Little Cheat Tips

Here are just a few little cheat tips to help you in any situation where you will have access to food you didn't make (aka: restaurants, parties, get togethers, holidays, etc.)  REMEMBER - this is only a moment of your life - the way you look/feel/health, etc is what will impact you long term. 

1. Wear your snuggest fitting jeans.  I know they aren't your most comfortable, and wearing elastic would be so much more appealing - but when your jeans just fit it will keep you from over-eating and making your jeans impossible to not unbutton. 
2. Simply fill your plate with the correct portions - just like you would for a meal - and DO NOT GRAZE!!!  It's the snacking you don't measure or count accurate points that will wreck your momentum and success. 
3. The "buffet" lifestyle is what got you here in the first place, so LET IT GO.  You do not need multiple plates of food.  Just because it's there doesn't mean it needs to go in your mouth.  Go ONE time, fill your plate with measured portions, and enjoy! 
4. If you feel snacky - eat veggies.  Sure, they aren't as good as Lays chips w/ french onion dip, BUT you will feel so encouraged tomorrow when you made the healthy choice.  If you're like me and plain veggies aren't appealing, get some fat free sour cream and onion soup mix and make your own dip.  MEASURE!
5. Drink tons of water.  In between every three bites or so, drink half a glass of water.  When you get snacky or want to graze, put a drink in your hand.  Sure you'll pee more, but that "full" feeling will help you from overeating.

Again, don't let a moment deter you from the healthy, amazing life you are working for.  YOU GOT THIS!!!!!!