Who Wants to Join Me???
Addison’s Wonderland Weight Loss Meal Plan- Weeks 1 & 2!
Disclaimer: I am NOT a health, fitness or diet professional. I am simply providing ideas and meal planning that have worked for me along my weight loss journey. ALWAYS consult a professional before beginning any weight loss plan.
Before you read more, make sure you’ve read…
Yes, this is KIND OF like my last post just hopefully better. You know when you do or try something for the first time and then you figure out a better way and you’re like dang, why didn’t I try that to begin with?!? So after lots of e-mails and several great blog comments, I have decided to try last week’s post again. But better. Except this time with your ideas and suggestions. Still with me???
PLUS, I kind of wanted to start a group… a movement. Okay, movement may be a little too fancy. More like a group of us that need to lose 5-100+ pounds or who just want to get healthy… who all want to join together to get inspiration, share ideas, get motivated and hold each other “virtually accountable” all in one place. And that place would be RIGHT here. So if you’ve read “My Weight Loss Story” and you were even a little bit motivated to FINALLY get healthy, you’ve come to the right post. I would LOVE for EVERYONE who wants to start this journey together to say so in the comments below. It can be as simple “I’m in!”
To be completely honest, when I first posted my weight loss story I was completely unsure about even posting it to begin with. Not the most flattering of images along with not the most wonderful weight gain story to share all coming from a girl with zero expertise in the health or fitness industries. And then my story kind of went viral. It was shared on several websites and has been read over 200,000 times. I became flooded with the most amazing stories and some of them so personal. I fell in love with the fact that people felt like they knew me and could share such raw and real emotions with me virtually. So then I decided to share some much requested random meal ideas. Nothing fancy and not really even anything I would call a “recipe”. And once again, one of my “more read” posts. Mark has gotten a total kick out of it because I HATE to cook. And I HATE to grocery shop. But then he said tonight that he thought that was exactly what resinated with some of you. Because there are probably so many of you who are just like me. Totally intimated by all of the fancy recipes and lengthy shopping lists plus absolutely zero time to do it all. My goal is to create the easiest of meal planning, the easiest grocery shopping ideas and the quickest things to cook and prepare. Ever.
So here’s what I’ve changed. First, I’ve added a downloadable grocery list. Please bare with me as this is a first for me! My goal in meal planning is to create the most meals out of the least purchases at the store. That is why you will be purchasing LOTS of each item. Next, I’ve added back the “Pin It” option so you can Pin my recipes to Pinterest and save them to your Recipe Boards. And PLEASE DO because that helps me a ton!! Hehe… shameless begging.
Don’t worry, all of this will NOT take over my blog. You’ll still be bombarded with everything home related with some occasional fashion posts. You will still get every last detail of Our Historic Wonderland along with a peek into our crazy lives. BUT my plan is to post a NEW shopping list with NEW meal ideas once every two to three weeks. Shooting for every two weeks but saying three worst case. For as long as you guys are interested. So I would LOVE your feedback!
First things first… Grocery Shopping List
Printable Version: Healthy Eating Grocery List- Weeks 1-2
BREAKFAST
Avocado Toast
7 Sprouted Grains Bread
1/2 Avocado
A Splash of Lemon or Lime Juice
A Dash of Salt & Pepper
Simply toast a piece of bread, scoop out half of an avocado and spread it onto the bread and finish it off with a splash of lemon juice and a dash of salt and pepper!
LUNCH
Superfood Salad
One Bag Kale Chopped Salad (I omit the croutons)
One Avocado
10 Cherry Tomatoes
Meat of Your Choice (I use a leftover from the night before)
Mix it all together and then top it off with the meat of your choice! I save half of the salad before adding the meat for a dinner side that evening.
SNACKS
Small Handful of Pistachios
Slice of Fresh Mozzarella
Banana w/ 1-2 Tbsp Peanut Butter or Almond Butter
Mini Peppers w/ Hummus
Carrot Chips w/ Hummus
Small Piece of Fruit
DINNER
Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
3-4 Chicken Breasts
15-20 Grape Tomatoes
1/2-1 Cup Plain Greek Yogurt
One Small Onion
One Package Lettuce
A Small Handful of Seeds (not pictured)- I love adding Pepitas!
