3-Day Refresh Overview and Results

 

This week I did something that I have never done before!  A cleanse!!  And from what I have heard from others who are experienced with the world of cleansing, the 3-Day Refresh is a great place to begin.  You may be wondering how you would ever have "time to set aside" for something like this?  Good news!  It is totally possible to do this right in the midst of everyday life!  Thinking back over the past three days, we had morning, afternoon and evening activities each of the three days!  This was quite a busy week, actually.  I was anxious to start Refresh myself and become familiar with the program in anticipation of helping my challengers through it themselves.  That meant that I needed to do it first, so I just jumped right in and it was completely fine.  :)  This is something that is approachable in "real life".  I can help you with that!  

I am very happy with this entire experience and will plan to do the program again in a couple of months.  I am thinking about how September 16, 2015 will be my one year anniversary of this lifestyle change to clean eating, Shakeology and daily workouts.  I plan to do the 3-Day Refresh again sometime during the week leading up to that date.  Refresh is a great way to really make some measurable progress in a short amount of time WHILE breaking bad habits.  Your body is getting exactly what it needs and you can just tell your mind "No, no no!  We are not having a snack.  We do not need a snack right now.  Time to drink some water, grab a piece of gum or make a cup of herbal tea!"  For me, the 3-Day Refresh did the trick.  My biggest takeaway is that I CAN do this.  I have been eating clean for nearly 10 months now but have gotten into the habit of grabbing extra handfuls here and there.  Raw almonds, sunflower seeds, unsweetened banana chips, wild rice sticks... all good things but they still need to be eaten in moderation!  AND many of these extra handfuls were taking place in the evenings... who can relate??  I wanted to show myself that I could move past these tendencies!  I did it!  :)  I just made a YouTube video this morning to share about my 3-Day Refresh Overview and Results.  Check it out!  This is me at 6:30 in the morning after just having completed the Refresh.  I am feeling great!  I lost five pounds and that is a nice boost!  I measured my waist and hips and am excited to have lost three inches between those two areas. 

What Does Each Refresh Day Look Like?

Upon Waking ~ Drink 8-12 Ounces of Water

Breakfast (within an hour of waking) ~ Shakeology plus a Fruit Option

Mid-Morning ~ Fiber Sweep (digestive health drink)

Lunch ~ Vanilla Fresh (high-protein, hunger-satisfying shake), plus Options from the Fruit, Vegetable and Healthy Fats List

Afternoon Snack ~ Vegetable, Healthy Fat or Juice Options List

Dinner ~ Vanilla Fresh plus a delicious meal made from the Dinner Recipes List

* Check out this Dinner Recipe Example: Coconut Steamed Veggies.  My entire family likes this one!

You also have the option of adding an herbal/decaf tea morning, afternoon and evening.  I had four cups of tea over the three day period and that was a nice option to have.  

With the Refresh you want to drink plenty of water!  I was more aware than ever of my water intake.  I was surprised to find that I was comfortably drinking more than a gallon each day.

What is Shakeology and how about the "Fiber Sweep" and "Vanilla Fresh"?

Shakeology - You are drinking Shakeology for your breakfast each day. Shakeology is a nutritionally dense shake (not a protein shake) that will provide you with energy, curb your cravings, help with regulation, and aide in weight loss. It is loaded with vitamins/minerals and 70+ Super Foods. You are allowed to mix is with water, a serving of fruit (optional), and any of the guilt-free flavorings (optional).

Fiber Sweep - The mid-morning snack throughout the 3 days is called Fiber Sweep.  It is a blend of soluble and insoluble fibers and is meant to gently and naturally eliminate waste from your digestive system.  It is created from whole-ground flax, chia, and psyllium seed husks.  Psyllium can help naturally lower cholesterol, support healthy blood sugar levels, and may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Flax and chia are sources of healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

Vanilla Fresh - For lunch and dinner (along with fruits and vegetables) you blend a Vanilla Fresh shake. This is a high-protein shake that not only helps satisfy your hunger throughout the refresh, but it delivers the essential nutrition your body needs for healthy weight loss.  It is also an excellent source of fiber.  It is both dairy and soy-free. A few facts about Vanilla Fresh include: 20 grams of wholesome plant protein to maintain lean muscle, 22 essential vitamins and minerals, probiotics to help promote digestive and immune health, clinically tested potato protein extract to help curb hunger, and NO artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or sweeteners. 

