I hate scales.
I don’t like weighing myself and basing my exercise progress based on numbers. I prefer to measure my success by how I look and feel. The number doesn’t really mean that much to me.
But I can’t avoid scales all the time. I had a doctor’s appointment today, and the first thing you do is step on a scale. I just hope to maintain my weight from year to year.
And this year didn’t change. Today, I weighed 119 pounds, the same weight I’ve been since I entered college and my target weight.
Even though I don’t like scales, it was a nice confirmation of my progress. I feel good about myself and my eating and exercise habits. My six days of exercising a week and dedication to healthy eating has paid off. I feel good in my clothes and am comfortable in a bikini.
Here is how I stay on track:
Don’t buy junk food
- It’s that easy. If you don’t have the food around you, then you can’t eat it.
- When you go to the grocery store, avoid the chip and candy aisles completely and stock up on fruit. You will be surprised when you don’t miss your potato chips.
Set a time to exercise
- Before you go to sleep, make a plan. Write down when you will go to the gym.
- If your day looks busy, plan on waking up early to exercise. It’s a great energy booster for a busy day.
Cook as often as possible
- When you cook, you know exactly what you’re putting into your food and into your body. You can control how much oil you put in a pan or how many breadcrumbs you add to your entre.
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I know cooking every day isn’t always possible as a college student, but aim to cook at least three days a week. Cook more than one portion so you can have leftovers on days you don’t have time to prepare a new meal.