You do not have to be a member of the fanciest gym in town or have the best trainer either! I work out in my neighborhood gym, simple and has everything you need. If you are not sure what to do in the fitness center, there are many internet sites and phone Apps that give great tips and workout plans. I use the workout Apps all the time! That said, the gym is not what is going to get you that great physique you have always dreamt of. Although working out is necessary, it is mostly what you do in the kitchen that gets you that bikini body!
I used to think that I was a healthy eater until I really did my research. Lean Cuisines, weight watchers, diet soda, fat free popcorn and salads drenched in that 15 calorie dressing are the worst things you could put into your body. I would bring these things to work with me and think highly of my dinner choices. Little did I know about the high sodium content, genetically modified organisms, high fructose corn syrup, etc. that make up these "healthy options." It is not all about just the weight loss, but about being healthy in all aspects. Processed foods are the farthest thing from healthy whether you are losing pounds or not.
I have recently (in the past year and a half) revamped my diet completely and have become extremely cautious of what I purchase at the grocery store. Fellow college students, there is more to life than ramen noodles! Yes of course I spend more at the grocery than I used to, but to me it is worth it. I buy organic fruits and veggies and incorporate them into my meals everyday. When a normal person thinks organic produce, they think, expensive. This is true, but I believe it is worth it in the long run. Organic or local produce is much better for you rather than conventional. Conventional is cheaper, but contains preservatives and chemical fertilizers to promote plant growth. Organic farming uses all natural fertilizers and pesticides instead of synthetic insecticides to reduce pests and disease which is better for you and our environment. I also cut out meat completely from my diet, but still eat fish and free range organic eggs. As a woman and animal lover, it was a no brainer to cut out meat from my diet. I also very rarely eat gluten, soy or dairy and started buying almond milk and veggie cheese instead of the usual. Honestly, meat was the easiest thing to cut out, it is the cheese that was more difficult! Meat is a good source of protein, but there are many other ways to maintain enough protein in your diet. I am not saying everyone needs to be a vegan or else, but no need to eat it every single day!
People might think that since I have become more nutritious, I eat bland, flavorless food. Just because I am not eating pizza and cheeseburgers for dinner does not mean my food is not delicious! I am a big time foodie and love trying new cuisines and recipes. My options are a little more limited now, but I truly eat more now than I did pre-nutrition! Eating more and staying thin? It isn't nonsense, I promise! Since I have changed my diet and exercise, I have never felt better or had more energy in my entire life. Invest time into exercise and healthy living instead of TV shows and going out to eat for every meal. It only takes 21 days to form a habit and only took me this long to change my lifestyle.
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