3-Day Refresh

Are you ready for something new?  I am!  I have been eating clean for the past 9 1/2 months.  I follow the idea that I aim to eat 100% clean about 80% of the time.  Life happens, right?  And we put in a great effort with our nutrition choices but this is not going to be what rules all of our existence!  For example, today we had just enough time to squeeze in an afternoon at nearby Presque Isle.  Summers are not nearly long enough in Erie and we go to the beach as much as possible!!  But with a couple of appointments this morning and our "Small Group" meeting with several other families this evening, there just was not time in between to get to that club pack of chicken breast that is in my fridge... So we picked up a pizza for dinner.  We kept it where none of us were eating lots of pizza and we we added a couple of sliced bell peppers and some celery on the side. 

Earlier this morning I decided to take the first step in branching out to try something that will be completely new to me!  I have never done any sort of cleanse and am hearing LOTS of buzz about Beachbody's newest product... this is the 3-Day Refresh!  I placed my order this morning and will be doing the Refresh here myself next week.  I will be hosting a "Refresh Your Summer" challenge group which will begin on July 21st.  

When many of you think of Beachbody and clean eating and this entire way of life, the term "quick fix" does not typically come to mind.  So what is up with the 3-Day Refresh??  The idea here is to get your body and mind back on track while also jump starting some great results!  I will give you the tools and support to make this the beginning of a fresh chapter!  On average, those doing Refresh seem to lose 3-5 pounds and 3 inches or so from the waist/hips area.  I will let you know my own results next week! 

If you open this link you will see a Refresh info video that will appear in front of my web page.  I have now watched this video several times and am greatly anticipating this new program!

Do any of these sound like you?

1) Low energy levels
2) Poor sleeping habits
3) Excess weight
4) Food cravings
5) Brain fog

If so, it might be time for "Refresh"

Who should do the 3-Day Refresh? Anyone looking to lose a few pounds quickly and/or to look and feel better in just 3 days can use the 3-Day Refresh. The program is for those who have "fallen off the wagon" with their nutrition and want to get back on. It is for anyone wanting to kick start clean eating habits for the first time or just wanting to prepare for big event, milestone or trip and look his or her best. The program is also for people seeking to undo the "damage" of a recent binge. Overall, this product is for anyone wanting to lose weight quickly, to feel lighter, to feel cleaner and healthier, to improve digestion, to curb cravings for junk food, or to improve mental clarity.

This gentle cleanse consists of three daily shakes, a fiber drink, plenty of filtered water, plus a wide array of fruits, veggies, and healthy fats incorporated throughout the day to keep your energy and metabolism going.

Though the plan is simple, it offers many alternatives, including some creative ways to prepare your meals, so you'll see that you can actually enjoy eating healthy food without having to season it in ways that can damage your health and undermine your weight-loss goals. 

How is the 3-Day Refresh different from other cleanses?

Unlike juice fasts or liquid cleanses that are high in sugar and low in protein (which can leave you feeling weak and sluggish), the 3-Day Refresh is scientifically designed to help support your metabolism while nourishing your vital organs.

* Plus, you actually get to eat delicious, real food during this program

What is included in the Refresh Kit? 

VANILLA FRESH (High Protein Shake) * 6 With Kit

This protein-rich formula helps curb hunger with more than 20 grams of wholesome plant-based protein, 22 essential vitamins and minerals, probiotics for digestive health, and a patented potato protein extract clinically tested to satisfy appetites.

FIBER SWEEP (Digestive Health Drink) * 3 With Kit
Gently and naturally eliminates waste from the digestive system with a blend of whole ground flax, chia, and psyllium seed husks. Fiber Sweep can help lower cholesterol, support healthy blood sugar levels, and may even reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, as part of a healthy diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol.

PROGRAM GUIDE  

This comprehensive guide walks customers through how this program works, what to expect, and how to prepare a shopping list, as well as their body, for the 3-Day Refresh. It also contains a menu planner with numerous easy-to-make, nutritious, and delicious meals, a list of fruit and veggie options, guilt-free flavorings, and recipes for fresh-pressed juices.

SHAKEOLOGY * 30 Day Supply with Challenge Pack Purchase
Packed with potent superfoods, Shakeology starts each day of the Refresh with a Daily Dose of Dense Nutrition® to help improve and support all your body's vital functions, while also helping to maximize energy and maintain healthy blood sugar levels.