Tips for a #BikiniReadyLifstyle

I received a free sample of Bikini Ready Energy Gummies in my Influenster Vitality Vox Box. The gummies are meant to increase your metabolism and give you a boost of energy. This gave me a little bit of inspiration to share my tips for a #BikiniReadyLifestyle.

If you know me, you know that a few years ago I started a major weight loss journey. I weighed 210 lbs at 5'4". I dropped down to 147 at my lowest weight, which I am damn proud of. I've let a few (ok 12) pounds creep back on since I've been doing more working than working out, but I know if I follow my own advice, I'll get right back on track.

1) Drink lots of water. Not only is it awesome for your skin, but it makes you feel full. Our brains often get the signals for thirst and hunger mixed up. If you're feeling in a particularly snack-y mood, try drinking some water first. If you are still hungry, get a snack. If not you know you were just thirsty. I also like to flavor my water- usually with lemon or lime slices, or cinnamon sticks. Keeps it from getting boring.

2) Make time to exercise. Yes you won't always feel like it, but you will usually feel better just sucking it up and doing it rather than not. Also try to get up at work. Trust me sitting all day long sucks. This is my biggest offense that has led to me gaining some weight back.

3) Don't deprive yourself. If you're anything like me, telling yourself you can't have something just makes you want it about 8000 times more. So if you're really craving chocolate, have some. Don't pass on a piece of your grandma's famous apple pie because you're "on a diet." (Unless you have a medical reason to not be eating sugary stuff/carbs/whatever- then don't eat it lol). One piece will not kill you. It's more about understanding what you're putting into your body. And don't not eat all day just so you can have one slice of that pie. You'll wind up eating 4 because you're so damn hungry.

4) Don't beat yourself up for setbacks.  It only leads to more. Don't make yourself feel crappy. Your human. It happens. Just get back on track.

5) Grab yourself a bottle of Bikini Ready Energy Gummies. These little things might just give you the boost you need to do everything I mentioned before. Plus they taste good! ;)

6) Enjoy the healthier you!