Day one of three day refresh

Day one was a success! I had my four drinks, I'd like to call them shakes, but the only one that's really a shake was the morning Shakeology. The fiber sweep was more like drinking what I imagine Metamucil to be like. Not bad tasting, but drink it quick because it gets thicker as it sets. Vanilla Fresh was also easy on the palate, and I used the Magic Bullet to blend it, but it didn't get thick like the usual shakes do. I did miss the almond milk that I usually mix with my shakes, so for my second Vanilla Fresh I added a little cinnamon and nutmeg for some excitement. Ha ha!

My lunch was a spinach and peach salad that I topped with some olive oil and white balsamic vinegar. I was surprised how much I enjoyed it. That's also true for the tomato slices with humus that I had for snack and the lemony green beans for supper. It's amazing how you learn to appreciate the actual flavors of real food when you cut out all the junk.

It's now 9:00pm, and I feel fine. So far no gas or other GI issues. I did my PiYo sculpt workout this morning, walked the dog, did some yard work, and walked to pick up Trevor from daycare this afternoon. My point is that I had a fairly active day without feeling like I was going to faint or pass out. Did I feel hungry? Yes. I was hungry before each meal, then not so much afterwards. Did I want to eat the cheddar cheese cubes that Trevor left on his plate from his dinner? Yes. I also wanted to chew a piece of my Pur Gum this afternoon, but I resisted. Whenever I was faced with these temptations and choices, I had a few thoughts that pushed me through:
1. I can do anything for three days.
2. I spent my money on this program and am only cheating myself if I don't stick to it.
3. I want to see real change in my after photos.
4. If I can't make it through the first day, then I am in trouble!

I've still got a few things to do tonight, but hope to get to bed before hunger strikes. I'm really looking forward to my chocolate morning shake tomorrow:)