21 Day Fix - To Do or Not To Do
jpoutney
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Someone I know who's experiencing the same difficulties I am and trying to eat healthy and get in shape is encouraging me to try the 21 Day Fix. Any thoughts about this? Have any of you tried it with success or regret? Any other advice?
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21 Day Fix works.... but it made me become so neurotic about putting my foods in the containers that I was brought to hysterics over the thought of going out to eat for a grandmother's birthday. Something it has taken me a year and a 30lb gain to get over. As a survivor of the Beachbody Coach phenomena, It's a good program but if you're not 100% into it, then don't bother.0
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IF you exercising on an almost daily basis already- then maybe Ok just for heck of it.
IF you are largely sedentary with only occasional exercise- Definitely NOT
38 years or 13870 days to get where you are NOW- Not a good idea to "fix" in 21 days.
21 DAY FIX is not a lifestyle you can maintain no matter how tempting it sounds!0 -
Do the workout dvds, but ignore the containers. Find what your calorie intake should and log food on MFP. If you can, try to get the dvds on eBay.1
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I vote not to do.0
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I'm not into the container system. It doesn't really teach you what you should learn to make it a lifestyle. The workouts are nice though, I just prefer counting calories and macros and actually learning about what foods I love and how I can fit them into my daily routine.0
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Super expensive Tupperware. Buy a food scale instead. Much more useful.0
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Costco sells 20 assorted color and size food storage containers for $15. And that's what 21 day fix is based on.
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Someone I know who's experiencing the same difficulties I am and trying to eat healthy and get in shape is encouraging me to try the 21 Day Fix. Any thoughts about this? Have any of you tried it with success or regret? Any other advice?
It depends on what your difficulties are. 21 day fix is basically an expensive, badly named, rigid but not unhealthy, method of imposing portion control.
What are those difficulties? Maybe we could try brainstorming.0 -
I LOVE the workouts! I use MFP to keep track of my calories, so I don't use the container system. However, I really enjoy the workouts. (Well, except for upper body day. I HATE upper body day!
) I like that each workout is 30 minutes long and that there is a new target each day: Total Body Cardio, Upper Body, Lower Body, Pilates, etc. Each day is different, and I love that!
Yes, it's got a crappy name, because we all know you can't "fix" your body in 21 days. However, if you do multiple rounds of it, and I have, you WILL see a difference. I think the important thing is that this "system" will get you in a routine, and once you're in that routine, you can move beyond the 30 minute workout. (Like TurboFire, which is SO much fun, but has longer workouts).
Oh! For the record, I am NOT a Beachbody coach nor have I ever been one. I just love and enjoy some of their workouts.0 -
Do the workout but not the container system. This is what got me back into eating well and fitness again after I got so ridiculously over weight.0
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I was so overwhelmed and frustrated by the container system that I lasted two days. I enjoyed the workouts for those two days, but then my DVD started skipping and I took it as a sign that this wasn't the program for me. I'd much rather weigh my veggies on a food scale than try to cram as many as possible into whatever color container.0
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They have a similar program for sale at Walmart for $10. The only thing that you don't get with it are the workout DVD's. If you really feel the need to try it I would go that route.0
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Another vote for do the workouts, if you'd like. But save your money and track your eating on MFP.
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even the workouts unless free aren't worth it.
fitnessblender.com has the same thing and it's free.0 -
Ok a lot of people here did not read or do research this diet works for multiple reasons! First of all they give u a specific food list that works because it's healthy food that targets specific fat burning and etc. then basically the containers are for portion control which so many of us lack measure your food then place it in another container eventually you will learn how to use portion control without them that's the point. You can practice any exercise regimen and it will work. Obviously if u need to lose a lot of weight reatart every 21 days until you reach ur goal!!! But this diet WORKS 100%0
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Unfortunately there are NO FOODS that target and burn fat. Actually eating less than one needs to does regardless of food choices will do.joannveras186 wrote: »Ok a lot of people here did not read or do research this diet works for multiple reasons! First of all they give u a specific food list that works because it's healthy food that targets specific fat burning and etc.
