Dieting Tips and Tricks

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When it comes to dieting, I like to tell clients to focus on new forms of food they can add to their diet rather than focusing on the foods they have to take away due to calorie restriction. Those former favorite sweet and savory dishes can still be enjoyed if you get creative in the kitchen with your grocery purchases and meal prep, which is I think what sets apart those who commit to a diet and those who struggle. You have to be willing to make certain sacrifices. With flexible dieting, you have more ability to still enjoy those former treats but with less calories total you will still feel hunger. With a proper diet, the process will instill slight discomfort, but the beauty is embracing it and accept the challenge to grow through it to your goals. Anyway! Pictured here is a grocery store haul win of brownie batter hummus from Aldi. They have a great selection of specialty items and I always find something new to try. This exciting dieting treat is great to satisfy a sweet tooth! Pretty decent macros too. 😊 #iifym #nutrienttiming #nutritionplan #macrofriendly #eatyourplants #highproteinmeal #dinnerrecipes #mealprep #strengthcoach #cscs #takecareofyourself #youarewhatyoueat #eattotrain #macrofriendlymeals #grandrapids #grmi #healthydinners #onlinecoach #freshfoodisbetter #trainforlife #personaltraining

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How many of you guys get your probiotics in daily? Probiotics can assist in regulating digestion, boosting your immune system, and help make you more regular! Many people do not habitually eat yogurt, kefir, tempeh, and other probiotics that will provide the mentioned benefits. Kombucha is a quick and easy source to add to your weekly meal plan, is low calorie, and has a unique tart taste to switch things up from water all the time. Check it out in the produce section of your nearby market. #stayhydrated #probiotics #kombucha #nutritionforathletes #nutritionforahealthylife #eatwell

A post shared by Courtney Bishop | Mindful Mvmt (@poastrengthandwellness) on Apr 22, 2018 at 6:08pm PDT

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For those who track their calories, and/or more specifically, their macronutrients, the below lists are helpful to reference for smart choices while eating out and staying on track. Thanks to @themacroexperiment for putting these lists together a few years back. Foods are broken down into carbs/proteins/fats with calories listed as well. I use these quite often when eating out. In the second image is a recent order from Buffalo Wild Wings. Their traditional wings are about 5f/6p naked and they offer dry seasonings instead of sauces that taste really good and save you calories. http://www.themacroexperiment.com/blog/the-iifym-chain-restaurant-master-list http://www.themacroexperiment.com/blog/the-iifym-fast-food-restaurant-master-list #macrofriendly #strengthcoach #macronutrients #flexibledieting #weightloss #caloriedeficit #protein #carbs #fats #highproteinmeal #eattotrain #eatforperformance #dietingtips #cscs #softballcoach #collegeathlete #femaleathletes #strengthandconditioning #personaltraining #softballplayers

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Enjoy a variety of fruits and veggies to switch up the vitamins and minerals you are getting in your diet. Vitamins and minerals are considered micronutrients and do not provide energy to the body like macronutrients (carbs, fats and proteins) do. But, they are a critical part of metabolism involved in nutrient, oxygen and hormones transportation through the body to help with many physiological processes which keep you healthy. Starfruit, also known as Carambola, is a low calorie fruit and high in nutritional value containing vitamin C, potassium and is a good source of fiber. Tastes like candy and looks cool, too. ⭐️ #macronutrients #micronutrients #metabolism #eatwell #coaching #nutritiontiming #eattoperform

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