So Jan. 1st was here and gone and as usual, the “buzz” I am hearing is lots of you are stressing over packing on too many holiday pounds. Don’t hide behind your bulky winter sweaters and sweats, delaying dumping your muffin top until warmer temperatures prevail! Take control of your eating NOW so you’ll be ready to embrace the New Year as a healthier and slimmer YOU!
And Meal Planning Maven would love to try to help! If you’re interested in working “one-on-one,” contact me for more info about my Food Coaching services. Whether you just want to lose some pesky holiday “pudge” or simply clean up your food act, I would love to hear from you.
Read what MPM’s clients have to say.
And…do make sure to check out my Pudge-Busting Recipe Collection. (sampling below)
MPM’s Top 10 Golden “Pudge-Busters”
- Don’t be fooled by the latest crash diet…they almost never work. Any weight lost often comes right back after normal eating is resumed.
- Create reasonable goals. You didn’t put the weight on overnight, so don’t expect it will magically disappear just as fast.
- Record your goals and progress. Get yourself a journal or download a tracking app and use it. It has been proven people who are successful at losing weight and keeping it off record their journey every step of the way.
- Get rid of the junk. Give your fridge, freezer and pantry a makeover by saying goodbye to the holiday excess. Fill your shelves with fresh fruits and veggies, lean proteins, good-for-you carbs and healthy snacks.
- No skipping breakfast, please. Cutting out the first meal of the day not only can make you crabby, but also feeling so hungry by the afternoon that you may scarf down many more calories than if you had eaten a healthy breakfast.
- Water is a huge appetite buster. Before you binge on sugary snacks, ask yourself if you are truly hungry. Chances are you’re just thirsty, so drink up! Not to mention, your skin will thank you too.
- Beware of diet saboteurs. We all have them in our lives-family, friends and co-workers always urging you to eat “just one cookie.” Just say…“I have food allergies and this food makes me sick.” Works every time!
- Find another best friend besides your scale. Unlike a true “bestie,” the scale may let you down, especially if it won’t budge. Take your measurements regularly or judge success by how you look, feel and how your clothes fit.
- Get out there and MOVE. Find a balance between aerobic and resistance training that works for you. And don’t forget to stretch! This is not rocket science, but it works. Plus, exercise is fun and a real stress-buster.
- Mini-indulgences are great rewards. Get in the habit of treating yourself. Not with chocolate fudge cake, cookies and the like, but what about a nice massage or a new pair of skinny jeans?
Pudge-Busting Collection Highlights: (134 recipes and growing!)
Coming to the Blog: A Pudge-Busting Favorite…Citrus Poached Salmon
Hungry for More?
I invite you to visit my Recipe Collections where lots of goodies such as Pudge-Busting Dishes, Pack ‘n Go Lunch Favorites, Favorite Poultry Dishes, Dinners in a Flash, Freezer-Friendly Meals, Favorite Crockpot Dishes, and Healthier Indulgences are awaiting your discovery!
Can You Become a Meal Planning Maven Success Story?
YES! Contact me for more information about my services. I would love to share my healthy eating secrets you can use, today, tomorrow and always. My specialties include creating customized meal planners and one- on- one food coaching using tried ‘n true methods. Whether your goal is to feed your family healthier meals, build a collection of quick ‘n easy recipes, “go gluten-free,” or perhaps knock off that pesky “pudge” that has already found its way to your over the holidays …I’d LOVE to try to help!
MPM’s Success Stories
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Linda Shapiro, Meal Planning Maven
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