Advocare 24 Day Challenge Day: 15

Above is a comparison of the Advocare Meal Replacement Shake vs. some other brands out there.  The Meal Replacement shake is a great nutrient source and the ONLY  shake with a 1:1 ratio of protein to carbohydrates.  Why is that important?  Because studies show that a 1:1 ratio of protein to carbohydrates support weight loss AND give you sustained energy.  It also does not leave your tummy rumbling in an hour!  The shake is an important part of the Max Phase to ensure you are getting the proper amount of nutrients during the day.  You are only replacing your breakfast with this creamy delicious drink!  (Really, it's tasty!) Like many working moms out there, I barely have time to get myself ready in the morning and breakfast is always the last thing on my mind!  This makes it easy for me, and I know I am getting my chocolate fix for the day plus being energized with all the nutrients provided!

Upon Waking:  (3) Catalyst followed by 8 oz water, Fruit Punch SPARK with MNS Color Vitamin pack

Breakfast (30 minutes After SPARK):  Chocolate Mocha Meal Replacement Shake + MNS vitamin packs

Mid-Morning Snack:  3 small pretzel rods (this was a no-no, but I forgot my snack on the way out to church, and this was all that was left at the snack table)

30 Minutes Before Lunch:  MNS vitamin pack

Lunch:  Garden Salad topped with cooked chicken, evoo and balsamic vinegar, homemade baked sweet potato fries (see recipe below)

Exercise:  (3) Catalyst with Fruit Punch SPARK 10 minutes prior; Jillian Michaels Total Body Revolution Workout #3

Mid-Afternoon Snack:  Peach

Dinner:  Slow Cooker Applesauce Chicken found in the 24 Day Challenge Cookbook, baked asparagus and a side of brown rice + (2) Omegaplex

Total Water Consumed:  80 oz

Overall Thoughts:  Today I started finally feeling like myself, and it was good to work out, even though I was BEAT by the end!  I am hoping to pick up the pace, and get everything I can out of my last 9 days coming up!  I have not weighed myself since the morning of Day 11, and I will wait until the morning of Day 25 to get final measurements and weight.  I know I may sound repetitive, but I DO feel really good (aside from that small sinus thing).  If you have any inkling i knowing more, or you are ready to start your health journey, please let me know!  This is easier than I ever thought possible!