You Are What You Eat - Molly

Ok, I guess I will post the results.

After yesterday's body fat test, both Jason and I were in a funk. Quite humbled actually, as we both feel that we are in pretty good shape.

But the computer does not lie.

The results are in and we were dumbfounded.

I have had my body fat tested 4 times in my life. First in high school with the pinch test, the results are unknown to me. Second time was in college, a hydrostatic test. I lifted weights almost 6 days a week for water polo, and was almost a good 20 pounds heavier than I am now. The result then was 18%. The third time was right after we got married (5 years ago). My days then consisted of a morning swim, afternoon water polo and gym time with an occasional run (if I was training for something). It was another pinch test and the result was about 14%.


Going into this hydrostatic test I was hoping to around that 18% and was maybe okay with swallowing around 20%. Knowing that I was coming off of a 4 month hiatus from my pregnancy, I wasn't expecting outstanding results, but I also wasn't expecting what I got.


Nor was Jason.


Our results only want to make us work harder and eat better.



So here you go.



Jason: 20.5%
Molly: 25.5%


Ouch. That hurts to even type.


To make it worse, Jason is described as average and I am described as UNHEALTHY. For my height and weight, that percentage places me as unhealthy.


I am in shock.
Jason was a bit thrown back as well.
We will be testing again after our whole30. 

We are a full week into our whole30 and I can already see a difference in Jason's physical appearance. My own appearance has changed as well. My skin looks healthier and clearer. I am no longer bloated and struggle with digestive issues. My workouts are more effective. My energy level is up. I sleep better and wake up easier. And we are only ONE week in.


Amazing.


I am looking forward to seeing what 3 more weeks will bring (hopefully a better percentage).



How's your whole30 going?