meeting, you have 2 options:

Option 1: Aim for 30% Protein, 40% Carbohydrate and 30% Fat for the day and post actual percentages for the day

Option 2: Aim for 30% Protein, 40% Carbohydrate and 30% Fat for each meal and post percentages per meal and for the day

*If you post your food you must do either option A or B

*post meals, calories, # of carbs, fat and protein along with percentages

Continue taking the MNS E, C or 3 packets as directed

Morning - Take MNS Vitamins Packet as directed on an empty stomach as soon as you wake up 30 minutes before breakfast.

Take one or two packets as directed with breakfast/lunch

Take MNS Vitamin Packet as directed on an empty stomach 30 minutes before lunch

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Failures do what is tension relieving, while winners do what is goal achieving."
-Dennis Waitley

Maria said...
Want to lose baby weight and challenge myself to eat cleaner. I've always been able to cut calories but getting rid of relying on processed food is definately kicking it up a notch.

Day 12 - Keep it Healthy

Here is something i made yesterday that is YUMMY and cleanse friendly. First, cook 1 pound of lean ground sirloin (90/10) and 4 zucchini's and 4 squashes with 1 tomato in a pan. I marinated my meat with onion powder, garlic, pepper and pepper.


Then, mix it together and GRUB!

We have our 3rd meeting tonight at 7pm. We will talk about the "Zone" and how to balance your day. You will learn about calories per gram of fat, protein and carbohydrate. Lots of info, see you at 7pm!

Remember you are still eating cleanse friendly today.

*Be sure to post your meals with total calories and your total calories for the day

*take MNS vitamins as directed

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"There is no substitute for hard work."
-Thomas Alva Edison

Halley said...
My main reason for doing the program is to lose weight and feel better energy wise. 95% of the time I go non-stop and let's face it..the Starbucks doesn't get me very far.
My goal is to finish the program without cheating (with the exception of Saturday and Sunday - I'm running a race this weekend and there's a few things I will be eating that don't go with the cleanse part - I hope that's okay. I plan on going an extra two days to make up for the loss) and to hold my fellow challengers accountable.

Day 11 - Have something you are craving

I thought this would be a funny picture if you looked at the title of the blog....I really don't want you to eat all this kind of junk. I like this picture better:


You made it! Most of you have completed the 10 day cleanse, have "in moderation" something you have been craving. Do not have it all day. Keep the entire day "CLEANSE STYLE" with the exception of your one meal of your choosing. We will go over the next part of the program tomorrow night at the meeting. I will go over everything at the meeting tomorrow at 7pm so make sure you come.

I know posting has been a little lower the last few days, but let's make sure we attend the meeting tomorrow so we don't fall off the wagon, remember this is a "24" day challenge....not a "10" day program.

*Be sure to post your meals with total calories and your total calories for the day

*Start the MNS vitamins today as directed

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

“The first and worst of all frauds is to cheat one's self. All sin is easy after that.”
-Pearl Bailey

Will said...
I am doing this to lose some weight and learn how to eat healthier. Here we go!

Day 10 - Cleanse Phase

This is a MUST WATCH video, especially today because it is your last day of the cleanse and you want to finish STRONG!

This is it, day 10 of this first phase. You have made it all the way, you have showed yourself that with some encouragement and discipline you can do anything you put your mind to. Today is Sunday and remember that it is a cleanse day so do not get so excited yet, you have to make it through today. Just keep doing what you have been doing, finish this thing strong and pat yourself on the back tonight before you go to sleep.

We have our 3rd meeting on TUESDAY at 7pm. We will be going over portions and how to balance meals.

Begin your MNS Vitamins tomorrow - Monday.

Here are direct links to read more on the MNS vitamins:
-MNS Max 3
-MNS Max E
-MNS Max C

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before breakfast and......LAST FIBER DRINK with breakfast! Remember to mix/stir just before drinking it and immediately after drink 10-12 oz of water.

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Believe and act as if it were impossible to fail.”
-Charles F. Kettering

Melonie said...
The reason I am doing this program is to lose weight of course and make it through this without cheating!!

*Have you done this Melonie?

Day 9 - Cleanse Phase

This is about as "cleanse friendly" as it gets, these are some herbs and veggies from my father in laws garden with some grilled chicken and avocado.

One more day after today and you made it, no matter what you are all doing a terrific job and we have to stick with it. Remember the weekend comes with temptation so put on your discipline hats and sugar sheilds. Keep posting and calculating calories. When you post your "total calories" I want to see your "daily goal" calories next to it (bodyweight x 10).

