GM diet review day 4

Day four was pretty boring. Bananas and milk only, and since I'm not a big milk fan, I wasn't thrilled.

Your allowed up to eight bananas and three glasses of milk.

Did I ever mention, just before starting this detox we went to Costco and bought a huge bag of candy?!?

 Needless to say we made it to day four and stopped at dinner time. That Mr. Goodbar was calling my name, I swear!

Final weight loss: 4.4lbs.

1.8 more pounds of baby weight left; so I'm still pretty happy with the results.

Today I'll go back to what has worked the best for me in the past, and that's my livestrong app. Calorie counting. It's a lot of work, yes, but it allows me to eat what I want. The last time I was strict about it, I lost 15lbs.

Here's to eating candy!

GM detox review day 3

Day three was still very hard, but slightly easier than the first two days only because we were allowed more variety. It was fruits AND veggies yesterday! 

We made it work. Had all our fruits for breakfast and lunch, and saved the veggies for dinner.

Dinner we had a salad topped with tomatoes and balsamic vinegar. With a side of broccoli, and celery sautéed. 

Does my system feel better? I guess so. You have to drink so much liquids that I can't really tell. 

Today is bananas and milk only. Your allowed 8 bananas, but all the resources say you'll probably won't eat all 8, we'll see about that!

Hubby's weight loss: 8lbs so far!

Mine: 4 :/

I know I know men lose weight faster. On the bright side, only two more pounds of baby weight left!

GM detox review day 2

Well I think day two was much harder than day one.

Day two was veggies only. Raw, or steamed.

We chose to BBQ and sauté them instead. I don't think the way you prepare them is that big of a deal.

I felt like I wasn't focusing all day, and it took will power not to give up. But with the support of my hubby we got through it.

We ate carrots, celery, corn, onions, through in some garlic and pepper. Dinner was the best meal only because veggies for breakfast isn't all that exciting.

For breakfast you get a large baked potato with a pat of butter. 

I hate plain baked potatoes so that was a hard one for me.

Total weight loss: 3.2lbs

On to day three: FRUITS AND VEGGIES

GM Detox review Day 1

Hubby and I decided to try the GM diet.

I originally found it through Pinterest, then after that I did more research to find out it was created by General Motors to encourage their employees to get healthy, lose weight, and gain more energy.

Sounds good to me!

Yesterday was Day 1: Eat all fruits, except bananas, and drink ten glasses of water.

Yesterday was pretty tough as we kept snacking on grapes and oranges through out the day to keep from getting a headache.

I did feel good about myself towards the end of the night, and my husband is four pounds lighter, while I'm down two pounds. Water weight, I'm sure. Although it still feels good to see lower numbers on the scale regardless! 

Today is day two: All veggies! (Gulp!)

Upcoming Events

4th of July is right around the corner so I thought I'd post some events that are happening all around the island this week. 

From Konaweb.com:

July 4, 2013
HILO BAY BLAST
Family activities around the Hilo Bayfront, including games, cook-offs, music and more. Hawai`i County Band concert at Mo`oheau Bandstand at 7pm, followed by fireworks at 8pm over Hilo Bay. Parking shuttles will be available from the County Aupuni Center and Afook-Chinen Auditorium to downtown.

July 4, 2013
FOURTH OF JULY PARADE & CELEBRATION - VOLCANO VILLAGE
The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at the Volcano Post Office and proceed for one half mile along Old Volcano Road to Cooper Community Center, featuring the Hawaii County Band, floats, antique cars, fire engines, bicycles, horses, and animals in costumes! Music, games, food booths, dunking pond, craft fair and prizes to follow. Call Betsy Mitchell for more info at(808) 967-7209.

