While at BlogHer in NYC this summer, I had a chance to chat with some ladies that work with Slim Fast and they told me a little bit about their 3-2-1 program. Basically it’s 3 Snacks – 2 Meal Bars/Shakes – 1 Meal (within reason, not an all you can eat buffet!). Some of you may recall that earlier in the year I had been sick for 6 weeks with strep throat and ended up having my tonsils out (not fun when you are 36!). From being sick all that time and then from having the surgery, I ended up losing 30lbs! It was nice since it happened without me even realizing it.
I managed to keep it off since then but now my bad habits have been creeping back up on me and I’ve gained 10lbs back. I know.. not very good!
I decided to talk with the Slim Fast ladies about giving Slim Fast a try and they sent me a bunch of products to help me get started. So Monday morning I set out to begin watching what I eat and incorporate Slim Fast into my day as much as I can. I’m happy to say I’m off to a good start and down 5lbs already! Now I know that’s not typical, a lot of it is water weight but also I consume a LOT of carbs when I’m bad and I get extremely bloated so carbs out of my diet for a few days does a good thing to my body.
I will be documenting my progress from time to time on the blog and also on twitter and facebook. If anyone wants to join me I’d love to have you!
One way I’ve changed my eating is that instead of having coffee and toast for breakfast, I’ve been having coffee and a Slim Fast Meal Bar. I find the Fruit & Yogurt Trail Mix Bar is perfect for the morning. I then have a piece of fruit mid morning instead of stopping for a cup of coffee and a donut!
You can being by printing a coupon for $1.50/1 Slim Fast Meal Bars or Snacks on the Slim Fast Facebook page.
So will you join me??? Let me know and we can help each other along the way!
