Daily Motivational - Just Eat Healthy

Just to clear this up, the first definition of "diet" according to Merriam-Webster is "food and drink regularly provided or consumed". So, based on this definition, everyone is on a diet, it's a matter of what we choose to eat.

When we hear the word "diet", we automatically start to think of the things we can't have and this can be discouraging after a while. That's why I don't like using the word "diet" and just say I'm eating healthier, because I will have my pizza from time to time. Changing the way you eat, especially if you're like me where there were years of making unhealthy choices, can be a very challenging process. I think it really comes down to a mental process, I believe the last part of this quote is the best advice when going through it, "SKIP THE DIET, JUST EAT HEALTHY."

Just remember what "diet" really means, and that even the unhealthiest person is on a "diet" as well. And make sure you choose to have the kind of "diet" that is going to improve your overall health and wellness.

Weekly Recipe - Crustless Ham and Swiss Mini Quiches

For only 197 calories per serving, as prepared, you get three mini quiches. I had mine for breakfast with a serving of wheat toast. Add a side of mixed berries as well, and you still have a delicious low-calorie breakfast; or this would make a nice brunch! Simple and delicious! And this is something that is easy to modify by adding or removing any veggies or meat you want.

The link for the recipe is http://www.readyseteat.com/recipes-Crustless-Ham-and-Swiss-Mini-Quiches-5510.html. 

Daily Motivational - Focusing On The Goal

I just officially finished my first week of the "Great Jeans Challenge". By keeping in mind I still have five weeks in this challenge, I was able to get through another holiday family meal without going over my daily calorie intake. I basically looked at what all my options were, decided on what I really wanted the most, and had small portions of each item. I ended up having 615 calories for my lunch, which included dessert. Now, typically I keep my calories for lunch between 300 and 400, so taking in 615 for a holiday meal is not bad. Planning around the meal and making sure my other snacks/meals were light and healthy, I managed to keep my total daily calorie intake at 1330. My personal daily target is 1200-1400, so I feel I did pretty well.

But, something else has put the challenge into prospective and has made me realize exactly what I need to accomplish. The goal is to lose two jean sizes by the end of the challenge, so I went through some clothes a friend's mother gave me and found two pairs of jeans in the size that is my goal. Lets just say, comparing them to the jeans I wear now, I definitely have my work cut out for me. It's not going to be easy, but it's not impossible either. I think it has helped me visualize what exactly I'm working towards and will keep me focused on the goal!