Click Here to order the MNS Vitamins if you still have not ordered them.

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before breakfast and......FIBER DRINK with breakfast! Remember to mix/stir just before drinking it and immediately after drink 10-12 oz of water.

*Herbal Cleanse is done but if you forgot to take it on days 1-7 then continue to have it in the evening until it is out.

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me
-Philippians 4:13

Christina said...
I am doing this program in hopes to lose some weight, gain better eating habits, and to hopefully just gain a better feeling about the way I feel on a daily basis and about my health. I've been encouraged by so many people who have previously done the 24 day challenge with Charlie and am really challenging myself to stay focused and complete the program successfully.

Day 8 - Cleanse Phase

Here is what I do to make sure I have protein to get me through the day, I grill 3 chicken breasts and put them in a tupperware and take them with me in the morning.

It's Friday!! You have made it this far so do not give in now, no matter what. I am sure that 9 out of 10 of you will come to a point today or this evening where you will consider cheating.....DON'T!!

I am so proud of this group, it seems like this cleanse is easy for all of you and I am loving the posting with the calories! Let's remember we have two more days after today, stay on track and get in that protein.

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before breakfast and......FIBER DRINK IS BACK with breakfast! Remember to mix/stir just before drinking it and immediately after drink 10-12 oz of water.

*Herbal Cleanse is done but if you forgot to take it on days 1-7 then continue to have it in the evening until it is out.

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

“Those who think they have no time for healthy eating, will sooner or later have to find time for illness.”
– Edward Stanley

Jason said...
I am doing this program to lose weight, keep it off by making better eating habits

Day 7 - Cleanse Phase

Have you tried eating strawberries and pineapple.....DELICIOUS! If you need to satisfy a sweet toothe eat this....with protein of course :-)

We are getting closer! 10 days....you can do it. By now you have all proved to yourself that you can do this, continue to remind yourself why you signed up for this program.

Order your vitamins by noon TODAY so you will receive them in time to start taking them Monday. Here are direct links to the ingredients and information on the three packs:

Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max 3 (if you just need a good vitamin blend this is for you, good for ages as young as 12)
Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max E (emphasizes energy, for people who feel like they are always tired)
Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max C (emphasizes appetite control, for people who tend to over eat)
*LEPTILean - emphasizes appetite control, combine with any of the 3 vitamin packs

*I am here to answer questions, please email me questions about the vitamin packs - charlie@trainwithcharlie.com

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before you eat (FIBER DRINK TOMORROW)

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack (Should be last Herbal Cleanse packet)

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

“It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through.”
-Zig Ziglar

Mike Belanger said...
I am doing this to lose weight, once and for good. I am motivated by family. I have lost before, but need to change life, not weight. Good bye pizza pie, hello broccoli!

Day 6 - Cleanse Phase

HARD BOILED EGGS - make a dozen and eat them through out the day. These are great with snacks to increase protein and healthy fats. Click here to read more about glucagon.

You have all done amazing, the 24 Day Challenge is proving early on to work and I am excited to see your results as we continue. Remember the keys to success on this program are:

-Post your food logs daily on the blog (and now include total calories - good websites are: caloriecount.com , livestrong.com , sparkpeople.com )
-Ask questions you may have on the blog
-Read the posts and comments daily on the blog
-Follow the nutrition instructions exactly as they are explained
-Follow the Advocare supplements exactly as they are prescribed (balance protein, carbs and fats at each meal and eat your basal metabolic rate - bodyweight x 10)
-Have fun with it, stay focused and keep coming to the meetings - remember our next meeting will be Tuesday at 7pm

Here are direct links to the ingredients and information on the three vitamin packs:

Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max 3 (if you just need a good vitamin blend this is for you, good for ages as young as 12)
Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max E (emphasizes energy, for people who feel like they are always tired)
Metabolic Nutrition System (MNS) Max C (emphasizes appetite control, for people who tend to over eat)
*LEPTILean - emphasizes appetite control, combine with any of the 3 vitamin packs

Read through the details and overview of each of these and decide which you feel is best for you. Then order them. Feel free to order more spark or meal replacement shakes if you are running low. If you would like to sign up for the 20% discount click here.

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before you eat

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"I learned that if you want to make it bad enough, no matter how bad it is, you can make it."
-Gale Sayers

Kathy said...
Why? To gain control of eating, reduce cravings and increase nutritional value of diet. The goal is to feel better and to have more energy.

