Sticking To Your Resolutions

January is almost over! Where does the time go?! I hope everyone has been sticking to their resolutions, whatever they may be. I'm going to be honest... I actually just started mine =X, I guess it's better than nothing!

I know it's hard to stick to resolutions, especially when it comes to losing weight and eating right. Well have no fear! I am going to share with you some ways that I find it easier to stick to my goals.

For starters, I try and focus on myself, and only myself. When I am out with friends or my boyfriend, I really try to stay away from fried foods, and I'll even simplify my meal to something that is much healthier and better for me.... something that won't make me regret eating that buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, or chicken fingers, etc. As I have mentioned in previous posts, I LOOOOVE sweets. I can never get rid of them, BUT when I do have that craving, I will satisfy it. If I want a couple teaspoons (or tablespoons) of ice cream/froyo, I'll have it.... craving an oreo cookie, I'll have just ONE. It is not horrible to satisfy your sweet tooth, you just have to have self-control and have the mindset such as.. "If I eat 3 cookies, will it really be worth me feeling like shit afterwards?" Always think before you dig into that bag of cookies or pint of ice cream or leftover birthday cake. Keep telling yourself how bad you want that beach bod and to feel good in your own skin!

Drinking is also a major factor in weight gain. Many people might not notice it, but alcohol has a lot of calories, and just because you are sticking to your vodka soda's, that does not mean you are out of the clear. Yes, that is my drink of choice, and definitely a healthier one, but if you have more than 2-3 drinks, you are kind of defeating the whole purpose. For those of you who can cut out drinking for a few months to lose weight and tone up, I highly recommend doing so. You will also feel healthier and so much better inside and out. You will also see results much faster! When it comes to drinking, I definitely try to keep it in moderation. Binge drinking is definitely the worst route to take, but majority of us are guilty of doing it, especially on the weekends.

So, the three key things to keep in mind when sticking to your resolutions....

1. Self-control
2. Eat and drink in moderation
3. Give yourself a little pep talk and picture that amazing beach bod you've always wanted!