Move in day

Today was move in day, which means back to the much dreaded unlimited meal plan.  I have been dreading eating on campus for the last couple of weeks, not because of the limited options, we have tons of options and a multitude of fruits and veggies, but I am scared of the temptation. I know that I have another 33 pounds go go before I reach my goal for the big 2-0 (1/10/2014) :)  That would bring my total weight loss to 61 pounds, holy bologna, that seems like a lot.  I know I can do it, I just need to stay on track and I think these next couple of weeks will test that. 

 

Here are a few things that I packed to keep myself motivated, well supplied, and on track for healthy eating:

 

Quinoa:

My favorite rice replacement,  I make a big batch then freeze it in half cup baggies, and when I need it I just pop it in the microwave

 

Kale Chips:

Something I haven't tried before, so I'll let you know how it goes!

Agave:

It's often used in chia pudding (the recipies I've found) and I have begun to put it in my Greek yogurt and in my tea, great natural sweetener.

 

Tea:

I really love the Lipton Green Tea with mixed berries, it's a nice little sweet pick me up.  My trainer also noted that when you have a hot drink in hand you're more likely to resist temptation...a definite plus for me.

 

Chia:

We have a love hate relationship.  I love the omega-3 benefits of Chia, but I do not exactly love the taste.  I have made a couple of chia pudding recipies and they aren't bad, but they defitely aren't the chocolate pudding I used to love, but it's a decent healthy dessert.

 

Flax (with blueberries):

I don't love the taste when mixed in yogurt, but it doesn't seem to have a taste when mixed into protein shakes!  Great source of Omega-3's

 

Trader Joe's Granola Bars:

Trainer Sara suggested this brand that they taste like Little Debbie Nutty Bar's so I figured if they tasted like a not so great food they'd be worth a shot and as a plus they'd be easy to throw in the backpack!

Black bean chips with quinoa:

Great alternative snack to those all too delicious doritos that your friends will be eating.

Quest Bars: 

I really like the coconut cashew one's (pictured), but of course when I bought the box there was a new flavor, White Chocolate Raspberry and it's all the more delicious.  These bars are a great source of protein, they're all natural, gluten free, and semi-delicious, which is always a nice bonus. 

 

LGN Protein Powder:
This is the protein powder made by the Look Good Naked Boot Camp, it is all natural, sugar-free, and delicious!  I love it mixed with almond milk and a single scoop of pb2.

 

Popped Chips (my weakness):
Definitely not the healthiest of snacks, but they are a better alternative then any of the dining center desserts.

 

Dark Chocolate:
The only dessert I can have, so I packed a few varieties :)  Dark chocolate honey mints from Trader Joes, English toffee (SF) from Weight Watchers, and 100-calorie dark chocolate pieces from Weight watchers as well.

Dark chocolate almonds:
A yummy alternative to the above desserts.

PB2:
Bailey turned me onto this product this summer, but I finally just splerged and bought a back for myself.  For those of you who don't know what it is, it is a peanut butter powder that can be added to protein shakes without the clumping of peanut butter.

 

 Until tomorrow :)

C