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Your ideal physique is within your power

1 Keep the tempting sh*t out of your pantry and fridge. If you struggle with temptation, don’t bring it to your home to worsen it. Delete the food delivery apps if that is also a struggle. The initial phases of establishing self-discipline require that you keep distractions and temptations out of sight and out of mind as much as possible. Help yourself by decreasing your distractions and temptations. Some temptations are entirely within our control. #2 Take the stairs and park farther as much as possible. If I see a quick set of stairs to take over an escalator, I take it. I GET to take it, and I’m not taking the opportunity for granted. It gives me a quick extra boost of endorphins and helps me maintain a more active lifestyle. We live in a lazy and passive society. If you desire to live longer and healthier, do the opposite of what most do. #3 Surround yourself with healthy individuals. If your friends and family are unhealthy, you are less likely to maintain a healthy lifestyle unless you have firm boundaries. Surround yourself with individuals who inspire you to be healthier. You become like the people you spend your time with. Who are you spending your time with? Staying on track with your goals is more manageable when others do the same. You can’t always control the people around you; consequently, you must learn how to implement discipline around people who deviate from your goals. Once you master this, you will be unstoppable. #4 Stop eating more calories than you burn. I never count calories. The habit could be more relaxed and natural for me. Sometimes, I count how much protein I intake; this is my most critical nutrient (outside of veggies) since I’m continually working to gain muscle. If you’re not counting calories, how do you know how many calories you’re consuming? Well, start reading labels. Start measuring your portions. Use bowls, plats, and cups that can only hold x amount or ounces of food, so you can start ballparking your meals. Bodybuilders measure their food to help them ensure they get in the proper macros. You can also measure your food to ensure you’re not overeating daily. #5 Prepare your meals frequently. The more you eat at home, the more likely you can decrease your caloric intake. We can’t always know what’s in the food we eat from restaurants. But we can know what we consume if we cook it at home. We can also control the portion sizes, seasonings, and sauces we use in our meals, which can make or break a dish. Many meals we get when we dine out are loaded with seasonings and sauces that aren’t so healthy for us; on top of this, the sauces tend to load up meals with empty calories. #6 Focus on weight lifting. If you want more flexibility in your diet, build more muscle mass. The more muscle mass you have, the faster your metabolism is. I do light cardio daily but prioritize weight training over other exercises. #7 Eat in the proper order. 1–2 glasses of water Veggies Proteins Fats 1–2 glasses of water Carbs

If you eat this way, you will ingest fewer carbs and sugar, which most people overconsume.

I’ve noticed the desire for dessert, more bread, or more darbs decreases after I have a salad, protein, and some healthy fats. What about you?
#8 Eat plenty of veggies.

You can never get in enough leafy green veggies; these are a powerful way to increase your longevity, health, energy, and optimal body functions.

Leafy greens are packed with nutrients that help our bodies perform efficiently.

Aim to eat veggies with each meal. Leafy greens also help decrease cravings.
#9 Decrease eating out.

The less you eat out, the more control you have over your diet. The more control you have over your diet, the more control you have over your weight and physique.

You also can save money.
#10 Stay active.

At all costs, stay active. Do not become sedentary. It’s easy not to move frequently and relax, but the more you move, the better it is for your present and future body.

Ever notice how obesity is less common in walking societies? Take notes.

Boundaries: The Most Important One

Learn to say “No” to yourself more often. Get comfortable setting boundaries with yourself, and watch how it affects your body significantly.

If you struggle with your weight, you have a boundary issue with yourself. Say “No”.

Stay on track with your goals; this will work!

This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.