How to Choose Healthier Food Options When Eating Out
Are you someone who likes to eat out at restaurants, but also wants to make sure you are choosing healthier options? If so, read on!
Let’s face it. The life of a Frisco family is getting busier and busier. I mean who has time to pick up the kids from school, get homework done, drop off one kid at practice, pick up at another kid from their event and cook dinner all before starting bed time routine. Something has to give.
For many that “something” is actually cooking dinner at home! I mean I drive by the Chic-Fila at 6 pm on any given night ( of course not Sundays as they are closed :)) and the I am amazed at how long the drive thru line is. I get it, but if you are someone who is trying to be health conscious and not blow all the hard work to be fit, then what should you do.
Put Things Into Perspective
First of all, let’s just put things into perspective. If you go out to a restaurant and eat out 2-3x a month and indulge in some good food then you really have nothing to worry about.
But if you are like some of my clients who eat out 2-3 times a week or some who may eat out 2-3x a day, either out of necessity or choice it becomes a whole different ball game. Oh, and for my work travelers or that is a whole different ball game.
Because this has become more of the norm with everyone and since I am usually giving out the same advice to a client, so I decided I would put together a ” Restaurant Cheat Sheet” to help you come up with healthier options when eating out.
The Restuarant Cheat Sheet
What exactly is the Restaurant Cheat Sheet?
To be honest it is way more than just a “cheat sheet.” This is a extensive 53 page nutrional guide that will help you choose healthier options while eating out, so that you don’t blow all the hard work you have been putting in to get fit!
Here is what it entails:
- 6 coffee shops
- 10 fast food restaurants
- 20 sit down and casual dining restaurants
- and at least 10 client recommended favorite restaurants to Frisco, TX
Here is an example of a coffee shop:
The cheat sheet was created to educate you and info you while at the same time giving you a choice to choose something better. I don’t believe in going through life not enjoying it and sometimes it is ok to just splurged, but if you want to have a healthier option to choose from then you need this guide.
You can get your FREE copy by downloading it! Also, be sure to let me know how it helps you!
What to Do When Diet and Exercise Doesn’t Work
I was flipping through my Direct TV channels the other day and I saw a show that was offering a weight loss solution for frustrated people who, “fail to see results from diet and exercise.”
I always stop and watch these infomercials as I am always amazed by what is the latest fitness solution someone is trying to sell. It actually drives me crazy but it is the world we live in.
But let’s take a minute and ask the question, ” What to do when diet and exercise fail?
This, of course, is a trick question and you may not like my answer but diet and exercise don’t fail.
The only way for diet and exercise not to work is if you fail to stick with it long enough for the results to show.
I know that could be a harsh statement but sometimes you need to hear the honest truth!
I’ve worked with more clients than I can count transform their bodies through the power of diet and exercise. Without surgery. Without gadgets. Without pills.
Let’s reframe the question and ask, when you’re not making progress towards your weight loss goal, not why diet and exercise has failed, but rather why have you not stuck with it?
Don’t worry, I have been exactly where you are and been frustrated at times with my weight loss goals. It is my goal for you to finally break through and finally stick to a plan and get the results you are looking for and here is how we are going to do it!
How to stick with a diet and exercise plan…
I will not downplay the hard work that goes into sticking with a diet and exercise plan, day-after-day, week-after-week, in order to achieve a stunning body transformation.
It takes dedication, focus, energy, determination and a stubborn refusal to quit.
Make no mistake about it: losing fat is hard work!
Which is precisely why so many give up before experiencing the body that they really want to have.
So, you wonder, why are some people able to stick with the process long enough to transform their bodies while others jump ship after a few weeks?
Here are the four steps to sticking with diet and exercise for the long haul…
1. Mentally and emotionally lock on to the idea of the new, sexier, you.
You can’t causally date the idea of transforming your body. This isn’t a noncommittal, no-strings-attached relationship – you’ve got to go all in, both mentally and emotionally.
Attach yourself to the idea of a brand new you; focus on how you will feel, what you will wear and how life will improve once you achieve your fat loss goal. The stronger your feelings and mental image become, the more likely you are to succeed.
2. Keep the game plan as simple as possible.
There is no need for fancy diet plans or complicated exercise movements when it comes to dropping pant sizes. Keep your game plan as simple and boring as possible, even eating the same meals everyday and exercising at the same time for the same length (with varying intensity), until your big fat loss goal has been met.
Until your big fat loss leap has been made just stick with an uncomplicated game plan that works.
3. Plan for the resistance.
It’s naïve to think that your body transformation journey will be all smooth sailing. Realistically you will run into resistance time and time again.
This resistance will come in the form of tempting cheat meals, tired muscles, lazy friends and waning motivation. But, most powerfully, the resistance will come from inside of you. It’s natural to resist change, and transforming the shape of your body is big change. Plan for the waves of resistance. See it coming before it crashes over you, and you’ll be able to stand strong long enough for it to recede without hampering your progress.
4. Build in accountability.
This is the most important step by far. It is essential to build accountability into your fail-proof fat loss plan. A friend, a coach, or a mentor who has a vested interest in seeing you succeed will save you from throwing in the towel when things get tough.
The role that I fill for my clients is the accountability to keep them on their path to health and fitness with my support, instruction and encouragement. I celebrate every inch lost and every ounce of new confidence gained.
If you need an accountability partner or coach then join my group on Facebook “All About Health and Fitness.”
In health,
Coach Dave
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