A lot of people no doubt will be hitting the gyms at this
time of year and trying to get into a shape they are confident and comfortable
with. While gyms are not for everyone (me included) I still feel it important
to look after myself so that I can help others.
This week I have been trying to get back into a routine that I was in before Christmas and look at cutting out the refined sugar again. Obviously this is easier said than done when you hit the shops and you are really hungry!
For breakfast I usually have a single piece of toast. If I
have more than one or/and apply jam my blood sugars seem to rise too much! In
hospital with my daughter the other day I craved rice based cereal so helped
myself to a bowl of it. I say a bowl but actually the portion size was like a small ice cream tub much smaller than
the bowls we have at home but enough to satisfy a hungry tummy.
For lunch I normally have a sandwich or one piece of toast
with cheese. Cheese is not made up like other dairy produce and has less sugar
as a consequence. Dinner is where I get in all my vegetables and usually team
this up with a few carbohydrates like rice, pasta etc and some meat. Again I
have to be careful of my intake of carbohydrates
and fortunately for me I've gone off having chips.
Now while I do love a good pudding these usually come laden
with sugar! so if I feel the urge to tuck into something. I usually go for a sugar
free jelly or make something leaving out the sugar.
Interspersed with meals and to wash it all down with, I like
to have a drink. Oh I'm not talking booze but Still Orange and Peach mineral
water does in my opinion come quite close to an Archers and Lemonade sans the sugar and alcohol. Over
Christmas I delighted in having a few apple juices on Boxing Day but soon after
reverted back to tea, flavoured mineral water and water.
Finally, we all know diet is not always enough so my fitness comes in the form of wrangling
a nearly 1 year old baby into her nappy and chasing her around the house so she
doesn't get into mischief.
So my top tips that I'm following are:
- Dietary control – cut out the refined sugar (or trying to at least)
- Portion Control
- Being careful about my intake of carbohydrates
- Swapping fizzy and fruit juices for more healthier options
- Exercise - if you can't find a baby to wrangle take part in your favourite sport or dance class
A great five, I really must look at a healthier lifestyle. Take care.
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DeleteGood tips! I tend to drink water all day which is such an easy way of cutting out sugar and calories, and is actually good for me, too! Best of luck x Thanks for sharing with #WotW
ReplyDeleteThank you. I tend to get confused as to whether you can drink too much water or not. It certainly is beneficial though.
DeletePortion control is important for me because I don't believe in dieting--does't work for me. Exercise is important to me both mentally and physically.
ReplyDeleteI hear you or should that be read you. :)
DeleteFive great tips indeed, and you are right, put in less, put out more. I don't have a baby to wrangle, but I am trying to walk more. I hope that it works well for you. Thank you for joining Five On Friday! Happy Weekend! xx
ReplyDeleteDo you set yourself challenges? I know of a couple of people who track themselves walking 10, 000 steps a day.
DeleteThe hubby and I have been hitting the gym M-W-F. I can't believe the difference it makes going with him rather than by myself. He's a good workout buddy :) I hope you can stop by:
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Having someone who is supportive is a great thing. Sadly I sometimes feel I'm going solo.
DeleteGreat tips for losing weight - running after small children is definitely a good form of exercise! Good luck with your diet and cutting out refined sugar.
ReplyDeleteI must admit I wobbled over birthday and Christmas but I hope to get back on top of things.
DeleteFab tips. I'm not sure if I could cut out refined sugar completely at the moment but I am trying to cut back a little. Xxx #Wotw
ReplyDeleteA little is better than nothing at all. Perhaps look at what you like and see if there's an equivalent. You may like that even more.
DeleteFab objectives. I wish you all the best with it. Thanks for linking up to #TheList x
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DeleteAll good things there on that list - and they all make so much sense, so why are they so hard to do at once? Good luck! #wotw
ReplyDeleteThank you. I think I've wobbled a bit but I keep trying to do these.
DeleteComing after the indulgences of Christmas these are very wise words. I've always drunk lots of water and something I try and pass on to the children but it's more difficult in this weather! Good luck with it all
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Thank you Tracey. Yes the rainy days do make drinking less appealing but great to hear you always drink lots and sound like a great role model for your children.
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