Which is why MFP worksthen basically the containers are for portion control which so many of us lack
ANY DIET works IF one does CICO and basically portion control for many, is that. One doesn't have to spend a ton of money for assorted size Tupperware though.measure your food then place it in another container eventually you will learn how to use portion control without them that's the point. You can practice any exercise regimen and it will work. Obviously if u need to lose a lot of weight reatart every 21 days until you reach ur goal!!! But this diet WORKS 100%
And why would one "restart" every 21 days?
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Thanks guys. Yeah, sounds too militaristic for me...and I don't want my kids seeing all the tupperware and me going mad over portions. MFP has helped a lot with portion control so that by dinner, I know exactly what and how much to put on my plate. I don't log in front of my kids; just want them to see Mom eating better and exercising and feeling great. My friend is a BeachBody Coach by the way, but honestly she's just wanting to help. Wasn't pushing it on me. Our stories were just so similar and that's what worked for her.0
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Thanks guys. Yeah, sounds too militaristic for me...and I don't want my kids seeing all the tupperware and me going mad over portions. MFP has helped a lot with portion control so that by dinner, I know exactly what and how much to put on my plate. I don't log in front of my kids; just want them to see Mom eating better and exercising and feeling great. My friend is a BeachBody Coach by the way, but honestly she's just wanting to help. Wasn't pushing it on me. Our stories were just so similar and that's what worked for her.
If you want to try the workouts, I'm sure you can find them on eBay or online somewhere (yes, I'm talking illegal download). I don't have it, but doesn't Beachbody have an online system now? I think you get the first 30 days free, so you could check out the workouts and see if you like them. Also, look up Autumn Calabrese on Youtube. She has some short workouts, and that way you can see if you like her teaching style.0 -
Thanks guys. Yeah, sounds too militaristic for me...and I don't want my kids seeing all the tupperware and me going mad over portions. MFP has helped a lot with portion control so that by dinner, I know exactly what and how much to put on my plate. I don't log in front of my kids; just want them to see Mom eating better and exercising and feeling great. My friend is a BeachBody Coach by the way, but honestly she's just wanting to help. Wasn't pushing it on me. Our stories were just so similar and that's what worked for her.
I did it before and don't regret it, but now that I'm using MFP I don't think I'll ever do the program again. If you are measuring/weighing your food already and doing well calorie counting, then I don't think you'd get much from it. What I liked about it was that I really only used the containers the first day and ended up weighing food and using the containers as measuring cups thereafter. I quickly learned it was about focusing on lean proteins, complex carbs, veggies and fruits. It trained me to eat A LOT more vegetables and I found myself quite satisfied and healthy feeling. The workouts were okay, but nothing special. I found the food focus to be the most unique thing about the program and loved how it got me eating more nutritionally packed foods.
I didn't last the full 21 days because frankly I missed popcorn, cheese, hummus, nuts, and junk food. Having either 2 tbsp of hummus OR a serving of nuts OR some cheese - I couldn't last. And I can enjoy those things while I calorie count still. MFP kind of un-21dayfixed my brain so that I didn't feel guilty having chocolate or milk in my coffee or chips... I just now weight/measure and track and still lose.
And there are times I'm tempted to go back to the program to clean up my eating a bit (ie: start eating more veggies or cut back on empty calories) but then I think "I can just start telling myself to have 5 servings of vegetables today and that gives me exactly what the 21 day fix gave me."
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joannveras186 wrote: »Ok a lot of people here did not read or do research this diet works for multiple reasons! First of all they give u a specific food list that works because it's healthy food that targets specific fat burning and etc. then basically the containers are for portion control which so many of us lack measure your food then place it in another container eventually you will learn how to use portion control without them that's the point. You can practice any exercise regimen and it will work. Obviously if u need to lose a lot of weight reatart every 21 days until you reach ur goal!!! But this diet WORKS 100%
@joannveras186 how does it handle reverse dieting? or maintenance? or gaining?0 -
Honestly, I would just use MFP and fitnessblender on youtube.0
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If you want a 30 day free trial you can sign up for Beachbody on Demand. It has a lot of the complete older programs on there (Insanity, P90X, ect) and you can preview the newer programs before you buy (preview: one full workout from each of the newer programs is on demand). If you keep on demand it's 2.99/wk (bills quarterly) - and if you choose to order a new program it's also in your online library. That is where I get my workouts.
