Secrets of Success

Go back to the basics

When I fell into a slump, it really helped me a lot to just go back to the basics. I started out again with small goals, do-able workouts, and tracking what I ate at least a few days a week. I am getting back into doing it all on a daily basis. Just do it the best you can ONE DAY AT A TIME.

Attitude is Everything!!

I have always failed because I would have a bad day and tell myself that since I ate that one bad thing I might as well go ahead and eat everything else I want. Then I would proceed to eat and eat and eat.Now I forgive it and jump right back in where I am, not worrying about the past.

Pack my own lunch!!

If you take your own lunch, then you don't have to worry about stopping at those fast food places. It saves you time and money as well. Don't forget to pack your bottle of water with your flavor packets.

Say No

Today I attended a reception after a memorial service.
There was fruit and cheese and sandwiches AND chocolate cake on the table. I said no to the cake and sandwiches and had fruit. What's more I enjoyed it as it was the usual time I have my fruit snack. Not deprived at all.

tracking my food

I do track every thing I eat but if I have a not so good day eating I tend to not track everything I ate especially if I go over my calories.

The Juiceman

I use the juiceman everyday. I find it more easily to intake veggies that i don't like in a juice. It helps me get all the servings I need for each day.

Get creative with sampling

I'm trying to eat more meatless meals but I need help being creative. I go to stores like Whole Foods or markets that make some great salads and sides with beans and sample. I buy a small portion and if I like it I get creative and make my own version.

Stave Off Snacking After Supper!

After supper, I thoroughly brush and floss my teeth. You must clean them carefully, leaving no food morsel in between the teeth. If there is anything left in there, your saliva will continue to flow, making you want to eat more later.

Plan to Not Deprive Yourself

I will NOT deprive myself of the the foods I love, even if they are "bad" for me. In all reality it is only "bad" for me if I eat it in a bad way. Moderation and planning is the key. We can tell ourselves all we want that we aren't going to eat X anymore, but that just isn't realistic.

Hunger is the enemy!

I try to never allow myself to get hungry. I don't force myself to eat snacks in between a meal but if I need one I get one.