List: Healthier Life Swaps

As I’ve probably mentioned a bazillion times, I’m getting married in July.

…and, no, I really haven’t done all that much more planning since my last update…

That means in a whopping SIX months, I’ll be wearing a wedding dress and then a bikini.

As if planning a wedding isn’t enough stress, let’s plan to rock a bikini the day after I say “I do”.

I'm dreading the attire, but I can’t wait for the hot sun and alone time with my hubby on the beach!

I’m by no means heavy, but my body is totally not ready for full exposure in a bikini.

These up and coming six months should be plenty of time to get myself to where I’m comfortable.

That does NOT mean that I will be dieting or start binge exercising.

All it means is that I will make a conscious effort to be healthier.

I also plan on buying my dream bikini first and hanging it on the wall as motivation.  Deff a do!

Healthy Life Swaps

1.  Eliminate ALL Junk Food

I know this one sounds obvious, but there are so many times when we I make an excuse for it.

I mean, how easy is it to stick frozen waffle fries in the oven as a side dish for dinner?  Guilty!

2.  Eat Breakfast A Little Later

I start work and eat breakfast by 8AM.  By 11AM I’m hungry again and eat a second breakfast.

I'll grab a banana before I leave, coffee at 8AM, breakfast by 9:30AM, and nothing until lunch at 1PM.

…and by breakfast I mean a cup of Quaker oatmeal with a drizzle of syrup, NOT an egg & cheese sandwich…

3.  Be More Active, Even At Work

Every couple of hours, take a little walk around the office to get a cup of water or go to the bathroom.

On breaks, maybe do a few laps around the building or walk through a store just to be a little active.

I’m the queen of sitting on my butt all day at my desk.  That’s certainly in need of a healthier swap..

4.  Only Purchase Healthy Snacks

If you don’t want to be tempted to eat a gallon of ice cream, then don’t buy it.

Instead, swap the unhealthy snacks for something a little less damaging like hummus or fruit.

People will be disappointed when they surprise visit and I don’t have any chips or candy.  Sorry!

5.  Bring Your Lunch

Going out for lunch during your work break usually means over eating mass amounts of unhealthy food.

My cooked leftovers or my homemade salad may not be as luxurious as the dollar menu, but it’s healthier.

Not to mention, swapping lunch outings for the lunch room in the office will help save money.

6.  Play, Play, and Play

Swap resting for impromptu dance parties and tickle fights with the hubby to stay extra active.

Find that last burst of energy at the end of the day to have fun, laugh, and move around.

I love to lounge on the couch, but after sitting at my desk all week, that is NOT a healthy habit.

7.  Park Far Away

Instead of parking in the spot closest to the door, park farther away and take those few extra steps.

Not to mention that this swap will help your car out since it’s less at risk for dents and dings!

8.  Green Tea

An average day for me means 3-4 cups of coffee loaded with French Vanilla Creamer.

I will swap 2 of those cups for green tea without any additions.  This will save me serious calories!

French vanilla creamer makes anything and everything taste better.  Too bad it’s so unhealthy!

9.  Do Squats

There are so many times when I could squeeze in a few squats, and just don’t because I’m lazy.

Before using the ladies room, while doing your hair, or even while cooking you can do 10 squats!

This is totally a swap.  I mean you’re swapping doing squats for not doing squats.  Right??

10.  Drink Lots of Water

In between and during meals, make sure that you’re drinking plenty of water.

Swapping drinks with water will help cleanse your body, keep you hydrated, and make your skin glow.

I REALLY don’t like water.  I’ll swap my glass for a thermos with a straw to help it go down easier.

What are your healthy life swaps?