21 day fix is poorly named. It's just like any other program except being 60 days or 90 days it's 21 days. People that say "restart" gives the MLM haters fuel. After 21 days you do another round or move on to something else. There is someone who modifies the difficult moves so if you aren't used to working out its can be an easier shorter program to ease into a fitness plan.
I have done the portion containers but prefer to log my food. CICO has been successful for me and I'm not switching up my system that's getting me result.
*not a coach - just like the BB workout programs. I've done a lot of free programs before and after a while you are getting what you pay for.0 -
I do a lot of Beachbody workouts, but do not use the Shakeology program or food containers. I like 21 Day Fix, Turbo Fire, Hard Corps, T25 and P90X/3, but my favorite is Les Mills Combat! To watch what I eat, I read nutrition labels and use MFP to track my food/habits. I work out at least 30 minutes a day, Monday through Friday and rest on the weekends... unless I'm feeling spunky!
My co-worker and workout buddy is a Beachbody coach and she doesn't pressure me to do anything. If she did, we wouldn't be friends! LOL! If you feel that you DO want a Beachbody coach, one who doesn't pressure and only supports, let me know and I will give you her name (you CAN choose which coach you want when you create an account with Beachbody). I do it without a coach, so it isn't necessary to have one.
You have to do what YOU want to do. Only do what you feel good doing and don't overdo it. Stick to YOUR goals, and not someone else's! I guess what I'm trying to say is, do what works best for YOU and remember... you won't know if it is for you until you try it! Good luck!0 -
I can't imagine having to wash all those little containers every day. That would drive me crazy.0
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joannveras186 wrote: »Ok a lot of people here did not read or do research this diet works for multiple reasons! First of all they give u a specific food list that works because it's healthy food that targets specific fat burning and etc. then basically the containers are for portion control which so many of us lack measure your food then place it in another container eventually you will learn how to use portion control without them that's the point. You can practice any exercise regimen and it will work. Obviously if u need to lose a lot of weight reatart every 21 days until you reach ur goal!!! But this diet WORKS 100%
Strong first post. Let me guess, you are a "coach"?
There are no foods that target fat burning. That is just nonsense. For portion control, one could just use a kitchen scale. No need for someone to spend tons of money on overpriced Tupperware.0 -
I have a bit of a Tupperware fetish, so I have to admit that all those neat little containers appeal to me. I think the program is better than most in terms of focusing on portion control rather than a magic pill, but it still doesn't truly teach you how to weigh and measure foods for the long term. I assume you won't be taking your containers with you to a family gathering or out for dinner, so they have a very limited use.0
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Of course it will work. Every programme which asks you to eat on a calorie deficit (21 fix does that using the containers) and asks you to workout as well will work if you follow it (kinda obvious, isn't it?)
Just don't know why you'd want to pay money for this. You can eat less calories and exercise for free.0 -
If you want to try it - look it up on Pinterest. All the measurements, food lists, and calorie guides are there. Buy your own (dollar store) containers and mark the measurement with a Sharpie.
For me, I can't see using this. I don't eat just "ingredients," I eat recipes and premade food too. 21DF does have recipes, but have to use 1/2 of this container, 1/4 of that. Then you're stuck with keeping a worksheet with all your partial container amounts. It's basically a rip-off of the old Weight Watcher Exchanges.....just much less versatile.
MFP (and a food scale) is great for ALL things.0 -
Love the workouts... got me started on my journey and I'm thankful that I did them! I never did the containers though as it seemed like a lot of work. I just log in MFP and watch my macros. Figure out what macros you need and do it that way IMO. Good luck!
P.S. Weigh your food if possible because measuring containers are NOT accurate!!! They are way off and a lot of people not seeing results even though logging calories suffer from inaccurate measurements (me as well!).0
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