Tone It Up- Meal Plan Round 2
This was my second time following the Tone It Up 7 Day Slim Down, so I’m sharing my tips, tricks, and results! If you’re curious if the Tone It Up program is right for you, read on!
Remember that 7 day slim down I did at the beginning of the year? Let me tell you, that’s still the healthiest meal plan I’ve ever tried. I felt energized throughout the week, and even though I missed some of my old favorites, I enjoyed the results. But since then, I’ve been slacking. A little extra wine, a few more snacks, and less planning in general. I think life should be about balance, so I don’t think it’s a bad thing. But I know how I felt after the slim down, and I want that back! So I decided to follow the meal plan again!
Since I’ve done this before I have a better idea of what to expect and how to plan. This is what my cart looked like last time, and what I plan on buying again:
What is the Tone It Up 7 Day Slim Down?
This 7 day meal plan focuses on eating “lean, clean, and green” meaning the meals have lots of protein and vegetables, some fruit, and minimal dairy. They recommend avoiding processed food, sugar, and alcohol, although they do have sweet treats in the plan!
The plan also recommends a quick morning workout to get your metabolism going. I’ve never been great at morning workouts, but I’m going to give it a shot! This morning, I hit the hotel gym bright and early, and did some free weights and cardio. It definitely feels good to get a workout out of the way early!
Although the meal plan has specific recipe recommendations, I usually just make my own meals, focusing on protein and vegetables. Here are some example meals I’ve eaten that follow the guidelines.
Tone It Up 7 Day Slim Down Recipe Ideas
Breakfast
Lunch
Snacks
Dinner
Curious about Tone It Up? I’ve been following their program for years and I love it! If you’re looking to get started, check out their app:
I’m trying to stay consistent with AM workouts. I’m just so tired by the end of the workday–plus, at 6am, the day is still mine!
Sometimes I love working out in the morning but sometimes it just drains me! Hope the slim down goes well again!
oh green veggies. those are pretty much my nemesis. for some reason I can never seem to get enough in!! which is why I buy my protein powder with added greens. it makes me feel better on the days I get literally ZERO greens in lol
I just posted a tempeh curry that is quite yummy. 🙂
I wish I could do morning workouts, but elementary school just starts so early….
argh no sugar makes me cringe. good for you!!!
I’m pumped. Everything went great for me on Day 1. Ready for Day 2!!! 🙂
Happy WIAW! I think your 7 day slim down plan sounds good. Here is a good high protein vegan recipe that my husband and I love “Lemon and Ginger Kale with Sesame Tofu Steak”. http://www.jenmijenmi.com/freds-lemon-and-ginger-kale-with-sesame-tofu-steak/
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That sounds like a great plan! My favorite protein veggie meals are quinoa salads….yum
Lentils are a go-to for me…I love simple curried lentil soup (veg broth, diced onion, mushroom, curry powder, cumin, garlic, and lentils + any add-ins you like…squash or potatoes help add bulk to it, I like adding spinach or kale, tomatoes add a nice acidity…) or an even simpler cold lentil salad made with red onion, diced tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and lemon juice/vinegar/EVOO. Soooo good!
I haven’t tried making any cold lentil salads! That’s a good idea!
I’ve done the slim down once and I did like it but personally I don’t think I can do it again. I like DAMY Health’s slimdown! But of course we all have out opinions 🙂 Well I just made some lentil burgers the other day and it had a lot of protein, fiber and iron! It was pretty yummy! http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/lentil_burgers.html
Ohh lentil burgers sound like a great plan!