Day 22 - Lets talk about the Max phase.

So my time on the challenge is slowly coming to a close. I believe that this is one of the best experiences I've ever had as far as a "diet" is concerned. With the exception, of course, of the fiber drink, and the difficulty of eating enough calories, I have thoroughly enjoyed this whole experience. 

But I'll have to say that the supplements that I have been taking on the Max phase have had the most positive affect on me. I never thought that I would be so motivated, or have so much energy without a crash. I have taken other doctor prescribed supplements in the past, and while they did have similar effects as far as energy is concerned, by the afternoon I was ready to pass out. Kudos to Advocare for making such an effective concoction for sure.

I'm also very fond of the spark energy drinks. In fact, I have ordered a canister, and plan to replace my coffee every morning with it. The effects last much longer than coffee, and it's actually nutritionally better for you. I have tried both the fruit punch and Cherry. Cherry wasn't desirable at all to me, but the fruit punch was really good. Tomorrow we try pink lemonade, and if I like it, I will most likely be getting some for the DH. He is already aware that there will be some changes when he gets home, and does not oppose to becoming a more healthy couple.

In fact, that is one of my main goals. I want to be someone who works out alongside their husband, rather than just watch him keep his body fit. M and I actually want to be able to outdo our husbands workout, as far-fetched as that may seem. We find it very motivating to have such high standards set in place for both of us. I don't think either of us would have made as far as we have without the constant motivation of each other. We both have come a long way from where we started, and it's only because we pushed ourselves and each other past our comfort level. I knew i had met my match when M asks, "Do you want me to kill you?", then proceeds to show me the "machine-o-death." I wanted to die, but no matter how much it hurt, we didn't stop until we were done. That's how it should be. 

You can't really expect good results if you're stopping when the pain starts. Now I'm not saying don't listen to your body, but, pain is going to happen. It doesn't mean that your body can't go past that point. The statement "no pain, no gain" is more than just that. If you're not pushing your limits, you're not succeeding. It's not easy. If it were easy, it would just be "the way."

And on that note, I'm going to lead by example. I'm going to get some good rest tonight, then I'm going to KILL IT at the gym tomorrow. Hopefully, I won't die. If I do, well, at least I went out doing SOMETHING in the way of a positive change.. 

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