[Maureen]

Rebecca Cole wrote:

I am not seeing pasta sauce as on option on the exchange list. Would it count as a veggie as long as it is no sugar added?

It’s our recommendation to stick to the exchanges we have listed. Thanks.

[Maureen]

Karen Robins wrote:

Hello! I train at 4am. I plan to take the TRAIN then but if I do my cardio after the weight lifting session, should I take the BURN like 10 to 15 minutes before I finish my weight training session? And if I’m unable to get my cardio completed in the morning, can I take the BURN around 230 or is that too late? (I’m used to stimulants. This won’t be my first time. 😁 )

thanks!

You can take them together as well. I don’t think 2:30 is too late. I would just gauge it on how you feel with the timing.

[Maureen]

Hi,
I just clicked on the link and it seemed to bring me to the right spot.

[Maureen]

Carrie McCarthy wrote:

Hi. I may be looking right at it, however, is there a place we can track progress like in 40 Day Build Challenge? Thank you!

HI there,
I don’t see the same places to track progress that there have been in past challenges. I have always used the bottom before they had those slashes where you could record the weights.

[Maureen]

Christine wrote:

Does Summer Shredd have the same workout split as Buns and Guns did? Weeks 1/3/5 and then week 2/4/6? I’m asking because on the at home workouts phase 1 has weeks 1-3 Mon through Thursday and then Friday has week 1/3/5. Phase 2 states weeks 4-6. Thank you

I believe that’s a typo. I have emailed to get clarification just to make sure. I only saw that on the one page.

[Maureen]

Shannon Truax wrote:

Thank you – if we were to use a little coffee creamer what would be the best choice? Fat free, sugar free?

Could you try a little unsweetened almond milk? That’s what alot of challengers do

[Maureen]

dori.howington wrote:

The video states you can interchange all meals except meal #5. Does this mean that you can have meal #3 four times in a given day and then have meal #5 or do you still need to eat meal #1 thru #5 just in any order throughout the day?

You can eat whatever option you would like. The post workout meal is the only one that the timing matters.

[Maureen]

Venetia Reyes wrote:

For over a year I’ve been staying within a smaller eating window. I eat between 12-7. I have more energy and it gives my system a rest. Is it possible to keep doing this on the program?

I am sure you wouldn’t have a problem if you were eating similar calorie amounts on your current plan.

[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.

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