My second annual #friendsgiving was a success! This year, I added a DIY 🪚 holiday-themed selfie wall! I hope to add a special element every year!
And to think that it wasn’t too long ago where I would NEVER host these food-inspired events out of fear, anxiety, guilt and shame.
As a long time yo-yo 🪀 dieter, I would waste holidays obsessing over food and trying to exercise off food.
It was so nice to spend time with family and friends being PRESENT.
I had zero anxiety because I was mindful.
I had zero guilt because I didn’t over indulge.
11 months in maintenance have taught me that I can eat whatever food I want if I’m mindful about it. If I really want it, I’ll track it.
Did I track? Yes, I tracked as best as I could.
Was that good enough?
F yeah! Because I had a plan. I was intentional. I did not enter brain shut down mode and allow myself to eat everything in sight.
I did not rationalize free for all eating behavior with the mindset that “I’ll eat clean on Monday” or I’ll just make sure I workout tomorrow.”
Nope because for the past year and a half, I’ve created solid habits that don’t change much no matter what season I’m in for my personal goals nor what holiday season arises.
The way I eat in a deficit is the same way I eat in maintenance. The ONLY DIFFERENCE is really the portions I eat and the choices I make. Of course, in maintenance I can eat out more and I have more food freedom to have some yummy homemade holiday treats.
It is possible to eat and exercise in a manner that is conducive toward your weight loss goals. And no, it does not require being hangry, miserable and white knuckling till your next meal. I mean, sure that may be the case if you are doing a big show or an event that you are dieting down for. But really, most of us just want to be healthy and feel good in our jeans đź‘–.
Don’t be the bully of your body sis! #honolulupersonaltrainer
