Waking up feeling refreshed and ready to face the day is quickly becoming my new normal, and that’s a huge change!
It definitely wasn’t this way before—except when I was previously on the Carnivore Diet, of course.
Now, I look at each day with fresh eyes and a sense of hope. Yesterday, I went for a job interview, and I felt an emotional shift—something I haven’t experienced in a long time. I’m slowly moving into a state of exhilaration, and it feels incredible!
The Carnivore Diet, along with OMAD (One Meal A Day), is definitely having a positive impact on my overall mood. I can actually feel the difference in my energy and outlook. It’s amazing how much better I feel as I continue on this journey.
Daily Progress
Here’s how I’m doing today:
Weight Loss
| Date | Weight (lbs) |
| Weight Goal | 176.0 (80.0 kg) |
| 2 Jan 2025 – Day 1 | 235.5 (106.8 kg) |
| 9 Jan 2025 – Week 1 | 224.6 (101.9 kg) |
| 16 Jan 2025 – Week 2 | 217.4 (98.6 kg) |
| 23 Jan 2025 – Week 3 | 213.9 (97.0 kg) |
| 24 Jan 2025 | 213.9 (97.0 kg) |
| 25 Jan 2025 | 213.2 (96.7 kg) |
| 26 Jan 2025 | 211.0 (95.7 kg) |
Report: I lost 2.2 lbs (1.0 kg) today.
This brings my total to 24.5 lbs (11.1 kg) in 24 days.
That’s an average of just over 1.0 lb (0.46 kg) per day.
I’m really satisfied with today’s weight loss—it’s a reward for the discipline I showed yesterday by only eating one meal and keeping it to a third of my usual portion.
I’m approaching the halfway point to my ultimate weight goal, at 206 lbs (93.4 kg), and that’s exciting!
If I double the time it takes to hit that particular milestone, I’ll have a fairly accurate estimate of how long it will take to complete phase one of my full body rebuild.
The 3 Phases of my Full Body Rebuild Plan
- Get down to my weight goal of 176.0 lbs (80.0 kg).
- Build up my fitness so that I can do more work with less energy.
- Build up my strength so that I lift more weight without straining.
Blood Pressure (BP)
| Date | BP – Before Food (Best of 3) | BP – Before Food (Worst of 3) | Average |
| BP Goal | 120/80 | ||
| 2 Jan 25 – Day 1 | 155/103 | 166/102 | 160.5/102.5 |
| 9 Jan 25 – Week 1 | 159/108 | 162/98 | 160.5/103 |
| 16 Jan 25 – Week 2 | 132/83 | 135/87 | 133.5/85 |
| 23 Jan 25 – Week 3 | 110/69 | 118/72 | 114/70.5 |
| 24 Jan 2025 | 121/76 | 123/76 | 122/76 |
| 25 Jan 2025 | 128/80 | 145/97 | 136.5/88.5 |
| 26 Jan 2025 | 128/74 | 133/82 | 130.5/78 |
Report: My blood pressure went down today.
My systolic blood pressure (the first number) dropped by 6.
My diastolic blood pressure (the second number) dropped by 10.5.
The systolic blood pressure reading is still in the “Stage 1 high blood pressure” range (130/80–139/89), but dropping into the elevated range (120/80-129/80). I’ll monitor it again tomorrow and decide if medications are needed.
Medications
I won’t take any medications today, but I might tomorrow.
Blood Glucose
| Date | Blood Glucose – Before Food (mmol/L) |
| Blood Glucose Goal | 4.2 |
| 2 Jan 2025 – Day 1 | 7.2 |
| 9 Jan 2025 – Week 1 | 4.6 |
| 16 Jan 2025 – Week 2 | 4.1 |
| 23 Jan 2025 – Week 3 | 3.9 |
| 24 Jan 2025 | 4.3 |
| 25 Jan 2025 | 4.6 |
| 26 Jan 2025 | 4.2 |
Report: My blood glucose went up by 0.3 today.
My blood glucose has been in the normal range (3.9–5.6 mmol/L) for 20 days out of the last 24.
Every day it stays in this range is another day closer to fully managing my insulin resistance.
The Power of Determination
Today was a reminder of the power of persistence.
The cravings, the small meals, and the ups and downs with the numbers are all in a downward trend.
I know with each passing day, I’m getting closer to my goals. As far as I’m concerned, it’s not about making huge gains every day over the short term, but about being consistent and sticking to a winning plan over the long term. That’s what will get me to the finish line.
See you tomorrow! 😊
Warmly,
Paul
