Mid week update

It’s been a few days and while I know not to expect much I know if I keep pushing it’ll be worth it.

Ive been trying to eat better it’s been a lot of grilled chicken which my schools dining hall is good with and trying to incorporate more fruit and vegetables. I’m not big on a lot of veggies and most times it’s the one I don’t like I eat Thoes first to get it out of the way. Despite the duty’s of woman hood and aunt flows vist I’ve been indulging my my cravings but not too crazy.

I’ve been on a steady gym grind I’m doing some light lifting and a lot of cardio and a ton of abs workouts since that’s my main issue.

I’m trying my best and still learning how to achieve the goals I want. If anyone has any tips tricks suggestions please help a girl out.

2025/11/8 Edited to

... Read moreStaying committed to a healthy routine midweek can be challenging, especially when balancing diet preferences and menstrual-related cravings. Incorporating grilled chicken is an excellent source of lean protein, which supports muscle repair and satiety, complementing any fitness regimen focused on weight and strength goals. Adding more fruits and vegetables boosts essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, even if certain veggies aren't favorites—starting with the least preferred can be a helpful strategy to increase intake without feeling overwhelmed. During periods, hormonal shifts can impact energy levels and appetite, often increasing cravings. Moderation is key; indulging cravings thoughtfully while maintaining overall nutrition can reduce feelings of deprivation and help adherence to goals. A consistent gym routine with light lifting, cardio, and focused abdominal workouts can enhance fat loss and core strength. Prioritizing both cardiovascular exercises and resistance training creates a balanced approach to shaping the body and improving endurance. For ongoing progress, consider the following tips: track your workouts and meals to identify what works best; vary your exercise routine to stay motivated; ensure adequate hydration and sleep for recovery; and seek support, whether through community, trainers, or online forums. Remember, gradual changes and persistence are vital—celebrate small wins and remain patient with your body’s transformation journey.

Related posts

WEEK 1 UPDATE 🌸 : 5 DAYS TAKING BERBERINE 💊
I said I’d update you guys weekly so here you go 💕. First I wanna say while taking the supplements I’ve limited myself to more at home meals and less fast food (I steal ate it just not as much) When I did I stayed away from the greasy stuff (🍔&🍟) and more to whatever had veggies and greenery.
Z'nirea Green

Z'nirea Green

1010 likes

Body Recomposition 12 Week Update
What if I told you I loss 15 pounds from the first picture to the second all in 12 weeks Wells it’s true!! I started going to the gym and focusing more on weight lifting. 4-5 times a week alternating upper body and lower body day. While maintaining a 1200min - 1600 max daily calorie goal. I
Nicey🌻

Nicey🌻

1264 likes

An image featuring a 'Week One Update' title and a YouTube video thumbnail for 'Fupa Be Gone In 14 Days | Ab Challenge (BEGINNER WORKOUT)' by MRLONDON. The thumbnail shows a woman measuring her waist and a man exercising. A weekly tracker below indicates progress up to Thursday.
Week 1 Update – Mr. London Challenge
Days 2 & 3: These days were probably the hardest. My body was feeling it! I was so sore all over. 😅 Especially my thighs and abs. Day 4: I woke up sore but it went away as my day went on. The workouts also began to feel a lot easier on this day. It felt easier to keep a good workout form an
maritza v.

maritza v.

497 likes

Mid-Week Meal Prep
✨Mid-week meal prep✨ Today I prepped: Chia seed pudding Greek orzo salad Sun dried tomato pasta Fresh fruit Let’s finish out the week strong! 💕 Most weeks I like to meal prep on Sundays and again on Wednesday or Thursday to help get to the end of the week. Most of the foods I prepare l
Kelsey Riley

Kelsey Riley

1195 likes

2 week curly bundle update
Here’s the 2 week update on the curly flip over quick weave I did with Luvme hair deep wave bundles in lengths 26,26,28,28 #quickweaveupdate #ivysflipovermethod #curlyflipover #luvmehair #quickweavemaintainence #quickweavetutorial #luvmehairreview #versatilequickweave #blackgirlha
NUNU ⭐️

