As we all know, sometimes it can be tough to stay on track during prep! Here are some simple tips from ADO Fitness trainer and IFBB Pro bikini competitor Lauren!

Lauren tips:
Tips for staying on track during prep-

1. VOLUME! I am all about volume to help myself feel extra full! Zucchini in my oatmeal, extra veggies in more scramble, extra spinach in my salads…I’m all about using low macro foods to fill me up.
2. Drink water/tea/coffee!! Warm fluids can really help you feel full when you’re hungry! Drinking your water helps you hit your water goal which is important for overall weight loss and health, but can also help you determine if you’re really hungry or just thirsty.
3. I bring my meals with/have them prepped ahead! If I know I’ll be out of the house for a while I bring my food with or like coming home to a meal that I can eat right away or just hear up. You’re more likely to stay on track rather than eat the whole kitchen if you are prepared.
4. I implement “kitchen is closed hours” I like to tell myself “the kitchen is closed” at about 7pm or 730. It’s mental, but helps me stay on track. This is usually when I brush my teeth to give myself this kind of bedtime routine and continue to signal to my body “eating time is over”. This is a great time to enjoy a cup of relaxing tea or throw on some white strips (sounds silly, but once you have those white strips on your teeth you shouldn’t have anything to drink for a couple hours after!)
5. Chew gum (be careful!! Can have artificials that upset your stomach, shouldn’t be too close to show and if you’re eating a lot can have extra calories!) go on a walk, listen to a podcast, clean… Just keep yourself busy! Remember, nothing grows in the comfort zone!! ??

For some more great tips follow Lauren on YouTube!!!