I can hardly believe I’m typing this, but today marks Day 15 of my 100-Day Lock-In. If you’ve been following along, you know I started this journey on February 27th with a lot of fire and a very specific plan.
Well… life happens, and sometimes your body has a different conversation with you than the one you planned in your head. I sat down with my doctor, and we had some real back-and-forth talks. I’ll be honest, I wasn’t exactly happy at first. I wanted to go hard, but she reigned me in to make sure I was doing this safely. We settled on a temporary “middle ground” of 2,000 calories, 135g of protein, and 25g of fiber.
As long as I had my protein, my fiber, and my steps, I told myself I was going to make it work. And guess what? It worked better than I imagined.
The Big Wins (And the One That Made Me Cry)
In just 14 days, I am down 9 pounds.
Seeing that number move is great, don’t get me wrong. But the real “shout it from the rooftops” victory? I haven’t had to reach for my rescue inhaler once. For me, being able to breathe clearly while I’m hitting the pavement is a gift I don’t take for granted. It’s proof that when you fuel your body right, it starts to thank you in ways that have nothing to do with the scale.
Looking at the Numbers
I’ve been tracking my steps religiously. Some days I felt like a marathon runner, and other days… well, let’s just say the couch was calling my name. But I stayed consistent.
- 2/27: 9,076 steps
- 2/28: 10,330 steps
- 3/1: 5,565 steps
- 3/2: 8,438 steps
- 3/3: 7,048 steps
- 3/4: 10,030 steps
- 3/5: 6,726 steps
- 3/6: 7,195 steps
- 3/7: 10,346 steps
- 3/8: 19,283 steps (My personal peak!)
- 3/9: 4,755 steps
- 3/10: 9,234 steps
- 3/11: 2,772 steps
- 3/12: 11,950 steps
Total Steps: 122,748 Daily Average: 8,767 steps
I’m really proud of that average, especially since I’m still finding my rhythm. My sleep, though… that’s been the struggle bus. I’ve only been getting 4 to 6 hours a night, and I know I can’t sustain this high-frequency life on that little rest.
The Next Phase: Locking In Even Harder
After my follow-up today, my doctor gave me the green light to move closer to my original vision. We are checking in every two weeks to make sure I’m staying healthy, but here is the plan going forward:
- 1,500 Calories (The sweet spot for my goals right now)
- 140g Protein & 35g Fiber (Keeping that muscle and keeping things moving!)
- 10,000 Steps Daily (Time to level up)
- 7-8 Hours of Sleep (This is non-negotiable now)
- 16:8 Intermittent Fasting
I’m nervous, but I’m excited. These first two weeks proved to me that I can do hard things. I’m sticking to my non-negotiables and trusting the process.
If you’re on your own journey, keep going. Even the messy days count. We’ve got this!
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Day 15 of my 100-Day Lock-In and I’m 9lbs down! 📉 More importantly, I haven’t needed my rescue inhaler once. 🫁 Discipline feels so good. Read the full update and my new plan here: #100DayLockIn #HealthJourney
This reminded me how important it is to care for ourselves while we pour into others. The breathing part really stood out to me. Thank you for this honest reflection.
Renee, I’m so glad this resonated with you! It’s so easy to forget to take care of ourselves when we’re busy caring for others, but those little wins, like breathing easier, make a big difference. Thanks for reading and reflecting with me! 💖
I share content like this with the young men I mentor. It shows discipline, patience, and real growth. Your transparency makes it relatable. Appreciate what you’re doing here.
Calvin, that means a lot to me, thank you for sharing this with the young men you mentor! I truly believe in the power of discipline and patience, and I’m so glad the transparency resonated with you and your group. Appreciate you being a part of this journey!
Okay but the energy in this post? I love it. It’s motivating without feeling overwhelming. And the fact that you kept it real about the hard days… that’s what did it for me.
Nia, I’m so glad the energy came through! It’s all about motivating without adding more pressure, and I love that the realness of the hard days connected with you. Thanks for the awesome feedback! 😊
This is the kind of content our community needs more of. Real, honest, and focused on bettering ourselves. The breathing improvement really stood out. Appreciate you sharing this.
Jerome, that means so much to me—thank you! I agree, we could all use more real, honest content that helps us grow. I’m so glad the breathing improvement resonated with you. Thanks for being part of this journey! 🙌
First time here, and I’m already hooked. Your honesty pulled me in right away. I love that you shared both the wins and the struggles. I’ll definitely be back.
Shanice, I’m so happy you found your way here! I always want to keep it real, both the highs and the lows, so it means a lot that it connected with you. Can’t wait for you to come back! 😊