[Maureen]

jrsmcoulson wrote:

I don’t eat dairy or gluten. For recipes calling for Greek yogurt, can I sub an unsweetened version of a dairy free yogurt? The same with cheese or a whole grain bread?

Hi there,
I would use the exchange list for each of the things you don’t eat and choose something that way. Using the subs that are already provided for you will make the challenge much easier to follow. Thanks.

[Maureen]

Hi Ladies,
I am working to get some clarification here. Hang tight.

[Maureen]

Jessica wrote:

What if i absolutely hate mushrooms, is there an alternative for the recipe?

I would just leave it out if you don’t like it.

[Maureen]

Perry wrote:

Hi there,
In the recipe directions bullet point #3, its states in parenthesis (1/2 of the serving), does that mean we add half of the chicken and mushrooms? I’m confused. Sorry. Please clarify. 🙂

Thanks!
Perry

Yes, it is referring to the salt and pepper. Later in the recipe, it calls for the rest.

[Maureen]

Maki wrote:

Women’s meal plan 2

Meal 2 only

Can I replace option 1 with option 2

You can use any of the options. The plan is designed so that the meals are pretty close to each other so you can eat what you like.

[Maureen]

jinadubisi wrote:

Hi,

Can I use lite maple syrup to sweeten the post work out cottage cheese? I like to have my cottage cheese on a toasted whole wheat bread topped with drizzle of lite maple syrup. It tastes really good almost like eating pancakes 😊.

Please advise,

Thanks,

Aminat

Hi there,
I wouldn’t advise adding extras unless you are doing an exchange of some sort. It will start to throw things off.

[Maureen]

Mine usually come out thick….I have always had to use my hands to mix them up.

[Maureen]

Jamie J wrote:

I’m allergic to almonds . . . am I reading it right that peanut butter is an even sub?? And what can I sub for almond milk in the banana smoothie??

Almonds would be on the fats list so you can use those exchanges to find something else. I would use another product similar to almond milk where the macros are similar. It’s usually about 30 calories…maybe a rice milk? you can even mix with water.

[Maureen]

HI there,
The best thing I can say is that everyone is different. It’s hard for us to give individual advice for your situation. I would suggest just trying to slowly include them in and see how you feel. If it doesn’t feel good, you can always go back to what you are doing.

[Maureen]

Kari Medina wrote:

I think I saw this question on FB group but I too am confused by page 41(at home work out-dumbell/bodyweight). It lists weeks 1/3/5. Is this a typo? Is it meant to be weeks 1-3 like the preceding 4 pages? Thanks! Just want to be sure!

Thank you. I emailed just to double check but I do believe it’s supposed to say 1-3.

[Maureen]

Colleen Ring wrote:

Can I swap out 3 oz of extra lean turkey for 3 oz of grilled boneless skinless chicken or top sirloin?

Hi there, extra lean turkey is a lean protein, top sirloin would be a fatty protein. Look at the indicators next to the foods and it will tell you which part of the exchange list to look at for the exchange.

[Maureen]

You can measure up the macros for each and see if they are close. It’s tough because it’s a recipe.

[Maureen]

Hope Carter wrote:

totally scared. totally excited. Praying I don’t get hurt. Let’s do it.

You’ve got this!

[Maureen]

Christina Crum wrote:

hi everyone! I’m so excited to start this journey with all of you. I’ve never done anything like this so I’m terrified, nervous and excited all at once. I had my first baby 9 months ago and let’s just say I kept eating for two after he was born. I’m ready to get back in to shape. Lets go!!

Welcome! Happy to have you. Good luck.

[Maureen]

Timikie Johnson wrote:

Having issues downloading to phone. When I click to save and share, mine does not say save and share it only says save… and I was able to download the buns n Gun to my iPhone 11
Is there something else I can try?
Thanks

Hi there, Did you check out this link yet? https://nicolewilkins.com/challenge/40-day-summer-shred-challenge-2021/?section=program-overview-challenge-ebook
At the bottom are mobile download instruction video. Hope that helps.

[Maureen]

Hi there,
What info are you looking for? If you are a first time challenger, I would advise you to jump into this challenge with both feet and see what you can do! If you have a specific question, please ask. Thanks.

[Maureen]

Santina Newlen wrote:

Hello!
This is my second challenge and I’m looking forward to getting started.
But I’m not sure about what meal plan to follow.
I’m 5’2” and weigh 160. So should I follow meal plan 1 or 2?
Just want to clarify!!

Thank you!
Santina

If you don’t fit neatly into one category, go by your height. Thanks.

[Maureen]

Isaura Roldan wrote:

I do strength training first and when done I do the cardio part. This why I’m a little confused.

You can take them together. or Take Train only and then Burn with Meal 1. Thanks.

[Maureen]

Julie wrote:

I have hallux rigidus in left foot and anything involving bending my big toe is extremely painful. I’ve had surgery but still can’t bend toe without pain and when I’ve tried to perform lunges/jump lunges, I feel the effects for days after.

What would you suggest as alternative exercises for inchworm plank, jump lunges/lunges, plank jacks, mt.climbers and the like.

Thanks so much,
Julie D.

Any of the plank moves you can put in another ab exercise of your choice. Lunges you could do a step up, leg press, or squat. They will work generally the same muscles.

[Maureen]

Deidre McConnell wrote:

What does that mean? Stick to the nonfat Greek yogurt to stay within the macros?

Stick with what is on the plan and in the exchange list. That way you can stick as close to the plan as possible. Hope that clears that up.

[Maureen]

Cori Brees wrote:

Can PB2 powder be substituted for the cocoa?

Are the macros the same? I don’t know the breakdown off hand.

[Maureen]

Shannon Truax wrote:

I did not see the plan address drinks. I know she said on the supplement video yesterday there is no alcohol during the 40 days but I would have thought it along with consumption or other drinks would be included – like how much water, can we put some sort of flavoring in water, tea, coffee, artificial sweeteners or coffee cream?

NIcole usually recommends shooting for a gallon of water/day. YOu can have coffee or tea. I would try your best to avoid coffee creamer as it adds extra calories. I would not use a ton of artificial sweeteners as they can bother your stomach if you take too much.

[Maureen]

For choosing a meal plan, go off of your height. Make sure you read all of the info at the beginning of the PDF so you don’t miss anything. There are lots of videos embedded in there as well.

[Maureen]

priscila.e.iriarte wrote:

Hi everyone, I have to follow meal plan 2, but since I’m not doing any cardio or lower body exercise due to a knee injure should I follow meal plan 1?

Hi there, I would just follow the meal plan for your height. See how it goes.

[Maureen]

Tracy Kolias wrote:

I am between 5’3 and 5’4 weighing 159 Do I use meal plan for 5’4 to 5’6 weight 130 to 150?

Katie wrote:

When do you drink the supplements ? What times do you drink pre-workout, fat burner , and whey isolate? And what do you mix them with?

YOu can consume the preworkout before strength training. You can use the fat burner before exercise as well but I would not consume it in the afternoon because it does contain caffeine. You can drink the whey protein post workout (part of the meal plan) Burn and Train can be mixed with water.

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