F2M2

How many of you work (or live) in an environment where there is a candy jar nearby . . . or a little tray nicely decorated with colorful (sugary) treats? It's hard for you to walk by and not take one of those little treats, isn't it?  I mean . . . how much bad can one teeny tiny piece of chocolate or candy do to your body?  Right? How about this - each one of those bite sized goodies can be anywhere from 80 to 150 calories.  What do you think those calories consist of?  Definitely not what your body needs.

Think about it --- in those 150 calories you are basically getting zero nutrition.  And are you likely to JUST have ONE candy . . . throughout the day?  I'm going to put my money on 'no'.  That 150 calories can go a long way in terms of nourishment for your body AND actually make you feel satisfied when you make healthy choices.

Many of you will have some sort of Valentine's celebration that involves food.  Good guess, huh? ;))  So with that in mind, just do your best to stick to two to three 150-200 calorie meals on Tuesday in an effort to save up your calories for dinner.  And if you think you're going to go a little crazy on Tuesday, be sure you work on a calorie deficit today (Monday) - eat smaller, healthy meals, and get your workout(s) in to get you ready to take on a little extra during your Valentine outing. 

And if you're like me, working your booty off on Valentines day & night - be sure to plan ahead and pack healthy meals and snacks to get you through the day.  You will no doubt be surrounded by unhealthy treats at a time when you are tired and ready to reach for anything . . . have your survival food kit armed and ready!  Your body will thank you! 

On a side note:  I will not be teaching Monday's (2/13) 10:30am Bootie Kick class because I will be teaching a class at the downtown location. Since I will miss you at 10:30am, M2 is bringing out the CRAZY pants for the Monday 5 and 6pm kickboxing classes!!!  Don't miss it - I will be looking for you!

Happy Valentine's Day!!!


Have a great week…:))