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Jenny Craig – 6 Week Update

July 12, 2016 33 Comments

I was provided a free trial Jenny Craig program and meals. However, the opinions expressed are entirely my own.Tracking Pixel

Wow, I can’t believe I just finished up my sixth week on the Jenny Craig program! (Need a little backstory? Here’s my getting started story.)

Jenny Craig 6 Week Check In Her Heartland Soul

It’s weird in that I feel like no time has passed since I started my Jenny Craig journey, but at the same time my eating habits have done a total 180. Following the program feels like second nature to me now. It’s so true when people say that repetition is the key to success. Eating consistently, but never over-eating, mixed with a little exercise has been truly working wonders.  Here’s where I’m at six weeks in:

jenny craig six week weight loss her heartland soul

Left: Around 193 pounds Right: Around 181 pounds

  • I’m down 11.4 pounds! (And noticing it most in my waist, arms, and jaw.) For the first time in a very long time, I fit into a size 10 dress in my closet and it felt amazing. (I’m still a long way away from the sixes I’ve kept from three years ago, but I’ll get there!)
  • The first three weeks were smooth sailing with me not exercising at all, following the Jenny Craig meal plan, and consistently losing 2+ pounds a week. I think my metabolism caught on to my weight loss game, because the next two weeks I struggled with a plateau, losing only .2 or .5 pounds a week. It was super disheartening as I felt I still had so far to go to already be struggling with not losing weight, but it was the kick in the pants I needed to start exercising. I began walking on the treadmill over my lunch hour while catching up on blogs and trying to walk an additional mile or two around town after work. I wasn’t doing much, but it was exactly what my metabolism needed to get me out of my funk and help my body lose another two pounds the next week.

My Favorite Jenny Craig Meals Her Heartland Soul

  • I’ve been asked a lot if it’s okay to cheat on this program. And I don’t really know how to answer that, because my daily menu includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, two snacks, and a piece of chocolate cheesecake every night for dessert (Some of my very favorite foods are pictured above). That’s a lot of food! But also, I wouldn’t have signed up for this plan if I didn’t want to give it my all. Just like anything in life, your results are based on the effort you put in. I don’t want to be unhealthy anymore. I don’t want to hide from photos or feel embarrassed of my body. So I’m not going to cheat on the program that for the first time in my life is letting me feel in control of myself and like my weight isn’t based on some game of chance. I am all in on this and have no qualms about telling anyone and everyone I’m working on losing weight. The response is always incredibly supportive.

Jenny Craig 6 Week Check In Her Heartland Soul

  • Something that shocked me about this program was how much money Josh and I have saved on food each week since I started the program. This isn’t rocket science, but eating most of your meals out = $$$. My Jenny Craig food costs $185.00 a week, or $26.43 a day.  Previously, Josh and I were spending on one meal what my entire day’s worth of Jenny Craig food now costs. Plus I’m getting built in support from my consultant!  Thankfully for our budget and my waistline, Josh and I have come to enjoy eating meals in. We found we were using restaurants as a crutch to keep us from meal planning and grocery shopping on the weekends. An hour or two of effort sets you up for a week of ease. And when the craving does hit to head out to a fun restaurant or bar, Josh orders a cocktail while I sip a Diet Coke with fresh squeezed lime juice. It tastes like a cocktail, and usually only costs me a dollar or two. Score!
  • This past weekend I went on a blog trip to Kansas City. It was a great time getting to know other bloggers, see all the sights, and wine and dine around one of my favorite Midwest cities. While I was super excited about this opportunity, I was also terrified as it was my first weekend going off plan. My consultant was amazing listening to my concerns and helping me brainstorm ideas for how I could make the best decisions given the circumstances. I put a big emphasis of my plate each meal on fresh fruits and veggies. I also stashed some Anytime Bars and carrot sticks in my bag for when hunger hit while we were out and about. I stepped on a scale yesterday for the first time since Friday and I was down an additional .4 pounds. Woo!

Does Jenny Craig sound like the weight loss program you’ve been looking for? I’m so excited to announce that Jenny Craig has generously offered 12 readers the chance to win a 3-day Jenny Craig Taste of Success Sample Kit. (Using the Rafflecopter below.) Once you try the food for yourself you’ll see what I mean when I say it’s so freaking good! Good luck!
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My @JennyCraig Journey: 6 Week Check In #JennyCraigMoment #nutrition #weightloss

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Questions of the Day: Does Jenny Craig sound like a weight loss program for you? Have you been on a weight loss journey before? What were your biggest struggles? What were some of your successes? Would you want to win a Jenny Craig sample kit?

Results not typical. Members following the Jenny Craig program, on average, lose 1-2 lbs. per week. I received promotional consideration.

Comments

  1. GiGi Eats says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:32 am

    $27 a day?!?!? OMG I need to go on this solely so I can QUIT spending sooooo much $$$$$ on food! Ah ah ha ha!!

