How do you cope eating out?
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I don't eat out often.
But definitely plan ahead and check out the menu prior to going to the restaurant.0 -
II order the meal and a salad. Only eat half the meal. Either est it for dinner or lunch the next day with a salad or broccoli.0
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I enjoy the hell out of it because it doesn't happen often.
One day isn't a deal breaker.0 -
I either plan ahead or just enjoy myself!! :drinker:0
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Enjoy yourself.0
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I figure out what I'm ordering before I go and I do it on a long run or hard workout day. It might help you to have a small snack before you leave for the restaurant. And bring gum for when you're done eating and everyone is just sitting around talking and drinking so you don't feel the need to munch so much. Ask for extra lemon for your water in between drinks if you're drinking.0
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I say screw it, go big or go home. It's not a life style.0
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What I do now is I eat something small and healthy before I go out then get a low cal or high protein meal while I'm out. If you feel like you have to be part of the in crowd and drink, I get vodka or wine depending on the setting.0
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I don't drink because it's not worth the calories. I plan ahead by looking up the menu and nutritional info. If possible, I order the lunch portion instead of the full portion. If I'm feeling jealous of what my dining companions are eating, I remind myself that I've "given up my right" to eat that way (a variation on a quote from AA Big Book..."I've given up my right to chemical peace of mind") because I abused food for so long.0
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I try to check out the menu online beforehand and find some healthy options.
My typical choices: green salad, grilled chicken or fish, eggs, grilled/steamed veggies.
If there's nothing on the menu you want, you can always ask the wait staff for something specific.
Sometimes I will eat beforehand and then just have a tea at the restaurant.0 -
It is actually quite easy to keep a calorie deficit and eat out a lot. You just have to be smart about what you order. Pick whatever main course you want, and with the sides opt to double up on vegetables. At least that is what I do. I stick to drinking water, or having only one alcoholic drink and then water. Also, try to avoid the heavy sauces...they can have a lot of calories for even a tiny amount.0
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