21 Day Fix

alyssarenea1996
alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
edited November 25 in Health and Weight Loss
What are y'all's opinions on the 21 day fix? I'm going to start it tomorrow. I've seen good and bad about it, so I thought I would give it a try.
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  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Not at all practical for recipes & restaurant food. Maintenance will include those foods for me....I'd rather just log "regular food" so I know what to expect.

    Weight Watchers exchanges (the program that 21 Day Fix copies) is far more flexible. No 1/2 or 1/4 exchanges to manage. If you don't have worksheets for 1/2 and 1/4....look on Pinterest.
  • juggernaut1974
    juggernaut1974 Posts: 6,212 Member
    edited October 2015
    My thoughts? I can stuff a whole lot of calories into overpriced tupperware if I want to.

    There's much more effective and cheaper ways to lose weight.
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    A food scale is cheaper.
  • kbolton322
    kbolton322 Posts: 358 Member
    I started today... I have alot of friends who have done it and they have had amazing results...
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    @TeaBea
    @juggernaut1974
    @queenliz99
    @kcrow4102
    I thought it might be worth a try at least. :) I'll continue my logging, the exercise DVD it comes with, and my normal exercise while doing it.
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    I figured it can't really hurt as long as I'm meeting my calories.
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    @TeaBea
    @juggernaut1974
    @queenliz99
    @kcrow4102
    I thought it might be worth a try at least. :) I'll continue my logging, the exercise DVD it comes with, and my normal exercise while doing it.

    Try it. Let us know how you did.
  • Lu_wallace06
    Lu_wallace06 Posts: 107 Member
    Are you doing the shakes aswell?
  • bpetrosky
    bpetrosky Posts: 3,911 Member
    It's not a horrible system, it's just overpriced and similar programs are available for cheap or free. If you've already bought into it, make the best of it and enjoy the workout DVDs. The containers are just a spin on the old exchange type system that Weight Watchers and others used. You can use them or not, but it wouldn't hurt to use the food scale as a backup to see how much you really get to eat.

    The big challenge will be to avoid getting sucked into BeachBody's overpriced supplement and shake MLM system. That's where BB makes a good chunk of their money, you'll get contacted by "coaches" who will try to convince you that you won't see any results without getting Shakeology or other supplements.
  • kimny72
    kimny72 Posts: 16,011 Member
    OP, I have never used the containers because counting calories here works just fine for me and they seem silly.

    I love the workouts! They are all @ half an hour and a great mix of cardio and strength, and they can be as easy or as tough as you want them to be.
    I don't like hearing her plug the shake in every workout, but I just shake my fist at the TV whenever she does and then get back to it. Otherwise I think she does a great job cuing and keeping a good pace. Good luck!
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    @Lu_wallace06 - No, I don't think so. I make my own shakes for breakfast when I have time. I would never do this if I had to buy it - super overpriced! - but my Nana is a huge fad dieter so she already owns all the stuff and I thought I might give it a try :)
    @queenliz99
  • juggernaut1974
    juggernaut1974 Posts: 6,212 Member
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    I thought it might be worth a try at least. :) I'll continue my logging, the exercise DVD it comes with, and my normal exercise while doing it.

    I haven't used it personally, but have heard good reviews of the DVDs.
    bpetrosky wrote: »
    It's not a horrible system, it's just overpriced and similar programs are available for cheap or free. If you've already bought into it, make the best of it and enjoy the workout DVDs. The containers are just a spin on the old exchange type system that Weight Watchers and others used. You can use them or not, but it wouldn't hurt to use the food scale as a backup to see how much you really get to eat.

    The big challenge will be to avoid getting sucked into BeachBody's overpriced supplement and shake MLM system. That's where BB makes a good chunk of their money, you'll get contacted by "coaches" who will try to convince you that you won't see any results without getting Shakeology or other supplements.

    I agree with this ^
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    juggernaut1974 wrote: »
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    I thought it might be worth a try at least. :) I'll continue my logging, the exercise DVD it comes with, and my normal exercise while doing it.

