Day 8
Congratulations on reaching Day 1 of Week 2 of the 21-Day Intermittent Fasting Challenge! 🎉 You’ve made it through the first week, and I’m so proud of your commitment and progress so far!
As you begin Week 2, we want to encourage you to keep building on the habits you’ve already started. Focus on eating right, choosing nutrient-dense foods that will fuel your body and help you feel your best. Remember, balance is key, and small, consistent choices will lead to lasting changes.
In addition to fueling your body with healthy food, be sure to continue incorporating regular workouts into your routine. Exercise is an essential part of the journey and will complement the fasting process to help you achieve your goals even faster.
Of course, keep up with your fasting. You've already made it through a week, so trust in the process, and know that your body is adjusting to this new rhythm.
You’re doing amazing, and I’m here to support you every step of the way! If you have any questions or need extra guidance, don't hesitate to reach out.
Let’s keep up the momentum and crush Week 2 together!
Shopping List - Week 1
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Proteins: Chicken breast, salmon, ground turkey, pork chops, lamb, shrimp, canned tuna, turkey bacon, eggs
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Dairy: Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, feta cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese
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Vegetables: Broccoli, mixed vegetables (for stir-fry), asparagus, zucchini, spinach, bell peppers, cauliflower, lettuce, avocado, spaghetti squash
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Fruits: Blueberries, lemons (for dressing and flavor)
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Pantry: Olive oil, coconut milk, chia seeds, almonds, flaxseeds, almond butter, canned tuna, almond flour
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Herbs & Spices: Salt, pepper, garlic, basil (for pesto), cinnamon
Day 1
Fast Breaker: Avocado Egg Salad
Ingredients: 1 medium avocado, 2 hard-boiled eggs, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, salt, pepper, optional chives or green onion.
Instructions: Mash avocado, mix with chopped eggs, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional garnish.
Meal 1: Grilled Chicken Salad with Olive Oil and Feta Cheese
Ingredients: 200g chicken breast, 2 cups mixed salad greens, 100g cucumber, 100g cherry tomatoes, 60g feta cheese, 30ml olive oil, 15ml lemon juice, salt, pepper.
Instructions: Grill chicken, mix with greens, cucumber, tomatoes, top with feta, dress with olive oil and lemon juice.
Meal 2: Baked Salmon with Steamed Broccoli
Ingredients: 200g salmon fillet, 1 cup broccoli florets, 15ml olive oil, lemon slices, salt, pepper, optional dill or parsley.
Instructions: Bake salmon with olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper. Steam broccoli. Serve together.