Day 5 - Cleanse Phase

This is what I eat for breakfast everyday....delicious! (5 eggs (2 yolks), 1 sweet potato and 1/2 small avocado or 1/4 large avocado)

WE HAVE A MEETING TONIGHT AT 7PM. You do not want to miss this meeting, attending the weekly meetings are a critical part of your success. We will start at 7pm sharp!

Remember to read the comments, look at the feedback I write for other people because it might also be something you need to do.

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before you eat

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Success is focusing the full power of all you are on what you have a burning desire to achieve.”
-Wilfred Peterson

Elizabeth said...
I am doing this program to get in shape for my wedding as well as trying to change all of my eating habits.

Day 4 - Cleanse Phase

Here's a little concauction I made up when I was a kid and it is actually easy to make and "cleanse friendly". You have to have a taste for this because it is weird to some people, but I love it! This is diced tomatoes, fresh squeezed lime juice and a little bit of salt. You can eat it with chicken or fish, kind of like a salad. Let me know if you try it out! (add some cilantro, jalepenos and diced onions to make a fresh pico)

I hope you all survived the weekend, thank you to those of you who posted and looked at the blog through out the weekend. Let's get this week started off right, you all made it through the hardest part of the cleanse - the 1st weekend. Get through this week and you are almost there!

Remember that tomorrow, Tuesday, we have our meeting at 7pm, you do not want to miss it. I will be going over new information and a new assignment for the cleanse.

Morning - Take ProBiotic pills on an empty stomach 30 minutes before you eat (NO FIBER TODAY)

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body," (1 Cor. 6:19-20).

Eric said...
I would like to learn how to eat properly so that I can trim up and then stay lean after the program is done.

Day 3 - Cleanse Phase

If you haven't been eating asparagus you are missing out!

I am seeing a lot of posts and that is GREAT! Remember that a determining factor of how successful you are on this 24 day challenge is how often you look at this blog and whether or not you post what you eat. Keep it up everyone!

Today is Sunday, if you wish to start the week off right tomorrow then you must commit time today planning out what you intend to eat this week. I recommend you all do some shopping, cooking and planning. Just like the video I posted with Marcos and Will, pack up your food in ready to go containers. Most of you have very demanding schedules and will be extremely busy once the alarm goes off Monday morning so take advantage of today and plan out your week. If you do this post it on the blog and let us all know!

Morning - Fiber Drink with Breakfast (NO FIBER DRINK TOMORROW)

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like and do what you'd druther not."
-Mark Twain

Kandis said...
I am doing this program to learn how to eat more healthy. I have a major addiction to sweets, so my main goal is to get through this challenge without cheating!

Day 2 - Cleanse Phase

Sweet potatoes or yams are awesome, bake them for about an hour at 450 degrees and enjoy!

The true test is here - the weekend! Cheating is NOT AN OPTION, you WILL be successful on this 24 day challenge. Remember to resist temptation and have healthy foods available. If you get hungry and are tempted for junk then go for a walk or a run, just move, do anything to get your mind off of that craving.

Make sure you post your food journals for yesterday on yesterdays post, check the comment link for answered questions and recipe ideas. Aim to eat every 3-4 hours and eat enough.

Instructions on Advocare Products

Morning - Fiber Drink with Breakfast

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise (and/or mid afternoon for energy)

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before working out)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 4-5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments."
-Jim Rohn

Alex said...
I was very active all throughout high school (I played volleyball for 8 years), and after getting hurt my senior year my activity level definitely was not the same. I came into college 10 pounds lighter than I am now, and I want to get back down to that! I hope to lose weight, eat better, and not cheat for the next 24 days!

Day 1 - Cleanse Phase

This is the way I marinate my chicken, I grill an entire tray at a time so it lasts me 4-5 days. I marinate it with onion powder, pepper, garlic and olive oil.

Be sure to show your name on the post so I know who it is posting. Check back to this blog frequently to see what others post and to read the answers I post along with other comments that are made.

You can do this! Post any questions and your food journals. If you have a good recipe post it and share it with the group.

Instructions on Advocare -

Morning - Fiber Drink with Breakfast.....YUMMY!

Evening before bed - Herbal Cleanse pack

*Spark - in the morning in place of coffee and/or before exercise.....it's also great mid afternoon if you feel tired

*Catalyst - 3 capsules mid morning and mid afternoon (also before exercise)

*Meal Replacement Shake - drink in place of a meal (try and eat 5 meals per day), you may also drink in place of breakfast.

"Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true."
-Leon J. Suenes

Lamanda said...
I am doing this program to lose weight and to change my eating habits. My goal is to lose 15 pounds and complete the entire 24 days without cheating.

The calm before the storm....

Today is the day before "Day 1" of the cleanse, you should all be going to the grocery store and getting mentally prepared for the next 10 days. This does not mean go to your favorite restaurant tonight and chow down :-)

Click Here to visit the TWC Nutrition Facebook Page and "Like" it. This is a great way to visit with old 24 Day Challenge participants and get new recipes and interesting nutrition articles.

When you get your products today immediately open the "Herbal Cleanse" box and look over the instructions. I also would encourage you to research the Advocare products online. Click on the product you would like to learn more about:

Herbal Cleanse
Catalyst
Spark
Meal Replacement Shake

Most of you already posted on the blog yesterday, but if you do not know how to post on this blog here are instructions:

-click on the bottom of the post where it says "0 comments" or "comments"
-type in the box
-click on the drop down tab that reads "comment as"
-select "Name/URL"
-type in your first and last name
-click continue
-click "post comment"

Here is what I want you to post everyday:

*Your daily assignment is to post what you eat everyday
*Post at the end of each what you ate or post at the beginning of the day what you "plan" to eat (do not do both, if you post at the beginning of the day what you plan to eat I am assumming you will eat that)
*Post on the actual day that you ate, do not post Friday's food journal on Saturdays post
*Post on the weekends, it takes 5 minutes....do not be a slacker! It will hold you accountable!
*Here is an example of how to post:
Breakfast - 2 eggs, 1 raw bell pepper, 1/2 banana
Snack - Advocare Meal Replacement Shake
Lunch - 8 oz grilled chicken, 2 cups baby carrots, 1/2 avocado
Snack - Meal Replacement Shake
Dinner - 8 oz baked salmon, salad with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 cups green beans


Remember to ask all questions on the blog. I will address posts and questions at different times through out the day so check back frequently. Here is a MUST see one minute video before beginning this 24 day journey...

Grocery List

Two of the trainers on our team, Will and Marcos, made this video to show you how simple it is to prepare a weeks worth of meals in just a couple hours for less than $100 bucks! Watch this video!

Here is a sample grocery list of what I would suggest you purchase in preparation for the next 10 days:

-boneless, skinless chicken breast (not seasoned)
-salmon (not seasoned)
-ground turkey
-eggs
-raw broccoli
-bell peppers
-zucchini
-squash
-baby carrots
-baby spinach
-salad
-onions
-cilantro
-limes
-lemons
-avocado
-tomatoes
-natural herbs for seasoning (such as basil and rosemary)
-apples
-oranges
-berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
-raw nuts (cashews, almonds, walnuts)
-natural almond butter
-olive oil pam

Get Ready!!

I am really excited to get this group started, we have several people participating so it should be a very interactive blog. Just a few things to remember:

-Attend all of the Tuesday night meetings
-Post on the blog daily
-Take the products as directed
-Follow the instructions Charlie gives at each meeting

If you have not ordered your Cleanse products click here to order.

Here is what I want you to post everyday:

*Your daily assignment is to post what you eat everyday
*Post at the end of each what you ate or post at the beginning of the day what you "plan" to eat
*Post on the actual day that you ate, do not post Friday's food journal on Saturdays post
*Post on the weekends, it takes 5 minutes....do not be a slacker! It will hold you accountable!
*Here is an example of how to post:
Breakfast - 2 eggs, 1 raw bell pepper, 1/2 banana
Snack - Advocare Meal Replacement Shake
Lunch - 8 oz grilled chicken, 2 cups baby carrots, 1/2 avocado
Snack - Meal Replacement Shake
Dinner - 8 oz baked salmon, salad with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 cups green beans


It is EXTREMELY important that you participate and post on this blog. You should also check it frequently and read the "comments" because you can see what others are posting and what questions they are asking. All questions will be answered on the blog. There will be a daily post at 5am, so you can start posting your journals or viewing others questions and comments. I hope you are all ready for this 24 Day journey, you will be the determination of your success. STAY INVOLVED with the group and ATTEND the meetings, it will make your likelihood of seeing the results you want go up tremendously!

*A sample Grocery list will be posted at 5pm today so you can use it to go shopping

Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.
- Carol Burnett