Each Monday we ask you that you check in with your progress for the week. Starting today (Monday, March 4), comment on this post with the following: Your weight. Even if weight loss or gain is not your goal, it's important that we track your weight to make sure you're on track to meet your goals (gain, lose, or maintain). If you prefer to keep your weight private, enter "0" today, and then on subsequent weeks, post how many pounds you gained or lost. Your level of motivation for this week (on a scale of 0 - 100%). Your level of compliance to a wfpb way of eating (on a scale of 0 - 100%). Leave #3 blank for week 1, since you're all just starting out. Your biggest success of the week. Leave #4 blank for week 1. The biggest challenge you face in the week ahead (for example, and upcoming holiday). Your why. That is, your primary reason(s) for why you've committed to this change for yourself. Post your snapshot in the comments below!

We invite you all to connect with Keri and I in a mobile group chat. What's wonderful about the group chat is that it provides the opportunity to be more immediately connected to your support network when you're on the go (in the grocery store or at a restaurant, for example). Here's an example of a chat from a previous group: If you would like to participate in the "group chat," post your mobile phone number in the comments below and we'll add you. We ask that you keep everyone's numbers private within our group. Elizabeth's mobile number: 585-309-5442 Keri's mobile number: 585-747-1001 If you prefer to opt-out of the mobile group chat, know that you can still stay connected to us here on the Whole Abundance Virtual Group Page. Keri and I will be checking in daily and responding to comments as they are posted.

Let's keep it simple for week 1. Use this document to guide you during your first week. Ask questions about this document in the comments area below. Also check out this video by Dr. Michael Greger of NutritionFacts.org