Hi!

My name is Nikki - I am 29. This isn’t the first time I’ve joined MFP or have started a diet. This time it’s different, instead of dieting I’m making a lifestyle change. It has taken me this long to figure out that it’s not all about a diet - it’s about changing my habits so I can be the best/healthiest version of myself! I am currently using AdvoCare products and trying to eat clean. Tips, pointers, accountability, encouragement, friends are welcomed :)

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  • Justn83
    Justn83 Posts: 5,226 Member
    Hi :)
  • inf714
    inf714 Posts: 14 Member
    Hello happy trails
  • RC4655
    RC4655 Posts: 61 Member
    The one thing that has enabled me to change from a diet to a lifestyle, is meal prep and planning. Once I started planning my meals, preparing them ahead of time, and not deviating from the plan, it became routine. It's still difficult at times because I am in the road a lot and entertaining customers or having meals brought in during large meetings, but it works better than anything else I've tried so far.
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    Justn83 wrote: »
    Hi :)

    Hey!
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    inf714 wrote: »
    Hello happy trails

    Hi .. Thank you!
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    The one thing that has enabled me to change from a diet to a lifestyle, is meal prep and planning. Once I started planning my meals, preparing them ahead of time, and not deviating from the plan, it became routine. It's still difficult at times because I am in the road a lot and entertaining customers or having meals brought in during large meetings, but it works better than anything else I've tried so far.

    Yesss! I’ve started meal prepping/planning as well .. and it definitely helps! Where I work they provide lunch for us and it’s never healthy and it was always a source of temptation.. but since I’ve started to bring my meals it’s sooo much easier! I’ve only been on this journey 3 weeks and it is getting easier :)
  • powerof9
    powerof9 Posts: 49 Member
    Howdy. Best to you :)
  • RC4655
    RC4655 Posts: 61 Member


    Yesss! I’ve started meal prepping/planning as well .. and it definitely helps! Where I work they provide lunch for us and it’s never healthy and it was always a source of temptation.. but since I’ve started to bring my meals it’s sooo much easier! I’ve only been on this journey 3 weeks and it is getting easier :)
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    It will continue to get easier as you go. Good luck. I keep Quest protein bars on hand at work. They are low carb and low calorie. They work great as a meal replacement. I also keep protein powder and a shaker cup at work for the same purpose. In case I forget to bring something it was unable to for some reason. The bars are nice if I have to go on the road unexpectedly.
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    powerof9 wrote: »
    Howdy. Best to you :)

    Hey! Thank you!!
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member

    Yesss! I’ve started meal prepping/planning as well .. and it definitely helps! Where I work they provide lunch for us and it’s never healthy and it was always a source of temptation.. but since I’ve started to bring my meals it’s sooo much easier! I’ve only been on this journey 3 weeks and it is getting easier :)

    It will continue to get easier as you go. Good luck. I keep Quest protein bars on hand at work. They are low carb and low calorie. They work great as a meal replacement. I also keep protein powder and a shaker cup at work for the same purpose. In case I forget to bring something it was unable to for some reason. The bars are nice if I have to go on the road unexpectedly. [/quote]

    Thank you for the pointers and tips! I went and picked up some Quest bars today when I went meal planning shopping! Good luck on your journey as well :)
  • _Figgzie_
    _Figgzie_ Posts: 3,506 Member
    sounds like you're ready to go!!!
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    _Figgzie_ wrote: »
    sounds like you're ready to go!!!

    I am!! :)
  • _Figgzie_
    _Figgzie_ Posts: 3,506 Member
    _Figgzie_ wrote: »
    sounds like you're ready to go!!!

    I am!! :)

    It's so important to keep that spark!!!
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  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    imfornd wrote: »
    My name is Nikki - I am 29. This isn’t the first time I’ve joined MFP or have started a diet. This time it’s different, instead of dieting I’m making a lifestyle change. It has taken me this long to figure out that it’s not all about a diet - it’s about changing my habits so I can be the best/healthiest version of myself! I am currently using AdvoCare products and trying to eat clean. Tips, pointers, accountability, encouragement, friends are welcomed :)

    Hey there, hope your jouney is fulfilling

    Thank you!!

  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    _Figgzie_ wrote: »
    _Figgzie_ wrote: »
    sounds like you're ready to go!!!

    I am!! :)

    It's so important to keep that spark!!!

    Yes! That’s what my coach keeps telling me!

  • JustSomeJD
    JustSomeJD Posts: 416 Member
    You’ve got this.
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    JustSomeJD wrote: »
    You’ve got this.

    Thank you :)
  • rupshaw
    rupshaw Posts: 248 Member
    My name is Nikki - I am 29. This isn’t the first time I’ve joined MFP or have started a diet. This time it’s different, instead of dieting I’m making a lifestyle change. It has taken me this long to figure out that it’s not all about a diet - it’s about changing my habits so I can be the best/healthiest version of myself! I am currently using AdvoCare products and trying to eat clean. Tips, pointers, accountability, encouragement, friends are welcomed :)

    Nikki, that’s the exact and right way to do it! Feel free to add me, I’ll be glad to support and encourage you!
  • FitAuntie2018
    FitAuntie2018 Posts: 85 Member
    rupshaw wrote: »
    My name is Nikki - I am 29. This isn’t the first time I’ve joined MFP or have started a diet. This time it’s different, instead of dieting I’m making a lifestyle change. It has taken me this long to figure out that it’s not all about a diet - it’s about changing my habits so I can be the best/healthiest version of myself! I am currently using AdvoCare products and trying to eat clean. Tips, pointers, accountability, encouragement, friends are welcomed :)

    Nikki, that’s the exact and right way to do it! Feel free to add me, I’ll be glad to support and encourage you!

    Thanks! I’ll add you!