Okay, so here we go, my first week doing this e2m meal plan thing. I’d heard a bit about it, seen some folks getting results, and figured, why not give it a shot, right? Needed a bit of a reset, if you know what I mean.
Getting Started & The Big Shop
So, the first thing I did was actually read through the plan for week one. Seemed straightforward enough on paper. Lots of whole foods, specific combinations, that sort of stuff. Then came the grocery store trip. Man, oh man. I armed myself with the list, and let me tell you, it felt like I was prepping for a small army. Lots of lean protein – chicken, fish, eggs – and a mountain of veggies. I remember thinking, “Am I really going to eat all this?” But, I stuck to the list, tried not to get sidetracked by the cookie aisle, which, believe me, called my name.
Sunday afternoon, I decided to do a bit of meal prep. This was a game changer, I think. I cooked up a bunch of chicken breasts, chopped a load of vegetables, and portioned out some snacks. Figured if it was ready to go, I’d be less likely to mess up when I was hungry or tired.
The First Few Days
Monday morning rolled around. Woke up, had my water, then made the first breakfast. It was… different. Not bad, just different from my usual grab-whatever-is-quick routine. The first couple of days, honestly, were a bit of an adjustment. I found myself thinking about food more than usual, probably because it was all new. I was definitely drinking a ton of water, which the plan emphasized.
My energy levels were a bit up and down. Sometimes I felt great, other times a little sluggish, especially in the afternoons. I think that was just my body getting used to the new fuel. I made sure to stick to the meal times pretty rigidly. No random snacking, which was a big one for me.
- Breakfast was usually something with eggs or a specific protein shake.
- Lunch involved a lot of salads with that prepped chicken.
- Dinner was more protein and veggies.
I won’t lie, there were moments. Especially around day three. I had a bit of a headache, felt a craving for something sweet, something carby. But I just kept telling myself, “It’s just one week to start, stick it out.” I’d grab some more water or one of the approved snacks if it was time.
Hitting My Stride (Sort Of)
By Thursday, things started to feel a bit more… normal. The routine was setting in. I was getting quicker at putting the meals together. I even started to experiment a little with the approved seasonings to make things taste a bit more interesting. Can’t say I became a gourmet chef overnight, but hey, it wasn’t just plain steamed broccoli anymore.
One thing I really focused on was eating everything on the plan. Even if I wasn’t super hungry, I’d eat the portion. The idea, I guess, is to trust the process. I did miss a few things, for sure. My evening cup of tea with a biscuit, that was a tough one to skip. But I managed.
End of Week One Reflections
So, I made it through week one. Honestly? I felt pretty good by Sunday. Less bloated, for sure. Maybe a bit more energy overall than when I started, which was a nice surprise. It was definitely a learning curve. Lots of planning, lots of cooking at home. I didn’t weigh myself or anything, just wanted to focus on getting through the week and following the food.
The biggest takeaway for me was realizing how much mindless eating I used to do. This plan really made me think about what I was putting into my body and when. It wasn’t always easy, and there were a couple of times I really had to dig deep to stick with it, especially when family were eating other stuff. But, all in all, a successful first week. Now, onto week two, I suppose!
