Feel heavier on Monday morning? Don’t neglect your fitness and nutrition goals over the weekend.
The problem: Grazing all weekend long.
Why it happens: Without a structured schedule, you grab whatever food is within easy reach.
Rescue remedy: Take 15 minutes midday Friday to review your weekend plans; identify any potential trouble spots (e.g., you’re attending a braai on Sunday) so you can schedule your meal and snack times around them. By imposing some guidelines, you cut the chances that you’ll nibble mindlessly.
The problem: After a tough week you are so ready to melt into the couch – with a big bowl of triple-fudge ice cream.
Why it happens: You’re craving comfort, not food.
Rescue remedy: Brainstorm non-food ways to soothe yourself, like meeting a friend for a walk in the park or getting a pedicure while you catch up on summer reading. If you still need the sugar, you can usually get your fix without putting too big a dent in your diet; go for the mini slab of chocolate instead of the big one, and eat it slowly.
The problem: All three of your social events revolve around food.
Why it happens: With so many tempting items within reach, it seems impossible to avoid blowing your diet.
Rescue remedy: You don’t have to choose between parties (or turn down every single bite). Before you leave the house, have a small, protein-rich snack (to prevent that “I’m starving” feeling). At the party, look at everything that’s being offered first, then zero in on a few items that look too good to pass up and just have those.
I started using a 100% whey protein shake drink. In the morning i take 2 scoops with 1/2 a glass skim milk but do not know i if should eat as well. The only info on the internet is for body buildiers which i am not interested in. i go to gym 4 / 6 times a week and since i started using the protein shake i feel stronger to do the exercises but i am not losing any kilo’s? i do not have any cravings which is a big plus, could it be that i am not eating enough?
Thanx’s