Whole30 Update and Social Media Recommendations

Update my on my #whole30 journey:

Ahh!  These past few weeks have been CRAZY.  We have been camping a LOT.  Which is amazing and wonderful and so hard to do while on program.  It's not necessarily about having food that isn't compliant- but it's about the amount of food.  It is so easy to mindlessly snack and eat while hanging out at the campground, hiking, and relaxing.  So needless to say I am feeling kind of blah.  I gave myself a little too much food freedom last weekend, but I started a solid 30 day restart on Tuesday.  But I am going to be totally vulnerable right now and say that I for real ate Cinnamon Toast Crunch by the handful when I got home on Monday.  I guess I can consider that muscle confusion?!  Nevertheless- I am back at it.

But really, I hope this serves as a reminder that this is not easy.  Yes I post pictures of yummy food on Facebook and Instagram.  Yes I have had a lot of success since starting in February.  But it is NOT that simple.  Last night I had to admit to my dear husband that I am not in it to win it right now.  I am struggling with meal planning and prepping.  It's hard for me to admit that I need help, but that's just what I did last night.  So we sat down together and picked out a few new menu items to try this week.  
This weeks meals include:
Orange Chicken and Cauliflower Rice (also happy, happy news- I found frozen cauliflower rice at Price Chopper!)
Grilled Chicken Thighs, Crispy Smashed Potatoes, and BBQ Ranch Zucchini "Pasta" Salad
Beef and Broccoli 

These last few days were a reminder that it is okay to vulnerable and ask for help.  It's a blessing that we are doing this as a family.  If you are doing this journey alone because either a) you are single or b) you are part of a family that doesn't need/want Whole30...please use our meal plans and recipe links as a resource.  Ask questions.  Join support groups.

Speaking of which- here are the Facebook groups and Instagram accounts I recommend you follow if you are attempting a healthy food takeover:

Facebook:
The Easy Kitch Tribe- This is by far my favorite- it's not just Whole30.  It is a healthy lifestyle site with workouts, recipes, and a safe place to ask questions and get advice.  Plus it's only open to women!
Swim into Whole30 Summer 2017
Whole30
Keep Calm and Whole30 On

Instagram:
kbritt318- this is me :)
realfoodwholelife
thedefinedish
eatthegains
littlebitsof_realfood
physicalkitchness
inexactscience

Have a great week guys!  Remember, ask for help and seek support!

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