Cook the chicken until tender. I love cooking it in the crockpot on low for 2-3 hours because it shreds so easily! Once it has cooled, shred or dice the chicken. Slice a small onion and a package of grape tomatoes. Add 1/2-1 cup plain greek yogurt and mix well. Add sliced onions, tomatoes, seeds and any other healthy ingredients you love!
And them add some sides…
Taco Bowl
One Package Ground Turkey or Chicken
One Small Onion
Salsa
One Avocado
Simply brown the ground turkey or chicken and top it off with a diced onion, sliced avocado and a spoon full of salsa!
THE PLAN…
For breakfast and lunch, I eat the exact items above… Avocado Toast for breakfast and Superfood Salad for lunch… every single day for about two weeks.
Here’s what I typically do for dinner… I prepare enough of the two meals above for two nights each and then alternate with a simple fish, veggie and salad dinner to change things up. So for six nights of meal planning, I would do something like this…
Monday- Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps, Veggie & Superfood Salad
Tuesday- Taco Bowl
Wednesday- Grilled Fish, Veggie & Superfood Salad
Thursday- Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps, Veggie & Superfood Salad
Friday- Grilled Fish, Veggie & Superfood Salad
Saturday- Dine Out
Sunday- Taco Bowl
The plan above means I am MAYBE cooking 3-4 nights a week and the other 2-3 nights are leftovers from when I over-prepared earlier in the week. The superfood salad side we eat at dinner is leftover from the salad I prepared that day for lunch or even vice vera if you need a quick lunch to grab on the go!
CHEAT OPTION
Two Final Things…
WATER
Hiding in the back of my grocery stash, you will see two bottles of water. They’re 9.5 pH waters I found at my local Kroger store. I absolutely SWEAR BY drinking highly alkaline water. It all began when I was diagnosed six years ago with a bladder disease called IC. It is beyond miserable yet I was determined to avoid prescription medications at all costs. I researched and tried every method possible to calm the pain from this disease. Literally the very last thing I tried in a desperate attempt to feel better was alkaline water. Although the pain is definitely still there and will always be something I deal with since it is an incurable disease, I have found the most relief from this method. It is also so wonderful (in my opinion) for overall health and weight loss. Creating an alkaline body has been proven to prevent disease and have so many wonderful benefits. I purchase 5 gallon jugs of alkaline water at my local health food store that I use during the week but then always grab some smaller bottles to drink while on the go and refill with our water at home.
PROBIOTICS
Another important aspect of weight loss (in my opinion) is probiotics. All of the antibiotics we take over the course of our lives along with the overall poor diets most of us consume on a daily basis equal poor “gut health”. Kiefer Milk is a great source of live priobiotics and good bacteria. I would highly suggest this and my kiddos love it too!
My Fashion Finds of the Day!
Black Swimsuit / Gypsy Swimsuit / PomPom Tote / Sandals (Blush)
XOXO, Brittany Hayes
Mandy Hoaglund says
Count me in!
Karen Macisaac says
Yes I am in! I need to get back on track. Back in 2000 I lost 80lbs and it has all come back on. I am at the place where u started 220lbs and need to change something. I love your meal ideas they are so simple. Thank u for the inspiration both in home decor and healthy living! You are awesome! ❤️
Michelle says
I’m in!!
Susan says
I’m in!
Sara says
I’m in! Meal planning is what I really struggle with.
Crystal says
Count me in! I have about 50lbs I would like to lose. This is inspiring! And seems pretty simple to do! Thanks for sharing and getting us motivated!
Brie says
I’m in!
Toni says
I’m in!
Rachel Parker says
I’m in!
Kathy Brown says
I’m in, too.
Emily H says
I’m in!! Thanks for all your tips!
KRYSTAL says
In!!
MaryKay Lapp says
I’m in!
LaTisha says
I’m In!
Morgan Graham says
I’m in!
Jamie Harris says
Love love love this!!! Can’t wait to do this!!! Oh and those shoes!!! To die for!!!
Alyssa Owen says
Brittany girl you know mom and I are in! Thank you so much for the advice and support!
