Breaking the Plateau with Michi's Ladder

Dear Boys and Girls, 

In the past week, I have moved from Santa Monica back to Dallas, from the 14th to the 18th floor (I didn't have internet for a few days!), started work again, and lost 2 lbs. Hip hip hurray!!

How'd you do it, Barbie? How'd you do it?

On Monday, August 24th, we started the 20-day Eating Clean and Pressing Play Challenge. The challenge involves eating exclusively from the top 2 tiers of Michi's ladder. Also allowed, I noted, are Shakeology (the healthiest meal of the day), supplements, and natural almond or peanut butter. We also made an exception for sugar-free gum. 

I warned everyone beforehand that we would make no exceptions and that participants had to enter the no whining zone. 

Well, boys and girls, it works! Eating clean, I mean really clean, works!! I am down to 131 and many people on my forum, Barbie's Slim Spot, have lost about 2 lbs so far and we are only on day 6. For me, as for many, this is great news because we have been STUCK on a plateau. Michi's ladder has allowed us to break that stinking plateau. 

Hip Hip Hurray!!!

Here is a typical day for me:

whole grain cereal

egg substitutes or egg whites

protein bar (yes, it's on Michi's list!)

spring mix

tomatoes

mushrooms

alfalfa sprouts

chicken/fish/tofu/boca burger

spray oil and balsamic vinegar

Shakeology

banana

almond milk

water/ice

chicken

sauteed or steamed veggies (broccoli, string beans, etc.)

salt/pepper rub or spices. no sauces. 

no diet drinks. 

just water. 

I have to say, I feel great!! I had my cheat meal last night and realized it wasn't that much fun. But, it's good to be naughty sometimes. I'm ready to eat super duper clean again. 

Bring it, people!

Barbie, PhD