When everyone suggested going to the lake for the long weekend my first thought was hey, what in the heck am I going to eat at the lake? Something I can possibly cook over a fire, something that is convenient, quick and doesn't require a lot of prep. Hot dogs, smokies, bush pies & chips were out for me. No way was I going to put any of those in my fitness pal, never mind my body without having a slight panic attack. So I thought about the lean prepared meats I could take for lunches and snacks. I thought about healthy suppers I could cook over a fire that were packed with protein. And who could forget the most important meal of the day, breakfast! No fried eggs & bacon for this girl. I thought I'd share with you all the simple solutions I found for eating healthy while at the lake!
For breakfast at home I love to start out with a protein shake. I can usually get in a good 25-30grams of protein with one and it's a quick and perfect start to my day. I buy these Premiere Protein shakes from Costco that have only 160 cals, 3g of fat and 5g of carbs. They are chocolate and they are perfect for on the go! So I checked breakfast off of my list. I then went to lunch. I knew we would be on the go and out in the boat so it would have to be something pre-prepared and easy. I brought some Turkey Bites that only have 50 cals each as well as some pieces of cheese. These also transferred over into my snacks if I needed one so it worked out perfect. I packed some pre-sliced fruit and veggies and some great Greek yogurt dip I found that is lower in fat and cals than any other veggie dip I have looked at. For suppers I pre-packaged some cod fish with a few peppers and some Mrs. Dash seasoning and packed them in tin foil and a freezer zip lock bag. My next hurdle was water! It's the only thing I drink and with the temperatures looking to be scorching I knew I'd need a lot. I brought a 24 pack of it and kept it in a separate cooler in my car so that I could keep it stocked with ice and keep it cool. If I had a chip craving I brought some Special K cracker chips with me, that I didn't even end up eating much of. It was actually quite simple eating healthy at the lake. I love the freshness of summer time fruits and veggies and they were delicious as a snack instead of chips and fatty foods. As much as I remember how good it tasted to eat junk food, you can not compare it to the feeling of getting back from the lake and being down 3lbs for the week! Still have a perma smile.
I had a wonderful time with all my friends at the lake. We shared a lot of laughs and just enjoyed soaking up the sun, floating in the lake and riding in the boat. It was truly relaxing but also was a huge eye opener that food is not a priority to me anymore and does no consume my life.
As much as this hasn't always been easy, it is so, so worth it! I have never been happier in my life and I truly can't express how important it is to take your happiness and health into your own hands and make a positive change if needed. It's something I will never have any regret over. I better finish up this blog now so I can go brush my teeth. With me smiling more than ever, I'd hate to have a piece of spinach stuck in them....awkward!
Oh! PS: how many of you are singing Boy's Round Here by Blake Shelton after reading my title? If you weren't before, I bet you are now!
Aw Heck! Red Red Red Red Red Red Redneck!
Hugs & Glitter,
Chanty
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