Baby Steps and Moderation - Meredith Rines

I’ve been trying to get healthier for awhile now, but old habits creep back in and I start back down the not-so-good bunny path. I’m done trying to do a major overhaul on all areas of my life at once, which gets pretty overwhelming and leaves me feeling defeated. I think I have finally found the best balance for me. Moderation and baby steps. Moderation for the bad habits like ice cream and Budweiser (not together), and baby steps to make better ones.

I’ve started making smoothies each morning that are nutrient packed. That way I’m not skipping breakfast and starving by the time 12 o’clock rolls around. I’m planning out my lunches, not just my dinners. By planning what I want for lunch each day is not only saving me money, but keeping me on the right track. My little lunch tote is packed with veggies, fruit, lean protein, and a small portion of pita chips (moderation, my friends, moderation).

I’ve also started reading health magazines and websites for extra motivation. Instead of searching “food and drinks” on Pinterest, I’m tailoring my search for “healthy dinner recipes” or “low calorie snack ideas” that way I am not tempted or distracted by the sweetness of pies and cupcakes…. yum, cupcakes! See, I have problems.

I’m starting to create tasty, healthier recipes and I plan on sharing the good ones with you.

It’s important that what fuels my body be good and worth it. 80% of how we look is what eat. I’m not talking about just weight and size, but also overall health. I don’t want to look exhausted all the time or have zero energy. I’m so over it.