I recently told you about my goals for 2016 and of those, the first goal for this year is losing weight. In order to achieve this I’m now testing the Slimpod Gold Program from Thinking Slimmer which is a 12 week program.
I have been following this programme every day (well, most of the days as there were days that I forgot) but I have been trying to be consistent with my listening. I have also been writing down things that are happening to me since I started listening to the pod. I was a little bit apprehensive about this program at the beginning as it sounds too easy to be true as you are not following a specific diet to actually lose weight but instead listening to a recording. The interesting part of this pod is that it goes straight to your unconsciousness. When you listen, which is for about 9 minutes every day, all the information is provided and it helps you to later choose healthier options meaning that without realising it, you start losing weight because of this change in the way you think.
I’m not going to tell you that you magically stop thinking about foods that are bad for you but it definitely helps you to choose a healthier meal. Anyway, enough with all of this and lets go straight to the facts. These are all the effects that I have been feeling since I have started listening this pod:
- Drinking more water: this is something really interesting as I wasn’t drinking enough water lately. I had gotten into a horrible habit of just not choosing water as my first option for a drink. This was really bothering me for a while as I know how important it is to drink lots of water. This happened to me the next day after listening to the pod for the first time. I thought it was strange to get that effect so quickly but since then I am only drinking water at home. If I’m out and about I order a juice, always with water aside.
- Stop drinking diet coke: this goes along with the previous fact. I have been having for a long time one can of decaf diet coke. I only had just one but then it has been increasing to 2 or even 3 per day lately which was of course really bad and it was not just the decaf diet cole but the diet coke, so even worse. This happened to me the same day as with the water. I stopped having a can of coke together with my meals for good. I haven’t had coke since the day after I started listening to the pod for the first time. For me this is just amazing as coke is just so bad for you.
- Less snacking: I was so pleased when I stopped having lots of snacks every day. Now I have reduced it to one at mid morning and another one at mid afternoon. I’m very happy with this as if you are not careful you can really snack all day long.
- No more chocolates: I literally haven’t had any chocolate since I’m doing this. It is so strange but I don’t even think about it.
- Pudding: I failed with this a little bit because we went to a birthday party and I had cake, 🙁 I know!! What a shame but it was just so good to say no. lol
- Fruit Smoothies: I used to do this a lot before I was pregnant with Sienna but then I stopped. Last week, it was just so weird. I just kind of fancied it and prepared my first smoothie and I loved it. A very simple one: banana, strawberries and orange juice. All fresh. No sugar added. So now I’m doing this at least every other day if possible. It fills me and makes a good mid morning snack.
- More Active: the Slimpod Gold Program also comes with a Fitpod that motivates you to be more active. This was also part of my goals for 2016 . I really want to be more active as it would definitely help me on my journey to lose weight. Things have kind of happened in a way that have helped me to be able to be more active as I have been picking Bella up from school since the new term started (previously someone from school who lived nearby did this but they are no longer able to). The interesting thing here is before I would’ve chosen to use the car as I would’ve been too lazy to walk but this time I had some strength and will power that seemed to naturally push me to walk to the school with Sienna in the pushchair. I have been doing this all the time now and it feels great although it is damn freezing out there at the moment!!
- Eating out: on Sunday we went out for lunch with the girls. I was actually very hungry as we left late so it was about 1:30 pm when we ate. I’d also had breakfast very early so was I was really ready to eat. When we arrived, we asked for the menu which had lots of yummy options but for some reason I ordered meat with veggies and a little bit of smashed potato. The meal was very nice and tasty but it was a big surprise to myself when I didn’t feel to finish the whole plate. It was a big portion but in another moment I would’ve eaten everything.
- Thinking about Food: food is not one of my priorities anymore. I honestly can be hours without thinking that I’m hungry. I even check the time sometimes and I’m surprised that its lunchtime or dinner time already. This is great because the day passes quicker and I’m not eating all day.
- Used train instead of the car: I’m normally very lazy sometimes and if you ask me to choose between the car or walk and use the public transport I will say no, I’ll drive. This is the lazy answer right? Well the other day I had to take Bella to the hospital for an appointment and we would’ve normally gone in the car but I decided I would use the overground this time. It was nice to choose the more active option instead of driving.
When I started this programme I signed a contract to myself and I wrote down 3 goals that I would like to achieve by the end of the 12 weeks. These 3 goals are:
- Drop one UK size. I’m now using size 12 and I would like to return to size 10.
- Do 4 laps around the park. I haven’t started this yet, but I will do when Sienna is properly settled at nursery.
- Be healthier. I would definitely like to choose healthier options.
I’m planning to check my weight every Sunday if I can. I did this last Sunday and apparently I have lost 600 grams. I know it is not a lot but I would rather see the numbers stay or go down rather than go up, so that for me is great!
Well this is all I can say about my first update. I can say it looks good so far. Let’s hope it keeps that way.
Have you heard of the Slimpods from Thinking Slimmer? What do you think about them? Do you think this is something that you would try? What do you think about my first Progress Update? Leave me a comment below as I’m very curious to read what your thoughts are.
*Disclaimer: I received the Slimpod Gold program to try for the period of 12 weeks but everything else is my truly honest opinion. There are included some affiliates links.
