Getting back on track Post Festivities

Hey Guys and Dolls!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all! I am sorry that it has taken a while since my last post however I have been ever so busy! I hope you all enjoyed Christmas and let your hair down a little bit because I certainly did!

Master Cleanse

As you all know I completed a 10 day Master Cleanse in which I only drank 'lemonade' (64 oz  per day of a mixture of: Maple Syrup, Lemon, Cayenne Pepper, and water) I also did a 3 day 'ease out' in which I built up my system to eating solid food again.

So how was it? Overall I achieved great results with the cleanse. I lost some extra inches which made me a perfect UK size 10, I went down to 58kgs (129llbs) which I hadn't seen on the scale since I was 17/18 years old (10 years ago!!!) The cleanse also gave my digestive system a break which is much appreciated as I had been experiencing some trouble prior to commencing the cleanse.

I found that 'days 3 and 4' were the hardest of the 10 days as I experienced tiredness! It was from this point on that I decided that even a brisk uphill climb on the treadmill was too much for me and I cut out the gym altogether. There are people who can perfectly get some workouts in however I just felt it was not necessary since I had no source of energy from solid food. I would say anyone trying out the  cleanse should listen to their body! Do not push yourself over the edge. I still lost weight with minimal activity.

Would I recommend the Master Cleanse?

It is definitely not for the faint hearted, to do this cleanse you have to be ready mentally and physically, if you are not you would find it all too easy to give up and start eating again.

Useful tips

1. I suggest if you plan to do the cleanse do it when you have no major event or party to go to within the period of the 10 days. 
2. Whilst you detox your body why not detox your kitchen of foods/snacks that may tempt you?
3. Try and stay busy during the cleanse- this makes your day go much faster
4. Stay hydrated- make sure you drink enough water
5. Sleep- make sure you get enough sleep to help boost energy levels
6. POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE - don't be negative, believe in yourself you CAN do it!!! 
7. Keep a dairy, it could help you stay focused
8. Don't obsess over the scales! I think I weighed myself twice during the cleanse 

I hope you will find those tips useful whilst you decide or undertake the cleanse. In concluding about the Master Cleanse I do not regret doing the cleanse and I plan to do it once or twice a year from now on! 

What Next?

Well Christmas day has come and gone, and I did indulge over the break although I must admit probably not  as much as I ever did in the past. In the  scheme of what I am used to now though I definitely put the lifestyle to one side for a few days! But that is okay! Because tomorrow is another day!!! 

So all you readers that are feeling slightly guilty about what you put in your mouth not to worry!!! You can always start over. Just keep your eye on the ball! Maintain a Healthy balanced diet and continue to keep up your activity level and you will reach your desired goals. 

So I shall be starting a fruit detox on the 29 December  which will last 5 days. I know a lot of people whilst doing such a detox would usually juice the fruits, however I shall just plainly eat fruits like a Vegan and make sure I drink plenty of water through out the day. A fruit detox will not be as intense as the Master Cleanse so I will manage the Insanity workout which I am starting in the New Year (by the grace of God) Yay! Let me say this now, detoxing/cleansing are what they are, they are not a substitute to a healthy balanced diet! This is simply because it can not be maintained over a very long period of time. They are done  to rid the body of toxins and also to help lose weight fast. If you want to maintain a healthy weight you MUST change your lifestyle. No point doing a cleanse and once finished go back to eating KFC! 

I have nothing further to say at this point! However if you have any questions, tweet me (@bunmilosingit), or leave your message below and I will get back to you!!! 

Have a wonderful New Year my lovelies! I pray God will keep you all and I pray he will grant you all good health! Amen! 

My next post will be a while as I have lots of fun stuff planned in the new year! So all please stay safe, enjoy and keep pushing towards your goals! YOU CAN DO IT!

Stay Blessed xxx