Pregnant or not, making healthy choices in both my dietary decision and fitness decision is not always easy. To be honest, it isn't always exciting. Sometimes when I am cooking our healthy dinner, I really just want to save it for later and call for some take out.
Not that I am trying to lose weight, but you know what I mean! Those days where you really want to do all those things (and I'd add pizza and fries too! Just saying!)
I have to remember that regardless of it being easy, or fun, or something I feel like doing, making healthy choices is what is best for my body. Even more so during pregnancy.
So what are some ways that I stay motivated and try not to undo all my hard work?
*Allow indulgences. Yup--not everyday, not all the time. But I do allow a treat meal once in awhile. I know that if we are ordering pizza to make sure I eat well all day, drink lots of water, and serve my slice with a large salad. I know to split a treat with my boys or husband, or give myself a small serving. A taste really does take the edge off.
*When you treat, eat it slowly. Seriously, enjoy those bites and flavors. Don't rush through it because it's so good because, more than likely, you will just reach for more.
*Apple test. Sometimes when I am feeling like I am so hungry, I ask myself if I would go grab an apple. If the answer is no, I'm not really hungry. I'm just bored or have a craving. If the answer is yes, I'll get myself an apple.
*Drink some water. Hydration is always important but even more so during pregnancy. Lots of times I think that I am hungry but really I am just thirsty. I drink some water and try to busy myself (which is never hard with two little guys already). Most of the time I forget about being hungry.
*Paint my nails, take a shower, or some other activity that allows for a little me time. Just taking a few moments to myself releases stress. I know I am a stress eater if I don't keep myself in check. So doing things for myself, no matter how small, helps.
*Go to bed. Staying up too late, not getting enough sleep- not good for baby, you or your goals. It is easy to munch when you are tired so just go to bed.
What do you do to help keep yourself on track with staying healthy?
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