NUNU ⭐️

1302 likes

An open planner on a dark textured surface, showing handwritten entries for April 13th and 14th, with pens and stickers. Overlaid text reads 'MID-WEEK JOURNAL UPDATE'.
mid-week journal update
journaling outside is my current obsession Orange County #journalinglife #hobonichicousin
mel 🦦

mel 🦦

84 likes

7 week hysterectomy update
Janelle Temple

Janelle Temple

27 likes

2 week update!!!
So it’s officially been two weeks using the supplements that I’ve been running a sort of experiment on. I’ll be honest, there were a couple of days I forgot to take the supplement, so I’m not sure if that has skewed the results at all or not. Not to mention there were a few days that I haven’t stuc
E

E

370 likes

Mid-Year Reading Update 📚
Every year when I set my reading goal, I try to be realistic. I’m a full time working mom who loves to read but unfortunately is also ADHD and loves to doom scroll 😂. So far this year I have read 25/40 books, which honestly I’m pretty happy about! I have listened to a total of 8 audiobooks.
Jess VB

Jess VB

29 likes

2 week update - on Berberine (pic update)
Side effects: As I enter week 2 with berberine, I would have to say the side effects I still have but are manageable are some loose bowel movements, some headaches, and the side effects are more manageable than Ozempic from my experience. Slight noticeable changes: As it’s too early for me t
Samantha Denise

Samantha Denise

129 likes

12 week bump update 🥹🩵
What were y’all’s cravings during pregnancy? #pregnant🤰 #cravings #bumpphotos #fyp #follow
Hannah Banana 🍌

Hannah Banana 🍌

169 likes

Mid Year TN Update
It's time to move into the second half of my N1 weekly Booklets from sterling ink Using the beautiful Graceful Muse Paperie Sticker Kit in After the Rain www.gracefulmusepaperie.com Code Tammy15 when Purchasing 👜 #plannersoflemon8 #journalideas #journalingcommunity
PlannerVxn

PlannerVxn

12 likes

A laptop displaying an academic article on "The Black Atlantic" by Paul Gilroy, placed on a table in a beautiful university library, with a green drink beside it. The image is titled "Week in the Life PhD Student Edition."
A MacBook Pro showing a Word document titled "PlanningSummerResearch" with bullet points for a presentation, including notes on research and student support. The text overlay says "Studied for about 4 hours here."
An iced lavender latte in a plastic cup on a table, with a large window overlooking green trees and a street scene in the background. The text overlay reads "Grabbed a lavender latte."
My Week Update 🌸
So it is officially both spring and finals season here at Yale. Life has been fairly busy lately, but honestly all good things. I had a class presentation, a writing assignment due, and I wrote a script for a podcast recording. This week I got coffee with friends and co-worked several times whic
Tianna 🥀

Tianna 🥀

101 likes

7 Week Weightloss Journey Update
#weightlossjourney #weightlossglowup #fitnessjourneymotivation
Chelzzsmith

Chelzzsmith

920 likes

Mid shift reset - update I’m still annoyed. ✨
POV: you stepped into the cooler for ‘just a second’ and now you’re rethinking your entire life with an ice cold Celsius in hand 🧊😌 5 minutes of peace before someone asks you where the cream cheese is again ✨ holding a drink Day 16 of Prompt-A-Day If you want to join in on the fun visit @
Ember 💜☁️

Ember 💜☁️

29 likes

MID WEEK UPDATE
Here’s what it’s been looking like using my cream and waist trainer along with the coffee and tea. A month ago I was not able to fit comfortably in these pants. STILL CANT 😂😂😂😂😂 but I can put them on and breathe a little more. Here is my motivation to get back in these jeans. I think the cream and
DawniieePooh✨🥰

DawniieePooh✨🥰

14 likes

garden update
mid summer and garden is thriving ! for the most part 🤪👒💐🌸☀️🪴👩‍🌾 #summervibes #flowergarden #flowers #garden #gardening #gardening101 #motivation #inspiration #fyp #lemon8community
lindsay🌼

lindsay🌼

12 likes

Two supplement bottles, Lemme CURB for cravings support and HUM Best of Berberine for metabolism and weight management, are shown on a white fabric with a green branch. The image includes a '3rd week update' text.
3rd week update
Lemme CURB & Hum Berberine. Third week update : decreased appetite and fewer cravings. Lost 3lbs Feel fuller faster First week I had really bad gas but around the second week it started decreased and now it’s gone #lemmecurb #hum #insulinresistance
Maria Araisa

Maria Araisa

15 likes

A vibrant diamond painting depicts 'THE MYSTERY MACHINE' from Scooby-Doo. The iconic van, with Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Fred, and Daphne inside, is set against a bright yellow background. The artwork is partially completed, showcasing the intricate diamond art details.
Week five update
The diamond painting ‘The Mystery Machine’ from Diamond Art Club #diamond painting #diamond art club #scoobydoo #mysterymachine
Katie Burdick

