Changing any habit is hard. But eating habits are especially tough!
But the good news is that many people have been where you are before, and emerged on the other side leaner, healthier, and feeling amazing. And we can help you do the same.
Looking for a few easy-to-implement techniques that can pay off big? Of course you are… we all are! Here’s how to make maximum impact with minimum effort and start eating better today!
Step 1. Draw a line around your house
You can’t keep the world from being full of junk food. But what you can do is choose to not bring it into your house!
Maybe you’ve heard the saying, “If you hang around the barbershop long enough, eventually you’re going to get a haircut.” Well, this applies to cravings, too. If you let your weakness into your home, it’s got a much better chance of finding you.
“But I can just have a little bit…” Or can you? Maybe, but maybe not… yet.
When you’re just starting out, it’s a good idea not to buy any high-calorie “trigger” foods, and getting rid of the ones that are in your house. Keep them out until you have some time behind you and are certain you can trust yourself to resist or can enjoy one serving and move on. For some people, this could be months down the road. Some people put these foods behind them and never look back!
In the mean time, stock up on filling, nutrient-rich alternatives like:
- Fruit
- Veggies
- Protein Powder
If you have a sweet tooth, many of our members find they can curb those cravings with Sculptnation’s Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies. You can have up to three 20-calorie servings a day, and they taste like candy! Plus, they can help give you quick “pick-me-up energy” and provide digestion and metabolism support.
Step 2. Drink up!
It’s really common to THINK you’re hungry, when you’re actually just thirsty or even a little dehydrated. This is one reason why our V Shred coaches tend to suggest people set daily hydration targets, just like they plan their workouts and meals!
If you’re feeling desperately hungry, have a glass of water or another no-calorie beverage like some Sculptnation BCAAs, wait 20 minutes, and see how you feel.
Step 3. Do small-scale, targeted meal prep
Meal prep is a popular way to try to gain control over nutrition, but not all of us are ready to prep every meal, every day—and that’s just fine! Especially if you’re just starting out, consider just prepping JUST the one meal you struggle with the most.
You can start with breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks — whichever one is your “problem meal” and tends to cause you to over-indulge or end up in the drive-thru. Then, once you feel confident preparing that meal, take that momentum and apply it to another meal.
You might be surprised how big of an effect simply fixing one calorie-bomb per day can have!
Still Stuck? We’ve Got Your Back!
Feeling intimidated? It’s normal. So don’t be afraid to ask for help! You may not be an expert yet, but we have over 100 team members who definitely are.
The Custom Coaching team at V Shred have created over 1 million personalized meal plans for people from all backgrounds, and can do the same for you. No matter your situation, they’ve seen it before.
Our most dramatic transformations almost always involve custom coaching. So if you’re really confused or ready to make a serious change, sign up today!
Every V Shred custom nutrition and workout plans comes with:
- Customization to your likes, dislikes, and abilities
- Unlimited communication with your coach
- Unlimited changes to your plan
Get matched up with your perfect coach and start building a life-changing relationship today!