July 4, 2013
4th of JULY SILENT AUCTION BENEFIT - VOLCANO VILLAGE
This annual fundraiser is a much anticipated part of Volcano's popular 4th of July parade and festival, which attracts hundreds of residents and visitors each year. The auction is held at the Cooper Center on Wright Road in Volcano Village, from 9 to 11:30am. Auction items for 2010 include air, sea, and land adventures; overnight stays; massage, reiki, and acupuncture sessions; admissions to area attractions; and restaurant and retail gift certificates. There is something for everyone at this fun and popular silent auction! Jewelry, fine arts, gift baskets, crafts, clothing, books, DVDs, computer software, printer ink, and more make up the diverse array of goods and services up for bid. Proceeds benefit Friends of Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (tax deductible donations welcome through July 3). For more info, callÊ985-7373, email admin@fhvnp.org, or visit www.fhvnp.org

July 4, 2013
KAILUA-KONA INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE & FIREWORKS
A wonderful community event. KonaÕs Kekuaokalani Gym (Ka`iwi Street and Kuakini Highway) south on Kuakini, down Palani, and along AliÔi Drive to Coconut Grove Marketplace. Time: 5:30 p.m. start, over by 7 p.m. Sign up or volunteer online atwww.paradesinkona.com. There will be fireworks over Kailua Bay at approximately 8pm. For more information, visit paradesinkona.com

July 4, 2013
GREAT WAIKOLOA RUBBER DUCKIE RACE
Held at the Kings' Shops at Waikoloa Beach Resort, this is a benefit for United Cerebral Palsy Assn. of Hawai`i. Free entertainment, fun games and exciting contests, from duck waddling to eating. The fun begins at 10 am with live entertainment, food booths and games. Adopt a duckie for a chance to win one of the many fantastic prizes. Duckie Race starts at 3 pm.

July 4, 2013
FAMILY FOURTH & FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA - WAIKOLOA BEACH RESORT
Enjoy great entertainment, balloon sculpting, popcorn, cotton candy, the Zoo Choo, and lots of great family fun at Queens' Marketplace. The event begins at 12:30 pm, and continues throughout the day until the Fireworks Extravaganza over Waikoloa Bowl at 8pm (Doors open for fireworks show at Queens' Gardens at 5pm; show starts at 5:15pm with an evening of free music.) Wind down after the fireworks with relaxing music from Full Circle until 9:30 pm. This is an Alcohol and Drug Free Event. For more information, call 886-8822, emailspelfrey@waikoloaland.com or visit waikoloabeachresort.com

July 4, 2013
TURTLE INDEPENDENCE DAY - KOHALA COAST
Three and four year old turtles are released in the ocean after growing up in the Honu Ponds at the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows, Kohala Coast. Details TBA. For more information, call 808-885-6622, email sbredo@maunalani,.com or visit www.maunalani.com

July 4, 2013
PARKER RANCH ANNUAL JULY 4th HORSERACES & RODEO
Big Island Ranchers participate in fast-paced horseraces and rodeo events with Parker Ranch cowboys. Ribbon mugging, ranch mugging, dally team roping, Po'o Wai U and more. Keiki activities including roping practice and pony rides. Lots of food and mementos for sale at the Parker Ranch Store booth. Time: 9 am to 12 noon at Parker Ranch Rodeo Arena, Waimea. Pre-sale tickets available at the Parker Ranch Store in Waimea (at Parker Ranch Square). Tickets: Pre-sale $5 Adults; Adults $6 at the gate. For more information, call 885-2323, email nguilloz@parkerranch.com or visit www.parkerranch.com

July 6, 2013
ANNUAL HAWAI`I ISLAND PRIDE FESTIVAL - KAILUA-KONA
Celebrating Hawai`i island's LGBT population, the parade will begin at 11am, from Kamehameha Ave. to Ponahawai St. to Keawe St. to Waianuenue Ave., back down to Kamehameha Ave., ending at Mo`oheau Bandstand. Following the parade, there will be live music and entertainment in the park, with food and vendor booths; games and bouncy rides for the keiki. For more information, call 808-217-1288 or emailhawaiiislandpride@gmail.com.