    I am thrilled you’re feeling so so so good on this plan though too 🙂 That’s amazing!

    Reply
    • Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says

      July 13, 2016 at 7:46 am

      You crack me up GiGi!

      Reply
  2. sepatuholig says

    July 13, 2016 at 2:19 am

    Oh wow!!! you look greatttt!!!
    Congrats!

    Reply
  3. Maggie says

    July 13, 2016 at 4:42 am

    Id love to try any of the desserts!!

    Reply
  4. Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie says

    July 13, 2016 at 7:24 am

    So happy for you so far!! Keep it up 🙂

    Reply
  5. Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says

    July 13, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Congratulations!!! You look wonderful, as always, but I’m so glad you’re feeling great.

    Reply
  6. Carlie says

    July 13, 2016 at 9:48 am

    How beautiful are you?! I admire your dedication, especially when someone is having a cocktail right in front of you!

    The zesty tortellini soup sounds SO good.

    Reply
  7. Leanna says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:14 am

    You look beautiful

    Reply
  8. Vanessa says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:28 am

    I love the feeling of making great food choices, knowing that your body is appreciating it, and STILL getting to eat often and well. Sounds like you found a great program! I also love SLOW progress. It’s easier to maintain and to wrap your head around.

    Great job, lady!

    Reply
  9. Sarah Brown says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Love hearing about your journey! Keep it up! You look beautiful!

    Reply
  10. Nikki fahey says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:11 am

    The snacks and desserts! meals would be helpful

    Reply
  11. Nicole @ Blunders and Absurdities Blog says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:16 am

    Awesome that you were able to keep losing despite going out of town! I find it hard enough just to maintain 🙂

    Reply
  12. paige c says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:27 am

    the asian style chicken sounds really good!

    Reply
  13. Katell says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:36 am

    The savings are definitely appealing! Good food is worth all the money but a little saving is always great!

    Reply
  14. Hannah @CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    So, SO proud of you!!

    Reply
  15. Steph says

    July 13, 2016 at 1:36 pm

    Congrats! The new hummus and wheat crackers are up my alley

    Reply
  16. Lauren @ Oh Hey! I Like That! says

    July 13, 2016 at 1:54 pm

    Baja chicken quesadillas PLEASE!!!

    Reply
  17. Heidi Thorson says

    July 13, 2016 at 8:10 pm

    Erin you are making such great progress! And you look beautiful as always!

    Reply
  18. Paige says

    July 13, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    I would like to try the chips and pico dip, or a chocolate dessert because I think finding a healthy snack alternative would be a great place for me to start personal improvement! Thanks for sharing this blog. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Annamarie V says

    July 13, 2016 at 10:46 pm

    For breakfast Apple cinnamon oatmeal, lunch or dinner beef chow mein and dessert apple crisp.

    Reply
  20. Kristin says

    July 13, 2016 at 11:31 pm

    There are way too many delicious sounding foods to choose! The beef chow mein sounds yummy and the fish and chips and alfredo… I could go on and on… I’d love to try the cheese curls too

    Great job on the program – you look super!

    Reply
  21. Katrina says

    July 14, 2016 at 6:17 am

    The apple crisp sounds yummy! I am always up for trying new foods, especially budget friendly ones.

    Reply
  22. Kimberly G says

    July 14, 2016 at 7:20 am

    I would love the apple cinnamon oatmeal!

    Reply
  23. barbg says

    July 14, 2016 at 9:05 pm

    Wow this is awesome! I am so happy to find this giveaway. I have always wanted to try their program. Desserts are what I love most. The cakes on their site look yummy for sure.

    Reply
  24. liz lew says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    Baja chicken quesadillas over here

    Reply
  25. sarah s says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:39 pm

    A number of their food items look good, I’m a big fan of lentils so the Lentils with Beef is a dish I would like to try and also the Key Lime Pie:)

    Reply
  26. Birdiebee says

    July 16, 2016 at 8:27 pm

    I would love to try the Cheesy Potatoes & Chicken.

    Reply
  27. Jen says

    July 18, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    The pizza looks pretty tasty.

    Reply
  28. Ashley @ Whiskers and Weights says

    July 27, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    How exciting that you have lost that much weight and have been able to troubleshoot when it stopped going down as fast. You look great!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      July 31, 2016 at 12:27 pm

      Thank you so much Ashley! This comment made my day! <3

      Reply
  29. Jenbird says

    August 2, 2016 at 8:07 am

    I would be really interested in trying their burgers! And I like that they offer some salty snacks, as well as “helpers” like salad dressing and syrup. You’re doing a great job, and I can really tell a difference in your most recent pics!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      August 2, 2016 at 2:31 pm

      Thanks so much girl!! This comment made my day!!

      Reply

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