{"id":17081,"date":"2015-03-09T09:36:13","date_gmt":"2015-03-09T15:36:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/foodembrace.com\/?p=17081"},"modified":"2015-03-09T09:36:13","modified_gmt":"2015-03-09T15:36:13","slug":"21dfx-wrapup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foodembrace.com\/2015\/03\/21dfx-wrapup\/","title":{"rendered":"21DFX Wrapup"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Over the weekend, Scott and I finished the 21DFX program<\/a>. \u00a0I will be honest and say that I’m glad to be done with it.\u00a0I liked the challenge but wasn’t in love with it like Insanity Max 30<\/a>.<\/p>\n

LIKED:<\/strong> The use of the containers. \u00a0At first that seemed a little intimidating keeping track of them and making sure to get the right portions in. \u00a0It was really eye opening because at first look, I assumed that these containers were too small and that I would constantly be hungry. \u00a0They are actually the perfect size and most times I became\u00a0full before evening finishing full portions.<\/p>\n

DISLIKED:<\/strong> Being so restricted on what I could and couldn’t have. \u00a0That is the point of this program and it’s geared towards folks who are getting ready for a big event (dinner, wedding, vacation) and want to tone up and lose a few extra pounds. \u00a0Since I wasn’t in that category, limiting some portions (like healthy fats) left me feeling frustrated and cranky.<\/p>\n

LIKED:<\/strong> The workouts that incorporate resistance bands and light weights. \u00a0These workouts are not intense despite the fact that the program is labeled as “extreme”. \u00a0Anyone at any fitness level will be able to complete these programs with no worries. \u00a0I enjoyed the workouts, some more than others, but I liked the use of weights and that the workouts were only 30 minutes long. \u00a0It went pretty quickly.<\/p>\n

DISLIKED:<\/strong> I felt like there wasn’t enough time between sets to set up with the resistance band. \u00a0Most times I fell behind on those moves. \u00a0I also didn’t have near the calorie burn that is\u00a0mentioned. \u00a0I can see doing these workouts paired with a higher intensity HIIT or cardio workout.<\/p>\n

LIKED:<\/strong> That the program is only 3 weeks long. It’s a great intro program for someone learning about portion control and getting back into the swing of working out.<\/p>\n

RESULTS<\/span><\/h4>\n

I lost between 5-7 pounds on this program, it fluctuates. \u00a0Scott lost 6 pounds. \u00a0Both of us lost inches in our waist as well.<\/p>\n

I was surprised with my results. Since the workouts are not that intense I really didn’t expect to see much movement on the scale. \u00a0I’m pleased with my results!<\/p>\n

Overall, I enjoyed the program more once I made some adjustments to it. \u00a0A lot of the challengers in my group, along with myself, found the program too restrictive and not sustainable so we adjusted to how we live our lives. \u00a0Still seeing results with the workouts and sticking with the portions shows that the program does work and you will get the results you’re looking for.<\/p>\n

Would I recommend this program to someone? \u00a0Maybe if they were looking to lose a few pounds before an event. Otherwise I would suggest someone try out the original 21 Day Fix<\/a> first and see how they like that.<\/p>\n

My next group challenge starts in April and we are going to be focusing on self-care. \u00a0Like making sure to get enough sleep each night and taking time to unplug during the day. \u00a0If you are interesting in joining this FREE\u00a0challenge, let me know and I’ll send you all the info!<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about Beachbody products or programs, feel free to drop me a line so we can chat about them!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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