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Hi, I am Enia. My question is: do I have to eat all the 5 meals or can i skip some? For example, meal 5 says chicken and rice. Can I only eat the rice and skip the chicken?
Hi there, the goal is to eat all of the meals for the given plan. THe food will decrease as we go, so I would eat what you can now.
Is there a link to look at previous winners?
I would check back on Nicole’s social media or the facebook page. They might be there.
Hey there! If you go into the training part of the forums you’ll see some conversations going on in there about this. A few of us have put these messages as well on that forum. We’re just waiting to hear back. They may be working on the links.
Hi there,
It’s helpful if you tell us which ones aren’t working and then we can tell them exactly there the trouble is. thanks so much!I’m looking forward to completing this challenge! I’m calling it my “JOURNEY TO 50!” (Summer shred challenge) In exactly 12 months from now I’ll turn 50!!!! (OOMMGG) It’s interesting how your state of mind changes as you do. I never truly understood what ppl meant when they saY “be your best you!” (CORRRNY). My initial thought was “physically”- but now (and especially during quarantine) I feel as if my ears and eyes are wide open- these last couple of months I’ve had several “slap in the face“ reality checks especially when it came to “ME”. Now….I’m listening more ,I’m realizing more, I’m learning more and I’m more aware (at least I’m trying to be)- more aware of my internal dialog (which is WAAAAY important) and the impression I give out, whether it’s talking to someone or passing by a stranger in the store. I just want to make some one else’s day a little brighter!
(Might be corny but it’s working for me) =)
HOPE EVERYONE HAS FUN WITH THIS CHALLENGE!!!!Let’s do this!
Hi! I am doing the at home workouts. When doing the workouts do you go from beginning to end, for as many sets? Or do you do each set three times before going on to the next set? For example do I do three supersets of Monday’s work out reverse grip barbell row and neutral grip dumbbell push press three times before going onto the next one or do I do them all and then go back to the beginning and do them all and then go back to the beginning and do them all for three sets?
Thank you!If there is a superset, it will usually indicate that. If not, then it would be a straight set for that one exercise. If it’s a circuit: do a series of exercises for a number of sets). It will also indicate that as well. So if you don’t see anything like that then you are just doing that one exercise for those desired sets and reps.
Are the exercises performed similar to a drop set?
Exercise 1- Reps 10,9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1
I know it states to rest as much as needed with the goal of completing the workout as quickly as possible.
But does one complete the 10 reps and go right into the 9 reps and then right into the 8 reps and so forth… (complete similar to a drop set?)
If not, why not state a total of 55 reps?
I do not understand how to break down the reps.Do 10 reps of each exercise then 9 of each then 8 of each until you reach 1 rep of each.
It’s a ladderI would follow the meal plan closest to your height as well as if you know what you have been consuming is helpful if you feel it’s not enough food. But height overall.
Do we have to be using your protein to do this challenge? And if not, does it matter what kind of protein we use? I currently use Dymatize Protein. Is this ok for this challenge? Also, what about pre-workouts? is there any you recommend?
You don’t have to use powders at all. See how your powder measures up with the macros for that meal. We don’t recommend specific brands of other supplements.
Hi there,
I am wondering if there is any issue with following the regular meal plan but switching out the meat for the listed low fat dairy alternatives? I prefer not to eat meat but find using dairy much more sustainable for me than following the full vegan plan.
Thanks so much!
RobynYou will get a different macro profile with many of the dairy options. More carbs with some where with a piece of chicken per say…..no carbs. So the exchange wouldn’t be equal.
Good Morning,
First off I would like to start by saying how excited I am about this challenge! Please advise as to how I should adjust the meal plan/calorie intake for my height and weight? I am 5’5 1/2″ under 120. Thank You! Merry
I’m not 100% sure what you are asking…but follow the plan that’s according to your height if you don’t fit neatly into one meal plan parameters
So, being a mom of 2 little ones…..sometimes it’s much easier to get my workout in early morning. By early, I mean around 4am (and work out for 2 hours). What suggestions do You have about nutrition for those days? I don’t necessarily want to cook my first meal that early and immediately workout but need something to help get me through. Should I drink my protein and eat apple during? I feel a little lost in this scenario.
I think the suggestion below is pretty good. Eat half of a meal and then have your shake and the rest of the meal a couple hours later.
On meal 5 for the post weight training protein shake…Do I use water or can I use an almond milk to mix with the protein powder? Thank you!
YOu can use unsweetened almond milk
Thank you, @naomi!
How much would be my macros for non-workout days? Are they the same?
I know the protein and fat usually are the same, but the carbs should be lower?
The meal spacing would be the same. the macros don’t change
I use Vital Proteins coconut collagen creamer in my coffee In the morning. It’s 70 calories per scoop. I am a 2 cup drinker so 140 extra calories in the morning. 80 calories from Fat. Should I attempt to break this habit starting tomorrow? The macros probably don’t line up with the SS program. Or I could do just egg whites, to reduce calories and fat with my breakfast. Recommendations?
If you are super skilled with the macros log it and see where you need to trim from another meal. But if you want it to be easy, ditch it 🙂
Hello all! There are times I just don’t have the time to eat a meal or I want something quick but filling. My go to is peanut-butter chocolate builder bars? Can I do that as a meal sub? I’ve attached the macros
Hi there,
I wouldn’t recommend bars…I would try and choose an easier meal you can have quickly or modify and sub one of the meals to make it work for you.I do weights at lunch and then cardio at night would meal #5 be after noon workout? So it is following the weight training vs the cardio?
Post workout would be after you do your weights.
If I’m 5’8 and 135 lbs should I follow the height category nutrition plan for 5’4-5’8 or should I follow the over 5’8 nutrition plan for females?
Ayesha is correct. Follow height if you don’t fit perfectly into one category
Okay. And does it matter when I take it – after the cardio or after the weight training ? I will be splitting it up – doing fasted cardio first thing in the morning and then weights in the afternoon after a few meals. Or should I take the glutamine after BOTH cardio and strength training?
I would post strength
Do you have to show your face in the picture? Would that disqualify you? I’m not 100% thrilled that my pics would be there for people to see, copy, paste, etc. lol
• Be sure to take three full-length photos – front, back and side – and make sure your entire body (head to toe) is visible.
• In your front-view photo, make sure to hold up a piece of paper with the below hashtag written on it. Hold it out to the side so we can see your entire body!Taken right from the rules
Just wondering if I have been submitting measurements for arms and thighs incorrectly. For last 2 challenges I have just measured 1 arm and thighand logged it. Should I have measured both arms and added them together? I already submitted measurements for this challenge. Thanks.
No, just measure individually or just one side to submit
I usually workout at 430am, cardio and lifting, once we go back into work. Do you recommend having the post workout meal, then continue the day with the other 4 meals spread apart?
I would definitely put that post workout meal after you lifting 🙂
Could we alternate the 2 at home workouts. Like week 1 do the 1st at home, week 2 do the dumbbell only, week 3 at home, etc.
I don’t see a problem with that.
For Phase 1 home exercise. Is there another option for band assisted pull ups.
CHeck out the DB’s only workouts as well. THere is a workout for everyone’s needs.
If you do them together first thing in the morning should you eat breakfast before or after?
I would eat breakfast before for sure. You need those calories for the lift.
What’s the difference between a dumbbell goblet squat and Goblet squat
A goblet squat is usually done with a KB….DB you are holding one end and the other is facing the floor, weight is distributed roughly the same as a KB