It’s a constant war between our love of food and wanting to be “fit”. We want all our muscles being showcased, abs popping out, butt tight, and legs as toned as Carrie Underwood’s… BUT OMG FOOD.
1. The realization that you need to start eating cleaner
Expectation: I gained 1 pound – better get back into shape!
Reality: I gained 1 pound…every day for the last three years straight.
2. The first day feels
Expectation: I feel so renewed and ready for this!
Reality: Maybe I’ll start tomorrow?
3. The first day’s food inventory
Expectation: Fruits and veggies everywhere!
Reality: Someone at work brings doughnuts in, it’s also someone’s birthday so there’s cake, and then, it’s The-Bachelor-and-Pizza night.
4. Time to exercise
Expectation: I used to be in such great shape – this is like riding a bike! I’ll be back in shape in no time.
Reality: Died…on the treadmill…walking…for 15 minutes.
5. Meal preppin’
Expectation: Super easy, fun and diverse meals all ready to go by Sunday night.
Reality: Get half a week’s meals ready one time – time to call it quits.
6. Choosing healthier options
Expectation: This is so easy, salmon and chicken salads all day, errday.
Reality: Maybe if I order the fat-free Ranch dressing with these wings it’ll be okay.
7. Three months later…
Expectation: Look at those abs popping out!
Reality: LOL 3 months? I quit DAY 3.
But have no fear, you high-expectation folks. You’re not alone! Plus, who really needs to “diet”? Food is too precious to waste.
Until next time
xOx
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