Reasons Why it's so Hard to Lose Weight in the Fall
Ok let's talk about the smells. I swear every store I walked into on Saturday even the cosmetics department in Bloomingdale's smelled like pumpkin spice.
Here are 4 reasons it's so hard to lose weight in the fall and what your going to do about it!
1. It's all about marketing. All summer long all we see are swimsuits ads, fresh produce ads, even beach vacations ads. We are motivated to stay on track. It's easy to choose the unsweetened green iced-teas and grab that light and tantalizing summer salads for lunch.
Then comes the FALL. Out come the sweaters, cozy wozy sock, friends Instagram posts change from bikinis on the beach to laying in front of a gorgeous fire.
Fall advertising is all about comfort foods, those pumpkin spice lattes and don't forget apple pie ‘tis the season.
You don't have to fall for fall marketing. By using my This or That method, (I’ll introduce you soon!) you’ll realize that you are stronger and wiser than they are and I will help you know what works for you.
Breakfast: Craving an apple cider doughnut? Opt for yogurt with some diced apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon. More of a pumpkin spice lover? Add some pumpkin pie spice to your oatmeal and skip the pumpkin flavored muffin!
2. The Holidays never seem to stop. Doesn't it feel like you just bought Halloween Candy and now you're cutting your Thanksgiving bird? Do you feel like you're still eating Thanksgiving leftovers at Christmas?
It's hard to lose weight in the fall when you're surrounded by holiday foods and parties. PLAN FOR THIS.
There are way to help you plan.
- Halloween- allow yourself 4 pieces of candy…(no big bars)
- Thanksgiving no leftovers only cranberry sauce (my recipe)http://healthynourishinglifestyle.liveeditaurora.com/apps/recipe/details/id/Cranberry-Relish-5
- Make a plan and tell someone. A verbal agreement will help you stick to it!
3. Sweaters and Coats do a great job of hiding things.
Maybe you’re thinking that nobody can tell that you put on a few pounds, because you’re layering. On one hand it’s trendy and you may be so in love, that you’re not able to take off that new coat. Maybe they can't see it but YOU can. The extra pounds can make you feel lousy, blah and it plays with your head.
Keep yourself on point by not hiding. Maybe you have a swimsuit, a pair of shorts that you usually put away in the fall. Keep it out, something you feel great in, in a place where you can see it all year long. Try it on time to time it helps you from not hiding yourself. Take it from me it works!
4. Pumpkin and pie, oh my! I say this all the time, you don't have to deprive yourself. Focus on what you CAN and have the will find great satisfaction. So, drizzle a little real maple syrup on your ricotta with some chopped walnuts. Have some organic pumpkin straight out of the can, sprinkle some cinnamon, ginger and a little honey. Even cocoa can be made in a healthy way if you indulge mindfully!
“Remember to be eat mindful this Thanksgiving”
Want some great recipes for Thanksgiving go to my website.
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It is gratitude that make Thanksgiving a holiday!
Happiness
Michelle G xxo