Heather says
I’m in!!!!
Heather says
I’m in!!!
Amanda says
Me!!!!
Emily says
I’m in!
Holly Ferguson says
Count me in!!!
Erin C says
Count me in!!
Theresa says
I’m in!!
Kristy says
I’m in!
Melissa Light says
Me me me! I started immediately after reading your post. I have healthy food in my house, but I need to get the processed stuff out of there so I don’t reach for that instead.
Lisa says
I’m in
Desiree says
I’m in!
Lindsay Stadler says
I would love to join!! I have 30+ pounds to lose to feel great again!! Love the idea of easy meals. I too really loathe cooking and grocery shopping. The easier the better! Also, love the idea of holdi g each other accountable.
Amy Muir says
I’m in
Holly cromeens says
I’m in!
Bridgette says
Already bought all of the groceries. Book arrives today! I felt like a bit of a stalker zooming in on your groceries and copying them to the T… I even have hubby involved with me now. I look forward to the journey!
Kati Ghent says
I am in
Charlene says
I’m in!!
Jami says
I’m in!
Jackie says
I’m in!
Holly Music says
I am so in!!!
April says
I’m in!!!!!!
Amanda says
I’m in!!!
Christy says
Love your easy quick meal planning! I lost 40lbs then got injured and 2 surgeries later I’m all better but gained all that weight back! I also have hypothyroidism so I need to eat healthy! Thank you for sharing and starting a group! I’m in!
Julie D says
I’m need a plan. This sounds great.
Darcy Potter says
Sign me up! Thanks for posting the printable shopping list as well 🙂
Katie Taylor says
I’m IN!!
Cicely McNeal says
I’m in!
Tarah Zimmerman says
I am in! Sounds exactly like what I need
Katherine B says
Oh yes!! Count me in! We only have one grocery store in town so I am going to find the closest matches possible on your list and make this work! And those shoes? And that bag? Oh yeah, they are going on the “to purchase” list!
Catherine M says
I’m so in! Perfect timing for me as I was just about to start healthy eating for weight loss and was looking at what to do. This seems great – and easy. Love the motivation. Thank you!!
Jenn says
I’m in!
Tamara Mullen says
I’m in! I have 45 pounds to lose. I had just started weight watchers last week but I think your sweet family is so awesome and I would love the support! :)xoxox Tamara
Jessi says
Count me in too!
Lisa says
I’m in.:)
Ribyn says
I’m in! I made your Avacado toast for breakfast and chicken salad for lunch. Yummmmm!
Alicia Robison says
I am going to try this! Thanks so much for all the great info!
Beth S. says
I’m in!!!
Erin says
I am going to work on following this diet! Love the idea and you are so inspiring!
What are you doing to prepare the fish dinner? Or did I overlook it?
Cannot wait to see what all you have in store for us 🙂
Nikki says
You’re such an inspiration!
I’m in!
Allison says
Love this, count me in!
D. Tuck says
Hello!
I’m loving your blog and I would love to join your group. I also followed you on IG. I’m a new first time mom & hoping to lose a few pounds sooner than later. I was able to breastfeed for a while & had success with weight loss. However, my milk had other plans so now we’re strictly formula. Hoping for better luck with our next pregnancy. Thanks for sharing your story & plan for weight loss. This will be of great help for me.
Bridget says
I’m in! I haven’t been motivated to lose weight since I had my twins in 2010……it’s time.
Bridget allen says
Im in! I haven’t been motivated to lose weight since I had my twins in 2010……I’m ready now.
Lisa says
Awesome recipes and grocery – love what i see so far! Count me in!!
Carrie says
Count me in! Baby number 3 is 6 months old and I’m sick of not fitting into ANYTHING! Time to be healthy for me and my family!
Becky Mullowney says
Yes, count me in! Thank you so much for doing this….your method looks so doable. I’m off to the grocery store. Which store do you find those salads at?
Liz says
I’m in!
Angela says
I’m on board. After my own 100 lb loss 5 years ago, I am up 15 lbs. This is great kick in the rear motivation. You are on point with the eating choices and a support environment is a great idea!!
Jodie says
I’m in
Kate says
I’m in!!
Amy Huhnke says
This girl!!