Katie Burdick

9 likes

How I Saved My Thinning Hair 🎀 (4 Week Update)
I honestly thought I was just going to have to live with thinning hair forever... 😭 But after 4 weeks of being consistent with the Pantene 3 Pro-V Abundance System, I finally feel like myself again! If you're tired of seeing hair in the drain every morning, you NEED to try this drugstore rou
Payton Nicole

Payton Nicole

132 likes

Product update this week 🩵
#bookish #booklover #book #gift Miami
GiftsOK Moments

GiftsOK Moments

43 likes

A vibrant diamond painting featuring Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred inside the Mystery Machine, set against a bright yellow background. Diamond painting tools and containers with drills are visible around the partially completed artwork.
Week four update
‘The Mystery Machine’ diamond painting from Diamond Art Club #diamond painting #diamond art club #scoobydoo #mystermachine
Katie Burdick

Katie Burdick

10 likes

6 week starter loc update 😍😝🫠
Okay okay not all at once but I kinda sorta did that!!! ( retwist ) 😍😝🤪 haha I must admit I'm so proud of myself for maintaining my locs so far!!!! I'm so proud of myself for sticking through these past few weeks 😂🤣 because hunny my scalp be on fire 🥵🥵🥵 like little fire ants running through
Tierney ♡

Tierney ♡

72 likes

Week 3 update of Weighlifting
#weightlossprogress #legdayroutine #fyplemon8 #weightlossprogress #postpartumfitness
Nisa Tasnim

Nisa Tasnim

7 likes

3 week starter loc update 😍😌😝
Hey girl heyyyyyyy,,, so ummmmmmmmm yeah I washed my hair 😂🤣🤣 I combined some locs & I changed my middle part 😬😬😬 I just couldn't take it! My scalp was itching so bad and my middle part was driving me craxy!!! Anyways I did a soft retwist because a few of my locs were coming loose!!! But I
Tierney ♡

Tierney ♡

45 likes

4th week update! | Analytics
Posting these to keep me motivated! I’m enjoying my time here on Lemon8 & truly see the potential for this app. It could be one of the biggest social apps in 2-3 years ❤️ #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts #hellolemon8 #blackgirlcreator #blacklemon8creator
Leigh Visuals

Leigh Visuals

32 likes

Loc Chronicles: Week 4 Update
Today marks 4 weeks on this loc journey and I’ll be honest, I am stressed! There’s so much information about what to do and what not to do. I am still learning what works best for my hair. I started the loc process at the end of July. My hair is long enough to go in a style after the coiling pr
Brianna

Brianna

133 likes

Life Update Fron Last Week!
Good morning! Spent the morning putting my schedule together. Mapped out my challenge for Genevieve's Art Challenge for a food truck logo design! I am off to work on Charlotte's Collection I have 3 pieces ready and more to come... This collection will be apart of my patreon sti
Kindy Lynn

Kindy Lynn

22 likes

First week of living alone update: I enjoy being alone way more than I thought I
Breakup update 😌 #healingjourney💪🏾
shelbz2wild

shelbz2wild

6 likes

75 HARD ONE WEEK UPDATE
feeling a lot less bloated and more toned #75hard #75hardchallenge #75hardjourney #75hardresults #weightlosstips #weightlosstransformation
Lemon8er

Lemon8er

102 likes

Peanut’s 15 week update 💙
My baby peanut the 3rd is officially a boy. And I’m so blessed and excited to meet him. 🫶🏻 I love his little face already 🙌🏻 #15weeks #babybumpstudios #babyboy #pregnancyjourney
🦇Scream_Queen.Mummy🦇

🦇Scream_Queen.Mummy🦇

19 likes

Mid year Book Update 📚💜
Este año me había puesto como meta leer 80 libros…creo que ya sobrepasé esa cantidad …aquí pensando 🧐 si debería aumentarla a 100..que creen ? Y tú por dónde vas con la tuya ? 👉🏼 Aquí les dejo algunos de mis favs so far de este año. #books #booklovers #bookreviewer #librosrecomen
Mari Mont 📚🎧