Thanks for stopping by,
Love you all ❤️
Franca 💋
The Speed Bump says
This sounds so interesting – I’ve read a fair bit about the idea of thinking yourself slimmer and a lot of people swear by it! Great update and best of luck! #BloggerClubUK
Emma says
I have never heard of the slim pods but they sound interesting. I also have a thing for diet coke so anything that helps me nip that naughty habit in the bud. #bloggerclubuk
Rachel says
Really interesting read. No puddings is something I would struggle with though. Am trying to drink lots more water this year though #bestandworst xx
Ellie @ Hand Me Down BaBy says
Wow, it’s interesting to hear about the changes you’re already experiencing. I wouldn’t have expected anything to change so quickly but sometimes it really is just a case of mind over matter…and now you have a little help in that area. I hope you continue to see really positive results! xx
Romi says
Qué bueno que comenzaste tu dieta!! Te felicito cuando te lo propones lo consigues y estoy segura esta ves lo lograras de nuevo!!!!
Yo también estoy a dieta
helen gandy says
I have heard of slimpod, I tried it out a little while ago but I have to admit even though I quite liked listening to them I didn’t really find it had a huge impact on my weight and dieting, I guess what it did do was make me more aware of what I was eating. Thanks for linking up and good luck 🙂 #bestandworst
Azaria says
Such an interesting concept. I used podcasts to help with relaxation around exam time at Uni and it certainly helped. I am quite keen to see your progress with this.
Azaria
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amomentwithfranca says
This program also comes with a relaxation pod, so you have the slimpod, the fitpod so you are more active and the chillpod to get more relaxed so 3 in 1 so it is very good!! Thanks for commenting lovely, 🙂 xx
Random Musings says
Sounds like you’re doing really well, especially kicking the can of coke! I drink far too much coke, I really must stop. Goo d luck with the rest of the weeks 🙂 Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
Debbie
amomentwithfranca says
Thank you Debbie. I’m also very happy to not have a can of coke anymore. I was surprised that it happened so quick. Thanks for commenting!! 🙂 xx
Julie Downes says
Oh wow. It sounds like you are doing really well. I really struggle to stop snacking in the evening at the moment as I’ve started eating dinner early with the children so I sort of feel peckish later in the evening! #KCACOLS
amomentwithfranca says
So far I’m really please as I’m choosing better meals but still my weight is not going down as much! Let’s see what happens. Thanks for commenting lovely! 🙂 xx
Kelly Robinson says
I am starting slimming world next week in prep for my wedding. So hard to be healthy when you have small children. The water thing is something I need to seriously improve on. #KCACOLS
Kayla says
I have been drinking so many smoothies lately! They are soooo good! #KCACOLS
Coombe Mill says
Drinking diet coke is so addictive, I try to make it a holidays or travelling thing only. I don’t keep it in the house. If you can keep on track with all these things you’ll smash your target. #KCACOLS
OneDizzyBee says
I wish you all the best with your weight loss! So tough, I know, but every loss, no matter how small, is a step in the right direction. As my doctor is fond of saying, “you didn’t put it on overnight, you shouldn’t expect it to come off overnight”. Great going!
Laura @ Dot makes 4 says
I’ve heard of thinking Slimmer’s Slimpods before, but I always thought it was too good to be true!
Good luck, I hope it goes well for you lovely!
Laura xx
#KCACOLS
wendy says
This is so interesting. Sounds like the slim pod is starting to work already. Well done on giving up the diet coke so easily, considering you were having it every day. Goid luck with your goals, by the sounds of it you will easily achieve them xx #kcacols
Becky, Cuddle Fairy says
I haven’t heard of the Slimpod Gold weight loss plan but the changes you have made sound terrific. Cutting out diet coke is a big one, that stuff is so unhealthy. It’s not easy to cut out nice things all together, I hope you are allowed a treat now & again? Best of luck with your healthy lifestyle & weight loss plan. #KCACOLS
Mommy's Little Princesses says
Firstly well done Franca honey you’re doing so well! I have never heard of Slimpod Gold before but I must admit I’m really intrigued..xx #KCACOLS
Rebecca | AAUBlog says
this sounds brilliant – good luck with it all! #KCACOLS
MimirosEandme says
It sounds so interesting and you are doing so well! Good luck with the upcoming week. I shall look forward to an update! #KCACOLS
Crummy Mummy says
I’ve never heard of this but what a good idea – a bit like hypnosis! I really need to stop drinking diet coke… #KCACOLS
Laura's Lovely Blog says
Well done Franca, this is so interesting how you are making lots more healthier choices, I really cannot wait to see how well you don in future weigh-ins x
Pickinguptoys says
Never heard of it but sounds good!This is also one of my goals this year and I’m determined to get the weight off once and for all!Well done on losing in your first week that’s fab x #kcacols
Sara at Handy Herbs says
Well done for starting off so well! I am sure you will achieve your goals. I haven’t heard of this approach but I shall be watching your journey with interest 🙂 I am trying hard currently to drink more water. #KCACOLS
Kathy @ hopes, dreams and chocolate says
This is great start Franca xx well done! It is interesting how a lot of the changes you have made without really thinking, like drinking water and no chocolate! I don’t drink enough water. Drink so much tea. I used to have a Pepsi Max addiction. Thankfully I just enjoy every now and then as a treat and no longer have it in the house. My mum drinks so much we have re-named it Pepsi-Smack!
#KCACOLS
Kathy xx
Jessica Powell (Babi a Fi) says
I’m hearing such good things about the slimpod from everyone! It sounds like it is starting to work, with you just fancying more fruit and stuff. It’s really good that it helped you stop drinking coke!! I tend to have a glass or two a week, but my OH is absolutely addicted to normal coke. He has at least one of the big family bottles a day and it really worries me. x #KCACOLS