Briar Croft says
So excited for this!
Sarah Parchem says
Count me in!
Melissa says
I’m in!
Puja Jasrotia says
I am in. I have to loose 40 pounds to get to my desired weight. Needless to say it’s been a struggle compounded by thyroid issues.
Erika Estrada says
I’m in!!! ☺️
PAMELA TURNEY says
I’m in!
Ilda says
I’m in!! 🙂
Lyndsey says
I’m in!
Kathleen says
Count me in please
Traci says
I’m in! Thank you!
Karen says
I am in!
Lauren says
I’m in! Baby #3 is 12 weeks old and this is the perfect motivator to get me started on that postpartum weight loss journey!
Lauren says
I’m in!
Kylie says
Love these posts, I’m so excited to join in!
Deveney says
I’m so in!! I hate cooking too, loving the easy ideas for meals☺
Bettina says
I’m in.
Nihal Kay says
I’m in!!!! ✅
Rhonda says
Sign me up!
Kristin says
I’m in!
Holly says
I need to be in on this! I was on bed rest with my son for 10 weeks! I gained a good 60 pounds, lost 38 of that but I still have a ways to go because I was not at my goal weight when I got pregnant!!
Heather Rudder says
Please count me in! I would love to have support from this group!
Andrea says
You are just amazing! I love how open you are with your life. Your life doesn’t appear to be staged – you are real and inspiring. I am in – I need to eat healthier and am always looking for easy quick healthy meals!!! These actually look totally doable for me!
Kelley Sanders says
I’m in!
Tina Roy says
I’m in!
Heidi Nesta says
I love this! I’m in!
Amy says
I’m in! Thanks got sharing!
Kimberly says
I’m in!
Elizabeth Lerario says
I’m totally in! I recently had our second baby and I gained WAY more weight with this pregnancy then I did with the first. I read you’re weight loss story and it was SO relatable and inspirational. I think that your ‘real life” expierence versus a “professional” is exactly what makes this so obtainable to me! Nobody is better to share this message then someone who’s done it themselves!!
Elizabeth Lerario says
**YOUR weight loss story…sorry, it’s a pet peeve of mine and I totally did it
Julie G. says
I’m in and hoping my husband too! Thanks for taking the time to help and inspire others . Have been in a meal planning rut and would like to lose 20 lbs.
Ariana Gutierrez says
I am in!! I need to shed 30 lbs.
Melissa V says
I’m in!
Erin Barfield says
Count me in!
Erin Barfield says
Count me in!!
Eileen says
I’m in!! I love that your plan is so simple! No crazy ingredients from specialty stores, no need for a nutrition degree to follow it! Thanks for sharing your motivating story!
Melissa McGrew says
I’m in too!
Melissa McGrew says
I’m in too!
Katie Elle says
Yes!!!! We can do this! It’s time to ditch those pesky pounds and live life as a healthier, more energetic, better version of ourselves!
Haley says
I’m in! Thanks!
Erika Estrada says
I’m in!
Monica says
I’m in!
Kara says
I’m in! Need to lose this baby weight!!
Mina's mommy says
YES! I am in! Want to go for 5 pounds first and so on…
Danielle says
I’m in! And you are right. What drew me in is your honesty about hating to cook and hating to grocery shop. I loathe them both. I have 5 kids (age 11 and under) and I have ZERO will power. The combo of all of this has made me unable to lose the 15-20 pounds I need to lose to feel healthy and happy. Thanks for the ideas! Excited to start and see more EASY eating ideas!
Michelle Stalter says
Please count me in too!
Amy Brooks says
I am in. And this looks like about my speed. I hate cooking and grocery shopping. I’ve been doing CrossFit and have lost NO weight. Very discouraging. Need to lose 30 pounds and I AM ALL IN!
Angelique says
I’m in
Shelley says
I’m in!!!
Shawna says
I’m in!!!
Lucy says
Late to the party but definitely in! I love finding new meal plans to shake things up a little 🙂 I also like browsing through Yazio (https://www.yazio.com/en/calorie-intake-calculator) for new recipes. Yazio is a calorie county app that I use as a food diary and offers great weight loss tools and recipes!