It's FRIDAY!! We all LOVE to hear that. It takes all week to get here. But when we've been good at planning all week and want to relax or we have a busy weekend, its sometimes easy to throw everything we know and practice right out the window!! Two days of full blown negligence can results in a "heavier" Monday in more ways than one.
Learn how to use the weekend to focus on fitness and nutrition, recharge and rejuvenate without sacrificing fun.
Shop on Saturday
By the end of the work week, your fridge probably contains a whole lot of nothing. Rather than eating string cheese from last May (that never ends well), do your grocery shopping on Saturday so you can stock up for the rest of the weekend and work week ahead. Ordering in or dining out from Friday to Sunday can be expensive and unhealthy since you may not know how things are prepared.
Plan Your Meals for the Week
Don't just aimlessly pile up your cart at the supermarket. (Turkey, gummy bears and an onion does not add up to dinner!) Planning ahead saves time and money. Making a list of what you'll need for complete meals and snacks helps you get in, get out and get back to your weekend! If you need some cooking inspiration, peruse your favorite food websites for healthy meal ideas and trade recipes with your friends.
Don't Try to Catch up on Sleep
While tempting, yes, but sleeping until noon on a Sunday morning will not make up for the minimal amount of shut-eye you got last week. Try keeping within 30-60 minutes of your regular bedtime and wake time. Sticking to a schedule promotes better quality sleep which has a lasting impact on many other things in your life.
Create a Weekend Workout Schedule
Weekends are the perfect time to invest in your long-term fitness and nutrition goals (especially because you don't have to fight anyone for an elliptical). Follow a weekend workout schedule so you can plan your day accordingly. If you have a set time and a game plan, you're less likely to skip out on your workout. Tip: go before you start tackling your to-do list for the day. This also frees up your late afternoons for a Netflix marathon of your choice. Yes!
Don't Drink your Calories
From coffee to cocktails, high-calorie drinks can really sabotage your diet. Steer clear of fattening specialty coffee drinks and go for a small skim latte with cinnamon sprinkled on top. When you're out on the town, anything frozen and/or topped with an umbrella (think daiquiris and margaritas) is probably loaded with calories. Opt for light beer (100 calories a bottle or less) or one shot of hard alcohol mixed with a zero-calorie soda and lime. Avoid high-calorie sodas or juices. Be sure to order a water or club soda in between drinks to rehydrate
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