One of the hardest things to do while trying to achieve a healthy lifestyle is managing our cravings. Everyone of us seems to have weakness whether it is a doughnut, pizza, etc. What we have to do is manage that craving.
If we were all perfect we would be mentally tough enough to just quit eating the foods that are bad for us and stay mentally tough and on track for our goals. Truth be told, most of us just aren't and we need an outlet to control our cravings but still giving us the wiggle room to enjoy that food item or meal that we love but may not be good for us. Thus, the "Cheat Meal" or "Cheat Day" was born.
Knowing that a healthy life style doesn't change appearance over night (if your looking for weight loss) everyone likes to be rewarded once in a while so treat yourself to a cheat meal or cheat day. This will keep those cravings at bay. Whether you do it once a week, once every two weeks, or once a month is up to you and your ability to control your cravings.
The catch is that if you do go down this road, "cheating", you have to be focused and only do it on your schedule. Otherwise it will creep into your routine more than once a week and all the hard work you have put in will be lost.
Be strong mentally. Allow yourself that "cheat". I think it will keep you happy and focused to reach your goals.
With the weekend upon us I see a pizza in my future!
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