Feeling the post-holiday slump? Tired of overindulging and ready for a change? You’re not alone! As we approach the New Year, many of us are turning our thoughts to fresh starts and healthier lifestyles. If you’ve decided to make a life-changing commitment to lose weight with the New You Plan, congratulations! You’re taking the first step towards a healthier, happier you in 2025.
As you look at your New You Plan order, you might feel a mix of excitement and overwhelm. Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with our 10 tips for starting and smashing your first week on The New You Plan.
1. Get Organised
Clear out those Christmas chocolates and make space for your New You packets. Organise your packs and bars into a system that works for you. Planning ahead for the week can help you transition smoothly from holiday mode to healthy living. Some people like to plan ahead for the week and separate meals into specific days and bag them up so they can just grab and go. No thinking required!
We also suggest that before you leave the house, pop a bar or two in your bag. This is a great way to prepare for any unexpected ‘eating’ situations that you may find yourself in or if you are out later than you expected.
Invest in a reusable water bottle to make sure you are getting your daily water intake when you’re out and about too.
2. Pick Your Start Date
Choose a specific date to begin your journey. Whether it’s January 1st or a few days into the New Year, commit to it. Inform friends and family about your new plan – their support will be crucial as you navigate post-holiday social events.
3. Planning is Key
After weeks of spontaneous eating, it’s time to get back on track. Create a structured plan with achievable milestones. This will help you shift from holiday indulgence to focused weight loss.
Make sure you record your weight and measurements and take some before photos with your I AM IN photo. You may not like images of yourself but they are super important so you can compare them with others you will take during your journey. Plus, you can use your I AM IN photo to enter our 2025 Transformation Story Challenge!
4. Understand the Products
Stick to 4 products a day (5 if you’re over 17 stone) and 3-4 litres of water. This balanced approach will help your body transition from holiday excess to healthy weight loss.
5. Join our Community
Connect with others who are starting their New Year journey in our Facebook groups. The support and motivation from fellow members can be crucial in these early days of change.
You will be welcomed and encouraged at every step of your unique journey. You won’t feel alone as there are plenty of people on the same path as you and experienced Plan’ers to cheer you on.
The great thing is that our community groups are totally secret, so nobody else apart from fellow slimmers will see what you post. You can also make use of the ‘Files’ section, where it explains what you can and can’t have whilst on the plan.
6. Navigate Days 1-3
The first few days might be challenging as your body adjusts from holiday eating. Stay focused and remember why you started this journey. As your body detoxes, you may feel tired and have a headache or two. To get through this, we suggest warm baths, early nights and paracetamol. You will need to stay 100% focused on these three days and push your way through them, so make sure you have plenty of support. Before you know it, your body will be in ketosis, burning fat for fuel and you will be feeling fabulous!
7. Embrace Days 4-7
Ketosis usually kicks in between days 4 – 7, but everyone is different. You will know when you have reached this stage when you feel more energised. There can be other short-lived signals to look out for such as a metallic taste in your mouth or ‘Ketosis breath’ as it’s known, and this is completely normal.
8. Your First Weigh-In
Wait a full week before your first weigh-in. This gives your body time to adjust from holiday weight fluctuations and provides a more accurate starting point. Record your weight, share it in our online community if you like, and then weigh yourself on the same day every week.
Weighing yourself more often can be demotivating as your weight fluctuates during the week. Don’t torture yourself! We appreciate it’s easy to say, but don’t compare your weight loss to others. Your journey is unique to you. Also, don’t be discouraged by the numbers on the scales, as the numbers on the tape measure could be different to the last time and you probably lost inches instead!
9. Ease into Exercise
We don’t recommend intensive exercise during your first week as your body is already going through a lot of changes, however, a brisk walk in the fresh air wouldn’t hurt. Exercise isn’t essential in order to lose weight on plan.
If you feel that you want to include exercise in your plan once you are firmly established on your journey, you may find that you need to eat an extra pack in order to keep your calories above 450 to stay medically safe.
10. Stay Positive
You might encounter skepticism about your new diet, especially right after the holidays. Remember, this is your journey towards a healthier 2025. There will always be someone who will have an opinion on what you’re doing-especially when it comes down to diet. People may say that this plan isn’t safe but it’s 100% safe.
Just remember that this is your journey, your body and your mind. The doubters will soon see the pounds falling off you and then they will want to know more about how you did it! You have our permission to tell them ‘I told you so!’
As you prepare to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome a new, healthier you in 2025, remember that The New You Plan is here to support you every step of the way. Leave behind the holiday excesses and embrace a fresh start with confidence. Here’s to a New Year and a New You!
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