    I haven't used it personally, but have heard good reviews of the DVDs.
    bpetrosky wrote: »
    It's not a horrible system, it's just overpriced and similar programs are available for cheap or free. If you've already bought into it, make the best of it and enjoy the workout DVDs. The containers are just a spin on the old exchange type system that Weight Watchers and others used. You can use them or not, but it wouldn't hurt to use the food scale as a backup to see how much you really get to eat.

    The big challenge will be to avoid getting sucked into BeachBody's overpriced supplement and shake MLM system. That's where BB makes a good chunk of their money, you'll get contacted by "coaches" who will try to convince you that you won't see any results without getting Shakeology or other supplements.

    I agree with this ^

    Yeah, I'm not buying anything, my Nana already owns it all - and I make my own shakes so I don't need their shakeology! haha
  • extacymoon
    extacymoon Posts: 141 Member
    I have it and used the containers at first just to get portion sizing down. I log my calories and will use the workouts. It has good variety and with 30 minutes it is doable. I hope you enjoy it.
  • bpetrosky
    bpetrosky Posts: 3,911 Member
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    juggernaut1974 wrote: »
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    I thought it might be worth a try at least. :) I'll continue my logging, the exercise DVD it comes with, and my normal exercise while doing it.

    I haven't used it personally, but have heard good reviews of the DVDs.
    bpetrosky wrote: »
    It's not a horrible system, it's just overpriced and similar programs are available for cheap or free. If you've already bought into it, make the best of it and enjoy the workout DVDs. The containers are just a spin on the old exchange type system that Weight Watchers and others used. You can use them or not, but it wouldn't hurt to use the food scale as a backup to see how much you really get to eat.

    The big challenge will be to avoid getting sucked into BeachBody's overpriced supplement and shake MLM system. That's where BB makes a good chunk of their money, you'll get contacted by "coaches" who will try to convince you that you won't see any results without getting Shakeology or other supplements.

    I agree with this ^

    Yeah, I'm not buying anything, my Nana already owns it all - and I make my own shakes so I don't need their shakeology! haha


    You're doing it right! Carry on!

    :)
  • SolotoCEO
    SolotoCEO Posts: 293 Member
    Biggest danger - you just wasted money. If you follow proper portion sizes - you don't need to use their containers to measure. Measuring cups and a food scale is much cheaper - and much more accurate.
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    SolotoCEO wrote: »
    Biggest danger - you just wasted money. If you follow proper portion sizes - you don't need to use their containers to measure. Measuring cups and a food scale is much cheaper - and much more accurate.

    I'm horrible with portion sizes - that's one of my main problems
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    SolotoCEO wrote: »
    Biggest danger - you just wasted money. If you follow proper portion sizes - you don't need to use their containers to measure. Measuring cups and a food scale is much cheaper - and much more accurate.

    I'm horrible with portion sizes - that's one of my main problems

    Have you seen this video?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVjWPclrWVY
  • FJcntdwn2sknyluv
    FJcntdwn2sknyluv Posts: 651 Member
    I found a bit torrent of the workouts and downloaded them. I love beach body workouts, 21 Day fix is cool, I like that it's about a half and hour and at the end of it you KNOW you worked out! But the rest of that company is crap!
    Over priced crap supplements and a pyramid scam.
    SO I just do my own lower carb diet and do the workouts.. I've been finding hip hop abs ad turbo jam at goodwill alot lately, I've gotten a few of their workouts there for like 4 bucks!
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    queenliz99 wrote: »
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    SolotoCEO wrote: »
    Biggest danger - you just wasted money. If you follow proper portion sizes - you don't need to use their containers to measure. Measuring cups and a food scale is much cheaper - and much more accurate.

    I'm horrible with portion sizes - that's one of my main problems

    Have you seen this video?

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVjWPclrWVY

    I hadn't seen that! I will definitely be looking into buying a food scale.
  • Kymber2015
    Kymber2015 Posts: 4 Member
    Is anyone, belong to any "Groups" for the 21 Day Fix? I am so torn between buying it and just doing what has worked good in the past.
  • tincanonastring
    tincanonastring Posts: 3,944 Member
    Kymber2015 wrote: »
    Is anyone, belong to any "Groups" for the 21 Day Fix? I am so torn between buying it and just doing what has worked good in the past.