Mari Mont 📚🎧

12 likes

A flat lay shows an iPad, Apple Pencil, AirPods, and lip balm on a wooden desk, with text overlay 'mid-month digital check in plans, reflections, journal prompts'.
An iPad displays a digital planner with sections for monthly intentions, goals, progress, and reflection, with text 'check in with monthly intentions & track your progress'.
A MacBook Pro shows a Notion dashboard for planning, including a to-do list and social media planner, with text 'update planner check in with monthly to dos, priorities and goals'.
Mid September digital check in 💛
One thing I love incorporating into my monthly routine is a mid-month check-in! When it comes to monthly planning and goal-setting, it seems most logical to set aside time at the beginning and end of the month for it. But I've found that checking in with your goals, tasks, and progress halfway
Allie Marie 🧚🏻

Allie Marie 🧚🏻

36 likes

Mid June Updates!
My June Goals!! I hope I complete them all 💪 . . #plannercommunity #thecoffeemonsterzco #hobonichi #planner #sterlingink
Khrystyna ☕️

Khrystyna ☕️

14 likes

6-Week Toy Poodle Update
#lemon8diarychallenge
XDesignerBreeds

XDesignerBreeds

302 likes

A woman with reddish-brown hair takes a mirror selfie, wearing a green crop top and brown sweatpants. Text overlay reads '75 HARD TWO WEEK UPDATE'. A dog is visible in the background. Lemon8 branding is present.
A woman with light brown hair takes a mirror selfie, wearing a black sports bra and black biker shorts. Text overlay reads 'DAY 1'. Lemon8 branding is present.
A woman with reddish-brown hair takes a mirror selfie, wearing a green crop top and brown sweatpants. Text overlay reads 'DAY 14'. A dog is visible in the background. Lemon8 branding is present.
75 HARD 2 WEEK UPDATE
yallllll I wish I would’ve done this sooner!!! I am doing SO well on 75 hard that I am weaning off semaglutide. I decided I want to lose the last bit of weight on my own and it’s proving to be not only possible but a lot easier than anything else I’ve tried. this has been something I’ve been wa
Lemon8er

Lemon8er

679 likes

1 week Fading update 🌸
I think we're progressing swiftly I Recommend using them paired together the bar and the serum. Also, I do wanna mention that the serum did have a different smell to it. That smell is a lot less potent since they redid the formula. #fadedarkspots #topicals #topicals faded #lemon
Nyxslyfe🪷

Nyxslyfe🪷

91 likes

A close-up of a person with light blue eyes and a black headwrap. The bottom features a white overlay with black and gold circles, and the text "Health Journey: Week 1 Update." The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom left.
A close-up of a person with light blue eyes and a black headwrap, touching their cheek. The top has a gold banner with "Health Journey: Week 1 Update." The background is black with abstract gray and gold leaf shapes. The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom left.
A close-up of a person with light blue eyes and a black headwrap, with a hand covering part of their mouth. The background is black. The bottom features a black overlay with the text "HEALTH JOURNEY: WEEK 1 UPDATE." The Lemon8 logo and username are at the bottom left.
🚀 HEALTH JOURNEY: WEEK 1 UPDATE🚀from June 7
🚀 **HEALTH JOURNEY: WEEK 1 UPDATE** 🚀 Hey everyone, it’s Lavanda Michelle! I’m thrilled to share my Week 1 update on this health journey, and your support has been incredible! 💪🌟 **Weekly Progress:** I’m excited to report that I’ve lost 5 pounds in my first week! 🎉 Through consistent walking
LavandaMichelle

LavandaMichelle

5 likes

A partially crocheted blanket featuring a central yellow bobble stitch design, possibly a beehive or house. The border has colorful bobble stitches resembling lights (red, green, pink, yellow, light blue) with yarn attached, indicating ongoing work. Text overlay reads 'Sooo many bobbles'.
Sirdar blanket week 4 update
Week four of this blanket is really testing me😭 I have 5 more rows left before I’m done with these lights. #crochet #crochetcontentcreator #lemon8diarychallenge
Sanjile

Sanjile

39 likes

WIP: A week update on my blanket
Trusting the process every stitch with ❤️ I will keep posting until it’s comple #crotchetwithava🌸 #grannystitchblanket #blackgirlscrochet #handmadewithlove #crotchelemon8
Ava Davis

Ava Davis

32 likes

9 week update on starter locs 🤩🔥😎
Her locs are starting to bud 🤩 she is playing with new styles and trusting the process. She decided on some flat twists and double strands #starterlocs #locnation #fyp #explore #hairinspo
Feezie Haircare

Feezie Haircare

14 likes

See more