You know what I mean when I say weekend wolfer, right? A weekend wolfer is someone who eats well during the week, usually facilitated by the structure of working hours and remaining busy, and then come thee weekend they wolf down every food and beverage they can.
I know I am. But what can you do to avoid this?
Maintaining good eating habits during the weekend can be a challenge for many people. The relaxed atmosphere and attending social events often lead to us indulging in unhealthy foods at quantity and skipping regular meals. With a little planning and discipline, however, it is possible to enjoy the weekend without compromising your healthy eating habits.
First and foremost, it’s important to have a plan. Before the weekend begins, take a moment to think about any social events or gatherings that you have planned, and consider how you can make healthy food choices in those situations. If you’re going to a party, you can bring a dish to share that is both healthy and delicious, such as a vegetable tray or a fruit salad. Or more realistically, you can try and moderate your ingestion.
Another important tip is to not skip meals. Just because it’s the weekend, it doesn’t mean that you should abandon a regular meal schedule. Skipping meals leads to overeating, so it’s important to stick to your usual breakfast, lunch, and dinner routine as much as possible. If you’re going out for a meal, try to make healthier choices on the menu, and make sure there are vegetables (not fried!) on your plate
In between meals it’s important to have healthy snacks on hand. Keeping healthy snacks readily available, such as fruits, vegetables, or nuts, can help curb cravings and the urge to overeat. This way, when hunger strikes, you’ll have a healthy option readily available, instead of reaching for unhealthy snacks.
Finally, it’s important to be mindful of your portion sizes. It can be easy to overeat when you’re enjoying delicious food, so be mindful of how much you’re eating, and try to stop eating when you feel full.
Maintaining good eating habits during the weekend is possible with a little planning and discipline. By having a plan, not skipping meals, keeping healthy snacks on hand, and being mindful of portion sizes, you can enjoy the weekend without compromising your healthy eating habits. Remember to make smart choices, and most importantly, enjoy the weekend with your loved ones!
Lactic Fire 