    Why would you spend money on something when you have a free, proven option?
  • kgeyser
    kgeyser Posts: 22,505 Member
    Kymber2015 wrote: »
    Is anyone, belong to any "Groups" for the 21 Day Fix? I am so torn between buying it and just doing what has worked good in the past.

    There is a very active group of users here on MFP who use the program in various ways (some with containers, some without, some just doing workouts, etc): https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/103806-21-day-fixers
  • tristen_leigh
    tristen_leigh Posts: 214 Member
    Anything "works" if you actually commit to it. And since you said you already have the containers, why not! Do what works for you. Much better than buying some "magic" diet pills or supplements. It should help you understand portion sizes but I would still track everything here and watch your macros. Good luck!
  • alyssarenea1996
    alyssarenea1996 Posts: 90 Member
    tristen_leigh wrote: »
    Anything "works" if you actually commit to it. And since you said you already have the containers, why not! Do what works for you. Much better than buying some "magic" diet pills or supplements. It should help you understand portion sizes but I would still track everything here and watch your macros. Good luck!

    Thank you!
  • vczK2t
    vczK2t Posts: 309 Member
    extacymoon wrote: »
    I have it and used the containers at first just to get portion sizing down. I log my calories and will use the workouts. It has good variety and with 30 minutes it is doable. I hope you enjoy it.

    this. for those like me that are just TOO lazy to use a food scale or any other measuring items and don't want to count calories. it's a good system for that reason.
  • corinne1977
    corinne1977 Posts: 142 Member
    I did it for 3 weeks and lose 3 lbs. I didn't buy the program though. I just bought my own containers and went on Pinterest and got all the information for it from there.
  • tikaaniblizz
    tikaaniblizz Posts: 1 Member
    alyssarenea1996 wrote: »
    What are y'all's opinions on the 21 day fix? I'm going to start it tomorrow. I've seen good and bad about it, so I thought I would give it a try.

    My mom has lost 50 lbs from it. The structure has really helped her
  • ladixson1
    ladixson1 Posts: 7 Member
    I bought the 21 Day Fix along with the Shakes. I did the program last week, then fell off the wagon this week :( Here's my experience, a highlight of my research and my opinion.

    Meal Plan (Containers) - My calorie intake was about the same as when I log my food and am watch my calories. I adjusted my macros on MFP to 40,30,30 and it basically fits right in those macros. That being said, I did a better job meal planning using the color system and it helped increase my fruit/veggie intake as well as lower my starchy carb intake. Also, I think the approved foods help with overall health and weight loss.

    Shakes - This one is a little trickier... I doubt I'll buy the shakes again because they are so expensive, but I drink one for a snack everyday and I'll say that I have more energy and have better bowel movements than I've had in a long time. Also, I quit smoking and pretty much cut out sweets and felt no withdrawals. I honestly believe this is from the shakes because I've quit these things before (both while eating healthy and working out and times when that wasn't the case) and always had withdrawals.

    Workout Videos - I really like them. I mean, I really like them. Admittedly, I don't have a lot of experience with a lot of videos, but I love the workout/rest routine and I find Autumn motivating and not overbearing. I like that it is only 30ish minutes, that it can be built upon and used for several cycles before not feeling challenged, and that it varies everyday.

    Research - Most of my research was about the Shakes and all of it was online... I found good, bad and ugly but I think that is to be expected if you research anything long enough. My overall impression was that there are some potentially great benefits to the shakes, but there are less expensive alternatives out there.

    All that being said, I really like the program and am getting back on the wagon on Monday! I could use a really good 21 Day Fix buddy if anyone wants to pair up. And really, I mean seriously working together towards a common goal and not just finding support thru a chat forum (not that there is anything wrong with it... I just need someone to text me and say "Hey is your *kitten* out of bed to workout?) and be accountable to.

    Oh yeah, in that one week, I lost 3.4 pounds and an inch off of my waist (it was the only measurement I took post week 1). So, I think it's working, I just need to stay more motivated!
  • tara_means_star
    tara_means_star Posts: 957 Member
    My husband and I did 21 day fix. I stopped doing it and started logging calories but still use the DVD workouts which are great. My husband is still using the containers because he finds it more manageable than logging calories and he's had great success. He's lost about 20 pounds in under 2 months.
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