How to Set Yourself Up For Success
If you are looking to see long term results it requires consistency and customization. Without these two things you might get discourged or give up before seeing a total transformation. This habit you create is an investment in a healthy lifestyle and a healthy weight over the long haul.
A balanced nighttime routine can be a game-changer for weight loss since it creates a smoother, stress-free morning. A routine can directly impact our health. For example, our immune response is hampered and we may crave more comfort foods, which could lead to weight gain. Digestion, mood and cardiovascular measures are also negatively affected.
Try ending your day by setting yourself up for success the next day with these simple, nighttime hacks that take less than 15 minutes:
KEEP A FOOD JOURNAL 📓
By writing down what you plan to eat the following day, you’ve got a road map for what’s to come (or, what’s supposed to come). This can be extremely helpful for those living with a constant on-the-go lifestyle.
PREP A SIMPLE BREAKFAST 🥣
Rather than skipping breakfast and overeating at your next meal, there are tons of healthy options that can easily be made ahead of time — even while you sleep. For example, overnight oats are a great way to prepare a large batch of breakfasts. This will leve you satisfied after eating and less hungry by lunchtime. Over time, greater satiety can equate to fewer calories consumed overall, helping with weight loss and maintenance.
HAVE A LUNCH AND SNACK PLAN 🍽️
If you’ve meal-prepped on the weekend, this shouldn’t take long, but you can also take advantage of leftovers and pack them the night before. This could include pre-cut vegetables for a salad or making a grain bowl with whatever protein, whole grains and veggies you have on hand.
Snacks can also make or break a healthy eating plan. The night before, pre-cut fruits and vegetables, and then put them in to-go containers or single-serve plastic bags.
PLAN YOUR OUTFITS 💪
If you hit the snooze button often or always feel rushed in the morning, picking clothes out for the office and a workout can be an extra hurdle. To avoid forgetting something and ensure your morning goes more smoothly, plan your outfits the night before. Choosing clothes that make you feel good about yourself when packing your gym bag and post-workout outfits will keep you motivated.
SET CALENDAR REMINDERS FOR WORKOUTS ⏰
Your workouts are your time. Schedule them the night before. Many people push off workouts if they run out of time during the day. By treating workouts as important as a scheduled business meeting, you’re more likely to stick with it.
HAVE A HYDRATION PLAN 💧
Fill your water bottle and keep it in the fridge so it’s ready to go in the morning. Being hydrated helps your body function at its best, which aids weight loss.
KEEP A JOURNAL BY YOUR BED 📝
Journaling can be a therapeutic way to get thoughts out of your head and onto paper so they don’t keep you up at night. It’s a great way to help you visualize your goals and even writing a short to-do list for the next day can help you fall asleep faster.
GET GOOD QUALITY SLEEP 🛌🏽
Sleep has a big impact on how much we eat during the day and our overall food choices. To get better quality shuteye, avoid screens (TV, phone, tablets and computer use) within an hour before bed. These have blue light waves, which can disrupt your sleep patterns. Sleeping after using screens is somewhat like taking a nap at the beach on a sunny day, you might doze off but probably won’t get into a deep sleep.
Ready to get back on track and start seeing changes?