Eating right is more than just creating and following a personalized food plan, it’s about creating a healthy lifestyle. We all can do something temporarily and get temporary results. However, when we are able to turn these positive changes into lifelong healthy habits is when we really see results that last forever.
If you’re looking to reach a wellness goal, a registered dietitian from St. Petersburg Nutrition can help. We’ve also created these 7 easy tips to help you achieve more. Let’s take it back to the basics of healthy eating, slow down and learn to enjoy what is right in front of us. Here’s to savoring every bite while we also savor all the moments in life!
#1 Set realistic goals. Don’t just say, “I’m going to start working out.” Be specific. What type of exercise will you do? What days and times are you going to work out? How long will you work out? Bring your goal to life by writing it down. Why is this goal important to you?
#2 Adjust your environment. This goes for your physical and mental environment. If your goal is to reach for healthy snacks, make sure you physically keep healthy snacks around. As for maintaining a healthy mental attitude, feed your mind with positive and uplifting thoughts. Surround yourself with friends and family who will support you on your journey.
#3 Be accountable. Find a trustworthy family member or friend with whom you can share your goals. Hire a registered dietitian near you to receive expert coaching. Tell them why these goals are important to you and ask for their encouragement. Having someone to support you can provide an extra boost when you need it.
#4 Be patient. Making changes does not mean you need to be perfect! Change is not easy, so don’t beat yourself up if you fall off course. Messing up certainly does not mean you have to start from the beginning. Acknowledge that you can learn from your mistakes, then get back to working hard! Repeating a mantra, such as “I am strong, and I can do this,” will keep you positive.
#5 Take it one thing at a time. It’s easy to become stressed when things are piling up on your to-do list. Doing one thing at a time makes tasks more manageable. Help yourself focus by turning off your phone to limit distractions.
#6 Slow down. Meditating, getting fresh air, and practicing some form of self-care are ways you can recharge and recenter. It’s essential to take a minute for yourself and to be present. Sometimes, it’s helpful to have reminders that you don’t always have to be in “go” mode.
#7 Find joy in the process. At the end of each day, take a moment to appreciate what you’ve accomplished. List all of the positive things, and let yourself feel excited about your achievements. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither was St. Petersburg!
A registered dietitian at St. Petersburg Nutrition can help you with building you the perfect food plan and the application and execution of the plan to help you create healthy lifelong lasting habits that lead to long lasting results. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a complimentary consultation with a registered dietitian!
